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English Premier League: Manchester United stun Arsenal; Chelsea, Aston Villa win

English Premier League: Manchester United stun Arsenal; Chelsea, Aston Villa win

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Manchester United loosened Arsenal's grip on the Premier League title race with a 3-2 win in north London on Sunday.

PIX: Manchester City, Villa held; Chelsea lose to Fulham

PIX: Manchester City, Villa held; Chelsea lose to Fulham

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Arsenal's Premier League title prospects were enhanced without them even kicking a ball on Wednesday as their closest challengers Manchester City and Aston Villa both dropped points.

'Shame students have to...': Trump's $1M 'Gold Card' unveiled

'Shame students have to...': Trump's $1M 'Gold Card' unveiled

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Trump described the Gold Card as a "Green Card, but much better, much more powerful, a much stronger path and a path is a big deal. Have to be great people, but much stronger path", which also helps companies.

PIX: Palace move up to fourth, Brighton held at home

PIX: Palace move up to fourth, Brighton held at home

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

IMAGES from the EPL matches played on Sunday

EPL PIX: 10-man Chelsea hold Arsenal; Liverpool halt woeful run

EPL PIX: 10-man Chelsea hold Arsenal; Liverpool halt woeful run

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Arsenal missed a chance to tighten their grip on the Premier League title race with a 1-1 draw at 10-man Chelsea on Sunday.

Portugal qualify for World Cup; England, France win

Portugal qualify for World Cup; England, France win

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Portugal qualified for the 2026 World Cup on Sunday with a 9-1 hammering of Armenia that included hat-tricks from both Bruno Fernandes and Joao Neves.

EPL: Palace hold Arsenal as Liverpool edge closer to title

EPL: Palace hold Arsenal as Liverpool edge closer to title

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

First-half goals by Jakub Kiwior and Leandro Trossard looked like being enough for a lacklustre Arsenal against a lively Palace side who equalised with an Eberechi Eze volley.

Indian-origin man, daughter killed in US store shooting

Indian-origin man, daughter killed in US store shooting

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

A 56-year-old Indian-origin man and his 24-year-old daughter were shot and killed at a convenience store in Virginia. Police have arrested a 44-year-old man, George Frazier Devon Wharton, in connection with the shooting. Wharton is charged with first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, possession of a firearm by a felon, and two counts of use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. The victims were identified as Pradipkumar Patel and his daughter, who were working at the store when the shooting occurred. The owner of the store, Paresh Patel, said the victims were his family members. The shooting sent shockwaves among the Indian community in the United States.

US firms can now hire Indian graduates from top universities

US firms can now hire Indian graduates from top universities

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

US President Donald Trump has said that the newly proposed 'gold card' initiative will allow American companies to hire Indian graduates from top US universities like Harvard and Stanford. Trump on Wednesday unveiled the 'gold card' initiative for wealthy foreigners, giving them the right to live and work in the country and offering a path to citizenship in exchange for a $5 million fee.

EPL PIX: City score late win; Villa crush Newcastle

EPL PIX: City score late win; Villa crush Newcastle

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

A round-up of Saturday's action in the Premier League.

Trump 2.0: Return Of The Maverick

Trump 2.0: Return Of The Maverick

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

In the weeks between his phenomenal electoral victory and swearing-in as the 47th president of the United States, the world got a preview of what a second Donald Trump presidency will entail -- both for itself and America.

Is It Wise To Get A Harvard MBA?

Is It Wise To Get A Harvard MBA?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Divya Nair/Rediff.com speaks to students and experts to find out whether it is better to study management in India or try for an international MBA.

Wharton regrets Modi confusion, denies inviting Kejriwal

Wharton regrets Modi confusion, denies inviting Kejriwal

Rediff.com5 Mar 2013

Ending its silence, Wharton School has backed the organising committee of Wharton India Economic Forum on cancelling the address of Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, but regretted the confusion caused as a result of the change in programme.

Wharton regrets confusion over Narendra Modi invite

Wharton regrets confusion over Narendra Modi invite

Rediff.com5 Mar 2013

Aam Admi Party claimed Arvind Kerjriwal is asked to be Modi's replacement.

Wharton is coming home, soon

Wharton is coming home, soon

Rediff.com11 Dec 2006

Rita McGlone, senior director of Wharton confirmed that Wharton is seriously considering a campus in India both to provide non-executive MBA programmes and executive MBA programmes.

Infosys, Wharton invite nominations

Infosys, Wharton invite nominations

Rediff.com19 Feb 2004

For the third year, the Wharton Infosys Business Transformation Awards will 'salute' corporations and leaders who bring about real, lasting change through information technology, an Infosys statement said.\n\n\n\n

Wharton and Modi: How political gamesmanship won

Wharton and Modi: How political gamesmanship won

Rediff.com6 Mar 2013

'I agonise for these students that only desired to create a platform to discuss India's challenges and opportunities for growth. They shot themselves in the foot and the students and Wharton administration must learn the lessons of consequences even as they seek redemption that can be theirs with the right moves forward, argues Dr Aseem Shukla.

Kejriwal denies replacing Modi at Wharton forum

Kejriwal denies replacing Modi at Wharton forum

Rediff.com5 Mar 2013

Aam Aadmi Party national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday said his invitation to Wharton India Economic Conference and cancellation of invitation to Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi were not linked.

'Dismayed at Wharton withdrawing Modi's invitation'

'Dismayed at Wharton withdrawing Modi's invitation'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2013

"Troubled" and "dismayed" at Wharton University withdrawing its invitation to Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday said the varsity's decision to change its mind "under pressure" was "very wrong". Addressing the Wharton India Economic Forum via video-conferencing, Kejriwal, who began his indefinite fast against "inflated" power and water bills today, said he was "dismayed" at the decision.

Can't accept FDI blindly, need safeguards: Sitharaman

Can't accept FDI blindly, need safeguards: Sitharaman

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

India will place restrictions on foreign direct investment (FDI) in the national interest to ensure safeguards because of its location in a highly sensitive neighbourhood, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said during an interactive session at the Wharton Business School in the US on Tuesday. "I cannot blindly accept FDI simply because we need investment, unmindful of where it is coming from. "We want business, we want investment, but we also need some safeguards, because India is located in a neighbourhood that is very, very sensitive," Sitharaman said.

Trump still faces four criminal indictments

Trump still faces four criminal indictments

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

In effect, he became the first former president to get the nomination for the top office after being convicted of a felony.

Wharton withdrawing its invite to Modi wrong: Congressman

Wharton withdrawing its invite to Modi wrong: Congressman

Rediff.com6 Mar 2013

Expressing disappointment at the decision of Wharton India Economic Forum on rescinding its invitation to Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, a United States lawmaker has said that for Wharton 'to suppress the views of some at the expense of others' is simply not right.

After protests, Wharton cancels Modi's keynote address

After protests, Wharton cancels Modi's keynote address

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

The prestigious Wharton school on Sunday cancelled the keynote address of Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, following uproar from a section of university professors and students about the invitation. The organising committee of the prestigious annual event apologised for putting the university and the Wharton School administration in a 'difficult position'.

Kejriwal, Mohandas Pai to speak at Wharton

Kejriwal, Mohandas Pai to speak at Wharton

Rediff.com13 Mar 2013

Activist-turned politician Arvind Kejriwal and Manipal Group chairman Mohandas Pai are two new faces who will address the prestigious Wharton India Economic Forum meeting.

Modi backers stage 'funeral of free speech' near Wharton

Modi backers stage 'funeral of free speech' near Wharton

Rediff.com24 Mar 2013

A group of Indian Americans, appalled by Wharton India Economic Forum's withdrawal of invitation to Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, staged a demonstration near the Wharton School where the summit is underway. Arthur J Pais reports.

Wharton guru backs Indian business model

Wharton guru backs Indian business model

Rediff.com3 Dec 2007

The Indian business model, especially management practices, can serve as a model for the emerging economies, in the next five to ten years, according to Peter Cappelli, management and director, centre for human resources, The Wharton School.

Donald Trump: From convicted felon to 2nd term Prez

Donald Trump: From convicted felon to 2nd term Prez

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

From the time he left office after his loss in the 2020 presidential election to his nomination as the Republican candidate in the 2024 race, Trump continued to dominate the American news cycle and the country's psyche.

Petition behind Wharton's decision to cancel Modi invite

Petition behind Wharton's decision to cancel Modi invite

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

The Wharton India Economic Forum revoked its decision to invite Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi to deliver a keynote address after three Indian-American professors from the University of Pennsylvania sent a petition signed by about 135 people "furious" against such a move.

Modi draws sharp criticism after Wharton drops him

Modi draws sharp criticism after Wharton drops him

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

Leaders of various political outfits took a dig at Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Monday after the latter was dropped as the keynote speaker at a Wharton Business School event.

No Rashford in England's provisional Euro 2024 squad

No Rashford in England's provisional Euro 2024 squad

Rediff.com21 May 2024

While England boast a formidable attacking threat, there are concerns about their defence which is perhaps why Southgate is prepared to look at new candidates before he has to make his final call for the tournament.

PHOTO: Modi's supporters protest against Wharton

PHOTO: Modi's supporters protest against Wharton

Rediff.com23 Mar 2013

Supporters of Narendra Modi held protests in Philadelphia to protest the decision of the Wharton India Economic Forum to withdraw its invitation to the controversial Gujarat chief minister.

Modi doesn't need a certificate from Wharton: BJP

Modi doesn't need a certificate from Wharton: BJP

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday played down Wharton's cancellation of video address by Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, saying he enjoys huge popularity in India and does not need an acceptance certificate from any international body.

After Wharton drops Modi, main sponsor Adani opts out

After Wharton drops Modi, main sponsor Adani opts out

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

Following the cancellation of Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi's keynote address at the Wharton India Economic Forum, it transpires that main sponsor Gautam Adani, chairman of Gujarat-headquartered Adani group, opted out of the event some time ago.

More youth must join politics: Pilot at Wharton

More youth must join politics: Pilot at Wharton

Rediff.com29 Mar 2010

The minister felt that not everybody has to become a politician, but one needs to be involved in the system and hold the leadership accountable and make sure that there is more transparency in the system.

Gavaskar at WhartonIndia Economic Forum

Gavaskar at WhartonIndia Economic Forum

Rediff.com24 Mar 2009

India's legendary sportsmen (from left to right) Sunil Gavaskar, Geet Sethi and Vijay Amritraj at the 13th annual WhartonIndia Economic Forum, at Park Hyatt in Philadelphia.

No announcement on Modi replacement yet: Wharton

No announcement on Modi replacement yet: Wharton

Rediff.com5 Mar 2013

The Wharton India Economic Forum on Monday said that it has not made any announcement on who would replace Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi as one of the key-note speaker at its annual event later this month.

Wharton Economic Forum to highlight India's rise

Wharton Economic Forum to highlight India's rise

Rediff.com8 Apr 2011

The theme for this years conference is 'India: Gaining Momentum'.

Now sponsor Viacom 18's Colors pulls out of Wharton forum

Now sponsor Viacom 18's Colors pulls out of Wharton forum

Rediff.com8 Mar 2013

Another key sponsor of the Wharton Indian Economic Forum has pulled out of the prestigious annual meet in the wake of the organiser's decision to cancel a key-note address by Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi.