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Varun Kapur to head Texas India

Varun Kapur to head Texas India

Rediff.com8 Dec 2006

Texas Pacific Group, the global private-equity fund, which manages around $20 billion, has named former Intel Capital managing director Varun Kapur to lead its investments in India effective this week.

Harmeet shines as USA stun Bangladesh in 1st T20I!

Harmeet shines as USA stun Bangladesh in 1st T20I!

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Harmeet Singh, who played Under-19 cricket for India, slammed 33 not out to guide USA to a five-wicket win over Bangladesh in a T20I World Cup warmup on Tuesday.

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.

12 bodies recovered from Texas plant blast site

12 bodies recovered from Texas plant blast site

Rediff.com20 Apr 2013

US authorities today said 12 bodies have been recovered from the site of a massive explosion that leveled a fertiliser plant in the quiet central Texas town.

Texas: Cops looking for Indian engineer's killer

Texas: Cops looking for Indian engineer's killer

Rediff.com1 Dec 2006

Sanal Nathan, 26, a former of Texas University student and his female companion were held up on the night of November 27 outside his apartment on South Cooper Street by an unidentified man who demanded money from the couple at gunpoint.

Copa America: Argentina beat Ecuador on penalties, enter semis

Copa America: Argentina beat Ecuador on penalties, enter semis

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

Argentina beat Ecuador 4-2 on penalties to move into the semi-finals of the Copa America on Thursday after goalkeeper Emi Martinez made two saves for the reigning champions in the shoot-out following a 1-1 draw in regulation time.

Kamala Harris: Her Life In Photos

Kamala Harris: Her Life In Photos

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

A peek into the life of United States Vice President Kamala Harris, the likely Democratic presidential nominee.

Muslim cemetery sparks row in Texas town

Muslim cemetery sparks row in Texas town

Rediff.com21 Jul 2015

Residents of a small town in the American state of Texas are seeking to block plans to build an Islamic cemetery over fears that it could be the part of a wider "Muslim takeover", the latest manifestation of anti-Islamic sentiment in the country.

10 killed in shooting at Texas school, gunman arrested

10 killed in shooting at Texas school, gunman arrested

Rediff.com18 May 2018

Several other students were injured in the shooting.

Three killed in shooting near university in Texas

Three killed in shooting near university in Texas

Rediff.com14 Aug 2012

Police said that one Texas constable and one civilian were killed in a shooting near Texas A&M University campus.

What's Yuvi Doing With T20 World Cup?

What's Yuvi Doing With T20 World Cup?

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Yuvraj Singh took the T20 World Cup trophy into top gear at the Miami Grand Prix circuit.

When Beyonce Wore Gaurav Gupta

When Beyonce Wore Gaurav Gupta

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

She saddled up in a Gaurav Gupta ensemble.

Will govt cut petrol, diesel prices before Maha election?

Will govt cut petrol, diesel prices before Maha election?

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

International oil prices continue to be extremely volatile, falling on one day and rising thereafter, a top oil ministry official said explaining the reason behind no reduction in petrol and diesel prices despite softening in input cost, but could not say if the rates will be cut before Maharashtra elections. Global oil benchmark Brent crude futures fell below $70 per barrel last week -- the first time since December 2021 -- but gained thereafter. Brent was trading at $74.58 per barrel on Thursday while West Texas Intermediate advanced to trade at $71.71.

Copa America PIX: Colombia, Brazil in quarter-finals

Copa America PIX: Colombia, Brazil in quarter-finals

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Images from the Copa America Group D matches between Brazil-Colombia and Paraguay-Costa Rica.

Atwal makes cut at Texas Open

Atwal makes cut at Texas Open

Rediff.com24 Sep 2005

The Indian golfer fired an even par round to ensure yet another cut this week at the Texas Open.

Copa America: Chile hold Peru to goalless draw

Copa America: Chile hold Peru to goalless draw

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Chile showed more attacking flair but failed to execute the crucial final pass in a first half marred by injuries, with Peru's Luis Advincula subbed off in the 35th minute and Chilean midfielder Diego Valdes being replaced at half-time.

PIX: Argentina down Canada in Copa America opener

PIX: Argentina down Canada in Copa America opener

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Defending Copa America champions Argentina beat Canada 2-0 in the opening match of the tournament on Thursday.

Former Texas employee sues Infy for 'discrimination'

Former Texas employee sues Infy for 'discrimination'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

The lawsuit pointed out that the plaintiff's experience with Infosys demonstrates the 'discriminatory nature of Infosys' employment practices'.

T20 World Cup: Additional tickets for two India games to go on sale

T20 World Cup: Additional tickets for two India games to go on sale

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Additional tickets for six T20 World Cup matches in New York, including India's fixtures against Ireland and USA, will go on sale from Thursday.

Tesla's India factory plan may materialise in 2025

Tesla's India factory plan may materialise in 2025

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Tesla's plan to manufacture its affordable electric car priced at $25,000 in India and Mexico could materialise sometime in 2025 or thereafter, with Elon Musk declaring that these models would be produced at its existing factories to utilise their full capacity before investing in new manufacturing lines. The company operates factories in Texas and Fremont in the US, Berlin in Germany, and Shanghai in China. By the end of the calendar year 2023, Tesla was manufacturing 1.8 million vehicles annually.

Remembering The Day JFK Died

Remembering The Day JFK Died

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

November 22, 2023 marks 60 years since US President John F Kennedy's assassination.

IN PIX: Texas wildfires blaze 1,000 homes

IN PIX: Texas wildfires blaze 1,000 homes

Rediff.com8 Sep 2011

Massive wildfires have killed two persons and destroyed at least 1,000 homes in Central Texas as the United States firefighters battled some of the worst blazes in the state's history.

A Shiva temple in Texas

A Shiva temple in Texas

Rediff.com4 Feb 2008

The Sri Saumyakasi Shiva temple was inaugurated during weeklong festivities and ceremonies, presided over by Swami Tejomayananda, spiritual head of the Chinmaya Mission organization worldwide, before many devotees.

Rayudu's U-Turn: What led to his exit from MLC?

Rayudu's U-Turn: What led to his exit from MLC?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2023

Rayudu pulls out of MLC due to personal reasons

Is J D Vance The Right Choice By Trump?

Is J D Vance The Right Choice By Trump?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

This is the guy who might be one feeble, McDonald's-fueled heartbeat from the presidency, notes Sree Sreenivasan.

Was that a UFO flying over Texas?

Was that a UFO flying over Texas?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2014

Several people reported seeing a ring of blinking lights in the sky in Texas during a recent lightning storm and have claimed that it was a UFO.

New York all set for India vs Pakistan: 'Super Bowl on steroids'

New York all set for India vs Pakistan: 'Super Bowl on steroids'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

India and Pakistan form one of the most intense rivalries in cricket and the temporary, 34,000-seat stadium in New York, will be bursting at the seams, with millions more watching on TV.

Satyam, Texas Instruments in pact

Satyam, Texas Instruments in pact

Rediff.com20 Feb 2003

Satyam Computer Services Ltd said it will provide consulting services to Texas InstrumentsÂ’ incorporated digital signal processor customers.

Copa America: Ecuador in quarters; Mexico out after draw

Copa America: Ecuador in quarters; Mexico out after draw

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Ecuador secured a place in the Copa America quarter-finals on Sunday after grinding out a 0-0 draw with Mexico.

In a first, Amul to launch fresh milk in US

In a first, Amul to launch fresh milk in US

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

For the first time, Amul fresh milk will be available outside India, with the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) launching four variants of milk in the US market within a week, to cater to Indian diaspora and Asian population. "We have been exporting dairy products for many decades. This is the first time we are launching fresh milk outside India," GCMMF MD Jayen Mehta told PTI. He said "the GCMMF has tied up with 108-year old cooperative organisation Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA) to launch fresh milk in the US market."

Two Indian brothers killed in Texas plane crash

Two Indian brothers killed in Texas plane crash

Rediff.com16 Jul 2010

Twenty-six year old Casey Brinegar and 22-year old Kartik Kalaichelvan, both flight instructors, and Kartik's brother Pratik Kalaichelyan, 19, died in the accident. Brinegar and Kartik died on the spot while Pratik died in the hospital. Officials have not determined yet, who piloted the plane.

Rayudu heads to USA for Major League Cricket!

Rayudu heads to USA for Major League Cricket!

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Rayudu will team up with New Zealand players Devon Conway and Mitchell Santner, as well as Dwayne Bravo and David Miller, among others.

56-inch chest, connection with God history now: Rahul's dig at Modi

56-inch chest, connection with God history now: Rahul's dig at Modi

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

When asked about the Uniform Civil Code, Gandhi said he would comment on it only after he knows what is BJP's proposal.

Skeet great Hancock targets perfection at Paris Games

Skeet great Hancock targets perfection at Paris Games

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

Men's skeet, where competitors use shotguns to break clay targets flung into the air, has become much more competitive over the last decade, and it was "getting harder and harder to win", Hancock observed.

Texas Instruments sees great potential in India

Texas Instruments sees great potential in India

Rediff.com29 Mar 2006

'India is well positioned to be a leading player in this new era of communication and entertainment.'

Obamas endorse Kamala Harris' White House bid

Obamas endorse Kamala Harris' White House bid

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Kamala Harris will be a 'fantastic President of the United States', former president Barack Obama said on Friday, as he and his wife Michelle endorsed her and vowed to do 'everything we can' to enable her to win the high-stakes elections against Donald Trump in November.

Budget Qs Answered: 'Selling My Home At Rs 5 Cr. How Much Tax Will I Pay?'

Budget Qs Answered: 'Selling My Home At Rs 5 Cr. How Much Tax Will I Pay?'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

rediffGURU Samkit Maniar answers readers' personal income tax queries.

Indian-American jobs at stake over Texas eyebrow threading rule

Indian-American jobs at stake over Texas eyebrow threading rule

Rediff.com7 Feb 2014

Beauticians with up to 20 years of experience have been asked to immediately stop eyebrow threading and spend more than $20,000 to undergo courses in government-approved beauty schools.

Ranbaxy to pay $39.75 mn for litigation settlement with Texas

Ranbaxy to pay $39.75 mn for litigation settlement with Texas

Rediff.com16 Oct 2014

Last year, Ranbaxy had paid around $4,20,000 to the US state of Idaho as part of a $500-million settlement that the drug firm had signed with US authorities.