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As COVID-19 Grips India...

As COVID-19 Grips India...

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

Glimpses of India in the grip of the pandemic.

A purist who made Gen-Z fall in love with Red & Whites

A purist who made Gen-Z fall in love with Red & Whites

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Virat Kohli: The one who forced Gen-Z to fall in love with Red and Whites

India Continues Its COVID-19 Battle

India Continues Its COVID-19 Battle

Rediff.com7 Jan 2022

As the possibility of a COVID-19 third wave escalates by the day, Indians continue their relentless battle against the virus.

PIX: Liverpool fans FINALLY celebrate EPL title win

PIX: Liverpool fans FINALLY celebrate EPL title win

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

'I was desperate for them (the fan to be here) of course, for all the fans around the world, for the fans here, but for us as well.'

'Use of saliva, second new ball rule helped bowlers'

'Use of saliva, second new ball rule helped bowlers'

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

Delhi Capitals (DC) pacer Mohit Sharma feels the return of saliva to shine the ball and the option of a ball change in the second innings have provided much-needed relief for bowlers in this year's Indian Premier League (IPL).

First case of COVID-19 reported at Paris Olympics

First case of COVID-19 reported at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Australian water polo player has been isolated

Axar's simple IPL Strategy: 'Keep it simple'

Axar's simple IPL Strategy: 'Keep it simple'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2025

Delhi Capitals' new captain Axar Patel has emphasized a simple approach as the team sets its sights on winning the Indian Premier League (IPL) title.

India reports 2,430 new COVID-19 cases

India reports 2,430 new COVID-19 cases

Rediff.com15 Oct 2022

The death toll due to the disease has climbed to 5,28,874 with 17 fatalities, which includes 9 deaths reconciled by Kerala, the data updated at 8 am showed.

Did Pahalgam Attack Have A UN Angle?

Did Pahalgam Attack Have A UN Angle?

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Pakistan was waiting for an opportunity to bring the Jammu and Kashmir issue to the global agenda and resorted to the terrorism route to provoke India, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Unsold affordable units drop 19% in top 7 cities in Q1CY25, bucking slump

Unsold affordable units drop 19% in top 7 cities in Q1CY25, bucking slump

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

After the post-pandemic slump in demand, unsold inventory in the affordable housing segment in the top seven cities dropped by 19 per cent in the first quarter of the 2025 calendar year (Q1CY25), according to a report by real estate consultancy firm Anarock.

'Suddenly... 11 Yorkers at 145 kmph'

'Suddenly... 11 Yorkers at 145 kmph'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Mitchell Starc delivered a death-bowling masterclass, helping Delhi Capitals snatch a thrilling win from Rajasthan Royals in a Super Over.

Study Abroad: Are US, UK Losing Out To Germany, NZ?

Study Abroad: Are US, UK Losing Out To Germany, NZ?

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

With stricter policies dampening the US/UK dream, Germany, Ireland and New Zealand are emerges as new study abroad destinations for Indian students.

India reports 3,805 new COVID-19 cases

India reports 3,805 new COVID-19 cases

Rediff.com1 Oct 2022

India saw a single day rise of 3,805 new coronavirus infections, taking India's tally of COVID-19 cases to 4,45,91,112, while the active cases declined to 38,293, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Saturday.

Indian athlete who inspires Olympic champ Duplantis.... its not Kohli, Dhoni

Indian athlete who inspires Olympic champ Duplantis.... its not Kohli, Dhoni

Rediff.com20 Apr 2025

Mondo Duplantis, the reigning Olympic and world champion pole vaulter, has expressed his admiration for Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, calling him a "huge inspiration".

Spinners in the IPL need to be braver: Harbhajan

Spinners in the IPL need to be braver: Harbhajan

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Harbhajan, however, felt the current crop of spinners lack aggression.

Sonia Gandhi tests positive for COVID-19 again

Sonia Gandhi tests positive for COVID-19 again

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

Sonia Gandhi had tested positive for COVID-19 in early June as well.

'I Used To Be Paid Rs 5 Or 10 To Play For Different Buildings'

'I Used To Be Paid Rs 5 Or 10 To Play For Different Buildings'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

He would often cross the railway tracks next to the Wankhede stadium just to catch a glimpse of the top Mumbai players. Today, a stand at that very stadium bears his name.

'I'm in awe of Arshdeep; he is an exceptional bowler'

'I'm in awe of Arshdeep; he is an exceptional bowler'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Punjab Kings' Lockie Ferguson was all praise for his new-ball partner Arshdeep Singh, calling him a lively character and a fast-bowling workhorse.

Sensex sinks 2,227 pts, its steepest fall since 2024 LS debacle

Sensex sinks 2,227 pts, its steepest fall since 2024 LS debacle

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

All Sensex shares, except for Hindustan Unilever, ended with losses. Tata Steel fell the most by 7.33 per cent followed by Larsen & Toubro which cracked 5.78 per cent. Tata Motors, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Mahindra & Mahindra, Infosys, Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, HCL Technologies and HDFC Bank were the other big laggards. Hindustan Unilever ended marginally higher.

US reaffirms support for India's pursuit of justice in 26/11 attacks

US reaffirms support for India's pursuit of justice in 26/11 attacks

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

The United States has extradited Pakistani-Canadian Tahawwur Hussain Rana to India to face charges for his alleged involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks. Rana, 64, was convicted in the US in 2011 for providing material support to Lashkar-e-Taiba, the Pakistani militant group responsible for the Mumbai attacks. The US Department of State said it has long supported India's efforts to bring those responsible for the attacks to justice and that the extradition is a critical step towards seeking justice for the victims. Rana's extradition comes after the US Supreme Court denied his last-ditch attempt to evade extradition. He will now face justice in India for his role in the attacks which killed 166 people, including six Americans.

Evera Cabs bets on BluSmart EVs to drive Rs 100 crore revenue in FY26

Evera Cabs bets on BluSmart EVs to drive Rs 100 crore revenue in FY26

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Delhi-based electric vehicle (EV) ride-hailing firm Evera Cabs, which grabbed headlines after acquiring 500 cars from the now-defunct cab service BluSmart, is stepping up its presence in the EV cab segment. The company is aiming for revenue of Rs 100 crore in the ongoing financial year (2025-26), up from Rs 18 crore in 2024-25.

Will 300 be breached in IPL 2025?

Will 300 be breached in IPL 2025?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

The batters who will be salivating at the prospect of breaching the 300-mark when IPL 2025 gets under way on Saturday.

Active COVID-19 cases up by 23 with 171 new infections

Active COVID-19 cases up by 23 with 171 new infections

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

India saw a single-day rise of 171 fresh COVID-19 cases, while the active cases have increased to 2,342, according to the Union health ministry data updated on Wednesday.

9,062 fresh COVID-19 cases reported in India

9,062 fresh COVID-19 cases reported in India

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

The daily positivity rate was recorded at 2.49 per cent and the weekly positivity rate at 4.38 per cent, the ministry said.

Why Mumbai's Luxe Homes Are Losing Their Shine

Why Mumbai's Luxe Homes Are Losing Their Shine

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Mumbai -- home to industry titans and Bollywood stars -- is witnessing a slow offtake of houses priced between Rs 10 crore and Rs 50 crore. Industry insiders and real estate watchers explain why.

India records 1,190 fresh COVID-19 cases

India records 1,190 fresh COVID-19 cases

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

The active cases account for 0.04 per cent of the total caseload, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate has gone up to 98.78 per cent, according to the ministry's website.

Tahawwur Rana to be extradited today? Multi-agency team in US

Tahawwur Rana to be extradited today? Multi-agency team in US

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

The hugely significant development comes just days after Rana's last-resort attempt to evade extradition to India failed after the US Supreme Court justices denied his application, moving him closer to being handed over to Indian authorities to face justice in the dastardly attacks.

Umesh gets COVID-19 vaccine

Umesh gets COVID-19 vaccine

Rediff.com9 May 2021

>The Indian cricketers, who have been picked for next month's World Test Championship final against New Zealand and the five-Test series in England, are looking to get their first dose of the vaccine ahead of their trip to the UK.

Gold at fresh record high of Rs 91,950/10 gm

Gold at fresh record high of Rs 91,950/10 gm

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Gold prices advanced Rs 700 to reach a new lifetime high of Rs 91,950 per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday on the back of continued buying by jewellers ahead of wedding season, according to the All India Sarafa Association. Besides, increased tensions in the Middle East and concerns about the US economic slowdown have kept the demand for safe-haven assets intact.

5 UP men get life term, additional 40 yrs in jail for raping minor in Kerala

5 UP men get life term, additional 40 yrs in jail for raping minor in Kerala

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

A court in Kerala has sentenced five men from Uttar Pradesh to life imprisonment and an additional 40 years in prison for the sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl from Kerala five years ago. The accused, who were migrant workers residing near the victim's home, were involved in the crime that occurred in 2020. They enticed the girl with the promise of a SIM card and then subjected her to sexual assault at various locations. The court also directed the convicts to pay compensation to the victim.

Car sales on slow lane in FY25 amid weak urban demand

Car sales on slow lane in FY25 amid weak urban demand

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Sluggish urban demand, a high base effect, and weak sales of hatchbacks and sedans weigh down passenger vehicle sales in FY25.

I-T minister fact-checks Zuckerberg on Lok Sabha poll results

I-T minister fact-checks Zuckerberg on Lok Sabha poll results

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw countered Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg on Monday on his claim that after the COVID-19 pandemic, most incumbent governments, including the one in India, lost elections in 2024, asserting that his statement was 'factually incorrect'.

Salaries, allowances, pensions of MPs hiked; monthly income rises to...

Salaries, allowances, pensions of MPs hiked; monthly income rises to...

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

The Indian government has increased the salaries of Members of Parliament (MPs) by 24 percent, effective April 1, 2023. This increase was based on the Cost Inflation Index and brings their monthly salary to Rs 1.24 lakh. The notification also included increases in daily allowances for sitting members, pension, and additional pension for former MPs. While some MPs welcomed the increase, others expressed dissatisfaction and instead advocated for a rise in the MP Local Area Development Fund (MPLADS). The increase has been implemented based on the Salary, Allowances and Pension of Members of Parliament Act and the Cost Inflation Index specified in the Income Tax Act of 1961.

Yet to firm up modalities on Kailash Mansarovar Yatra: MEA

Yet to firm up modalities on Kailash Mansarovar Yatra: MEA

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has announced that India and China have reached an understanding to resume the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra in 2025. While an understanding has been reached, the modalities of the pilgrimage are yet to be firmed up. The Yatra has been suspended since 2020 due to the COVID-19 outbreak and non-renewal of Yatra arrangements by the Chinese side.

How PM Mudra Loans Are Reshaping India's Economy

How PM Mudra Loans Are Reshaping India's Economy

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

By democratising access to finance, empowering women and marginalised groups, and adapting to India's diverse regional landscapes, PMMY has helped fortify the country's grassroots growth engines, says Chief Economic Advisor to the Government of India, V Anantha Nageswaran.

COVID-19 hits men's hockey team

COVID-19 hits men's hockey team

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

Besides Gurjant, the other player to have tested positive is midfielder Ashis Kumar Topno.

Explainer: What is HMPV and how does it spread?

Explainer: What is HMPV and how does it spread?

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory virus that causes illnesses ranging from mild respiratory discomfort to severe complications. It spreads through respiratory droplets, similar to other respiratory viruses such as RSV and influenza. This article provides an overview of HMPV including its symptoms, transmission, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and how it differs from COVID-19.

India reports 8,822 fresh COVID-19 cases

India reports 8,822 fresh COVID-19 cases

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

The death toll due to the disease has climbed to 5,24,792 with 15 fatalities being reported in a span of 24 hours.

India reports 6,093 new COVID-19 cases, 31 deaths

India reports 6,093 new COVID-19 cases, 31 deaths

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

India logged 6,093 new coronavirus infections taking the total tally of COVID-19 cases to 4,44,84,729, while the active cases declined to 49,636, according to the Union health ministry data.

India reports 547 new COVID-19 cases; active caseload now 9,468

India reports 547 new COVID-19 cases; active caseload now 9,468

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

India reported a single-day rise of 547 new COVID-19 cases, the lowest since April 8, 2020, taking the tally of the infection in the country to 4,46,66,924, according to Union health ministry data updated on Monday.