Situation in Sudan very tense, focusing on safety of Indians: Govt

As fighting between two rival forces rages in Sudan, India on Thursday said the situation in that country is "very tense" and it is focusing on ensuring the safety and well-being of the Indian......

Why I Was Detained For 27 Hours In Egypt

'I was not scared because I knew I had not done anything wrong. And I was walking for a good cause.' IMAGE: Ajit Rajagopal. All photographs: Ajit Rajagopal The 2022 United Nations Climate Change......

'There were days of absolute despair'

'You realised there was a struggle outside and now your struggle is to survive, live in prison, to retain your feelings, your humanity, and collectively continue doing inside what you were doing......

'Nobody believes Nehru was beyond mistakes'

Fifty years ago, India's first prime minister passed into the ages. On his death anniversary, May 27, Rediff.com commenced a series to evaluate Jawaharlal Nehru's legacy. M J Akbar, editor-in-chief......

India to market tea in Egypt

In an effort to boost India's tea export, a delegation from the Tea Board is on a tour to Cairo for finalising the opening of a Tea Marketing Centre in the Egyptian capital. Union Minister of State......

Marion Cotillard, Clooney, Gaga: Humanitarians of Hollywood

Ever wondered what happens when Hollywood A-listers turn protestors? Take a look.There exists a rare breed of showbiz celebrities who are just as passionate about social causes close to their heart......

EPL PIX: Salah spoils Gerrard's Anfield return, Chelsea win at Leeds

IMAGES from the EPL matches played on Saturday.   IMAGE: Liverpool's Mohamed Salah scores their side's first goal from the penalty spot during the match against Aston Villa at Anfield.......

Chelsea hit five as 'Big Four' all win

Chelsea romped to a 5-0 win at Middlesbrough, Manchester United thumped West Bromwich Albion 4-0 and Liverpool and Arsenal produced stirring fightbacks to claim home wins over Wigan Athletic and......

Irish tourist was first tennis champ

Puccini's opera "La Boheme" premiered to a lukewarm Turin reception; Russia's last Tsar Nicholas II was crowned in Moscow, while in the United States 1896 saw Henry Ford put the finishing touches......