News for 'india-abroad'

Toilet proves short cut to jail for Indian doctor

Toilet proves short cut to jail for Indian doctor

Rediff.com9 Aug 2008

Dr Sivaprasad D Madduri of Missouri, who landed in jail when he attempted to use the toilet during a flight, has initiated legal action against Southwest Airlines.

Money sent to parents in India is tax-free

Money sent to parents in India is tax-free

Rediff.com5 Jun 2009

A N Shanbhag, the highly respected investment guru, and his son Sandeep Shanbhag, answers your questions on NRI investment.

'Clear waiver at NSG is a fantasy'

'Clear waiver at NSG is a fantasy'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2008

Daryl Kimball, executive director of the Washington, DC-based Arms Control Association believes India's expectation of a 'clean exemption' at the Nuclear Suppliers Group meeting scheduled for August 21 is "a fantasy".

Jhumpa Lahiri achieves rare feat

Jhumpa Lahiri achieves rare feat

Rediff.com10 Apr 2008

Pulitzer-prize winning author Jhumpa Lahiri's new collection of short stores, Unaccustomed Earth, has gone to number 1 in The New York Times bestseller list less than two weeks after its publication on April 1. She is the only Indian novelist after Salman Rushdie to achieve the feat.

Rediff wants journalists!

Rediff wants journalists!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2008

Rediff.com> has perhaps the most exciting newsroom in the country, truly a place where young journalists can let their talent flourish.

Recipe: How to make Neyyappam

Recipe: How to make Neyyappam

Rediff.com27 May 2016

Bhagyashree Zore shares a traditional recipe.

'Too much at stake between India and US'

'Too much at stake between India and US'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2007

'This nuclear agreement is a sign for the rest of the world of the great American respect for India,' says US Under Secretary of State R Nicholas Burns.

Memorable meal: The Thukpas in Sikkim were delicious

Memorable meal: The Thukpas in Sikkim were delicious

Rediff.com23 May 2016

Shareen Robin shares pics of the memorable meals she had during her travels.

'Don't take a woman's financial, emotional independence for granted'

'Don't take a woman's financial, emotional independence for granted'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2014

Maitri, which provides free and confidential services to South Asian-American families facing domestic violence, at its 23rd annual gala raised half a million dollars. Ritu Jha reports

New York: Pioneering subway chief Nagaraja resigns

New York: Pioneering subway chief Nagaraja resigns

Rediff.com25 Feb 2008

Mysore L Nagaraja, who managed mass transit projects costing $20 billion for New York's Metropolitan Transportation Authority, has resigned.

Meet the Gladrags Mrs India '08 contestants

Meet the Gladrags Mrs India '08 contestants

Rediff.com26 Oct 2007

It's a contest for married women -- glamorous women who have maintained a perfect balance between their home, family and career.

Indian origin doc heads New Jersey medical body

Indian origin doc heads New Jersey medical body

Rediff.com13 Jun 2008

Dr R Prasad Gupta, who took over recently as the 216th president of the Medical Society of New Jersey, has pledged to work to preserve the integrity of the patientphysician relationship and decision-making.

10 totally awesome #India-Photos!

10 totally awesome #India-Photos!

Rediff.com8 Mar 2015

Rediff.com's readers share the best of their India travel images. You can share yours too!

Want to buy stocks in India? PINS a must

Want to buy stocks in India? PINS a must

Rediff.com20 Feb 2008

PINS -- or Portfolio Investment Scheme -- is the permission that a Non-Resident Indian requires to trade in the Indian stock market. Normally, the bank obtains this for you. An NRI can have only one PINS account current at one time.

'One of the best meals I had in my life'

'One of the best meals I had in my life'

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Readers share their favourite food memories.

Rediff wants journalists

Rediff wants journalists

Rediff.com28 May 2008

Rediff.com is perhaps the most exciting newsroom in the country, truly a place where young journalists can let their talent bloom and flourish.

How to make Mutton Kaleji

How to make Mutton Kaleji

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

Recipes from Reshma Aslam's kitchen diary. You can share your favourite recipes too!

Recipe: Bengali-style Fish Curry

Recipe: Bengali-style Fish Curry

Rediff.com16 Aug 2015

Just 30 minutes and some basic ingredients are all you need to get this awesome basa capsicum dish, says reader Jayati Saha.

Change in citizenship doesn't affect land rights

Change in citizenship doesn't affect land rights

Rediff.com14 May 2008

A N Shanbhag, the highly respected investment guru, and his son Sandeep Shanbhag, answer your questions on NRI investment.

Recipe: How to make Butter Paneer at home

Recipe: How to make Butter Paneer at home

Rediff.com8 Aug 2015

Reshma Aslam is sharing recipes from her kitchen diary.

Hunger-fighting salad recipe

Hunger-fighting salad recipe

Rediff.com16 Feb 2015

Quinoa Salad is healthy and will keep you fuller longer.

Govt will continue to oppose Greenpeace activist's 'badmouthing' India

Govt will continue to oppose Greenpeace activist's 'badmouthing' India

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

Govt will continue to oppose Greenpeace activist Priya Pillai's 'badmouthing' India.

10 reasons to thank your stars for being born in India

10 reasons to thank your stars for being born in India

Rediff.com31 Jul 2015

Think about it! Where else you're going to see things like this eh?

Property sale proceeds can be repatriated entirely

Property sale proceeds can be repatriated entirely

Rediff.com8 Apr 2008

A N Shanbhag, the highly respected investment guru, and his son Sandeep Shanbhag, answer your questions on NRI investment.

Christmas recipe: How to make Madras Mutton Curry

Christmas recipe: How to make Madras Mutton Curry

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

Presenting a traditional recipe from the state of Tamil Nadu.

10 tips for a stress-free road trip

10 tips for a stress-free road trip

Rediff.com10 Aug 2016

MotorOctane tells you how to make them enjoyable as you soak in the glory of your journeys.

Easy homemade egg rolls, Kolkata-style

Easy homemade egg rolls, Kolkata-style

Rediff.com24 Jul 2015

Here's how to whip up a batch of crispy, delicious egg rolls.

Cooking light: Quick-n-easy chicken salad recipe

Cooking light: Quick-n-easy chicken salad recipe

Rediff.com23 Jul 2015

Toss up this simple Thai-style grilled chicken salad in 15 minutes.

NRIs cannot hold normal bank a/cs in India

NRIs cannot hold normal bank a/cs in India

Rediff.com22 Nov 2007

A N Shanbhag, the highly respected investment guru, and his son Sandeep Shanbhag, answer your questions on NRI investment.

70 Indian passports stolen from San Francisco

70 Indian passports stolen from San Francisco

Rediff.com11 Mar 2014

About 70 Indian passports have reportedly been stolen from BLS International, a private company in San Francisco, to which the Indian consulate has outsourced various visa and passport related services.

#MonsoonTrek: Escape to Changey waterfalls

#MonsoonTrek: Escape to Changey waterfalls

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

The sound of the water amidst the silence of nature will remove all the tiredness of the journey, says Ashim Chakravarty.

Tangy chickpeas: How to make Chana Batata

Tangy chickpeas: How to make Chana Batata

Rediff.com16 Jul 2015

Chana Batata is a Bohri style side dish and one of the most popular street snacks in Mumbai during the holy month of Ramzan.

For NRIs, Rs 150,000 of Indian income is tax-free

For NRIs, Rs 150,000 of Indian income is tax-free

Rediff.com17 Jun 2008

A N Shanbhag, the highly respected investment guru, and his son Sandeep Shanbhag, answer your questions on NRI investment.

Breakfast recipe: How to make Veg Cheese Paratha

Breakfast recipe: How to make Veg Cheese Paratha

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

Reshma Aslam tells us how to prepare an ideal Indian breakfast.

How to make Mangalorean Pineapple Menaskai

How to make Mangalorean Pineapple Menaskai

Rediff.com17 Jan 2015

If you're looking for something that's sour, sweet and spicy, try this gravy.

Hillary pledges to strengthen Indo-US ties

Hillary pledges to strengthen Indo-US ties

Rediff.com4 Feb 2008

In her article titled US-Indian Relations: A New Era, Clinton said that one of the most difficult tasks for the new president would be "taking our foreign policy in a new direction and restoring America's leadership in the world." "As president," she declared, "I'll reach out to our allies again and work with them to tackle global problems. America's partnership with India will be among the most important."

Breakfast recipe with oats

Breakfast recipe with oats

Rediff.com24 Nov 2015

Here are two healthy options to kick-start your day the healthy way.

'India can never be a Hindu State'

'India can never be a Hindu State'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2007

'When there exists a feeling within a minority - either at the higher or lower levels - that there is discrimination, then steps must be taken to remove that feeling, that perception,' says former judge Rajinder Sachar.

'In 1977, the waiters were prompt and courteous'

'In 1977, the waiters were prompt and courteous'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2015

Readers share their experience of ordering meals in the Indian Railway.

Interest on NRE deposits is tax-free in India

Interest on NRE deposits is tax-free in India

Rediff.com10 Apr 2008

A N Shanbhag, the highly respected investment guru, and his son Sandeep Shanbhag, answer your questions on NRI investment.