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Mass grave of over 440 bodies found in Ukraine's recaptured city

Mass grave of over 440 bodies found in Ukraine's recaptured city

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Zelenskyy has put the blame on Russia and drew a chilling comparison of the new mass graves to what was discovered in Bucha, on the outskirts of the capital Kyiv.

India 8th out of 63 on climate combat list

India 8th out of 63 on climate combat list

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

India rose two spots to rank eighth out of 63 countries in the Climate Change Performance Index 2023 (CCPI). In the Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Energy Use categories, the country was rated "high". In the Climate Policy and Renewable Energy categories, it earned a "medium" rating.

India poised for more durable growth than ever, says finance ministry

India poised for more durable growth than ever, says finance ministry

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

India appears poised to sustain its growth in a more durable way than before with the economy carrying the momentum from FY23 into the current fiscal year, the Annual Economic Review for 2022-23 released by the finance ministry on Thursday said. However, the report cautioned that escalation of geopolitical stress, enhanced volatility in global financial systems, sharp price correction in global stock markets, a high magnitude of El-Nino impact, and modest trade activity and FDI inflows, are factors that could constrain the pace of growth. "Should these developments deepen and dampen growth in the subsequent quarters, the external sector may challenge India's growth outlook for FY24," the finance ministry said.

Delegation of EU MPs in Kashmir to assess ground situation

Delegation of EU MPs in Kashmir to assess ground situation

Rediff.com29 Oct 2019

The team originally comprised 27 parliamentarians, mostly from extreme right or right wing parties, but four did not travel to Kashmir and have reportedly returned to their respective countries, officials said.

Insult to the people: Cong on EU MPs in Kashmir

Insult to the people: Cong on EU MPs in Kashmir

Rediff.com29 Oct 2019

The Congress on Tuesday stepped up its attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party government for allowing European Union MPs to visit Kashmir while denying permission to Indian parliamentarians, and termed it a "national embarrassment".

China backs resolution for probe into coronavirus origin

China backs resolution for probe into coronavirus origin

Rediff.com18 May 2020

India is among 120 countries which backed the draft resolution put forward by the European Union and several other countries.

Russia to withdraw troops from Ukraine's Kherson

Russia to withdraw troops from Ukraine's Kherson

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

Notably, Ukrainian forces disabling bridges across the Dnipro river and attacking Russian supply lines made it very difficult for Russia to defend the occupied territory.

Pak may exit FATF's grey list on Friday after 4 years

Pak may exit FATF's grey list on Friday after 4 years

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

Pakistan was put in the inglorious list in 2018 for its failure to check risk of money laundering, leading to corruption and terror financing.

Brexit: UK to launch process for leaving EU by March 2017

Brexit: UK to launch process for leaving EU by March 2017

Rediff.com2 Oct 2016

May confirmed the deadline for triggering Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty, which sets in place a two-year process of Brexit, as the first quarter of next year.

Parliament rejects Johnson's second bid for snap polls

Parliament rejects Johnson's second bid for snap polls

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

Following the vote, Johnson attacked the opposition parties, asserting they wanted to delay Brexit again.

32 stocks tide over Brexit woes, hit all-time high

32 stocks tide over Brexit woes, hit all-time high

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

Since UK referendum outcome to exit European Union last Friday, 32 companies have hit record highs.

India eyes sugar export to EU

India eyes sugar export to EU

Rediff.com4 Jun 2007

Falling sugar production in the European countries would provide an excellent opportunity for Indian sugar exports to the European Union market, says a top government official.

Serum applies for EU Covishield nod through AstraZeneca

Serum applies for EU Covishield nod through AstraZeneca

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

We have applied for marketing authorisation to the EMA through AstraZeneca. We will not sell the vaccine in the EU, said a company source.

Why Covishield Production Has Resumed

Why Covishield Production Has Resumed

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

'I understand some people are comfortable getting a Covishield shot as their third dose.'

Europa League: Big win for Liverpool

Europa League: Big win for Liverpool

Rediff.com27 Oct 2023

Jose Mourinho's side top Group G with a maximum nine points, three clear of second-placed Slavia.

Most powerful country looked on from distance: Ukraine Prez

Most powerful country looked on from distance: Ukraine Prez

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

'Russia was hit with sanctions yesterday, but these are not enough to get these foreign troops off our soil. Only through solidarity and determination can this be achieved'

Brexit or not: Counting underway in UK's historic EU referendum

Brexit or not: Counting underway in UK's historic EU referendum

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Counting is under way in a referendum that will decide whether the UK remains a member of the European Union.

UK engg grad charged with murder of Indian-origin teen, 2 others

UK engg grad charged with murder of Indian-origin teen, 2 others

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

The Nottinghamshire police said Valdo Calocane has also been charged with three counts of attempted murder of three victims injured in the attack and will appear at Nottingham Crown Court on Saturday.

Euro PICS: Georgia stun Portugal, qualify for last 16

Euro PICS: Georgia stun Portugal, qualify for last 16

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

Images from the Euro 2024 Group F matches between Georgia and Portugal; Czechia and Turkey in Germany on Wednesday.

'International factors are a bigger risk to equity markets'

'International factors are a bigger risk to equity markets'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

'Higher than expected inflation in the US or the European Union, faster than expected tightening by the major central banks, break out of a war in Europe, and withdrawal of portfolio equities from the emerging markets are factors which can result in equity market corrections.'

Real Madrid say they will play in Club World Cup

Real Madrid say they will play in Club World Cup

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Real Madrid said their participation in the tournament was never in question.

A Bloody Cake And A Skull For Putin

A Bloody Cake And A Skull For Putin

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

Russia's invasion of Ukraine a year ago brought death to thousands of soldiers and civilians while millions of Ukrainians have been displaced. It has brought death, destruction and hardship to the country.

20 civilians injured in grenade attack in Kashmir

20 civilians injured in grenade attack in Kashmir

Rediff.com28 Oct 2019

The attack comes a day before a delegation of European Union MPs is visiting the Valley.

Brexit bill crosses UK Parliament finish line

Brexit bill crosses UK Parliament finish line

Rediff.com23 Jan 2020

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirmed in a statement on Thursday that the European Union Withdrawal Agreement Bill has cleared its parliamentary stages and is now awaiting Royal Assent by Queen Elizabeth II before it goes on for EU ratification.

Will India manage to grow at 6.8% in FY24?

Will India manage to grow at 6.8% in FY24?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

The external environment has worsened further. While the Finnish economy entered into a recession, Swedish economic growth also dipped. The Finnish gross domestic product (GDP) dropped 0.6 per cent in October-December, 2022. It was the second quarter of negative growth, which is a technical definition of recession.

Indian diplomat writes anthem for SAARC

Indian diplomat writes anthem for SAARC

Rediff.com3 Dec 2013

After the European Union and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, the eight-member South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation could soon have an anthem after an Indian diplomat in Kathmandu penned a song for the grouping to foster deeper regional consciousness.

US lauds India's role in G20 declaration of 'today's era isn't of war'

US lauds India's role in G20 declaration of 'today's era isn't of war'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2022

The members of the grouping made it clear that they were against the use or threat of use of nuclear weapons and sought "peaceful resolution of conflicts."

India to host G20 summit in 2023; Goyal appointed Sherpa

India to host G20 summit in 2023; Goyal appointed Sherpa

Rediff.com7 Sep 2021

Making the announcement, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Tuesday that India will hold the G20 presidency from December 1, 2022, and will convene the G20 leaders' summit in 2023 for the first time.

A third of Karzai votes are suspect: EU monitors

A third of Karzai votes are suspect: EU monitors

Rediff.com17 Sep 2009

In a news conference just hours before the pre-audited results were released, the European Union monitors said they believed that the tally included 1.5 million suspicious ballots, or more than one of every four votes cast.

How Space Travel Can Unite The World

How Space Travel Can Unite The World

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

All progress in space should excite us and encourage us to be optimists about a better future for our planet and all of us, asserts Aakar Patel.

Brexit deal crushed in historic defeat, May to face no-confidence vote

Brexit deal crushed in historic defeat, May to face no-confidence vote

Rediff.com16 Jan 2019

The Withdrawal Agreement was rejected by 432 votes to 202 - a majority of 230, the biggest defeat ever suffered by a British premier in modern history.

Indian steel sector flags Chinese imports, wants 'trade distortions' fixed

Indian steel sector flags Chinese imports, wants 'trade distortions' fixed

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

Worried by a spike in Chinese imports, the Indian Steel Association (ISA) plans to take up the matter with the government and seek measures to fix "trade distortions". Alok Sahay, secretary general of the group that represents the country's steel producers, said systemic changes were needed. "In order to take any trade measure, it takes a minimum of 15 months' time, due to prevalence of lesser duty rule in India, making India an easy target. "We are going to write to the government on this," he said.

Now, EU asks Pak to bring 26/11 culprits to book

Now, EU asks Pak to bring 26/11 culprits to book

Rediff.com10 Dec 2010

The European Union on Friday joined India in pressing Pakistan to "expeditiously" bring the perpetrators, authors and accomplices of the 26/11 terror attacks to justice, as they expressed concern at the "continuing existence" of safe havens, including in the cross-border dimension.

Government, RBI monitoring Brexit fallout, taking 'calibrated' steps

Government, RBI monitoring Brexit fallout, taking 'calibrated' steps

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

Last month, in a historic development, the UK voted to leave the European Union.

India remains world's top arms importer, Russia main supplier, says SIPRI

India remains world's top arms importer, Russia main supplier, says SIPRI

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Russia continued as India's main arms supplier, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute said.

Why Ireland is on the verge of collapse

Why Ireland is on the verge of collapse

Rediff.com23 Nov 2010

Just when you thought that the world was slowly slipping away from the crippling recession that had it in its vice-like grip since 2008, here comes the Irish economic crisis.

'EU monitors free to visit Pak to oversee polls'

'EU monitors free to visit Pak to oversee polls'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2008

Addressing the European Union Parliament, Musharraf said, "We are as concerned with democracy as you are. I assure you that elections will be fair and peaceful".

Modi unveils Mahatma's statue at site of world's first N-attack

Modi unveils Mahatma's statue at site of world's first N-attack

Rediff.com20 May 2023

The location of the bust of Gandhi has been chosen as a mark of solidarity for peace and non-violence.

Modi lands in Hiroshima, expected to meet over two dozen world leaders

Modi lands in Hiroshima, expected to meet over two dozen world leaders

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the Japanese city of Hiroshima on Friday to attend the annual summit of the G7 grouping and the third in-person Quad leaders' meeting during which he will exchange views with world leaders on global challenges and discuss ways to collectively address them.

Is India's NavIC Better Than GPS?

Is India's NavIC Better Than GPS?

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

NavIC consists of a constellation of seven satellites and a network of ground stations and is touted to be more accurate than GPS.