'Scientific data has proven that masks can reduce COVID-91 transmission by 53 per cent...A booster dose of vaccine, even if it works, is just a temporary fix'
A look at the main Tour de France contenders ahead of Saturday's first stage, a 14-km individual time trial in Duesseldorf:
Satyajit Ray would have been a hundred years old on May 2. To mark the legendary film-maker's birth centenary, Rediff.com bring you a treasure trove of features from our archives.
Images from India's practice session at the Eden Gardens, ahead of the third and final T20 against South Africa.
For several years the Chinese authorities have been taking steps to internationalise the use of the yuan.
India left their scoring boots and luck behind while hosts United Arab Emirates found both after a subdued opener to record a 2-0 win in the AFC Asian Cup in Dubai on Thursday.
We celebrate Akshay's birthday by looking back at his top 20 blockbusters over the years.
'There is arson, loot, rape of women, traumatising children, destruction of property, homes, shops and offices by workers and elements of the ruling dispensation.' 'What is most painful is while all this was taking place there was stunning silence by the chief minister.' 'Not one tangible step was taken.'
IMAGES from the Bundesliga matches played across Germany on Tuesday.
If the initial analysis of this YJ-21 is correct, then China becomes the first country in the world to operationally field such a missile from a naval vessel.
India should remember that Pakistan-Saudi Arabia relations will remain special due, not least, to bonds of all Muslims with The Holy Land. They would also be strategic enough, irrespective of whether the ambassador is a military man or a career civilian appointee., notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.
Strategic direction post-COVID-19 and further details on asset monetisation are key expectations from the 43rd AGM of RIL, analysts said.
The latest from the Priyanka Chopra-Nick Jonas love story.
Many would have racked up debt this Diwali, using credit cards and consumer loans. Here are a few simple steps on how to fix your financial mess, says Bindisha Sarang.
It is difficult to recall an Indian minister in modern times pushing back at the US publicly, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.
Images from Thursday's action in the Europa League Europa League - Round of 16 Second Leg - matches.
After making stunning appearnaces at the red carpet, Sonam scores yet again with her sartorial sense!
Kohli, whose international career began in 2008, took to social media to share his emotions.
Images from UEFA Europa League semi-finals played on Thursday.
While a billion hearts would pray for all the participants to do well, all eyes would be set on the duo of Deepika Kumari/Atanu Das, the four shooters and Mirabai Chanu to open India's medals count.
Leicester City suffered a frustrating night on the south coast as they were held to a 1-1 draw in the Premier League
However, the farmer bodies said they will again block the rail tracks if the government failed to resolve their issues.
Images from Day 6 of the 2022 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Saturday.
The Ragini MMS 2 actress turns 33 today, May 13.
'There is a cost to war.' 'The West knows that and so does Putin.' 'The point is, how much of the cost are both sides willing to pay?'
The other dominant fear among the people is the irrational behaviour of people, once the lockdown is lifted.
'COVID-19 is just an excuse to pass anti-labour laws.'
Opelka, Kyrgios included in Team World for Laver Cup.
Arsenal had to come from behind after Sergio Aguero scored his 30th goal of the season for City in the 63rd minute, racing away on to a pass from Yaya Toure.
'The reality of this virus is that as long as it is circulating, it can mutate into new variants and by the time you realise that this is a new virus, which is more dangerous, and more transmissible, it is too late.'
IMAGES from Day 8 of the French Open at Roland Garros on Sunday.
Many exit polls predicted that SP-BSP alliance in Uttar Pradesh is likely to trump the BJP in the country's politically most crucial state.
Kolkata Knight Riders finally ended their losing run.
The agreement would divert China's attention and keep them busy in the Pacific theatre, probably resulting in a reduction in threat perception in our area of interest in the Indian Ocean, notes Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).
Freddy Daruwala, a prominent Indian male model who's a fixture at fashion weeks swears by lean, mean, fast machines! Here, he tells us about the five best bikes he's ever ridden.
"This will probably be the biggest World Cup, so there will be great expectations and I know we will do very well for the people of the West Indies," he added.
Simona Halep has been in red-hot form and the absence of top-ranked Australian Ash Barty, who won her maiden Grand Slam in Paris last year, and US Open champion Naomi Osaka, will boost her chances further.
Opening batsman Prithvi Shaw, who had suffered a left ankle injury while attempting a catch in the practice game against Cricket Australia XI has been ruled out of the ongoing four-Test series against Australia.
'The faster you accept it, the faster you start running and the sooner you will reach your destination -- your next role.'
