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India extends ban on international flights till Jan 31

India extends ban on international flights till Jan 31

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

The DGCA circular also said that the suspension does not affect the operation of international all-cargo operations and flights specifically approved by it.

Boeing's Plans For India's Defence Aatmanirbharta

Boeing's Plans For India's Defence Aatmanirbharta

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

'The future is about autonomy and tanking.'

Let's work together to resolve Nijjar murder: Canada def minister

Let's work together to resolve Nijjar murder: Canada def minister

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

He said that Canada recognises the impact that some of these measures may have and at the same time it's another reason why he placed such emphasis on the investigation that's taking place that they are able to move beyond credible intelligence to evidence, strong evidence of exactly what happened.

'Goa Inquisition was most merciless and cruel'

'Goa Inquisition was most merciless and cruel'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

'It was a machinery of death. A large number of Hindus were first converted and then persecuted from 1560 all the way to 1812!' says novelist Richard Zimler.

Centre introduces new law to tackle air pollution in Delhi-NCR

Centre introduces new law to tackle air pollution in Delhi-NCR

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

Violation of the provisions entails a punishment of a jail term of up to five years or with fine up to Rs one crore or with both.

Glaring errors in India's new aviation policy

Glaring errors in India's new aviation policy

Rediff.com11 Dec 2015

A total of Rs 30,000 crore was allocated for five years to Air India by the United Progressive Alliance government in its second term.

DD, AIR broadcast weather reports on PoK

DD, AIR broadcast weather reports on PoK

Rediff.com8 May 2020

The state broadcasters have started the practice, but private news channels may follow suit, a ministry source said.

'What Gives Me Hope About India Is...'

'What Gives Me Hope About India Is...'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

'Our civil society here is vibrant, and courageous, although it is beaten up and beaten down, repeatedly.'

Will Tata Steel's global stride with new deal aid profitability?

Will Tata Steel's global stride with new deal aid profitability?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

It was August 2007. Tata Steel was turning 100. Jamshedpur, its hometown, had an air of celebration. The line-up for the special event included the launch of Air Deccan's commercial flight connecting Kolkata and Jamshedpur, and release of Russi Lala's new book, Romance of Tata Steel. There was also the screening of The Spirit of Steel, a 20-minute documentary directed by Zafar Hai showcasing Tata Steel's legacy, and a corporate anthem penned by Javed Akhtar and composed by Shankar, Ehsaan and Loy.

India readies plan to improve regional air connectivity

India readies plan to improve regional air connectivity

Rediff.com29 May 2013

Airlines likely to be allowed to operate with smaller aircraft.

Battle Royale in Thiruvananthapuram

Battle Royale in Thiruvananthapuram

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

The Lok Sabha contest in Thiruvananthapuram is shaping up to be a significant battle involving key candidates like Shashi Tharoor, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, and Panniyan Ravindran. This three-cornered fight highlights the political dynamics in Kerala's capital city, with each candidate bringing their own vision and promises for the region's development, notes Rajeev Srinivasan.

Hurrah For These Women Achievers!

Hurrah For These Women Achievers!

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

More and more women are making their presence felt in jobs related to sciences, technology, and engineering across organisations.

Why Is The BJP Talking About Stability?

Why Is The BJP Talking About Stability?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

'What should surprise BJP supporters is Modi's call for 'stability' at the manifesto launch, a theme that he and his team members had not touched ahead of the Lok Sabha polls in 2014 and 2019.' 'The last time the party called for 'stability at the Centre' was in 1998 and 1999,' recalls N Sathiya Moorthy.

AI's Mumbai-Newark flight lands in UK after bomb scare

AI's Mumbai-Newark flight lands in UK after bomb scare

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

Following the incident, all flights at Stansted had to be temporarily grounded, according to British media reports.

Amid political row, 3 Rafale jets land in Bengaluru for Aero India show

Amid political row, 3 Rafale jets land in Bengaluru for Aero India show

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

The Rafale fighter jet will take part in the rehearsals on Thursday for the five-day 12th edition of Asia's premier air show beginning on February 20

Is India taking COVID-19 seriously?

Is India taking COVID-19 seriously?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

We have no standard processes in place to address the more serious public health hazard of our lifetime, observes Aakar Patel.

US raises 'concern' over Russia's S-400 arriving in India

US raises 'concern' over Russia's S-400 arriving in India

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

The US has already imposed sanctions on Turkey for the purchase of a batch of S-400 missile defence systems.

US drone deal pending, price reports being spread with ulterior motives: Govt

US drone deal pending, price reports being spread with ulterior motives: Govt

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

It said the acceptance of necessity accorded to the procurement by the Defence Acquisition Council noted the estimated cost of $3,072 million as provided by the US government, adding the price will be negotiated once policy approval from Washington is received.

Rajnath to receive Rafale in France on October 8

Rajnath to receive Rafale in France on October 8

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

As per earlier plans, Balakot operations in-charge and current Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal B S Dhanoa was to travel to receive the plane on September 19-20 from France.

Surface-to-air Akash missile test fired successfully

Surface-to-air Akash missile test fired successfully

Rediff.com24 May 2012

Boosting its air defence shield and re-validating operational efficacy, India on Thursday test fired successfully its indigenously-developed surface-to-air 'Akash' missile from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur, nearly 15 km from Balasore. "The user-specific trial, which formed part of the country's routine air defence exercises, was successful," said a Defence Research Development Organisation official associated with the Akash missile project.

Analysts bet on FMCG, retail, consumer electronics ahead of festive season

Analysts bet on FMCG, retail, consumer electronics ahead of festive season

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

The recent equity market weakness has sobered up investor mood, but the coming festive season is keeping analysts upbeat on stocks related to the consumption basket. Among the lot, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), retail, and consumer electronics segments are expected to do well over the next few months, and investors should thus selectively take bets in these pockets, analysts suggest. "We expect good volume growth for the FMCG sector during the festive season with some improvement in rural demand.

India's defence forces have 1.35 lakh vacancies, army tops with 1.16 lakh

India's defence forces have 1.35 lakh vacancies, army tops with 1.16 lakh

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

The three services are reeling under a shortage of 1,35,784 personnel, with the Army having the maximum vacancies at 1,16,464, according to details provided by the government.

Vistara to hire 100 pilots, 400 cabin crew from Jet

Vistara to hire 100 pilots, 400 cabin crew from Jet

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

Earlier, budget carrier SpiceJet said it would hire 500 from Jet, including 100 pilots. Air India Express has also inducted around 25 commanders from the grounded airline.

Hotel stocks to ride the elevator to revenue growth on room rates

Hotel stocks to ride the elevator to revenue growth on room rates

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Hotel companies, which have experienced substantial share price gains in the past six months, are not only expected to post robust revenue growth in the seasonally weak July-September quarter (second quarter, or Q2) of 2023-24 (FY24), with the trend continuing in the second half (H2) of FY24, but according to some analysts, they will also benefit from a structural uptrend in progress. To begin with, larger players in the listed hotel sector are expected to report strong growth in Q2 compared to the year-ago quarter. Led by higher demand from the business segment, the sector is expected to achieve a growth rate of 15-30 per cent.

NBDSA orders TV news channels to remove 'communal' programmes

NBDSA orders TV news channels to remove 'communal' programmes

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

The News Broadcasting and Digital Standards Authority (NBDSA) has asked News18 India, TimesNow and Zee News to remove from their online platforms videos of certain programmes aired by them after it found them to be in violation of the Code of Ethics and Broadcasting Standards and Specific Guidelines.

India in advanced stage talks with US to procure MQ-9B drones for LAC vigil

India in advanced stage talks with US to procure MQ-9B drones for LAC vigil

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

The sources said the talks are focused on sorting out certain issues relating to cost component, weapons package and technology sharing.

How giant-slayer Prannoy made his place in the sun

How giant-slayer Prannoy made his place in the sun

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Focus on nutrition, tailor-made training for specific opponents key to Prannoy's success.

US voices concerns over India's participation in Russian military drills

US voices concerns over India's participation in Russian military drills

Rediff.com31 Aug 2022

Russia said on Monday that the Vostok 2022 military exercises will be held from September 1 to 7 in different locations in the Far East and the Sea of Japan and involve more than 50,000 troops from China, India and several other countries.

Surface-to-air Akash missile test-fired again

Surface-to-air Akash missile test-fired again

Rediff.com26 May 2012

Two days after its successful trial, India on Saturday again test-fired the indigenously developed surface-to-air Akash missile from the test range at Chandipur near Balasore. "The user specific trial, which formed part of the country's routine air defence exercises, was conducted from the ITR," said a Defence Research Development Organisation official associated with the Akash missile project.

How To Protect Yourself From Poor AQI

How To Protect Yourself From Poor AQI

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Breathing polluted air for long periods of time can cause more serious problems. Avoid exercising outdoors on bad air days, suggests Dr Varun Gupta.

Deputy IAF chief flies first Rafale made for India

Deputy IAF chief flies first Rafale made for India

Rediff.com21 Sep 2018

The delivery of the jets -- capable of carrying a range of potent weapons and missiles -- is scheduled to begin from September next year.

Rajnath to fly Rafale sortie on October 8 in Paris

Rajnath to fly Rafale sortie on October 8 in Paris

Rediff.com3 Oct 2019

The ceremony to hand over the first Rafale jet will take place on October 8, the foundation day of the Indian Air Force, the sources said.

Pakistan prefers only these two Indian cities for their World Cup games!

Pakistan prefers only these two Indian cities for their World Cup games!

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

With the ODI World Cup said to be held in India, ICC sources revealed that Pakistan prefers to play in only the two Indian cities they've felt safe in before.

US firm offers 'exclusive' F-16s to India

US firm offers 'exclusive' F-16s to India

Rediff.com27 Mar 2005

"If India's requirements are beyond any existing fighters, we are prepared to make upgraded F-16s to India's specifications with complete transfer of technology," Mike Kelly, Senior Executive of Lockheed Martin said.

'Canada authorities had been warned of AI tragedy'

'Canada authorities had been warned of AI tragedy'

Rediff.com4 May 2007

Bartleman says he was 'hissed at' when he showed RCMP the evidence.

After long wait, India, France ink deal for 36 Rafale fighter jets

After long wait, India, France ink deal for 36 Rafale fighter jets

Rediff.com24 Sep 2016

The deal which is worth 7.87-billion (Rs 58,363 crore) comes with a saving of nearly 750 million (Rs 5,611 crore).

'Rafales will provide India major advantage in Tibet'

'Rafales will provide India major advantage in Tibet'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

'Rafales can play an important role in doing DEAD (Destruction of Enemy Air Defence) on the Surface-to-Air Missiles that the Chinese have put on Tibet'

Cricket Fans, Beware Of The Heat!

Cricket Fans, Beware Of The Heat!

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

The most important thing you can do to protect yourself is to stay hydrated, advises Dr Akshay Dhamne.

Slogans rent the air as Gen Rawat, wife are cremated

Slogans rent the air as Gen Rawat, wife are cremated

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

The plaintive strains of bugles sounding the last post broke through the hush, men in uniform clicked their heels and a 17-gun salute rang out as Gen Bipin Rawat and his wife were cremated on Friday evening -- the sun setting on a day written into India's military history and on the life of its most senior military officer.

'I Had 10 Ideas When I Quit My Job'

'I Had 10 Ideas When I Quit My Job'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

'When I was toying with 10 different ideas, my father was diagnosed with lung fibrosis and his condition deteriorated so badly that we lost him in six months. He was very unsatisfied with the lack of proper diagnosis.' 'It made me think will anyone do a biopsy if there is no symptom? Why is it that we do not have any non-invasive diagnostic method?' 'This idea was the strongest out of the ten, and with Snahlata Singh with her cancer biology background joining me, the idea got a real boost.'