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US designates Al Qaeda in Indian subcontinent as terror group

US designates Al Qaeda in Indian subcontinent as terror group

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

The United States on Thursday designated Al-Qaeda in the Indian subcontinent, a regional branch of the global terror network, as a "foreign terrorist organisation" and added its chief Asim Umar on the list of global terrorist.

World reacts to French terror: 'It was barbaric and cowardly'

World reacts to French terror: 'It was barbaric and cowardly'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

No Indian is reported to be affected in a terror "attack" in French resort of Nice where at least 84 were killed when a truck ploughed through a crowd celebrating Bastille Day events.

Kenyan woman lied about Noida assault: Police

Kenyan woman lied about Noida assault: Police

Rediff.com30 Mar 2017

The Kenyan national was not assaulted and the report lodged in this regard was false, Noida Senior Superintendent of Police Dharmendra Yadav told a press conference in Noida.

Imran Khan in US, will meet Trump on Monday

Imran Khan in US, will meet Trump on Monday

Rediff.com21 Jul 2019

Nawaz Sharif was the last Pakistani prime minister to visit the US on an official trip in October 2015.

Kashmir not raised or discussed at Modi-Xi summit: FS

Kashmir not raised or discussed at Modi-Xi summit: FS

Rediff.com12 Oct 2019

India said a new mechanism will be set up for issues relating to trade and investment.

IS suicide blast kills Hindus, Sikhs in Afghanistan; India condemns attack

IS suicide blast kills Hindus, Sikhs in Afghanistan; India condemns attack

Rediff.com2 Jul 2018

Avtar Singh Khalsa, a longtime leader of the Sikh community who had planned to run in the parliamentary elections set for October, was killed in the attack.

Why does the Modi govt want to suffocate NGOs?

Why does the Modi govt want to suffocate NGOs?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

Any NGO critical of the government is unlikely to receive a green signal. The new amendment will leave NGOs vulnerable to harassment. It was the NGO sector that helped provide compassion and food to millions of people during the lockdown. The new Bill will render such cooperation and camaraderie impossible in future, observes Rashme Sehgal.

No intention to add to strain in ties with Pakistan: Centre

No intention to add to strain in ties with Pakistan: Centre

Rediff.com8 Dec 2016

V K Singh said tension in the relationship between the two countries has been caused by Pakistan's continued policy of directing cross border terrorism against India.

Aamir's attitude and behaviour will be monitored: PCB

Aamir's attitude and behaviour will be monitored: PCB

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

His career handed a fresh lease of life, tainted Pakistan pacer Muhammad Aamir's attitude and behaviour would be as much under scrutiny as his on-field performances when he makes an international comeback, the PCB has asserted.

Assange launches party, fields 2 Indian-origin candidates

Assange launches party, fields 2 Indian-origin candidates

Rediff.com25 Jul 2013

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange, holed up in Ecuadorian embassy in London for more than a year, on Thursday launched his political party in Australia to contest the general elections later this year.

Pompeo, Gokhale say Pak must take action against terror groups

Pompeo, Gokhale say Pak must take action against terror groups

Rediff.com12 Mar 2019

Gokhale and Pompeo expressed satisfaction over the significant progress and the quality of the India-US Strategic Partnership

China is striking back and HOW

China is striking back and HOW

Rediff.com14 May 2020

China has not limited the 'battle' to the diplomatic field alone; the People's Liberation Army has become aggressive on the ground too. The recent 'fights' in Northern Sikkim and Ladakh are part of the pattern, asserts Claude Arpi.

Australia approves convicting of Indonesia

Australia approves convicting of Indonesia

Rediff.com14 Sep 2005

Australian Foreign Minister Alexander Downer said Wednesday's conviction showed Indonesia's determination to fully prosecute those involved in terrorism.

India attends peace conference on Afghanistan participated by Taliban

India attends peace conference on Afghanistan participated by Taliban

Rediff.com10 Nov 2018

Hours after the multi-lateral conference began in Moscow, India made it clear that its participation was in sync with its Afghan policy and asserted that attending the meeting was not talking to the Taliban at all.

Abhishek, Aishwarya shoot for Jazbaa

Abhishek, Aishwarya shoot for Jazbaa

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

US increases quake aid to Pak

US increases quake aid to Pak

Rediff.com25 Oct 2005

US increases quake aid to Pak

US unwilling to employ tax money for F-16 to Pak, says media report

US unwilling to employ tax money for F-16 to Pak, says media report

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

As a result of which Pakistan would have to make arrangements for all USD 700 million (around Rs 46 hundred crore) to purchase eight F-16 from the United States.

3 Indians sentenced to 517-year jail term in fraud case in UAE

3 Indians sentenced to 517-year jail term in fraud case in UAE

Rediff.com11 Apr 2018

The accused -- Lemos, his wife Valany and Ryan D'Souza -- were convicted on Sunday by the Dubai Misdemeanours Court in the 515 cases filed against them

With China, how Modi blundered like Nehru

With China, how Modi blundered like Nehru

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

'Doklam was almost like a trailer to what is happening in Ladakh today.' 'Modi failed to take note and failed to act,' observes Harishchandra Dighe.

CIA concludes Saudi Crown Prince ordered murder of Khashoggi: Report

CIA concludes Saudi Crown Prince ordered murder of Khashoggi: Report

Rediff.com17 Nov 2018

The CIA found that 15 Saudi agents flew on government planes to Istanbul and carried out the killing at the Saudi consulate, the report said, adding that it could complicate President Donald Trump's efforts to preserve US ties with one of the closest American allies in the region.

US for cooperation with India: Brudvig

US for cooperation with India: Brudvig

Rediff.com28 Sep 2005

US for cooperation with India in civil nuclear area: Brudvig

US announces 1 lakh dollars as relief

US announces 1 lakh dollars as relief

Rediff.com6 Aug 2005

The US on Friday announced 100,000 dollars for humanitarian relief for the victims of the flood in the wake of the heavy monsoon rains in Gujarat, Maharashtra and other affected states.\n\n

'An India true to its roots will always be strong'

'An India true to its roots will always be strong'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

'The prospect is of a self-confident and self-sustaining India will make it a more effective player in the global arena,' External Affairs Minister Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar points out delivering the Sardar Patel Lecture-2020: India and the Post-Covid World.

US ready to carry out targeted, precise strikes in Iraq: Obama

US ready to carry out targeted, precise strikes in Iraq: Obama

Rediff.com20 Jun 2014

The US is prepared to carry out "targeted and precise military action" in Iraq if required, President Barack Obama said on Thursday.

US soldiers killed in WWII plane crash located in Arunachal

US soldiers killed in WWII plane crash located in Arunachal

Rediff.com20 Dec 2016

The team visited several locations in Arunachal Pradesh to determine if the reported sites can be definitively correlated with known crash sites involving missing US servicemen.

Pulwama fallout: Minerva moves court, East Bengal wait & watch on Srinagar match

Pulwama fallout: Minerva moves court, East Bengal wait & watch on Srinagar match

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

The AIFF has referred the Minerva issue to its League Committee and maintained silence on East Bengal's concerns.

Indian evacuees recount 'tales of horror' in Yemen

Indian evacuees recount 'tales of horror' in Yemen

Rediff.com7 Apr 2015

Recounting their ordeals, evacuees from Yemen have narrated their tales of horror during their stay in that war-torn country.

Style or substance? Which way will Trump's visit go?

Style or substance? Which way will Trump's visit go?

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

With a decelerating economy that weakens India's hands on geopolitical issues, it will be interesting to know which way this trip will go.

Help pours in for Dana Majhi, who walked 10 km with dead wife on shoulder

Help pours in for Dana Majhi, who walked 10 km with dead wife on shoulder

Rediff.com16 Sep 2016

A little bewildered by the turn of events and the sudden attention on him and one who candidly says he does not know what one lakh means, Majhi, who hails from remote Melaghar village in Kalahandi district, has seen his kitty swell to Rs 15 lakh. But he sorely misses his wife.

PHOTOS: Indians across the world celebrate Independence Day

PHOTOS: Indians across the world celebrate Independence Day

Rediff.com16 Aug 2017

Indians in countries like the United States, China, Australia, Japan, Singapore, Egypt, Israel and South Africa celebrated the day with hoisting of the national flag and singing of patriotic songs.

Trump on the campaign trail in India

Trump on the campaign trail in India

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

'Another rejection of mediation between India and Pakistan will leave Mr Trump disappointed.' 'In that case, he is likely to point out the war-like situation on the border and press for direct talks which have been stalled on account of continuing terrorism from Pakistan,' notes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Foreign secy to visit China for talks with FM Wang

Foreign secy to visit China for talks with FM Wang

Rediff.com20 Apr 2019

Gokhale will be visiting China for regular consultations, the Indian Embassy in Beijing said on Saturday.

Watch! The making of the Tiranga

Watch! The making of the Tiranga

Rediff.com15 Aug 2018

It's not as simple as you think!

China gets closer and closer to Maldives

China gets closer and closer to Maldives

Rediff.com2 Dec 2017

'Agreements signed between the Maldives and China have seriously worried India.'

Indian government denies visa to US religious commission

Indian government denies visa to US religious commission

Rediff.com4 Mar 2016

A three-member delegation of US Commission on International Religious Freedom wanted to make a one-week visit starting on Friday to meet government officials, religious leaders and activists in India.

Chinese Premier visits Wuhan as 82 die; Beijing reports first death

Chinese Premier visits Wuhan as 82 die; Beijing reports first death

Rediff.com28 Jan 2020

A sense of disquiet prevailed in Beijing as officials announced the capital's first death from the deadly virus, a grim reminder that the epidemic has begun to take toll outside Hubei province.

Review: Iru Mugan is a let down

Review: Iru Mugan is a let down

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

The narrative lacks intensity and pace and unfolds rather blandly, feels S Saraswathi.