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40 Venezuelans, 32 Cuban troops killed in US operation

40 Venezuelans, 32 Cuban troops killed in US operation

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

At least 40 people, including military personnel and civilians, were killed in the United States strike on Venezuela early Saturday, The New York Times reported, citing a senior Venezuelan official who spoke on condition of anonymity, amid claims by Cuba that 32 of its officers were also killed in the operation.

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

'She was brave. She didn't care a hoot. And India was not the strongest of nations as it is now.'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

'She was brave. She didn't care a hoot. And India was not the strongest of nations as it is now.'

Europa League: McGinn seals Villa win; Giroud header gives Lille victory

Europa League: McGinn seals Villa win; Giroud header gives Lille victory

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

In Lille, substitute Olivier Giroud turned the game on its head in the 80th minute.

ISSF Jr World Cup: Rashmika-Kapil bag India's 3rd gold

ISSF Jr World Cup: Rashmika-Kapil bag India's 3rd gold

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

The pair of Rashmika Sahgal and Kapil, who recently won the men's and women's gold in 10m air pistol junior event at the the Asian Championships in Kazakhstan, joined forces to hog the limelight on day three by taking the top spot in air pistol mixed team event.

'Where has all the money gone?': Bhutia slams AIFF boss

'Where has all the money gone?': Bhutia slams AIFF boss

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Bhutia and Chaubey have shared a history of verbal spats, with the former frequently questioning Chaubey's leadership, even calling the AIFF a "circus"

Why Latin America Loves India And Vice Versa

Why Latin America Loves India And Vice Versa

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

The warmth and respect for India were evident wherever I went and noticed how most Latin Americans have Indian gurus either directly or online and yoga was very much in vogue, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Meet the Castros!

Meet the Castros!

Rediff.com26 Nov 2016

'There is perfect coordination between them,' Vice-President Hamid Ansari said when Rediff.com asked what differences he had noted between Raul Castro and his elder brother. 'Commandante (Fidel Castro) remains the undisputed leader of the revolution.'

Meet the Castros!

Meet the Castros!

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

Vice President Hamid Ansari's visit to Havana provided rare insights of the Castro brothers, Fidel and Raul. Rediff.com's Nikhil Lakshman reports.

The Fidel Castro I knew

The Fidel Castro I knew

Rediff.com26 Nov 2016

'Castro told us: "Give me a thousand Gurkhas and I shall keep my neighbour under control!"' 'We pretended that we did not know which neighbour he meant.'

Kamala Harris leads Trump in several battleground states: Polls

Kamala Harris leads Trump in several battleground states: Polls

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Harris stands at 48 per cent against Trump's 46 per cent in Pennsylvania, the UMass Lowell's Center for Public Opinion said.

Football PIX: Big wins for Barcelona, Bayern Munich

Football PIX: Big wins for Barcelona, Bayern Munich

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

Barcelona thrashed Real Betis 5-1 on Wednesday to book their spot in the Copa del Rey quarter-finals.

PHOTOS: What Pope told Fidel Castro

PHOTOS: What Pope told Fidel Castro

Rediff.com21 Sep 2015

In a 30-minute friendly meet, the two leaders spoke about humanity and exchange books

Fidel Castro, Cuba's revolutionary leader, dies

Fidel Castro, Cuba's revolutionary leader, dies

Rediff.com26 Nov 2016

The Cuban government has announced nine days of mourning and has set Castro's funeral for December 4.

Ronaldo's new boss: Al-Nassr make shock appointment

Ronaldo's new boss: Al-Nassr make shock appointment

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

Al-Nassr have appointed Stefano Pioli as manager to replace Luis Castro, the Saudi Pro League club said on Wednesday.

Fidel Castro, in pictures

Fidel Castro, in pictures

Rediff.com26 Nov 2016

Glimpses from the Commandante's colourful life.

Soccer legend Maradona mourns 'second father' Castro

Soccer legend Maradona mourns 'second father' Castro

Rediff.com27 Nov 2016

For soccer great Diego Maradona, Cuban revolutionary Fidel Castro was more than a friend and fellow Latin American legend, he was "a second father." Maradona said Castro's death late on Friday hit him like a tennis ball to the chest served by Juan Martin del Potro, the Argentine player he cheered on in the Davis Cup final where he received the news. "I wept uncontrollably," Maradona told reporters on the sidelines of the tennis tournament. "After my father, it's the deepest sorrow I know."

Fidel Castro resigns

Fidel Castro resigns

Rediff.com19 Feb 2008

Ending a dramatic and eventful tenure, Cuba's iconic President Fidel Castro announced his retirement on Tuesday.

I'm done chasing records: Ronaldo announces

I'm done chasing records: Ronaldo announces

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo insists he is focused on being the perfect team member at Saudi side Al Nassr rather than collecting more individual accolades in the twilight of his career.

Henrique de Castro appointed Yahoo! COO

Henrique de Castro appointed Yahoo! COO

Rediff.com16 Oct 2012

De Castro is the second big appointment that Yahoo! has made from its rival Google. Earlier this year, Yahoo! appointed former Google executive Marissa Mayer as its chief executive.

Rajnath to lead Indian team at Castro's funeral

Rajnath to lead Indian team at Castro's funeral

Rediff.com28 Nov 2016

The team will leave for Havana on Tuesday and is expected to return on Thursday evening.

Castro's leadership delights seven-goal Dortmund

Castro's leadership delights seven-goal Dortmund

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

"We are pleased with the win, the many chances and the 70,000-plus spectators."

'Long live the revolution': Cubans hold mass rally, remember Fidel Castro

'Long live the revolution': Cubans hold mass rally, remember Fidel Castro

Rediff.com30 Nov 2016

Hundreds of thousands of Cubans bid farewell to late communist leader Fidel Castro on Tuesday night

Cuba's Fidel Castro lashes out at US on 90th birthday

Cuba's Fidel Castro lashes out at US on 90th birthday

Rediff.com14 Aug 2016

Castro condemned as "equally criminal" the bombing of Nagasaki three days later on August 9, 1945.

Cuban president Castro to visit US?

Cuban president Castro to visit US?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2014

The United States has not ruled out a visit to the White House by Cuban President Raul Castro, arguing that President Barack Obama has visited countries like China and Myanmar and invited their leaders to America, despite having serious human rights concerns about them.

Obama, Castro hail 'new day' for US-Cuba relations

Obama, Castro hail 'new day' for US-Cuba relations

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

Barack Obama and Raul Castro vowed to set aside their differences in pursuit of what the US president called a "new day" for the relationship between the neighbours.

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'Communist China continues to aggressively expand its domain in the Indo-Pacific region.' 'It's crucial for the USA to continue its support in countering these malicious tactics.' 'India, along with other nations in the region, is not alone.'

Obama, Castro share historic handshake amid thawing relations

Obama, Castro share historic handshake amid thawing relations

Rediff.com11 Apr 2015

They were sharing a stage and took part in a gala dinner at the opening of the VII Summit of the Americas.

Castro's granddaughter a US citizen

Castro's granddaughter a US citizen

Rediff.com17 Dec 2004

Alina 'Mumin' Salgado, 26, took the oath of allegiance on Wednesday on Wednesday.

Doctor denies reports that Castro is critical

Doctor denies reports that Castro is critical

Rediff.com16 Jan 2007

The newspaper El Pais reported doctors told its reporters that Castro had suffered complications after three failed surgeries to correct the problems.

The Fidel Castro I knew

The Fidel Castro I knew

Rediff.com31 May 2005

Maradona pays tribute to 'friend, wisest man of all' late Fidel Castro

Maradona pays tribute to 'friend, wisest man of all' late Fidel Castro

Rediff.com26 Nov 2016

Former Argentina football captain Diego Maradona has paid his respects to his Cuban revolutionary leader Fidel Castro who died on Friday night.

US detains Castro foe

US detains Castro foe

Rediff.com18 May 2005

Castro wanted $10 bill

Castro wanted $10 bill

Rediff.com17 Jun 2004

Later American presidents must have rued the day FDR ignored the request.

Castro is getting back on his feet

Castro is getting back on his feet

Rediff.com25 May 2007

In a written statement from his hospital bed, Castro, arguably the world's most popular dictator, however said he will not be rushing out to be photographed in his present condition.

Al-Hilal beat Ronaldo's Al-Nassr to win Saudi King Cup

Al-Hilal beat Ronaldo's Al-Nassr to win Saudi King Cup

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Saudi Pro League champions Al-Hilal battled past Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr 5-4 in a penalty shoot-out on Friday to win the Saudi Cup and claim the domestic double, leaving the Portuguese forward in tears at the end of the drama.

Fidel Castro close to death

Fidel Castro close to death

Rediff.com8 Dec 2006

Image of Fidel Castro who is said to be close to death.

NAM Summit begins without Castro

NAM Summit begins without Castro

Rediff.com16 Sep 2006

Magnitude 7.4 quake in Philippines triggers tsunami warning

Magnitude 7.4 quake in Philippines triggers tsunami warning

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

An earthquake of magnitude 7.4 on the Richter scale jolted Mindanao, The Philippines on Saturday, reported the National Centre for Seismology.

Fidel Castro says his 'health is failing'

Fidel Castro says his 'health is failing'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2009

Ailing Cuban leader Fidel Castro, who has lived through the tenures of ten American Presidents, says that his health is deteriorating and he may not see the end of Barack Obama's presidency. "I have had the rare privilege of observing events over such a long time. I receive information and meditate calmly on those events. I expect I won't enjoy that privilege in four years when Obama's first presidential term has ended," the 82-year-old Cuban leader wrote in a column.