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Recipe: Fancy Martinis for World Gin Day

Recipe: Fancy Martinis for World Gin Day

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

Three splashy cocktails to knock your guests' socks off.

Ireland's Indian-origin PM Varadkar steps down, all eyes on successor

Ireland's Indian-origin PM Varadkar steps down, all eyes on successor

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Ireland's Indian-origin Prime Minister Leo Varadkar on Wednesday sent shockwaves across the country by announcing his sudden resignation from the post and party leadership citing "personal and political" reasons.

The Irish loophole behind Apple's low tax bill

The Irish loophole behind Apple's low tax bill

Rediff.com22 May 2013

Apple's ability to shelter billions of dollars of income from tax has hinged on an unusual loophole in the Irish tax code that helps the country compete with other countries for investment and jobs.

'Go back to India': Woman screams at Asians on Irish train

'Go back to India': Woman screams at Asians on Irish train

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

In the videos, originally posted on Twitter, the woman can be seen and heard making expletive-ridden comments towards fellow passengers.

India ranks 105th in Global Hunger Index, in 'serious' category

India ranks 105th in Global Hunger Index, in 'serious' category

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

India's GHI Score is based on the values of four component indicators: 13.7 per cent of the population is undernourished, 35.5 per cent of children under five are stunted with 18.7 per cent of them being wasted, and 2.9 per cent of children die before their fifth birthday, the report notes.

Biden celebrates Diwali at Whited House, Desis in attendance

Biden celebrates Diwali at Whited House, Desis in attendance

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

United States President Joe Biden on Monday hosted a Diwali celebration at the White House that was attended by more than 600 eminent Indian Americans, including Congressmen, officials, and corporate executives, from across the country.

Irish millionaires build Man Utd stake

Irish millionaires build Man Utd stake

Rediff.com7 Oct 2003

Two racehorse magnates seized nearly a quarter of the club by buying TV firm BSkyB's stake in the English football champions.

Ireland believe they can beat India

Ireland believe they can beat India

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

The Irish defeated Pakistan less than a month ago, and their propensity to surprise major opponents is something India should be concerned about.

Outfit backs Irish-type solution to Kashmir

Outfit backs Irish-type solution to Kashmir

Rediff.com17 Dec 2007

A top militant commander has supported the Irish-type solution to resolve the Kashmir issue, but added, "India should first accept Kashmir as a disputed territory."

Wockhardt mulls Irish unit sale

Wockhardt mulls Irish unit sale

Rediff.com2 Apr 2009

Wockhardt had a net debt of Rs 3,400 crore (Rs 34 billion) as of December 2008. It was hoping to reduce this, sources said, by selling its Irish subsidiary, Pinewood Laboratories, and a stake in Habil Khorakiwala's privately-held Wockhardt Hospitals. A Wockhardt spokesperson declined comment. An e-mail sent on Tuesday to the chairman remained unanswered.

Spotted: Prakash Amritraj at the Irish Open

Spotted: Prakash Amritraj at the Irish Open

Rediff.com16 Jul 2008

Reader Pradeep Sharma sent us this picture from Ireland.

T20 World Cup: India eye winning start against Ireland

T20 World Cup: India eye winning start against Ireland

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Team India knows that it is a touch undercooked with a lot of confusion still persisting about what could be the best combination on a drop-in pitch.

Irish Open: McIlroy holds off Knox to win

Irish Open: McIlroy holds off Knox to win

Rediff.com23 May 2016

Rory McIlroy shot a closing 69 to win the Irish Open for the first time after a thrilling final-round duel with Russell Knox at the K Club on the outskirts of Dublin on Sunday.

Leo Varadkar, The PM Who Likes Jalebis

Leo Varadkar, The PM Who Likes Jalebis

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

'When my father travelled 5,000 miles to build a new home in Ireland, I doubt he ever dreamed that his son would one day grow up to become its leader.' Vaihayasi Pande Daniel/Rediff.com profiles Dr Leo Varadkar who will step down as Ireland's taoiseach (prime minister) next week.

Euro 2016: Irish hopeful of memorable win against Italy

Euro 2016: Irish hopeful of memorable win against Italy

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

For Ireland to reach the knockout stages at Euro 2016 they must achieve something they haven't done in 28 years - win a game at the European Championship. Martin O'Neill's team face an Italian side already guaranteed victory in Group E and manager Antonio Conte is likely to field many of his reserves, but it remains to be seen if Ireland can end their long winless streak in this must-win game.

WC T20: India win tarnished by Rohit injury scare

WC T20: India win tarnished by Rohit injury scare

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

India's dominant eight-wicket victory over Ireland in their T20 World Cup opener was overshadowed by a concerning injury to skipper Rohit Sharma

Grab A Thrill Pill On OTT This Week

Grab A Thrill Pill On OTT This Week

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Troubled twins, dangerous cults, portent dreams, telepathic kids, World War III, yakuza clans... Sukanya Verma lists the many options on OTT this week.

Irish probe on Savitha death should be fair: India

Irish probe on Savitha death should be fair: India

Rediff.com17 Nov 2012

As the tragic death of Indian dentist Savita Halappanavar in Ireland continues to evoke outrage world wide, Overseas Indian Affairs Minister Vayalar Ravi Sunday said the inquiry ordered by the Irish government should be 'transparent and fair'.

Irish writer wins Booker Prize

Irish writer wins Booker Prize

Rediff.com17 Oct 2007

In a surprise choice, 45-year-old Irish writer Anne Enright has been selected for this year's Booker Prize for her work 'The Gathering'.

U-19 WC: Musheer shines as India crush Ireland by 201 runs

U-19 WC: Musheer shines as India crush Ireland by 201 runs

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

The Indian team was just too good for the Irish and the gulf in standard was evident across all departments.

Spotted! Sunil Mittal At Wimbledon!

Spotted! Sunil Mittal At Wimbledon!

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Also Spotted: Tom Cruise, Julia Roberts, Benedict Cumberbatch, Mark Rylance, Zendaya, Paul Mescal, Jamie Dornan...

Won't take rushed decision on abortion: Irish PM

Won't take rushed decision on abortion: Irish PM

Rediff.com17 Nov 2012

With an Indian dentist's tragic death igniting protests over right to abortion in Ireland, Irish Prime Minister Enda Kenny has said he is awaiting a report by an expert group on the issue but will not be rushed into an immediate decision.

Jeev takes lead at Irish Open

Jeev takes lead at Irish Open

Rediff.com29 Jul 2011

Jeev Milkha Singh eclipsed the big names in Thursday's Irish Open first round with an exhilarating eight-under 63, but the Indian player's feats failed to overshadow US Open champion Rory McIlroy.

Henry handball gives Irish extra motivation vs France

Henry handball gives Irish extra motivation vs France

Rediff.com25 Jun 2016

Thierry Henry's handball sent such shockwaves that barely anyone remembers it was actually William Gallas who scored the infamous goal France that ruined Ireland's chances of a World Cup appearance more than six years ago.

Skip Canada! 10 Places To Study Abroad

Skip Canada! 10 Places To Study Abroad

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Indian students are looking at destinations that offer quality education coupled with unique cultural and career experiences, often at more affordable costs, says Gaurav Batra, CEO, Infinite Group.

T20 WC PIX: India romp to 8 wicket win over Ireland

T20 WC PIX: India romp to 8 wicket win over Ireland

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

Images from the T20 World Cup match between India and Ireland at New York, NY

Global cricket calendar 'confusing, chaotic' says WCA

Global cricket calendar 'confusing, chaotic' says WCA

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

The scheduling model, which it said was "broken and unsustainable" and "confusing and chaotic" which was forcing players to choose between "representing their country and optimizing their careers."

Cup Camera: Irish treat, UDRS bashing

Cup Camera: Irish treat, UDRS bashing

Rediff.com4 Mar 2011

Videos from around the World Cup.

Kanishka kin hail Irish kindness

Kanishka kin hail Irish kindness

Rediff.com24 Jun 2005

2024's Must Watch Indian Films

2024's Must Watch Indian Films

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Aseem Chhabra picks his top 10 Indian films of 2024, which includes films that have had theatrical releases or are streaming on OTT.

Canada all-rounder Pargat raring to go against India

Canada all-rounder Pargat raring to go against India

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

When asked about the Indian player he would like to meet after the game, Pargat picked Rohit over Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah.

Jet: Irish lessor seeks to take back Boeing 777

Jet: Irish lessor seeks to take back Boeing 777

Rediff.com23 Aug 2019

The bankruptcy tribunal had on July 5, prevented the Directorate General of Civil Aviation from deregistering the Boeing 777 plane, which has been under the possession of a Dutch cargo provider since April.

Irish probe into Savita Halappanavar's death begins

Irish probe into Savita Halappanavar's death begins

Rediff.com8 Apr 2013

An inquest into the death of Indian dentist Savita Halappanavar last year after she suffered a miscarriage in an Irish hospital began on Monday with her husband Praveen hoping to finding "the truth" behind his wife's death.

Modi mocks secular janta back home after Irish welcome in Sanskrit

Modi mocks secular janta back home after Irish welcome in Sanskrit

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was welcomed in Dublin by the voices of Irish children reciting Sanskrit shlokas, took a jibe at the opposition parties back home saying that if this was done in India then it would have raised questions about 'secularism'.

India waiting for Irish probe into death of Indian woman

India waiting for Irish probe into death of Indian woman

Rediff.com15 Nov 2012

Concerned over the circumstances in which an Indian woman dentist died in Ireland, India on Thursday said it is awaiting the results of two probes ordered by Irish authorities in the matter and will "take it from there".

Jeev takes early lead at Irish Open

Jeev takes early lead at Irish Open

Rediff.com28 Jun 2012

Indian golfer Jeev Milkha Singh turned in a stunning seven-under 65 to grab the lead after the opening round in the star-studded Irish Open in Portrush, Northern Ireland, on Thursday.

Gujarat Titans' Ranthambore Visit

Gujarat Titans' Ranthambore Visit

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

The Gujarat Titans' off-days are always special. After their stunning edge-of-the-seat win over hosts Rajasthan Royals, the Titans were in for more thrill.

Associates have justified World Cup spot: Irish skipper

Associates have justified World Cup spot: Irish skipper

Rediff.com14 Mar 2015

Even if Ireland fail to make the quarter-finals of the cricket World Cup they and the other associate members have shown enough promise to warrant inclusion in future tournaments, skipper William Porterfield said on Saturday.

Spicejet reaches out of court settlement with Irish lessor

Spicejet reaches out of court settlement with Irish lessor

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

The Irish firms had sought to deregister SpiceJet.

Irish Church condemns reform in country's abortion laws

Irish Church condemns reform in country's abortion laws

Rediff.com19 Dec 2012

The Irish Roman Catholic Church has strongly condemned legislation to liberalise abortion, saying that the move is 'licence the direct and intentional killing of the innocent baby'.