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PIX: Amit Sadh's road trip to Ladakh

PIX: Amit Sadh's road trip to Ladakh

Rediff.com25 Oct 2017

Stars go for the loveliest holidays -- exotic locations with a lot of adventure thrown in. We bring you their travels in a special series.

Marathon-running mum gives birth after Chicago race

Marathon-running mum gives birth after Chicago race

Rediff.com11 Oct 2011

Amber Miller could be forgiven for taking a long rest after completing the Chicago Marathon on Sunday but rather than resting her aching limbs, the 27-year-old spent the evening giving birth to her second child.

'Fight like a girl': Thousands rally across US on 2nd Women's March

'Fight like a girl': Thousands rally across US on 2nd Women's March

Rediff.com21 Jan 2018

Take a look at the sea of women who came out...

Mosop wins Chicago Marathon in course record

Mosop wins Chicago Marathon in course record

Rediff.com9 Oct 2011

Kenyan Moses Mosop won the 34th Chicago Marathon on Sunday, surging away from the field with 10 kms to go and setting a course record of two hours five minutes 37 seconds.

Telangana student fatally shot during robbery in US

Telangana student fatally shot during robbery in US

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Sunday condoled the death of Koppu and assured all required assistance to his family.

When Deepti Bhatnagar fell in love with the Maldives

When Deepti Bhatnagar fell in love with the Maldives

Rediff.com17 Oct 2017

Her selfies are proof she had a fun time!

Shinde, Sharma, Abdullah to visit Chicago

Shinde, Sharma, Abdullah to visit Chicago

Rediff.com19 Sep 2011

Annual event being organised by FICCI focuses on the investment potential offered by India's infrastructure sector.

America protests against Trump's immigration policies

America protests against Trump's immigration policies

Rediff.com1 Jul 2018

Tens of thousands of people, including Indian-Americans, took to streets in several United States cities to protest against controversial immigration policies of US President Donald Trump which has resulted in separation of children of illegal immigrants.

Nobel Laureate Raghuram Rajan? We will know on Monday

Nobel Laureate Raghuram Rajan? We will know on Monday

Rediff.com8 Oct 2017

Though Nobel Prize nominations have been a secret for 50 years, speculation abounds over the contenders for this year's prize in economics.

Sports Shorts: Ricciardo joins Renault F1 team on a two-year deal

Sports Shorts: Ricciardo joins Renault F1 team on a two-year deal

Rediff.com3 Aug 2018

'It was probably one of the most difficult decisions to take in my career so far. But I thought that it was time for me to take on a fresh and new challenge'

Around the world with Alia, Katrina, Priyanka...

Around the world with Alia, Katrina, Priyanka...

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

Amazing holiday ideas from Bollywood!

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

United Airlines to create 1,300 jobs in Chicago

United Airlines to create 1,300 jobs in Chicago

Rediff.com14 Jun 2011

The new jobs will be positions that support United's global operations.

Chicago verdict won't derail Rana probe: NIA

Chicago verdict won't derail Rana probe: NIA

Rediff.com10 Jun 2011

NIA's investigations cover more aspects as compared to the US probe. The investigation in the US dealt with the broader role, which is alleged to have been played by Rana for the 26/11 attack. However, since it was a crime that was committed in India, the NIA has been dealing with the finer aspects of the case.

Will Rana be convicted? Chicago jury to decide

Will Rana be convicted? Chicago jury to decide

Rediff.com9 Jun 2011

The 12-member jury of a federal court in Chicago held close-door deliberations for six hours on Wednesday against Tahawwur Rana, who is charged with involvement in the Mumbai terror attacks and providing material support to Pakistan-based terror group Lashkar-e-Tayiba, and will continue the process. The jury posed two questions to the defence and prosecution. It asked whether Pasha (Abdur Rahman, a retired Pakistani Army major), was involved with the Lashkar-e-Tayiba.

Chicago jury begins deliberations on Rana's fate

Chicago jury begins deliberations on Rana's fate

Rediff.com8 Jun 2011

The 12-member jury of a federal court in Chicago on Wednesday began deliberations against Tahawwur Rana, charged with involvement in the Mumbai terror attacks, planning of a similar strike in Denmark and providing material support to Pakistan-based terror group Lashkar-e-Tayiba.

NBA: Miami Heat eliminate Chicago Bulls

NBA: Miami Heat eliminate Chicago Bulls

Rediff.com27 May 2011

Ice cold for three quarters of Thursday's Game Five, Dwyane Wade caught fire in the fourth and led Miami to an 83-80 win over Chicago that put the Heat in the NBA Finals.

Sports Shorts: Ethiopia's Desisa takes NYC Marathon

Sports Shorts: Ethiopia's Desisa takes NYC Marathon

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Sunday

Rana's status hearing takes place in Chicago

Rana's status hearing takes place in Chicago

Rediff.com12 May 2011

The status hearing of Pakistani born Canadian citizen Tahawwur Hussain Rana, co-accused with David Coleman Headley in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks took in Chicago on Wednesday, even as his lawyer claimed that Indian government officials hadn't approached him yet for access.

Chicago's Derrick Rose wins NBA MVP award

Chicago's Derrick Rose wins NBA MVP award

Rediff.com4 May 2011

Derrick Rose of the Chicago Bulls was voted the 2010-11 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player. Rose, who does not turn 23 until October 4, becomes the league's youngest MVP, a distinction previously held by Wes Unseld, who earned the honor in 1968-69 as a 23-year-old.

PIX: Bigg Boss's Shonali Nagrani's Maldives holiday

PIX: Bigg Boss's Shonali Nagrani's Maldives holiday

Rediff.com14 Aug 2017

The TV presenter had a great time there!

Chicago's options exchange to file for $300 mn IPO

Chicago's options exchange to file for $300 mn IPO

Rediff.com12 Mar 2010

The Chicago Board Options Exchange, the last major private exchange in the US, has filed for an initial public offering with the Securities and Exchange Commission, to raise up to $300 million.

#ComicCon: When superheroes landed in San Diego

#ComicCon: When superheroes landed in San Diego

Rediff.com25 Jul 2017

The best-costumed attendees at the annual Comic-Con gathering in San Diego.

Obama to return to Chicago for 2012 poll campaign?

Obama to return to Chicago for 2012 poll campaign?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2010

Bucking recent campaign history, United States President Barack Obama may return to his 2008 election headquarters in Chicago for his planned 2012 bid for the White House, according to a media report.

The brightest Indian-American stars in the US

The brightest Indian-American stars in the US

Rediff.com18 Sep 2018

Indian Americans are not just shining in the fields of technology, education and management. You can now spot them every where... in politics, in research, in the movies and even on YouTube, says Ignatius Chithelen.Indian Americans are not just shining in the fields of technology, education and management. You can now spot them every where... in politics, in research, in the movies and even on YouTube, says Ignatius Chithelen.

IOC suspends Brazil's Nuzman after arrest over vote-buying allegations

IOC suspends Brazil's Nuzman after arrest over vote-buying allegations

Rediff.com7 Oct 2017

Brazil's national Olympic committee (COB) and its head Carlos Nuzman were provisionally suspended by the International Olympic Committee on Friday, a day after the 75-year-old was arrested in Rio de Janeiro in connection with a corruption investigation.

How to save democracy from Facebook

How to save democracy from Facebook

Rediff.com7 Apr 2018

All the fixes require either the enactment of a data-protection law, or the amendment of our existing competition law. This can take many years. However, there is an opportunity for the government to act immediately if it wishes to, says Sunil Abraham.

Spotted: Abhishek, Aishwarya at Chicago airport

Spotted: Abhishek, Aishwarya at Chicago airport

Rediff.com5 Oct 2009

Reader Ashish Vijay Borikar has sent us this photograph of the stars.

Teacher's Day: Inspiring lessons from Einstein, Kalam, Obama

Teacher's Day: Inspiring lessons from Einstein, Kalam, Obama

Rediff.com5 Sep 2018

Let these thought-provoking quotes by famous teachers from across the world inspire you.

All you need to know about NBA champion Golden State Warriors

All you need to know about NBA champion Golden State Warriors

Rediff.com13 Jun 2017

Profile of the Golden State Warriors, who beat the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday to win their second NBA championship in three seasons.

Jordan Olympic shoes sell for record $190,373

Jordan Olympic shoes sell for record $190,373

Rediff.com12 Jun 2017

The Converse shoes were said to be used by the NBA legend in the gold medal game against Spain in the 1984 Olympics, according to ESPN.

4 Indians, 1 Pakistani plead guilty in call centre scam in US

4 Indians, 1 Pakistani plead guilty in call centre scam in US

Rediff.com6 Jun 2017

That brings the total of those charged since late 2016 in this fraud and money laundering scheme up to 56. Five India-based call centres have been charged too.

Is UGC the new caged parrot?

Is UGC the new caged parrot?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

'"Life-changing" clearly denotes an exceptionally high level of regard for Narendra D Modi.' 'One has to find out if the UGC used such an adulatory term for any other speaker, whether from politics or from academe,' says Amulya Ganguli.

These are the weirdest records this year

These are the weirdest records this year

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

The 63rd edition of the famous annual is filled with jaw-dropping photos and never-before-seen stories.

Trump asks Supreme Court to reinstate Muslim travel ban

Trump asks Supreme Court to reinstate Muslim travel ban

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

In its filings, the administration has asked the nine apex court judges to consider the legality of President Trump's executive order that was halted by the US 4th Circuit Court of Appeals.

'Make India safe for our children'

'Make India safe for our children'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2017

'Child rape and sexual abuse have become a moral epidemic that haunts our nation and we can no longer remain silent spectators.'

Those who clean India have first right to chant Vande Mataram: PM

Those who clean India have first right to chant Vande Mataram: PM

Rediff.com11 Sep 2017

'We chew paan and spit it out on Mother India and then chant Vande Mataram. Throw garbage and then chant Vande Mataram... , the PM said.

Champions Trophy: Famous Pakistan fan turns India supporter

Champions Trophy: Famous Pakistan fan turns India supporter

Rediff.com30 May 2017

With the gradual decline in Pakistan's performance, the Karachi-born Mohammad Bashir has shifted allegiance to the 'formidable' Indian team ahead of the marquee ICC Champions Trophy clash later this week.

Chicago B-school names Indian-American as dean

Chicago B-school names Indian-American as dean

Rediff.com29 Jul 2010

Kumar's five-year term as dean at Chicago Booth will begin on January 1, 2011. The Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore alumnus is currently Stanford Business School's senior associate dean for academic affairs.

26/11: Rana's trial begins in Chicago

26/11: Rana's trial begins in Chicago

Rediff.com17 May 2011

The trial of Pakistani-Canadian Tahawwur Hussain Rana who is accused with David Coleman Headley for the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks began in Chicago on Tuesday.