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Indra Nooyi inducted into Smithsonian portrait gallery

Indra Nooyi inducted into Smithsonian portrait gallery

Rediff.com18 Nov 2019

'To be an immigrant, a South Asian immigrant of colour, a woman to be included in the Portrait Gallery... it really says that we are the country where people look for the people who make a positive impact and celebrate them,' Nooyi, 64, told reporters during the portrait gallery induction ceremony on Sunday.

Obama wishes Muslims on Ramadan

Obama wishes Muslims on Ramadan

Rediff.com9 Sep 2010

United States President Barack Obama has greeted Muslims across the world on the occasion of Ramadan.

US Open: Sania enters 2nd round, Somdev loses

US Open: Sania enters 2nd round, Somdev loses

Rediff.com31 Aug 2010

Sania Mirza booked her place in the second round of the US Open with a comprehensive win over Michelle Larcher de Brito of Portugal in New York on Monday.

PIX: Sonam, Adriana Lima, Uma Thurman at Chopard party

PIX: Sonam, Adriana Lima, Uma Thurman at Chopard party

Rediff.com19 May 2015

Prettying up Cannes in designer labels.

Bollywood's hip-n-happenin' single moms

Bollywood's hip-n-happenin' single moms

Rediff.com7 May 2010

As we count down to Mother's Day on May 9, here's a look at some of the 'hottest' screen mothers in recent times.

In a first, Chinook, Apache to be part of R-Day flypast

In a first, Chinook, Apache to be part of R-Day flypast

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

A model of Rafale jet will be showcased as part of the IAF's tableau. Models of LCA Tejas, Light Combat Helicopter (LCH), surface-to-air guided weapon Aakash missile and Astra missiles will also be part of the tableau.

UN body moves SC against CAA; India says no locus standi

UN body moves SC against CAA; India says no locus standi

Rediff.com3 Mar 2020

The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights has approached the Supreme Court seeking to intervene in the hearing on the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, saying there was a need to take into account the "international human rights law, norms and standards" in the proceedings.

Image: Obama, PM at the White House

Image: Obama, PM at the White House

Rediff.com24 Nov 2009

In a brief speech, United States President Barak Obama has welcomed Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. "Yours is the first official state visit of my presidency.Its fitting that you and India be so recognised," Obama told Singh at the ceremonial welcome at the White House.

PM attends reception for Chilean Prez

PM attends reception for Chilean Prez

Rediff.com17 Mar 2009

Nearly two months after undergoing heart bypass surgery, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh today returned to his normal engagements as he attended the official functions associated with the visit of Chilean President Michelle Bachelet.

The HIGHLIGHTS of Golden Globes 2020

The HIGHLIGHTS of Golden Globes 2020

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

Sukanya Verma looks at what stood out in a mostly humdrum affair.

Nicki Minaj, Marion Cotillard, Reese: A day out in Hollywood

Nicki Minaj, Marion Cotillard, Reese: A day out in Hollywood

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

Here's what your favourite Hollywood stars have been up to.

Pix: Indian-born designer rocks New York runway!

Pix: Indian-born designer rocks New York runway!

Rediff.com19 Feb 2010

He's designed for Michelle Obama, Beyonce Knowles and Jennifer Lopez. And yesterday Indian-born Naeem Khan showcased his fall/winter collection 2010 at the New York Fashion Week only to receive a standing ovation. Check it out!

Watch out for this Sufi rocker!

Watch out for this Sufi rocker!

Rediff.com1 Oct 2009

Singer Falu caps tour with a stint in the Big Apple.

'Singing Jai Ho was one of the most amazing moments of my life'

'Singing Jai Ho was one of the most amazing moments of my life'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2009

Vocalist and composer Falu is living proof that classical music and rock can blend.

Obama greets PM warmly

Obama greets PM warmly

Rediff.com25 Sep 2009

US President Barack Obama is looking forward to the state visit of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to Washington in November.

US President Obama leaves for India

US President Obama leaves for India

Rediff.com5 Nov 2010

The Air Force One aircraft carrying 49-year old Obama along with the First Lady Michelle took off from the Andrews Air Force Base for a 10-day visit to Asia. Obama, dressed in a suit and tie, and the first lady in a slate blue dress with cream detail, a camel-coloured jacket and black boots, boarded the plane at 7:35 pm IST,waving to the cameras.

Pix: Inside a stunning goth-themed wedding

Pix: Inside a stunning goth-themed wedding

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

Kat Von D looked majestic in her red goth-inspired wedding gown.

Oprah to interview Obama this Christmas

Oprah to interview Obama this Christmas

Rediff.com26 Nov 2009

The special will also provide viewers the opportunity to peek inside White House.

Obama hails 'friendship of a President and a PM'

Obama hails 'friendship of a President and a PM'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2009

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Tuesday night arrived at the White House to attend the state dinner hosted by US President Barack Obama. Obama, along with his wife Michelle, warmly welcomed the PM and his wife Gursharan Kaur.Dr Singh started the state dinner with a short speech, in which he thanked President Obama and also stressed on the importance of Indo-US ties.

Obamas serve samosa at White House reception

Obamas serve samosa at White House reception

Rediff.com28 Jul 2009

United Stated President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama served chicken samosa among other mouthwatering dishes at a White House reception hosted for ambassadors including Indian envoy Meera Shankar. Though samosa in India is a vegetarian preparation but in the West, where it has become one of the most popular Indian snacks, it is served with fillings of minced meat. But Obamas served samosas with chicken fillings with yogurt dip to his guests in White House.

Surelee Joseph at New York Fashion Week!

Surelee Joseph at New York Fashion Week!

Rediff.com16 Sep 2014

She's been a regular at fashion weeks in Mumbai and New Delhi and here she is walking the runway in New York!

Woman of the Year Awards: Rihanna, Serena and more

Woman of the Year Awards: Rihanna, Serena and more

Rediff.com11 Nov 2009

Glamour Magazine held its annual Woman of the Year Awards function in New York on November 9. Here's a look at Rihanna, Serena Williams, Stella McCartney and the other honorees.

Kamala Harris, the perfect foil for Biden

Kamala Harris, the perfect foil for Biden

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

'There is room for cautious optimism following the Harris anointment that America will return this year to more normal politics after the aberration of the Trump presidency,' points out Shreekant Sambrani.

Obama arrives in Russia on three-day visit

Obama arrives in Russia on three-day visit

Rediff.com6 Jul 2009

US President Barack Obama arrived in Moscow on Monday on a maiden visit to Russia to 'reset' the damaged bilateral ties and sign new accords, including a landmark arms reduction treaty to replace a Cold War era nuclear pact. He is accompanied by First Lady Michelle Obama and daughters Sasha and Malia.

Indian-American appointed as White House fellow

Indian-American appointed as White House fellow

Rediff.com26 Jun 2009

An emerging Indian-American leader in California, Anish Mahajan, has been nominated by US First Lady Michelle Obama for the prestigious White House Fellowship for the year 2009-2010. 34-year-old Mahajan, a health services researcher, is the only Indian-American to figure in the list of 15 outstanding young men and women selected from across the United States for this fellowship.

Berlusconi does it again, calls Obama sun-tanned

Berlusconi does it again, calls Obama sun-tanned

Rediff.com28 Sep 2009

Italian premier Silvio Berlusconi is in soup again for calling United States President Barack Obama "suntanned" for the second time.

Breaking tradition, Chief Guest Obama arrives in 'Beast' for R-Day

Breaking tradition, Chief Guest Obama arrives in 'Beast' for R-Day

Rediff.com26 Jan 2015

The chief guest normally travels with the Indian president in his car.

The Obamas are coming with a wishlist

The Obamas are coming with a wishlist

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

US President Barack Obama told Prime Minister Narendra Modi, when the two met on the sidelines of the East Asia Summit in Myanmar in November 2014, how he barely had two years left to his presidential term and so much to do. The wish list included getting his daughters to see a tiger in the wild and the Taj Mahal.

America remembers victims of 9/11

America remembers victims of 9/11

Rediff.com11 Sep 2009

President Barack Obama on Friday led Americans in remembering the 2,752 people, who perished in the world's deadliest terror strike by Al Qaeda eight years ago.

Parts of White House evacuated after bomb threat

Parts of White House evacuated after bomb threat

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

White House reporters were evacuated from the media briefing room in the middle of press conference by the presidential spokesperson Josh Earnest, after law enforcement agencies received a bomb threat call.

Google apologises after showing Modi in top criminals' list

Google apologises after showing Modi in top criminals' list

Rediff.com4 Jun 2015

On Wednesday, a search for Top 10 criminals in India, yielded an image of PM Modi.

Chile to upgrade trade ties with India

Chile to upgrade trade ties with India

Rediff.com17 Mar 2009

At a luncheon meeting with apex business chambers in New Delhi, visiting Chilean President Michelle Bachelet said her country was keen on promoting the preferential trade pact with India to a full-fledged free trade agreement. The two countries have agreed to take steps for doubling the bilateral trade, which was a mere $2.09 billion in 2007-08.

World champion Sindhu leads India's hopes at China Open

World champion Sindhu leads India's hopes at China Open

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

The 24-year-old from Hyderabad will begin her campaign against China's Li Xuerui, a former Olympic gold medallist and World No 1.

Saina, Sindhu win opening matches easily at Rio Games

Saina, Sindhu win opening matches easily at Rio Games

Rediff.com11 Aug 2016

The London Olympics bronze medallist beat world No. 73 Brazilian Vicente Lohaynny 21-17, 21-17 in 39 minutes, while Sindhu, a two-time World Championships bronze winner, had things her way against Laura Sarosi of Hungary, winning 21-8, 21-9 in 27 minutes.

Obama emails old classmate from Delhi about Nobel

Obama emails old classmate from Delhi about Nobel

Rediff.com10 Oct 2009

It was a surprise email for Supreme Court lawyer Surat Singh from his "friend" US President Barack Obama, saying that he honestly did not feel that he deserved to be a Nobel laureate.

What a racket! Portuguese squeals deafen Paris

What a racket! Portuguese squeals deafen Paris

Rediff.com29 May 2009

Grunt, squeal and moan preceded game, set and match as noisy Portuguese teenager Michelle Larcher de Brito was silenced by France's Aravane Rezai 7-6 6-2 in the French Open third round on Friday.

PM greets Obama, invites him to India

PM greets Obama, invites him to India

Rediff.com23 Jan 2009

In a letter, Dr Singh invited Obama and his wife Michelle to visit India. The letter focused on the multi-faceted relationship that is anchored in the common values of democracy, pluralism and respect for diversity shared by the two countries.

Buffy The Vampire Slayer, the movie

Buffy The Vampire Slayer, the movie

Rediff.com27 May 2009

The famous vampire sitcom ran for 6 years on TV will be seen on the big screen very soon.

White House spruced up to welcome the Obamas

White House spruced up to welcome the Obamas

Rediff.com20 Jan 2009

Preparing the White House for an incoming United States President is an exercise that requires six months of meticulous planning but this time it will be executed in just six hours.About 100 staffers at the President's official residence will change everything from furniture, clothes to food and carpets in a seamless manner for the new first family -- Barack and Michelle Obama and their daughters Malia and Sasha.The move would be executed by about 93 residence staffers.

'La La Land' earns record 14 Oscar nominations

'La La Land' earns record 14 Oscar nominations

Rediff.com24 Jan 2017

The smash-hit musical -- led by Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling -- picked up the most nods on Tuesday, and tied the record set by Titanic and All About Eve.