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At current pace India will inoculate 75% of population only by mid-2024

At current pace India will inoculate 75% of population only by mid-2024

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

The average rate of COVID-19 vaccination in the country has been 10.8 million per week. At that rate, it will take India till December 2024 to complete two billion doses.

If killing 20 jawans isn't provocation, what is, asks Sena

If killing 20 jawans isn't provocation, what is, asks Sena

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

The editorial in the Sena mouthpiece 'Saamana' also said those who used to blame Jawaharlal Nehru for defeat in the 1962 Sino-India war should now introspect.

US stood with India as it faced Chinese aggression: WH official

US stood with India as it faced Chinese aggression: WH official

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

Speaking on condition of anonymity, the official asserted that US President Donald Trump, during his presidency, has really strengthened all aspects of the US-India security and defence cooperation to build a comprehensive, enduring and mutually beneficial defence partnership.

Mee Raqsam review

Mee Raqsam review

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

Mee Raqsam is an ode to fathers who guide their children to the path where dreams come true, notes Sukanya Verma.

China resisted efforts to clarify LAC: US panel report

China resisted efforts to clarify LAC: US panel report

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

'Under General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) Xi Jinping, Beijing has stepped up its aggressive foreign policy toward New Delhi. Since 2013, China has engaged in five major altercations with India along the Line of Actual Control (LAC),' said a brief issued by US-China Economic and Security Review Commission.

Trump leaves White House with unprecedent tainted legacy

Trump leaves White House with unprecedent tainted legacy

Rediff.com20 Jan 2021

The 74-year-old real estate mogul-turned politician, who radically changed politics in the corridors of power in Washington, DC over the past four tumultuous years, was impeached for a second time on the charges of 'incitement of insurrection' for the violent storming of the United States Capitol by his supporters just days before the end of his four-year term.

PIX: Trump leaves White House without welcoming Biden

PIX: Trump leaves White House without welcoming Biden

Rediff.com20 Jan 2021

Donald Trump, known for his unpredictable leadership style, divisive rhetoric targeting both allies and opponents, and the only US president to be impeached twice, left the White House on Wednesday with a tainted legacy never seen before in American political history.

Sunil Mittal's $2 bn gamble on space

Sunil Mittal's $2 bn gamble on space

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

Bharti Global is planning to put up more satellites and has set a stiff deadline to launch commercial Internet services by October in the UK, Alaska, northern Russia and northern Europe.

Modi favours expansion of ties between India, ASEAN

Modi favours expansion of ties between India, ASEAN

Rediff.com3 Nov 2019

The prime minister also welcomed convergence of views between India and ASEAN for cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.

India determined to protect its sovereignty: Rajnath on Ladakh row

India determined to protect its sovereignty: Rajnath on Ladakh row

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

The defence minister also said that India attaches importance to peaceful resolution of differences through dialogue and is committed to respect various agreements inked for maintenance of peace along the borders.

'It is not easy to misappropriate Netaji'

'It is not easy to misappropriate Netaji'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2021

'He was always opposed to a form of nationalism that was narrow, selfish and arrogant.' 'He will always remain a beacon of inspiration for freedom-loving people across the world and for movements of resistance against oppressive State power.'

PHOTOS: Kovind's banquet for Trumps at Rashtrapati Bhavan

PHOTOS: Kovind's banquet for Trumps at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

Donald Trump, accompanied by US First Lady Melania Trump, was received by Kovind at the forecourt of majestic Rashtrapati Bhavan along with his wife Savita.

Ban on single-use plastic won't help

Ban on single-use plastic won't help

Rediff.com2 Aug 2018

Plastic bags are but one aspect of India's growing waste management crisis, says Geetanjali Krishna.

India committed to globalisation, reformed multilateralism: Modi

India committed to globalisation, reformed multilateralism: Modi

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

Modi said India's contribution to global economic growth and prosperity underlined its commitment to 'Building Consensus for Fair and Sustainable Development', which is the theme of the summit.

The Mystery of Rising FDI as GDP Slumps

The Mystery of Rising FDI as GDP Slumps

Rediff.com28 Jul 2020

'An explanation perhaps lies in the culture of revisions that has grown deep roots in the government data collection system,' notes A K Bhattacharya.

Answer queries or face ban: Govt to Tiktok, Helo

Answer queries or face ban: Govt to Tiktok, Helo

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

Tiktok and Helo in a joint statement said they have plans to invest $1 billion over the period of next three years to develop technology infrastructure and owns responsibility of local community.

Will stand with India in confronting threats it faces: Biden

Will stand with India in confronting threats it faces: Biden

Rediff.com16 Aug 2020

"Fifteen years ago, I was leading the efforts to approve the historic civil nuclear deal with India. I said that if the US and India became closer friends and partners, then the world will be a safer place," Biden, who was vice-president in the Obama administration, said while addressing the Indian-American community on India's Independence Day.

Handover wanted terrorists for better ties: EAM to Pak

Handover wanted terrorists for better ties: EAM to Pak

Rediff.com16 Nov 2019

In a wide-ranging interview with French daily Le Monde, the minister said Pakistan does not deny sending terrorists to India.

Tax hike on rich will also hurt global companies

Tax hike on rich will also hurt global companies

Rediff.com6 Jul 2019

Tax experts said that in FY17 around 80,000 people had reported incomes of over Rs 1 crore

How foreign media covered India's Moon-landing bid

How foreign media covered India's Moon-landing bid

Rediff.com7 Sep 2019

The New York Times, The Washington Post, The BBC and The Guardian, among many other leading foreign media outlets, all carried stories on Chandrayaan-2, India's landmark moon mission.

You have inspired us: NASA to ISRO

You have inspired us: NASA to ISRO

Rediff.com8 Sep 2019

NASA said it is looking forward to explore the solar system with its Indian counterpart.

India follows independent policy: Gen Rawat on fear of US sanctions

India follows independent policy: Gen Rawat on fear of US sanctions

Rediff.com7 Oct 2018

Rawat said India was looking forward to procuring Kamov helicopters and other weapon systems and technology from Russia.

India has an image problem: Nobel laureate

India has an image problem: Nobel laureate

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Joseph Stiglitz says India should not bothered on inflation and instead focus on rapid growth.

Modi reaches Argentina for G20, to hold 2 key trilateral meets

Modi reaches Argentina for G20, to hold 2 key trilateral meets

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

Modi will participate in the first-ever trilateral meeting between Japan, America and India and the 2nd Russia, India China trilateral, which is taking place after an interval of 12 years, on Friday.

Did India, China really connect in Chennai?

Did India, China really connect in Chennai?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

'India's relationship with China has been and will continue to be complex, delicate and sensitive,' says Rup Narayan Das.

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.

Umesh gives India 'good headache' ahead of Australia tour

Umesh gives India 'good headache' ahead of Australia tour

Rediff.com15 Oct 2018

India's growing strength in depth in the pace department has given captain Virat Kohli the right kind of headache ahead of the tour of Australia.

Pak to raise India's presence in Afghan issue?

Pak to raise India's presence in Afghan issue?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2010

Pakistan is expected to object to 'India's growing role in Afghanistan' in its key strategic dialogue with the United States this week as Islamabad seeks to torpedo New Delhi's offer to train Afghan forces with a similar offer of their own.

'Mission Shakti' cleared 2 yrs ago: DRDO chief

'Mission Shakti' cleared 2 yrs ago: DRDO chief

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

He said the country now possesses the capability to strike satellites in outer space with centimetre-level accuracy and precision.

Hindi commentators add spice to NBA in India

Hindi commentators add spice to NBA in India

Rediff.com13 Nov 2019

'I never imagined that there would come a day when the NBA game would be seen and heard by Indian fans in their own language.'

2 more foreign brands add fizz to India's vodka market

2 more foreign brands add fizz to India's vodka market

Rediff.com19 Jan 2014

These premium brands are distributed by US-based Russian Spirit Inc, owned by Uzbekistan Jew Roman Tallis.

China is the real threat

China is the real threat

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

'China, much more than Pakistan, is a credible potential adversary with the ability to hurt our interests.' 'It must figure higher in our national security concerns,' says Vice Admiral Premvir Das (retd).

India hopes to be 3rd largest economy by 2030, behind US and China

India hopes to be 3rd largest economy by 2030, behind US and China

Rediff.com15 Jul 2018

However, if the rupee depreciates much, the economy in dollar terms would be that much smaller.

Russia hints at unease over India's close ties with US

Russia hints at unease over India's close ties with US

Rediff.com24 May 2013

Indicating unease over India's growing closeness with the United States, Russia on Thursday said it does not "feel comfortable" at being put on the same plane as New Delhi's "newly-acquired partners", who had earlier imposed sanctions on this country.

Why India lags behind in innovation

Why India lags behind in innovation

Rediff.com8 Jul 2013

Stricter intellectual norms can help India grow faster.

What a future India-Pakistan war may look like

What a future India-Pakistan war may look like

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

'Any conventional conflict could trigger a nuclear war with results that neither India nor Pakistan could survive easily.' >A revealing excerpt from Shuja Nawaz's The Battle For Pakistan: The Bitter US Friendship And A Tough Neighbourhood.

Chidambaram back as FM is positive: Jeffrey R Immelt

Chidambaram back as FM is positive: Jeffrey R Immelt

Rediff.com23 Feb 2013

Interview with Chairman & CEO, General Electric.

Cars that carry one crore price tag in India

Cars that carry one crore price tag in India

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

These are the most sought-after models with eight-figure price tags.

How Mattis resignation will affect India

How Mattis resignation will affect India

Rediff.com22 Dec 2018

General Mattis has been the most steadfast champion in Trump's cabinet of the US-India defence relationship. If Trump chooses a more pliable successor, the Pentagon's attention could go off India.

Sky is the limit for India-US relationship, says Nikki Haley

Sky is the limit for India-US relationship, says Nikki Haley

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

Haley said Modi was aggressively pursuing reforms and changes in India.