News for 'Foreign Ministerial'

Chinese media warns Japan against forming 'united front' with India

Chinese media warns Japan against forming 'united front' with India

Rediff.com2 Sep 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's remarks in Japan of an "expansionist" mindset of some countries have riled the Chinese official media which said the Indian leader is more "intimate with Tokyo emotionally".

A house for Dr Ambedkar in the UK

A house for Dr Ambedkar in the UK

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

'If the museum in his memory inspires and instils among Brahminical British Indians an attitude of equality towards Dalits, the edifice would be worth it,' reports Ashis Ray.

Modi seek answers from UPA on 26/11 revelations by ex-home sec

Modi seek answers from UPA on 26/11 revelations by ex-home sec

Rediff.com27 Nov 2013

Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi on Wednesday sought answers from the United Progressive Alliance citing an interview of former central Home Secretary Ram Pradhan which said he had told the then Home Minister about a local mole who allegedly helped carry out 26/11 attacks.

Will 'Na Khaane Doonga' PM allow corruption of high office?

Will 'Na Khaane Doonga' PM allow corruption of high office?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2015

A Union minister and a chief minister stand accused of corrupting their office. If Prime Minister Narendra Modi lets them continue, he will have broken his election promise substantively, says Aakar Patel.

Naidu shares stage with Modi; alliance on the cards?

Naidu shares stage with Modi; alliance on the cards?

Rediff.com2 Oct 2013

Amid reports that Telugu Desam Party is cosying up to National Democratic Alliance, party chief N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday shared the stage with Bharatiya Janata Party's Prime Ministerial candidate Narendra Modi at a programme in New Delhi and heaped praise on the erstwhile Atal Bihari Vajpayee government.

Govt to work out specific action plan for 'Make in India'

Govt to work out specific action plan for 'Make in India'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2014

The manufacturing sector now contributes about 16-17 per cent to the GDP

Manmohan has left behind no legacy: Natwar Singh

Manmohan has left behind no legacy: Natwar Singh

Rediff.com1 Aug 2014

Manmohan Singh's reign as prime minister has been severely criticised by his former ministerial colleague Natwar Singh, who says he leaves no legacy after being in power for 10 years.

Prepared militarily if North Korea launches missile: US

Prepared militarily if North Korea launches missile: US

Rediff.com18 Aug 2017

The US' strong assertion comes days after President Donald Trump pledged to answer further aggression from North Korea with "fire and fury".

JuD supporters try to cross into Kashmir with aid for protesters, blocked

JuD supporters try to cross into Kashmir with aid for protesters, blocked

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

Saeed said Pakistan government has added insult to the wounds of Kashmiris by welcoming Singh.

Govt in knots over dams in Uttarakhand

Govt in knots over dams in Uttarakhand

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

Ministry wanted a halt to new dams, but AG now says matter to be decided by PMO

Modiji, step on accelerator, or people will throw you out, says Rahul

Modiji, step on accelerator, or people will throw you out, says Rahul

Rediff.com8 Nov 2015

Congress vice president asks PM to stop foreign tours and meet farmers.

PM reviews infra sectors; New civil aviation policy on anvil

PM reviews infra sectors; New civil aviation policy on anvil

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

Modi directed strict monitoring of projects, based on monthly completion of targets.

Meet Priti Patel, the first desi woman minister in Cameron cabinet

Meet Priti Patel, the first desi woman minister in Cameron cabinet

Rediff.com11 May 2015

Britain's Prime Minister David Cameron on Monday promoted one of its most prominent Indian-origin MPs Priti Patel by making her the new employment minister, as he unveiled the first all-Conservative cabinet in nearly 20 years with his top four aides retaining their previous portfolios

Over-taxation restraining high growth in aviation sector

Over-taxation restraining high growth in aviation sector

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

Indian carriers are expected to double their fleet size by 2020 to 1,000 aircraft by 2020, promising a huge opportunity for the maintenance, repair and overhaul business.

'If US can negotiate with Iran, why can't it talk to Modi?'

'If US can negotiate with Iran, why can't it talk to Modi?'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2014

Retired senior US diplomats Teresita and Howard Schaffer believe the 'US cannot afford to continue restricting its contacts with Narendra Modi.' Rediff.com's Aziz Haniffa reports from Washington, DC.

Resolution calls on US govt to continue denying visa to Modi

Resolution calls on US govt to continue denying visa to Modi

Rediff.com19 Nov 2013

A bipartisan Congressional resolution has been introduced in the House of Representatives calling on the US government to continue the policy of denying a visa to BJP's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi on the grounds of religious freedom violations.

UK seeks to capitalise on 'achhe din'

UK seeks to capitalise on 'achhe din'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs William Hague and Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osbourne, heading the largest business and ministerial delegation ever, arrived in Mumbai, their first port of call, during a two-day visit to the country.

Govt clears Wipro proposal to set up SEZ in Andhra

Govt clears Wipro proposal to set up SEZ in Andhra

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

The decision regarding this was taken by the Board of Approval in its meeting on September 18.

Modi attacks Khurshid over remarks against EC, SC

Modi attacks Khurshid over remarks against EC, SC

Rediff.com15 Mar 2014

The Bharatiya Janata Party's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi on Friday attacked External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid for his criticism of the Election Commission and the Supreme Court, accusing him of denigrating the country's two most respected institutions on the foreign soil.

Some people feel being part of govt important: Chavan on Rahul

Some people feel being part of govt important: Chavan on Rahul

Rediff.com13 Apr 2014

Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan says government experience is viewed as important in some quarters, but he does not know if Rahul Gandhi joining the government after 2009 elections would have been better for Congress' prospects in the Lok Sabha polls.

How Balakot won Modi 2019 election

How Balakot won Modi 2019 election

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

'I will need a few more pictures, sir, can I get some time from you for a more extended photo shoot?' asked Singh. Modi, ever-obliging before the camera, laughed. 'Sure, but let us plan to do it after my swearing-in is over in May!' The Balakot effect was evident. A fascinating excerpt from Rajdeep Sardesai's 2019: How Modi Won India.

Why RBI should curb rise in rupee

Why RBI should curb rise in rupee

Rediff.com17 Mar 2014

The disturbing aspect about the fall is that it comes as the US and European economies are relatively more stable and improving

India denies mistreating Sartaz Aziz, says it was a gracious host

India denies mistreating Sartaz Aziz, says it was a gracious host

Rediff.com5 Dec 2016

Sources said a rare exception was made to allow arrival and departure of Aziz, who led the Pakistani delegation, by air at Amritsar which is not a designated port for entry and exit of Pakistani nationals, besides giving swift clearance despite a last minute change in his scheduled arrival by a special flight.

The daunting tasks facing Suresh Prabhu

The daunting tasks facing Suresh Prabhu

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

Mr Prabhu has a big challenge ahead in implementing trade reforms to regain the lost export momentum, says Jayanta Roy.

'Pinning all the blame on Rahul is simplistic, unfair'

'Pinning all the blame on Rahul is simplistic, unfair'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

'I would personally like to see Rahul Gandhi continue as party president.' 'I genuinely believe he has far more to offer to the party still, particularly in leading us in these challenging times that we find ourselves in.'

No change in US visa policy towards Modi -- at least for now

No change in US visa policy towards Modi -- at least for now

Rediff.com4 Dec 2013

Longtime diplomatic observers feel that if Narendra Modi were to become prime minister or even a Cabinet official if the BJP captures power in the next election, there is no way the State Department would refuse him entry into the US, unless Washington wanted to risk the unravelling of the carefully nurtured US-India strategic partnership. Rediff.com's Aziz Haniffa reports from Washington, DC.

Has Rahul Gandhi lost appeal within his own party?

Has Rahul Gandhi lost appeal within his own party?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2013

Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi's style of functioning, his preconceived opinions and lack of patience has distanced him from the party cadre. Anita Katyal reports.

Belgian blow to trade pact

Belgian blow to trade pact

Rediff.com27 Nov 2013

The country has also asked India to further reduce tariffs on goods.

US visa ban on Modi to be lifted if he becomes PM: Report

US visa ban on Modi to be lifted if he becomes PM: Report

Rediff.com1 Apr 2014

The nine-year American visa ban on Narendra Modi will automatically be lifted and he would enjoy diplomatic immunity if the Bharatiya Janata Party leader becomes the prime minister of India, according to a Congressional report.

We are ready to face polls in Delhi next week: BJP's Harsh Vardhan

We are ready to face polls in Delhi next week: BJP's Harsh Vardhan

Rediff.com15 Feb 2014

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday remained non-committal about forming the government in Delhi, following Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's decision to step down, with the main Opposition saying that while it did not favour dissolution of the House, it was ready to face fresh polls.

S Gurumurthy: 'Land bill is not anti-agriculture at all'

S Gurumurthy: 'Land bill is not anti-agriculture at all'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

In the second and concluding part of his interview, Gurumurthy outlines the two areas he believes the government should focus on.

Why are global retailers in wait-and-watch mode for India?

Why are global retailers in wait-and-watch mode for India?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2014

The Indian government has simplified FDI policy inorder to attract global retail chains.

Sonia didn't act like an empress

Sonia didn't act like an empress

Rediff.com23 Dec 2017

'Although the Congress party ethos resembles a court with courtiers, Sonia Gandhi's style was to be consensual.'

India launches mammoth relief operation in Nepal

India launches mammoth relief operation in Nepal

Rediff.com26 Apr 2015

Stepping up relief and rescue operations in quake-hit Nepal, India on Sunday deployed over two dozen aircraft and choppers along with nearly 1000 trained personnel and said the situation in the Himalayan nation was "very, very serious".

Swaraj joins G4 ministers in appealing for UNSC reform

Swaraj joins G4 ministers in appealing for UNSC reform

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

India is expected to press for text-based negotiation during the current session of the United Nation General Assembly. Suman Guha Mozumder reports from New York

Is a strong Team Modi in the making?

Is a strong Team Modi in the making?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2014

The success of the government will depend substantially on the quality of its team of key ministers, officials and advisors

We must delink religion from terror: Swaraj tells Arab League

We must delink religion from terror: Swaraj tells Arab League

Rediff.com24 Jan 2016

"Terrorists use religion, but inflict harm on people of all faiths," said Swaraj, who arrived in Manama on Saturday on a two-day visit.

The woman who brought Modi and Sharif together in a hug in Pakistan

The woman who brought Modi and Sharif together in a hug in Pakistan

Rediff.com28 Dec 2015

Sushma Swaraj's suave moves helped Narendra Modi pull off a diplomatic coup, helping regain her standing.

Why Obama promptly accepted Modi's R-Day invite

Why Obama promptly accepted Modi's R-Day invite

Rediff.com5 Jan 2015

It is in Prime Minister Narendra Modi Modi, officials in Washington believe, US President Barack Obama has found an Indian leader who is willing to walk the talk to realise the common goals of the two countries. Lalit K Jha reports

'Make in India will have to be worked on'

'Make in India will have to be worked on'

Rediff.com17 May 2017

In the run up to three years of the National Democratic Alliance government, Minister of State for Commerce and Industry (Independent Charge) Nirmala Sitharaman says it is time to consolidate some of the major initiatives as well as take new steps.