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Delhi riots: HC seeks response on making list of arrested public

Delhi riots: HC seeks response on making list of arrested public

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

A bench of Chief Justice D N Patel and Justice C Hari Shankar issued notice to the Delhi government and the police on Karat's plea which has sought that a list of the arrested persons be put up outside the police control room and police stations in the district, and should updated on a case-by-case basis.

75 years on, the horror of Hiroshima & Nagasaki bombings

75 years on, the horror of Hiroshima & Nagasaki bombings

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

On August 6 and August 9 of 1945, warfare changed forever when the United States dropped two atomic bombs on Japan, devastating the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and killing more than 100,000 people. The attack on the people of Hiroshima at 8:15 a.m. on August 6, 1945, and the second attack on the city of Nagasaki at 11:02 am on August 9 killed and wounded hundreds of thousands of unsuspecting men, women, and children in a horrible blast of fire and radiation, followed by deadly fallout. In years that followed, those who survived -- the hibakusha -- suffered from the trauma of the experience and from the long-term effects of their exposure to radiation from the weapons. Before the blast, they were thriving cities. In a flash, they became desolate wastelands. Seventy-five years later, take a glimpse at the destruction.

2 cases of Omicron found in Karnataka, says govt

2 cases of Omicron found in Karnataka, says govt

Rediff.com2 Dec 2021

Two cases of the new Omicron variant of coronavirus have been detected in Karnataka, the Union government said on Thursday while asking people not to panic but follow Covid-appropriate behaviour and get vaccinated without delay.

Euro fan violence: '150 Russian supporters were hooligans'

Euro fan violence: '150 Russian supporters were hooligans'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

Russians trained to fight were involved in the worst of the fan violence that erupted in Marseille during the opening of the Euro 2016 soccer tournament, the French city's chief prosecutor said on Monday.

India's IT firms have big plans for UK

India's IT firms have big plans for UK

Rediff.com4 May 2021

IT firms Infosys and Mphasis on Tuesday said they will create employment for about 2,000 people, while Wipro will invest pound 16 million (about Rs 163 crore) in the UK over the next few years. The announcements were made ahead of the virtual summit between UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi on Tuesday. Infosys said it plans to hire 1,000 workers in the UK over the next three years as part of efforts to support the country's economic recovery and growth.

PM launches employment scheme for migrant workers

PM launches employment scheme for migrant workers

Rediff.com20 Jun 2020

Launching the scheme, Modi said during the nationwide lockdown, the talent from cities returned to villages and it will now give a boost to development of rural areas. The 'Garib Kalyan Rozgar Abhiyaan' will be implemented on a mission mode in 125 days in 116 districts of six states -- Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jharkhand and Odisha -- that received the maximum numbers of migrant workers back.

China coronavirus toll up to 170; cases soar to 7,711

China coronavirus toll up to 170; cases soar to 7,711

Rediff.com30 Jan 2020

The coronavirus outbreak began in Wuhan, capital of China's Hubei province, in December and has now spread across the globe. The Chinese authorities are trying to contain the epidemic while other countries, including India, are working on plans to evacuate their citizens from Wuhan and other cities in Hubei province, the epicentre of the outbreak.

Why the Taliban Conquered Without A Fight

Why the Taliban Conquered Without A Fight

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

The Afghan tradition of gaining control of areas does not necessarily involve combat. Most engagements are settled through negotiations and pay-offs before battle is joined. This style of fighting is peculiar to Afghanistan, explains Ajai Shukla, who witnessed such a transaction between the Taliban and the Northern Alliance in November 2001.

Mumbai's Dharavi adds 1,400 COVID-19 cases in May

Mumbai's Dharavi adds 1,400 COVID-19 cases in May

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

Narrow lanes and bylanes, small houses, unhygienic living conditions, common toilets and several other factors are responsible for the easy spread of COVID-19 in Dharavi, apart from non-adherence to social distancing norms.

Bangladeshi man arrested for threatening cricketer

Bangladeshi man arrested for threatening cricketer

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

A joint team of the elite anti-crime Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) and police arrested 28-year-old Mohsin Talukdar from southeastern Sunamganj district after 24 hours of a massive manhunt.

As Work From Home Deepens...

As Work From Home Deepens...

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

... Are far-reaching social changes coming with it, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

Europa League: Kane milestone in Spurs win, Milan lose

Europa League: Kane milestone in Spurs win, Milan lose

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

Harry Kane netted his 200th goal for Tottenham Hotspur as they won 3-1 at Ludogorets and AC Milan's 24-match unbeaten run ended

Super Cup PIX: Atletico stun Barca to reach final

Super Cup PIX: Atletico stun Barca to reach final

Rediff.com10 Jan 2020

Atletico meet city rivals Real Madrid in the final at Jeddah.

Sports Shorts: Women's recurve team tops qualification

Sports Shorts: Women's recurve team tops qualification

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

Chess grandmasters resume COVID-delayed tournament in Russia

China vulnerable to another COVID-19 wave: Top health advisor

China vulnerable to another COVID-19 wave: Top health advisor

Rediff.com17 May 2020

China still faces an enormous challenge with a lack of immunity among a majority of Chinese, Dr Zhong Nanshan said.

Centre approves Rs 23,123 cr package to fight Covid

Centre approves Rs 23,123 cr package to fight Covid

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Mandaviya said this is the second phase of the Emergency Response and Health System Preparedness Package as the Central government had given Rs 15,000 crore earlier for setting up Covid-dedicated hospitals and health centres across the country.

Libya pro-government forces seize IS headquarters in Sirte

Libya pro-government forces seize IS headquarters in Sirte

Rediff.com11 Aug 2016

United States-backed Libyan forces said they captured the Islamic State group's headquarters in Sirte on Wednesday, the militants' final bastion in Libya.

Meet Ghani Baradar, Taliban's public face and Mullah Omar's brother-in-law

Meet Ghani Baradar, Taliban's public face and Mullah Omar's brother-in-law

Rediff.com16 Aug 2021

Abdul Ghani Baradar, the Taliban leader freed from a Pakistani jail on the request of the US less than three years ago, has emerged as an "undisputed victor" of the 20-year war in Afghanistan, according to a British media report.

PM to address the nation at 10 am today

PM to address the nation at 10 am today

Rediff.com22 Oct 2021

His address comes a day after the cumulative COVID-19 vaccine doses crossed the landmark figure of 100 crore in India.

Online Chess Olympiad: Players offered hotel rooms

Online Chess Olympiad: Players offered hotel rooms

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

ll India Chess Federation (AICF) has offered Vidit Gujrathi and Koneru Humpy to play the remaining matches from five-star hotels.

How coronavirus is affecting Indian shooters ahead of Olympics

How coronavirus is affecting Indian shooters ahead of Olympics

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

The Indian shooting federation has dropped Italy as a training venue for its shooters and also cancelled plans to set up a pre-Olympic base in South Korea following the coronavirus outbreak, its president said on Thursday. The coronavirus has infected more than 80,000 people and killed nearly 2,800, the majority in China, the source of the outbreak. The rapid spread of the virus in places like Italy, Iran and South Korea in recent days has also wreaked havoc on the sporting landscape.

Six months on, migrants caught between hope and despair

Six months on, migrants caught between hope and despair

Rediff.com5 Oct 2020

Six months after the lockdown was imposed, two dozen migrant workers were interviewed across five villages of Prayagraj. As the economy opens up, most of them are either hunting for a job or desperately waiting for a phone call from their previous employers. But the bruises of the lockdown are still fresh in their minds. Somesh Jha reports.

Delhi's traders want markets to shut down: online poll

Delhi's traders want markets to shut down: online poll

Rediff.com14 Jun 2020

The Confederation of All India Traders has approached Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan, Delhi Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal, and Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, and urged them to shut markets in Delhi.

How US companies are helping India fight coronavirus

How US companies are helping India fight coronavirus

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

A large number of American companies like Google, Uber and IBM are offering their resources to help India successfully fight the battle against the deadly coronavirus pandemic.

NEP's thrust on mother tongue: The fate of English

NEP's thrust on mother tongue: The fate of English

Rediff.com11 Aug 2020

'With English the most rapidly growing medium of instruction in India's schools and accounting now for more than one-sixth of the total (next only to Hindi, which accounts for a half), India is not about to turn its face away from a language that has global currency,' notes T N Ninan.<

Stopping a Third Wave

Stopping a Third Wave

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

Unless public health is prioritised over swift re-opening, the chances are that a third wave will hit India sooner than we would like.

Football: Newcastle stun Leicester to ensure safety

Football: Newcastle stun Leicester to ensure safety

Rediff.com8 May 2021

Leicester pushed forward after the interval but were caught out on the break in the 64th minute when Ritchie's pass released Wilson who coolly rounded Schmeichel before sliding home.

Euro: De Bruyne stars for Belgium; Yarmolenko inspires Ukraine

Euro: De Bruyne stars for Belgium; Yarmolenko inspires Ukraine

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

Kevin de Bruyne came off the bench to inspire Belgium in a 2-1 comeback win over Denmark

PM for urban reforms to check chaos

PM for urban reforms to check chaos

Rediff.com3 Dec 2009

The prime minister said the success of JNNURM was critical to tackling the problems that go with rapid urbanisation. Singh said the Centre has committed substantial funds for urban renewal along with the states and urban local bodies.

Ola likely to price its e-scooter in the range of Rs 85,000-1.1 lakh

Ola likely to price its e-scooter in the range of Rs 85,000-1.1 lakh

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

The entry of SoftBank-backed Ola into the electric scooter (e-scooter) segment is set to power up the overall market and perhaps fast-track the adoption of battery-operated vehicles. But for manufacturers of internal combustion engine (ICE)-powered two-wheelers, such as Bajaj Auto, Hero MotoCorp, and TVS Motor, it will be a double whammy. Not only will they have to contend with the aggressive pricing of Ola's scooter and incur a loss at each unit of the e-scooter sold, the volumes of their regular (ICE) models, too, could feel the squeeze, observed analysts. Ola is expected to price its e-scooter in the range of Rs 85,000-1.1 lakh.

Blame game at this juncture is suicidal

Blame game at this juncture is suicidal

Rediff.com12 May 2021

To build one's political and ideological arguments on the dead bodies piling up outside our crematoriums is despicable and breaches the basic tenet of human civility, argues Vivek Gumaste.

Chhetri disappoints on debut for Kansas

Chhetri disappoints on debut for Kansas

Rediff.com14 Apr 2010

Indian striker Sunil Chhetri made a disappointing debut for Kansas City Wizards as he failed to score and was also shown a yellow card for a reckless tackle in his side's 1-2 loss to Colorado Rapids in the US Open Cup qualifier in Kansas City. Two goals from Wells Thompson were enough for the Colorado Rapids to advance to the next play-in stage of the Cup and eliminate the Wizards from the competition on Tuesday night.

Maharashtra in beginning of second Covid wave: Centre

Maharashtra in beginning of second Covid wave: Centre

Rediff.com16 Mar 2021

Maharashtra is in the beginning of a second COVID-19 wave, a central team report has said, highlighting that there is very limited active effort to track, test, isolate cases and quarantine contacts, and there is no adherence to COVID appropriate behaviour among people in rural and urban areas in the state.

PIX: Milan fight back to beat Celtic, Spurs reach last 32

PIX: Milan fight back to beat Celtic, Spurs reach last 32

Rediff.com4 Dec 2020

Seven-time European champions AC Milan hit back from two goals down against Celtic to claim a 4-2 victory that sent them into the Europa League knockout phase on Thursday as they were among 14 teams to progress in Europe's second-tier competition.

PHOTOS: This is what Gurgaon calls Car Free Day

PHOTOS: This is what Gurgaon calls Car Free Day

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

It was bumper-to-bumper traffic at many spots in Gurgaon.

American flag lowered at US consulate in Chengdu

American flag lowered at US consulate in Chengdu

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

China during the weekend ordered the US to close its consulate in Chengdu within 72 hours in retaliation to the US demand for China to shut down its consulate in Houston.

Tokyo Games: Shooter Anish Bhanwala could get quota

Tokyo Games: Shooter Anish Bhanwala could get quota

Rediff.com29 May 2020

The new deadline for Tokyo 2020 Qualification in shooting is June 6, 2021, according to the ISSF.

What Kia hopes to achieve by adding India to name

What Kia hopes to achieve by adding India to name

Rediff.com28 Jun 2021

'It says, we are not just an overseas player -- we are Kia India and here for good'

Delhi Metro's Blue, Pink lines reopen after 171-day COVID hiatus

Delhi Metro's Blue, Pink lines reopen after 171-day COVID hiatus

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

Trains are to operate in batches of four-hour each from 7-11 am and 4-8 pm in the first stage.

Rebels vow to take over Baghdad; US considers 'all options'

Rebels vow to take over Baghdad; US considers 'all options'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2014

Sunni rebels from an Al Qaeda splinter group overran the Iraqi city of Tikrit on Wednesday and closed in on the biggest oil refinery in the country, making further gains in their rapid military advance against the Shi'ite-led government in Baghdad.