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Amazing images of One World Trade center

Amazing images of One World Trade center

Rediff.com7 May 2013

One World Trade center became the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere.

Amazing images of One World Trade Center

Amazing images of One World Trade Center

Rediff.com13 Aug 2012

Whole bunch of new renderings of One World Trade Center have just been released.

9/11 bones found at World Trade Center

9/11 bones found at World Trade Center

Rediff.com21 Oct 2006

The bones were found on Thursday at the southern end of so-called 'ground zero,' the site of the destroyed World Trade Center.

World Trade Center reopens 13 years after 9/11 attacks

World Trade Center reopens 13 years after 9/11 attacks

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

The 104-storey building's opening marks an emotional milestone for the United States.

Remember These Images From 25 Years Ago?

Remember These Images From 25 Years Ago?

Rediff.com3 days ago

As younger generations grow up without personal memories of 9/11, the 25th anniversary serves as a powerful reminder of loss, resilience, bravery and America's enduring promise to never forget.

The amazing One World Trade Center's Observation Deck

The amazing One World Trade Center's Observation Deck

Rediff.com4 Apr 2013

Standing tall at height of 1,776 feet, One World Trade Center will be the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere when it is completed.

9/11 Memorial: Where New York Remembers

9/11 Memorial: Where New York Remembers

Rediff.com2 days ago

Twenty-five years after the September 11 attacks, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum remains a place of remembrance, resilience and reflection, discovers Tanisha Mehrotra.

Spotted: Shekhar Kapur at World Trade Center-Groun

Spotted: Shekhar Kapur at World Trade Center-Groun

Rediff.com13 Oct 2008

Reader Vivek Saxens has sent us a photograph.

One World Trade Center to be tallest skyscraper in US

One World Trade Center to be tallest skyscraper in US

Rediff.com13 Nov 2013

The skyscraper at New York's World Trade Center has been designated the tallest building in the United States by virtue of its spire, surpassing Chicago's Willis Tower, an international body said on Tuesday.

Why 9/11 Still Matters

Why 9/11 Still Matters

Rediff.com2 days ago

On the 25th anniversary of that world-changing morning in New York, it is also for the rest of to reflect. Not only on those who were killed but also on why the event happened and what led to it and what came after it, asserts Aakar Patel.

Out of the 9/11 ashes, the One World Trade Center stands tall

Out of the 9/11 ashes, the One World Trade Center stands tall

Rediff.com10 Sep 2016

Two skyscrapers were decimated the day 2,996 died, one and a half decades ago. George Joseph profiles the monument that has replaced them.

'West Bengal Doesn't Need To Experiment With The Bulldozer'

'West Bengal Doesn't Need To Experiment With The Bulldozer'

Rediff.com5 days ago

'We have a very demanding electorate which expects us to do something. So we will have to do something which is a bit out of the ordinary while at the same time keeping in mind the risk factors.'

The stunning World Trade Centre is 100 storeys high!

The stunning World Trade Centre is 100 storeys high!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2012

It will soon be the tallest building in New York City, surpassing the Empire State Building.

Will SpaceX IPO make Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire?

Will SpaceX IPO make Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire?

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Elon Musk, already the world's richest person, may soon become the first trillionaire as his space and AI company, SpaceX, prepares for a public listing. The IPO is expected to be the largest ever, surpassing Aramco's 2020 listing, but recent filings reveal a challenging financial picture for SpaceX.

India must focus on long-term growth, not short-term challenges: Citi CEO

India must focus on long-term growth, not short-term challenges: Citi CEO

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Despite current headwinds, India remains the world's fastest-growing major economy and should not allow near-term challenges to obscure its long-term growth potential, said Jane Fraser, Citi Chair and Chief Executive Officer.

Mamdani slammed for 'rude' welcome to King Charles, Koh-i-Noor comment

Mamdani slammed for 'rude' welcome to King Charles, Koh-i-Noor comment

Rediff.com1 May 2026

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is under fire for his handling of King Charles III's visit, particularly his call for the return of the Koh-i-Noor diamond, which has been labelled as 'rude' and inappropriate.

UAE to store 30 mn barrels of crude in India's petroleum reserve: Misri

UAE to store 30 mn barrels of crude in India's petroleum reserve: Misri

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Foreign secretary Vikram Misri on Friday shared key details on agreements between India and the UAE, stating that the UAE will store up to 30 million barrels of crude oil in India's strategic petroleum reserve following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit.

OpenAI CEO hails India's 'incredible' AI growth

OpenAI CEO hails India's 'incredible' AI growth

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman emphasized the importance of democratizing Artificial Intelligence as the only fair and safe way forward, highlighting India's significant progress in AI adoption.

WTC Tribute Center keeps the flame alive

WTC Tribute Center keeps the flame alive

Rediff.com11 Sep 2009

The Center is comprised of five distinct galleries, with each exhibit and each photograph telling the story of a life lost at Ground Zero. Visitors are encouraged to ask questions, and invited to write in the visitors' book about how 9/11 affected them, and what they hope to do to educate others. A tour through the Center gives you the impression that it is a monument both to what was lost, and what was found, that day

The Gulf War: What's Pakistan Up To?

The Gulf War: What's Pakistan Up To?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey met in Islamabad in what analysts say is the formal opening of a new diplomatic formation that could reshape the post-war regional order. Their immediate goal is a ceasefire; their larger ambition is to ensure that neither Iran nor Israel emerges from this war in a dominant position. Pakistan's foreign minister then flew directly to Beijing and mooted a Chinese role as guarantor of any eventual agreement. Prem Panicker continues his must read daily blog on the Gulf War.

Now, Trump hints at action in Colombia; sparks backlash

Now, Trump hints at action in Colombia; sparks backlash

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

United States President Donald Trump ignited controversy after making sharp and unprecedented remarks about Colombia during a brief exchange with reporters.

Trump-era H1B fee, tariffs hurt India ties, say US lawmakers

Trump-era H1B fee, tariffs hurt India ties, say US lawmakers

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

US lawmakers have expressed concerns that policies enacted by the Trump administration, such as the H1B visa fee and tariffs on India, are detrimental to American businesses and threaten the relationship between the United States and India.

US Sanctions May Not Stop Russian Oil Flow To India

US Sanctions May Not Stop Russian Oil Flow To India

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Sanctioning Russian oil would have led to a sharp surge in oil prices to above $80 per barrel levels, which would impact pump prices in the US ahead of midterm elections next year.

Which city has highest area under office lease?

Which city has highest area under office lease?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2025

Colliers reports that GCC leasing has jumped from 4.6 million square feet in 2021 and is expected to hit 10.6 million square feet by 2025 -- a clear sign that multinationals see Bengaluru as a long-term base.

Why did Joe Biden wear a 'TRUMP 2024' hat?

Why did Joe Biden wear a 'TRUMP 2024' hat?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

United States President Joe Biden, while commemorating the 23rd anniversary of 9/11 terror attacks at a fire station, donned a red hat that read 'TRUMP 2024', a gesture the White House has termed a show of bipartisan unity.

Unseen photos from the 9/11 terror attack clean-up

Unseen photos from the 9/11 terror attack clean-up

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

A casual clearance sale purchase has yielded a cache of remarkable photos never publicly seen before, all depicting the clean up operation in New York following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack. The images, taken from overhead and on the ground, show workers and heavy machinery moving rubble from the base of the World Trade Center in the days and weeks following 9/11. The photographer is believed to be a man who was one of many tasked with cleaning up the site. Jason Scott, an American archivist and historian, said on Twitter he was given a cache of about 2,400 photos found on rotting CDRs. He then made them public on photo-sharing site Flickr.

In PHOTOS: The haunting memories of 9/11

In PHOTOS: The haunting memories of 9/11

Rediff.com8 Jul 2013

We bring you images from the under construction 9/11 Memorial Museum at the World Trade Center site in New York. The museum is scheduled to be opened to the public in the spring of 2014.

The Best Hindi 25 Films In 25 Years

The Best Hindi 25 Films In 25 Years

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Over 25 years, societies evolve and tastes change. Cinema absorbs and reflects this transformation. Picking only 25 films from the first quarter of the century is tough.

Modi, Vance welcome progress on Indo-US bilateral trade pact

Modi, Vance welcome progress on Indo-US bilateral trade pact

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US Vice President JD Vance have expressed satisfaction with the progress made in negotiations for a bilateral trade agreement. The two leaders met in New Delhi and discussed a range of bilateral issues, including cooperation in energy, defense, strategic technologies, and other areas. They also exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest.

Terror attack hits KWTC trade trip to India

Terror attack hits KWTC trade trip to India

Rediff.com2 Jan 2009

The delegation was to meet with business and government leaders both in New Delhi and Mumbai, coinciding with the Innovative Technologies for manufacturing Expo 2009, an international B2B exhibition and conference, India's largest trade show focusing in agro& food processing, auto components and chemicals and fertilizers as well as electronics and electrical engineering.

Who Accompanied Modi, Trump?

Who Accompanied Modi, Trump?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Who accompanied Prime Minister Narendra D Modi to his Thursday meeting with US President Donald J Trump in the Oval Office, and who did POTUS bring along?

Ports are being developed as hubs of green hydrogen production

Ports are being developed as hubs of green hydrogen production

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

The government is developing ports across the country as centres for green hydrogen production and export, Sarbananda Sonowal, minister of ports, shipping and waterways (MoPSW) said on Tuesday. "Across the country, over 12 million tonnes of green hydrogen-based e-fuel capacity has been announced.

9/11: 'Love leaves a memory no one can steal'

9/11: 'Love leaves a memory no one can steal'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2011

After Joseph Mathai's death his wife Teresa found solace in doing service in his memory. Arthur J Pais reports

Ground Zero debris to be sifted for 9/11 victims' remains

Ground Zero debris to be sifted for 9/11 victims' remains

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

New York City will on Monday begin the mammoth task of sifting through the debris of buildings on the World Trade Center site to find more remains of the 9/11 terrorist attack victims that will allow more number of them to be identified.

Modi to meet Putin after Tianjin SCO Summit: Will Ukraine figure?

Modi to meet Putin after Tianjin SCO Summit: Will Ukraine figure?

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

During a special briefing in Tianjin, Misri confirmed that the prime minister will first address the SCO plenary session before meeting President Putin.

20 Years On: America REMEMBERS 9/11

20 Years On: America REMEMBERS 9/11

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

Saturday marks 20 years of the 9/11 terror attacks in America. The image of two passenger planes flying into the twin towers of the World Trade Center is permanently etched inpublic memory.

Iran keen to relaunch rupee-rial trade for exporting oil

Iran keen to relaunch rupee-rial trade for exporting oil

Rediff.com19 Mar 2022

Iran has offered to help India meet its energy needs by relaunching rupee-rial trade for export of oil and gas, said Iranian ambassador to India Ali Chegeni. Chegeni said if both the countries resume rupee-rial trade, bilateral trade can touch $30 billion. Iran used to be India's second largest oil supplier but New Delhi had to halt imports after the former US president Donald Trump withdrew from the nuclear deal with Iran and re-imposed sanctions on its oil exports.

Terrible to lose against 'crooked' Hillary: Trump

Terrible to lose against 'crooked' Hillary: Trump

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

The Republican presidential nominee said it would be embarrassing to lose against Clinton.

View from 1,250 feet: One World Observatory opens

View from 1,250 feet: One World Observatory opens

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

One World Observatory: Bird's eye view of NYC from 1,250 ft

Inside New York's stunning subway station

Inside New York's stunning subway station

Rediff.com12 Nov 2014

New York raised the curtain on its new $1.4 billion transit station in lower Manhattan on Sunday, a long-awaited connection between the World Trade Center site and the rest of the city more than 13 years after terrorist attacks ravaged the area.