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'Visa fraud will cost you': US embassy warns Indians

'Visa fraud will cost you': US embassy warns Indians

Rediff.com9 hours ago

The US embassy, in a brief statement on X also said, "If anyone breaks the US law, they will be punished with "significant criminal penalties".

Russia's Rosneft in early talks with Reliance to sell stake in India unit

Russia's Rosneft in early talks with Reliance to sell stake in India unit

Rediff.com8 minutes ago

Russian oil giant PJSC Rosneft Oil Company is in early talks with Reliance Industries for sale of its 49.13 per cent stake in Nayara Energy, which operates a 20-million tonnes-a-year oil refinery and 6,750 petrol pumps in India, sources said. Reliance has held preliminary talks for acquisition of Nayara, which will help it overtake state-owned Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) to become India's No.1 oil refiner as well as give a meaningful presence in the fuel marketing space.

Factors that will drive the stock markets this week

Factors that will drive the stock markets this week

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Trading activity of foreign investors and crude oil prices would also remain in the limelight during the week, experts noted. "This week brings a series of important economic data releases from India and the United States, which are likely to influence market sentiment and central bank outlooks.

Did US use Indian airspace for strikes against Iran? PIB clarifies

Did US use Indian airspace for strikes against Iran? PIB clarifies

Rediff.com6 days ago

The US bombed three nuclear sites in Iran early Sunday, with President Donald Trump warning of additional strikes if Iran retaliates.

BCCI, ECB unite to fend off Saudi T20 league threat

BCCI, ECB unite to fend off Saudi T20 league threat

Rediff.com4 days ago

The ambitious Saudi T20 league, which is believed to be a $400-million project, won't be backed by the BCCI or the England and Wales Cricket Board as they try to protect their respective flagship tournaments from getting diluted, British newspaper The Guardian has reported.

ED conducts multi-state raids in Bihar constable recruitment 'scam'

ED conducts multi-state raids in Bihar constable recruitment 'scam'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

The agency seized documents like answer sheets, OMR codes, hand-written notes related to IDs and names of candidates apart from their education certificates, the sources said.

Iran will 'never be able to rebuild' nuke facilities: Trump

Iran will 'never be able to rebuild' nuke facilities: Trump

Rediff.com5 days ago

United States President Donald Trump has stated that Iran will 'never be able to rebuild' its nuclear facilities following recent American airstrikes carried out under 'Operation Midnight Hammer' over the weekend while claiming that the sites were now 'under rock', referring to Iran's nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan.

Your awesome might will change history: Netanyahu hails Trump

Your awesome might will change history: Netanyahu hails Trump

Rediff.com7 days ago

Applauding United States President Donald Trump's 'bold decision' to hit Iran's nuclear facilities, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday said that it demonstrated 'peace through strength' and will lead to a future of peace and prosperity in the region and beyond.

PM Modi has our full support: US State Department

PM Modi has our full support: US State Department

Rediff.com2 May 2025

The United States stands strong with India against terrorism and Prime Minister Narendra Modi 'has our full support', the State Department said underlining that Secretary of State Marco Rubio urges India and Pakistan to work towards a responsible resolution that maintains long-term peace and regional stability in South Asia.

No visa on 'omitting' social media info: US embassy

No visa on 'omitting' social media info: US embassy

Rediff.com3 days ago

Outlining each visa adjudication as a 'national security decision', the United States has asked applicants to share their social media usernames or handles of each platform they have used in the last five years.

'Only Trump Can Unite Thackeray Brothers'

'Only Trump Can Unite Thackeray Brothers'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

'Like me there are crores of Marathi people in the state hoping for this miracle to work.'

Israel, Iran accept ceasefire, Trump says, 'please don't...'

Israel, Iran accept ceasefire, Trump says, 'please don't...'

Rediff.com5 days ago

As per Israeli media, at least four people have been killed and several injured after an Iranian missile struck a residential building in Beersheba.

'We don't want them': Trump bars entry to US from 12 countries

'We don't want them': Trump bars entry to US from 12 countries

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Trump has partially restricted and limited the entry of nationals from the seven nations: Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela.

'Make Iran Great Again': Trump talks regime change after strikes

'Make Iran Great Again': Trump talks regime change after strikes

Rediff.com6 days ago

Trump's remarks came a day after the US launched Operation Midnight Hammer, targeting three of Iran's key nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.

Iran attacks US military bases in Qatar, Iraq

Iran attacks US military bases in Qatar, Iraq

Rediff.com5 days ago

A major escalation unfolded in West Asia on Monday after Iran reportedly launched multiple missiles targeting United States military installations in Qatar and Iraq, including Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar -- the largest US military installation in the region, according to a CNN report.

Iran's underground nuclear site at Fordow attacked again

Iran's underground nuclear site at Fordow attacked again

Rediff.com6 days ago

The US attack on the Iranian nuclear facilities has triggered fears of a wider regional conflict, with many leading countries and blocs calling for restraint.

5 bypolls peaceful across 4 states; high turnout in Bengal's Kaliganj

5 bypolls peaceful across 4 states; high turnout in Bengal's Kaliganj

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Moderate turnout was recorded in the first four hours of polling across five assembly constituencies across Punjab, West Bengal, Gujarat and Kerala where bypolls are underway on Thursday.

Centre To Boost States' Heatwave Plans

Centre To Boost States' Heatwave Plans

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

About 57 per cent of Indian districts, home to 76 per cent of the country's population, are currently at high to very high risk from extreme heat.

'Don't drop those bombs': Trump uses F-word to slam Israel

'Don't drop those bombs': Trump uses F-word to slam Israel

Rediff.com5 days ago

United States President Donald Trump has expressed strong disapproval of Israel and Iran 'violating the ceasefire' he announced earlier in the day and said the two countries have been fighting 'so long and so hard that they don't know what the f*** they're doing'.

Trump gives two-week deadline to Iran before military action

Trump gives two-week deadline to Iran before military action

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

United States President Donald Trump has opened a two-week window for diplomacy with Iran before deciding on military action, aiming to restart stalled negotiations amid Israel's bombing campaign, CNN reported.

Over 5,000 Covid cases in India, most affected state is...

Over 5,000 Covid cases in India, most affected state is...

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

India's active Covid case tally crossed the 5,000 mark with Kerala remaining the most affected state followed by Gujarat, West Bengal and Delhi, according to the Union health ministry data released on Friday.

What Kind Of Military Parade Is This?!

What Kind Of Military Parade Is This?!

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

On June 14, 2025, the US army celebrated its 250th anniversary with a parade championed by President Donald Trump in Washington, DC.

Satellite images show damage at Iranian nuclear sites

Satellite images show damage at Iranian nuclear sites

Rediff.com7 days ago

The imagery, captured by Planet Labs PBC on Sunday, indicates that the entry tunnels to the fortified site were targeted, with visible destruction at access points and possible impact on the mountain that houses the facility.

Iran, Israel trade missiles after Trump claims ceasefire

Iran, Israel trade missiles after Trump claims ceasefire

Rediff.com5 days ago

Iran on Monday launched multiple missiles at US military installations in Qatar and Iraq, including the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar -- the largest US military base in the region.

Covid surge: States told to ensure availability of oxygen, beds

Covid surge: States told to ensure availability of oxygen, beds

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

All states have been instructed to ensure availability of oxygen, isolation beds, ventilators and essential medicines in view of rising cases of Covid, official sources said on Wednesday.

Indian teen sensation Tanvi creates history in Iowa

Indian teen sensation Tanvi creates history in Iowa

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Tanvi will take on top seed Beiwen Zhang of the United States in the final.

US advisory for India warns of crime, rape; MEA says 'noted'

US advisory for India warns of crime, rape; MEA says 'noted'

Rediff.com2 days ago

In the June 16 advisory, the US urged its citizens to exercise "increased caution" due to crime and rape, and advised them not to travel to certain parts of central and eastern parts of the country due to terrorism.

Tanvi, Ayush advance to semis of US Open badminton

Tanvi, Ayush advance to semis of US Open badminton

Rediff.com1 days ago

Tanvi Sharma and Ayush Shetty marched into the semi-finals of the US Open badminton tournament with convincing wins to continue their impressive run in the Super 300 Tournament.

Great deal with India coming up, says Trump

Great deal with India coming up, says Trump

Rediff.com2 days ago

United States President Donald Trump said a 'very big' trade deal is on cards with India, hinting at significant progress in the negotiation process of a long-awaited bilateral trade agreement between the two countries.

Teams That Have Qualified for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Teams That Have Qualified for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Here is the full list of teams that have qualified for the 2026 World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada from June 11 to July 19.

Pakistani man extradited to US over plot to attack Jewish centre on Oct 7 anniversary

Pakistani man extradited to US over plot to attack Jewish centre on Oct 7 anniversary

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Muhammad Shahzeb Khan was charged with attempting to provide material support and resources to the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS) terrorist organisation and attempting to commit acts of terrorism transcending national boundaries.

This Is The US Plane That Bombed Iran

This Is The US Plane That Bombed Iran

Rediff.com7 days ago

Around 4:30 am IST on Sunday, June 22, 2025, the United States launched an attack on three nuclear sites in Iran. With this, the US seems to have finally entered the war with Iran.

Omit social media, risk visa denial: US tightens screening rules

Omit social media, risk visa denial: US tightens screening rules

Rediff.com3 days ago

Outlining each visa adjudication as a "national security decision", the US has asked applicants to share their social media usernames or handles of each platform they have used in the last five years.

Historic moment for US, Israel, World: Trump after US strikes on Iran

Historic moment for US, Israel, World: Trump after US strikes on Iran

Rediff.com7 days ago

In a post on Truth Social, Trump described the operation as a historic moment for the US, Israel and the world, while urging Iran to agree to end the ongoing conflict.

Putin assures Iranian FM of support after US strikes

Putin assures Iranian FM of support after US strikes

Rediff.com6 days ago

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday assured Tehran of Moscow's support in de-escalating the Israel-Iran conflict hours after the United States strikes at Iranian nuclear sites at dawn on Sunday.

MEA raises ill-treatment of Indian man at Newark airport with US

MEA raises ill-treatment of Indian man at Newark airport with US

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

The Indian embassy in Washington DC and the Indian Consulate in New York have also been in touch with the US authorities to ascertain the details in the case, the sources said.

Can Iran Expect Help From Putin Now?

Can Iran Expect Help From Putin Now?

Rediff.com6 days ago

Will Russia's entry deter Trump on his warpath?, asks Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Mass Protests Against Trump Across US

Mass Protests Against Trump Across US

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Demonstrators rallied across the United States under the banner of 'No Kings', protesting President Donald Trump's recent actions, including federal immigration raids and the deployment of military forces in Los Angeles.

Minister's confession exposes Pak as rogue state: India at UN

Minister's confession exposes Pak as rogue state: India at UN

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

India has accused Pakistan of being a "rogue state" fueling global terrorism, following a confession by Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif admitting to his country's history of supporting and funding terrorist organisations. India's Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Yojna Patel, delivered a strong Right of Reply at a UN event, highlighting Asif's admission and condemning Pakistan's actions. Patel asserted that the world can no longer turn a blind eye to Pakistan's role in supporting terrorism.

US lawmaker, husband killed in 'targeted attack'

US lawmaker, husband killed in 'targeted attack'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

A Minnesota state representative and her husband were shot dead while a state senator and his wife were injured in their homes in two separate shooting incidents on Saturday, ABC News reported.