But the Democrats appeared to be unconvinced by Trump's argument of national emergency.
Spurred by the popularity of Mahatma Gandhi at the recent World Economic Forum, which displayed statues of the Indian leader at various venues, the Davos city council has approved setting up a permanent Gandhi monument there.
Some we're really looking forward to, while some others just look like painful franchises past their prime.
The two are among six individuals declared winners on Thursday.
Retired English soccer star David Beckham and his teenage son Brooklyn were involved in a car crash outside Arsenal's training ground in Hertfordshire, north of London, but did not suffer any injuries but were shaken.
In the clearest sign yet that he is seriously considering a bid for the Republican Party nomination in 2016 for presidency, Louisiana Governor Piyush 'Bobby' Jindal on October 17 unveiled the formation of his new organization, America Next -- a non-profit to promote conservative policy ideas.
Meet the ladies who will be making their Bollywood debuts soon.
The Indian Idol star tried to defend Prajakta Shukre, who was in an accident, and got beaten up by the locals.
Bollywood's proud parents attended a screening of short films written and directed by the IB film students of Singapore International School at the Light Box Preview Theatre in Santa Cruz, a western suburb of Mumbai, on Saturday.
Vice President Mike Pence said Trump had authorised a ban on entry of foreign nationals who travelled to Iran in the last 14 days. The United States also advised its citizens not to travel to parts of South Korea and Italy, from where reports of coronavirus have appeared.
A look at the glamorous celebs on the red carpet.
Spain goalkeeper Iker Casillas won praise from both winning and losing coaches on Saturday for saves that proved decisive in sending the European champions to the World Cup semi-finals.
A K Hangal is going through an unfortunate financial condition. We take a look.
The parties never end in Bollywood!
The good, bad and ugly looks from the celebrity circus.
Here's what the critics have to say about the Slumdog star's role in Woody Allen's You Will Meet A Tall Dark Stranger.
Wimbedon, which is considered as the top tennis tournament in the world is drawing to it's business end. Like every year, 2016 also witnessed several celebrities taking centre stage at the SW19 courts. Football icon David Beckham and Hollywood Bradley Cooper were among those watching Roger Federer against Marin Cilic on Wednesday. Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge was seen cheering from the royal box when Serena Williams cruised past Elena Vesnina in the women's semi-final on Thursday.
Rediff.com's Ufaque Paikar spoke to women from the Muslim community to learn their views on Shiv Sena seeking a ban on burqa. Though reluctant to appear before the camera, understandably, they were not short of words to slam the Sena's obnoxious call.
Paraguay aim to extend the South American dominance gripping the World Cup when they face Slovakia on Sunday looking for goals but are wary of being caught out on the counter-attack.
Reinaldo da Cruz Oliveira struck a hat-trick as FC Goa secured their place in the semi-final of the Indian Super League (ISL) with a record 5-1 win over Kerala Blasters, in Kochi on Sunday.
Suburban rail traffic between Dadar and Matunga was temporarily halted after a tree fell over a Dadar-bound train. Local trains on the Western and harbour lines are also running late by 10 to 15 minutes.
It is likely that politicians, or their benamis, have bought a fair amount of land before the decision to build an airport in Navi Mumbai was announced.
Shazahn will be acting in the Anjana Productions untitled film along with Ram Charan Teja and Genelia D'Souza directed by Bhaskar (of Bommarillu, Parugu fame).
Aamir Khan introduces his friends to PK.
"It would be wonderful if they (India and Pakistan) get along," Trump said.
Former technology executive Carly Fiorina formally entered the 2016 United States presidential race on Monday.
Top social media posts from your favourite celebrities.
The hits and misses of the week.
Paraguay will not settle for less than topping Group F ahead of world champions Italy following their victory over Slovakia on Sunday, striker Roque Santa Cruz said.
The earthquake was the most powerful recorded in Mexico in a hundred years and sent people running out on to the streets of Mexico City.
Two-term Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal, the first ever Indian-American to be elected as a state Governor, is among the shortlisted candidates for Trump's Cabinet, according to a media report.
Bengali heartthrob Jisshu Sengupta lands a meaty role in Shoojit Sircar's Piku.
Rediff.com presents the most popular flag bearers. Take a look...
It doesn't always happen to someone else. Here's why it's better to be safe rather than sorry.
Manchester City recorded a loss of 92.6million pounds in the year to May 31 2009 - the biggest annual loss ever reported by an English football club.
Despite it all, the participants, from across the American continent, show up as they vie for the medals and glory. Along the way, they give us some moments that are captured for posterity. Here are some eye-catching scenes from the Pan Am Games...
