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Rains: US warns citizens living in Mumbai

Rains: US warns citizens living in Mumbai

Rediff.com10 Jun 2008

'You should follow common sense precautions, avoiding low-lying areas that appear to be flooded,' says the warden advisory by the American Citizens Service Unit put up on the Consulate General of United States website of India on Monday. The advisory warns them of open manholes and non-existent sidewalks.

Xi keeps tradition alive, meets Dr Kotnis' family

Xi keeps tradition alive, meets Dr Kotnis' family

Rediff.com19 Sep 2014

'The Indian medical mission travelled thousands of miles to assist us and fought shoulder to shoulder with people of my father's generation against Japanese fascists. The fine representative, young Dr Kotnis gave his precious life in China,' Xi noted.

India, Australia discuss cabbies' safety

India, Australia discuss cabbies' safety

Rediff.com30 May 2008

In the wake of recent attacks on Indian taxi drivers in Australia, officials from the two sides have agreed to establish a framework for continued dialogue on issues pertaining to the safety and security of the cabbies.

'Feminism alive and well in India'

'Feminism alive and well in India'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2008

Consul General of India in New York Neelam Deo outlined a series of steps taken by the Government of India to promote investment and competitive entrepreneurship in India. Deo touched on several sectors, and cited the Nano car, introduced by the Tata group, as an example of how Indian entrepreneurship is introducing efficiency in production to reduce the cost.

How Tibet was brutally 'liberated'

How Tibet was brutally 'liberated'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2020

India was fooled into believing that Communist China wanted a 'negotiated' settlement with the Tibetans; it was never the case, says Claude Arpi.

Indian Embassy makes report on Mississippi workers

Indian Embassy makes report on Mississippi workers

Rediff.com15 Mar 2008

The Indian embassy in Washington is in the process of finalising a detailed report on the issue of over 100 Indian workers in a Mississippi shipyard, who revolted against their employer for their alleged "slave-like treatment" after being "tricked" into coming to the US.

US expects 40 per cent rise in visa applications

US expects 40 per cent rise in visa applications

Rediff.com8 Jul 2008

The application for visas to the United States is likely to increase by about 40-50 per cent in the coming five years, said Henry V Jardine, Consul General of the United States at the Bengal National Chamber Of Commerce and Industries in Kolkata.

Alabama Governor apologises for assault against Indian

Alabama Governor apologises for assault against Indian

Rediff.com18 Feb 2015

The Governor of the US state of Alabama has apologised for the "unfortunate" use of excessive force by police against an Indian grandfather early this month that left him partially paralysed.

Family of Indian paralysed after US cops' brutality to file lawsuit

Family of Indian paralysed after US cops' brutality to file lawsuit

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

Many have called the incident police brutality" and "racial profiling.

'Studying in the US' video launched in Mumbai

'Studying in the US' video launched in Mumbai

Rediff.com10 Dec 2007

The US government launched the US Electronic Education Fair for Indian on Friday, December 8. As part of the launch, the government released a private screening of the new education video, "Studying in the US: An Indian Perspective".

Don't lose sight of China's potential for rivalry

Don't lose sight of China's potential for rivalry

Rediff.com4 Jun 2008

What can be expected from Pranab Mukherjee's visit to China? With full details of the agenda not open to the public, a clear picture may not be available at this juncture. It can be said, however, that a breakthrough on the boundary issue seems very unlikely, as the two sides appear to have failed so far in finalising a 'framework' for the settlement.

Spotted: Dev Anand in Scotland

Spotted: Dev Anand in Scotland

Rediff.com14 May 2008

A reader has sent us photographs of Dev Anand

1.5 lakh Indians to perform Haj this year

1.5 lakh Indians to perform Haj this year

Rediff.com7 Nov 2007

A total of 350 flights from 15 embarkation points will carry the pilgrims to Saudi Arabia, with the first being from Lucknow on November 11. Flights from Nagpur (to Jeddah-170 pilgrims), Kolkata (to Madinah-423 pilgrims), and Srinagar (to Jeddah-215 pilgrims) will also arrive on the first day.

American Food Festival through October 7

American Food Festival through October 7

Rediff.com28 Sep 2007

Spencer's, the Indian retail chain, is showcasing a wide range of US products at the "American Food Festival" from September 14 to October 7, 2007 at 29 stores in the Delhi and Mumbai.

Niagara Falls, Empire State Building lit-up for India's I-Day

Niagara Falls, Empire State Building lit-up for India's I-Day

Rediff.com16 Aug 2018

A special ceremony was organised at the world-famous skyscraper in New York's midtown Manhattan for lighting it up in saffron, white and green.

India among top 10 destinations for US students

India among top 10 destinations for US students

Rediff.com6 Mar 2008

Of the 5,83,000 students from about 200 countries studying in the US, Indians numbered 83,833, constituting 14.4 per cent, the largest single foreign group.

India among top 10 destinations for US students

India among top 10 destinations for US students

Rediff.com6 Mar 2008

United States Consul-General for South India David T Hopper has said India is one of the top ten destinations for the US students to pursue their studies.

Indian photographer bags NYC award

Indian photographer bags NYC award

Rediff.com22 Aug 2007

The citation said the award was being given to Jaffer for his "exemplary services" to the media in the US and India.

A R Rahman to perform at UN on I-Day

A R Rahman to perform at UN on I-Day

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

A R Rahman will be the second Indian artiste to perform at the UN General Assembly after M S Subbulakshmi.

New national association to unite Indian nurses

New national association to unite Indian nurses

Rediff.com19 Jul 2007

The history of professional Indian nursing in America started with the major migration of nurses in the early 1970s and 1980s.

Chhota Rajan, 3 others convicted in fake passport case

Chhota Rajan, 3 others convicted in fake passport case

Rediff.com24 Apr 2017

The court will on Tuesday hear arguments on the quantum of sentence to be awarded to the convicts.

Visa woes of a Hindi scholar

Visa woes of a Hindi scholar

Rediff.com29 Jun 2007

The US consulate in Mumbai seems to have lodged itself into a tight spot courtesy its blind rejection of visa applications submitted by 12 delegates of the 8th World Hindi Conference scheduled for next month in New York.

India tops ODA list

India tops ODA list

Rediff.com3 Jan 2008

India will remain on top in Japan's ODA list and is expected to strengthen its relations with Japan.

Australian cos to invest $4.5 bn in India

Australian cos to invest $4.5 bn in India

Rediff.com27 Jun 2007

Australian companies are expected to make investments to the tune of US$ 4.5 billion in India in the coming years, a senior Australian diplomat has said.

6 lakh Indians likely to seek US visa

6 lakh Indians likely to seek US visa

Rediff.com15 May 2007

United States visa officials were expecting to process 600,000 applications in India this year, a top embassy official said.

US consulate joins NGO to fight human trafficking

US consulate joins NGO to fight human trafficking

Rediff.com13 May 2008

To prevent crimes against woman outside Kolkata and stop human trafficking Apne Aap Women Worldwide, a Kolkata-based NGO, has tied-up with the US Consulate General, Kolkata.

All Indians safe in wildfire-hit California: Govt

All Indians safe in wildfire-hit California: Govt

Rediff.com24 Oct 2007

Indian Consulate General in San Francisco has been in touch with members of the Indian community, many of whom had to evacuate their properties. India has expressed regret over the loss of life and damage to property in the fire in southern California that began on Sunday and has destroyed over 384 square miles of area.

2nd Indian student rescued from Texas lake dies

2nd Indian student rescued from Texas lake dies

Rediff.com4 Sep 2017

Singh and Bhatia were swimming in the lake when a sudden current of water pushed them deeper.

Independence Day gifts for Nepal, Pakistan

Independence Day gifts for Nepal, Pakistan

Rediff.com15 Aug 2006

Border Security Force gifted a bucket of sweets to their Pakistani counterparts at the Indo-Pak Joint Check Post in Wagah.

Messages to Mumbai, from Vancouver

Messages to Mumbai, from Vancouver

Rediff.com8 Aug 2006

No religious factors while issuing visas: US embas

No religious factors while issuing visas: US embas

Rediff.com6 Sep 2007

Kaestner said the US visa policy clearly defined that there would be no queries about race and religion of the people who wanted to visit the US

India reached out to countries on CAA, NRC: MEA

India reached out to countries on CAA, NRC: MEA

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

The CAA does not change basic structure of Constitution, MEA spokesperson said at a media briefing.

US to appoint IPR, aviation experts in India

US to appoint IPR, aviation experts in India

Rediff.com26 May 2006

The United States has decided to appoint a treasury attache and an attache for intellectual property rights in India. The US will also appoint a special official to deal with the aviation sector.

Why this police officer got a US award

Why this police officer got a US award

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

Rachakonda Police Commissioner Mahesh Bhagwat has thrice been honoured by the International Association of Chiefs of Police for his unusual efforts in community policing and welfare. The only Indian police officer to be honoured thus.

Terror anywhere, this Peace Bell in US tolls

Terror anywhere, this Peace Bell in US tolls

Rediff.com4 Dec 2008

The Bell of Hope rings every time terror strikes any part of the world. The City of London gifted this bell to the City of New York a year after the attacks of 9/11. On November 3, St Paul's Chapel invited India's Deputy Consul General Dr A M Gondane to ring the Bell of Hope following the terror attacks in Mumbai.

India-Saudi trade crosses $9.8 billion

India-Saudi trade crosses $9.8 billion

Rediff.com26 Jun 2007

The trade between India and Saudi Arabia is growing rapidly with the bilateral trade crossing USD 9.87 billion last year.

DLF: Family-owned but professionally run

DLF: Family-owned but professionally run

Rediff.com18 Jun 2007

'Today, we have over 200 subsidiaries across India and we are one of the most automated companies'

Indo-China trade gets a boost

Indo-China trade gets a boost

Rediff.com23 Nov 2006

The Indian community in Guangzhou has widely welcomed the country's decision to open a Consulate-General in the booming southern Chinese city, which they say will further boost bilateral trade and facilitate easier travel for businessmen between the

India woos Canadian investors

India woos Canadian investors

Rediff.com29 Aug 2005

Inviting Canadian entrepreneurs, India has said the country is fast emerging as an attractive destination for investors in various sectors especially in energy, information technology and biotechnology.