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'Lies, cheats, rapes': Indian-origin entrepreneur vs Elon Musk on Trump

'Lies, cheats, rapes': Indian-origin entrepreneur vs Elon Musk on Trump

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

In a post on X, Khosla said that it is hard for him to support someone like Trump, a Republican, who has "no values, lies, cheats, rapes, demeans women", and "hates immigrants" like him.

Former King Wants To Revive Nepal Monarchy, But..

Former King Wants To Revive Nepal Monarchy, But..

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

One fact is irrefutable: Nepal's recent political history tells us that the route to a return of monarchy cannot go through India despite friends in high places, asserts Aditi Phadnis.

Trump defeats Haley on her home turf South Carolina

Trump defeats Haley on her home turf South Carolina

Rediff.com25 Feb 2024

Former United States president Donald Trump was projected to win the crucial South Carolina primary, beating his Indian-American rival and former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley, major American media outlets said minutes after the closing of the polls Saturday.

Melania Trump's Dramatic Appearance At RNC

Melania Trump's Dramatic Appearance At RNC

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

Melania watchers did not expect her to attend the RNC, and her appearance just before her husband accepted the Republic nomination for the November 5 presidential election was a surprise.

Trump refuses to debate Kamala Harris until...

Trump refuses to debate Kamala Harris until...

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Former United States president and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump on Thursday refused to debate with his Democratic rival and Vice President Kamala Harris until the Democrats formally decide on their nominee, whereas the latter said that she is ready for a debate.

'Indian Americans Would Thrive Under Trump'

'Indian Americans Would Thrive Under Trump'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

'Democrats don't care about those on H-1B visas. They don't care about the Green Card backlog.' 'President Trump wants to stop the massive flow of illegal immigrants and focus on a robust and legal immigration system.' 'Indian Americans would thrive in such an immigration system.'

Republican party re-nominates Trump as presidential candidate

Republican party re-nominates Trump as presidential candidate

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

Trump, 74, who faces a formidable challenge from former Democratic vice president Joe Biden, 77, is scheduled to deliver his acceptance speech from the South Lawn of the White House on August 27.

I like competent people coming to US: Trump on H-1B visa

I like competent people coming to US: Trump on H-1B visa

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Trump also said that he has also used the H-1B visa programme.

6 Republican Senators join Dems in support of Trump's impeachment

6 Republican Senators join Dems in support of Trump's impeachment

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

Six Republican Senators joined their Democratic colleagues in the United States Senate on Tuesday to vote that the impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump is constitutional.

Trump's 2020 poll remark sparks fear he may not accept result if loses

Trump's 2020 poll remark sparks fear he may not accept result if loses

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Following the election that brought Joe Biden to power, Trump alleged fraud in the voting process and challenged the outcome in courts which rejected his claims.

US Senate rejects Trump's border emergency as Republicans defect

US Senate rejects Trump's border emergency as Republicans defect

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

In a 59-41 vote, 12 Republicans joined every Senate Democrat on Thursday in a rare move to block the president's effort to divert billions in funding to build his long-promised border wall without congressional approval.

Kamala distances herself from Biden's 'garbage' remark

Kamala distances herself from Biden's 'garbage' remark

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris has distanced herself from a controversial comment made by her boss President Joe Biden, in which he referred to supporters of her Republican rival Donald Trump as 'garbage'.

'Nothing Wrong If We Rewrite The Constitution'

'Nothing Wrong If We Rewrite The Constitution'

Rediff.com20 May 2025

'The time has come to have a relook at the Constitution as every document has a shelf life.'

Kamala Harris leads Trump in several battleground states: Polls

Kamala Harris leads Trump in several battleground states: Polls

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Harris stands at 48 per cent against Trump's 46 per cent in Pennsylvania, the UMass Lowell's Center for Public Opinion said.

Biden Sheds A Tear Before DNC Speech

Biden Sheds A Tear Before DNC Speech

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

The four-day Democratic National Convention began at the United Center in Chicago on Monday, August 19, 2024.

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.

'Trump Will Unite America Provided...'

'Trump Will Unite America Provided...'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

'...he keeps his campaign promises, does what he said he will do which led to his huge victory.'

Journalist mistakenly added to Trump's Yemen war plans group

Journalist mistakenly added to Trump's Yemen war plans group

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Security experts have warned that using Signal for discussions of this nature violates every established protocol for handling classified information.

Usha Vance Makes Her Debut At RNC

Usha Vance Makes Her Debut At RNC

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

Usha Chilukuri Vance, Republican vice presidential candidate J D Vance's wife, introduced her husband before he spoke at the Republican National Convention.

Mood outside White House: Mix bag of hope, despair as Trump wins race

Mood outside White House: Mix bag of hope, despair as Trump wins race

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

A palpable mix of emotions enveloped the capital, particularly around the areas surrounding the White House. Supporters, opponents and general visitors gathered at the iconic location, commenting on the outcome of a bitterly fought election.

All 5 Desis re-elected to US House, 'Samosa Caucus' gets 6th member

All 5 Desis re-elected to US House, 'Samosa Caucus' gets 6th member

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Six Indian Americans have won the elections to the House of Representatives, increasing their number from five in the current Congress.

Will Indian Americans not vote for Kamala Harris?

Will Indian Americans not vote for Kamala Harris?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Indian Americans are likely to vote in the United States presidential elections based on what the candidates have done for them and not on the basis of their heritage or race, a newly formed body representing Asian communities has said, claiming that Republican candidate Donald Trump has a better track record than his Democratic rival, Vice President Kamala Harris.

US election results may take several days if...: Harris campaign

US election results may take several days if...: Harris campaign

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

The ruling Democratic Party and the opposition Republicans have deployed hundreds of attorneys and thousands of volunteers to be part of the vote-counting process and be prepared to challenge and start the legal battle if necessary.

'Trump Won't Target Indians'

'Trump Won't Target Indians'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

'Someone posts a job on LinkedIn and there are a thousand resumes in an hour? This is not the America IT professionals are used to.' 'Once they lose their job, it's impossible to get a job.'

Sensex tanks 836 points; Nifty ends at 24,199

Sensex tanks 836 points; Nifty ends at 24,199

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

From the 30-share Sensex pack, Tata Motors, Tech Mahindra, UltraTech Cement, JSW Steel, Sun Pharma, Asian Paints, IndusInd Bank and ICICI Bank were the major losers. State Bank of India emerged as the only gainer from the pack.

'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.'

Kash Patel Woos The Senators!

Kash Patel Woos The Senators!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

US President-elect Donald J Trump has nominated Kash Patel to be the next director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, America's version of the CBI -- or rather the CBI is India's version of the FBI, which one must add is no caged parrot and operates independent of political intereference.

Shri Thanedar re-elected to House of Representatives

Shri Thanedar re-elected to House of Representatives

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

He defeated his Republican rival Martell Bivings by a margin of over 35 percentage points as he was re-elected for the second term. In a statement he credited his victory to his record of delivering strong constituent services, standing up for working families, fighting for unions, and always fighting for reproductive freedom.

Modi congratulates 'friend' Trump on historic inauguration

Modi congratulates 'friend' Trump on historic inauguration

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Donald Trump on his historic inauguration as the 47th US president and said he looks forward to working closely together once again, to benefit both the countries as well as to shape a better future for the world.

Trump accepts Republican nomination for second term

Trump accepts Republican nomination for second term

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

Trump, 74, in his acceptance speech from the South Lawns of the White House amidst cheers from his supporters on Thursday night, said: "My fellow Americans, tonight, with a heart full of gratitude and boundless optimism, I proudly accept this nomination for President of the United States".

Puja, abhishekam at Kamala's ancestral village in TN

Puja, abhishekam at Kamala's ancestral village in TN

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

An air of excitement and expectancy pervades Thulasendrapuram village in Tiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu hoping that Democrat Kamala Harris, current vice president, wins the US presidential elections.

I'll have to do it a 4th time: Trump reacts to Biden dropping out

I'll have to do it a 4th time: Trump reacts to Biden dropping out

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

"Crooked Joe Biden is the worst president, by far, in the history of our nation. He has done everything possible to destroy our country, from our southern border to energy dominance, national security, international standing and so much more," Trump said.

Obamas Speak Out For Kamala At DNC

Obamas Speak Out For Kamala At DNC

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

On Tuesday, August 20, 2024 -- 16 days after he turned 63 -- Barack Obama appeared on stage during Day 2 of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

'Thanks Joe': Kamala makes surprise appearance at DNC

'Thanks Joe': Kamala makes surprise appearance at DNC

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Americans are united by their shared vision for the future of the country, Vice President Kamala Harris said on Monday, making a surprise appearance on the opening day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

Donald Trump is unstable: Kamala's unprecedented attack

Donald Trump is unstable: Kamala's unprecedented attack

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Former President Donald Trump is becoming increasingly unstable, obsessed with revenge and is out for unchecked power, Vice President Kamala Harris said on Friday in an unprecedented attack on her Republican rival ahead of next week's election.

Biden calls QUAD allies India, Japan along with China, Russia 'xenophobic'

Biden calls QUAD allies India, Japan along with China, Russia 'xenophobic'

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Biden has been under attack from his opponents and the Republican Party for his immigration policies as hundreds and thousands of illegal immigrants enter the United States every month.

'India Must Not Support Nepal's Ex-King'

'India Must Not Support Nepal's Ex-King'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

'Gyanendra back on the throne would be bad news for the Nepali people. He may not have learnt from his experience, but we have.'

Trump's Election Should Worry The World

Trump's Election Should Worry The World

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

'There are ominous portents of an isolationist administration not only building a physical wall to the south to prevent unwanted immigrants from entering the land of milk and honey, but also trade walls not just against China, but all nations,' foresees Sreekant Sambrani.

Kamala Harris will be most extreme, radical, liberal prez: Trump

Kamala Harris will be most extreme, radical, liberal prez: Trump

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Harris will appoint hundreds of extreme far-left judges to 'forcibly impose crazy San Francisco liberal values' on Americans nationwide, he alleged, invoking the spectre of San Francisco -- a liberal city long used as shorthand by conservatives eager to denigrate Democrats.

Trump 47: Disruptor Or Savvy Dealmaker?

Trump 47: Disruptor Or Savvy Dealmaker?

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Donald Trump's exaggerated opinion of his dealmaking capacity can get him into trouble, observes R Sriram.