News for 'Libya'

'1st batch of 200 nurses from Libya to return home tomorrow'

'1st batch of 200 nurses from Libya to return home tomorrow'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2014

In the first phase of evacuation of Keralite nurses from strife-torn Libya, a total of 200 nurses will return home tomorrow, Chief Minister Oommen Chandy said

Should We Ignore Democracy Rankings?

Should We Ignore Democracy Rankings?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

India must evolve its own standards on how democracy must be ranked in a diverse and multi-religious, multi-ethnic, multi-lingual and pluralistic idea called India, suggests R Jagannathan.

Social media abuzz with support and praise for Morocco

Social media abuzz with support and praise for Morocco

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

Retired Ivorian player and Chelsea legend Didier Drogba: "They did it!!!! Well done Morocco for this feat. Long live Africa."

Cargo from Pakistan with radioactive Uranium seized in London

Cargo from Pakistan with radioactive Uranium seized in London

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

A shipment containing several kilograms of uranium, which could potentially be used for making a dirty bomb was seized at United Kingdom's Heathrow Airport in a cargo consignment originating in Pakistan, reported British tabloid The Sun.

10 Years On, When Gaddafi Was Killed

10 Years On, When Gaddafi Was Killed

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

October 20, 2011. The day Muammar Gaddafi, who had ruled Libya with an iron hand since 1969, was spotted hiding in a drain in his hometown of Sirte by rebel fighters and brutally murdered.

Is Nehru Responsible For Indian Muslims' Plight?

Is Nehru Responsible For Indian Muslims' Plight?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Pratinav Anil is able to foresee some agency and assertion on the part of India's Muslims. His hope emanates from the citizenship rights movement of Muslims in 2019-2020, notes Mohammad Sajjad.

The Arab world prays this time for Morocco

The Arab world prays this time for Morocco

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

In Morocco, an important member of the Arab League but where much of the population identifies as Amazigh, there has been some bemusement at the Arab embrace, including jokes that people from other Arab countries should finally accept the Moroccan dialect.

India to chair UNSC's panel on counter-terrorism

India to chair UNSC's panel on counter-terrorism

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

India, which has been at the forefront of the years-long efforts to reform the UNSC, began its two-year tenure at the Council on Friday last.

End Islamophobia: Malaysia Tells India

End Islamophobia: Malaysia Tells India

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

'Malaysia called upon India to work together in ending Islamophobia and cease any provocative acts in the interest of peace and stability.'

UN chief to visit Russia amid Ukraine war; meet Putin

UN chief to visit Russia amid Ukraine war; meet Putin

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

Earlier this week, Guterres had written to Putin and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to receive him in Moscow and Kyiv 'to discuss urgent steps to bring about peace in Ukraine'.

Jaishankar to meet Iranian FM on Wednesday amid Prophet remark row

Jaishankar to meet Iranian FM on Wednesday amid Prophet remark row

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

It is the first visit to India by a senior minister of a member nation of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation after the controversial remarks triggered anguish in the Arab world.

'They resonated on every tongue during the World Cup'

'They resonated on every tongue during the World Cup'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

'To our Moroccan friends: Congratulations on this beautiful journey. You are making football history.'

For what reason, India, Ukraine not UNSC permanent member: Zelenskyy

For what reason, India, Ukraine not UNSC permanent member: Zelenskyy

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

India has been at the forefront of efforts at the UN to push for urgent long-pending reform of the Security Council, emphasising that it rightly deserves a place at the UN high table as a permanent member.

Biden signs order to end Trump's Muslim travel ban

Biden signs order to end Trump's Muslim travel ban

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

The Muslim ban initially restricted travel from seven Muslim-majority nations: Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen.

Target: Eject Modi!

Target: Eject Modi!

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

The full-court press on India over Ukraine, the BBC 'documentary', the Oxfam report, the Hindenburg attack on Adani and obliquely on the Indian economy, and any number of other acts are signs that India is a target, warns Rajeev Srinivasan.

Indian peacekeepers in Libya awarded for courage

Indian peacekeepers in Libya awarded for courage

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

The 125-strong Indian Formed Police Unit along with 12 Indian personnel of the UN Police serving in the UN Mission in Liberia were awarded medals during a parade ceremony held recently in Congo Town in Montserrado County.

Chennai engineer convicted in ISIS conspiracy case

Chennai engineer convicted in ISIS conspiracy case

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

The case which was registered in 2015, pertains to a criminal conspiracy hatched by ISIS to establish its base in India by recruiting Muslim youth for ISIS through different social media platforms, the NIA stated.

Libya: Gaddafi loyalists block rebels

Libya: Gaddafi loyalists block rebels

Rediff.com7 Mar 2011

Libyan forces loyal to Muammar Gaddafi struck hard at rebels advancing towards Tripoli and pounded the oil port eastern city of Ras Lanuf, as the US mulled land and air options amid growing pressure to arm the out-gunned opposition.

UNGA votes to suspend Russia from UNHRC, India among 58 nations to abstain

UNGA votes to suspend Russia from UNHRC, India among 58 nations to abstain

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

India on Thursday abstained in the UN General Assembly on a vote moved by the US to suspend Russia from the UN Human Rights Council over allegations that Russian soldiers killed civilians while retreating from towns near the Ukrainian capital Kyiv.

Libya to execute doctors

Libya to execute doctors

Rediff.com6 May 2004

The Libyan court found six Bulgarian medics an a Palestinian doctor guilty of infecting 426 children with the HIV virus during blood transfusions at the Al Fateh hospital.

White House rules out Russia's ouster from UN Security Council

White House rules out Russia's ouster from UN Security Council

Rediff.com9 Apr 2022

Suspension is the only method provided for in the UN resolution that established the Human Rights Council back in 2005.

Gaddafi killed by rebels; Libya celebrates

Gaddafi killed by rebels; Libya celebrates

Rediff.com20 Oct 2011

Ousted Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi, a maverick who had ruled the country with an iron hand for over four decades, was shot and killed by the rebels on Thursday in his hometown of Sirte after weeks of heavy fighting.

Disastrous Decisions, Achievements: Pervez Musharraf's Mixed Legacy

Disastrous Decisions, Achievements: Pervez Musharraf's Mixed Legacy

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

Learning perhaps from the Kargil debacle, Musharraf tried hard to evolve as a statesman in his dealings with India, recalls Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

Gaddafi still in Libya, says Pentagon

Gaddafi still in Libya, says Pentagon

Rediff.com23 Aug 2011

Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi is still believed to be inside the country, even as the rebel forces have entered the capital Tripoli, the Pentagon has said. =

Will Anti-Prophet Remarks Hit India's Gulf Trade?

Will Anti-Prophet Remarks Hit India's Gulf Trade?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

Some of these nations are India's biggest export market. India is also dependent on these countries to meet its energy needs.

China slaps sanctions on Pelosi, family for Taiwan visit

China slaps sanctions on Pelosi, family for Taiwan visit

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

China on Friday announced sanctions on US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and her immediate family members for her visit to Taiwan this week, disregarding the strident warnings from Beijing, asserting that it violated China's sovereignty and the "One China policy".

Can Modi Halt The Brutal Ukraine War?

Can Modi Halt The Brutal Ukraine War?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

India has maintained communication with both Russia and Ukraine. It is time Narendra Modi steps up on the world stage and plays the role of peacemaker, suggests military historian Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Bhim Singh, founder of J-K's Panthers Party, passes away

Bhim Singh, founder of J-K's Panthers Party, passes away

Rediff.com31 May 2022

Founder of Jammu and Kashmir National Panthers Party Prof Bhim Singh passed away in Jammu on Tuesday after being unwell for about a month. He was 81.

Libya: Air strike levels Gaddafi's compound

Libya: Air strike levels Gaddafi's compound

Rediff.com25 Apr 2011

A North Atlantic Treaty Organisation air strike destroyed buildings inside Muammar Gaddafi's office in the capital Tripoli on Monday as forces loyal to the embattled leader pounded western Misurata, despite the regime announcing halt to operations in the besieged city.

Fierce fighting rages in eastern Libya

Fierce fighting rages in eastern Libya

Rediff.com9 Apr 2011

Libyan rebel forces in besieged Misurata on Saturday pushed back the advancing Gaddafi troops amid fierce battle for the control of the key eastern town of Ajdabiya as African Union leaders embarked on a diplomatic mission to end the conflict.

Indian doctor abducted by IS rescued

Indian doctor abducted by IS rescued

Rediff.com22 Feb 2017

Dr Ramamurthy Kosanam was reportedly abducted by Islamic State terrorists in Libya nearly 18 months ago.

Iranian foreign minister raises anti-Prophet remarks during talks

Iranian foreign minister raises anti-Prophet remarks during talks

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held wide-ranging talks with his visiting Iranian counterpart Hossein Amir-Abdollahian on Wednesday against the backdrop of widespread anger in West Asia over controversial remarks on Prophet Mohammed made by two former Bharatiya Janata Party spokespersons.

US reaffirms support for India's membership to UNSC, NSG

US reaffirms support for India's membership to UNSC, NSG

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

The Biden administration has reaffirmed its commitment to support India's permanent membership in a reformed UN Security Council and New Delhi's entry to the Nuclear Suppliers' Group.

Messi goal gives Argentina win over Brazil

Messi goal gives Argentina win over Brazil

Rediff.com16 Nov 2019

Lionel Messi returned from international suspension to score the winner in Argentina's 1-0 victory over Brazil in Saudi Arabia on Friday.

'No bargaining over our nuclear weapons'

'No bargaining over our nuclear weapons'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

Kim Jong-un declared he would never surrender North Korea's nuclear weapons weapons even if his country faced 100 years of sanctions. Dr Rajaram Panda explains Pyongyang's new nuclear doctrine that makes the world a much more dangerous place.

Libya: Sons pave way for Gaddafi's exit

Libya: Sons pave way for Gaddafi's exit

Rediff.com4 Apr 2011

Hundreds of rebel fighters were been pulled out by sea as Muammar Gaddafi's forces were on the verge of overrunning the key western city of Misrata after routing all opposition attacks on the eastern front, as the country's strongman and his sons appeared to be looking for a way out of the conflict.

Libya: Fierce war on; Gaddafi rejects ceasefire

Libya: Fierce war on; Gaddafi rejects ceasefire

Rediff.com2 Apr 2011

Fierce fighting raged on Saturday between the rebels and troops loyal to Muammar Gaddafi for the control of the eastern oil town of Brega as the government of the embattled leader dismissed conditions for a ceasefire as "mad".

Gaddafi accountable for violence in Libya: Obama

Gaddafi accountable for violence in Libya: Obama

Rediff.com8 Mar 2011

Sending a tough message to Muammar Gaddafi, United States President Barack Obama on Monday said that the Libyan leader would be held accountable for any violence that happens in the country now.

Unabated bloodbath in Libya; West mulls sanctions

Unabated bloodbath in Libya; West mulls sanctions

Rediff.com25 Feb 2011

Libyan forces loyal to Muammar Gaddafi attacked anti-regime protesters with machine guns and rocket- propelled grenades at a mosque in Zawiyah leaving nearly 100 people dead, as outraged western nations on Friday prepared to slap sanctions against Tripoli.

Saif Gaddafi wants to be tried in Libya

Saif Gaddafi wants to be tried in Libya

Rediff.com12 Apr 2012

Slain Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi's son, Saif-al Islam has said that he wants to face trial for alleged crimes in his home country and not in the International Criminal Court in The Hague.