News for 'Swiss Embassy'

Swiss embassy calls for swift probe in gang rape case

Swiss embassy calls for swift probe in gang rape case

Rediff.com16 Mar 2013

Distressed over gang rape of its national in Madhya Pradesh, Switzerland on Saturday sought a "swift" investigation into the incident so that the victim gets justice.

40 dead, 100 injured in fire at bar in Switzerland

40 dead, 100 injured in fire at bar in Switzerland

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) on Thursday stated that around 40 people have died and 100 others have been injured in a non-arson fire at the 'Le Constellation' bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, citing information provided by the Valais Cantonal Police.

Iran says forces ready for war; accuses US, Israel of stoking unrest

Iran says forces ready for war; accuses US, Israel of stoking unrest

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Baghaei also alleged that recent unrest in Iran was fuelled by foreign interference, claiming riots were triggered by "very evident" interventionist remarks by US and Israeli officials.

From Russia With Love

From Russia With Love

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Red Square and VDNKh easily rank among the most striking places I've visited -- both for their historical significance and architectural splendour.
My admiration for Russian culture, vision and ambition grew with every step as I clocked the miles, Nitin Sathe tells us after a visit to Moscow and St Petersburg.

Swiss official raped in Delhi

Swiss official raped in Delhi

Rediff.com15 Oct 2003

The assault took place when the woman, aged around 35, was leaving the Siri Fort Auditorium after watching a movie at the International Film Festival of India.

Delhi's Air Is Forcing People To Migrate

Delhi's Air Is Forcing People To Migrate

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Some residents have already taken this step to relocate, either temporarily or permanently, some to their native places and others to clean-air destinations like Goa and Himachal Pradesh.

Swiss entities keen to invest in India, says envoy

Swiss entities keen to invest in India, says envoy

Rediff.com10 Mar 2015

Swiss entities keen to invest in India, says envoy .

India summons Swiss envoy over anti-India posters near UN building in Geneva

India summons Swiss envoy over anti-India posters near UN building in Geneva

Rediff.com5 Mar 2023

Several posters alleging harassment of minorities and women were put up at a square outside the UN building in Geneva coinciding with a session of the UN Human Rights Council.

Delhi's party scene is changing and how!

Delhi's party scene is changing and how!

Rediff.com18 Feb 2014

Two British women promise to alter the Delhi party landscape with their bespoke catering service

Saina to miss Tokyo qualifier; Indian archers denied Swiss visa

Saina to miss Tokyo qualifier; Indian archers denied Swiss visa

Rediff.com6 May 2021

India has been battling a second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic that has forced many countries to ban travellers from India.

India to get details of Swiss bank accounts from Sept 2018

India to get details of Swiss bank accounts from Sept 2018

Rediff.com23 Nov 2016

Switzerland will not share details about accounts held prior to September 2018.

Switzerland woos Indian investors

Switzerland woos Indian investors

Rediff.com25 Nov 2005

In order to enhance the existing bilateral economic ties, Switzerland is now keen on attracting Indian investment into the country.

Parcel bomb seized at German chancellor's office

Parcel bomb seized at German chancellor's office

Rediff.com3 Nov 2010

A parcel containing an explosive device was on Tuesday intercepted at German Chancellor Angela Merkel's offices, hours after parcel bombs exploded at the Russian and Swiss embassies in Athens.

Germans say parcel bomb came from Greece

Germans say parcel bomb came from Greece

Rediff.com3 Nov 2010

The packet was sent from Athens by air mail two days ago disguised as books and the explosive device hidden inside was "very similar" to the parcel bomb, which exploded on Tuesday at the Swiss embassy in Athens, German Interior Minister Thomas de Maiziere said.

Iraqi scribe to seek asylum in Switzerland

Iraqi scribe to seek asylum in Switzerland

Rediff.com19 Jan 2009

The Iraqi journalist, who threw shoes at outgoing US President George W Bush during a press conference in Baghdad last month, will seek political asylum in Switzerland, according to his lawyer.

Swiss couple attacked in UP, 5 arrested; Yogi, Swaraj condemn assault

Swiss couple attacked in UP, 5 arrested; Yogi, Swaraj condemn assault

Rediff.com26 Oct 2017

The couple said that that they were strolling near the railway station at the Fatehpur Sikri after a day in Agra when the group started following them and later attacked.

Swiss rape victim to stay in India to help probe

Swiss rape victim to stay in India to help probe

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

The Swiss national, who was gang-raped in Madhya Pradesh last week, has said they will continue to stay in the country along with her husband for the moment while expressing readiness to fully cooperate in the ongoing investigation and identification process.

RBI asks banks to give information to SIT on black money

RBI asks banks to give information to SIT on black money

Rediff.com23 Jun 2014

The Reserve Bank of India on Monday directed all banks and financial institutions to provide information and documents sought by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) set up to unearth black money.

CWG case: Provisional arrest of 3 Swiss officials sought by CBI

CWG case: Provisional arrest of 3 Swiss officials sought by CBI

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

The Central Bureau of Investigation told a Delhi court on Wednesday that the Indian Embassy at Berne has requested authorities there for provisional arrest of three officials of Switzerland-based Swiss Timing Limited, against whom summons were issued for their alleged roles in a 2010 CWG-related corruption case.

Switzerland to work with Modi govt on tax evasion

Switzerland to work with Modi govt on tax evasion

Rediff.com23 Jun 2014

As the debate on alleged black money stashed by Indians in Swiss banks continues, Switzerland on Monday said it is looking forward to working together with the new government of India in its fight against tax evasion.

Suspicious packages found at Indian consulate, other missions in Melbourne

Suspicious packages found at Indian consulate, other missions in Melbourne

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

A major operation is underway after packages were delivered to at least 10 international consulates across Melbourne.

Black money estimates lack evidence: Switzerland

Black money estimates lack evidence: Switzerland

Rediff.com17 Feb 2012

Switzerland says it is not a tax haven.

Sushant's friend Sandeep made 53 calls to BJP: Congress

Sushant's friend Sandeep made 53 calls to BJP: Congress

Rediff.com30 Aug 2020

Singhvi said Fadnavis and senior BJP leader Nitin Gadkari should answer as to why Ssingh made these many calls to the Maharashtra BJP office and who was his boss.

Chopper deal: CBI seeks details on Haschke's custody in Italy

Chopper deal: CBI seeks details on Haschke's custody in Italy

Rediff.com18 Oct 2013

The Central Bureau of Investigation has sent a letter to the Indian embassy in Italy seeking details on the arrest of Guido Ralph Haschke, the alleged middleman in the Rs 3,600 crore AgustaWestland VVIP chopper deal, by Swiss authorities.

German broadcasters jailed for filming Qatar WCup labour plight

German broadcasters jailed for filming Qatar WCup labour plight

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

Two German broadcasters have reportedly alleged that they were detained and imprisoned by Qatari Police while they tried to investigate the plight of migrant labourers working in the preparations for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

Khurshid raises concern over Devyani issue with Kerry

Khurshid raises concern over Devyani issue with Kerry

Rediff.com23 Jan 2014

Upset over the Devyani Khobragade episode, India on Wednesday raised with the United States its concerns over "trafficking" visas issued to family members of Sangita Richard, the absconding maid of the Indian diplomat whose arrest had triggered a row between the two countries.

Major Ashish Malik: From patrolling in Imphal to silver lining in Jakarta

Major Ashish Malik: From patrolling in Imphal to silver lining in Jakarta

Rediff.com6 Sep 2018

Asian Games medal winner Fouaad Mirza called for financial help in popularising equestrian in India, saying the government can take a cue from European nations such as the United Kingdom and Germany.

Snowden seeks asylum in India, 19 other countries

Snowden seeks asylum in India, 19 other countries

Rediff.com2 Jul 2013

American whistleblower Edward Snowden, currently sheltered in the transit zone of Moscow airport, has sought asylum in 20 countries, including India.

Did Cuban cigars thaw US-Cuba relations?

Did Cuban cigars thaw US-Cuba relations?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2015

'The irresistible Cuban cigars, which acquire their unique flavour as they are rolled on the thighs of Cuban women, have always been the ultimate temptation for cigar connoisseurs in the US.'

Discover India's poshest homes

Discover India's poshest homes

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

These exist in a unique world of by-invitation-only properties -- those that are never advertised and which money alone cannot buy. One cannot simply walk in for a tour of these apartments. A buyer must first meet the developer's targeted social criteria to get invited for a walkthrough of the property.

Is Putin overthrown or he's had a secret baby?

Is Putin overthrown or he's had a secret baby?

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Vladimir Putin is MIA (missing in action) and the Internet is obsessing over it!

Iran: Tough nut for US to crack

Iran: Tough nut for US to crack

Rediff.com26 Aug 2005

'It is only because we were facing US threats that we were able to successfully develop a nuclear programme of our own.'