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'India Is Playing A Quiet Game'

'India Is Playing A Quiet Game'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

'India is using Hasina to warn the Yunus government because there is a ground support for the Awami League in Bangladesh.'

How Sinner overcame doping distraction to win US Open

How Sinner overcame doping distraction to win US Open

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

The world No. 1 said the "mental part" of his game was especially important in his run to the US Open title this year.

'Atal ji picked my call but Sonia kept me waiting'

'Atal ji picked my call but Sonia kept me waiting'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

After being elected president of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in 1999, Najma Heptulla rang up the then Congress chief Sonia Gandhi from Berlin to convey the news but had to hold the phone line for an hour as a staff told her that 'madam is busy'.

US: Indian-origin Sikh man shot dead while sitting in parked car

US: Indian-origin Sikh man shot dead while sitting in parked car

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

Satnam Singh was sitting behind the wheel of a black Jeep Wrangler Sahara that was parked in South Ozone Park when a gunman approached and started shooting at him around 3.45 pm on Saturday, a report in The New York Daily News said.

Continue to expect accountability from India: US on Pannun case

Continue to expect accountability from India: US on Pannun case

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

"We continue to raise our concerns directly with the Indian government at senior levels," State Department Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel said.

Pritika Swarup Makes Waves in New York

Pritika Swarup Makes Waves in New York

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

International model. Beauty entrepreneur. Investment analyst. Columbia University alumnus. Say hello to Pritika Swarup.

Indian-origin teen held for plotting murder of New York cops

Indian-origin teen held for plotting murder of New York cops

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

Ranbir Singh Shergill, 18, was arrested this weekend and has been ordered held.

Daring Madcap Styles From New York

Daring Madcap Styles From New York

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

The weirdest, wackiest but most wonderful getups that made the runway at New York Fashion Week.

Bangladesh reopens educational institutions after month-long closure

Bangladesh reopens educational institutions after month-long closure

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

In the morning, school students in uniform were seen going to their institutions, many accompanied by guardians, the Daily Star reported.

5 injured after gun goes off in New York's famed Waldorf hotel

5 injured after gun goes off in New York's famed Waldorf hotel

Rediff.com14 Jun 2015

A woman was accidentally shot in the head and four others suffered injuries at a wedding at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel on Saturday after a man accidentally fired off his gun.

Kochi's Jews Pass Into History

Kochi's Jews Pass Into History

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

Queenie Hallegua, who passed away at 89 in August, was almost the last of the Sephardi Jews in Fort Kochi. Her son Dr David Hallegua reflects on his mother's death and of his life growing up in Kerala.

Canada's allegations serious, India not cooperating: US

Canada's allegations serious, India not cooperating: US

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

"When it comes to the Canadian matter, we have made clear that the allegations are extremely serious and they need to be taken seriously. We wanted to see the government of India cooperate with Canada in its investigation. Obviously, they have not chosen that path," State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller told reporters at his daily news conference.

Pannun murder plot: Indian national Nikhil Gupta extradited to US

Pannun murder plot: Indian national Nikhil Gupta extradited to US

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

He is expected to be produced before a federal court in New York on Monday.

Hand over Sheikh Hasina to B'desh to face trial: BNP to India

Hand over Sheikh Hasina to B'desh to face trial: BNP to India

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Talking to reporters after placing a wreath at the grave of former president and BNP founder Zia-ur Rahman in the city, Fakhrul said India is seemingly not keeping its commitment towards democracy by providing shelter to her.

Was exhausted and sick during first debate: Biden

Was exhausted and sick during first debate: Biden

Rediff.com6 Jul 2024

He asserted that only the "Lord Almighty" could make him drop out of the race to win the November 5 election.

How the world's press rated Paris's Olympics Opening Ceremony

How the world's press rated Paris's Olympics Opening Ceremony

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

However, the 6,000-odd athletes, 3,000 performers, 300,000 spectators and dozens of world leaders had to endure heavy rain for much of the event.

Woman wearing hijab set on fire on New York city street

Woman wearing hijab set on fire on New York city street

Rediff.com13 Sep 2016

The woman, who has not been identified, was walking on the city's Fifth avenue when an unidentified person set her blouse on fire using a lighter.

'Not humanly possible': Critics slam Pan's record

'Not humanly possible': Critics slam Pan's record

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

China's state media, athletes and netizens rallied to support Olympic swimming champion Pan Zhanle

'America Is In For A Period Of Extended Domestic Turmoil'

'America Is In For A Period Of Extended Domestic Turmoil'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

'Trump's disregard for norms and institutions could prove very costly for America's social fabric.'

Your victory unlikely: Obama, Pelosi tell defiant Biden

Your victory unlikely: Obama, Pelosi tell defiant Biden

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

Former United States President Barack Obama and ex-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi have spoken to President Joe Biden and informed him that his path to victory against his Republican rival Donald Trump has greatly diminished and it might have an impact on other Congressional and Senatorial races as well, according to media reports on Thursday.

New York City to be closed till June: Mayor

New York City to be closed till June: Mayor

Rediff.com12 May 2020

New York has been recording a decline in daily hospitalisations, ICU admissions and fatalities but the mayor said such progress must continue further before officials consider reopening the city.

Cricket's inclusion in Olympics a game-changer

Cricket's inclusion in Olympics a game-changer

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

The only time cricket featured in the Olympics was in 1900 with two teams -- Great Britain and France -- with the former winning the gold medal.

Did Chances Of A Trump Win Spook Bezos?

Did Chances Of A Trump Win Spook Bezos?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Did Jeff Bezos decide against endorsing Harris because it would hurt his business interests? Only God and Bezos know, and neither of them are talking, notes Prem Panicker.

T20 World Cup faces terror threat

T20 World Cup faces terror threat

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Trinidad's Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley has revealed but asserted that "extra effort in national security preparations and response readiness"

New York registers 731 coronavirus deaths in 24 hours

New York registers 731 coronavirus deaths in 24 hours

Rediff.com7 Apr 2020

The state has a total of 138,836 coronavirus cases and as of Tuesday 5,489 people have died, up by 731 from Monday morning.

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

Tackling Heatwaves In Cities

Tackling Heatwaves In Cities

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

As Singapore, New York and Melbourne have shown, cities can mitigate the impact of heatwaves if they have the will to create green infrastructure, explain Amit Kapoor & Bibek Debroy.

DeSantis out, it's Haley vs Trump in New Hampshire

DeSantis out, it's Haley vs Trump in New Hampshire

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signalled that he would largely bypass the New Hampshire primary next week and instead would focus on South Carolina where the Republican presidential primary is scheduled for February 24.

Rupert Murdoch, 92, to wed 62-yr-old scientist, his 5th marriage

Rupert Murdoch, 92, to wed 62-yr-old scientist, his 5th marriage

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

The 92-year-old is set to marry Zhukova, 62, on June 1 in a ceremony on his California vineyard and estate, Moraga, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

T20 WC: Babar confirms Pakistan's plan to stop Kohli

T20 WC: Babar confirms Pakistan's plan to stop Kohli

Rediff.com6 May 2024

'He (Kohli) is one of the best players, and we will plan against him as well'

New York state's schools, colleges to remain shut for the academic year

New York state's schools, colleges to remain shut for the academic year

Rediff.com2 May 2020

The academic session will go till June and schools re-open around September for the next session.

NewsClick raids: US says it can't verify reports of 'China connection'

NewsClick raids: US says it can't verify reports of 'China connection'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

"We have seen reports about this outlet's ties to the People's Republic of China, but we can't comment yet on the veracity of those claims," State Department Spokesperson Vedant Patel told reporters at a news conference in Washington, DC on Tuesday.

How world media reported Lok Sabha election results

How world media reported Lok Sabha election results

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

The 'aura of invincibility' around Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been 'shattered' by the Indian voters who gave the Opposition a new lease on life, this is how the international media described the outcome of India's general elections.

New York nurse first to get Covid vaccine in US

New York nurse first to get Covid vaccine in US

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

The news comes as the United States approaches 300,000 deaths from COVID-19.

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.

Indian Spelling Bee Champs! What's The Secret Sauce?

Indian Spelling Bee Champs! What's The Secret Sauce?

Rediff.com31 May 2024

'The fact that India is multilingual and the kids grow up already bilingual or trilingual so learning another language or learning other spelling patterns is not really that hard.'

Bangladeshi bomber arrested after attempted 'terrorist attack' in New York

Bangladeshi bomber arrested after attempted 'terrorist attack' in New York

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

"Terrorists won't win," New York Mayor Bill de Blasio said after a blast at the Port Authority terminal in Manhattan during the morning rush hour on Monday, which injured four.

US Open to go ahead without fans, says New York Governor Cuomo

US Open to go ahead without fans, says New York Governor Cuomo

Rediff.com16 Jun 2020

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday gave the green light for the US Open to be held from August 31-September 13 without fans as part of the state's reopening from shutdowns related to the COVID-19 outbreak.

'Indian crews are very good'

'Indian crews are very good'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

'Indians are basically liked because they are educated, they are intelligent.'

Can Djokovic overcome past setbacks to clinch 24th Slam?

Can Djokovic overcome past setbacks to clinch 24th Slam?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

Fans are buzzing over the prospect of a rematch between world number one Alcaraz and second seed Djokovic in a potential New York finale