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'Trump Genuinely Likes India'

'Trump Genuinely Likes India'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

'The flip side of this is that he won't hesitate to call out India if he thinks its policies are hurting US economic interests or border US foreign policy goals.'

How The World Cup Is Fueling California's Soccer Growth

How The World Cup Is Fueling California's Soccer Growth

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

The San Jose Earthquakes, despite their strong season, are making way for the U.S. national team as California hosts World Cup knockout matches. This event is seen as a significant opportunity to showcase soccer's global appeal and accelerate its growth in the state, which already boasts a thriving football culture driven by its diverse population and numerous professional teams.

Black carbon contributes to global warming

Black carbon contributes to global warming

Rediff.com30 Jul 2010

Increasing the ratio of black carbon to sulphate in the atmosphere increases climate warming, suggests a study by University of Iowa professors Greg Carmichael, Karl Kammermeyer Professor of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering and colleagues.

The devastating effects of global warming

The devastating effects of global warming

Rediff.com16 Dec 2011

In the last 100 years, the earth's average surface temperature rose by about 0.8 degree Celsius with about two thirds of the increase occurring over just the last three decades.

Global warming is part of evolution

Global warming is part of evolution

Rediff.com18 May 2007

Preparing to live in a warmer earth is as important, if not more important, as trying to cool it down.

Large dams lead to global warming too

Large dams lead to global warming too

Rediff.com28 May 2007

The methane emission from India's dams could be 27.86% of the methane emission from all the large dams of the world, which is more than the share of any other country

Race Walk Coach Calls For Fair Asian Games Selection Considering Tough Weather

Race Walk Coach Calls For Fair Asian Games Selection Considering Tough Weather

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

India's race walk coach Ronald Weigel has urged national selectors to consider the extremely humid conditions during the National Inter-State Championships when picking the team for the upcoming Asian Games. He highlighted how tough weather significantly slows down endurance athletes and suggested holding future selection events in more favourable conditions like Bengaluru.

Global warming to hit rice production hard

Global warming to hit rice production hard

Rediff.com1 Oct 2007

Global warming, which will increase the temperatures up to 4.5 degree celsius by the end of the century, will hit rice cultivation hard by reducing production by 7 to 60 per cent this century.

India playing 'big role' in addressing West Asia crisis: Trump

India playing 'big role' in addressing West Asia crisis: Trump

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

US President Donald Trump has lauded India as an 'essential partner' and 'trusted ally' in addressing regional challenges, particularly its 'big role' in West Asia peace efforts, following discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the G7 Summit.

Cars contribute most to global warming

Cars contribute most to global warming

Rediff.com28 Jan 2008

According to a report in the Environmental News Network, for the analysis, five researchers from the Center for International Climate and Environmental Research broke down the transport sector to four sub-sectors: road transport, aviation, rail, and shipping.

The latest! Acid rain reverses global warming

The latest! Acid rain reverses global warming

Rediff.com6 Aug 2004

The sulphate present in the rain helps in retarding the process of global warming, an international research published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences has said.

Murali Sreeshankar, Rohit Yadav Lead Record-Breaking National Athletics Meet

Murali Sreeshankar, Rohit Yadav Lead Record-Breaking National Athletics Meet

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

The National Inter-State Senior Athletics Championships concluded with star long jumper Murali Sreeshankar and javelin thrower Rohit Yadav delivering top-class performances.

How global warming has changed your country's climate

How global warming has changed your country's climate

Rediff.com1 Jun 2018

The above map shows the country wise temperature change from 1990 to 2017 in Fahrenheit.

Lessons for India to curb global warming

Lessons for India to curb global warming

Rediff.com8 Jan 2016

Emissions would still keep rising till 2030, and the path towards global warming would improve to 2.7c.

Global warming making Siachen riskier for soldiers

Global warming making Siachen riskier for soldiers

Rediff.com14 Aug 2016

The death of 10 soldiers earlier this year in an avalanche in the critical Sonam post, located close to the Line of Control with Pakistan, was due to global warming.

India's strategy to fight global warming

India's strategy to fight global warming

Rediff.com9 Oct 2009

It looks far from clear whether the climate change negotiations will succeed as developing countries like India want to be supported financially and through technology sharing with the rich industrialized world, says Harsh V Pant.

'Errors do not undermine global warming'

'Errors do not undermine global warming'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2010

According to Andy Pitman, co-director of University of NSW climate change research centre and key author of the IPCC's 2001 and 2007 reports, said: "as far as I understand it, there are two paragraphs that have been questioned in a 1600-page document.

A stark warning on global warming

A stark warning on global warming

Rediff.com1 Nov 2006

Global warming will dramatically cut productivity, devastate food sources and cause widespread deaths, warns a British study.

Asim Munir Is Making Pakistan A Global Influencer

Asim Munir Is Making Pakistan A Global Influencer

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

'In a volatile global market, India is pursuing a low-risk, low-return policy, akin to a SIP -- slow, steady investment.' 'Pakistan is following a high-risk, high-return policy.'

'Just look at him!' Trump gushes over Modi at G7 meet

'Just look at him!' Trump gushes over Modi at G7 meet

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

US President Donald Trump lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'calm, cool, killer' persona at the G7 leaders' lunch in France, underscoring the deeply strategic relationship and formidable diplomatic skills of the Indian leader ahead of their crucial bilateral meeting.

Pachauri prescription to fight global warming

Pachauri prescription to fight global warming

Rediff.com22 Oct 2007

India and China need to chart a different path to develop low carbon economies to combat global warming, Chairman of the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, Rajendra Pachauri said. In both India and China, there is now a serious debate. "In India I can see it for sure because the prime minister is quite concerned about this issue. He set up the advisory council on climate change," he said.

Kylian Mbappe Faces Immense Pressure Ahead Of World Cup Opener

Kylian Mbappe Faces Immense Pressure Ahead Of World Cup Opener

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Kylian Mbappe is under immense pressure and facing criticism regarding his recent performances and leadership ahead of France's World Cup opener. Despite a trophy-less season with Real Madrid, his teammates Ousmane Dembele and Lucas Hernandez defend him, highlighting his leadership within the French squad and his focus on the tournament. Mbappe has a strong World Cup record and aims to silence critics by performing well in the upcoming matches.

Global warming behind India's rain misery

Global warming behind India's rain misery

Rediff.com15 Nov 2006

Devendra Fadnavis, a Nagpur-based legislator, told climate experts that climatic changes were causing the rains to strike at odd times or in the wrong places, with devastating effect.

Green Hydrogen's Net Zero Promise Depends on Clean Energy Grids

Green Hydrogen's Net Zero Promise Depends on Clean Energy Grids

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A new study reveals that green hydrogen's potential as a sustainable fuel is contingent on the rapid decarbonisation of energy grids worldwide.

Amazing images reveal cost of global warming

Amazing images reveal cost of global warming

Rediff.com3 May 2012

Global warming is the rising average temperature of Earth's atmosphere and oceans since the late 19th century.

FIFA World Cup: Can Qatar erase 2022 nightmare against Switzerland?

FIFA World Cup: Can Qatar erase 2022 nightmare against Switzerland?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Qatar take on Switzerland in their World Cup opener on Saturday eager to shake off the pressure of expectation, coming in as back-to-back Asian champions with an urgent need to make amends for a dismal debut as hosts of the 2022 tournament.

Global warming likely to be slower than predicted

Global warming likely to be slower than predicted

Rediff.com20 May 2013

The recent downturn in the rate of global warming will lead to lower temperature rises in the short-term, scientists said.

Global warming to rise, soil dries up

Global warming to rise, soil dries up

Rediff.com13 Oct 2010

The soils in large swaths of the world including vast areas of central India, Australia, Africa and South America have been drying up, a new study has found, warning that this could intensify global warming and reduce vegetation growth.

Indians most concerned about global warming:Survey

Indians most concerned about global warming:Survey

Rediff.com10 Jun 2007

While emerging economies like India and China are often accused of resisting the need to tackle climate change, the survey suggested that people of these two countries are more worried about climate change, the survey said.

India, Venezuela vow long-term energy tie-up

India, Venezuela vow long-term energy tie-up

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

India's procurement of Venezuelan crude oil has picked up momentum since April and the South American nation has already emerged as the third largest oil supplier to the country.

Pak floods, China landslides: Global warming effect?

Pak floods, China landslides: Global warming effect?

Rediff.com11 Aug 2010

Climate change experts are of the view that global warming predictions are correct and the world weather crisis that is causing floods in Pakistan, wildfires in Russia and landslides in China is evidences of that.

India's bowling, not batting, remains key concern: Hussain

India's bowling, not batting, remains key concern: Hussain

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Nasser Hussain believes the Women's T20 World Cup has arrived at the perfect time for Deepti Sharma and Smriti Mandhana, while warning that India's bowling combination remains the team's biggest concern.

Global warming: India calls for fresh approach

Global warming: India calls for fresh approach

Rediff.com18 Jul 2008

Several flaws in carbon development mechanism scheme of the United Nations have defeated its purpose, India said on Friday and suggested a fresh approach at local level to tackle global warming. India currently accounts for nearly 14 per cent of the world's total multi-billion dollar CDM market which allows developed nations to give financial incentives to companies in developing countries to cut greenhouse gas emissions.

Solution to global warming in cow's stomach?

Solution to global warming in cow's stomach?

Rediff.com4 Jan 2008

Apparently, Australia's national animal has some special bacteria in its stomach that cuts methane content in flatulence to zero. Scientists believe that if the bacteria can be transferred to cows and sheep, 14 per cent of harmful emissions can be eliminated.

Indian Football Team Receives Rousing Welcome In London

Indian Football Team Receives Rousing Welcome In London

Rediff.com29 May 2026

The Indian men's football team, participating in the Unity Cup in the UK, was warmly welcomed at India House in London ahead of their match against Zimbabwe. The team interacted with fans and shared insights during a reception hosted by the High Commission of India.

Rubio meets Modi, discusses West Asia, extends Trump's invitation to visit US

Rubio meets Modi, discusses West Asia, extends Trump's invitation to visit US

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed various aspects of India-US bilateral ties, focusing on defence, trade, energy, and technology. Rubio extended an invitation from President Donald Trump for PM Modi to visit the US.

Iranian FM Araghchi arrives in India for BRICS summit; to meet Jaishankar

Iranian FM Araghchi arrives in India for BRICS summit; to meet Jaishankar

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is in India for a BRICS foreign ministers' meeting, where discussions will focus on the escalating crisis in West Asia and its impact on global energy supply chains.

AI summit in Delhi: Modi welcomes global leaders

AI summit in Delhi: Modi welcomes global leaders

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi champions India as a leader in the artificial intelligence revolution, emphasising the nation's ambition and responsibility at the India AI Impact Expo 2026.

The rise of Kvaratskhelia: From little-known Georgian talent to PSG's elite weapon

The rise of Kvaratskhelia: From little-known Georgian talent to PSG's elite weapon

Rediff.com28 May 2026

As PSG prepare for another showdown, against Arsenal at the Puskas Arena in Budapest, the Georgian has become one of the symbols of Luis Enrique's exhilarating side, adding improvisation and menace to a team already overflowing with attacking talent.

Japan to levy tax to counter global warming in '11

Japan to levy tax to counter global warming in '11

Rediff.com6 Dec 2010

Japan, the world's third largest economy, will introduce an environmental tax from next year to boost revenue and promote energy conservation steps to counter global warming. The Government Tax Commission has decided to introduce an environmental tax to counter global warming in fiscal 2011, Kyodo news agency reported, quoting informed sources as saying.