News for 'United Arab Emirates'

Iran sanctions: US to hold talks with UAE, Bahrain

Iran sanctions: US to hold talks with UAE, Bahrain

Rediff.com16 Aug 2010

A United States official is set to hold talks in the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Lebanon this week on sanctions imposed by the United Nations Security Council on Iran over its nuclear programme.

Amazing, Awesome, Stunning Photographs!

Amazing, Awesome, Stunning Photographs!

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

The 2025 Sony World Photography Awards has announced its National and Regional Award winners, celebrating talent from 56 countries.

UAE bans import of birds from India

UAE bans import of birds from India

Rediff.com31 Jul 2007

The United Arab Emirates has enforced a temporary ban on imports of all kinds of birds from India after bird flu was detected there.

Jet, Etihad tweak agreement to get Sebi approval

Jet, Etihad tweak agreement to get Sebi approval

Rediff.com12 May 2014

Abu Dhabi is no longer exclusive hub for Jet, Etihad won't recommend candidates for Jet management.

10 BEST catches from IPL first leg in the UAE

10 BEST catches from IPL first leg in the UAE

Rediff.com5 May 2014

Check out the best catches from the first leg of the Indian Premier League, in the UAE.

UAE lifts ban on Indian poultry products

UAE lifts ban on Indian poultry products

Rediff.com8 Jun 2007

The United Arab Emirates has lifted a ban on import of eggs and other poultry products from India.

Don't travel to India with satellite devices, UAE warns

Don't travel to India with satellite devices, UAE warns

Rediff.com13 Jun 2013

The United Arab Emirates has warned its nationals not to carry any satellite communication devices such as Thuraya and Iridium while travelling to India.

US navy shooting: DMK seeks probe by India, UAE

US navy shooting: DMK seeks probe by India, UAE

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam on Thursday demanded a joint investigation by India and the United Arab Emirates into the firing on fishermen by a United States navy ship that resulted in the death of one of them as also interim compensation to the injured.

Cricket Quiz: How much do you remember of IPL 2013?

Cricket Quiz: How much do you remember of IPL 2013?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2014

A quiz for all you cricket fans.

Cricket Quiz: How much do you remember of IPL 2013?

Cricket Quiz: How much do you remember of IPL 2013?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2014

A quiz for all you cricket fans.

Flashback: Five best knocks of IPL VI

Flashback: Five best knocks of IPL VI

Rediff.com14 Apr 2014

Even as we gear up for the seventh edition of the Indian Premier League, here's a look back at the five best efforts with the bat in last year's edition.

'Indian football needs to develop with a young set of boys'

'Indian football needs to develop with a young set of boys'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2012

India's new football coach Wim Koevermans and technical director Rob Baan spoke about coaching philosophy, discipline and a lot more.

Seoul to host Bollywood awards show

Seoul to host Bollywood awards show

Rediff.com27 Jan 2010

This year's edition of the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards will be held at the South Korean city.

Why India must stabilise its ties with Iran

Why India must stabilise its ties with Iran

Rediff.com12 May 2011

The arrangement will allow Iran to buy Indian products, but not invest in India. The list of items that Iran can import is still being worked out to ensure that there are no items classified as "dual use".

Jet fuel from plants? UAE to conduct study

Jet fuel from plants? UAE to conduct study

Rediff.com6 Oct 2009

Dhabi's Masdar Institute of Science and Technology -- an independent, non-profit institution -- will conduct the study alongwith Boeing and Yale University's School of Forestry and Environmental Studies, to examine the possibility for sustainable, large-scale production of biofuel from halophyte plants like salicornia bigelovii and saltwater mangroves.

Dawood's criminal syndicate a credible threat: US

Dawood's criminal syndicate a credible threat: US

Rediff.com6 Jan 2010

Running a criminal syndicate of 5,000 members with strategic alliance in connivance with the Inter Services Intelligence, Lashkar-e-Tayiba and Al Qaeda, the Karachi-headquartered D-Company is an example of the 'criminal-terrorism' fusion model and poses a threat to United States' security interests in South Asia, a Congressional report has stated.

Football legend Maradona's stolen watch found in Assam, 1 held

Football legend Maradona's stolen watch found in Assam, 1 held

Rediff.com11 Dec 2021

The accused person was working as a security guard at a company in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates that was storing the belongings of the late Argentinian footballer.

Srinath retains Asian Junior Chess title

Srinath retains Asian Junior Chess title

Rediff.com6 Apr 2013

India's International Master Narayanan Srinath retained his Asian Junior chess title while compatriot J Saranya finished runner-up in the girls' championship that concluded at Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates on Sunday.

UAE investors invited to bid for I-League clubs

UAE investors invited to bid for I-League clubs

Rediff.com3 Apr 2013

In a move to revive football in India, the All India Football Federation has invited investors from the United Arab Emirates to bid for two available club slots in India's top-flight domestic football league.

Carlsen bags fifth World Chess Championship crown

Carlsen bags fifth World Chess Championship crown

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

The Norwegian beat Ian Nepomniachtchi of Russia on Friday in Dubai.

Australia recall Stoinis, Richardson, Agar for England T20Is

Australia recall Stoinis, Richardson, Agar for England T20Is

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

Australia has recalled all-rounder Marcus Stoinis, along with paceman Kane Richardson and spinner Ashton Agar, for the T20 series against England in the lead-up to the World Cup.

India slips from top to 8th spot in business optimism

India slips from top to 8th spot in business optimism

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

The data was drawn from interviews with 3,500 senior executives across industry sectors and was conducted between November and December 2013.

Delivering Big B's eco message to the South Pole

Delivering Big B's eco message to the South Pole

Rediff.com14 Oct 2010

Satish Sikha, a Toronto-based designer, has collected 1,162 messages -- each on a one yard-long fabric -- from celebrities and scholars around the world, all talking about protecting the environment.

Under 19 World Cup: India to face Pakistan in campaign opener

Under 19 World Cup: India to face Pakistan in campaign opener

Rediff.com14 Dec 2013

The Indian Under-19 cricket team will open its campaign in next year's ICC World Cup against arch-foes Pakistan when the event is staged at the Dubai International Stadium on February 15.

Shakir edges Maradona to become Iraq's national coach

Shakir edges Maradona to become Iraq's national coach

Rediff.com31 Dec 2012

Iraq football association has promoted Hakeem Shakir to the head coach's post, ending speculations of a possible appointment of Diego Maradona for the job.

India imports nearly 18 tonnes gold in May

India imports nearly 18 tonnes gold in May

Rediff.com15 Jun 2009

India has been ranked as the most attractive nation for retail investment among 30 emerging markets by US-based global management consulting firm A T Kearney. According to the entity's Global Retail Development Index, India is followed by Russia (2), China (3), United Arab Emirates (4) and Saudi Arabia (5).

UAE approves extradition treaty with India

UAE approves extradition treaty with India

Rediff.com10 Dec 2012

The United Arab Emirates Cabinet has approved an extradition agreement that the Gulf nation had signed with India for facilitating the transfer of Indian convicts to spend the remaining jail term in their home country.

India Must Not Lower Guard With China

India Must Not Lower Guard With China

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

The Galwan clash occurred six months after the Doklam disengagement and two high-profile meetings. India should not be caught by surprise once again, asserts former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

Collision between India-bound planes averted in Dubai

Collision between India-bound planes averted in Dubai

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

The planes had come on the same runway during take-off from the airport. The DGCA has asked UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) to share its investigation report on this incident.

Pak refuses to extend 15-day deadline for closing Shamsi base

Pak refuses to extend 15-day deadline for closing Shamsi base

Rediff.com29 Nov 2011

President Asif Ali Zardari has reportedly turned down a request to extend the 15-day deadline set by the Pakistan government for the United States to vacate Shamsi airbase that is believed to be used by CIA-operated drones.

6,000 Indians languishing in jails abroad: Khurshid

6,000 Indians languishing in jails abroad: Khurshid

Rediff.com22 Nov 2012

Over 6,000 Indians are currently languishing in foreign jails with maximum of 1,691 being lodged in Saudi Arabia. External Affairs Salman Khurshid, replying to a question in Rajya Sabha, said a total of 6,293 Indians are imprisoned in various countries.

This Nepal cricketer surpasses Tendulkar, Afridi

This Nepal cricketer surpasses Tendulkar, Afridi

Rediff.com26 Jan 2019

Paudel scored a 58-ball 55 as Nepal beat United Arab Emirates by 145 runs in an ODI at Dubai.

PCB's unique proposal: Pakistan ready to play HOME matches in India!

PCB's unique proposal: Pakistan ready to play HOME matches in India!

Rediff.com24 May 2015

The south Asian neighbours may not share the best of relations but Pakistan would like to play their home matches in India, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chief Shahayar Khan said.

More flights to Middle East soon

More flights to Middle East soon

Rediff.com23 Dec 2005

The Middle East-India route is hotting up in December as several airlines are busy raising the number of flights.

RBI Forex Intervention Hits Highest In 17 Years

RBI Forex Intervention Hits Highest In 17 Years

Rediff.com23 May 2025

In response to the panic triggered by Trump's trade policies, the RBI net sold approximately $43 billion in the second half of FY25 to curb volatility, as the rupee plunged to a low of 87.95 per dollar in February this year.

First Gulf Maharashtra business convention

First Gulf Maharashtra business convention

Rediff.com2 Mar 2010

First Gulf Maharashtra business convention titled 'MahaBiz 2010 Dubai' organised by Gulf Maharashtra Business Forum (GMBF) in Dubai, on 23rd and 24th April 2010.

Expats in UAE can change jobs after 3 years

Expats in UAE can change jobs after 3 years

Rediff.com13 Jul 2005

Earlier, barring a few professions, expatriate workers could not change jobs and were barred from entering the UAE for six months to a year before they could change jobs.

Pakistan-India cricket series to resume in 2015

Pakistan-India cricket series to resume in 2015

Rediff.com15 May 2014

Pakistan on Thursday said it has agreed to play six cricket series against India between 2015 to 2023, the first since the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks suspended play between the teams. The Pakistan Cricket Board said it had signed an Memorandum of Understanding with the Board of Control for Cricket in India for the six series.

Tata's telco biz in doldrums after DoCoMo breaks partnership

Tata's telco biz in doldrums after DoCoMo breaks partnership

Rediff.com6 May 2014

DoCoMo's exit from Tata Teleservices highlights the struggle of smaller operators even as the outlook improves for bigger players.

'It's nice to have a start after a disappointing run in Dubai'

'It's nice to have a start after a disappointing run in Dubai'

Rediff.com4 May 2014

New Zealand all-rounder Corey Anderson echoed the relief felt by his Mumbai Indians teammates after the defending champions recorded their first win in the ongoing IPL after five consecutive defeats.