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Jaishankar meets Russian FM Lavrov ahead of G20 meet

Jaishankar meets Russian FM Lavrov ahead of G20 meet

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday held wide-ranging talks with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov focusing on the Ukraine conflict, bilateral ties and issues relating to the G20 foreign ministers' meeting.

Cooking gas cylinders to cost Rs 50 more

Cooking gas cylinders to cost Rs 50 more

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

Petroleum and oil marketing companies raised the price of commercial liquid petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders by Rs 350.50 per unit and domestic LPG cylinders by Rs 50 per unit with immediate effect from Wednesday.

Russia admits to 'significant' troop losses in Ukraine war

Russia admits to 'significant' troop losses in Ukraine war

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov briefly admitted that Russia had suffered a 'significant' loss of its troops in Ukraine, calling the casualties 'a huge tragedy' for the country in an interview with Sky News.

Is Chinese invasion of India's mobile phone market over?

Is Chinese invasion of India's mobile phone market over?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2018

The number of new entrants is decreasing since 2015, as Indian market matures

Who Killed Ukrainians In Bucha?

Who Killed Ukrainians In Bucha?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

Glimpses of how the Russian invasion has impacted the lives of Ukrainians.

Quad countries accept India's stand on Ukraine: Australia

Quad countries accept India's stand on Ukraine: Australia

Rediff.com20 Mar 2022

"No one has ever accused India of supporting what is going on in Ukraine. What India seems to be doing is trying to operate within the policy outlined by Nehru 65 years back," said a source.

Putin not joking about nuclear attack, warns Biden

Putin not joking about nuclear attack, warns Biden

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

United States President Joe Biden spoke of nuclear 'Armageddon' in a warning about the escalation in Russia's war in Ukraine during a speech on Thursday.

Another Chinese invasion! India's cotton exports in trouble

Another Chinese invasion! India's cotton exports in trouble

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

Chinese government was expected to start sales from its cotton reserves on March 6.

Russia offers oil at even cheaper rates to India

Russia offers oil at even cheaper rates to India

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

"In principle, the ask in return is that India should not support the G7 (Group of Seven) proposal. "A decision on this issue will be taken later following talks with all the partners," an official with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.These "substantial discounts" will be steeper than those offered by Iraq in the past two months, officials said.

US, China aircraft carriers in rare showdown in Taiwan Strait

US, China aircraft carriers in rare showdown in Taiwan Strait

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

China and the US flexed their naval might by deploying aircraft carriers in a rare showdown in the Taiwan Strait, the narrow channel that separates the Chinese mainland from Taiwan, as Beijing fumed over US House Speaker's meeting with Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen in Washington.

US Open PIX: Error-prone Alcaraz into third round; Murray out

US Open PIX: Error-prone Alcaraz into third round; Murray out

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

IMAGES from matches on Day 4 of the US Open at Flushing Meadows in New York on Thursday.

Putin, Xi may talk via video link this week; both countries say it's routine

Putin, Xi may talk via video link this week; both countries say it's routine

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

Both leaders are facing immense criticism worldwide due to the Ukraine-Russia war and the surge in COVID-19 cases in China.

Biden 'convinced' Putin has decided to invade Ukraine

Biden 'convinced' Putin has decided to invade Ukraine

Rediff.com19 Feb 2022

Biden previously stated he did not believe the Russian leader had made up his mind but acknowledged his insights into Putin's thinking were limited.

LeBron rewrites playbook on athlete activism on way to the top

LeBron rewrites playbook on athlete activism on way to the top

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

James became a leading voice in support of the Black Lives Matter movement following the murder of George Floyd in 2020.

When A Child 'Shot' Putin

When A Child 'Shot' Putin

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

Ukrainians have found a way to vent their anger on Vladimir Putin for his gruesome destruction of their country and the barbaric way his soldiers have murdered civilians in cold blood.

UK Govt steps in to amend Chelsea's ticket sales ban

UK Govt steps in to amend Chelsea's ticket sales ban

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

The British Govt amended the Special License enabling Chelsea FC to sell tickets to select competitions to fans

Ukraine-Russia ceasefire during FIFA World Cup?

Ukraine-Russia ceasefire during FIFA World Cup?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

FIFA boss Infantino urges World Cup ceasefire in Ukraine

What Is Angelina Jolie Doing In Ukraine?

What Is Angelina Jolie Doing In Ukraine?

Rediff.com1 May 2022

Angelina met injured children affected by the war and later visited NGOs helping the injured and displaced.

Ukraine is alive and kicking: Zelensky tells US Congress

Ukraine is alive and kicking: Zelensky tells US Congress

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

Zelenskyy gave a message of hope for the Ukrainian people during his address to the Congress, saying the Russians "use everything" against cities such as Bakhmut but Ukraine "never surrenders".

IOC recommends banning Russian, Belarusian athletes

IOC recommends banning Russian, Belarusian athletes

Rediff.com28 Feb 2022

The International Olympic Committee said on Monday its executive board had recommended that international sports federations ban Russian and Belarusian athletes and officials from competing in events.

Ukraine: Destruction All Around

Ukraine: Destruction All Around

Rediff.com26 Apr 2022

Deeply disturbing images from the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Turkey's Besiktas punished for pitch invasion

Turkey's Besiktas punished for pitch invasion

Rediff.com27 Sep 2013

Turkey's Besiktas were ordered to play four games behind closed doors after hundreds of fans stormed the pitch and halted the Istanbul derby against Galatasaray on Sunday.

'Talented, purposeful people': Putin praises India again

'Talented, purposeful people': Putin praises India again

Rediff.com5 Nov 2022

Earlier, Putin had lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi and called him a patriot of the country.

Aryna Sabalenka, the first 'neutral' Grand Slam champion

Aryna Sabalenka, the first 'neutral' Grand Slam champion

Rediff.com28 Jan 2023

Aryna Sabalenka rose above geopolitical tumult to become the first player to claim a Grand Slam title as a neutral at the Australian Open.

How To Destroy A Russian Tank

How To Destroy A Russian Tank

Rediff.com17 May 2022

Ukrainian soldiers train for the bloody and brutal battles ahead.

Russian, Belarusian players call for peace as Ukraine conflict rages

Russian, Belarusian players call for peace as Ukraine conflict rages

Rediff.com10 Mar 2022

Maria Sharapova and Andy Murray have pledged to support relief funds for children affected by the invasion.

Recession unlikely in APAC region in 2023: Moody's

Recession unlikely in APAC region in 2023: Moody's

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

A recession is unlikely in the APAC region in the coming year, although the area will face headwinds from higher interest rates and slower global trade growth, Moody's Analytics said on Thursday. In its analysis titled 'APAC Outlook: A Coming Downshift', Moody's said India is headed for slower growth next year more in line with its long-term potential. On the upside, inward investment and productivity gains in technology as well as in agriculture could accelerate growth.

The Graves Of Ukraine

The Graves Of Ukraine

Rediff.com30 Apr 2022

Putin's War shifts from the area around Kyiv to eastern Ukraine. Death and Destruction are inevitable.

Phas Gaye Re Obama

Phas Gaye Re Obama

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

The Democrats, especially the Biden administration, wanted to deliver a sharper message to Mr Modi than would be possible in a formal summit setting. So, why not get the most prominent Democrat in decades to deliver it?, explains Shekhar Gupta.

Russia to recruit Syrian soldiers to fight in Ukraine: US officials

Russia to recruit Syrian soldiers to fight in Ukraine: US officials

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

The move points to a potential escalation of fighting in Ukraine, The Wall Street Journal said citing experts.

I Am Ready To Fight Putin!

I Am Ready To Fight Putin!

Rediff.com25 Jun 2022

Glimpses of Kyiv, Kharkiv and Donetsk, amidst the war in Ukraine.

Quad is 'not just a passing fad, we mean business': Biden

Quad is 'not just a passing fad, we mean business': Biden

Rediff.com24 May 2022

Biden welcomed Prime Minister Modi at the Summit and said "it is wonderful to see you again in person".

A Last Kiss And Goodbye In Kyiv

A Last Kiss And Goodbye In Kyiv

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

Farewells and goodbyes. Always said in the hope that we will meet again.

G7 leaders mock photo of bare-chested Putin on horseback

G7 leaders mock photo of bare-chested Putin on horseback

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

The leaders of the Group of Seven on Sunday (local time) mocked Russian President Vladimir Putin over his shirtless, bare-chested horse-riding picture.

Russia threatens to intensify missile strikes on Kyiv

Russia threatens to intensify missile strikes on Kyiv

Rediff.com15 Apr 2022

The spokesman said that high-precision Kalibr cruise missiles hit a military facility on the outskirts of Kyiv overnight.

Zelenskyy At The Battlefront

Zelenskyy At The Battlefront

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the site of a battle between Ukrainian troops and Russian soldiers in the Kharkiv region on Sunday, May 29, 2022.

Ukraine an issue of humanity, beyond politics or economy: Modi at G7 Summit

Ukraine an issue of humanity, beyond politics or economy: Modi at G7 Summit

Rediff.com21 May 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday said he views the current situation in Ukraine as an issue of humanity and human values and not of politics or economy even as he called for respecting international law, sovereignty and territorial integrity of all nations.

Biden, Putin agree to meet over Ukraine crisis

Biden, Putin agree to meet over Ukraine crisis

Rediff.com21 Feb 2022

Earlier on Sunday, Macron spoke with Biden and Putin on the Ukraine situation.

New World No 1 Medvedev reflects on Russia-Ukraine war

New World No 1 Medvedev reflects on Russia-Ukraine war

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

His top ranking came on the same day that Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine that began with air and missile strikes on military facilities before troops and tanks rolled across borders from the north, east and south.

French Open: Gauff reaches first Grand Slam final to set up Swiatek meeting

French Open: Gauff reaches first Grand Slam final to set up Swiatek meeting

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

Swiatek made the most of Kasatkina's string of unforced errors, peppering court Philippe Chatrier with winners.