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Why Trump's rhetoric scares American desis

Why Trump's rhetoric scares American desis

Rediff.com31 Oct 2016

Indian-Americans are "very concerned" about the rhetoric from Donald Trump who has "poisoned" the political dialogue with his insults to immigrants and women, US House of Representatives contender Raja Krishnamoorthi has said.

Meet the Bin Laughin of comedy!

Meet the Bin Laughin of comedy!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2008

Muslim comedian Azhar Usman describes his act to Arthur J Pais.

When Deepti Bhatnagar fell in love with the Maldives

When Deepti Bhatnagar fell in love with the Maldives

Rediff.com17 Oct 2017

Her selfies are proof she had a fun time!

'Howdy Modi' event in US gets huge response

'Howdy Modi' event in US gets huge response

Rediff.com27 Aug 2019

With more than 50,000 people registering for the Houston event and the numbers expected to climb, the organisers have asked those who may not be able to attend to cancel and so open up slots for the hopeful, and cautioning those coming from afar to book their air tickets soon.

First Indian-born general in the US military passes away

First Indian-born general in the US military passes away

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

General Surindar Bhaskar served as the 17th chief of the US Army Dental Corps.

Around the world with Alia, Katrina, Priyanka...

Around the world with Alia, Katrina, Priyanka...

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

Amazing holiday ideas from Bollywood!

Early exit of Acharya will not roil markets: SBI report

Early exit of Acharya will not roil markets: SBI report

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

The report said that "we believe, institutions are more important than individuals" and ultimately what is important is the credibility and the independence of any institution and nothing else.

India Inc creating jobs for Americans

India Inc creating jobs for Americans

Rediff.com20 Feb 2008

India Inc has couter attacked claims by US presidential candidates about the drain of jobs from US to India.

Spotted: Rafael Nadal at Toronto airport

Spotted: Rafael Nadal at Toronto airport

Rediff.com29 Jul 2008

Reader Geethan Rayan sent us this picture.

We should kick out the RBI governor: Subramanian Swamy

We should kick out the RBI governor: Subramanian Swamy

Rediff.com12 May 2016

'People who come from IMF-World Bank backgrounds have no dynamism at all,' Subramanian Swamy said.

Missing Southern Illinois University student found dead

Missing Southern Illinois University student found dead

Rediff.com28 Feb 2014

Pravin M Varughese, 19, a student of Southern Illinois University, who had been missing for a week, was found dead on February 18.

US nearly runs out of COVID-19 medical supplies: Reports

US nearly runs out of COVID-19 medical supplies: Reports

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

According to a report in the Daily quoting a senior administration official, there was a "tiny slice" of personal protective equipment left over.

Osaka 'a Jesse Owens of Japan' for racial injustice stand

Osaka 'a Jesse Owens of Japan' for racial injustice stand

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

Osaka's focus has been on racial injustice over the last few months, the 23-year-old has long been a symbol for change in Japan.

What India can expect under Joe Biden-Kamala Harris

What India can expect under Joe Biden-Kamala Harris

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

'There will be very strong interest in cooperating with India under any future American administration, but on the margins India will need to be careful not to tip its hand regarding the election.'

US court rejects 26/11 plotter Tahawwur Rana's bail plea

US court rejects 26/11 plotter Tahawwur Rana's bail plea

Rediff.com25 Jul 2020

Describing Rana as a flight risk, the US government opposed his release on bail, arguing that if he were to flee to Canada, he may escape the possibility of a death sentence in India.

Tatas scout for hotels in US

Tatas scout for hotels in US

Rediff.com21 Feb 2008

In spite of the Orient snub, Tatas are still negotiating with them for the hotel takeover as well as scouting other US cities for luxury hotels.

Two men stopped from boarding flight in US for speaking Arabic

Two men stopped from boarding flight in US for speaking Arabic

Rediff.com21 Nov 2015

Two Palestinian-origin men were stopped from boarding a flight back home in the United States because a fellow passenger was scared to fly with them for speaking in Arabic, an incident showing public paranoia after the Paris attacks.

Boxer Lakra qualifies for 2008 Olympics

Boxer Lakra qualifies for 2008 Olympics

Rediff.com31 Oct 2007

He became the first Indian pugilist to qualify for next year's Beijing Olympics after he defeated European silver medallist Shahin Imranov to advance to the quarter-finals of the World Boxing Championships in Chicago.

In pix: An Indian family that inspires pilots

In pix: An Indian family that inspires pilots

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

Since 1954, the Bhasins have collectively flown every aircraft in India.

OMG! These images are simply BRILLIANT

OMG! These images are simply BRILLIANT

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

All the action from around the world last week, in case you missed it.

15 best buildings of 2013

15 best buildings of 2013

Rediff.com13 Dec 2013

Upcoming Bollywood Museum in Mumbai is among the projects that have won awards for best architecture in 2013.

How to choose your MBA programme

How to choose your MBA programme

Rediff.com9 Jul 2007

Karan Gupta details the various MBA options available to students. To find the best programme, he says, 'start with self-analysis.'

Controversial NRI linked to Illinois Governor

Controversial NRI linked to Illinois Governor

Rediff.com15 Mar 2007

Mahajan's wife Anita was arrested last week on charges of overbilling millions of dollars on her state contract to provide drug screenings to clients of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.

Kanye West: Rapper who could be US president?

Kanye West: Rapper who could be US president?

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

Hip hop artist-producer Kanye West took to Twitter on Saturday to announce he would be running for president of the United States, in the elections slated to take place in November.

Jet seeks to 'enhance presence' in US market

Jet seeks to 'enhance presence' in US market

Rediff.com12 Apr 2015

would also take on board its strategic investment partner Etihad

Spotted! Ratan Tata in New York

Spotted! Ratan Tata in New York

Rediff.com10 Sep 2007

Readers Varun Parthasarathy sent us this image from Chicago.

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.

What Headley is telling the court on Day 5

What Headley is telling the court on Day 5

Rediff.com13 Feb 2016

Here are the revelations made by Headley so far in the deposition

Boxing: Lakra loses in World Championship quarters

Boxing: Lakra loses in World Championship quarters

Rediff.com2 Nov 2007

Lakra, who has earned a berth for Beijing Olympics, lost 6-17 to Asian bronze medallist Yang Li in the feather weight category at the University of Chicago's UIC Pavillion on Friday.

Here's the LONG list of everyone, and everything Trump has insulted

Here's the LONG list of everyone, and everything Trump has insulted

Rediff.com25 Oct 2016

Indian-American governors Bobby Jindal and Nikki Haley, as well as an Indian-origin scribe were among those on the receiving end of Donald Trump's barbs on social media, according to a New York Times compilation of people, places and things the Republican has insulted since declaring his bid for presidency.

All about binary futures contracts

All about binary futures contracts

Rediff.com12 Apr 2007

Unlike the general futures contracts, a buyer/seller of the Binary Event Futures takes a 'yes' or a 'no' position

Bhagwan advances at World Championship

Bhagwan advances at World Championship

Rediff.com29 Oct 2007

Jai Bhagwan became the third Indian to come within one victory of Olympic qualification by advancing to the pre-quarterfinals of the World Boxing Championship.

Coronavirus may have mutated, potentially evolving: Study

Coronavirus may have mutated, potentially evolving: Study

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

'Wearing masks, washing our hands, all those things are barriers to transmissibility, or contagion, but as the virus becomes more contagious it statistically is better at getting around those barriers'

Headley to reveal 26/11 planning to Mumbai court tomorrow

Headley to reveal 26/11 planning to Mumbai court tomorrow

Rediff.com7 Feb 2016

Headley, 55, was pardoned on December 10 and made an approver by additional sessions judge G A Sanap who presides over special cases related to terrorism, including those under the now repealed Terrorists and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act.

Jet ties up with American Airlines

Jet ties up with American Airlines

Rediff.com1 Dec 2006

Jet Airways has entered into a special code sharing agreement with the world's largest carrier American Airlines for India-US flights.

Is Mathew Martoma's conviction justified?

Is Mathew Martoma's conviction justified?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2014

Mathew Martoma helped SAC reap more than $275 million profit.

'Modi is a master of this kind of political theatre'

'Modi is a master of this kind of political theatre'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2019

'I give Modi full credit, for brilliantly using his personal diplomacy, his personal stature, to accomplish his goals...'

'It's been an honour to serve you, I won't stop': Obama's parting words

'It's been an honour to serve you, I won't stop': Obama's parting words

Rediff.com11 Jan 2017

United States President Obama said farewell to a nation he helped transform during his eight years in the White House. In front of thousands in his adoptive home town of Chicago, Barack Obama gave a rousing speech in which he asked citizens to be optimistic and hopeful of the American future. Here are highlights from the speech.

'Mahesh Babu was my inspiration'

'Mahesh Babu was my inspiration'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2014

Krishna Madhav, who has just entered the Telugu film industry, is a relative of superstar Mahesh Babu.

US Open PIX: Djokovic fights back to enter semis; Sakkari, Raducanu advance

US Open PIX: Djokovic fights back to enter semis; Sakkari, Raducanu advance

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Images from Day 10 of the 2021 US Open in New York on Thursday.