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Vikrant: 'Multiple Celebration Of India'

Vikrant: 'Multiple Celebration Of India'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

In a record time of 13 years, the Indigenous Aircraft Carrier Vikrant is now ready for formal induction into the Indian Navy.

National Anti-Doping Bill gets parliament nod

National Anti-Doping Bill gets parliament nod

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

The Parliament on Wednesday passed a bill which seeks to provide a statutory framework for the functioning of the National Anti-Doping Agency and the National Dope Testing Laboratory.

J'khand child panel says Dumka girl a minor, seeks POCSO Act against accused

J'khand child panel says Dumka girl a minor, seeks POCSO Act against accused

Rediff.com31 Aug 2022

The committee said that the girl was a minor as per the class 10 board examination mark sheet and not an adult as claimed by the police.

Discipline not at the cost of freedom, dignity: SC judge in hijab verdict

Discipline not at the cost of freedom, dignity: SC judge in hijab verdict

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

It is necessary to have discipline in schools but not at the cost of freedom and dignity, Supreme Court judge Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia said on Thursday in his judgment on the Karnataka hijab ban row.

The Importance Of Nancy Pelosi

The Importance Of Nancy Pelosi

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

Nancy Pelosi's gritty refusal to backtrack on her plans to visit Taiwan is part of who she is.

Game Streaming the Next Hot Career?

Game Streaming the Next Hot Career?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2022

Game streaming is becoming a serious professional choice for youth, as it allows them to make good money.

'Bad weather poses greatest risk to helicopter flying'

'Bad weather poses greatest risk to helicopter flying'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

'Since the rotors of a helicopter rotate at very high RPMs, if they hit an obstacle -- for example a tree, wire or pole, the result is catastrophic.'

'BCCI should become player centric'

'BCCI should become player centric'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

'There should be total transparency in the system.'

Want to study abroad? Here's why you must start early

Want to study abroad? Here's why you must start early

Rediff.com8 Nov 2014

A student should begin the ground work in classes 9 and 10 in order to gain a clear understanding of what the college application process entails and to be prepared to deal with the pressures that will follow.

The Teacher Who Changed My Life

The Teacher Who Changed My Life

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

On this Teachers Day, I once again bow my head as I remember all the teachers who had taught me in school, college, military academy, army courses and so on. But Ms Shantha Potty Aunty, this one more head bow is specially for you, admirably says Colonel K Thammayya Udupa (retd).

'I would have been the king of limited overs cricket'

'I would have been the king of limited overs cricket'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

'I am not envious of those who are making millions. It's their era and I had my era.'

I wanted to be the best and I worked hard for it: Suryakumar

I wanted to be the best and I worked hard for it: Suryakumar

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

'I enjoy this game, whenever I go in to bat, I put up a show.'

'Nightwatchman' Bommai will stay till polls

'Nightwatchman' Bommai will stay till polls

Rediff.com27 Aug 2022

Success in Karnataka's assembly polls will hinge on two factors: Drop a large number of incumbent MLAs and project Modi and not the state leaders, least of all Bommai.

Agnipath Stir: Thousands Stranded At Stations

Agnipath Stir: Thousands Stranded At Stations

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

'I am helpless and there is no one to help me.' 'I have been on this platform since Saturday.'

Cyrus Mistry: Reclusive scion who let his work do the talking

Cyrus Mistry: Reclusive scion who let his work do the talking

Rediff.com4 Sep 2022

A naturally reclusive nature and a conviction for the work to do the talking meant there was very little known about Mistry even during his time at the helm of Tata Sons. He did not do a single media interview from Bombay House.

'Aamir Khan fights like a child when he plays board games'

'Aamir Khan fights like a child when he plays board games'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

Advait Chandan decodes Aamir Khan.

CBSE 10th, 12th exams to be held from May 4 to June 10

CBSE 10th, 12th exams to be held from May 4 to June 10

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

The results of the board exams will be announced by July 15.

'This is not the BJP that I joined'

'This is not the BJP that I joined'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

'I don't think the Bharatiya Janata Party can claim any USP which was it is a party with a difference.'

8 tips to crack JEE Mains

8 tips to crack JEE Mains

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

It's important to keep the momentum going leading up to the exam. Be consistent in your approach so you can reach your goals, says JEE educator Om Sharma.

Have You Read This Story About Hope?

Have You Read This Story About Hope?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

'The Elephant Whisperers is a hopeful story of respect and cooperation with nature in an era rife with conflict and threat to our beautiful planet.'

Several states, UTs shut schools following Covid surge

Several states, UTs shut schools following Covid surge

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

Several states and union territories, including Maharashtra, Punjab and Delhi, have announced closure of schools or suspended classes briefly till the COVID-19 situation is further reviewed in the wake of rising cases across the country.

Infosys to hire 12,000 techies in US by 2022

Infosys to hire 12,000 techies in US by 2022

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

The company said it will target experienced technology professionals as well as recent graduates from major universities, liberal arts colleges, and community colleges to create the best workforce for the future.

UK logs 93,045 new Covid cases amid surge in Omicron infections

UK logs 93,045 new Covid cases amid surge in Omicron infections

Rediff.com18 Dec 2021

The UK reported 93,045 cases of coronavirus on Friday, another record high for daily infections for the third consecutive day, as Omicron overtook Delta to become the dominant variant in London and Scotland.

Ela Bhatt, whose SEWA empowered unorganised women workers, passes away

Ela Bhatt, whose SEWA empowered unorganised women workers, passes away

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Renowned women's rights activist and founder of the Self Employed Women's Association (SEWA) Ela Bhatt passed away in Ahmedabad on Wednesday due to age-related ailments, her associates said.

Army grants permanent commission to 147 more women SSC officers

Army grants permanent commission to 147 more women SSC officers

Rediff.com14 Jul 2021

"The women officers were re-considered as per directions of the Hon'ble Supreme Court and fresh results have now been de-classified. Consequently, 147 more women officers are being granted PC, taking the total PC granted to 424 out of the 615 officers considered," the ministry said in a statement.

Full text: President Murmu's address to Parliament's Budget Session

Full text: President Murmu's address to Parliament's Budget Session

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

'Wherever in the world there is political instability, those countries are beset with severe crises today. But India is in a much better position than the rest of the world due to the decisions taken by my government in the national interest,' President Droupadi Murmu said in her address to both Houses of Parliament.

Rajnath briefs President Kovind on copter crash

Rajnath briefs President Kovind on copter crash

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday called on President Ram Nath Kovind and briefed him about the chopper crash near Coonoor that killed Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat, his wife Madhulika and 11 armed forces personnel.

Rajnath to brief President Kovind on Gen Rawat's chopper crash

Rajnath to brief President Kovind on Gen Rawat's chopper crash

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

Official sources said Singh will brief President Kovind about the accident as well as the situation arising out of it.

To curb cheating, K'taka students made to wear cartons

To curb cheating, K'taka students made to wear cartons

Rediff.com19 Oct 2019

'Yes, cheating is a problem, but this is not the way to solve it'

'Rishi you are going to be something one day'

'Rishi you are going to be something one day'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2022

'Rishi is brought up with Indian values -- Indian qualities like respect our parents, respect our uncles -- but he is more British.'

Sibal: Common entrance test for college admissions by 2013

Sibal: Common entrance test for college admissions by 2013

Rediff.com17 Feb 2010

Human Resource and Development minister Kapil Sibal announced that efforts are being made to conduct a single-level entrance test by 2013.

Grp Capt Varun Singh had planned to celebrate Shaurya Chakra feat in MP

Grp Capt Varun Singh had planned to celebrate Shaurya Chakra feat in MP

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

Group Captain Singh was conferred with the Shaurya Chakra, India's third highest peacetime gallantry award, in August this year for averting a possible mid-air accident after his Tejas light combat aircraft was hit by a major technical problem last year.

Tendulkar helps shape Dipti's dream

Tendulkar helps shape Dipti's dream

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

Sachin Tendulkar's timely help has helped Dipti Vishvasrao from Maharashtra's Ratnagiri district pursue her dreams of becoming a doctor.

12 killed, 32 injured as burqa-clad terrorists attack Peshawar college

12 killed, 32 injured as burqa-clad terrorists attack Peshawar college

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

The Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan claimed responsibility for the attack.

JEE-Main to be held from July 18-23, NEET on July 26: Govt

JEE-Main to be held from July 18-23, NEET on July 26: Govt

Rediff.com5 May 2020

The two crucial exams were postponed due to the lockdown imposed in the country to combat COVID-19. "JEE-Main will be held from July 18-23, while JEE-Advanced will be held in August. NEET will be conducted on July 26," Nishank said.

Pollution: SC gives Centre, Delhi govt 24 hrs; schools shut

Pollution: SC gives Centre, Delhi govt 24 hrs; schools shut

Rediff.com2 Dec 2021

Stating that 'we cannot...infuse creativity in your bureaucracy', the apex court warned it will have to do something extraordinary if the authorities failed to control pollution.

Historic! Rishi Sunak to be UK's 1st Indian-origin PM

Historic! Rishi Sunak to be UK's 1st Indian-origin PM

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Rishi Sunak on Monday is all set to make history on Diwali as Britain's first Indian-origin prime minister after being elected unopposed as the new leader of the governing Conservative Party, following Penny Mordaunt's withdrawal from the race.

Rishi Sunak likely to become first Indian-origin British PM today

Rishi Sunak likely to become first Indian-origin British PM today

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

With the former prime minister stepping aside on Sunday night saying it was "simply not the right time" for his comeback, the prospect of a Diwali victory for Sunak cannot be ruled out.

Children Will Always Remember Uncle Pai

Children Will Always Remember Uncle Pai

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Uncle Pai, as he was fondly called, inculcated in Indian children a love for and interest in India's glorious past and its heroes.

Maha travellers to K'taka must carry Covid negative report

Maha travellers to K'taka must carry Covid negative report

Rediff.com20 Feb 2021

The Karnataka government on Saturday mandated a negative RT-PCR certificate that is not older than 72 hours for those arriving in the state by flights, buses, trains and personal transport from Maharashtra, following the recent spike in COVID cases there.