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J-K: 5 cops, teacher sacked for narco-terror links

J-K: 5 cops, teacher sacked for narco-terror links

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Saturday sacked six government employees, including five policemen, for their 'deep involvement in anti-national activities', officials said.

UK's richest 10% took half of wealth from India during colonialism

UK's richest 10% took half of wealth from India during colonialism

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

The United Kingdom extracted USD 64.82 trillion from India over a century of colonialism between 1765 and 1900 and USD 33.8 trillion of this went to the richest 10 per cent -- enough money to carpet London in notes of 50 British pound almost four times over.

US drug shortage a shot in the arm for Indian pharmaceutical companies

US drug shortage a shot in the arm for Indian pharmaceutical companies

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

Drug shortages in the US are at an all-time high, and price erosion has stabilised, which could benefit Indian pharmaceutical (pharma) companies with a US focus, according to analysts. Nuvama Research analysts said that US price erosion seems to have normalised to its old levels of 6-8 per cent and volumes are picking up with easing of inventory. Similarly, an ICICIdirect analyst noted: "Price erosion intensity has now moderated to a single digit and is expected to tone down a

Man kills mother for stopping him from moving to Canada

Man kills mother for stopping him from moving to Canada

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

The son revealed that he wanted to migrate to Canada but his family wanted him to marry first.

Indian-American Jay Bhattacharya to be Trump's health agency head

Indian-American Jay Bhattacharya to be Trump's health agency head

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

US President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Indian-American scientist Jay Bhattacharya to lead the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the country's top health research and funding institutions. Bhattacharya, a professor of Health Policy at Stanford University, is known for his research on the health and well-being of vulnerable populations. Trump also nominated Jim O'Neill as the deputy secretary of Health and Human Services to work alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Sinner adds former Djokovic staff to his team

Sinner adds former Djokovic staff to his team

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Sinner fired both team members last month, before winning the US Open title to make it two Grand Slam trophies in 2024 following his breakthrough Australian Open triumph.

US drug shortage, stable pricing set to boost pharma revenues

US drug shortage, stable pricing set to boost pharma revenues

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

An acute drug shortage in the US and stable pricing along with product launches are likely to boost revenues of India's pharmaceutical companies during the first quarter of this financial year, analysts said. Most brokerages estimate a top line growth of around 14-15 per cent, with earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (Ebitda) growth of 24-30 per cent for Q1 of FY24. Hospitals are, however, likely to report lower occupancy rates, and diagnostics companies may witness an impact from delayed monsoon.

Drug case accused Lalit Patil held in Bengaluru, claims he was made to run

Drug case accused Lalit Patil held in Bengaluru, claims he was made to run

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

He was on Wednesday produced before a magistrate in suburban Andheri which remanded him in police custody till October 23 in the same mephedrone seizure case.

2024's 10 Must Watch K-Dramas

2024's 10 Must Watch K-Dramas

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Sukanya Verma lists 10 shows that have her (Korean finger) heart.

Drugs worth over Rs 1,610 cr seized by Assam Rifles in Manipur since July 2022

Drugs worth over Rs 1,610 cr seized by Assam Rifles in Manipur since July 2022

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

However, official sources said the Assam Rifles -- a border guarding force -- primary mandate or task is not drug law enforcement.

2024's 10 Best Web Series

2024's 10 Best Web Series

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

The year was rich in content as far as Web series were concerned.

'HMPV Has Been Circulating For Decades'

'HMPV Has Been Circulating For Decades'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

'But it is only now being detected more via a test that costs about Rs 15,000 to Rs 20,000.' 'The HMPV virus typically causes mild respiratory symptoms in most people, but can be more severe in young children, the elderly, and those with compromised immunity.'

Turned to drugs to overcome depression: Cruise drugs case accused to NCB

Turned to drugs to overcome depression: Cruise drugs case accused to NCB

Rediff.com29 May 2022

Some of the persons accused in the drugs-on-cruise case have told the Narcotics Control Bureau that they started consuming drugs to overcome depression as well as academic and work pressure.

Lots Of OTT Goodies To Watch, Guys!

Lots Of OTT Goodies To Watch, Guys!

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Literary adaptations, whistleblower pursuits, kidnapped Santas and South India's biggest stars, Sukanya Verma lists them all on OTT this week.

Terrorist attack on construction workers will be avenged: LG Sinha

Terrorist attack on construction workers will be avenged: LG Sinha

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Sinha called for justice to the victims as he blamed Pakistan for "still trying to kill innocent people" in the region to disrupt peace.

When Zeenat Aman Was High!

When Zeenat Aman Was High!

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Here's another nugget from Zeenat Aman's treasure trove of life experiences.

Is There A Cure For Type 1 Diabetes?

Is There A Cure For Type 1 Diabetes?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

rediffGURU Chandrakant Lahariya tells you how to lower your blood sugar levels and manage your diabetes.

Chhattisgarh will be Maoist-free by Mar 2026: Amit Shah

Chhattisgarh will be Maoist-free by Mar 2026: Amit Shah

Rediff.com15 Dec 2024

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has declared that Chhattisgarh will be free from the menace of Naxalism by March 31, 2026. He stated that the Centre and the state government are committed to eradicating Naxalism, highlighting the significant achievements of the Chhattisgarh police in the last year. Shah also appealed to Naxalites to surrender and join the mainstream, emphasizing the government's rehabilitation policy. He further praised the Chhattisgarh police's efforts in curbing organized crime and narcotics.

Drug money dispute led to murder of 4 in Manipur

Drug money dispute led to murder of 4 in Manipur

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

The situation in minority-dominated Lilong Chingjao area in Manipur's Thoubal district, where four villagers were gunned down by unidentified assailants, remained calm but tense on Tuesday as additional security forces were deployed, an official said.

Actor Chrisann Pereira, jailed in drug case in UAE, released

Actor Chrisann Pereira, jailed in drug case in UAE, released

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Two men had allegedly cheated the 27-year-old actor, who is from Mumbai, by planting drugs on her and sending her to Sharjah under the pretext of an 'audition' while promising her a role in a Hollywood web series.

NEET aspirant held hostage, raped for over 6 months in UP

NEET aspirant held hostage, raped for over 6 months in UP

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

The police said the ordeal began for the student in December 2022, when she was putting up at a city hostel. Assistant Commissioner of Police (Kalyanpur) Abhishek Pandey said the case was registered on Friday after she approached the Kalyanpur police station.

Sinner and Swiatek's doping scandals tarnish triumphs

Sinner and Swiatek's doping scandals tarnish triumphs

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

The two cases shocked the tennis world with many fuming at how they were handled by the authorities.

Sonali Phogat was given methamphetamine drugs: Police

Sonali Phogat was given methamphetamine drugs: Police

Rediff.com27 Aug 2022

Police have so far arrested her personal assistant Sudhir Sagwan, another aide Sukhwinder Singh, owner of the Curlies Restaurant Edwin Nunes and alleged drug peddler Dattaprasad Gaonkar.

Telegram founder Durov barred from leaving France

Telegram founder Durov barred from leaving France

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, is under formal investigation related to illicit activities on the messaging app.

76 pharma firms raided, licences of 18 cancelled for manufacturing spurious drugs

76 pharma firms raided, licences of 18 cancelled for manufacturing spurious drugs

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

In a major crackdown against the manufacture of substandard drugs, central and state regulators conducted joint inspections at 76 pharma companies and cancelled the licences of 18 of them for producing spurious and adulterated drugs, official sources said on Tuesday.

I'll stop singing songs on alcohol if...: Diljit Dosanjh

I'll stop singing songs on alcohol if...: Diljit Dosanjh

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Diljit's songs, such as Patiala Pegg and Panchatara, were specifically mentioned in the complaint.

2500-kg drug seizure: Kerala court sends Pak national to jail for 14 days

2500-kg drug seizure: Kerala court sends Pak national to jail for 14 days

Rediff.com16 May 2023

The magistrate court has remanded the accused Pakistani national Subair, who was arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau to 14 days of judicial custody.

Cruise ship drug case: NCB arrests 1 more drug peddler

Cruise ship drug case: NCB arrests 1 more drug peddler

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

With this, the anti-drugs agency has so far arrested 17 people in the case, including Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan's son Aryan Khan, and some "high-profile organisers" belonging to a Delhi-based event management company.

Punjab CM Mann sacks senior cop over nexus with drug traffickers

Punjab CM Mann sacks senior cop over nexus with drug traffickers

Rediff.com18 Apr 2023

Mann also asked the vigilance bureau to investigate the wealth amassed by the police officer through alleged "drug money".

'Saddest' One Direction Reunion At Liam's Funeral

'Saddest' One Direction Reunion At Liam's Funeral

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

Just over a month after the death of Liam Payne, mourners gathered on Wednesday for a private funeral service.

Drugs-on-cruise case: Woman carried drugs in sanitary pad

Drugs-on-cruise case: Woman carried drugs in sanitary pad

Rediff.com10 Oct 2021

As many as 18 arrests have been made in the cruise ship raid case so far.

Gujarat saw drug seizures worth Rs 5300cr in 18 months, 102 arrests

Gujarat saw drug seizures worth Rs 5300cr in 18 months, 102 arrests

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

Drugs worth more than Rs 5,300 crore were seized and 102 people involved in illicit narcotics trade apprehended by the Gujarat police in the last one-and-a-half years, the state legislative assembly was informed on Tuesday.

'Because he never read it': Rahul's retort to Modi on Constitution

'Because he never read it': Rahul's retort to Modi on Constitution

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi thinks that the Constitution of India is 'blank' because he has never read it.

RG Kar: CBI wants narco analysis test of accused

RG Kar: CBI wants narco analysis test of accused

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

In most cases, the accused gives the true information, the CBI officer explained.

Khalistan terrorist and Nijjar aide Arsh Dalla arrested in Canada?

Khalistan terrorist and Nijjar aide Arsh Dalla arrested in Canada?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

The sources claimed that one of those arrested is believed to be Arsh Dalla, who is associated with the banned Khalistan Tiger Force and ran terror modules on behalf of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a designated terrorist who was killed in June last year.

India better placed than China in trade with US: Experts

India better placed than China in trade with US: Experts

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Donald Trump's Presidency of the United States will open new opportunities for India though certain sectors, especially pharma and IT, may face the heat if the incoming president decides to impose restrictions on imports and H1B visa regulations, experts said on Wednesday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's friendly relationship with Trump will have a positive bearing on Indo-US relations but India may have to adapt its strategies to maintain cooperation in areas of mutual interest.

What You Should Know About Arthritis

What You Should Know About Arthritis

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Treatment for arthritis is mainly focused on symptom management and slowing the progression of the disease, says Dr Vishal Shinde.

Fireman dead, state-run drug warehouse gutted in Kerala

Fireman dead, state-run drug warehouse gutted in Kerala

Rediff.com23 May 2023

According to police, the tragedy happened when a portion of the fire-hit building collapsed over him, crushing the hapless man while he was busy dousing the raging flames.

50% medical prescriptions in India deviated from guidelines: Study

50% medical prescriptions in India deviated from guidelines: Study

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

Nearly one in every two medical prescriptions issued in India deviated from standard guidelines, with approximately a tenth showing 'unacceptable deviations', a study, conducted by a team of researchers including those at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi, has found.

Trump names Indian-American close aide Kash Patel as FBI chief

Trump names Indian-American close aide Kash Patel as FBI chief

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Kash Patel, a close confidante, as the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). This appointment would make Patel the highest-ranking Indian American in Trump's incoming administration. Patel has previously served in various roles in the Trump administration, including Chief of Staff at the Department of Defense, Deputy Director of National Intelligence, and Senior Director for Counterterrorism at the National Security Council. Trump praised Patel's work in uncovering the "Russia, Russia, Russia Hoax" and his commitment to "bringing back Fidelity, Bravery, and Integrity to the FBI." Patel, who has extensive experience in law enforcement and national security, is known for his work on the Russia investigation and his criticism of the "deep state."