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Khashoggi killing gives Middle East politics unexpected twists

Khashoggi killing gives Middle East politics unexpected twists

Rediff.com24 Oct 2018

'Saudi Arabia's standing internationally and in the West is going to take a big hit even if MBS is dethroned.'

Was Centre sleeping till now, ask Oppn MPs on Manipur

Was Centre sleeping till now, ask Oppn MPs on Manipur

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

'Everyone's voice must be heard. We will be talking to both Kukis and Meiteis'

46 killed, 700 injured as 5.4 magnitude earthquake jolts Indonesia

46 killed, 700 injured as 5.4 magnitude earthquake jolts Indonesia

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

According to CNA citing several reports, stated that around 700 people were injured in the West Java town.

Manipur violence: Ambulance burning among 20 cases handed over to CBI

Manipur violence: Ambulance burning among 20 cases handed over to CBI

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

Officials of the Central Bureau of Investigation have been handed over two FIRs -- one filed by police at the Lamphel station and the other filed by the boy's father -- Joshua Hangsing -- at the Kangpokpi police station.

I-League: East Bengal stun Bengaluru FC; Aizawl down Mumbai FC

I-League: East Bengal stun Bengaluru FC; Aizawl down Mumbai FC

Rediff.com22 Jan 2017

Striker Robin Singh struck the match-winner as Bengal made a stunning second-half comeback to upset defending champions Bengaluru FC 2-1 in a high-profile I-League football clash, in Barasat, West Bengal on Sunday.

1975 To 2023: How India Fared In World Cup Openers

1975 To 2023: How India Fared In World Cup Openers

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

A look at how India have fared in their World Cup opening games.

West Ham United sack manager Zola

West Ham United sack manager Zola

Rediff.com11 May 2010

West Ham United have sacked Italian manager Gianfranco Zola, the Premier League club said on Tuesday.

2 pilots die after Army helicopter crashes in Arunachal

2 pilots die after Army helicopter crashes in Arunachal

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

Two pilots on board a Cheetah helicopter of the Army were killed when it crashed near Mandala in West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh on Thursday morning, a defence spokesperson said.

'American or Chinese soldiers are not a patch on Indian soldiers'

'American or Chinese soldiers are not a patch on Indian soldiers'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

'The next war will be fought by China-Pakistan against India and we have to fully be prepared. We must read the writing on the wall.'

India braces for driest August in 122 years

India braces for driest August in 122 years

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

Also, the monsoon this year may end up being the driest since 2015, which recorded a rainfall deficit of 13 per cent, they said.

Manipur cuts security for ministers, MLAs; to beef up farmers

Manipur cuts security for ministers, MLAs; to beef up farmers

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

The development came two days after Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh said that a decision has been taken to provide security to the farmers who will start the cropping season.

Kissinger used racist, misogynist language for then PM Indira Gandhi

Kissinger used racist, misogynist language for then PM Indira Gandhi

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Speaking about the issue in India in March 2012 at a media conclave, Kissinger defended his use of unparliamentary language while referring to Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.

East India bucks slowing trend in auto sector

East India bucks slowing trend in auto sector

Rediff.com26 Dec 2013

A lower base could be part of the explanation but not all.

East Zone trounce North by eight wickets

East Zone trounce North by eight wickets

Rediff.com19 Jan 2004

Fine unbeaten half-centuries by skipper Devang Gandhi and Kiran Pawar East Zone to a eight-wicket win over North Zone in the Deodhar Trophy.

'We are telling the story of our tallest hero'

'We are telling the story of our tallest hero'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

'The moment the Army approved the script, they told us that they will give their full support and asked us for our full dedication.'

Drop Kohli, Rohit for Windies Tests!

Drop Kohli, Rohit for Windies Tests!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Cheteshwar Pujara, Mohammed Shami and Ravindra Jadeja could do with a break, which will allow India to try out new players in the Caribbean.

Bahutule stars in West's victory

Bahutule stars in West's victory

Rediff.com2 Mar 2007

A fine all-round display by Sairaj Bahutule powered West Zone to a comprehensive 105-run victory over East Zone in the Deodhar Trophy league match.

'Toll on Mumbai trans-harbour bridge should be Rs 500, not Rs 250'

'Toll on Mumbai trans-harbour bridge should be Rs 500, not Rs 250'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

'You need to have enough funds to maintain the primacy of public transport and it should not suffer because of lack of funds.'

Cyclone Biparjoy: Storm to intensify in 12 hours

Cyclone Biparjoy: Storm to intensify in 12 hours

Rediff.com10 Jun 2023

'Very severe cyclonic storm Biparjoy at 2330 hrs IST of 9th June over east-central Arabian Sea near lat 16.0N & long 67.4E. Likely to intensify further & move north-northeastwards during the next 24hrs,' the IMD said in a tweet.

Why Israel failed to prevent this 'unprecedented' attack

Why Israel failed to prevent this 'unprecedented' attack

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Some experts feel that Israel got so totally engrossed in countering Iran and in efforts to foil the Islamic Republic's nuclear programme that it has neglected its own backyard.

Affected by Manipur violence, students stare at bleak future

Affected by Manipur violence, students stare at bleak future

Rediff.com16 May 2023

"I fear I won't perform well in the class 10 board examination next year, which might affect my dreams of enrolling in a good school in Imphal," Karam said.

EPL PIX: Man Utd back into top four

EPL PIX: Man Utd back into top four

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

Images from Wednesday's action in the English Premier League.

Cyclone Biparjoy heads towards Gujarat-Maharashtra coasts

Cyclone Biparjoy heads towards Gujarat-Maharashtra coasts

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

A depression over the southeast Arabian Sea, south of Porbandar in Gujarat, is likely to move northwestward and intensify into a cyclonic storm, the India Meteorological Department said on Tuesday.

Oberoi to expand in SA, West Asia

Oberoi to expand in SA, West Asia

Rediff.com11 Apr 2006

HDFC Bank goes for first major rejig after merger

HDFC Bank goes for first major rejig after merger

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

HDFC Bank has reshuffled the portfolios of its senior management team. This is the first major rejig after the amalgamation of HDFC Ltd on July 1. "The runway for our growth is large. This change is being done to bring in a very sharp focus on leveraging what we have built and for enhanced execution," said Sashidhar Jagdishan, managing director and chief executive of HDFC Bank, explaining the reason for this overhaul.

Army launches huge operation against North-East terrorists

Army launches huge operation against North-East terrorists

Rediff.com5 Jun 2015

Although India has sought inputs from the Myanmar army since most of those involved in Thursday's ambush would have sneaked across into Myanmar, the fresh operations would smoke out insurgents based in hideouts on the Indian side along the border.

7 tourists killed in massive avalanche near China border in Sikkim

7 tourists killed in massive avalanche near China border in Sikkim

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

The avalanche hit the arterial Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, which connects Gangtok to Nathu La at the China border, around 11.30 am, trapping five-six vehicles with around 30 people under the snow, the Army said in a statement.

West Bengal: Flood situation improves

West Bengal: Flood situation improves

Rediff.com28 Oct 2005

West Bengal: Flood situation improves, alert still on

Mumbai's G20 Cover Up

Mumbai's G20 Cover Up

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

G20 delegates are in Mumbai, so the Maximum City has got hurriedly painted walls and makeover.

What When The Modi Magic Fades?

What When The Modi Magic Fades?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

It's great to win election after election on the strength of Modi's charisma and voter appeal, but the larger the Modi myth grows, the more the BJP diminishes, notes Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

'At the end of war, our aim is to ensure Hamas will...'

'At the end of war, our aim is to ensure Hamas will...'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

'Hamas terrorists are hiding in Gaza city inside tunnels, underneath houses and inside buildings populated with innocent Gaza civilians. Civilians of Gaza city evacuate south for your own safety and the safety of your families and distance yourself from Hamas terrorists who are using you as human shields'

Post-poll violence breaks out in Meghalaya, 1 dead, many injured

Post-poll violence breaks out in Meghalaya, 1 dead, many injured

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

Post-poll violence that erupted in at least three assembly constituencies in Meghalaya left several people injured, while one person was found dead in a mysterious circumstance, officials said on Friday.

Rasna plans to enter Europe, West Africa

Rasna plans to enter Europe, West Africa

Rediff.com2 Sep 2010

FMCG firm Rasna is planning to enter Europe and West Africa as part of an overseas expansion plan and expects contribution of export revenues to total turnover to double to about 40 per cent this fiscal, a senior company official said.

Chinese Jets Trying To Scare Quad Leaders?

Chinese Jets Trying To Scare Quad Leaders?

Rediff.com25 May 2022

As Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi, United States President Joe Biden, Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met at the Kantei palace in Tokyo on Tuesday, May 24, 2022, to give the Quad a boost, Chinese and Russian warplanes on Tuesday conducted joint air patrols over the Sea of Japan, the East China Sea and the West Pacific Ocean.

Monsoon covers entire country after delay of 5 days: IMD

Monsoon covers entire country after delay of 5 days: IMD

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

The Southwest Monsoon usually covers the entire country on July 8. The earlier normal date for the monsoon to cover the entire country was July 15.

Terror outfits trying to destabilise South East Asia region?

Terror outfits trying to destabilise South East Asia region?

Rediff.com11 Oct 2014

Highly-placed sources in the Assam police said that several jihadi elements from different areas of Assam were working for terror outfits after undergoing training.

India likely to discuss crude oil discounts with Iraq and UAE soon

India likely to discuss crude oil discounts with Iraq and UAE soon

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

India will soon meet Iraq and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to seek a definitive rate of discount on crude oil similar to what Russia has provided so far, sources said. Multiple officials and industry executives said Iraq, which is India's biggest oil supplier, wants to discuss the level of discounts expected by Indian refiners. India's focus on snapping up ever-increasing volumes of Russian crude oil has led to a corresponding decline in imports from the Middle East. Flows from Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE have suffered as a result.

Jaishankar begins UNGA speech with 'Namaste from Bharat'

Jaishankar begins UNGA speech with 'Namaste from Bharat'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

India on Tuesday told the UN General Assembly that the days when a few nations set the agenda and expected others to fall in line are over, underlining that its presidency of the G20 sought to focus on key concerns of the many, not just the narrow interests of a few.

Monsoon covers Delhi, Mumbai together, breaks 62-year-old record

Monsoon covers Delhi, Mumbai together, breaks 62-year-old record

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

While it hit the national capital two days before schedule, its entry into the financial capital is two weeks late, the Met office said.