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Weizmann to move court against Western Union on trademark, logo issue

Weizmann to move court against Western Union on trademark, logo issue

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Mumbai-based Weizmann, part of a diversified group, will take to court its former partner Western Union Holdings, the American money-transfer giant, alleging that the United States-based company has imitated its trademark and logo. This, its lawyers say, constitutes a case of infringement and dilution of its intellectual-property rights.

11 students killed in school shooting in Russia, toll likely to go up

11 students killed in school shooting in Russia, toll likely to go up

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

At least 11 students were killed and scores wounded when an unidentified attacker opened fire in a school in the Russian city of Izhevsk, local officials said on Monday.

California devastated by deadliest fire in history

California devastated by deadliest fire in history

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

At least 29 people have died so far in the fast-moving wildfire which began in California on November 8. The numbers are expected to rise.

Mourning The Texas Victims

Mourning The Texas Victims

Rediff.com27 May 2022

People mourned the deaths of 19 children and two teachers in Uvalde, Texas, while anti-gun protestors in Washington, DC demand gun safety legislation, following the mass shootings in Buffalo, New York, and Uvalde.

Dangerous heat wave bakes much of the US

"Dangerous" heat wave bakes much of the US

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

An "oppressive and dangerous" heat wave has gripped much of the United States, leaving at least six people dead and caused the cancellation of several public events. The National Weather Service has said that temperatures hovering around 106 degree Fahrenheit (41C), which has blanketed about a third of the population of the United States in recent days, will come down on Monday in a burst of thunderstorms and cooling rain brought on by a cold front. Till they receive some relief, here's how Americans are battling the heat.

Ouch! When models fall...

Ouch! When models fall...

Rediff.com23 Nov 2017

In photos: The awkward slips & tumbles on the catwalk.

PIX: Students return to school after Connecticut shooting

PIX: Students return to school after Connecticut shooting

Rediff.com19 Dec 2012

Easton police officer J Sollazzo hugs a parent dropping off their child at school in Newtown, Connecticut.

Rewind: Best images in the last 48 hours

Rewind: Best images in the last 48 hours

Rediff.com13 Sep 2011

Presenting some of the most scintillating pictures from around the globe in the last 48 hours.

Best images from the week gone by!

Best images from the week gone by!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

Here are the top 10 images from the big news that shook the world in the previous week.

US court upholds block on President Trump's travel ban

US court upholds block on President Trump's travel ban

Rediff.com26 May 2017

A majority of judges on the appeals court, in a 10-3 decision, said they were "unconvinced" the travel order had more to do with national security concerns than a "Muslim ban."

Hawaii sues US President Trump over travel ban

Hawaii sues US President Trump over travel ban

Rediff.com9 Mar 2017

The small state becomes the first to challenge the ban, which they say violates the US Constitution.

For Trump, 'crooked' Hillary is now 'devil' Hillary

For Trump, 'crooked' Hillary is now 'devil' Hillary

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

Trump for the past several weeks has been using the word 'crooked' against her.

Donald Trump unveils his economic policy, offers tax sops

Donald Trump unveils his economic policy, offers tax sops

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

Announcing his tax reforms Trump said his policies would benefit working families.

India has no interest in Snowden, will not offer him asylum

India has no interest in Snowden, will not offer him asylum

Rediff.com2 Jul 2013

India has not received any formal request from the whistleblower and even if there was one, the government was not keen on accepting it, reports Vicky Nanjappa

Why 7,000 shoes are lined up on the US Capitol lawn

Why 7,000 shoes are lined up on the US Capitol lawn

Rediff.com14 Mar 2018

Thousands of children's shoes have been kept on display outside the US Capitol as a temporary memorial to children killed by gun violence.

Eddi Redmayne, Bradley Cooper and more! People's Sexiest Men Alive

Eddi Redmayne, Bradley Cooper and more! People's Sexiest Men Alive

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Check out all these hotties!

'Obama is the founder of Islamic State': Trump's fresh salvo

'Obama is the founder of Islamic State': Trump's fresh salvo

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

Donald Trump on Thursday repeatedly accused President Barack Obama of founding the Islamic State group.

Yoga Day celebrations at UN to be broadcast at Times Square

Yoga Day celebrations at UN to be broadcast at Times Square

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

The UN will commemorate the inaugural International Yoga Day on June 21 with UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon.

Donald Trump backtracks on 'video of Iran ransom payment'

Donald Trump backtracks on 'video of Iran ransom payment'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2016

The said video, he had said, was handed over by the Iranians.

Yoga or gym: What's best for your body?

Yoga or gym: What's best for your body?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

Both these methods are loaded with equal benefits, which might make it tough for you to choose either one of them.

The 10 most expensive taxi rides around the world

The 10 most expensive taxi rides around the world

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

Rediff.com takes a look at the minimum taxi fare in other big cities around the globe on a day when auto rickshaw and taxi fares have been hiked in Mumbai

US Vice President Joe Biden's son Beau dies of cancer

US Vice President Joe Biden's son Beau dies of cancer

Rediff.com31 May 2015

Beau Biden -- the eldest son of US Vice President Joe Biden and a rising star of a political dynasty -- has died after battling brain cancer. He was 46.

Hurricane Laura kills 6, causes widespread destruction in US

Hurricane Laura kills 6, causes widespread destruction in US

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

-- More than 800,000 homes and businesses are without power in Texas and Louisiana as of Thursday morning -- Laura's 150mph winds made it the strongest hurricane to strike the US this year and in Louisiana since 1856

PHOTOS: America's students march for their lives!

PHOTOS: America's students march for their lives!

Rediff.com24 Mar 2018

Hundreds of thousands of people have flooded the American capital on Saturday for the "March for Our Lives" to support tougher gun controls and protest Congress's refusal to consider them. The event is being led by the student survivors of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting on February 14 when 17 were slaughtered by a teenage gunman carrying a legally-purchased AR-15.

Trump courts black voters; calls Clinton a 'bigot', promises tougher policing

Trump courts black voters; calls Clinton a 'bigot', promises tougher policing

Rediff.com17 Aug 2016

He vowed to restore law and order, only days after a fatal police shooting of a black man sparked more street violence.

When a KILLER is set free...

When a KILLER is set free...

Rediff.com15 Jul 2013

A young man was killed in Florida on February 26 because he was black and wore a hoodie. When his killer was acquitted on July 13, Roopa Unnikrishnan's faith in the justice system was shattered, forcing her to look at life through the prism of colour.

Mourning for George H W Bush

Mourning for George H W Bush

Rediff.com4 Dec 2018

Bush's remains will lie in state in the US Capitol Rotunda till Wednesday, when he will be honoured with state funeral at the Washington National Cathedral.

Smriti defends yoga day amid saffronisation charges. Is she right?

Smriti defends yoga day amid saffronisation charges. Is she right?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

Taking a jibe at critics alleging saffronisation of education, Union Human Resource Development Minister Smriti Irani on Monday said the country's inherent strength in education, ancient concept and values is hailed and applauded abroad but is described as "saffron" back in the country.

Myanmar puts India to shame, emerges as the world's most generous nation

Myanmar puts India to shame, emerges as the world's most generous nation

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

Globally, the proportion of people who said they volunteered time fell slightly, to 21.0 per cent from 21.3 per cent.

ZEN OUT: Yoga moves in the most unthought-of locales

ZEN OUT: Yoga moves in the most unthought-of locales

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

India is all set for a mega Yoga event on June 21. But before that watch these Yoga moves played out in the most 'out there' of locations.

REWIND: 16 photos from the week that was

REWIND: 16 photos from the week that was

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

Here's a glimpse of all that happened around the world last week, in 16 images.

Retirees could bear brunt of Detroit bankruptcy

Retirees could bear brunt of Detroit bankruptcy

Rediff.com20 Jul 2013

Retirees and labour officials acknowledged that the city's finances were in a shambles and they would have to share in the sacrifice to help Detroit recover.

What the Fed rate hike means to you, and your wallet

What the Fed rate hike means to you, and your wallet

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

One small interest rate hike of one-quarter of a percentage point is unlikely to have much impact on your budget

Stunning images of the month: May

Stunning images of the month: May

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

We present some of the best photographs clicked across the globe in the month of May.

Rewind 2014: Odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world

Rewind 2014: Odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world

Rediff.com31 Dec 2014

Shot in 2014, these images from across the globe will tell that it is a crazy world out there!

Trump hits back: Obama worst president in American history

Trump hits back: Obama worst president in American history

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

Trump also reiterated his stand and said he does not regret having criticised the parents of a slain American Muslim soldier Humayun Khan.

'Black Lives Matter' protests erupt in New York

'Black Lives Matter' protests erupt in New York

Rediff.com4 Dec 2014

Widespread protests broke out in New York following a grand jury verdict not to indict officers involved in the death of Eric Garner, the unarmed African American man who died after being placed in a choke hold by a white New York police officer last summer.

Why 2017 is crucial for China

Why 2017 is crucial for China

Rediff.com9 Feb 2017

'The mood in Beijing is already nervous and feverously watchful.' 'Developments in China will be scrutinised as intensely and nervously as the ones in Washington,' says Claude Smadja.

PHOTOS: Top moments from the week gone by

PHOTOS: Top moments from the week gone by

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

Top 20 images of all the events of the week that was.

Will Huma cost Hillary the White House?

Will Huma cost Hillary the White House?

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

If November 9 ushers in a Hillary Clinton presidency, you can bet your last dollar that Huma Abedin will be back at POTUS' side.