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Video: Indian-Americans protest against visa rules

Video: Indian-Americans protest against visa rules

Rediff.com27 May 2010

Various Indian-American organisations on Wednesday organised a rally in New York protesting against a host of new visa rules -- what they describe as completely unfair -- imposed on Indians in the United States.

Why Dhurandhar Is Unsettling

Why Dhurandhar Is Unsettling

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Dhurandhar does not ask audiences to cheer blindly, notes Kumar Abhishek. It asks them to see how power operates in grey zones, and at moral cost.

India raises H1B visa concerns with US amid interview delays

India raises H1B visa concerns with US amid interview delays

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

India has raised concerns with the United States regarding the cancellation of scheduled H1B visa interviews for Indian applicants due to enhanced vetting measures. Both countries are engaged in discussions to address the disruptions caused by the delays.

Bill Clinton endorses Indian American for Congress

Bill Clinton endorses Indian American for Congress

Rediff.com10 Oct 2012

Dr Ami Bera, the Indian American Democratic Party candidate from a Congressional seat in California, received a big boost to his electoral ambition as he was endorsed by former United States President Bill Clinton.

An eventful year for Indian-American journalists

An eventful year for Indian-American journalists

Rediff.com29 Dec 2009

When the South Asian Journalists Association was formed in 1994, there were only a few Indian-American bylines in the mainstream press, mostly in the business pages. There were some folks in the editing ranks, but they were even fewer in number than the reporters.

Nine Indian Americans in Forbes 'Midas 100'

Nine Indian Americans in Forbes 'Midas 100'

Rediff.com4 May 2012

Nine Indian Americans have made it to the list of 100 dealmakers with "Midas Touch" compiled by the Forbes Magazine.

Indian Americans should stand united, exhorts Rao

Indian Americans should stand united, exhorts Rao

Rediff.com29 Aug 2012

India's Ambassador to the United States, Nirupama Rao, who immediately visited with the victims and families of the Sikh worshippers in the aftermath of the horrific massacre perpetrated by the white supremacist Wade Michael Page in the gurdwara in Oak Creek, Wisconsin on August 5, has exhorted the Indian American community to shed their differences of regionalism, ethnicity, religion, and unite to project a concerted front to protect itself from any future violence and discr

Obama pays tribute to first Indian American Congressman

Obama pays tribute to first Indian American Congressman

Rediff.com9 May 2012

United States President Barack Obama on Tuesday paid rich tribute to late Dalip Singh Saund -- the first Asian American United States Congressman -- and described him as a trailblazer for the entire Asian American and immigrant community.

Indian-American student's family issues video plea

Indian-American student's family issues video plea

Rediff.com9 Apr 2013

"Not knowing Sunil's whereabouts, we feel strongly about communicating with him directly," 22-year-old Indian-American Sunil Tripathi's mother Judy said in the short video.

Should US shut down H-1B visa programme? What Elon Musk said

Should US shut down H-1B visa programme? What Elon Musk said

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk voices strong support for the H1B visa program, highlighting the immense benefit the US has derived from Indian talent and cautioning against shutting it down.

Indian American killed in his California mansion

Indian American killed in his California mansion

Rediff.com5 Dec 2012

Raveesh Ravi Kumra, an Indian American millionaire was killed by intruders who barged into his home in Los Gatos-Monte Sereno, California last Friday.

Indian-American  shot dead in US

Indian-American shot dead in US

Rediff.com16 Aug 2005

A 28-year-old Indian-American was shot dead in a park in Houston by suspected robbers.

Indian American Harris makes prime time address at DNC

Indian American Harris makes prime time address at DNC

Rediff.com6 Sep 2012

California Attorney General Kamala Harris' close friendship with the president, gives her a prime time slot on the second day of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina; in her remarks she bemoans the foreclosure contagion and recalls how proud her mom was when she bought her home. Aziz Haniffa reports

Indian-American named professor of the year

Indian-American named professor of the year

Rediff.com21 Nov 2012

An Indian-American professor of mechanical engineering at the University of South Florida, has been named United States professor of the year by an influential think-tank.

Indian-American entrepreneurs react to Obama's win

Indian-American entrepreneurs react to Obama's win

Rediff.com7 Nov 2012

Majority of Indian community voted for Obama.

'Indian-Americans sleeping giants in US presidential election'

'Indian-Americans sleeping giants in US presidential election'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2016

Indian-Americans can make a "significant difference" in helping first ever woman United States presidential candidate Hillary Clinton break the ultimate glass ceiling.

N-deal: Indian-Americans swing to action again

N-deal: Indian-Americans swing to action again

Rediff.com6 Aug 2008

The influential Indian-American community has swung back to action to push the N-deal ahead.

Indian American scientist quits top energy post

Indian American scientist quits top energy post

Rediff.com16 May 2012

Obama on Tuesday withdrew Majumdar's nomination, which was sent to the Senate on November 30, 2011, the White House said in a statement.

US Vice President Vance defends wife Usha against ethnic slurs

US Vice President Vance defends wife Usha against ethnic slurs

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

US Vice President JD Vance has strongly criticized commentators for making derogatory remarks about his Indian-origin wife, Usha Vance, following racist comments from a right-wing podcaster.

Indian American doctor thanks US, Afghan rescuers

Indian American doctor thanks US, Afghan rescuers

Rediff.com22 Dec 2012

Indian-American doctor Dilip Joseph, who was rescued from Taliban's captivity in a daring operation in Afghanistan has thanked the US and Afghan forces for saving his life, after the physician returned home in Colorado.

Indian American is VP of US co

Indian American is VP of US co

Rediff.com20 Jan 2006

Indian American Piyush Singh has been named as vice president of Cincinnati-based American Financial Group Inc.

3 Indian-Americans win primaries in race for US House of Representatives

3 Indian-Americans win primaries in race for US House of Representatives

Rediff.com5 Sep 2018

Hiral Tipirneni, Anita Malik and Sanjay Patel -- all from the opposition Democratic party -- have won their respective primaries.

Indian-Americans galore at Obama's state dinner

Indian-Americans galore at Obama's state dinner

Rediff.com15 Mar 2012

Several prominent Indian-Americans attended the high-profile White House state dinner hosted by US President Barack Obama in honour of British Prime Minister David Cameron in Washington, DC.

Obama honours three top Indian-American scientists

Obama honours three top Indian-American scientists

Rediff.com23 Oct 2011

United States President Barack Obama has honoured three "extraordinary" Indian-American scientists and nine others with America's top medals for their pioneering work in exploring the very frontiers of human knowledge and making the world a better place.

Rupee plunges 5% in 2025 amid persistent foreign fund outflows, dollar strength

Rupee plunges 5% in 2025 amid persistent foreign fund outflows, dollar strength

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

The rupee slumped 5 per cent in 2025 as persistent capital outflows from foreign investors, alongside heightened dollar demand from importers, making it one of the worst-performing Asian currencies.

Indian American appointed to top Yale position

Indian American appointed to top Yale position

Rediff.com18 Jun 2012

His appointment comes at a time of important expansion and opportunity for Yale SOM.

'No diaspora to match Indian American community in US'

'No diaspora to match Indian American community in US'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2011

Indian American community's activism and energy has made India's caucus on Capitol Hill the most influential, says Robert Blake. Aziz Haniffa reports from Washington DC.

Rupee to grapple incessant volatility in 2026; US trade pact may not be silver bullet

Rupee to grapple incessant volatility in 2026; US trade pact may not be silver bullet

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

The Indian rupee, swaying through multiple headwinds, tiding over global trade disruptions and massive foreign fund outlfows, is unlikely to arrest its descent until tariff impact overhangs, notwithstanding robust domestic macroeconomic tailwinds. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which sees the rupee's depreciation as a silver bullet to offset the tariff shock, expects the currency to find its stable course once India reaches a trade deal with its largest trading partner, the US.

Obama appoints Indian American to key post

Obama appoints Indian American to key post

Rediff.com1 Sep 2012

US President Barack Obama has announced to appoint eminent Indian American, Romesh Wadhwani, to a key administration post by making him board of trustees of the prestigious John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

New visa rules leave Indian Americans fuming

New visa rules leave Indian Americans fuming

Rediff.com17 May 2010

In spite of strong objections from the Indian-American community, the government of India has abruptly introduced another set of rules for those who have taken up United States' citizenship. The websites of the consulates have been publishing new rules and penalties almost every day without any advance notice.It began with the rule that those applying for the Overseas Citizenship of India Card should renounce their Indian citizenship.

Indian-American appointed to key Pentagon position

Indian-American appointed to key Pentagon position

Rediff.com2 May 2012

Indian-American Vikram Singh has been appointed to a key Pentagon position to look after entire South and Southeast Asia.

Indian American abducted, released after ransom

Indian American abducted, released after ransom

Rediff.com10 Feb 2004

A young Indian American businessman, whose family owns a chain of liquor stores in Washington, was kidnapped in the capital area and released the next day after his brother paid $18,000 in ransom, police has said.

India's exports to US up 22.6% to $7 bn in Nov

India's exports to US up 22.6% to $7 bn in Nov

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

After recording negative growth for two consecutive months, India's merchandise exports to the US rose 22.61 per cent to $6.98 billion in November despite steep 50 per cent tariffs on domestic goods, according to commerce ministry data. Imports during the month grew 38.29 per cent to $5.25 billion, the data showed.

Indian American mother accused of drowning baby

Indian American mother accused of drowning baby

Rediff.com13 Mar 2012

A 30-year-old Indian American pharmacist, suffering from postpartum depression, allegedly killed her one-year-old son she hated by drowning him in a bathtub.

Two Indian-Americans on Bush's advisory panel

Two Indian-Americans on Bush's advisory panel

Rediff.com28 May 2004

Dr Akshay Desai from Florida and Joseph Melookaran from Kansas have been chosen by Bush as Commissioners to the President's Advisory Commission on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.

Indian Americans re-elected in Texas polls

Indian Americans re-elected in Texas polls

Rediff.com12 Jun 2008

Ken Mathew was re-elected as Stafford City Councillor At Large with 76 per cent of the votes polled while Tom Abraham was unopposed in nearby Sugarland, as Councilor At Large Position One for a third time.