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Electoral College votes Joe Biden as next US President

Electoral College votes Joe Biden as next US President

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

The development brings to an end the legal battle unleashed by President Donald Trump against the elections, which he lost both in terms of the popular vote as well as the majority in the 538-member electoral college.

Pak asks India, Afghan to clear stand on Hagel's remarks

Pak asks India, Afghan to clear stand on Hagel's remarks

Rediff.com27 Feb 2013

Pakistan Interior Minister Rehman Malik on Wednesday asked India and Afghanistan to make their positions clear on the alleged remarks by Chuck Hagel, the newly appointed United States Defence Secretary, that New Delhi has over the years "financed problems" for Islamabad in the war-torn country.

India has sponsored terror attacks against Pak: Hagel

India has sponsored terror attacks against Pak: Hagel

Rediff.com26 Feb 2013

United States Secretary of Defence nominee Chuck Hagel had suggested in a previously unreleased speech that India has 'for many years been using Afghanistan to fight a proxy war against Pakistan by sponsoring terror attacks inside it'.

Why Indian Grand Prix is important for Formula One

Why Indian Grand Prix is important for Formula One

Rediff.com3 Aug 2013

India-born Monisha Kaltenborn, the first ever woman team principal of a Formula One team, said it is sad that Indian Grand Prix would not be part of the 2014 calender since it is a "great event".

We are worried over Hagel's nomination: Israeli leader

We are worried over Hagel's nomination: Israeli leader

Rediff.com8 Jan 2013

The nomination of Chuck Hagel as the next United States secretary of defence was a 'cause for concern' for Israel, with a top leader saying, 'we are worried' because of the ex-Republican Senator's stance toward the Jewish nation.

Cook hopes time can mend relationship with Pietersen

Cook hopes time can mend relationship with Pietersen

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Retiring England batsman Alastair Cook hopes that his strained relationship with former team mate Kevin Pietersen can improve over time even though the pair have not spoken in four years.

Trump walks out of shutdown talks after Democrats reject his demand

Trump walks out of shutdown talks after Democrats reject his demand

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

Just left a meeting with Chuck and Nancy, a total waste of time, Trump tweeted later.

Trump lawyers call impeachment trial unconstitutional

Trump lawyers call impeachment trial unconstitutional

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

The provisions do not apply to Trump, "since he is no longer 'President,'" his lawyers say.

US Senate passes bill to avoid shutdown

US Senate passes bill to avoid shutdown

Rediff.com20 Dec 2018

The House of Representatives needs to pass similar bill to avoid a government shutdown this weekend. House, in which the Republicans currently has a majority, is expected to pass the bill, but unlikely to include funding for the border wall.

Trump nominates Mark Esper to be new defence secretary

Trump nominates Mark Esper to be new defence secretary

Rediff.com22 Jun 2019

The nomination of Esper, who is currently serving as the Secretary of the army and previously served as a vice president for government relations at the Raytheon Company, comes days after Patrick Shanahan withdrew his nomination from the top Pentagon position.

Of broken hearts and folded hands

Of broken hearts and folded hands

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

Although Kamini has only studied till class five, she quickly got the hang of sending audio messages before her life turned upside down.

Want to be a star? Tips from Tiger

Want to be a star? Tips from Tiger

Rediff.com29 Mar 2018

Life lessons from Bollywood's Last Action Hero.

Excerpt: Shocking culture of the casting couch

Excerpt: Shocking culture of the casting couch

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

We bring you an exclusive excerpt from Neeta Shah's debut novel -- Bollywood Striptease.

Rahul asks Cong leaders to gear up for 2014 LS poll

Rahul asks Cong leaders to gear up for 2014 LS poll

Rediff.com25 Sep 2012

Asking local-level party leaders to gear up for the 2014 general elections, AICC General Secretary Rahul Gandhi said those who had lost three Lok Sabha and Assembly polls during their political career should opt out of the race voluntarily to give others a chance.

US govt puts bill to ease green cards on hold

US govt puts bill to ease green cards on hold

Rediff.com7 Dec 2011

The bill, the 'Fairness for High-Skilled Immigrants Act' (HR 3012), which sailed through the US House of Representatives last week on a 389 to 15 vote, had been sent to the Senate for consideration.

In PHOTOS: World's costliest crash

In PHOTOS: World's costliest crash

Rediff.com6 Dec 2011

Supercars ranging from Ferrari to Lamborghini ended up in a crumbled heap, in Japan's worst-ever traffic pile up in which SUVs worth up to $4 million turned to trash.

Violence never wins, says US Vice President Pence

Violence never wins, says US Vice President Pence

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

'To those who wreaked havoc in our Capitol today, You did not win. Violence never wins. Freedom wins. And this is still the people's house.'

India will soon bid goodbye to these 7 cars

India will soon bid goodbye to these 7 cars

Rediff.com23 Aug 2012

'Survival of the fittest' is the mantra here; if a car fails to impress customers, it is either chucked out or given a makeover.

Football Briefs: Alves ends speculation, joins PSG

Football Briefs: Alves ends speculation, joins PSG

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field on Thursday

Trump impeachment trial opens with clash over witnesses

Trump impeachment trial opens with clash over witnesses

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

In a 228-193 vote, which was mainly on party lines, the House had appointed seven impeachment managers to argue Democrats' case for removing Trump from the office.

FIFA to investigate Warner, Hammam

FIFA to investigate Warner, Hammam

Rediff.com25 May 2011

FIFA is to open an investigation into a possible breach of its ethics code by presidential candidate Mohamed Bin Hammam and executive committee member Jack Warner, football's ruling body said on Wednesday.

Chennai-born Dhivya S is GM's first female CFO

Chennai-born Dhivya S is GM's first female CFO

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

GM will join a very short list of S&P 500 companies, including Hershey Co and American Water Works Co, with women serving as CEO and CFO.

Looking at Hollywood Actors Who Quit Acting

Looking at Hollywood Actors Who Quit Acting

Rediff.com20 Jun 2012

Charlie Sheen recently stated that his new show Anger Management would be his 'swan song' and he's done with acting.

Ex-FIFA official Blazer's 2013 plea agreement made public

Ex-FIFA official Blazer's 2013 plea agreement made public

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

US prosecutors on Monday made public their 2013 plea agreement with Chuck Blazer, revealing that the former FIFA executive committee member had been secretly providing authorities information for nearly two years before he admitted guilt.

ISI knew about Osama's Pak hideout, claims book

ISI knew about Osama's Pak hideout, claims book

Rediff.com8 Nov 2011

Pakistan's Inter Services Intelligence was aware of Al Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden's hideout in Abbottabad and the spy agency officials also provided protection and safe houses to his then deputy Ayman al-Zawahiri, according to a new book.

Box Office: RAW scores an average

Box Office: RAW scores an average

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

The hits and misses of the week.

Box Office: Junglee is average, Notebook flops

Box Office: Junglee is average, Notebook flops

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

The hits and misses of the week.

'It is not uncommon for rivals to work together '

'It is not uncommon for rivals to work together '

Rediff.com30 Mar 2012

We will utilise India as a creative resource for all our offices around the world, says Chuck Brymer, President and CEO, DDB Worldwide.

From Lincoln to Trump: A look at inaugurations past

From Lincoln to Trump: A look at inaugurations past

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

From when James Buchanan was sworn in in 1857 to Donald Trump in 2017.

Controversial Hair questions Harbhajan's action in new book

Controversial Hair questions Harbhajan's action in new book

Rediff.com24 Aug 2011

Former Australian umpire Darrell Hair, who triggered a storm by accusing Sri Lankan off-spinner Muttiah Muralitharan of chucking 16 years ago, says Indian tweaker Harbhajan Singh is also among the bowlers with "highly suspicious action".

Aurangzeb's time and ours

Aurangzeb's time and ours

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

The emperor's appetite for enlarging his realm translated into a fetish for raising taxes, despite the simplicity of his personal lifestyle, points out Devangshu Datta.

Aus Tour diary: Of couple capers and press brief lessons

Aus Tour diary: Of couple capers and press brief lessons

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

Handling the spotlight and the probing questions from the fourth estate can be difficult for first-time international players and Cricket Australia prefers not to leave anything to chance.

2 top US senators ask Blinken to raise farmers' issue with India

2 top US senators ask Blinken to raise farmers' issue with India

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

Schumer and Menendez said the months-long demonstrations have been met with orders from the central government and local authorities to shut off internet access in protest areas, cut off water and electricity supplies for the tens of thousands living in protest camps, and impede the work of journalists reporting on the protests.

Iraq, Indo-US ties figure on Modi's talks with US Defence Secretary

Iraq, Indo-US ties figure on Modi's talks with US Defence Secretary

Rediff.com8 Aug 2014

Voicing concern over the deteriorating situation in Iraq, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said he looked forward to his summit meeting with US President Barack Obama to discuss how India and the US can build a partnership for peace, stability and prosperity in the world.

'Australians cannot play like pussycats against Kohli'

'Australians cannot play like pussycats against Kohli'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2018

Australian players cannot be 'pussycats' while dealing with Virat Kohli during the series against India and they must get under the skin of the world's premier batsman, feels former captain Kim Hughes.

Probe Infy for 'flouting visa norms': US lawmaker

Probe Infy for 'flouting visa norms': US lawmaker

Rediff.com15 Apr 2011

Senator Chuck Grassley on Thursday wrote to the Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton and Homeland Security Secretary, Janet Napolitano, seeking investigation into B-1 visa programme, used by companies to hire foreign workers, not subject to the cap and the prevailing wage requirements of the H1-B programme.

Box Office: Blank, Setters flop

Box Office: Blank, Setters flop

Rediff.com7 May 2019

The hits and misses of the week.

5 Venice tourist sites submerged owing to floods

5 Venice tourist sites submerged owing to floods

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

Venice has experienced some of the worst flooding in its history this week, with flood levels of over six feet submerging the city's most revered and trafficked historical sites. More than 80 per cent of the city, a UNESCO world heritage site, was under water when tides hit their highest, leading Mayor Luigi Brugnaro to declare a state of emergency. Images show roads and famous attractions submerged in floodwaters. Here are some of the famous landmarks and tourist favourites that have been affected by the high tides during the current flood:

He set up India's first 'Green Garage'

He set up India's first 'Green Garage'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2010

A story of how Raghav Rangarajan chased his dream and became an entrepreneur.

Charlie Sheen sacked from Two And A Half Men show

Charlie Sheen sacked from Two And A Half Men show

Rediff.com8 Mar 2011

The show was cancelled after the actor's recent radio rant against creator Chuck Lorre.