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Aakash Dalal found guilty, faces life term for US synagogue bombings

Aakash Dalal found guilty, faces life term for US synagogue bombings

Rediff.com2 Nov 2016

Indian American Aakash Dalal faces 30 years in jail after being found guilty by a New Jersey jury on charges of vandalising and firebombing North Jersey synagogues five years ago.

Thousands protest across US major cities defying curfew

Thousands protest across US major cities defying curfew

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

African-American George Floyd's death on May 25 has sparked civil unrest that has since spread nationwide.

STUNNING Sports photos of the weekend!

STUNNING Sports photos of the weekend!

Rediff.com6 Mar 2017

There is never a dull moment in the sporting world and this weekend was no different.

US voter registration forms in Gujarati

US voter registration forms in Gujarati

Rediff.com18 Jan 2008

New Jersey has a sizeable Gujarati population and this is first time that voter registration materials anywhere in the country will be available in a South Asian language.

US headed for 'tough', 'painful' two weeks: Trump

US headed for 'tough', 'painful' two weeks: Trump

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

Trump's remarks came as Deborah Bix, a member of White House Task Force on coronavirus, based on a model from actual data from the ground, said the death toll in the US could be between 1,00,000 to 2,00,000, with the strict implementation of the existing mitigation measures including social distancing till April 30.

What do you think of Team India's World T20 jersey?

What do you think of Team India's World T20 jersey?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2016

So, now you've seen the new-look Team India, do you like it? Tell us!

I was threatened against running for Congress: Upendra Chivukula

I was threatened against running for Congress: Upendra Chivukula

Rediff.com5 Jun 2014

New Jersey state Assemblyman Upendra Chivukula may have triumphed over his opponents in a Democratic Party debate last week, but his campaign for a House of Representatives seat is caught in a controversy. Arthur J Pais reports

In NJ, Gujaratis can vote in native language

In NJ, Gujaratis can vote in native language

Rediff.com21 Feb 2008

This is the first time a state has translated voter material in a South Asian language.

'Physical torture remains the main form of interrogation'

'Physical torture remains the main form of interrogation'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2021

'One police officer told me that trials take forever, conviction rates are low.' 'So one way to judge states' performance on handling crime is through the 'recovery rate' of their police.' 'The fastest way to get recovery is by torturing the accused.'

Khalistan supporters vandalise Mahatma's statue in US

Khalistan supporters vandalise Mahatma's statue in US

Rediff.com13 Dec 2020

The Indian embassy condemned the "mischievous act" by hooligans masquerading as protesters.

These states helped Donald trump Hillary

These states helped Donald trump Hillary

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

Republican Donald Trump has been elected as 45th President of the United States after winning 276 electoral votes.

Maradona's 'Hand Of God' shirt could be yours

Maradona's 'Hand Of God' shirt could be yours

Rediff.com28 Nov 2020

The shirt is currently on display at England's National Football Museum in Manchester.

Hindu chaplain to deliver prayer in US Senate

Hindu chaplain to deliver prayer in US Senate

Rediff.com27 Jun 2007

He will create history because this would be the first-time ever the US Congress' powerful Upper House.

New York City has more COVID-19 cases than China, UK

New York City has more COVID-19 cases than China, UK

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

According to the data from the New York City government, an increase of at least 5,695 cases on Sunday put New York City's total number of coronavirus infections at over 1,04,410 as of April 12 and 27,676 hospitalisations. The city's death toll is 6,898.

First US state in 40 years to ban executions

First US state in 40 years to ban executions

Rediff.com14 Dec 2007

The state senate voted in favour of the abolition on Monday, and the New Jersey followed suit on Thursday with a 44-36 vote in favour. The measure is now expected to be approved by the Democrat governor, Jon Corzine

Biden-Harris inauguration ceremony kicks off with 'Kolam'

Biden-Harris inauguration ceremony kicks off with 'Kolam'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2021

Pictures of thousands of Kolam tiles were on Saturday woven into a video to welcome Biden and Harris in the spirit of 'Presidency for All' and to showcase the multi-cultural heritage of America.

Bappa Morya! Americans welcome Lord Ganesha with much zeal

Bappa Morya! Americans welcome Lord Ganesha with much zeal

Rediff.com30 Aug 2014

This week, Hindus around the world celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi, honoring the religion's most memorable god. Indians living in America too, began the festivities on a high note.

Meet Vijaya Gadde, who spearheaded ban on Trump's Twitter account

Meet Vijaya Gadde, who spearheaded ban on Trump's Twitter account

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

Hyderabad-born Gadde, 45, is Twitter's legal, public policy and trust and safety lead.

Indian designer dresses up Jackson family

Indian designer dresses up Jackson family

Rediff.com20 Jul 2013

Mumbai-based Rajesh Aiya designs clothes for Michael Jackson's brothers Jermaine, Tito, Marlon and Jackie.

Indra Nooyi: 'Female leaders have it much tougher'

Indra Nooyi: 'Female leaders have it much tougher'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

'Women's voices are too high or too low, or they are seen as too short or too tall, or too fat or too thin, to be great leaders.' 'These judgments wear us down.'

'Indian-American community has miles to go'

'Indian-American community has miles to go'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2007

Speakers at the Indian American Forum for Political Education convention talk about the need for the community to get politically active.

Parade organisers to sue Bipasha

Parade organisers to sue Bipasha

Rediff.com2 Sep 2006

She said she had gone back to hotel and decided to return and speak frankly about the humiliation she suffered in the Limousine sent to bring her to Edison.

PHOTOS: New York celebrates all things Indian!

PHOTOS: New York celebrates all things Indian!

Rediff.com18 Aug 2014

An estimated 150,000 people attend the largest celebration of India in the United States. George Joseph reports from the India Day parade in New York, organised by the Indian Associations in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.

'Samosa Caucus': New Congress may have more Indian-Americans

'Samosa Caucus': New Congress may have more Indian-Americans

Rediff.com18 Oct 2020

The "Samosa caucus" comprises of five Indian-American lawmakers, including four members of the House of Representatives and Senator and Democratic vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris.

Doctor with a Difference

Doctor with a Difference

Rediff.com17 Aug 2021

'I consider myself to be a 50 year old with a 16-year-young mind, ready to conquer more continents,' Dr Shuvendu Sen tells Payal Singh Mohanka.

North America's biggest Krishna temple just got holier

North America's biggest Krishna temple just got holier

Rediff.com10 Feb 2014

The Guruvaayoorappan temple in Morganville, New Jersey, which is the biggest of its kind in North America, has now turned into a Vrindavan of sorts with the grand opening of a cow sanctuary On the premises.

Indian-origin beauty wins Miss America crown!

Indian-origin beauty wins Miss America crown!

Rediff.com16 Sep 2013

Indian American Nina Davuluri has been crowned Miss America.

Jindal, Christie spar at undercard GOP debate

Jindal, Christie spar at undercard GOP debate

Rediff.com11 Nov 2015

Indian-American Louisiana governor Bobby Jindal and Chris Christie, the governor of New Jersey which has a significant presence of the Indian-origin community, exchanged some feisty barbs on the state of the US economy during a Republican undercard debate.

Sun Pharma arm buys US co

Sun Pharma arm buys US co

Rediff.com26 Dec 2005

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd on Monday said its Michigan-based wholly owned subsidiary,

58-yr-old Indian held for sexually assaulting woman on US flight

58-yr-old Indian held for sexually assaulting woman on US flight

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

While the plane was in the air, the woman fell asleep. She woke up to find Kunam sexually touching her.

Trump remains fatigued but in good spirits, says his doctor

Trump remains fatigued but in good spirits, says his doctor

Rediff.com3 Oct 2020

"As of this afternoon the President remains fatigued but in good spirits. He is being evaluated by a team of experts, and together we will be making recommendations to the President and First Lady in regards to next best steps," President's physician Sean Conley said in a memo released by the White House.

Two Republican nominees drop out of US presidential race

Two Republican nominees drop out of US presidential race

Rediff.com11 Feb 2016

Following their abysmal performance in the Iowa caucus and New Hampshire primary, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and former corporate honcho Carly Fiorina have ended their campaigns to seek the Republican US presidential nomination.

World Cup warm-ups: Ronaldo shines in return for Portugal

World Cup warm-ups: Ronaldo shines in return for Portugal

Rediff.com11 Jun 2014

Cristiano Ronaldo provided Portugal with a major confidence boost ahead of the World Cup when he made a successful return from injury in a 5-1 romp against Ireland on Tuesday.

Indian companies generated 81,000 jobs in US in 2013

Indian companies generated 81,000 jobs in US in 2013

Rediff.com28 Mar 2014

India has emerged as one of the 10 fastest growing sources of foreign direct investment into the US.

Spotted: Shahid Kapoor in the US

Spotted: Shahid Kapoor in the US

Rediff.com21 Oct 2009

Reader Isha Bhatt sends in a photograph.

PIX: Colours of joy thousands of miles away from motherland

PIX: Colours of joy thousands of miles away from motherland

Rediff.com24 Mar 2014

The Dwarkadhish Temple in Parlin, New Jersey, United States of America, celebrated the festival of joy and colours on March 22, which was attended by thousands of Indian Americans from across that country. Rediff.com's Paresh Gandhi brings us these exclusive photographs.

Gavaskar bats for life; raises funds for child heart surgeries

Gavaskar bats for life; raises funds for child heart surgeries

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

India's batting legend Sunil Gavaskar launched his new innings with a triple double century to support over 600 lifesaving heart surgeries for underprivileged children in India.