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Romney's campaign lays groundwork for transition team

Romney's campaign lays groundwork for transition team

Rediff.com5 Nov 2012

Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney's campaign team has quietly been preparing itself for the transition to presidency if he manages to defeat incumbent Barack Obama.

Zimbabwe edge out West Indies to reach tri-series final

Zimbabwe edge out West Indies to reach tri-series final

Rediff.com25 Nov 2016

Zimbabwe beat the West Indies by five runs on the Duckworth-Lewis method in Bulawayo on Friday to book a place in Sunday's final of the triangular one-day international tournament against Sri Lanka.

From US with love: Pak to receive $688 million

From US with love: Pak to receive $688 million

Rediff.com19 Dec 2012

The Pentagon has notified the Congress about its decision to reimburse $688 million to Pakistan, under Coalition Support Fund (CSF), which is cost of providing support for some 140,000 troops stationed at the Afghan-Pak border.

'US' rebalancing strategy not aimed at containing China'

'US' rebalancing strategy not aimed at containing China'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2013

The United States is working with India to deepen defence co-operation as part of its new rebalancing strategy in Asia which is not aimed at containing China, a top Pentagon official has said.

How Mattis resignation will affect India

How Mattis resignation will affect India

Rediff.com22 Dec 2018

General Mattis has been the most steadfast champion in Trump's cabinet of the US-India defence relationship. If Trump chooses a more pliable successor, the Pentagon's attention could go off India.

Indian-American's lawsuit against Preet Bharara dismissed

Indian-American's lawsuit against Preet Bharara dismissed

Rediff.com8 Sep 2012

A United States court in New York has dismissed a lawsuit filed by an Indian-origin law student against Manhattan's top federal prosecutor Preet Bharara and the justice department for unlawfully questioning her and seizing the phone during Rajat Gupta's insider trading trial.

Modi-Trump Summit: Truly historic step is unlikely

Modi-Trump Summit: Truly historic step is unlikely

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

At no other time has a single meeting of the leaders of two democracies been so critical and hazardous.

US-India ties: A sagging 'strategic partnership'

US-India ties: A sagging 'strategic partnership'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2012

Even as the prime minister's office and the foreign ministry deepen ties with Washington, the defence ministry cold-shoulders the Pentagon, notes Ajai Shukla.

Photographs: Rajesh Khanna's last journey

Photographs: Rajesh Khanna's last journey

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

Fans along with the film fraternity turned up to pay their last respects to the superstar.

Obama most incompetent US prez, slams Bobby Jindal

Obama most incompetent US prez, slams Bobby Jindal

Rediff.com17 Jul 2012

Louisiana's Indian-American governor Bobby Jindal has trashed Barack Obama, saying the US President was the "most liberal and incompetent president since Jimmy Carter".

All CPL players, officials, support staff COVID-19 negative

All CPL players, officials, support staff COVID-19 negative

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

Every person was tested 72 hours before they travelled in order to ensure that all members of the party were travelling virus free.

Why South Block should stop behaving like a yokel at a country fair

Why South Block should stop behaving like a yokel at a country fair

Rediff.com20 Jan 2015

India must present its demands of America confidently, instead of fearing that its pocket will somehow be picked, says Ajai Shukla.

Victoria Bushrangers

Victoria Bushrangers

Rediff.com8 Sep 2010

The Victoria Bushrangers team for the Champions League T20, which kicks-off in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Friday, September 10.

Post-debate, Romney is very much in the fight

Post-debate, Romney is very much in the fight

Rediff.com4 Oct 2012

Mitt Romney came to the first debate with the image of a potential loser in the elections. He managed to have this perception of himself changed and left the debate with the image of a candidate who might repeat the challenges of Ronald Reagan to Jimmy Carter in 1980 and Bill Clinton to George Bush Sr in 1992, says B Raman

Bush most unpopular living US president: Poll

Bush most unpopular living US president: Poll

Rediff.com8 Jun 2012

Just 43 per cent of people questioned said they have a favorable opinion of Bush, while 54 per cent said they view him unfavourably, according to the poll by CNN.

Top Pentagon official apologises for Quran burning

Top Pentagon official apologises for Quran burning

Rediff.com22 Feb 2012

A high-ranking Pentagon official on apologised to the Afghan leadership for the burning of the Quran by United States military personnel and also discussed the reconciliation process in the war-torn country.

Chelsea's Terry denies racism charges

Chelsea's Terry denies racism charges

Rediff.com1 Feb 2012

Chelsea and England soccer captain John Terry pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to a charge of racially abusing opponent Anton Ferdinand during a Premier League match in October.

Anita Advani: Rajesh Khanna's last love?

Anita Advani: Rajesh Khanna's last love?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2012

Rajesh Khanna's friend and live-in partner of eight years, Anita Advani talks about the late superstar.

'Probe will reveal what led to fishermen killing'

'Probe will reveal what led to fishermen killing'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2012

Regretting the killing of an Indian fisherman allegedly by US Navy personnel off the Dubai coast earlier this month, the United States said two parallel investigations have been ordered into the incident and reasons for it will be known only when these are complete.

US Senators for closer defence ties with India

US Senators for closer defence ties with India

Rediff.com21 Jul 2012

Top American Senators have asked Pentagon to develop a closer defence relationship with India, while emphasising that it is in the interest of both the US and India to continue building a strategic and military culture of cooperation between the two countries.

'We need to bat another two sessions or more'

'We need to bat another two sessions or more'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2014

Crediting Brendon McCullum and B J Watling for their spirited batting in the ongoing third Test against India, New Zealand's assistant coach Bob Carter said that they still have a challenge ahead.

John Glenn, first American to orbit the earth, dies at 95

John Glenn, first American to orbit the earth, dies at 95

Rediff.com9 Dec 2016

He was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the country's highest civilian honour, in 2012.

How Fidel dealt with 11 US Presidents

How Fidel dealt with 11 US Presidents

Rediff.com26 Nov 2016

Although the US was among the first to formally recognise his government in 1959, it began working to oust him as Fidel moved into the Soviet bloc.

Brad Pitt-Jennifer share a moment at SAG awards

Brad Pitt-Jennifer share a moment at SAG awards

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

Parasite created history at the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) awards as the South Korean class drama went on to become the first foreign language film to pick up the top prize of the Best Motion Picture cast award.

PHOTOS: Third gold for Bolt as Jamaica win 4x100 with WR

PHOTOS: Third gold for Bolt as Jamaica win 4x100 with WR

Rediff.com12 Aug 2012

Usain Bolt gets 3rd gold of London Olympics as Jamaica wins 4x100, sets world record.

PHOTOS: Thousands tune in for the royal wedding

PHOTOS: Thousands tune in for the royal wedding

Rediff.com19 May 2018

Thousands of revellers streamed into the town of Windsor, trying to capture their own little piece of the extravaganza that is the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on Saturday. Well-wishers flew in from all over the world to get a glimpse of the bride and groom. Some enthusiasts even camped out for six days to get a prime spot to view the newlyweds.

India series: No Gayle, Bravo in Windies team

India series: No Gayle, Bravo in Windies team

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

The West Indies named an unchanged 13-man squad which played a 1-1 draw against Afghanistan early this month.

Pollard back in Windies squad for triangular series

Pollard back in Windies squad for triangular series

Rediff.com19 May 2016

Kieron Pollard was recalled to the West Indies squad announced on Wednesday for next month's triangular One-day series against Australia and South Africa.

Can this squad help the Windies to an automatic spot in 2019 WC?

Can this squad help the Windies to an automatic spot in 2019 WC?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2017

Windies name unchanged squad for first two ODIs vs India. The Caribbs, who are standing at the ninth spot in the ODI rankings, failed to gain any point from the drawn series against Afghanistan.

The Hunger Games poised to surpass Twilight series?

The Hunger Games poised to surpass Twilight series?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2012

The Hunger Games is creating al the right buzz ahead of its US release.

NBA: Mavericks sell Fernandez, Brewers to Nuggets

NBA: Mavericks sell Fernandez, Brewers to Nuggets

Rediff.com14 Dec 2011

The NBA champion Dallas Mavericks continued their roster changes on Tuesday by trading away Spanish guard Rudy Fernandez and forward Corey Brewer to the Denver Nuggets.

PIX: People's Most Beautiful Women In The World

PIX: People's Most Beautiful Women In The World

Rediff.com26 Apr 2012

Beyonce pips Modern Family's hot Latina Sofia Vergara to claim the top spot.

The Power Rush

The Power Rush

Rediff.com4 Feb 2017

Like Mr Trump, says Kanika Datta, politics tempts many businessmen.

The 'Blue' files. It's not what you think!

The 'Blue' files. It's not what you think!

Rediff.com10 Jan 2012

Parents seem to love the name Blue!

Bolt skips training camp ahead of world championships

Bolt skips training camp ahead of world championships

Rediff.com16 Aug 2015

Six-times Olympic gold medallist Usain Bolt will miss Jamaica's training camp in Japan before the world athletics championships in Beijing later this month, the manager of the Caribbean island's delegation said.

When wives double up as muses for filmmaker hubbies

When wives double up as muses for filmmaker hubbies

Rediff.com10 Jun 2011

Here's looking at the illustrious list of directors who cast their wives in their films.

Lorax, Project X score big in the US

Lorax, Project X score big in the US

Rediff.com5 Mar 2012

Here's a look at the US box office.

PM Modi the 'most tweeted about world leader' after Trump

PM Modi the 'most tweeted about world leader' after Trump

Rediff.com6 Dec 2017

Other world leaders to figure in the top 10 list are Nicolas Maduro from Venezuela, Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey, Emmanuel Macron from France, Enrique Pena Nieto from Mexico, Mauricip Macri of Argentina, Britain's Theresa May, Columbia's Juan Manuel Santos and Akun resmi Joko Widodo of Indonesia.

EPL PIX: Liverpool, Chelsea secure UCL spot, Arsenal miss out

EPL PIX: Liverpool, Chelsea secure UCL spot, Arsenal miss out

Rediff.com24 May 2021

Images from English Premier League matches played on Sunday.

55 years later, a beloved classic gets a sequel!

55 years later, a beloved classic gets a sequel!

Rediff.com4 Feb 2015

Harper Lee to publish sequel to To Kill a Mockingbird more than five decades after it was first published.