News for 'lawsuit'

Here's why Barca is suing Neymar...

Here's why Barca is suing Neymar...

Rediff.com22 Aug 2017

Barcelona are suing Neymar for 8.5 million euros for alleged breach of contract and demanding he return the loyalty bonus paid after he renewed his deal in October, less than a year before he signed for Paris St. Germain, the club said Tuesday.

US judge denies request for releasing Osama photos

US judge denies request for releasing Osama photos

Rediff.com27 Apr 2012

A United States court has refused to release photos and videos from American military raid that killed Al Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden in Pakistan last year.

Johnson & Johnson to pay $55 mn in talc-powder trial for causing cancer

Johnson & Johnson to pay $55 mn in talc-powder trial for causing cancer

Rediff.com3 May 2016

The verdict followed a $72 million jury award from the same court in February to the family of a woman, who died from ovarian cancer.

Why India didn't implead itself against ISI in US

Why India didn't implead itself against ISI in US

Rediff.com21 Dec 2012

Was it plain red tape or lack of direct evidence against the ISI which prevented India from being part of the suit before the US court? Vicky Nanjappa finds out.

What next to Apple's victory over Samsung?

What next to Apple's victory over Samsung?

Rediff.com29 Aug 2012

Innovation will be hit by US ruling.

'Apple patent claims not related to android system'

'Apple patent claims not related to android system'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2012

Last Friday, technology giant Apple, in a massive victory in its patent case against Samsung, won more than $1 billion after a jury in California found that the South Korean firm violated Apple's patents related to the software and design of mobile devices.

NDTV case forces channels to tackle rating issue

NDTV case forces channels to tackle rating issue

Rediff.com14 Aug 2012

NDTV has filed a suit in New York against Nielsen Holdings for over $1.3 billion in damages.

Sikh wins right to wear beard and turban in US Army training college

Sikh wins right to wear beard and turban in US Army training college

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

A 20-year-old Sikh-American student has won a significant legal battle in the United States with a court allowing him to enrol in an army programme without removing his articles of faith like the beard and turban.

Ayodhya verdict: Jamiat files review plea

Ayodhya verdict: Jamiat files review plea

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

The litigant, in review plea filed through lawyer Ejaz Maqbool, has also sought an interim stay on operation of the verdict in which it had directed the Centre that a trust be formed within three months for construction of the temple at the site.

The fall of China's 'Jackie Kennedy'

The fall of China's 'Jackie Kennedy'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2012

Gu Kailai, a Chinese lawyer and a businesswoman, was once the other half of China's most influential high profile couples.

White House gate crasher to run for governor

White House gate crasher to run for governor

Rediff.com26 Apr 2012

More than two years after he gate crashed into the White House State Dinner hosted for visiting Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Tareq Salahi has announced his intent to run for governor of Virginia.

US court rejects Infosys plea for dismissal of discrimination suit

US court rejects Infosys plea for dismissal of discrimination suit

Rediff.com28 May 2015

The company has been at the centre of an outcry over visa abuse.

Mystery man Ameen threatens to sue Amir Khan for libel

Mystery man Ameen threatens to sue Amir Khan for libel

Rediff.com21 Jan 2012

British boxer Amir Khan and his camp have been threatened with a lawsuit by 'mystery man' Mustafa Ameen unless they apologise for what the IBF volunteer has called 'libellous statements'.

Silicon Valley gets an Indian-American Congressman

Silicon Valley gets an Indian-American Congressman

Rediff.com10 Nov 2016

With Ro Khanna defeating eight-term incumbent Mike Honda, for the first time in history the Indian Diaspora has three of its own in the US Congress.

How spyware Pegasus used WhatsApp servers to infect phones and steal data

How spyware Pegasus used WhatsApp servers to infect phones and steal data

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

Pegasus, which is capable of attacking both Android and iOS, has been around for three years and is considered one of the most sophisticated spyware in the market.

Mayweather open to rematch with Pacquiao: report

Mayweather open to rematch with Pacquiao: report

Rediff.com6 May 2015

Floyd Mayweather added another wrinkle to the fallout of his fight against Manny Pacquiao by saying he would be open to a rematch after the Filipino southpaw recovers from shoulder surgery, according to an ESPN report on Tuesday.

US Supreme Court to hear dispute over Tata Mundra power plant in Gujarat

US Supreme Court to hear dispute over Tata Mundra power plant in Gujarat

Rediff.com22 May 2018

The villagers, led by Budha Ismail Jam, along with several other farmers and fishermen, allege that coal-fired Tata Mundra Power Plant in Tunda village in Kutch district, has resulted in widespread environmental damages.

Goldman chairman may be questioned in Gupta's case

Goldman chairman may be questioned in Gupta's case

Rediff.com1 Dec 2011

Also to be questioned under oath by lawyers of the SEC and Gupta is Greg Ormond of Exemplar Wealth.

Armstrong suit against anti-doping agency hits roadblock

Armstrong suit against anti-doping agency hits roadblock

Rediff.com10 Jul 2012

A federal judge swiftly dismissed a lawsuit on Monday that retired cycling champ Lance Armstrong had filed in a bid to stop the US Anti-Doping Agency from proceeding with a case charging him with using drugs during the years he won the Tour de France.

Bouchard out of US Open but legal battle continues

Bouchard out of US Open but legal battle continues

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

Eugenie Bouchard slumped to a first-round defeat at the US Open on Tuesday but the Canadian might yet leave Flushing Meadows a big winner with her lawsuit against the Grand Slam and United States Tennis Association still to hit the courts.

Yahoo says case against it is motivated, seeks dismissal

Yahoo says case against it is motivated, seeks dismissal

Rediff.com21 Feb 2012

The Internet giant sought removing its name as a party from the lawsuit contending that it was not an affected party and the 'present suit is not only motivated but also a complete abuse of the process of law.'

iGate hit again with sexual harassment suit

iGate hit again with sexual harassment suit

Rediff.com6 Feb 2015

iGate has been hit with another sexual harassment suit by an ex-employee.

Cognizant charged with H1-B visa abuse by US staff

Cognizant charged with H1-B visa abuse by US staff

Rediff.com22 Jul 2011

Eighteen American information technology professionals have filed a civil lawsuit against its former employer, Cognizant, for replacing them with people from India who were hired by the IT major on H-1B visas.

Wall Street stir: Arrested protesters sue police, mayor

Wall Street stir: Arrested protesters sue police, mayor

Rediff.com5 Oct 2011

In the lawsuit filed in federal district court in Manhattan, five of the protesters said police officers had led people onto the bridge's roadway and then prevented them from leaving the bridge on Saturday.

'He was my everything': Kobe mourned at emotional tribute

'He was my everything': Kobe mourned at emotional tribute

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and former Bryant teammate Shaquille O'Neal were among the Basketball Hall of Famers who attended the memorial

FIH threat to bar Indian team from Olympics

FIH threat to bar Indian team from Olympics

Rediff.com29 Sep 2011

The FIH has issued a veiled threat to block India's participation in the 2012 London Olympics in case the government does not grant Hockey India the status of National Sports Federation and if all lawsuits, including the one filed by IHF against it, are not terminated.

Tharoor's House panel on I-T meets cyber experts

Tharoor's House panel on I-T meets cyber experts

Rediff.com14 Dec 2019

People familiar with the proceedings said independent cybersecurity experts from a private consulting firm, technology lawyers, government officials and WhatsApp representatives were asked questions about the Pegasus spyware and the larger issues surrounding surveillance, hacking and remedial measures.

Infy accused of misuse: US may scan B-1 visa norms

Infy accused of misuse: US may scan B-1 visa norms

Rediff.com19 May 2011

B1 visas are essentially short-term visas for business travellers, which allow a person to stay for six months to a year.

Is Ronaldo moving to Bayern from Real Madrid?

Is Ronaldo moving to Bayern from Real Madrid?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2017

Bayern President Uli Hoeness has pledged a big-name signing in the close season and Italian media had reported in recent days the German champions were interested in Ronaldo.

SHOCKING! Ronaldo wants to leave Real Madrid

SHOCKING! Ronaldo wants to leave Real Madrid

Rediff.com16 Jun 2017

Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo wants to leave the club and Spain after being accused of committing tax fraud in the country, a report in Portuguese sports daily A Bola said on Friday.

Trump signs executive order aimed at regulating Twitter, FB

Trump signs executive order aimed at regulating Twitter, FB

Rediff.com29 May 2020

The order comes a day after Trump accused Twitter of election interference, after it added fact-check links to two of his tweets.

Strauss-Kahn case:Defamation suit against US daily

Strauss-Kahn case:Defamation suit against US daily

Rediff.com6 Jul 2011

The suit also said that The Post ran the stories 'in a desperate attempt to bolster' its sales.

Indian staff harassed: US authorities sue firm

Indian staff harassed: US authorities sue firm

Rediff.com30 Jun 2011

According to the EEOC, Guardsmark not only ignored the employee's reports of harassment, but retaliated against him with an involuntary transfer.

Dr Reddy's may launch three new drugs in US

Dr Reddy's may launch three new drugs in US

Rediff.com9 Mar 2011

According to Dr Reddy's, the drugmaker may launch Rivastigmine, an anti-mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's drug, Desloratadine, used to treat allergies and Pseudoephedrine, a nasal/sinus decongestant.

Visa woes: Infosys hires top criminal lawyer in US

Visa woes: Infosys hires top criminal lawyer in US

Rediff.com8 Sep 2011

Infosys, India's third-largest information technology services company, is putting in all-out efforts to douse the visa fire that erupted almost six months ago, with the filing of a lawsuit by one of its United States employees, and is spreading wings further.

US cop to go on fresh trial in Indian grandfather's case

US cop to go on fresh trial in Indian grandfather's case

Rediff.com4 May 2016

Parker was cleared of federal civil rights charges in January, after two mistrials.

Will be the Prez who seeks to unify, not divide: Biden

Will be the Prez who seeks to unify, not divide: Biden

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

"I pledge to be a president who seeks not to divide, but to unify; who doesn't see red states and blue states, only sees the United States," Biden said in his victory speech on Saturday night.

Modi will have a good relationship with Biden

Modi will have a good relationship with Biden

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

'The credit for managing Trump should go to Modi.' 'Biden is a predictable and rational person with plenty of administrative experience,' notes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Satyam nets Rs 327-crore loss

Satyam nets Rs 327-crore loss

Rediff.com23 May 2011

Income from operations stood at Rs 1,375.3 crore (Rs 13.75 billion) during the January-March quarter of 2011.

Biden close to win as his lead grows in battleground states

Biden close to win as his lead grows in battleground states

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

As per the latest projections, Biden has 253 electoral college votes and Trump trails behind with 213. But some US media outlets have given 264 votes to Biden and 214 to Trump.