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World leaders extend condolences over Morbi bridge collapse

World leaders extend condolences over Morbi bridge collapse

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

In his condolence message, Israeli Prime Minister Lapid said that the thoughts and prayers of all Israelis are with the people of India following yesterday's devastating bridge collapse in Gujarat.

Will Ukraine war reference wreck consensus at India-hosted G20 FMs' meet too?

Will Ukraine war reference wreck consensus at India-hosted G20 FMs' meet too?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

Foreign ministers of G20 major economies will meet in the national capital on March 1 and 2 to deliberate on pressing global challenges amid escalating confrontation between Russia and the West over the Ukraine conflict that entered the second year this week.

'Please be patient': Adar Poonawalla to nations waiting for Covishield

'Please be patient': Adar Poonawalla to nations waiting for Covishield

Rediff.com21 Feb 2021

Apart from making efforts to meet the requirements of India, the company is also trying its best to balance the needs of the rest of the world, he added.

Modi to discuss 'key issues' with G20 leaders in Bali

Modi to discuss 'key issues' with G20 leaders in Bali

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

In a statement ahead of his visit to the Indonesian city for the G20 leaders' summit, Modi said he will also highlight India's achievements and its 'unwavering commitment' to collectively address key global issues.

'India is China's prime military target'

'India is China's prime military target'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

'On the LAC, China can undertake military action at any place with much fewer resources. It can do 'salami slicing'.'

G20 summit: Delhi civic body makes big plans to fight dengue

G20 summit: Delhi civic body makes big plans to fight dengue

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

Municipal authorities have envisioned a comprehensive and pro-active plan to combat dengue this year with focussed fumigation at monument sites and markets in Delhi, which will host the G20 summit in September.

Global nuclear warhead stockpile appears to be growing: SIPRI

Global nuclear warhead stockpile appears to be growing: SIPRI

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

The nine nuclear-armed states -- the United States, Russia, the United Kingdom, France, China, India, Pakistan, Israel and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea) -- together possessed an estimated 13,080 nuclear weapons at the start of 2021.

UNHRC votes against Sri Lanka's rights record, India abstains

UNHRC votes against Sri Lanka's rights record, India abstains

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

India on Thursday abstained on a draft resolution in the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva on promoting reconciliation, accountability and human rights in Sri Lanka which was adopted.

Medals Table: Tokyo Paralympics

Medals Table: Tokyo Paralympics

Rediff.com5 Sep 2021

The medals tally at the Paralympic Games in Tokyo.

Ukraine war an important point of discussion at G20 FMs' meet: India

Ukraine war an important point of discussion at G20 FMs' meet: India

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra on Wednesday refused to speculate on whether the G20 foreign ministers' meeting would be able to come out with a joint communique against the backdrop of widening differences between the West and Russia on the Ukraine conflict.

Why the South Korean president came calling

Why the South Korean president came calling

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

Moon Jae-in's visit will play a crucial role in exploring complementarities between India's Act East policy and South Korea's New Southern policy, says Dr Rahul Mishra.

Low expectations from first face-to-face Biden-Xi meeting at G20 Summit

Low expectations from first face-to-face Biden-Xi meeting at G20 Summit

Rediff.com12 Nov 2022

Rather, cold reactions are expected considering the contentious issues the US is bound to raise -- Taiwan, human rights, and North Korea.

ISRO successfully launches PSLV-C53 with 3 Singapore satellites onboard

ISRO successfully launches PSLV-C53 with 3 Singapore satellites onboard

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

On Thursday, the four-stage, 44.4 metre tall PSLV-C53 that blasted off from the second launch pad of Satish Dhawan Space Centre and placed the three Singapore satellites--DS-EO, NeuSAR and SCOOB-1 in intended orbit.

Pak out of FATF grey list after 4 years, big relief to cash-strapped country

Pak out of FATF grey list after 4 years, big relief to cash-strapped country

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

Significantly, for the first time, the FATF put Myanmar in the "high risk jurisdictions subject to a call for action", often referred to as the watchdog's black list.

Biden, Xi come face to face for the 1st time amid tension over Taiwan

Biden, Xi come face to face for the 1st time amid tension over Taiwan

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Biden and Xi shook hands and greeted each other with smiles, standing in front of a row of US and Chinese flags.

China Is Net Gainer In Ukraine War

China Is Net Gainer In Ukraine War

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

The unalloyed truth about the Ukraine-Russia conflict is that it is a war that Russia cannot lose and Ukraine cannot win, observes Colonel Anil Athale (retd).

Ahead of visit, Pompeo says US-India ties 'incredibly important'

Ahead of visit, Pompeo says US-India ties 'incredibly important'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2019

Pompeo would leave for New Delhi on June 24.

Tokyo Games: AMAZING Pix!

Tokyo Games: AMAZING Pix!

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

Capturing the drama at the 2020 Olympics

Tokyo Games: SPECTACULAR Pix!

Tokyo Games: SPECTACULAR Pix!

Rediff.com4 Aug 2021

Capturing the drama on Day 11 at the Tokyo Olympics.

Jaishankar meets Blinken, Lavrov in Bali; talks focus on Ukraine, Afghanistan

Jaishankar meets Blinken, Lavrov in Bali; talks focus on Ukraine, Afghanistan

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

The talks took place on the sidelines of the G-20 foreign ministers' meeting in the Indonesian city of Bali.

'Madman' Kim will be tested like never before: Trump

'Madman' Kim will be tested like never before: Trump

Rediff.com22 Sep 2017

Trump's tweet comes after Kim Jong-un blasted the US President Donald Trump as "mentally deranged" and vowed to make him pay dearly for threatening to destroy his country.

Constitution row: Cong to turn up heat on KCR, to lodge complaints

Constitution row: Cong to turn up heat on KCR, to lodge complaints

Rediff.com5 Feb 2022

Reddy stated that KCR's statement on proposing a new constitution is an extension of the idea of the BJP.

'Taiwan has always been a target of intimidation by China'

'Taiwan has always been a target of intimidation by China'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

'If the situation deteriorates and there is further escalation, the USA is in preparedness.'

PM chairs key all-party meet on G-20, seeks cooperation

PM chairs key all-party meet on G-20, seeks cooperation

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

Opposition leaders urged Modi to use the opportunity for the country's benefit.

Australia to ease travel restrictions from December 1

Australia to ease travel restrictions from December 1

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

From December 1, fully vaccinated eligible visa holders including students and skilled workers, can come to Australia without needing to apply for a travel exemption, a statement by the Australian government said.

What PM Modi has in mind for India as G20 chair

What PM Modi has in mind for India as G20 chair

Rediff.com27 Nov 2022

In his latest monthly radio address, Mann Ki Baat, Modi said that India is capable of providing solutions to the varied challenges being faced globally.

France, United States secure Davis Cup Finals spots

France, United States secure Davis Cup Finals spots

Rediff.com6 Mar 2022

France, who were 2-0 up courtesy of Arthur Rinderknech and Adrian Mannarino, faced little resistance from Ecuador as wins for Benjamin Bonzi and the doubles pair of Pierre-Hugues Herbert and Nicholas Mahut secured victory for the 10-times champions.

Jaw-dropping display @ Singapore Airshow

Jaw-dropping display @ Singapore Airshow

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

Singapore Airshow, Asia's largest and one of the top three aerospace and defence shows in the world, is underway.

What brings FIFA chief Infantino to Goa on September 27

What brings FIFA chief Infantino to Goa on September 27

Rediff.com10 Sep 2016

FIFA president Gianni Infantino will be in Goa to attend the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Extraordinary Congress on September 27 to elect three additional AFC members to the FIFA council.

Why Xi Hates This Lady

Why Xi Hates This Lady

Rediff.com18 Oct 2021

An independent Taiwan under President Tsai Ing-wen's Democratic Progressive Party is anathema to China, observes Rup Narayan Das.

Tokyo Olympics Medals Table: USA top; India 48th

Tokyo Olympics Medals Table: USA top; India 48th

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

The medal tally at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo.

The odd, odd world around us!

The odd, odd world around us!

Rediff.com20 Nov 2019

These 10 images prove that we live in a wonderfully weird world.

Asian Games 2018: Medals Table

Asian Games 2018: Medals Table

Rediff.com1 Sep 2018

Medals table of the 2018 Asian Games.

Troisi's extra time goal gives Australia Asian Cup

Troisi's extra time goal gives Australia Asian Cup

Rediff.com31 Jan 2015

Substitute James Troisi scored halfway through extra time in a pulsating final to give tournament hosts Australia their maiden Asian Cup title with a 2-1 victory over South Korea on Saturday.

Military parades that inspired Trump

Military parades that inspired Trump

Rediff.com4 Jul 2019

As Washington, DC, prepares to celebrate July Fourth with a military "Salute to America" that will feature military bands, a parade and flyovers from the US Navy's Blue Angels and Air Force One, here's a look at other countries that hold military marches.

Hyundai Kashmir post: S Korean FM calls Jaishankar, 'regrets offence'

Hyundai Kashmir post: S Korean FM calls Jaishankar, 'regrets offence'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

The South Korean foreign minister on Tuesday 'regretted the offence' caused to the people and government of India by the social media post on the so-called Kashmir solidarity day by the Hyundai Pakistan, a day after New Delhi summoned the RoK envoy to express 'strong displeasure' over the 'unacceptable' post.

PIX: Climbing makes thrilling debut at Tokyo Olympics

PIX: Climbing makes thrilling debut at Tokyo Olympics

Rediff.com3 Aug 2021

Frenchman Bassa Mawem scaled close to the world record in the speed section of the Tokyo Games climbing competition, as more than a third of the 20-man field posted personal bests in a sensational start to the sport's Olympic debut on Tuesday.

What Kia hopes to achieve by adding India to name

What Kia hopes to achieve by adding India to name

Rediff.com28 Jun 2021

'It says, we are not just an overseas player -- we are Kia India and here for good'

Davis Cup: India to face Croatia if they beat Pakistan

Davis Cup: India to face Croatia if they beat Pakistan

Rediff.com24 Nov 2019

The 12 winners of the Qualifiers on March 6-7 next year will compete alongside the six nations that have automatically qualified for the 2020 Finals.

Are Xi's Policies Disastrous For China?

Are Xi's Policies Disastrous For China?

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

Xi Jinping's recent actions in South Asia have amply demonstrated the disastrous impact of China's embrace, observes Jayadeva Ranade, the retired senior RA&W officer and China expert.