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Bobby Jindal hits campaign trail for touring Romney

Bobby Jindal hits campaign trail for touring Romney

Rediff.com27 Jul 2012

With Mitt Romney on his three-nation tour, Indian-American Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal, one of his top possible running mates for November polls, is leading the Republican campaign against United States President Barack Obama in battleground states, where he slammed the incumbent's economic policies.

Bobby Jindal hits campaign trail for touring Romney

Bobby Jindal hits campaign trail for touring Romney

Rediff.com27 Jul 2012

With Mitt Romney on his three-nation tour, Indian-American Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal, one of his top possible running mates for November polls, is leading the Republican campaign against United States President Barack Obama in battleground states, where he slammed the incumbent's economic policies.

US gets 50,000 H-1B petitions' packages on 1st day

US gets 50,000 H-1B petitions' packages on 1st day

Rediff.com5 Apr 2013

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, officially, has not come out on the number of H-1B applications received by it since April 1 when it started accepting petitions for it for the fiscal 2014 beginning October 1, 2013.

'Curb on Internet freedom bad for Indian democracy'

'Curb on Internet freedom bad for Indian democracy'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2012

Google is great for shopping, but not for learning, says Siva Vaidhyanathan, Robertson Professor in Media Studies Chair, Department of Media Studies, University of Virginia.

Rio to make new flags for China after criticism over flaws

Rio to make new flags for China after criticism over flaws

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

The Rio 2016 organising committee is making new flags for China after Chinese citizens watching the ceremony on television complained that the stars were incorrectly positioned.

'South Asians voted overwhelmingly against Trump'

'South Asians voted overwhelmingly against Trump'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

'This election might be the most significant for the community and indicates the possibility of greater engagement.'

The success story of Bank Bazaar

The success story of Bank Bazaar

Rediff.com18 Oct 2012

In just two years, Bank Bazaar.com was chosen as one of the 'Hottest Startups' in India.

North Korea court sentences US student to 15 years hard labour

North Korea court sentences US student to 15 years hard labour

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

According to the Guardian, the 21-year-old University of Virginia undergraduate student was convicted and sentenced in a one-hour trial on Wednesday morning at the country's Supreme Court after being charged with subversion.

Why is Blinken Rushing to Delhi?

Why is Blinken Rushing to Delhi?

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

The elephant in the room will permeate the conversations, predicts Rup Narayan Das.

Obama 'officially' re-elected as American president

Obama 'officially' re-elected as American president

Rediff.com5 Jan 2013

Barack Obama was officially reelected to a second term as the American president after votes of the much-discussed Electoral College were counted and certified in a joint session of Congress on Friday.

Donald Trump boots crying baby from rally

Donald Trump boots crying baby from rally

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

Addressing a gathering in Virginia on Tuesday, the Republican nominee for United States president asked a woman with a crying baby to leave his rally after the infant cried over his speech.

Nadal powers into Rome final; Konta win in semis

Nadal powers into Rome final; Konta win in semis

Rediff.com18 May 2019

Nadal avenged his defeat to the 20-year-old Greek at the same stage of the Madrid Open a week ago

Time to change course in the Middle East: Romney

Time to change course in the Middle East: Romney

Rediff.com8 Oct 2012

Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney plans pursue a more aggressive policy toward the Middle East, sharply different from that of United States President Barack Obama on Iran, Syria and Libya.

Ex-CIA officer indicted for leaking classified information

Ex-CIA officer indicted for leaking classified information

Rediff.com6 Apr 2012

A United States district court in Virginia has indicted a former Central Investigation Agency officer for allegedly leaking classified information to journalists.

Xi's aggressive moves against India 'unexpectedly flopped': US magazine

Xi's aggressive moves against India 'unexpectedly flopped': US magazine

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

Xi, 67, already roiling the Communist Party with a 'rectification' campaign and mass persecution of foes, will launch 'another brutal purge' following the Chinese army's failures on the Indian border, the Newsweek said in an opinion piece.

Trump-Biden tear desi families apart

Trump-Biden tear desi families apart

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

What startles a visitor like me from India is how the 2020 US presidential election has divided families, husband and wife, parents and children, observes Payal Mohanka.

Romney takes Ohio, 4 other states on Super Tuesday

Romney takes Ohio, 4 other states on Super Tuesday

Rediff.com7 Mar 2012

Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum, with three wins each in their kitty, were running almost neck to neck in Ohio on "Super Tuesday" wherein 10 States went into Republican presidential primary.

Indian-American actor booked for $13 mn extortion scheme

Indian-American actor booked for $13 mn extortion scheme

Rediff.com23 Aug 2012

Vishal Shah, a 25-year-old Indian-American, who worked as a small time actor in California, has been indicted on charges of threatening to kill relatives of several prominent businessmen unless he was paid $13 million.

Soon, hydrogen produced from corn will fuel cars

Soon, hydrogen produced from corn will fuel cars

Rediff.com7 Apr 2015

Husks and stalks of corn plants are used to create the fuel.

Millions voted 'illegally' for Hillary, claims Trump

Millions voted 'illegally' for Hillary, claims Trump

Rediff.com28 Nov 2016

The Republican billionaire's allegations came as steps are being taken towards recounting of votes in the swing state of Wisconsin, which Trump won.

In close race, Romney's team goes all out in Florida

In close race, Romney's team goes all out in Florida

Rediff.com2 Nov 2012

Rediff.com's Bikash Mohapatra, who is covering the US presidential elections, reports on how the Republicans are trying hard to secure Florida.

Trump makes vandalising monuments punishable offence with up to 10 yrs jail

Trump makes vandalising monuments punishable offence with up to 10 yrs jail

Rediff.com27 Jun 2020

The order comes in the wake of rioters defacing and destroying historical sites, monuments and statues in the country as violence erupted following the brutal custodial death of African-American George Floyd on May 25.

Aggressive Obama to meet resurgent Romney in second debate

Aggressive Obama to meet resurgent Romney in second debate

Rediff.com16 Oct 2012

As the United States election race enters its final lap with President Barack Obama and his challenger Mitt Romney almost tied in latest opinion polls, the two are pinning on the second presidential debate to gain a decisive edge.

Biden all set to be sworn in as 46th US President

Biden all set to be sworn in as 46th US President

Rediff.com20 Jan 2021

Chief Justice John Roberts will administer the oath of office to Biden just after the clock strikes 12 (local time) at the West Front of the Capitol -- the traditional location -- under the unprecedented security umbrella of more than 25,000 National Guards, who have transformed the capital into a garrison city, mainly because of the threat of violent protest by Trump's supporters.

Pentagon instructor sacked for anti-Islamic study matter

Pentagon instructor sacked for anti-Islamic study matter

Rediff.com21 Jun 2012

The instructor has been removed from his teaching job at the Joint Forces Staff College in Norfolk, Virginia, an official said, citing the outcome of an inquiry by Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff General Martin Dempsey

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'

FIFA Women's WC: Rapinoe on the spot to take US into quarters

FIFA Women's WC: Rapinoe on the spot to take US into quarters

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

The United States needed two Megan Rapinoe penalties, one of them controversially confirmed after a lengthy VAR review, to beat Spain 2-1 on Monday and set up a quarter-final clash with hosts France at the women's World Cup.

After angry Phoenix rally, Trump calls for unity at veterans event

After angry Phoenix rally, Trump calls for unity at veterans event

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

Trump says it is time to heal the wounds that divide Americans.

President's arts council quits over Trump's Charlottesville remarks

President's arts council quits over Trump's Charlottesville remarks

Rediff.com19 Aug 2017

In a letter signed by 16 of 17 committee members including two Indian-Americans Jhumpa Lahiri and Kal Penn, they said reproach and censure are necessary following Trump's "support of the hate groups and terrorists who killed and injured fellow Americans in Charlottesville."

85 pc Indian-Americans support Obama: Survey

85 pc Indian-Americans support Obama: Survey

Rediff.com6 May 2012

The Indian-American community has come out in strong support of United States President Barack Obama, who kicked off his re-election campaign with two rallies in Ohio and Virginia, with an overwhelming 85 per cent of them favouring a second term for him. Nearly 85 per cent of the Indian-Americans support Obama for a second term, according to a latest survey conducted by Lake Research Partners, a DC-based political consultancy firm, with APIAVote.

Obama flashes driving licence to cast historic vote

Obama flashes driving licence to cast historic vote

Rediff.com26 Oct 2012

Barack Obama created history when he went to a polling booth in his home town of Chicago to cast his vote, over 12 days ahead of the November 6 elections, thus becoming the first US President to vote early.

Obama to be 1st American President to vote early

Obama to be 1st American President to vote early

Rediff.com25 Oct 2012

President Barack Obama would cast his ballot on Friday for the November 6 US presidential elections, thus becoming the first US President to vote early in the country's electoral history.

Skilled Indians may have to wait 70 years for US green card!

Skilled Indians may have to wait 70 years for US green card!

Rediff.com5 Oct 2011

Two new reports urge government to ease green card process.

A star reborn! Lady Gaga's racy cover will steal your attention

A star reborn! Lady Gaga's racy cover will steal your attention

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

The singer gave fans a healthy dose of cleavage on the cover of Vogue.

'Kashmiri separatist Fai lied about his doctorate degree'

'Kashmiri separatist Fai lied about his doctorate degree'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2012

Kashmiri separatist Ghulam Nabi Fai, who was arrested last year on charges of being a paid agent of the Inter Services Intelligence, has lied to the court about possessing a doctorate degree, a United States attorney has said. "Fai has no doctorate degree," United States Attorney Neil MacBride informed the court on Wednesday in a foot-note, of the 10-page submission to the US district court in Alexandria, Virginia.

Morrocan pleads guilty in US Capitol bombing plot

Morrocan pleads guilty in US Capitol bombing plot

Rediff.com23 Jun 2012

A 29-year-old Morrocan has pleaded guilty of plotting a suicide attack on the US Capitol Building in Washington, DC in February as part of what he believed to be a terrorist operation, the US Justice Department said.

FBI releases unseen 9/11 Pentagon photos

FBI releases unseen 9/11 Pentagon photos

Rediff.com1 Apr 2017

The Federal Bureau of Investigation released chilling new images of the Pentagon in the immediate aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. The unpublished images were released to show the sheer devastation of the terrorist attack on the Pentagon on September 11, 2001.

Fireball! NASA rocket explodes seconds after launch

Fireball! NASA rocket explodes seconds after launch

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

An unmanned private rocket contracted by National Aeronautics and Space Administration to carry cargo into the space has exploded seconds after its launch along the eastern Virginia coast of the United States.

'India, US business must not fall prey to politics'

'India, US business must not fall prey to politics'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

Warner said the opportunities ranged from advancing the cause of the bilateral investment treaty, to advance the cause of greater collaboration between educational opportunities.

Indians love to DEBATE just about anything: John Kerry

Indians love to DEBATE just about anything: John Kerry

Rediff.com30 Nov 2011

India is "a powerhouse" in today's world and indispensable to "the conduct of global affairs", believes Senator John F Kerry, chairman of the powerful Senate Foreign Relations Committee and erstwhile Democratic presidential nominee in 2004.