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Ami Bera becomes 1st Indo-American doc elected to US Cong

Ami Bera becomes 1st Indo-American doc elected to US Cong

Rediff.com16 Nov 2012

Dr Ami Bera, 45, the Elk Grove, California Democrat has created history by becoming the first Indian American physician to be elected to the United States Congress and only the third Indian American in the community's immigrant experience to have the distinction of being voted in to the US House of Representatives.

UA passengers can surf the Net

UA passengers can surf the Net

Rediff.com7 Jun 2005

United Airlines, the world's second-largest carrier, received regulatory approval to install wireless Internet access to its fleet in a partnership with Verizon Communications Inc.

Astronomy Photographs of the Year

Astronomy Photographs of the Year

Rediff.com27 Sep 2021

Astronomy Photographer of the Year, an annual exhibition that showcases the world's greatest space photography, now in its 13th year, has announced its 2021 winners.

Just 14, and he can play 107 musical instruments

Just 14, and he can play 107 musical instruments

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

As a five year old, Neil Nayyar learnt to play the drums. Today, at 14, he has mastered 107 instruments.

Indian-origin man jailed for 15 years for investment fraud

Indian-origin man jailed for 15 years for investment fraud

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

According to court documents, Singh carried out an investment fraud through an entity known as the Perfect Financial Group.

Deep Singh, the 'super Sikh' who hates bad guys and loves Elvis

Deep Singh, the 'super Sikh' who hates bad guys and loves Elvis

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

Move over Batman and superman.

US Congressman Ami Bera's dad admits to election fraud

US Congressman Ami Bera's dad admits to election fraud

Rediff.com11 May 2016

Babulal 'Bob' Bera, US Congressman Ami Bera's 83-year-old father, faces five years in prison.