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Canadian PM visits Rajghat

Canadian PM visits Rajghat

Rediff.com18 Nov 2009

Prime Minister Stephen Harper and his wife Laureen visited Rajghat in New Delhi where they laid a wreath on Mahatma Gandhi's memorial.

Unstoppable Sinner: Back-to-Back Aus Open Champion

Unstoppable Sinner: Back-to-Back Aus Open Champion

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Factbox on Italy's Jannik Sinner, who beat Germany's Alexander Zverev 6-3, 7-6(4), 6-3 in the Australian Open final

Tennis: Canadians Shapovalov, Raonic advance in Montreal

Tennis: Canadians Shapovalov, Raonic advance in Montreal

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

Konta, Sharapova fall at Rogers Cup in Toronto

Trudeau to discuss 'serious security issues' with India

Trudeau to discuss 'serious security issues' with India

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said that he sees a new opening to engage with India on 'some very serious' issues on national security after the return of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to office for a third consecutive term.

The Moment The US Lost Gold

The Moment The US Lost Gold

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

A clumsy handover of the baton in the 4x100 metres men's final at the Stade de France in Paris on Friday, August 9, 2024, evening saw the US men's 4x100 relay team lose its chance to race past its rivals and win a gold/silver/bronze medal.

Rana joined 26/11 plot in 2005, facilitated Headley's Indian visa: NIA

Rana joined 26/11 plot in 2005, facilitated Headley's Indian visa: NIA

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a Canadian national convicted in the United States for his role in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, has been extradited to India. Rana, a close associate of Pakistani-American terrorist David Coleman Headley, was involved in the conspiracy from 2005 onwards and assisted Headley in obtaining a visa for India. He is the third person to be sent on trial in India for the 26/11 attacks after Ajmal Kasab and Zabiuddin Ansari alias Abu Jundal. Rana's extradition comes after US President Donald Trump approved the request.

Jolt for transgender cricketers in England

Jolt for transgender cricketers in England

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

In March, the United Kingdom's then sports minister Lucy Frazer called on sporting bodies in the country to reassess their rules on transgender athletes competing in women's sports to ensure fairness.

Hypocrisy, says India as Canada censors media outlet over Jaishankar's presser

Hypocrisy, says India as Canada censors media outlet over Jaishankar's presser

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

"We were surprised. It looks strange to us. But nonetheless, what I say is that these are actions which yet again highlight the hypocrisy of Canada towards freedom of speech," the external affairs ministry spokesman said.

One more Indian-origin held in Canada's CAD 22.5 mn gold, cash heist

One more Indian-origin held in Canada's CAD 22.5 mn gold, cash heist

Rediff.com12 May 2024

The gold and currency had arrived on an Air Canada flight from Zurich, Switzerland, to Pearson International Airport in Toronto.

Crude imports from US rebound as Russia sanctions get tighter

Crude imports from US rebound as Russia sanctions get tighter

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Even as Russia and West Asia have been slugging it out for market share in India to sell their crude oil, the US is quietly making its moves on the sidelines. The US has doubled its share of the Indian crude market in the past few months, according to industry sources and ship-tracking data. Some of the increase in America's market share may have come at the expense of Russia, India's biggest crude oil supplier, said industry sources.

Sharp Increase In Illegal Indian Migration To US

Sharp Increase In Illegal Indian Migration To US

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Indians have topped the number of illegal immigrants from Asian countries caught at land, sea, and air checkpoints of the US since 2022.

AP Dhillon cheers on India in New York!

AP Dhillon cheers on India in New York!

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Dhillon, a known cricket fan, was spotted at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York

A few final steps to be completed: Misri on Rana's extradition

A few final steps to be completed: Misri on Rana's extradition

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

The United States has approved the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, accused of involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, to India. The decision was announced by President Donald Trump during a joint press conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the White House. India is currently working on the logistics of Rana's surrender and extradition, with several final steps to be completed before he is sent back to India. The joint statement issued by India and the US during Prime Minister Modi's visit reaffirmed their commitment to fighting terrorism and eliminating terrorist safe havens. The leaders also called on Pakistan to bring to justice the perpetrators of the 26/11 Mumbai and Pathankot attacks. Rana, a Canadian national of Pakistani origin, is currently lodged at a metropolitan detention center in Los Angeles. He is associated with Pakistani-American terrorist David Coleman Headley, one of the main conspirators of the 26/11 attacks.

Tahawwur Rana moves US Supreme Court against extradition

Tahawwur Rana moves US Supreme Court against extradition

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

In a long battle, this is Rana's last legal chance not to be extradited to India.

Study Abroad: 4 SIMPLE TIPS To Save Money

Study Abroad: 4 SIMPLE TIPS To Save Money

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

Aditya Mhatre shares some practical and actionable tips to save money and focus on what matters most when you are studying abroad

F1 PIX: Verstappen wins in Canada for third year in a row

F1 PIX: Verstappen wins in Canada for third year in a row

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Max Verstappen claimed his sixth victory from nine races this season and the 60th of his Formula One career.

Canada yet to share any specific evidence on Nijjar killing case: India

Canada yet to share any specific evidence on Nijjar killing case: India

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Last week, Canadian authorities charged three Indian nationals with the murder of Nijjar. It is reported that they entered Canada on student visas.

US refutes reports of expelling Indian diplomats

US refutes reports of expelling Indian diplomats

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

The United States State Department has refuted reports claiming Washington, DC is considering 'expelling' Indian diplomats amid the strained ties between India and Canada.

Indian drought: Bonanza for Canadian farmers

Indian drought: Bonanza for Canadian farmers

Rediff.com14 Oct 2015

Canada is the top supplier of pulses to India, which is expected to import 1 million tonnes more this year.

Canada arrests 3 Indians in Nijjar's killing, says more people involved

Canada arrests 3 Indians in Nijjar's killing, says more people involved

Rediff.com4 May 2024

Three people have been arrested and charged in the killing of Sikh activist Nijjar, CTV News quoted a senior government source as saying.

10 Must Watch Stories From Across The World

10 Must Watch Stories From Across The World

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

This year's Sundance Film Festival was rich with films and the theatres were warm, even as temperatures outside dipped to below freezing point. It snowed only once but the sidewalks remained slippery for a few days.

Rajawat makes early exit from China Open

Rajawat makes early exit from China Open

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Indian shuttlers who competed at the Paris Olympics, including PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen and the men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, are giving the tournament, the year's final BWF Super 1000 event, a miss.

What Is Canada-US Game Plan?

What Is Canada-US Game Plan?

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

It seems that the West is sending a signal to India that it can return to old hostilities unless India toes their line on Russia. It is no surprise that India is being compared with Putin's Russia in terms of targeting 'dissidents' as the West calls these Khalistani terrorists, asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

US Open: Medvedev restores order, Sinner whips O'Connell to make Round 4

US Open: Medvedev restores order, Sinner whips O'Connell to make Round 4

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

World number one Jannik Sinner's bid for a second Grand Slam title continued to gain momentum as he thumped Christopher O'Connell 6-1, 6-4, 6-2 on Saturday to reach the US Open fourth round.

Budget 2025: Defence Must Be The Priority

Budget 2025: Defence Must Be The Priority

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

'The first and most basic responsibility of any government is to protect its people from external threats and internal harm.' 'Budget 2025-2026 has to focus on meeting this responsibility,' asserts R Jagannathan.

Sierra expands Canadian operations

Sierra expands Canadian operations

Rediff.com13 Apr 2005

Indian doubles teams crash out of Denmark Open

Indian doubles teams crash out of Denmark Open

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand (women's doubles) and B Sumeeth Reddy and N Sikki Reddy (mixed doubles) suffered three-game defeats in their opening contests.

US intercepts Russian, China bombers near Alaska

US intercepts Russian, China bombers near Alaska

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

The North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) intercepted a group of bombers near Alaska, marking the first instance of joint Russian and Chinese operations prompting such a response from the United States, CNN reported, citing, a United States defence official.

Sen forced to pull out of Canada Open with visa issues

Sen forced to pull out of Canada Open with visa issues

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

He was seeded fourth for the men's singles event at the Canada Open

Canadian paedophile may be extradited

Canadian paedophile may be extradited

Rediff.com3 Jun 2007

The extradition request to Indian authorities was finally made last July and thus he was later arrested and is currently lodged in Delhi's Tihar Jail.

Know the Canadian 'bhais' of PM Modi?

Know the Canadian 'bhais' of PM Modi?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

Patrick Bhai and Stephen Bhai are old friends of Gujarat.

Another Indian arrested in Canada in Nijjar murder case

Another Indian arrested in Canada in Nijjar murder case

Rediff.com12 May 2024

Amardeep Singh, 22, a resident of Brampton, Surrey, and Abbotsford areas of Canada, has been charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder.

US charges against Adani could lead to arrest warrants: NY attorney

US charges against Adani could lead to arrest warrants: NY attorney

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

With the US filing civil and criminal charges against billionaire Gautam Adani and seven others over a multi-million-dollar bribery scheme, a prominent attorney here has said that the case could escalate significantly, potentially leading to arrest warrants and even extradition attempts. Adani, India's second-richest man, and seven others, including his nephew Sagar Adani, have been charged by the US Department of Justice with paying bribes to unidentified officials of state governments in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha to buy expensive solar power, potentially earning more than $2 billion in profit over 20 years.

T20 World Cup: All-rounder Saad Bin Zafar to lead Canada

T20 World Cup: All-rounder Saad Bin Zafar to lead Canada

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Canada will make its maiden appearance in the Men's T20 World Cup with all-rounder Saad Bin Zafar, a player of Pakistani origin, set to lead the side in the showpiece event to be held in the Americas.

Rublev sets up Auger-Aliassime final in Madrid

Rublev sets up Auger-Aliassime final in Madrid

Rediff.com4 May 2024

Rublev came into the tournament on a four-match losing streak, but has eased into the final, knocking out second seed Carlos Alcaraz on the way, and will face unseeded Canadian Auger-Aliassime for the title on Sunday.

Osaka in crisis! Splits with coach as ranking drops

Osaka in crisis! Splits with coach as ranking drops

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

Naomi Osaka has parted ways with coach Wim Fissette after four years together across two stints, the 26-year-old announced late on Friday.

Paralympics: Archer Rakesh knocked out in semi-finals

Paralympics: Archer Rakesh knocked out in semi-finals

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

Rakesh started on the backfoot with Ken pulling off a perfect first end shooting 30 out of 30, while the Indian dropped a point.

Russia says coach mistreated by Canadian, fears Games prejudice

Russia says coach mistreated by Canadian, fears Games prejudice

Rediff.com8 Feb 2018

Russia is banned from competing for their country due to an alleged state-backed doping scheme, but the International Olympics Committee (IOC) has allowed it to send so-called neutral athletes who have no history of drugs-cheating.

India woos Canadian investors

India woos Canadian investors

Rediff.com29 Aug 2005

Inviting Canadian entrepreneurs, India has said the country is fast emerging as an attractive destination for investors in various sectors especially in energy, information technology and biotechnology.

The Best Songs Of 2024

The Best Songs Of 2024

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Melodies that stayed on in the mind and memory are too few and far between. Except the ones that do make an impression are definitely worth celebrating for their refreshing style and substance.