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Soon, you could run your car on bio-diesel

Soon, you could run your car on bio-diesel

Rediff.com2 Aug 2017

This is the project to turn municipal and agri-waste into fuel sources like diesel, jet fuel, naptha and petroleum. It is called IH2.

Poonam Pandey: 'Yes, I faked my demise'

Poonam Pandey: 'Yes, I faked my demise'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

Amid reports of her demise and speculation that she might have pulled a stunt, Poonam Pandey announced on Saturday that she had 'faked' her death and was alive and well.

India has never pursued an offensive bio weapons programme

India has never pursued an offensive bio weapons programme

Rediff.com21 Dec 2012

In 2003, the United States Congressional Research Service asserted that there is a danger that India may develop a bio weapons programme. It claimed that 'India is believed to have an active biological defence research program as well as the necessary infrastructure to develop a variety of biological agents'. However, there is no evidence in the public domain of India ever having pursued an offensive bio weapons programme.

Now, buy bio-diesel at Rs 38.90/ltr

Now, buy bio-diesel at Rs 38.90/ltr

Rediff.com2 Jul 2008

Aditya Aromedic and Bio Energy Pvt Ltd has recently started commercial production of bio-diesel from Jatropha. The good news is that bio-diesel marketed by the company is cheaper than the fossil diesel sold by oil marketing companies in the country.

'Bio-secure' Adelaide Oval could be hub for India Test series

'Bio-secure' Adelaide Oval could be hub for India Test series

Rediff.com14 May 2020

Australia vice captain Travis Head backed on Thursday the idea of playing the entire Test series against India in a 'bio-secure' Adelaide Oval to ensure the lucrative fixture goes ahead later this year. Cricket Australia (CA) is banking heavily on the series, reportedly worth A$300 million ($195 million) in revenue, to help it cope with a financial crisis triggered by the coronavirus pandemic.

Aptech CEO Anil Pant passes away

Aptech CEO Anil Pant passes away

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

Aptech managing director and CEO Anil Pant died on Tuesday, the company informed in a regulatory filing. "The company regrets to inform about the sad demise of Dr. Anil Pant, Managing Director and CEO of the company on Tuesday, August 15, 2023. Dr. Pant's contribution and energy will be missed by the company. "All the directors and employees of the company convey their deepest condolences to his family," Aptech Limited said in the filing.

Kohli vs Robinson: How Ollie Robinson aims to tame India's run machine

Kohli vs Robinson: How Ollie Robinson aims to tame India's run machine

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Robinson dismissed Virat Kohli thrice in England and he is again looking forward to challenging the Indian great's 'ego'.

Parliament security breach: 'It was like a terrorist attack'

Parliament security breach: 'It was like a terrorist attack'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

'This nation depends on the Union government for its safety, security and their development, but look at the state of affairs

Is it breakpoint for Sania-Shoaib?

Is it breakpoint for Sania-Shoaib?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

'Sania and Shoaib both believe that since it's their personal life, they don't wish to make any official statement either separately or jointly. We would appreciate if their privacy is respected.'

Railways allow 100% FDI for setting up bio-toilets

Railways allow 100% FDI for setting up bio-toilets

Rediff.com12 Nov 2014

According to the guidelines approved by the government, 100 per cent FDI can be utilised in facilities like cleaning up trains and installation of bio-toilets in passenger coaches and setting up of mechanised laundry services.

Biocon wins BioSingapore Asia Pacific Tech Award

Biocon wins BioSingapore Asia Pacific Tech Award

Rediff.com18 Mar 2009

Every year, BioSingapore receives nominations from biotechnology industry associations, industry peers, academics and institutions across Asia-Pacific for the most outstanding companies or individuals in various categories. The nominees are judged by a panel of distinguished leaders in the field.

Vivek Ramaswamy quits US presidential race, endorses Trump

Vivek Ramaswamy quits US presidential race, endorses Trump

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Ramaswamy was a distant fourth with 7.7 per cent of the votes polled in the Iowa Caucus

'Girls Are Becoming Suicide Bombers'

'Girls Are Becoming Suicide Bombers'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

'When I am doing a film, that film is not propaganda for me. That's a true thing.'

Sir Gulam Noon takes over BioCare

Sir Gulam Noon takes over BioCare

Rediff.com9 Aug 2005

'Family man' Warner says life in bio-bubble is tough

'Family man' Warner says life in bio-bubble is tough

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

Australia opener David Warner admitted that playing cricket while living inside bio-bubbles in the times of COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on his family life, and said his primary target now is to represent his country in the next two T20 World Cups.

US intel says Covid not a bio-weapon, unsure about its origins

US intel says Covid not a bio-weapon, unsure about its origins

Rediff.com28 Aug 2021

The United States intelligence community has failed to reach any firm conclusion on the exact origin of COVID-19 and is split on whether it leaked from a lab in China or emerged in nature, even though it does not believe the virus was developed as a biological weapon, according to results of a detailed review ordered by President Joe Biden.

How I Found Love Online: 4 Tips

How I Found Love Online: 4 Tips

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

"If you feel something is right, go for it," says Anamika who also found her match on a dating app.

Bio-weapons found in Philippines

Bio-weapons found in Philippines

Rediff.com20 Oct 2003

The Army said possible residues of a tetanus virus-carrying chemical was found in a raid on a Jaamat hideout.

Bio-fuel arena to create millions of  jobs

Bio-fuel arena to create millions of jobs

Rediff.com11 Jul 2003

The implementation of projects on bamboo development and bio-fuels is estimated to create 2.2 crore (22 million) new jobs by 2012 besides conserving Rs 830 crore (Rs 8,300 million) in foreign exchange annually.

Hardik Patel drops Congress from Twitter bio, next step exit?

Hardik Patel drops Congress from Twitter bio, next step exit?

Rediff.com2 May 2022

Gujarat Congress working president Hardik Patel on Monday removed his designation and party poll symbol of 'hand' from his Twitter profile amid mounting speculation about his next political move after he launched a scathing attack on the state party leadership and praised the ruling BJP.

Rush for bio-fuel to fuel edible oil prices

Rush for bio-fuel to fuel edible oil prices

Rediff.com7 Jul 2007

Global warming threat has forced all developing nations to go for bio-fuel in a big way. The case of India is also not different.

Will legalise MSP for crops if ....: Kharge amid farmers' Parliament march

Will legalise MSP for crops if ....: Kharge amid farmers' Parliament march

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

Kharge also targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying the people should not believe Modi's "guarantees".

PIX: KXIP, KKR, Royals land in UAE; set ball rolling for bio-secure IPL

PIX: KXIP, KKR, Royals land in UAE; set ball rolling for bio-secure IPL

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

Royals and KXIP landed in Dubai via a charter flight, which will be the norm this IPL due to the ongoing health crisis. A little later in the evening, Kolkata Knight Riders arrived in Abu Dhabi, their base for the tournament.

Amul and Modi's BIG dream!

Amul and Modi's BIG dream!

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday appealed to farmers and other stakeholders associated with the cooperative sector to make GCMMF, which owns the 'Amul' brand, the world's number one dairy company from its current eighth position. He was addressing nearly one lakh people, mostly cattle rearers and farmers, gathered at the Narendra Modi stadium in Motera area of Ahmedabad for the golden jubilee celebration of the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF).

Finnair flies first bio-fuel-operated flight

Finnair flies first bio-fuel-operated flight

Rediff.com20 Jul 2011

In the next few weeks, Finnair will fly a series of four flights using biofuel in both engines of its aircraft, the carrier said in a statement.

PHOTOS: Raging inferno envelops bio-diesel unit at Vizag

PHOTOS: Raging inferno envelops bio-diesel unit at Vizag

Rediff.com27 Apr 2016

The fire broke out around 12 am at Biomax Fuels Limited, a bio-diesel manufacturing unit in the Visakhapatnam Special Economic Zone, Duvvada area.

What Made Yesudas' Voice So Divine

What Made Yesudas' Voice So Divine

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

As Yesudas turns 84 on January 10, Subhash K Jha salutes the legend.

Oil firms to buy bio-diesel @ Rs 25/ltr

Oil firms to buy bio-diesel @ Rs 25/ltr

Rediff.com13 Oct 2005

Public sector oil firms will purchase bio-diesel extracted from plants like Jatropha for mixing in diesel, at Rs 25 a litre beginning January 1.

Reduce use of diesel, go for bio-fuels: Gadkari

Reduce use of diesel, go for bio-fuels: Gadkari

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

Gadkari said the NDA govt is keen to develop inland waterways in the country.

Who doctored P J Thomas's bio-data?

Who doctored P J Thomas's bio-data?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2011

'Between 2000 and 2004 there were six recommendations to start proceedings against P J Thomas. After 2004 not only was there no such recommendation, but all mention of the Palmolein Case was wiped off Thomas's bio-data. There seems to have been a deliberate attempt to clear Thomas's record starting in 2004. The Manmohan Singh ministry took office in 2004. Draw your own inferences.'

Pakistan to tour England in July, play in bio-secure environment

Pakistan to tour England in July, play in bio-secure environment

Rediff.com16 May 2020

PCB CEO Wasim Khan insisted that the health and safety of players would be paramount and no player would be forced to go to England.

Restoring India's Botanic Heritage

Restoring India's Botanic Heritage

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

With over 3,000 species of plants, 26 interconnected lakes and the 250-year-old Great Banyan Tree -- the largest in the world -- the Indian Botanic Garden is a veritable treasure, discovers Payal Singh Mohanka.

BJP launches 'Modi Ka Parivar' campaign to counter Lalu's jibe

BJP launches 'Modi Ka Parivar' campaign to counter Lalu's jibe

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

Rashtriya Janata Dal president Lalu Prasad Yadav had thrown barbs at the prime minister over his having no family.

Rishabh Pant: 'Second D.O.B :- 05/01/23'

Rishabh Pant: 'Second D.O.B :- 05/01/23'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

As he travels on the long road to recovery from a horrific car crash in December, Rishabh Pant startled fans with his latest update on Instagram.

India joins Australia Group against spread of bio-chem weapons

India joins Australia Group against spread of bio-chem weapons

Rediff.com19 Jan 2018

The Australia Group seeks to ensure that exports do not contribute to the development of chemical or biological weapons.

HPCL to diversify into bio-diesel

HPCL to diversify into bio-diesel

Rediff.com22 Nov 2005

State-owned HPCL will set up a 100 MW wind park and launch pilot projects for bio-diesel production - moves that could deliver significant cost advantages to the company.

Action plan on use of bio-diesel soon

Action plan on use of bio-diesel soon

Rediff.com7 Mar 2003

Government would soon evolve an action plan to launch pilot projects in various parts of the country to promote bio-diesel as an alternative fuel.\n\n

China braces for return of Covid, vax for elders advised

China braces for return of Covid, vax for elders advised

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

China's top respiratory disease expert Zhong Nanshan warned of a small COVID-19 spike in the winter and reminded the elderly and vulnerable populations to get vaccinated as soon as possible, state-run Global Times reported.