Yoshita Singh

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Trump's Davos-bound plane makes U-turn after 'tech snag' mid-air

Trump's Davos-bound plane makes U-turn after 'tech snag' mid-air

Rediff.com   9 hours ago

Trump later boarded another aircraft and continued on with his trip to the World Economic Forum in Davos.

US VP JD Vance, Usha Vance are expecting their 4th child

US VP JD Vance, Usha Vance are expecting their 4th child

Rediff.com   12 hours ago

Usha, 40, and Vance, 41, who met while attending Yale Law School, have three kids -- Ewan, 8, Vivek, 5, and Mirabel, 4.

Trump again: Stopped India-Pak war, denied Nobel Prize

Trump again: Stopped India-Pak war, denied Nobel Prize

Rediff.com   22 hours ago

US President Donald Trump has again credited himself for ending the conflict between India and Pakistan, asserting Norway controls the Nobel Peace Prize. He claims he deserves the honor for ending eight wars and saving millions of lives.

'Wonderful gesture': Machado presents her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump

'Wonderful gesture': Machado presents her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump

Rediff.com   5 days ago

Venezuelan opposition leader Mara Corina Machado presented a Nobel Peace Prize to former US President Donald Trump, who hailed it as a gesture of mutual respect. The meeting occurred after reported US military action in Venezuela.

Trouble for India? Trump announces 25% tariff on Iran's trade partners

Trouble for India? Trump announces 25% tariff on Iran's trade partners

Rediff.com   13 Jan 2026

Trump said that the decision would be "immediately" in effect and that the "order is final and conclusive."

Trump posts pic of himself as 'Acting President of Venezuela'

Trump posts pic of himself as 'Acting President of Venezuela'

Rediff.com   12 Jan 2026

Donald Trump posted a photo on Truth Social listing himself as 'Acting President of Venezuela,' along with his US presidential designations. This follows recent US actions against Venezuela and claims regarding control over Venezuelan oil revenue.

Pak PM thanked me for saving millions of lives: Trump

Pak PM thanked me for saving millions of lives: Trump

Rediff.com   10 Jan 2026

Claiming yet again that he solved the conflict between India and Pakistan, United States President Donald Trump has said that 'no one in history is more deserving than him' of the Nobel Peace Prize, as he criticised former President Barack Obama for getting the honour even though he 'didn't do anything'.

No trade deal as Modi didn't call Trump: US commerce secy

No trade deal as Modi didn't call Trump: US commerce secy

Rediff.com   9 Jan 2026

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick claims a trade deal with India failed because Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not call then-President Donald Trump, despite requests.

Revealed: How US ensured Jaishankar's security during shutdown

Revealed: How US ensured Jaishankar's security during shutdown

Rediff.com   9 Jan 2026

The US Department of State highlighted a mission-defining challenge during External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's visit in November amid the US government shutdown, detailing the security measures taken to ensure his protection.

Blow to climate action, US exits 66 global cooperation bodies

Blow to climate action, US exits 66 global cooperation bodies

Rediff.com   8 Jan 2026

President Donald Trump has withdrawn the United States from over 60 international organisations, including United Nations bodies and the India-France-led International Solar Alliance, calling the institutions 'redundant' and 'contrary' to America's interests.

Trump backs bill to 'punish' countries buying Russian oil

Trump backs bill to 'punish' countries buying Russian oil

Rediff.com   8 Jan 2026

United States President Donald Trump has backed a sanctions bill that could impose 500 per cent tariffs on countries buying Russian oil, giving the White House leverage against countries like China and India to stop them from purchasing cheap oil from Moscow.

'Modi knew I wasn't happy, and...': Trump

'Modi knew I wasn't happy, and...': Trump

Rediff.com   5 Jan 2026

United States President Donald Trump has said Prime Minister Narendra Modi 'knew he was not happy' with India's purchases of Russian oil and that Washington, DC can raise tariffs on New Delhi 'very quickly'.

US lawmakers write to Indian envoy over Umar Khalid's detention

US lawmakers write to Indian envoy over Umar Khalid's detention

Rediff.com   2 Jan 2026

A group of US lawmakers has written to the Indian Ambassador to the United States, urging a fair and timely trial for activist Umar Khalid, who has been detained under the UAPA.

Zohran Mamdani thanks family from 'Kampala to Dilli'

Zohran Mamdani thanks family from 'Kampala to Dilli'

Rediff.com   2 Jan 2026

Zohran Mamdani, of Indian origin, was sworn in as the 112th Mayor of New York City, promising an agenda of affordability and inclusivity. He is the first South Asian and Muslim to hold the position.

'I think of your words': Zohran Mamdani writes to Umar Khalid

'I think of your words': Zohran Mamdani writes to Umar Khalid

Rediff.com   2 Jan 2026

US lawmakers have written to the Indian Ambassador to the US, expressing concern over the prolonged detention of activist Umar Khalid and urging a fair trial in accordance with international law.

Mamdani takes oath as NYC Mayor at a subway station

Mamdani takes oath as NYC Mayor at a subway station

Rediff.com   1 Jan 2026

Zohran Mamdani, of Indian descent, was sworn in as the 112th Mayor of New York City, marking a historic moment as the first South Asian and Muslim to hold the position. The ceremony took place in an old subway station, symbolizing a new era for the city.

'Do I get credit for it?': Trump on India-Pak truce claim

'Do I get credit for it?': Trump on India-Pak truce claim

Rediff.com   30 Dec 2025

Since May 10, when Trump announced on social media that India and Pakistan had agreed to a "full and immediate" ceasefire after a "long night" of talks mediated by Washington, he has repeated his claim over 70 times that he ended the conflict between India and Pakistan.

In a first, UN chief issues New Year message in Hindi

In a first, UN chief issues New Year message in Hindi

Rediff.com   30 Dec 2025

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issued his New Year's message for 2026 in Hindi, among other languages, urging world leaders to prioritize development over destruction. He highlighted the staggering scale of human suffering and the disproportionate global military spending.

US is 'real United Nations,' says Trump after brokering ceasefires

US is 'real United Nations,' says Trump after brokering ceasefires

Rediff.com   28 Dec 2025

Former President Donald Trump claims the United States has become the 'real United Nations' due to its role in resolving global conflicts, criticizing the UN's lack of involvement. He cites brokering a ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia as an example.

India, US engaged on early trade deal as space tie-up deepens: Envoy Kwatra

India, US engaged on early trade deal as space tie-up deepens: Envoy Kwatra

Rediff.com   25 Dec 2025

Kwatra termed India's successful launch of an American communication satellite on Wednesday as a 'very important and big day' for partnership between Washington and New Delhi, saying it caps a series of achievements in 2025 in bilateral space cooperation between the countries.