All stories by Lalit K Jha
Kamala distances herself from Biden's 'garbage' remark
Rediff.com22 hours agoDemocratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris has distanced herself from a controversial comment made by her boss President Joe Biden, in which he referred to supporters of her Republican rival Donald Trump as 'garbage'.
US to 'consult' Canada on allegations against Amit Shah
Rediff.com23 hours agoCanada's allegations against Union Home Minister Amit Shah are 'concerning', the United States said on Wednesday, noting that it would continue to consult Ottawa on the issue.
Biden celebrates Diwali at Whited House, Desis in attendance
Rediff.com3 days agoUnited States President Joe Biden on Monday hosted a Diwali celebration at the White House that was attended by more than 600 eminent Indian Americans, including Congressmen, officials, and corporate executives, from across the country.
Kamala vs Trump: Whom do Desis support?
Rediff.com3 days agoIn a warning sign for the Democrats, Indian-Americans' attachment to the party is declining in the United States while the share of Republican identifiers held steady.
US deports Indians staying illegally
Rediff.com5 days agoThe United States hired a chartered flight to deport Indian nationals who were staying in the country illegally, the Department of Homeland Security has said, noting that this has been done in cooperation with the Indian government.
India remains world's largest growing economy, says IMF
Rediff.com23 Oct 2024India remains the largest growing economy in the world, a senior official from the International Monetary Fund said, observing that the country's macroeconomic fundamentals are good. "India is said to remain the largest growing economy in the world. We project growth at seven per cent in FY24-25, supported by recovery in rural consumption, as there have been favourable harvests.
Won't be fully satisfied until...: US talks tough on Pannun case
Rediff.com23 Oct 2024US says it wants 'meaningful accountability' on results of India's probe into Pannun murder-for-hire plot
IMF says India's GDP to moderate to 7% in 2024 and 6.5% in 2025
Rediff.com22 Oct 2024India's GDP growth is likely to moderate from 8.2 per cent in 2023 to 7 per cent in 2024 and 6.5 per cent in 2025 because the pent-up demand accumulated during Covid has exhausted, as the economy reconnects with its potential, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Tuesday. About the global economy, the IMF said the battle against inflation has largely been won, even though price pressures persist in some countries.
Pannun case: US 'satisfied' with Indian response
Rediff.com17 Oct 2024The United States had a 'productive meeting' with visiting officials of the India Enquiry Committee, a State Department official said on Wednesday, adding they were satisfied with the cooperation from the Indian side.
Will fix US immigration system: Kamala Harris tells Fox News
Rediff.com17 Oct 2024The United States has a broken immigration system that needs to be repaired, Vice President Kamala Harris said on Wednesday in a rare interview with the Republican-leaning news channel during which she sparred with its popular host.
India wants to prove that Canada doesn't...: Trudeau's big charge
Rediff.com17 Oct 2024India believes that Canada doesn't take seriously violence or terrorism or incitement to hatred seriously, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Wednesday as he cited foundational responsibility for the Canadian government for not taking actions against those espousing violence and terrorism against a third country.
Canada's allegations serious, India not cooperating: US
Rediff.com16 Oct 2024"When it comes to the Canadian matter, we have made clear that the allegations are extremely serious and they need to be taken seriously. We wanted to see the government of India cooperate with Canada in its investigation. Obviously, they have not chosen that path," State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller told reporters at his daily news conference.
'One of us': A R Rahman dedicates song to 'Kamala ji'
Rediff.com14 Oct 2024Vice 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.
A R Rahman to perform in live concert for Kamala Harris
Rediff.com11 Oct 2024Music composer A R Rahman will be performing at a live music concert to celebrate Kamala Harris's historic candidacy for US president, an Indian-American fundraiser has announced.
'They do it with a smile': Trump criticises India's high tariffs
Rediff.com11 Oct 2024Trump described Modi as "the nicest human being", saying the Indian leader is "a friend of mine".
Elon Musk joins Trump to address thousands in US city where ex-prez shot at
Rediff.com6 Oct 2024Joined by high-profile figures like Tesla owner Elon Musk and his running mate, Senator JD Vance, Trump (78) made a passionate plea to "defeat" Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate in the November 5 presidential poll.
US govt body wants India named as 'country of concern'
Rediff.com3 Oct 2024A US federal government commission has flagged the alleged worsening of religious freedom in India and called for it to be designated as a "Country of Particular Concern".
Iranian attack appears to have been defeated: Biden
Rediff.com2 Oct 2024The Iranian missile attack on Israel appears to have been defeated and ineffective, United States President Joe Biden said, hours after Tehran fired nearly 200 missiles at Israel.
China has violated border pacts with India, says Jaishankar
Rediff.com2 Oct 2024China has violated border agreements, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Tuesday, noting that continued tension will cast a natural shadow over the rest of this relationship.
India communicating between Russia, Ukraine to end war: Jaishankar
Rediff.com1 Oct 2024With these propositions in mind, India started "some exploratory discussions" he said, adding that it started during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Italy during G-7, and then during his visit to Moscow.