News for 'India Abroad Special'

Breakfast recipe: How to make Strawberry Cream Pancake

Breakfast recipe: How to make Strawberry Cream Pancake

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

Reshma Aslam tells us how to gourmet up our next breakfast with pancakes.

It's an honour extended to 1.25 billion people: Modi

It's an honour extended to 1.25 billion people: Modi

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

Talking about his reception in the US, the prime minister said, "Whenever I have come here, I have had opportunities to meet senators, Congressmen, and they always received me with a lot of affection and spoken to me very openly."

In tight Congressional race, desi Ami Bera gets backing from Obamas

In tight Congressional race, desi Ami Bera gets backing from Obamas

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

Hours before the crucial United States mid-term polls, Congressman Ami Bera's re-election campaign got a shot in the arm with First Lady Michelle Obama appealing to voters in California seat, where the Indian-American is locked in a tight contest, to vote for him.

PE firm Multiples looks to raise $10 billion by 2030

PE firm Multiples looks to raise $10 billion by 2030

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

Of the amount, the home-grown private equity player founded by Renuka Ramnath plans to deploy $8 billion in various companies as part of its blueprint for growth.

Covid: Centre allocates foreign aid to states, UTs

Covid: Centre allocates foreign aid to states, UTs

Rediff.com4 May 2021

The Union health ministry on Tuesday said that aid received from other countries has been distributed in different states to help deal with the rising number of COVID-19 cases.

This Eggless Mango Mousse: #Yum!

This Eggless Mango Mousse: #Yum!

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

It's the king of fruit and this is the season, so enjoy this special aam dessert. Share your recipes too!

9 standing ovations and a sea of applause: How Modi was received at the Capitol

9 standing ovations and a sea of applause: How Modi was received at the Capitol

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his over four-hour visit to the US Capitol established a personal rapport with top lawmakers and seems to have won over his critics.

Budget may open window for big-ticket foreign investments

Budget may open window for big-ticket foreign investments

Rediff.com26 Jan 2021

The Centre plans to create a special window for strategically important investors such as sovereign wealth funds and pension funds that wish to invest over Rs 3,000 crore through a single transaction.

Australian government cancels Djokovic visa again

Australian government cancels Djokovic visa again

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

The Australian government cancelled Novak Djokovic's visa for a second time on Friday, saying the World No 1, unvaccinated for COVID-19, may pose a risk to the community.

Yasin Malik pleads guilty to all charges in terrorism case

Yasin Malik pleads guilty to all charges in terrorism case

Rediff.com10 May 2022

Separatist leader Mohammad Yasin Malik on Tuesday pleaded guilty to all the charges, including those under the stringent Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), before a Delhi court in a case related to alleged terrorism and secessionist activities that disturbed the Kashmir valley in 2017, court sources said.

Summer pics: It's grazing time

Summer pics: It's grazing time

Rediff.com11 May 2016

Readers share their summer pics.

Memorable meal: The Thukpas in Sikkim were delicious

Memorable meal: The Thukpas in Sikkim were delicious

Rediff.com23 May 2016

Shareen Robin shares pics of the memorable meals she had during her travels.

Pulitzer-prize winning Reuters photographer denied entry back in India

Pulitzer-prize winning Reuters photographer denied entry back in India

Rediff.com28 Dec 2018

McNaughton, an Irish national who won the Pulitzer Prize in May 2018, allegedly travelled to restricted and protected areas in Jammu and Kashmir without permission. He also reported from the state without valid permission.

Breakfast recipe: How to make Sabudana Khichdi

Breakfast recipe: How to make Sabudana Khichdi

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

Rediff reader Reshma Aslam tells us how to prepare on of the most preferred breakfast dishes in India.

Shashi Tharoor joins the corporate world

Shashi Tharoor joins the corporate world

Rediff.com10 May 2007

'Having spent a lifetime in public service, that I should do something that I've never done before, that would stretch me a little bit.'

'China is a backstabber'

'China is a backstabber'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

'Is China's intention not clear?' 'Do we still think that if we are nice to China, it will be good to us?'

Only asymptomatic Indians to fly back home from UAE

Only asymptomatic Indians to fly back home from UAE

Rediff.com6 May 2020

The first two special flights that will operate from Thursday to evacuate Indians stranded in the UAE due to the coronavirus pandemic

PNB fraud: Nirav Modi's sister turns approver; will help ED unearth Rs 579-cr assets

PNB fraud: Nirav Modi's sister turns approver; will help ED unearth Rs 579-cr assets

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

Fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi's sister and brother-in-law have "turned approvers" in the over $2 billion PNB fraud case against him and they will help the Enforcement Directorate confiscate assets worth Rs 579 crore, including Swiss bank deposits, the agency said on Thursday. Forty-nine-year-old Nirav Modi, who is currently lodged in a London jail, his uncle Mehul Choksi and others are being probed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the Punjab National Bank (PNB) money laundering case since 2018. The diamond merchant's younger sister Purvi Modi (47) is a Belgian national while her husband Maiank Mehta is a British citizen. They are stated to be based abroad and have never joined the probe.

'The masterminds are not in India'

'The masterminds are not in India'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2006

Why IIT grads abroad are returning to India

Why IIT grads abroad are returning to India

Rediff.com15 May 2008

Between 1964 and 2001, 35% of IIT graduates moved to America for work or studies. But from 2002 onwards, only 16% have opted for 'one way plane tickets.'

'He was not there to earn money, position or power'

'He was not there to earn money, position or power'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2022

'He always used to say, 'I have taken up this post to preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution and I will do it during the time I am here'.'

India to shore up cruise tourism

India to shore up cruise tourism

Rediff.com9 Feb 2006

Why India needs more ships like INS Jalashwa

Why India needs more ships like INS Jalashwa

Rediff.com29 May 2020

At war, the Jalashwa can carry and launch a full infantry battalion in a single wave. At peace, the Jalashwa can evacuate 1,000 people in a single trip. Ajai Shukla explains why the Indian Navy's new tender for more ships like the Jalashwa must be treated with special urgency.

Why Agarwal is 'excited' to play under coach Dravid

Why Agarwal is 'excited' to play under coach Dravid

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

India batter Mayank Agarwal is keen to pick newly-appointed national team head coach Rahul Dravid's brain once again, having had an enjoyable experience with the approachable Karnataka stalwart while playing for India 'A'.

US-India: Why 2+2 may not always be 4

US-India: Why 2+2 may not always be 4

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

'This is a historic juncture when the US is in great need of an alliance with India to strengthen its hands in the fierce struggle with China in the Asian theatre,' points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

India revokes Zakir Naik's passport

India revokes Zakir Naik's passport

Rediff.com18 Jul 2017

Naik failed to respond to a showcause notice issued to him for personal appearance by July 13.

LIC IPO: Govt to review & simplify FDI policy

LIC IPO: Govt to review & simplify FDI policy

Rediff.com7 Jan 2022

The government is working towards further review and simplification of the foreign direct investment (FDI) policy to facilitate the proposed initial public offering (IPO) of the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC), Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) secretary Anurag Jain said on Thursday. The final decision will be taken by the Cabinet. The industry department is working together with the finance ministry's department of financial services (DFS) and department of investment and public asset management (DIPAM) towards a successful listing of the life insurer on the domestic bourses, which is expected to be the largest in India.

'The Kashmir Files' depicts true history of Kashmir Valley: Gadkari

'The Kashmir Files' depicts true history of Kashmir Valley: Gadkari

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

Speaking on the occasion, Gadkari, the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, said the history of Kashmiri Pandits have a great and rich history.

Flashback: The Indians who have won the Nobel

Flashback: The Indians who have won the Nobel

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

Rights activist Kailash Satyarthi is the eight Indian to win the Nobel Peace Prize. Rediff.com takes a look at other Indians or Indian-origin people, who have been awarded the honour.

Will India manage to get Choksi extradited from Antigua?

Will India manage to get Choksi extradited from Antigua?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2018

India looking at bringing back Choksi under Antiguan law applicable to Commonwealth countries

Vihari batted for three hours with Grade 2 tear at SCG

Vihari batted for three hours with Grade 2 tear at SCG

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

Vihari has a Grade 2 tear which has not only ruled him out of the final game, but also puts him in doubt for the England games

Who is Fahadh Faasil teaming up with?

Who is Fahadh Faasil teaming up with?

Rediff.com6 May 2021

'Satyajit Ray is most relevant even today.'

Vedika's Vegan Thai Red Curry With Veggies and Tofu

Vedika's Vegan Thai Red Curry With Veggies and Tofu

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

This versatile Thai red curry takes any kind of vegetable or protein in it and is served with steamed rice and garnish.

Recipe: How to make delicious condensed milk cookies

Recipe: How to make delicious condensed milk cookies

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

Food blogger Charulata shares her special recipe for condensed milk cookies.

My Beloved Aunt, Lata Mangeshkar

My Beloved Aunt, Lata Mangeshkar

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

'While we conversed in Marathi, she would always make it a point to ask me in English, "Are you okay? Have you eaten?"' 'I sorely miss that care and concern.'

Recipe: Zelda Pande's Pav Bhaji

Recipe: Zelda Pande's Pav Bhaji

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

You would be surprised how wonderful homemade Pav Bhaji tastes and you can monitor the salt and butter.

Rs 100 fare: Air India website was blocked by few sites in India

Rs 100 fare: Air India website was blocked by few sites in India

Rediff.com29 Aug 2014

Air India's website, which went down two days ago after the airline offered a special fare of Rs 100, was apparently blocked by a few sites in India and abroad for a considerable time.