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America's largest Hindu temple inaugurated in New Jersey

America's largest Hindu temple inaugurated in New Jersey

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

The grand dedication ceremony of Akshardham in Robbinsville, New Jersey was conducted on Sunday in the presence of Mahant Swami Maharaj following a nine-day celebration that commenced on September 30.

Showcasing Indian talent in New York

Showcasing Indian talent in New York

Rediff.com12 Nov 2009

Check out who came for the opening night of the Ninth Mahindra Indo-American Arts Council Film Festival in New York.

When Ivanka Trump Attended Court

When Ivanka Trump Attended Court

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Her infamous dad, her brothers Donald Jr and Eric testified before her, but none of them matched the glamour and style Ivanka Trump did when she attended the Trump Organization civil fraud trial at the New York state supreme court in Manhattan on Wednesday, November 8, 2023.

US Proposal For Expansion of UNSC Is An Empty Gesture

US Proposal For Expansion of UNSC Is An Empty Gesture

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

By proposing the addition of six permanent members this year, it may appear that it was a major concession, but in actual fact, it will make no difference to the privilege of the permanent five as the new six will have no veto, ever! points out Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Bhangra beats for Obama in New York

Bhangra beats for Obama in New York

Rediff.com5 Feb 2008

Seeking to dispel media reports that American-Indians would vote unanimously for Hillary Clinton, a band of staunch Barack Obama supporters get together in New York for an evening of 'Bhangra for Barack'.

PIX: Saif, Grand Marshal at India Day Parade, New York

PIX: Saif, Grand Marshal at India Day Parade, New York

Rediff.com20 Aug 2012

Saif Ali Khan will be the grand marshal this weekend at the India Day Parade at New York City's Fifth Avenue.

Spotted: Saif Ali Khan in New York

Spotted: Saif Ali Khan in New York

Rediff.com30 Dec 2012

Reader Sachin Karamchandani sends a photograph.

New York governor orders residents to wear masks in public

New York governor orders residents to wear masks in public

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

Cuomo said he will issue an executive order requiring all people in New York to wear a mask in public and the order will go into effect on April 17.

US disappointed over 'symbolism and timing' of Modi's Russia trip

US disappointed over 'symbolism and timing' of Modi's Russia trip

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

The US is looking very carefully at what Modi did when he was in Moscow, a senior State Department official has told lawmakers concerned over the growing India-Russia ties.

New York Post appologises for 'monkey cartoon'

New York Post appologises for 'monkey cartoon'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2009

Caught in a racial row and faced with threats of boycott, the New York Post apologised on Friday over its controversial political cartoon, depicting the drafter of the US economic stimulus package as a chimpanzee, which many believe was a caricature of President Barack Obama.

New York allows Sikh transit staff to wear turbans

New York allows Sikh transit staff to wear turbans

Rediff.com31 May 2012

The US Justice Department on Wednesday reached a settlement with the New York City Transit Authority eight years after it had filed a complaint in September 2004 in US District Court for the Eastern District of New York alleging that NYCTA engaged in a pattern of religious discrimination.

Kamala Harris Is A Desi At Heart

Kamala Harris Is A Desi At Heart

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

'I think of that young baby, still in her diapers, balancing with her arms held up by her mother, a Tamil woman wearing a salwar kameez and a dupatta, seated on a stoop,' recalls Aseem Chhabra.

New York cabbie stabbed for being Muslim

New York cabbie stabbed for being Muslim

Rediff.com26 Aug 2010

A Muslim cab driver,Ahmed H Sharif, was stabbed several times by a New York man after being asked "are you Muslim," according to New York City cops, who arrested 21-year-old Michael Enright on Tuesday.

What Adani Group CFO said about the bribery charges

What Adani Group CFO said about the bribery charges

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

None of Adani group portfolio companies, comprising 11 listed firms, have been accused of any wrongdoing, conglomerate's CFO Jugeshinder Robbie Singh said on founder and chairman Gautam Adani's indictment on bribery charges in the US. In a post on X, Singh said the group would make a detailed comment on the US indictment once it gets counsel approvals.

Inside New York's stunning subway station

Inside New York's stunning subway station

Rediff.com12 Nov 2014

New York raised the curtain on its new $1.4 billion transit station in lower Manhattan on Sunday, a long-awaited connection between the World Trade Center site and the rest of the city more than 13 years after terrorist attacks ravaged the area.

41 pc Sikhs in New York report abuse

41 pc Sikhs in New York report abuse

Rediff.com16 May 2008

A report documenting the constant 'stream of bias and prejudices' against Sikhs, based on surveys of more than 1,000 members of the community in the five boroughs of New York City, was released in the city by the Sikh Coalition earlier this month.

PICS: US prove too good for Canada in T20 WC opener

PICS: US prove too good for Canada in T20 WC opener

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

Images from the T20 World Cup match between the United States of America and Canada in Dallas on Saturday.

How Indian Weddings Got So Big, Glitzy

How Indian Weddings Got So Big, Glitzy

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

What was once a solemn Vedic ritual is today a celebration for the entire extended family. And why not? With families living in distant cities, even continents, weddings are seen as an occasion for cousins and uncles to congregate under one roof for two or three days, observes Ambi Parmeswaran.

France's Total not to make any fresh investment in Adani

France's Total not to make any fresh investment in Adani

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

French energy giant TotalEnergies SE on Monday said it will make no new financial contribution as part of its investments in Adani group companies till the Indian firm's founder is cleared of bribery charges. The energy giant said it was not aware of the investigation into the alleged corruption. TotalEnergies is one of the biggest foreign investors in billionaire Gautam Adani's business empire and had previously taken stakes in the group's renewable energy venture Adani Green Energy Ltd (AEGL) and city gas unit Adani Total Gas Ltd (ATGL).

New York: Pioneering subway chief Nagaraja resigns

New York: Pioneering subway chief Nagaraja resigns

Rediff.com25 Feb 2008

Mysore L Nagaraja, who managed mass transit projects costing $20 billion for New York's Metropolitan Transportation Authority, has resigned.

India-Canada Rift: US Is The Only Winner

India-Canada Rift: US Is The Only Winner

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

'Are we to believe that coordinated moves by the Canadian and US authorities are no longer taking place?', asks Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Modi's Yoga day event at UN creates Guinness World Record

Modi's Yoga day event at UN creates Guinness World Record

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

The Yoga celebration led by Prime Minister Modi at the UN headquarters created the Guinness World Record for participation of people of most nationalities, officials said.

Spotted: Vidya Balan in New York

Spotted: Vidya Balan in New York

Rediff.com9 Sep 2008

Reader Gaurang Sarvaiya sends us a photograph.

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.

I Didn't Expect Kamala Harris To Be The Nominee So Easily

I Didn't Expect Kamala Harris To Be The Nominee So Easily

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

'She's been a terrific advocate for women's rights in recent months and her prosecutor's background will really help her challenge Trump in a forceful way that Biden could not,' notes Sree Sreenivasan.

When Mammootty became a suspect in New York

When Mammootty became a suspect in New York

Rediff.com7 May 2009

The Malayalam superstar was briefly detained at JFK airport because of his Muslim-sounding last name.

Reliance buys New York's premium luxury hotel Mandarin Oriental for $98.15 mn

Reliance buys New York's premium luxury hotel Mandarin Oriental for $98.15 mn

Rediff.com9 Jan 2022

Mandarin Oriental New York, the premium luxury hotel a subsidiary of Reliance Industries is acquiring, is known for its much-in-demand ballroom, five-star spa and eating and drinking venues, including MO Lounge. Liam Neeson and Lucy Liu are among regular guests. Set up in 2003, 248-rooms-and-suites hotel towering over Central Park is an iconic luxury hotel located at 80 Columbus Circle, directly adjacent to the pristine Central Park and Columbus Circle.

New York mayor holds up immigrants as role models

New York mayor holds up immigrants as role models

Rediff.com18 Jan 2008

Michael Bloomberg, who is reportedly considering an independent run at the US presidency, derided xenophobic politicians and said immigration and diversity were good for America

US billionaires favour New York over other American cities

US billionaires favour New York over other American cities

Rediff.com14 Nov 2013

The United States is home to 515 billionaires with a combined net worth of more than $2 trillion and many favour New York over other American cities to live in, says a report.

How Many Hot Dogs Can You Eat In 10 Minutes?

How Many Hot Dogs Can You Eat In 10 Minutes?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

Glimpses from Nathan's famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest 2023 in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York City, July 3, 2023.

Thousands protest across US major cities defying curfew

Thousands protest across US major cities defying curfew

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

African-American George Floyd's death on May 25 has sparked civil unrest that has since spread nationwide.

PHOTOS: Thousands celebrate at India Day Parade in New York

PHOTOS: Thousands celebrate at India Day Parade in New York

Rediff.com21 Aug 2017

The 37th India Day Parade organised by the Federation of Indian Associations.

Spotted: Dhoni enjoys quiet dinner at New York restaurant

Spotted: Dhoni enjoys quiet dinner at New York restaurant

Rediff.com12 Jul 2012

India captain MS Dhoni and his wife were spotted at Indian restaurant, Mint in New York on Tuesday.

India's New Trilemma

India's New Trilemma

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

...Kids, jobs, emigration, notes Ajit Balakrishnan.

What's Anjali Lama Doing At New York Fashion Week?

What's Anjali Lama Doing At New York Fashion Week?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

Nepali-American designer Prabal Gurung's collection was vibrant, bold and unapologetically feminine.

Lampard begins six-month loan spell at Man City

Lampard begins six-month loan spell at Man City

Rediff.com6 Aug 2014

Former Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard began his loan spell at Premier League champions Manchester City on Wednesday, just two weeks after joining Major League Soccer club New York City FC.

Salman Rushdie makes first public appearance since attack

Salman Rushdie makes first public appearance since attack

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Salman Rushdie has been honoured with the PEN Centenary Courage Award as the Mumbai-born writer made his first in-person public appearance since being stabbed and severely wounded in a knife attack at a literary event in New York last year.

Why Mike Tyson is making a comeback to the ring at 57

Why Mike Tyson is making a comeback to the ring at 57

Rediff.com14 May 2024

Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson is preparing for his first professional fight since 2005 against YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul,

Spotted: Mahesh Bhupathi in New York

Spotted: Mahesh Bhupathi in New York

Rediff.com11 Aug 2008

Reader Sreekanth Nandagiri sent us a picture of Mahesh Bhupathi from the USA.

Spotted: Saroj Khan in New York

Spotted: Saroj Khan in New York

Rediff.com25 Sep 2007

Reader Ritesh Mishra sends us a picture.