News for 'nuclear programme'

Iran issue requires negotiation: IAEA

Iran issue requires negotiation: IAEA

Rediff.com27 Dec 2006

IAEA director general Muhamad ElBaradei expressed the hope for a long-term comprehensive agreement, which would allow for the development of relations and cooperation with Iran.

Biden, Modi likely to take forward GE jet engine deal

Biden, Modi likely to take forward GE jet engine deal

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

United States President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi are expected to make meaningful advancements on the GE jet engine deal and civil nuclear technology during their bilateral talks, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan was cited in a Reuters report.

Geneva deal: Is Iran ready to get back into world mainstream?

Geneva deal: Is Iran ready to get back into world mainstream?

Rediff.com29 Nov 2013

The Geneva agreement is a signal, which at least Saudi Arabia and Israel are so reading, that normalisation of relations between US and Iran is not merely about the nuclear fuel cycle, says K C Singh.

India, Vietnam sign nuclear-pact, 3 other agreements

India, Vietnam sign nuclear-pact, 3 other agreements

Rediff.com9 Dec 2016

The two countries also signed three other agreements -- to enhance aviation links, to jointly work in the area of energy efficiency and promotion of parliamentary cooperation.

Reformist candidate Masoud Pezeshkian wins Iran's presidential elections

Reformist candidate Masoud Pezeshkian wins Iran's presidential elections

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

Pezeshkian gained the attention of people for his stance against the crackdown on the 2009 pro-democracy protests and the violence perpetrated by the notorious morality police in 2022 after Mahsa Amini's death.

Pak nuclear scientist A Q Khan launches political party

Pak nuclear scientist A Q Khan launches political party

Rediff.com27 Aug 2012

Disgraced Pakistani nuclear scientist A Q Khan has floated a political forum 'Tehrik-e-Tahaffuz Pakistan' and said he plans to launch a countrywide youth awakening programme ahead of the upcoming general election.

Obama challenges Bush, Mccain on foreign policy

Obama challenges Bush, Mccain on foreign policy

Rediff.com17 May 2008

Democratic Presidential front-runner Barack Obama has challenged President George Bush and presumptive Republican nominee John McCain to a debate on the foreign policy, saying they have a lot to explain on issues like Iraq war, Iranian nuclear programme and Middle East conflict.

India for flexibility on Iran issue

India for flexibility on Iran issue

Rediff.com24 Feb 2006

The two sides reaffirmed their commitment to the Iran-Pakistan-India gas pipeline and an early ratification of the LNG deal already signed between the two countries.

Iran joins the space club with 'Omid'

Iran joins the space club with 'Omid'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2009

The launch of the satellite named 'Omid' was announced by President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, who said it had been put in the orbit. It was launched with the help of Safir-2 rockets.

Iran still enriching uranium: IAEA report

Iran still enriching uranium: IAEA report

Rediff.com1 Mar 2007

The report also said that without greater transparency and spot checks, the International Atomic Energy Agency cannot affirm that Tehran's nuclear programme is solely for peaceful purposes to produce energy and not weapons.

Three-year M.Tech in Nuclear Science

Three-year M.Tech in Nuclear Science

Rediff.com11 Apr 2008

A three-year M.Tech in Nuclear Science and Technology from Delhi University.

India's missile programme for peace: DRDO chief

India's missile programme for peace: DRDO chief

Rediff.com18 Oct 2014

Defence Research Development and Organisation Director General Avinash Chander on Saturday said that India's missile programme is purely aimed at peace in the country.

Pak can't use US funds for 'fighting India': Kerry

Pak can't use US funds for 'fighting India': Kerry

Rediff.com20 Oct 2009

During his brief visit to Pakistan, Kerry was asked to clarify the wording with regard to caveats associated with spending the KLB money on Pakistan's nuclear programme.

India to build new heavy water reactor

India to build new heavy water reactor

Rediff.com4 Jan 2007

Without giving the location of the reactor, he said it would cost Rs 5 to 6 crore per MW.

'You will succeed as long as you remember that the project is bigger than you'

'You will succeed as long as you remember that the project is bigger than you'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

'When a Project Director is appointed, the whole organization -- including the Chairman ISRO -- works for his success. It is a lesson that has been of abiding value all through the other projects I have worked on,' recalls the late President, one of the earliest pioneers at ISRO.

US intelligence about Iraq WMD 'faulty'

US intelligence about Iraq WMD 'faulty'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2004

But David Kay, who quit as chief weapons inspector, cleared the White House of using US intelligence agencies to build a case for war by creating a false impression of Saddam's WMD.

Ensure safety in nuclear assets: Antony to DRDO, Navy

Ensure safety in nuclear assets: Antony to DRDO, Navy

Rediff.com10 Mar 2014

Defence Minister A K Antony has asked the Navy and the DRDO to maintain highest safety standards in the nuclear submarine fleet of the country after the mishap at the site of an under-construction vessel at Vishakhapatnam in which one person was killed.

'It was an honour to play one of our nation builders'

'It was an honour to play one of our nation builders'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

'I hope more shows highlight the unsung heroes of our rich history.' 'As for bringing the trophy home, a man can hope, but truly I am just excited to be there.'

India to double uranium capacity this year

India to double uranium capacity this year

Rediff.com26 Jul 2006

India currently has a total nuclear power generation capacity of about 3,800 MW and plans to scale it up to 20,000 MW by 2020.

India, Australia sign landmark civil nuclear deal

India, Australia sign landmark civil nuclear deal

Rediff.com5 Sep 2014

Australia's Prime Minister Tony Abbott on Friday said he will sign an agreement with India to sell uranium for non-weapon use. "Prime Minister Modi and I will today sign a nuclear cooperation agreement that will finally allow Australian uranium to India," he said while addressing a meeting, organised by industry chambers including CII and Ficci.

Indo-US ties: The China factor

Indo-US ties: The China factor

Rediff.com28 Feb 2006

Iran vote: Chinks appear in NDA armour

Iran vote: Chinks appear in NDA armour

Rediff.com18 Feb 2006

Differences among National Democratic Alliance partners on India's stand vis-a-vis Iran's nuclear programme came to the fore with Janata Dal (United) declaring that it would "definitely support" the no confidence motion

New round of six-party N-talks begins

New round of six-party N-talks begins

Rediff.com19 Mar 2007

On Saturday, North Korea's nuclear envoy Kim Kye-gwan said Pyongyang would not shut down its main nuclear reactor until all of the frozen funds were released.

India, Russia ink key pact for 2 nuclear power units

India, Russia ink key pact for 2 nuclear power units

Rediff.com1 Jun 2017

The two countries also asked all nations to stop cross-border movement of terrorists and asserted that a decisive collective response from the international community without 'double standards and selectivity' was required to combat the threat of terrorism.

France the best friend of India: Sarkozy

France the best friend of India: Sarkozy

Rediff.com25 Jan 2008

Pitching for a greater role for India in global affairs, French President Nicholas Sarkozy on Thursday favoured its inclusion in the expanded UN Security Council and G-8 to give New Delhi its "rightful place" in the changed world order.

PM says consensus on Iran being evolved

PM says consensus on Iran being evolved

Rediff.com8 Nov 2005

Natwar Singh had remarked that India shouldn't vote in case of a stronger stand.

Left wants India to abstain from Iran vote

Left wants India to abstain from Iran vote

Rediff.com20 Oct 2005

Left wants India to abstain during IAEA vote on Iran

Saran briefs CCPA on India's vote in IAEA

Saran briefs CCPA on India's vote in IAEA

Rediff.com30 Sep 2005

The Left parties have slammed the government for the vote.

PM to discuss N Korea in London

PM to discuss N Korea in London

Rediff.com10 Oct 2006

PM Modi arrives in Japan, nuclear deal on the agenda

PM Modi arrives in Japan, nuclear deal on the agenda

Rediff.com10 Nov 2016

PM Modi and his Japanese counterpart are likely to sign several agreements, including on civil nuclear cooperation. Both leaders are also likely to discuss defence cooperation, including joint maritime exercises between Japan, India and the United States.

Modi hints at larger role for pvt sector in nuke energy

Modi hints at larger role for pvt sector in nuke energy

Rediff.com21 Jul 2014

Indicating a greater role of the private sector in the field of nuclear energy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said there was a need to tap additional sources of investments for the ambitious expansion programme.

Nuclear capable Prithvi-II missile successfully test fired

Nuclear capable Prithvi-II missile successfully test fired

Rediff.com7 Feb 2018

Prithvi-II is capable of carrying 500-1,000 kilogram of warheads and is thrusted by liquid propulsion twin engines.

Iran to continue N-plans

Iran to continue N-plans

Rediff.com24 Feb 2005

'Other countries cannot stop Iran's uranium enrichment program,' said Foreign Minister Kamal Kharazi.

When Biju Patnaik reached out to US to counter China

When Biju Patnaik reached out to US to counter China

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

Rup Narayan Das reveals the towering Odisha leader's role in improving national security after the 1962 War with China.

Trump says open to new nuclear deal with Iran, reimposes sanctions

Trump says open to new nuclear deal with Iran, reimposes sanctions

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

The reimposition of sanctions on Iran will have major impact on countries like India, with which it has traditional and historic trade relationship.