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Should you chase stocks or sit still? Find out...

Should you chase stocks or sit still? Find out...

Rediff.com12 Jun 2013

Investors chase active managers or pick stocks themselves, usually buying and selling at the wrong times.

PICS: Aamir Khan turns biker in <I>Dhoom 3</I>

PICS: Aamir Khan turns biker in Dhoom 3

Rediff.com23 Aug 2012

Aamir Khan was spotted on the BMW K1300R shooting for the latest edition of Dhoom

Now trade in carbon emissions

Now trade in carbon emissions

Rediff.com21 Sep 2005

Muslim man removed from flight because he made attendant 'uncomfortable'

Muslim man removed from flight because he made attendant 'uncomfortable'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

According to federal law, airlines are prohibited from discriminating against passengers based on religion, ancestry and national origin, among other criteria.

One more time, Oprah!

One more time, Oprah!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2009

Celebrating the 24th season of The Oprah Winfrey Show.

PIX: Bigg Boss's Shonali Nagrani's Maldives holiday

PIX: Bigg Boss's Shonali Nagrani's Maldives holiday

Rediff.com14 Aug 2017

The TV presenter had a great time there!

India seeks access to Rana, Headley from US

India seeks access to Rana, Headley from US

Rediff.com22 May 2013

India has sought access from the United States to the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack convict David Headley and his accomplice Tahawwur Rana -- both of whom were sentenced by a Chicago court after being found guilty of terrorism charges.

Michael Jordan's 'flu game' sneakers auctioned off for record amount

Michael Jordan's 'flu game' sneakers auctioned off for record amount

Rediff.com13 Dec 2013

A pair of autographed shoes worn by basketball star Michael Jordan in the famous 1997 'flu game' during the NBA finals sold at auction on Thursday for a record-breaking $104,765.

It's the GDP, stupid

It's the GDP, stupid

Rediff.com17 Sep 2013

'India should exit Hubristan and stop patting itself on its back for 5 years of rapid growth, and all the Rolls Royces, BMWs and private jets owned by its billionaires, and instead focus on the urgently needed reforms to get GDP growth back in the 7 to 8 pc range and higher,' says Ram Kelkar.

The Gandhi march is an astonishing sight

The Gandhi march is an astonishing sight

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

With a staff in one hand and the other on his granddaughter's shoulder, the old man briskly takes the lead as the sun breaks over the horizon.

Fed officials lay case for December liftoff

Fed officials lay case for December liftoff

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

The US dollar has risen about 15 per cent since mid-2015.

PHOTOS: This GIANT wildfire, seen from space, rages 10 days on

PHOTOS: This GIANT wildfire, seen from space, rages 10 days on

Rediff.com28 Aug 2013

For over 10 days now, 3,700 firefighters have been battling the massive wildfire near California's Yosemite National Park. The Rim Fire has scorched 134,000 acres, an area approximately the size of Chicago. The fire continues to grow in size, but firemen claim to have been making progress. As of now, 20 per cent of it has been contained. So huge is the fire that NASA astronaut Karen Nyberg is keeping track of it from outer space. A look at the biggest wildfire on record in California's history, in pictures.

Major US cities on alert after Boston blasts

Major US cities on alert after Boston blasts

Rediff.com16 Apr 2013

Several mega cities in the US, including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and Washington, have been put on alert after two explosions in Boston.

AI to cut international travel fares to counter competition from Jet-Etihad

AI to cut international travel fares to counter competition from Jet-Etihad

Rediff.com25 Jun 2013

In the India-US sector, for instance, Air India operates 15 stopover flights between Mumbai and Chicago, and Mumbai and New York

Indian Americans students to intern at Capitol Hill

Indian Americans students to intern at Capitol Hill

Rediff.com30 Jan 2013

A Chicago-based Indian American organisation has announced a Capitol Hill internship programme for two students of Indian origin, which will give them an opportunity to work with the United States lawmakers for eight weeks.

'Gita is one of the world's outstanding economists'

'Gita is one of the world's outstanding economists'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2018

Although the first woman to hold the position of chief economist at IMF, it would be wrong to see her appointment through the lens of gender

United States rules out extradition for Headley

United States rules out extradition for Headley

Rediff.com23 Jan 2013

The United States has ruled out any extradition for the American born Lashkar-e-Tayiba terrorist David Headley, in lieu of providing critical information to the United States agencies about various other terror outfits.

Kamala Harris, the perfect foil for Biden

Kamala Harris, the perfect foil for Biden

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

'There is room for cautious optimism following the Harris anointment that America will return this year to more normal politics after the aberration of the Trump presidency,' points out Shreekant Sambrani.

We've come a long way, baby

We've come a long way, baby

Rediff.com31 Jul 2013

Jeopardy! Champion of Champions Vijay Balse reflects on how far the Indian-American community has come since his days as a grad student nearly 30 years ago.

Apollo clinics go global

Apollo clinics go global

Rediff.com12 Mar 2005

FIRST LOOK: Aamir Khan with Kiran and son Azad

FIRST LOOK: Aamir Khan with Kiran and son Azad

Rediff.com7 Aug 2012

The actor flew to Chicago to start shooting for Dhoom 3.

Caparo plans new plants in MP

Caparo plans new plants in MP

Rediff.com27 Sep 2005

After signing a MoU with NRI industrialist Lord Swraj Paul's Caparo group for setting up new manufacturing facilities in Madhya Pradesh at an estimated cost of Rs 80 crore.

Why Akhilesh's road show in US is in limbo

Why Akhilesh's road show in US is in limbo

Rediff.com2 May 2013

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav's proposed visit to the US in July to boost investment chances in the state now appears to be in limbo with his Samajwadi party taking a belligerent anti-US stand.

Satya Nadella on the biggest challenge world economy is facing

Satya Nadella on the biggest challenge world economy is facing

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

This next phase of globalisation needs to deliver economic growth so that it is equitable: Nadella.

Kareena, Ash, Katrina: Bollywood travels in style

Kareena, Ash, Katrina: Bollywood travels in style

Rediff.com17 Apr 2013

Here's looking at some cool airport fashion.

A 'Trump-Clinton' fight in Japan

A 'Trump-Clinton' fight in Japan

Rediff.com27 Oct 2016

A burger joint in Tokyo is trying to cash-in on the big fight between Democratic Hilary Clinton and Republican Donald Trump.

Boeing forecast assumes little impact from 787 woes

Boeing forecast assumes little impact from 787 woes

Rediff.com31 Jan 2013

Boeing sticks with lithium-ion battery despite issues.

Indian-American named VC of Illinois University

Indian-American named VC of Illinois University

Rediff.com19 Jun 2012

A distinguished Indian-American academician has been appointed as vice chancellor for research at the prestigious University of Illinois, Chicago.

'For all Roger Ebert has done for cinema: Two thumbs up'

'For all Roger Ebert has done for cinema: Two thumbs up'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2013

Bollywood stars pay tribute to the renowned late film critic, who reviewed over 10,000 films in his career spanning over 40 years.

All Indian-American lawmakers get key US Congressional panels

All Indian-American lawmakers get key US Congressional panels

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

This is the highest number of Indian-Americans in the history of the US Congress.

Those who clean India have first right to chant Vande Mataram: PM

Those who clean India have first right to chant Vande Mataram: PM

Rediff.com11 Sep 2017

'We chew paan and spit it out on Mother India and then chant Vande Mataram. Throw garbage and then chant Vande Mataram... , the PM said.

NBA: Miami's 27-game win run ends

NBA: Miami's 27-game win run ends

Rediff.com28 Mar 2013

Miami Heat's 27-game winning streak in the National Basketball Association ended on Wednesday when they were beaten by the Chicago Bulls.

Family drama, mystery, over lottery winner's death

Family drama, mystery, over lottery winner's death

Rediff.com18 Jan 2013

Recent revelations have put the spotlight on the intriguing life of Indian-American businessman Urooj Ahmad Khan, who died of cyanide poisoning the day after winning a million dollars. Arthur J Pais reports.

Basketball, dinner and more on Election Day

Basketball, dinner and more on Election Day

Rediff.com6 Nov 2012

United States President Barack Obama will spend the Election Day in his hometown of Chicago, playing basketball with friends and giving a dozen satellite interviews in several battleground states.

Abu Dhabi to be Jet's hub after deal with Etihad

Abu Dhabi to be Jet's hub after deal with Etihad

Rediff.com12 Sep 2013

The move is likely to impact Jet's operations out of Belgium and India.

Phantom vs Phantom on screen, stage

Phantom vs Phantom on screen, stage

Rediff.com21 Jan 2005

Patang beats Kahaani, Vicky Donor in New York

Patang beats Kahaani, Vicky Donor in New York

Rediff.com27 Oct 2012

The awards were given by the South Asian International Film Festival (SAIFF) which is holding its ninth edition running through October 31.

'Get your knee off our necks!': Americans remember Floyd

'Get your knee off our necks!': Americans remember Floyd

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

Floyd's death has triggered nationwide violent protests with a section of the protesters resorting to looting and rioting across the country, leaving behind a trail of destruction.

More direct AI flights to US

More direct AI flights to US

Rediff.com3 Sep 2005

Air-India is planning to operate direct flights from Southern India to New York and Chicago, via Frankfurt and Paris, to boost the west bound traffic from the region, a senior AI official has said.