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US envoy to South Korea wounded in knife attack

US envoy to South Korea wounded in knife attack

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

The United States ambassador to South Korea, Mark Lippert, was wounded on Thursday.

Caught napping over migrants' exodus, BJP fights back

Caught napping over migrants' exodus, BJP fights back

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

'We had no inkling this would come. Admittedly, we failed to inspire confidence in migrants that no harm would come to them if they stayed back.' Radhika Ramaseshan reports.

'Trump has put Pakistan on notice for harbouring terrorists'

'Trump has put Pakistan on notice for harbouring terrorists'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2017

'For too long Pakistan has provided safe haven to the Taliban and many terrorist organisations, but those days are over'

PIX: Rapinoe, Lavelle give USA fourth World Cup title

PIX: Rapinoe, Lavelle give USA fourth World Cup title

Rediff.com7 Jul 2019

Rapinoe broke the deadlock with a 61st-minute VAR-awarded penalty before Lavelle rounded off the victory eight minutes later with a left-foot effort from just inside the area as the U.S. added to their 1991, 1999 and 2015 titles.

Why is Coca-Cola doing this?

Why is Coca-Cola doing this?

Rediff.com1 Jan 2019

Twenty-five years on, Coca-Cola is involved in a new search. Arnab Dutta reports.

March sees modest growth in car sales

March sees modest growth in car sales

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

There was no sale of premium sedan Kizashi during the month.

Mango shipment to leave for America

Mango shipment to leave for America

Rediff.com13 Apr 2007

Indian mangoes are all set to be shipped to the American market in the next few days after the United States decided to allow import of the delicious fruit.

Kashmir won't be 'major topic' during Modi-Xi meet: China

Kashmir won't be 'major topic' during Modi-Xi meet: China

Rediff.com18 Sep 2019

'For this kind of informal summit, I think it is better to leave the leaders much time to discuss whatever they would like to discuss'

Finally, domestic banks see light amid NPA gloom

Finally, domestic banks see light amid NPA gloom

Rediff.com20 Aug 2018

After showing a consistent rise in the previous 4 quarters, gross NPAs of 40 listed bank declined to Rs 10.03 trillion at the end of June 2018, from Rs 10.25 trillion in the previous quarter.

'No ifs, no buts, Kanhaiya Kumar will contest from Begusarai'

'No ifs, no buts, Kanhaiya Kumar will contest from Begusarai'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

'The Congress agreed to it, but the RJD has some problem with Kanhaiya.'

JNU students clash with cops during protest over fee hike, dress code

JNU students clash with cops during protest over fee hike, dress code

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

The protests, which started in the morning, is part of the agitation against the hostel manual and several other issues like restrictions by the administration on entry to the Parthasarathy Rocks, attempts to lock students' union office, according to the students.

Kashmiris are our countrymen, not the enemy

Kashmiris are our countrymen, not the enemy

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

'We cannot win peace among our people by treating them like the enemy,' says Mitali Saran.

Bihar polls: Lalu Yadav to declare seats for Samajawadi party on Sunday

Bihar polls: Lalu Yadav to declare seats for Samajawadi party on Sunday

Rediff.com22 Aug 2015

The Bihar unit of Samajwadi Party, which had protested over denial of seats in the grand alliance for Bihar Assembly polls, claimed to have fruitful talks with the alliance partners Rashtriya Janata Dal President Lalu Prasad and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar over seat sharing.

Nitish avoids queries over snub from Modi

Nitish avoids queries over snub from Modi

Rediff.com16 Oct 2017

Kumar had sought central university status for it in keeping with public sentiments.

'Neither the court nor CoA should run cricket'

'Neither the court nor CoA should run cricket'

Rediff.com15 May 2019

'It is for the cricket organisers to do it and these organisers are the elected bodies. Now the reforms require that they associate cricketers also. They take care of the game that's all. I think things are moving positively. The process of reforms commenced long back has taken time. Now it is time for implementation'

Note ban comes as a deep cut for world's diamond polishing hub

Note ban comes as a deep cut for world's diamond polishing hub

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

In the third of a six-part series, Business Standard travels through diamond and textile units in Surat to assess the impact of demonetisation.

5 food lessons I learned from my granny

5 food lessons I learned from my granny

Rediff.com20 May 2016

Nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar's approach to nutrition is driven by her grandmother.

Indian mangoes may be exported to US soon

Indian mangoes may be exported to US soon

Rediff.com22 Dec 2005

The United States on Thursday indicated that the issue of Indian mangoes getting access to its market could be resolved by early next year.

Has your child drunk milk today?

Has your child drunk milk today?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2005

Cricket Buzz: Pakistan to continue playing home games in the UAE

Cricket Buzz: Pakistan to continue playing home games in the UAE

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

Uncertainty arose following reports that the Afghanistan Premier League would be played in UAE in October, coinciding with Pakistan's home series against Australia and New Zealand.

North Korea will take part in next two Olympics: IOC

North Korea will take part in next two Olympics: IOC

Rediff.com31 Mar 2018

North Korea will take part in the next two Olympic Games in Japan and China, International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach said on Saturday after meeting North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang.

12 most insane images from the world's biggest tomato festival

12 most insane images from the world's biggest tomato festival

Rediff.com1 Sep 2017

The Spanish Mediterranean town of Bunol turned red when around 22,000 people gathered to throw 150 tonne of ripe tomatoes at each other during the Tomatina festival -- the world's biggest annual tomato fight.

India, Sweden to deepen defence, security ties

India, Sweden to deepen defence, security ties

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

Swedish Prime Minister Lofven lauded India as 'global power' and said the two countries are a 'perfect match'.

India tops slavery index with 14.3 million victims

India tops slavery index with 14.3 million victims

Rediff.com18 Nov 2014

Nearly 14.3 million people, including children, are 'trapped' in modern-day slavery in India, which tops a global index of people under bondage across the world with an estimated 35.8 million people enslaved, a new research said on Monday.

Hockey: India men beat hosts Belgium 2-1; Women draw with Britain

Hockey: India men beat hosts Belgium 2-1; Women draw with Britain

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

Riding high on confidence after their 5-1 win over Spain in the third match of the Tour of Belgium, the Indian men's hockey team started on an attacking note against the hosts and earned a penalty corner in the 10th minute, which was duly converted by Rohidas to give his side the lead.

PM gets invitation to visit Pakistan

PM gets invitation to visit Pakistan

Rediff.com24 Nov 2004

The prime minister has accepted the invitation. The dates will be finalised through diplomatic channels.

'US bio-terrorism law to hit Indian food exports'

'US bio-terrorism law to hit Indian food exports'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2004

The new US bio-terrorism law, which mandates prior registration of food suppliers with the USFDA, is likely to adversely affect the Indian food and marines exports, warns a leading non-government organisation EAN-India.

Football Briefs: Maradona tells Madrid, give away Bale and bring Mbappe

Football Briefs: Maradona tells Madrid, give away Bale and bring Mbappe

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

GDP growth in last 2 yrs of UPA rule below projections: Niti

GDP growth in last 2 yrs of UPA rule below projections: Niti

Rediff.com25 Jul 2017

Under the new methodology, the base year has been changed from 2004-05 to 2011-12 and also in conformity with the international practice, the GDP is now measured at market prices.

Delhi riots toll reaches 38 as crime branch takes over cases

Delhi riots toll reaches 38 as crime branch takes over cases

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

Eleven more deaths were reported on Thursday, taking the total death toll to 38, a senior Delhi Health Department official told PTI.

'Attempt to change status quo at LAC is unacceptable'

'Attempt to change status quo at LAC is unacceptable'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

As the pandemic unfolded, the India-China relationship has come under severe stress. To restore normalcy, agreements between the two countries must be respected scrupulously in their entirety. Where the Line of Actual Control is concerned, any attempt to unilaterally change the status quo is unacceptable, declares External Affairs Minister Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar.

Why exports keep missing ministry target

Why exports keep missing ministry target

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

A combination of externalities such as global trade wars and slowing growth, continuing glitches in accessing offsets under the GST regime, which has created a liquidity crunch for smaller exporters, and the growing competitiveness of smaller countries are causing the slowdown.

PM Modi turns 69, birthday wishes pour in

PM Modi turns 69, birthday wishes pour in

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

In less than an hour, seven of the top 10 India trends were fuelled by wishes pouring in for Prime Minister Modi from different quarters.

Wanted: Greater private sector investment in agriculture

Wanted: Greater private sector investment in agriculture

Rediff.com4 Jan 2018

From linking innovation with supply of inputs to providing contract farming, the private sector can help agriculture move to the next stage of development.

Tamil Nadu all set to build India's first defence corridor

Tamil Nadu all set to build India's first defence corridor

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

In less than two months since the announcement in March, the state has mobilised an armada of small and medium enterprises keen on making components for large equipment manufacturers.

India hoping to salvage pride against Germany

India hoping to salvage pride against Germany

Rediff.com30 Jun 2004

India are winless after two matches in the Robobank hockey tournament and have conceded eight goals.

How Tata Motors plans to save Rs 1,900 crore in FY19

How Tata Motors plans to save Rs 1,900 crore in FY19

Rediff.com20 Jun 2018

The country's top automaker in terms of revenue plans to launch a total of 50 products in the CV segment during 2018-19.

Opposition leaders vow to join hands to defeat BJP

Opposition leaders vow to join hands to defeat BJP

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

Top opposition leaders including Rahul Gandhi and Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday agreed to work together to prepare a common minimum programme.

When retirement beckons

When retirement beckons

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

Retirement blues can sometimes result in actions that are dysfunctional, notes Ajit Balakrishnan.