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Davis release pushed Clinton to certify Pak help?

Davis release pushed Clinton to certify Pak help?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2011

Just two days after Pakistan released Central Intelligence Agency contractor Rayamond Allen Davis, arrested in a double murder case, United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton signed a certification to the Congress asserting that Islamabad is co-operating with the US in preventing and dismantling terror networks, congressional watchdog has said.

Woods moves up on winners list with AT&T victory

Woods moves up on winners list with AT&T victory

Rediff.com2 Jul 2012

Tiger Woods overtook Jack Nicklaus in second place on the all-time PGA Tour winners list when he captured the AT&T National tournament at the Congressional Country Club on Sunday.

Treatment meted out to Indian diplomat by US 'barbaric': NSA

Treatment meted out to Indian diplomat by US 'barbaric': NSA

Rediff.com17 Dec 2013

Reflecting anger in the government, National Security Adviser Shivshankar Menon on Tuesday termed as "despicable" and "barbaric" the treatment meted out to India's Deputy Consul General Devyani Khobragade in New York.

Cap on US H-1B work visa reached

Cap on US H-1B work visa reached

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services has announced that it has reached the cap on Congressionally mandated 65,000 H-1B work visas, the most sought after by Indian professionals.

Bumpy Road for India with Biden

Bumpy Road for India with Biden

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

'Any normal human being, even if he is the American president, will find it hard, at least in the initial stages, to get over the gnawing feeling that Modi is Trump's man.' 'Modi should not be surprised if India and its requirements are treated as of low priority by Joe Biden,' warns B S Raghavan, the distinguished civil servant.

Biden harboured presidential dreams since childhood

Biden harboured presidential dreams since childhood

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

Third time lucky is an apt phrase to describe the remarkable rise of Joe Biden, a veteran in US politics for around five decades, from being one of the youngest senators in history to the oldest American president-to-be.

US to start accepting H-1B applications from April 1

US to start accepting H-1B applications from April 1

Rediff.com17 Mar 2016

The USCIS said this year it expects to receive more than 65,000 petitions.

US lawmakers back India's ban on Chinese apps

US lawmakers back India's ban on Chinese apps

Rediff.com1 Jul 2020

Some US prominent lawmakers have urged the American government to follow suit as it is believed that the short video-sharing app is a major security risk to the country.

Modi's bhoomi puja speech: A masterpiece!

Modi's bhoomi puja speech: A masterpiece!

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

'His speech at the bhoomi puja will stand out for a long time in the memory of those who listened to it for touching the pinnacle of excellence and brilliance in both style and content,' declares B S Raghavan, the distinguished civil servant.

IMAGES: Five types of militant groups in Pakistan

IMAGES: Five types of militant groups in Pakistan

Rediff.com1 Jun 2011

A United States Congressional report has said that Pakistan is home to a large number of militant outfits, which can be broadly divided into five groups, one of which is specifically targeted against India and Kashmir that gets the maximum support from the establishment.

Lawmakers question rise in H-1B, L1 visas' denial

Lawmakers question rise in H-1B, L1 visas' denial

Rediff.com17 Feb 2012

Officials at a Congressional hearing cited last year's figure of 26 per cent denial to H1B visa applicants, that was the highest in recent years, and also pointed out instances where the visas were denied for flimsy reasons.

'Doubts persist about Pak's commitment to denying terrorists safe harbour'

'Doubts persist about Pak's commitment to denying terrorists safe harbour'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2017

Two influential Congressional sub-committees will hold a joint hearing on Pakistan's commitment in the fight against terrorism

US passes resolution to remember Wisconsin gurdwara victims

US passes resolution to remember Wisconsin gurdwara victims

Rediff.com2 Aug 2013

The United States senate has unanimously passed a resolution remembering victims of the Oak Creek gurdwara shooting on the occasion of the first anniversary of the tragic incident.

'A new high between our nations'

'A new high between our nations'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2015

'There is now a new paradigm and that is also somewhat begrudgingly recognised by China. They are not all that thrilled that we have come to all these agreements.'

US bids farewell to 'gracious' Richard Verma

US bids farewell to 'gracious' Richard Verma

Rediff.com19 Apr 2011

United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton accorded Richard Verma a rousing farewell at the State Department's ornate Thomas Jefferson Room. He exited after more than two years of serving as her principal Congressional affairs advisor in his capacity of assistant secretary of state for legislative affairs.

Desi attorney raises record $1.2 mn for US Congress bid

Desi attorney raises record $1.2 mn for US Congress bid

Rediff.com17 Jan 2012

Indian-American attorney Ro Khanna, who served for two years in a senior position in the Obama administration, has raised a record $1.2 million (around Rs 6.24 crore) in one single quarter for his Congressional bid in 2014.

Obama, congress leaders condemn Mumbai attack

Obama, congress leaders condemn Mumbai attack

Rediff.com14 Jul 2011

United States President Barrack Obama and several Congressional leaders condemned the Mumbai blasts that killed several people.

US: Old vs new in supporting community candidates

US: Old vs new in supporting community candidates

Rediff.com7 Sep 2010

In the interaction that followed the discussion on 'Supporting Our Candidates: Stretching the Indian American Dollar,' former Indian-American Leadership Initiative president Jay Chaudhuri lamented the disconnect between the older and younger Indian-American generations.

McCain wants Modi to address joint US Congress session

McCain wants Modi to address joint US Congress session

Rediff.com27 Jun 2014

Senior Republican Senator John McCain has joined the group of lawmakers urging Congressional leadership to invite India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address a joint session of the United States Congress.

India's closest friend in US not to seek re-election

India's closest friend in US not to seek re-election

Rediff.com16 Mar 2012

New York Democrat Gary Ackerman was arguably considered one of the most cerebral and strategic thinkers on foreign policy. He has been a regular visitor to India and a conspicuous presence at Indian American events and has a daughter-in-law who's Indian American too.

Deadly weapons in dubious hands? Blame China

Deadly weapons in dubious hands? Blame China

Rediff.com16 Jun 2011

By providing nuclear and missile technology to countries like Iran and Pakistan, China is adding to the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, a US Congressional report has said.

Could it be Modi v Rahul in 2014?

Could it be Modi v Rahul in 2014?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2011

Given the prevailing state of flux in the polity, it is early days yet to predict a presidential polarisation of the Modi versus Rahul variety. But it cannot be ruled out, Neerja Chowdhury

Advani's yatra is not to compete with Anna's campaign: BJP

Advani's yatra is not to compete with Anna's campaign: BJP

Rediff.com16 Sep 2011

Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday said L K Advani's proposed rath yatra against corruption should not be seen as a 'competition' to Anna Hazare's anti corruption campaign, but as a 'complementary' action.

California declares October as month for Hindu awareness

California declares October as month for Hindu awareness

Rediff.com26 Jun 2013

It was a historic moment for California's Hindu American community, when the senate floor at the Capitol unanimously passed the resolution on Monday designating October 2013 as Hindu American awareness and appreciation month.

'Pak has no basis for holding up doc who helped nab Osama'

'Pak has no basis for holding up doc who helped nab Osama'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2012

United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has said that there is no basis for Pakistan to hold up Dr Shakeel Afridi, who helped the US in nabbing Osama bin Laden, the al Qaeda leader. "I agree that there is no basis for holding Dr Afridi or any of his staff," Clinton said at a Congressional hearing on Wednesday.

US Congress honours Indian American cardiologist

US Congress honours Indian American cardiologist

Rediff.com28 Feb 2011

A tribute to Indian American cardiologist Dr Rao Musunuru was entered into the Congressional Record during the first session of the 112th United States Congress on January 6, for his extensive community service and medical, scientific, humanitarian, educational and philanthropic contributions, by United States Representative Gus Bilirakis, Florida Republican.

Modi invited to address Capitol Hill via satellite

Modi invited to address Capitol Hill via satellite

Rediff.com9 Nov 2013

The top Republican leadership in the United States has congratulated Narendra Modi on being nominated as the prime ministerial candidate of the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party, and has extended an invitation to address Congressional leaders and Indian Americans via satellite at the Capitol Hill.

McIlroy's US Open trophy with Chinese customs

McIlroy's US Open trophy with Chinese customs

Rediff.com3 Dec 2011

World No. 2 Rory McIlroy's management team are locked in a battle with Chinese customs officials to release the US Open trophy the Northern Irishman won earlier this year so it can be taken to the season-ending Dubai World Championship next week.

Trump signs $350-bn arms deal with Saudi Arabia

Trump signs $350-bn arms deal with Saudi Arabia

Rediff.com21 May 2017

The deal was hailed by the White House as 'a significant expansion of (the) security relationship'.

Primary enemy is Al Qaeda not Taliban, says Panetta

Primary enemy is Al Qaeda not Taliban, says Panetta

Rediff.com16 Feb 2012

United States Defence Secretary Leon Panetta has said that Al Qaeda is the primary enemy of United States in the Af-Pak region and those parts of the Taliban who support Al Qaeda is also American target.

US lawmakers ask Speaker Ryan to discuss violations of religious freedom with PM Modi

US lawmakers ask Speaker Ryan to discuss violations of religious freedom with PM Modi

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

A bipartisan group of US lawmakers has written to House Speaker Paul Ryan, asking him to raise the issue of religious freedom in India during his meeting with PM Modi.

Syrian government should refrain from violence: US

Syrian government should refrain from violence: US

Rediff.com12 May 2011

The United States has condemned the Syrian government's use of violence, saying a security crackdown will not restore stability in the Arab country, as top US lawmakers introduced a Congressional resolution criticising human rights abuses there.

Pak-based terror groups plotting attacks in India: US intel chief

Pak-based terror groups plotting attacks in India: US intel chief

Rediff.com12 May 2017

In South Asia, the intelligence community assesses that the political and security situation in Afghanistan will almost certainly deteriorate through 2018.

Now, Trump plans to build steel barrier on Mexico border

Now, Trump plans to build steel barrier on Mexico border

Rediff.com7 Jan 2019

Trump said the opposition Democrats did not like the option of a concrete wall along the Mexico border, so he has offered them with a steel one. Trump argues that a physical barrier along the US-Mexico border is essential to stop the flow of illegal immigrants into the US.

Google, Apple to testify before Congress on privacy issues

Google, Apple to testify before Congress on privacy issues

Rediff.com29 Apr 2011

The two major American companies agreed to testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee on May 10.

Citizenship law isolates India from world: Ex-NSA

Citizenship law isolates India from world: Ex-NSA

Rediff.com3 Jan 2020

Shivshankar Menon said the government's amendment to the Citizenship Act was a "self-inflicted goal".

For each H-1B visa, US tech firms hire 5 Americans: Nasdaq

For each H-1B visa, US tech firms hire 5 Americans: Nasdaq

Rediff.com29 Jul 2011

Refuting the allegations of United States lawmakers and certain quarters here that H-1B visas take away jobs from Americans, Nasdaq's chief has claimed that studies show that for every H-1B visa, technology companies increase employment by five workers.

Joe Biden names Indian-American Kamala Harris as running mate

Joe Biden names Indian-American Kamala Harris as running mate

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

By naming the 55-year-old lawyer and politician from California as his running mate, Biden made history by selecting the first Black woman to compete on a major party's presidential ticket. If elected she would be the first ever women to be the vice president of the US and the first ever Indian-American and African vice president of the country.

'Post Japan, will India turn to Iran for N-trade?'

'Post Japan, will India turn to Iran for N-trade?'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2011

One of India's closest friends in the United States Congress, Representative Gary Ackerman, New York Democrat, on Tuesday asked Obama administration's point man for South Asia Robert Blake, as to what would happen if after the nuclear disaster in Japan, India may decide to forego the US-India civilian nuclear deal and rely more heavily on Iran for its energy requirements.

US seeks information on Pakistan's potential misuse of F-16s

US seeks information on Pakistan's potential misuse of F-16s

Rediff.com2 Mar 2019

The United States, which is the largest seller of high-tech defence equipment globally, has a strong end-user monitoring agreement, and as a matter of practice takes all allegations of misuse of defence articles very seriously.