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Madhya Pradesh Teacher Arrested for Molestation

Madhya Pradesh Teacher Arrested for Molestation

Rediff.com4 days ago

A government primary school teacher in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur district has been arrested after being accused of molesting three young girls.

History-Sheeter Detained Under MPDA Act in Latur

History-Sheeter Detained Under MPDA Act in Latur

Rediff.com5 days ago

A history-sheeter with 15 cases against him has been detained under the Maharashtra Prevention of Dangerous Activities (MPDA) Act for one year in Latur.

Cow Slaughter Accused Injured in Saharanpur Police Encounter

Cow Slaughter Accused Injured in Saharanpur Police Encounter

Rediff.com3 days ago

A criminal wanted in a cow slaughter case was injured in an encounter with police in the Nagal area of Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh. The accused, identified as Ragib, was arrested after a shootout with police. Two of his associates managed to escape.

Shabana rubs shoulders with Russell Crowe, celebrates Dangal

Shabana rubs shoulders with Russell Crowe, celebrates Dangal

Rediff.com6 Dec 2017

Congratulations, team Dangal!

How social media is ruining your child's sleep

How social media is ruining your child's sleep

Rediff.com25 Jan 2018

Over-use of social media is responsible for a shorter sleep duration.

Indo-Americans welcome launch of electronic postal order

Indo-Americans welcome launch of electronic postal order

Rediff.com25 Mar 2013

In the past, development groups in the US had a tough time seeking information under the RTI Act.

Indian-Americans welcome electronic postal order

Indian-Americans welcome electronic postal order

Rediff.com25 Mar 2013

A number of Indians living in the US said that RTI has now become accessible to the Indian citizens living abroad after the Postal Department last week launched Indian postal order in electronic format.

Narayan feted 'Michael Jordan of microelectronics'

Narayan feted 'Michael Jordan of microelectronics'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2010

Dr Jay Narayan has won the 2011 Acta Materialia Gold Medal and Prize, an international award given to one person annually for exceptional research contributions and leadership in materials science worldwide.

Orissa MNREGA funds: SC orders CBI probe

Orissa MNREGA funds: SC orders CBI probe

Rediff.com12 May 2011

A bench comprising Chief Justice S H Kapadia and justices K S Radhakrishnan and Swatanter Kumar directed the CBI to conduct the probe on the basis of the survey reports provided by the petitioner, CAG report and the National Institute of Rural Development.

Do sunscreens really work?

Do sunscreens really work?

Rediff.com29 Jul 2018

The way sunscreen is applied determines how effective it is.

Kelkar to head economic review panel

Kelkar to head economic review panel

Rediff.com10 Mar 2004

Vijay Kelkar, advisor to the finance minister, has been entrusted with the new task of preparing quarterly review of the economy as mandated under the Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act.

Punjab restricts Mumbai

Punjab restricts Mumbai

Rediff.com25 Dec 2003

Mumbai scored 152 for the loss of 6 wkts against Punjab on the first day of the Ranji Trophy Elite Group 'A' match in Mohali.

Ghatkopar blast accused booked under POTA

Ghatkopar blast accused booked under POTA

Rediff.com3 Jan 2003

Four persons, accused of planning and executing the bomb blast in a BEST bus on December 2, have been remanded to police custody till January 17.

Why diabetics need to sleep more

Why diabetics need to sleep more

Rediff.com9 Jun 2018

People with diabetes and pre-diabetes who have lower sleep efficiency have poorer cognitive function, a study has revealed.