News for 'First Round Table Conference'

What Gandhi's Passport Application Looked Like

What Gandhi's Passport Application Looked Like

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Gandhi's 1931 passport for his travel to London was issued in Bombay. It was the last time the Mahatma travelled abroad.

At Home With The Most Famous Indian

At Home With The Most Famous Indian

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

For 17 years, Mani Bhavan was Gandhi's Bombay home and nerve centre of the freedom movement.

'Anything is possible': Cape Verde's fairytale run continues at World Cup

'Anything is possible': Cape Verde's fairytale run continues at World Cup

Rediff.com27 Jun 2026

Cape Verde, a tiny island nation, has made history by advancing to the round of 32 in the FIFA World Cup.

How The World Cup Is Fueling California's Soccer Growth

How The World Cup Is Fueling California's Soccer Growth

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

The San Jose Earthquakes, despite their strong season, are making way for the U.S. national team as California hosts World Cup knockout matches. This event is seen as a significant opportunity to showcase soccer's global appeal and accelerate its growth in the state, which already boasts a thriving football culture driven by its diverse population and numerous professional teams.

England Receive Saka Boost Before High-Stakes World Cup Test Against Ghana

England Receive Saka Boost Before High-Stakes World Cup Test Against Ghana

Rediff.com23 Jun 2026

England coach Thomas Tuchel confirmed Bukayo Saka is fully fit and available for the World Cup clash against Ghana, while also voicing concerns that FIFA's mandatory hydration breaks are disrupting the flow and identity of football.

21-hour US-Iran talks fail, ceasefire hangs in balance

21-hour US-Iran talks fail, ceasefire hangs in balance

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Direct talks between the US and Iran, mediated by Pakistan, have failed to produce an agreement after 21 hours of negotiations, with disagreements over Iran's nuclear ambitions and sanctions proving insurmountable.

US-Iran: The Weekend Has Left The World In A More Dangerous Place

US-Iran: The Weekend Has Left The World In A More Dangerous Place

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The ceasefire is still technically holding, to the extent that no overt hostilities have been reported yet, but the rhetoric has hardened dangerously. The week ahead will also clarify whether the Islamabad failure was a negotiating tactic or whether Washington has genuinely locked itself into a position from which the only exits are climb-down, escalation, or the slow bleed of a new status quo that nobody chose and nobody controls. Prem Panicker continues his must read blog on the Iran War.

AIFF scrambles for ISL solution as time runs out!

AIFF scrambles for ISL solution as time runs out!

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

AIFF asks clubs to confirm participation in delayed ISL

No trade deal as Modi didn't call Trump: US commerce secy

No trade deal as Modi didn't call Trump: US commerce secy

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick claims a trade deal with India failed because Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not call then-President Donald Trump, despite requests.

Ex-Army Men Seek To Maintain Vijay Stambh

Ex-Army Men Seek To Maintain Vijay Stambh

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

The Mahars have a historical connection with this victory pillar.

Nepal rebels, government say talks cordial

Nepal rebels, government say talks cordial

Rediff.com28 Apr 2003

'We presented our agenda for a round table conference, an interim government and a constituent assembly,' Krishna Bahadur Mahara, one of the rebel negotiators, said.

When Will Vijay Smell The Coffee?

When Will Vijay Smell The Coffee?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

TVK cadres are worried, the leadership looks weak, and the party is not fully prepared for the 2026 elections, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Cold handshake, hot words: Townsend, Ostapenko clash at US Open

Cold handshake, hot words: Townsend, Ostapenko clash at US Open

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'She told me I had no class, I have no education and to see what happens when we get outside the US.'

The Maharaja Who Asked The British To Quit India

The Maharaja Who Asked The British To Quit India

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

When he stood to speak for the princes, he surprised the British when he declared, 'The breeze is blowing from east to west. It will uproot and blow off the British. It is my earnest request to my British friends to now quit India respectfully'.

Sharath Kamal to Retire After WTT Contender Chennai

Sharath Kamal to Retire After WTT Contender Chennai

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

Indian table tennis legend A Sharath Kamal has announced that the WTT Contender Chennai, scheduled for March 25-30, will be his last tournament as a professional athlete.

PIX: Record-breaking Kane crowned Bundesliga's top scorer

PIX: Record-breaking Kane crowned Bundesliga's top scorer

Rediff.com18 May 2025

A round-up of Saturday's action the Bundesliga, Ligue 1

Coaching comes naturally to high IQ Murray: Djokovic

Coaching comes naturally to high IQ Murray: Djokovic

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

While forthcoming with Murray, Djokovic was in no mood to elaborate on comments that he had been fed poisoned food while in detention during the 2022 Australian Open visa saga.

Satyam eyes Caribbean mart

Satyam eyes Caribbean mart

Rediff.com1 Jul 2005

What's Pushing India-US Ties To Breaking Point?

What's Pushing India-US Ties To Breaking Point?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

The deal fell through over unresolved disagreements over contentious issues, mainly on agriculture and automotive sector tariffs.

Will Dr Singh find a solution for Kashmir?

Will Dr Singh find a solution for Kashmir?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2006

The Hurriyat Conference and other major separatist groups will boycott the conference.

Hurriyat wants to meet PM

Hurriyat wants to meet PM

Rediff.com25 Apr 2006

The moderate Hurriyat Conference will participate in the second round table in Srinagar in May provided it is first called for a one-on-one with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, amalgam sources said Tuesday.

Manmohan Singh on India's growth story

Manmohan Singh on India's growth story

Rediff.com14 Mar 2007

Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh said that India has registered an economic growth over 8 per cent in last three years.

Here's why Pep HATES new Champions League format

Here's why Pep HATES new Champions League format

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is not entirely sold on the new Champions League format

Timeline: 1885 to 1947

Timeline: 1885 to 1947

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

Some major events that occurred from 1885, when the Indian National Congress was formed, till August 15, 1947, when India achieved Independence.

What C P Radhakrishnan's Choice Means For Modi, BJP

What C P Radhakrishnan's Choice Means For Modi, BJP

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

By naming a sworn swayamsevak for vice president, the Modi-Shah duo have sent out a clear and positive message to Nagpur, where the RSS headquarters is located, explains N Sathiya Moorthy.

PIX: Barcelona extend LaLiga lead; Bayern, Dortmund draw

PIX: Barcelona extend LaLiga lead; Bayern, Dortmund draw

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

A summary of Saturday's action in LaLiga, Bundesliga and Serie A.

Crowds absent despite South Africa's Test success

Crowds absent despite South Africa's Test success

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

South Africa's two-test series success over Sri Lanka on Monday catapulted them to first place in the World Test Championship and put them firmly on course for next year's final in what would have been unthinkable less than a year ago.

PIX: Barcelona's smashing comeback; Juventus lose

PIX: Barcelona's smashing comeback; Juventus lose

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Barcelona's Ferran Torres scored twice to help secure a late 4-2 comeback win at Atletico Madrid in a pulsating LaLiga clash on Sunday.

PIX: Inter Milan, PSG extend lead at the top

PIX: Inter Milan, PSG extend lead at the top

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

A summary of Saturday's action in the Serie A, Ligue 1 and Bundesliga

INDIA disturbs Modi, name change panic reaction by govt, says Rahul in Belgium

INDIA disturbs Modi, name change panic reaction by govt, says Rahul in Belgium

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Gandhi also said such controversies seem to play out every time his party raises concerns of "crony capitalism".

Champions League PIX: Inter down Arsenal; Barca win

Champions League PIX: Inter down Arsenal; Barca win

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

IMAGES from the Champions League matches played on Wednesday.

PIX: Real Madrid snatch comeback win; Arsenal survive!

PIX: Real Madrid snatch comeback win; Arsenal survive!

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

Real Madrid fought back from two goals down as Vinicius Jr grabbed a hat-trick in a thrilling 5-2 win over visitors Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League.

BJP scores surprise hat-trick in Haryana; NC-Cong wrest J-K

BJP scores surprise hat-trick in Haryana; NC-Cong wrest J-K

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday clinched a stunning hat-trick win in Haryana overcoming anti-incumbency and dashing Congress' hopes of a comeback while the National Conference-Congress combine pulled off a spectacular victory in maiden elections in Jammu and Kashmir after abrogation of Article 370 in 2019.

SEE: Shami, Sheetal receive Arjuna awards

SEE: Shami, Sheetal receive Arjuna awards

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Shami was there to receive the honours. He took 24 wickets in seven World Cup games last year.

Norris-Verstappen battle heats up as Texas beckons

Norris-Verstappen battle heats up as Texas beckons

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Red Bull make changes to car after discussions with FIA

'Hamid Ansari Defeated Pakistan's Intent In UN And Today You Are Questioning Him?'

'Hamid Ansari Defeated Pakistan's Intent In UN And Today You Are Questioning Him?'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

'Every Indian knows why the BJP is targeting Hamid Ansari.'

India, Thailand set to boost trade

India, Thailand set to boost trade

Rediff.com31 Jul 2004

Biden tweets on 'most consequential' US-India friendship, Modi replies

Biden tweets on 'most consequential' US-India friendship, Modi replies

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Modi's visit saw India and the US signing several major deals to boost cooperation in key areas such as defence, space and trade.

My Days With The Mahatma

My Days With The Mahatma

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

'The sudden arrests and detentions of all Working Committee members led to mass satyagraha.' 'I found myself helpless as the source of my income, from which I sent a portion to my parents in the village, had suddenly stopped.'

Building bridges between Canada and India

Building bridges between Canada and India

Rediff.com20 Jun 2007

Candian Prime Minister Stephen Harper invited a group of 16 Indo-Canadian business leaders and professionals for a round table discussion on June 14.