News for 'Connection Science'

Bihar exam row: Nitish dissolves BSEB probe committee

Bihar exam row: Nitish dissolves BSEB probe committee

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

Bihar government on Monday dissolved a committee constituted by Bihar School Examination Board to probe into alleged irregularities in evaluation of marks in this year's 10+2 examination.

Is this how India is fighting COVID-19?

Is this how India is fighting COVID-19?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

Why did we go into nationwide lockdown when we were adding 100 cases a day and why are we not going into lockdown but allowing cricket stadiums, political rallies and Kumbh Melas when we are adding 40,000 cases a day? asks Aakar Patel.

'Who up there is writing this script?'

'Who up there is writing this script?'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

'How can so many misfortunes fall on one beautiful family?'

An interface to detect COVID-19 from CT scans, X-Rays

An interface to detect COVID-19 from CT scans, X-Rays

Rediff.com8 May 2020

AI tech that study CT scans and X-Rays are being deployed as part of global efforts to tackle the coronavirus pandemic, according to LPU researchers. The system may enable doctors and medical staff even in remotest villages of the country to get quick results on the COVID-19 status of a patient.

Lalu surrenders before CBI court in Ranchi

Lalu surrenders before CBI court in Ranchi

Rediff.com30 Aug 2018

The judge said that Lalu Prasad could also undergo treatment at the Rajendra Institute of Medical Science in Ranchi.

'They didn't consider me for Freddy Mercury, at least they thought I could play Homi Bhabha'

'They didn't consider me for Freddy Mercury, at least they thought I could play Homi Bhabha'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

'What I love about Parsis is that we never take anything seriously.' 'Everyone's making fun of everyone.' 'So, they were like, 'Don't f*** it up, ch****!'.'

My grandfather, Field Marshal Manekshaw

My grandfather, Field Marshal Manekshaw

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

'After he died the phrase that struck me most about him was that 'Sam restored the izaat of the Army'.' Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw's grandson Raoul-Sam Daruwala remembers the man behind the uniform. Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw's grandson Raoul-Sam Daruwala remembers the man behind the uniform.

Malabar Exercise: Samudramanthan Message to China?

Malabar Exercise: Samudramanthan Message to China?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

Although the Malabar is a routine exercise which has been carried out for several years now, security experts attach a lot of traction to it in view of China's assertive behaviour in the South China Sea, observes Rup Narayan Das.

'I Will Remove Corruption From Goa'

'I Will Remove Corruption From Goa'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

'If you weed out corruption, you will bring glory to Goa.'

Infosys co-founder donates $1.8 mn for brain research

Infosys co-founder donates $1.8 mn for brain research

Rediff.com17 Jul 2014

In January, Gopalakrishnan had donated Rs 225 crore (Rs 2.25 billion) to set up a brain research centre in a joint effort between IISc and a trust formed by him and his wife.

The Buddhist Who May Bring Home The Oscar

The Buddhist Who May Bring Home The Oscar

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

'The richness of Buddhism makes it possible for us to create these stories and to interpret them.'

'Monsoon good so far, govt still ready with contingency plan'

'Monsoon good so far, govt still ready with contingency plan'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

India Meteorological Department has predicted deficient rains.

96,000 vaccinators trained for world's largest immunisation exercise

96,000 vaccinators trained for world's largest immunisation exercise

Rediff.com1 Jan 2021

Of the 23.9 million vaccinators who provide vaccination under the universal immunisation programme, 15.4 million will be used for Covid vaccination.

'Hinduism should not lose its USP, and that is tolerance'

'Hinduism should not lose its USP, and that is tolerance'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

Meet 28 year-old Dusyant Sridhar who is a techie by day and an Upanyasakar after work, giving discourses on ancient scriptures.

ISRO's new mission: To fly into people's minds

ISRO's new mission: To fly into people's minds

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Connecting with people is the first step to creating greater awareness for the brand and that in turn, believes ISRO chief K Sivan, will translate into the institution becoming a place that people want to work in.

'My father is a ragpicker. I want to be a neurosurgeon'

'My father is a ragpicker. I want to be a neurosurgeon'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

Asharam Choudhary, son of a ragpicker battled the odds to study at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi.

Covid patients struggle to shake off hospital images

Covid patients struggle to shake off hospital images

Rediff.com24 May 2021

Many of those who have been to Covid hell and back are unable to shake off the memories of their days in hospitals, leading to worries about post-traumatic stress disorder and other anxiety related problems, including insomnia.

China's Covid overtures don't impress India

China's Covid overtures don't impress India

Rediff.com4 May 2021

India has realised that one can only deal with China from a position of strength and that is not palatable to Beijing, observes Dr Rup Narayan Das.

Meet Vijaya Gadde, who spearheaded ban on Trump's Twitter account

Meet Vijaya Gadde, who spearheaded ban on Trump's Twitter account

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

Hyderabad-born Gadde, 45, is Twitter's legal, public policy and trust and safety lead.

How to get your DREAM JOB during recession

How to get your DREAM JOB during recession

Rediff.com27 Nov 2019

It is all about learning new things. The more skills you have, the better your chances of getting hired are, says Sarita Digumarti.

A R Shivakumar: The man with the answer to India's water crisis

A R Shivakumar: The man with the answer to India's water crisis

Rediff.com26 Apr 2017

Nikita Puri visits Sourabha, A R Shivakumar's pioneering eco-friendly home.

Bihar toppers scam: Lalkeshwar Singh, Usha Sinha sent to JC

Bihar toppers scam: Lalkeshwar Singh, Usha Sinha sent to JC

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

All the seven accused have been booked under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.

Colonel Raja Chari Is Ready for Space

Colonel Raja Chari Is Ready for Space

Rediff.com30 Oct 2021

On Sunday morning Eastern US time, four astronauts will zoom into space on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida. Commanding the spaceflight is Raja Chari, a United States Air Force colonel.

India discusses energy security with US

India discusses energy security with US

Rediff.com10 Apr 2006

Energy security concerns figured prominently during talks Minister of Science and Technology Kapil Sibal had with several US senators and Congressmen in Washington.

Why India Must Salute The Soldier's Wife

Why India Must Salute The Soldier's Wife

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

'These ladies have sacrificed their husbands so that you can celebrate your birthday parties and anniversaries.' 'It is your moral duty to treat them right and with respect.' 'When they visit a bank or a hospital, they should not be made to stand in queue, but treated like Presidents or prime ministers.'

Verdict in Unnao rape case against Sengar on Dec 16

Verdict in Unnao rape case against Sengar on Dec 16

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

The expelled BJP MLA is accused of raping the woman in 2017. He is also facing murder charges as the woman was hit by a truck in July. Her two aunts were killed in the accident.

Revealed! The secret to lasting love

Revealed! The secret to lasting love

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

Positive psychology is the key to a happy relationship.

10 simple tips to improve your immunity

10 simple tips to improve your immunity

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

Taking a morning walk in the sun will ensure you get natural vitamin D, which is one of the easiest and most efficient ways of keeping you fit and healthy, says nutritionist Honey Thaker.

Control Covid for economy to recover!

Control Covid for economy to recover!

Rediff.com15 Oct 2020

Unless we control the coronavirus, we are going to struggle to get our economy and country back on track. The spectre of the virus haunts recovery, warns Naushad Forbes.

Why Modi chose Manoj Sinha as J-K lieutenant governor

Why Modi chose Manoj Sinha as J-K lieutenant governor

Rediff.com8 Aug 2020

'Sinha's skills at resolving contradictions will be required to smoothen the functioning of the bureaucracy which has been so fractious that it tripped up even a seasoned bureaucrat like his immediate predecessor, G C Murmu,' notes avid Devadas.

I need Nitish govt for development: PM writes to Bihar

I need Nitish govt for development: PM writes to Bihar

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

In his four-page letter in Hindi, the PM said that better infrastructure and rule of law are imperative for social and economic prosperity and only the NDA can provide that in Bihar.

Ahmed Patel was the go-to man in Congress

Ahmed Patel was the go-to man in Congress

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

He served as an effective link between the party and government during the two terms of the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) between 2004 and 2014. As political secretary to Congress president Sonia Gandhi, he had access to leadership that no other leader in the party had and worked the channels to work out various issues.

Cops collect phone location data to nab JNU attackers

Cops collect phone location data to nab JNU attackers

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

Several students have come forward to share information regarding the Sunday attack after police made a public appeal requesting people to share information, footage and video clips relating to the incident. However, according to police, no one has shared any video footage that they shot themselves.

'I quit Facebook and nobody cared'

'I quit Facebook and nobody cared'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2014

Himalay Oza who deleted his Facebook account a few months ago, tells us how he fought the addiction.

'Putin is a goonda'

'Putin is a goonda'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

'Sholay wallah kahani hai: 'Gabbar Singh aayega, Gabbar Singh aayega.' 'But what is inside Gabbar Singh nobody knows.'

Why Rahul Gandhi lost Amethi

Why Rahul Gandhi lost Amethi

Rediff.com25 May 2019

Lack of organisational network and a strong disconnect with the rural population led to the Congress president's defeat in what until now had been described as a party stronghold.

How to get banks to restart lending to corporates

How to get banks to restart lending to corporates

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

Let all the stakeholders, especially the government, remember that if the Make in India lion needs to roar and rise again, it won't happen unless India Inc rises too, points out Shekaar Subramanian.

Coronavirus: What about the Lab in Wuhan?

Coronavirus: What about the Lab in Wuhan?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

Why did the Chinese military take over the lab in Wuhan in end January? Did something go wrong? Claude Arpi glances at the mystery surrounding the origin of the coronavirus.

India to revive 3-decade-old plan to build first passenger aircraft

India to revive 3-decade-old plan to build first passenger aircraft

Rediff.com17 Feb 2017

The government is expecting to connect small towns with main metros through its Regional Connectivity Scheme

Japan, eyeing Olympics, lines up half-billion doses of COVID-19 vaccine

Japan, eyeing Olympics, lines up half-billion doses of COVID-19 vaccine

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

Some critics contend that Japan's rush to secure supplies is driven largely by a political desire to show the world it is fully committed to hosting the Games.