News for '-supporting-india'

Indians' money in Swiss banks hits 3rd lowest level in over 30 years

Indians' money in Swiss banks hits 3rd lowest level in over 30 years

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

Swiss authorities have always maintained that assets held by Indian residents in Switzerland cannot be considered as 'black money' and they actively support India in its fight against tax fraud and evasion.

Panel bats for abolishing LTCG on start-up investments

Panel bats for abolishing LTCG on start-up investments

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

A strong start-up ecosystem can propel investment, jobs, and demand creation, and for that, substantial growth capital is required.

Asia Pacific group endorses India for UNSC non-permanent seat

Asia Pacific group endorses India for UNSC non-permanent seat

Rediff.com26 Jun 2019

Elections for the five non-permanent members of the 15-nation Council for the 2021-22 term will be held around June next year.

'Mucor is very scary'

'Mucor is very scary'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

'Mucor is an environmental fungus, and it's much more prevalent in hot and humid areas.' 'The amount of fungus in the air is much higher in India than some other parts of the world.'

Govt gifts Rs 1.45-trillion incentive for 10 manufacturing sectors

Govt gifts Rs 1.45-trillion incentive for 10 manufacturing sectors

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

The government hopes that the PLI schemes would provide 200,000-300,000 direct employment over five years, according to sources in the know.

'Won't give up any inch of territory': China warns India

'Won't give up any inch of territory': China warns India

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

'India knows very well that China will not be at a disadvantage in any China-India military operations along the border area'

Will India face a China-Pakistan war in November?

Will India face a China-Pakistan war in November?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

The Indian Army's Northern Command would be stretched if all three of the corps under it -- based in Leh, Srinagar, and Nagrota (near Jammu) -- were to face hostilities, notes David Devadas.

Pakistan recognition for Israel in exchange for F-35 jets?

Pakistan recognition for Israel in exchange for F-35 jets?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

It is well known that Israel would welcome a diplomatic relationship with Pakistan and feelings of a section of the Pakistani military were likewise.

Malaika enjoys her nap time

Malaika enjoys her nap time

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

Bollywood is doing everything it can to busy themselves during the national lockdown. And some of them are adding a touch of humour too.

Entire world supports abrogation of Art 370: Shah

Entire world supports abrogation of Art 370: Shah

Rediff.com29 Sep 2019

The home minister also criticised the Opposition for spreading 'misinformation' about restrictions in the valley

India physio Farhart's tenure ends after World Cup

India physio Farhart's tenure ends after World Cup

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

India physiotherapist Patrick Farhart's tenure ended after the side crashed out of the World Cup with a semi-final loss to New Zealand.

How Abe enabled the India-Japan nuclear deal

How Abe enabled the India-Japan nuclear deal

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

Prime Ministers Modi and Abe enjoyed a close and empathetic relationship and this certainly gave a sustained momentum to the India-Japan strategic partnership. It is necessary for India to reach out and engage with his successor as early as possible, advises former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

Asean bloc invites India for RCEP dialogue in Bali next month

Asean bloc invites India for RCEP dialogue in Bali next month

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

The Asean secretariat hopes the meet may be able to iron out existing wrinkles raised by India. Since there had been no significant progress on the matter over the past two years on most issues, New Delhi is yet to decide on the invite.

Pak players question Indian team's sportsmanship after England loss

Pak players question Indian team's sportsmanship after England loss

Rediff.com1 Jul 2019

India's clash against England was a lot more than just a clash between the two teams as the result had the potential of changing other teams' fortune in the World Cup

Support Art 370 move, but concerned about Kashmir: US

Support Art 370 move, but concerned about Kashmir: US

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

"We have urged Indian authorities to respect human rights and restore full access to services, including internet and mobile networks," she said.

Sports Shorts: Dennerby to coach India's U-17 women's WC team

Sports Shorts: Dennerby to coach India's U-17 women's WC team

Rediff.com10 Nov 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Saturday

CWG Federation responds to Batra's 'waste of time' remark

CWG Federation responds to Batra's 'waste of time' remark

Rediff.com27 Sep 2019

The IOA chief had earlier called for an Indian boycott of the 2022 CWG in Birmingham over the axing of shooting from the Games programme due to logistical issues.

An Indian-American legend says goodbye

An Indian-American legend says goodbye

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

Ambassador T P Sreenivasan bids adieu to an unusual human being who passed away into ages on Saturday.

World wants India to give China a bloody nose

World wants India to give China a bloody nose

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

'Unlike the Chinese army that has been largely a peace time force, the Indian Army is a battle hardened force,' explains Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

FULL TEXT: President's address to Parliament

FULL TEXT: President's address to Parliament

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Here's the full text of President Ram Nath Kovind's customary address to the joining sitting of Parliament on the first day of the budget session.

Terrorists didn't land from Moon: Pak slammed at EU Parliament

Terrorists didn't land from Moon: Pak slammed at EU Parliament

Rediff.com18 Sep 2019

The European Parliament has urged India and Pakistan to resume dialogue in pursuit of a peaceful solution in Kashmir, while urging for 'normalcy' in the region.

Biden-Harris: How to win the desi vote

Biden-Harris: How to win the desi vote

Rediff.com19 Aug 2020

'We want to make sure that we are certainly targeting the entire Indian American community.'

UNSC not waiting with garlands for you: Pak Min on Kashmir

UNSC not waiting with garlands for you: Pak Min on Kashmir

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

Qureshi urged for unity among political parties in Pakistan on Kashmir and warned that doing politics on the issue would harm the cause.

Pakistan must act against terror, says US after India's strike on Jaish

Pakistan must act against terror, says US after India's strike on Jaish

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

Last week, US National Security Adviser John Bolton told his Indian counterpart Ajit Doval that America supports India's right to self-defence.

FULL TEXT: President's address to nation on I Day eve

FULL TEXT: President's address to nation on I Day eve

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

From India's fight against COVID-19 to China face-off, Kovind spoke on several issues during the televised address.

Justice Bhandari re-elected to world court

Justice Bhandari re-elected to world court

Rediff.com21 Nov 2017

Britain's withdrawal from the election to the world court means there will not be a British judge on the UN's most powerful court for the first time in its history.

India-Japan aim to curtail China's maritime footprint

India-Japan aim to curtail China's maritime footprint

Rediff.com4 Jul 2020

The India-Japan joint naval exercises are a strategic signal for China, observes Dr Rajaram Panda.

How India can get ahead in the space race

How India can get ahead in the space race

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

Chandrayaan-3's success is a must for India's space ambitions; we can't afford to lose out. And for realising our space dreams, the Indian private sector must be encouraged because if we lose this race, the moon, Mars, and mineral-rich asteroids will already be crowded before we reach there.

'That was very unusual': When Tendulkar sledged McGrath

'That was very unusual': When Tendulkar sledged McGrath

Rediff.com26 Jan 2020

Recalling some of his fiercest battles with Sachin Tendulkar, legendary Australian bowler Glenn McGrath has said it ended 50-50 between them but the Indian batting genius was really furious when he was declared out after a low bouncer hit his shoulder. McGrath said he spends a lot of time in India, has got a lot many friends there and always catches up with Tendulkar when he is in Mumbai, but many Indians still tell him they have not forgiven him for getting Sachin out in the 2003 World Cup final.

With an eye on China, India-Vietnam vow to work for prosperous Indo-Pacific

With an eye on China, India-Vietnam vow to work for prosperous Indo-Pacific

Rediff.com3 Mar 2018

Modi said both sides expressed commitment for an open, efficient and rules-based regional architecture and to expand bilateral maritime cooperation further.

Why did Google doodle Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay?

Why did Google doodle Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

India's freedom fighter's interest in arts led to setting up several institutions of learning in independent India.

On Masood Azhar, India to show patience 'as long as it takes'

On Masood Azhar, India to show patience 'as long as it takes'

Rediff.com16 Mar 2019

India believes "terrorism is a major issue for China. They know a number of terror groups are based in Pakistan", sources added.

Bizarre! Man locks up fans of Indian soccer team in bird cage

Bizarre! Man locks up fans of Indian soccer team in bird cage

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

In the viral video, the man, brandishing a stick, is seen sitting and talking to several workers locked up in a bird cage.

Jaipur gets UNESCO World Heritage tag

Jaipur gets UNESCO World Heritage tag

Rediff.com6 Jul 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed happiness that the city has been recognised as a World Heritage Site.

Mammoth challenges India faces

Mammoth challenges India faces

Rediff.com4 Sep 2019

'As a nation we are tearing ourselves apart through decisions we have deliberately chosen to take,' argues Aakar Patel.

It's horrible: Trump on Pulwama terror attack

It's horrible: Trump on Pulwama terror attack

Rediff.com20 Feb 2019

"It would be wonderful if they (India and Pakistan) get along," Trump said.

Such hullabaloo over INS Vishal!

Such hullabaloo over INS Vishal!

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

The navy wants to spend Rs 40,000 crore on INS Vishal, a choice the army and air force oppose. This is as much about turf as about funding. explains Ajai Shukla.

US paves way for high-tech product sales to India

US paves way for high-tech product sales to India

Rediff.com4 Aug 2018

India has become the 37th country to join the list of Strategic Trade Authorization-1 category, the only South Asian nation.

Trump listening, Modi targets Pak for supporting terrorism

Trump listening, Modi targets Pak for supporting terrorism

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

At the Howdy Modi event, the PM said that the people who cannot even manage their own country are harbouring terrorists and supporting terrorism.

Pak-China bid to internationalise J-K snubbed at UN

Pak-China bid to internationalise J-K snubbed at UN

Rediff.com17 Aug 2019

Majority of the 15 members said there should not be any statement or outcome issued after the consultations and their will prevailed, leaving China to come out and make a statement in its national capacity followed by Pakistan.