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Ahead of meeting with Trump, Kim promises to halt nuclear, missile tests

Ahead of meeting with Trump, Kim promises to halt nuclear, missile tests

Rediff.com21 Apr 2018

However, Kim gave no indication of Pyongyang willing to give up its nuclear weapons

China, Pak tensions push India into world's top five defence spenders

China, Pak tensions push India into world's top five defence spenders

Rediff.com2 May 2018

India spent USD 63.9 billion on its military in 2017, an increase of 5.5 per cent compared with 2016 and of 45 per cent since 2008.

Why did a US senator warn Modi against Putin?

Why did a US senator warn Modi against Putin?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

'Washington senses that the anchor sheet of India's strategic autonomy lies in its longstanding partnership with Russia, which remains firm and immutable despite the changes in world politics in the post-Cold War era,' notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.<

India to enhance economic ties with East Europe

India to enhance economic ties with East Europe

Rediff.com11 Dec 2002

India on Wednesday asked for enhanced economic ties with Central and East European countries.

Study proposes lockdown strategy: 50 days on, 30 off

Study proposes lockdown strategy: 50 days on, 30 off

Rediff.com21 May 2020

Such measures are effective at slowing disease spread and preventing health systems becoming overwhelmed, they can also lead to job losses and social disruption, noted the study, published in the European Journal of Epidemiology.

50-day lockdown, 30 days off could help contain COVID-19: Report

50-day lockdown, 30 days off could help contain COVID-19: Report

Rediff.com20 May 2020

Since no effective treatments or vaccine for COVID-19 is available, reducing virus transmission via measures like isolating suspected infected individuals, school closures, and lockdowns are crucial, according to the researchers, including Rajiv Chowdhury from the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom.

UK Muslims urged to reject Labour

UK Muslims urged to reject Labour

Rediff.com31 May 2004

The Muslim Association of Britain urges members not to vote Labour at next week's European elections.

The damage Pompeo is causing to US interests

The damage Pompeo is causing to US interests

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

BWith a distracted president brooding in the White House, Pompeo seems to think his day has come. He seems to be pushing a personal agenda before a target audience in America, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Markets settle the day flat as investors await Fed policy decision

Markets settle the day flat as investors await Fed policy decision

Rediff.com2 May 2017

HDFC, ONGC, Maruti Suzuki, HeroMoto Corp and Bajaj Auto gained the most on BSE Sensex

Report sees India's coronavirus toll topping China's

Report sees India's coronavirus toll topping China's

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

India tops this list, with 3.7 million deaths, and China comes a close second with 2.8 million deaths. In all the four scenarios outlined, India tops China in the number of fatalities. Scenario 6 is the worst, and predicts more than 16 million deaths in India and 12 million in China.

Antarctica in photos: What the end of the world looks like

Antarctica in photos: What the end of the world looks like

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

Get ready to pack your bags!

Soccer: Fletcher joins Manchester United's coaching staff

Soccer: Fletcher joins Manchester United's coaching staff

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

City's Guardiola defends Mendy after COVID protocol breach.

Football: Champions League to deliver more drama

Football: Champions League to deliver more drama

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

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

Carbon credit prices rise 20%

Carbon credit prices rise 20%

Rediff.com8 Jul 2010

In mid-May, the European Commission released 2009 data showing carbon emission in the region had fallen 11 per cent over last year, to 1.873 billion tonnes.

Uruguay play for South American pride

Uruguay play for South American pride

Rediff.com6 Jul 2010

Being South America's only survivors in the World Cup has given extra impetus to Uruguay's bid to re-live the glory of their nation's past heroes who lifted two trophies in 1930 and 1950, players said on Sunday.

PIX: Ronaldo nets 700th career goal; France held by Turkey

PIX: Ronaldo nets 700th career goal; France held by Turkey

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

Ukraine advanced to the Euro 2020 finals after an impressive first half helped them to a 2-1 home win over Portugal, whose talismanic captain Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 700th career goal.

Another terror attack on India will be 'extremely problematic': US to Pak

Another terror attack on India will be 'extremely problematic': US to Pak

Rediff.com21 Mar 2019

'We need to see Pakistan taking concrete and sustained action to reign in the terrorist groups'

South Korea allows mango exports from India

South Korea allows mango exports from India

Rediff.com20 Mar 2017

Mangoes from India are popular in the Middle East, the Far East, the United States and European countries.

Soccer Extras: Former Uruguay star Forlan announces retirement

Soccer Extras: Former Uruguay star Forlan announces retirement

Rediff.com7 Aug 2019

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

219 bodies retrieved from MH17 crash site

219 bodies retrieved from MH17 crash site

Rediff.com20 Jul 2014

Ukrainian investigators have found 196 bodies at the crash site where a Malaysian passenger plane carrying 298 people was brought down by a missile in pro-Russia rebels-held eastern part of the country.

JLR says it's business as usual; Tata Group stocks hit hard

JLR says it's business as usual; Tata Group stocks hit hard

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

'Jaguar Land Rover will manage the long-term impact and implications of this decision.'

Sikorsky bags Navy's Rs 6000 cr deal for 16 multi-role helicopters

Sikorsky bags Navy's Rs 6000 cr deal for 16 multi-role helicopters

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

United States manufacturer Sikorsky has bagged a Rs 6,000-crore contract for supplying 16 multi-role helicopters to the Indian Navy.

Sikorsky bags Navy's Rs 6000 cr deal for 16 multi-role helicopters

Sikorsky bags Navy's Rs 6000 cr deal for 16 multi-role helicopters

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

United States manufacturer Sikorsky has bagged a Rs 6,000-crore contract for supplying 16 multi-role helicopters to the Indian Navy.

'Amul is India's biggest FMCG company'

'Amul is India's biggest FMCG company'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

'We plan to touch Rs 1 trillion of Amul brand's turnover in the next five years.'

Brexit keeps India Inc, markets on the edge

Brexit keeps India Inc, markets on the edge

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

The referendum will have long-term implications for Indian companies, which earn a substantial portion of revenue from the region.

Reducing Indo-Pak tension key takeaway from G7: US

Reducing Indo-Pak tension key takeaway from G7: US

Rediff.com27 Aug 2019

Modi, flanked by Trump, on Monday categorically rejected any scope for third party mediation on Kashmir.

72% Indian firms eye radical change

72% Indian firms eye radical change

Rediff.com8 Jun 2009

Using the global downturn as an opportunity, seven in every 10 Indian companies are planning radical changes to their business models in the next decade, while many European businesses are still undecided on their response to the recessionary conditions.

Euro zone: Growth slips; GDP expands 0.1%

Euro zone: Growth slips; GDP expands 0.1%

Rediff.com12 Feb 2010

Signalling that the region's economic recovery is weak, the December quarter figures also come at a time when the euro area is grappling with spiraling debt crisis in Greece. In the third quarter of 2009, euro zone GDP rose 0.4 per cent.

Formula One returns to France after 10-year absence

Formula One returns to France after 10-year absence

Rediff.com5 Dec 2016

The French Formula One Grand Prix will return in 2018 after a 10-year absence with the race scheduled to take place at the Circuit Paul Ricard in southern France, regional politician Christian Estrosi said.

'My son wants to pursue aerospace engineering in the US'

'My son wants to pursue aerospace engineering in the US'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2017

Overseas education consultant NNS Chandra shares advice on entrance examinations, admission procedures at international universities.

US threatens Iran with the 'strongest sanctions in history'

US threatens Iran with the 'strongest sanctions in history'

Rediff.com21 May 2018

He said the US will apply other punitive measures if Tehran does not give up its reported goal of developing nuclear weapons.

2020: Equities will remain in favour

2020: Equities will remain in favour

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

Amid slowing growth and low interest rates, investors will need to focus on stock-picking, suggests John Remmert.

'WADA not fit for purpose, should be replaced'

'WADA not fit for purpose, should be replaced'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2018

The World Anti-Doping Agency is not fit for purpose and should be replaced, Britain's double Olympic decathlon champion Daley Thompson has said following its decision last month to lift a ban on Russia's anti-doping body.

New FTAs may overtake India's auto plan

New FTAs may overtake India's auto plan

Rediff.com5 Aug 2009

The AMP has been crafted by both the government and industry bodies, laying out a road map for India.

'Morpho hackers target Apple, Facebook, Twitter'

'Morpho hackers target Apple, Facebook, Twitter'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2015

The gang, which Symantec calls Morpho, is financially motivated.

Something's brewing here! Mangalyaan tweets pic of dust storm on Mars

Something's brewing here! Mangalyaan tweets pic of dust storm on Mars

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

India's Mars orbiter has sent a picture of regional dust storm activities over the northern hemisphere of the red planet, Indian Space Research Organisation said on Monday.

Real threat to Pak is Taliban not India: Zardari

Real threat to Pak is Taliban not India: Zardari

Rediff.com24 Jun 2009

'I do not consider India a military threat. The question is that India has the capability. Capability is what matters. With regard to intention, I think we both have our good intentions. India is a reality, Pakistan is a reality, but Taliban is a threat, an international threat, to our way of life,' The Daily Times quoted Zardari as saying.

Gold zooms to new record high of Rs 19,050

Gold zooms to new record high of Rs 19,050

Rediff.com1 Jun 2010

Bullion in the Asian region gained as much as 0.5 per cent to $1,222.47 an ounce, its highest level since May 19, as the euro extended its 2.4 per cent decline against the dollar last week.

British Airways offers up to 50% off on select flights from India

British Airways offers up to 50% off on select flights from India

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

Domestic carriers, including newly-launched AirAsia India and regional airline Costa too have lowered their fares through these offers

How India can leash nuclear monsters in our neighbourhood

How India can leash nuclear monsters in our neighbourhood

Rediff.com22 Feb 2018

'Only when India's adversaries are convinced that India has both the necessary political and military will and the hardware to respond to a nuclear strike with punitive retaliation that will inflict unacceptable loss of human life and unprecedented material damage, will they be deterred,' says Brigadier Gurmeet Kanwal (retd).