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Pyro Valve Failure: Big Setback For ISRO

Pyro Valve Failure: Big Setback For ISRO

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

'The satellite's condition is healthy.'

UN atomic body seeks details about DU incident

UN atomic body seeks details about DU incident

Rediff.com2 May 2010

The UN atomic watchdog sought more information from India about mishandling of radioactive material by Delhi University on Friday, as the country's nuclear regulator conducted inspections at the varsity campus.

For a slightly higher government capex outlay

For a slightly higher government capex outlay

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

While the capital spending is being maintained at 3.1 per cent of the GDP, a little more would have boosted economic growth even further, suggests Rajiv Memani.

'N-deal won't affect India's atomic programme'

'N-deal won't affect India's atomic programme'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2007

Endorsing Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's assurance to the country that the agreement would not in any way affect the strategic nuclear programme, Sonia said from the days of Jawaharlal Nehru, their policy was one of self-reliance.

40 Years Ago This Day, A PM Was Killed

40 Years Ago This Day, A PM Was Killed

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Indira Gandhi was murdered by her bodyguards on the morning of October 31, 1984. Her death sparked off horrific anti-Sikh riots, killing over 3,000 innocent Indians.

India To Go For Small Modular Reactors

India To Go For Small Modular Reactors

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

The Indian government has come out with a nice name for its tried and tested 220MW pressurised heavy water reactor -- Bharat Small Reactor.

Pakistan police rescue kidnapped atomic officials

Pakistan police rescue kidnapped atomic officials

Rediff.com16 Jan 2007

On Monday, Pakistan Foreign Office Spokesperson Tasnim Aslam during a media briefing declined to answer a question relating to the kidnapping saying that she had no information on it.

Four Pakistan atomic commission officials abducted

Four Pakistan atomic commission officials abducted

Rediff.com15 Jan 2007

The office was established a few years back following discovery of high-grade uranium in the area.

Search on around Kakrapar atomic plant

Search on around Kakrapar atomic plant

Rediff.com23 Aug 2006

The Central Industrial Security Force had on Tuesday night called off the search operation within the plant premises.

No threat to Kakrapar atomic plant

No threat to Kakrapar atomic plant

Rediff.com22 Aug 2006

Is Nuclear Deal PM Singh's Biggest Achievement?

Is Nuclear Deal PM Singh's Biggest Achievement?

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

The India-US nuclear deal was aimed at ending India's nuclear isolation and nuclear apartheid, recalls Rup Narayan Das.

'Even If We Have To Die, We Won't Let This Port Come Up'

'Even If We Have To Die, We Won't Let This Port Come Up'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

'Modi knows the people here are opposed to this project, but he is using the might of government to push this port down our throats.'

Rs 1600 cr being spent to keep Ganga 'dip-safe' for Kumbh Mela

Rs 1600 cr being spent to keep Ganga 'dip-safe' for Kumbh Mela

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

The Uttar Pradesh government is taking comprehensive measures to ensure the Ganga River is "dip-safe" during the Maha Kumbh, a massive religious gathering. This includes daily water testing, a 200-km temporary drainage system for greywater, and state-of-the-art technology to manage human waste. Authorities are also emphasizing the importance of keeping the river clean by removing pooja waste and encouraging the use of reusable items.

Govt to rope in pvt sector to build small N-reactors

Govt to rope in pvt sector to build small N-reactors

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Presenting the Union Budget, Sitharaman announced that the government will partner with the private sector to set up Bharat Small Reactors and in the research and development of small modular reactors.

Over 4 lakh students to lose 5 marks in NEET-UG after SC order

Over 4 lakh students to lose 5 marks in NEET-UG after SC order

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

The NTA had treated the two options as correct answers to the Physics question and had granted four marks to those examinees who had marked these options.

Target: Global atomic lockdown in 4 years

Target: Global atomic lockdown in 4 years

Rediff.com14 Apr 2010

The communique issued at the end of the Summit, which saw the participation of 47 countries constitutes a political commitment by the participating countries on a "voluntary basis" the actionable portions of this work plan.

How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb

How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb

Rediff.com15 Sep 2004

Kalpakkam atomic station goes on alert for Nilam

Kalpakkam atomic station goes on alert for Nilam

Rediff.com31 Oct 2012

Currently, both the reactors at MAPS were operating "safely", its director K Ramamurthy said in a statement as 'Nilam' cyclone was expected to cross Tamil Nadu-Andhra Coast close to Chennai in the evening

Cillian Murphy Dedicates His Oscar To...

Cillian Murphy Dedicates His Oscar To...

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Accepting his Best Actor Oscar for the biopic Oppenheimer, Irish actor Cillian Murphy gave a shout-out to his homeland, saying, 'I'm a very proud Irishman standing here tonight.'

Re-attempting IIT-JEE? These Tips Can Help

Re-attempting IIT-JEE? These Tips Can Help

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

Instead of repeating the same study patterns, focus on creating a more efficient schedule that prioritises building a strong foundation in maths, physics and chemistry, advises Rohit Gupta, COO, College Vidya.

Russia to help India build small tropical nuclear power plants

Russia to help India build small tropical nuclear power plants

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

India on Tuesday said cooperation in peaceful uses of nuclear technology is an important pillar of the multifaceted cooperation with Russia, which offered help in building small tropical nuclear power stations.

China for no-first-use of atomic weapons

China for no-first-use of atomic weapons

Rediff.com30 Apr 2012

Promising to strictly adhere to policy of no-first-use of atomic weapons, China on Monday called on other nuclear weapons states to "abandon the nuclear deterrence policy based on first use".

Modi, Macron fly together to Marseille, open new Indian consulate

Modi, Macron fly together to Marseille, open new Indian consulate

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron have called for enhancing trade and investment ties between their countries and committed to further deepening their engagement in the Indo-Pacific. They discussed a full spectrum of bilateral relations, including key global and regional issues, and stressed the urgent need for reform in the United Nations Security Council. The leaders also underscored their commitment to ensuring the global AI sector can drive positive social, economic, and environmental outcomes.

Intl cooperation required in atomic field: Govt

Intl cooperation required in atomic field: Govt

Rediff.com21 Nov 2007

Minister of State in the PMO Prithviraj Chavan said India needed to have international cooperation to acquire uranium technology and fuel which is insufficient in the country. Noting that all countries in the world had uranium-based nuclear programmes, he said that India is deficient in the fuel and whatever reserves existed would be exhausted after some time. He allayed the impression that the government was not exploiting thorium, which is available in sufficient quantity.

No damage to Iran's nuclear sites amid Israel attack: IAEA

No damage to Iran's nuclear sites amid Israel attack: IAEA

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

In a statement released on Friday, the United Nations Atomic Watchdog said it is monitoring the situation very closely.

Smartphones: Want Atom Life or Jaq3?

Smartphones: Want Atom Life or Jaq3?

Rediff.com15 May 2007

The O2 Xda Atom Life's size does not hamper the use of this feature-packed smart phone.

The Woman I Admire: My Wife

The Woman I Admire: My Wife

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

During my struggling days both at the personal and professional level, my wife has always stood by my side, says Eakanath Lote.

'Dr Singh Didn't Take Orders From Sonia Gandhi'

'Dr Singh Didn't Take Orders From Sonia Gandhi'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

'Mrs Gandhi had nothing to do in the day-to-day working of Dr Singh's government.' 'People say Mrs Gandhi's office used to give orders, which is nonsense.'

Russia Offers India Role In Arctic Sea Route

Russia Offers India Role In Arctic Sea Route

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Indian and Russian officials have discussed Indian-Russian cargo transit along the Northern Sea route, joint projects in Arctic shipbuilding and possible training of Indian sailors for polar navigation.

Govt proposes to set up Atomic Parks

Govt proposes to set up Atomic Parks

Rediff.com9 Mar 2006

More predictable and liberal licensing has led to expanded high-technology commerce between India and the US, he said.

Russia Eyes India To Sell Small Nuclear Plants

Russia Eyes India To Sell Small Nuclear Plants

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

The major advantages of such plants are no need of land to build the reactors, earthquake resistant, abundance of water for active or passive cooling.

Japan remembers Hiroshima on 71st anniversary of atomic bombing

Japan remembers Hiroshima on 71st anniversary of atomic bombing

Rediff.com6 Aug 2016

During the solemn ceremony, Hiroshima mayor Kazumi Matsui recalled the visit by Obama in his peace declaration, citing the president's historic speech.

InterGlobe launches Atom in India at Rs 85 lakh!

InterGlobe launches Atom in India at Rs 85 lakh!

Rediff.com2 Nov 2011

Diversified business house InterGlobe Enterprises on Wednesday said it has launched British sportscar maker Ariel Motor's Atom range of cars in India, priced up to Rs 85 lakh.

Kazakhstan to supply fuel to India's atomic plants

Kazakhstan to supply fuel to India's atomic plants

Rediff.com26 Jan 2009

Both the countries have formed a strategic partnership for setting up joint projects in construction, oil and gas, minerals and metallurgy. Besides, Kazakhstan will supply uranium to India for peaceful purpose.

India maintained assertive approach along LAC in 2024

India maintained assertive approach along LAC in 2024

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

In a year bookended by intractable conflicts and geopolitical fragmentation, India focused on ramping up military prowess by broadly firming up defence procurement worth Rs 4.22 lakh crore even as Indian and Chinese militaries completed pulling back their troops from border face-off points in eastern Ladakh.

Atalji@100: Vajpayee's Unmatched Legacy

Atalji@100: Vajpayee's Unmatched Legacy

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

It was good fortune for India to have Atal Bihari Vajpayee lead the government at a crucial moment in our history. He avoided India meeting the fate of Iraq or Ukraine, asserts military historian Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

PM launches 3 supercomputers, says tech upgradation should empower the poor

PM launches 3 supercomputers, says tech upgradation should empower the poor

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said a country can aim for high achievements only if it has a big vision and asserted that technology upgradation should be to empower the poor. Speaking after launching via video link three PARAM Rudra supercomputers, developed indigenously under National Supercomputing Mission, Modi asserted that today's India is carving new opportunities in the infinite sky of possibilities. Modi said his government has taken steps to ensure research in technology benefits the common man.

'Amend Atomic Energy Act to formalise nuke deal'

'Amend Atomic Energy Act to formalise nuke deal'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2006

A Republican Congressman has mooted a proposal to amend the US Atomic Energy Act, 1954, so that it could formalise the civilian nuclear deal reached between India and the United States early in March.

PIC: This super computer is made of just 300 atoms!

PIC: This super computer is made of just 300 atoms!

Rediff.com26 Apr 2012

Australian scientists along with other international team claim to have designed a tiny crystal, made of just 300 atoms, capable to run a quantum computer so powerful that it would take a computer of the size of the known universe to match it.

'Raj Kapoor Lost His Cool Most Of The Time'

'Raj Kapoor Lost His Cool Most Of The Time'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Rahul Rawail remembers his mentor Raj Kapoor.