News for 'india-abroad'

#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.

NRIs can invest in stocks, property in India

NRIs can invest in stocks, property in India

Rediff.com30 Sep 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.

'Canada didn't take the threat seriously'

'Canada didn't take the threat seriously'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2007

The head of intelligence at the Indian high commission in Ottawa, when the Air India 747 was blown up on June 23, 1985, speaks to Senior Editor Ajit Jain.

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.

'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.

'We end up quarrelling with the pantry car staff'

'We end up quarrelling with the pantry car staff'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

Readers share their experiences of ordering meals in the Indian Railways.

Recipes: Ilish Barishali and Mutton Dakbangla

Recipes: Ilish Barishali and Mutton Dakbangla

Rediff.com12 Nov 2015

Presenting two Bengali recipes to drool over. You can share yours too!

No more negotiations, says US

No more negotiations, says US

Rediff.com28 Aug 2007

'The ball is once again in India's court to move the deal forward. And yes, time is indeed of the essence,' one official said.

US award for Indra Nooyi

US award for Indra Nooyi

Rediff.com24 Apr 2007

She was among 50 persons who were presented with the US Citizenship and Immigration Services', 'The Americans By Choice Awards'.

Holi recipe: How to make Malpua

Holi recipe: How to make Malpua

Rediff.com17 Mar 2016

Rediff reader Baishali Ghosh tells us how to prepare a classic Indian dessert at home.

Indian students from US write to Pranab against Assam violence

Indian students from US write to Pranab against Assam violence

Rediff.com5 Jun 2014

Several Assamese-origin students studying in American universities met with Indian embassy officials to deliver a letter to President Pranab Mukherjee on the killing of over 32 Muslims in Assam as a result of election-related violence there. Aziz Haniffa reports

N-deal: US Congress may not address India's concer

N-deal: US Congress may not address India's concer

Rediff.com4 Dec 2006

No dilution of language in the House and Senate bills is likely during the House-Senate conference that will meet on the United States-India civilian nuclear agreement when Congress reconvenes this week.

Bobby Jindal's dream run may be shattered

Bobby Jindal's dream run may be shattered

Rediff.com11 Apr 2007

His mentor may go up against Jindal.

Tellis on the inner workings of 123 agreement

Tellis on the inner workings of 123 agreement

Rediff.com2 Aug 2007

Burns said, "What is paramount to any agreement is a country's obligations to its own laws, and so we have preserved -- as we must -- our obligations under US laws in this agreement."

How to make Eggless Chocolate Mousse

How to make Eggless Chocolate Mousse

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

The season of festivities and celebrations is here. Help us celebrate it better with some mouth-watering traditional recipes. Share your fav!

From the Editors: How we chose our winners

From the Editors: How we chose our winners

Rediff.com24 Mar 2007

What is it about these Indian-Americans that made India Abroad want to honour them?

Cheney to lobby for N-deal

Cheney to lobby for N-deal

Rediff.com19 Jun 2006

'India should just shut up'

'India should just shut up'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2006

'I actually believe it's not all that appropriate that there be an Indian Consul on the border with Pakistan,' says Afghan expert Sarah Chayes.

Indian-American student charged with carrying gun on campus

Indian-American student charged with carrying gun on campus

Rediff.com5 Dec 2013

Manas Moole Reddy, a University of California, Irvine student was arrested November 18, for possessing a loaded firearm on campus. Reddy, 28, was charged with one felony count each of possessing a loaded firearm on a college campus, unlawful possession of a firearm, and possession of ammunition by a prohibited person.

Spicy salad: How to make Kala Chana Chaat

Spicy salad: How to make Kala Chana Chaat

Rediff.com6 Nov 2014

Rediff reader and food blogger Sarika Gunjal shares a low calorie, protein packed appetizer recipe. Do you have a healthy recipe to share? Email it to us!

NRIs can invest in domestic Indian mutual funds

NRIs can invest in domestic Indian mutual funds

Rediff.com19 Sep 2007

But due to SEC diktats, funds that are US-based -- like Templeton, Fidelity and HSBC -- do not accept investments from NRIs.

Thoughtful gift: 'Santa used to give him this very special gift'

Thoughtful gift: 'Santa used to give him this very special gift'

Rediff.com31 May 2016

Readers share memories of their thoughtful gifts with us!

No tax on gifts from close relatives

No tax on gifts from close relatives

Rediff.com27 Jul 2007

This amount transferred to your father will be treated as gift and since tax is not applicable on gifts, received from close relatives, there will be no India tax incidence on either you or your father, irrespective of the amount transferred.

'Many Kashmiris are positive about Pak's role'

'Many Kashmiris are positive about Pak's role'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2006

'President Musharraf's role was not viewed with the negativity I had expected,' says K Alan Kronstadt, the US Congress' South Asian expert.

It is illegal for NRIs to hold Resident bank a/cs

It is illegal for NRIs to hold Resident bank a/cs

Rediff.com20 Jun 2007

On becoming an NRI, legally you are required to inform all your banks and also all the companies where you have investments about the change in your status within a reasonable time.

NRIs' rental income is repatriable

NRIs' rental income is repatriable

Rediff.com31 May 2007

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

Spotted: AB, SRK in Toronto

Spotted: AB, SRK in Toronto

Rediff.com14 Sep 2006

Reader Vinod Makkar spots the two stars at the Toronto International Film Festival.

Recipe: How to make Paneer Pav Bhaji

Recipe: How to make Paneer Pav Bhaji

Rediff.com9 Jan 2016

Your guests will end up licking their fingers eating this dish!

'India must realise danger of nuclear Iran'

'India must realise danger of nuclear Iran'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2005

India is one of the most important partnerships the US has, says the man tipped to be the Democrat presidential candidate.

Flashback: The Indians who have won the Nobel

Flashback: The Indians who have won the Nobel

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

Rights activist Kailash Satyarthi is the eight Indian to win the Nobel Peace Prize. Rediff.com takes a look at other Indians or Indian-origin people, who have been awarded the honour.

Recipe: How to make Vegetable Croquettes

Recipe: How to make Vegetable Croquettes

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

Here's a yummy way to get your kids to eat their veggies.

Summer pics: Visitors in my backyard

Summer pics: Visitors in my backyard

Rediff.com2 May 2016

Reader Gargi Biswas's doors are always open for thirsty birds and animals!

Shashi Tharoor joins the corporate world

Shashi Tharoor joins the corporate world

Rediff.com10 May 2007

'Having spent a lifetime in public service, that I should do something that I've never done before, that would stretch me a little bit.'

RNOR not required pay tax in India on forex income

RNOR not required pay tax in India on forex income

Rediff.com17 Dec 2007

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

'Essence of Indian thinking is self-examination'

'Essence of Indian thinking is self-examination'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2005

'It is not by hiding things under the carpet that things improve or change,' says Mallika Sarabhai.

NRIs can't buy agricultural property in India

NRIs can't buy agricultural property in India

Rediff.com12 Apr 2007

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