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International gang smuggling Indians to UK busted

International gang smuggling Indians to UK busted

Rediff.com20 Sep 2007

The modus operandi, the prosecutor's office said, was to hand over the immigrants to a Kurdish gang which put them in lorries on their way to the UK.

Mittal Steel declares interim dividend of $0.125

Mittal Steel declares interim dividend of $0.125

Rediff.com16 Nov 2006

Mittal Steel Company NV announced on Thursday an interim dividend of $0.125 per share for its European and New York Stock Exchange shareholders.

Lessons for SAARC from the European Union

Lessons for SAARC from the European Union

Rediff.com4 Apr 2007

The journey towards South Asian integration will be long and arduous, but it has to start one day!

Fly the good times to the US

Fly the good times to the US

Rediff.com16 Aug 2007

As competition hots up, airlines are doling out freebies to wean away customers.

'We did not agree to talk to LTTE'

'We did not agree to talk to LTTE'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2006

The government has slammed peace broker Norway for 'misleading' the international community.

Jet Airways drama: 10 unanswered questions

Jet Airways drama: 10 unanswered questions

Rediff.com29 Mar 2019

'Shouldn't the DGCA ensure both safety and convenience of passengers?' 'And convenience has been a casualty as nobody knows which Jet flight would be grounded next, throwing passengers' plans in disarray,' says Nivedita Mookerji.

All you need to know about the man who beat Bolt

All you need to know about the man who beat Bolt

Rediff.com6 Aug 2017

Factbox on American Justin Gatlin who won the 100 metres gold at the World Athletics Championships on Saturday at the age of 35.

India-EU moving closer to FTA

India-EU moving closer to FTA

Rediff.com6 Jul 2007

The European Union may back off from its insistence on including non-trade issues like human rights in the proposed free trade pact with India.

Jet to be the best airline flying to US from India

Jet to be the best airline flying to US from India

Rediff.com4 Jul 2007

'The other airlines will be concerned about Jet Airways'

Jet Airways drama: 10 unanswered questions

Jet Airways drama: 10 unanswered questions

Rediff.com28 Mar 2019

'Shouldn't the DGCA ensure both safety and convenience of passengers?' 'And convenience has been a casualty as nobody knows which Jet flight would be grounded next, throwing passengers' plans in disarray,' says Nivedita Mookerji.

How China's BRI is making inroads into Europe

How China's BRI is making inroads into Europe

Rediff.com21 May 2019

'Chinese companies have acquired stakes in 13 ports in Europe, including in Greece, Spain and, most recently, Belgium.' 'Those ports handle about 10 percent of Europe's shipping container capacity,' points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

EU lifts ban on import of mangoes from India

EU lifts ban on import of mangoes from India

Rediff.com20 Jan 2015

The European Union on Tuesday decided to lift a ban on the import of mangoes from India after the country made improvements in plant health controls and certification system, clearing the way for them to return to the 28-member bloc.

Soon, flying to US may get cheaper

Soon, flying to US may get cheaper

Rediff.com26 May 2007

There is a prospect of a 5-10 per cent drop in fares.

Corus: Tata gets European Commission nod

Corus: Tata gets European Commission nod

Rediff.com22 Dec 2006

The European Commission on Friday approved Tata Steel's proposed acquisition of Anglo-Dutch steelmaker Corus.

How Brazil is planning to guard the Olympics against terror attacks

How Brazil is planning to guard the Olympics against terror attacks

Rediff.com2 Jun 2016

The attacks that killed 130 people in Paris last November and 32 in Brussels in March forced a reassessment by Brazil's security forces. An anti-terrorism effort is now at the heart of their planning for the Olympics.

EU Commission to propose scrapping jet fuel tariffs

EU Commission to propose scrapping jet fuel tariffs

Rediff.com18 Oct 2013

The European Commission will propose scrapping tariffs on jet fuel imports starting January 1, an official said on Friday.

National tensions simmer ahead of Belgium-France semis

National tensions simmer ahead of Belgium-France semis

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

There's always been a degree of friendly tension between the two, with France regarding Belgium, and its French-speaking Wallonia region, as something of a poor cousin, while the Belgians often dismiss France as patronising and faux-superior.

Asafa Powell fails to better record

Asafa Powell fails to better record

Rediff.com15 Sep 2007

The Jamaican blamed cold weather rather than a restart for failing to break his 100 metres world record.

Why leaders must be paid more

Why leaders must be paid more

Rediff.com31 Mar 2007

Rulers are not monkeys to be paid peanuts -- do so and the alternative is perilous.

Jet to launch US flights by July-Aug

Jet to launch US flights by July-Aug

Rediff.com23 Mar 2007

Jet Airways, the country's top private airline, will launch its long-planned maiden flight to the US via Belgium by July-August this year

Why US postponed '2+2 dialogue' with India

Why US postponed '2+2 dialogue' with India

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

Politicians, bureaucrats hold different opinions about the delaying of the 2+2 summit.

Mohun Bagan bring up the rear

Mohun Bagan bring up the rear

Rediff.com11 Aug 2006

The Kolkata team lost all its matches in the Manchester United Premier Cup football Under-15 football tournament.

'European Parliament must discuss Mittal's bid'

'European Parliament must discuss Mittal's bid'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2006

The European Parliament should discuss and debate Lakshmi Mittal's $23 billion bid for Arcelor, Josep Borrel, President of the Parliament has said.

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.

The man behind GE's India success

The man behind GE's India success

Rediff.com29 May 2007

GE's India head reflects on his hits and misses and shares his plans to return soon.

World Cup updates: Argentina's Pitana to referee opening match

World Cup updates: Argentina's Pitana to referee opening match

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

Argentine referee Nestor Pitana will take charge of Thursday's opening World Cup match between hosts Russia and Saudi Arabia in Moscow, FIFA said on Tuesday.

World Cup warm-up: Belgium cruise past Egypt; Nigeria lose

World Cup warm-up: Belgium cruise past Egypt; Nigeria lose

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

Belgium hammered the final nail into Egypt's halting World Cup warm-up campaign with an assured 3-0 win in Brussels on Wednesday that settled some nerves among the fancied hosts.

Even Pakistan's growth rate is ahead of India's

Even Pakistan's growth rate is ahead of India's

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

'Misplaced national priorities have brought the economy to a cul-de-sac,' says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

NATO arrives in Kashmir

NATO arrives in Kashmir

Rediff.com27 Oct 2005

Karachi a hub of anti-India terror outfits: Report

Karachi a hub of anti-India terror outfits: Report

Rediff.com17 Feb 2017

The International Crisis Group said that security forces were allowing 'anti-India outfits... to operate madrasas and charity fronts'.

Tillerson declines to host Ramazan reception

Tillerson declines to host Ramazan reception

Rediff.com28 May 2017

The White House and State Department commemorate other religious traditions, including a Jewish Passover Seder, as well as Christmas and Easter holidays.

UK elections: What happens to Brexit now?

UK elections: What happens to Brexit now?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

While Britain grapples with a hung parliament, EU has warned, 'We don't know when Brexit talks start. We know when they must end.'

Musharraf, Singh may meet in Cuba

Musharraf, Singh may meet in Cuba

Rediff.com17 Aug 2006

They may be next month on the sidelines of the Non-Aligned Movement summit in Havana.

India-EU summit very successful: EU commissioner

India-EU summit very successful: EU commissioner

Rediff.com9 Sep 2005

The just-concluded India-European Union Summit was a "success" as it implemented the strategic partnership launched last year and drafted a new action plan and political declaration, a top European Union official said on Friday.

Real and Barca in EU net for receiving illegal state aid

Real and Barca in EU net for receiving illegal state aid

Rediff.com17 Dec 2013

The European Commission will begin disciplinary action against seven Spanish clubs including Real Madrid and Barcelona over possible illegal state aid, Spanish foreign minister Jose Manuel Garcia Margallo said on Monday.

FAA downgrade puts Jet into tailspin

FAA downgrade puts Jet into tailspin

Rediff.com3 Feb 2014

United, American snap code share deals, in compliance with US regulator's ruling

WC qualifier: Can new-look Spain avenge loss to Italy?

WC qualifier: Can new-look Spain avenge loss to Italy?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

Spain and Italy have undergone managerial changes since Antonio Conte handed Vicente del Bosque a tactical masterclass at Euro 2016, but Spain go into Thursday's World Cup qualifier in Turin in better shape than their Group G rivals.

EU snubs pro-Pak Kashmir lobbyist

EU snubs pro-Pak Kashmir lobbyist

Rediff.com5 Jul 2006

Officials said the EU wanted to consolidate its multi-faceted relationship with India.

Sikh militant group on EU's terrorist list

Sikh militant group on EU's terrorist list

Rediff.com24 Dec 2005

Sikh militant group on EU's terrorist list