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Substantial rise in attacks on Hindus: Indian-American Congressman

Substantial rise in attacks on Hindus: Indian-American Congressman

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Observing that there is substantial increase in attacks against Hindus and Hinduism in the United States, an Indian-American Congressman warned that this was just the 'beginning of a coordinated anti-Hindu attack'.

Indian student is century's youngest California Univ topper!

Indian student is century's youngest California Univ topper!

Rediff.com11 May 2013

An 18-year-old Indian-American has become the youngest graduate topper of the prestigious University of California in more than a century.Kolkata-born Ritankar Das has been named as the University Medalist, the prize which is given to the year's top graduating senior.

Nadal withdraws from Indian Wells, says 'not ready to play'

Nadal withdraws from Indian Wells, says 'not ready to play'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

Rafael Nadal withdrew from Indian Wells on Wednesday on the eve of his first-round match.

Have You Tried These Sandwiches?

Have You Tried These Sandwiches?

Rediff.com27 May 2024

You'll be spoilt for choices with these varieties.

Google clarifies on chatbot's 'objectionable' response on Modi

Google clarifies on chatbot's 'objectionable' response on Modi

Rediff.com24 Feb 2024

On Friday, Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar had warned that Google's AI tool Gemini's response to a question around the Prime Minister is in direct violation of IT rules as well as several provisions of the criminal code.

Kiara, Sid Make A Splash In Dubai

Kiara, Sid Make A Splash In Dubai

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

Aditi performs... Sonam at New York Fashion Week... Sanjana falls in love...

Indian Americans run for California council seats

Indian Americans run for California council seats

Rediff.com26 Oct 2010

Three Indian-Americans are running from Union City, California in the coming November 2 election. They believe, "If you want to be the part of the community, they have to come forward and participate in the system."

Sundar Sonakshi In The Mountains

Sundar Sonakshi In The Mountains

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

Nimrat finds sukoon... Esha gets poetic... Mamta explores Bali...

Group asks California SC to stop same-sex marriages

Group asks California SC to stop same-sex marriages

Rediff.com13 Jul 2013

California State Attorney General Kamala D Harris Friday filed a brief with the California supreme court in response to the petition filed by proponents of Proposition 8. In the brief, Harris urged the court to deny the proponents' request to stop counties from issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples.

8 killed at race in California desert

8 killed at race in California desert

Rediff.com15 Aug 2010

Eight spectators were crushed to death and 12 others injured when a vehicle lost control and plunged into the cheering crowd at a traditional off-road desert race in Southern California. Authorities believe the driver lost control of the vehicle during a race at a dry lake bed, ploughing into the crowd of people watching the sport.

US text book row: California not to replace 'India' with 'South Asia'

US text book row: California not to replace 'India' with 'South Asia'

Rediff.com20 May 2016

A California commission -- mandated with recommendation and revision of school text books -- has rejected demands of replacing India with South Asia for pre-1947 references

'Beach row' continues, as Vinod Khosla keeps California surfers away

'Beach row' continues, as Vinod Khosla keeps California surfers away

Rediff.com27 Feb 2014

When Vinod Khosla bought the Martin's beach property he put up a gate with a sign that said, 'Beach closed, keep out'. Ritu Jha reports from California.

2 Indian Americans arrested for murder in California

2 Indian Americans arrested for murder in California

Rediff.com9 Nov 2013

Two people of Indian-American descent have been arrested in connection with a homicide in California.

Now, an Indian-American judge in California

Now, an Indian-American judge in California

Rediff.com19 Apr 2010

Indian-American Vijay Gandhi has become the first member of the community to be sworn in as a magistrate judge for the United States District Court for the Central District of California.

Ex-employee drags Infy to California court

Ex-employee drags Infy to California court

Rediff.com27 Nov 2009

Promila Awasthi, an India-born American citizen, alleged her former bosses mocked her for observing American holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas

California assembly recognises India's Independence Day

California assembly recognises India's Independence Day

Rediff.com7 Aug 2012

In an unprecedented move the California state assembly has passed a resolution, recognising August 15 as India's Independence Day and urged all Californians to celebrate the diversity of cultures.

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.

PICS, Indian Wells: Djokovic shocked by lucky loser Nardi

PICS, Indian Wells: Djokovic shocked by lucky loser Nardi

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Sabalenka overpowers Raducanu, Osaka falls

Young Indian professional dies in car accident in US

Young Indian professional dies in car accident in US

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

Arshia Joshi lost her life in a tragic car accident in Pennsylvania on March 21, the Consulate General of India in New York said in a post on X on Saturday.

Spotted: Aishwarya, Abhishek in California

Spotted: Aishwarya, Abhishek in California

Rediff.com7 Aug 2008

Reader Subramani Thiagarajan has sent us this photograph with the two star couple.

Priyanka's Day In The Clouds

Priyanka's Day In The Clouds

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

Kajol admires the blue skies... Sonakshi goes scuba diving... Kajal has a cute travel companion...

'There Are Really Two Different Indias'

'There Are Really Two Different Indias'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

'Over the next 20 years, we would be adding almost 10 million people to the workforce every year!' 'And we won't be able to give employment to even 2 million out of the 10 million every year.' 'Don't forget, it keeps adding every year.'

Spotted: Bobby Deol in California

Spotted: Bobby Deol in California

Rediff.com3 Dec 2008

Reader Akshat Nair sent us a picture.

California's first woman Attorney General Kamala Harris seeks re-election

California's first woman Attorney General Kamala Harris seeks re-election

Rediff.com28 Feb 2014

California Attorney General Kamala D Harris announced on February 12 that she would be seeking re-election to the post.

Indian-origin techie shot wife, himself; kids' death remains mystery

Indian-origin techie shot wife, himself; kids' death remains mystery

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

Anand Henry, an Indian-origin former Meta software engineer is suspected of killing his wife and twin sons before turning a gun on himself in a gruesome murder-suicide in the United States state of California, according to authorities.

Indian American in California district primary

Indian American in California district primary

Rediff.com22 May 2012

She was surprised to learn that nobody was running against state Senator Mark Leno, a Democrat from the newly-redistricted Senate District 11. So, Dhillon decided to run.

X users face hour-long outage; services restored now

X users face hour-long outage; services restored now

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

The services were back and posts became visible after sometime, but some users were unable to see several of their posts in recent past on the platform, formerly known as Twitter.

Secret Service probe California man's anti-Obama post

Secret Service probe California man's anti-Obama post

Rediff.com22 Dec 2011

An angry California man has used Facebook to make a profane threat against United States President Barack Obama, prompting the Secret Service to launch a probe.

Swiatek downs Sakkari to win second Indian Wells title

Swiatek downs Sakkari to win second Indian Wells title

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

World number one Iga Swiatek dominated ninth seed Maria Sakkari to win the Indian Wells final.

6.0 earthquake jolts California wine region

6.0 earthquake jolts California wine region

Rediff.com25 Aug 2014

Known to be the strongest earthquake in the area in the past 25 years, the quake has injured hundreds of people, damaged buildings and homes and affected the wine business in the area. Ritu Jha reports

Surat woman murdered in California motel

Surat woman murdered in California motel

Rediff.com12 Jul 2012

A 62-year-old woman of Indian origin was killed in Tracy, California on Saturday last. The incident occurred at Hacienda Inn motel owned by Chempak Petal, brother of victim Lalita Patel.

Covid virus can linger in human body for over 1 year, finds study

Covid virus can linger in human body for over 1 year, finds study

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

The researchers from the University of California, San Francisco found pieces of SARS-CoV-2, referred to as COVID antigens, lingering in the blood up to 14 months after infection and for over two years in tissue samples from people who had COVID-19.

Can anyone stop Djokovic at Australian Open?

Can anyone stop Djokovic at Australian Open?

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

Australian great Rod Laver says engravers should get to work putting the world number one's name on the Grand Slam trophy for an 11th time.

17 arrested with AK-47s, machine gun over US gurdwara shootings

17 arrested with AK-47s, machine gun over US gurdwara shootings

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

Two of the people arrested are mafia members who are "wanted on a number of murders" in India.

'We Are Frittering Away The Demographic Dividend'

'We Are Frittering Away The Demographic Dividend'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

'it's not just youth in India who are left behind because of their inability to find jobs; nearly two-thirds of Indian women of working ages do not participate at all in the paid labour force.'

Breakfast Recipe: Puff Pastry Tart

Breakfast Recipe: Puff Pastry Tart

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

It looks impressive and tastes divine.

Recipe: Healthy, Hearty Lentil Stew

Recipe: Healthy, Hearty Lentil Stew

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

Here's a soup overflowing with flavours, textures and proteins.

The Kashmiri Pandit who wants to be California's governor

The Kashmiri Pandit who wants to be California's governor

Rediff.com22 Jan 2014

'Today, the gift of a good education and the opportunity it creates are out of reach for millions of struggling Californians. That's why I'm running for governor -- to create jobs and give kids a quality education. Jobs and education. That's it. That's my platform'. Neel Tushar Kashkari, the son of Srinagar-born and raised Kashmiri Pandit immigrants, throws his hat in the ring for California governor.

WATCH LIVE: PM Modi's date with desis in California

WATCH LIVE: PM Modi's date with desis in California

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

An 18,500 strong desi American crowd awaits Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address at the San Jose stadium in California.