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Mahatma Carter

Mahatma Carter

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Carter was in politics, but not a politician, certainly not a transactional politician, points out Shreekant Sambrani.

Trump Defiant After Being Shot

Trump Defiant After Being Shot

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Republican presidential candidate and former United States president Donald J Trump, 78, was hit by a bullet in the upper part of his right ear when a shooter fired multiple shots toward the stage from an elevated position outside the rally venue in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, July 13, 2024, the US Secret Service said.

What Our Netas Can Borrow From Trump

What Our Netas Can Borrow From Trump

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Our politicians need to take a leaf out of Mr Trump's personalised merchandise sale: It keeps his image in the public eye, continuing to engage him differently and innovatively with his supporters, points out Sandeep Goyal.

'Fiscal cliff' offers of Republicans, Obama

'Fiscal cliff' offers of Republicans, Obama

Rediff.com4 Dec 2012

Both President Barack Obama and Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives have made opening offers in negotiations to resolve the "fiscal cliff."

Another assassination attempt on Trump, suspect with AK-47 arrested

Another assassination attempt on Trump, suspect with AK-47 arrested

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

Soon after the gunshots were heard at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, where Trump was golfing, the FBI said that it is "investigating what appears to be an attempted assassination of former President Trump".

Kamala Harris: The story of a blind date, and an 'awkward' voicemail

Kamala Harris: The story of a blind date, and an 'awkward' voicemail

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Kamala Harris' husband Douglas Emhoff shared his love story and recalled how he met his wife on a blind date in 2013 and left an awkward voice message for her which she plays for him every year on their wedding anniversary.

White House will 'smell like curry' if Kamala wins: Trump aide

White House will 'smell like curry' if Kamala wins: Trump aide

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Loomer, 31, often seen as a right-wing conspiracy theorist, made the remark while commenting on a photo posted by Harris on National Grandparents Day in which the vice president talked about her grandparents from India.

'One of us': A R Rahman dedicates song to 'Kamala ji'

'One of us': A R Rahman dedicates song to 'Kamala ji'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris' White House bid gets a boost from legendary Indian music composer A R Rahman, who has come out in support of her 'vision for an equitable world', and recording some of his popular songs like 'Jai Ho' to inspire Indian American voters.

India 'abuser' of import tariffs; Modi 'fantastic man': Trump

India 'abuser' of import tariffs; Modi 'fantastic man': Trump

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

Trump made the announcement while campaigning in Michigan, but did not provide any further details of their meeting.

Text book and exemplary: US Secret Service defends Trump protection plan

Text book and exemplary: US Secret Service defends Trump protection plan

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Ronald Rowe Jr said that the suspect did not have a line of sight of Trump and was not able to get any shots off at the agents who were sweeping the course, according to a Politico report.

How American leaders reacted to attack on Trump

How American leaders reacted to attack on Trump

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Cutting across party lines, leaders strongly condemned the attack on Trump while he was addressing an election rally in Butler, which is about 56 km north of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.

Hindu group endorses Trump over Harris for US President

Hindu group endorses Trump over Harris for US President

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

Hindus for America First, a newly created grassroots organisation, has announced it will endorse Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and launch a campaign against Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris in the key battleground states of Pennsylvania, Georgia and North Carolina.

'Kamala Harris Is Going To Win!'

'Kamala Harris Is Going To Win!'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

'The die is cast. The wave is for her.' 'We will win this. The numbers are going to be higher than people are saying.' 'It is going to be more closer to Obama's numbers than Biden's numbers.'

Modi, Rahul condemn attack on Donald Trump

Modi, Rahul condemn attack on Donald Trump

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Sunday expressed deep concern over the attack on former United States president Donald Trump.

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'Communist China continues to aggressively expand its domain in the Indo-Pacific region.' 'It's crucial for the USA to continue its support in countering these malicious tactics.' 'India, along with other nations in the region, is not alone.'

Kamala Harris: 'Female Obama' who didn't make it to White House

Kamala Harris: 'Female Obama' who didn't make it to White House

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Kamala's role as vice president was more than just symbolic. Unlike her predecessors, she wielded considerable power during Biden's presidency.

Republican Hindu Coalition denounces Hillary's aide Huma

Republican Hindu Coalition denounces Hillary's aide Huma

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

The Republican Hindu Coalition, which hosted Donald Trump's desi rally in New Jersey last month, has branded Huma Abedin 'pro-terrorist.

Trump 2.0: Will Bulls Run Amok?

Trump 2.0: Will Bulls Run Amok?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

'Investors looking at the next 6-12 months can be certain that the Fed will maintain its easing cycle, and we expect the overall environment to be conducive for fixed income investments for portfolio diversification.'

Biden-Harris will make US socialist country: Republican leaders

Biden-Harris will make US socialist country: Republican leaders

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

On the first night of the Republican National Convention on Monday, senior party leaders during their prime-time address said that the future of America was in danger if the November 3 polls resulted in the defeat of US President Donald Trump.

'Radical left lunatic': Trump attacks Kamala Harris

'Radical left lunatic': Trump attacks Kamala Harris

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

Trump, 78, launched a scathing attack on his Democratic rival, as he took the stage for the first time to address an election rally after Harris became the presumptive nominee.

'Thanks Joe': Kamala makes surprise appearance at DNC

'Thanks Joe': Kamala makes surprise appearance at DNC

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Americans are united by their shared vision for the future of the country, Vice President Kamala Harris said on Monday, making a surprise appearance on the opening day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

It's official, Biden vs Trump set for rematch

It's official, Biden vs Trump set for rematch

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Their rematch, long anticipated, but hardly clamoured for, is broadly expected to mirror the 2020 campaign, though Trump will run this time under the spectre of 91 felony charges.

Obama, Republican leaders clash on immigration reform

Obama, Republican leaders clash on immigration reform

Rediff.com17 Apr 2014

In his statement, Obama alleged that instead of advancing commonsense reform and working to fix the immigration system, House Republicans have voted in favor of extreme measures like a punitive amendment to strip protections from 'Dreamers'.

Obama rejects Republican immigration reform bill

Obama rejects Republican immigration reform bill

Rediff.com29 Nov 2012

United States President Barack Obama, who pledged that enacting comprehensive immigration reform would be a priority in his second term, has rejected a Republican-sponsored immigration bill that would have created a new green card category for foreign students, reports Aziz Haniffa.

What Happens If Donald J Trump Wins?

What Happens If Donald J Trump Wins?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Showing total disregard for the US constitution, Trump has said that this could be the last election to be held in the country. A Trump presidency could lead to mass deportation of undocumented migrants and harsh family separation, warns Aseem Chhabra.

Trump triumphs in Iowa caucuses, heads for Biden rematch

Trump triumphs in Iowa caucuses, heads for Biden rematch

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Trump's victory in his first election since his unusual exit in 2020 has also laid to rest any lingering questions about his hold over the GOP and the potency of his right-wing message.

Under Trump India-US Space Sector May Soar

Under Trump India-US Space Sector May Soar

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

'With India's growing capabilities in the space sector, this creates promising opportunities for enhanced collaboration and market access.'

It's official: Republicans nominate Trump for US president

It's official: Republicans nominate Trump for US president

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

If elected, he would be the first successful businessman without any political experience to become the US president.

What Melania Trump said on assassination attempt on husband

What Melania Trump said on assassination attempt on husband

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Melania reflected on what the incident means for her and her family while calling for the country to "ascend above the hate".

Trump shooting underscores political violence threat: Media

Trump shooting underscores political violence threat: Media

Rediff.com14 Jul 2024

"Americans received a sobering reminder on Saturday of the threat that political violence poses to our democracy," The New York Times said.

Last rites of Baba Siddique performed with state honours in Mumbai

Last rites of Baba Siddique performed with state honours in Mumbai

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

NCP leaders including, Praful Patel, Chhagan Bhujbal and Ajit Pawar were present at the Bada Qabrastan during the last rites of Baba Siddique.

Romney nominated as Republican presidential candidate

Romney nominated as Republican presidential candidate

Rediff.com29 Aug 2012

Republican Mitt Romney is all set to challenge incumbent Barack Obama after the party nominated the former Massachusetts governor as its candidate for the presidential elections in November this year.

'Will give you a child': Elon Musk tells Taylor Swift as she endorses Harris

'Will give you a child': Elon Musk tells Taylor Swift as she endorses Harris

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

Tesla CEO Elon Musk made a jibe at American singer songwriter Taylor Swift who threw her support behind Vice president Kamala Harris for the next President following a high stakes debate with former president Donald Trump.

Pelosi endorses Kamala Harris as party's presidential candidate

Pelosi endorses Kamala Harris as party's presidential candidate

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Harris, 59, is mostly likely to be the presidential nominee of the Democratic party now that she has been endorsed by President Joe Biden, who announced on Sunday that he will not seek re-election, as well as other top party leaders including former president Bill Clinton.

Obama rejects Republican 'threats' in budget standoff

Obama rejects Republican 'threats' in budget standoff

Rediff.com9 Oct 2013

A defiant US President Barack Obama on Wednesday said he is willing to open talks with Republicans to defuse the budget crisis that has caused the crippling government shutdown, but refused to be intimidated by their "extortion threats" regarding his contentious healthcare plan.

'India Is Critical To US National Security'

'India Is Critical To US National Security'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

'Now it's for India to also make certain decisions. The sky's the limit. You've got to be strategic.'

One nation, one election: 32 parties back proposal, Cong among 15 to oppose

One nation, one election: 32 parties back proposal, Cong among 15 to oppose

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

Among the national parties, the Congress, Aam Aadmi Party, the Bahujan Samaj Party and the Communist Party of India-Marxist opposed the proposal, while the Bharatiya Janata Party and the National People's Party supported it.

Ben Carson officially withdraws from Republican presidential race

Ben Carson officially withdraws from Republican presidential race

Rediff.com5 Mar 2016

The four candidates are billionaire real estate magnet Donald Trump; two first term Senators Ted Cruz from Texas and Marco Rubio from Florida and the Ohio Governor John Kasich.

'I know Trump's type': Harris calls Trump a 'predator'

'I know Trump's type': Harris calls Trump a 'predator'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

"We are the underdogs in this race. Level set, ok. We are the underdogs in this race, but this is a people-powered campaign," Vice President Harris said, addressing a group of 800 fundraisers in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

Republican Nikki Haley rubbishes opponent's sexist remarks

Republican Nikki Haley rubbishes opponent's sexist remarks

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

Seeking re-election as South Carolina's governor, Indian-American Nikki Haley has dismissed her Democratic rival's derogatory sexist remarks against her saying she is "a tough girl."