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Dom's Take: The race for COVID-19 vaccine

Dom's Take: The race for COVID-19 vaccine

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

Dominic Xavier wonders when human beings can access the vaccine and terminate the mayhem caused by the coronavirus.

Ranbaxy buys 15% stake in Jupiter Bio

Ranbaxy buys 15% stake in Jupiter Bio

Rediff.com29 May 2007

Jupiter Bioscience, a manufacturer of specialised organic compounds, on Tuesday said it has allotted 14.91 per cent stake to Ranbaxy Laboratories through issue of share warrants on preferential basis for Rs 46.70 crore (Rs 467 billion).

Centre gives big push for use of drones in agriculture

Centre gives big push for use of drones in agriculture

Rediff.com22 Jan 2022

The Centre has, perhaps for the first time, decided to provide funding support to farmer-producer organisations, krishi vigyan kendras, custom hiring centres, and individuals for purchasing them.

If England players unite, they can play in IPL: KP

If England players unite, they can play in IPL: KP

Rediff.com12 May 2021

Ashley Giles has indicated that their centrally contracted cricketers might not be available for the IPL

Iyer's return will strengthen team: Dhawan

Iyer's return will strengthen team: Dhawan

Rediff.com12 Sep 2021

Iyer had missed the first leg of the IPL after suffering a shoulder injury during the first ODI between India and England in March.

These two MLAs rule the political and playing arena

These two MLAs rule the political and playing arena

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

the past few days have been hectic for shooter Shreyasi Singh and cricketer Manoj Tiwary, who have been juggling political duties with focused preparation for their respective competitive outings as well.

MI players, support staff return negative COVID-19 results after More's positive test

MI players, support staff return negative COVID-19 results after More's positive test

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

It is learned that Mumbai Indians' training session for Tuesday was cancelled and all the players and support staff underwent COVID-19 tests

WBBL: Harmanpreet, Rodrigues shine for Melbourne

WBBL: Harmanpreet, Rodrigues shine for Melbourne

Rediff.com16 Oct 2021

India captain Harmanpreet Kaur held her nerves under pressure while opener Jemimah Rodrigues scored an invaluable 33 as Melbourne Renegades beat hosts Hobart Hurricanes by six wickets in a Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) match in Hobart on Saturday.

Renewable energy: Investments may cross $15 bn in 2022

Renewable energy: Investments may cross $15 bn in 2022

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

After witnessing cloudy skies this year, the country's renewable energy sector is expected to boom with a likely investment of over $15 billion in 2022 as the government focuses on electric vehicles, green hydrogen, manufacturing of solar equipment as well as achieving the ambitious 175 GW renewable capacity target. India, which has an installed renewable energy generation capacity of a little over 150 GW, aims to reach 175 GW in 2022. Out of the total mix, 100 GW would be from solar, 60 GW from wind, 10 GW from bio-power and 5 GW from small hydro power projects.

Sakshi: 'I wanna see Mahi!'

Sakshi: 'I wanna see Mahi!'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

Sakshi Singh Dhoni takes to Instagram to request the Chennai Super Kings to give her a glimpse of her husband.

SEE: India players warm up with a game of footvolley

SEE: India players warm up with a game of footvolley

Rediff.com18 Dec 2021

The Indian cricket team is gradually increasing its training intensity as it adapts to the higher altitude ahead of the first Test against South Africa, in Centurion, from December 26.

Covid nixes rally scenes for Kangana's Jaya film

Covid nixes rally scenes for Kangana's Jaya film

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

'It is going to be months, if nor years, before any film-maker can shoot large crowds. We might as well get used to making do with CGI.'

Australia's Test against Afghanistan 'likely to be postponed'

Australia's Test against Afghanistan 'likely to be postponed'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

Australia's Test against Afghanistan is likely to be postponed until it is clearer what impact the takeover by the Taliban will have on sport in the country, Cricket Australia chief executive Nick Hockley said.

COVID-19 fallout: No Ranji Trophy for first time in 87 years!

COVID-19 fallout: No Ranji Trophy for first time in 87 years!

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

Shah in his letter spoke about how difficult it was to plan out the domestic calendar for the season in the post COVID world.

Broad 'considered retirement' after Southampton snub

Broad 'considered retirement' after Southampton snub

Rediff.com2 Aug 2020

'Were there thoughts of retirement going round my head? One hundred per cent. Because I was so down'

Shanaka replaces injured Perera as SL captain for India series

Shanaka replaces injured Perera as SL captain for India series

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

Left-arm fast bowler Binura Fernando will miss the three one-dayers against India after spraining his left ankle during practice but will be available for the T20 matches.

'India series can set the ball rolling in right direction for SA'

'India series can set the ball rolling in right direction for SA'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

Fast bowler Lungi Ngidi reckons the upcoming home series against India can set the "ball rolling" in the right direction for South African cricket, which has gone through a transition phase over the past few years while enduring upheavals.

SEE: Kohli sings, dances during RCB karaoke session

SEE: Kohli sings, dances during RCB karaoke session

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

The RCB squad chilled out in the UAE heat by playing a game of pool volleyball before they had plenty to smile and laugh about during the karaoke session in the evening.

Check out the new format for IPL 2022

Check out the new format for IPL 2022

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

The 15th edition of the Indian Premier League will be played across four venues in Mumbai and Pune with the 10 teams divided in two groups, the BCCI said on Friday.

Bio-piracy: India wins case against 15 patents

Bio-piracy: India wins case against 15 patents

Rediff.com26 Apr 2010

The European Patent Office (EPO) has rejected 15 patent applications of various international companies during the past one year after it found they had used India's traditional medicinal knowledge to prepare certain products.

How to DEFEAT the NEXT Pandemic

How to DEFEAT the NEXT Pandemic

Rediff.com3 Nov 2021

Illustrious international thinkers met at the Milken Institute Global Conference 2021 and many discussions addressed the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the world at large.

IPL likely to restart on September 18 or 19 in UAE

IPL likely to restart on September 18 or 19 in UAE

Rediff.com25 May 2021

While BCCI, as of now, will not give up its hosting rights and wait how the COVID-19 situation in India pans out, there is very little chance that countries will want to travel to India which is facing its worst health emergency since independence.

Sri Lanka all-rounder Mathews opts out of India series

Sri Lanka all-rounder Mathews opts out of India series

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

All-rounder Angelo Mathews has taken an indefinite break from national duties but his Sri Lanka team mates have signed tour contracts ahead of the limited-overs series against India.

England IPL players likely to miss Test series against New Zealand

England IPL players likely to miss Test series against New Zealand

Rediff.com15 May 2021

New Zealand will lock horns with England in a two-match Test series

Omicron subvariant BA.2 spreads faster, may cause severe disease: Study

Omicron subvariant BA.2 spreads faster, may cause severe disease: Study

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

The yet-to-be peer-reviewed findings, recently posted on the preprint repository BioRxiv, show that the BA.2 sub variant may have features that make it as capable of causing serious illness as older coronavirus variants.

Class X: Important Bio diagrams you should know

Class X: Important Bio diagrams you should know

Rediff.com25 Feb 2010

Topper experts present a special revision aid to help you improve your drawing skills in Biology.

Why BCCI's state units won't be able to attend IPL

Why BCCI's state units won't be able to attend IPL

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

BCCI inviting officials from its state units for the IPL ceremony and play-offs is conventional practice it follows, whether the tournament is held in India or abroad.

Did you know *this* about Sanju?

Did you know *this* about Sanju?

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

Rajkumar Hirani's blockbuster Sanju completes three years on June 29.

Langer has addressed concerns over his coaching style

Langer has addressed concerns over his coaching style

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

Finch said Langer had cleared the air before flying with the team to West Indies.

Guess how much BCCI will spend on tests during IPL

Guess how much BCCI will spend on tests during IPL

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

The BCCI doesn't want to leave anything to chance as far as safety of players and officials is concerned and the healthcare workers have been put in a separate hotel.

Ranbaxy to buy bio-tech firm Biovel Lifesciensce

Ranbaxy to buy bio-tech firm Biovel Lifesciensce

Rediff.com19 Jan 2010

Ranbaxy Laboratories on Tuesday said it will acquire Bangalore-based Biovel Lifesciences for an undisclosed amount.

Pfizer, AstraZeneca vaccines less effective against Delta

Pfizer, AstraZeneca vaccines less effective against Delta

Rediff.com19 Aug 2021

The researchers analysed 2580,021 test results from nose and throat swabs taken from 384,543 participants aged 18 years or older between December 1, 2020 and May 16, 2021.

T20 World Cup: Teams allowed 15 players, 8 officials

T20 World Cup: Teams allowed 15 players, 8 officials

Rediff.com13 Aug 2021

The ICC has set September 10 as the deadline for participating nations to submit their final 15 players and eight officials, including coaches and support staff.

COVID-19: Skipper Dhull among five still unavailable for Uganda game

COVID-19: Skipper Dhull among five still unavailable for Uganda game

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

After winning the Asia Cup in the UAE, the Indian team had flown to the Caribbean via Amsterdam. A support staff member, who is fine now, had tested positive during the hard quarantine upon arrival in Guyana after catching the infection in transit and it is believed the players contracted the virus from him.

Stupid to blame IPL for England's Ashes debacle: Pietersen

Stupid to blame IPL for England's Ashes debacle: Pietersen

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

'Hardly any of the Test team players play the IPL... So how can you blame the IPL? You can't blame the IPL. It's crazy.'

Warner says visuals of mass cremation during IPL 'terrifying'

Warner says visuals of mass cremation during IPL 'terrifying'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

Australian opener David Warner on Wednesday said it was 'terrifying' to see visuals of mass cremations amid the raging COVID-19 pandemic in India during his stay in the country for the IPL.

'They said casting Alia was a mistake'

'They said casting Alia was a mistake'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2022

'Gangubai required Alia to change her body language, voice, even the look in her eyes.' 'I threw the challenge at her and she was more than up to it.'

IAF could save 100 million litres of fuel annually

IAF could save 100 million litres of fuel annually

Rediff.com3 Jun 2019

'This is a huge step in promoting the 'Make in India' mission as this bio-fuel would be produced from Tree Borne Oils sourced from tribal areas and farmers.'

India's first green train corridor in Tamil Nadu

India's first green train corridor in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

The rail ministry has fitted 7,000 bio-toilets and the target is to fix 30,000 for the year.

Padikkal in isolation, tested COVID positive on March 22

Padikkal in isolation, tested COVID positive on March 22

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

Royal Challengers Bangalore's young batsman Devdutt Padikkal is quarantining at his home in Bangalore since returning positive for COVID-19 during a test conducted on March 22, his IPL franchise said on Sunday.