Top Chinese defence scientist detained for corruption

A top Chinese scientist, who specialised in developing semiconductor chips for weapon systems, has been detained by anti-corruption authorities, his company Zhejiang Great Microwave Technology......

5,800 Jews In India's North East To Relocate To Israel

Israel's government has approved a proposal to bring all the remaining 5,800 Jews from India's north-east, commonly referred to as Bnei Menashe, over the next five years. IMAGE: Jews recite......

The Putin Visit: The US-Pakistan Connection

Luckily for us, a Russia that is desperate to stay relevant in an emerging multipolar world finds in India a reliable geostrategic partner. The Russian proximity to India also keeps China from......

Pak's 27th Amendment seeks to clip SC powers, triggers protest calls

As Pakistan's parliament prepares to pass the proposed 27th Constitutional Amendment, the Opposition has slammed the move as one that will shake "the foundations of the Constitution and announced......

Antwerp court clears fugitive jeweller Mehul Choksi's extradition

A court in Antwerp on Friday cleared the extradition of fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi, noting that his arrest by the Belgian authorities on India's request was valid, officials in the know of......

Mukesh Ambani meets Trump, Emir of Qatar in Doha

Reliance Industries Chairman and Managing Director Mukesh Ambani met US President Donald Trump and the Emir of Qatar in Doha on Wednesday night local time. IMAGE: Mukesh Ambani meets US President......

Plans afoot to develop Noida-like industrial city in UP's Bundelkhand

The Uttar Pradesh government has started work on its plan to set up new industrial, residential and commercial townships in Bundelkhand to develop the sparsely-populated region synonymous with......

The Lives PSU Bankers Lead

A peek into the life of a public-sector banker who did well professionally, but paid a price for it, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com   A column on what......

'Longstanding demand met,' Patel on Sports Bill

'It will help India as a major sporting nation': Praful Patel on the Sports Bill IMAGE: Praful Patel emphasised that one of the most important features of the bill is the establishment of a......