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PIX: Spain ease to victory; Portugal held to draw

PIX: Spain ease to victory; Portugal held to draw

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

European champions Spain claimed a place in the Nations League quarter-finals with a 3-0 home win over Serbia.

A Dilliwalli in Switzerland

A Dilliwalli in Switzerland

Rediff.com6 Jul 2018

'The Swiss show their love of cows by letting them graze in meadows, plump and healthy, instead of by killing minorities.' 'Women drink and kiss their dates in public while wearing tiny skirts, yet walk home unraped.' Mitali Saran on how much she misses Switzerland.

Aus Open PIX: Sabalenka, Gauff through to last 8

Aus Open PIX: Sabalenka, Gauff through to last 8

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

Images from Day 8 of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Sunday.

Netanyahu to be arrested if he visits Britain, Ireland

Netanyahu to be arrested if he visits Britain, Ireland

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

Britain hinted that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could be arrested on the basis of an International Criminal Court warrant if he visits, and Ireland said it would definitely arrest him if he did, as per Times of Israel.

Will Nirmalaji Be Generous To Bihar?

Will Nirmalaji Be Generous To Bihar?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

If it was Andhra Pradesh last Budget, it's poll-bound Bihar that has now turned to Centre with a list of demands. How the NDA government is delivering on promises.

Indian hockey team gear up for Paris Olympics

Indian hockey team gear up for Paris Olympics

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

Indian men's hockey team leaves for Mike Horn's base in Switzerland ahead of Paris Olympics

Stunning bridges of Switzerland

Stunning bridges of Switzerland

Rediff.com4 May 2012

Switzerland has some of the world's most remarkable transport infrastructure.

Where India's Rich Invest In...

Where India's Rich Invest In...

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

The Indian market remains an attractive place to do business for the nation's entrepreneurs, with 75 per cent of them operating domestically.

Why gold import computation went wrong

Why gold import computation went wrong

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

The government's initiative to migrate SEZ data from NSDL software to ICEGATE system for streamlined reporting of import data caused double counting of gold imports, resulting in inflated figures and the issue has now been largely rectified, government sources said. The downward revision has provided the actual picture of trade deficit (difference between imports and exports), which was earlier looking very high. The deficit for November will now be revised downwards from $37.84 billion to about $32.8 billion. Similarly, there will be a revision in overall import numbers as well.

Govt revises gold import data from April; cuts Nov figures by $5 bn to $9.84 bn

Govt revises gold import data from April; cuts Nov figures by $5 bn to $9.84 bn

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

The government has revised gold import data, bringing down numbers for November by $5 billion to $9.84 billion, possibly to rectify double accounting of inbound shipments. According to revised data of the commerce ministry arm Directorate General of Commercial Intelligence and Statistics (DGCIS), gold import numbers have been slashed since April 2024, revealing excess imports of about $11.7 billion during the first eight months of 2024-25.

Aus Open PIX: Alcaraz cruises; Zheng stunned

Aus Open PIX: Alcaraz cruises; Zheng stunned

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

All the action from Day 4 at the Australian Open on Wednesday

Market outlook 2025: Brokerages on opportunities, risks, investible themes

Market outlook 2025: Brokerages on opportunities, risks, investible themes

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

From the outcome of the general elections and then Union Budget to tepid corporate earnings in the September 2024 quarter (Q2-FY25), sticky inflation and Reserve Bank of India's stance on interest rates, extreme weather conditions, Indian stock markets have braved it all in calendar year 2024.

PIX: Surbhi Jyoti falls in love with Paris and Switzerland

PIX: Surbhi Jyoti falls in love with Paris and Switzerland

Rediff.com11 Jun 2019

Take a tour of Paris and Switzerland with Surbhi Jyoti.

Hard road for Serbia after painful loss to Switzerland

Hard road for Serbia after painful loss to Switzerland

Rediff.com23 Jun 2018

Victory over Switzerland would have sent Serbia through with a game to spare but they now face the prospect of getting a result against the five-times World champions who have also yet to secure their place in the last 16.

Here's how much government spent on Manu's training

Here's how much government spent on Manu's training

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Bhaker finished third to secure a bronze medal in the final of the Women's Air Pistol event on Sunday. She became the first Indian woman to win a medal in shooting at the Olympics.

Switzerland may tighten anti-money laundering rules

Switzerland may tighten anti-money laundering rules

Rediff.com19 Jun 2015

Switzerland may tighten its anti-money laundering laws after a report by a government-appointed group found the country was still subject to financial crime.

Switzerland woos Indian companies

Switzerland woos Indian companies

Rediff.com12 Dec 2007

Through an official programme called LOCATION Switzerland, the government is meeting with Indian business representatives and industry bodies to invite more Indian companies to set up offices there.

World Cup PHOTOS: Switzerland strike late to sink Serbia

World Cup PHOTOS: Switzerland strike late to sink Serbia

Rediff.com23 Jun 2018

A 90th-minute goal by Xherdan Shaqiri secured Switzerland a 2-1 victory over Serbia in a blistering-paced World Cup Group E match in Kaliningrad on Friday, putting them in a strong position to go through to the knockout round.

India-EFTA trade pact: How Swiss firms stand to gain

India-EFTA trade pact: How Swiss firms stand to gain

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

Domestic customers will get access to high-quality Swiss products such as watches, chocolates, biscuits, and clocks at lower prices as India will phase out customs duties under its trade pact with the EFTA bloc on these goods over a period of time. India and the four-European nation bloc EFTA signed a trade and economic partnership agreement (TEPA) on Sunday to boost trade and investments between the two regions. The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) members are Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland.

The CUTEST Pictures of Devi, Jeh, Raha

The CUTEST Pictures of Devi, Jeh, Raha

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

The best way to start your week? Take a look at these cutest pictures of star kids on social media.

What's Sara doing in Switzerland?

What's Sara doing in Switzerland?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

The usually serious Sara seems to be having a hoot.

Halep slams double standards in tennis doping cases

Halep slams double standards in tennis doping cases

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Simona Halep questioned the "big difference" in how doping cases are treated after world number two Iga Swiatek was handed a one-month drugs ban

US sanctions 15 Indian entities for backing Russia

US sanctions 15 Indian entities for backing Russia

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

The United States has imposed sanctions on 275 individuals and entities, including 15 from India, for allegedly supporting Russia's military-industrial base.

India, EFTA sign $100-billion free trade pact

India, EFTA sign $100-billion free trade pact

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

Domestic customers will get access to high-quality Swiss products such as watches, chocolates, biscuits, and clocks at lower prices as India will phase out customs duties under its trade pact with the EFTA bloc on these goods over a period of time. India and the four-European nation bloc EFTA signed a trade and economic partnership agreement (TEPA) on Sunday to boost trade and investments between the two regions. The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) members are Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland.

Neeraj honoured with plaque at Jungfrau's Ice Palace

Neeraj honoured with plaque at Jungfrau's Ice Palace

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

Neeraj Chopra has been honoured with a plaque at the famous Ice Palace at Jungfraujoch, known as the 'Top of Europe', in Switzerland.

India's exports to 8 of top 10 mkts grow in H1

India's exports to 8 of top 10 mkts grow in H1

Rediff.com30 Oct 2024

Exports to eight out of India's top 10 destinations, including the Netherlands, the United States (US) and the United Kingdom (UK), witnessed positive growth during the first six months of FY25, despite muted global demand amid geopolitical challenges, commerce department data showed.

Disha, Lost In Thought

Disha, Lost In Thought

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Neha goes green... Regina works for a cause... Saiee dazzles...

World Cup warm-up: Spain held by Switzerland

World Cup warm-up: Spain held by Switzerland

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

Spain goalkeeper David de Gea made a rare error which led to his side drawing 1-1 at home to Switzerland in a World Cup warm-up friendly on Sunday which the hosts dominated but failed to make their superior possession count.

#InstaStories: Young Salman in Switzerland

#InstaStories: Young Salman in Switzerland

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

In this series, InstaStories, we let pictures on social media tell their beautiful back stories.

India, Switzerland improve cooperation on tax matters

India, Switzerland improve cooperation on tax matters

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

Many requests are pending with the Swiss authorities.

Spotted: Rakhee Tandon in Switzerland

Spotted: Rakhee Tandon in Switzerland

Rediff.com3 Jan 2016

Reader Pyarejan Fazil has sent us a photograph.

Travel: Self-driving in Switzerland

Travel: Self-driving in Switzerland

Rediff.com25 Aug 2015

Rachit Hirani crisscrossed 1600 kilometres through Switzerland's mesmerising landscape in 10 days and he cant stop gushing about it...

'Already invited India to...': Zelenskyy to UNSC

'Already invited India to...': Zelenskyy to UNSC

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told the United Nations Security Council that 'we have to prepare' the second peace summit to end the Russia-Ukraine war 'altogether' and he has invited India and other countries to join the peace process.

Black money estimates lack evidence: Switzerland

Black money estimates lack evidence: Switzerland

Rediff.com17 Feb 2012

Switzerland says it is not a tax haven.

Euro 2016: Divided loyalties as Switzerland face Albania

Euro 2016: Divided loyalties as Switzerland face Albania

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

Switzerland may get a taste of their own medicine on Saturday when they meet an Albania side featuring several players who benefited from the highly-acclaimed Swiss youth set-up. Loyalties will be divided in a fascinating Group A clash which, for the first time in the European Championship, will have brothers on opposing sides in Granit and Taulant Xhaka. Both are of Albanian heritage and were born in Basel but Granit will line up for Switzerland and older brother Taulant, provided he recovers from a thigh injury, for their opponents. In all, nine members of Albania's 23-man squad had the right to play for Switzerland, and six members of the Swiss squad could have opted for Albania.

Delhi's Air Is Forcing People To Migrate

Delhi's Air Is Forcing People To Migrate

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Some residents have already taken this step to relocate, either temporarily or permanently, some to their native places and others to clean-air destinations like Goa and Himachal Pradesh.

Chess Olympiad: Indian women record third win in a row

Chess Olympiad: Indian women record third win in a row

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

In the open section too the Indian men were poised for an easy victory against Hungary 'B' team. The hero of the day was Arjun Erigaise who played a brilliant attacking game against Peter Prohazska and ended with a checkmate after a queen sacrifice.

Teen sensation Anmol Kharb dominates in Poland

Teen sensation Anmol Kharb dominates in Poland

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

Anmol Kharb achieved a remarkable feat by securing her second consecutive title on Sunday, winning the Poland International with a straight-game victory over Switzerland's Milena Schnider

India would do everything to...: Modi tells Zelenskyy

India would do everything to...: Modi tells Zelenskyy

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday conveyed to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a meeting that India would continue to do everything within its means to support a peaceful solution to the Ukraine conflict and that the way to peace is through 'dialogue and diplomacy'.

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das is top central banker for 2nd straight year

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das is top central banker for 2nd straight year

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das has been ranked as the top central banker globally for the second consecutive year by US-based Global Finance magazine. "Happy to announce that for the 2nd consecutive year, RBI Governor @DasShaktikanta has been rated 'A+', in the Global Finance Central Banker Report Cards 2024," the RBI said in a post on X.