News for 'North Africa'

Tata Comm expands service to Egypt

Tata Comm expands service to Egypt

Rediff.com14 Apr 2008

Tata Communications said it has signed a partnership agreement with TE Data SAE for expanding its global VPN services to Egypt. TE Data SAE is a subsidiary of Telecom Egypt and is a leading P-based data communications carrier. Both the companies have interconnected their respective infrastructures, thus setting up multiple, network-to-network interconnection (NNI) points that would connect Tata Communications' European & Indian network hubs with TE Data's facilities in Egypt.

Major General S C N Jatar: An Unsung Hero

Major General S C N Jatar: An Unsung Hero

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

Major General S C N Jatar, who passed into the ages on Monday night, thwarted anti-national forces at the peak of the Assam agitation. Colonel Anil A Athale (retd) salutes this officer and gentleman.

Shivaji's Historic Escape From Agra

Shivaji's Historic Escape From Agra

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

In 1666, Shivaji Maharaj and his son Sambhaji escaped from the Agra Fort, one of the most miraculous escapes in India's history.

Indian-origin family in South Africa sentenced

Indian-origin family in South Africa sentenced

Rediff.com5 Sep 2005

Five members of the Lutchman family have been jailed for assaulting and robbing their neighbour five years ago.

Nehru: The Man Who Knew No Fear

Nehru: The Man Who Knew No Fear

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

On Jawaharlal Nehru's 134th birth anniversary, Utkarsh Mishra recounts incidents where the first prime minister showed exemplary courage, bravery and integrity.

FIFA WC: Why England start as favourites vs Senegal

FIFA WC: Why England start as favourites vs Senegal

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

If any England players need advice on scoring against an African team ahead of Sunday's clash, they need look no further than their manager Gareth Southgate.

China has not taken over one sq inch of our land in recent years: Ladakh LG

China has not taken over one sq inch of our land in recent years: Ladakh LG

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

Indian troops are defending every inch of the border with China and not even a single inch of land has been taken over by the neighbouring country in recent years, Ladakh Lt Governor Brig (retd) B D Mishra said on Thursday.

Religious groups cashing on WC frenzy

Religious groups cashing on WC frenzy

Rediff.com29 Jun 2006

Programmers in Middle East and North Africa are focusing on what Christ has meant in the lives of some famous soccer players

Tata Motors may set up car unit in Egypt

Tata Motors may set up car unit in Egypt

Rediff.com24 Apr 2007

Tata Motors may soon set up a car manufacturing unit in Egypt, North Africa. The car major is said to have held talks with an eight-member high-level delegation from Egypt.

How Kohli gets 'charged up' in challenging times...

How Kohli gets 'charged up' in challenging times...

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

One of the fittest athletes in the world, Virat Kohli said focusing on his diet and body helped him immensely.

Air Arabia to purchase 49 A320 carrier

Air Arabia to purchase 49 A320 carrier

Rediff.com15 Nov 2007

The low-cost carrier of West Asia and North Africa has signed a contract with Airbus for 34 A320 with an option for 15 more, Air Arabia said in a statement. The deal would more than triple the size of Air Arabia's fleet and underlines its stated ambition to increase its total operating fleet to over 50 aircraft by 2015.

India abstains from UN vote on Israel-Hamas conflict

India abstains from UN vote on Israel-Hamas conflict

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

The Jordanian-drafted resolution did not make any mention of the militant group Hamas, with the US expressing outrage at the "omission".

Football: Police ban on Juventus fans for Lukaku abuse

Football: Police ban on Juventus fans for Lukaku abuse

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Lukaku was subjected to abuse during the first leg at Juventus "before, during, and after the penalty" he scored to earn Inter a 1-1 draw, the player's representatives said.

China to set up military bases in Pakistan, says Pentagon report

China to set up military bases in Pakistan, says Pentagon report

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

Among others, China is developing the strategically located Gwadar port in Balochistan, which is aimed towards having a military presence, says a Pentagon report

Why Supreme Court Drags Feet On Important Matters

Why Supreme Court Drags Feet On Important Matters

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

For the longest time, the court did not even hear important matters that the government did not want it to. Of late, it has begun to form benches. Meanwhile a lot of the damage has been done and continues to be done, asserts Aakar Patel.

Air Arabia plans 6 flights to Mumbai

Air Arabia plans 6 flights to Mumbai

Rediff.com19 Jun 2006

Air Arabia, the low-cost airline in West Asia and North Africa, will increase its frequency between Sharjah and Mumbai by an additional six flights per week.

The Saudis, the Iranians and us

The Saudis, the Iranians and us

Rediff.com19 Nov 2013

Further deterioration of the US-Saudi relationship will have geo-economic and geopolitical effects, says Nitin Pai.

Remittances to India likely to see 23% drop: World Bank

Remittances to India likely to see 23% drop: World Bank

Rediff.com23 Apr 2020

Remittances to India are likely to drop by 23 per cent from USD 83 billion last year to USD 64 billion this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, which has resulted in a global recession, the World Bank has said. Globally remittances are projected to decline sharply by about 20 per cent this year due to the economic crisis induced by the pandemic and shutdowns, according to a World Bank report on the impact of the Covid-19 on migration and remittances released on Wednesday.

Is Putin Really A Tough Guy?

Is Putin Really A Tough Guy?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

The mixed narratives emerging from Russia undermine Mr Putin's position and authority even more than the actual facts, observes Mihir S Sharma.

Tata Steel gets green nod for S Africa project

Tata Steel gets green nod for S Africa project

Rediff.com10 Mar 2006

The steel plant is planned to set up in the Alton North light industrial area of Richards Bay, situated about 150 km north of Durban.

'Believe me, nobody can do reassurance better than Mr Modi'

'Believe me, nobody can do reassurance better than Mr Modi'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

'You ain't seen anything yet,' EAM Jaishankar says about the India-US relationship.

'Fee cut will harm IIM prestige'

'Fee cut will harm IIM prestige'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2004

"We cannot start reducing the best institutes, like the Indian Institute of Management, to the lowest common denominator," says Ravi Miglani.

India braces for driest August in 122 years

India braces for driest August in 122 years

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

Also, the monsoon this year may end up being the driest since 2015, which recorded a rainfall deficit of 13 per cent, they said.

3 martyred Indian peacekeepers to be conferred prestigious UN medal

3 martyred Indian peacekeepers to be conferred prestigious UN medal

Rediff.com23 May 2023

Three Indian peacekeepers, who lost their lives serving under the UN flag last year, are among the 103 military, police, and civilian peacekeepers who will be honoured posthumously with a prestigious medal in the United Nations for their service and supreme sacrifice in the line of duty.

Footballer jailed for plotting NATO base attack

Footballer jailed for plotting NATO base attack

Rediff.com30 Sep 2003

Nizar Trabelsi, who was born in Tunisia and played for Fortuna Duesseldorf in the 1980s, was planning to detonate a car bomb at the Kleine Brogel air base in Belgium.

Colombia reach first World Cup quarters; France advance

Colombia reach first World Cup quarters; France advance

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

While Catalina Usme fired Colombia to a 1-0 win over Jamaica, France entered the quarters with a win over Morocco.

Who Can Dethrone The US Dollar?

Who Can Dethrone The US Dollar?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Policymakers should aspire to restore the pre-Independence environment where the rupee was trusted and used all over South Asia, in Southeast Asia, in West Asia, and in East Africa, suggests Ajay Shah.

Why Were Flights On G20 Days Cancelled Last Minute?

Why Were Flights On G20 Days Cancelled Last Minute?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

'This kind of a last minute order creates immense problems for airlines.'

U19 World Cup: England first team to reach semis

U19 World Cup: England first team to reach semis

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

Jacob Bethell helped England advance to the semi-finals of the U19 World Cup in a six-wicket win over SA

Desi diplomat to assist US secretary Nisha Desai Biswal

Desi diplomat to assist US secretary Nisha Desai Biswal

Rediff.com18 Nov 2013

Atul Keshap, a senior Indian American career diplomat and one of the rising stars in the United States foreign service, has been picked by Nisha Desai Biswal, the newly appointed assistant secretary of state for South and Central Asian affairs, to be her deputy.

G20 Summit: Time For India To Raise Stature

G20 Summit: Time For India To Raise Stature

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

'The group commands 85 per cent of the global GDP, and if you are able to convey your point of view effectively to this group then you have reached more or less all the important players that matter.'

The 'Real' problem behind Ronaldo's topsy turvy form

The 'Real' problem behind Ronaldo's topsy turvy form

Rediff.com11 Dec 2015

Real Madrid star striker Cristiano Ronaldo has admitted that his 'personal problems' have been affecting his form this season but insisted that he will not be leaving the La Liga giants this summer.

Migrant boat sinks off Libyan coast, 117 bodies found

Migrant boat sinks off Libyan coast, 117 bodies found

Rediff.com4 Jun 2016

The bodies of 117 refugees have been recovered in the Mediterranean sea after a smuggling boat carrying mainly African migrants capsized off the coast of Libya

FIFA WC: Young Spain to take lessons on way out of Qatar

FIFA WC: Young Spain to take lessons on way out of Qatar

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

Gavi, 18, and Pedri, who turned 20 during the tournament, showed maturity beyond their years at the heart of the team's midfield, while strikers Ansu Fati and Nico Williams, both 20, looked full of potential when they came off the bench.

Peace is necessary, but...: Modi on China threat

Peace is necessary, but...: Modi on China threat

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

"We work with other countries to develop their capabilities and support their efforts to make free sovereign choices. More broadly, we aim to advance peace and stability in the region," he asserted.

Skymet predicts below-normal monsoon, drought in India

Skymet predicts below-normal monsoon, drought in India

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

India is likely to experience below-normal monsoon rainfall this year, with a 20 per cent chance of drought due to the end of La Nina conditions and the potential for El Nino to take hold, private forecasting agency Skymet Weather said on Monday.

Kite-Flying To Spymaster

Kite-Flying To Spymaster

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

Ravi Sinha is described as "highly tech-savvy", and credited with infusing modern technology in the field of intelligence collection.

Ex-China envoy Vikram Misri appointed deputy NSA

Ex-China envoy Vikram Misri appointed deputy NSA

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

The appointment of Misri, a 1989-batch Indian Foreign Service officer, came after he served as the Indian ambassador to China for nearly three years.

Where Indians Want To Travel To

Where Indians Want To Travel To

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

Domestically, Indians are exploring popular beach destinations, the hills of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, and the North-Eastern region as well.