News for 'Norway'

Dr Singh discusses custody row with Norway PM

Dr Singh discusses custody row with Norway PM

Rediff.com26 Mar 2012

India is keen to find an "amicable" and "good" solution to the custody battle of two young Indian children in Norway within the ambit of the law, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday told his Norwegian counterpart.

Chess training may look cheap but it's expensive: Pragg calls for larger support

Chess training may look cheap but it's expensive: Pragg calls for larger support

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Young Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa on Friday called for a robust financial backing for chess, debunking the common concept that players require minimal monetary support to train and excel in the sport.

The Top Performers Of 2023

The Top Performers Of 2023

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

2023 has seen some beautiful performances in films that released on OTT as well as in theatres.

'Norway police fired a total of two shots in 2014'

'Norway police fired a total of two shots in 2014'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

While newspapers and TV channels discuss fratricide and fake encounters in India, here's an astonishing report from Norway.

PIX: Canada win men's sprint relay as US blow it; Chebet double

PIX: Canada win men's sprint relay as US blow it; Chebet double

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

Images from the athletics action at Stade de France, Saint-Denis, Paris, on Friday.

Pak wants Norway to resolve disputes with India

Pak wants Norway to resolve disputes with India

Rediff.com14 Dec 2006

Norway had in the past expressed its wish to mediate between India and Pakistan and was willing to do so if both sides wanted it.

Why Is Jim Sarbh Dressed Like A King?

Why Is Jim Sarbh Dressed Like A King?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Clad from head-to-toe in all-white, he was a dashing showstopper.

Paris Olympic 2024 Games Schedule

Paris Olympic 2024 Games Schedule

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

With a jam-packed schedule brimming with both legendary athletes and captivating storylines, Paris 2024 promises unforgettable moments.

PHOTOS: Inside Norway's luxurious Halden jail

PHOTOS: Inside Norway's luxurious Halden jail

Rediff.com29 Jul 2011

Halden prison could be the home, if convicted, of Norwegian gunman Anders Behring Breivik who killed dozens of people in a bomb attack and shooting spree. But it could be home that Breivik would love to spend time in.

Winter Olympics sidelights: Norway and its 'eggstraordinary' menu

Winter Olympics sidelights: Norway and its 'eggstraordinary' menu

Rediff.com8 Feb 2018

After taking receipt of 15,000 eggs instead of the 1,500 they wanted, Norway's team at this month's Pyeongchang Winter Olympics may have a pretty limited menu

Gukesh strikes back with victories over Pragg, Keymer in Warsaw

Gukesh strikes back with victories over Pragg, Keymer in Warsaw

Rediff.com9 May 2024

D Gukesh struck back after recovering from a sedate start to defeat compatriot R Praggnanandhaa and Vincent Keymer in the Superbet rapid and blitz tournament

Germany hoping to outgun Norway in women's final

Germany hoping to outgun Norway in women's final

Rediff.com18 Jun 2005

World champions Germany are favourites in their fourth successive European wonen's final on Sunday.

Two NRI children held by Norway return to India

Two NRI children held by Norway return to India

Rediff.com24 Apr 2012

The two children of a Non-Resident Indian couple in Norway, who had been taken away by country's Child Welfare Service last year and kept in foster care, on Tuesday returned to India. After months of custody row that saw India stepping up diplomatic pressure on Norway to send back the children a Norwegian court on Monday had handed over the custody of the two children to their paternal uncle.

India, Norway to boost trade

India, Norway to boost trade

Rediff.com2 Nov 2006

After initiating talks with the European Union for a trade agreement, India has now started talks with non-EU countries such as Norway to boost trade and investment flows.

Norway case: India can diplomatically 'do something'

Norway case: India can diplomatically 'do something'

Rediff.com3 Dec 2012

India can diplomatically 'do something' in the alleged child abuse case involving an Indian couple in Norway, Overseas Indian Affairs Minister Vayalar Ravi said on Monday.

Sri Lanka situation dangerous: Norway

Sri Lanka situation dangerous: Norway

Rediff.com27 May 2006

After his visit to Sri Lanka, Norway's top peace envoy Erik Solheim on Saturday said the situation in the island nation was "dangerous".

AstraZeneca's COVID-19 Vaccine: The TTS Factor

AstraZeneca's COVID-19 Vaccine: The TTS Factor

Rediff.com1 May 2024

'It is admitted that the AZ vaccine can, in very rare cases, cause TTS.'

Ananya, Janhvi, Kiara Get Gorgeous

Ananya, Janhvi, Kiara Get Gorgeous

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

The Pinkvilla Screen and Style Icons Awards were held in Mumbai, and Bollywood suitably glammed up for the night.

HC order on Norway children's case tomorrow

HC order on Norway children's case tomorrow

Rediff.com9 Jan 2013

The Calcutta high court on Wednesday concluded hearing of the case for custody of the two children, Abhigyan and Aishwarya sent back to India from Norway in the foster care of their uncle, with the order to be delivered on Thursday.

Norway child abuse case: Indian couple charged

Norway child abuse case: Indian couple charged

Rediff.com1 Dec 2012

The Indian couple arrested in Oslo, Norway, in an alleged child abuse case have been charged with "gross repeated maltreatment" of their child for which the prosecution has proposed a minimum sentence of one year and three months for the parents.

Despite shrinking discounts, Russian crude flow to India may continue

Despite shrinking discounts, Russian crude flow to India may continue

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

Despite discounts on Russian crude oil - which fell to the lowest since the Ukraine war began - and the rising sanctions, import volumes from the country will remain stable for now or at least till July, said refinery officials. "There is an appetite for Russian crude, and shipments are not expected to taper off beyond this point unless something major happens. "Talks are on, and buying will continue," an official at a major refinery said.

Women's World Cup PIX: Philippines shock NZ; Colombia blank S Korea

Women's World Cup PIX: Philippines shock NZ; Colombia blank S Korea

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

Sarina Bolden headed the winner as the Philippines spoiled co-hosts New Zealand's party

Former Utd hero Solskjaer first in Norway's Hall of Fame

Former Utd hero Solskjaer first in Norway's Hall of Fame

Rediff.com27 Nov 2012

Former Norway and Manchester United striker Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who enjoyed a glittering career as a player before becoming a successful manager, is the first to be inducted into the country's Hall of Fame, it was announced on Monday.

Norway's Hushovd wins Tour stage

Norway's Hushovd wins Tour stage

Rediff.com12 Jul 2004

Thor Hushovd beat Luxembourg's Kim Kirchen and German Erik Zabel to win the 168-km eighth stage victory at the Tour de France.

Norway custody row: 'Our grandkids are traumatised'

Norway custody row: 'Our grandkids are traumatised'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2012

Grandparents of the two children now growing up in a foster home in Norway demand that they be allowed to return to India.

Norway kids row: Family members meet Krishna

Norway kids row: Family members meet Krishna

Rediff.com28 Feb 2012

Family members of the two Indian children lodged in a foster home in Norway on Tuesday met External Affairs Minister S M Krishna, who assured them that the children would be brought home at any cost.

Nadal still the ultimate test, says Monte Carlo champ Tsitsipas

Nadal still the ultimate test, says Monte Carlo champ Tsitsipas

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

Tsitsipas made short work of Norwegian eighth seed Casper Ruud as he seized a third Monte Carlo Masters title in four years with a 6-1, 6-4 victory on Sunday.

Ananya, Alia, Adah Win Awards

Ananya, Alia, Adah Win Awards

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

While Hollywood attended the Oscars on Sunday night, film folk back home were busy getting glam for the Zee Cine Awards in Mumbai.

French Open PIX: Zheng ousts Cornet; Rybakina advances

French Open PIX: Zheng ousts Cornet; Rybakina advances

Rediff.com28 May 2024

Images from Day 3 of the 2024 French Open at Roland Garros in Paris on Tuesday.

'Bombay Has An Intoxicating Personality'

'Bombay Has An Intoxicating Personality'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

'It's such a mishmash of wonderful things, so many different cultures, subsections of society and weird histories.'

Norway mass murderer's connection to Varanasi weaver

Norway mass murderer's connection to Varanasi weaver

Rediff.com27 Jul 2011

The recent terror attack in Norway that left 76 people dead in Oslo has a remote link with a temple town located thousands of miles away -- Varanasi.

India still trying to get children in Norway back home

India still trying to get children in Norway back home

Rediff.com29 Mar 2012

The two Indian children, who have been placed in emergency foster care in Norway since May, could come back after a court hearing there in June, Lok Sabha was informed on Thursday. "We are taking it up, putting pressure on (Norway). Indications are that they might be back in June, (they will be) in their natural habitat. We would like to see the children back in their natural habitat," Minister of State for External Affairs Preneet Kaur said.

India puts visit of MEA official to Norway on hold

India puts visit of MEA official to Norway on hold

Rediff.com21 Mar 2012

The government has put on hold the visit of a senior external affairs ministry official to Norway in connection with the child custody case amid reports that there were differences between the parents. "The government has tried its best to bring the children home so that they have a future in the country. But a new situation has developed, we cannot interfere. The visit of a joint secretary (to Norway) has been postponed," Minister of State Preneet Kaur said.

This Film Will Represent India At Oscars

This Film Will Represent India At Oscars

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

2018: Everyone Is A Hero is India's official entry to the Academy Awards 2024.

Does Your Child Throw Tantrums?

Does Your Child Throw Tantrums?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

rediffGURU Aruna Agarwal offers parenting advice.

FIFA Women's World Cup PIX: Japan, Spain march into quarters

FIFA Women's World Cup PIX: Japan, Spain march into quarters

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

Hinata Miyazawa scored her fifth goal of the tournament as Japan beat Norway 3-1 in a clash of former champions on Saturday to reach the quarter-finals of the Women's World Cup.

Norway Chess: Another draw for Anand, slips to joint 5th

Norway Chess: Another draw for Anand, slips to joint 5th

Rediff.com15 May 2013

World champion Viswanathan Anand let Russian Sergey Karjakin off the hook and drew after a stellar performance in the sixth round of Norway Chess 2013 Super Tournament in Sandnes, Norway.

Norway Chess: Anand loses to Carlsen, finishes fifth in blitz

Norway Chess: Anand loses to Carlsen, finishes fifth in blitz

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

Indian Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand lost to World champion Magnus Carlsen from a winning position to finish fifth in the blitz event that acts as a curtain raiser for the Norway Chess tournament which begins in Stavanger, on Tuesday.

Norway Chess: Anand settles for another draw

Norway Chess: Anand settles for another draw

Rediff.com19 Jun 2015

Viswanathan Anand's hunt for the elusive victory continued as he was again held to a draw by Alexander Grischuk.

Dutch beat Norway 2-0 to maintain perfect record

Dutch beat Norway 2-0 to maintain perfect record

Rediff.com11 Jun 2009

Andre Ooijer and Arjen Robben scored to earn the Netherlands a 2-0 home victory over Norway and maintain their perfect record in World Cup qualifying Group Nine on Wednesday.