News for 'Indian Diaspora'

India needs brain bank, PM tells NRIs

India needs brain bank, PM tells NRIs

Rediff.com24 Sep 2004

Reaching out to the large Indian Diaspora in the United States, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh assured them that his government was committed to taking forward the reforms process.

India eliminated big reason behind terrorism: PM Modi

India eliminated big reason behind terrorism: PM Modi

Rediff.com2 Nov 2019

Addressing the Indian diaspora in Bangkok, Prime Minister Modi said his government was working to fulfil those aims that seemed impossible.

'Keeravaaniji Is A True Representation Of India'

'Keeravaaniji Is A True Representation Of India'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

'Keeravaaniji doesn't work in isolation.' 'He responds to stories, situations and the emotional core of a film.' 'That's why his tunes are so different.' 'Unchiseled emotional masterpieces.'

UK court begins hearing on allowing Hindu pyres

UK court begins hearing on allowing Hindu pyres

Rediff.com24 Mar 2009

A top British court on Tuesday began a landmark judicial review on allowing funeral pyres according to Hindu rites, a decision that could impact millions of Indian diaspora living in the United Kingdom.

The Indian American conundrum: Liberal in US, conservative in India

The Indian American conundrum: Liberal in US, conservative in India

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

Indian-Americans have relatively more conservative views of policies in India while on issues affecting the US, the diaspora has a more liberal take, according to a survey of the political attitudes of the influential community in this country.

India will not be an ally of US, but another great power: WH official

India will not be an ally of US, but another great power: WH official

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

Kurt Campbell, the White House Asia Coordinator, said that in his view India is the most important bilateral relationship for the United States in the 21st century.

Western Union, India Post to expand operations

Western Union, India Post to expand operations

Rediff.com10 Nov 2006

Indian Postal Services and the Western Union plan to expand their joint operations aiming at a bigger slice of the hundreds of thousands dollars that are transferred by Indian diaspora to their loved ones every year.

World is looking at India as a trusted friend: PM Modi in Sweden

World is looking at India as a trusted friend: PM Modi in Sweden

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

Modi said that in the last four years the government has worked for creating a New India by 2022.

'PBD has lost its charm in attracting NRIs and PIOs'

'PBD has lost its charm in attracting NRIs and PIOs'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2014

India needs to come up with new ideas to make the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas more appealing to overseas Indians. The Diasporas talents should be used for the country's development, says Thomas Abraham, founder of the Global Organisation of People of Indian Origin

Metro Park 2 review

Metro Park 2 review

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

Metro Park 2 has the same cliched jokes, sighs Moumita Bhattacharjee.

Western Union ties up with IOB

Western Union ties up with IOB

Rediff.com29 Dec 2004

Leading US-based money changer Western Union on Wednesday announced a strategic tie-up with Indian Overseas Bank to provide money transfer service to Indian diaspora.

Dubai plans Madison Square-like event for PM Modi

Dubai plans Madison Square-like event for PM Modi

Rediff.com10 Aug 2015

Prime Modi will be visiting the UAE on August 16-17, a first for an Indian PM in 34 years.

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: Not everyone is happy

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: Not everyone is happy

Rediff.com9 Jan 2008

The students who attended the PBD were an unhappy lot. Over 80 students attended the PBD as part of the Know India programme, and several students complained that there was no proper forum for them to interact with each other.

ASEAN goof-up: Tricolour upside down as Modi, Abe shake hands

ASEAN goof-up: Tricolour upside down as Modi, Abe shake hands

Rediff.com21 Nov 2015

The national flag was in the background of Modi and Abe's customary handshake at the Summit and was hoisted on a stand next to that of Japan.

FM keen to tap NRI remittances

FM keen to tap NRI remittances

Rediff.com21 Dec 2005

Modi becomes first PM to visit Ram Janmabhoomi, Hanumangarhi

Modi becomes first PM to visit Ram Janmabhoomi, Hanumangarhi

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

Modi on Wednesday laid the foundation of the Ram temple in Ayodhya after offering prayers at the Hanumangarhi temple in Ayodhya.

'India Day' in Canada

'India Day' in Canada

Rediff.com16 Aug 2004

The Municipality of Markham, a city near Toronto, has passed a unanimous resolution declaring August 15 as 'India Day.'

Modi concludes US visit, thanks Trump, Americans

Modi concludes US visit, thanks Trump, Americans

Rediff.com28 Sep 2019

Just before emplaning the special aircraft, the prime minister detailed his week-long visit and the programmes he attended in the US, including his address to the 74th UN General Assembly in New York and the mega "Howdy Modi!" event in Houston, Texas.

India urges NRIs to invest in media, entertainment

India urges NRIs to invest in media, entertainment

Rediff.com10 Jan 2003

India urges NRIs to invest in media, entertainment

'We do not understand power'

'We do not understand power'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2006

'Our response to the current crisis in Lebanon is indicative of our not being in a position today to act like a global power. Coalition politics is not going to help.'

Terror, economic ties high on agenda for PM Modi's Israel visit

Terror, economic ties high on agenda for PM Modi's Israel visit

Rediff.com3 Jul 2017

On the eve of his unprecedented visit to Israel, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said he will discuss with his counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu the common challenges like terrorism and ways to boost the economic ties.

'The biggest winners are Indian Americans'

'The biggest winners are Indian Americans'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

'This year felt different -- and was different.' 'For the first time, the Indian American voter seemed to matter.'

Trinidad and Tobago delegation for Pravasi Divas

Trinidad and Tobago delegation for Pravasi Divas

Rediff.com7 Jan 2004

A cultural delegation will serenade Indians with 'chutney' and 'calypso' during the event.

In Oman, PM Modi slams Congress for misgovernance

In Oman, PM Modi slams Congress for misgovernance

Rediff.com12 Feb 2018

The PM held wide-ranging talks with the Sultan of Oman and signed eight agreements, including pacts on cooperation in the field of defence, health and tourism.

SEE: Modi does yoga at UN headquarters

SEE: Modi does yoga at UN headquarters

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

The yoga celebration led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the UN headquarters on Wednesday has created a Guinness World Record for the participation of people of most nationalities.

'Modi has gone further than any PM to strengthen ties with the US'

'Modi has gone further than any PM to strengthen ties with the US'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

'While the US-Pakistan relationship has been stabilised, it's still mired in uncertainty.'

Boris to arrive in Ahmedabad on April 21, first UK PM to visit Gujarat

Boris to arrive in Ahmedabad on April 21, first UK PM to visit Gujarat

Rediff.com17 Apr 2022

Johnson's first visit to India as United Kingdom prime minister will begin on April 21 with a trip to Ahmedabad in Gujarat, which is Prime Minister Modi's home state.

Desi hold rallies in New York to support CAA

Desi hold rallies in New York to support CAA

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

A group of Indian-Americans gathered at Times Square on Sunday, carrying placards and raising slogans in support of the Narendra Modi government and CAA.

'It appears Canada has realised it has made a mistake'

'It appears Canada has realised it has made a mistake'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

'In today's world, it is difficult for public pressure to work against a country like India.'

We are one family: Dr Singh

We are one family: Dr Singh

Rediff.com7 Jan 2007

He also thanked the non-resident Indians in West Asia and other parts of the world for the handsome contribution their remittances make to the strengthening of our economy.

The life of a gigolo

The life of a gigolo

Rediff.com5 Jul 2006

Director Rajeev Nath is sure his next film will create controversy.

'Modi phenomenon' captures US ahead of state visit

'Modi phenomenon' captures US ahead of state visit

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

Chanting slogans of "Modi Modi" and India-US friendship, Indian Americans walked in a procession for over an hour towards the historic Lincoln Memorial where the participants busted into an impromptu dance.

AIF raises $3 mn for projects in India

AIF raises $3 mn for projects in India

Rediff.com22 May 2007

US-based charitable group America-India Foundation, which is involved in various social development projects in India, recently raised $3 million from a fund-raising dinner in New York.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken calls on Modi

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken calls on Modi

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

'Good to meet US Secretary of State @SecBlinken today. I welcome President Biden's strong commitment to strengthen the India-US Strategic Partnership, which is anchored in our shared democratic values and is a force for global good,' Modi tweeted.

Aim to build 'forward-looking vision': Modi ahead of US visit

Aim to build 'forward-looking vision': Modi ahead of US visit

Rediff.com23 Jun 2017

Modi said he looked forward to the opportunity to have an in-depth exchange of views.

Modi flags off Kerala's 1st Vande Bharat train, launches Kochi Water Metro

Modi flags off Kerala's 1st Vande Bharat train, launches Kochi Water Metro

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Congress MP Shashi Tharoor were also present with the PM as he interacted with the students inside the train.

PHOTOS: Empire State building, Burj Khalifa lit up to celebrate Diwali

PHOTOS: Empire State building, Burj Khalifa lit up to celebrate Diwali

Rediff.com9 Nov 2018

For the first time, New York's iconic structure turned orange on Wednesday night in celebration of Diwali.

Joe Biden names Indian-American Kamala Harris as running mate

Joe Biden names Indian-American Kamala Harris as running mate

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

By naming the 55-year-old lawyer and politician from California as his running mate, Biden made history by selecting the first Black woman to compete on a major party's presidential ticket. If elected she would be the first ever women to be the vice president of the US and the first ever Indian-American and African vice president of the country.

WI board back players in speaking out against racism

WI board back players in speaking out against racism

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

'We therefore support all sporting icons and role models who are today leading the way in peacefully protesting and standing against the scourge of racism and injustice.'