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US lawmakers move resolution to end Trump tariffs on India

US lawmakers move resolution to end Trump tariffs on India

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Representatives Deborah Ross of North Carolina, Marc Veasey of Texas and Raja Krishnamoorthi of Illinois introduced the resolution on Friday in the House of Representatives to terminate Trump's national emergency authorising tariffs of up to 50 per cent on imports from India, helping to restore Congress' constitutional authority over trade.

Can India Regain Foreign Tourists This Winter?

Can India Regain Foreign Tourists This Winter?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

'We expect inbound numbers in 2025 to come close to pre-pandemic levels -- if not fully match them -- by early 2026.'

'Venezuela's Current Leaders Gave Maduro As A Trophy To Trump'

'Venezuela's Current Leaders Gave Maduro As A Trophy To Trump'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

'Trump had done a deal with the current regime minus Maduro. The current regime is giving Trump entry into Venezuelan oil. They are obeying him and doing whatever he says.' 'They are happy because they have saved their heads by sacrificing only two, Maduro and his wife. Thousands of Venezuelan military leaders would have been jailed or killed in American action had Maduro stayed in power.'

Salah double seals Egypt's World Cup spot!

Salah double seals Egypt's World Cup spot!

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Egypt become third African country to qualify for World Cup

Trump snubs Macron's G7 call amid trade bazooka threat

Trump snubs Macron's G7 call amid trade bazooka threat

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

United States President Donald Trump has brushed aside French President Emmanuel Macron's call for an emergency G7 meeting amid escalating tensions over Washington, DC's push to acquire Greenland, while Europe has warned of retaliatory trade action against US tariff threats.

Is India Standing Alone in 2025?

Is India Standing Alone in 2025?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2025

The 2025 US National Security Strategy marks a major pullback, with America turning backward and effectively allowing China greater dominance in Asia. while long-time partners like India are left to face an increasingly unstable global order largely on their own, observes Rajeev Srinivasan.

5 Of The Most Peaceful Places Worldwide

5 Of The Most Peaceful Places Worldwide

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Forbes just released a selection of places across the world that celebrate The Quiet. Places where one can clear the mind, and reconnect with the soul. Read on...

Titan Q2 profit up 59% to Rs 1,120 cr

Titan Q2 profit up 59% to Rs 1,120 cr

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Leading jewellery and watchmaker Titan on Monday reported an increase of 59 per cent in consolidated net profit at Rs 1,120 crore for the September quarter of FY26.

US to return 3 ancient sculptures taken illegally from Indian temples

US to return 3 ancient sculptures taken illegally from Indian temples

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

The Smithsonian will return three ancient bronze sculptures to India after evidence showed they were illegally removed from Tamil Nadu temples in the 1950s

India's selective with flying rights: IndiGo CEO rebuts Emirates

India's selective with flying rights: IndiGo CEO rebuts Emirates

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

'India is giving selective traffic rights wherever it makes sense to allocate those traffic rights.'

Messi dazzles with brace in last home qualifier

Messi dazzles with brace in last home qualifier

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

'Being able to finish this way here with my people is what I always dreamed of.'

Indian carriers hit by Iran-led airspace closures after US base strike

Indian carriers hit by Iran-led airspace closures after US base strike

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Indian carriers are grappling with severe operational disruptions after Iran launched missile strikes on the US military base in Qatar late Monday. This led to airspace closures for long hours in parts of West Asia. Iran, Qatar, the UAE, Bahrain, and Kuwait shut down their skies following the attack, forcing airlines to cancel, divert, or delay flights through these vital corridors.

Hyundai Motor India to invest Rs 45k cr by FY30

Hyundai Motor India to invest Rs 45k cr by FY30

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

South Korean auto major Hyundai Motor Co president & CEO Jose Munoz on Wednesday said the company's Indian arm will invest Rs 45,000 crore by FY30, aiming to make India its second-largest region globally. Addressing investors here in his first visit to the country, Munoz said Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) has set a target of up to 30 per cent export contribution.

'Lenovo to Double 'Make in India' Devices in 2 Years'

'Lenovo to Double 'Make in India' Devices in 2 Years'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

'We are increasing our footprint, but other markets also compete - like Indonesia or Vietnam.'

Air India cuts 38 int'l flights, suspends 3 routes till July 15

Air India cuts 38 int'l flights, suspends 3 routes till July 15

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

The Tata Group-owned airline, grappling with disruptions following the fatal plane crash on June 12 in Ahmedabad, said the objective of reducing flights on 18 international routes is to restore schedule stability and minimise last-minute inconvenience to passengers.

TCS Q2 FY26 net up 1.4% to Rs 12,075 cr; revenue rises to Rs 65,799 cr

TCS Q2 FY26 net up 1.4% to Rs 12,075 cr; revenue rises to Rs 65,799 cr

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

India's largest IT services firm Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) on Thursday reported a 1.39 per cent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 12,075 crore in the July-September quarter of this financial year.

Persistent's premium valuations hinge on sustaining growth momentum

Persistent's premium valuations hinge on sustaining growth momentum

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

The stock of mid-tier information technology (IT) major Persistent Systems has been one of the outperformers in the IT pack with a return of 5.3 per cent over the last year, while its peer index, the Nifty IT, is down 16.2 per cent over the same period. The strong September quarter (Q2FY26) result and upgrades by brokerages are positive but its ability to sustain growth momentum in a weak macroeconomic environment will be key for future gains. At the current levels, the stock is trading at a premium valuation of 38 times its FY27 earnings estimates.

Why India-US Trade Deal Is Delayed

Why India-US Trade Deal Is Delayed

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

A trade deal makes sense only if it is fair and reciprocal. If the cost is strategic dependence or loss of policy space, waiting is the wiser option, asserts Ajay Srivastava.

Direct long-haul flights, policy push key to Indian airports' hub ambition: CEOs

Direct long-haul flights, policy push key to Indian airports' hub ambition: CEOs

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Indian airports' push to become global hubs will depend on reducing passenger leakage to rival airports abroad, scaling up direct long-haul connectivity, and offering transfer experiences that are faster, smoother, and more attractive than those of regional competitors, said panellists at the Business Standard Infrastructure Summit on Thursday.

Meet Desi Stars Lighting Up T20 World Cup

Meet Desi Stars Lighting Up T20 World Cup

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

From the USA to UAE, Canada to Italy, Indian-origin cricketers will represent associate nations at the T20 World Cup. Meet the Desis chasing global glory at a home away from home.

India Still Features In Trump's Security Plan

India Still Features In Trump's Security Plan

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

The new US national security strategy signals a retreat from global dominance while reaffirming continuity in India's role in Indo-Pacific security and Quad cooperation, points out former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

SAD seeks US leniency for Indian trucker involved in crash

SAD seeks US leniency for Indian trucker involved in crash

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

The Shiromani Akali Dal has appealed to the United States government to consider a humanitarian view of truck driver Harjinder Singh, who faces a vehicular homicide case. The party also requested the Indian government to provide consular and legal assistance.

Football Friendlies: England rout Wales; Denmark batter Belarus

Football Friendlies: England rout Wales; Denmark batter Belarus

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

England racked up an eighth successive victory against Wales with a 3-0 cruise in an international friendly at Wembley on Thursday.

Leagues Cup's New Format Fuels Goals, Fan Engagement

Leagues Cup's New Format Fuels Goals, Fan Engagement

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

Messi's Inter Miami lead Leagues Cup quarter-final lineup as average match viewership reached 1.43 million, up 62% from 2024.

Curacao's World Cup qualification sparks India football debate in RS

Curacao's World Cup qualification sparks India football debate in RS

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

India's footballing future was discussed in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday by Congress member Jose K Mani, as he cited tiny Dutch-Caribbean island Curacao's World Cup qualification to ask Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya about the long-term plan for sport in the country that is on a downward spiral.

Indian IT firms look beyond North America, EU

Indian IT firms look beyond North America, EU

Rediff.com2 Nov 2010

Browbeaten by recession and anxiety about mounting protectionism in key markets have led Indian information technology (IT) companies to extend their reach in the countries of Africa, the West Asia and Asia Pacific.

18 injured after plane crashes, flips on landing in Canada

18 injured after plane crashes, flips on landing in Canada

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Two runways at the airport will remain closed as officials investigate the incident, according to the airport's CEO Deborah Flint, CNN reported.

H1B Visa Fee Shock Puts IT Firms In Bind

H1B Visa Fee Shock Puts IT Firms In Bind

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

In the medium term, corporates and vendors could move away from visa dependency, shift more work offshore and share higher cost burdens with clients.

Swraj Paul Passes Into The Ages

Swraj Paul Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Lord Paul, founder of the UK-based Caparo Group of industries, had been taken ill and hospitalised recently, where he passed away surrounded by members of his family.

Procter & Gamble names Shailesh Jejurikar as CEO

Procter & Gamble names Shailesh Jejurikar as CEO

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Procter & Gamble has announced Shailesh Jejurikar as its next CEO, effective January 1, 2026. Jejurikar, an India-born executive, will succeed Jon Moeller in the role.

Kaamya Karthikeyan, 17, Makes History!

Kaamya Karthikeyan, 17, Makes History!

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Kaamya Karthikeyan, a Class 12 student, is the youngest woman in the world to scale the seven highest peaks across seven continents.

Infosys Q2 profit up 13% to Rs 7,364 crore

Infosys Q2 profit up 13% to Rs 7,364 crore

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

IT company Infosys on Thursday posted 13.2 per cent increase in consolidated net profit at Rs 7,364 crore for the second quarter ended September 30, 2025.

19 US states sue Trump admin over new fee on H-1B visas

19 US states sue Trump admin over new fee on H-1B visas

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Nineteen United States states have sued the Trump administration over its 'unlawful' decision to impose a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa petitions, warning that the move will worsen labour shortages in key sectors such as health care, education and technology.

Trump's H1B Diktat Fuels Anxiety For Indians

Trump's H1B Diktat Fuels Anxiety For Indians

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Social media feeds and immigration forums lit up with questions from workers and families who feared they might be stranded abroad, unable to return to their jobs or reunite with loved ones.

Ruthless England storm into FIFA 2026 World Cup

Ruthless England storm into FIFA 2026 World Cup

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

England booked their place in next year's World Cup finals as captain Harry Kane scored twice in a 5-0 romp away to Latvia on Tuesday to ensure they will win qualifying Group K.

When The Nazis Surrendered...

When The Nazis Surrendered...

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Victory in Europe Day is celebrated on May 8 each year to mark the formal acceptance by the Allies of Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender of its armed forces in World War II in 1945.

Mughal-e-Azam Captivates America

Mughal-e-Azam Captivates America

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

While the Mughals seems to be receding from text books and memory, the stage presentation of Mughal-e-Azam is spreading its message of love in North America.

'20-30 bullets' fired at ISKCON temple in US, India urges action

'20-30 bullets' fired at ISKCON temple in US, India urges action

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

A similar incident had occurred earlier this year when, on March 9, a Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Hindu temple in Chino Hills, California, was found desecrated just days ahead of a so-called 'Khalistani referendum' in Los Angeles, according to temple authorities.

PIX: Shock loss for Italy in Oslo

PIX: Shock loss for Italy in Oslo

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

IMAGES from the European Qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Swraj Paul, an entrepreneur with a heart in the right place

Swraj Paul, an entrepreneur with a heart in the right place

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

From the bylanes of Jalandhar to a regular name in the annual 'Sunday Times Rich List', Lord Swraj Paul, who died on Thursday evening in London aged 94, was one of the most well known NRI entrepreneurs and philanthropists.