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New York governor orders residents to wear masks in public

New York governor orders residents to wear masks in public

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

Cuomo said he will issue an executive order requiring all people in New York to wear a mask in public and the order will go into effect on April 17.

Modi's Yoga day event at UN creates Guinness World Record

Modi's Yoga day event at UN creates Guinness World Record

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

The Yoga celebration led by Prime Minister Modi at the UN headquarters created the Guinness World Record for participation of people of most nationalities, officials said.

SEE: Modi does yoga at UN headquarters

SEE: Modi does yoga at UN headquarters

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

The yoga celebration led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the UN headquarters on Wednesday has created a Guinness World Record for the participation of people of most nationalities.

Showcasing Indian talent in New York

Showcasing Indian talent in New York

Rediff.com12 Nov 2009

Check out who came for the opening night of the Ninth Mahindra Indo-American Arts Council Film Festival in New York.

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'Communist China continues to aggressively expand its domain in the Indo-Pacific region.' 'It's crucial for the USA to continue its support in countering these malicious tactics.' 'India, along with other nations in the region, is not alone.'

PIX: Saif, Grand Marshal at India Day Parade, New York

PIX: Saif, Grand Marshal at India Day Parade, New York

Rediff.com20 Aug 2012

Saif Ali Khan will be the grand marshal this weekend at the India Day Parade at New York City's Fifth Avenue.

Spotted: Saif Ali Khan in New York

Spotted: Saif Ali Khan in New York

Rediff.com30 Dec 2012

Reader Sachin Karamchandani sends a photograph.

Bhangra beats for Obama in New York

Bhangra beats for Obama in New York

Rediff.com5 Feb 2008

Seeking to dispel media reports that American-Indians would vote unanimously for Hillary Clinton, a band of staunch Barack Obama supporters get together in New York for an evening of 'Bhangra for Barack'.

How Many Hot Dogs Can You Eat In 10 Minutes?

How Many Hot Dogs Can You Eat In 10 Minutes?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

Glimpses from Nathan's famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest 2023 in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York City, July 3, 2023.

New York allows Sikh transit staff to wear turbans

New York allows Sikh transit staff to wear turbans

Rediff.com31 May 2012

The US Justice Department on Wednesday reached a settlement with the New York City Transit Authority eight years after it had filed a complaint in September 2004 in US District Court for the Eastern District of New York alleging that NYCTA engaged in a pattern of religious discrimination.

New York Post appologises for 'monkey cartoon'

New York Post appologises for 'monkey cartoon'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2009

Caught in a racial row and faced with threats of boycott, the New York Post apologised on Friday over its controversial political cartoon, depicting the drafter of the US economic stimulus package as a chimpanzee, which many believe was a caricature of President Barack Obama.

New York cabbie stabbed for being Muslim

New York cabbie stabbed for being Muslim

Rediff.com26 Aug 2010

A Muslim cab driver,Ahmed H Sharif, was stabbed several times by a New York man after being asked "are you Muslim," according to New York City cops, who arrested 21-year-old Michael Enright on Tuesday.

Salman Rushdie makes first public appearance since attack

Salman Rushdie makes first public appearance since attack

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Salman Rushdie has been honoured with the PEN Centenary Courage Award as the Mumbai-born writer made his first in-person public appearance since being stabbed and severely wounded in a knife attack at a literary event in New York last year.

T20 WC: Festival of cricket kicks off in the Americas

T20 WC: Festival of cricket kicks off in the Americas

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Big test for India, Eng; minnows likely to shake applecart

Inside New York's stunning subway station

Inside New York's stunning subway station

Rediff.com12 Nov 2014

New York raised the curtain on its new $1.4 billion transit station in lower Manhattan on Sunday, a long-awaited connection between the World Trade Center site and the rest of the city more than 13 years after terrorist attacks ravaged the area.

41 pc Sikhs in New York report abuse

41 pc Sikhs in New York report abuse

Rediff.com16 May 2008

A report documenting the constant 'stream of bias and prejudices' against Sikhs, based on surveys of more than 1,000 members of the community in the five boroughs of New York City, was released in the city by the Sikh Coalition earlier this month.

Reliance buys New York's premium luxury hotel Mandarin Oriental for $98.15 mn

Reliance buys New York's premium luxury hotel Mandarin Oriental for $98.15 mn

Rediff.com9 Jan 2022

Mandarin Oriental New York, the premium luxury hotel a subsidiary of Reliance Industries is acquiring, is known for its much-in-demand ballroom, five-star spa and eating and drinking venues, including MO Lounge. Liam Neeson and Lucy Liu are among regular guests. Set up in 2003, 248-rooms-and-suites hotel towering over Central Park is an iconic luxury hotel located at 80 Columbus Circle, directly adjacent to the pristine Central Park and Columbus Circle.

New York: Pioneering subway chief Nagaraja resigns

New York: Pioneering subway chief Nagaraja resigns

Rediff.com25 Feb 2008

Mysore L Nagaraja, who managed mass transit projects costing $20 billion for New York's Metropolitan Transportation Authority, has resigned.

What's Anjali Lama Doing At New York Fashion Week?

What's Anjali Lama Doing At New York Fashion Week?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

Nepali-American designer Prabal Gurung's collection was vibrant, bold and unapologetically feminine.

'My heart dies every time I lose'

'My heart dies every time I lose'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Naomi Osaka has four major titles under her belt but the second round at Flushing Meadows, Wimbledon and Roland Garros was as good as it got this year for the Japanese 26-year-old, who exited the Australian Open in the first round.

T20 World Cup 2024: ICC marks tentative dates; inspects venues

T20 World Cup 2024: ICC marks tentative dates; inspects venues

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

The ICC has tentatively identified the June 4-30 window for the T20 World Cup 2024 to be jointly hosted by the West Indies and the USA.

Thousands protest across US major cities defying curfew

Thousands protest across US major cities defying curfew

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

African-American George Floyd's death on May 25 has sparked civil unrest that has since spread nationwide.

Spotted: Vidya Balan in New York

Spotted: Vidya Balan in New York

Rediff.com9 Sep 2008

Reader Gaurang Sarvaiya sends us a photograph.

'Free Palestine': US airman sets himself afire outside Israeli embassy

'Free Palestine': US airman sets himself afire outside Israeli embassy

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

An active-duty member of the United States Air Force attempted self-immolation and yelled, 'Free Palestine', outside the Israeli Embassy in Washington, DC, on February 25, according to the Air Force and local officials, reported by CNN.

When Mammootty became a suspect in New York

When Mammootty became a suspect in New York

Rediff.com7 May 2009

The Malayalam superstar was briefly detained at JFK airport because of his Muslim-sounding last name.

US billionaires favour New York over other American cities

US billionaires favour New York over other American cities

Rediff.com14 Nov 2013

The United States is home to 515 billionaires with a combined net worth of more than $2 trillion and many favour New York over other American cities to live in, says a report.

'I Was Very Proud Of Ratan Tata'

'I Was Very Proud Of Ratan Tata'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

'...and I was a great admirer of his leadership of Tata Sons.'

New York mayor holds up immigrants as role models

New York mayor holds up immigrants as role models

Rediff.com18 Jan 2008

Michael Bloomberg, who is reportedly considering an independent run at the US presidency, derided xenophobic politicians and said immigration and diversity were good for America

PHOTOS: Thousands celebrate at India Day Parade in New York

PHOTOS: Thousands celebrate at India Day Parade in New York

Rediff.com21 Aug 2017

The 37th India Day Parade organised by the Federation of Indian Associations.

Want To Steal Samantha's Style?

Want To Steal Samantha's Style?

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

The actor's sunglasses double up as her most valuable fashion accessory.

Spotted: Dhoni enjoys quiet dinner at New York restaurant

Spotted: Dhoni enjoys quiet dinner at New York restaurant

Rediff.com12 Jul 2012

India captain MS Dhoni and his wife were spotted at Indian restaurant, Mint in New York on Tuesday.

Lampard begins six-month loan spell at Man City

Lampard begins six-month loan spell at Man City

Rediff.com6 Aug 2014

Former Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard began his loan spell at Premier League champions Manchester City on Wednesday, just two weeks after joining Major League Soccer club New York City FC.

Trump set to face criminal charges, will plead not guilty

Trump set to face criminal charges, will plead not guilty

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

American media quoted Trump's attorneys as saying that the 76-year-old Republican leader, eying the White House for a second time in 2024, will plead not guilty.

'An Actor At The Top Of His Game'

'An Actor At The Top Of His Game'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

'At his wedding with Patralekha, I officiated as the groom's father as Raj has lost both parents, and that's the relationship we share today.'

Brooklyn shooting: NY Police identifies 'person of interest'

Brooklyn shooting: NY Police identifies 'person of interest'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

The police department has a description of the suspect and a person of interest is being sought by police, according to New York Police Department Commissioner Keechant Sewell.

Spotted: Mahesh Bhupathi in New York

Spotted: Mahesh Bhupathi in New York

Rediff.com11 Aug 2008

Reader Sreekanth Nandagiri sent us a picture of Mahesh Bhupathi from the USA.

Spotted: Saroj Khan in New York

Spotted: Saroj Khan in New York

Rediff.com25 Sep 2007

Reader Ritesh Mishra sends us a picture.

Ashwin's Daughters Ace T20 World Cup Quiz

Ashwin's Daughters Ace T20 World Cup Quiz

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin may not be playing the T20 World Cup, but his daughters Akhira and Adhya are proving to be cricket whizzes!

Look: New York's nutty No Pants Subway Ride!

Look: New York's nutty No Pants Subway Ride!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2011

It's a city prank in the Big Apple -- you have to board the subway minus your lower garments!

Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, reveals cancer diagnosis

Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, reveals cancer diagnosis

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

The update from the 42-year-old royal after a "tough couple of months" comes after weeks of speculation over her health and recovery.