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US, Arab world step in to defuse India-Pak tensions

US, Arab world step in to defuse India-Pak tensions

Rediff.com1 May 2025

United States Charge d'Affaires Natalie Baker on Wednesday met Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar as part of efforts to de-escalate tensions with India following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 in which 26 people were killed.

'Pakistan Can't Sustain A Long War'

'Pakistan Can't Sustain A Long War'

Rediff.com6 May 2025

'Pakistan is economically very weak and will not be able to sustain a war for long.'

Eubank Jr in hospital after beating Benn on points

Eubank Jr in hospital after beating Benn on points

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

Chris Eubank Jr was taken to hospital for precautionary checks after beating fellow Briton Conor Benn on a unanimous points decision in their thrilling middleweight grudge match on Saturday.

'No other cricket league poses a threat to the IPL'

'No other cricket league poses a threat to the IPL'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Brand IPL has become stronger than ever and doesn't see any threat from the growing number of T20 leagues globally, its chairman Arun Dhumal said on Saturday as he steered clear of the speculation swirling around a tournament backed by Saudi Arabia.

Be Prepared For Another War!

Be Prepared For Another War!

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

India needs to be technologically and militarily prepared to defend itself from both Pakistan and China, alerts Ramesh Menon.

Ronaldo says sorry! leads Al-Nassr past Al-Wehda

Ronaldo says sorry! leads Al-Nassr past Al-Wehda

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo apologised after Al-Nassr's game with Al-Wehda was delayed due to traffic before the forward scored and won a penalty in a 2-0 victory in the Saudi Pro League on Tuesday.

Chelsea ride on own goal to join Fluminense in Club World Cup semis

Chelsea ride on own goal to join Fluminense in Club World Cup semis

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Brazil's Fluminense continued their fairy-tale run at the Club World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal on Friday in Orlando, Florida, to book their place in the semi-finals.

They use religion to justify killings: Owaisi slams Pak in Bahrain

They use religion to justify killings: Owaisi slams Pak in Bahrain

Rediff.com25 May 2025

All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen MP Asaduddin Owaisi, part of the all-party delegation led by Bharatiya Janata Party MP Baijayant Panda, said that terrorist groups wrongly use religion to justify killing innocent people.

Neymar shines in Saudi debut, sets up stunning goals!

Neymar shines in Saudi debut, sets up stunning goals!

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

Neymar was introduced in the 64th minute for fellow Brazilian Michael and set up Malcom to score Al-Hilal's fourth in the 83rd minute.

Benzema stars as Al-Ittihad rout Al-Hilal, extend lead

Benzema stars as Al-Ittihad rout Al-Hilal, extend lead

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Former France striker Karim Benzema was delighted to help Al-Ittihad secure a 4-1 victory over Al-Hilal in a top-of-the-table clash on Saturday, maintaining their dominance in the Saudi Pro League.

Real Madrid appoint Xabi Alonso as new manager

Real Madrid appoint Xabi Alonso as new manager

Rediff.com25 May 2025

Xabi Alonso has signed a three-year contract until June 2028 and the 43-year-old replaces Carlo Ancelotti, who took charge of his last game on Saturday.

India's Shubhanshu Shukla set to fly to ISS on June 25

India's Shubhanshu Shukla set to fly to ISS on June 25

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

The mission was originally scheduled for lift-off on May 29 but was put off multiple times when engineers detected a liquid oxygen leak in the boosters of the Falcon-9 rocket and NASA also detected leaks in the ageing Russian module of the ISS.

Kashmir's Suhail earns India call-up for Thailand friendly

Kashmir's Suhail earns India call-up for Thailand friendly

Rediff.com28 May 2025

The squad announcement also marks the return of East Bengal's dependable central defender Anwar Ali, who had been sidelined since February due to a hamstring injury. He last featured in competitive action against Bengaluru FC in the ISL.

Saudi Arabia to host 2034 FIFA World Cup after Australia drops out

Saudi Arabia to host 2034 FIFA World Cup after Australia drops out

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

Saudi Arabia announced it would bid only minutes after soccer's global governing body called for Asia and Oceania bids on October 4.

Maha ATS detains 12 in Thane over SIMI links, terror probe

Maha ATS detains 12 in Thane over SIMI links, terror probe

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

The Thane unit of the ATS, with the assistance of the Thane rural police, started searches around 4 am at Padgha and Borivali villages in the district adjoining Mumbai, an official said without giving case details.

Ronaldo Sees RED! Sent off in Saudi Super Cup clash

Ronaldo Sees RED! Sent off in Saudi Super Cup clash

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

Al-Nassr's Ronaldo red-carded as Al-Hilal win Saudi Super Cup semi-final

Marquez confident India can still qualify for Asian Cup

Marquez confident India can still qualify for Asian Cup

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'But sometimes the team doesn't know how to draw. And today, if you couldn't win the game before the minute 90-91, at least try to be in a position to avoid the defeat. But I feel that India is still in the fight.'

What Is Xi Doing In Saudi Arabia?

What Is Xi Doing In Saudi Arabia?

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in Saudi Arabia on a three-day visit. Xi will not only meet with Saudi King Salman and his son Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman, but also other leaders in the region.

AFC Qualifier: Wasteful India suffer shock defeat

AFC Qualifier: Wasteful India suffer shock defeat

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

India go down 0-1 to Hong Kong in crucial 2027 Asian Cup Qualifier match

Early celebration costs Nitin gold in Asian U-18 5000m race walk

Early celebration costs Nitin gold in Asian U-18 5000m race walk

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Nitin Gupta narrowly missed out on a gold medal after an early celebration cost him the top spot in the 5000m race walk at the Asian Under-18 Athletics Championships.

Iran-Israel war could hurt exports; increase freight rates

Iran-Israel war could hurt exports; increase freight rates

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

The Iran-Israel conflict has further increased global economic uncertainties, impacting world trade, including India's exports, as it is expected to drive up both air and sea freight rates, exporters say. They said that India's exports to Europe and counters like Russia may get impacted due to this war.

Neymar joins Saudi club Al-Hilal from PSG

Neymar joins Saudi club Al-Hilal from PSG

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

Brazil forward Neymar has signed for Al-Hilal from French champions Paris St Germain

Asian Games: Saudi Arabia 'two good' as India crash out

Asian Games: Saudi Arabia 'two good' as India crash out

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

A formidable Saudi Arabia didn't bring their 'A' game to the fore, but were strong enough to ward off a gutsy challenge from India winning their pre-quarterfinal match 2-0 in the men's football competition in Hangzhou on Thursday.

F1 PIX: Verstappen takes his 100th podium with Saudi win

F1 PIX: Verstappen takes his 100th podium with Saudi win

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

It was the first time Verstappen, winner of a record 19 of 22 races last year, has won the first two races of a season. He has also won 19 of the last 20.

In India, Saudi deals, a message for Pak on terror

In India, Saudi deals, a message for Pak on terror

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

India and Saudi Arabia on Monday called on states to reject the use of terrorism against other countries and prevent access to weapons, including missiles and drones, to commit acts of terror.

Indian refiners target cheaper US LPG imports with help from China tariffs

Indian refiners target cheaper US LPG imports with help from China tariffs

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Chinese import tariffs have unwittingly come to India's assistance to help boost imports of US liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) at rates cheaper than what it pays for supplies from West Asia, according to industry sources and shipping data.

Asian U-18 C'ship: Nishchay clinches shot put silver

Asian U-18 C'ship: Nishchay clinches shot put silver

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Shot putter Nishchay wins silver for his 2nd medal at Asian U-18 Athletics Championship.

Pahalgam attack: Modi chairs crucial cabinet meet on security

Pahalgam attack: Modi chairs crucial cabinet meet on security

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Shah briefed the prime minister on the attack and discussed the measures to be taken in its aftermath.

What is Saudi Prince doing in India after G20 summit?

What is Saudi Prince doing in India after G20 summit?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Bin Salman is currently on a State visit to India following end of the G20 Summit.

Siraj performs Umrah at Mecca

Siraj performs Umrah at Mecca

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

He posted a picture on X and captioned it 'ALHAMDULILAH'.

Ronaldo believes Saudi League has potential for top five

Ronaldo believes Saudi League has potential for top five

Rediff.com24 May 2023

Ronaldo said the quality of the Saudi competition had improved even in his short time in it.

'Neither India Or Pakistan Desire Full-Scale War'

'Neither India Or Pakistan Desire Full-Scale War'

Rediff.com10 May 2025

'I am worried that Pakistan will still feel compelled to take substantive military action beyond this apparent drone activity.' 'If so, the crisis could persist for a while more and dangerous days are still ahead.'

F1: Max Verstappen on pole in Saudi Arabia

F1: Max Verstappen on pole in Saudi Arabia

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

Verstappen took pole position for the Saudi Arabian Formula One Grand Prix on Friday with Ferrari's Charles Leclerc qualifying alongside on the front row.

Assam to use 1950 Act for direct eviction of illegal foreigners: Sarma

Assam to use 1950 Act for direct eviction of illegal foreigners: Sarma

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

The final NRC, a list of Indian citizens residing in Assam, was released in 2019 by excluding 19,06,657 people. However, it has not been notified by the Registrar General of India, leaving the controversial document without any official validity.

What Lewandowski Gifted A Saudi Fan

What Lewandowski Gifted A Saudi Fan

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

After years of scoring goals for his old club Bayern Munich and now Barcelona, Lewandowski, one of the world's finest strikers, finally found his target for the first time in a World Cup.

Saudi Arabia's Al-Ahli sign forward Mahrez from Man City

Saudi Arabia's Al-Ahli sign forward Mahrez from Man City

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

Algerian winger Riyad Mahrez has joined Saudi Arabia's Al-Ahli from Manchester City on a deal until 2027.

TRF's Sajjad Gul identified as mastermind behind Pahalgam attack

TRF's Sajjad Gul identified as mastermind behind Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Sheikh Sajjad Gul, the head of Lashkar-e-Taiba proxy The Resistance Front (TRF), has been identified as the mastermind behind the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people in April. Gul, who is based in Pakistan, has a history of planning terror attacks in Kashmir, including targeted killings, grenade attacks, and ambushes of police personnel. He was designated a terrorist by the NIA in 2022 and a reward of Rs 10 lakh was placed on his head. The TRF claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam attack, where tourists were shot at point-blank range after being asked their religion. Gul's history includes a 2002 arrest in Delhi for planning serial blasts and a subsequent 10-year prison sentence. After his release, he moved to Pakistan and became the leader of the TRF in 2019, a move orchestrated by the ISI to present a facade of an indigenous terror movement in Jammu and Kashmir.

How RCB's Astute Auction Strategy Reaped Rich Rewards

How RCB's Astute Auction Strategy Reaped Rich Rewards

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

RCB were adamant to get a good bowling attack, it was a huge first step in winning IPL: Andy Flower

'Asim Munir Should Be Declared A War Criminal'

'Asim Munir Should Be Declared A War Criminal'

Rediff.com10 May 2025

'Asim Munir Is A War Criminal'

Neymar is Saudi bound as Al Hilal agree PSG deal

Neymar is Saudi bound as Al Hilal agree PSG deal

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Al Hilal, managed by Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus, play Al Fayha on Saturday with Neymar expected to wear the number 10 shirt.