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'Saudi Arabia Won't Align With Pakistan Against India'

'Saudi Arabia Won't Align With Pakistan Against India'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

'The background for the Saudi-Pakistan agreement is the fact that the regional security order has collapsed due to the Israeli attack on Doha.' 'The Americans have largely abandoned their security guarantee for West Asia and the region has no choice but to look at alternatives.'

Sergio Gor, Agrawal Talk Trade Deal

Sergio Gor, Agrawal Talk Trade Deal

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

While both sides have announced the decision to restart talks for a trade deal, government officials said discussions are continuing virtually.

Indian IT Cos Feel H-1B Heat

Indian IT Cos Feel H-1B Heat

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

'It is good to have the H1-B visa option but if tomorrow things happen to change, it is not the end of the world situation.'

'We May Have Hiccups Now, On Track To Solving It'

'We May Have Hiccups Now, On Track To Solving It'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

'While the President has been critical of India, he has gone out of his way to compliment PM Modi. They have an incredible relationship.'

Realty's Next Address: SPR, Sohna Power NCR's Growth

Realty's Next Address: SPR, Sohna Power NCR's Growth

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Part-I of this three-part series dives into Delhi-NCR's SPR, Sohna, Dwarka Expressway, and Jewar Airport leading the charge.

Stalin's minister sparks row, says UP survives on TN's tax money

Stalin's minister sparks row, says UP survives on TN's tax money

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

Tamil Nadu Industries Minister TRB Rajaa claims Uttar Pradesh's development is funded by Tamil Nadu's tax contributions to the central government, sparking a political debate over regional economic disparities.

'Wars Of Today Are Sudden, Unpredictable'

'Wars Of Today Are Sudden, Unpredictable'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'It can be two months, a year, or even five years. We need to be prepared.'

We can't do what China does: Rahul Gandhi in Colombia

We can't do what China does: Rahul Gandhi in Colombia

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has said the 'wholesale attack on the democratic system' currently underway in India is the single biggest risk the country is facing, and asserted that allowing different traditions to thrive is very important as 'we cannot do what China does, which is to run an authoritarian system'. IMAGE: Kindly note that this image has been posted for representational purposes only. Photograph: / Rediff.com Speaking at a seminar titled 'The Future is Today' at the EIA University in Medellin, Colombia, Gandhi also alleged that there are 'huge amounts of corruption at a centralised level' in India now. "In India, we have huge amounts of corruption now at a very centralised level. So, three or four businesses taking over the whole economy, having a direct relationship with the prime minister, is rampant in India," the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha said. "But I believe decentralising power, making things more transparent, bringing people into conversations, and bringing people into processes is the best way forward," Gandhi said while addressing the seminar on Wednesday. Hitting back at the Congress leader for his remarks, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday accused Gandhi of insulting and degrading India on foreign soil. Posting a video clip of Gandhi's speech on X, BJP national spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia said, 'Rahul Gandhi does it again, degrades India on foreign soil. From defaming our democracy in London, to mocking our institutions in the US, now in Colombia he spares no chance to insult Bharat globally.' 'This isn't dissent. It's disgrace to the fake Gandhi. Criticising BJP may be your right but dare you malign Mother India for your cheap and petty politics,' Bhatia said. Speaking at the seminar, Gandhi said India has a much more complex system as compared to China and its strengths are very different from that of the neighbouring country. India also has a very old spiritual tradition and a thought system with profound ideas that are useful in today's world, he said, adding that there is a lot that the country can offer in terms of tradition and way of thinking. "I am very optimistic about India, but at the same time, there are fault lines within the Indian structure. There are risks that India has to overcome. The single-biggest risk is the attack on democracy that is taking place in India," the Leader of Opposition said. "India has multiple religions, traditions and languages. India is actually a conversation between all its people. Different ideas, religions and traditions require space. The best method for creating that space is the democratic system," he said. "Currently, there is a wholesale attack on the democratic system in India, so that is a risk. The other big risk is different conceptions -- some 16-17 different languages, different religions... So, allowing these different traditions to thrive, and giving them space to express themselves is very important for a country like India.

Sitharaman asks fintechs to strengthen risk management to check AI misuse

Sitharaman asks fintechs to strengthen risk management to check AI misuse

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday asked fintech firms to focus on risk management at a time when criminals are using AI to mimic voices, clone identities and create lifelike videos to manipulate people.

Space Milestones For India On Ganesh Chaturthi

Space Milestones For India On Ganesh Chaturthi

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

India took another leap in space infrastructure with the foundation stone laid for a new launch pad at the country's second rocket port in Kulasekarapattinam.

Praggnanandhaa in joint lead after win; Gukesh loses

Praggnanandhaa in joint lead after win; Gukesh loses

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

R Praggnanandhaa scored a fluent victory over Frenchman Alireza Firouzja to claim the joint lead after the seventh round of the Sinquefield Cup.

Indian-American Jay Bhattacharya to be Trump's health agency head

Indian-American Jay Bhattacharya to be Trump's health agency head

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

US President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Indian-American scientist Jay Bhattacharya to lead the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the country's top health research and funding institutions. Bhattacharya, a professor of Health Policy at Stanford University, is known for his research on the health and well-being of vulnerable populations. Trump also nominated Jim O'Neill as the deputy secretary of Health and Human Services to work alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

H1B Crisis: 'No Point Going To The US'

H1B Crisis: 'No Point Going To The US'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

'Every parent should rethink their decisions to send their children to the US.'

American Centre case: SC commutes death sentence of 2 convicts

American Centre case: SC commutes death sentence of 2 convicts

Rediff.com21 May 2014

The Supreme Court on Wednesday granted life to two death convicts in the 2002 American Center attack case in Kolkata with a rider that the mastermind will remain behind the bars till death and the other will spend at least 30 years in jail without remission.

FBI Praises CBI Rs 350 Cr Racket Bust

FBI Praises CBI Rs 350 Cr Racket Bust

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'Big Week For #USIndia Law Enforcement Collaboration'

HAL Boosts Tejas as MiG-21 Era Ends

HAL Boosts Tejas as MiG-21 Era Ends

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

HAL aims to raise output from the current ceiling of 24 aircraft a year to 30 by the end of 2027

H1B Visa Hike: Come Back Home, Say Experts

H1B Visa Hike: Come Back Home, Say Experts

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

'Returning Indians can leverage their international skills and the strong funding environment for start-ups here.'

'Asim Munir Is Osama Bin Laden In A Suit'

'Asim Munir Is Osama Bin Laden In A Suit'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'Within 30 minutes of when Asim Munir made those comments, he should have been taken to Tampa airport and flown out of the United States.'

Has 'Nobel snub' strained Modi-Trump ties? NYT says...

Has 'Nobel snub' strained Modi-Trump ties? NYT says...

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

Amid trade tensions between Delhi and Washington, the NYT article gives an account of how relations between Trump and Modi "unraveled" after Trump's repeated claims of solving the four-day conflict in May between India and Pakistan, an assertion denied by India.

Verbeek-Siniakova win Wimbledon mixed doubles crown

Verbeek-Siniakova win Wimbledon mixed doubles crown

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Czech Katerina Siniakova and Sem Verbeek of the Netherlands claimed the Wimbledon mixed doubles title on Thursday, defeating Britain's Joe Salisbury and Brazilian Luisa Stefani 7-6(3), 7-6(3).

Alert! Why 120/80 BP Is Now High Risk

Alert! Why 120/80 BP Is Now High Risk

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Blood pressure management is no longer just about a number on a chart

India's Startup Dreams, Ready to Bloom

India's Startup Dreams, Ready to Bloom

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Let's work flat out and create a policy framework that fosters the growth of Indian non-family business VC and private equity firms. This will allow our Indian startups' dreams to flourish, explains Ajit Balakrishnan.

'Trump's policies alienated India, pushed it towards Russia, China'

'Trump's policies alienated India, pushed it towards Russia, China'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Former US National Security Advisor John Bolton says President Trump's policies have damaged US-India relations, pushing New Delhi closer to Russia and China.

Can Trump's Diplomacy End Ukraine War?

Can Trump's Diplomacy End Ukraine War?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Trump has played throughout his career as a deal-maker who could deliver where others could not, and Ukraine represents the ultimate test of that image, notes Manish Dabhade.

Royal surprise! Princess Catherine returns to Wimbledon

Royal surprise! Princess Catherine returns to Wimbledon

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Catherine, Princess of Wales, made a heartfelt return to Centre Court on Saturday, surprising and delighting fans at the Wimbledon women's final-her first at the event since revealing her cancer diagnosis.

India Must Be Ready For Chinese Challenge

India Must Be Ready For Chinese Challenge

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

'One Chinese interlocutor said India should realise that "China can do without India, but India could not do without China", pointing to its inability to do without Chinese intermediates and components,' former foreign secretary Shyam Saran discovers on a visit to China.

Trump's Tariffs: 3 Million Tamil Nadu Jobs At Risk

Trump's Tariffs: 3 Million Tamil Nadu Jobs At Risk

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

The textile and apparel sector is India's second-largest employment provider, after agriculture, and it is now caught in a wave of uncertainty following the Donald Trump administration's tariff policy.

Seville Edges Olympic Champ Lyles For 100m Title

Seville Edges Olympic Champ Lyles For 100m Title

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Oblique Seville left Olympic champion Noah Lyles chewing his dust on Saturday as the Jamaican blasted out of the blocks and kept the hammer down to win the London Diamond League 100 metres in a hot 9.86 seconds.

PIX: Alcaraz grinds past Fritz to reach Wimbledon final

PIX: Alcaraz grinds past Fritz to reach Wimbledon final

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Eyeing a sixth Grand Slam title, the Spaniard was eventually too strong for the metronomically consistent Fritz, whose biggest weapons were still not damaging enough to unsettle the second seed under a fiery sun on Centre Court.

Thermostat Setting: India's Cool Move

Thermostat Setting: India's Cool Move

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

'Are there other ways to reduce the energy airconditioners consume?' asks Ambi Parameswaran.

Rana facilitated 26/11 recce, ran fake Mumbai office for Headley: NIA

Rana facilitated 26/11 recce, ran fake Mumbai office for Headley: NIA

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

According to the chargesheet, Rana played a crucial role in supporting terrorist David Coleman Headley, a Pakistani-American operative linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, by facilitating his reconnaissance missions across Mumbai.

Why does Wimbledon have curfew rule?

Why does Wimbledon have curfew rule?

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Play was suspended on court 1 before the 5th set at 10.18pm, 40 minutes before the 11 PM curfew, leaving Fritz and the crowd furious.

From Russia With Love

From Russia With Love

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Red Square and VDNKh easily rank among the most striking places I've visited -- both for their historical significance and architectural splendour.
My admiration for Russian culture, vision and ambition grew with every step as I clocked the miles, Nitin Sathe tells us after a visit to Moscow and St Petersburg.

Swiatek to face resilient Anisimova for Wimbledon glory

Swiatek to face resilient Anisimova for Wimbledon glory

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Poland's Iga Swiatek could become only the third woman since tennis turned professional in 1968 to win all of her first six major finals, joining Margaret Court and Monica Seles, but Swiatek is not taking the big-hitting Anisimova lightly.

Wimbledon Final: Swiatek crushes Anisimova 6-0, 6-0!

Wimbledon Final: Swiatek crushes Anisimova 6-0, 6-0!

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Iga Swiatek demolished Amanda Anisimova 6-0, 6-0 in just under an hour to clinch her first Wimbledon title and fifth Grand Slam crown overall.

Hindus fly aerial banner to back Cuomo as NY mayoral race heats up

Hindus fly aerial banner to back Cuomo as NY mayoral race heats up

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

In a bold display of civic engagement, members of the Hindu American community launched an aerial banner over New York City this week, endorsing Andrew Cuomo for mayor and urging voters to support experienced, inclusive leadership in a high-stakes race that has captured national attention.

Sizzling Swiatek storms into maiden Wimbledon final

Sizzling Swiatek storms into maiden Wimbledon final

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

The 35th-ranked Bencic did not do a lot wrong but was broken twice in the first set and three times in the second as a sizzling Swiatek brought her A-game to what turned into a one-sided contest.

PIX: Manchester City, Spurs open season with big wins

PIX: Manchester City, Spurs open season with big wins

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

A summary of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

Wimbledon blockbuster as Djokovic looks to defy Sinner...

Wimbledon blockbuster as Djokovic looks to defy Sinner...

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

...And Alcaraz continues hat-trick quest

Gauff, Pegula, Zverev Exit Wimbledon!

Gauff, Pegula, Zverev Exit Wimbledon!

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

13 of the men's seeds fell at the first hurdle -- a Wimbledon record since 32 seeds were introduced in 2001.