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This supercar can go up to 390km/h!

This supercar can go up to 390km/h!

Rediff.com16 Apr 2012

McLaren F1 is a supercar designed and manufactured by McLaren Automotive.

'Opening of India's retail sector will happen'

'Opening of India's retail sector will happen'

Rediff.com21 Dec 2011

Ron Somers, president of United States-India Business Council, has termed the Indian government's rollback of foreign direct investment in the multibrand retail sector as yet another addition to the disappointments American business and industry has had to endure.

FDI in retail: US biz unhappy with India's decision

FDI in retail: US biz unhappy with India's decision

Rediff.com14 Dec 2011

USIBC President slams India for suspending its decision to open the multi-brand retail sector to foreign direct investment.

Karnataka, Gujarat best for investment: US

Karnataka, Gujarat best for investment: US

Rediff.com7 Jan 2011

Gujarat and Karnataka are the "role models" of a competent and transparent government and a progressive leadership that can attract investors in the coming years, according to a leading US business forum representative.

Muhammad Ali family lawyer to Trump: Thanks, but no pardon needed

Muhammad Ali family lawyer to Trump: Thanks, but no pardon needed

Rediff.com8 Jun 2018

'We appreciate President Trump's sentiment, but a pardon is unnecessary'

PIX: The Different Faces OF Tom Cruise

PIX: The Different Faces OF Tom Cruise

Rediff.com15 Jun 2012

The Hollywood star's latest movie Rock Of Ages features him as a Rockstar.

Why US is keen to forge 'education ties' with India

Why US is keen to forge 'education ties' with India

Rediff.com14 Oct 2011

Ron Somers, president of the US-India Business Council, said that the reason the USIBC is so keen to deepen linkages with India across the education sector is 'because our knowledge partnership with India depends on it.'

Time right for the great American cricketing dream?

Time right for the great American cricketing dream?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

Prominent deep-pocketed investors are lined up to finance Major League Cricket, the world's top players are supposedly ready to sign on and, according to the ICC and USA Cricket research, there is a baked-in fan base of between 15 and 20 million waiting to be served.

Sixth Harry Potter film premieres in London

Sixth Harry Potter film premieres in London

Rediff.com8 Jul 2009

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is all set for release next week.

USIBC welcomes Indo-US aviation security agreement

USIBC welcomes Indo-US aviation security agreement

Rediff.com22 Jul 2011

"India-US Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement (BASA) will improve passenger safety and therefore caps the success of the 2005 Open Skies Agreement, which opens more routes, includes more airlines, and greatly improves the ability for companies to engage in commerce between the US and India," USIBC chief Ron Somers said.

USIBC welcomes Indo-US aviation security agreement

USIBC welcomes Indo-US aviation security agreement

Rediff.com22 Jul 2011

"India-US Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement (BASA) will improve passenger safety and therefore caps the success of the 2005 Open Skies Agreement, which opens more routes, includes more airlines, and greatly improves the ability for companies to engage in commerce between the US and India," USIBC chief Ron Somers said.

PIX: The Last Harry Potter Premiere

PIX: The Last Harry Potter Premiere

Rediff.com8 Jul 2011

Here's who attended the high profile event.

Obama's Mumbai visit: The big picture

Obama's Mumbai visit: The big picture

Rediff.com6 Nov 2010

Business leaders chart plans to boost two-way growth.

America Inc for bilateral trade treaty with India

America Inc for bilateral trade treaty with India

Rediff.com24 Jun 2011

USIBC urged a serious evaluation of a more specialised bilateral economic arrangement.

Biden, Harris, Trump extend Diwali greetings

Biden, Harris, Trump extend Diwali greetings

Rediff.com15 Nov 2020

In a joint statement, Biden and Harris wished a happy Diwali to everyone celebrating the festival of lights across the US, India and the world.

US-India trade policy forum postponed till later this year

US-India trade policy forum postponed till later this year

Rediff.com10 Jan 2012

The two-day trade policy forum was to be held on January 12 and 13.

Iowa's close contest kicks off primary season in US

Iowa's close contest kicks off primary season in US

Rediff.com4 Jan 2012

The Iowa vote to pick a challenger for the 2012 presidential poll was turning out to be a three-way contest between Mitt Romney, Ron Paul and Rick Santorum, with the three Republican hopefuls locked in a close race in the first state to go for a nomination ballot.

Attri-Reddy crowned champs; Saina pulls out of PBL

Attri-Reddy crowned champs; Saina pulls out of PBL

Rediff.com24 Nov 2019

The Attri and Reddy duo made light-weight of their opponent

Justice Mudgal elected head of FIFA Governance Committee

Justice Mudgal elected head of FIFA Governance Committee

Rediff.com11 May 2017

Justice Mukul Mudgal was on Thursday elected as head of FIFA's governance committee at the world football governing body's 67th Congress in Bahrain's capital city of Manama.

Hollywood's top-earning couples

Hollywood's top-earning couples

Rediff.com27 Jan 2011

Here's a look at Forbes' rich list.

Ohio ban, visa fee hike to dominate Indo-US meet

Ohio ban, visa fee hike to dominate Indo-US meet

Rediff.com20 Sep 2010

India's disappointment over recent 'protectionist' measures by the United States, including increase in visa fee for IT professionals and Ohio's ban on government outsourcing, will be raised at the high level ministerial meeting in Washington on Tuesday.

American Inc flays move to raise visa fee for IT pros

American Inc flays move to raise visa fee for IT pros

Rediff.com11 Aug 2010

The American corporate sector has flayed the US government's move to increase visa fees for IT professionals, saying the bill is "discriminatory" against foreign companies and would undermine investment relations with India.

Vote! Which Harry Potter film did you like best?

Vote! Which Harry Potter film did you like best?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2011

Cast your vote now!

How India can change its 'job taker' tag in the US

How India can change its 'job taker' tag in the US

Rediff.com11 Jan 2011

India's top IT companies need to open new facilities in the United States to create more employment opportunities for locals and to change the perception that they were job-takers, a leading US business forum representative has said.

US warns to drag countries to WTO against IP theft

US warns to drag countries to WTO against IP theft

Rediff.com27 Apr 2010

The top Obama Administration official said the US will negotiate agreements that commit its trading partners to protecting American intellectual property, such as the Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement and the Trans-Pacific Partnership.

Somers lauds Indian firms' role in US economy

Somers lauds Indian firms' role in US economy

Rediff.com1 Apr 2011

Somers said, "Number one, the message has to be that now we are living in a global economy and that a knowledge partnership with India is enabling our American companies team with their Indian partners to remain globally competitive."

US visa fee hike to cost Indian firms $200 mn more a year

US visa fee hike to cost Indian firms $200 mn more a year

Rediff.com10 Aug 2010

Terming an American proposal to increase visa fees as discriminatory, Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma on Tuesday said the increase would cost Indian firms $200 million extra a year and make them less competitive.

Doha talks: Minister reaffirms India's commitment

Doha talks: Minister reaffirms India's commitment

Rediff.com19 Mar 2010

Sharma met US trade representative Ron Kirk, agriculture secretary Tom Vilsack and deputy assistant to the president and deputy national security advisor for International Economic Affairs Michael Froman and other senior Obama Administration officials.

Dortmund stage late comeback win to go top of the Bundesliga

Dortmund stage late comeback win to go top of the Bundesliga

Rediff.com30 Sep 2018

Dortmund now have 14 points, one ahead of champions Bayern Munich, who suffered their first defeat of the season on Friday with a 2-0 loss at Hertha Berlin.

Create jobs, we'll take care of outsourcing: US

Create jobs, we'll take care of outsourcing: US

Rediff.com9 Nov 2010

Ron Somers, president, United States-India Business Council speaks his mind about Indo-US tiff over outsourcing.

'We must not be retreating into the confines of protectionism'

'We must not be retreating into the confines of protectionism'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2010

Ron Somers, president, US-India Business Council, discusses American business and industry's expectations and responsibilities from the Obama's visit.

Indian economy opening up slow, US frustrated

Indian economy opening up slow, US frustrated

Rediff.com10 Feb 2011

The US was 'extraordinarily' frustrated with the slow pace of opening up of Indian economy, despite the issue being raised at the highest level, a top Obama Administration has said.

N-tech: US firms want level playing field in India

N-tech: US firms want level playing field in India

Rediff.com20 Apr 2010

Ron Somers, president, US-India Business Council, which lobbied to get the US-India nuclear technology deal approved, like the rest of the American business fraternity, is upset by India's recent purchase of nuclear reactors and sophisticated technology and weaponry from Russia.

First Look: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows 2

First Look: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows 2

Rediff.com1 Apr 2011

Get your lowdown on what's happening in the world of Hollywood, right here!

America Inc outraged at chop shop slur on Infosys

America Inc outraged at chop shop slur on Infosys

Rediff.com11 Aug 2010

The Washington-based USIBC represents some 350 American companies, including many in Fortune 500 list, like Boeing, Wal Mart, PepsiCo and General Motors and Lockheed Martin that do business in India.

Indian American picked US agriculture negotiator

Indian American picked US agriculture negotiator

Rediff.com28 Mar 2010

An Indian American has been appointed the chief agriculture negotiator of the United States, who would carry out all critical negotiations for the country in the crucial Doha round and other bilateral discussions.

Ahead of inauguration, Washington DC turns into fortress

Ahead of inauguration, Washington DC turns into fortress

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

More than 25,000 National Guards have been deployed along with thousands of local police personnel and those from other security agencies. The area in and around Capitol Hill, a large part of Pennsylvania Avenue and the White House has been made out of bounds for the general public with eight-feet high iron barricades being erected.

'Doha talks would give big push to trade'

'Doha talks would give big push to trade'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2010

The successful conclusion of the Doha round of trade negotiations would substantially augment global trade, Indian Minister of Commerce and Industry Anand Sharma said here.

All eyes on Emma Watson at Harry Potter premiere

All eyes on Emma Watson at Harry Potter premiere

Rediff.com12 Nov 2010

Check out the cast of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 at the film's world premiere in London.

India-US commercial ties at their peak:Biz council

India-US commercial ties at their peak:Biz council

Rediff.com27 May 2010

USIBC has seen exponential growth in the last five years, from just 80 companies as its members to now more than 350 top American companies, including scores of Fortune 500 and global Indian companies.