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India, China agree to work on 'roadmap' to rebuild trust

India, China agree to work on 'roadmap' to rebuild trust

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

India and China have agreed to work towards a "roadmap" for rebuilding mutual trust following the border standoff in eastern Ladakh, according to a statement from the Indian Defence Ministry. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met with his Chinese counterpart Dong Jun in Vientiane, Laos, on the sidelines of a regional security conclave. Singh called for drawing lessons from the "unfortunate border clashes" of 2020 and emphasized the need for cooperation rather than conflict. Both sides agreed to work towards a roadmap for rebuilding mutual trust and understanding, and a meeting of the Special Representatives and Secretary-Vice Minister mechanism will also take place soon.

India's polls under Chinese threat? Microsoft warns of AI misuse by Beijing

India's polls under Chinese threat? Microsoft warns of AI misuse by Beijing

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

China is likely to deploy Artificial Intelligence-generated content via social media to sway public opinion to boost its geopolitical interests during elections in countries like India, South Korea and the US, tech giant Microsoft has warned.

Paris Paralympics: Medals Table: China top; India 18th

Paris Paralympics: Medals Table: China top; India 18th

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

The medals tally at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.

Kim: North Korea 'committed to denuclearisation'

Kim: North Korea 'committed to denuclearisation'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

This was Kim's first visit abroad as North Korea's leader and came ahead of his planned summit with Donald J Trump.

Army chief begins rare visit to South Korea

Army chief begins rare visit to South Korea

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

It is the first-ever visit by a head of the Indian Army to South Korea.

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.

Of talks and trade: Modi's South Korea visit

Of talks and trade: Modi's South Korea visit

Rediff.com19 May 2015

Here are some of the best moments from PM Modi's South Korea visit

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.

North Korea threatens to cancel Trump summit

North Korea threatens to cancel Trump summit

Rediff.com16 May 2018

Pyongyang cited the ongoing military exercise between the US and South Korea as a reason behind the move.

'Perfect success': North Korea detonates hydrogen bomb

'Perfect success': North Korea detonates hydrogen bomb

Rediff.com3 Sep 2017

The country's sixth nuclear test sparked a powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake which was detected in the northeast of the country where North Korea's test site Punggye-ri is located.

US suspends August military drills with South Korea

US suspends August military drills with South Korea

Rediff.com19 Jun 2018

This comes after US President Donald Trump and North Korean Leader Kim Jong-un held a historic summit in Singapore.

India, US sign key defence agreement

India, US sign key defence agreement

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

The two countries also signed a 'Memorandum of Agreement regarding the Assignment of Liaison Officers', which will facilitate the posting of one military officer from each country with the military of the other.

RARE PIX: Inside North Korea

RARE PIX: Inside North Korea

Rediff.com20 Sep 2017

CNN cameras go inside the secretive nation to places few outsiders have ever seen.

North Korea 'successfully' tests hydrogen bomb

North Korea 'successfully' tests hydrogen bomb

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

North Korea on Wednesday announced that it had successfully carried out its first hydrogen bomb test, marking a major step forward in its nuclear development, if confirmed.

The 'Bulldozer', India's Republic Day chief guest

The 'Bulldozer', India's Republic Day chief guest

Rediff.com26 Jan 2010

South Korean President Lee Myung-bak, whose rags-to-riches story is cited as case study across the world, will be the chief guest at the 60th Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi.

Jinhyung takes Korea to semis

Jinhyung takes Korea to semis

Rediff.com6 Nov 2006

The midfielder scored twice from free-kicks in a 2-1 victory over Australia in the quarter-finals of the AFC Youth Championship.

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.

Trump to meet North Korea's Kim Jong-un by May

Trump to meet North Korea's Kim Jong-un by May

Rediff.com9 Mar 2018

The US president lauded the announcement on Twitter, writing "Great progress being made but sanctions will remain until an agreement is reached. Meeting being planned!"

North Korea warns US of nuke threat

North Korea warns US of nuke threat

Rediff.com3 Mar 2015

North Korea on Tuesday warned that it had the capability to launch a preemptive nuclear strike against the United States, "if necessary", following joint US-South Korea military drills earlier this week.

Missile test a reckless and dangerous action by North Korea: Trump

Missile test a reckless and dangerous action by North Korea: Trump

Rediff.com29 Jul 2017

North Korea on Friday launched an ICBM for the second time in a month.

North Korea threatens nuclear test

North Korea threatens nuclear test

Rediff.com3 Oct 2006

Meanwhile, South Korea will convene an emergency meeting of top officials after the North Korean threat, news agencies reported.

Korea blank Iran 5-0

Korea blank Iran 5-0

Rediff.com31 Oct 2006

Jong Chol Min and Kim Kum IL scored two goals each in the Group 'C' AFC Youth Football Championship match in Bangalore.

India-South Korea's win-win strategic partnership

India-South Korea's win-win strategic partnership

Rediff.com14 Jan 2014

The visit of Park Geun-Hye to India, though a symbolic one, will certainly give a further impetus to the strategic partnership between the two countries says Rup Narayan Das.

North Korea will take part in next two Olympics: IOC

North Korea will take part in next two Olympics: IOC

Rediff.com31 Mar 2018

North Korea will take part in the next two Olympic Games in Japan and China, International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach said on Saturday after meeting North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang.

North Korea conducts new ballistic missile test

North Korea conducts new ballistic missile test

Rediff.com28 Jul 2017

The missile was launched at 23:41 North Korea time from Jagang province in the north of the country, South Korean news agency Yonhap reported.

PIX: Masked Son rises at the FIFA World Cup

PIX: Masked Son rises at the FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

The Tottenham Hotspur star played with a protective mask.

India to kick-off Asian Games campaign against host China

India to kick-off Asian Games campaign against host China

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

The women's football competition at the Asian Games 2023, meanwhile, will kick off on September 21.

India, South Korea reach civil nuclear deal

India, South Korea reach civil nuclear deal

Rediff.com29 Oct 2010

India and South Korea have reached an agreement on civil nuclear cooperation.

US deploys missile defence in South Korea; China irked

US deploys missile defence in South Korea; China irked

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

The United States has started deploying the first elements of its advanced Terminal High Altitude Area Defense anti-missile system at the Osan Air Base in South Korea after North Korea conducted test of four ballistic missiles which broke international sanctions.

North Korea tests missile in face of US warnings

North Korea tests missile in face of US warnings

Rediff.com29 Apr 2017

Earlier, United States Secretary of State Rex Tillerson urged the international community to increase pressure on North Korea, saying that failing to do so would bring 'catastrophic consequences'.

Will Donaldbhai grace Republic Day 2019?

Will Donaldbhai grace Republic Day 2019?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2018

A US president graced the Republic Day parade in the first year of the Modi regime. Will another American prez turn up in the final year of the first Modi Sarkar?

Paris Olympics: How India's athletes fared on Day 4

Paris Olympics: How India's athletes fared on Day 4

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

A look at how India's athletes fared on Day 4, Tuesday, July 30, 2024:

North Korea cancels UN chief Ban Ki-moon's visit

North Korea cancels UN chief Ban Ki-moon's visit

Rediff.com20 May 2015

North Korea has abruptly cancelled United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon's visit a day before he was due to arrive.

ACT: 'We anticipate a remarkable showdown vs Pakistan'

ACT: 'We anticipate a remarkable showdown vs Pakistan'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

The much-anticipated India vs Pakistan clash is set for Wednesday. This round-robin match of the 2023 Asian Champions Trophy will mark India's final game in the tournament.

Japan, Korea post AFC Cup wins

Japan, Korea post AFC Cup wins

Rediff.com29 Oct 2006

Holders Korea Republic thrashed Jordan 3-0 while Japan beat North Korea 2-0.

PICS: France thrash Korea in women's World Cup opener

PICS: France thrash Korea in women's World Cup opener

Rediff.com8 Jun 2019

A rampant France smashed South Korea out of sight on Friday to open their women's soccer World Cup campaign in irrepressible style with a 4-0 victory that sent a warning to all other teams with a design on the trophy.

North Korea test-fires ballistic missile; draws global ire

North Korea test-fires ballistic missile; draws global ire

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

North Korea on Wednesday test-fired a ballistic missile towards the Sea of Japan.

Asian Games: India's Schedule on October 7

Asian Games: India's Schedule on October 7

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

Following is India's schedule at the Asian Games in Hangzhou, on Saturday, October 7.

Trump abruptly calls off US Secretary Pompeo's visit to North Korea

Trump abruptly calls off US Secretary Pompeo's visit to North Korea

Rediff.com25 Aug 2018

Trump's decision to call off the visit came just a day after Pompeo had announced that the newly appointed special representative for North Korea Steve Biegun and he will be travelling to North Korea next week to "make further diplomatic progress towards our objective."

Chinese Premier, not Xi Jinping, to attend G20 summit in India

Chinese Premier, not Xi Jinping, to attend G20 summit in India

Rediff.com4 Sep 2023

President Xi is also skipping the ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) and East Asia summits in Jakarta this week.