A California commission -- mandated with recommendation and revision of school text books -- has rejected demands of replacing India with South Asia for pre-1947 references
India will not tailor its policies to suit US EV maker Tesla, and its laws and tariff rules will be formulated to attract all-electric vehicle manufacturers from across the world to set up a base in the world's fastest-growing economy, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said. Tesla has been seeking an initial tariff concession that would allow it to offset 70 per cent customs duty for cars priced less than $40,000, and 100 per cent for cars of higher value.
Eight spectators were crushed to death and 12 others injured when a vehicle lost control and plunged into the cheering crowd at a traditional off-road desert race in Southern California. Authorities believe the driver lost control of the vehicle during a race at a dry lake bed, ploughing into the crowd of people watching the sport.
Mark Zuckerberg unveiled the next generation Wayfarer style Meta Smart Glasses at the company's headquarters in Menlo Park, California, September 27, 2023.
A 23-year-old Indian student, studying in the United States, has died of malaria in Brazil, his father said on Sunday.
When Vinod Khosla bought the Martin's beach property he put up a gate with a sign that said, 'Beach closed, keep out'. Ritu Jha reports from California.
Go all out and treat yourself to some irresistibly decadent cookies.
The incident took place in San Mateo on Monday, the police were quoted as saying by the the report.
Two people of Indian-American descent have been arrested in connection with a homicide in California.
Indian-American Vijay Gandhi has become the first member of the community to be sworn in as a magistrate judge for the United States District Court for the Central District of California.
Promila Awasthi, an India-born American citizen, alleged her former bosses mocked her for observing American holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas
Glimpses from the World Dog Surfing Championships.
In an unprecedented move the California state assembly has passed a resolution, recognising August 15 as India's Independence Day and urged all Californians to celebrate the diversity of cultures.
Indian origin lawyers Kalpana Peddibhotla, Neha Sampat, Daljit Dhami, Vineeta Gajwani and Anoop Prasad were awarded at the South Asian Bar Association of Northern California's 19th annual gala held on March 30 in San Francisco, US.
Reader Subramani Thiagarajan has sent us this photograph with the two star couple.
California Attorney General Kamala D Harris announced on February 12 that she would be seeking re-election to the post.
She was surprised to learn that nobody was running against state Senator Mark Leno, a Democrat from the newly-redistricted Senate District 11. So, Dhillon decided to run.
Known to be the strongest earthquake in the area in the past 25 years, the quake has injured hundreds of people, damaged buildings and homes and affected the wine business in the area. Ritu Jha reports
An angry California man has used Facebook to make a profane threat against United States President Barack Obama, prompting the Secret Service to launch a probe.
Holger Rune rallied from a set down and saved a match point to defeat former champion Taylor Fritz 2-6 7-6(2) 6-3 on Wednesday and reach the Indian Wells quarter-finals where he will meet fourth seed Daniil Medvedev.
A 62-year-old woman of Indian origin was killed in Tracy, California on Saturday last. The incident occurred at Hacienda Inn motel owned by Chempak Petal, brother of victim Lalita Patel.
Super Tuesday is an important phase of presidential primaries when the early contests are over, and voters from multiple states cast ballots in primaries timed to occur on the same date. Almost all the results were one-sided in favour of Trump except for Vermont, where the winning difference was about one per cent.
A treat you can easily make yourself for post-workout cravings.
An 18,500 strong desi American crowd awaits Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address at the San Jose stadium in California.
An 18,500 strong desi American crowd awaits Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address at the San Jose stadium in California.
The former secretary of state has been experiencing a cough related to allergies.
'Today, the gift of a good education and the opportunity it creates are out of reach for millions of struggling Californians. That's why I'm running for governor -- to create jobs and give kids a quality education. Jobs and education. That's it. That's my platform'. Neel Tushar Kashkari, the son of Srinagar-born and raised Kashmiri Pandit immigrants, throws his hat in the ring for California governor.
The two-term governor from South Carolina, Haley, 51, is trailing by more than 30 points against former president Donald Trump in her home state where the Republican presidential primary is scheduled for February 23.
Concerned about the safety of Indians residing in the wildfire-hit US state of California, Leader of the Opposition Lal Kishenchand Advani on Wednesday spoke to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to enquire about their wellbeing.
India Abroad's West Coast correspondent Ritu Jha reports there is nothing much to cheer about Indian Americans in the fray in California.
The 81st Annual Golden Globes awards show saw Hollywood's swish set make a dazzling show on the red carpet.
In Dubai, A Ganesh Nadar encountered high speeds on smooth-as-silk-roads, no bureaucracy, gold, Mr Toad's. And snow!
It's that time of year again when you can celebrate with a pumpkin pie, one of the most unsung of desserts.
Reader Amol Yadav sent us a picture of Kim Clijsters from California.
Reader Amol Yadav sent us a picture of Kim Clijsters from California.
Rajan Zed, the priest who recited a Hindu prayer at the opening session of the US Senate on July 12, has been invited to do the same for the 40-member California State Senate.
Over 250 people participated in a rally to support 82-year-old California resident Surat Singh Khalsa, who has been on a hunger strike in India demanding the release of political prisoners. Ritu Jha/Rediff.com reports from California.
Go light before the festive mithai binge begins.
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