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Monsoon covers India 2 days sooner than expected

Monsoon covers India 2 days sooner than expected

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

All sub-regions have been receiving good rainfall except the North-east and east region of the country, where the deficiency has reached 23 per cent.

How Brahmos Missile Has Become Cheaper

How Brahmos Missile Has Become Cheaper

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

Before Data Patterns developed an indigenous check-out equipment, Brahmos Aerospace was paying a Russian supplier three times what it will now pay the Indian company.

Pakistan hands over 18 Indian fishermen at Wagah Border

Pakistan hands over 18 Indian fishermen at Wagah Border

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

The fishermen were allowed to cross over the border after verification of their documents.

Don't panic! Bad June doesn't mean bad monsoon

Don't panic! Bad June doesn't mean bad monsoon

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

The southwest monsoon has started on a weak note and this has delayed the sowing of kharif crops. Though a cause for concern, the situation hasn't reached a stage where it warrants any panic response. Moreover, according to meteorologists and industry players, monsoon rains will witness a revival in the coming few weeks.

Heavy rains likely as 'Maha' hits Guj coast on Nov 7

Heavy rains likely as 'Maha' hits Guj coast on Nov 7

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

The cyclone would bring light to moderate rains at most places and 'heavy to very heavy downpour' at some places on November 6.

On board a hoverboat, Modi lays foundation for Shivaji memorial

On board a hoverboat, Modi lays foundation for Shivaji memorial

Rediff.com24 Dec 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday laid the Foundation for a Rs 3,600-crore grand memorial for Shivaji Maharaj off the Mumbai coast, an event that comes a few months ahead of the civic polls and amid tussle among parties to claim the legacy of the 17th century warrior king.

Pakistan tests nuclear-capable ballistic missile

Pakistan tests nuclear-capable ballistic missile

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

Pakistan on Monday successfully test-fired a nuclear capable ballistic missile with a range of 900 kilometers, days after testing a similar missile capable of hitting targets as far as 1,500 kilometers, bringing many Indian cities under its range.

NDRF deploys teams in Gujarat for cyclone Nilofar

NDRF deploys teams in Gujarat for cyclone Nilofar

Rediff.com28 Oct 2014

The National Disaster Response Force has deployed its teams in vulnerable areas of Gujarat to deal with cyclonic storm Nilofar that will hit the state's coast on Friday.

Monsoon hits Kerala, 1 dead due to heavy rains

Monsoon hits Kerala, 1 dead due to heavy rains

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

It has also advanced into most parts of Tamil Nadu, some parts of south interior Karnataka and remaining parts of south Bay of Bengal, according to IMD.

'Protecting Mother Earth should become a habit'

'Protecting Mother Earth should become a habit'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2021

'When we talk of disaster, it is a combination of hazard and vulnerability.' 'If we reduce vulnerability, it will remain a hazard.'

Alone Review: Mohanlal's WORST Performance!

Alone Review: Mohanlal's WORST Performance!

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

If you thought you loved Mohanlal and that you could watch him do anything for 120 minutes, Alone is your chance to put your love to the test, observes Mayur Sanap.

Baga for Fun, Gokarna for Sun

Baga for Fun, Gokarna for Sun

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

Baga and Gokarna make the list of the world's top 100 beaches.

Will Navy Choose Super Hornet or Rafale Marine?

Will Navy Choose Super Hornet or Rafale Marine?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

With inadequacies in the Russian MiG-29Ks that India bought to operate off the INS Vikramaditya and INS Vikrant, the acquisition of a capable, long-range multi-role carrier-based fighters will be critical for India's naval power.

Devotees bid farewell to Ganpati Bappa

Devotees bid farewell to Ganpati Bappa

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

Devotees bid a grand farewell to their beloved Lord Ganesh as the immersion of idols began across Maharashtra on Thursday, marking the end of the 10-day-long mega festival.

No record of farmers' death during protests: Govt to Parliament

No record of farmers' death during protests: Govt to Parliament

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

Congress leader Manish Tewari demanded that the government should provide Rs 5 crore compensation to the families of the farmers who died during the farm laws agitation

Monsoon ends in India with 'below average' rainfall

Monsoon ends in India with 'below average' rainfall

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

The southwest monsoon season concluded on Saturday with India receiving 'below-average' cumulative rainfall -- 820 mm compared to the long-period average of 868.6 mm -- in an El Nino year.

Monsoon pics: What a splash!

Monsoon pics: What a splash!

Rediff.com16 Jul 2016

A look at some interesting photographs we received from you.

Pakistan apprehends another 48 fishermen; 88 held in 2 days

Pakistan apprehends another 48 fishermen; 88 held in 2 days

Rediff.com20 Feb 2016

With this, the total number of Indian fishermen apprehended by PMSA in the last 48 hours has gone up to 88.

PM lays foundation stone for Navi Mumbai airport

PM lays foundation stone for Navi Mumbai airport

Rediff.com18 Feb 2018

Modi stressed the need to enhance aviation infrastructure capacity to meet the rising demand for air travel.

How And Where Mumbai Lost The Plot

How And Where Mumbai Lost The Plot

Rediff.com23 Apr 2023

And one Saturday evening, under the Mumbai night sky, next to the Arabian Sea, with the 'God of Cricket' in attendance, Mumbai Indians were done in by the brilliance and resilience of Punjab Kings.

India marks low-key Yoga Day due to COVID-19

India marks low-key Yoga Day due to COVID-19

Rediff.com21 Jun 2020

The sixth International Yoga Day is being observed across the world. "Yoga unites, spreads brotherhood," Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who played an instrumental role in popularising yoga in the world after coming to power in 2014, said in his message on Sunday. Since 2015, International Yoga Day, is a United Nations designated day. Yoga at Home and Yoga with Family, is the focus this year as experts advised people to stay home due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Southwest monsoon to withdraw completely by October 26: IMD

Southwest monsoon to withdraw completely by October 26: IMD

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

After its late withdrawal from northwest India, the southwest monsoon remains active over some parts of the country.

86 Indian fishermen released by Pakistan

86 Indian fishermen released by Pakistan

Rediff.com20 Mar 2016

Pakistan on Sunday released 86 more Indian fishermen arrested for allegedly trespassing into its territorial waters, the second such batch freed this month in a goodwill gesture.

France's Rafale-M, US's Super Hornet vie for deployment on INS Vikrant

France's Rafale-M, US's Super Hornet vie for deployment on INS Vikrant

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

The marine version of the French-made Rafale fighter jet has been successfully flight-tested at a shore-based facility in Goa where conditions similar to that on the indigenously-developed aircraft carrier INS Vikrant were simulated, a top diplomat said.

21 dead after Kerala rain triggers floods, landslides

21 dead after Kerala rain triggers floods, landslides

Rediff.com17 Oct 2021

The Army, the National Disaster Response Force, police and the fire force along with the locals began rescue operations on Sunday morning at Koottickal and Kokkayar panchayats where over a dozen people are listed to be missing due to numerous landslides accompanied by heavy downpour since Saturday.

China launches advanced warship for Pakistan Navy

China launches advanced warship for Pakistan Navy

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

The launching ceremony for the first warship was held at the Hudong Zhonghua Shipyard in Shanghai on Sunday. Pakistan-China defence ties turn a new chapter with the launch of the first ship of Type-054 class frigate, Pakistan's state-run APP news agency reported.

Pak test-fires nuclear capable ballistic missile Shaheen-1A

Pak test-fires nuclear capable ballistic missile Shaheen-1A

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

It is capable of delivering different types of warheads to a range of 900 kilometers

20 dead in Maharashtra during Ganesh visarjan

20 dead in Maharashtra during Ganesh visarjan

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

14 of 20 died due to drowning in different incidents that occurred during the immersion of Ganesh idols in parts of Maharashtra.

Will support India with military equipment against China: US Admiral

Will support India with military equipment against China: US Admiral

Rediff.com12 Mar 2022

The United States will continue to support India with equipment and other things it needs along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China, a top American admiral has told lawmakers, asserting that Washington and New Delhi share a 'tremendous partnership'.

Monsoon on course, to hit Kerala within 24 hours

Monsoon on course, to hit Kerala within 24 hours

Rediff.com4 Jun 2014

"Conditions are favourable for the onset of southwest monsoon over Kerala and its further advance into some more parts of south Arabian sea, remaining parts of Maldives - Comorin area, some parts of Tamil Nadu and some more parts of Bay of Bengal during the next 24 hours," said a statement by the Indian Meteorological Department.

IMD issues red alert in 5 Kerala districts over extremely heavy rains

IMD issues red alert in 5 Kerala districts over extremely heavy rains

Rediff.com16 Oct 2021

LIVE! Incessant rains: Red Alert in 5 Kerala districts

On your marks, get set..for IPL 2022

On your marks, get set..for IPL 2022

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

Champions CSK will kick off the 15th edition of the IPL against former winners KKR

India's Submarine Dilemma

India's Submarine Dilemma

Rediff.com7 Oct 2021

Hydrography (underwater geography) prevents the Indian Navy for opting for an all-conventional, or all-nuclear submarine fleet.

Monsoon covers Delhi, Mumbai together, breaks 62-year-old record

Monsoon covers Delhi, Mumbai together, breaks 62-year-old record

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

While it hit the national capital two days before schedule, its entry into the financial capital is two weeks late, the Met office said.

India must be wary about China's plans for a Pakistan port

India must be wary about China's plans for a Pakistan port

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

'Gwadar has the potential to facilitate PLAN's operations in the Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean.' 'Reports of China setting up electronic eavesdropping posts at Gwadar to monitor US and Indian naval activity and shipping traffic through the Straits of Hormuz and the Arabian Sea lend credence to this,' says former RA&W officer Jayadeva Ranade.

Yacht with 3 AK-47 rifles found off Maha coast; no terror angle, says dy CM

Yacht with 3 AK-47 rifles found off Maha coast; no terror angle, says dy CM

Rediff.com18 Aug 2022

A boat with three AK-47 rifles and bullets was found off the Raigad coast in Maharashtra on Thursday, officials said adding that there was no security threat.

China holds meet with 19 countries in Indian Ocean region without India

China holds meet with 19 countries in Indian Ocean region without India

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

Last year, China held a meeting with some South Asian countries on COVID-19 vaccine cooperation without the participation of India.

Pakistan arrests 58 Indian fishermen

Pakistan arrests 58 Indian fishermen

Rediff.com20 Sep 2013

Pakistan's maritime security agency on Thursday arrested 58 Indian fishermen after they allegedly strayed into the country's territorial waters.

'IPL in UAE is much-needed chaos we need in our lives'

'IPL in UAE is much-needed chaos we need in our lives'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

Ravi Shastri said that UAE in 2014 had shown that it is well capable of handling a tournament of this magnitude.

Blinken calls for speedy trial of perpetrators 26/11 attacks

Blinken calls for speedy trial of perpetrators 26/11 attacks

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

'Thirteen years have passed since the 26/11 terrorist attack in Mumbai. On today's anniversary, we remember the victims, including six Americans, and the resiliency of Mumbaikars. It is long overdue for the perpetrators to face justice,' Blinken said in a tweet on Friday.