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What's Pushing India-US Ties To Breaking Point?

What's Pushing India-US Ties To Breaking Point?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

The deal fell through over unresolved disagreements over contentious issues, mainly on agriculture and automotive sector tariffs.

Moscow-Goa flight lands in Guj after bomb threat, all flyers safe

Moscow-Goa flight lands in Guj after bomb threat, all flyers safe

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

A Goa Police officer said the flight which took off from Moscow and was supposed to land at the Dabolim airport was diverted to Jamnagar due to a bomb scare.

US drops Trump's envoy from Ukraine talks on Putin's request

US drops Trump's envoy from Ukraine talks on Putin's request

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

United States President Donald Trump's special envoy for Russia-Ukraine negotiations, Keith Kellogg, has been excluded from high-level discussions aimed at ending the war in Ukraine, according to a report in NBC News.

Indian delegation meets Taliban team in Moscow

Indian delegation meets Taliban team in Moscow

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

The Indian side expressed readiness to provide extensive humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan, Mujahid was quoted as saying by Afghanistan's Tolo News.

Wushu player Sadia wins gold in Moscow

Wushu player Sadia wins gold in Moscow

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

India's wushu player Sadia Tariq claimed a gold medal at a junior tournament in Moscow on Friday.

India May Wait Out Trump Tariffs

India May Wait Out Trump Tariffs

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

'Just as we cannot surrender the interests of our farmers and dairy industry, Trump is also looking for markets for the produce of the farmers in the Midwest, which are his support base.'

Diplomatic front against terror: Russia, Japan, UAE pledge support to India

Diplomatic front against terror: Russia, Japan, UAE pledge support to India

Rediff.com24 May 2025

India has secured international support in its fight against terrorism, with Russia, Japan, and the United Arab Emirates expressing solidarity and a commitment to working together to combat the threat. This follows a recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, India, which claimed 26 lives. Multi-party parliamentary delegations from India briefed the leaderships of these countries on Operation Sindoor, India's response to the attack, and discussed ways to enhance cooperation in counter-terrorism and combating radicalism. These developments highlight the growing global consensus against terrorism and the importance of international collaboration to address this shared challenge.

'India's Confidence In The US Is Shattered'

'India's Confidence In The US Is Shattered'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

'The current strain in the relationship is serious and likely to be long lasting.' 'Even if Trump suddenly changes his attitude toward India -- which he is entirely capable of doing -- it is unlikely that New Delhi will be able to pick up the pieces and respond as if nothing has happened.'

Will Putin Help Iran?

Will Putin Help Iran?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

On Monday, June 23, 2025, Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi in Moscow.

Russia, Ukraine hold first peace talks in over 3 years

Russia, Ukraine hold first peace talks in over 3 years

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Russian and Ukrainian negotiators convened in Istanbul on Friday for their first direct peace talks in over three years, amidst pressure from US President Donald Trump to resolve Europe's deadliest conflict since World War Two.

US penalty risk on Russian oil may add $9-11 bn to India's import bill

US penalty risk on Russian oil may add $9-11 bn to India's import bill

Rediff.com3 Aug 2025

India's annual oil import bill could rise by $9-11 billion if the country is compelled to move away from Russian crude in response to US threats of additional tariffs or penalties on Indian exports, analysts said. India, the world's third-largest oil consumer and importer, has reaped significant benefits by swiftly substituting market-priced oil with discounted Russian crude following Western sanctions on Moscow after its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.

Russia strikes Indian pharma warehouse in Ukraine

Russia strikes Indian pharma warehouse in Ukraine

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

A Russian missile struck a warehouse belonging to an Indian pharmaceutical company, Kusum, in Ukraine, according to the Ukrainian embassy in India. The embassy alleged that Russia, despite claiming a "special friendship" with India, deliberately targeted Indian businesses in Ukraine. The strike reportedly destroyed medicines intended for children and the elderly. This incident follows a similar attack on a major pharmaceuticals warehouse in Kyiv, which was destroyed by Russian drones, as reported by the UK's ambassador to Ukraine. Kusum Healthcare, the company whose warehouse was hit, has a presence in 29 countries, including Ukraine. This attack comes amidst ongoing tensions in the region as Russia continues its offensive against Ukraine, despite US efforts to push for a ceasefire. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha accused Russia of being the sole obstacle to peace and claimed that Moscow rejected a US-brokered proposal for a ceasefire.

Xi in Moscow for talks with Putin to 'end Ukraine war'

Xi in Moscow for talks with Putin to 'end Ukraine war'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

Ahead of his crucial talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Monday that his peace plan to end the raging Ukraine war takes into account the 'legitimate' concerns of all parties and reflects the broadest common understanding of the international community.

Now, Trump threatens India with 'secondary sanctions'

Now, Trump threatens India with 'secondary sanctions'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

United States President Donald Trump has said India is 'very close' to China in terms of its purchases of Russian oil and will pay tariffs of 50 per cent as he indicated that 'you are going to see so much secondary sanctions'.

India's imports of Russian oil under spotlight after Trump tariffs

India's imports of Russian oil under spotlight after Trump tariffs

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

From just 0.2 per cent before the Russia-Ukraine war to now accounting for 35-40 per cent of total crude imports, India's reliance on Russian oil has surged -- drawing fresh scrutiny with US President Donald Trump announcing a penalty on top of a 25 per cent tariff, or tax, on all goods going to the US.

Indian Corporate Refugees Say 'Dasvidania' to Moscow

Indian Corporate Refugees Say 'Dasvidania' to Moscow

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

'If a stranger refuses to pet my Russian dog, what treatment can I expect for myself?'

Another Indian dies in Ukraine war, MEA asks Russia to...

Another Indian dies in Ukraine war, MEA asks Russia to...

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

India on Tuesday pressed Russia to release all the Indians recruited by the Russian military, following the death of another Indian national in the Russia-Ukraine conflict zone, taking the death toll to 10.

Trump threatens steeper tariffs on India over Russian oil buy

Trump threatens steeper tariffs on India over Russian oil buy

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

"India is not only buying massive amounts of Russian Oil, they are then, for much of the Oil purchased, selling it on the Open Market for big profits," Trump said in a social media post on Monday.

'Modi first...': Kharge takes swipe at Tharoor as war escalates

'Modi first...': Kharge takes swipe at Tharoor as war escalates

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Soon after Kharge's remarks, Tharoor put out a cryptic post on X in which there was an image of a bird with the caption --"Don't ask permission to fly. The wings are yours. And the sky belongs to no one..."

Will secure, advance national interest: Goyal on Trump tariffs

Will secure, advance national interest: Goyal on Trump tariffs

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal assures Parliament that India will take necessary steps to protect its national interests following the US announcement of tariffs on Indian goods. The government is assessing the implications and engaging with stakeholders.

'Trump Admires Only Himself'

'Trump Admires Only Himself'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

'He may respect others, but he is unlikely to admire them'

History In 2 Minutes: Russia's V-Day

History In 2 Minutes: Russia's V-Day

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Victory Day marks the end of World War II when the Soviet Army defeated Nazi Germany and captured Berlin.

Modi speaks to Iranian President on phone after US strikes

Modi speaks to Iranian President on phone after US strikes

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday conveyed to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian India's 'deep concern' over Iran's conflict with Israel and called for immediate de-escalation of the situation through 'dialogue and diplomacy'.

India's Foreign Policy Needs Strategic Expansion

India's Foreign Policy Needs Strategic Expansion

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

The era where nations thrived through rigid alignments is giving way to an age where the connective State defines power. For India, that era has arrived, points out Dr Nishakant Ojha.

Putin Has To Tread Carefully With Trump

Putin Has To Tread Carefully With Trump

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

'There is no question that Putin's preference will be to avoid unpleasantness with Trump, leave alone a collision course,' observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Now, Tharoor says: 'Even a free bird must watch the sky'

Now, Tharoor says: 'Even a free bird must watch the sky'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

From 'the wings are yours' to 'even a free bird must watch the skies', the Shashi Tharoor-Congress rift took a turn towards what some termed a 'war of birds' on Thursday as party leader Manickam Tagore sought to establish the pecking order with an X message to his colleague.

Putin declares three-day ceasefire in Ukraine

Putin declares three-day ceasefire in Ukraine

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine starting from midnight of May 7-8 to mark the 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany's defeat in World War II. Putin urged the Kiev regime to follow suit, stating that the ceasefire will be in effect until midnight of May 10-11. Russia also reiterated its readiness for peace talks without preconditions and called for constructive interaction with international partners. The announcement comes as Russia prepares for its Victory Day celebrations on May 9, commemorating the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II.

'Have Modi And Trump Fallen Out?'

'Have Modi And Trump Fallen Out?'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

'We should watch -- in the near term -- for signs that the two have totally fallen out at a personal, political level.' 'Trump and Modi know how to be dealmakers, but they also know how to hold a grudge.'

When The Nazis Surrendered...

When The Nazis Surrendered...

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Victory in Europe Day is celebrated on May 8 each year to mark the formal acceptance by the Allies of Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender of its armed forces in World War II in 1945.

Putin-Trump discuss India, Pak conflict over phone call

Putin-Trump discuss India, Pak conflict over phone call

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

The recent conflict between India and Pakistan was among the issues figured during a phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump, according to a Kremlin aide.

Doping: Russian Guliyev to be stripped of 2012 Olympic medal

Doping: Russian Guliyev to be stripped of 2012 Olympic medal

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Ekaterina Guliyev is set to lose the 800 metres silver medal she won for Russia at the 2012 Olympics after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) dismissed her appeal against a four-year doping ban.

In call with Modi, Putin confirms India visit for summit

In call with Modi, Putin confirms India visit for summit

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin has accepted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's invitation to visit India for the annual high-level meeting as the two leaders held a telephone conversation, the Kremlin said on Monday.

'Pakistan Could Be Planning Something Against India'

'Pakistan Could Be Planning Something Against India'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

'We need to be very vigilant as we are passing through some fraught times.'

Russian Grandmaster Boris Spassky passes away at 88

Russian Grandmaster Boris Spassky passes away at 88

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Russian chess Grandmaster Boris Spassky, who took French nationality in 1978, was the 10th World chess champion, holding the title from 1969-1972, when he lost it to American Bobby Fischer in Reykjavik in a contest later dubbed as the "Match of the Century".

Independent countries...: Kanimozhi on Trump's India-Pak truce claim

Independent countries...: Kanimozhi on Trump's India-Pak truce claim

Rediff.com25 May 2025

The delegation will now head to Ljubljana, capital of Slovenia, where they are expected to arrive on Sunday. Member of the delegation, Brijesh Chowta left earlier for Ljubljana.

'This planet belongs to everyone, it isn't a sole preserve'

'This planet belongs to everyone, it isn't a sole preserve'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

'As humans, we haven't changed much'

Ostracized by Wimbledon, Russians back Moscow-born Rybakina in final

Ostracized by Wimbledon, Russians back Moscow-born Rybakina in final

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

Russians scoffed at Wimbledon's efforts to keep their compatriots out of the tournament after Moscow-born Elena Rybakina became the first player representing Kazakhstan to reach a Grand Slam final.

Ukraine's biggest air attack destroys 40 Russian warplanes

Ukraine's biggest air attack destroys 40 Russian warplanes

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Ukrainian forces conducted large-scale drone strikes on several air bases deep inside Russia, destroying multiple combat planes, Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) said on Sunday.

Pakistan Upgrading Nukes To Counter India: US

Pakistan Upgrading Nukes To Counter India: US

Rediff.com27 May 2025

The US intelligence assessment highlights Pakistan's near-certain procurement of weapons of mass destruction-applicable goods from foreign suppliers, primarily through Chinese support.

What A Day For Imran To Be in Moscow!

What A Day For Imran To Be in Moscow!

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

On the day Russia invaded Ukraine, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan was in Moscow for the first trip by a Pakistani PM in 23 years.