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Jordan dump Saudi Arabia out of Asia Cup

Jordan dump Saudi Arabia out of Asia Cup

Rediff.com13 Jan 2011

Three-times champions Saudi Arabia were dumped out of the Asian Cup on Thursday after an error from goalkeeper Waleed Abdullah gifted Jordan a surprise 1-0 victory.

'No other cricket league poses a threat to the IPL'

'No other cricket league poses a threat to the IPL'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Brand IPL has become stronger than ever and doesn't see any threat from the growing number of T20 leagues globally, its chairman Arun Dhumal said on Saturday as he steered clear of the speculation swirling around a tournament backed by Saudi Arabia.

Sitharaman cuts short US-Peru visit after J-K terror attack

Sitharaman cuts short US-Peru visit after J-K terror attack

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is cutting short her official visit to the US and Peru and will depart for India at the earliest, following the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Sitharaman arrived in the US on Sunday for a six-day visit, after which she was scheduled to travel to Peru for a five-day trip. The decision comes after 26 people were killed in a terror attack near Kashmir's Pahalgam town on Tuesday.

Historic! Uzbekistan, Jordan qualify for FIFA World Cup

Historic! Uzbekistan, Jordan qualify for FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Uzbekistan earn first World Cup qualification, Australia, Jordan close in

Can Verstappen clinch maiden F1 title in Saudi Arabia?

Can Verstappen clinch maiden F1 title in Saudi Arabia?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

Max Verstappen will have his first shot at clinching the Formula One title in Saudi Arabia in two weeks' time but Red Bull's championship leader could also see his advantage disappear entirely.

India pooled along Qatar, Bahrain for U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers

India pooled along Qatar, Bahrain for U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Qatar, the highest-seeded team among the four, will host Group H, with the matches slated to be played between September 1 to 9.

Operation Sindoor Outreach What Did Panda & Co Achieve In West Asia?

Operation Sindoor Outreach What Did Panda & Co Achieve In West Asia?

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

'It is high time that the 'war on terror' is removed from our diplomatic toolbox.' 'Certainly, our parliamentarians have no role in it,' asserts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Rs 295 crore spent on Modi's foreign visits in 3 yrs

Rs 295 crore spent on Modi's foreign visits in 3 yrs

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

The Indian government has released data detailing the expenses incurred on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign visits from 2021 to 2025, including trips to the US, France, and other countries.

FIFA set to announce hosts for 2030, 2034 World Cups

FIFA set to announce hosts for 2030, 2034 World Cups

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

FIFA is set to confirm the hosts of the 2030 and 2034 men's World Cups on Wednesday, with a three-continent, six-nation bid led by Morocco, Spain and Portugal to be awarded the former and the latter going to Saudi Arabia.

'Taliban Was Never Anti-India'

'Taliban Was Never Anti-India'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

'Pakistan is uncomfortable with the Indian presence in Afghanistan. They want the Taliban to ensure that there is no Indian presence in Afghanistan.'

Women steer in the future as Saudi Arabia lifts ban on female driving

Women steer in the future as Saudi Arabia lifts ban on female driving

Rediff.com24 Jun 2018

Though the government has taken a positive move, it is still a long way for Saudi women to have equal driving rights as men.

'ISI Had No Clue About US' Bin Laden Mission'

'ISI Had No Clue About US' Bin Laden Mission'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

'Shock, confusion, and paralysis reigned.' 'Pakistan was caught in a most embarrassing situation. It could neither claim credit for the operation nor admit to a dismal intelligence failure and lack of army preparedness.'

IS group claims responsibility for Saudi Arabia mosque suicide bombing

IS group claims responsibility for Saudi Arabia mosque suicide bombing

Rediff.com23 May 2015

The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for the horrific suicide bombing attack on a shia mosque in Saudi Arabia, which took lives of at least 21 people.

I-T Bill Restores Tax Benefits For Religious Trusts

I-T Bill Restores Tax Benefits For Religious Trusts

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'If a charitable or religious trust sells a capital asset -- such as land, buildings, shares -- and makes a capital gain, it can avoid paying tax on that gain if it reinvests the proceeds in another capital asset for its charitable purposes.'

Haj pilgrims must get flu shots: Saudi Arabia

Haj pilgrims must get flu shots: Saudi Arabia

Rediff.com6 Aug 2009

Amid the global scare following the outbreak of swine flu, Saudi Arabia has asked Haj pilgrims to provide health certificate showing that they have received flu shots two weeks prior to their departure for the holy sites in the country, health ministry said.

PIX: Al-Ahli down Kawasaki Frontale for Asian Champions League title

PIX: Al-Ahli down Kawasaki Frontale for Asian Champions League title

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Saudi Arabia's Al-Ahli beat Japan's Kawasaki Frontale 2-0 to win the Asian Champions League Elite title for the first time at a raucous King Abdullah Sports City Stadium on Saturday.

'Lenovo to Double 'Make in India' Devices in 2 Years'

'Lenovo to Double 'Make in India' Devices in 2 Years'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

'We are increasing our footprint, but other markets also compete - like Indonesia or Vietnam.'

Op Sindoor: Diplomatic missions push for decisive anti-terror action

Op Sindoor: Diplomatic missions push for decisive anti-terror action

Rediff.com30 May 2025

All-party parliamentary delegations on Friday met leaders and diplomats from several countries to galvanise international action against terrorists and decisively counter the tactics of those who perpetrate, support and sponsor cross-border terror activities against India.

US, Arab world step in to defuse India-Pak tensions

US, Arab world step in to defuse India-Pak tensions

Rediff.com1 May 2025

United States Charge d'Affaires Natalie Baker on Wednesday met Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar as part of efforts to de-escalate tensions with India following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 in which 26 people were killed.

7 SHOCKING laws that haunt women in Saudi Arabia

7 SHOCKING laws that haunt women in Saudi Arabia

Rediff.com3 Sep 2013

Rediff.com takes a look at some shocking Sharia laws that prevent Saudi women from doing everyday things.

Messi's Inter Miami move driven by unhappy spell at PSG

Messi's Inter Miami move driven by unhappy spell at PSG

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Lionel Messi said his decision to join Major League Soccer club Inter Miami as a free agent was fuelled by his struggles at Paris St Germain, describing it as a period he "didn't enjoy".

CIA operates secret drone base from Saudi Arabia: Report

CIA operates secret drone base from Saudi Arabia: Report

Rediff.com6 Feb 2013

United States spy agency Central Investigation Agency has been operating a secret drone-base from Saudi Arabia for the last two years to conduct lethal strikes against the Yemen-based terror outfit -- Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula.

TCS, 2 others set up all-female BPO in Saudi Arabia

TCS, 2 others set up all-female BPO in Saudi Arabia

Rediff.com24 Sep 2013

The centre in Riyadh will be staffed by Saudi females and will start by catering to Saudi Aramco and GE as anchor clients.

Iran, Saudi reach out to India, Pak for de-escalation

Iran, Saudi reach out to India, Pak for de-escalation

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

As tensions escalated between India and Pakistan following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, Iran reached out to both countries, urging de-escalation. Saudi Arabia also expressed concern, with its foreign minister engaging in phone conversations with his Indian and Pakistani counterparts. Iran's foreign minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, emphasized the importance of bilateral relations, stating Tehran's willingness to "forge greater understanding" at this critical time. Saudi Arabia's foreign minister, Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, spoke with both India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Pakistan's Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar. Amidst heightened tensions, India has taken a series of punitive measures against Pakistan, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and downgrading diplomatic ties. Pakistan responded by shutting its airspace to Indian airliners and suspending all trade. Both countries exchanged warnings, with Pakistan emphasizing its commitment to "respond firmly to any aggression."

Why Ronaldo declined offers to play Club World Cup

Why Ronaldo declined offers to play Club World Cup

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

'I had some offers to play in the World Cup but I think it didn't make sense because I prefer to have a good rest, because this season will be very long as it is the World Cup season at the end of the year.'

Highlights from Trump's Saudi Arabia speech

Highlights from Trump's Saudi Arabia speech

Rediff.com21 May 2017

United States President Donald Trump offered a message of unity on Sunday as he called on the Arab world to confront extremism during a highly anticipated speech in the birthplace of Islam.

Benzema gives Al-Ittihad domestic double with Saudi Cup

Benzema gives Al-Ittihad domestic double with Saudi Cup

Rediff.com31 May 2025

Al-Ittihad's Karim Benzema scored twice to lead his side to a 3-1 victory over Al-Qadsiah in the Saudi Cup final on Friday as they completed the domestic double.

Key changes in the new Income Tax Bill

Key changes in the new Income Tax Bill

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

The new Income Tax Bill, passed by Lok Sabha on Monday, has retained the provisions regarding ITR filing for TDS claims and tax exemptions for anonymous donations made to all religious-cum-charitable trusts, as in the existing tax laws. The original Income Tax Bill, which was brought in Parliament in February, had done away with this exemption and the ITR filing flexibility for claiming TDS refunds.

Joshua takes revenge on Ruiz in Saudi Arabia rematch

Joshua takes revenge on Ruiz in Saudi Arabia rematch

Rediff.com8 Dec 2019

Britain's Anthony Joshua beat Andy Ruiz Jr on a unanimous points decision in Saudi Arabia on Sunday to seize back the heavyweight world championship belts he lost to his Mexican-American opponent in a shock upset last June.

'Pakistan Can't Sustain A Long War'

'Pakistan Can't Sustain A Long War'

Rediff.com6 May 2025

'Pakistan is economically very weak and will not be able to sustain a war for long.'

Why US is skipping G20 summit in South Africa

Why US is skipping G20 summit in South Africa

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

He further criticised South Africa's use of the G20 platform to promote "solidarity, equality, and sustainability" to promote "Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and climate change."

These products account for over 50% of India's exports in FY25

These products account for over 50% of India's exports in FY25

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Agriculture, pharma, electronics, and engineering goods together accounted for over 50 per cent of India's merchandise exports in 2024-25, according to government data, highlighting the country's growing strength in diverse sectors amid efforts to boost manufacturing and value-added exports.

Family biz makes up 25% of Saudi Arabia's GDP

Family biz makes up 25% of Saudi Arabia's GDP

Rediff.com26 Jul 2012

There are more than 5,000 family businesses across the Kingdom, of which only 156 are listed on the Saudi bourse, according to Jeddah Chamber of Commerce and Industry chairman Saleh Kamel.

Early celebration costs Nitin gold in Asian U-18 5000m race walk

Early celebration costs Nitin gold in Asian U-18 5000m race walk

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Nitin Gupta narrowly missed out on a gold medal after an early celebration cost him the top spot in the 5000m race walk at the Asian Under-18 Athletics Championships.

Inside Saudi Arabia's 5-star 'prison'

Inside Saudi Arabia's 5-star 'prison'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

A look at the gilded cage where Saudi princes, former ministers, one of the world's richest men and other businessmen are being held prisoner.

In Riyadh, Trump Again Claims Credit For Ceasefire

In Riyadh, Trump Again Claims Credit For Ceasefire

Rediff.com14 May 2025

'I said, fellas, come on, let's make a deal, let's do some trading, let's not trade nuclear missiles, let's trade the things that you make so beautifully, and they both have very powerful leaders, very strong leaders, smart leaders, and it all stopped.'

Race To Save Nurse On Death Row In Yemen

Race To Save Nurse On Death Row In Yemen

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

India is working with Yemeni authorities and friendly nations to find a solution for Nimisha Priya, the Indian nurse sentenced to death in Yemen for murder. The government is seeking more time for Priya's family to reach an understanding with the victim's family.

Trump's Russian Roulette Over India's Oil Supply

Trump's Russian Roulette Over India's Oil Supply

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

The trade relationship between India and the United States has been strained by the imposition of 25% tariff by the US on Indian goods.

Saudi Arabia triggers potential fuel price war by flooding market with diesel

Saudi Arabia triggers potential fuel price war by flooding market with diesel

Rediff.com16 Jul 2015

Aramco Trading Co, a subsidiary of state oil giant Saudi Aramco, offered 2.8 million barrels of ultra low sulphur diesel for loading in late July to early August