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Did AQ Khan unwittingly sell India his nuke designs?

Did AQ Khan unwittingly sell India his nuke designs?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2011

Journalist Joshua Pollack has written a startling article for Playboy magazine, in which he reveals that Pakistan's leading nuclear scientist, Abdul Qadeer Khan, who fell from grace after it was found that he sold nuclear secrets to Libya, North Korea and Iran, may have also sold the technology to his country's greatest foe: India. Until now, the 'fourth customer' mystery has baffled investigators.

IOC, GAIL looking at equity stake in Africa LNG projects: Reddy

IOC, GAIL looking at equity stake in Africa LNG projects: Reddy

Rediff.com9 Dec 2011

State-owned Indian Oil Corp and GAIL Ltd are looking at picking up an equity stake in LNG projects in Africa to meet growing energy needs of the country, Oil Minister S Jaipal Reddy said on Friday.

Smashing PHOTOS of the YEAR - I

Smashing PHOTOS of the YEAR - I

Rediff.com5 Dec 2011

From the uprisings across the Arab world to the devastating earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster in Japan, there was no lack of news in 2011. In this five-part series, the photographers offer a behind the scenes account of the images that helped define the year.

City of 100,000 weddings: Delhi gears up for the shaadi season!

City of 100,000 weddings: Delhi gears up for the shaadi season!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2011

According to a Wall Street Journal report, on the night of November 27 at least 60,000 couples will be tying the knot in the romantic Delhi winter. As the long season of weddings gets underway, we find out just what this nuptial boom spells out for those in the business of marriage and others who're getting married.

Uganda's Kiprotich wins men's marathon

Uganda's Kiprotich wins men's marathon

Rediff.com12 Aug 2012

Stephen Kiprotich held off the Kenyan duo of Abel Kirui and Wilson Kipsang to win the men's marathon on Sunday.

After Iraq, is Syria the next target on US list?

After Iraq, is Syria the next target on US list?

Rediff.com1 Nov 2011

The sophistication and education of the Syrians has made them close ranks against foreign interference. While recognising the mistakes and follies of the Bashar al Asad government, the Syrians seem to have decided not to make this an issue for the moment, and to work together to keep the Americans from destroying the country, says Senior journalist Seema Mustafa.

OVL inks pact to buy 25% stake in Kazakhstan oil block

OVL inks pact to buy 25% stake in Kazakhstan oil block

Rediff.com12 Oct 2011

While OVL on April 16 signed a Joint Operating Agreement and Participation Share Agreement/Assignment Agreement with Kazakhstan's KazMunaiGas Exploration Production to buy a quarter of the Satpayev block, it on Wednesday signed a pactwith the Kazakh government to formally become a part of the concession.

OPCW's Nobel win shouldn't be lost in the din of Malala fans

OPCW's Nobel win shouldn't be lost in the din of Malala fans

Rediff.com14 Oct 2013

The Nobel Prize for Malala may have caused deep divisions across the globe and disturbed the peace, while the award to OPCW, though not without critics, may have served the cause of peace by eliminating a weapon of mass destruction from the face of the earth, says Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Russian Mi-17 V5 to join IAF mid-October

Russian Mi-17 V5 to join IAF mid-October

Rediff.com2 Oct 2011

India had in 2008 signed a deal with Russia to induct 80 Mi-17 V5 helicopters for strengthening its chopper fleet for humanitarian and disaster relief missions and transport operations.

No selective apoproach to fighting terror: India to US

No selective apoproach to fighting terror: India to US

Rediff.com27 Sep 2011

India has conveyed to the United States that countries with a "determined position to fight terror" cannot be selective in their approach in dealing with the menace and have to fight the scourge together "across the board".

World today faces multiple challenges: PM

World today faces multiple challenges: PM

Rediff.com21 Sep 2011

The text of the statement by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh prior to his departure on Wednesday for New York to attend the 66th Session of the United Nations General Assembly

No bilateral meet between Obama, Dr Singh at UNGA

No bilateral meet between Obama, Dr Singh at UNGA

Rediff.com17 Sep 2011

The White House has ruled out any bilateral talks between United States President Barack Obama and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh next week in New York where they will attend the annual session of the United Nations General Assembly. "We don't have any bilateral meetings planned at this point," US Deputy National Security Adviser Ben Rhodes told reporters while briefing them on Obama's agenda in New York.

China restricting religious freedom, says Clinton

China restricting religious freedom, says Clinton

Rediff.com14 Sep 2011

The Chinese government is restricting individuals, in particular those of the minority community, from their religious practices, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said Tuesday.

Honouring Solar Mamas

Honouring Solar Mamas

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

Bunker Roy, founder of the Barefoot College at Tilonia in Rajasthan, was awarded the Clinton Global Citizen Award at a ceremony in New York on September 25.

Flame, a new cyber weapon found in Iran

Flame, a new cyber weapon found in Iran

Rediff.com4 Jun 2012

Flame according to experts is a sophisticated malware which has struck Iran. The primary job that is undertaken by Flame is to spy on documents, recorded conversations and also keystrokes. In addition to this it also allows the attackers to tweak programmes and add new functionalities.

Tintu wins gold at Karlstad Grand Prix

Tintu wins gold at Karlstad Grand Prix

Rediff.com3 Aug 2011

India's leading 800 metres runner Tintu Luka won the gold medal at Karlstad Grand Prix in Sweden, the first of a series of events planned in preparation for this month's World Championships in South Korea. Tintu, who won a bronze in the Asian Championships at Kobe, Japan, last month, clocked 2:02.58 seconds to finish first.

India assumes UNSC presidency, eyes permanent seat

India assumes UNSC presidency, eyes permanent seat

Rediff.com1 Aug 2011

After a gap of 19 years, India on Monday assumed the rotating presidency of the United Nations Security Council for August, a period it intends to utilise to establish its credentials for a permanent membership by creating a more "enduring" presence for itself. A temporary member of the Council, India last held the monthly presidency in December 1992. August, being a vacation period, is expected to be a more relaxed one.

10 most dangerous nations in the world

10 most dangerous nations in the world

Rediff.com31 Jul 2015

The ninth edition of the Global Peace Index, which ranks the nations of the world according to their level of peacefulness, has ranked Syria as the most dangerous country in the world.

Susan Rice withdraws from race of US Secretary of State

Susan Rice withdraws from race of US Secretary of State

Rediff.com14 Dec 2012

United States Ambassador to the United Nations Susan Rice has withdrawn herself from the race of Secretary of State, considering the stiff opposition she might have faced from the opposition Republican Senators during the confirmation process.

US backs UN chief Ban Ki Moon for second term

US backs UN chief Ban Ki Moon for second term

Rediff.com7 Jun 2011

United States President Barack Obama on Tuesday declared America's support to Ban Ki Moon's bid for a second term as the United Nations general secretary for the critical role the world body played under his leadership in responding to global challenges. The US support comes a day after the South Korean announced his willingness for a second term."President Obama welcomes United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki Moon's announcement that he will run for a second term," US said.

Osama's ex-cook pleads guilty to terror charges

Osama's ex-cook pleads guilty to terror charges

Rediff.com8 Jul 2010

Osama bin Laden's former cook, Ibrahim al Qosi, has pleaded guilty at a trial in Guantanamo Bay to conspiracy and providing support for terrorism, representing the first conviction of the Barack Obama administration at the controversial war crimes court. According to the BBC, the 50-year-old man from Sudan has admitted that he had worked as bin Laden's bodyguard in Afghanistan and helped him avoid capture by US forces. Qosi was detained in Afghanistan in 2001.

UNSC meets to discuss Israeli attack on Gaza

UNSC meets to discuss Israeli attack on Gaza

Rediff.com15 Nov 2012

The UN Security Council held an emergency meeting to discuss the deadly Israeli attack on Gaza, with India expressing hope that Israel and Palestine will pay heed to the Council's message that the two should exercise restraint and violence must stop.

African Nations Cup qualifier: Ivory coast cruise

African Nations Cup qualifier: Ivory coast cruise

Rediff.com28 Mar 2011

Didier Drogba scored twice to maintain the Ivory Coast's perfect start to the 2012 African Nations Cup qualifiers on Sunday while other top contenders Ghana, Nigeria and Zambia also won.

I-League: Air India rally to beat Sporting 3-1

I-League: Air India rally to beat Sporting 3-1

Rediff.com14 Dec 2011

Sporting Clube de Goa suffered their third successive defeat after Air India rallied from a goal down to post a 3-1 win in the ninth round of the I League, at the Nehru Stadium, Fatorda, in Goa, on Wednesday.

Review: Machine Gun Preacher is a compelling film

Review: Machine Gun Preacher is a compelling film

Rediff.com9 Dec 2011

It's a compelling film evocative of fate and faith; never mind that it is flawed at places you wish it wasn't.

Momentum building up for UNSC reform: India

Momentum building up for UNSC reform: India

Rediff.com16 Feb 2011

"We deeply appreciate the fact that President Obama made that declaration of support for India's candidature as a Permanent Member of the Security Council and subsequently to that we have had some useful discussion with the State Department," Indian Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao told media persons at a press conference in Washington.

Pirates abduct 17 Indian sailors in Indian Ocean

Pirates abduct 17 Indian sailors in Indian Ocean

Rediff.com8 Feb 2011

Using rocket launchers and submachine guns, suspected Somali pirates abducted 17 Indian and five Italian sailors after hijacking a large Italian-flagged oil tanker in the Indian Ocean.

Dr Singh set to create history in Maldives

Dr Singh set to create history in Maldives

Rediff.com12 Nov 2011

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will create history when he addresses the People's Majlis -- the 77-member Maldivian Parliament -- sometime on Saturday after 11.45 am local time (IST 12.15 pm). He will be the first head of state to have addressed the Majlis in its 78-year-old existence. Majlis Speaker Abdullah Nashid had formally invited the Indian prime minister to address the Majlis during the latter's visit to attend the 17th SAARC Summit that concluded on Friday.

'India will attend Nobel prize presentation'

'India will attend Nobel prize presentation'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2010

India will be participating at the presentation of the Nobel Peace Prize to Chinese dissident Liu Xiaobao on Friday in Oslo, Norway, according to the Nobel Prize Committee. This comes despite China asking governments not to attend the ceremony which its sees as an act directed against it and is likely to create irritation in the bilateral ties.

Pak, China violated Indian airspace, LS told

Pak, China violated Indian airspace, LS told

Rediff.com6 Dec 2010

Pakistan has violated Indian airspace 23 times in the last three years, Lok Sabha was informed on Monday. "Indian air space has been violated 29 times by foreign aircraft during the period between December 2007 and November 2010. These include 23 occasions by Pakistan, thrice by China, twice by the United States and once by Bangladesh," Defence Minister A K Antony said in written reply to a query.

US defends spying on foreign diplomats

US defends spying on foreign diplomats

Rediff.com30 Nov 2010

Defending United States diplomats after WikiLeaks' revelations that they were spying on United Nation's officials from several nations including India, a top American official on Tuesday said the country's representatives were involved in building relationships like their foreign counterparts. "Our diplomats are doing what diplomats do around the world every day, which is build relationships, negotiate, advance our interests," US envoy to the UN Susan Rice said.

India makes hectic efforts to win support for UNSC

India makes hectic efforts to win support for UNSC

Rediff.com28 Nov 2010

Close on the heels of Obama's announcement, France's Head of UN Division in the Foreign Ministry Sylvie Berman visited Delhi recently and met Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao and some other senior officials of the External Affairs Ministry to discuss the issue of reforms, sources told PTI.

Is George Clooney the coolest actor in the world?

Is George Clooney the coolest actor in the world?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2009

He's too cool for school, this George Clooney.

Dr Singh may meet Iran's Ahmadinejad in New York

Dr Singh may meet Iran's Ahmadinejad in New York

Rediff.com21 Sep 2011

Irrespective of all the criticism that he is facing in America, Ahmadinejad's meeting with Dr Singh looks almost certain, sources have revealed.

Why Kashmir isn't in UN dispute list, asks Pak

Why Kashmir isn't in UN dispute list, asks Pak

Rediff.com16 Nov 2010

Pakistan has objected to the exclusion of Jammu and Kashmir from a list of disputes under the observation of the Security Council in a speech made by UK's top diplomat in an annual debate on UNSC reforms in New York.

Kashmir removed from UN list of disputes

Kashmir removed from UN list of disputes

Rediff.com15 Nov 2010

In a significant development, Jammu and Kashmir has been removed from the UN list of unresolved disputes, giving a setback to Pakistan which has been asking the world body to intervene on the issue.

UK places restrictions on cargo from India, Pak

UK places restrictions on cargo from India, Pak

Rediff.com5 Nov 2010

"Cargo originating from some cities in India, Qatar, Pakistan, Iran, Bangladesh, Thailand, the Maldives, Sudan and Libya will have to be re-screened after arriving in Britain before being loaded onto onward flights," Britain's Transport Secretary Philip Hammond told newsmen.

Meet the voice of global change

Meet the voice of global change

Rediff.com19 Dec 2013

'It is astonishing how many Indian politicians have been convicted of sexual assault and of various types of crimes against women.' Ricken Patel, founder of the world's largest online activist site Avaaz, on his work in India and how technology is revolutionising the fight for a more just world. Rediff.com's P Rajendran reports from New York.

China, US strike 67 agreements during high-level talks

China, US strike 67 agreements during high-level talks

Rediff.com5 May 2012

Notwithstanding the row over a blind Chinese dissident, China and the US have struck 67 agreements during their crucial economic dialogue covering a wide range of issues relating to trade and investment.

ISI sponsors Kashmiri militant groups: FBI

ISI sponsors Kashmiri militant groups: FBI

Rediff.com21 Jul 2011

Pakistan's spy agency Inter-Services Intelligence sponsors terrorism in Kashmir and it oversees terrorist groups there, the Federal Bureau of Investigation has said in the first-ever open acknowledgment by a United States agency that Islamabad is a 'State Sponsor of Terrorism'.