News for 'Andaman'

Now, Finnish woman raped in Delhi

Now, Finnish woman raped in Delhi

Rediff.com3 Sep 2011

A 30-year-old Finnish woman was raped allegedly by a youth at a south Delhi guesthouse early on Saturday morning after he offered her a lift, police said.

'Indian Navy is confident of rising to any challenge'

'Indian Navy is confident of rising to any challenge'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

'The Indian Navy has sufficient combat power in areas of interest to India that can quickly scale up operations if the need arises.' 'This includes all the choke points leading into the Indian Ocean as also areas within.'

MHA gets Rs 1.03 lakh crore for border infra, police modernisation

MHA gets Rs 1.03 lakh crore for border infra, police modernisation

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

The ministry has got Rs 1,03,927 crore for 2019-20 which is 4.9 per cent more than Rs 99,034 crore given in 2018-19.

Delhi Police Commissioner Alok Kumar Verma new CBI chief

Delhi Police Commissioner Alok Kumar Verma new CBI chief

Rediff.com19 Jan 2017

His name was cleared by a three-member selection panel headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and comprising Chief Justice of India Jagdish Singh Khehar and Congress leader in Lok Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge as members.

Family of officer on board missing IAF plane hopeful for his safe return

Family of officer on board missing IAF plane hopeful for his safe return

Rediff.com24 Jul 2016

Airman Bhupat Singh's family is hoping that everyone is safe and the rescue team finds the aircraft soon.

52 errors in J-K Act: Cabinet Secretary foxed by typos in notes

52 errors in J-K Act: Cabinet Secretary foxed by typos in notes

Rediff.com29 Sep 2019

Following several instances of poor drafting of Cabinet notes and bills in the recent past, on September 11, the Cabinet Secretariat wrote to all ministries and departments to read up paragraph 55 of the 'Handbook of Writing Cabinet Notes'. Archis Mohan reports.

Top adventure travel destinations in India

Top adventure travel destinations in India

Rediff.com18 May 2011

When you're talking about adventure sports, there is no need to look beyond our own country because owing to India's vast diversity in landscape, it always has something or the other in store for all kinds of adventure lovers! Here are some of the most popular adventure tourist spots in India.

Under scanner Army Major cleared of spying charge

Under scanner Army Major cleared of spying charge

Rediff.com6 Jul 2010

An Andaman-based Army Major, who came under the scanner after his computer was remotely accessed from Pakistan, has been cleared by the security agencies of any involvement in espionage.

Unusual summer pics: Into the blue!

Unusual summer pics: Into the blue!

Rediff.com11 Apr 2011

We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!

NELP-IX: Reliance bids for 6, Cairn for 2 blocks

NELP-IX: Reliance bids for 6, Cairn for 2 blocks

Rediff.com28 Mar 2011

Cairn India, whose success in Rajasthan may have propelled Reliance to bid for two blocks in the state, has submitted offers for only two blocks -- one onland and one offshore.

Tribal culture tourism a growing market,but abroad

Tribal culture tourism a growing market,but abroad

Rediff.com23 Aug 2010

Tour operators are recognising the enhanced tourist interest in this segment and offering tour packages -- to Malaysia and Kenya, for instance -- that give a chance to interact with the tribes.

Vishy Anand to welcome QBR to Chennai

Vishy Anand to welcome QBR to Chennai

Rediff.com19 Aug 2010

Four-time world chess champion Viswanathan Anand will be among the few sportspersons who will welcome the Queen's Baton Relay (QBR) for the Delhi Commonwealth Games when it reaches Chennai on Friday.

Despite hardships, rural India gives thumbs up to Modi govt on Covid

Despite hardships, rural India gives thumbs up to Modi govt on Covid

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

About 78 per cent respondents said they were also satisfied with the steps taken by their own state government, according to the findings of the survey.

Jaishankar: India open to talk terror with Pak in a 'civilised' manner

Jaishankar: India open to talk terror with Pak in a 'civilised' manner

Rediff.com7 Sep 2019

He said that if there are issues that need to be talked about, it is between India and Pakistan.

Radar arrays to be set up to secure coast

Radar arrays to be set up to secure coast

Rediff.com17 Oct 2010

The Centre has launched a Rs 350-crore project to set up radar sensors along the country's coastlines for surveillance to prevent terrorists from entering the nation to repeat the Mumbai-type attack.The radar sensors will be fitted on light houses at 46 locations, out of which 36 are on the mainland, six are in Lakshadweep Islands and four in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Best pics 2010: Sunrise on an island paradise

Best pics 2010: Sunrise on an island paradise

Rediff.com11 Jan 2011

We invited readers to share their unique, original photographs from this past year with us. Here are some more responses!

MH370 search: Keep off our waters, India tells China

MH370 search: Keep off our waters, India tells China

Rediff.com21 Mar 2014

After objections raised by the defence forces, India rejected China's request for permission to allow its four warships to enter the Indian maritime zone to search for the missing Malaysian airliner.

AirAsia flight search: India puts 3 ships, plane on standby

AirAsia flight search: India puts 3 ships, plane on standby

Rediff.com28 Dec 2014

India has put on standby three ships and a maritime surveillance aircraft for assistance in the search operation after an AirAsia flight with 162 people on board on Sunday went missing en route from Indonesia to Singapore after losing contact with air traffic controllers.

India sees record spike of 896 COVID-19 cases, 37 deaths in 24 hrs

India sees record spike of 896 COVID-19 cases, 37 deaths in 24 hrs

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

While the number of active COVID-19 cases stood at 6,039, as many as 515 people have been cured and discharged, and one had migrated, it said. The total number of cases include 71 foreign nationals.

Major in Indian Army accused of 'cyber breach'

Major in Indian Army accused of 'cyber breach'

Rediff.com7 May 2010

An investigation by the army and other agencies into classified information leak from a Major's computer has established "cyber security breach", but not the espionage angle so far, Defence Minister A K Antony said on Friday.

Human trafficking in India

Human trafficking in India

Rediff.com8 Mar 2018

In the year 2016, 8132 human trafficking cases have been reported in India.

Travelogue: Awesome bliss in the Langkawi Island!

Travelogue: Awesome bliss in the Langkawi Island!

Rediff.com8 Oct 2010

The natural beauty of Langkawi and the idyllic time we spent left us craving for more, says Pamela Sinha.

Centre backs Delhi LG, says not mandatory to consult CM on services

Centre backs Delhi LG, says not mandatory to consult CM on services

Rediff.com22 May 2015

Amid the escalating Lieutenant Governor-Chief Minister feud, the Centre on Friday backed Delhi LG Najeeb Jung making it clear that it was not mandatory for him to consult Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on matters like appointment of bureaucrats.

Shyam Saran on rising Indonesia

Shyam Saran on rising Indonesia

Rediff.com19 May 2010

Few people in India are aware that India and Indonesia are geographically contiguous, sharing a settled maritime boundary. The last island in the Andaman and Nicobar chain is only 80 kilometres from the first island of the Indonesian archipelago.

#IndiaPhotos: Time for reflection

#IndiaPhotos: Time for reflection

Rediff.com26 Nov 2015

Readers have been sharing their best travel images from around the country here! You can share your best #India-Photos too!

Will coronavirus topple Trump?

Will coronavirus topple Trump?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

'It is perplexing to see the leader of the First World with a first rate medical infrastructure come up short on its foresight to handle the pandemic,' notes Group Captain Murli Menon (retd).

'No nuke material on detained North Korean ship'

'No nuke material on detained North Korean ship'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2009

Two nuclear scientists, who have conducted a preliminary investigation of the seized North Koran ship MV Mu San, have said the vessel does not contain any trace of chemical, biological, radioactive or nuclear material.The North Korean vessel dropped the anchor at Hut Bay on August 6 without the permission of Indian authorities. It was detained by the Indian Coast Guard after an over six-hour chase.

EC prepares for bigger VVPAT count on May 23

EC prepares for bigger VVPAT count on May 23

Rediff.com9 May 2019

According to the EC, no mismatch has been reported since the practice of cross-checking votes was introduced.

Thanks to SpiceJet, seaplanes will be back to Indian skies

Thanks to SpiceJet, seaplanes will be back to Indian skies

Rediff.com5 Oct 2017

Seaplanes are fixed-wing aircraft that can take off and land on both water and airfields.

Which are the best beaches in India? Tell us!

Which are the best beaches in India? Tell us!

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

So which do you think are the best beaches in India and why?

Your travel pics: The vibrant hues of India

Your travel pics: The vibrant hues of India

Rediff.com2 Mar 2010

Readers share favourite pics from their travels across India. Share yours.

ONGC hikes Pawan Hans stake to 49 pc

ONGC hikes Pawan Hans stake to 49 pc

Rediff.com27 Dec 2010

This is the first time such a service is being offered in India. While ONGC will raise its stake in Pawan Hans Helicopters Limited to 21 per cent from 49 per cent, NTPC has proposed to make an investment of Rs 55 crore in the company, Tyagi said.

Detained North Korean ship not radioactive: Report

Detained North Korean ship not radioactive: Report

Rediff.com6 Sep 2009

After critically examining the ship 'M V Mu San' at Kakinada port, a team of scientists from Kalapakkam nuclear centre concluded that they found no 'CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radioactive and Nuclear) traces' from the ship, which was detained by the Coast Guard off the Andaman waters in the first week of last month, official sources said in New Delhi.

N-scientists to search Iraq-bound N Korean ship

N-scientists to search Iraq-bound N Korean ship

Rediff.com12 Aug 2009

The seized North Korean ship is being brought to Kakinada port in Andhra Pradesh where central security agencies and nuclear scientists will carry out an extensive search of the vessel M V Mu San intercepted off Andaman and Nicobar coast while awaiting clearance to proceed to Iraq.

More tests, door-to-door survey: Shah's COVID-19 plan for Delhi

More tests, door-to-door survey: Shah's COVID-19 plan for Delhi

Rediff.com14 Jun 2020

The COVID-19 tests will be started at every polling station in the containment zones of Delhi in a few days

Boost to Army's air power; will get medium range missile by 2020

Boost to Army's air power; will get medium range missile by 2020

Rediff.com27 Aug 2017

The missile will be capable of shooting down enemy ballistic missiles, aircraft, helicopters, drones, surveillance aircraft and AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control Systems) aircraft from a range of around 70 km.

Tsunami rumours trigger panic in coastal areas

Tsunami rumours trigger panic in coastal areas

Rediff.com11 Aug 2009

Panic gripped coastal areas of Chennai on Tuesday, especially among fishermen, following reports of a tsunami warning, after a mild tremor was felt here today morning due to a powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake off the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.Soon after the rumours spread about a tsunami warning, most fishermen in coastal areas moved out of their houses to safer places. They also did not venture out to the sea for a while.

Lucknow tops list of 13 new smart cities

Lucknow tops list of 13 new smart cities

Rediff.com24 May 2016

The 13 cities selected in the Fast Track Smart City Competition have proposed a total investment of Rs 30,229 crore

50 Years On: Who was the real Veer Savarkar?

50 Years On: Who was the real Veer Savarkar?

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

'One hopes the younger generation sees Savarkar him for what he was and does not view him through a distorted prism.' 'This is the least one could do for someone who devoted his whole life to Indian freedom struggle, elimination of caste, succour to Dalits, and instilling of strategic culture in India,' says Lieutenant General Ashok Joshi (retd) and Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

June witnessed 16 per cent more than normal rainfall: IMD

June witnessed 16 per cent more than normal rainfall: IMD

Rediff.com30 Jun 2015

The country received 16 per cent more rainfall than its normal limit in June, the IMD on Tuesday said.