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Quality Lapses Shut Down Drug Makers

Quality Lapses Shut Down Drug Makers

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

Most of the pharma units are failing in documentation, and validation processes, and many don't have full-fledged quality control laboratories.

630,000 Indians among immigrants hit by US court verdict

630,000 Indians among immigrants hit by US court verdict

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

A US federal judge in Houston has declared illegal a federal policy that prevents the deportation of hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants, including hundreds of Indians, brought to the US as children, but noted that the government can continue to process renewals of its current recipients.

Joshimath: Govt prepares for demolition; NCMC says evacuation must

Joshimath: Govt prepares for demolition; NCMC says evacuation must

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

The administration started preparing for the demolition of two precariously standing hotels in subsidence-hit Joshimath in Uttarakhand on Tuesday, but faced protests from their owners and locals on the issue of compensation, while more families were evacuated from the danger zone as the number of affected houses rose to over 700.

New chief secretary appointed in violence-hit Manipur

New chief secretary appointed in violence-hit Manipur

Rediff.com7 May 2023

Joshi, a 1992 batch Indian Administrative Service officer of the Manipur cadre, replaced Dr Rajesh Kumar.

Recruitment for terrorist groups will be treated as terror act: J-K DGP

Recruitment for terrorist groups will be treated as terror act: J-K DGP

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

He said law enforcement agencies are cracking down on those involved in recruitment for terrorist groups as well as narcotic dealers and smugglers.

'Census Can't Happen Before 2024'

'Census Can't Happen Before 2024'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

'The general elections in May 2024 may not have any impact on the Census.'

Booking rush in Ayodhya hotels for Ram temple opening

Booking rush in Ayodhya hotels for Ram temple opening

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

Taking note of the expected rush for the ceremony, divisional commissioner Gaurav Dayal on Wednesday convened a meeting of hotel owners of Ayodhya in preparation and instructed them to decorate their hotels to give a warm welcome to their guests during the consecration ceremony.

Don't call too many meetings, no using filthy language, Bihar govt tells babus

Don't call too many meetings, no using filthy language, Bihar govt tells babus

Rediff.com19 May 2023

The Bihar government has advised heads of departments, district magistrates and other senior officials not to call too many meetings as it was affecting the work culture in the state. A recent circular issued by the general administration department said that meetings should not be called on verbal orders and subordinates should be respected.

Joshimath declared landslide-subsidence zone, 60 families evacuated

Joshimath declared landslide-subsidence zone, 60 families evacuated

Rediff.com8 Jan 2023

The local administration has set up relief centres at four-five places in the Himalayan town, Garhwal commissioner Sushil Kumar said.

'No word if Census will happen in 2024'

'No word if Census will happen in 2024'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

'A delay of two years has happened, but stretching it to 2024 is a bit too far.' 'And we do not know about 2024 also.'

Reliance Cap lenders vote in favour of Hinduja Group firm

Reliance Cap lenders vote in favour of Hinduja Group firm

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Lenders of debt-ridden Reliance Capital have voted in favour of a resolution plan submitted by Hinduja Group firm IndusInd International Holdings Ltd (IIHL) which made the highest cash offer of Rs 9,661 crore in the second round of bidding. As much as 99 per cent votes were in favour of IIHL as lenders expected to recover cash upfront of Rs 9,661 crore from the Hinduja Group entity, sources said. Besides, sources said cash balance with Reliance Capital (RCAP) of over Rs 500 crore would also go to lenders. So, in all lenders are expected to receive about Rs 10,200 crore for distribution as against Rs 16,000 crore principal secured debt, resulting in 65 per cent recovery for the lenders, sources said.

India, not China, better suited to resolve Ukraine war: US Congressman

India, not China, better suited to resolve Ukraine war: US Congressman

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

'I certainly think India can play a leading role in helping us resolve the Russia-Ukraine crisis. India obviously has an old relationship with Russia'

'Hamara Hind sabse pyara hai'

'Hamara Hind sabse pyara hai'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

'We will teach them about our idol Mohammad Sahab and all the great men of other religions as well -- about Shri Ram, Krishna, Yeshu, Bhagwan Mahavir.' 'We want children from the madrasas to become doctors, engineers, scientists, soldiers and walk in the footsteps of Dr A P J Abdul Kalam.' 'That is why we have named the modern madrasas after Dr Kalam.'

Simultaneous polls will have short-term cost, long-term gain

Simultaneous polls will have short-term cost, long-term gain

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Holding simultaneous elections to Lok Sabha and state assemblies would need at least five constitutional amendments and a large number of additional EVMs and paper-trail machines costing "thousands of crores of rupees", but will yield a huge long-term saving to the public exchequer, officials said on Friday.

Doctor's murder: Under fire, Kerala brings steps for medical staffers' safety

Doctor's murder: Under fire, Kerala brings steps for medical staffers' safety

Rediff.com12 May 2023

The proposed committee, to be headed by the secretary of medical education, would study various issues raised by postgraduate students and house surgeons and submit a report within one month, health minister Veena George said.

Odisha city under security blanket for Hanuman Jayanti, internet suspended

Odisha city under security blanket for Hanuman Jayanti, internet suspended

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

The security personnel conducted a flag march on Thursday in Odisha's violence-hit Sambalpur city, where internet services were suspended and security tightened as the district administration geared up to organise a peaceful Hanuman Jayanti.

One-nation, One-poll: 'Theoretically very attractive, but practically...'

One-nation, One-poll: 'Theoretically very attractive, but practically...'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

'Voters vote differently in the state elections and Parliamentary elections even if they are held together'

Hung verdict in Pak, Sharif bids to form govt with Army backing

Hung verdict in Pak, Sharif bids to form govt with Army backing

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

The three main political parties in Pakistan on Sunday intensified their efforts for the formation of a coalition government after it became clear that the coup-prone country faced a hung Parliament after general elections marred by allegations of rigging.

Preet Bharara fired by Trump administration

Preet Bharara "fired" by Trump administration

Rediff.com12 Mar 2017

"I did not resign. Moments ago I was fired. Being the US Attorney in SDNY will forever be the greatest honour of my professional life," Bharara tweeted from his personal verified Twitter account, making a reference to his jurisdiction the Southern District of New York.

Amid unrest, Manipur gets new police chief

Amid unrest, Manipur gets new police chief

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Senior IPS officer Rajiv Singh, belonging to the neighbouring Tripura cadre, was on Thursday appointed as the new director general of police of Manipur.

Israel's Gaza Offensive And The US Dilemma

Israel's Gaza Offensive And The US Dilemma

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Israel needs to come terms with the new reality that they are no longer invincible or the dominant power in the West Asian region, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

'My house is still submerged; we are dying of hunger: J-K flood victim

'My house is still submerged; we are dying of hunger: J-K flood victim

Rediff.com25 Sep 2014

Outside the relief base camp set up by the state government at the Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneur Development Institute in Pampore, Afroza, 58, is waiting for a bag of rice since morning, but her wait, like her hunger, does not seem to come to an end.

US May Finally Have Ambassador In India

US May Finally Have Ambassador In India

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

On March 8, the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee voted to advance former Los Angeles mayor Eric Garcetti's nomination as US ambassador to India.

China providing technology, equipment to Russia: US intel

China providing technology, equipment to Russia: US intel

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

China is also providing supertankers and insurance coverage to move Russian Urals crude to PRC ports, as Moscow seeks vessels for exports after a G-7 oil price cap restricted the use of Western cargo services and insurance.

LG tried to influence SC order on mayor poll: Kejriwal

LG tried to influence SC order on mayor poll: Kejriwal

Rediff.com18 Feb 2023

Kejriwal added that he has written to the LG, conveying it to him that his actions did not behove the constitutional post he held.

'Israelis have no morals, no ethics'

'Israelis have no morals, no ethics'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

'How can you shoot somebody raising a white flag, even if he's a fighter, when he's surrendered?'

SC turns down bar assn's plea for plot of land, asks it to approach admin side

SC turns down bar assn's plea for plot of land, asks it to approach admin side

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

Observing that issues pertaining to the change of land use should be addressed on the administrative side, the Supreme Court on Thursday rejected the Supreme Court Bar Association's plea to allot an entire tract of land, which was allotted to the apex court, for conversion into a chamber block for lawyers.

Curfew, curbs lifted in violence-hit Khargone after 24 days

Curfew, curbs lifted in violence-hit Khargone after 24 days

Rediff.com4 May 2022

The administration in Madhya Pradesh's Khargone lifted the curfew with immediate effect on Wednesday evening, 24 days after it was imposed following violence during a Ram Navami procession on April 10, an official said.

'Afraid' Kuki MLAs likely to skip Manipur assembly session

'Afraid' Kuki MLAs likely to skip Manipur assembly session

Rediff.com6 Aug 2023

Most of the Kuki MLAs irrespective of their party affiliations are unlikely to attend the Manipur assembly session slated to be called from August 21 in view of the continued ethnic violence, according to leaders from the community.

Govt's offer in SC: Panel to address 'humane concerns', no same-sex marriage

Govt's offer in SC: Panel to address 'humane concerns', no same-sex marriage

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, told a five-judge Constitution bench headed by Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud, which is hearing a batch of pleas seeking legal validation of same-sex marriage, that the government is positive about the suggestion for exploring administrative steps in this regard.

5 of a family among 6 killed in violence over land in UP's Deoria

5 of a family among 6 killed in violence over land in UP's Deoria

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

Former district panchayat member Prem Yadav, 50, was attacked with sharp edged weapons and killed by his rival Satyaprakash Dubey and his family when he went to the latter's house. In retaliation, Yadav's supporters from Abhaipur attacked Dubey's house and killed Dubey and four of his family.

Govt notifies new Lokpal search committee rules

Govt notifies new Lokpal search committee rules

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

The government has notified new Lokpal search committee rules, giving it more freedom to recommend names for chairperson and members of the anti-corruption body outside the list provided by the Department of Personnel and Training.

Over 400 evacuated after fire at Chandigarh's PGIMER hospital; no deaths

Over 400 evacuated after fire at Chandigarh's PGIMER hospital; no deaths

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

An official of the fire and emergency services department said that 11 fire tenders including one each from Panchkula and Mohali were pressed into service to quickly control the blaze.

Shaji Prabhakaran appointed AIFF secretary general

Shaji Prabhakaran appointed AIFF secretary general

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

Besides vice president N A Harris, treasurer Ajay Kipa, all other newly elected executive committee members, and the six eminent footballers co-opted in the committee, except Bhutia, were present in the meeting.

MP govt orders probe into land allotted to National Herald in Bhopal

MP govt orders probe into land allotted to National Herald in Bhopal

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

'I have issued an order for the formation of an inquiry committee to probe into the land allotted to the National Herald in Press Complex Bhopal, where commercial buildings have come up by violating the rules,' Madhya Pradesh Urban Administration Minister Bhupendra Singh tweeted on Friday.

Amid India's concerns, US to provide F-16 package to Pak

Amid India's concerns, US to provide F-16 package to Pak

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who was on a visit to the US last month, said that America's relationship with Pakistan has "not served" either of the two countries and raised questions on the Biden administration's approval of a USD 450-million sustenance package for the F-16 fleet.

Obama appoints MasterCard CEO Ajay Banga to key administration post

Obama appoints MasterCard CEO Ajay Banga to key administration post

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

Ajay Banga is one of the nine members of the Commission on Enhancing National Cyber Security.

DU college student fighting for women's safety threatened with arrest

DU college student fighting for women's safety threatened with arrest

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

Shambhavi has been at the forefront of protests demanding the resignation of new principal Poonam Kumria, days after several female students were allegedly harassed by unidentified men during a fest at the college.

Ivanka Trump believed her father lost 2020 US poll

Ivanka Trump believed her father lost 2020 US poll

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

The former Attorney General was also seen noting that Trump's claims of a stolen election were "bullsh**."

After Nuh, Can Khattar Win Third Term?

After Nuh, Can Khattar Win Third Term?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

If the CM can steer the BJP into forming a government for a third term, he will have achieved a unique place in the party's history -- Mewat notwithstanding.