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'It's not brain drain, it's brain circulation'

'It's not brain drain, it's brain circulation'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2009

'Indian government is very keen to attract talent back, particularly for all the new institutions that it is building in the field of higher education.'

Obama faces 30 death threats a day

Obama faces 30 death threats a day

Rediff.com4 Aug 2009

Since Obama took office, the rate of threats against the president has increased 400 per cent from the 3,000 a year or so under President George W Bush, according to Ronald Kessler, author of In the President's Secret Service.

Rashid, Tamim, Shakib to play for World XI vs WI at Lord's

Rashid, Tamim, Shakib to play for World XI vs WI at Lord's

Rediff.com23 Apr 2018

The match is being organised to raise funds for stadia in the Caribbean, which were damaged due to hurricanes last year.

Indian American to head college in California

Indian American to head college in California

Rediff.com29 May 2008

Come January 2009, Sunder Ramaswamy, Middlebury College dean for faculty development and research and Frederick C Dirks Professor of International Economics, will be the new president of the Monterey Institute of International Studies, California, USA

Semenya glides to 1,500m Commonwealth gold

Semenya glides to 1,500m Commonwealth gold

Rediff.com10 Apr 2018

South African flag-bearer Caster Semenya powered to the 1,500 metres title at the Commonwealth Games on Tuesday, keeping her bid for a golden double at the Gold Coast intact.

Interpol seeks Pak help to hunt terrorists

Interpol seeks Pak help to hunt terrorists

Rediff.com23 Dec 2008

The delegation is scheduled to take up these matters with Interior Ministry chief Rehman Malik, a close aide of President Asif Ali Zardari, and other senior officials on Tuesday. The team is visiting Pakistan to seek the country's 'agreement to work through Interpol to help identify terrorists worldwide, including those behind the deadly November 26-29 terrorist bombings in Mumbai', said a statement from Interpol.

Five-member Interpol team visits Mumbai

Five-member Interpol team visits Mumbai

Rediff.com22 Dec 2008

A five-member team of the Interpol met Mumbai Joint Commissioner of Police (Crime) Rakesh Maria on Monday and sought details of Ajmal Amir Kasab, the lone terrorist captured alive during the November 26 terror strikes.

Interpol chief meets Chidambaram

Interpol chief meets Chidambaram

Rediff.com20 Dec 2008

He has sought to send a clear message that the incident is not just a matter of concern for India but a global challenge that needed to be tackled by his International Criminal Police Organisation -- the world's largest international police organisation comprising 186 nations as its members better known by its telegraphic address Interpol.

Hotels brace for slump in arrivals

Hotels brace for slump in arrivals

Rediff.com13 Apr 2009

Indian hoteliers and consulting organisations fear that worst is yet to come, as many international companies ranging from large corporate houses to medium-sized firms look to cut back on travel.

Champions League PIX: Barca get third win; PSG stunned

Champions League PIX: Barca get third win; PSG stunned

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

Lionel Messi scored a penalty for the third Champions League game in a row with the Spaniards maintaining their winning start to the group stage.

Men's Hockey World Cup: The goal-scorers

Men's Hockey World Cup: The goal-scorers

Rediff.com15 Mar 2010

The leading scorers in the 12th Men's Hockey World Cup at the conclusion of the semi-finals.

Men's Hockey World Cup: The goal-scorers

Men's Hockey World Cup: The goal-scorers

Rediff.com10 Mar 2010

The goal-scorers at the men's hockey World Cup being played in Delhi.

Men's Hockey World Cup: The goal-scorers

Men's Hockey World Cup: The goal-scorers

Rediff.com4 Mar 2010

The goal-scorers in the 12th men's hockey World Cup, which is underway in Delhi.

PHOTOS: The Icelandic saga at Euros

PHOTOS: The Icelandic saga at Euros

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

The smallest country ever to compete at the Euros surprised soccer fans around the world after comfortably knocking out England, the overwhelming favourites in the last 16 match with a 2-1 victory to set up a dream tie with hosts France.

US no longer believes Israeli settlements are illegal

US no longer believes Israeli settlements are illegal

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the United States recognises -- as have Israeli courts -- the legal conclusions relating to individual settlements must depend on an assessment of specific facts and circumstances on the ground.

Trump confirms US will pull out of nuclear arms pact with Russia

Trump confirms US will pull out of nuclear arms pact with Russia

Rediff.com21 Oct 2018

The Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces treaty was one of those agreements and is set to expire in the next two years. The 1987 pact helps protect the security of the US and its allies in Europe and the Far East.

Nikki Haley invokes her Indian roots, says America is not racist

Nikki Haley invokes her Indian roots, says America is not racist

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

Haley warned Americans that a Biden-Harris administration would lead the country on the path of socialism, which has failed everywhere in the world.

When George met Jay

When George met Jay

Rediff.com3 Oct 2008

Contributing Photographer Jay Mandal was at the Oval Office for a shoot recently when its resident took charge of the proceedings

Terror attack at Beijing Olympics possible: Interp

Terror attack at Beijing Olympics possible: Interp

Rediff.com25 Apr 2008

There is a "real possibility" that the Beijing Olympic Games will be targeted by terrorists or that anti-China groups could attack athletes, Interpol's secretary general said on Friday. The international leg of the Olympic torch relay has been dogged by pro-Tibet and anti-China protests, following unrest in Tibet last month in which China says about 20 people died.

Football: Ronaldo shines again; Barca win

Football: Ronaldo shines again; Barca win

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

Catchup all the football action

Manchester United aim for hat-trick of wins to start season

Manchester United aim for hat-trick of wins to start season

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

Jose Mourinho's side have been the most impressive of any of the title contenders.

Madoff: What the prosecutors say

Madoff: What the prosecutors say

Rediff.com13 Jan 2009

Federal prosecutors plan to appeal against the decision of a judge rejecting their plea for revocation of $1 million bail of the accused swindler Bernard Madoff.

Football Focus: Why this Nigerian player is frustrated

Football Focus: Why this Nigerian player is frustrated

Rediff.com19 Aug 2020

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field.

Abhijit's Nobel and the challenges ahead

Abhijit's Nobel and the challenges ahead

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

'The fruition of Nobel's hope lies in the response of a caring government that can rise above politics and propaganda, not in the frenetic raptures of a public that worships fame for fame's sake,' says Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

PIX: Barcelona, United, Juve win; Chelsea held

PIX: Barcelona, United, Juve win; Chelsea held

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

Images from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Tuesday night.

CBI awaits Thai response on LTTE man's detention

CBI awaits Thai response on LTTE man's detention

Rediff.com12 Sep 2007

Padmanathan allegedly financed the assassination of former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi.

NBA Finals: LeBron's Cavaliers stun Warriors in thriller to clinch title

NBA Finals: LeBron's Cavaliers stun Warriors in thriller to clinch title

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

LeBron James powered the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 93-89 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday in an electrifying Game Seven to complete an improbable comeback unlike any seen before and capture their first NBA championship.

Don't compare me to Bolt says Jamaica's latest sprint hope

Don't compare me to Bolt says Jamaica's latest sprint hope

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

Akeem Bloomfield announced himself as the latest 'next big thing' from Jamaica

Arsenal have now gone 270 minutes and 34 shots in the league without scoring!

Arsenal have now gone 270 minutes and 34 shots in the league without scoring!

Rediff.com3 Feb 2016

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has blamed his side's poor finish as the reason behind their goalless draw against Southampton in their Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium.

No Messi for Argentina at Rio Olympics

No Messi for Argentina at Rio Olympics

Rediff.com2 Feb 2016

Lionel Messi will not chase a second Olympic football gold medal at the Rio de Janeiro Games in August, Argentina coach Gerardo Martino said on Monday.

Indian Soccer PIX: EB outplay Neroca; Punjab down Chennai City

Indian Soccer PIX: EB outplay Neroca; Punjab down Chennai City

Rediff.com10 Dec 2019

Here is a round-up of results from the ISL and I-League matches played on Tuesday

Rooney move to Everton is 'nonsense' talk

Rooney move to Everton is 'nonsense' talk

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

Rooney, the all-time leading goalscorer for club and country, has started eight Premier League games this season and has not played since Feb. 1.

Cellphones might cause cancer

Cellphones might cause cancer

Rediff.com24 Jul 2008

The beloved cellphone without which most people feel completely powerless is actually a danger in disguise, says a leading health expert, who has called for limiting the use of the mobile phone because of it's possible cancer risk

US withdraws from UNESCO for its 'anti-Israel' bias

US withdraws from UNESCO for its 'anti-Israel' bias

Rediff.com12 Oct 2017

The withdrawal will take effect on December 31, 2018. The US will remain a full member of the Paris-based UNESCO until then.

US keen to partner India in anti-piracy patrol

US keen to partner India in anti-piracy patrol

Rediff.com22 Oct 2008

With India rushing its warship to Gulf of Aden after pirates attacked cargo ships carrying its nationals, the US says it is keen to partner with New Delhi to jointly patrol the high seas off the African coast to deter the armed outlaws. "The Indian ships presence in Gulf of Aden will provide both of us an opportunity to work together (against pirates) and we are looking forward to it," said US Navy Captain Kenneth J Norton on board USS Ronald Reagan.

Venezuela stun Brazil in friendly

Venezuela stun Brazil in friendly

Rediff.com7 Jun 2008

Venezuela beat Brazil 2-0 in a friendly, their first win against the five-times world champions.

EPL: Realist Koeman downplays 'crazy' title talk

EPL: Realist Koeman downplays 'crazy' title talk

Rediff.com20 Sep 2016

I don't think we can do a Leicester. I am realistic, says Everton manager

Valencia win seventh King's Cup

Valencia win seventh King's Cup

Rediff.com17 Apr 2008

Valencia rescued a miserable season by claiming their seventh King's Cup with a 3-1 final win over Getafe.

Champions League: Ronaldo scores 750th goal; PSG win

Champions League: Ronaldo scores 750th goal; PSG win

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

Cristiano Ronaldo scored the 750th goal of his remarkable career in a 3-0 win over Dynamo Kyiv on Wednesday

Russian beats L N Mittal with costliest home

Russian beats L N Mittal with costliest home

Rediff.com13 Aug 2008

Steel tycoon Lakshmi Mittal has lost the world record for the most expensive home purchase to an anonymous Russian billionaire, who has forked out $750 million for a French villa, built by a Belgian king and once frequented by the likes of Frank Sinatra and Ronald Reagan.