News for 'Federal Bureau of Investigation'

It is possible California shootings were terror-related, says Obama

It is possible California shootings were terror-related, says Obama

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

US President Barack Obama on Thursday did not rule out the possibility that the California shooting that killed 14 people was a terrorist act.

Cruise raid: Wankhede presents his version before NCB vigilance panel

Cruise raid: Wankhede presents his version before NCB vigilance panel

Rediff.com13 Feb 2022

Wankhede presented his version and official documents related to the raid, which took place in October last year at the international cruise terminal in Mumbai, before NCB deputy director general for the northern region Gyaneshwar Singh.

MH370 recovery chief to lead Australia's MH17 probe

MH370 recovery chief to lead Australia's MH17 probe

Rediff.com21 Jul 2014

A former Australian defence official, who headed the search for the missing Malaysian jet MH370 in the Indian Ocean, will lead Australia's MH17 plane investigation and recovery operation in Ukraine.

Clinton blames 'Russian' plot, FBI e-mail probe for poll loss

Clinton blames 'Russian' plot, FBI e-mail probe for poll loss

Rediff.com17 Dec 2016

Clinton has blamed her presidential election loss on the "unprecedented" events of Russian cyber hacking and the Federal Bureau of Investigation's probe into her use of her personal e-mail server.

E-mail server row: Hillary walks free, Republicans fume

E-mail server row: Hillary walks free, Republicans fume

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

In a big relief to Hillary Clinton, Attorney General Loretta Lynch has said the Democratic presidential candidate would not face any charges over allegations that she violated rules by using a private email server while she was US Secretary of State.

CBI takes charge of wrestler Narsingh's dope case

CBI takes charge of wrestler Narsingh's dope case

Rediff.com16 Sep 2016

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) said that the CBI has started its probe into the doping scandal of dope-tainted wrestler Narsingh Yadav after the PMO referred his case to the investigation agency.

FBI source had contact with Osama in 1993: Report

FBI source had contact with Osama in 1993: Report

Rediff.com26 Feb 2014

The Federal Bureau of Investigation placed a source in direct contact with Osama bin Laden in 1993 and ascertained that the Al Qaeda leader was looking to finance terror attacks in the United States, according to a media report.

Dreaded El Chapo's wife is a beauty queen

Dreaded El Chapo's wife is a beauty queen

Rediff.com17 Jul 2015

Aispuro, the American-born wife of the fugitive drug lord Joaqun 'El Chapo' Guzman is a former beauty queen who married the billionaire cartel boss as a teen.

Pichai backs Apple in battle over unlocking terrorist's iPhone

Pichai backs Apple in battle over unlocking terrorist's iPhone

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

Leading Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz supported the FBI on the issue.

The match was fixed: Imran again blames US for his ouster

The match was fixed: Imran again blames US for his ouster

Rediff.com17 Apr 2022

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan reiterated his allegations of a foreign conspiracy behind his ouster and said he knew that the 'match was fixed' when a no-confidence motion was moved against him.

'Absolutely unacceptable': US condemns attack on Indian consulate

'Absolutely unacceptable': US condemns attack on Indian consulate

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

Raising pro-Khalistan slogans, the protesters on Sunday broke open the makeshift security barriers raised by the city police and installed two so-called Khalistan flags inside the Consulate premises. Two consulate personnel soon removed these flags.

Huge cash seized from another flat of Bengal minister's aide

Huge cash seized from another flat of Bengal minister's aide

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday conducted raids in three locations in and around Kolkata and again recovered large stacks of cash from a flat linked to Arpita Mukherjee, considered a close associate of arrested West Bengal Industry Minister Partha Chatterjee.

Mueller says Russia probe didn't exonerate Trump

Mueller says Russia probe didn't exonerate Trump

Rediff.com30 May 2019

Mueller, who investigated into ties between Russia and the Trump campaign, resigned on Wednesday.

Sushant death: NCB files criminal case against Rhea, others

Sushant death: NCB files criminal case against Rhea, others

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

They said various sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS) have been pressed in the complaint filed by the federal anti-drugs agency on an official reference received from the Enforcement Directorate (ED).

Clinton 'confident' over new FBI email probe

Clinton 'confident' over new FBI email probe

Rediff.com29 Oct 2016

During a rare press conference, Clinton said that it is incumbent on the FBI to clarify the issue.

Will US President Trump be impeached?

Will US President Trump be impeached?

Rediff.com17 May 2017

A Democratic lawmaker has called for impeachment of United States President Donald Trump for his alleged involvement in obstruction of justice, after news reports revealed that he had asked the Federal Bureau of Investigation to stop investigations against former national security advisor Michael Flynn.

New Islamic State video threatens Paris-style attack on Washington

New Islamic State video threatens Paris-style attack on Washington

Rediff.com17 Nov 2015

A man identified as "Al Karar the Iraqi", threatened the 'crusader' nations who are fighting together against the IS and the US capital was specifically singled out.

US admits attack on Sikh was a hate crime

US admits attack on Sikh was a hate crime

Rediff.com10 Mar 2017

US national Deep Rai, 39, was working on his vehicle outside his home in Kent on March 3 when he was approached by a stranger, who first argued with Rai, and then shot him in the arm.

Day after bombing, New Jersey rocked by explosion

Day after bombing, New Jersey rocked by explosion

Rediff.com19 Sep 2016

The explosion was the second in New Jersey since Sunday. It came as developments continued moving quickly more than 24 hours after a bombing injured 29 people in Manhattan.

Clinton's troubles escalate as FBI reviews new 650,000 emails

Clinton's troubles escalate as FBI reviews new 650,000 emails

Rediff.com31 Oct 2016

Over 650,000 emails have been found on a laptop shared by Hillary Clinton's close aide and her husband as the Democratic presidential nominee's woes escalated just over a week before the election with the Federal Bureau of Investigation set to review the newly-discovered data.

India-baiting US diplomat Robin Raphel under probe

India-baiting US diplomat Robin Raphel under probe

Rediff.com7 Nov 2014

'It's unclear whether she is the target of the investigation, or what agents were searching for. The officials said it is an ongoing investigation and no charges have been filed,' reports CNN.com, while the Post adds that "the exact nature of the investigation involving Raphel remains unclear. She has not been charged.'

MH370: Relatives announce $5 mn for whistle-blower

MH370: Relatives announce $5 mn for whistle-blower

Rediff.com8 Jun 2014

Distraught relatives of several passengers aboard Flight MH370 on Sunday launched a $5 million (about Rs 29.48 crore) reward to "entice" a whistle-blower who can provide key information and help their search to trace the Malaysian jet that vanished mysteriously three months ago.

California mass shooters may have been radicalised: Obama

California mass shooters may have been radicalised: Obama

Rediff.com5 Dec 2015

Obama also renewed his call to for tightening gun control measures.

US poll: '2 million Hindus key voting bloc in swing states'

US poll: '2 million Hindus key voting bloc in swing states'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

"Voting is our Dharma, and it's at the heart of our society," said Amit Jani, Biden Campaign National AAPI director.

CBI summons Sisodia for questioning in excise case, AAP fears arrest

CBI summons Sisodia for questioning in excise case, AAP fears arrest

Rediff.com16 Oct 2022

The AAP claimed that Sisodia would be arrested on Monday and alleged the move was initiated in view of the forthcoming assembly elections in Gujarat where it is in a direct contest with the BJP.

Trump orders FBI probe of Kavanaugh, Senate confirmation in doubt

Trump orders FBI probe of Kavanaugh, Senate confirmation in doubt

Rediff.com29 Sep 2018

The Federal Bureau of Investigation has been asked to complete its investigation in a week, meaning the confirmation of Kavanaugh, 53, as Supreme Court judge would be delayed by at least a week.

NY blast suspect arrested after shootout with cops

NY blast suspect arrested after shootout with cops

Rediff.com19 Sep 2016

Ahmad Khan Rahami, the man suspected in bombings in New York and New Jersey, is now in custody after a shootout with police, CNN reported.

California shooters spoke of jihad while dating, reveals FBI

California shooters spoke of jihad while dating, reveals FBI

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

"San Bernardino involved two killers who were radicalised for quite a long time before their attack," FBI Director James Comey said.

Trump wants death for NY attacker, terror charges slapped

Trump wants death for NY attacker, terror charges slapped

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

Saipov was charged with providing material support to the Islamic State group and violence and destruction of motor vehicles.

Israeli embassy, Jewish establishments in India on Lashkar target list?

Israeli embassy, Jewish establishments in India on Lashkar target list?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

Security has been heightened at the Israeli embassy, consulates and other Jewish establishments in several states following intelligence inputs that terror groups like Lashker-e-Tayiba may target them.

FBI joins probe into Sikh man's shooting; US assures India of speedy justice

FBI joins probe into Sikh man's shooting; US assures India of speedy justice

Rediff.com6 Mar 2017

The United States on Monday assured India of "speedy justice" to the Indian-American victims of hate-related crimes as the Indian envoy here reached out to the State Department to convey his "deep concerns" over such tragic incidents.

FBI paid more than $1 million for San Bernardino iPhone 'hack'

FBI paid more than $1 million for San Bernardino iPhone 'hack'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2016

The Federal Bureau of Investigation Director James Comey said the money was worth it.

'Absolute chaotic disaster': Obama on Trump's COVID-19 response

'Absolute chaotic disaster': Obama on Trump's COVID-19 response

Rediff.com10 May 2020

The United States is the worst affected country in the world from the coronavirus infection. There are 1.3 million coronavirus cases in the country and the death toll stands at 78,000.

NIA seeks limited access to Headley, Rana

NIA seeks limited access to Headley, Rana

Rediff.com28 Aug 2013

The National Investigation Agency, probing the conspiracy angle in 26/11 Mumbai attacks, will be holding a video conferencing with the US's Department of Justice for providing "limited access" to alleged Lashkar-e-Tayiba terrorist David Headley and his accomplice Tahawwur Rana.

West Bengal's power to withhold consent to CBI not absolute: Centre to SC

West Bengal's power to withhold consent to CBI not absolute: Centre to SC

Rediff.com22 Oct 2021

The Centre has told the Supreme Court that West Bengal's power to withhold consent to the Central Bureau of Investigation is not absolute and the probe agency is entitled to carry out investigations that are being carried out against Central government employees or have a pan-India impact.

Drugs probe: NCB may summon Deepika Padukone if needed

Drugs probe: NCB may summon Deepika Padukone if needed

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

The official said the NCB might also summon actors Rakul Preet Singh and Sara Ali Khan, and designer Simone Khambatta this week.

WH denounces 'coward' senators for rejecting gun control bills

WH denounces 'coward' senators for rejecting gun control bills

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

Four bills -- two proposed by Republicans and two by Democrats -- went down to defeat in the US Senate late on Monday.

Drugs on cruise case: NCB vigilance team visits cruise terminal

Drugs on cruise case: NCB vigilance team visits cruise terminal

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

The four-five member team, led by NCB's Deputy Director General (northern region) Gyaneshwar Singh, is also likely to visit a few other places and will also record the statement of Prabhakar Sail, an independent witness in the case.

Sunanda case: Pakistani journalist Mehr Tarar questioned

Sunanda case: Pakistani journalist Mehr Tarar questioned

Rediff.com18 Jul 2016

Tarar's questioning took place in February for over two hours.

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'.