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Pakistan must take action against Taliban: US

Pakistan must take action against Taliban: US

Rediff.com24 Apr 2009

The United States on Friday said that Pakistani leaders must take action against rapidly expanding Taliban militants who now pose an 'existential threat' to Islamabad. "I think that some of the leaders certainly understand that (threat posed by the Taliban), but it is important that they not only recognise it but take the appropriate actions to deal with it," United States Defence Secretary Robert Gates told reporters during his visit to Camp Lejeune in North Carolina.

US Presidential candidate is a 15-Year-old farm boy!

US Presidential candidate is a 15-Year-old farm boy!

Rediff.com21 Aug 2015

Deez Nuts, the independent candidate from Iowa, filed to run for the President of the United States with the Federal Election Commission last month.

Defacement of Mahatma Gandhi's statue was a 'disgrace': Trump

Defacement of Mahatma Gandhi's statue was a 'disgrace': Trump

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

The statue, which is across the road from the Indian Embassy, was vandalised on the intervening night of June 2 and 3, prompting the Indian embassy to register a complaint with the local law enforcement agencies. The incident happened during the week of nationwide protests against the custodial killing of Floyd in Minneapolis on May 25.

US lawmaker compares protest in House to Rajya Sabha uproar

US lawmaker compares protest in House to Rajya Sabha uproar

Rediff.com26 Jun 2016

Congressman Mark Meadows posted two photos -- one of the Democratic party sit-in and the other of AIADMK protest by lawmakers inside the Rajya Sabha in March - saying they look 'disturbingly similar'.

Ponzi king Madoff fears being beaten up

Ponzi king Madoff fears being beaten up

Rediff.com20 Jul 2009

Ponzi king Bernard Madoff, who has been convicted of committing a fraud of $60 billion, is in danger of being beaten up by fellow inmates at a North Carolina federal prison, where he is currently imprisoned.

Jobs' outsourcing to India not reversible: Obama

Jobs' outsourcing to India not reversible: Obama

Rediff.com11 Jun 2008

Fresh from his victory over Hillary Clinton to clinch the Democratic party nomination to the White House, Obama said the country must invest in the research and innovation to create jobs and industries. Observing that America's challenges on economic front cannot be overcome by building 'protectionist walls', Obama said the country needs to focus on improving plight of the middle-class and investing in education.

Michael Phelps suffers twin defeats

Michael Phelps suffers twin defeats

Rediff.com15 Jun 2009

Michael Phelps won two and lost two races in the the Santa Clara International Grand Prix, his second competition since his return from a three-month suspension by USA Swimming following a photo of him using a marijuana pipe had made the rounds.

Stephan Gerlich is new Bayer India MD

Stephan Gerlich is new Bayer India MD

Rediff.com26 Jun 2003

Bayer India on Thursday announced the appointment of Stephan Gerlich as its new managing director.

Honda to sell 100 jets a year from 2010

Honda to sell 100 jets a year from 2010

Rediff.com5 Dec 2008

"We will manufacture 100 HondaJets every year beginning in 2010. We will sell them in the US, European, Canadian and Mexican markets," Honda Motor Company general manager (overseas operations, Asia and Oceania) Satoshi Matsuzawa told PTI. Earlier in 2007, the company had announced an investment of $40 million for constructing the new headquarters and hangar, and another $20 million for equipment.

N-deal: Indian-American activists slam opponents

N-deal: Indian-American activists slam opponents

Rediff.com7 Sep 2007

However, all of these moves have been thwarted by the opponents of the deal who have prevailed on the Manmohan Singh government to put a hold on operationalising the deal until their concerns are alleviated.

Fellowhip in memory of Indian student

Fellowhip in memory of Indian student

Rediff.com7 Apr 2008

The president of Duke University in North Carolina Richard H Brodhead has announced that the university has established a fellowship in memory of slain Duke graduate student Abhijit Mahato, 29, who was killed on January 18, 2008, in his off-campus apartment in what was described as a senseless, violent crime.

Candlelight vigil for slain Indian student in NY

Candlelight vigil for slain Indian student in NY

Rediff.com25 Mar 2008

Several police officers, including investigators, joined in the candlelight vigil as Mahato's friends related stories about him. Friends remembered him as a talented engineer and cook, and a person who was always ready to help his fellow students. On the occasion, Tod Laursen, the professor who recruited Mahato, said that nothing could have been more out of context than the violence that took him away.

The Desi Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize

The Desi Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

'I consider myself a pilgrim who is here to shape tomorrow.'

Anjali Bhatia chosen for Citizen Diplomacy award

Anjali Bhatia chosen for Citizen Diplomacy award

Rediff.com4 Feb 2008

Instituted by the US Center for Citizen Diplomacy, the awards recognize the honorees 'for inspiring others through their exemplary work as citizen diplomats and for promoting cultural understanding around the world.'

Obama announces total withdrawal from Iraq by 2011

Obama announces total withdrawal from Iraq by 2011

Rediff.com28 Feb 2009

US President Barack Obama announced on Friday to withdrawal of all American forces from Iraq by the end of 2011 with its combat mission coming to an end by August 31, 2010.

Addicts' brains bad at decisions: study

Addicts' brains bad at decisions: study

Rediff.com26 Dec 2007

The participants were given financial decision tasks that allowed them to choose "less money now" or "more money later". The addicts chose the "now" reward almost three times as often.

US deports mentally ill Indian

US deports mentally ill Indian

Rediff.com28 Jan 2009

A mental patient has been deported to India to face an uncertain future, although his case is still open to appeal in court, according to his family. Harvey Sachdev was 12 when he came to the United States with his family from Punjab. He was a valedictorian both at the Northeastern High School, Elizabeth City, North Carolina, and at the University of Pennsylvania where he earned a bachelor's degree in psychology. But worsening schizophrenia made it difficult for Harvey.

US critic of Indian nuclear programme dead

US critic of Indian nuclear programme dead

Rediff.com5 Jul 2008

"I have tried to be a friend to India. But, as long as there is breath in me, I will never support the lifting of the Glenn amendment sanctions on India unless they abandon all nuclear ambitions."

Trump, Biden teams gear up for legal battle in US Supreme Court

Trump, Biden teams gear up for legal battle in US Supreme Court

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

The race for the White House appears to be headed towards an uncharted territory with the Trump and Biden campaigns gearing up for a protracted legal battle in the US Supreme Court as the election results in some of the key battleground states like Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Michigan still being counted.

US polls: How battleground states would count votes

US polls: How battleground states would count votes

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

According to CNN, millions of Americans have voted in person or by mail this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is a look at how ballots would be counted in some of the key battleground states across the US.

US presidential elections headed for a tight finish: Polls

US presidential elections headed for a tight finish: Polls

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

Biden's lead has shrunk over the last few days, as Trump and his family have virtually carpet bombed the key battle ground states, including as many as 15 rallies by the president.

Hours before D-day, Obama loses granny

Hours before D-day, Obama loses granny

Rediff.com4 Nov 2008

Hours before his most crucial moment, Obama lost his 86-year-old grandmother, who was battling with cancer.

It's Dim All the Lights for Anoop Desai

It's Dim All the Lights for Anoop Desai

Rediff.com23 Apr 2009

The 24-year-old was eliminated from American Idol.

India and the US-sponsored Pax Democratica

India and the US-sponsored Pax Democratica

Rediff.com24 Aug 2007

Is there a well-concealed additional vision of an 'arc of democracy'? That is the nagging question in the Chinese mind. It will nag even more after they have read Dr Singh's positive reaction to the idea of closer co-operation among major democracies

Indian-American wins Intel Science award

Indian-American wins Intel Science award

Rediff.com12 Mar 2008

Intel Corporation and the Society for Science & the Public awarded the top 10 college scholarship awards for the Intel Science Talent Search at a banquet in Washington, DC on Tuesday. The first prize of $100,000 was awarded to Indian-American student Shivani Sud, 17, of Durham, North Carolina.

Race to White House is real, not reality TV: Clinton

Race to White House is real, not reality TV: Clinton

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

Clinton alleged that it was very well possible that Trump has not paid any taxes.

You can wash this PC keyboard

You can wash this PC keyboard

Rediff.com19 Jun 2007

US-based Seal Shield offers a fully-washable standard keyboard with full-travel keys.

Hillary resumes campaign trail after illness

Hillary resumes campaign trail after illness

Rediff.com16 Sep 2016

Clinton fell ill on Sunday during a 9/11 memorial ceremony in New York where she was seen stumbling limp-legged into her vehicle. She was later detected with pneumonia.

Do you suffer from Crohn's disease?

Do you suffer from Crohn's disease?

Rediff.com20 Oct 2018

The chronic inflammatory disease is affecting people globally.

Strain of coronavirus in pigs can jump to humans: Study

Strain of coronavirus in pigs can jump to humans: Study

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

Researchers said outbreaks of such an illness have the potential to wreak economic havoc in many countries across the globe that rely on the pork industry.

Clinton wins West Virginia primary

Clinton wins West Virginia primary

Rediff.com14 May 2008

The victorious Clinton reminded her supporters and the party leadership that she is not giving up the challenge to the party nomination and that she does not subscribe to the notion that the voters of Michigan and Florida -- who have been disqualified -- can be left out.

Obama refuses Hillary's debate call

Obama refuses Hillary's debate call

Rediff.com28 Apr 2008

Obama has refused to debate Hillary Clinton,with no moderator, before the Indiana and North Carolina primaries.

IIM-A ties up with Duke CE for corporate progs

IIM-A ties up with Duke CE for corporate progs

Rediff.com19 May 2006

The Indian Institute of Mangement-Ahmedabad will collaborate with Duke Corporate Education to develop and deliver custom corporate education programmes in India and West Asia.

NASA picks Indian-American astronaut to lead SpaceX mission to ISS

NASA picks Indian-American astronaut to lead SpaceX mission to ISS

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

Chari, 43, will serve as the commander while NASA's Tom Marshburn will be pilot and ESA's Matthias Maurer will serve as a mission specialist for the SpaceX Crew-3 mission to the ISS, which is expected to launched next year.

Indian's killing: No bail for accused

Indian's killing: No bail for accused

Rediff.com26 Jan 2008

Shocked Indian students in North America have launched an online petition addressed to the Indian government and the Indian embassy in Washington, lashing out at the alleged apathy of local autorities in the case.

Slain Indian student's family seeks govt's help

Slain Indian student's family seeks govt's help

Rediff.com22 Jan 2008

Abhijeet Mahato, 29, an IIT alumnus who was studying for an engineering doctorate degree at the Duke University's Pratt School of Engineering in Durham, was found shot dead at his residence near the campus on Friday night.

US: Student's murder not a case of gang violence

US: Student's murder not a case of gang violence

Rediff.com21 Jan 2008

Abhijeet Mahato, 29, an IIT alumnus who was studying for an engineering doctorate degree at the Duke University's Pratt School of Engineering in Durham, was found dead at his residence near the campus on Friday night. He had been shot dead.

'The science is absolutely first rate'

'The science is absolutely first rate'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2007

'There is not a parallel on this planet, in any field of endeavour as you have in the case of the IPCC.' Dr R K Pachauri defends the science involved in drafting the reports on climate change.

REWIND: Best moments from the week gone by

REWIND: Best moments from the week gone by

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

Hurricane Florence reaches the Carolinas, America pays tribute to 9/11 victims, Russia's Putin meets China's Xi Jinping and much more...