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Step Into Mahira's Charming Wardrobe

Step Into Mahira's Charming Wardrobe

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Mahira Sharma creates her own Bollywood style tunes.

JN.1: 'No need to press panic button'

JN.1: 'No need to press panic button'

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

'Certain groups should be more cautious, especially the 60-plus population, and the population which suffer from co-morbidities like diabetes and hypertension.'

World Cup meets could see spike in COVID in Brazil

World Cup meets could see spike in COVID in Brazil

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

On World Cup game days, many Brazilians get time off work to pack into bars and restaurants or gather for home barbecues to watch the games, rooting for a national team seeking its sixth world champion title in Qatar.

2 new Omicron subvariants detected by South African scientists

2 new Omicron subvariants detected by South African scientists

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

The Omicron lineages have been named BA.4 and BA.5.

In 2009, Maharashtra minister was a BA; in 2014, he's passed Std V

In 2009, Maharashtra minister was a BA; in 2014, he's passed Std V

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

AAP dared the BJP to arrest Lonikar and make him tour the institutes from where he got his degrees.

Meet IAF's Women Agniveers

Meet IAF's Women Agniveers

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

'Training was incredible and thrilling, be it firing weapons, drill or 10 km runs and push-ups. It gave us unforgettable memories and inculcated soldier like qualities.'

Many hurt as ABVP activists, Left groups clash at JNUSU poll meet

Many hurt as ABVP activists, Left groups clash at JNUSU poll meet

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

While the warring groups blamed the other side for the ruckus, there was no immediate reaction from the JNU administration.

21 cases of JN.1 sub-variant found in 3 states

21 cases of JN.1 sub-variant found in 3 states

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

As many as 21 cases of COVID-19 sub-variant JN.1 have been detected across the country till now, NITI Aayog member (Health) Dr V K Paul said on Wednesday but asserted that there was no need to panic.

UP police arrest techie among 4 linked to Aligarh ISIS module

UP police arrest techie among 4 linked to Aligarh ISIS module

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

According to the release of ATS, banned ISIS literature, mobile phones, and pen drives were seized from the accused.

New Omicron sub-variant detected in countries like India: WHO

New Omicron sub-variant detected in countries like India: WHO

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

A new sub-lineage BA.2.75 of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus has been detected in countries like India and the World Health Organisation is following this, Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said.

Folk singer Neha Singh Rathore gets notice for song criticising Yogi

Folk singer Neha Singh Rathore gets notice for song criticising Yogi

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

The Uttar Pradesh Police has sent a notice to Bhojpuri folk singer Neha Singh Rathore, known for her video 'UP Me Ka Ba', over her latest song which created 'disharmony and tension'.

1,226 cases of JN.1 found in India so far, Karnataka, Andhra top list

1,226 cases of JN.1 found in India so far, Karnataka, Andhra top list

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

A total of 1,226 cases of COVID-19 sub-variant JN.1 have been reported in the country so far with Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh recording the highest number of cases till now, according to the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) on Thursday.

Covid's XBB.1.5 variant cases rise to 7 in India

Covid's XBB.1.5 variant cases rise to 7 in India

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

Of the seven cases, three were found in Gujarat and one each in Karnataka, Telangana, Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan, Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) said.

New Omicron subvariants found in Maharashtra, cases up

New Omicron subvariants found in Maharashtra, cases up

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

Maharashtra has recorded a 17.7 per cent rise in coronavirus cases compared to last week, according to a state health department bulletin.

Muhammad Iqbal never believed in 'Sare Jahan Se Acha': DU VC

Muhammad Iqbal never believed in 'Sare Jahan Se Acha': DU VC

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Iqbal wrote songs supporting the 'Muslim League' and the 'Pakistan Movement'. He was the first to raise the idea of the partition of India and the establishment of Pakistan, the VS said.

Is V K Singh Up For Promotion?

Is V K Singh Up For Promotion?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

General Singh was assigned to receive leaders representing the planet's two superpowers -- the president of the United States and the premier of the People's Republic of China.

Festival season a 'critical period': BMC amid Covid fear

Festival season a 'critical period': BMC amid Covid fear

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

The metropolis saw an upward trend in daily COVID-19 cases in the second week of October.

Who Won The Ramp Game? VOTE!

Who Won The Ramp Game? VOTE!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

Showstoppers stunned in splendid gowns at LFW X FDCI. Take the poll and let us know nailed it.

Maha govt warns of Covid spike citing new variant, festive season

Maha govt warns of Covid spike citing new variant, festive season

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

A health official department bulletin said the XBB variant reported in the state had "growth advantage over BA.2.75 and immune evasive property".

TCS jobs scam: 6 employees, 6 firms banned, says Chandra

TCS jobs scam: 6 employees, 6 firms banned, says Chandra

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Tata Consultancy Services has taken action against six employees after finding them guilty of accepting favours from certain staffing firms in the appointment of contractual workers, Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran said on Thursday. The largest IT services exporter is investigating the role of three more of its employees, Chandrasekaran said while speaking at the TCS annual general meeting in Mumbai. "We have banned six employees and also six companies," he said in response to questions from shareholders.

LS intruder wished to join army, wanted Rs 4000 per month

LS intruder wished to join army, wanted Rs 4000 per month

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Amol Shinde (25), a resident of Zari village in Chakur tehsil of Latur, was arrested on Wednesday along with Neelam, 42, of Haryana's Hisar, after they opened gas canisters that emitted smoke outside the Parliament building and shouted Tanashahi Nahi Chalegi (dictatorship will not be allowed), "Bharat Mata Ki Jai" and "Jai Bhim, Jai Bharat".

New Covid XE variant not more severe than Omicron: Dr Kang of CMC Vellore

New Covid XE variant not more severe than Omicron: Dr Kang of CMC Vellore

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

The World Health Organisation has issued warning against XE, a new variant of Omicron first detected in the UK.

Does India have enough vaccine reserves to combat another Covid wave?

Does India have enough vaccine reserves to combat another Covid wave?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

According to CoWIN data, only 73 vaccination centres are currently active in India, of which 32 are government-run.

BF.7 variant found in several Covid +ve samples of int'l fliers: Govt

BF.7 variant found in several Covid +ve samples of int'l fliers: Govt

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

More than 15 lakh international air passengers have so far been screened and 200 of them have tested positive for COVID-19, Mandaviya said on the sidelines of a book launch.

New Covid strains may lead to spike in hospitalisation, fear experts

New Covid strains may lead to spike in hospitalisation, fear experts

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

An immune-escape Covid-19 strain coupled with the natural spike in influenza and pneumonia cases during winters may lead to a rise in hospitalisation.

Manasvi Should Be Your Next Style Icon

Manasvi Should Be Your Next Style Icon

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

She brings the best of Indian dressing to LA.

Who is Mohan Yadav, BJP's surprise pick for Madhya Pradesh CM

Who is Mohan Yadav, BJP's surprise pick for Madhya Pradesh CM

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Chief Minister-designate Mohan Yadav, an OBC leader and three-time Bharatiya Janata Party MLA, started his political career when he was a student and rose to become higher education minister of Madhya Pradesh where he announced to make Hindu epic Ramcharitmanas as an optional subject in colleges in 2021.

Does A Woman's Career End At 40?

Does A Woman's Career End At 40?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

RediffGURUS Ashwini Dasgupta, Anu Krishna, Dr Karthiyayini Mahadevan and Jinal Mehta answer queries from Rediff readers.

Pretty, Stylish Mahekk

Pretty, Stylish Mahekk

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

She is logging major miles in fashion.

Covid cases are being detected by accident

Covid cases are being detected by accident

Rediff.com30 Apr 2022

'A patient visits for any other treatment, but a routine Covid test finds him to be positive.' 'Not only are they, but their whole family is also coming out to be positive.'

Experts downplay apprehensions centred around Covid XE

Experts downplay apprehensions centred around Covid XE

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

Experts said the strain has not propelled a surge in cases like Omicron, but advised strict adherence to COVID-19-appropriate behaviour.

'New Covid surge is a seasonal wave but spreads faster'

'New Covid surge is a seasonal wave but spreads faster'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

'Seek medical help if after five days of the first symptom the fever has not subsided.'

At 1881 cases, Maha logs highest Covid spike in 4 months; 1242 cases in Mumbai

At 1881 cases, Maha logs highest Covid spike in 4 months; 1242 cases in Mumbai

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

On Monday, the state had recorded 1,036 infections while Mumbai had reported 676 cases. It may be noted that generally fewer cases are recorded on Mondays as fewer tests are carried out during weekends.

DU to drop Pak poet Mohammed Iqbal who penned 'saare jahan se achha'

DU to drop Pak poet Mohammed Iqbal who penned 'saare jahan se achha'

Rediff.com27 May 2023

The university's academic council in a meeting on Friday had passed a motion for the removal of the chapter titled Modern Indian Political Thought.

'Your mother means our mother': Leaders condole death of PM's mother

'Your mother means our mother': Leaders condole death of PM's mother

Rediff.com30 Dec 2022

Leaders from different parties on Friday paid tributes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother Hiraben.

Modi's degree: HC wraps up hearings on Kejriwal's review plea, reserves order

Modi's degree: HC wraps up hearings on Kejriwal's review plea, reserves order

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

One of the key contentions raised by Kejriwal in his review plea is that contrary to Gujarat University's claim about Modi's degree being available online, no such degree is available on the university's website.

Maha Covid spike: Experts say most patients show mild symptoms, fatality low

Maha Covid spike: Experts say most patients show mild symptoms, fatality low

Rediff.com13 Jun 2022

The patients were being administered paracetamol, and not Remdesivir drug, which was used for patients in the first and second COVID-19 waves, they said.

Experts pitch for voluntary use of facemask to meet Covid XE challenge

Experts pitch for voluntary use of facemask to meet Covid XE challenge

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

Voluntary use of masks must be promoted in the country in view of Covid-19's new XE variant, healthcare experts said, calling it the single-most effective intervention against all variants of the coronavirus.

The Most FANTASTIC Pix You Will See!

The Most FANTASTIC Pix You Will See!

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

The World Photography Organisation has revealed the winners for the Sony World Photography Awards 2024.

Covid still a threat, new variant under scanner: WHO chief

Covid still a threat, new variant under scanner: WHO chief

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Director-General of World Health Organisation (WHO) Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus on Friday said though COVID-19 is no longer a health emergency for the world, it is still a 'global health threat' and a new variant of coronavirus is already under the scanner.