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Mamdani's success story to inspire generations

Mamdani's success story to inspire generations

Rediff.com1 Jan 2026

Indian-descent democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani has been sworn in as the Mayor of New York City, marking a new era for the city with a focus on affordability and working-class New Yorkers.

7 Cities With The Most Five-Star Hotels

7 Cities With The Most Five-Star Hotels

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

A handful of cities in the world have more fancy hotels than any other places, according to a list released by from Cond Nast Traveler.

From state lawmaker to mayor of America's largest city

From state lawmaker to mayor of America's largest city

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani, of Indian descent, has won the New York City mayoral election, becoming the first Muslim, first Indian-origin, first African-born, and youngest mayor in over a century. His victory is seen as a significant moment for the city and the Indian-American community.

What Democrats Can Learn From Zohran Mamdani

What Democrats Can Learn From Zohran Mamdani

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

His victory means that his party will have to learn from him, because after the rise of Donald Trump, the Democrats have been in disarray. They have had no real answer to the Trump phenomenon and Zohran, with his emphatic and clear policies aimed at working class Americans offers them a national path for a return, asserts Aakar Patel.

Landmark deal: Chinese insurer buys Waldorf Astoria for $1.95 bn

Landmark deal: Chinese insurer buys Waldorf Astoria for $1.95 bn

Rediff.com7 Oct 2014

As part of the deal, Hilton will continue to operate the property for 100 years and the 1,413 room hotel will undergo a major renovation.

Amsterdam Is Always A Good Idea

Amsterdam Is Always A Good Idea

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

The City of Bikes is like no other.

'Arre wah!, he kept saying between mouthfuls'

'Arre wah!," he kept saying between mouthfuls'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Chef par excellence Satish Arora recalls his days working as a chef to prime ministers to Chandrima Pal.

Republic Day: Meet Egyptian Chief Guest

Republic Day: Meet Egyptian Chief Guest

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi will be the chief guest at this year's Republic Day celebrations.

Chahal's 'perfect evening' with Dhanashree

Chahal's 'perfect evening' with Dhanashree

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

Royal Challengers Bangalore's ace spinner Yuzvendra Chahal enjoyed a 'perfect evening' in the company of his fiancee Dhanashree Verma in Dubai. on Tuesday.

This iconic hotel in New York will house Prime Minister Modi

This iconic hotel in New York will house Prime Minister Modi

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was welcomed by over 500 Indian-Americans who had gathered outside the Waldorf Astoria Hotel on Thursday.

5 injured after gun goes off in New York's famed Waldorf hotel

5 injured after gun goes off in New York's famed Waldorf hotel

Rediff.com14 Jun 2015

A woman was accidentally shot in the head and four others suffered injuries at a wedding at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel on Saturday after a man accidentally fired off his gun.

Reliance sets its drone biz plan in motion

Reliance sets its drone biz plan in motion

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

Reliance Industries has put together an aggressive plan to build its drone business which includes expanding manufacturing capacity five-fold, participating in the new drone production linked incentive scheme, and experimenting with limited logistics payloads to deliver goods. The target is to become a key player in the expected $5 billion market in India by the end of the decade. The drone business is being carried out through a Bangalore-based start up, Asteria Aerospace, in which Reliance has taken a majority stake. Asteria is a subsidiary of Jio Platforms Ltd.

Just who is Dhanashree Verma?

Just who is Dhanashree Verma?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

Yuzvendra Chahal's fiancee is making a sudden impact at IPL 2020.

British Boxer Amir Khan gets hitched

British Boxer Amir Khan gets hitched

Rediff.com3 Jun 2013

Amir khan married his American fiance Faryal Makhdoom in a lavish ceremony at the Waldorf Astoria in New York.

'Not same skin': Black man attacks Sikh with hammer in US

'Not same skin': Black man attacks Sikh with hammer in US

Rediff.com4 May 2021

Ahluwalia said the man, a Black, assaulted him on April 26 at his workplace, the Quality Inn in Brownsville. He said the man came into the lobby of the hotel at around 8 am and started shouting while the front desk lady asked him if he needed help.

PIX: Sonam Kapoor's cousin gets married!

PIX: Sonam Kapoor's cousin gets married!

Rediff.com20 Feb 2018

Congratulations Mohit and Antara!

PIX: Sonam lights up Mohit Marwah's sangeet

PIX: Sonam lights up Mohit Marwah's sangeet

Rediff.com21 Feb 2018

Pictures from Bollywood's latest wedding.

Dhol baaje: A desi welcome for PM Modi in New York

Dhol baaje: A desi welcome for PM Modi in New York

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at The Waldorf Astoria in New York amid a rousing welcome by the India Diaspora.

India to be fastest growing economy soon: Ambani

India to be fastest growing economy soon: Ambani

Rediff.com17 Nov 2010

Mukesh Ambani, chairman of Reliance Industries Ltd, on Tuesday said that India has traversed a long path from being a Third World County in the 1980s to becoming the world's third most important economy today.

9 Indian Americans feature in top 50 Asians list

9 Indian Americans feature in top 50 Asians list

Rediff.com21 Jul 2011

Nine Indian Americans among Outstanding 50 Asian Americans in Business this year.

No bilateral meet, but what if Modi, Pak PM cross paths in US?

No bilateral meet, but what if Modi, Pak PM cross paths in US?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

'If a handshake happens, you will get to see it. If a pull aside happens, you will get to see it'

PIX: Sridevi looks gorgeous at Mohit Marwah's wedding!

PIX: Sridevi looks gorgeous at Mohit Marwah's wedding!

Rediff.com21 Feb 2018

Bollywood is partying in the UAE. Here's why!

India, Brazil, SA win top UN award

India, Brazil, SA win top UN award

Rediff.com21 Sep 2010

India, Brazil and South Africa received the 2010 Millennium Development Goals awards for South-South Cooperation at a prestigious gala at the Waldorf Astoria hotel in New York.

PM wins Appeal of Conscience World Statesman award

PM wins Appeal of Conscience World Statesman award

Rediff.com7 Sep 2010

Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh will be bestowed the prestigious Appeal of Conscience World Statesman award 2010 on September 21, at the Waldorf-Astoria hotel in New York during his visit to the city to address the annual United Nations General Assembly plenary.

Indian American hopes to make it big in NY polls

Indian American hopes to make it big in NY polls

Rediff.com14 Sep 2010

Indian American Reshma Saujani hopes to become the next United States Congresswoman from New York. It is a difficult race to win the New York primary slated to be held on Tuesday, but she is counting on immigrant power and her Wall Street connections. Aseem Chhabra speaks to the candidate.

Teens to ride 850 miles for cancer research

Teens to ride 850 miles for cancer research

Rediff.com11 Aug 2010

Teenagers Arvind Mahesh and Chris Chan, friends since third grade, will ride 850 miles to raise money for and promote awareness about cancer research.

India must come out of the cocoon: Dalai Lama

India must come out of the cocoon: Dalai Lama

Rediff.com7 May 2009

The Tibetan leader recently completed 50 years in exile in India and took time off from his busy schedule in New York City to thank his host country by connecting with Indians living in the US.

Pitt-Aniston meet angers Jolie

Pitt-Aniston meet angers Jolie

Rediff.com10 Apr 2009

After rumours that Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's relationship had hit a rocky patch, recent reports claim that a date between Pitt and his former wife Jennifer Aniston has rubbed Jolie's wounds again.

Pak a close and important friend: Bush

Pak a close and important friend: Bush

Rediff.com23 Sep 2008

'We can work together, and of course we will be talking about security,' Bush said, adding, 'Your words have been very strong about Pakistan's sovereign right and sovereign duty to protect your country, and the United States wants to help.'

Mike Meyers to Bollywood: I'm your man

Mike Meyers to Bollywood: I'm your man

Rediff.com19 Jun 2008

Mike Myers, the writer and actor in the outrageous comedy The Love Guru, which some Hindus have found to be offensive, wants to star in a Bollywood musical. And he is very serious about it.

First Look: Dr Singh meets Putin

First Look: Dr Singh meets Putin

Rediff.com16 Sep 2005

They met on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly on Thursday.

How Naresh Goyal built Jet Airways

How Naresh Goyal built Jet Airways

Rediff.com24 Jul 2007

Jet Air boss Naresh Goyal wants everyone to try his airline's superior service -- and he wants his breakfast on time.

Musharraf, Bush reaffirm friendship

Musharraf, Bush reaffirm friendship

Rediff.com22 Sep 2004

Bush-PM meet set for Setember 13

Bush-PM meet set for Setember 13

Rediff.com12 Sep 2005

PC pledges to contain inflation

PC pledges to contain inflation

Rediff.com7 Oct 2004

PM meets Bush in New York

PM meets Bush in New York

Rediff.com21 Sep 2004

This is the first meeting between the two leaders.