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India's outreach effort at the United Nations

India's outreach effort at the United Nations

Rediff.com11 Dec 2010

India's Permanent Representative to the UN Hardeep Puri invited over two dozen journalists from the mainstream American media, including the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal and the Washington Post, at a working luncheon to get its point of view on the UN reform process across.

Afghan President's staff on CIA payroll

Afghan President's staff on CIA payroll

Rediff.com27 Aug 2010

According to The Washington Post, the CIA is making secret payments to multiple members of the Afghan administration to maintain sources of information in a government in which the Afghan leader is often seen as having a limited grasp of developments.

Ex-colleague accuses M J Akbar of rape

Ex-colleague accuses M J Akbar of rape

Rediff.com2 Nov 2018

The latest allegation of rape was levelled against Akbar by Pallavi Gogoi, chief business editor of National Public Radio, a Washington-based American media organisation, who has detailed the "most painful memories" of her life in an article in The Washington Post.

'Most Afghans want US troops out by next summer'

'Most Afghans want US troops out by next summer'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2010

Nearly 60 per cent of Afghans want foreign troops to leave their country now or start leaving by next summer, the date originally promised by US President Barack Obama for the beginning of a pullout, according to a media poll.

26/11: 'For a successful end, you must be killed'

26/11: 'For a successful end, you must be killed'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2010

Stocked with computers, televisions and voice-over-internet phones, top commanders of the Lashkar-e-Taiyba had set up a control room from where they controlled and directed the 26/11 Mumbai carnage, a United States report has said.

'Indian education doesn't allow critical thinking'

'Indian education doesn't allow critical thinking'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2010

Raju Narisetti, managing editor, The Washington Post, in a frank interview talks about the state of Indian education, media's role in improving journalism standards, relationship between advertising and editorial amongst others...

US eyes missile that can hit anywhere in an hour

US eyes missile that can hit anywhere in an hour

Rediff.com8 Apr 2010

According to the Washington Post, American military officials say the intercontinental ballistic missiles, known as Prompt Global Strike weapons, are a necessary new form of deterrence against terrorist networks and other adversaries.

When Barack Obama became Santa Claus for ailing children

When Barack Obama became Santa Claus for ailing children

Rediff.com20 Dec 2018

The 57-year-old handed out jigsaw puzzles Hot Wheels sets, remote-control cars, and glittery nail polish, among other goodies collected by Obama and his staffers.

US-Pak mistrust has diminished, says US media

US-Pak mistrust has diminished, says US media

Rediff.com25 Mar 2010

The United States media on Thursday highlighted Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi's assertion that the trust deficit between longtime allies US and Pakistan has seen a sharp drop, even though some key items on Islamabad's wish-list could not be fulfilled through the strategic dialogue.

Karzai seeks removal of Taliban men from UN list

Karzai seeks removal of Taliban men from UN list

Rediff.com12 Jul 2010

Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai is seeking removal of upto 50 Taliban commanders from a United Nations terror blacklist in a gesture intended to advance a political reconciliation in his country.

Trump imitates Modi, Indian accent when discussing Afghanistan: Report

Trump imitates Modi, Indian accent when discussing Afghanistan: Report

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

Democratic Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi condemned Trump's reported habit of affecting an Indian accent to imitate Modi.

Pak detains 5 for Times Square bombing: Report

Pak detains 5 for Times Square bombing: Report

Rediff.com22 May 2010

The Pakistan government has detained a co-owner of an upscale catering company in Islamabad and at least four others in connection with the botched Times Square bombing plot for which Pakistani-American terror suspect Faisal Shahzad has been arrested in the United States, a media report said in Washington on Saturday. The suspects, including Salman Ashraf of 'Hanif Rajput Catering Service', were taken into custody following the May 1 Times Square terror plot.

Times Square bomber's accomplice held in Pak

Times Square bomber's accomplice held in Pak

Rediff.com14 May 2010

A man who allegedly helped terror suspect Faisal Shahzad travel to Pakistan's tribal belt to attend bomb-making camps was arrested on Thursday.The arrested suspect has admitted to being an accomplice of Shahzad, who was arrested at New York's JFK airport for plotting a terror attack on Times Square. He also has links with the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan.The latest arrest confirms the fears of the US administration that the Pakistani Taliban plotted the failed bomb plot.

Obama takes tuitions on terror

Obama takes tuitions on terror

Rediff.com7 May 2010

This Tuesday, the class is likely to have focused on Faisal Shehzad's plan to create havoc in New York City's Times Square.

Kasab's verdict is big news in US

Kasab's verdict is big news in US

Rediff.com4 May 2010

The conviction of Pakistani national Ajmal Kasab by a Mumbai court in 26/11 terror attack case has been widely carried in the US media on Tuesday, the day on which it was itself grappling with trying to find out who was behind the failed Times Square car bombing.

China warns Dalai Lama against Arunachal visit

China warns Dalai Lama against Arunachal visit

Rediff.com12 Sep 2009

China has opposed the planned visit of Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama to Arunachal Pradesh and voiced 'strong concern' over the November trip. "China expresses strong concern about this information. The visit further reveals the Dalai clique's anti-China and separatist essence," the Washington Post reported. "China's stance on the so-called Arunachal Pradesh is consistent. We firmly oppose Dalai visiting the so-called Arunachal Pradesh," said a spokeswoman.

'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.

Before Michelle, Barack proposed to another woman: Book

Before Michelle, Barack proposed to another woman: Book

Rediff.com4 May 2017

The book shares the story of the woman Sheila Miyoshi Jager, Obama's love interest.

US SC Judge nominee Kavanaugh denies sexual assault allegations

US SC Judge nominee Kavanaugh denies sexual assault allegations

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

Kavanaugh's nomination plunged into chaos after Christine Blasey Ford on Sunday told 'The Washington Post' that she was subjected to a sexual assault by the Supreme Court nominee in high school in the early 1980s.

Did 'Howdy Modi' really help India?

Did 'Howdy Modi' really help India?

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

The Howdy Modi put a dagger into the heart of the 'bipartisan consensus' in the US regarding the relations with (Modi's) India, points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Umpire breaks his silence over Serena's outburst

Umpire breaks his silence over Serena's outburst

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

Serena 'out of line' but both sides share blame says King

US judge restores White House access for CNN's Jim Acosta

US judge restores White House access for CNN's Jim Acosta

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

'Let's go back to work,' Acosta told reporters after the US District court reinstated his White House press credentials.

Trump slams dirty restaurant that asked his spokesperson to leave

Trump slams "dirty" restaurant that asked his spokesperson to leave

Rediff.com25 Jun 2018

The US president suggested that the "dirty" eatery "badly needs a paint job" and must focus more on cleaning its "filthy canopies, doors and windows".

Obama to rush Special Forces to Iraq

Obama to rush Special Forces to Iraq

Rediff.com20 Jun 2014

US President Barack Obama has decided to send 300 additional American Special Operations troops to assist in Iraq's fight against the advancing Sunni, Al Qaeda-inspired extremist group Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, which has captured several cities and has its sights set on Baghdad.

Obama's warning forced Pak to go after Taliban

Obama's warning forced Pak to go after Taliban

Rediff.com19 Feb 2010

A blunt warning sent by US President Barack Obama in November 2009, prompted Pakistan to go after the Afghan Taliban leadership, and is being cited as the turning point in the strategic relationship between the two countries.

CIA helped India, Pakistan share intelligence

CIA helped India, Pakistan share intelligence

Rediff.com16 Feb 2009

America's Central Intelligence Agency has played a crucial role in India and Pakistan sharing secret intelligence information on Mumbai terrorist attacks, a media report claimed on Monday.

Will it be a Clinton victory? 9 polls say yes!

Will it be a Clinton victory? 9 polls say yes!

Rediff.com8 Nov 2016

With America just a day away from electing a new president -- Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton -- nine polls show that Clinton is in charge of the race with just hours to go.

Al Qaeda shifting focus to small-scale attacks: US

Al Qaeda shifting focus to small-scale attacks: US

Rediff.com8 Feb 2010

The Al Qaeda's ability to wage mass-casualty terrorism has been undercut by relentless US attacks on the network's leadership, finances and training camps. But it also warns that despite this weakened state, the group has shifted tactics to focus on small-scale operations that are far harder to detect and disrupt.The deadly November shooting rampage at Fort Hood, Texas, and the failed Christmas Day attempt to bomb an airline.

What's the big deal about Parasite?

What's the big deal about Parasite?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

'Are we too close as well-off Indians, all with servants and drivers and tuition teachers ourselves, to be able to understand why it is all so awful?', asks Aakar Patel.

Pak working on more 'destructive' nukes

Pak working on more 'destructive' nukes

Rediff.com29 May 2009

'Pakistan is likely supplementing or replacing its current uranium-based nuclear weapon arsenal with plutonium-based weapons which will be more destructive and deliverable,' said Institute for Science and International Security in response to a news article in Washington Post published on Pakistan's nuclear programme.

FBI violated law in phone tapping: Report

FBI violated law in phone tapping: Report

Rediff.com19 Jan 2010

For four years from 2002 to 2006, the Federal Bureau of Investigation violated its own law related to phone tapping as it illegally collected over 2,000 US telephone call records by invoking terrorism emergencies that did not exist, a media report said on Tuesday.

Obama asks officials to treat Karzai with respect

Obama asks officials to treat Karzai with respect

Rediff.com9 May 2010

On the eve of Hamid Karzai's visit, US President Barack Obama has instructed his senior national security team to stop berating the Afghan President and treat him with more public respect, a prominent newspaper reported on Sunday. During a White House meeting last month, Obama made clear to officials that Karzai is the chief US partner in the war effort and it will be reflected in his visit to Washington that begins on Monday, Washington Post reported.

Zardari takes credit for 'Pakistan's resurrection'

Zardari takes credit for 'Pakistan's resurrection'

Rediff.com15 Jan 2010

In an article in The Washington Post, Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari explains the steps taken by his government to combat the ongoing economic crisis, claims that the army is winning in its offensives against militants in tribal areas and defends the country's alliance with the United States.Zardari claims that he is "working with Parliament to run a country, not a political campaign", adding that "in time, good policies will become good politics".

Obama considers new fee on banks

Obama considers new fee on banks

Rediff.com12 Jan 2010

The provision in this regard is expected to be included by US President Barack Obama when he rolls out his annual budget next month, media reports said.

17-yr-old illegal immigrant allowed to study in US

17-yr-old illegal immigrant allowed to study in US

Rediff.com12 Aug 2010

Yves Gomes can breathe easy for the next two years, as he just eluded being deported to India, where he has lived for just 14 months of his entire life.

3rd gatecrasher at Obama dinner came in Indian bus

3rd gatecrasher at Obama dinner came in Indian bus

Rediff.com5 Jan 2010

"It appears at this point that the subject travelled from a local hotel, where the official Indian delegation was staying and arrived at the dinner with the group, which was under the responsibility of Department of State," the Secret Service said.

IMF proposes taxes on banks

IMF proposes taxes on banks

Rediff.com21 Apr 2010

The IMF proposals will be reviewed by the finance ministers of G-20, whose representatives are in Washington for meetings this week, The Post reported.

Pak helped North Korea build nukes in 1990: Report

Pak helped North Korea build nukes in 1990: Report

Rediff.com28 Dec 2009

North Korea, with the help of Pakistan, may have opened an alternative way to clandestinely build nuclear weapons as early as 1990s by constructing a plant to manufacture a gas needed for uranium enrichment. Pyongyang may have been enriching uranium on a small scale by 2002.

Most Americans have lost faith in Obama: Poll

Most Americans have lost faith in Obama: Poll

Rediff.com13 Jul 2010

Public confidence in United States President Barack Obama has hit a new low, according to the latest Washington Post-ABC News poll.Four months before mid-term elections that will define the second half of his term, nearly six in 10 voters say they lack faith in the President to make the right decisions for the country, and a clear majority once again disapproves of how he is dealing with the economy. Regard for Obama is still higher than it is for members of the Congress.

'Salahis demanding 6-figure payment for story'

'Salahis demanding 6-figure payment for story'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2009

An American couple, who gatecrashed into a State dinner President Barack Obama hosted for Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in the White House, were now trying to peddle their story for hundreds of thousands of dollars to television networks.