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Trump 'most likely' to be tested for coronavirus

Trump 'most likely' to be tested for coronavirus

Rediff.com14 Mar 2020

Trump had met Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro and his communications chief Fabio Wajngarten at his Florida resort Mar-a-Lago.

The US is in decline, China is on the rise

The US is in decline, China is on the rise

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

'We have here the world's largest economy and dominant superpower thrashing about as it wrestles with its own decline.' 'It has become everything that China was supposed to be: A threat to the world order, and as a country that is not playing by the rules on trade, on climate change, international commitments and nuclear deals,' says T N Ninan.

Operation Bluestar: A Governor Reveals All

Operation Bluestar: A Governor Reveals All

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

B D Pande was Punjab's governor during Operation Bluestar. In this excerpt from his memoir, In the Service of Free India: Memoir of a Civil Servant, Pande reveals what really went on behind the scenes during those dark days in India's history.

How Trump decided to launch Syrian strikes

How Trump decided to launch Syrian strikes

Rediff.com8 Apr 2017

In less than four hours after Trump gave the green signal, missiles were launched against the Syrian regime

The Risk-Taker

The Risk-Taker

Rediff.com16 Mar 2020

'An entrepreneur should always remain under pressure or he will die,' Vineet Rai tells Anjuli Bhargava.

Drop notion that 'his' terrorist is not 'my terrorist': Modi

Drop notion that 'his' terrorist is not 'my terrorist': Modi

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

The PM said that while terrorists are using 21st century technology, our responses are rooted in the past.

Amit Shah reaches out to allies; to meet Badal, Thackeray

Amit Shah reaches out to allies; to meet Badal, Thackeray

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

The series of meetings are being seen as an attempt by the Bharatiya Janata Party to reach out to allies who have either been criticising or expressing their dissent with the party and also to strengthen the National Democratic Alliance ahead of the Lok Sabha polls next year.

'Pained' Manmohan asks Modi to apologise over Pak conspiracy charges

'Pained' Manmohan asks Modi to apologise over Pak conspiracy charges

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

Singh issued a statement on Monday, listing those who attended the dinner, and stressed that the election was not discussed during the meeting.

The Power of China's 'Princelings'

The Power of China's 'Princelings'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

Two elderly Chinese aerospace experts are hospitalised after a violent attack by a 'Princeling', states Jayadeva Ranade, the distinguished China expert and retired RA&W officer, highlighting the power the 'Princelings' ironically hold in the Communist People's Republic.

Trump's visit: How will China react?

Trump's visit: How will China react?

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

'While many Chinese policy makers dismiss the political, economic and technological component of US-India relations, they express caution on the defence-related ties which also happens to be a major driver in US-India relations,' explains China expert Srikanth Kondapalli.

How three women travelled 5000 km across 14 states

How three women travelled 5000 km across 14 states

Rediff.com8 Oct 2015

Sunita Dugar, Parneet Sandhu and Neetha Jegan set out on a dream trip that changed their life. This is their story.

Trump, First Lady to welcome Modi at the White House

Trump, First Lady to welcome Modi at the White House

Rediff.com26 Jun 2017

Modi and Trump will meet at 1.20 am (IST) following which they will have delegation talks and then a dinner.

In times of coronavirus, it's hello Namaste

In times of coronavirus, it's hello Namaste

Rediff.com16 Mar 2020

In an effort to stop the spread of the coronavirus, more people, including global leaders, are using the Indian greeting of namaste. People around the world are worried that shaking hands, hugging and kissing on the cheek might help spread the virus. In recent days, images of United States President Donald Trump and Britain's Prince Charles opting to use the Indian greeting over a handshake have gone viral. Take a look.

There Is No One Indian Cuisine

There Is No One Indian Cuisine

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

Each region in India has its own culinary narrative that speaks through its distinct dishes. Each cuisine packs within itself, textures, layers, ideas and historical nuggets so that all of Indian food cannot be pigeonholed together to say that there is one Indian cuisine. A fascinating extract from Sonal Ved's Whose Samosa Is It Anyway?.

Indra Nooyi: 'Female leaders have it much tougher'

Indra Nooyi: 'Female leaders have it much tougher'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

'Women's voices are too high or too low, or they are seen as too short or too tall, or too fat or too thin, to be great leaders.' 'These judgments wear us down.'

'You're in such good shape!' Trump tells French First Lady

'You're in such good shape!' Trump tells French First Lady

Rediff.com14 Jul 2017

The awkward exchange came after France's President Emmanuel Macron and wife welcomed Trump and Melania to Paris on the eve of Bastille Day.

Trump arrives in Delhi; to meet Prez, PM today

Trump arrives in Delhi; to meet Prez, PM today

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

Trump is accompanied by wife Melania, daughter Ivanka, son-in-law Jared Kushner and top brass of his administration.

'China only understands strength'

'China only understands strength'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

'If you behave like a nail, the adversary will behave like a hammer.'

He's my friend, I like him very much: Trump said about Modi

He's my friend, I like him very much: Trump said about Modi

Rediff.com11 Sep 2018

Woodward writes in his new book that Modi wanted to go to Camp David to dine and develop a personal bond with Trump.

Jharkhand polls: CRPF unit alleges 'animal-like' treatment

Jharkhand polls: CRPF unit alleges 'animal-like' treatment

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

A company commander has written to authorities that the troops were given drinking water from water canons.

PHOTOS: PM Modi meet world leaders at G7

PHOTOS: PM Modi meet world leaders at G7

Rediff.com26 Aug 2019

Though India is not a member of the G7 grouping, Modi has been personally invited by French President Emmanuel Macron.

Has Xi Jinping gone bonkers?

Has Xi Jinping gone bonkers?

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

'It doesn't look as if any sensible, worldly wise, person is in charge in China.' 'If at all anybody is in charge, it can only be a bunch of bumpkins of whom Xi has become a puppet,' observes B S Raghavan, the veteran civil servant.

12 days, 5 states, 1,800 km: A dream journey begins

12 days, 5 states, 1,800 km: A dream journey begins

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

The Mahindra Monastery Escape 2016 is a one-of-its-kind road trip through some of India's toughest and picturesque terrain.

Not seen Delhi in nearly 3 months!

Not seen Delhi in nearly 3 months!

Rediff.com4 Jul 2020

'Barriers have come across roads marking the end of Noida, the start of Gurgaon, the hard borders allowing no passage -- at least by day,' observes Kishore Singh.

Is Nayattu anti-Dalit? Is Karnan pro-Dalit?

Is Nayattu anti-Dalit? Is Karnan pro-Dalit?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

'If questioning and dethroning hierarchies is your primary motive, why not put an end to the practice of announcing your shining star, your box office draw, in big flaming letters and mentioning everyone else's name in small font at the bottom of the screen?' asks Sreehari Nair.

Trump-Xi end 1st summit with 100-day plan to avoid trade row

Trump-Xi end 1st summit with 100-day plan to avoid trade row

Rediff.com8 Apr 2017

Trump aides, who participated in the two-day talks held at the US President's Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, described the meetings as productive and said the two leaders exhibited "positive" chemistry.

Trump hails 'great leader' Kim Jong-un at Hanoi summit

Trump hails 'great leader' Kim Jong-un at Hanoi summit

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

The two leaders met for a second summit in Vietnam's Hanoi and Trump made these comments during a dinner with Kim.

How Tamil Nadu is fighting Covid-19

How Tamil Nadu is fighting Covid-19

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

The state is following surveillance, containment, increasing testing facilities, and ensuring essentials at people's doorstep, among other strategies, reports T E Narasimhan.

Rahul, Sonia to attend Modi's swearing-in ceremony

Rahul, Sonia to attend Modi's swearing-in ceremony

Rediff.com29 May 2019

The Congress leaders are among those invited by the prime minister to the ceremony.

When Sabyasachi dressed Oprah Winfrey

When Sabyasachi dressed Oprah Winfrey

Rediff.com9 Dec 2018

Oprah looked elegant, draped in a Sabyasachi Mukherjee sari, as she graced the cover of Elle's 22nd anniversary edition.

'I Want To Save This Marriage'

'I Want To Save This Marriage'

Rediff.com25 May 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

India's bullet train dream set to pick up speed

India's bullet train dream set to pick up speed

Rediff.com11 Sep 2017

Sabarmati railway station is the venue for the ground-breaking ceremony, be chaired by Modi and Abe, of the Rs 98,000-crore Ahmedabad-Mumbai high-speed rail project.

NaMo has warm water, Barack has red wine

NaMo has warm water, Barack has red wine

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

Modi presented Obama with a richly silk-covered special edition of Mahatma Gandhi's interpretation of the Bhagvad Gita, and recordings of Dr Martin Luther King's speech when he visited India in 1959 and also a specially framed photograph of Dr King when he visited Rajghat. Modi had scrupulously researched and selected these gifts for Obama and more gifts would be presented on Tuesday during their summit for both the President and the First Family.

Obama, Romney's fun night: 'Biden will laugh at anything'

Obama, Romney's fun night: 'Biden will laugh at anything'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2012

Two nights after they clashed at a fierce presidential debate, United States President Barack Obama and his Republican rival Mitt Romney shared the stage again at a high-profile charity dinner in New York, this time trading light-hearted jabs, poking fun at each other and at the bitter election campaign.

Trump welcomes 'true friend' as Modi lands in Washington

Trump welcomes 'true friend' as Modi lands in Washington

Rediff.com25 Jun 2017

Trump will host Modi at the White House on Monday afternoon.

PHOTOS: The very best of Obama in 2016

PHOTOS: The very best of Obama in 2016

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

As United States President Barack Obama's second term draws to a close, Chief White House Photographer Pete Souza shared his favourite images captured over the course of the last year.

Sena stakes 'natural claim' on Deputy Speaker's post

Sena stakes 'natural claim' on Deputy Speaker's post

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

Raut's demand comes amid speculation over the possibility of Naveen Patnaik's Biju Janata Dal getting the post.

Doval, Aziz talk briefly; Pak calls it meet, India an 'informal chat'

Doval, Aziz talk briefly; Pak calls it meet, India an 'informal chat'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2016

When asked, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Vikas Swarup only said, "There was no meeting."

How the Rane-Uddhav War Began

How the Rane-Uddhav War Began

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

'There is no future for the Shiv Sena under Uddhavji's leadership.'

Prepared to tackle situation if COVID-19 cases rise: Kejriwal

Prepared to tackle situation if COVID-19 cases rise: Kejriwal

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

The national capital has so far reported 39 coronavirus cases out of which 29 contracted the infection during foreign travel and infected others on their return, Kejriwal said.