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Trouble in Jammu over temple 'desecration', CM appeals for calm

Trouble in Jammu over temple 'desecration', CM appeals for calm

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

A few incidents of protests were reported in Jammu city even as mobile Internet services remained suspended and policemen deployed in strength to thwart any flare up.

Hong Kong protests: A tech-driven cat-and-mouse battle

Hong Kong protests: A tech-driven cat-and-mouse battle

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

Both protesters and the authorities in Hong Kong are using complex combinations of technology, reports Devangshu Datta.

SC to hear PIL filed against Kejriwal's agitation

SC to hear PIL filed against Kejriwal's agitation

Rediff.com21 Jan 2014

Even as Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal remains adamant about not moving his AAP agitation to Jantar Mantar from Rail Bhawan over a demand for the suspension of 'errant' policemen and full control over the Delhi Police, the Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to hear a public interest litigation filed against the agitation.

Kasganj: 'I'm fine', says man rumoured to be dead

Kasganj: 'I'm fine', says man rumoured to be dead

Rediff.com30 Jan 2018

BJP MP Vinay Katiyar said those who 'support Pakistan' were behind the violence.

Now, pay annual subscription to get airlifted in health crisis

Now, pay annual subscription to get airlifted in health crisis

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

The firm has bought three choppers from Airbus.

Infra sector sees investment revival post the Budget

Infra sector sees investment revival post the Budget

Rediff.com21 Jul 2014

The shares could continue to see outperformance if the Budget assumptions are proved correct

After violent Saturday, Tamil Nadu limps back to normalcy

After violent Saturday, Tamil Nadu limps back to normalcy

Rediff.com28 Sep 2014

Normalcy was returning to Tamil Nadu on Sunday, a day after sporadic violence erupted in several parts of the state in the wake of Chief Minister Jayalalithaa's conviction in the disproportionate assets case.

As a nation we unfortunately do not value lives

As a nation we unfortunately do not value lives

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

'Other countries go out on a limb to save even a single life.' 'What to talk of civilian accidents and disasters, even our military does not have a priority for Combat Search and Rescue,' says Group Captain P I Muralidharan (retd).

Violence continues in Haryana, curfew clamped in 2 more towns

Violence continues in Haryana, curfew clamped in 2 more towns

Rediff.com20 Feb 2016

Haryana remained on the boil on as the Jat stir unleashed fresh incidents of violence and arson even as the Army had to use choppers to reach parts of blocked Rohtak.

Champions League: Ronaldo scores 750th goal; PSG win

Champions League: Ronaldo scores 750th goal; PSG win

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

Cristiano Ronaldo scored the 750th goal of his remarkable career in a 3-0 win over Dynamo Kyiv on Wednesday

50 killed, over 700 injured in China's deadly port explosions

50 killed, over 700 injured in China's deadly port explosions

Rediff.com13 Aug 2015

Powerful explosions tore through a warehouse storing hazardous chemicals in north China's major port city, killing at least 50 people and injuring over 700 others as the twin blasts sent fireballs, cars and containers raining down on panic-stricken residents.

'Black Lives Matter': Thousands protest in US cities

'Black Lives Matter': Thousands protest in US cities

Rediff.com10 Jul 2016

At least five officers were injured. One policeman was hit with a glass bottle and another by fireworks, according to St Paul police.

Gujarat quota row: 8 dead in violence; army called in

Gujarat quota row: 8 dead in violence; army called in

Rediff.com27 Aug 2015

Army was called in on Wednesday to help control widespread violence sparked by quota agitation by Patel community in Gujarat which has claimed seven lives even as curfew was clamped in several areas.

Dholera: Modi's pet project back on the fast track

Dholera: Modi's pet project back on the fast track

Rediff.com25 Oct 2014

Armed with green nod and fund infusion, Gujarat govt getting ready to issue tenders to build infrastructure at the mega investment region

'We may have to ask some people to leave'

'We may have to ask some people to leave'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

'Our liquidity is strong for the next 15-20 days.' 'But if the situation worsens drastically, then we will have to think about laying off people.'

'India has a large percentage of women who want to be self-employed'

'India has a large percentage of women who want to be self-employed'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

GlowRoad, a business network for homemakers, is helping women who want to earn from home.

Rescue ops intensify as Hurricane Harvey kills 50

Rescue ops intensify as Hurricane Harvey kills 50

Rediff.com2 Sep 2017

More than 1,85,000 homes were damaged and 9,000 destroyed as 42,000 people remain in shelters amid overflowing rivers and reservoirs, Texas officials said.

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.

200 mn watched IPL-11 online

200 mn watched IPL-11 online

Rediff.com30 May 2018

'In the next five years both online and TV viewership will grow and complement each other.'

Operators can look at network sharing to deliver high-quality service: Paolo Colella

Operators can look at network sharing to deliver high-quality service: Paolo Colella

Rediff.com21 Mar 2016

The telecom sector is in the midst of another major shift as voice gives way to data.

How those who can't afford masks are dealing with Delhi's toxic air

How those who can't afford masks are dealing with Delhi's toxic air

Rediff.com2 Dec 2018

Rickshaw pullers and construction workers are the worst hit.

Rahul to blame if BJP comes back to power: Kejriwal

Rahul to blame if BJP comes back to power: Kejriwal

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

Kejriwal said the AAP would not have 'dreamt' of forming an alliance with the Congress but agreed to save the country.

'It was scary to see the black sky. To hear gunshots'

'It was scary to see the black sky. To hear gunshots'

Rediff.com25 Aug 2017

'It was frightening to feel that you were in a war-like situation.' 'Why do I have to feel unsafe in my own country?' asks angry Panchkula resident Raashi Sethia.

Why do the Chinese want a train to Sikkim?

Why do the Chinese want a train to Sikkim?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2014

China is spending billions of dollars to improve infrastructure in Tibet and other parts of its border with India. Claude Arpi explains why New Delhi can't afford to ignore Beijing's plans.

The new revolution that is transforming America

The new revolution that is transforming America

Rediff.com23 Sep 2015

The US is still a place for innovation and entrepreneurship, and it is good to see Indian Americans and immigrants contributing to this in a major way, says K V Seshasayee who visited the US after four years and found the gloom had dissipated.

IN PHOTOS: 17 shades of India

IN PHOTOS: 17 shades of India

Rediff.com31 Dec 2015

These photographs show India in various colours and moods in 2015.

EPL Extras: Mourinho vows to be on best behaviour at Stamford Bridge

EPL Extras: Mourinho vows to be on best behaviour at Stamford Bridge

Rediff.com19 Oct 2018

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has promised to show plenty of restraint and respect if he inflicts a first Premier League defeat of the season on his former side Chelsea on Saturday.

62 hurt as Sealdah-Ajmer Express derails; victims claim help came late

62 hurt as Sealdah-Ajmer Express derails; victims claim help came late

Rediff.com28 Dec 2016

At least 62 passengers were on Wednesday injured when 15 coaches of the Sealdah-Ajmer Express derailed while it was crossing a bridge near Rura Railway Station in Kanpur Rural district, the second rail accident in the region in two months.

PM Modi to visit his Parliamentary constituency Varanasi on Friday

PM Modi to visit his Parliamentary constituency Varanasi on Friday

Rediff.com17 Sep 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake a day-long tour of his Lok Sabha constituency on Friday.

Massive fire breaks out on stage at 'Make in India' week event in Mumbai

Massive fire breaks out on stage at 'Make in India' week event in Mumbai

Rediff.com14 Feb 2016

A massive fire broke out on stage at an event for the Make in India week that's being held in Mumbai.

Will Purvanchal go the BJP way?

Will Purvanchal go the BJP way?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2017

In the 2012 election, the BJP's performance was the poorest in Purvanchal, winning only 12 of the region's 112 seats. Will 2017 be different? Will the party ride on Varanasi MP Narendra Modi's charisma?

'Kejriwal is not Rahul Gandhi'

'Kejriwal is not Rahul Gandhi'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2020

If Kejriwal wins the Delhi election, then most regional parties will copy Kejriwal's do's and don'ts of jugaad to win an election against the Modi-Shah juggernaut, reports Sheela Bhatt.

An app for women's safety in a city

An app for women's safety in a city

Rediff.com9 Mar 2015

A new mobile app is allowing women to identify safe zones in a city with the help of crowd-sourced audits

Jallikattu stir turns violent as cops evict protesters

Jallikattu stir turns violent as cops evict protesters

Rediff.com23 Jan 2017

There were incidents of stone-pelting and burning of vehicles and sundry items at various places in protest against the police action.

An Indian with Aladdin's magic carpet

An Indian with Aladdin's magic carpet

Rediff.com15 Feb 2015

The re-imagined Indian Scout is a motorcycle that captures the magic of the Indian spirit, filters it through some modern technology and allows for a unique riding experience.

World Trade Center reopens 13 years after 9/11 attacks

World Trade Center reopens 13 years after 9/11 attacks

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

The 104-storey building's opening marks an emotional milestone for the United States.

'The police wanted to hide their mistakes, so they gunned them down'

'The police wanted to hide their mistakes, so they gunned them down'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

'Every Muslim is painted with the same brush. We are one day linked to SIMI, the next day to Al Qaeda, to Pakistan-based terrorists and now ISIS.'

Monsoon's back! Mumbaikars reel under heavy rains

Monsoon's back! Mumbaikars reel under heavy rains

Rediff.com21 Jul 2015

The metropolis has received heavy rains in the last 24 hours.

Railways in 'severe financial crisis', says Trivedi-led panel

Railways in 'severe financial crisis', says Trivedi-led panel

Rediff.com24 Apr 2015

The panel cautioned against falling into a debt trap.

FIFA Women's WC: Italy, England reach last 16

FIFA Women's WC: Italy, England reach last 16

Rediff.com15 Jun 2019

Italy's Cristiana Girelli bagged a hat-trick and substitute Aurora Galli struck twice as they thrashed Jamaica 5-0 to qualify for the last 16 of the women's World Cup on Friday.