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Why EC announced Delhi voter turnout after nearly 24 hrs

Why EC announced Delhi voter turnout after nearly 24 hrs

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

'We wanted to come out with accurate figure rather than speculating. This is not uncommon and we are not late

NBA star Abdul-Jabbar evaluated for dizziness after surgery

NBA star Abdul-Jabbar evaluated for dizziness after surgery

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

Basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was evaluated and released from the emergency department of a Los Angeles-area hospital on Wednesday, about two weeks after undergoing quadruple bypass surgery, the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center said.

'Normalcy is far away'

'Normalcy is far away'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

'If the government has not listened to scientists, it must.' 'It's obvious that this is a science-driven campaign (fight), a science-driven situation.' 'We cannot afford to ignore the science.'

IN PICS: The amazing city of Amritsar

IN PICS: The amazing city of Amritsar

Rediff.com12 Sep 2012

Harnoor Channi-Tiwary writes about the stuff you can do (and eat) in the city of the Golden Temple.

Newborn at Delhi hospital gets mother's milk from Leh

Newborn at Delhi hospital gets mother's milk from Leh

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

The boy was born through a C-section on June 16 at Sonam Nurboo Memorial Hospital in Leh and 30-year-old Dorjey Palmo found out that her baby was unable to suckle when she tried to feed him. The baby underwent a complex life-saving surgery recently at a private hospital New Delhi.

Trailer Review: Why is Daddy looking so lost?

Trailer Review: Why is Daddy looking so lost?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2017

The beefcake looks lost, says Syed Firdaus Ashraf, his expressions for a gangster just don't hold up.

Manipur polls: Same rivals, only parties have switched

Manipur polls: Same rivals, only parties have switched

Rediff.com24 Jan 2012

The two main contenders for Khurai Assembly seat are the same and the only difference is they have switched sides this time. Nothing uncommon in the volatile politics of Manipur but will it bring a change of fortune?

FMCG companies on cost-cut drive

FMCG companies on cost-cut drive

Rediff.com12 Dec 2011

This includes input substitution, overhead management, rationalising personnel - all aimed at reining in expenditure.

Is Fahadh Faasil India's Finest Actor?

Is Fahadh Faasil India's Finest Actor?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

As Fahadh Faasil turns 39 on August 8, Subhash K Jha looks back at his favourite films featuring the brilliant actor.

'It's a viral pandemic with a diabetes pandemic'

'It's a viral pandemic with a diabetes pandemic'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

'COVID-19 and diabetes have a very intricate relationship.' 'People with diabetes tend to get the most severe forms of COVID-19.'

Recipe: Vine Spinach with Shrimp

Recipe: Vine Spinach with Shrimp

Rediff.com9 Mar 2021

In Indranee Ghosh's latest book you will discover some untold secrets about the hill station in the north east of India.

Olympic flame goes out for first time in 2012 relay

Olympic flame goes out for first time in 2012 relay

Rediff.com21 May 2012

The Olympic flame went out on Monday for the first time during the torch relay around Britain ahead of the London Games because of a "malfunctioning burner", organisers said.

Page not found: Who blocked my website?

Page not found: Who blocked my website?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2012

The recent remark by Delhi high court that India can go the China way and block Google and Facebook if they do not remove objectionable content has got netizens worrying.

Panasonic Toughbook CF 33: Can withstand almost anything

Panasonic Toughbook CF 33: Can withstand almost anything

Rediff.com7 Feb 2018

The screen lid and body are made of metallic alloy to reinforce its strength.

'Mallya's extradition to India will take months'

'Mallya's extradition to India will take months'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2018

Mallya has an automatic right to appeal in the UK High Court against the Chief Magistrate's order but is yet to confirm if he plans to do that.

The 10 safest airlines in the world

The 10 safest airlines in the world

Rediff.com15 Jul 2011

However, air accidents are not too uncommon and even the tiniest and least fatal of them don't escape the media glare ever.

MUST READ: Shivering and hungry, on the streets of Delhi

MUST READ: Shivering and hungry, on the streets of Delhi

Rediff.com2 Jan 2012

While most of us huddle in our beds with multiple woollens during the wintry night, there are people struggling to survive on Delhi's bitterly cold streets. A Ganesh Nadar and Priyanka report

Car rental brands thrive on luxury

Car rental brands thrive on luxury

Rediff.com9 Sep 2011

The companies are integrating the latest innovations into their system for attracting customers.

Bollywood's biggest bane isn't nepotism

Bollywood's biggest bane isn't nepotism

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

'Sushant Singh Rajput, a bright young lad who had a life beyond films, was probably too good for Bollywood.' 'To blame his death by suicide on a gang of Bollywood bullies is stretching the point too far,' argues Saibal Chatterjee.

What Are These Top Actors Working On?

What Are These Top Actors Working On?

Rediff.com9 Nov 2011

Take a look at their movies.

Party time at D-Street as Sensex, Nifty march towards record highs

Party time at D-Street as Sensex, Nifty march towards record highs

Rediff.com30 Oct 2019

While FIIs have pumped in nearly Rs 17,000 crore, MFs have been net buyers to the tune of Rs 9,000 crore.

Why India's automobile business is like Bollywood

Why India's automobile business is like Bollywood

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

What worked for Hyundai in India when so many other auto manufacturers have had to eat humble pie? Pavan Lall finds out.

Why currency derivatives are like rigged casinos!

Why currency derivatives are like rigged casinos!

Rediff.com21 Jan 2011

This is the second part of a 3-part series on exotic financial derivatives, how they wreaked havoc globally, and why global financial institutions seem to resemble rigged casinos.

US naval ships head toward Korean Peninsula

US naval ships head toward Korean Peninsula

Rediff.com9 Apr 2017

The move of the Vinson strike group is in response to recent North Korean provocations.

'Terror attack' on Quebec mosque leaves Canada shaken, 6 dead

'Terror attack' on Quebec mosque leaves Canada shaken, 6 dead

Rediff.com30 Jan 2017

"Muslim-Canadians are an important part of our national fabric, and these senseless acts have no place in our communities, cities and country," Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said.

Doctor who went where no one wanted to go

Doctor who went where no one wanted to go

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

It is not uncommon to see patients in Odisha being carried to hospitals on cots for miles. Recently, this picture was reversed when a doctor carried a pregnant woman to hospital on a cot for 12 km.

Gym Rats, please read this!

Gym Rats, please read this!

Rediff.com27 Nov 2017

Taking up heavy exercise without being conditioned for it may expose one to risks like rhabdo.

What India needs to learn from Bhilai

What India needs to learn from Bhilai

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

If you want to see what India should be like and how Indians should live, you have to see Bhilai, says Colonel K Thammayya Udupa (retd).

World Statesman Award for Dr Manmohan Singh

World Statesman Award for Dr Manmohan Singh

Rediff.com23 Sep 2010

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was described as 'a man of uncommon decency and grace' who has led the way in building the Indo-US partnership, as the Indian leader was awarded the 'The World Statesman Award' in New York on Wednesday.

'When lockdown ends, we may see a surge in cases'

'When lockdown ends, we may see a surge in cases'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

'We hope that people are aware that even after the lockdown, we will have to follow a lot of things that we were following during the lockdown.' 'Don't get out for non-essential things.' 'Don't gather together for parties, religious events or at religious places.' 'Ensure social distancing at work and otherwise.' 'You know, in India, it is not uncommon for people with a cough and a cold to go to work.' 'We really want people to understand that if you have a cough, cold, fever, just stay at home.' 'Don't get back to work or don't get back to school.'

Why Obama is critical of India in his book

Why Obama is critical of India in his book

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

He had come in search of jobs in America to rescue his presidency and India failed him in more ways than one, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

10 JOB skills that really matter right now

10 JOB skills that really matter right now

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

The ability to collaborate with your team and unlock synergies towards a common goal while operating from a remote location is one of the top and evergreen skills you can highlight on your resume.

Muralitharan's world record unparalleled: Kumble

Muralitharan's world record unparalleled: Kumble

Rediff.com23 Jul 2010

Former Indian leg spinner Anil Kumble called Sri Lankan off-break bowler Muttiah Muralitharan's feat of claiming 800 wickets in Test cricket on Thursday, as an 'unparalleled' achievement which would take a long time and uncommon skill to be filliped.

Why are the TikTokers struggling?

Why are the TikTokers struggling?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

Two months after TikTok ban: Influencers busy rebuilding their fan base as homegrown apps enjoy 'gold rush'.

Why India Inc is unwilling to hire women

Why India Inc is unwilling to hire women

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

The lack of a strong diversity policy on the part of companies, a limited pool of women candidates as well as socio-cultural factors contribute to their low numbers.

Who will clean the Indian education system?

Who will clean the Indian education system?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2020

'Education is disconnected from social reality and does not even attempt to solve the real problems of our country,' observe Peehu Pardeshi and Sandeep Pandey.

Pakistan Fashion Week kicks off, defying Taliban

Pakistan Fashion Week kicks off, defying Taliban

Rediff.com5 Nov 2009

With models strutting down the catwalk in couture fashion that was elegant and racy, the Pakistan Fashion Week showed a completely new and different image of the nation where burkas and hijabs are not uncommon.

This Asian silver medallist feels 'othered' by Uttarakhand

This Asian silver medallist feels 'othered' by Uttarakhand

Rediff.com1 May 2019

Kavinder Singh Bisht laments his state's refusal to acknowledge his achievements because he represents the Services Sports Control Board.

Spotted any movie goof-ups?

Spotted any movie goof-ups?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2010

Have you spotted any Bollywood bloopers? Tell us about your favourite and funniest, right here!

J&K: Terrorists kill 2 NC workers ahead of local body polls

J&K: Terrorists kill 2 NC workers ahead of local body polls

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

Meanwhile, home minister Rajanth Singh said 90 per cent people in J&K keen to participate in panchayat polls.