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The amazing world of a Brazilian architect

The amazing world of a Brazilian architect

Rediff.com25 Dec 2012

Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer was one of the key figures in the development of modern architecture.

Manmohan Singh's reforms transformed India, unshackled economy: Economists

Manmohan Singh's reforms transformed India, unshackled economy: Economists

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's 1991 budget unshackled India's economy, significantly enhancing the economic prospects for hundreds of millions of Indians, first deputy managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Gita Gopinath said on Friday.

Architect suicide case: Arnab gets more time to amend petition

Architect suicide case: Arnab gets more time to amend petition

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

Goswami and the two other accused Feroze Shaikh and Nitish Sarda will have to appear before a magistrate court at Alibaug in neighbouring Raigad district of Maharashtra on Thursday, pursuant to summons issued to them in December 2020.

'...Gukesh is not a favourite in this match anymore'

'...Gukesh is not a favourite in this match anymore'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

Gukesh, Liren eye breakthrough after series of draws in the Chess World C'ship.

'Jaiswal poised to inherit batting excellence of Tendulkar, Kohli': Greg Chappell

'Jaiswal poised to inherit batting excellence of Tendulkar, Kohli': Greg Chappell

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal looks well-placed to carry forward the glorious legacy of batting excellence established by the likes of Sachin Tendukar and Virat Kohli, said former India coach Greg Chappell.

Dr Singh's final journey to begin tomorrow at 9.30 am

Dr Singh's final journey to begin tomorrow at 9.30 am

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge were among the top leaders who paid homage to former prime minister Manmohan Singh at his home in New Delhi on Friday.

Careerscope: Prospects are bright for architects

Careerscope: Prospects are bright for architects

Rediff.com11 Dec 2009

If you have a creative streak yet enjoy the finer aspects of science, you might want to consider architecture as a career option.

I would have done anything for India's gold: Gukesh

I would have done anything for India's gold: Gukesh

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

World Championship challenger D Gukesh on Sunday said he didn't think about his personal achievements and was prepared to do "whatever it takes" to secure India's maiden gold medal at the Chess Olympiad following near-misses in previous editions.

2024 was mostly about lost chances for Congress

2024 was mostly about lost chances for Congress

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

The principal opposition party though appeared content securing 99 of the 543 seats in the 2024 national elections as against its all-time low of 44 in 2014 and then 52 in 2019.

Where's Rahul Vacationing?

Where's Rahul Vacationing?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

Rahul took to Instagram, sharing a series of photos and videos capturing Athiya and his European adventures.

Ashwin reveals secret to all-round success

Ashwin reveals secret to all-round success

Rediff.com22 Sep 2024

Home hero Ashwin dished out a match-winning all-round performance with a century and a six-wicket haul to help India thrash Bangladesh by 280 runs in the opening Test in Chennai.

How Dr Singh Changed Finance Minister's Role

How Dr Singh Changed Finance Minister's Role

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

'Suddenly we had a new comprehension of affairs, which reminded that the luxury of politics floated atop a foundation by economics.' 'Along with this, finance ministers became crucial in molding the perception and reputation of Union Cabinets.' 'Governments couldn't afford a wrong person in that portfolio,' asserts Shyam G Menon.

When Narasimha Rao's Family Met Modi

When Narasimha Rao's Family Met Modi

Rediff.com8 May 2024

Members of P V Narasimha Rao's family met Prime Minister Narendra D Modi at Raj Bhavan in Hyderabad on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 to thank him for awarding a posthumous Bharat Ratna on the late prime minister.

MT Vasudevan Nair, Suzuki, ex-CJI Khehar Singh get Padma Vibhushan

MT Vasudevan Nair, Suzuki, ex-CJI Khehar Singh get Padma Vibhushan

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday approved 139 Padma awards including seven Padma Vibhushans, 19 Padma Bhushans and 113 Padma Shris.

MVA reluctant to name CM face, Uddhav says he doesn't...

MVA reluctant to name CM face, Uddhav says he doesn't...

Rediff.com15 Sep 2024

Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray leader Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday said he didn't harbour aspirations to become Maharashtra CM, a remark coming against the backdrop of Maha Vikas Aghadi allies' reluctance to face assembly polls with a CM face.

Fadnavis, Shinde Or...Kaun Banega CM?

Fadnavis, Shinde Or...Kaun Banega CM?

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

As the race for Maharashtra chief minister enters the last lap, Hemant Waje looks at several scenarios which can play out.

Manmohan Singh's last rites to be performed with full State honours

Manmohan Singh's last rites to be performed with full State honours

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away at the age of 92 on Thursday. He will be given a state funeral with full state honors at Nigambodh Ghat on Saturday. Singh served as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014 and was known for his role in India's economic reforms. Leaders from across the political spectrum paid their respects to the departed leader, highlighting his contributions to the nation.

How Dr Manmohan Singh became India's 'reforms' man

How Dr Manmohan Singh became India's 'reforms' man

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

He drew the roadmap of India's economic reform, unshackled it from the licence raj and pulled it back from the brink when even its gold reserve was pledged.

'No place beyond us': Bibi warns Iran as Hezbollah strikes back

'No place beyond us': Bibi warns Iran as Hezbollah strikes back

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a warning to Iran's Ayatollah regime and asserted that those who target Israel will face consequences and that no location in Iran or the Middle East is beyond Israel's reach.

'India Has Lost The Most Humane Storyteller Of Our Time'

'India Has Lost The Most Humane Storyteller Of Our Time'

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

'He was a visionary who redefined storytelling and inspired generations.'

Does Maha poll rout signal end for Sharad Pawar's politics?

Does Maha poll rout signal end for Sharad Pawar's politics?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

The rout of Sharad Pawar-led faction has raised questions over his political future with a potential risk of a further slide in the party flock in future.

High drama in Parl: 2 MPs in ICU; both file plaints against each other

High drama in Parl: 2 MPs in ICU; both file plaints against each other

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Ruling NDA and opposition INDIA bloc MPs clashed in Parliament on Thursday over Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on B.R. Ambedkar, leading to jostling and an injury to BJP MP Pratap Sarangi. The opposition demanded Shah's resignation, while the BJP defended him.

Saffron sweep in Maharashtra; Fadnavis poised to return as CM

Saffron sweep in Maharashtra; Fadnavis poised to return as CM

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party-led Mahayuti alliance on Saturday retained power in Maharashtra, pocketing a whopping 230 of the 288 assembly seats, as the Congress-led Maha Vikas Aghadi's dream of wresting power fizzled, with the opposition combine managing to garner just 50 seats.

This Israeli-American architect is trending thanks to Brad Pitt

This Israeli-American architect is trending thanks to Brad Pitt

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

Neri Oxman is an award winning architect who combines technology with botany and life.

Uzbekistan: Land Of Arabian Nights

Uzbekistan: Land Of Arabian Nights

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Uzbekistan lives comfortably in several centuries but is also a forward-looking nation, Deepa Gahlot discovers on a visit to this Central Asian country.

How you can become an architect!

How you can become an architect!

Rediff.com10 Feb 2005

Chakravarthy's new-found success is all thanks to...

Chakravarthy's new-found success is all thanks to...

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Despite doing well in the IPL and domestic cricket over the past two seasons, Varun did not get a recall to the Indian team and that only made him hungrier.

Day after Nasrallah, Israel kills another top Hezbollah leader Qaouk

Day after Nasrallah, Israel kills another top Hezbollah leader Qaouk

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

Qaouk was a commander of Hezbollah's preventative security unit and a member of their executive council.

SC raps Maha govt over preserving Mumbai's green lungs

SC raps Maha govt over preserving Mumbai's green lungs

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

The observations were made by a bench comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and Justice Manoj Misra during the hearing of an appeal filed by the City and Industrial Development Corporation, Navi Mumbai against a Bombay high court verdict.

Why Are Airport Roofs Collapsing?

Why Are Airport Roofs Collapsing?

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Are faulty design, hurried construction and private ownership to be blamed for the incidents of airport roofs crashing?

Pujara wants K L Rahul at No 3; not as opener

Pujara wants K L Rahul at No 3; not as opener

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

Cheteshwar Pujara, who knows a thing or two about grinding the Australian attack in their den, backs K L Rahul to bat at the vital number three slot in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He says the swashbuckling Yashasvi Jaiswal is capable of doing what David Warner did in his prime.

UK auction house withdraws sale of 'Naga Human Skull'

UK auction house withdraws sale of 'Naga Human Skull'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

A United Kingdom auction house has withdrawn a 'Naga Human Skull' from its lots for a live online sale on Wednesday following outcry in India over the issue.

'Bumrah Is A One-Man Army!'

'Bumrah Is A One-Man Army!'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

'Every game that he has been part of, where India has won across formats, you will see that Bumrah has left a big imprint on that game.'

Ex-Union minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Elon Musk clash over EVM issue

Ex-Union minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Elon Musk clash over EVM issue

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

Chandrasekhar -- former minister of state for Electronics and IT -- disagreed with Musk's opinion about EVMs, and argued that the latter's statement was a "huge sweeping generalisation".

We were running out of time: BIC architect

We were running out of time: BIC architect

Rediff.com31 Oct 2011

German architect Hermann Tilke, who designed the Buddh International Circuit for the inaugural Indian F1 Grand Prix, said it was a big challenge to get the track ready in time and he was afraid of missing the deadline.

Maha polls on Nov 20, J'khand to vote on Nov 13 and 20; results on Nov 23

Maha polls on Nov 20, J'khand to vote on Nov 13 and 20; results on Nov 23

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

The assembly polls in Maharashtra will be held in a single phase while Jharkhand polls will be held in two phases, the Election Commission of India announced on Tuesday.

Historic win for BJP-led alliance in Maha; INDIA gets Jharkhand

Historic win for BJP-led alliance in Maha; INDIA gets Jharkhand

Rediff.com24 Nov 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday pulled off a stunning performance in Maharashtra winning a record number of seats to propel the party-led ruling Mahayuti alliance to a landslide victory while the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) stormed back to power in Jharkhand on the back of a spectacular showing by the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha.

Finance Secretary TV Somanathan is new Cabinet Secy

Finance Secretary TV Somanathan is new Cabinet Secy

Rediff.com10 Aug 2024

He will succeed incumbent Rajiv Gauba, who completes his unprecedented five-year term in the top bureaucratic post this month-end.

Women's Asia Cup: Sri Lanka crush Malaysia; Bangladesh outplay Thailand

Women's Asia Cup: Sri Lanka crush Malaysia; Bangladesh outplay Thailand

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

Sri Lanka and Bangladesh produced superlative performances to secure victories over Malaysia and Thailand in group B