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N Korea conducts first ever nuke test

N Korea conducts first ever nuke test

Rediff.com9 Oct 2006

The power of the blast has not been officially confirmed, but the state-run Korea Institute of Geoscience and Mineral Resources said it was small, equivalent to around 550 tons of TNT explosives.

South Korean President declares emergency amid political crisis

South Korean President declares emergency amid political crisis

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

South Korean declared an 'emergency martial law' on Tuesday with President Yoon Suk Yeol, accusing the opposition of plotting an 'insurgency' and 'trying to overthrow the free democracy' in the country, as reported by the New York Times.

Will Japan's Iron Lady Deepen India-Japan Ties?

Will Japan's Iron Lady Deepen India-Japan Ties?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

As a protege of Shinzo Abe, Takaichi is expected to scale bilateral ties much higher. Trade and investment shall grow. People-to-people contacts shall be scaled up, points out Dr Rajaram Panda.

V K Singh in N Korea, in 1st high-level visit from India in 20 years

V K Singh in N Korea, in 1st high-level visit from India in 20 years

Rediff.com16 May 2018

The MEA said Singh's visit to Pyongyang was at the invitation of North Korean government.

The Family Man Or The Kapoors: What Will You Watch On OTT?

The Family Man Or The Kapoors: What Will You Watch On OTT?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

From India's entry to the Oscars to the foodie flamboyance of Bollywood's first family to Srikant Tiwari's hope for a hat-trick and Korean entertainment in deeply dark mode, it's raining OTT goodies this week.

Big names, new faces: Who's confirmed for FIFA World Cup 2026

Big names, new faces: Who's confirmed for FIFA World Cup 2026

Rediff.com19 Nov 2025

The teams that have qualified for the 2026 World Cup, to be hosted by the US, Mexico and Canada from June 11 to July 19.

China is top military, cyber threat, says US intelligence

China is top military, cyber threat, says US intelligence

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

US intelligence agencies have identified China as the primary military and cyber threat to the US, noting that it continues to enhance its capabilities to potentially take control of Taiwan, according to a report by Taipei Times.

N Korea: US turns to China

N Korea: US turns to China

Rediff.com12 May 2005

Washington hopes China will convince Pyongyang not to conduct a nuclear test.

Hagel discusses N Korea threat with Chinese counterpart

Hagel discusses N Korea threat with Chinese counterpart

Rediff.com3 Apr 2013

United States Defence Secretary Chuck Hagel on Wednesday discussed with his new Chinese counterpart General Chang Wanquan the emerging threat from North Korea, which has threatened to hit American bases in Hawaii and Guam.

Trump suggests demilitarised zone in South Korea as venue for talks with Kim

Trump suggests demilitarised zone in South Korea as venue for talks with Kim

Rediff.com30 Apr 2018

White House officials have been discussing sites as far-flung as Singapore and Mongolia for the planned meeting between Trump and Kim.

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.

Asian Games: Sutirtha-Ayhika sign off with bronze for India's only TT medal

Asian Games: Sutirtha-Ayhika sign off with bronze for India's only TT medal

Rediff.com2 Oct 2023

Sutirtha and Ayhika had shocked the reigning world champion Chinese pair of Chen Meng and Yidi Wang in the quarter-finals.

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.

Putin to visit India, dates being worked out

Putin to visit India, dates being worked out

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has confirmed that President Vladimir Putin has accepted an invitation from Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit India. The visit is currently being prepared, though the dates have not yet been revealed. This visit follows Prime Minister Modi's trip to Russia in July 2024, his first since 2019. The two leaders have maintained regular contact and have emphasized the strength of the Russian-Indian strategic partnership.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'India Should Move Quickly As Conditions Change'

'India Should Move Quickly As Conditions Change'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

'The real story of 2025 is that India officially stopped being a 'market of the future' and started acting as the world's primary economic engine.'

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.

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

Kim Jong Un Asks Navy To Be Battle Ready

Kim Jong Un Asks Navy To Be Battle Ready

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited the Korean People's Army's naval command, accompanied by his daughter.

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.

Japan first nation to qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Japan first nation to qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

The win guarantees Japan a top-two finish in the standings and sees them qualify for an eighth straight World Cup.

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.

'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.

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

'If IAF Had Been Used During 1962 War...'

'If IAF Had Been Used During 1962 War...'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan says the Indian Air Force would have slowed the Chinese offensive considerably during the 1962 War.

History in Minutes: When Nehru's Kerchief Became Sudan's Flag

History in Minutes: When Nehru's Kerchief Became Sudan's Flag

Rediff.com27 May 2025

On Jawaharlal Nehru's 61st death anniversary, Utkarsh Mishra recalls how India's first prime minister cultivated a unique role for the newly independent country on the world stage.

'Indians Are Better Suited Than Most Other Countries'

'Indians Are Better Suited Than Most Other Countries'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

'Because of the size and complexity of the economy, we can address almost every job that is there, from agriculture farming to healthcare.'

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

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.

Where You Can Watch Nani's HIT 3 On OTT

Where You Can Watch Nani's HIT 3 On OTT

Rediff.com30 May 2025

A Bob Dylan biopic, Mohanlal's vendetta, super serious Suriya and more on OTT this week.

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.

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.