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1 Coronavirus patient in Kerala discharged

1 Coronavirus patient in Kerala discharged

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

Union health minister Harsh Vardhan said a total of 2,51,447 persons travelling in 2,315 flights have been screened so far.

ISRO's exclusive satellite to help MHA secure borders

ISRO's exclusive satellite to help MHA secure borders

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

The move is part of recommendations made by a task force on the use of space technology in improving border management which have been accepted by Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh.

South Asian leaders hail GSAT-9 launch by India

South Asian leaders hail GSAT-9 launch by India

Rediff.com5 May 2017

Sabka sath, sabka vikas, said Maldives President abdulla Yameen.

Zero tax: Here's what the 'happiness economist' has to say

Zero tax: Here's what the 'happiness economist' has to say

Rediff.com25 Oct 2012

The 78-year old British economist tells Business Standard about his research that the so-called 'zero tax' is not the most efficient at least when it comes to happiness.

When Trump wanted to play matchmaker for PM Modi

When Trump wanted to play matchmaker for PM Modi

Rediff.com14 Aug 2018

The report in Politico also spoke about Trump's lack of familiarity with South Asia.

China goes gaga over Nirmala's video teaching namaste to its troops

China goes gaga over Nirmala's video teaching namaste to its troops

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

The Global Times, in an editorial, titled 'Sitharaman greeting sends warm signal', said that the Indian defence minister's traditional 'namaste' greetings to the Chinese soldiers conveyed her hope for peace along the border and "unwillingness to see a new stand-off," adding that this was an attitude of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government at the Centre.

IPS officer, who probed 2002 Gujarat riot cases, named NIA chief

IPS officer, who probed 2002 Gujarat riot cases, named NIA chief

Rediff.com18 Sep 2017

Modi will hold the post till his superannuation on May 31, 2021.

'Bonhomie between India, China has returned but one needs to be prepared'

'Bonhomie between India, China has returned but one needs to be prepared'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2018

General Rawat said Indian forces will face the PLA troops if they come again in Doklam.

Two Faces of Bangladesh

Two Faces of Bangladesh

Rediff.com20 Sep 2019

With Sheikh Hasina as Bangladesh prime minister, all is well with the world of India-Bangladesh relations, says Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

India, China to resume military exercise suspended after Doklam

India, China to resume military exercise suspended after Doklam

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

The exercise 'Hand-in-Hand' between the armies of the two countries will take place within next 4-5 months in China.

Rajasthan becomes 3rd state to pass anti-CAA resolution

Rajasthan becomes 3rd state to pass anti-CAA resolution

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

It is the second Congress-ruled state after Punjab to pass such a resolution. The Rajasthan Assembly passed by voice vote the resolution which also asked the Centre to withdraw the new fields of information proposed to be included in National Population Register (NPR), 2020.

India slips 5 spots to 141 on Global Peace Index 2019

India slips 5 spots to 141 on Global Peace Index 2019

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

Iceland retained the top spot while Afghanistan is now the least peaceful country in the world.

Activist Akhil Gogoi on fast unto death in Guwahati

Activist Akhil Gogoi on fast unto death in Guwahati

Rediff.com20 May 2012

Krishak Mukti Sangram Samiti general secretary and RTI activist Akhil Gogoi has resorted to a fast unto death in Guwahati demanding halt in construction of mega dam projects on various rivers in Arunachal Pradesh and Bhutan, including the mainstream of Brahmaputra river.

India's economy to shrink by 3.2% in FY21: World Bank

India's economy to shrink by 3.2% in FY21: World Bank

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

However, the Indian economy is expected to bounce back in 2021, the World Bank said.

Youth Olympics: Shooter Tushar Mane bags silver

Youth Olympics: Shooter Tushar Mane bags silver

Rediff.com7 Oct 2018

Mane, who qualified third for the final, shot 247.5 to win the silver while Grigorii Shamakov took the gold with 249.2. Aleksa Mitrovic of Serbia won the bronze with a score of 227.9.

12 Indians among 17 killed in tragic bus accident in Dubai

12 Indians among 17 killed in tragic bus accident in Dubai

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

Dubai Police authorities said that there are still some unidentified bodies and the number of Indians who died in the accident could rise further.

Why China is flexing its muscles

Why China is flexing its muscles

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

'India has ramped up infrastructure on its side, so the Chinese military is finding Indian soldiers in locations where they are not used to seeing an Indian footprint,' points out Harsh V Pant.

China FA create race-based World Cup qualifier poster

China FA create race-based World Cup qualifier poster

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

The Chinese Football Association has drawn criticism for publishing a promotional poster that warns not to underestimate Hong Kong's team of "black, white and yellow" players ahead of their World Cup qualifiers.

67% of income of 7 parties from unknown sources

67% of income of 7 parties from unknown sources

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

The total income of seven political parties from unknown sources was Rs 2,512.98 crore in 2018-19.

Ahead of PM's visit, China says hope India learnt lessons from Doklam standoff

Ahead of PM's visit, China says hope India learnt lessons from Doklam standoff

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

India and China on Monday ended their standoff in Dokalam by withdrawing their troops from the area, just days before Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to China to attend the BRICS summit next week.

Rakesh Mohan tipped to be ED at the IMF

Rakesh Mohan tipped to be ED at the IMF

Rediff.com24 Sep 2012

Dr Mohan will be representing India along with Bangladesh, Bhutan and Sri Lanka on the 24-member Executive Board of the IMF.

I refuse to agree Indians are intolerant: President

I refuse to agree Indians are intolerant: President

Rediff.com31 Mar 2017

"If it is said Indians are argumentative, I will agree. But if it is said Indians are intolerant, I refuse to agree," said the president at the inaugural ceremony of the 'Namami Brahmaputra' festival in Guwahati.

Pakistan postpones SAARC summit; slams India for derailing it

Pakistan postpones SAARC summit; slams India for derailing it

Rediff.com30 Sep 2016

It alleged that the decision by India to 'derail the summit' effectively 'contradicts' Prime Minister Narendra Modi's own call to fight against poverty in the region.

Indian Army divisions move to Sikkim-Tibet border

Indian Army divisions move to Sikkim-Tibet border

Rediff.com18 Aug 2017

The operational alert allows troops to get acclimatised to high altitudes, renovate the bunkers and trenches from which they would fight, break out ammunition, and carry out the coordination needed to fight an integrated defensive battle.

Time for Aung San Suu Kyi to step aside?

Time for Aung San Suu Kyi to step aside?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

Some believe she should no longer be the face of the struggle to free Myanmar from the new military dictatorship, observes Prakash Bhandari.

Timely facilitation of COVID-19 kits will help Sino-India ties: Envoy

Timely facilitation of COVID-19 kits will help Sino-India ties: Envoy

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

As its factories resumed operations after over two-month of grim battle against coronavirus, China is busy tapping into the vast business opportunities of export of key medical goods, specially ventilators and personal protection equipment (PPE), across the world, including India, where both private and government bodies are placing orders for the import of these products.

Cross-border arms, cattle, narcotics smuggling cases rose over 3 years

Cross-border arms, cattle, narcotics smuggling cases rose over 3 years

Rediff.com24 Jun 2018

According to the data compiled by the Union home ministry about these criminal activities along the international borders with Pakistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal and Myanmar, instances of cross-border smuggling of arms, drugs and cattle increased from a total of 19,537 in 2015 to 31,593 in 2017.

How India, Myanmar bilateral trade can flourish

How India, Myanmar bilateral trade can flourish

Rediff.com25 May 2012

Myanmar is a member of the Asian Clearing Union and settlement of current account transactions including trade transactions are done through ACU.

Religious 'seva' costs top Pak lawyer his job

Religious 'seva' costs top Pak lawyer his job

Rediff.com2 Aug 2012

The Pakistan government has fired a top law officer who earned the ire of lawyers by washing dishes and polishing shoes while performing voluntary service at Hindu and Sikh shrines in India to promote inter-faith harmony.

DON'T MISS: Travel pictures from around the world

DON'T MISS: Travel pictures from around the world

Rediff.com14 Oct 2012

We invited you to share pictures from your travels with us on Rediff ZaraBol. Here is a fresh batch of pictures that you posted.

Why M&M will halt investment in SsangYong Motor

Why M&M will halt investment in SsangYong Motor

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

M&M will close down GenZe, an e-scooter business in California, because it is unlikely it would stand on its own feet, and is ahead of its time.

Gautam Bambawale, India's envoy to China, arrives in Beijing

Gautam Bambawale, India's envoy to China, arrives in Beijing

Rediff.com19 Nov 2017

A deft hand on India-China relations, Bambawale earlier handled the China desk at the MEA.

Look which countries are ahead of India in broadband reach

Look which countries are ahead of India in broadband reach

Rediff.com17 Apr 2015

India is ranked below Bhutan and Sri Lanka in terms of broadband penetration, says TRAI.

India should 'conscientiously withdraw': China

India should 'conscientiously withdraw': China

Rediff.com25 Jul 2017

Even senior Indian officials have openly stated that Chinese troops did not enter into the Indian territory, Wang said.

Tehran: India to deploy border guards for Indian embassy

Tehran: India to deploy border guards for Indian embassy

Rediff.com27 Jun 2012

India is planning to deploy a contingent of its border guarding troops for strengthening the security of its embassy in Iran.

Travel: My top 5 trekking trails in the Himalayas

Travel: My top 5 trekking trails in the Himalayas

Rediff.com7 Sep 2012

A trek a year is a must, says former foreign secretary Shyam Saran who has been at it for over 20 years. Here he lists his favourite five, all in the Himalayas.

India, China should deal with each other with 'strategic maturity': FS

India, China should deal with each other with 'strategic maturity': FS

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

He said the 2 countries have handled border issues in the past.

'Former Pakistani soldier planning terror attacks in Delhi on Holi'

'Former Pakistani soldier planning terror attacks in Delhi on Holi'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

The soldier crossed over to India along with six hardcore terrorists through the Indo-Pak border in Pathankot.

Securing border in Arunachal Pradesh top priority, says Antony

Securing border in Arunachal Pradesh top priority, says Antony

Rediff.com20 Feb 2012

The government accords top priority to secure the international border in Arunachal Pradesh that has borders with China, Bhutan and Myanmar.