News for '-kuwait'

Indians in Kuwait share their concerns with Rahul Gandhi

Indians in Kuwait share their concerns with Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com9 Jun 2012

Indian Ambassador to Kuwait Satish C Mehta hosted a reception for Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi on Saturday, according to a report in the Kuwait Times.

Luka Modric calls Sunil Chhetri a 'legend'

Luka Modric calls Sunil Chhetri a 'legend'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

Chhetri will make his final appearance for India on the international stage when he takes the field in the FIFA World Cup Qualifying clash against Kuwait

3 men on boat came to Mumbai via Saudi-Dubai-Pak route

3 men on boat came to Mumbai via Saudi-Dubai-Pak route

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

Three men, originally from Tamil Nadu, arrested by the Mumbai Police started their boat journey from Kuwait on January 28 and claimed to have taken the Saudi Arabia-Dubai-Pakistan route before entering Indian shores illegally, as per the police remand note.

Amazing, Awesome, Stunning Photographs!

Amazing, Awesome, Stunning Photographs!

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

The 2025 Sony World Photography Awards has announced its National and Regional Award winners, celebrating talent from 56 countries.

The stunning City of Silk in Kuwait

The stunning City of Silk in Kuwait

Rediff.com15 Dec 2011

A few years from now, a billion-dollar city will come up in Kuwait.

Bindra doffs hat to Chhetri

Bindra doffs hat to Chhetri

Rediff.com17 May 2024

From terming him a 'beacon of dedication' an an 'inspiration to millions', Bindra was effusive in his praise for the Indian captain.

NEET-UG to be conducted in 13 languages; centre in Kuwait

NEET-UG to be conducted in 13 languages; centre in Kuwait

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

The languages which are now being offered are Hindi, Punjabi, Assamese, Bengali, Odia, Gujarati, Marathi, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Tamil, Urdu and English.

Chhangte 'ready' to step up as next No. 9 in post Chhetri era

Chhangte 'ready' to step up as next No. 9 in post Chhetri era

Rediff.com30 May 2024

Talented winger Lallianzuala Chhangte "would not mind" stepping up as the next number 9 of the Indian football team, after talismanic forward Sunil Chhetri's illustrious career comes to an end in Kolkata on June 6.

CII for tax treaty with Kuwait

CII for tax treaty with Kuwait

Rediff.com11 Jun 2003

AFC Cup: Al Kuwait humiliate Mohun Bagan

AFC Cup: Al Kuwait humiliate Mohun Bagan

Rediff.com22 Apr 2009

Mohun Bagan's horrendous run in the AFC Cup continued with a 0-6 humiliation at the hands Al Kuwait in a Group D league match in Kuwait City.

Kuwait bans God Tussi Great Ho

Kuwait bans God Tussi Great Ho

Rediff.com21 Aug 2008

The country's ministry of information decided to impose ban on the movie as it 'reportedly violates teachings of Islam,' a Kuwait National Cinema Company (KNCC) official told the Arab Times.

'Indian football without Sunil Chhetri almost impossible'

'Indian football without Sunil Chhetri almost impossible'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

Sunil Chhetri's father-in-law and former coach, Subrata Bhattacharya, believes the Indian captain's retirement from international football is a 'perfect decision'.

India's FIFA WC dream: Gurpreet steps up as captain

India's FIFA WC dream: Gurpreet steps up as captain

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Gurpreet named India captain for World Cup qualifying match against Qatar

Passengers pin hope on India-Kuwait talks

Passengers pin hope on India-Kuwait talks

Rediff.com26 Jun 2007

With Kuwait threatening to disallow landing of India's state-owned carriers at its capital from Sunday, passengers planning to fly to India during summer holidays are now pinning hopes on the crucial talks between both countries.

World Cup '26: Japan, Iran top Asian qualifying charts

World Cup '26: Japan, Iran top Asian qualifying charts

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Japan's march to the 2026 World Cup continued on Tuesday as Hajime Moriyasu's side handed China a 3-1 defeat in Xiamen while Iran eked out a late 3-2 win over Kyrgyzstan and South Korea were held to a 1-1 draw by Palestine.

3 held for illegally entering India by fishing boat

3 held for illegally entering India by fishing boat

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

The boat was spotted off the Mumbai coast during patrolling on Tuesday morning, a police official said.

Mob ransacks Bangla embassy in Kuwait

Mob ransacks Bangla embassy in Kuwait

Rediff.com25 Apr 2005

Over 1,000 laborers angry over unpaid wages stormed the Bangladesh embassy in Kuwait Sunday, destroying furniture and vehicles.

Vodafone in market pact with Kuwait-based Zain

Vodafone in market pact with Kuwait-based Zain

Rediff.com3 Sep 2012

Zain, which operates across West Asia and North Africa, provides mobile services to over 41.4 million customers and has commercial presence in eight countries.

Kuwait sets minimum wage for pvt sector

Kuwait sets minimum wage for pvt sector

Rediff.com16 Apr 2010

Kuwait has decided to set a minimum wage of 60 Kuwait dinars (Rs 9,191.53) for workers in the private sector, the country's social affairs and labour minister has said.

Jet to launch additional flight on Mumbai-Kuwait route

Jet to launch additional flight on Mumbai-Kuwait route

Rediff.com5 Jun 2012

These additional flights will complement the daily flight being operated between the two destinations by the airline, according to a press release.

2 Indians among 26 killed in suicide attack in Kuwait mosque

2 Indians among 26 killed in suicide attack in Kuwait mosque

Rediff.com28 Jun 2015

Both the victims -- Rizwan Husain, 31, and Ibne Abbas, 25, -- were taking part in the prayers when they died.

Kuwait foils Qaeda attack on US base

Kuwait foils Qaeda attack on US base

Rediff.com12 Aug 2009

Kuwait has thwarted a terror attack against United States military base with the arrest of six suspected militants linked to the Al-Qaeda who allegedly planned to attack during the month of Ramadan, the authorities said.

Bill to let Kuwait women vote

Bill to let Kuwait women vote

Rediff.com17 May 2004

The bill passed by Council of ministers which allows women to vote and to stand for election has to be approved by Parliament.

Furious Gurpreet demands more after FIFA World Cup exit

Furious Gurpreet demands more after FIFA World Cup exit

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Gurpreet was in the thick of things when the ball went over the line and out of play.

South Korea crush Kuwait

South Korea crush Kuwait

Rediff.com9 Jun 2005

South Korea powered into their sixth straight World Cup with a crushing 4-0 victory in Kuwait on Wednesday to become the third team to qualify for the finals.

Work visa: India hopes to resolve Kuwait impasse

Work visa: India hopes to resolve Kuwait impasse

Rediff.com30 Jan 2008

The Kuwait embassy in New Delhi and the consulate in Mumbai stopped stamping work visas for Indians from December 20 after Indian authorities introduced new employment conditions to protect its nationals working abroad which were rejected by Kuwait.

AFC Cup: Kuwait SC too good for East Bengal

AFC Cup: Kuwait SC too good for East Bengal

Rediff.com2 Oct 2013

A spirited fight back in the second half was not enough for East Bengal as the Indian club went down 2-4 to defending champions Kuwait SC in the first leg semi-final of the AFC Cup football tournament in Kuwait.

Kuwait Airways cancels 9 India flights

Kuwait Airways cancels 9 India flights

Rediff.com27 Mar 2003

Kuwait Airways said on Thursday that it would suspend nine flights from India and reschedule existing flights to cope with a drastic fall in passenger traffic following the war in Iraq.

Rastogi in Kuwait ITF semis

Rastogi in Kuwait ITF semis

Rediff.com29 May 2008

Karan Rastogi booked a berth in the semi-finals of the US $15,000 ITF tournament in Meshref, Kuwait, on Thursday after his opponent, Navdeep Singh, retired midway through the quarter-final clash. Fifth-seeded Rastogi was leading 6-2, 4-2 when his unseeded compatriot decided to concede the match.

Flights to Kuwait may become cheaper

Flights to Kuwait may become cheaper

Rediff.com26 Mar 2003

Asserting that the situation in Kuwait was "absolutely normal" despite the ongoing US-led war in Iraq, civil aviation secretary K Roy Paul hinted on Wednesday a reduction in fares of flights from and to India

'Being on the pitch is a blessing I've never taken for granted'

'Being on the pitch is a blessing I've never taken for granted'

Rediff.com29 May 2024

'...there's a feeling of being indebted to the sport, to my team, that I get to do this.'

Kuwait hopes to end flight row with India

Kuwait hopes to end flight row with India

Rediff.com28 Jun 2007

Kuwait has expressed optimism that the row over a possible ban on landing of state-owned Indian airliners in its capital will be resolved amicably as the two countries prepare to hold talks on the issue.

Al Kuwait beat Mohun Bagan

Al Kuwait beat Mohun Bagan

Rediff.com7 Apr 2009

Mohun Bagan failed to convert the chances that came their way and Al Kuwait SC rode on a Samer JAS Almartah strike to register a 1-0 victory in the Group D AFC Cup match at Howrah Municipal Corporation Stadium in Kolkata on Tuesday. Bagan clearly dominated the first-half with better ball possession but the visitors were quick to acclimatize to the hot and sultry conditions and score the all-important goal through Almartah in the 61st minute.

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: Engaging The Indian Diaspora Is A Must

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: Engaging The Indian Diaspora Is A Must

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

The Indian Diaspora has been able to carve a niche in their adopted countries as a result of their talent, perseverance and hardworking nature, asserts Rup Narayan Das.

Bhaichung Bhutia pays glowing tribute to Sunil Chhetri

Bhaichung Bhutia pays glowing tribute to Sunil Chhetri

Rediff.com16 May 2024

Retiring India football captain Sunil Chhetri's sheer hard work, passion and professionalism made him different from other players of his generation as he went on to become an iconic player, feels his former skipper Bhaichung Bhutia.

'Time For India To See The Next No. 9'

'Time For India To See The Next No. 9'

Rediff.com16 May 2024

Sunil Chhetri said he would like to be remembered as 'the luckiest and most hardworking national team player'.

First Look: Kuwait's 1st female minister

First Look: Kuwait's 1st female minister

Rediff.com21 Jun 2005

First Look: Kuwaiti's first female minister

Jazeera Air tickets to Kuwait @ Rs 850

Jazeera Air tickets to Kuwait @ Rs 850

Rediff.com30 Oct 2006

Jazeera Airways, the first private airline of the Gulf region, on Monday offered one-way tickets to Kuwait from three Indian cities at a rock bottom Rs 850 plus taxes for a limited period.

Exposure to teams has India prepared for WC qualifiers: Chhetri

Exposure to teams has India prepared for WC qualifiers: Chhetri

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Chhetri also added that India will rely more on teamwork than individual flair to give a tough fight to their rivals.

Kuwait FC rally to hold Churchill 2-2

Kuwait FC rally to hold Churchill 2-2

Rediff.com17 Mar 2010

Churchill Brothers let in an injury time goal as they played out a 2-2 draw against defending champions Kuwait Sports Club in a Group 'B' AFC Cup match at the Nehru Stadium in Margao.