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Desi from Mumbai takes on American political Goliath

Desi from Mumbai takes on American political Goliath

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

'It is never easy to run a campaign as a woman, particularly a minority woman, especially when you are bucking the establishment.' 'My entire campaign is an act of resistance.'

CNN sues Trump, his White House aides over barring of reporter

CNN sues Trump, his White House aides over barring of reporter

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

The suit alleges that Acosta and CNN's First and Fifth Amendment rights are being violated by the ban.

Indian-American Tulsi Gabbard may run for US presidency in 2020: Sources

Indian-American Tulsi Gabbard may run for US presidency in 2020: Sources

Rediff.com12 Nov 2018

A decision on this could be taken before Christmas, which might not necessarily result in a formal announcement as that could be delayed till the next year, people familiar with her thinking process said.

Not enough time in US Congress to pass deal

Not enough time in US Congress to pass deal

Rediff.com9 Jul 2008

'It certainly doesn't have to be accomplished at the end of the year. It will not turn into a pumpkin after some days! The next president and next Congress can take this up,' says expert K Alan Kronstadt.

Deny visa to Modi again, US state dept told

Deny visa to Modi again, US state dept told

Rediff.com9 Jul 2008

The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom -- a Congressionally mandated body -- has urged the US State Department "to reaffirm its past decision to deny a tourist visa to Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, who has been invited to attend a conference in New Jersey this August celebrating Gujarati culture."

Trump not 'thrilled' with border deal, but shutdown seems unlikely

Trump not 'thrilled' with border deal, but shutdown seems unlikely

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

Democrats and Republicans have struck a deal to offer $1.375 billion for 88.5 kilometres of new barriers along the southern border, as well as other border security measures to avert another crippling government shutdown over Trump's wall along the US-Mexico border.

Richard Verma to quit as US envoy before Trump takes charge

Richard Verma to quit as US envoy before Trump takes charge

Rediff.com7 Jan 2017

Forty-eight-year-old Verma, who played a quiet but key role in deepening Indo-US ties, will quit before the president-elect assumes charge as his team said the envoys, who are political appointees, will not be given any "grace period" beyond Trump's inauguration day.

US blames Pakistan for deterioration in Indo-Pak ties

US blames Pakistan for deterioration in Indo-Pak ties

Rediff.com12 May 2017

Director of US National Intelligence said that Islamabad's failure to curb terrorists and the rise in number of cross-firing incidents was the cause for increasing tensions.

Trump says teachers with guns can only stop school shootings

Trump says teachers with guns can only stop school shootings

Rediff.com24 Feb 2018

Trump said it is 'very, very important' to have offensive capability, as well as defensive capability that's within the schools.

Turban checks: US lawmaker raps govt agency

Turban checks: US lawmaker raps govt agency

Rediff.com13 Sep 2007

Since the new policy was instituted August 4, more than 50 such incidents have been reported across the country.

17% of US foreign aid is for South Asia

17% of US foreign aid is for South Asia

Rediff.com17 Feb 2009

South Asia accounts for nearly 17 per cent of the US foreign aid with a major chunk going to Afghanistan and Pakistan to support war on terror, a latest Congressional report has said.

Advice for today's market? Diversify wisely

Advice for today's market? Diversify wisely

Rediff.com17 Oct 2008

Two pros say the fundamentals remain in times of market turmoil-and smart risk management can spare you financial pain in the long run

Passage of $787 billion package a milestone: Obama

Passage of $787 billion package a milestone: Obama

Rediff.com14 Feb 2009

It will save or create more than 3.5 million jobs over the next two years, ignite spending by business and consumers alike, and lay a new foundation for our lasting economic growth and prosperity, Obama said. "This is a major milestone on our road to recovery," he said and thanked US lawmakers for making this happen, even if he failed to get any major support from the opposition Republican members.

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