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Indian shot dead in Kansas bar, shooter yelled 'get out of my country'

Indian shot dead in Kansas bar, shooter yelled 'get out of my country'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2017

Adam Purinton, the shooter who is a navy veteran, later told a bartender in Clinton, Missouri, where he was hiding that he had killed two Middle Eastern persons.

Watergate scandal: 'Deep Throat' dies

Watergate scandal: 'Deep Throat' dies

Rediff.com19 Dec 2008

Mark Felt, famously known as Deep Throat, the mysterious FBI source behind the exposure of the Watergate scandal that brought down the then US President Richard Nixon, has died. He was 95.

Pak woman held for attempted murder of US soldiers

Pak woman held for attempted murder of US soldiers

Rediff.com5 Aug 2008

Thirty-six year old Aafia Saddiqui, a neuroscientist trained in US, who was arrested in New York after being brought from Afghanistan on Monday evening, will be produced before a court on Wednesday, South District of New York Attorney Michael J Garcia said.

Karkare believed we should stand up for our rights

Karkare believed we should stand up for our rights

Rediff.com12 Dec 2008

Trial lawyer Naresh Gehi once took on the Federal Bureau of Investigation when the agency jailed an Indian American because his name and date of birth matched with those of a suspected terrorist. Gehi tenaciously fought the case against the FBI and eventually got him freed.

The confession of a caught terrorist

The confession of a caught terrorist

Rediff.com11 Dec 2008

Mohammad Ajmal Amir Qasab, 21, is a resident of Faridkot, Tehsil, Dipalpur Dist -Ukada, State -Suba Punjab, Pakistan, is a labour by occupation, according to his confession statement.

Destruction of CIA tapes: Probe ordered

Destruction of CIA tapes: Probe ordered

Rediff.com3 Jan 2008

In a setback to the Bush administration, the US Justice Department has ordered a formal criminal probe into the destruction of CIA interrogation tapes of terror suspects under the supervision of a federal prosecutor.

Review: The X Files: I Wanted To Believe

Review: The X Files: I Wanted To Believe

Rediff.com26 Sep 2008

Maybe the die-hard fans would enjoy watching Mulder and Scully doing their thing one more time. The rest of us are better off waiting for it to come out on DVD. Or skipping it all together.

Trump says getting closer to declare national emergency

Trump says getting closer to declare national emergency

Rediff.com2 Feb 2019

He also accused US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi of being very rigid and doing bad politics.

Sikh man called 'terrorist' by NY driver who ran truck over him

Sikh man called 'terrorist' by NY driver who ran truck over him

Rediff.com6 Aug 2014

A Sikh man, critically injured after being hit by a truck, was called a "terrorist" by the attacker, victim's wife said, demanding justice for him and terming the assault as an attack on her community.

Al Qaeda to call for WMD attack on West

Al Qaeda to call for WMD attack on West

Rediff.com28 May 2008

FBI spokesperson Richard Kolko told ABC News in an email that 'there have been several reports that Al Qaeda will release a new message calling for the use of weapons of mass destruction against civilians.'

We want cricket, not cellphone commercials

We want cricket, not cellphone commercials

Rediff.com23 Apr 2008

Raja Sen rants against the unending ads that spoil our cricket games.

Indian-American filmmaker indicted for campaign finance fraud

Indian-American filmmaker indicted for campaign finance fraud

Rediff.com24 Jan 2014

Indian-American filmmaker Dinesh D'Souza, who had made a documentary on US President Barack Obama, has been indicted on charges of violating federal campaign finance laws.

Ant-Man and the Wasp Review: Fast, fizzy, fun!

Ant-Man and the Wasp Review: Fast, fizzy, fun!

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

The smile stays on long after you've left the theatre, says Sukanya Verma.

'Do we belong here', asks wife of Indian shot dead by American

'Do we belong here', asks wife of Indian shot dead by American

Rediff.com25 Feb 2017

She said she now wonders what will the US government do to stop hate crimes against minorities.

US charges N Korean programmer with WannaCry, other cyberattacks

US charges N Korean programmer with WannaCry, other cyberattacks

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Park is charged with one count of conspiracy to commit computer fraud and abuse and one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud.

Why I hope Hillary loses

Why I hope Hillary loses

Rediff.com8 Nov 2016

'Hillary Clinton is no friend of India,' says Rajeev Srinivasan. 'Not that Trump is necessarily one, but at least he gets the benefit of the doubt.'

US charges China's army officers with cyber theft

US charges China's army officers with cyber theft

Rediff.com20 May 2014

Reflecting concern about Internet security, the United States has said it won't tolerate government-sponsored cyber theft of trade secrets even as it brought cyber-espionage charges against China's five military officers for allegedly stealing classified corporate information.

Trump is CEO of the country, can fire anyone: Haley

Trump is CEO of the country, can fire anyone: Haley

Rediff.com15 May 2017

Asked whether the president sought a pledge of loyalty from her, Haley replied, 'No'.

Blatter stands down as FIFA president

Blatter stands down as FIFA president

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

Sepp Blatter resigned as FIFA president on Tuesday, four days after being re-elected to a fifth term.

Why is the IAF still buying fighter jets?

Why is the IAF still buying fighter jets?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

'We spent Rs 59,000 crore on acquiring 36 Rafales and we do not know if we will ever use them. The chances are that we never will,' argues Aakar Patel.

Dawood Ibrahim's aide Iqbal Mirchi dies in UK

Dawood Ibrahim's aide Iqbal Mirchi dies in UK

Rediff.com15 Aug 2013

Underworld don Dawood Ibrahim's close aide Iqbal Mirchi, an accused in the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case, died of a heart attack in London on Wednesday night.

What does the nation get out of the CBI?

What does the nation get out of the CBI?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

'What does the nation get out of the CBI's fabulous infrastructure? Very little that is useful.'

Review: American Hustle is a big, brassy ride

Review: American Hustle is a big, brassy ride

Rediff.com17 Jan 2014

'David O Russell delivers an over-the-top film in his dynamically striking style,' says Raja Sen about Oscar frontrunner American Hustle.

Keeping your kids safe online

Keeping your kids safe online

Rediff.com25 Oct 2007

Sexual predators are scary, but the bigger threat may be what your kids do by accident.

This week's biggest release: Salman Khan

This week's biggest release: Salman Khan

Rediff.com8 May 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

'Al Qaeda cell on way to US to commit terror act'

'Al Qaeda cell on way to US to commit terror act'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2007

In light of the intelligence input, the White House has convened an urgent multi-agency meeting on Wednesday to consider steps needed to minimize the threat and harden the security for government buildings.

India at risk of communal violence before LS election: US spymaster

India at risk of communal violence before LS election: US spymaster

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

If the ruling BJP stresses on Hindu nationalist themes ahead of the general election in May, there will be communal violence'

FIFA scam: Morocco denies bribe allegations over 1998 World Cup bid

FIFA scam: Morocco denies bribe allegations over 1998 World Cup bid

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

US authorities are investigating corruption at FIFA, soccer's global governing body, while Swiss prosecutors have announced their own criminal inquiry into the 2018 and 2022 bids awarded, respectively, to Russia and Qatar.

US probes Nike payments under Brazil football deal

US probes Nike payments under Brazil football deal

Rediff.com13 Jun 2015

US authorities are examining payments made by Nike Inc under a 1996 football sponsorship deal with Brazil.

Kansas shooting: Indian-American engineer's killer thought he killed 'Iranians'

Kansas shooting: Indian-American engineer's killer thought he killed 'Iranians'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2017

How a chilling 911 call from a bartender led to the arrest of Adam Purinton, the man who killed Srinivas Kuchibhotla and injured Alok Madasani and Ian Grillot.

NRI indicted for selling top secret info

NRI indicted for selling top secret info

Rediff.com9 Nov 2005

Indian American indicted for selling federal government secrets

Ten truly amazing robberies

Ten truly amazing robberies

Rediff.com16 Feb 2007

Average take? $139.1 million.

Indian arrested in US for luring teen for sex

Indian arrested in US for luring teen for sex

Rediff.com30 Jan 2007

Kishor Patel, 39, made plans to meet the girl at a mall during the online discussions initiated by him and then take her somewhere for sex, officials alleged.

US commandos raid hideouts in Africa, nab top Qaeda leader

US commandos raid hideouts in Africa, nab top Qaeda leader

Rediff.com6 Oct 2013

In daring raids, US commandos have captured a fugitive al-Qaeda leader from the streets of Libya and raided the seaside villa of an al-Shabaab militant in Somalia, signalling America's determination to pursue dreaded terrorists abroad.

New York bombing suspect charged with supporting terrorism

New York bombing suspect charged with supporting terrorism

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

Akayed Ullah had no criminal record back home, a police official said, even as Dhaka vowed "zero tolerance" against terrorism.

Osama's son 'bent on avenging his father's death'

Osama's son 'bent on avenging his father's death'

Rediff.com13 May 2017

Ali Soufan, the former FBI agent who was the bureau's lead investigator of Al Qaeda after the 9/11 attacks, told CBS News the letters reveal Hamza to be a young man who adores his father and wants to carry on his murderous ideology.

White House faces criminal probe

White House faces criminal probe

Rediff.com1 Oct 2003

The FBI is investigating whether Bush's chief political and strategic adviser Karl Rowe was among those who blew the cover of CIA operative Valerie Plame.

'If Musharraf falls, mullahs will take over'

'If Musharraf falls, mullahs will take over'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2005

Answering a question, Williams said, "Muslim nations are paying money to individuals who can influence decisions in their favour.

Why Osama is not named in 9/11 case

Why Osama is not named in 9/11 case

Rediff.com28 Aug 2006

Osama bin Laden was put on 'The Ten Most Wanted' list in June 1999 after being indicted for murder, conspiracy and other charges in connection with the embassy bombings, and a $ 5 million reward was put on his head at that time.