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'If Modi sticks to winning formula, he could be PM for long time'

'If Modi sticks to winning formula, he could be PM for long time'

Rediff.com17 May 2014

Describing the Narendra Modi-led BJP's electoral victory as a "breathtaking landslide", eminent American think tanks and experts have said the win has given him an opportunity to "redefine" Indian politics.

Localisation making luxury cars affordable

Localisation making luxury cars affordable

Rediff.com15 Jul 2015

BMW's plant in Chenna now has 50 per cent localisation.

'Peace for Paris' symbol goes viral in solidarity with terror victims

'Peace for Paris' symbol goes viral in solidarity with terror victims

Rediff.com15 Nov 2015

A "Peace for Paris" symbol, combining the city's beloved Eiffel Tower with the peace sign of the Sixties, has gone viral following the Paris terror attacks.

Donald Trump is on a roll... wins Nevada Caucus

Donald Trump is on a roll... wins Nevada Caucus

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

The 69-year-old billionaire reality TV star has now won three of the four early nominating states, after convincing wins in South Carolina and New Hampshire.

DON'T MISS: Top images from the week gone by

DON'T MISS: Top images from the week gone by

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

We bring you a collection of some of the best photographs taken last week by ace Reuters photogs.

US sells last stake in GM, exits controversial rescue

US sells last stake in GM, exits controversial rescue

Rediff.com10 Dec 2013

The US government, that invested $49.5 billion in the Detroit automaker to save thousands of jobs at the height of the financial crisis five years ago, lost about $10 billion, Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew said on Monday.

The men behind Rahul 2.0

The men behind Rahul 2.0

Rediff.com11 May 2015

The Congress vice-president's office and staff have been revamped after the party's electoral defeat in 2014

The brightest Indian-American stars in the US

The brightest Indian-American stars in the US

Rediff.com18 Sep 2018

Indian Americans are not just shining in the fields of technology, education and management. You can now spot them every where... in politics, in research, in the movies and even on YouTube, says Ignatius Chithelen.Indian Americans are not just shining in the fields of technology, education and management. You can now spot them every where... in politics, in research, in the movies and even on YouTube, says Ignatius Chithelen.

Serena dominated Australian Open while pregnant

Serena dominated Australian Open while pregnant

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

If Williams is indeed 20 weeks into her term, that would mean she was approximately two months pregnant when she captured her record 23rd Grand Slam tournament singles title at the Australian Open in January.

Why go abroad to study?

Why go abroad to study?

Rediff.com26 May 2018

These institutes, while expensive, are a viable alternative to studying abroad.

Odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world

Odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world

Rediff.com10 Mar 2015

These images from across the globe tell that it is a crazy world out there!

Clinton's troubles escalate as FBI reviews new 650,000 emails

Clinton's troubles escalate as FBI reviews new 650,000 emails

Rediff.com31 Oct 2016

Over 650,000 emails have been found on a laptop shared by Hillary Clinton's close aide and her husband as the Democratic presidential nominee's woes escalated just over a week before the election with the Federal Bureau of Investigation set to review the newly-discovered data.

Four Indian Americans win top science and maths awards

Four Indian Americans win top science and maths awards

Rediff.com27 Jul 2013

Four Indian-American professors are among 13 mathematicians, theoretical physicists and theoretical computer scientists selected for the Simons Investigators awards for their cutting edge research.

Are you mom-shamed? You are not alone

Are you mom-shamed? You are not alone

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

Even Reese Witherspoon and Jessica Simpson face it. Turns out, nearly two-thirds of mothers are 'shamed' by others about their parenting skills.

World's best universities: No Indian university in Top 200

World's best universities: No Indian university in Top 200

Rediff.com30 Sep 2015

The Times Higher Education World University rankings lists the top 800 universities in the world.

AAP sets trend as NRIs 'adopt a constituency' in Delhi polls

AAP sets trend as NRIs 'adopt a constituency' in Delhi polls

Rediff.com13 Jan 2014

The surprise victory of the Aam Aadmi Party in the recent Delhi assembly elections has brought to the fore the crucial role played by the party's Non Resident Indian supporters across the globe.

'As a daughter of Indian immigrants, I'm proud to serve President Obama'

'As a daughter of Indian immigrants, I'm proud to serve President Obama'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

Aditi Hardikar says she is proud to honour her parents' sacrifices by giving back to her community and country.

At 12, this young scientist is solving a global problem

At 12, this young scientist is solving a global problem

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

'We don't know if the water we are drinking has lead in it or not.' 'In India, we don't have ways to easily detect or measure contamination levels.'

US official sacked for Twitter barbs is Indian-American

US official sacked for Twitter barbs is Indian-American

Rediff.com2 Nov 2013

A key White House staffer who was fired after it came to light that he was behind a Twitter account that dished out gossip and pointed barbs at the Obama Administration is an Indian-American.

PHOTOS: Women's World Cup will have its share of parties

PHOTOS: Women's World Cup will have its share of parties

Rediff.com4 Jul 2015

The women's World Cup final between the United States and Japan on Sunday may not rival the Super Bowl, but soccer fans, wild with excitement.

Ranbaxy buy in line with Sun's strategy

Ranbaxy buy in line with Sun's strategy

Rediff.com17 Apr 2014

The company buys distressed assets across the globe and turns them around to not only add to its books but also its product pipeline and regions.

The indefatigable Serena Williams: Slam number 22 and counting...

The indefatigable Serena Williams: Slam number 22 and counting...

Rediff.com9 Jul 2016

American Serena Williams won her seventh Wimbledon singles crown, and equalled the professional era record of 22 grand slam titles, with a 7-5, 6-3 victory over Germany's Angelique Kerber on Saturday:

Volkswagen faces billions in penalties as US sues for violations

Volkswagen faces billions in penalties as US sues for violations

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

The Justice Department has also been investigating criminal fraud allegations against Volkswagen for misleading U.S. consumers and regulators.

Sanjay Valvani, New York hedge fund exec found dead in apparent suicide

Sanjay Valvani, New York hedge fund exec found dead in apparent suicide

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Prosecutors unveiled charges against Valvani alleging he fraudulently made $25 million by getting advance information about US Food and Drug Administration approvals of generic drug applications

Hurricane Harvey floods Houston, 9 dead; thousands evacuated

Hurricane Harvey floods Houston, 9 dead; thousands evacuated

Rediff.com29 Aug 2017

At least 200 Indian students stranded at the University of Houston were being evacuated to safer places.

India reports 2nd coronavirus death, several states in shutdown mode

India reports 2nd coronavirus death, several states in shutdown mode

Rediff.com13 Mar 2020

The Union Health ministry put the number of positive cases at 82, eight more since Thursday night, which includes the woman and a 76-year-old man from Karnataka who became the country's first coronavirus fatality besides 17 foreign nationals, Health Ministry officials said.

Football Briefs: 'New Liverpool keeper Alisson desperate to play'

Football Briefs: 'New Liverpool keeper Alisson desperate to play'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

PHOTOS: NFL players defy Trump; link arms in solidarity

PHOTOS: NFL players defy Trump; link arms in solidarity

Rediff.com25 Sep 2017

NFL players, owners defy Trump on anthem protests as feud ramps up

3 economic factors that may impact Gujarat polls

3 economic factors that may impact Gujarat polls

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

De-scaling of businesses, job losses and subsequent impact on disposable incomes has created negative sentiment among traders, business owners and workers alike, says Abhishek Waghmare.

Premji, Nadar among world's richest tech tycoons

Premji, Nadar among world's richest tech tycoons

Rediff.com12 Aug 2015

Premji is ranked 13th on Forbes' first ever list of '100 Richest People In Tech', followed by Nadar on the 14th spot.

Will Huma cost Hillary the White House?

Will Huma cost Hillary the White House?

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

If November 9 ushers in a Hillary Clinton presidency, you can bet your last dollar that Huma Abedin will be back at POTUS' side.

Factbox - Wimbledon champion Serena Williams

Factbox - Wimbledon champion Serena Williams

Rediff.com11 Jul 2015

Serena Williams is third on the list of female Grand Slam title winners. She is one of only five women, after Maureen Connolly, Margaret Court, Martina Navratilova and Steffi Graf, to hold all four Grand Slam titles at same time.

In 1st SOTU address, Trump moots merit-based immigration

In 1st SOTU address, Trump moots merit-based immigration

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

Trump said that his proposal should be supported by both parties (Republican and Democratic) as a fair compromise -- one where nobody gets everything they want, but where the country gets the critical reforms it needs.

5 companies that survived biggest bankruptcies

5 companies that survived biggest bankruptcies

Rediff.com7 Oct 2014

These companies have survived bankruptcies.

What are the best options for MBA abroad?

What are the best options for MBA abroad?

Rediff.com7 May 2016

Overseas education consultant NNS Chandra offers advice.

Why the CH-47F Chinook gives Indian pilots a high

Why the CH-47F Chinook gives Indian pilots a high

Rediff.com3 Sep 2016

The CH-47F version of the Chinook that India is buying from the United States is a high-tech marvel.

FBI source had contact with Osama in 1993: Report

FBI source had contact with Osama in 1993: Report

Rediff.com26 Feb 2014

The Federal Bureau of Investigation placed a source in direct contact with Osama bin Laden in 1993 and ascertained that the Al Qaeda leader was looking to finance terror attacks in the United States, according to a media report.

Serena Williams, the Greatest Of All Time

Serena Williams, the Greatest Of All Time

Rediff.com28 Jan 2017

A quick guide into the life of Serena Williams, the GOAT - The Greatest of All Time!

Gandhi's great grandson seeks re-election to Kansas House

Gandhi's great grandson seeks re-election to Kansas House

Rediff.com9 May 2014

Dr Shanti Gandhi, a great-grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, is seeking a second term in the Kansas House of Representatives from the 52nd District.

The 2 Raj Shahs America is talking about

The 2 Raj Shahs America is talking about

Rediff.com6 Jan 2017

One Raj Shah has been the top Indian American in the Obama administration; the other Raj Shah is poised to play a key role in the Trump administration.