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US freezes $1 billion aid package to Yemen

US freezes $1 billion aid package to Yemen

Rediff.com8 Apr 2011

United States has frozen a record $ 1 billion (about Rs 4,500 crore) assistance package to Yemen marking a sharp about-face in the American policy towards its anti-terror ally, as Saana said that it was studying a proposal by Gulf states to end months long strife in the country.

Trump praises India at UNGA; says US rejects globalism

Trump praises India at UNGA; says US rejects globalism

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

He said the US believes that when nations respect the rights of their neighbours and defend the interests of their people, they can better work together to secure the blessings of safety, prosperity and peace.

It took Al Qaeda just $4200 to break US barriers

It took Al Qaeda just $4200 to break US barriers

Rediff.com23 Nov 2010

Terror outfit Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula, which claimed responsibility for the failed attempts to send two parcel bombs to Chicago by courier planes of the FedExpress and the UPS on October 29, has come out with a detailed account of its operation code named Operation Haemorrhage in its online magazine titled Inspire.

US offers 'unique' security guarantees if N Korea denuclearises

US offers 'unique' security guarantees if N Korea denuclearises

Rediff.com11 Jun 2018

"President Trump believes that Kim has an unprecedented opportunity to change the trajectory of our relationship and bring peace and prosperity to his country," Pompeo said.

North Korea accuses US President Trump of declaring war

North Korea accuses US President Trump of declaring war

Rediff.com25 Sep 2017

Tensions have dramatically risen on the Korean peninsula after North Korea early this month conducted its biggest nuclear test, which its state-run KCNA news agency described as a hydrogen bomb.

Blow to Al Qaeda; drone strike kills AQAP chief

Blow to Al Qaeda; drone strike kills AQAP chief

Rediff.com3 Jan 2011

Nasir Al-Wuhayshi, 32, was a key member of the Al Qaeda. He received jihadi training directly from Al Qaeda founder Osama bin Laden in Afghanistan.

G-8 kind of security for DeepVeer wedding!

G-8 kind of security for DeepVeer wedding!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2018

Deepika and Ranveer go to extraordinary lengths to ensure privacy. Security is on par with that provided for a meeting of world leaders.

Must-see! Chunky Panday's gorgeous daughter at Le Bal

Must-see! Chunky Panday's gorgeous daughter at Le Bal

Rediff.com17 Jan 2018

She was one of the four Indians who made their debut at Le Bal 2017.

US warplane flew less than 100 km from Shanghai: Report

US warplane flew less than 100 km from Shanghai: Report

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

It was the 12th day in a row that US military planes have approached the mainland coast, the report said.

Malaysia lifts tsunami alert

Malaysia lifts tsunami alert

Rediff.com7 Apr 2010

The Malaysian Meteorological Department has lifted a tsunami alert it issued for its three coastal areas after a 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck North Sumatra in Indonesia early Wednesday morning.

NTC land gets Rs 284-cr bids

NTC land gets Rs 284-cr bids

Rediff.com30 Jul 2010

The Podar Mill, which went under the hammer today, is expected to get higher bids in the remaining two days of the e-auction.

Why this Israeli tennis player quit?

Why this Israeli tennis player quit?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

Former world number 11 Shahar Peer, the most successful Israeli woman to play on the WTA Tour, announced her retirement because of injury on Tuesday.

Intelligence failed in Xmas day plot: Obama

Intelligence failed in Xmas day plot: Obama

Rediff.com6 Jan 2010

Noting that there was sufficient information to uncover the December 25 plot, US President Barack Obama has said that the intelligence community failed to connect the dots and added that this would not be tolerated.

Technical fault failed US plane attack: Qaeda

Technical fault failed US plane attack: Qaeda

Rediff.com29 Dec 2009

The Al Qaeda has claimed its role in the failed attempt to blow up a US-bound plane, carrying 278 passengers from Amsterdam to Detroit, on Christmas, American monitors have said.

When Indian, French navies met off coast of Brittany

When Indian, French navies met off coast of Brittany

Rediff.com3 Aug 2009

Navies of India and France recently took part in a joint exercise aimed at enhancing interoperability between the two navies.

World's most beautiful scenes in Agora's Travel photo contest

World's most beautiful scenes in Agora's Travel photo contest

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

This year has been the year of the no travel, which has left millions reminiscing on adventure-filled trips abroad. To celebrate the wonder of world travel, thousands of photography enthusiasts entered Agora #Travel2020, sharing the moments they feel captured the true essence of exploration. Octavi Royo, Agora's co-founder and CEO, said: "Thanks to these photos, we can travel to some amazing corners of our planet and see them from the point of view of travel photographers." Scroll down to see our pick of the shortlisted images...

Yemeni Al Qaeda declares jihad on Christians, Jews

Yemeni Al Qaeda declares jihad on Christians, Jews

Rediff.com9 Feb 2010

Senior commanders of the Yemeni wing of the Al Qaeda have urged Muslims in the region to wage a jihad against Christians and Jews.

Rare Image: Chinese premier with Kim Jong-il

Rare Image: Chinese premier with Kim Jong-il

Rediff.com5 Oct 2009

Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao arrived in the Democratic People''s Republic of Korea (DPRK) for talks with top leader Kim Jong-il Sunday and said that he would pushing for the creation of a nuclear-free Korean peninsula.

Lanka: Tigers lose Elephant Pass

Lanka: Tigers lose Elephant Pass

Rediff.com9 Jan 2009

In a major success, the Sri Lankan troops today seized the strategic Elephant Pass, the gateway to the Jaffna peninsula, dislodging the Tamil Tigers from their key bastion a week after capturing the rebels' de facto capital Kilinochcci in the island nation's embattled north.

In photos: What happens when a trillion-tonne iceberg breaks loose from Antarctica

In photos: What happens when a trillion-tonne iceberg breaks loose from Antarctica

Rediff.com15 Jul 2017

And why YOU should worry about it.

US working with India to counter Af-Pak terror groups

US working with India to counter Af-Pak terror groups

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

The Islamic State has emerged as the most potent terrorist threat globally but in the Afghan-Pak region the space is dominated by other terrorist groups like Taliban, Haqqani network and Lashkar-e-Tayiba, America's top spymaster has said.

Spent a sleepless night: South Korean prez on Trump-Kim summit

Spent a sleepless night: South Korean prez on Trump-Kim summit

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

Moon Jae-in hope that the summit will open a new era of complete denuclearisation, peace.

Lehman meltdown makes realtors run for funds

Lehman meltdown makes realtors run for funds

Rediff.com23 Sep 2008

Real estate companies such as Unitech, Peninsula Land, HDIL and Future Capital, the financial services arm of Future Group, are in talks with investors including some leading private equity funds for raising investments for their projects, after the collapse of Lehman Brothers, whose third party fund had promised investments in these property companies' projects, according to industry sources.

14 killed as ships with Indian, Turkish crews catch fire near Russia

14 killed as ships with Indian, Turkish crews catch fire near Russia

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

12 persons have so far been rescued from the sea. Nine sailors are still listed as missing.

Lankan troops take full control of Jaffna

Lankan troops take full control of Jaffna

Rediff.com14 Jan 2009

Sri Lankan troops on Wednesday captured the last remaining Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam-held area in Jaffna, establishing total government control over the strategic northern peninsula. A senior LTTE Sea Tiger leader identified only as 'Thiru' was killed during the battle to take over the Chundikulam area, Military spokesperson Uday Nanayakkara said.

PM confident that talks with Putin will strengthen partnership

PM confident that talks with Putin will strengthen partnership

Rediff.com20 May 2018

In a series of tweets -- in Russian and then in English -- on the eve of his visit to Russia, Modi said he looked forward to his meeting with Putin.

North Korea must give up nuke plans: US

North Korea must give up nuke plans: US

Rediff.com12 Jan 2010

The Obama administration has said that North Korea should give up its ambition of becoming a nuclear power before returning to the denuclearisation talks.

'Al Qaeda in Yemen extension of its core from Pak'

'Al Qaeda in Yemen extension of its core from Pak'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2010

"Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula is an extension of Al Qaeda core coming out of Pakistan. And, in my view, it is one of the most lethal and one of the most concerning of it," John Brennan, assistant to the US President for Counterterrorism and Homeland Security, told media persons at a White House briefing.

FAQ: Everything you need to know about locust attacks

FAQ: Everything you need to know about locust attacks

Rediff.com28 May 2020

Locust swarms can vary from less than one square kilometre to several hundred square kilometres. There can be at least 40 million and sometimes as many as 80 million locust adults in each square kilometre of swarm. Here's everything you need to know about the latest threat to India from the skies.

Colonel Raja Chari Is Ready for Space

Colonel Raja Chari Is Ready for Space

Rediff.com30 Oct 2021

On Sunday morning Eastern US time, four astronauts will zoom into space on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida. Commanding the spaceflight is Raja Chari, a United States Air Force colonel.

North Korea test-fires ballistic missile over Japan

North Korea test-fires ballistic missile over Japan

Rediff.com29 Aug 2017

The Japanese government warned the people in northern Japan to prepare for a potential incoming missile from Pyongyang.

FREEZE! Animals on the Prowl

FREEZE! Animals on the Prowl

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Take a look at some of the jaw-dropping images.

New 'laptop bombs' may evade airport security: Report

New 'laptop bombs' may evade airport security: Report

Rediff.com1 Apr 2017

The concern about such an explosive hidden in a laptop or an electronic device prompted the US and the UK to prohibit travelers flying out of 10 airports in eight countries in the Middle East and Africa from carrying laptops and other large electronic devices aboard planes.

Mumbai developers rethink malls for office space

Mumbai developers rethink malls for office space

Rediff.com19 Feb 2008

Real estate developers like Indiabulls, DLF, Peninsula and even retail giant Future group are all considering converting space reserved for malls and hyper-markets to office space to meet heavy demand from financial institutions, investment banks and large companies.

5 jazzy hairstyles at the FIFA World Cup

5 jazzy hairstyles at the FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com22 Jun 2018

You may be entranced by the foot magic, but don't miss the hair cuts!

Meet Lanka prez to sort fishermen issue: Swamy tells Jaya

Meet Lanka prez to sort fishermen issue: Swamy tells Jaya

Rediff.com24 Jun 2014

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Subramanian Swamy on Tuesday urged Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa to meet Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa in Colombo to work out a compromise to resolve the recurring issue of the arrest of Indian fishermen by the island nation's navy.

Ready for ceasefire and talks, says LTTE

Ready for ceasefire and talks, says LTTE

Rediff.com11 Jul 2008

LTTE's political wing chief, V Nadesan, on Thursday said that the group was ready for a ceasefire now, while accusing the Sri Lankan government of 'abrogating' the six-year-long ceasefire, which came to an end early this year.

India cannot avoid hard choices in Ladakh

India cannot avoid hard choices in Ladakh

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

New Delhi must clearly demonstrate to Beijing that China will pay a price for its relentless strategic undermining of India, says Ajai Shukla.

Summit with North Korea's Kim could still go ahead on June 12: Trump

Summit with North Korea's Kim could still go ahead on June 12: Trump

Rediff.com25 May 2018

The US president said the lines of communication had opened between the two countries after Trump administration officials on Thursday said that the North Koreans had become unresponsive, leading to the planned summit's cancellation.

11 Indians evacuated from Yemen by Pakistani naval ship

11 Indians evacuated from Yemen by Pakistani naval ship

Rediff.com5 Apr 2015

Eleven Indians along with 172 others have been evacuated by a Pakistani ship from strife-torn Yemen's southeastern city of Mokallah, which is now almost entirely under control of Al-Qaeda militants.