News for 'Corona'

Ex Chelsea player Kalou suspended over handshake video

Ex Chelsea player Kalou suspended over handshake video

Rediff.com5 May 2020

The Ivorian apologised for his behaviour which the German Football League described on Twitter as "absolutely unacceptable" and which some media suggested could even hamper the Bundesliga's hopes of re-starting after the coronavirus outbreak.

These celebs have a message on coronavirus for you

These celebs have a message on coronavirus for you

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

Read on to find out what they have to say.

BJP runs into rough weather in Gujarat

BJP runs into rough weather in Gujarat

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

Will the Modi-Shah combine replace Vijay Rupani as Gujarat CM?

'Class act': Rafael Nadal lauds Novak Djokovic for contributing to relief fund

'Class act': Rafael Nadal lauds Novak Djokovic for contributing to relief fund

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

Serbian tennis star Djokovic and wife Jelena Djokovic had announced that they will donate a million euros to help the people of Serbia combat the coronavirus. Nadal has expressed gratitude to Djokovic for contributing to his fund to aid the fight against the coronavirus.

In Israel, people hugging trees to beat Covid-19 blues

In Israel, people hugging trees to beat Covid-19 blues

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

The move comes so as to try to help people overcome the sense of detachment that coronavirus social-distancing rules can bring.

Kumbh and Markaz should not be compared: Uttarakhand CM

Kumbh and Markaz should not be compared: Uttarakhand CM

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

Briefing the media persons, Rawat said, "There is no comparison between Markaz and Kumbh. Markaz was in a closed hall. All the people slept in a single hall with close contacts. They shared blankets. On the contrary, there are 16 ghats in Kumbh. Not just Haridwar, Kumbh is spread from Rishikesh to Nilkanth. Devotees take bath in different ghats at different times."

Woman alleges Covid-positive father died outside Delhi hospital

Woman alleges Covid-positive father died outside Delhi hospital

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

The woman, Amarpreet, took to Twitter earlier in the day, saying, 'My dad is having high fever. We need to shift him to hospital. I am standing outside LNJP Delhi & they are not taking him in. He is having corona, high fever and breathing problem. He won't survive without help. Pls help.' An hour later, she tweeted, 'He is no more. The govt failed us.'

Inspiring! How yoga, zumba keeps this reader FIT

Inspiring! How yoga, zumba keeps this reader FIT

Rediff.com14 May 2020

Rediff reader Hiral Harekar tells us how she stays fit in the lockdown.

Planned after Mumbai terror attack, Modi likely to launch NATGRID soon

Planned after Mumbai terror attack, Modi likely to launch NATGRID soon

Rediff.com12 Sep 2021

"Had corona (COVID-19) not been there, the prime minister would have dedicated NATGRID to the country. I am hopeful that the prime minister will dedicate NATGRID to the country in some time," Union home minister Amit Shah said during the 51st Foundation Day event of the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPRD) here on September 4.

'I hope your son gets coronavirus': Footballer reveals abuse

'I hope your son gets coronavirus': Footballer reveals abuse

Rediff.com28 May 2020

Troy Deeney has declined to take part in the resumption of training, after the stoppage due to the coronavirus pandemic, citing his son's breathing difficulties.

How to be safe and HAPPY: 9 tips from Sakshi Malikk

How to be safe and HAPPY: 9 tips from Sakshi Malikk

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

The Instagram sensation shows you how she spends her day and stays mentally and physically fit.

'Decisive turning point': PM hails approval to vaccines

'Decisive turning point': PM hails approval to vaccines

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

In a series of tweets after the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) approved Oxford's vaccine Covishield and Bharat Biotech's Covaxin for restricted emergency use, Modi said it will make every Indian proud that both the vaccines are made in India.

'Will I be able to celebrate my birthday?' Kids' queries during COVID-19

'Will I be able to celebrate my birthday?' Kids' queries during COVID-19

Rediff.com5 Apr 2020

Parents across the country, and the world, are grappling with an unprecedented challenge of dealing with their children who are too old to be shushed or placated and too young to understand the inexplicable situation the world has found itself in. PTI journalists across India shared experiences and conversations with their children aged 2 to 13, which ranged from cute to poignant and heart-wrenching to humorous, and some with sagacity far beyond their age.

Chhattisgarh scraps tenders for new assembly building

Chhattisgarh scraps tenders for new assembly building

Rediff.com13 May 2021

In view of a surge in COVID-19 cases, the Chhattisgarh government on Thursday cancelled tenders for the construction of the new assembly building and also stopped work on major projects in the state.

97-yr-old Agra man recovers from COVID-19, DM hails him as 'ray of hope'

97-yr-old Agra man recovers from COVID-19, DM hails him as 'ray of hope'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

He is one of the oldest COVID-19 patients in the country to recover successfully.

COVID virus rapidly spreading in rural areas: Modi

COVID virus rapidly spreading in rural areas: Modi

Rediff.com14 May 2021

"India is not a country to lose courage. We will fight and win," he said.

Need to stay alert to Covid threat, vaccination only shield, Modi tells CMs

Need to stay alert to Covid threat, vaccination only shield, Modi tells CMs

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the challenge of the Covid pandemic is not fully over yet, with the increase in coronavirus cases in the last two weeks manifesting the need to stay alert, and underlined that vaccination remains the biggest protective shield against the virus.

Delhi LG orders for institutional-quarantine for each COVID case

Delhi LG orders for institutional-quarantine for each COVID case

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

He also ordered discontinuation 'with immediate effect' of the services of a private agency which was making telephonic contact with home-quarantined individuals to guide them.

COVID-19: Sunrisers Hyderabad to donate Rs 10 crore

COVID-19: Sunrisers Hyderabad to donate Rs 10 crore

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

Sunrisers' initiative drew praise from the team's skipper David Warner.

Protesting farmers don't know what they want: Hema Malini

Protesting farmers don't know what they want: Hema Malini

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

She also said that it was 'not nice' to see towers being vandalised in Punjab.

'Humbled' Maana ready to make splash at Tokyo Olympics

'Humbled' Maana ready to make splash at Tokyo Olympics

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

'...I believe this is just the beginning for me and there is a long way to go ... many more medals to win for India.'

Japan vows to host Olympics even as emergency declared in Tokyo

Japan vows to host Olympics even as emergency declared in Tokyo

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

The Tokyo Olympic games were postponed last year due to the pandemic. The showpiece event will be held from July 23 to August 8, 2021, while the Paralympics will take place from August 24 to September 5, 2021.

Ahead of PM's address, Sonia lauds COVID-19 warriors

Ahead of PM's address, Sonia lauds COVID-19 warriors

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

The Congress interim president also condemned the "misbehaviour" with doctors and said this is against our culture.

VK Singh's tweet sparks questions on health system

VK Singh's tweet sparks questions on health system

Rediff.com18 Apr 2021

Singh's post prompted Twitterati to question the state of the medical infrastructure in the country where even the minister's relatives were struggling.

See: Pathan brothers donate masks to help fight Coronavirus

See: Pathan brothers donate masks to help fight Coronavirus

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

The Pathan brothers have donated 4000 masks to a charitable trust that will then distribute them to the needy.

Stay at home, COVID-19 will run away from India: Sehwag urges

Stay at home, COVID-19 will run away from India: Sehwag urges

Rediff.com21 Mar 2020

Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag, on Saturday, appealed to the countrymen to stay at home as Covid 19 continues to rage.

2nd Covid wave can last up to 100 days: Expert's advisory

2nd Covid wave can last up to 100 days: Expert's advisory

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

'Such waves will keep coming until we attain 70 percent vaccination and herd community. So, do not lower your guard, especially mask'

It's an odd, odd world out there

It's an odd, odd world out there

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

These images prove it's truly a mad, mad world!

Rare 'free' time for BCCI chief Ganguly due to virus scare

Rare 'free' time for BCCI chief Ganguly due to virus scare

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

With the Indian Premier League postponed to April 15 and the BCCI office shut down in the wake of coronavirus pandemic, Board of Control for Cricket in India president Sourav Ganguly has got a welcome off day from his busy schedule. With the sporting world going into a complete shutdown, the ever-busy former India captain got a chance to cool his heels on Wednesday.

Stop spreading rumours about coronavirus: Hafeez urges fans

Stop spreading rumours about coronavirus: Hafeez urges fans

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

Pakistani cricketer Mohammad Hafeez, on Tuesday, made an appeal to the public to not spread rumours about coronavirus and urged everyone to follow the necessary precautions. Earlier in the day, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced the postponement of the PSL amid the coronavirus outbreak. It has said the tournament will be rescheduled. However, new dates are yet to be announced.

Salman won't sing songs in Radhe

Salman won't sing songs in Radhe

Rediff.com24 Oct 2020

'If anyone can do this (get audiences back into theatres) it is Salman Sir. He is the hope after Corona.'

TAX GURU: 'Can this help save capital gain tax?'

TAX GURU: 'Can this help save capital gain tax?'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

Anil Rego, CEO, Right Horizons, answers your personal income tax queries.

Kejriwal offers prayers at Ram Janambhoomi in Ayodhya

Kejriwal offers prayers at Ram Janambhoomi in Ayodhya

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

Delhi chief minister Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday offered prayers at the Ram Janmabhoomi site in Ayodhya, and said his government will include the temple town of Ayodhya in the Delhi government's free pilgrimage scheme.

Is Mamata reason for Uttarakhand CM resignation?

Is Mamata reason for Uttarakhand CM resignation?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2021

Opposition leaders believe this entire plan has been put in place to ensure that Mamata Banerjee is kept out of office in West Bengal.

'Farmers were emulating the science Modi taught us'

'Farmers were emulating the science Modi taught us'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

'If banging thalis could drive corona as Modi said, banging thalis will drive away the farm laws.'

Astronomy Photographs of the Year

Astronomy Photographs of the Year

Rediff.com27 Sep 2021

Astronomy Photographer of the Year, an annual exhibition that showcases the world's greatest space photography, now in its 13th year, has announced its 2021 winners.

India has developed first DNA vaccine for COVID-19: Modi @ UNGA

India has developed first DNA vaccine for COVID-19: Modi @ UNGA

Rediff.com25 Sep 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address at the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly on Saturday, invited the global manufacturers of vaccines to come and make vaccines in India, stressing that the country's "faith is to serve people".

Faced several challenges as CM from day one, says Yediyurappa staring at exit

Faced several challenges as CM from day one, says Yediyurappa staring at exit

Rediff.com24 Jul 2021

Indicating that Monday might be his last day in office, Yediyurappa had recently said that based on the instructions that the central leaders will give him on July 25, he will begin "his work" from July 26.

Modi govt to tomtom 100 cr vaccines at airports, railway stations

Modi govt to tomtom 100 cr vaccines at airports, railway stations

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

Announcements will be made on airplanes, ships, metros and at railway stations when India achieves its target of 100 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses while private carrier Spicejet will wrap its planes with posters of this milestone carrying images of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and health workers, health minister Mansukh Mandaviya said on Thursday.

Between BJP and 2nd term in Uttarakhand stands Covid

Between BJP and 2nd term in Uttarakhand stands Covid

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

As the virus ravaged rural areas, the state BJP figured out it was impossible to underplay or escape its impact on its political plans.