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Chandrayaan scientists to unravel key data

Chandrayaan scientists to unravel key data

Rediff.com27 Jan 2009

ISRO Chairman G Madhavan Nair told PTI that the agency has invited the scientists and expects representation from scientists behind Indian payloads (scientific instruments) as well those from guest instruments, including from NASA and the European Space Agency. An ISRO official said, "It will be a closed-door meeting. The scientists will analyse data from preliminary findings".

PIX: Shilpa, Salman, Rishi Kapoor at a concert

PIX: Shilpa, Salman, Rishi Kapoor at a concert

Rediff.com23 Sep 2015

Check out the star arrivals.

Chandrayaan-II to probe further for water on moon

Chandrayaan-II to probe further for water on moon

Rediff.com28 Sep 2009

With India's maiden Moon Mission making a path-breaking discovery on water presence on the lunar surface, the objectives of Chandrayaan-II will be modified for further probes in that aspect, ISRO chairman Dr G Madhavan Nair has said

Telcos go creative on VAS

Telcos go creative on VAS

Rediff.com21 May 2009

Telecom operators in India appear to be gung-ho over the prospects of value-added services which help them to differentiate, add substantially to their margins while simultaneously be a precusor to third generation or 3G regime. The recent creative campaigns of majors like Vodafone (ZooZoos), Airtel (R Madhavan and Vidya Balan), Virgin Mobile (music download) and Aircel's (Internet applications) are a case in point.

Review: Mumbai Meri Jaan

Review: Mumbai Meri Jaan

Rediff.com22 Aug 2008

Mumbai Meri Jaan follows the lives of people from all strata of Mumbai's bustling society as they tackle the aftermath of a fatal incident that brings out the best and sometimes the worst in them.

ISRO to launch Mars mission by 2015

ISRO to launch Mars mission by 2015

Rediff.com31 Aug 2009

Indian Space research Organisation Chairman G Madavan Nair said on Monday that India would launch a mission to Mars by 2013.Earlier, on August 13, the government sanctioned seed money of Rs 10 crore for the Mars project, to carry out various studies on the experiments to be conducted, the route of the mission and other related details necessary to scale the new frontier.The ISRO has begun the preparations for sending a spacecraft to Mars.

India should be proud of Chandrayaan: ISRO

India should be proud of Chandrayaan: ISRO

Rediff.com30 Aug 2009

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman G Madhavan Nair today said the country should be proud of Chandrayaan-1 for being a successful low-cost planetary mission.

Why Chandrayaan was delayed by 13 years

Why Chandrayaan was delayed by 13 years

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

'If Chandrayaan 1 had a launch with GSLV, we need not have an orbiter for Chandrayaan 2.' 'We could have gone straight round the moon and landed on the moon.'

Moon mission likely in October, says ISRO

Moon mission likely in October, says ISRO

Rediff.com6 Aug 2008

India's ambitious unmanned lunar mission `Chandrayan' is likely to soar into the skies in the second week of October, Indian Space Research Organisation Chairman G Madhavan Nair said on Wednesday."The satellite integration is almost complete. And we would be entering the thermovac in about a week's time. It takes about 45-50 days for the launch after thermovac, after which we would declare the date. The earliest is October," he said.

Guru En Aalu is no Yes Boss

Guru En Aalu is no Yes Boss

Rediff.com24 Apr 2009

KRG Movies International's Guru En Aalu, directed by Selva and starring Madhavan has none of the flavour of the original Yes Boss.

The friends *you* wish you had

The friends *you* wish you had

Rediff.com5 Aug 2016

We celebrate Bollywood's lesser-known friends on Friendship Day.

'Vested interests want private players in space'

'Vested interests want private players in space'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

'ISRO facilities are very expensive and any damage caused by these start-ups can create havoc to our space programme.'

A bird in the sky to ease rural Net connectivity

A bird in the sky to ease rural Net connectivity

Rediff.com19 Nov 2008

It's a fast-track spacecraft for rural connectivity, chairman of Indian Space Research Organisation, G Madhavan Nair told PTI in Bangalore. Primarily aimed at rural areas, it's an INSAT-class (three tonne) satellite but the speciality would be that instead of having an all-India beam, it would have spot beams covering different parts of the country, and there would be a control hub by which it would be connected to national network.

First Look: Now, Classmates in Tamil

First Look: Now, Classmates in Tamil

Rediff.com15 Jul 2009

Director G N R Kumaravelan says that he has made a lot of changes to suit the Tamil audience.

Lockdown Times: A unique Goan perspective!

Lockdown Times: A unique Goan perspective!

Rediff.com3 May 2020

Sheela Jaywant invites you to explore The GoaWriters Group's interesting look at the lockdown.

Why India plans to build a space station

Why India plans to build a space station

Rediff.com2 Jul 2019

Once ISRO masters the technology to send humans into space, the next step will be experimenting with technologies allowing humans to live in space.

Yaavarum Nalam: A must-watch!

Yaavarum Nalam: A must-watch!

Rediff.com6 Mar 2009

Big Pictures' Yaavarum Nalam, starring R Madhavan is a heart-thudding spook-special and whodunit rolled into one. A must-watch.

K Radhakrishnan takes over as ISRO chief

K Radhakrishnan takes over as ISRO chief

Rediff.com31 Oct 2009

A highly respected scientist with 35 years of experience in ISRO, 60-year-old Radhakrishnan has played a key role in many of the country's space projects, including Chandrayaan-I.

Malayali is average

Malayali is average

Rediff.com22 Jun 2009

Malayali starring Kalabhavan Mani is a social film directed by CS Sudheesh. An average fare.

Gorgeous new actors, coming soon!

Gorgeous new actors, coming soon!

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

Meet the Class of 2016.

India, France extend space ties

India, France extend space ties

Rediff.com30 Sep 2008

The agreement for cooperation in space technology was signed between Astrium and Antrix -- commercial arm of the ISRO -- entailes utilisation of the PSLV launch services. It enables Astrium to offer attractive solutions in international markets for in-orbit delivery of its earth observation satellites, using the PSLV launch services from Antrix/ISRO.

Review: Kangana is a double delight in Tanu Weds Manu Returns!

Review: Kangana is a double delight in Tanu Weds Manu Returns!

Rediff.com22 May 2015

Tanu Weds Manu Returns is not merely superior to its predecessor but the flamboyance and fun it provides is an implication we're not quite done with this mad duo and their quirky universe yet.

'I don't feel any pressure for Tanu Weds Manu Returns'

'I don't feel any pressure for Tanu Weds Manu Returns'

Rediff.com22 May 2015

Director Aanand L Rai talks about his much anticipated film Tanu Weds Manu Returns.

We have suspended moon mission: ISRO chief

We have suspended moon mission: ISRO chief

Rediff.com29 Aug 2009

Indian Space Research Organisation chief Madhavan Nair on Saturday virtually admitted that the Chandrayaan-I moon mission could be over, saying it is a 'pretty difficult' situation. "At the moment, we have suspended the mission. Calling it off would depend on what has failed. We are trying to analyse what has gone wrong and we will take a look at it on Sunday," he said.Asked if there was any hope of the mission surviving, he said he can't confirm anything at the moment.

Banaras is mediocre

Banaras is mediocre

Rediff.com27 Apr 2009

Banaras could have been a worthwhile experience if it was treated with the seriousness it deserved.

8 Indian mission staffers' identity compromised; branded as 'agents'

8 Indian mission staffers' identity compromised; branded as 'agents'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

The Dawn reported that the alleged Indian intelligence personnel, whose cover was blown off in the media leak include commercial counsellor Rajesh Kumar Agnihotri, first secretary, press and culture Balbir Singh, first secretary, commercial Anurag Singh, visa attache Amardeep Singh Bhatti, visa assistants Dharmedra, Vijay Kumar Verma and Madhavan Nanda Kumar, and assistant, personnel welfare office Jayabalan Senthil.

India's mission to moon takes off in September

India's mission to moon takes off in September

Rediff.com20 Jun 2008

India's first mission to Moon -- Chandrayan-I -- is tentatively scheduled to be launched on September 19 this year, Indian Space Research Organisation Chairman Madhavan Nair said. He said that all the preparations have been nearly completed and the exact date of the launch will be decided within a month. He described September 19 as the 'earliest opportunity' for the historic launch. The final stage of integration of instruments with the spacecraft was going on.

PM sees first pictures from Chandrayaan

PM sees first pictures from Chandrayaan

Rediff.com31 Oct 2008

Indian Space Research Organisation Chairman G Madhavan Nair met Dr Singh in Delhi on Friday afternoon and briefed him on the lunar mission launched on October 22.

When the Moon Mission had a major scare

When the Moon Mission had a major scare

Rediff.com23 Oct 2008

A "small" fuel spill mishap when the Polar rocket with the Chandrayaan-I spacecraft atop was being fuelled created a near "scare" during the final countdown for the launch of India's maiden unmanned moon mission, ISRO Chief Madhavan Nair said.

Music of 13B yil ...Yaavarum Nalam catchy

Music of 13B yil ...Yaavarum Nalam catchy

Rediff.com19 Feb 2009

The music of Madhavan's latest Tamil movie, 13B yil ...Yaavarum Nalam, is tuned by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy with lyrics by the queen of song-writing Thamarai. Worth a listen.

'A superstar's life is the most difficult one'

'A superstar's life is the most difficult one'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

'Shah Rukh Khan is a born entertainer.' 'From five year olds to a 105 year old, Shah Rukh will charm and entertain everyone.' 'With Salman, a lot of people have come back intimidated.' 'But I enjoy my adventures with Salman because you just have to be yourself.'

Revisiting Neelathamara

Revisiting Neelathamara

Rediff.com27 May 2009

It is his willingness to experiment with movies that makes Lal Jose different from his peers. With films like Oru Maravathoor Kanavu, Meesa Madhavan, Classmates, Chanthupottu and Arabikkadha in his profile, he has found a place among the best in the business.

Spotted: 3 Idiots team in Bangalore

Spotted: 3 Idiots team in Bangalore

Rediff.com12 Jan 2009

Reader Prasoon Agarwal sends a few photographs.

Post your favourite recipes here!

Post your favourite recipes here!

Rediff.com29 Aug 2008

We invite readers to swap recipes using our message board -- enjoy!

Of brands and advertising 2008

Of brands and advertising 2008

Rediff.com2 Jan 2009

Celebrity craze has been a part of advertising-dom for years, but 2008 saw brands upping the ante on stars to go bigger and larger in numbers

Already 'severe', Delhi's pollution to enter 'emergency' zone

Already 'severe', Delhi's pollution to enter 'emergency' zone

Rediff.com12 Nov 2019

According to the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research, the overall air quality of the national capital docked at 376 at 8:30 am on Tuesday.

PIX: Shraddha, Shahid, Kangana party together

PIX: Shraddha, Shahid, Kangana party together

Rediff.com27 May 2015

Bollywood just needs a reason to party!

'I didn't feel unsafe even for a day in Kashmir'

'I didn't feel unsafe even for a day in Kashmir'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2009

Parzaan Dastur, the small Sikh boy we loved in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, has grown up to become an actor of substance. After starring in the brilliant Parzania, Parzaan is looking forward to his next film, Sikandar, directed by Piyush Jha.

India to develop its own version of GPS

India to develop its own version of GPS

Rediff.com27 Sep 2007

India will develop its own version of the Global Positioning System by launching seven satellites in 6 years. The Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System, to be functional by 2012, will be used for surveillance, telecommunications, transport etc.

Nadhir Shah's next: Kattappanayile Hrithik Roshan

Nadhir Shah's next: Kattappanayile Hrithik Roshan

Rediff.com5 Apr 2016

The latest updates from the Malayalam film industry.