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India must prepare for the Taliban threat

India must prepare for the Taliban threat

Rediff.com24 Jul 2021

The Taliban will view India through the eyes of the ISI and can be relied upon to undertake hostile actions against this country, warns Virendra Kapoor.

Modi all set for tryst with Silicon Valley CEOs

Modi all set for tryst with Silicon Valley CEOs

Rediff.com26 Sep 2015

He will visit the campuses of iconic Tesla, Facebook and Google

Indians see China, not Pak as their greatest threat: US Congressman

Indians see China, not Pak as their greatest threat: US Congressman

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

"China creeps towards hegemony in Asia, threatens India's borders, and treats other countries as junior partners, Indian-American Congressman Ro Khanna said.

Don't misinterpret: Jaishankar on PM's 'Trump Sarkar' remark

Don't misinterpret: Jaishankar on PM's 'Trump Sarkar' remark

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

'We have a very nonpartisan (approach to domestics US politics). So, our sort of approach to whatever happens in this country is their politics, not our politics'

Activists alerted NCW about Manipur horror a month ago but...

Activists alerted NCW about Manipur horror a month ago but...

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

More than a month before the horrific video of two women being assaulted publicly in Manipur went viral, activists had informed the National Commission for Women about not only this case but other brutal instances of rape as well, besides incidents of kidnapping, lynching, immolation and even murder in the strife-torn state.

Kansas shooting: All Americans should be outraged, says White House

Kansas shooting: All Americans should be outraged, says White House

Rediff.com10 Mar 2017

"I think we are, as talked about during the campaign and the transition, establishing a deeper relationship with Prime Minister Modi and US-India businesses," White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer told media persons at his daily news conference.

In US Congress, Modi makes strong push for UN reform

In US Congress, Modi makes strong push for UN reform

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Thursday made a strong push for reforming multilateral institutions, including the United Nations, and spoke glowingly of India's ties with the United States, saying the two countries stand at a new dawn in their relationship that will not only shape their destiny but also that of the world.

Indian American Niraj Antani set to become Ohio state Rep

Indian American Niraj Antani set to become Ohio state Rep

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

If elected, Niraj Antani, 23, will be the second Indian American -- after Jay Goyal, who served 3 terms from 2006 from the 73rd District -- in the Ohio House. George Joseph reports

Taliban's Resurgence: Threat to India

Taliban's Resurgence: Threat to India

Rediff.com17 Jul 2021

The Taliban's rise will see an increase in infiltration on India's western border and terrorist groups in Pakistan will get funding from the Taliban, warns Brigadier Rajamani Kannan (retd).

The man fighting for Americans to learn the truth about Hinduism

The man fighting for Americans to learn the truth about Hinduism

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

'For years American academia has used the concerns about Hindutva in India to almost completely trash the concept of Hinduism.' 'In the American debate, Wendy Doniger's point of views perpetuated Hinduphobia.' 'Americans were willing to change... Indian intellectuals let us down badly.'

Sikh-Americans meet Modi, discuss passport, visa issues

Sikh-Americans meet Modi, discuss passport, visa issues

Rediff.com28 Sep 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the United States hasn't been all rosy with a Sikh group protesting his visit and also securing a summons against the Indian PM in the 2002 Gujarat riots case. However, in the face of these protests, a group of Sikhs in New York met with the PM and expressed solidarity with him on Saturday.

Modi's US visit: India Inc still guessing on delegation

Modi's US visit: India Inc still guessing on delegation

Rediff.com23 Sep 2014

No business delegation has been cleared yet for Prime Minister Narendra Modi 's visit to America from Friday.

American who tried to stop Kansas shooting says 'happy to risk my life'

American who tried to stop Kansas shooting says 'happy to risk my life'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2017

In a video posted on the University of Kansas Health System's YouTube page, 24-year-old Ian Grillot said, "I was more than happy to risk my life to save the lives of others, there were families, there were kids inside there were boys watching a basketball game". "I couldn't stand there. I had to do something. That is why I acted the way I did," the construction worker said.

'Your faith in me brought me to this moment': Kamala remembers mom

'Your faith in me brought me to this moment': Kamala remembers mom

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

Harris remembered her late mother Shyamala Gopalan, a cancer researcher and civil rights activist from India, saying she has always carried that lesson from her mother with her throughout her career from serving as the first woman District Attorney of San Francisco, to the first woman Attorney General of California, and the first woman of colour to represent California in the United States Senate.

Minister promises to solve OCI card problems

Minister promises to solve OCI card problems

Rediff.com12 Nov 2009

The minister for Overseas Indian Affairs says he is aware of the problems expatriates face when they travel to India with their Overseas Citizen of India cards.

Deepika@Cannes: 'Big moment for India'

Deepika@Cannes: 'Big moment for India'

Rediff.com17 May 2022

'To see India being recognized at a global level at a platform like this... 'I think it says a lot about where we are as a nation and the road ahead for us as a nation.'

How India can produce champion sportstars

How India can produce champion sportstars

Rediff.com18 May 2022

Kapil said the mentality of Indian parents towards sports has changed drastically over the years, but more needs to be done.

Google CEO Sundar Pichai receives Padma Bhushan in US

Google CEO Sundar Pichai receives Padma Bhushan in US

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

Indian-American Pichai was awarded the Padma Bhushan for 2022 in the Trade and Industry category.

Ukraine: India votes against Russia at UNSC

Ukraine: India votes against Russia at UNSC

Rediff.com25 Aug 2022

India for the first time on Wednesday voted against Russia during a "procedural vote" at the United Nations Security Council on Ukraine, as the 15-member powerful UN body invited Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to address a meeting through a video tele-conference.

Does US Want India-China Ties Boiling?

Does US Want India-China Ties Boiling?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2021

Washington is signalling to Delhi that it can rely on American support in any great game vis-a-vis China. Delhi shouldn't fall into the trap, argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Modi's welcome ceremony at White House to be one of the biggest

Modi's welcome ceremony at White House to be one of the biggest

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

The first state visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the US is likely to be a defining moment for Indo-US relationship and both sides are working on a robust outcome document that may take up matters that would decide the contour of the bilateral ties for decades to come, according to people familiar with the planning of the high-profile trip.

Suniel Shetty to be grand marshall at NYC's I-Day parade

Suniel Shetty to be grand marshall at NYC's I-Day parade

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

The annual cultural extravaganza will run through several streets of Madison Avenue in the heart of Manhattan, featuring tableaux by various Indian-American organisations, marching bands, police contingents and cultural performances by young Indian-American children.

US lawmakers line up to greet PM Modi at Silicon Valley

US lawmakers line up to greet PM Modi at Silicon Valley

Rediff.com26 Sep 2015

Several members of Congress are confirmed to be in attendance for the Prime Minister's address to a diverse crowd of 18,500 people.

Covid surge in India heartbreaking, US determined to help: Kamala Harris

Covid surge in India heartbreaking, US determined to help: Kamala Harris

Rediff.com7 May 2021

Describing the surge of COVID-19 infections and deaths in India as 'nothing short of heartbreaking', Vice President Kamala Harris said on Friday that India's welfare is critically important to the US.

May 21 fateful day for Rajat Gupta, Dharun Ravi

May 21 fateful day for Rajat Gupta, Dharun Ravi

Rediff.com13 May 2012

May 21 promises to be a crucial day for the Indian-American community as one of corporate America's most prominent India-born executives is scheduled to go on trial here while miles away a New Jersey court is to decide the fate of a Chennai native convicted of a hate crime.

PM thanks Americans and heads home after seven-day trip

PM thanks Americans and heads home after seven-day trip

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

"My USA (trip) demonstrates the extraordinary depth and diversity of our relationship. A lot of ground has been covered in these few days (sic)," Modi tweeted before his departure.

Over 7,000 Indian-Americans to be hit after Trump scraps 'Dreamers' programme

Over 7,000 Indian-Americans to be hit after Trump scraps 'Dreamers' programme

Rediff.com5 Sep 2017

India ranks 11th among countries of origin for Deferred Action for Children Arrival students.

India keen to put the economy back on track: Modi

India keen to put the economy back on track: Modi

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

Modi, after having addressed nearly 20,000 people of the Indian community at a rock-star style event in Madison Square Garden, spoke briefly to the select gathering of eminent men and women and underscored his government's focus and efforts to move forward on development and make India a magnet of investment.

Indian-American Vivek Murthy becomes youngest surgeon general

Indian-American Vivek Murthy becomes youngest surgeon general

Rediff.com16 Dec 2014

Thirty-seven-year-old Indian-American physician Vivek Hallegere Murthy has been confirmed as the 19th surgeon general of America by the United States senate. He is youngest person and first person of Indian-origin to hold the post.

Trump came, Trump saw, Trump conquered Hindu Americans

Trump came, Trump saw, Trump conquered Hindu Americans

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

'I'm a big fan of Hindu and a big fan of India -- big, big fan.'

Obama's protege Kamala headed for 'landslide win'

Obama's protege Kamala headed for 'landslide win'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2016

Kamala Harris, California's Attorney General who is on the cusp of becoming the first Indian-American Senator in the US Congress, may push for strong India-US ties as a protege of President Barack Obama.

Modi's guarantee in LS: NDA will cross 400 seats, BJP 370+

Modi's guarantee in LS: NDA will cross 400 seats, BJP 370+

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed confidence that the NDA will get more than 400 seats and the BJP will win at least 370 seats in the Lok Sabha elections.

17 Indian-American-led firms in top list

17 Indian-American-led firms in top list

Rediff.com11 Oct 2007

All the 50 company CEOs, including the 17 companies headed by Indian Americans, were honored at a gala awards ceremony last month.

'Oak Creek gurdwara shooting is an American tragedy'

'Oak Creek gurdwara shooting is an American tragedy'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2013

Nearly a thousand people from different faiths gathered today to pay homage to the six Sikh worshippers gunned down inside a Gurdwara by a white supremacist here last year, as a sea of candles and emotional tributes marked the tragic incident's anniversary.

Kejriwal drums up Indian-American support via videoconference

Kejriwal drums up Indian-American support via videoconference

Rediff.com25 Oct 2013

Aam Aadmi Party founder Arvind Kejriwal reached out to Indian Americans in the Bay Area via videoconference last week.

India working with S Africa, Namibia for translocating more cheetahs

India working with S Africa, Namibia for translocating more cheetahs

Rediff.com18 Sep 2022

When asked if the African cheetahs will adapt easily to the Indian habitat, she said that the species are adaptable and India has a history of their presence.

PM invites Indians worldwide to return home

PM invites Indians worldwide to return home

Rediff.com26 Nov 2009

Prime Minister Singh highlighted the five Es -- economy, energy, environment, education and empowerment -- that forms a critical part of the 'next phase' of the relationship between the two countries.

US prez candidate Jindal says India desperate for US leadership

US prez candidate Jindal says India desperate for US leadership

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

Republican presidential aspirant Bobby Jindal has sought steps by the United States to take the mantel of global leadership saying even non-aligned nations like India and Vietnam are desperate and hungry for American leadership.

Modi is a rock star, cheers MSG

Modi is a rock star, cheers MSG

Rediff.com28 Sep 2014

Hours before Narendra Modi takes the stage at Madison Square Garden, fans thronged in thousands to the venue to catch their seats at the arena.