News for '-north-american'

Ontario seeks Indian investment

Ontario seeks Indian investment

Rediff.com15 Jan 2007

Ontario, Canada's largest province, on Monday invited Indian companies to invest in the region so as to tap the entire North American Market.

US, Mexico, Canada to jointly host 2026 World Cup

US, Mexico, Canada to jointly host 2026 World Cup

Rediff.com13 Jun 2018

The North American bid beat the rival Morocco proposal, winning 134 votes to 65 for Morocco.

6 amazing cars from Beijing International Auto Show 2014

6 amazing cars from Beijing International Auto Show 2014

Rediff.com30 Apr 2014

These vehicle could soon be heading to India

Where planes go to die

Where planes go to die

Rediff.com10 Jul 2019

Have you ever wondered what happens to aircraft after they become too old? They are put to rest -- they undergo funeral-esque rituals known as 'pickling'; their engines are removed, the windows covered and the fluids drained. But of course these giants are too big to bury. In the parched deserts, where a dry climate is an old machine's best ally, aircraft, young and old, lie nose to tail, row after row like fallen soldiers in the secluded airplane boneyards. And these airplane graveyards become the perfect playground for photographer Troy Paiva.

At Rs 52,195/kg silver turns most expensive since Sep 2013

At Rs 52,195/kg silver turns most expensive since Sep 2013

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

The all-time high price of silver is Rs 75,000 a kg, recorded in April 2011.

Did Qataris pay FIFA official $1.2m after World Cup bid win?

Did Qataris pay FIFA official $1.2m after World Cup bid win?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2014

Qatar's 2022 World Cup organising committee has denied being aware of any alleged payments by the disgraced former head of the country's soccer association to an ex-vice-president of FIFA.

'Vegetarianism can help'

'Vegetarianism can help'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

'But one of the important things to remember is that what we are seeing today in India -- the destruction of the forests, the opening up of the forests to mining companies.' 'It's a horrifying thing that's going on.' 'Yet, if you look at who owns the mining companies, you will see that almost always they are vegetarians!' 'They are people, who in their own lives would probably not even hurt an insect, but yet have no qualms about destroying an entire ecosystem.'

10 popular myths busted recently

10 popular myths busted recently

Rediff.com4 Jul 2014

Here's a roundup of some popular myths busted recently

PIX: Italy miss out on World Cup again, Portugal survive

PIX: Italy miss out on World Cup again, Portugal survive

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

Quaison fires Sweden to extra-time World Cup playoff win over Czechs

Why is Indian IT sector crying for a change?

Why is Indian IT sector crying for a change?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2014

Over $100 bn in revenue but sector battles evolutionary challenges.

Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Rediff.com16 Jan 2013

Let's take a look at some of the world's most impressive cars at the Detroit Auto Show.

PM proposes Pan-Asian FTA area

PM proposes Pan-Asian FTA area

Rediff.com12 Dec 2005

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday mooted a Pan-Asian Free Trade Area, along the lines of North American Free Trade Area and the European Union, as part of efforts to make the Asian region an economic power house.

Tata's electric car to be priced less than $20,000

Tata's electric car to be priced less than $20,000

Rediff.com21 Jun 2012

Tata Technologies completed its first feasibility study of the electric vehicle using Dassault Systems' 3DEXPERIENCE Platform.

Hamid, Bhonsle, Blinded by the Light at IFFSA

Hamid, Bhonsle, Blinded by the Light at IFFSA

Rediff.com8 May 2019

Check out the impressive line-up at the International Film Festival of South Asia.

ATP, WTA and ITF extend suspensions due to COVID-19

ATP, WTA and ITF extend suspensions due to COVID-19

Rediff.com15 May 2020

ATP events in Hamburg, Bastad, Newport, Los Cabos, Gstaad, Umag, Atlanta and Kitzbuhel will not go ahead as scheduled.

Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Mind-blowing cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Rediff.com11 Jan 2012

The North American International Auto Show is one of the largest car shows held each year in Detroit, United States.

That's true love! Carry your wife and run

That's true love! Carry your wife and run

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

Forget carrying your bride over the threshold. Consider, instead, hauling her over a 278-metre obstacle course and you've got not just a true test of commitment but also the essence of the North American Wife Carrying Championship. Here are glimpses from the competition that tests your love.

The BEST International Films of 2021

The BEST International Films of 2021

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite films, most of them shown at international film festivals held virtually (Berlinale and Rotterdam), hybrid (Toronto) or physical (Cannes and Venice).

STUNNING cars at the LA Auto Show

STUNNING cars at the LA Auto Show

Rediff.com23 Nov 2011

The Los Angeles Auto Show had an interesting showcase of the latest vehicles.

Planning to fly? Check out these 15 global airlines

Planning to fly? Check out these 15 global airlines

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

Let's take a look at the performance of some major airlines.

Tennis Roundup: Tsonga pulls out of US Open

Tennis Roundup: Tsonga pulls out of US Open

Rediff.com21 Aug 2018

Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga has withdrawn from the US Open due to a long-term knee problem, the United States Tennis Association said on Monday.

Chidambaram's race to reform Indian economy runs into political hurdles

Chidambaram's race to reform Indian economy runs into political hurdles

Rediff.com29 Apr 2013

Two long-stalled reforms are lifting FDI cap in insurance and simplifying land acquisition for factories.

Trump nominates Kelly Kraft as Nikki Haley's successor at UN

Trump nominates Kelly Kraft as Nikki Haley's successor at UN

Rediff.com23 Feb 2019

Kelly Knight Craft has been ambassador to Canada since October 2017. She previously served as an alternate delegate to the UN during the George W Bush administration.

World's hottest cars are here!

World's hottest cars are here!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2012

The world's most brilliant cars are lined up at the Detroit Auto Show.

Marshal death clouds Vettel's Canada win

Marshal death clouds Vettel's Canada win

Rediff.com10 Jun 2013

Red Bull's triple World Champion Sebastian Vettel won the Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday but his victory was overshadowed by the death of a marshal, the first fatality in Formula One in over a decade.

Vettel wins in Canada to end American jinx

Vettel wins in Canada to end American jinx

Rediff.com10 Jun 2013

Red Bull's triple world champion Sebastian Vettel won the Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday to capture his first Formula One victory on North American soil and extend his overall lead to 36 points.

2,382 Indians languishing in US jails for 'illegally crossing' border

2,382 Indians languishing in US jails for 'illegally crossing' border

Rediff.com12 Nov 2018

These detainees, a significant number of whom are from Punjab, are seeking asylum, claiming that they 'experienced violence or persecution' in India.

The first South Asian student to win a $1000 Jane Austen prize

The first South Asian student to win a $1000 Jane Austen prize

Rediff.com1 Aug 2013

Delhi University student Prashansa Taneja tells us how she fought through her failure in an English aptitude test and what it means to win the prestigious North American award for her essay...

Jewish campaign to raise funds for India

Jewish campaign to raise funds for India

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

'It was a result of a fundamental Jewish value of kindness and concern.' 'A value that extends beyond our own and on the premise that when we are ok, we are supposed to look up and look around to see who is not.' 'And do something about it.'

HCL Perot to set up US centre

HCL Perot to set up US centre

Rediff.com3 Mar 2003

Expanding its operations in other countries, IT services company HCL Perot Systems is planning to set up a development centre in US to serve some of its North American clients in a more focussed manner.

Beckham to visit Miami in quest for MLS team ownership

Beckham to visit Miami in quest for MLS team ownership

Rediff.com29 May 2013

Former England captain David Beckham will visit Miami this week as he steps up his interest in owning a new Major League Soccer (MLS) team.

Fewer bells ring for apparel exports this Christmas

Fewer bells ring for apparel exports this Christmas

Rediff.com20 Dec 2012

They are facing tough competition from Bangladesh and Vietnam.

Is off-side rule going to see a 'huge change'?

Is off-side rule going to see a 'huge change'?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

Officials of IFAB, the International Football Association Board, made up of the four British home nations and FIFA, agreed to conduct a year-long review into the offside law, which is expected to end with a proposal for a new rule.

California lawyers honour Indian origin champions

California lawyers honour Indian origin champions

Rediff.com24 May 2012

Indian origin lawyers Kalpana Peddibhotla, Neha Sampat, Daljit Dhami, Vineeta Gajwani and Anoop Prasad were awarded at the South Asian Bar Association of Northern California's 19th annual gala held on March 30 in San Francisco, US.

With no fans at US Open, Serena cheers herself

With no fans at US Open, Serena cheers herself

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

Serena Williams did not need the help of a fan-filled Arthur Ashe Stadium to provide a lift during her 7-5, 6-4 win over the 96th ranked Kristie Ahn.

California governor signs two pro-Sikh Bills

California governor signs two pro-Sikh Bills

Rediff.com10 Sep 2012

California Governor Edmund G Brown Jr has signed two bills to promote civil rights and religious freedom, following his remarks at the North American Punjabi Association's Peace and Unity rally at the State Capitol on September 8.

California governor to sign into law pro-Sikh legislations

California governor to sign into law pro-Sikh legislations

Rediff.com8 Sep 2012

California Governor Edmund G Brown will sign into law the two legislations protecting the rights of the Sikhs in the state and including information about the religion in high school curriculum.

Future cars: A look at Hyundai's concepts

Future cars: A look at Hyundai's concepts

Rediff.com25 Jan 2013

Fascinating cars the Korean auto giant is working on. These have technologies such as eye-tracking, gesture-based control and self-healing paint.

Will Smith, Johnny Depp praise Indian film Zubaan

Will Smith, Johnny Depp praise Indian film Zubaan

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

Mozez Singh's directorial debut Zubaan was premiered at Palm Springs International Film Festival.

JLR to expand presence in India, China; create 800 jobs

JLR to expand presence in India, China; create 800 jobs

Rediff.com14 Jan 2013

In 2012, JLR sales were up in every major market, driven by new model introductions and update programmes, the company said in a statement issued at the North American International Motor Show in Detroit.