News for '-pneumonia'

'Epidemic is more widespread than we believe'

'Epidemic is more widespread than we believe'

Rediff.com17 May 2020

'We are making decisions in the dark, in fear.' 'Let us shine the light of science on this.' 'Let us actually get better numbers, so that we make better decisions.'

US regulator frowns on Sun-Ranbaxy deal

US regulator frowns on Sun-Ranbaxy deal

Rediff.com31 Jan 2015

The proposed merger would likely harm future competition

M J Gopalan is dead

M J Gopalan is dead

Rediff.com21 Dec 2003

He was a double international having represented the country in cricket as well as hockey.

War is fine, not the flu

War is fine, not the flu

Rediff.com2 Apr 2003

Nipah resurfaces in Kerala; student 1st case this year

Nipah resurfaces in Kerala; student 1st case this year

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

The results of blood samples of the student, which were tested at the National Institute of Virology in Pune, have confirmed Nipah, she said.

Looking at George Michael's life, in pictures

Looking at George Michael's life, in pictures

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

The British pop singer dies at age 53.

PHOTOS, Day 1: Pujara, Rahane tons put India on top in Colombo

PHOTOS, Day 1: Pujara, Rahane tons put India on top in Colombo

Rediff.com4 Aug 2017

Images from Day 1 of the first Test between Sri Lanka and India in Colombo, on Thursday.

SARS to will Asia growth: Singapore PM

SARS to will Asia growth: Singapore PM

Rediff.com9 Apr 2003

Singapore Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong said on Tuesday that the deadly flu-like disease Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) could cut growth in China, Hong Kong and Singapore.

What is it like to live in a 'sealed' building?

What is it like to live in a 'sealed' building?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

A Rediff.com journalist reveals what it's like to live in a building sealed by the authorities because one of the residents is COVID-19 positive.

China is striking back and HOW

China is striking back and HOW

Rediff.com14 May 2020

China has not limited the 'battle' to the diplomatic field alone; the People's Liberation Army has become aggressive on the ground too. The recent 'fights' in Northern Sikkim and Ladakh are part of the pattern, asserts Claude Arpi.

US regulator fast-tracks approval for Wockhardt drugs

US regulator fast-tracks approval for Wockhardt drugs

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

These drugs will be entering in their global Phase -3 clinical trials early next year.

Forensic test confirms Indrani Mukerjea had drug overdose

Forensic test confirms Indrani Mukerjea had drug overdose

Rediff.com10 Apr 2018

Reports show that she had a significant increase in the level of benzodiazepine, a class of anti-depressants.

What Olympics postponement will cost Japan

What Olympics postponement will cost Japan

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

'The Olympics postponement may not be a political body blow to Abe Shinzo, but it is no denying that the economic cost of the postponement of the Games will be heavy for Japan,' observes Dr Rajaram Panda.

Justice V R Krishna Iyer passes into the ages

Justice V R Krishna Iyer passes into the ages

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

'My association with Justice Krishna Iyer was special,' the prime minister said, mourning the judge's death. 'My mind goes back to our conversations and the insightful letters he would write to me.'

J&K CM Mufti Sayeed passes away; daughter Mehbooba likely to take over

J&K CM Mufti Sayeed passes away; daughter Mehbooba likely to take over

Rediff.com7 Jan 2016

Mehbooba Mufti, his eldest child, will likely succeed him.

Economic crisis chokes world's biggest economies

Economic crisis chokes world's biggest economies

Rediff.com13 Jan 2016

The world seems to have caught severe pneumonia, or worse, as China had flu.

WB: 2 dead, 7 injured in stampede after fire in Murshidabad hospital

WB: 2 dead, 7 injured in stampede after fire in Murshidabad hospital

Rediff.com27 Aug 2016

Two persons died and seven others were injured in a stampede after a fire broke out in Murshidabad Medical College Hospital in Berhampore district of West Bengal triggering panic among patients and their relatives.

Mandela's condition unchanged: South African government

Mandela's condition unchanged: South African government

Rediff.com10 Jun 2013

Nelson Mandela's condition remained "serious but stable" as the former South African President continued to receive hospital treatment for a third day for a lung infection that has recurred, the government said on Monday.

PIX: Own goal ruins Napoli comeback against Juventus; Barca held

PIX: Own goal ruins Napoli comeback against Juventus; Barca held

Rediff.com1 Sep 2019

A round-up of Saturday's action in Serie A, La Liga and Bundesliga.

First Look: Sid, Katrina in Baar Baar Dekho song

First Look: Sid, Katrina in Baar Baar Dekho song

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Sushma Swaraj suffers kidney failure, to undergo transplant

Sushma Swaraj suffers kidney failure, to undergo transplant

Rediff.com16 Nov 2016

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Wednesday said she was undergoing tests at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi for a kidney transplant.

Sports Shorts: Ankita crashes out of US Open Qualifying event

Sports Shorts: Ankita crashes out of US Open Qualifying event

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Thursday

COVID-19: What India can learn from Sangli's success

COVID-19: What India can learn from Sangli's success

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

'Have discreet, separate corona and non-corona hospitals for treating these two categories of patients.' 'Concentrate on your non-corona patients as well.' 'Because then your diabetics, your hypertensives, the ones on dialysis, the asthmatics, who, if and when they get corona, are the ones who are going to require more intensive care and are going to be more at risk of death.'

Odisha: Man, who saved 7 women and kids from drowning, dies

Odisha: Man, who saved 7 women and kids from drowning, dies

Rediff.com12 Oct 2014

A 40-year-old man who had risked his life to save seven women and children from meeting a watery grave in a crocodile-infested rivulet during the evacuation drive ahead of Cyclone Hudhud, died today sending shockwaves across far-flung Okilopala and Satabhaya villages in Odisha's Kendrapara district.

Hillary draws first blood in presidential debate

Hillary draws first blood in presidential debate

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

The Democratic nominee emerged as the clear winner with nearly 62 per cent voters opting for her over her rival Donald Trump.

Should you breastfeed your child after infancy?

Should you breastfeed your child after infancy?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

Throughout the 1,000-day window from a mother's pregnancy phase to her baby's 2nd birthday, breastfeeding is vital in lending kids the right start to life, building the foundation for a healthy future.

Eagles co-founder and guitarist Glenn Frey dies

Eagles co-founder and guitarist Glenn Frey dies

Rediff.com19 Jan 2016

The Grammy award winner was suffering from Rheumatoid Arthritis, Acute Ulcerative Colitis and Pneumonia.

Lt Gen JFR Jacob, 1971 Indo-Pak war hero, laid to rest

Lt Gen JFR Jacob, 1971 Indo-Pak war hero, laid to rest

Rediff.com14 Jan 2016

Lieutenant General (retired) Jacob Farj Rafael Jacob Jacob, who played a key role in the 1971 war which liberated Bangladesh from Pakistan, was laid to rest in New Delhi on Thursday.

Nurse famous for iconic World War II kiss photo dies at 92

Nurse famous for iconic World War II kiss photo dies at 92

Rediff.com11 Sep 2016

Friedman had said she was grabbed and kissed by a sailor in a euphoric moment that made for one of the most defining American photos of the 20th century.

Antibiotic crisis needs global response: Experts

Antibiotic crisis needs global response: Experts

Rediff.com23 May 2014

Yet the international response to this threat caused by the overuse and misuse of antimicrobial drugs has been feeble, they said.

India reports first case of Coronavirus; Kerala woman tests positive

India reports first case of Coronavirus; Kerala woman tests positive

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

The government will also evacuate Indians on Friday from China's Wuhan city, the epicentre of the deadly Coronavirus, which has spread to at least 17 countries already.

'Schumacher is still in the wake up phase'

'Schumacher is still in the wake up phase'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

Michael Schumacher remains in a "wake-up phase" from the coma he was placed in following a life-threatening skiing accident nearly ten weeks ago, his spokeswoman said on Friday.

Hillary Clinton 'healthy and fit', says doctor

Hillary Clinton 'healthy and fit', says doctor

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

The former secretary of state, 68, "continues to remain healthy and fit to serve as president of the United States," her personal physician Lisa Bardack wrote.

Soccer PIX: Real scrape to win; Neymar stars for PSG

Soccer PIX: Real scrape to win; Neymar stars for PSG

Rediff.com15 Sep 2019

Brazil midfielder Casemiro stretched Real's advantage right before halftime with a gut-busting run to meet a cross from compatriot Vinicius, but Levante hit back shortly after the interval through former Madrid forward Borja Mayoral.

Sun Pharma gets US trade regulator nod for Ranbaxy deal

Sun Pharma gets US trade regulator nod for Ranbaxy deal

Rediff.com2 Feb 2015

Ranbaxy was asked to sell all products containing Leuprorelin which are marketed and supplied under brand name Eligard.

Is your city one of the world's 20 most polluted cities?

Is your city one of the world's 20 most polluted cities?

Rediff.com4 May 2018

India had 14 out of the world's 20 most polluted cities, the World Health Organization reveals.