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Kim vows complete denuclearisation at historic summit with Trump

Kim vows complete denuclearisation at historic summit with Trump

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

The summit at Sentosa -- the first between the two countries -- is a turnaround of relations between the US president, 71, and the North Korean leader, 34, after a long-running exchange of threats and insults.

PIX: Seoul FC left red faced by sex dolls in stadium

PIX: Seoul FC left red faced by sex dolls in stadium

Rediff.com18 May 2020

The club issued a statement on Monday saying the supplier had told them the dolls were not "adult products" but apologised for failing to check.

Tata Open: Prajnesh loses to Soon-woo

Tata Open: Prajnesh loses to Soon-woo

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

India's top ranked men's singles player Prajnesh Gunneswaran crashed out in the pre-quarterfinals of the Tata Open Maharashtra after suffering a straight-sets defeat against fourth seed Kwan Soon-woo of Korea, on Thursday. Prajnesh lost 3-6, 6-7(5-7) against the Korean at Pune's Mhalunge Balewadi Stadium.

Missile test a reckless and dangerous action by North Korea: Trump

Missile test a reckless and dangerous action by North Korea: Trump

Rediff.com29 Jul 2017

North Korea on Friday launched an ICBM for the second time in a month.

How will AUKUS pact impact India?

How will AUKUS pact impact India?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

The agreement would divert China's attention and keep them busy in the Pacific theatre, probably resulting in a reduction in threat perception in our area of interest in the Indian Ocean, notes Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

Obama warns N Korea of new sanctions after nuclear tests

Obama warns N Korea of new sanctions after nuclear tests

Rediff.com9 Sep 2016

He said that the US 'does not, and never will, accept North Korea as a nuclear state'.

In photos: 10 stunning reasons to visit Pyeongchang after the Winter Olympics

In photos: 10 stunning reasons to visit Pyeongchang after the Winter Olympics

Rediff.com26 Feb 2018

In photos: From the mountains to the ocean.

'Don't Expect US Help In A War With China'

'Don't Expect US Help In A War With China'

Rediff.com20 May 2022

'The US will not want to tangle with China landwards.' 'Nor will the US confront the Chinese navy seawards on India's account.'

Saina, Sindhu score easy first round wins

Saina, Sindhu score easy first round wins

Rediff.com27 Apr 2016

Olympics-bound Indian shuttlers Saina Nehwal and P V Sindhu easily won their women's singles first round matches in the Badminton Asia Championships, in Wuhan, China, on Wednesday.

What does CCP centenary mean for India?

What does CCP centenary mean for India?

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

'What needs to be watched is that the border incidents at Dokalam in 2017 and Galwan in 2020 are triggering nascent Chinese nationalism against India,' asserts Srikanth Kondapalli, the leading China expert.

Davis Cup: Ramanathan, Myneni give India 2-0 lead over South Korea

Davis Cup: Ramanathan, Myneni give India 2-0 lead over South Korea

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

India won the opening singles to take a 2-0 lead over South Korea on Day 1 of the Asia/Oceania Group-I tie against South Korea, in Chandigarh, on Friday. After young Ramkumar Ramanathan made a winning Davis Cup debut, scoring a hard-fought 6-3, 2-6, 6-3, 6-5 (15-15) victory over Seong Chan Hong in the first singles, Saketh Myneni got the better of Yong-Kyu Lim 6-1, 3-6, 6-4, 3-6, 5-2.

A handshake that made history

A handshake that made history

Rediff.com30 Apr 2018

The Korean summit, laden with symbolism in everything from the choice of location to the mango mousse for dessert, could just be the first round in a continuing dialogue, says Dr Rajaram Panda.

Trump 'very disappointed' with China for 'doing nothing' about N Korea

Trump 'very disappointed' with China for 'doing nothing' about N Korea

Rediff.com30 Jul 2017

Trump also said he will no longer allow North Korea to continue with its belligerent behaviour.

Korea eyes better banking footprint in India

Korea eyes better banking footprint in India

Rediff.com7 Jan 2014

The fourth finance ministerial meeting, to be held in New Delhi, will have Finance Minister P Chidambaram from the Indian side and Hyun Oh-seok, Deputy Prime Minister and minister of strategy and finance, from South Korea.

Sindhu, Saina exit; Satwik-Chirag in French Open SF

Sindhu, Saina exit; Satwik-Chirag in French Open SF

Rediff.com26 Oct 2019

The men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty continued their impressive run, progressing to the semi-finals with another stunning victory, but it was curtains for Saina Nehwal at the US $700,000 French Open, in Paris, on Friday.

Sports Shorts: FIFA unveils Yashin-themed poster for 2018 FIFA World Cup

Sports Shorts: FIFA unveils Yashin-themed poster for 2018 FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Tuesday

North Korea looking for trouble: US President Trump

North Korea looking for trouble: US President Trump

Rediff.com11 Apr 2017

"North Korea is looking for trouble. If China decides to help, that would be great. If not, we will solve the problem without them! USA," Trump tweeted, toughening his stance on North Korea.

Delays: Posco to rethink India plan

Delays: Posco to rethink India plan

Rediff.com24 Mar 2007

Frustrated over delays in getting approvals for its Rs 52,000 crore (Rs 520 billion) steel project, South Korean steel giant Posco is reviewing its investment plans in India while looking at other options in South East Asia.

India survive Korea, enter semis

India survive Korea, enter semis

Rediff.com4 Sep 2007

India beat Korea 3-2 in a Pool B match at the seventh BSNL Asia Cup hockey tournament.

Indian pharma, Taiwan tech lure smart money as stocks tumble

Indian pharma, Taiwan tech lure smart money as stocks tumble

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

Asia's falling stocks have triggered an exodus of funds from the region.

Major defence deals on PM's agenda in South Korea

Major defence deals on PM's agenda in South Korea

Rediff.com18 May 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to South Korea is considered essential in strengthening defence ties, enhancing economic cooperation and forging cultural ties between the two countries, says Dr Rahul Mishra

The implications of President Park's state visit to India

The implications of President Park's state visit to India

Rediff.com20 Jan 2014

South Korean President Park Geun-hye's visit to India will enhance economic and military ties between the two countries and give the relationship a strategic dimension, says Jiye Kim.

Will the Chinese hegemony come to an end?

Will the Chinese hegemony come to an end?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

An aggressive Pyongyang is likely to force Seoul and Tokyo to build nuclear deterrents and thus thwart Beijing's ambitions.

FIIs to continue dumping Indian stocks till mid-2011

FIIs to continue dumping Indian stocks till mid-2011

Rediff.com15 Feb 2011

Indian equities to invest in the more profitable north-east Asian markets till mid-2011, Australian investment bank Macquarie said.

Obama, Dr Singh go traditional in Cambodia

Obama, Dr Singh go traditional in Cambodia

Rediff.com20 Nov 2012

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh skipped his usual attire of pristine white to take part in a photo-op with United States President Barack Obama and the top leaders of Asia.

Japanese PM to be Obama's first foreign guest in 2nd term

Japanese PM to be Obama's first foreign guest in 2nd term

Rediff.com22 Feb 2013

United States President Barack Obama will host Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Friday in his Oval office - his first with a foreign dignitary in his second term - for bilateral and regional discussions with North Korean nuclear tests and South China sea dominating the proceedings.

Asian Games: Turkmenistan wrestler first to test positive at Jakarta Asiad

Asian Games: Turkmenistan wrestler first to test positive at Jakarta Asiad

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

South Korea's Olympic committee has said swimmer Kim Hye-jin was kicked by a Chinese swimmer during training at the Asian Games in Jakarta on Thursday.

Hyundai stops car exports to Europe from India

Hyundai stops car exports to Europe from India

Rediff.com11 Aug 2014

The move will result in around 25 per cent reduction in overseas shipments from the company's Chennai plant this year at 190,000 units compared to 253,000 units last year.

US bombers fly close to North Korea amid tensions

US bombers fly close to North Korea amid tensions

Rediff.com24 Sep 2017

The US Air Force B-1B Lancer bombers from Guam, along with the force's F-15C Eagle fighter escorts from Okinawa, Japan, flew in international airspace over the waters east of North Korea

Samsung eyes over 30% growth

Samsung eyes over 30% growth

Rediff.com2 Jun 2004

Samsung Electronics, the Korean electronics goods major, said on Wednesday that it aimed to grow by over 30 per cent this year as against Rs 4,000 crore (Rs 40 billion) revenues in 2003 by targeting consumers with a host of new products.

Shangri-La Hotel likely venue for Trump-Kim summit

Shangri-La Hotel likely venue for Trump-Kim summit

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

The 792-room luxury five-star hotel has been mentioned as a possible venue for the talks as it has held major conferences over the years.

Asian Games: South Korea takes down all national flags over protest fears

Asian Games: South Korea takes down all national flags over protest fears

Rediff.com11 Sep 2014

Asian Games organisers (IAGOC) confirmed on Thursday they had taken down the flags of participating countries near one of the venues outside host city Incheon amid concerns that North Korean flags could be damaged by conservative groups or protesters.

Fall in line or face action, North Korea told

Fall in line or face action, North Korea told

Rediff.com7 Dec 2010

Days after North Korea attacked the Yeonpyeong islands resulting in the loss of South Korean lives, Foreign Ministers of the three countries met in Washington and alleged that the "provocative and belligerent" behaviour of Pyongyang threatens peace and stability in Asia.

PIX: Hosts Indonesia bid emotional farewell to 18th Asiad

PIX: Hosts Indonesia bid emotional farewell to 18th Asiad

Rediff.com2 Sep 2018

Indonesia bid an emotional farewell to the 18th Asian Games on a rain-soaked evening at the Gelora Bung Karno stadium on Sunday with the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) President hailing the event as a 'historical success'.

Nishikori vs Chung: Asian eyes on Paris

Nishikori vs Chung: Asian eyes on Paris

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

An All-Asian tie that catches the eye is rarer than a bottle of Australian wine at Roland Garros but Kei Nishikori's clash with Chung Hyeon in the third round of the French Open could be one to savour.

Rocket man? Yes. Fool? Definitely not

Rocket man? Yes. Fool? Definitely not

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

The US needs to find global support, especially from Russia and China, to make North Korea back down, says Claude Smadja.

BWF awards: Satwik-Chirag nominated for 'Most Improved Player'

BWF awards: Satwik-Chirag nominated for 'Most Improved Player'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

The prestigious awards recognise the achievements of the elite badminton players

Why US must worry about Kim's 'monster missile'

Why US must worry about Kim's 'monster missile'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

The new missile could deliver 2,000 to 3,500 kilograms of payload to any point in the continental US, notes Rajaram Panda.

India, South Korea reach civil nuclear deal

India, South Korea reach civil nuclear deal

Rediff.com29 Oct 2010

India and South Korea have reached an agreement on civil nuclear cooperation.

Rupee one of the worst performers among its Asian peers

Rupee one of the worst performers among its Asian peers

Rediff.com23 Jan 2020

The Indian rupee is down nearly 2 per cent against the US dollar since the beginning of January 2019. Experts attribute the Indian rupee's relatively poor performance to a sharper-than-expected fall in economic growth in India.