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'China did not get its way'

'China did not get its way'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

'There's no pro-China tilt in BRICS.' 'All these countries want to be close to China, but they are all good friends of India also.'

Marsh, Stoinis and a World No 1 to light up USA's MLC

Marsh, Stoinis and a World No 1 to light up USA's MLC

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

'So excited to be a part of @MLCricket @SFOUnicorns.'

Modi's welcome ceremony at White House to be one of the biggest

Modi's welcome ceremony at White House to be one of the biggest

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

The first state visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the US is likely to be a defining moment for Indo-US relationship and both sides are working on a robust outcome document that may take up matters that would decide the contour of the bilateral ties for decades to come, according to people familiar with the planning of the high-profile trip.

'Argentina are not obliged to win World Cup'

'Argentina are not obliged to win World Cup'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

Argentina won the 2021 Copa America but despite always being one of the World Cup favourites they have not lifted football's most precious trophy in the last 36 years.

FIFA World Cup 2022: Who won the Golden Boot?

FIFA World Cup 2022: Who won the Golden Boot?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

The number of assists is used as a tiebreaker to separate players who are level on goals scored. If they are tied on both counts, the winner is decided by who played the fewest minutes.

Distinguish between terrorists and civilians: US to Israel

Distinguish between terrorists and civilians: US to Israel

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

'We have also been incredibly clear to Hizbollah and any other malign actors that they should not use this opportunity to widen this conflict. And when we're talking about a humanitarian pause, what we are talking about is conditions that simultaneously ensure that Hamas is not in a position in which it can regroup, restrengthen itself'

'Modi doing the right thing': Putin praises 'Make in India'

'Modi doing the right thing': Putin praises 'Make in India'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Putin made these remarks on Tuesday while speaking at the Plenary session of the 8th Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, a major port city in sanctions-hit Russia's Far East region

'G20 summit a crowning moment for India; a loss for China'

'G20 summit a crowning moment for India; a loss for China'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

'India is a rising power and it'll become one day a great power. I think the diplomatic skills, the execution of a flawless G-20 sends the message that India has arrived on the scene and it is becoming a great power'

23 soldiers killed in suicide attack at Pak army post

23 soldiers killed in suicide attack at Pak army post

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations, the media wing of the army, the terrorists attacked the security post in Dera Ismail Khan's Daraban area bordering the South Waziristan tribal district in the early morning hours.

Justice and the Indian-American way

Justice and the Indian-American way

Rediff.com10 Jul 2013

Is focusing on Rajat Gupta and Raj Rajaratnam the best way to chronicle the South Asian-American Diaspora's rise?

World lauds ISRO for Chandrayaan-3's success

World lauds ISRO for Chandrayaan-3's success

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

India scripted history as the ambitious third Moon mission of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) touched down on the Moon's south pole, propelling the country to an exclusive club of four and making it the first nation to land on the uncharted surface.

Modi fans take long journey to welcome him in NY

Modi fans take long journey to welcome him in NY

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

"He is the best person for India. He is doing everything to uplift the country," Dr Bhola Nath Rama said, with a tricolour fluttering in his and his wife Sunita Rama's hands.

When Modi Was Asked THE Question...

When Modi Was Asked THE Question...

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Back in the Press Briefing room on being commended for her questions to President Biden and the Indian prime minister, The Wall Street Journal's Sabrina Siddiqui responded, "You gotta do it."

Soccer: Indian Navy beat Delhi FC in Durand Cup

Soccer: Indian Navy beat Delhi FC in Durand Cup

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

News of all that transpired on and off the football field

Messi magic too much for Aus as Argentina enter WC quarters

Messi magic too much for Aus as Argentina enter WC quarters

Rediff.com4 Dec 2022

Julian Alvarez bagged Argentina's second from close range in the 57th minute after fatal hesitation from Ryan with the ball at his feet following a backpass.

'We are looking at flying an Indian into space'

'We are looking at flying an Indian into space'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

'It's vital that over the next 10 years, that India, the US and the Artemis Accords family of nations come together to ensure that we not only return humanity to the moon, but that we build the technology that will allow us stay there permanently.' 'And then go on to Mars.'

Ghana's WC penalty nightmare rekindles once again

Ghana's WC penalty nightmare rekindles once again

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

Ghana had always been expected to struggle at this World Cup after an unconvincing qualifying campaign in which a Nigerian goalkeeping howler saw them win a fortunate place in Qatar.

'Disrespectful': Jaishankar on Pompeo remarks on Sushma Swaraj

'Disrespectful': Jaishankar on Pompeo remarks on Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

Pompeo describes Swaraj somewhat disparagingly, using the American slang words "goofball" and "heartland political hack" for her.

3 other downed objects not linked to Chinese spy programme: Biden

3 other downed objects not linked to Chinese spy programme: Biden

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

The three high-flying objects which were shot down over the American and Canadian airspace this month were not related to the Chinese balloon programme, but most likely tied to private companies, recreation, or research institutions, United States President Joe Biden said Thursday.

FIFA WC: Argentina saved their best for their toughest pool opponent

FIFA WC: Argentina saved their best for their toughest pool opponent

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

'We wanted to compensate for the defeat (against Saudi Arabia). Today it was a great game, we played very well collectively'

'India's Cheetah project on track, but that doesn't mean...'

'India's Cheetah project on track, but that doesn't mean...'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

'At the moment, there are no challenges to the Cheetah Project. If there are any challenges in the future, these will be addressed as we go forward'

Supreme Court On Article 370: A Landmark Judgment

Supreme Court On Article 370: A Landmark Judgment

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

We must heed what the CJI has said. Challenging every judgment of the central government is inviting chaos, asserts Shreekant Sambrani.

'Copa America has been arranged in the US to favour Mexico'

'Copa America has been arranged in the US to favour Mexico'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

Wilmar Valdez, the head of Uruguay's football association, says it was a mistake to play the Centenary Copa America in the US.

'A lot of Israeli soldiers will lose their lives'

'A lot of Israeli soldiers will lose their lives'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

'Hamas is going to be prepared. There will be booby traps and tunnels; it's going to be door to door fighting.'

Can Terrorists Make Money From Markets After Attacks?

Can Terrorists Make Money From Markets After Attacks?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

The men with guns tend to know little finance, and establishing such a conspiracy then involves leakage of information, which is also dangerous, Ajay Shah points out.

Why Brazil took nine forwards to the World Cup...

Why Brazil took nine forwards to the World Cup...

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

The answer came in an impressive 2-0 victory over a strong and organised Serbia team who did not make it easy for Brazil and frustrated them in a goalless first half.

Magical Messi leads Argentina to top of World Cup table

Magical Messi leads Argentina to top of World Cup table

Rediff.com8 Sep 2012

Lionel Messi's Argentina brushed aside Paraguay 3-1 to go top of the South American 2014 World Cup qualifiers at the Mario Kempes stadium on Friday.

What companies have promised to invest in Gujarat

What companies have promised to invest in Gujarat

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the world looks at India as an important pillar of stability, a trusted friend, an engine of growth in the global economy, a technology hub for finding solutions and a powerhouse of talented youth. He also said that in the rapidly changing world order, India is moving forward as 'vishwa mitra' (friend of the world). Speaking at the inauguration of the 10th edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, which saw participation of state hea

Indian-American Karthik Nemmani wins National Spelling Bee

Indian-American Karthik Nemmani wins National Spelling Bee

Rediff.com1 Jun 2018

The 14-year-old correctly spelled 'koinonia' to win the title.

Pannun 'Plot': 'US and India have bent backward...'

Pannun 'Plot': 'US and India have bent backward...'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

'...to prevent this episode from disrupting ongoing cooperation.' 'The discovery of this plot had the potential to derail much of what has been achieved in the relationship during this administration's tenure -- I don't think that fact has been sufficiently appreciated in India.'

Biden likely to urge Xi to stop wars in Gaza, Ukraine

Biden likely to urge Xi to stop wars in Gaza, Ukraine

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

As United States President Joe Biden prepares for a rare summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, the ongoing wars in Ukraine and between Israel and Hamas set the stage for high-stakes discussions, CNN reported on Tuesday.

4 Indian-Americans win state, local elections in US

4 Indian-Americans win state, local elections in US

Rediff.com7 Nov 2019

Indian-American Ghazala Hashmi, a former community college professor, created history by becoming the first Muslim woman to be elected to the Virginia State Senate.

Jet Airways fails to attract new bidders

Jet Airways fails to attract new bidders

Rediff.com2 Sep 2019

There are only three entities left in the fray now - Russian Fund Treasury RA Partners, Panama-based investment firm Avantulo Group and South American conglomerate Synergy Group Corp.

More Indian Americans returning to India

More Indian Americans returning to India

Rediff.com25 Nov 2009

The number of Americans of Indian-origin coming back to India, especially South India, has increased in the last few years as the opportunities available for them here had increased, an American official said on Tuesday.

Yes, India Shone At The Oscars, But....

Yes, India Shone At The Oscars, But....

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

India is shining, although I will argue that it is a temporary acceptance until India once again makes a mega-successful film like RRR or another beautiful, moving, documentary like The Elephant Whisperers, notes Aseem Chhabra.

'China's aggression, Russian's unreliability, convinced India to value US'

'China's aggression, Russian's unreliability, convinced India to value US'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

'India's specific concerns about whether Russia will be a reliable defense supplier and diplomatic partner in the event of heightened hostilities with China has undoubtedly accelerated the process of US-India defense and intelligence cooperation intended to support Indian military positions along the Line of Actual Control.'

Obama campaign announces Asian American panel

Obama campaign announces Asian American panel

Rediff.com9 Jul 2008

The campaign said that, "the committee is comprised of diverse American communities of supporters, including those from Asian-American, South-Asian American, and Pacific Islander background, who will help raise funds to elect Senator Barack Obama as president and to strengthen and expand the Democratic Party."

630,000 Indians among immigrants hit by US court verdict

630,000 Indians among immigrants hit by US court verdict

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

A US federal judge in Houston has declared illegal a federal policy that prevents the deportation of hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants, including hundreds of Indians, brought to the US as children, but noted that the government can continue to process renewals of its current recipients.

US rejects Chinese claims in South China Sea in new escalation

US rejects Chinese claims in South China Sea in new escalation

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

The US, he said, rejects any Chinese claim to waters beyond a 12-nautical mile territorial sea derived from islands it claims in the Spratly Islands (without prejudice to other states' sovereignty claims over such islands).

Nikki Haley Takes On Donald Trump

Nikki Haley Takes On Donald Trump

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

She is the first Republican to challenge former US president Donald Trump in his 2024 bid for the White House.