News for 'brussel'

Euro zone finalises rescue package for Greece

Euro zone finalises rescue package for Greece

Rediff.com12 Apr 2010

The finance ministers of the 16 European Union nations, who have euro as their common currency, finalised the details of their bail out plan for Greece at a conference, chairman of the euro group and Luxembourg Prime Minister Jean-Claude Junker said in Brussels on Sunday.

Why too much sugar is bad for you

Why too much sugar is bad for you

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

According to a study, sugar makes cancer tumours more aggressive.

Wickmayer made to wait for ITF decision on ban

Wickmayer made to wait for ITF decision on ban

Rediff.com16 Dec 2009

US Open semi-finalist Yanina Wickmayer must wait to see whether she can return to action even though a Belgian court has suspended a one-year ban imposed on her for violating anti-doping regulations.

Belgian court overturns bans on Wickmayer, Malisse

Belgian court overturns bans on Wickmayer, Malisse

Rediff.com15 Dec 2009

A Belgian court on Monday suspended a one-year ban imposed on tennis players Yanina Wickmayer and Xavier Malisse for violating anti-doping regulations, Wickmayer's agent said.

India blank Belgium 6-0, win series 2-0

India blank Belgium 6-0, win series 2-0

Rediff.com17 Jul 2010

India pumped in four goals in the second half to rout hosts Belgium 6-0 in the third and final hockey Test and clinch the series 2-0 at Wellington, Brussels.

Chavanel seizes Tour lead as rain causes havoc

Chavanel seizes Tour lead as rain causes havoc

Rediff.com6 Jul 2010

Sylvain Chavanel's Tour de France chances were nearly ruined by a crash two months ago but more drama on the same Belgian roads gave him the race leader's jersey after the second stage on Monday.

Sarkozy apologises to Ireland, dismisses replay

Sarkozy apologises to Ireland, dismisses replay

Rediff.com20 Nov 2009

French President Nicolas Sarkozy apologised to Irish Prime Minister Brian Cowen for France's controversial victory over Ireland in their World Cup play-off on Wednesday, but would not agree to a replay.

Ukraine detain man who planned attacks during Euro soccer

Ukraine detain man who planned attacks during Euro soccer

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

Ukraine's state security service said on Monday a French citizen detained in late May on the Ukrainian-Polish border had been planning attacks in France to coincide with the Euro 2016 soccer championship it is hosting.

Juventus remember 'cursed night' of Heysel

Juventus remember 'cursed night' of Heysel

Rediff.com30 May 2010

Juventus will create a memorial at their new stadium to remember the victims of Heysel, their club president said on the 25th anniversary of the disaster.

What drove Nepal to escalate border row with India?

What drove Nepal to escalate border row with India?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2020

'We keep saying that we have a very close historical, cultural, linguistic and religious affinity with Nepal. Then why be so insensitive that we cannot find time to talk to them for more than 5-6 months'

Blocked by US House Speaker, Trump delays State of the Union address

Blocked by US House Speaker, Trump delays State of the Union address

Rediff.com24 Jan 2019

Trump announcing his decision said it was Pelosi's "prerogative" to suggest a later date.

New Greek bailout talks start, creditors seek more action

New Greek bailout talks start, creditors seek more action

Rediff.com27 Jul 2015

Athens has pushed two reform packages through parliament

World's 10 best airports

World's 10 best airports

Rediff.com26 Mar 2010

The Skytrax World Airport Awards were announced on March 23 at a ceremony in Brussels, Belgium, as part of the Passenger Terminal Expo. According to results released on March 24, the world's best airport in 2010 was Changi in Singapore, followed by Incheon in Seoul and Hong Kong International Airport. The rest of Skytrax's top 10 list included Kuala Lumpur, Beijing, Auckland and Bangkok from the Asia-Pacific region, and Munich, Zurich and Amsterdam from Europe.

MUST SEE: Stunning concept cars!

MUST SEE: Stunning concept cars!

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

These cars may or may not get produced commerically, although some of them do hit the roads.

Why is the IAF still buying fighter jets?

Why is the IAF still buying fighter jets?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

'We spent Rs 59,000 crore on acquiring 36 Rafales and we do not know if we will ever use them. The chances are that we never will,' argues Aakar Patel.

Football Briefs: Klopp sick of Liverpool's defensive slips; Bologna snap Inter's win streak

Football Briefs: Klopp sick of Liverpool's defensive slips; Bologna snap Inter's win streak

Rediff.com20 Sep 2017

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

PIX: Belgium first team into Euro 2020 finals

PIX: Belgium first team into Euro 2020 finals

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

A round-up of Thursday night's matches from the Euro 2020 qualifiers.

Sizzle in the sun: July was the HOTTEST month ever around the world

Sizzle in the sun: July was the HOTTEST month ever around the world

Rediff.com20 Aug 2015

The average global temperature for July 2015 was the highest for any month since record keeping began in 1880, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said.

We must guard against ISIS clones in India

We must guard against ISIS clones in India

Rediff.com25 Mar 2016

'Increasingly, there is a tendency to magnify 'victimhood' of the minority for electoral gains and vote bank politics.'
'There is no doubt that there is a worldwide rise in Islamophobia. There is a tendency amongst some in India to react to this in the Indian milieu,' says Colonel Anil A Athale(retd).

Ranjan Mathai takes over as new Indian envoy to UK

Ranjan Mathai takes over as new Indian envoy to UK

Rediff.com10 Dec 2013

Mathai took the office on Monday. He succeeds Jaimini Bhagwati, who retired recently.

So near... Frustrated Belgium rues what might have been

So near... Frustrated Belgium rues what might have been

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

Belgians tasted bitterness in their beer on Tuesday after their dreams of a first World Cup final were ended by the narrowest of margins by their bigger French neighbours.

Another 50 mn face hunger: UN

Another 50 mn face hunger: UN

Rediff.com4 Jul 2008

He noted that the current crisis was triggered by a confluence of factors including increased use of biofuels, surging demand for agri products due to population and economic growth in emerging markets and inadequate supply of cereals -- which is at its lowest levels in three decades. Further aggravating these problems are restrictive protectionist measures taken by some exporting nations, speculation on futures markets and high prices of agricultural inputs, he added.

US spying on allies 'completely unacceptable': Germany

US spying on allies 'completely unacceptable': Germany

Rediff.com2 Jul 2013

Expressing outrage over reports that it is the most closely watched country in Europe under a United States spying programme, Germany today said eavesdropping on allies is "completely unacceptable" and demanded full details of the surveillance.

US bugged EU computer networks, offices: Report

US bugged EU computer networks, offices: Report

Rediff.com1 Jul 2013

German magazine expose could have 'severe impact' on US-EU relations

Real threat to Pak is Taliban not India: Zardari

Real threat to Pak is Taliban not India: Zardari

Rediff.com24 Jun 2009

'I do not consider India a military threat. The question is that India has the capability. Capability is what matters. With regard to intention, I think we both have our good intentions. India is a reality, Pakistan is a reality, but Taliban is a threat, an international threat, to our way of life,' The Daily Times quoted Zardari as saying.

Rajiv Bajaj hits out at Global NCAP on safety tests

Rajiv Bajaj hits out at Global NCAP on safety tests

Rediff.com18 May 2016

Euro NCAP had said it was disappointed to see quadricycles, including the Bajaj Qute, lack basic safety features.

'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.

All you need to know about UK's new PM

All you need to know about UK's new PM

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

An ardent backer of Brexit, Boris Johnson has a reputation for brashness, bombast, bending the truth, and really bad hair, which has earned him more than a few comparisons to United States President Donald Trump (who also happens to be a fan of his). Here are some interesting facts about BoJo, as he is called by the British media.

Tired Bolt yearns for home, calmer 2010

Tired Bolt yearns for home, calmer 2010

Rediff.com5 Sep 2009

Usain Bolt enthralled a capacity crowd in Brussels with his showmanship and stadium record on Friday, but said later he was missing Jamaica and seeking some respite.

Bolt coasts to victory, trio share $1 million

Bolt coasts to victory, trio share $1 million

Rediff.com5 Sep 2009

Triple Olympic and world champion Usain Bolt cruised to 200 metres victory in a Brussels Golden League meeting record on Friday while three athletes shared the final $1 million jackpot.

I'm not a track legend yet, says Usain Bolt

I'm not a track legend yet, says Usain Bolt

Rediff.com3 Sep 2009

Usain Bolt is already a triple Olympic and world champion but he will not rest until he believes he has achieved the status of an athletics legend, the Jamaican said on Wednesday.

India Inc to hard-sell itself to the EU

India Inc to hard-sell itself to the EU

Rediff.com27 Aug 2009

Jointly organised by the Indian Merchants Chamber (IMC) and the Europe India Chamber of Commerce, the 'India Calling' conference is a rare effort by Indian industry to brand India at a EU level.

France's railway workers on 3-month strike against Macron's 'reforms'

France's railway workers on 3-month strike against Macron's 'reforms'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

Workers of SNCF will be on strike for two days out of five every week for three months.

The Jet brand that Naresh Goyal built

The Jet brand that Naresh Goyal built

Rediff.com9 Jul 2019

Even in ruin, Jet retained its one essential brand quality: Dignity, says brand guru Sandeep Goyal.

FIFA drops sanction threat on Poland

FIFA drops sanction threat on Poland

Rediff.com6 Oct 2008

FIFA has dropped its threat of sanctions on Poland after reaching an agreement with the country's government.

US raises concern over LeT proxies contesting Pak polls

US raises concern over LeT proxies contesting Pak polls

Rediff.com21 Jul 2018

The EU too urged Pak to ensure "safe and secure conditions" for the polls.

Ferrari takes lead over poor imitations

Ferrari takes lead over poor imitations

Rediff.com11 Mar 2008

Under the slogan "Fakes cost more", the European Union is to throw its weight behind a global campaign against counterfeiting. A rare Ferrari and kung-fu-kicking monks will help launch the drive in Brussels on Monday. Jose Manuel Barroso, the European Commission president, is to open a counterfeiting summit attended by businesses, charities and campaign groups

Visiting India to express solidarity, says Rice

Visiting India to express solidarity, says Rice

Rediff.com3 Dec 2008

United States Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, hours before arriving in New Delhi, was circumspect when asked if US intelligence had warned India that a deadly terror attack in Mumbai is likely, as reported by the media, which is quoting unnamed counter-terrorism officials.Rice said that "We've been through that in the United States. It's a tough business, particularly, for a democracy, and so I have to tell you, I have a lot of empathy for what they're going through."

EU lauds Pakistan poll

EU lauds Pakistan poll

Rediff.com23 Feb 2008

Lauding Pakistan for the successful conduct of general elections, the European Union has urged the nation to move swiftly towards the formation of a stable and functional government.

UK MPs reject chaotic 'no-deal' Brexit, back May's bid to reopen deal

UK MPs reject chaotic 'no-deal' Brexit, back May's bid to reopen deal

Rediff.com30 Jan 2019

In a series of votes on Tuesday, lawmakers rejected a no-deal Brexit by 318 votes to 310, undermining the government's argument that Britain would be willing to crash out of the EU without an agreement.