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Davis Cup: Serbia, Canada eye semis berth after epic wins

Davis Cup: Serbia, Canada eye semis berth after epic wins

Rediff.com7 Apr 2013

Serbia and Canada both won marathon doubles matches on Saturday to seize control of their Davis Cup quarter-finals in North America.

Ram devotees across the globe celebrate Ayodhya consecration

Ram devotees across the globe celebrate Ayodhya consecration

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

While main events throughout the country were organised on Sunday by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America, several community members gathered at the iconic Times Square in New York to celebrate the historic event.

'Strong evidence' COVID-19 predominantly spreads through air: Study

'Strong evidence' COVID-19 predominantly spreads through air: Study

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

The researchers noted that transmission rates of SARS-CoV-2 are much higher indoors than outdoors, and transmission is greatly reduced by indoor ventilation.

Canada: Punjabi school razed, sabotage likely

Canada: Punjabi school razed, sabotage likely

Rediff.com31 Jul 2009

The fire reportedly started simultaneously in the three buildings of the Punjabi school and spread rapidly. Deputy Fire Chief Tim Armstrong called the fire 'unusual'.

Canada's Atlantic Gateway to boost Indo-US trade

Canada's Atlantic Gateway to boost Indo-US trade

Rediff.com18 Feb 2008

With an integrated network of marine, air, road and rail systems, the Atlantic Gateway provides strong connections to global markets, he said, adding that upon entry, goods flow easily through the Gateway's transportation corridors to major markets in Central Canada and the US.

Canada will never be intimidated: PM Stephen Harper

Canada will never be intimidated: PM Stephen Harper

Rediff.com23 Oct 2014

Prime Minister Stephen Harper has said that Canada will not be intimidated by the attack on the Parliament and the brazen assault strengthened their resolve to redouble the efforts in fighting terrorism.

12 killed as plane crashes in Canada

12 killed as plane crashes in Canada

Rediff.com21 Aug 2011

At least 12 people were killed and three others were injured when a charter plane crashed into a large hill while approaching the runway of a remote Arctic hamlet in Canada.

Kanishka: Canada Parliament supports inquiry

Kanishka: Canada Parliament supports inquiry

Rediff.com13 Apr 2005

Opposition members of Parliament in Canada's House of Commons united on Tuesday to pass a motion calling for public inquiry.

India's domestic aviation capacity soars beyond pre-pandemic level

India's domestic aviation capacity soars beyond pre-pandemic level

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

The growth in India's domestic aviation capacity in calendar year 2023 (CY23) was the sixth highest among 20 major domestic markets, compared to the pre-pandemic year of CY19. The domestic capacity in the country surpassed the pre-pandemic level seen in CY19 and was up 5 per cent in CY23. It trails Mexico, Columbia, China, Vietnam, and Spain, which have shown higher growth, according to data shared in a seminar organised by global travel data provider OAG on global aviation trends in 2023.

Canada: Probe sought into Sikh parade

Canada: Probe sought into Sikh parade

Rediff.com12 May 2007

Politicians of all levels of government attended the April seven event, which drew a crowd estimated at 100,000.

A-I deal re-ignites Boeing, Airbus rivalry

A-I deal re-ignites Boeing, Airbus rivalry

Rediff.com28 Apr 2005

Air-India's decision to purchase Boeing's 787 Dreamliners has re-ignited the fight for supremacy between Boeing and Europe's Airbus in the civil aviation market, media reports said in Washington.

Modi's Flawed Foreign Policy

Modi's Flawed Foreign Policy

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

We should reassess what India's role in the world is and whether we are doing the right thing for ourselves, notes Aakar Patel.

Quality Control Orders: What does this mean for domestic industry?

Quality Control Orders: What does this mean for domestic industry?

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

From toys, footwear and furniture to insulated flasks, smart meters, and air coolers - the Central government over the last decade has mandated higher standards for production and imports of such items. Sample this: Till 2014, there were 14 Quality Control Orders (QCOs) covering 106 products. By the latest count, there are 156 QCOs on 672 products.

Jet to begin flights between Toronto and New Delhi

Jet to begin flights between Toronto and New Delhi

Rediff.com31 May 2007

Jet Airways will begin flights from Toronto to Delhi in August on a route that Air Canada has discontinued from this month. Jet Airways (India) Ltd will begin five flights a week from Toronto through Brussels, destined for New Delhi from August 23.

Pak billionaire's son didn't want to go on Titanic sub

Pak billionaire's son didn't want to go on Titanic sub

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Suleman Dawood, 19, was on board the vessel with Shahzada Dawood as a Father's Day bonding trip when their small submarine is believed to have imploded, killing all five on board, including British billionaire-explorer Hamish Hamilton.

Barriers have turned into bridges, says PM Modi in Canada

Barriers have turned into bridges, says PM Modi in Canada

Rediff.com17 Apr 2015

Winding up his visit to Canada, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said it was a historic trip that will herald a new era of cooperation between the two countries.

Kanishka: Canada to mark 20th anniversary of

Kanishka: Canada to mark 20th anniversary of

Rediff.com9 Jun 2005

Prime Minister Paul Martin will joini a memorial service in Ireland and flags across the country being lowered to half mast.

'Canada was haven for terrorists before A-I blast'

'Canada was haven for terrorists before A-I blast'

Rediff.com5 May 2007

An application for the warrant to tap phone calls, dated October 19, 1984, stated that Parmar had been calling for the murder of 50,000 Hindus and other acts of violence for months in speeches across Canada.

Resurgence of Sikh militancy in Canada: MP

Resurgence of Sikh militancy in Canada: MP

Rediff.com10 Dec 2007

During the Baisakhi Day parade in April in Surrey, there was a float 'honoring' Talwinder Singh Parmar, the alleged mastermind of the Kanishka terrorist attack that killed 329 people. Dosanjh had strongly criticized federal and provincial politicians who attended that parade and did not speak out.

Canada yet to learn from Kanishka bombing: Report

Canada yet to learn from Kanishka bombing: Report

Rediff.com4 Sep 2008

The report by the standing senate committee on national security and defence criticises the Canadian government for procrastination in implementing and maintaining disaster readiness programs across the country, leaving Canadians vulnerable to natural and man-made disasters.

Women's World Cup PIX: Spain, Japan secure vital wins

Women's World Cup PIX: Spain, Japan secure vital wins

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

Spain and Japan have six points and will play each other on Monday for top spot in the group

Kanishka: Canada want Reyat's prison term extended

Kanishka: Canada want Reyat's prison term extended

Rediff.com15 Dec 2005

Despite Reyat's guilty plea in the Air India case, he did not provide evidence to implicate Malik and Bagri – both of whom were acquitted March, 2004.

US briefed India, partners on Chinese spy balloon: American military official

US briefed India, partners on Chinese spy balloon: American military official

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

Gen Kenneth S Wilsbach, commander of the US Pacific Air Forces, said the US side held the interaction behind closed doors with most of the air chiefs of the region.

Distinguish between terrorists and civilians: US to Israel

Distinguish between terrorists and civilians: US to Israel

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

'We have also been incredibly clear to Hizbollah and any other malign actors that they should not use this opportunity to widen this conflict. And when we're talking about a humanitarian pause, what we are talking about is conditions that simultaneously ensure that Hamas is not in a position in which it can regroup, restrengthen itself'

Why Detroit, Toronto didn't get to see Rahman sing

Why Detroit, Toronto didn't get to see Rahman sing

Rediff.com21 Jun 2010

Over 25,000 fans in Toronto were disappointed when A R Rahman's Jai Ho Concert, which was scheduled for Sunday night at the city's Air Canada centre, was cancelled because of technical problems.

Prita Chhabra sings herself into the history books

Prita Chhabra sings herself into the history books

Rediff.com21 Apr 2010

Singer Prita Chhabra was invited by the National Basketball Association to sing the Canadian and American national anthems at the Air Canada Center in Toronto April 4 before a crowd of 20,000 people.

India working with French authorities after flight detained

India working with French authorities after flight detained

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

The plane that took off from Dubai in the United Arab Emirates carrying 303 Indian passengers, including many minors, was grounded at the Chalons-Vatry airport in Marne on Thursday.

Terror groups won't be given any quarter: Canada

Terror groups won't be given any quarter: Canada

Rediff.com19 Jun 2010

Canada said on Saturday that terrorist groups would not be given any quarter in the nation even as it stepped up security at airports and other vital installation as recommended by the Kanishka inquiry commission.

Tough times for stranded air travellers

Tough times for stranded air travellers

Rediff.com21 Apr 2010

The going has been tough for thousands of air travellers stranded at Delhi and Mumbai after volcanic ash from Iceland disrupted air traffic for six days with some struggling to report back to work and some postponing their dream holidays to Europe.

IAF's Sukhois In Action Over Australia

IAF's Sukhois In Action Over Australia

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

Four Indian Air Force Sukhoi-30 MKI fighter jets and two C-17 heavy-lift aircraft have joined the 17-nation air combat exercise in Australia.

The best universities in the US and Canada

The best universities in the US and Canada

Rediff.com12 Mar 2016

International education consultant NNS Chandra shares his advice.

AI blast probe: New air safety regime from June 18

AI blast probe: New air safety regime from June 18

Rediff.com6 Jun 2007

The names in the list are supposed to be shared -- at least initially -- only with commercial airlines that will be responsible for the actual passenger screening.

Is the air you are breathing safe?

Is the air you are breathing safe?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2018

Given the rising levels of pollution, air purifiers have now become a necessity. Manavi Kapur and Veer Arjun Singh check out some of the options in the market.

Croatia coach not fooled by Belgium's woes

Croatia coach not fooled by Belgium's woes

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

Croatia's head coach Zlatko Dalic said as he prepares his side for Thursday's decisive Group F showdown.

He conducts India's death census

He conducts India's death census

Rediff.com17 Jun 2004

Vijay Kumar wins Hutchison Essar Open

Vijay Kumar wins Hutchison Essar Open

Rediff.com12 Mar 2004

The Lucknow golfer, who won the Hero Honda Open West in Pune earlier this year, closed the 54-hole tournament with a final round of one-under 69 for a tally of nine-under 201.

Vijay Kumar grabs lead

Vijay Kumar grabs lead

Rediff.com13 Feb 2004

A sore elbow forced overnight leader Harmeet Kahlon to pull out of the second round in the Forest Hill Golf Open.

Injured Kahlon fires into lead

Injured Kahlon fires into lead

Rediff.com12 Feb 2004

The Chandigarh pro braved a painful right elbow to snatch the opening round lead at the Forest Hill Golf Open.