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US judge restores White House access for CNN's Jim Acosta

US judge restores White House access for CNN's Jim Acosta

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

'Let's go back to work,' Acosta told reporters after the US District court reinstated his White House press credentials.

Workers sue BAPS in US over alleged forced labour, wage law violations

Workers sue BAPS in US over alleged forced labour, wage law violations

Rediff.com12 May 2021

A group of Indian workers in the US have filed a lawsuit in a district court against the Swaminarayan sect BAPS, accusing it of human trafficking and wage law violations during the construction of a massive temple in New Jersey.

Robocalls urge voters to stay home on US D-Day

Robocalls urge voters to stay home on US D-Day

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

There were allegations that voters are receiving robocalls, spreading disinformation and encouraging people to stay home on Election Day.

Tahawwur Rana's extradition hearing on February 12

Tahawwur Rana's extradition hearing on February 12

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

The 59-year-old Rana, a childhood friend of David Coleman Headley, was re-arrested on June 10 in Los Angeles on an extradition request by India for his involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attack in which 166 people, including six Americans, were killed.

26/11 plotter Tahawwur Rana opposes extradition to India

26/11 plotter Tahawwur Rana opposes extradition to India

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

Rana's extradition is barred under Article 6 of the United States-India extradition treaty with India because he has previously been acquitted of the offences for which extradition is sought, and under Article 9 of the Treaty because the government has not established a probable cause to believe that Rana committed the alleged offences, his attorneys argued.

US court dismisses visa fraud lawsuit against Infy, Apple

US court dismisses visa fraud lawsuit against Infy, Apple

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

The lawsuit was filed in 2016 by a whistleblower alleging that the iPhone maker Apple and Indian IT company Infosys conspired to bring two Indian nationals for training on B-1 visa instead of more expensive H1-B visa.

'El Chapo' sentenced to life imprisonment

'El Chapo' sentenced to life imprisonment

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

Before he was sentenced, Guzman, complained about the conditions of his confinement and told the judge he was denied a fair trial.

US judge blocks Trump's H-1B visa ban

US judge blocks Trump's H-1B visa ban

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

In a major relief to thousands of Indian IT professionals, a federal judge in the US on Thursday blocked the enforcement of a temporary visa ban by the Trump administration on a large number of work permits, including the most sought after H-1B visas, ruling that the president exceeded his constitutional authority.

Indian-origin techie charged with $10m COVID-19 relief fraud

Indian-origin techie charged with $10m COVID-19 relief fraud

Rediff.com14 May 2020

Shashank Rai, 30, allegedly sought millions of dollars in forgivable loans guaranteed by the Small Business Administration (SBA) under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act from two different banks by claiming to have 250 employees earning wages when, in fact, no employee worked for his alleged business.

Lawsuit filed against Trump's new H-1B visa rules

Lawsuit filed against Trump's new H-1B visa rules

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

Several individuals and organisations, including the US Chambers of Commerce and the National Association of Manufacturers, have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration's recent rules related to the H-1B visa, terming them "arbitrary" and "haphazard" regulations that will undermine high skilled immigration into America. Early this month, the Trump administration announced new restrictions on H-1B non-immigrant visa programme which it said is aimed at protecting American workers, restoring integrity and to better guarantee that H-1B petitions are approved only for qualified beneficiaries and petitioners, a move which is likely to affect thousands of Indian IT professionals.

Cairn, govt discuss LTCG tax and Vivad se Vishwas scheme

Cairn, govt discuss LTCG tax and Vivad se Vishwas scheme

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

During a series of hectic talks between Cairn Energy and the Indian government over the $1.2-billion arbitration award in favour of the former last week, a slew of options was proposed by the two sides, including computation of capital gains and participation in the Vivad se Vishwas (VsV) dispute resolution scheme. The government is likely to go ahead and appeal against the arbitration award by a Permanent Court of Arbitration at The Hague before March 21, indicated finance ministry officials. Cairn Energy Plc on Sunday said it was hopeful that an acceptable solution to its tax dispute with the Indian government could be found to avoid prolonging and exacerbating the 'negative issue' for all parties.

Trump's former lawyer sentenced to 3 years in prison

Trump's former lawyer sentenced to 3 years in prison

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

Cohen, 52, was sentenced to 36 months in prison by the US District Court for the Southern District of New York.

Trump administration revokes new student visa order

Trump administration revokes new student visa order

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

The announcement comes as a big relief to international students, including those from India.

Halliburton fined $275,000 for anti-Muslim behaviour

Halliburton fined $275,000 for anti-Muslim behaviour

Rediff.com9 Oct 2019

The Houston-based Halliburton, one of the world's largest providers of products and services to the energy industry with over 55,000 employees, has agreed to pay the amount and furnish significant relief to settle a national origin and religious discrimination lawsuit brought by the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

Bad people are very happy: Trump slams judge on Twitter

Bad people are very happy: Trump slams judge on Twitter

Rediff.com5 Feb 2017

US President Donald Trump has slammed federal judge James Robart who lifted the travel ban he had imposed on citizens of seven mainly-Muslim countries, taking an unusual jab at an independent branch of the US government as he vowed to bring back the restrictions.

US national gets 20-yr jail for supporting LeT

US national gets 20-yr jail for supporting LeT

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

He had posted numerous messages threatening to attack individuals and gatherings of people who he believed were opponents of his radical beliefs.

US court rejects 26/11 plotter Tahawwur Rana's bail plea

US court rejects 26/11 plotter Tahawwur Rana's bail plea

Rediff.com25 Jul 2020

Describing Rana as a flight risk, the US government opposed his release on bail, arguing that if he were to flee to Canada, he may escape the possibility of a death sentence in India.

Vishal Sikka named in lawsuit against IP-theft

Vishal Sikka named in lawsuit against IP-theft

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

Sikka is considered to be the force behind SAP's analytics platform, HANA that had helped the company strengthen its position in the global market.

US 'political virus' pushing bilateral ties to brink of 'new Cold War': China

US 'political virus' pushing bilateral ties to brink of 'new Cold War': China

Rediff.com24 May 2020

Chian it was open to international efforts to identify the source of the deadly virus.

'Releasing 26/11 plotter on bail will strain Indo-US ties '

'Releasing 26/11 plotter on bail will strain Indo-US ties '

Rediff.com21 Jun 2020

US attorney urged the Los Angeles court that Rana be not released.

US state sues China on coronavirus handling

US state sues China on coronavirus handling

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

'The Chinese government lied to the world about the danger and contagious nature of COVID-19, silenced whistleblowers, and did little to stop the spread of the disease'

Indian-American's lawsuit against Preet Bharara dismissed

Indian-American's lawsuit against Preet Bharara dismissed

Rediff.com8 Sep 2012

A United States court in New York has dismissed a lawsuit filed by an Indian-origin law student against Manhattan's top federal prosecutor Preet Bharara and the justice department for unlawfully questioning her and seizing the phone during Rajat Gupta's insider trading trial.

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.

IndiGo's boardroom battle lands in US courts

IndiGo's boardroom battle lands in US courts

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

The genesis of the arbitration lies in a bitter public battle that began in July when Rakesh Gangwal wrote to capital market regulator Sebi alleging lack of corporate governance in the company. He alleged that Rahul Bhatia, who holds controlling power of the company, had used it to execute questionable related-party transactions.

Apple, Samsung face off in court again

Apple, Samsung face off in court again

Rediff.com7 Dec 2012

Apple scored a sweeping legal victory in August at the conclusion of its landmark case against its arch-foe.

Mexican drug lord 'El Chapo' found guilty; faces life in prison

Mexican drug lord 'El Chapo' found guilty; faces life in prison

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman Loera was convicted on numerous counts including money laundering, engaging in a continuing criminal enterprise, distribution of heroin and cocaine and other drugs, and illegal arms possession.

Amul Thapar on Trump's list for Supreme Court judge nominees

Amul Thapar on Trump's list for Supreme Court judge nominees

Rediff.com13 Nov 2016

Thapar currently holds the position of US District Court Judge for the Eastern District of Kentucky.

Armstrong refiles lawsuit against anti-doping agency

Armstrong refiles lawsuit against anti-doping agency

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

Lawyers for retired cycling champ Lance Armstrong on Tuesday refiled a lawsuit in a bid to stop the US Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) from proceeding with a case charging him with using drugs during the years he won the Tour de France.

$15 billion Volkswagen emissions settlement approved

$15 billion Volkswagen emissions settlement approved

Rediff.com25 Oct 2016

Under the settlement, owners of the affected cars have until September 1, 2018, to decide whether to have the car fixed or repurchased

H-1B visa: Silicon Valley-based IT firm sues US govt

H-1B visa: Silicon Valley-based IT firm sues US govt

Rediff.com17 May 2019

The company's H-1B petition on behalf of Anisetty was denied on the sole ground that the job offered to him did not qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation.

17 US states, tech giants sue against new visa rule

17 US states, tech giants sue against new visa rule

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

The lawsuit seeks an injunction to stop the entire rule from going into effect.

Obama nominates Indian-American as district court judge

Obama nominates Indian-American as district court judge

Rediff.com1 Aug 2014

United States President Barack Obama has nominated yet another Indian-American counsel to the key post of US District Court judge for Washington, DC.

US Supreme Court to hear dispute over Tata Mundra power plant in Gujarat

US Supreme Court to hear dispute over Tata Mundra power plant in Gujarat

Rediff.com22 May 2018

The villagers, led by Budha Ismail Jam, along with several other farmers and fishermen, allege that coal-fired Tata Mundra Power Plant in Tunda village in Kutch district, has resulted in widespread environmental damages.

Extras: 'Don't stop games over homophobic chants'

Extras: 'Don't stop games over homophobic chants'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

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Sureshbhai Patel assault: US cop no longer faces criminal charges

Sureshbhai Patel assault: US cop no longer faces criminal charges

Rediff.com13 May 2016

An American police officer, who brutally assaulted an Indian grandfather and left him partially paralysed, is no longer facing state criminal charges in Alabama.

US court dismisses Taro bid to block Sun offer

US court dismisses Taro bid to block Sun offer

Rediff.com16 Jul 2010

A US district court has dismissed a petition by Israel's Taro Pharmaceutical Industries to block leading Indian drug maker Sun Pharma from launching an open offer to acquire majority stake in the former.

Teenager arrested for trying to flee US to join ISIS

Teenager arrested for trying to flee US to join ISIS

Rediff.com7 Oct 2014

An American teenager has been arrested by the Federal Bureau of Investigation after he allegedly tried to travel to Turkey to join the Islamic State terror group, officials said.

US: No bail for terror accused Rana

US: No bail for terror accused Rana

Rediff.com7 Jan 2010

Pakistani-Canadian terror suspect Tahawwur Rana will have to spend more days in custody after a United States judge on Thursday did not hear his bail plea, saying an expected indictment against him may send the case to a different judge. But the prosecutors said they expect to obtain an indictment against Rana, under investigation for possible links to the Mumbai terror attacks, by January 14. After the indictment, Rana's case could be handled by a different judge.

Trump nominates Indian-American to top judicial post

Trump nominates Indian-American to top judicial post

Rediff.com21 Mar 2017

Amul Thapar, 47, had become in 2007 the first South Asian Article III judge when he was appointed as a US District Judge for the Eastern District of Kentucky.

Tollywood producer, wife arrested in US for running prostitution racket

Tollywood producer, wife arrested in US for running prostitution racket

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

The prostitution scheme was masterminded by Kishan Modugumudi and his wife Chandra, 31 where they charged clients up to $3,000 (Rs 2.04 lakh) for each sexual encounter.