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Dharun Ravi could walk free from jail next week

Dharun Ravi could walk free from jail next week

Rediff.com16 Jun 2012

Former Rutgers University student Dharun Ravi, who was sentenced to a month in jail after being convicted of using his webcam to spy on his gay roommate, is set to be released from a New Jersey jail next week after completing 20 days of his 30-day term.

Did Dharun Ravi commit a hate crime? Jury to decide

Did Dharun Ravi commit a hate crime? Jury to decide

Rediff.com15 Mar 2012

The ongoing trial of 20-year-old student Dharun Ravi, charged of a hate crime, has attracted immense media attention. Arthur J Pais reports from the court room

'They were angry because My Name Is Khan'

'They were angry because My Name Is Khan'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2009

Shah Rukh Khan may have been roughed up by US officials but the superstar holds no grudges.

Neymar's shocking spot kick branded 'worst penalty ever'

Neymar's shocking spot kick branded 'worst penalty ever'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2012

Brazil striker Neymar stepped up to take a penalty against Colombia in a friendly game on Wednesday night in the US that could have won the match for them, but the highly-rated forward made a mess of it when he fired his shot way over the bar, way over most of the stands at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium, and towards the seats near the top tier.

Meet Akash, the Indian American music sensation

Meet Akash, the Indian American music sensation

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

'I make music to express myself.' 'So even if only one person hears it, and it impacts their life in any way, I feel grateful.'

US: Hate crime trial against Indian student starts

US: Hate crime trial against Indian student starts

Rediff.com25 Feb 2012

The lawyer for an Indian student accused of spying on his roommate's homosexual tryst on Saturday said his client acted in a "childish and immature" manner. The trial of 19-year-old Dharun Ravi, a former Rutgers University student, began in New Brunswick, New Jersey, with both sides making their opening statements.

Special: Legacy of faith in times of Diwali

Special: Legacy of faith in times of Diwali

Rediff.com12 Nov 2012

Bringing Indian festivals home for the second generation

Rana Kapoor: Banker gone Rogue

Rana Kapoor: Banker gone Rogue

Rediff.com9 Jan 2021

'The book captures Rana Kapoor's hunger for real estate leading to bungalows in Delhi, Mumbai, London and other cities; the multiple companies -- over 100 -- to fund his family's various ventures; the attempt to game the system by showing lower non-performing assets,' notes Joydeep Ghosh.

Dharun Ravi's month-long sentence may be cut by 10 days

Dharun Ravi's month-long sentence may be cut by 10 days

Rediff.com25 May 2012

India-born Dharun Ravi, convicted of hate crime for spying on his gay roommate and sentenced to 30 days in jail, could end up spending only 20 days behind bars due to prison regulations in New Jersey that give credit to inmates for good behaviour.

Dharun Ravi's month-long sentence may be cut by 10 days

Dharun Ravi's month-long sentence may be cut by 10 days

Rediff.com25 May 2012

India-born Dharun Ravi, convicted of hate crime for spying on his gay roommate and sentenced to 30 days in jail, could end up spending only 20 days behind bars due to prison regulations in New Jersey that give credit to inmates for good behaviour.

19 must-have Android smartphone apps

19 must-have Android smartphone apps

Rediff.com8 Aug 2011

Get Ahead reader Kartheek Pathuri lists out 19 must-have Android apps for your smartphone in response to our reader invite.

Madhuri Dixit joins Shah Rukh's SLAM tour

Madhuri Dixit joins Shah Rukh's SLAM tour

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

The actress was especially requested by Shah Rukh Khan himself.

PIX: Indian Americans rally in support of Dharun Ravi

PIX: Indian Americans rally in support of Dharun Ravi

Rediff.com15 May 2012

More than 500 rally in Trenton, New Jersey, in favour of no prison time for ex-Rutgers student Dharun Ravi convicted of a hate crime, reports Arthur J Pais.

Record 22 races in 2014 'beyond limit' for F1 teams

Record 22 races in 2014 'beyond limit' for F1 teams

Rediff.com4 Oct 2013

Formula One's record 22 race calendar for 2014 is 'beyond the limit' for teams but looks likely to be trimmed before it becomes definitive, according to Red Bull team principal Christian Horner.

May 21 fateful day for Rajat Gupta, Dharun Ravi

May 21 fateful day for Rajat Gupta, Dharun Ravi

Rediff.com13 May 2012

May 21 promises to be a crucial day for the Indian-American community as one of corporate America's most prominent India-born executives is scheduled to go on trial here while miles away a New Jersey court is to decide the fate of a Chennai native convicted of a hate crime.

Arch-rivals Trump and Romney meet, discuss world affairs

Arch-rivals Trump and Romney meet, discuss world affairs

Rediff.com20 Nov 2016

The 2012 Republican presidential nominee and one of Trump's most vocal Republican Party critics during this year's election campaign, met privately with the President-elect for about an hour.

France could return in 2013: Ecclestone

France could return in 2013: Ecclestone

Rediff.com28 Oct 2012

The French Grand Prix could be back on the calendar next year for the first time since 2008, Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone said on Sunday.

'When confronted by a mugger, don't try to be a hero'

'When confronted by a mugger, don't try to be a hero'

Rediff.com9 May 2012

The murders of Indian students in the United States in the last few years has been a reason of worry for not only students but also their parents in India. Arthur J Pais reports

This 12-year-old delivers lectures at Harvard and Yale

This 12-year-old delivers lectures at Harvard and Yale

Rediff.com30 Apr 2012

Blake Kernen has already co-authored a book with her father and delivers guest lectures at the Harvard Business School and Yale School of Management.

Trump gets a double shot in the arm before 'Super Tuesday'

Trump gets a double shot in the arm before 'Super Tuesday'

Rediff.com27 Feb 2016

Former White House contender Christie's endorsement to Trump just ahead of the 'Super Tuesday' -- in which primary elections would be held in 11 states -- is expected to what is supporters said "seal the deal" for the 69-year-old reality TV star-turned-politician.

US webcam case: Ravi found guilty of sex spying

US webcam case: Ravi found guilty of sex spying

Rediff.com17 Mar 2012

India-born former Rutgers student Dharun Ravi was on Friday found guilty by a United States court of hate crime and invasion of privacy for spying on his roommate's gay sexual encounter with another man in 2010.

Battle for Russia: A billionaire challenges Putin's might

Battle for Russia: A billionaire challenges Putin's might

Rediff.com14 Dec 2011

He is Russia's third richest person. This 6 feet 8 inches 'giant' has survived many scandals, and currently sits on an empire worth $18 billion (about Rs 95,300 crore). On Monday, he told the media in Moscow that he was taking the most important decision of his life.

5 reasons why WebOS doesn't make the cut

5 reasons why WebOS doesn't make the cut

Rediff.com6 Sep 2011

Sure, there is tremendous potential in WebOS. In fact, its SDK is rated as one of the best platforms to develop for, on par with iOS SDK. Yet, most WebOS devices are still sitting in stores waiting for consumers to grab them. here are 5 reasons why WebOS could not make it...

Meet Indian-American inventor of Email as it turns 32

Meet Indian-American inventor of Email as it turns 32

Rediff.com30 Aug 2014

In 1978, Ayyadurai created a computer programme, which he called 'email', that replicated all the functions of the interoffice mail system: Inbox, Outbox, Folders, Memo, Attachments, Address Book, etc.

Indian student helped Ravi set up webcam

Indian student helped Ravi set up webcam

Rediff.com1 Mar 2012

An Indian student testifying in the trial of his former classmate Dharun Ravi, who allegedly spied on his roommate's homosexual tryst, has said he had helped the accused set up the webcam to get a better view of the bed. Lokesh Ojha of Rutgers University took the stand in the trial of 20-year-old Ravi at a New Jersey court. Ravi has been accused of spying on his roommate Tyler Clementi, who committed suicide days later.Ojha described how he had helped Ravi adjust his webcam.

Trump, Melania test positive for COVID-19

Trump, Melania test positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

The development is likely to bring to standstill Trump's hectic election campaign.

Football Briefs: 'Bale will get valuable playing time in China'

Football Briefs: 'Bale will get valuable playing time in China'

Rediff.com16 Mar 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Rishi Raj to head Society of Indian Academics

Rishi Raj to head Society of Indian Academics

Rediff.com11 Aug 2011

Dr Rishi S Raj, chair, faculty senate, City College of New York, has been elected president, Society of Indian Academics in America.

WTF News! It's Weird, True and Funny

WTF News! It's Weird, True and Funny

Rediff.com14 Mar 2018

Here's a collection of stories that are weird, yet true!

Man U's Hernandez hospitalised with concussion

Man U's Hernandez hospitalised with concussion

Rediff.com28 Jul 2011

Manchester United's Mexican striker Javier Hernandez spent Tuesday night in hospital after suffering a concussion on the club's pre-season tour of the United States.

OMG! This man eats 5,000 calories a day

OMG! This man eats 5,000 calories a day

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

The Blake Diet is just the opposite of what the doctor might order.

I am not a hero: Sikh-American who IDed bombing suspect

I am not a hero: Sikh-American who IDed bombing suspect

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

Harinder Singh Bains, the Sikh-American, who helped police capture the man wanted for the weekend bombings in New York and New Jersey, said he feared he might have been mistaken as the perpetrator because of the misconceptions about his faith.

Indian-American couple killed in US plane crash

Indian-American couple killed in US plane crash

Rediff.com20 Jun 2011

A top Indian-origin neurologist and his doctor wife were killed when their single-engine aircraft, which he was flying, crashed into a corn field in Ohio shortly after takeoff, US authorities said on Monday.

Samin Sharma leads Mount Sinai's safety record

Samin Sharma leads Mount Sinai's safety record

Rediff.com26 Feb 2011

The New Jersey-based Mount Sinai Medical Center's Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory and its director Dr Samin Sharma have yet again achieved the highest safety among New York state institutions that perform angioplasty or Percutaneous Coronary Intervention, and did so in every category measured.

'20 days after 9/11 we concluded he was gone'

'20 days after 9/11 we concluded he was gone'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2011

Neil G Shastri's family has found solace in founding a trust in his name. Arthur J Pais reports.

'20 days after 9/11 we concluded he was gone'

'20 days after 9/11 we concluded he was gone'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2011

Neil G Shastri's family has found solace in founding a trust in his name. Arthur J Pais reports.

US reports 10,000 COVID-19 cases in a single day

US reports 10,000 COVID-19 cases in a single day

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

Till Monday, 43,734 confirmed cases of coronavirus were reported in the United States.

Harsha's new look

Harsha's new look

Rediff.com18 Feb 2009

Noted cricket columnist and commentator Harsha Bhogle turned up in an all-new hairdo for the unveiling of Team India's new jersey in Mumbai on Wednesday.

PIX: Hurricane Irene not as disastrous as expected

PIX: Hurricane Irene not as disastrous as expected

Rediff.com29 Aug 2011

Losses from Hurricane Irene are estimated to total about $7 billion, much less than what was feared from the massive storm that battered the United States east coast over the weekend, initial estimates say.