News for 'Control'

Nepal floods: MEA sets up round-the-clock control room in Delhi

Nepal floods: MEA sets up round-the-clock control room in Delhi

Rediff.com3 days ago

In view of the flood situation in Nepal, the ninistry of external affairs has set up a round-the-clock control room here to assist people.

Iran nears control of Hormuz under proposed Oman deal

Iran nears control of Hormuz under proposed Oman deal

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

A proposed deal between Iran and Oman could grant Tehran control over vessels entering the Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz, according to a senior Iranian source and two regional officials who spoke to Reuters on Wednesday, in what represents one of the most significant concessions made to Iran to date.

NEET-UG paper leak chargesheet cites accused's gate control app, digital trail

NEET-UG paper leak chargesheet cites accused's gate control app, digital trail

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

The CBI has filed a charge sheet in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case, relying heavily on digital forensic evidence including an access control app and call data records. The investigation revealed that three NTA subject experts allegedly exploited procedural gaps to leak confidential questions for money, involving a beautician and a coaching centre owner in the distribution of the leaked material to aspirants.

Sena split: SC says party controls legislature wing, but MLAs need 'elbow room'

Sena split: SC says party controls legislature wing, but MLAs need 'elbow room'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

The Supreme Court, hearing pleas on the Shiv Sena split, observed that a political party retains control over its legislature wing and its valid decisions must prevail, but also advocated for granting 'elbow room' to elected representatives for political decisions if a majority 'genuinely disagree' with party directions.

Padikkal's maiden ton puts India in control on Day 1 vs Sri Lanka

Padikkal's maiden ton puts India in control on Day 1 vs Sri Lanka

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

Devdutt Padikkal's maiden Test century put India firmly in control on the opening day of the first Test against Sri Lanka, with the visitors reaching 288/2 at stumps.

1st Test: Tanzid's maiden century puts Bangladesh in control on Day 2

1st Test: Tanzid's maiden century puts Bangladesh in control on Day 2

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Opener Tanzid Hasan's maiden Test century and a fluent fifty from Najmul Hossain Shanto put Bangladesh in control against Australia, on Day 2 of the first Test in Darwin on Friday.

'Focus On Things That Are In My Control': How Shubman Gill Handles Pressure

'Focus On Things That Are In My Control': How Shubman Gill Handles Pressure

Rediff.com19 Jul 2026

Indian cricket captain Shubman Gill shared his approach to handling pressure, focusing on controllable factors and avoiding external influences.

When Love Becomes Controlling

When Love Becomes Controlling

Rediff.com29 May 2026

In coercive controlled relationships, the same person causing emotional harm may also become the person providing comfort afterward, explains Tanvi Singh.

Trump announces 'biggest oil deal in world history' with Venezuela

Trump announces 'biggest oil deal in world history' with Venezuela

Rediff.com1 days ago

Donald Trump announced a landmark agreement with Venezuela, claiming it to be the 'biggest oil deal in world history'. The deal reportedly grants the US majority control over more than 65 billion barrels of Venezuela's proven crude oil reserves, aiming to double American oil reserves and lower domestic gasoline prices.

Over 100 Maha tourists stranded in flood-affected Nepal

Over 100 Maha tourists stranded in flood-affected Nepal

Rediff.com3 days ago

State officials report that at least 114 tourists from Maharashtra are estimated to be stranded in flood-hit Nepal, with 53 confirmed safe. The Maharashtra government has initiated coordination efforts with tour agencies and central authorities, establishing helplines and control rooms to assist and gather information on those affected by the devastating flash floods.

Second Test: England seize command at Lord's, leave Pakistan facing another heavy defeat

Second Test: England seize command at Lord's, leave Pakistan facing another heavy defeat

Rediff.com2 days ago

England seized total control at Lord's after bowling Pakistan out for 110, building a 261-run lead as Ollie Robinson and Jofra Archer dismantled their batting.

5 Entities With 62% Voting Rights Behind Subhash Chandra's Rs 6.5 Cr Insolvency Plan Getting NCLT Nod

5 Entities With 62% Voting Rights Behind Subhash Chandra's Rs 6.5 Cr Insolvency Plan Getting NCLT Nod

Rediff.com8 hours ago

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has approved media baron Subhash Chandra's personal insolvency resolution plan, which proposes to pay Rs 6.5 crore against admitted creditor claims of approximately Rs 22,006.57 crore, despite allegations from dissenting lenders that five family-linked entities controlled 61.78 per cent of the voting share.

Deep Dasgupta reveals how Sourav Ganguly's bold mindset transformed Team India

Deep Dasgupta reveals how Sourav Ganguly's bold mindset transformed Team India

Rediff.com1 days ago

Deep Dasgupta said Sourav Ganguly's "I am the king" mindset transformed India's response to sledging, encouraging teammates to openly give back instead of silently channelling their anger.

Cockroaches, gutka packet: FSSAI slaps notices on Delhi's JW Marriott, Andaz

Cockroaches, gutka packet: FSSAI slaps notices on Delhi's JW Marriott, Andaz

Rediff.com3 days ago

India's food safety regulator, FSSAI, has issued notices to five-star hotels JW Marriott and Andaz Delhi following inspections that revealed serious hygiene and food-safety violations, including cockroach infestations, expired food, poor sanitation, and improper food storage.

LaLiga: Barcelona secure first home win of season against Athletic Bilbao

LaLiga: Barcelona secure first home win of season against Athletic Bilbao

Rediff.com2 days ago

Raphinha and Fermin Lopez scored for Barcelona in their 2-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao at the Camp Nou, marking their first home win of the LaLiga season and putting them level on points at the top of the table.

Semwal, Rathi Advance In Maharashtra State Open Squash

Semwal, Rathi Advance In Maharashtra State Open Squash

Rediff.com1 days ago

Top seed Om Semwal outplayed Vir Beri, while Aarav Rathi also secured an easy victory in their respective matches at the 49th Bombay Gymkhana Maharashtra State Open Squash Tournament, advancing to the next rounds.

Bihar Police, Students Clash Over BPSC Exam Demands

Bihar Police, Students Clash Over BPSC Exam Demands

Rediff.com5 days ago

Thousands of students clashed with Bihar Police in Patna while attempting to march to the chief minister's residence, protesting against the Bihar Public Service Commission's (BPSC) examination system and alleged irregularities.

Nepal morgues overwhelmed as bodies wash up far downstream

Nepal morgues overwhelmed as bodies wash up far downstream

Rediff.com2 days ago

Devastating Bhote Koshi floods in Nepal have led to a surge in recovered bodies, overwhelming morgues across several districts. Authorities are setting up temporary facilities and preparing for the management of unidentified remains as identification efforts continue.

India sees Rs 4,896 crore FDI in 29 projects after easing China stake norms

India sees Rs 4,896 crore FDI in 29 projects after easing China stake norms

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

India has attracted foreign direct investment (FDI) worth approximately 4,896 crore across 29 projects since May, following the government's relaxation of norms under Press Note 2 of 2026. The revised rules permit investment without government approval from entities with up to 10 per cent non-controlling ownership by land-bordering countries.

Odisha govt lens on Vedanta plant over excess water usage

Odisha govt lens on Vedanta plant over excess water usage

Rediff.com2 days ago

Vedanta Ltd's aluminium plant in Jharsuguda, Odisha, is under regulatory scrutiny by the state's Water Resources department regarding its water sources and drawal history. This follows a complaint alleging unauthorised groundwater extraction and previous financial demands for illegal water use, with the National Green Tribunal also seeking responses on environmental concerns.

Diane Parry Triumphs In Monterrey For First WTA Singles Title

Diane Parry Triumphs In Monterrey For First WTA Singles Title

Rediff.com18 hours ago

Diane Parry defeated Elise Mertens in a three-set thriller at the Monterrey Open final to claim her first WTA singles title.

Delhi to ban construction during winter to curb pollution

Delhi to ban construction during winter to curb pollution

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced a complete ban on construction activities from December 10 to January 20 to combat severe winter air pollution. The government will use its AI-powered Dust Portal 2.0 and AI-enabled cameras to monitor construction sites over 500 square metres in real-time, issuing alerts and fines for violations. Citizens are encouraged to report non-compliance.

'You Can't Over-Rule A Supreme Court Judgment By Making A Law'

'You Can't Over-Rule A Supreme Court Judgment By Making A Law'

Rediff.com5 days ago

'This government is in the very bad habit of doing so again and again. It has done so many times.'

Anil Menon, Sophie Adenot back on spacewalk to finish ISS antenna job

Anil Menon, Sophie Adenot back on spacewalk to finish ISS antenna job

Rediff.com5 days ago

Astronauts Anil Menon and Sophie Adenot successfully completed a spacewalk to install a replacement Ku-band communications antenna on the International Space Station. This critical task, which they had previously attempted, restores communications redundancy for the orbital laboratory. Menon, on his third spacewalk, and Adenot, on her second, were assisted by fellow NASA astronauts Jack Hathaway and Jessica Meir.

BCCI AGM: IPL Governing Council appointments on agenda

BCCI AGM: IPL Governing Council appointments on agenda

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Mumbai on September 18. Key agenda items include granting associate membership to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands cricket association, electing two posts for the IPL Governing Council, and appointing the BCCI Ombudsman and Ethics Officer.

RBI's New Data Rules Force Banks, NBFCs to Rework Fintech Partnerships

RBI's New Data Rules Force Banks, NBFCs to Rework Fintech Partnerships

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian banks and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) are undertaking a comprehensive review and reset of their engagement terms with fintech firms, driven by the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) draft Guidance on Regulatory Expectations for Data Governance and the stringent compliance requirements of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, and its 2025 Rules.

Maha FDA suspends licences of 5 Mumbai Cricket Association eateries

Maha FDA suspends licences of 5 Mumbai Cricket Association eateries

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has suspended the food licences of five outlets at the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) premises over the alleged violation of food safety norms, flagging deficiencies in food handling, storage, refrigeration and sanitation.

Tri-series T20: Dewald Brevis fires South Africa to easy win over Zimbabwe

Tri-series T20: Dewald Brevis fires South Africa to easy win over Zimbabwe

Rediff.com1 days ago

Dewald Brevis smashed an unbeaten 75 off 32 balls as South Africa bounced back from their Namibia defeat, chasing Zimbabwe's 144 for eight with 38 balls remaining.

Men's Hockey World Cup: Germany's defensive wall delivers historic fourth title

Men's Hockey World Cup: Germany's defensive wall delivers historic fourth title

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Germany retained the Men's Hockey World Cup with a disciplined 1-0 victory over Spain, matching Pakistan's record four titles, while Argentina secured bronze by defeating the Netherlands.

Chinese Robot runs 100m faster than Usain Bolt's record

Chinese Robot runs 100m faster than Usain Bolt's record

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Chinese humanoid robot, Tiangong Ultra, achieved a remarkable feat by running the 100 metres in 8.64 seconds, surpassing Usain Bolt's human world record. This achievement occurred at the second World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, showcasing significant advancements in robot mobility and embodied artificial intelligence. The event highlighted the rapid progress in robotics, with spectators noting improved capabilities and developers seeing it as a crucial test bed for future applications.

Shubman Gill upbeat on WTC final hopes despite frustrating Sri Lanka draw

Shubman Gill upbeat on WTC final hopes despite frustrating Sri Lanka draw

Rediff.com3 days ago

Shubman Gill remains hopeful of India reaching the WTC final, but the team must win at least six of their remaining seven Tests.

Keshav Maharaj sees a 'real gem' in Manav Suthar after dream start to Test career

Keshav Maharaj sees a 'real gem' in Manav Suthar after dream start to Test career

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

Keshav Maharaj hails Manav Suthar as a rare left-arm spin talent, praising his control and variations while backing him to carry India's Test spin legacy.

Anthropic Restores Fable 5, Mythos 5 Access After US Lifts Export Controls

Anthropic Restores Fable 5, Mythos 5 Access After US Lifts Export Controls

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Artificial intelligence major Anthropic has reinstated access to its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models after the US government lifted export controls imposed due to national security concerns over a "jailbreak" vulnerability. The company has implemented new safeguards and is collaborating with major tech firms to develop a framework for addressing AI model vulnerabilities. India, a significant market for Anthropic, will see Fable 5 available globally, while Mythos 5 access expands under Project Glasswing.

India on brink of series sweep despite Sri Lanka's brief fightback

India on brink of series sweep despite Sri Lanka's brief fightback

Rediff.com4 days ago

India is on the verge of a comprehensive series-sweeping victory against Sri Lanka in the second and final Test, despite a defiant 115-run partnership between Pasindu Sooriyabandara (92) and Kamindu Mendis (55) in Sri Lanka's follow-on innings.

US C-17 military plane lands in Moscow amid airspace curbs, mission unclear

US C-17 military plane lands in Moscow amid airspace curbs, mission unclear

Rediff.com5 days ago

An American Boeing C-17A Globemaster III military transport aircraft reportedly landed in Moscow on Monday morning, according to online air traffic monitoring systems, Russian news agency TASS reported.

Sebi to overhaul SME listing framework, tighten AI/ML accountability in financial markets

Sebi to overhaul SME listing framework, tighten AI/ML accountability in financial markets

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is set to undertake a comprehensive overhaul of the small and medium enterprise (SME) listing framework and tighten accountability around the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in financial markets, Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey announced.

'I Say 'Don't Cast Me, It's Bad For Your Film''

'I Say 'Don't Cast Me, It's Bad For Your Film''

Rediff.com1 days ago

'I've 'de-sold' myself to a few films.'

Gandak water levels recede in Bihar, easing flood concerns

Gandak water levels recede in Bihar, easing flood concerns

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Gandak river's water level in Bihar is showing a receding trend, bringing relief to low-lying areas after flash floods in Nepal caused a surge. Despite a marginal rise due to late-night rainfall in Nepal, authorities are monitoring the situation closely, with no adverse impact on embankments reported.

Yamaha Enters India's 200cc Sportsbike Segment with YZF-R2

Yamaha Enters India's 200cc Sportsbike Segment with YZF-R2

Rediff.com2 days ago

The all-new, globally first YZF-R2 is priced from Rs 2,30,500 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Iran vows to 'correct' Trump's Hormuz 'delusions'

Iran vows to 'correct' Trump's Hormuz 'delusions'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Iran has strongly rejected former US President Donald Trump's assertion that the Strait of Hormuz is 'NEW U.S. TERRITORY', with top officials warning that his 'delusions' would be 'corrected' and highlighting the gap between Washington's claims and its actual influence over the strategic waterway.