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Winter storm chaos: Over 14,000 flights cancelled across US

Winter storm chaos: Over 14,000 flights cancelled across US

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

US President Trump has issued emergency declarations for 10 states as authorities continue to prepare for frigid cold which will sweep across the eastern two-thirds of the country.

Sinner's Mystery Woman Revealed!

Sinner's Mystery Woman Revealed!

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Jannik Sinner's tennis may be making headlines, but his off-court life is drawing just as much curiosity especially after his ATP Finals win, where a smiling Laila Hasanovic was the first person he hugged.

Indian-origin man, living in US for 30 years, detained by ICE

Indian-origin man, living in US for 30 years, detained by ICE

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Paramjit Singh, a businessman from Fort Wayne, was arrested at Chicago O'Hare Airport on July 30 upon arrival from India due to an old case, 21 Alive news portal reported.

Can This Man Improve India-US Relations?

Can This Man Improve India-US Relations?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

The fact that Gor has President Trump's ear makes him an extremely valuable commodity for India -- he represents both a challenge and an opportunity, points out Aditi Phadnis.

70 feared dead as tornadoes hit Kentucky, Biden declares emergency

70 feared dead as tornadoes hit Kentucky, Biden declares emergency

Rediff.com12 Dec 2021

At least five states were hit by unseasonably powerful storms and tornadoes on Friday night, including Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri and Tennessee.

India slaps 150% tariff on US alcohol, not helping: White House

India slaps 150% tariff on US alcohol, not helping: White House

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

'President Trump believes in reciprocity and it is about time that we have a president who actually looks out for the interests of American businesses and workers'

Biryani finds its place on the valuation menu with rising investor appetite

Biryani finds its place on the valuation menu with rising investor appetite

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Biryani is set to get its own valuation. Devyani International, the largest franchisee of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) quick-service restaurants (QSRs) in India, is considering the acquisition of Sky Gate Hospitality, which operates restaurants under the brand Biryani By Kilo (BBK), it said in a statement to BSE on Monday.

US Senate confirms Tulsi Gabbard as director of National Intelligence

US Senate confirms Tulsi Gabbard as director of National Intelligence

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

The vote was 52-48 mostly along party lines, though Republican Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky joined Democrats in opposing the confirmation, as per CNN.

Would have chosen Usha Vance as my VP, but...: Trump

Would have chosen Usha Vance as my VP, but...: Trump

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Usha Chilukuri Vance, the wife of newly sworn-in Vice President JD Vance, has made history as the first Indian-American and Hindu Second Lady of the United States. Usha, a lawyer and daughter of Indian immigrants, held the Bible during Vance's oath of office, signifying her role in supporting her husband's political journey. Her background and her husband's rise to the Vice Presidency highlight the growing political influence of Indian Americans and their increasing representation in national politics.

Hillary takes wafer-thin win in Kentucky, Sanders wins Oregon

Hillary takes wafer-thin win in Kentucky, Sanders wins Oregon

Rediff.com18 May 2016

Clinton win potentially disrupts a string of expected primary losses this month that had threatened to weaken her even as she turned her focus to her likely matchup against Republican Donald Trump in the general election.

Biden may quit race in favour of Kamala Harris

Biden may quit race in favour of Kamala Harris

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

Most of the media reports said that Biden's announcement on his re-election bid might come after the conclusion of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.

Punjab CM denied political clearance to visit Paris

Punjab CM denied political clearance to visit Paris

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

The Centre has denied political clearance to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for his visit to Paris to support the Indian Hockey team at the Olympic Games, an official source said on Saturday.

Will Usha Vance Be First Hindu Second Lady?

Will Usha Vance Be First Hindu Second Lady?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Asked about the challenges of an interfaith marriage, she said, 'There are a lot of things that we just agree on, I think, especially when it comes to family life, how to raise our kids. And so I think the answer really is, we just talk a lot.'

Where You Can Watch Kalki On OTT

Where You Can Watch Kalki On OTT

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

Angry young men (and old) dominate the OTT this week. Take your pick.

From Wushu champ to UFC winner: Puja's journey to MMA

From Wushu champ to UFC winner: Puja's journey to MMA

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

She has competed in other tournaments including Matrix Fight Night, where she won the straw-weight title twice.

Meet Usha Vance, Indian-American wife of Trump's VP pick

Meet Usha Vance, Indian-American wife of Trump's VP pick

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Born Usha Chilukuri, she has carved out a distinguished career in the legal field, having clerked for Supreme Court Justices John Roberts and Brett Kavanaugh before Kavanaugh's nomination to the court.

Numbers with Kamala Harris to become Democratic prez nominee

Numbers with Kamala Harris to become Democratic prez nominee

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Harris, who is of Indian and African heritage, has received the backing from more than the 1,976 pledged delegates needed to win the Democratic Party's nomination on the first ballot, CNN reported on the first full day of her campaign.

Scheffler charged with police officer assault before PGA Championship second round

Scheffler charged with police officer assault before PGA Championship second round

Rediff.com18 May 2024

Scheffler charged with police officer assault before PGA Championship second round

What People Munch On At Half-Time

What People Munch On At Half-Time

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

What do we eat when we watch football?

Olympic champion Schauffele wins PGA Championship for first major

Olympic champion Schauffele wins PGA Championship for first major

Rediff.com20 May 2024

American Xander Schauffele birdied the final hole to win the PGA Championship by one shot over LIV Golf's Bryson DeChambeau.

Baltimore mishap: Indian crew onboard Dali 'healthy'

Baltimore mishap: Indian crew onboard Dali 'healthy'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

The Indian crew onboard a crippled container vessel that collided against a key bridge in Baltimore last week is healthy , according to a nonprofit organisation that has been in touch with the personnel.

Brokerages eye Sapphire amid muted QSR outlook

Brokerages eye Sapphire amid muted QSR outlook

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

Even as the near-term outlook for the quick service restaurant (QSR) industry remains muted, brokerages are positive about the prospects of Sapphire Foods India. Their preference for the QSR chain comes on the back of the steady performance of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), superior execution and reasonable valuations. The Sapphire Foods stock is up 11 per cent since the start of November.

Bacteria found in Kentucky Fried Chicken

Bacteria found in Kentucky Fried Chicken

Rediff.com26 Jun 2015

Food safety has hit headlines in India after government food safety inspectors found excess lead in packets of Nestle's Maggi instant noodles.

North America's first Gandhi museum opens in Houston

North America's first Gandhi museum opens in Houston

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

The Eternal Gandhi Museum is the only Gandhi-related museum in the United States, dedicated to Gandhi, to preserve and promote his ever-lasting legacy of nonviolent conflict resolution.

A QSR full course serves up weak demand, margin pressures as sides

A QSR full course serves up weak demand, margin pressures as sides

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Except for Westlife Foodworld (Westlife), a weak 2022-23 (FY23) January-March (fourth quarter, or Q4) quarter performance and a muted near-term outlook led to a downward revision of earnings estimates for quick-service restaurant (QSR) players. Brokerages have slashed estimates by as much as 10 per cent for 2023-24 (FY24) and 2024-25 (FY25). The downward revisions have weighed on the performance of listed players, who have underperformed the market with low single-digit returns over the past month.

FIA issues political gag order for F1 drivers

FIA issues political gag order for F1 drivers

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

Mercedes' seven-times world champion Lewis Hamilton, and now-retired four-times champion Sebastian Vettel, have been among those making political statements at races in recent seasons.

When pets turned out for US election day

When pets turned out for US election day

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

While they may not be able to vote, some pets have found their way to polling stations across the US. Take a look.

PIX: Scratchy Serena survives to win first match after six months!

PIX: Scratchy Serena survives to win first match after six months!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

Sets up Venus tie on return after COVID-19 hiatus at the Top Seed Open.

Sister Act: Serena beats Venus to reach quarters

Sister Act: Serena beats Venus to reach quarters

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

Serena Williams survived another scare to beat older sister Venus 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 on Thursday in the latest instalment of their reluctant on-court sibling rivalry to reach the quarter-finals of the inaugural Top Seed Open in Lexington, Kentucky.

Serena to return to tennis in August at Top Seed Open

Serena to return to tennis in August at Top Seed Open

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

Serena Williams will return to the court for the first time since the start of the coronavirus pandemic when she competes at the inaugural edition of the Top Seed Open in Lexington, Kentucky beginning August 10, the WTA said on Thursday.

Tuscan GP: F1 champ Hamilton wears 'arrest the cops' T-shirt

Tuscan GP: F1 champ Hamilton wears 'arrest the cops' T-shirt

Rediff.com13 Sep 2020

One police officer involved was fired by the city's police department in June. Two other officers have been placed on administrative reassignment. No criminal charges have been filed against any of the three.

Amul Thapar becomes second Indian-American judge of US Court of Appeals

Amul Thapar becomes second Indian-American judge of US Court of Appeals

Rediff.com26 May 2017

Trump nominated Thapar for the 6th US Circuit Court of Appeals.

Stories behind standout images from the US election

Stories behind standout images from the US election

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

Here are some of the striking moments captured by Reuters photographers as United States voters went to the polls and the stories behind the images.

PIX: Say hello to new 'normal' in tennis

PIX: Say hello to new 'normal' in tennis

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

Tennis players and venues stick to strict guidelines aimed at minimising health risks.

Kanye West got 60,000 votes for US president across 12 states

Kanye West got 60,000 votes for US president across 12 states

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

The 43-year-old managed to gather the most votes in Tennessee, where he received 10,216 votes - 0.3 per cent of the state's total.

Fans prepare for final goodbye as legend Ali will be laid to rest

Fans prepare for final goodbye as legend Ali will be laid to rest

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

Muhammad Ali will be laid to rest Friday, the culmination of a two-day farewell for the beloved boxing legend.

Olympics fan ban: Athletes say show must go on

Olympics fan ban: Athletes say show must go on

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

The New Zealand Olympic Committee said its athletes had been preparing for a scenario where there were no fans present.

7-year-old air crash survivor praised for her courage

7-year-old air crash survivor praised for her courage

Rediff.com4 Jan 2015

A 7-year-old girl who miraculously survived a deadly plane crash in the state of Kentucky in USA and walked barefoot nearly two kilometres through a forest in biting cold to find help has been praised for her extraordinary courage.

US prez race: Obama wins majority of delegates

US prez race: Obama wins majority of delegates

Rediff.com21 May 2008

Despite Hillary Clinton's 'consolation' win in Kentucky, Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama has won a majority of pledged delegates, according to a CNN report. Though Clinton won Kentucky by an impressive margin of over 30 points, Obama managed to pick up 51 delegates from the state, which gave him the desired majority for the Democratic nomination. The Kentucky primary will give Obama 1,627 of the 3,253 pledged delegates, in all the of primaries and caucuses.

My Beloved Aunt, Lata Mangeshkar

My Beloved Aunt, Lata Mangeshkar

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

'While we conversed in Marathi, she would always make it a point to ask me in English, "Are you okay? Have you eaten?"' 'I sorely miss that care and concern.'