News for 'White House'

'Trump Is A Businessman, He'll Get A Deal Done'

'Trump Is A Businessman, He'll Get A Deal Done'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

'You can't have a one-sided deal. If you have a lopsided deal then it won't be sustainable.'

Wozniacki leaves behind White House memories to halt slide

Wozniacki leaves behind White House memories to halt slide

Rediff.com17 Jan 2017

Since reaching the Australian Open semi-finals in 2011, Wozniacki had fallen one round earlier in each subsequent visit to Melbourne Park - which meant her journey to this season's opening Grand Slam was full of trepidation.

Trump is 'looking forward' to meeting Modi, says White House

Trump is 'looking forward' to meeting Modi, says White House

Rediff.com13 Jun 2017

WH said they are expected to set forth a vision that will expand the bilateral partnership

Mega economic package for US on track: White House

Mega economic package for US on track: White House

Rediff.com31 Jan 2009

The American Economic Recovery and Reinvestment Act, which pumps $819 billion into the US market so as to boot up its fast sinking economy, was passed by the House early this week; with all Republicans lawmakers voting against it. The stimulus package is now scheduled to come up before the Senate next week, wherein the opposition Republicans, though in minority, have vowed to block it. They have, in fact, brought out their own version of the bill.

When It's Time To Party, Madonna Is...

When It's Time To Party, Madonna Is...

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

With the holiday season in full swing, the Drive actress' wardrobe feels like the perfect mix of bold, playful and dance-floor approved.

Trump ends two-decade long tradition of celebrating Eid at White House

Trump ends two-decade long tradition of celebrating Eid at White House

Rediff.com26 Jun 2017

United States President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania released a statement on Saturday wishing "warm greetings" to those celebrating Eid al-Fitr.

UNSC approves Trump's Gaza peace plan

UNSC approves Trump's Gaza peace plan

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

The United Nations Security Council has adopted a draft resolution endorsing United States President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan and authorising the establishment of an international stabilisation force in the enclave, with the American leader describing it as a 'moment of true historic proportion'.

10 Stylish Looks For Your NYE Party

10 Stylish Looks For Your NYE Party

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Whether you're heading to a house party or a glam get-together on New Year's Eve, make sure you raise the fashion bar with your style choices.

US Vice Prez Biden leads White House Diwali celebrations

US Vice Prez Biden leads White House Diwali celebrations

Rediff.com15 Nov 2012

Just one week after United States President Barack Obama's convincing re-election, his faithful Vice President Joseph Biden led the White House celebration of Diwali, reflecting on the significance of festival of lights, and also acknowledging the presence of Tulsi Gabbard, the first Hindu American elected to the US Congress, and also Ambassador Nirupama Rao, who like Gabbard, seemed to have that gravitational pull in terms of the guests wanting to pose for pictures with them

US expands travel ban, restrictions to 20 more nations. Check list

US expands travel ban, restrictions to 20 more nations. Check list

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

The Trump administration has expanded its travel ban and restrictions to 20 additional nations as well as the Palestinian Authority, citing national security concerns.

Indian becomes US citizen in rare ceremony at White House hosted by Trump

Indian becomes US citizen in rare ceremony at White House hosted by Trump

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

Immigrants from five countries -- India, Bolivia, Lebanon, Sudan and Ghana -- stood in a line during the ceremony in the White House.

Indian-origin woman raped in UK: 32-year-old 'white male' arrested

Indian-origin woman raped in UK: 32-year-old 'white male' arrested

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

I have been living here for 61 years and have never, ever heard of such an incident. The local community are getting seriously concerned because this is the second (racially aggravated) attack in the West Midlands

Trump to sign executive orders before meeting Pak PM today

Trump to sign executive orders before meeting Pak PM today

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

United States President Donald Trump is set to engage in high-stakes bilateral meetings on Thursday, including a closed-door session with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in the Oval Office, according to Trump's public schedule released by the White House.

Candid moments from Obama's 1st term in White House

Candid moments from Obama's 1st term in White House

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

Rediff.com presents some candid photographs from inside the White House.

Who's The Lady With Donald Trump Jr?

Who's The Lady With Donald Trump Jr?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

That's Bettina Anderson, who has been Don Jr's partner for over a year.

Jolt to Ukraine peace as Putin-Trump meet likely to be stalled

Jolt to Ukraine peace as Putin-Trump meet likely to be stalled

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

This comes despite Russia on Monday stating that Lavrov and Rubio held a "constructive" conversation as part of preparations for the meeting between their two presidents in Budapest, Hungary, Russian media has reported.

White House yet to take a call on Trump's Sabarmati visit

White House yet to take a call on Trump's Sabarmati visit

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

Earlier it was announced that after landing at the airport in Ahmedabad on February 24, Trump will go to the Sabarmati Ashram and spend around 30 minutes there. All preparations are in final stages for the visit of President Trump.

'All options' open to deal with Pak: White House

'All options' open to deal with Pak: White House

Rediff.com6 Jan 2018

The US wants action against the existing safe havens of the Taliban and the Haqqani network and demolish its ability to carry out strikes across the border in Afghanistan.

Obama continues Diwali tradition, lights diya at White House

Obama continues Diwali tradition, lights diya at White House

Rediff.com29 Oct 2011

United States President Barack Obama celebrated Diwali at the White House complex by lighting the traditional diya and hosting a reception for eminent Indian Americans and officials in his administration.

Trump says Israel, Hamas agree on '1st phase' of peace plan

Trump says Israel, Hamas agree on '1st phase' of peace plan

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on social media, "With God's help we will bring them all home."

Vance says he's 'ready' to take over as US President if...

Vance says he's 'ready' to take over as US President if...

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

US Vice President JD Vance says he is ready to lead the country if a 'terrible tragedy' occurs, amid speculation about President Trump's health. He insists Trump is in good health and will serve his full term.

Trump revokes Kamala Harris' Secret Service cover

Trump revokes Kamala Harris' Secret Service cover

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

United States President Donald Trump has revoked protection for former Vice President Kamala Harris' Secret Service protection, according to a White House official, as cited by multiple US media outlets on Friday.

'NCP Workers Make Ajit Pawar THE Ajit Pawar'

'NCP Workers Make Ajit Pawar THE Ajit Pawar'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Ajit Pawar granted Rediff an interview in Baramati at 6 am. Why? 'To be a successful politician one needs to sleep less, and I never sleep for more than 4 hours' Ajit Pawar told Syed Firdaus Ashraf as Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff captured the encounter on his camera.

Putin demands key Ukraine region in return for peace

Putin demands key Ukraine region in return for peace

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a phone call this past week with United States President Donald Trump, demanded that Kyiv surrender full control of Donetsk, a strategically vital region in eastern Ukraine, as a condition for ending the war, said two senior officials familiar with the conversation, the Washington Post reported.

Rumours of US Vice Prez Biden joining race to White House grow louder

Rumours of US Vice Prez Biden joining race to White House grow louder

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

An American lawmaker has said that Vice President Joe Biden will run for presidency, even as the White House remained tight lipped about it except for saying that an announcement on the decision is coming soon.

Kerala couple among 7 held in Maha over forced conversion

Kerala couple among 7 held in Maha over forced conversion

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Police in Maharashtra's Amravati district arrested a pastor from Kerala and seven others on charges of hurting religious sentiments after allegations of offering money for conversion to Christianity. Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan criticized the arrests.

Kamala Harris turns 56; next birthday at White House, says Biden

Kamala Harris turns 56; next birthday at White House, says Biden

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

Biden took to Twitter to post a photograph showing their hands clasped together. 'Happy Birthday, Kamala Harris. Next year, let's celebrate with some ice cream at the White House,' tweeted Biden, who had in August picked her as his running mate.

Barack Obama arrested? Trump posts 'video'

Barack Obama arrested? Trump posts 'video'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

United States President Donald Trump on Monday shared an AI-generated video of showing former President Barack Obama being arrested.

Is Trump's tariffs on India a strategic mistake?

Is Trump's tariffs on India a strategic mistake?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

Former White House official John Bolton suggests that tariffs imposed on India by the US for purchasing Russian oil may have unintended consequences, potentially driving New Delhi closer to Beijing and Moscow.

With 'bit of bittersweetness', Obama hosts final musical event at White House

With 'bit of bittersweetness', Obama hosts final musical event at White House

Rediff.com22 Oct 2016

Obama and his wife Michelle began the annual event eight years ago to celebrate music that has helped shape the US.

Can't predict when Biden will call Imran, says White House

Can't predict when Biden will call Imran, says White House

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

A senior White House official has said that she cannot 'predict' when President Joe Biden would make a call to Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan though there has been high-level engagements between the two countries.

Trump's Huge Venezuela Gamble

Trump's Huge Venezuela Gamble

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

I am inclined to believe that the Venezuela adventure is not an indication of American strength, alas, but rather of American weakness, points out Rajeev Srinivasan.

'Virat Kohli will beat me': Sachin Tendulkar predicted

'Virat Kohli will beat me': Sachin Tendulkar predicted

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Rajeev Shukla recalled his conversations with Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, revealing that the 'Master Blaster' had expressed confidence that a young Virat Kohli could one day break his major batting records.

It'll be the White House for Kal Penn now

It'll be the White House for Kal Penn now

Rediff.com7 Apr 2009

Kal Penn on Monday night took a giant step towards a full-time political career, when his much beloved character Dr Lawrence Kutner was killed off, via suicide, from Fox's hit medical drama House.

Farewell Tillerson, McMaster: High-profile exits from Trump's White House

Farewell Tillerson, McMaster: High-profile exits from Trump's White House

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

United States President Donald Trump's administration has been marked by a series of exits from high-ranking officials. Appointments expected to last for years have only made it a matter of days, ending in chaotic departures. On March 23, adding to the long list of departures from the US administration was National Security Adviser Lt General H R Mcmaster who will be replaced by John Bolton. Here's a list of other notable departures from Trump's White House.

White House blunder over new Oval Office rug quote

White House blunder over new Oval Office rug quote

Rediff.com6 Sep 2010

The White House has committed an embarrassing blunder over an Oval Office carpet quotation, which they thought belonged to Martin Luther King, but in fact, doesn't.

Trump Official Dubs Ukraine Conflict As 'Modi's War'!

Trump Official Dubs Ukraine Conflict As 'Modi's War'!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'Everybody in America loses because of what India is doing.'

No change in US position on Paris climate deal, says White House

No change in US position on Paris climate deal, says White House

Rediff.com17 Sep 2017

The statement by the White House comes amid reports that that the Trump administration would announce at the Montreal talks that it wouldn't pull out of the Paris accord

All options on table: White House on McChrystal

All options on table: White House on McChrystal

Rediff.com23 Jun 2010

The top US commander in Afghanistan appeared to be on his way out after the White House and Pentagon took strong objection to his controversial comments against key aids of Obama administration in an interview.

DON'T MISS: An inside tour of the White House

DON'T MISS: An inside tour of the White House

Rediff.com4 Apr 2012

In what the Obama administration is describing an attempt to increase access to the White House, United States President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle have teamed up with Google to create a virtual 360-degree tour of the historic building's public rooms.