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'Some neighbours' don't understand issues can be resolved peacefully: Modi

'Some neighbours' don't understand issues can be resolved peacefully: Modi

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

In a veiled dig at Pakistan, PM Modi said "some neighbours" don't understand that issues can be resolved peacefully by talks as he cited the example of Bangladesh.

US will repair its alliances and engage with world again: Biden

US will repair its alliances and engage with world again: Biden

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

In his maiden address to the employees of the State Department, the US president said he has come to the building to send a clear message to the world: America is back. America is back. Diplomacy is back.

'India needs to be integrated into global trade pacts'

'India needs to be integrated into global trade pacts'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2015

For India to reach its ambiguous economic growth targets, it needs to be integrated into global trade pacts.

US overreacted by using force: China on 'spy balloon' row

US overreacted by using force: China on 'spy balloon' row

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

During a regular press conference on Thursday, the Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said that the unmanned Chinese civilian airship into US airspace is entirely caused by 'force majeure'.

Pak must stop terror for peace talks: Modi tells Xi

Pak must stop terror for peace talks: Modi tells Xi

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

Prime Minister Modi told President Xi that he has made efforts to improve ties with Islamabad but these efforts have been "derailed".

The world's MOST VIOLENT nations

The world's MOST VIOLENT nations

Rediff.com20 Jun 2014

In the latest annual ranking of Global Peace Index states that 500 million people live in countries at risk of instability and conflict. India has been ranked at 143rd position out of 162 countries surveyed.

Chinese defence minister to visit India this week

Chinese defence minister to visit India this week

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

China on Tuesday announced that its Defence Minister General Li Shangfu will visit India this week to attend the meeting of SCO defence ministers from April 27 during which he is expected to hold talks with his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh on ending the prolonged eastern Ladakh standoff which has severely strained bilateral ties.

Mapped: Countries most affected by terrorism

Mapped: Countries most affected by terrorism

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

The Global Terrorism Index 2017 released by the Australia-based Institute for Economics and Peace provides a comprehensive summary of the key global trends and patterns in terrorism over the last 17 years in covering the period from the beginning of 2000 to the end of 2016. According to the report, this is the second consecutive year, deaths from terrorism declined. Over the two years there was a decrease of 22 per cent compared to the peak of terror activity in 2014. Terrorism deaths have fallen significantly in Syria, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Nigeria. However, Islamic State defied this positive trend with over 9,000 deaths, primarily in Iraq and increased activity in OECD countries.

India to host first-ever global maritime summit, announces PM

India to host first-ever global maritime summit, announces PM

Rediff.com7 Feb 2016

He said India would continue to actively pursue and promote its geo-political, strategic and economic interests on the seas, in particular the Indian Ocean.

Taliban govt is anything but inclusive: Afghan Amb to UN

Taliban govt is anything but inclusive: Afghan Amb to UN

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

'Afghan people will not accept a governing structure that excludes women and minorities'

Af territory must not be used for terror attacks against others: BRICS

Af territory must not be used for terror attacks against others: BRICS

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

The territory of Afghanistan must not be used to carry out terror attacks against other countries, the five-nation influential grouping BRICS said on Thursday and strongly called for combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including the cross-border movement of terrorists.

This is the most dangerous threat to world security, says Obama

This is the most dangerous threat to world security, says Obama

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

Proliferation and potential use of nuclear weapons pose the most dangerous threat to global security and peace, US President Barack Obama has said.

'Reduce slavery to foreign goods': Modi calls for 'vocal for local'

'Reduce slavery to foreign goods': Modi calls for 'vocal for local'

Rediff.com6 May 2022

He asked to focus on the 'vocal for local' mantra during the 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' celebrations.

Xi offers to cooperate with India for COVID-19 vaccine

Xi offers to cooperate with India for COVID-19 vaccine

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

So far the coronavirus, which originated in the Chinese city of Wuhan, has infected more than 54 million people around the world and killed over 1.3 million others.

We should be proud of every Indian language: Modi

We should be proud of every Indian language: Modi

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday hailed the diversity of India and said that while our talent may be restricted by language barriers, pride should be taken in the variety of languages that exist in the country.

163 Indian pandits go missing in US

163 Indian pandits go missing in US

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

As many as 163 Vedic pandits, who were brought to the United States from north Indian villages, have disappeared from the Maharishi Vedic City in Iowa during the past year, according to a media report.

India abstains as UN Women's Commission votes out Iran

India abstains as UN Women's Commission votes out Iran

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

Iran was ousted from the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women on Wednesday evening in the wake of the Mahsa Amini protest.

India-US Bonhomie: The China Threat

India-US Bonhomie: The China Threat

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

The change of heart in the US and India was propelled by the increased threat of China to both countries, explains Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

In US Rahul calls Modi 'a specimen' who knows more than god

In US Rahul calls Modi 'a specimen' who knows more than god

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Gandhi said the govt "tried everything to stop" his 'Bharat Jodo Yatra', but nothing was working against the "effect" of the foot march.

Russia's crimes in Ukraine no different from those by IS, Zelenskyy tells UNSC

Russia's crimes in Ukraine no different from those by IS, Zelenskyy tells UNSC

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told the UN Security Council on Tuesday that the atrocities committed by Russian troops are no different from terrorists like the Islamic State extremists as he demanded immediate action to bring the Kremlin's forces to justice for "war crimes".

Aiming to be among the best by its 100th year in 2032: IAF chief

Aiming to be among the best by its 100th year in 2032: IAF chief

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

In the current complex and dynamic strategic environment, refining the IAF's strategy, building robust capabilities and developing a flexible mindset to "prosecute future wars" will prove decisive, the chief of air staff said.

Mistake to consider China as threat, enemy: Chinese defence minister

Mistake to consider China as threat, enemy: Chinese defence minister

Rediff.com12 Jun 2022

It will be a historic and strategic mistake to insist on taking China as a threat and adversary, or even an enemy, Chinese Defence Minister General Wei Fengh said on Sunday as he underlined that the China-United States relationship is at a critical and crucial juncture.

No victors in Ukraine war, everyone will lose, says Modi in Berlin

No victors in Ukraine war, everyone will lose, says Modi in Berlin

Rediff.com2 May 2022

India believes no country would emerge victorious in the Russia-Ukraine war as all will suffer losses and there will be a "more serious" impact on developing and poor countries, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday after holding talks with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz as both leaders reiterated the need for an immediate cessation of hostilities.

Jaishankar, Wang Yi discuss Ladakh border row

Jaishankar, Wang Yi discuss Ladakh border row

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

External affairs minister S Jaishankar has told his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi that the two sides should work for an early resolution of the remaining issues along the LAC in eastern Ladakh to restore peace and tranquility in the border areas as this has been an essential basis for progress in Sino-India ties.

India keen to strengthen partnership with Russia: Modi

India keen to strengthen partnership with Russia: Modi

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

India is keen to strengthen its partnership with Russia on Arctic subjects and there is immense scope for cooperation in the field of energy as well, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said.

India, China pose no threat to each other: Envoy

India, China pose no threat to each other: Envoy

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

The Summit will take bilateral relations to a higher level and have a major and positive impact on regional and world peace, stability and development, Sun said.

Modi intervened several times with Putin, acknowledges Johnson

Modi intervened several times with Putin, acknowledges Johnson

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

Johnson said Modi has been 'very strong' in his reaction to what happened in Bucha in Ukraine and that everyone understands and respects New Delhi's decades-old historic relationship with Moscow.

US introduces bill to designate India as its special global partner

US introduces bill to designate India as its special global partner

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

Two top United States lawmakers have introduced a legislation in the House of Representatives to designate India as a special global partner of America

US hopes India would 'reconsider' its decision to ban wheat exports

US hopes India would 'reconsider' its decision to ban wheat exports

Rediff.com17 May 2022

The US hopes India will "reconsider" its decision to ban wheat exports, with Washington "encouraging" countries not to restrict exports as that will exacerbate food shortages, amidst Russia's invasion of Ukraine. India, the world's second-biggest wheat producer, has banned wheat exports in a bid to check high domestic prices amid concerns of wheat output being hit by scorching heat waves. The decision would help control retail prices of wheat and wheat flour, which have risen by an average 14-20 per cent in the last one year, besides meeting the foodgrain requirement of neighbouring and vulnerable countries.

At UNSC, PM lists 5 principles to prepare roadmap for maritime security cooperation

At UNSC, PM lists 5 principles to prepare roadmap for maritime security cooperation

Rediff.com9 Aug 2021

In his statement while chairing the debate on "Enhancing Maritime Security - A Case for International Cooperation" via video conferencing, Modi highlighted that maritime routes were being misused for terrorism and piracy.

China listening, Jaishankar brings up territorial integrity at BRICS online meet

China listening, Jaishankar brings up territorial integrity at BRICS online meet

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

The five-nation grouping BRICS on Tuesday resolved to combat terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including the cross-border movement of terrorists, and vowed to step up joint efforts in building support for an India-backed global framework to effectively deal with the menace.

Russia welcomes India's 'independent' stand on Ukraine crisis

Russia welcomes India's 'independent' stand on Ukraine crisis

Rediff.com23 Feb 2022

'The Indian activities at the UN are fully reflecting the merit of our special and privileged strategic partnership'

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.

Name and shame countries which support terrorism: India

Name and shame countries which support terrorism: India

Rediff.com3 Feb 2016

In a veiled reference to Pakistan Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar said that some countries believe that they can buy peace at home by supporting groups for terror outside, which he said, was "delusional".

China's aggressive action forced India's 'wild card' entry to Quad: Pompeo

China's aggressive action forced India's 'wild card' entry to Quad: Pompeo

Rediff.com26 Jan 2023

Pompeo explains how the Donald Trump administration succeeded in bringing India on board the Quad grouping.

Didn't hesitate in raising our voice: India on 2-year UNSC presidency

Didn't hesitate in raising our voice: India on 2-year UNSC presidency

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

India on Thursday (local time) wrapped up its December Presidency of the United Nations Security Council with a special focus on terrorism, Global South and maritime security.

India and Iran want peaceful, stable Afghanistan: Modi

India and Iran want peaceful, stable Afghanistan: Modi

Rediff.com17 Feb 2018

PM Modi and Rouhani inked nine pacts including a lease contract for a part of Chabahar port's operation for 18 months.

Army maintains strong defence posture along LAC: Gen Manoj Pande

Army maintains strong defence posture along LAC: Gen Manoj Pande

Rediff.com15 Jan 2023

General Pande said the northern border region has been peaceful and steps have been taken to maintain peace through established protocol and existing mechanism.

Re-inventing Panchsheel for a new world order

Re-inventing Panchsheel for a new world order

Rediff.com9 Jun 2014

As the context of Panchsheel has changed, it is all the more essential that India and China need to reinvent and redefine Panchsheel for a new world order taking into account globalisation, and mutual economic interdependence. The new Panchsheel, in order to be relevant, needs to shed its binary approach of west verses the east recognising the seamlessness of global frontiers, which globalisation has brought in, says Rup Narayan Das.

Full text: President's address to the nation on the eve of Republic Day 2023

Full text: President's address to the nation on the eve of Republic Day 2023

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

Here's the full text of address to the nation by President Droupadi Murmu on the eve of the Republic Day 2023.