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Scotland Yard ups security to tackle protestors during Modi's UK visit

Scotland Yard ups security to tackle protestors during Modi's UK visit

Rediff.com8 Nov 2015

The Scotland Yard has said an "appropriate" policing plan is in place but no restrictions have been imposed on any London routes.

Will raise racism with UK when required: Govt

Will raise racism with UK when required: Govt

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

India will take up with the United Kingdom when required the alleged incidents of racism in Britain, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said in the Rajya Sabha on Monday. He also described India as the land of Mahatma Gandhi and said it can never turn its eyes away from racism.

UK's PM-in-waiting Liz Truss remains committed to India ties

UK's PM-in-waiting Liz Truss remains committed to India ties

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

Newly-elected Conservative Party leader and prime minister in waiting Liz Truss is among the senior British politicians known for championing deeper India-UK strategic and economic ties, describing them as a "sweet spot" of global trade dynamics.

'What's not to like about a smile?'

'What's not to like about a smile?'

Rediff.com6 May 2022

'A smile reflects your gratitude for life, your celebration of it.'

'Must understand Trump supporters and their issues'

'Must understand Trump supporters and their issues'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

'There are voters that may only come out to vote for him because he's speaking to their issues and they may not be Democrat or Republican'

'Can't express the horror we feel': Kansas Guv writes to PM Modi over techie's murder

'Can't express the horror we feel': Kansas Guv writes to PM Modi over techie's murder

Rediff.com8 Mar 2017

Kansas Governor San Brownback has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressing "profound regret" at the terrible act of violence against the Indian nationals last month and said that acts of hate and intolerance have no place in his state.

Bharat Ki Baat: What a Surreal Event!

Bharat Ki Baat: What a Surreal Event!

Rediff.com5 May 2018

'From the evidently pre-selected questions to the promotional slides on a screen redolent of the official audio-visual department, the choreography was palpably intended to present the prime minister in as good a light as possible in a 'safe' environment insulated from uncomfortable questions,' says Amulya Ganguli.

PHOTOS: Thousands celebrate at India Day Parade in New York

PHOTOS: Thousands celebrate at India Day Parade in New York

Rediff.com21 Aug 2017

The 37th India Day Parade organised by the Federation of Indian Associations.

'It's a great time for India's movie business'

'It's a great time for India's movie business'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

'There is a lot of money coming into the business, people are consuming a lot of content, there is no dearth of new films and shows coming out of India and being available worldwide.'

Modi's visit to Canada is the first by an Indian PM in 42 years!

Modi's visit to Canada is the first by an Indian PM in 42 years!

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

'Notwithstanding the physical distance, the two countries historically had a convergence of approach and outlook to many international issues.' 'The relationship between the two countries cannot develop or flourish in a vacuum. There should be initiatives at various levels -- at the level of government, Parliament and the people.'

IAF plane carrying 168 Indian nationals lands in Kochi

IAF plane carrying 168 Indian nationals lands in Kochi

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

In the government's first major mission to rescue Indians stranded in the strife-torn nation

The Indian contesting Thai elections!

The Indian contesting Thai elections!

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

'It's a dream, but will I give it up? No bloody way,' Umesh Pandey, the former Bangkok Post editor turned Opposition candidate, tells Rahul Jacob.

PM Modi is a leader; Dr Singh was not: Cong's ex-foreign minister

PM Modi is a leader; Dr Singh was not: Cong's ex-foreign minister

Rediff.com19 May 2015

Former external affairs minister, K Natwar Singh, shares his critique of the Narendra Modi government's foreign policy in this e-mailed interview with Aditi Phadnis. Edited excerpts

Hold on for Modi-Trump meet: India on Kashmir mediation offer

Hold on for Modi-Trump meet: India on Kashmir mediation offer

Rediff.com24 Sep 2019

Describing himself as "an extremely good arbitrator", Trump on Monday said he was ready to mediate between Pakistan and India on the Kashmir issue if both sides agree to it.

PHOTOS: Dhoni visits temple in US, says Tendulkar 'like God to all of us'

PHOTOS: Dhoni visits temple in US, says Tendulkar 'like God to all of us'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2015

Describing Sachin Tendulkar as his role model, India ODI captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has said that iconic batsman's humility and passion for the game was an inspiration for him and others.

Emergency services allowed during 'Bharat bandh': Farmer leaders

Emergency services allowed during 'Bharat bandh': Farmer leaders

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

Addressing a press conference in New Delhi, farmer leader Balbir Singh Rajewal said that the Central government will have to accept the demands of farmers to scrap the new laws whose passage has sparked protests.

May 'regrets' Jallianwala Bagh killing, but no apology

May 'regrets' Jallianwala Bagh killing, but no apology

Rediff.com10 Apr 2019

"The tragedy of Jallianwala Bagh of 1919 is a shameful scar on British Indian history," May said.

Top 10 quotes from Modi's speech@Toronto Coliseum

Top 10 quotes from Modi's speech@Toronto Coliseum

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

He was addressing the Indian diaspora at the Ricoh Coliseum in Toronto on Wednesday.

Diljit Dosanjh: Sardar with Swag

Diljit Dosanjh: Sardar with Swag

Rediff.com25 Dec 2020

For Dosanjh to stand by his faith, retain the turban and beard, and yet not trivialise himself in the roles he has essayed, is really his biggest achievement, observes Sandeep Goyal.

Why I am thankful to Hasan Minhaj

Why I am thankful to Hasan Minhaj

Rediff.com14 Jun 2017

'You made me realise that it is great to be brown, even if we are currently living under Donald Trump's false definition of America.' 'In my 36 years in America there have been few instances where I have laughed and cried so much watching a show about brown people.'

Chidambaram asks govt to urge Raghuram Rajan for a rate cut

Chidambaram asks govt to urge Raghuram Rajan for a rate cut

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

NDA seems to have been seduced by the rise in the stock market and the adulation showered at organised Indian diaspora events, former FM said.

Modi reaches Doha, economic cooperation high on agenda

Modi reaches Doha, economic cooperation high on agenda

Rediff.com4 Jun 2016

On his arrival, Modi was warmly received by Qatar's Prime Minister Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani at the airport.

Modi to have packed itinerary in US

Modi to have packed itinerary in US

Rediff.com19 Sep 2019

The PM will make a six-day visit to the United States from September 21 to 27 to attend various events including the annual United Nations General Assembly session in New York and a diaspora event in Houston in Texas in which US President Donald Trump is also participating.

Covid surge in India heartbreaking, US determined to help: Kamala Harris

Covid surge in India heartbreaking, US determined to help: Kamala Harris

Rediff.com7 May 2021

Describing the surge of COVID-19 infections and deaths in India as 'nothing short of heartbreaking', Vice President Kamala Harris said on Friday that India's welfare is critically important to the US.

Modi arrives in US; packed schedule ahead of him

Modi arrives in US; packed schedule ahead of him

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

Officials said Prime Minister Modi will not have a bilateral meeting with his Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharif during his current five-day trip to the US.

What Obama will say in his Siri Fort address

What Obama will say in his Siri Fort address

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

United States President Barack Obama, during his address at the Siri Fort auditorium on Tuesday, would speak on how to tap the energy of the people of India and the US, and to turn that into positive progress on the issues that matter in people's lives, a top official has said.

UK overturns ban on Sikhs turbans in workplaces

UK overturns ban on Sikhs turbans in workplaces

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

Sikhs across the UK will no longer face the prospect of disciplinary action for wearing turbans in workplaces after new rules come into force on Thursday.

When Modi's California visit created a flutter

When Modi's California visit created a flutter

Rediff.com30 Sep 2015

Here are a few issues that are most talked about Modi's California visit

How much racism Black community have to face in UK?

How much racism Black community have to face in UK?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

Monty Panesar said the racial profiling of the Black community has to end in his country and the authorities should prepare a five-year plan to eradicate the menace.

'Sachin was an ideal person to look up to and like God to all'

'Sachin was an ideal person to look up to and like God to all'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2015

Describing Sachin Tendulkar as his role model, India ODI captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has said that iconic batsman's humility and passion for the game was an inspiration for him and others.

'RA&W wins over Pakistan -- in the perception wars -- almost every year'

'RA&W wins over Pakistan -- in the perception wars -- almost every year'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

'One of R&AW's greatest achievements is in projecting itself as benign.' 'This work -- done in tandem with the Diaspora and the MEA -- sells a story of India as mostly the victim.'

Oceans should not become new theatres of contests: PM Modi

Oceans should not become new theatres of contests: PM Modi

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

"In the flux and transition of our times, the most critical need in this region is to uphold and strengthen the rules and norms that must define our collective behaviour," he said.

Indians can now hold their heads high, says PM Modi in Shanghai

Indians can now hold their heads high, says PM Modi in Shanghai

Rediff.com16 May 2015

The PM addressed a crowd of around 5,000 Indians who chanted 'Modi, Modi' slogans all through the event.

Let's revive Air India's lost glory: CMD to employees

Let's revive Air India's lost glory: CMD to employees

Rediff.com12 Sep 2015

Air India is a brand, a brand symbolising the nation, especially amongst the Indian diaspora and travellers overseas.

Modi extends $150m credit to Caribbean nations

Modi extends $150m credit to Caribbean nations

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

Modi announced a USD 14-million grant for community development projects in the Caricom and another USD 150 million line of credit for solar, renewable energy and climate- change related projects, a statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs said.

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

No one questioned India's surgical strikes on Pak soil: Modi

No one questioned India's surgical strikes on Pak soil: Modi

Rediff.com26 Jun 2017

PM Modi addressed the Indian community in Washington DC after meeting chief executives of major US companies.

About 10,000 Indians stranded in Saudi to be evacuated: Swaraj

About 10,000 Indians stranded in Saudi to be evacuated: Swaraj

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

Her deputy V K Singh is leaving for Saudi Arabia to oversee the evacuation process, she said in a statement in both Houses of Parliament.

US experts suspect ISI role in Pulwama terrorist attack

US experts suspect ISI role in Pulwama terrorist attack

Rediff.com15 Feb 2019

The experts said the terror strike shows the United States has failed to persuade Pakistan to act against Jaish-e-Mohammad and other terrorist groups.

India, US can build more peaceful: PM Modi

India, US can build more peaceful: PM Modi

Rediff.com20 Sep 2019

In his departure statement ahead of his week-long visit, Modi referred to Indo-US relations and said working together, the two nations can contribute to building a more peaceful, stable, secure, sustainable and prosperous world.