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Trump's Davos-bound plane makes U-turn after 'tech snag' mid-air

Trump's Davos-bound plane makes U-turn after 'tech snag' mid-air

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Trump later boarded another aircraft and continued on with his trip to the World Economic Forum in Davos.

Won't get Nobel Prize for 'stopping' Indo-Pak war or..., rues Trump

Won't get Nobel Prize for 'stopping' Indo-Pak war or..., rues Trump

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

He then went on to say that, however, he won't get a Nobel Peace Prize for any of his efforts.

How To Train Spelling Bee Dragons

How To Train Spelling Bee Dragons

Rediff.com31 May 2024

"You can memorize 1000s of words, but what do you do if you get a word that you don't know?"

20 Indians still on ship week after US bridge collapse

20 Indians still on ship week after US bridge collapse

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

On how long the crew would have to stay on board the ship, the spokesperson said, "At this time, we do not know how long the investigation process will take and until that process is complete, the crew will remain on board."

Indian Spelling Bee Champs! What's The Secret Sauce?

Indian Spelling Bee Champs! What's The Secret Sauce?

Rediff.com31 May 2024

'The fact that India is multilingual and the kids grow up already bilingual or trilingual so learning another language or learning other spelling patterns is not really that hard.'

Baltimore bridge collapse: 6 missing persons feared dead

Baltimore bridge collapse: 6 missing persons feared dead

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

The ship, outbound from Baltimore to Colombo, struck a 1.6-mile-long, four-lane bridge in Baltimore in the early hours of Tuesday morning. Shortly after the collision, the bridge collapsed, crashing on the cargo ship.

Ship That Crashed Into Bridge Had Indian Crew

Ship That Crashed Into Bridge Had Indian Crew

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

'Personnel onboard the ship were able to alert the Maryland department of transportation that they had lost control of their vessel. As a result, local authorities were able to close the bridge to traffic before the bridge was struck, which undoubtedly saved lives,' Biden said.

PIX: Trump leaves White House without welcoming Biden

PIX: Trump leaves White House without welcoming Biden

Rediff.com20 Jan 2021

Donald Trump, known for his unpredictable leadership style, divisive rhetoric targeting both allies and opponents, and the only US president to be impeached twice, left the White House on Wednesday with a tainted legacy never seen before in American political history.

India battling climate change and it is getting worse, warn experts

India battling climate change and it is getting worse, warn experts

Rediff.com16 May 2022

The experts said that climate change is not only raising temperatures and making India's heatwaves hotter, but also changing weather patterns that further drive dangerous weather extremes.

Photos: How the world is reacting to coronavirus

Photos: How the world is reacting to coronavirus

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

As the world struggles with the deadly coronavirus, there are some who are dealing with the pandemic in their own unique way. Here are 12 images that show how.

Honour for Indian American who feeds 2,000 slum kids

Honour for Indian American who feeds 2,000 slum kids

Rediff.com24 May 2012

Sheela Murthy, founder, president, and managing attorney of the Baltimore County, Maryland-based Murthy Law Firm, will be honoured by the Children's Guild with its 2012 Sadie Award for her philanthropy and humanitarianism.

Boeing tests Super Hornet for Indian Navy

Boeing tests Super Hornet for Indian Navy

Rediff.com26 Dec 2020

Boeing's confirmation that the Super Hornet has flown off a ski-jump is a statement that it is ready to operate off existing Indian aircraft carriers.

Slow progress in resettling Lankan Tamils: US

Slow progress in resettling Lankan Tamils: US

Rediff.com10 Sep 2009

The US government has expressed its dissatisfaction over the progress made by Sri Lanka in rehabilitating the war-hit Tamils living in detainee camps and in reconciliating with political parties of Tamils and Muslims in the country.

In a first since 1977, rare full moon to light up Christmas Day

In a first since 1977, rare full moon to light up Christmas Day

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

This rare event won't happen again until 2034.

Howard County, B'lore firms meet for biz growth

Howard County, B'lore firms meet for biz growth

Rediff.com23 Feb 2008

Howard County delegates will meet Bangalore firms to explore possibilities of business expansion of Indian companies in Howard County.

Arcelor Mittal to sell American plant

Arcelor Mittal to sell American plant

Rediff.com6 Sep 2007

The transaction is expected to close in October, subject to oversight and approval by the recently appointed court trustee, a company statement said.

A toothache can be deadly, if untreated

A toothache can be deadly, if untreated

Rediff.com28 Feb 2007

By the time the 12-yr-old own aching tooth got any attention, the bacteria from the abscess had spread to his brain, doctors said.

US state seeks JV with Indian cos

US state seeks JV with Indian cos

Rediff.com9 Feb 2005

The state of Maryland in the US is keen on promoting joint ventures and alliances with the knowledge-intensive sectors in India.

Sensex ends just below 29,000, Nifty at 8,947; metal stocks drag

Sensex ends just below 29,000, Nifty at 8,947; metal stocks drag

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

On the BSE, 1,650 shares declined and 1,188 shares rose

SHAME: 1 in 4 Indians still practice untouchability

SHAME: 1 in 4 Indians still practice untouchability

Rediff.com4 May 2015

A shocking fact revealed by a pan-India survey that was flagged at a seminar of Dalit intellectuals

Trump arrives in Washington for inauguration

Trump arrives in Washington for inauguration

Rediff.com19 Jan 2017

Joined by his family, wife Melania, daughter Ivanka and sons Don and Eric, Trump will take the oath of office as the leader of the world's most powerful nation on Friday as hundreds of thousands of people descend on Washington to both support and protest his inauguration.

Miss World 2016: Stephanie's dream journey in pics

Miss World 2016: Stephanie's dream journey in pics

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

At 19, the 5'8" Puerto Rican beauty has not only accomplished her dreams, but also done her nation proud.

Upset with newspaper, US gunman kills 5 in newsroom shooting

Upset with newspaper, US gunman kills 5 in newsroom shooting

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

The shooting was the deadliest day for US journalism since 9/11 terror attacks.

Trump leaves for maiden India visit, calls Modi a 'friend'

Trump leaves for maiden India visit, calls Modi a 'friend'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

Trump is accompanied by First Lady Melania, daughter Ivanka, son-in-law Jared Kushner and the top brass of his administration.

Sensex falls 130 points to end at 28,033; metals, power drag

Sensex falls 130 points to end at 28,033; metals, power drag

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Market breadth ended weak on the BSE with 1,838 declines against 1,218 advances.

H-4 visa row: Thanks, with criticism

H-4 visa row: Thanks, with criticism

Rediff.com4 Jul 2014

Why the proposed United States rule change for H-4 (dependent) visa holders is not enough and what you should do about it

Meet the go-getters of Dharavi

Meet the go-getters of Dharavi

Rediff.com9 Nov 2015

Even as plans to redevelop Dharavi continue to gather dust in government files, its young residents have chalked their own course and chosen to fly high. Hepzi Anthony recounts a few inspiring tales.

India's women can't live in constant fear, Mr Prime Minister

India's women can't live in constant fear, Mr Prime Minister

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

Enrich a woman and you can enrich a nation. Hurt women, deny women equitable rights, and a nation's death sentence will soon commence, says Dr Krishan Jeyarajasingham.