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Officials involved in the process of mutual administrative assistance between the two countries said. (Representational Image)

Swiss authorities to share details of at least 50 Indians holding illicit wealth

In 2014 PM Modi had termed the crackdown on black money, including those allegedly parked in Swiss banks, as a key focus area.

17 Jun 2019 1:13 PM

Interestingly, the top four teams were unmoved, FIFA World Cup 2018 winner France stayed in the second position. (Photo: Indian Football Team/Twitter)

FIFA rankings released: India unmoved at 101

Belgium strengthens their top position adding nine points to the previous standings.

14 Jun 2019 8:34 PM

Aleksander Ceferin says "the digital landscape is evolving and we need to be in a position where we can anticipate and respond to these changes." (Photo: AFP)

UEFA launches online streaming portal, aims for young fans

More streaming services are expected to launch in an effort to reach younger fans worldwide.

13 Jun 2019 5:16 PM

Karim is banned from all football-related activity at both the national and international level. (Photo: AFP)

FIFA bans ex-Afghan football boss for life over sexual assault

FIFA also fined him 1 million Swiss francs (USD 1 million, 893,000 euros).

09 Jun 2019 11:45 AM

Chelsea has not asked for an urgent freeze on the ban (Photo: AFP)

Chelsea challenges FIFA transfer ban

The court has confirmed the expected appeal, adding it is "not possible to say at this time" when a verdict is expected.

07 Jun 2019 2:28 PM

Adviser to Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said the US military deployment to the region was a deliberate provocation. (Photo:AP)

'US dare not attack Iran': Iran Revolutionary Guard commander

Tensions have spiked between Iran and the United States after Washington sent more military forces to the Middle East.

23 May 2019 8:29 AM

The tournament starts June 7 and runs through July 7. (Photo: File)

FIFA working on solution for World Cup ticketing issue

Fifa responded to the criticism after some fans buying tickets for the Women's World Cup were not given seats together.

22 May 2019 10:55 AM

The initial EU proposal provoked an outcry because it meant a ban on the Swiss tradition of ex-soldiers keeping their assault rifles. (Photo: AFP)

Swiss voters approve tighter gun control, avoid EU clash

The measure passed in binding referendum under Swiss system of direct democracy by 64-36% margin, provisional final results showed.

20 May 2019 4:20 PM

Some 740,000 Rohingya refugees fled a military crackdown in August 2017 to cross into Bangladesh where 300,000 members of the persecuted Muslim minority were already in camps. (Photo: File)

More than 250,000 Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh get first ID cards: UN

The UN refugee agency also said the registration could serve as a tool for law enforcement to help counter human trafficking.

18 May 2019 10:53 AM

The details about the voting procedure for The Best FIFA Football Awards 2019, including key release dates and the rules of allocation for each award will be made available later. (Photo: File)

Fifa announces two new award categories to promote women's football globally

The two new award categories are off Women's goalkeeper of the year and a women's team of the year.

07 May 2019 2:33 PM

Some European Union leaders had been unofficially told of Iran's decision, the report said. (Photo: AP | File)

Iran to restart some nuclear activity in response to US withdrawal from nuclear deal

President Hassan Rouhani would announce that Iran would reduce some of its 'minor and general' commitments under the deal on May 8.

07 May 2019 8:26 AM

Lauber’s office has been investigating several cases of suspected corruption surrounding Zurich-based FIFA after it filed a criminal complaint in November 2014. (Photo: AFP)

Swiss prosecutor rejects criticism of his handling of FIFA probe

FIFA has the status of a private plaintiff in the probe into suspected breach of trust, fraud, embezzlement and money laundering.

28 Apr 2019 2:39 PM

This undated photo released by International Committee of the Red Cross, the organization's New Zealand nurse Louisa Akavi. (Photo:AP)

Red Cross says, NZ nurse kidnapped by ISIS may be alive

A New Zealand nurse believed to be abducted by two drivers by ISIS terrorists in Syria in 2013 may still be alive.

15 Apr 2019 2:21 PM

UEFA's disciplinary panel will judge the 'throwing of objects' charge on May 16. (Photo: Twitter)

Uefa charges ireland after fans threw tennis balls

John Delaney, an elected member of UEFA's executive committee, has been criticized by Irish lawmakers.

28 Mar 2019 6:01 PM

The Swiss soccer federation says Shaqiri has an inflammation injury in his groin that was revealed in tests at a hospital on Monday. (Photo: PTI/AP)

Xherdan Shaqiri to miss 2020 UEFA Euro qualifiers due to injury

Shaqiri was an unused substitute Sunday in Liverpool's 2-1 win at Fulham that took it back to the top of the Premier League.

19 Mar 2019 5:16 PM

Deco was born in Brazil but moved to Portugal early in his career, obtained citizenship and made 75 appearances for his adopted country, playing at two World Cups. (Photo: Twitter)

Deco alerts defenders to be wary of VAR

The new video technology has already sparked debate during its first month of use in the Champions League.

13 Mar 2019 2:32 PM

She told the UN body that Pakistan continues to use terrorist outfits to engage in proxy warfare against its neighbours. (Photo:ANI)

Horrifying that Pak will use N-weapons to protect terrorists

A researcher at European Foundation says Pakistan's will to use nuclear weapons to protect terrorists should horrify all of humanity.

11 Mar 2019 3:35 PM

'The investigation will focus on several alleged violations of FFP that were recently made public in various media outlets', UEFA said. (Photo: AFP)

UEFA to investigate over Man City's potential breach of Financial Fair Play rule

City’s Abu Dhabi owners inflated sponsorship agreements in order to comply with FFP requirements: Der Spiegel.

08 Mar 2019 1:26 PM

The statement was backed by EU states along with Australia, Canada and New Zealand. (File Photo)

Saudi Arabia rebuked over Jamal Khashoggi murder at UN rights body

Thirty-six nations condemned Saudi Arabia over the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi in a rare censure of the oil-rich kingdom.

08 Mar 2019 11:51 AM

Tata Motors which sells Tigor EV in the domestic market, mostly supplying for state-owned EESL's orders, has also decided to adopt a focussed market approach for its EV sales, targeting 20-25 locations across India.

Tata Motors says more EVs in pipeline for fleet owners, private users

Tata has showcased an electric version of premium hatchback Altroz at Geneva Motor Show, which is expected to hit the market in two years.

06 Mar 2019 2:40 PM

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