News for 'North Korea'

How much is a North Korean athlete worth?

How much is a North Korean athlete worth?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2018

North Korean have proven to be priceless when measured in diplomatic currency at South Korea's Winter Games

US '100 per cent' behind Japan: Trump after N Korea missile launch

US '100 per cent' behind Japan: Trump after N Korea missile launch

Rediff.com12 Feb 2017

Seoul said North Korea launched the missile apparently to 'provoke' Trump.

UN expert calls for international pressure on N Korea over abductions

UN expert calls for international pressure on N Korea over abductions

Rediff.com10 Mar 2015

A United Nations human rights investigator has recommended that international pressure be put on North Korea as part of a multi-pronged strategy to know the fate of hundreds of foreign nationals allegedly abducted by it.

Will These Films Win An Oscar?

Will These Films Win An Oscar?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

The festival's People's Choice Award, voted by the audience, is a strong indication of films that can eventually be nominated and even win Oscars. Twelve of the last 15 People's Choice winners have received Best Picture Oscar nominations.

Is South Korea gearing up for war?

Is South Korea gearing up for war?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2016

The United States and South Korea conducted a big military exercise, storming a simulated North Korean beach defense as tensions on the Korean Peninsula continue to rise.

World Cup '26: Japan, Iran top Asian qualifying charts

World Cup '26: Japan, Iran top Asian qualifying charts

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Japan's march to the 2026 World Cup continued on Tuesday as Hajime Moriyasu's side handed China a 3-1 defeat in Xiamen while Iran eked out a late 3-2 win over Kyrgyzstan and South Korea were held to a 1-1 draw by Palestine.

US should hold talks with N Korea: Ban Ki-moon

US should hold talks with N Korea: Ban Ki-moon

Rediff.com16 Oct 2006

Despite China's reservations, Ban said he believes Saturday's resolution imposing sanctions will be fully enforced.

US warns N Korea against second test

US warns N Korea against second test

Rediff.com18 Oct 2006

US television reports said American spy satellites have detected vehicle movements in the North that may signal preparations for another test.

Bill Clinton gets journos released, leaves N Korea

Bill Clinton gets journos released, leaves N Korea

Rediff.com5 Aug 2009

"President Clinton has safely left North Korea with Laura Ling and Euna Lee," said Matt McKenna, spokesman for Bill Clinton. Clinton apologised to Kim Jong-Il for the behaviour of the two women journalists after which they were released, North Korea media reported.

Khan saw North Korean nukes

Khan saw North Korean nukes

Rediff.com14 Apr 2004

The Pakistani nuclear scientist reportedly claimed he was shown the devices at a secret underground plant when he visited North Korea five years ago.

Jena pulls out of NC Classic 2025

Jena pulls out of NC Classic 2025

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

On June 6, Poland's Martin Konecny had replaced Asian Games bronze medallist Genki Dean of Japan as the organisers confirmed the 12-man entry list for the rescheduled event.

US denies report about diplomats visiting N Korea

US denies report about diplomats visiting N Korea

Rediff.com26 Aug 2009

Amidst reports that North Korea has invited top American diplomats to Pyongyang for a bilateral dialogue, the United States has asserted that there is no such plan for its officials to travel to the country. The Barack Obama administration also reiterated its condition for having any bilateral dialogue with North Korea within the framework of six-party talks.

Why Do We Believe Israel, And Not Iran?

Why Do We Believe Israel, And Not Iran?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

At the end of the day, for many worldwide, the ongoing mutual attacks between Israel and Iran would seem a contest devoid of any moral high ground and only a bout between two ordinary adversaries, one that nevertheless risks spinning out of control into a larger conflagration, notes Shyam G Menon.

N Korea to shut down largest reactor

N Korea to shut down largest reactor

Rediff.com26 Jun 2007

The IAEA has been asked to negotiate the terms for monitoring North Korea's shutdown of the Yongbyon facility.

Koreas to march together in Athens

Koreas to march together in Athens

Rediff.com25 Feb 2004

South and North Korea will also begin talks about fielding a unified team for the 2008 Games in Beijing.

N Korea nukes: Pak statement backs US claims

N Korea nukes: Pak statement backs US claims

Rediff.com26 Aug 2005

Musharraf's statement backs US claims on N Korea's nuke plans

N Korea helping Iran prepare nuke test: Report

N Korea helping Iran prepare nuke test: Report

Rediff.com24 Jan 2007

Iranian advisers regularly visit North Korea to participate in missile tests.

'N Korea bribed Pak military for nuclear know how'

'N Korea bribed Pak military for nuclear know how'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2011

North Korea paid several million dollars to top Pakistani Army officials to gain access to secret nuclear technology and sensitive equipments required in manufacturing a nuclear bomb, disgraced nuclear scientist A Q Khan has claimed by releasing a secret letter in this regard, a major American daily has reported.

Tyrants' Day Out: When Putin Met Kim

Tyrants' Day Out: When Putin Met Kim

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean Dictator Kim Jong Un met at a remote space centre in Russia's Far East region Amur on Wednesday, September 13, 2023.

Stop artillery attack on S Korea, US tells N Korea

Stop artillery attack on S Korea, US tells N Korea

Rediff.com23 Nov 2010

The United States on Tuesday "strongly condemned" North Korea's artillery attack against the South Korean island of Yeonpyeong, as Washington warned that it was firmly committed to the defense of our ally.

WC Qualifiers: Aus seal spot; Uruguay close in

WC Qualifiers: Aus seal spot; Uruguay close in

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Saudi Arabia took third place in Group C and will feature in a fourth phase of qualifiers in October alongside Indonesia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Iraq and Oman.

N Korea may get light water reactor

N Korea may get light water reactor

Rediff.com20 Sep 2005

It is a theoretical proposition in the future, contingent on dismantling having taken place, realigning up to the NPT and having IAEA safeguards in place

Why's Kim Jong Un Looking Thrilled?

Why's Kim Jong Un Looking Thrilled?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

Glimpses of North Korean tyrant Kim Jong Un at the 'high-thrust solid-fuel motor' test as part of the development of a new strategic weapon.

WazirX Seeks FBI Help To Recover $230M

WazirX Seeks FBI Help To Recover $230M

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

WazirX lost about 45 per cent of its crypto assets to the security breach. People privy to the discussions say North Korea has been mentioned.

Jimmy Carter gets American hostage out of N Korea

Jimmy Carter gets American hostage out of N Korea

Rediff.com27 Aug 2010

Former United States President Jimmy Carter on Friday flew out of North Korea after securing the release of American national Aijalon Gomes, who was jailed in the Communist state for illegal entry into the country. 'Former President Jimmy Carter announced that he is leaving Pyongyang, North Korea, this morning accompanied by Aijalon Mahli Gomes,' said a statement issued by the Carter Center late Thursday night

Two Koreas squabble over anthem

Two Koreas squabble over anthem

Rediff.com12 Feb 2008

North and South Korea are at loggerheads over which national anthems and flags will be used when the two countries meet in a World Cup qualifier next month.

200 dead after tunnel collapses at North Korean nuclear test site

200 dead after tunnel collapses at North Korean nuclear test site

Rediff.com31 Oct 2017

The tunnel was being built at the Punggye-ri test site when it collapsed.

Trump@6 Months: Resetting The Global Order

Trump@6 Months: Resetting The Global Order

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

In the short run, the Trump presidency has already ensured one thing: The assumptions of the past can no longer guide the strategies of the future, points out Manish Dabhade.

IN PICS: Man who turned North Korea into a nuclear state

IN PICS: Man who turned North Korea into a nuclear state

Rediff.com19 Dec 2011

He was heard about, revered and feared in equal measure, but the ruler of the world's most secretive regime was rarely seen in public. Kim Jong-il, who led the communist nation since the death of his father in 1994, died on a train while visiting an area outside Pyongyang, the capital.

Olympics: Vinesh runs into defending champ in opening bout

Olympics: Vinesh runs into defending champ in opening bout

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

Injured Nisha Dahiya taken for wrist scan

N Korea nuke test a development of serious concern

N Korea nuke test a development of serious concern

Rediff.com25 May 2009

India on Monday voiced its worries over the underground nuclear test carried out by North Korea, terming it a 'development of serious concern'. He was asked how India viewed the announcement by North Korea that it has 'successfully' conducted one more underground nuclear test on May 25 as part of the measures to bolster its nuclear deterrent for self-defence.

Will not accept N Korea as a nuclear state: White House

Will not accept N Korea as a nuclear state: White House

Rediff.com19 Mar 2013

The United States will not accept North Korea as a nuclear power, the White House asserted, as the Pentagon took steps along with its regional allies to thwart off any misadventure from Pyongyang. "The United States will not accept North Korea as a nuclear state, nor will we stand by while it seeks to develop a nuclear-armed missile that can target the United States," White House Press Secretary Jay Carney told reporters on Monday.

Ahead of 2nd summit, Trump says no rush to see North Korea denuclearise

Ahead of 2nd summit, Trump says no rush to see North Korea denuclearise

Rediff.com20 Feb 2019

"We will soon find out. I'm in no rush. There's no testing... If you look at the end of the Obama administration, it was a disaster. What was going on. You don't have that right now. It's a much different feeling. I think people have...there's always danger, but I think people have much different feeling," he said.

India The Diplomatic Ambassador In Global Crises

India The Diplomatic Ambassador In Global Crises

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

Times have changed, situations have changed, but the basic nature of superpower geo-politics remains the same and so also India's diplomacy -- call it non-alignment, strategic autonomy or neutrality; it all depends on the time scale, notes Rup Narayan Das.

N Korea to dismantle N-programme for energy aid

N Korea to dismantle N-programme for energy aid

Rediff.com13 Feb 2007

The parties agreed to the provision of emergency energy assistance to North Korea in the initial phase, and aid equivalent to 50,000 tonnes of heavy fuel oil will also commence within 60 days, the statement said.

Kim Jong-Un: The little known ruler of unpredictable N Korea

Kim Jong-Un: The little known ruler of unpredictable N Korea

Rediff.com20 Dec 2011

Till 2009, his name had never figured even in rumours as a possible successor to North Korea's Kim Jong-il. And today after his father's death the 28-year-old Kim Jong-Un has been dubbed as the 'great successor' leaving all of Asia and United States anxious.

Asian Games: Gymnast Pranati advances to finals

Asian Games: Gymnast Pranati advances to finals

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

The Indian gymnast also secured a position in 18 competitors selected to compete in the women's all-round final which will take place on Wednesday, September 27.

Sports shorts: Koreas could parade together at Winter Olympics

Sports shorts: Koreas could parade together at Winter Olympics

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

The two countries, technically still at war after their 1950-53 conflict ended with a truce, agreed on Tuesday that North Korea would send a large delegation across the border to next month's Games.

Canada lists India as cyberthreat, MEA reacts strongly

Canada lists India as cyberthreat, MEA reacts strongly

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

While there was no mention of India in the National Cyber Threat Assessment reports of 2018, 2020 and 2023-24, the 2025-26 assessment mentions India -- along with China, Russia, Iran and North Korea -- in the 'Cyber threat from state adversaries' section that introduces the state cyber threat ecosystem and discusses the cyber threats to Canada.

N Korea may be preparing for another N-test: US

N Korea may be preparing for another N-test: US

Rediff.com5 Jan 2007

"We think they've put everything in place to conduct a test without any notice or warning."