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How India-US Trade Deal Finally Shaped Up

How India-US Trade Deal Finally Shaped Up

Rediff.com6 days ago

The turning point came with the appointment of Sergio Gor as the US ambassador to India.

LS Speaker Om Birla to represent India at Tarique's swearing-in

LS Speaker Om Birla to represent India at Tarique's swearing-in

Rediff.com2 days ago

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will represent India at the swearing-in ceremony of Bangladesh's next prime minister, Tarique Rahman. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Secretary-General of Lok Sabha Utpal Kumar Singh are also likely to accompany Birla.

India will...: Modi congratulates Tarique Rahman; BNP reacts

India will...: Modi congratulates Tarique Rahman; BNP reacts

Rediff.com5 days ago

The BNP on Friday claimed victory in the general elections in Bangladesh to replace the interim administration

'Champion of...': Trump hails India trade deal 'historic'

'Champion of...': Trump hails India trade deal 'historic'

Rediff.com6 days ago

President Trump is celebrating the US-India trade deal as a landmark achievement, with a major focus on boosting American coal exports to India and other trade partners.

'In Bangladesh, India's Choices Are Bad Or Worse'

'In Bangladesh, India's Choices Are Bad Or Worse'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'It is best to remain vigilant. Tarique Rahman arranged arms smuggling to Indian insurgent groups.' 'He has criticised India for sheltering Sheikh Hasina, but has also sought India's support.'

T20 World Cup: Ishan Kishan Stars As Ruthless India Demolish Pakistan

T20 World Cup: Ishan Kishan Stars As Ruthless India Demolish Pakistan

Rediff.com2 days ago

Defending champions India thumped Pakistan by 61 runs in a grudge Group A match of the T20 World Cup to secure their place in the Super 8s, in Colombo, on Sunday.

T20 World Cup: 'India will have an upper hand over Pakistan'

T20 World Cup: 'India will have an upper hand over Pakistan'

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former India cricketer Kiran More tips India to beat Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2026 in Colombo and hopes Hardik Pandya delivers in the high-pressure encounter.

India poised to be global hub for digital infra, AI: Modi

India poised to be global hub for digital infra, AI: Modi

Rediff.com2 days ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is promoting India as a global hub for digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence, highlighting the government's incentives for data center investments and inviting the world's data to reside in India.

Radio Day: When India Was Radio Gaga

Radio Day: When India Was Radio Gaga

Rediff.com5 days ago

Before playlists, podcasts, streaming apps, YouTube, television took over, radio was the centre of everyday life.

India awaits Bangladesh election outcome before addressing issues

India awaits Bangladesh election outcome before addressing issues

Rediff.com5 days ago

India has stated it will wait for the outcome of the elections in Bangladesh and the resulting mandate before addressing any existing issues. The country also affirmed its support for free, fair, inclusive, and credible elections in Bangladesh.

MG Motor plans 4 new models, invest 3K-4K cr in India

MG Motor plans 4 new models, invest 3K-4K cr in India

Rediff.com6 hours ago

JSW MG Motor India will launch four new models this year, and is planning to invest between 3,000 crore-4,000 crore in the country over the next couple of years. The new models include a plug-in hybrid, an electric vehicle, the Majestor SUV and one additional model yet to be disclosed.

T20 World Cup: Team India Confident Abhishek Sharma Will Bounce Back

T20 World Cup: Team India Confident Abhishek Sharma Will Bounce Back

Rediff.com21 hours ago

India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak supports Abhishek Sharma after recent failures in the T20 World Cup, emphasizing the importance of avoiding overanalysis and trusting the player's plans.

India Faces Russian Oil Squeeze After US Deal

India Faces Russian Oil Squeeze After US Deal

Rediff.com6 days ago

Replacing over a third of India's oil imports at competitive rates is going to be a challenge, said traders from State refiners, even though some progress was made in the last two months.

T20 World Cup: Babar, Afridi to face the axe after India debacle

T20 World Cup: Babar, Afridi to face the axe after India debacle

Rediff.com2 days ago

Pakistan is set to drop senior players Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi from their next T20 World Cup match against Namibia after the duo's failure to come good in the high-stakes game against India in Colombo, a reliable source in the team management said on Monday.

Hockey Pro League: Argentina thump India 8-0

Hockey Pro League: Argentina thump India 8-0

Rediff.com5 days ago

India slumped to a crushing 0-8 defeat against Argentina in the FIH Men's Pro League in Rourkela, with Tomas Domene scoring four goals at the Birsa Munda Stadium.

India's exports to US decline 22% to $6.6 bn in Jan

India's exports to US decline 22% to $6.6 bn in Jan

Rediff.com1 days ago

India's merchandise exports to the US contracted 21.77 per cent to $6.6 billion in January due to high tariffs imposed by America, according to the Commerce Ministry data. Exports contracted in September, October and December last year also. However, it rose 22.61 per cent in November.

India, US to bolster defence ties for Indo-Pacific peace: US Admiral

India, US to bolster defence ties for Indo-Pacific peace: US Admiral

Rediff.com2 days ago

Admiral Samuel J Paparo, Commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command, lauded India's military restraint during Operation Sindoor and emphasized the growing India-US defence partnership aimed at maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific region.

T20 WC: Rain won't stop India-Pak showdown, says SKY

T20 WC: Rain won't stop India-Pak showdown, says SKY

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav says the team is focused on preparing for their T20 World Cup clash with Pakistan despite concerns about potential rain disruptions.

Asian C'ship: Amanpreet Singh Leads India's Podium Sweep

Asian C'ship: Amanpreet Singh Leads India's Podium Sweep

Rediff.com5 days ago

Amanpreet Singh wins 25m centre fire gold as India sweep the podium and finish with 33 medals at the Asian Championship in New Delhi. Sift Kaur Samra and Tejaswini Sawant also shine.

India clarifies stance on proposed interim trade pact with US

India clarifies stance on proposed interim trade pact with US

Rediff.com5 days ago

India has clarified its position on the proposed interim trade agreement with the US, stating that the joint statement remains the basis for mutual understanding. Amendments to a White House fact sheet reflect shared understandings, with both sides working towards finalizing the agreement.

T20 World Cup: Ganguly feels India will tackle Usman Tariq threat

T20 World Cup: Ganguly feels India will tackle Usman Tariq threat

Rediff.com3 days ago

Usman Tariq just a regular off-spinner, Indian batters shouldn't have any problems: Ganguly

Asian Championship: Tomar leads India's clean sweep

Asian Championship: Tomar leads India's clean sweep

Rediff.com6 days ago

Asian Championship: Aishwary Tomar leads India's clean sweep in 50m rifle 3-positions

India's mindset must change; Awami League era over in B'adesh: Tarique aide

India's mindset must change; Awami League era over in B'adesh: Tarique aide

Rediff.com3 days ago

Following the BNP's victory in recent elections, Bangladesh is seeking to reset its relationship with India, emphasizing mutual benefit and a recognition of the changed political landscape.

India's 5 Best Wins Vs Pakistan In T20 World Cups

India's 5 Best Wins Vs Pakistan In T20 World Cups

Rediff.com5 days ago

A look at India's 5 best victories against Pakistan in T20 World Cups.

Bhajji, Mongia Warn India Ahead of Pakistan T20 WC Clash

Bhajji, Mongia Warn India Ahead of Pakistan T20 WC Clash

Rediff.com4 days ago

Harbhajan Singh urges India to play Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq carefully ahead of the T20 World Cup clash in Colombo, while Nayan Mongia backs Hardik Pandya to shine under pressure.

T20 World Cup: Will India Include This Match-Winner Against Pakistan?

T20 World Cup: Will India Include This Match-Winner Against Pakistan?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the T20 World Cup match against Pakistan?

Bangar urges India's batters to maintain fearless approach

Bangar urges India's batters to maintain fearless approach

Rediff.com7 days ago

Former batting coach Sanjay Bangar advises the Indian cricket team not to overanalyze their batting performance against the USA in the T20 World Cup, emphasizing that their aggressive approach has been largely successful.

T20 WC: 'India Hold Edge but Pakistan Won't Be Easy'

T20 WC: 'India Hold Edge but Pakistan Won't Be Easy'

Rediff.com4 days ago

Chamara Kapugedera hails Sri Lanka hosting the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup clash in Colombo, backs India to have slight edge and calls Abhishek Sharma a potential game-changer.

What India gives, and what it gets: Highlights of India-US interim trade deal

What India gives, and what it gets: Highlights of India-US interim trade deal

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Both countries commit to provide each other preferential market access in sectors of respective interest on a sustained basis

Winter Olympics: India's Stanzin Lundup finishes 104th in skiing

Winter Olympics: India's Stanzin Lundup finishes 104th in skiing

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's Stanzin Lundup clocked 28 minutes 26.7 seconds to end at 104th out of 111 athletes who finished the race at the Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium.

India's forex reserves drop $6.7 bn to $717 bn

India's forex reserves drop $6.7 bn to $717 bn

Rediff.com4 days ago

India's forex reserves dropped by $6.71 billion to $717 billion during the week ended February 6, the RBI said on Friday.

T20 WC: Pakistan set for surprise change vs India

T20 WC: Pakistan set for surprise change vs India

Rediff.com4 days ago

Pakistan is expected to field four specialist bowlers, including two spinners and two pacers, in their crucial T20 World Cup match against India in Colombo.

India-US trade deal: How India protects its agriculture, dairy sectors

India-US trade deal: How India protects its agriculture, dairy sectors

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

India has completely protected the interests of its agriculture and dairy sector in the India-US trade agreement.

India's trade deficit widens to 3-month high of $34.68 bn

India's trade deficit widens to 3-month high of $34.68 bn

Rediff.com1 days ago

The country's exports rose marginally by 0.61 per cent to $36.56 billion in January, while trade deficit widened to a three-month high of $34.68 billion, government data showed on Monday.

Over 1,300 athletes dropped from Khelo India...Here's why

Over 1,300 athletes dropped from Khelo India...Here's why

Rediff.com6 days ago

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya revealed that 1342 athletes have been removed from the Khelo India programme in the last three years due to poor performance and doping violations, while 2905 new athletes have been inducted.

T20 World Cup: Long Live Cricket, Long Live India-Pakistan Games

T20 World Cup: Long Live Cricket, Long Live India-Pakistan Games

Rediff.com3 days ago

In Sri Lanka, an India-Pakistan game becomes more than cricket. There will be only one silent wish: May cricket live long.

Pakistan seeks details from India on Svalkot hydel project on Chenab

Pakistan seeks details from India on Svalkot hydel project on Chenab

Rediff.com5 days ago

Pakistan has written to India seeking information about the Svalkot hydroelectric project on the River Chenab, according to the Foreign Office spokesperson.

T20 World Cup: India Vs Pakistan: 'We Have Edge Over Them'

T20 World Cup: India Vs Pakistan: 'We Have Edge Over Them'

Rediff.com5 days ago

Varun Chakravarthy expresses confidence in India's spin attack ahead of Sunday's T20 World Cup game against Pakistan.

Pakistan won't have it easy against India: Ganguly

Pakistan won't have it easy against India: Ganguly

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has said it not going to be easy for Pakistan to defeat India in their ICC T20 World Cup group match come February 15.

Dhakshineswar Suresh, India's New Tennis Hero

Dhakshineswar Suresh, India's New Tennis Hero

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Dhakshineswar Suresh is the nation's new Davis Cup hero, having led India to a historic 3-2 Davis Cup win over The Netherlands on Sunday.