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Brexit: An unlikely divorce?

Brexit: An unlikely divorce?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

The UK has had a complex relationship and checkered history with the EU.

G-20 rejects EU-US tariff cut formula

G-20 rejects EU-US tariff cut formula

Rediff.com7 May 2004

The G-20, a group of developing countries including India, on Friday dismissed as "unacceptable" a 'blended formula' of tariff reduction in agriculture, proposed by the United States and the European Commission.

Mauritius' plans to exit 'grey list' hits COVID roadblock

Mauritius' plans to exit 'grey list' hits COVID roadblock

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

The country was, in February, put on the list of jurisdictions that require increased monitoring. These are done to counter money-laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation financing in a more efficient manner.

Will SC order help Vijay Mallya in extradition case?

Will SC order help Vijay Mallya in extradition case?

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

A direction by Chief Justice of India S A Bobde, Justice B R Gavai, and Justice Surya Kant to the Karnataka high court asked the latter to expeditiously settle the matter of assets deposited before it by Mallya for liquidation, and thereby payment to creditors 'preferably not later than three months'. It will be interesting to see the view of the London high court, if the settlement of his dues to Indian creditors is imminent, reports Ashis Ray.

PM to discuss India's position on Ukraine during Europe visit

PM to discuss India's position on Ukraine during Europe visit

Rediff.com1 May 2022

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a tour of three European nations, India on Sunday once again called for the cessation of hostilities in Ukraine and resolution of the conflict through dialogue and diplomacy, noting that was an appreciation of its position on the crisis by its partner countries.

Sauber, Force India lodge complaints against Formula One

Sauber, Force India lodge complaints against Formula One

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

Second-tier Formula One teams Sauber and Force India lodged official complaints with the EU's competition regulator, alleging that the sport's governing body mismanages prize money.

The many battles that Amazon is fighting in India

The many battles that Amazon is fighting in India

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Among all the geographies where Amazon is fighting regulators, India is the only place where its lines are also tangled in a major corporate battle, this one with India's largest company by market capitalisation over the acquisition of Mumbai-based Future Group's retail chain, the country's second largest. No other corporate entity in any country offers a challenge to Amazon's hegemony in a way Reliance Industries does - and the final hearing of an arbitration case filed at the Singapore International Arbitration Centre between the two may decide at least some of these issues. This legal battle between one of the world's most powerful corporations and one of India's most powerful conglomerates could be complicated by a host of other developments.

Cameron issues last-minute appeal over Brexit

Cameron issues last-minute appeal over Brexit

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Their warning came on the last official day of campaigning before polling booths open at 7 am local time on Thursday with the final result expected early on Friday.

Indian Corporate Refugees Say 'Dasvidania' to Moscow

Indian Corporate Refugees Say 'Dasvidania' to Moscow

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

'If a stranger refuses to pet my Russian dog, what treatment can I expect for myself?'

UK to assist India in lifting mango import ban

UK to assist India in lifting mango import ban

Rediff.com20 Jun 2014

Indian may manage to export mangoes to the UK this year.

'Fine balance needed on market access for FTA'

'Fine balance needed on market access for FTA'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2013

Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma and European Union Trade Commissioner Karel De Gucht concluded another round of talks on Monday at the European Commission headquarters in Brussels, which the Commission said 'provided a renewed momentum to bring the negotiations forward'.

It's not just Volkswagen, more car makers to turn offenders

It's not just Volkswagen, more car makers to turn offenders

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

Some new EU cars, including Mercedes, BMW and Peugeot vehicles, were using around 50 percent more fuel than manufacturers claimed.

May admits no support for 3rd vote on Brexit bill

May admits no support for 3rd vote on Brexit bill

Rediff.com25 Mar 2019

In a statement to formally update parliament on her European Council meeting last week where the EU agreed to a short delay to the March 29 Brexit deadline, the British PM said she remained committed to "guarantee Brexit" even if it isn't as initially planned for this Friday and would continue to lobby MPs to get the support required for another vote on the withdrawal agreement agreed with the European Union.

Weak brand image hitting Indian exports

Weak brand image hitting Indian exports

Rediff.com20 Jun 2003

Weak brand image and poor marketing continues to affect the prospects of Indian exports to the European Union, a top official of the European Commission said in Chennai.

Britain's Theresa May wins confidence vote in leadership

Britain's Theresa May wins confidence vote in leadership

Rediff.com13 Dec 2018

Under the party's rules, May's leadership of the party cannot be challenged for at least a year now.

Germany, France press Greece to make fast, credible proposals

Germany, France press Greece to make fast, credible proposals

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

The crisis remains acute with the country's banks already closed.

Jugaad rocks! India is best for entrepreneurs

Jugaad rocks! India is best for entrepreneurs

Rediff.com24 Jun 2014

According to the Global Entrepreneurial Report India is the global leader for entrepreneurism.

Modi to visit Belgium, US and Saudi Arabia from March 30

Modi to visit Belgium, US and Saudi Arabia from March 30

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

Modi will embark on a three-nation tour beginning March 30 during which he will attend the crucial Nuclear Security Summit in Washington, India-EU Summit in Brussels and travel to Saudi Arabia, a key partner of India in the sensitive Gulf region.

Pak: Amid rigging claims, ballot boxes, papers found on roadside

Pak: Amid rigging claims, ballot boxes, papers found on roadside

Rediff.com29 Jul 2018

In Sialkot, people found five empty ballot boxes near Kashmir Park in the Cantonment area, the report said.

Send this guy your best mango recipe! :)

Send this guy your best mango recipe! :)

Rediff.com2 May 2014

Can your mango recipes lift the European Union's ban on the Alphonso?

Hope for 'open, inclusive' Islamic govt in Afghanistan: China

Hope for 'open, inclusive' Islamic govt in Afghanistan: China

Rediff.com16 Aug 2021

China on Monday expressed the hope that the Taliban will stand by its commitment of establishing an "open and inclusive" Islamic government in Afghanistan and will ensure a peaceful transition of power without violence and terrorism.

European Union to review air safety in India in November

European Union to review air safety in India in November

Rediff.com27 Sep 2014

FAA had downgraded India's safety ranking from category-II from -I after an audit revealed deficiencies in regulatory oversight.

Few lessons economies must learn from global crisis

Few lessons economies must learn from global crisis

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

The World War I had been triggered by an assassination in then relatively unknown Serbia.

The fight over VAT on diapers

The fight over VAT on diapers

Rediff.com19 Aug 2006

Football Extras: Is Bale unhappy at Real Madrid?

Football Extras: Is Bale unhappy at Real Madrid?

Rediff.com26 Feb 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

UK regulator approves Pfizer/BioNTech vaccines for 12-15 yr olds

UK regulator approves Pfizer/BioNTech vaccines for 12-15 yr olds

Rediff.com5 Jun 2021

The UK's medicines regulator on Friday approved the Pfizer/BioNTech coronavirus vaccine for 12 to 15 year olds.

'Taliban not involved in Kashmir violence'

'Taliban not involved in Kashmir violence'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

'It was always anticipated that the return of the Taliban would embolden armed Islamists including anti-India groups like the Lashkar and Jaish.'

Swipe left: British PM David Cameron joins dating app Tinder

Swipe left: British PM David Cameron joins dating app Tinder

Rediff.com17 May 2016

British Prime Minister David Cameron has signed up to the popular dating app Tinder in an attempt to connect with young voters ahead of the next month's referendum on the country's membership of the European Union.

UK race body against new migrant law

UK race body against new migrant law

Rediff.com7 Jun 2007

The Commission further noted, "We are of the clear belief that the Race Equality Impact assessment of the changes to the HSMP does not fully comply with the requirements of the Race Equality duty."

India looks at Commonwealth boost for small businesses

India looks at Commonwealth boost for small businesses

Rediff.com14 Mar 2017

For many years now, India has given the Commonwealth short shrift so its support for the Commonwealth trade initiative signals a renewed interest in the body.

Darjeeling Tea may get GI status in Europe

Darjeeling Tea may get GI status in Europe

Rediff.com26 Nov 2007

According to Darjeeling Tea Association, in 1986 the Darjeeling logo was created and registered in the UK, the US, Japan, Canada and Egypt, and under the Madrid Agreement also covering Germany, Austria, Spain, France, Portugal, Italy, Switzerland and former Yugoslavia.

An independent Scotland might lower the spirit of Scotch whisky lovers

An independent Scotland might lower the spirit of Scotch whisky lovers

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

A factor which would be key to Scotch consumers is the new currency an independent Scotland would go for .

Xi Plays Tibet Card, Appoints Hardliner

Xi Plays Tibet Card, Appoints Hardliner

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

Wang Junzheng, Tibet's new Communist party boss, is on a number of sanctions lists by the US, Britain, the EU and Canada, for his tough role in Xinjiang, aimed at China's Uyghur ethnic minority, observes Jayadeva Ranade, the retired senior RA&W officer and distinguished China expert.

Why Europen Union hosted lunch for Bihar's Nitish?

Why Europen Union hosted lunch for Bihar's Nitish?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2013

The European Union on Friday reached out to Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who is considered one of the important leaders from non-Bharatiya Janata Party opposition, ahead of next Lok Sabha polls.

Seeking a better life: Poignant images of migrants at the border

Seeking a better life: Poignant images of migrants at the border

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

Rediff.com brings you images of struggle and hope as migrants attempt to reach European countries.

How Euro-zone can exit from the present crisis

How Euro-zone can exit from the present crisis

Rediff.com25 Jul 2011

The EU is still an India in the making.

Bumpy diplomatic ride ahead for Biden

Bumpy diplomatic ride ahead for Biden

Rediff.com27 Jan 2021

The US is not going to be able to mount a concerted 'Western strategy' against China or Russia in the present international milieu, predicts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Facebook's lobbying practices in India may be probed before election

Facebook's lobbying practices in India may be probed before election

Rediff.com5 Mar 2019

The parliamentary committee on IT has recently been in the news for asking global representatives of Twitter, Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram to present their views on misuse of social media platforms and its impact on citizens.

India, Pakistan, Taliban On Same Page?

India, Pakistan, Taliban On Same Page?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2021

Delhi has come to accept the Taliban takeover in Kabul as a reality and seems increasingly unsure of its dogmatic view of the Taliban as a mere proxy of the Pakistani military and security establishment, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Tata Steel to axe 1,050 UK jobs in global steel crisis fallout

Tata Steel to axe 1,050 UK jobs in global steel crisis fallout

Rediff.com18 Jan 2016

European Union steel prices hit their lowest since 2004