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Kerala's KITE Launches 'Cyber Safety Protocol 2026' for Schools

Kerala's KITE Launches 'Cyber Safety Protocol 2026' for Schools

Rediff.com1 days ago

Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE) has published the 'Cyber Safety Protocol 2026' to ensure a secure digital learning environment and robust cyber defences for students in Kerala's public school system.

Foreign mining firms assure rare-earth oxide supply under PLI scheme

Foreign mining firms assure rare-earth oxide supply under PLI scheme

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Major foreign mining and refining companies have assured the Indian government that they will have sufficient stocks of rare-earth oxides to supply to the winning bidders under the country's production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for indigenous manufacturing of rare-earth permanent magnets (REPMs), Business Standard has learnt.

EPL: Arsenal, Liverpool held; United down City

EPL: Arsenal, Liverpool held; United down City

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Arsenal took a seven-point lead at the top of the Premier League after a scoreless draw with Nottingham Forest on Saturday.

Comeback kings Villa stun Chelsea; Arsenal, City win

Comeback kings Villa stun Chelsea; Arsenal, City win

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

After Saturday's 2-1 win at Chelsea - their 12th in 13 league matches - Aston Villa have claimed 18 points from losing positions so far this season, more than any other team.

ATF price hiked by steep 7.5%, commercial LPG rate cut by Rs 58.5

ATF price hiked by steep 7.5%, commercial LPG rate cut by Rs 58.5

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

The price of jet fuel (ATF) was sharply increased by 7.5 per cent on Tuesday, while the cost of LPG used in commercial establishments was reduced by Rs 58.50 per cylinder, reflecting shifts in international benchmark rates. After three rounds of price cuts, aviation turbine fuel (ATF) price was increased by Rs 6,271.5 per kilolitre, or 7.5 per cent, to Rs 89,344.05 per kl in the national capital - home to one of the busiest airports in the country, according to state-owned fuel retailers.

Rare earth curbs to hit EV, RE, defence sectors

Rare earth curbs to hit EV, RE, defence sectors

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

India's macroeconomic health is in a "relative goldilocks situation", and although the risk of higher landed oil prices, due to insurance cost surges and closure of choke points due to the brief Israel-Iran war, has receded, it is "too soon to sound the 'all clear' for the rest of the year", the Finance Ministry said on Friday.

Auto industry seeks govt's help for rare earth import from China

Auto industry seeks govt's help for rare earth import from China

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

The automobile industry has sought government support in expediting approvals from the Chinese government for importing rare earth magnets used in various applications, including passenger cars. As per the industry sources, various domestic suppliers have already sought approval from the Chinese government through their local vendors in China.

PSG stars dominate Ballon d'Or shortlist

PSG stars dominate Ballon d'Or shortlist

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Nine players from treble-winning Paris St Germain have been nominated for the men's Ballon d'Or this year along with the club's coach Luis Enrique as France Football announced the list of nominees on Thursday.

Wimbledon's Greatest: Every Men's Champ Since 1877

Wimbledon's Greatest: Every Men's Champ Since 1877

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Jannik Sinner defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a high-octane final to claim his maiden Wimbledon trophy and fourth Grand Slam crown on Sunday.

PIX: Can you handle these red carpet moments?

PIX: Can you handle these red carpet moments?

Rediff.com2 May 2019

Dare you look away from these stunners.

Mayhem at Las Vegas shooting revealed in images

Mayhem at Las Vegas shooting revealed in images

Rediff.com2 Oct 2017

Hundreds of bullets rained down on a jam-packed outdoor concert at the Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino along the Las Vegas Strip late Sunday, killing at least 20 people and wounding scores more as terrified spectators ran for their lives, according to police and hospital officials. Here are heartbreaking scenes from the shooting site.

FA Cup shocker! Liverpool crash out in stunning upset

FA Cup shocker! Liverpool crash out in stunning upset

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

A much-changed Liverpool were dumped out of the FA Cup by struggling second-tier side Plymouth Argyle, who pulled off a stunning 1-0 fourth round win.

A Win For India: Ricky Kej Bags Grammy

A Win For India: Ricky Kej Bags Grammy

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

'Thank you to everyone who ever collaborated, hired, or listened to my music. I exist because of you'

BAFTA 2025: Mikey Madison, Adrien Brody Win

BAFTA 2025: Mikey Madison, Adrien Brody Win

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

The BAFTAs were held at London's Royal Festival Hall on February 16.

'Not My President' protests continue across US against Trump

'Not My President' protests continue across US against Trump

Rediff.com14 Nov 2016

Here's a look at some of the protests which has unravelled in America post the elections.

PIX: PSG thrash Lille; Atletico go top of LaLiga

PIX: PSG thrash Lille; Atletico go top of LaLiga

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

A summary of Saturday's action in Ligue 1, LaLiga and Bundesliga.

8 really cool gadgets we saw at CES 2020

8 really cool gadgets we saw at CES 2020

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Presenting some of the coolest health and well-being devices we spotted at the ongoing Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, US.

58 killed, 515 hurt in America's worst mass shooting

58 killed, 515 hurt in America's worst mass shooting

Rediff.com2 Oct 2017

Mayhem and panic gripped a country music festival in Las Vegas when a gunman opened fire on revellers.

Lorgat cleared of alleged involvement in the FTP manipulation

Lorgat cleared of alleged involvement in the FTP manipulation

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

The independent adjudicator appointed by the ICC has cleared Cricket South Africa CEO Haroon Lorgat of alleged involvement in the FTP manipulation charges levelled against the BCCI by his one-time legal adviser at the world body.

CES 2019: Look Ma, a phone that bends!

CES 2019: Look Ma, a phone that bends!

Rediff.com14 Jan 2019

The Consumer Electronics Show, which took place in Las Vegas last week, had exciting new products on display.

CSA affiliates divided over sacrificing Lorgat

CSA affiliates divided over sacrificing Lorgat

Rediff.com3 Nov 2013

Cricket South Africa (CSA) affiliates are divided over letting its chief executive Haroon Lorgat go to save the board from financial ruin in the on-going spat with the BCCI.

Modi collaborates with Grammy winner singer for a song

Modi collaborates with Grammy winner singer for a song

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has collaborated with Grammy Award-winning Indian-American singer Falu for a special song to promote the benefits of millets and their potential to alleviate world hunger.

Srinivasan gives India tour of South Africa green signal

Srinivasan gives India tour of South Africa green signal

Rediff.com20 Oct 2013

India's much-anticipated tour of South Africa is all set to go ahead in December with BCCI President N Srinivasan and his CSA counterpart Chris Nenzani agreeing "in principle" for the series during discussions on the sidelines of the ICC Board meeting.

#TooHotToHandle: When models ruled the red carpet

#TooHotToHandle: When models ruled the red carpet

Rediff.com25 Nov 2015

Sheer gowns. Plunging necklines. Curve-hugging dresses. Long slits. These red carpet divas know how to look super-hot!

In the 1st reduction in two months, Jet fuel price cut by 3%

In the 1st reduction in two months, Jet fuel price cut by 3%

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

In the first reduction in rate in two months, jet fuel or ATF price on Thursday was cut by 3 per cent in line with softening international crude oil prices. Aviation turbine fuel (ATF) price was reduced by Rs 1,887 per kilolitre, or 3 per cent, to Rs 58,374.16 per kl in the national capital, according to a price notification of state-owned fuel retailers. This is the first reduction in rates after four rounds of increase since February. Rates were increased by Rs 3,246.75 per kl on February 1, followed by a 3.6 per cent hike on February 16, and a steep 6.5 per cent raise on March 1. On March 16, prices were again raised by Rs 860.25 per kl. On Thursday, a Rs 10 per cylinder reduction in price of domestic cooking gas LPG also came into effect.

Lorgat not suspended, says Cricket South Africa chief Nenzani

Lorgat not suspended, says Cricket South Africa chief Nenzani

Rediff.com23 Oct 2013

Cricket South Africa (CSA) chairman Chris Nenzani said CEO Haroon Lorgat has not been suspended and his removal relates only to the allegations contained in the David Becker article and he remains responsible for all other areas of the board's operations.

CSA could sacrifice CEO Lorgat for India tour

CSA could sacrifice CEO Lorgat for India tour

Rediff.com21 Oct 2013

Prospects of the Indian cricket team touring South Africa at the end of this year brightened on Monday following assurances from CSA that it could suspend its CEO, Haroon Lorgat, from dealing with matters related to BCCI and the ICC pending an inquiry into allegations against him.

Beyond erotic dancer robots: The 10 best robots of CES

Beyond erotic dancer robots: The 10 best robots of CES

Rediff.com16 Jan 2018

The real hot tech is here.

Holders Liverpool knocked out of FA Cup

Holders Liverpool knocked out of FA Cup

Rediff.com29 Jan 2023

Liverpool lost 2-1 at Brighton & Hove Albion in the fourth round on Sunday

Ditch the stock market, invest in a Hermes bag

Ditch the stock market, invest in a Hermes bag

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

Buying a Hermes bag is safer than investing in stock market.

#WhoWhatWear: The week's celebrity style check

#WhoWhatWear: The week's celebrity style check

Rediff.com27 May 2016

Presenting some of the good, bad and ugly looks of the week.

'ICC powerless to face India's dominance'

'ICC powerless to face India's dominance'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2013

Former head of International Cricket Council's legal department David Becker accused BCCI president N Srinivasan of working against the interests of the game and using "manipulative tactics" to dominate the ICC.

Trump at it again, says 'North Korea won't be around much longer'

Trump at it again, says 'North Korea won't be around much longer'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2017

Trump and Kim have traded increasingly threatening and personal insults as Pyongyang races towards its goal of developing a nuclear-tipped missile capable of reaching the US.

BCCI confirms India will tour SA after Lorgat sidelined

BCCI confirms India will tour SA after Lorgat sidelined

Rediff.com22 Oct 2013

Having settled their differences with Cricket South Africa, the Board of Control for Cricket in India announced on Tuesday that it will tour South Africa next month.

The best smartphone news from CES

The best smartphone news from CES

Rediff.com17 Jan 2018

These upcoming phones might have the coolest tech of 2018.

PIX: Manchester United trounce Liverpool 4-0 on tour

PIX: Manchester United trounce Liverpool 4-0 on tour

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

Manchester United got their pre-season off to a flying start with a 4-0 rout of rivals Liverpool in Thailand on Tuesday, giving new manager Erik ten Hag a big boost in his first match in charge.

Lorgat 'distressed' to face ICC probe over India tour controversy

Lorgat 'distressed' to face ICC probe over India tour controversy

Rediff.com9 Nov 2013

Faced with an International Cricket Council inquiry for his alleged role into a dispute with India, Cricket South Africa chief executive Haroon Lorgat said that he is "distressed" by the turn of events.

PIX: Havertz sends Arsenal top; Liverpool hold Manchester City

PIX: Havertz sends Arsenal top; Liverpool hold Manchester City

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

A summary of Saturday's action in the English Premier League.

India's tour of South Africa to begin with ODI series

India's tour of South Africa to begin with ODI series

Rediff.com30 Oct 2013

The Indian team's tour of South Africa, which was finalised after weeks of deliberations and controversies, will kick off with a three-match One-Day International series starting on December 5, in Johannesburg.

Jennifer Lawrence is 2014's most googled celebrity

Jennifer Lawrence is 2014's most googled celebrity

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

Check out the top ten in the list.