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Manmohan Singh tests positive for COVID-19

Manmohan Singh tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

Singh had taken the two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine on March 4 and April 3.

A, B blood groups, Rh+ people more prone to Covid: Study

A, B blood groups, Rh+ people more prone to Covid: Study

Rediff.com30 Nov 2021

People having blood group of A, B and those with Rh factor positive are "more susceptible to COVID-19 infection" compared to those having O or AB group and Rh negative, according to a new study conducted by doctors at a Delhi hospital.

Legendary Davis Cup coach Akhtar Ali passes away

Legendary Davis Cup coach Akhtar Ali passes away

Rediff.com7 Feb 2021

Akhtar Ali played eight Davis Cup ties between 1958 and 1964 and also captained and coached the Indian team.

UK appoints new high commissioner to India

UK appoints new high commissioner to India

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

The UK on Tuesday appointed veteran career diplomat Sir Dominic Asquith as its new High Commissioner to India.

'Amar Jawan Jyoti is too sacred to be touched or relocated'

'Amar Jawan Jyoti is too sacred to be touched or relocated'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

'While National War Memorial is great, the memories of Amar Jawan Jyoti are indelible'

'The boy was very tall; his eyes were beautiful'

'The boy was very tall; his eyes were beautiful'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

'Name?' 'Amitabh.' 'Can't be only Amitabh. Amitabh what?' 'Bachchan. Amitabh Bachchan.' Alarm bells. 'Are you related to Dr Bachchan?' 'Yes,' he hesitated, 'he is my father.' 'Then this contract cannot be signed today. He is my old friend. I cannot give you this contract without his permission.' A fascinating excerpt from K A Abbas's Sone Chandi Ke Buth.

Those Who Could Not Be Rashtrapati

Those Who Could Not Be Rashtrapati

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

Two women candidates; Lok Sabha Speakers; Chief Justices; A Chief Election Commissioner; drafters of the Constitution; the RBI's first Indian governor; a farm leader who unsuccessfully contested four times; an iconic Bharata Natyam dancer...

Why Every Indian Must Salute The Heroes of Rezang La

Why Every Indian Must Salute The Heroes of Rezang La

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

It will never be possible to recreate an exact account of this epic battle to remember and honour other brave jawans, but one thing that the nation will always do is to bow down their heads in respect and reverence at the war memorial at Chushul called 'The Rezang La War Memorial -- Ahir Dham'.

From Sushant's dad to Family Man terrorist...

From Sushant's dad to Family Man terrorist...

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

'I always thought that if you play a negative character, people will tend to hate you.' 'But the reaction has been amazing, especially after Season 2.'

India records 11,666 new COVID-19 cases

India records 11,666 new COVID-19 cases

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

The COVID-19 active cases remained below 2 lakh for the ninth consecutive day.

'False cases are filed at random'

'False cases are filed at random'

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

'The hate speech persons are roaming around freely in society today and the person who is protesting against hate speech is in jail.'

India Gate turns a page: Amar Jawan Jyoti merged with war memorial flame

India Gate turns a page: Amar Jawan Jyoti merged with war memorial flame

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

The Amar Jawan Jyoti at India Gate in New Delhi was merged with the eternal flame at the National War Memorial on Friday.

How can there be talks with suspended MPs, they're not sorry: Goyal

How can there be talks with suspended MPs, they're not sorry: Goyal

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

Amid a stalemate over the suspension of 12 opposition Rajya Sabha MPs, Leader of the House Piyush Goyal on Friday said how can there be a reconciliation when these members are unwilling to apologise for their unruly behaviour in the previous session.

'Where did Kapil Sharma learn to act like this?'

'Where did Kapil Sharma learn to act like this?'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

'Karenge aur kaam, sir. Zindagi bahut choti hai, ideas bahut sare hain.'

Gallbladder gangrene reported in post-Covid patients

Gallbladder gangrene reported in post-Covid patients

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

Doctors claimed it is the first time that cases of gallbladder gangrene have been reported after recovery from COVID-19 infection.

Covid third wave peak expected around Sept-Oct: IIT Kanpur study

Covid third wave peak expected around Sept-Oct: IIT Kanpur study

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

As per the assessment from the IIT Kanpur team, the second wave has waned significantly almost in every state except in some Northeast states (Mizoram, Manipur, Sikkim etc.).

You have created history: Diljit Dosanjh joins farmers' protest

You have created history: Diljit Dosanjh joins farmers' protest

Rediff.com6 Dec 2020

'Everyone is sitting here peacefully, no one is talking about 'khoon-kharaba.' On Twitter, a lot of things happen, everything's twisted'

Farmers pay tribute to those who died during protest

Farmers pay tribute to those who died during protest

Rediff.com20 Dec 2020

Farmer leaders said they will not let the "sacrifice" of farmers in this fight against the "black laws" go in vain.

'Some countries don't welcome Indians'

'Some countries don't welcome Indians'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

'I have to treat patients and there they don't like Indians.' 'The patients don't like me, they are not going to come to me, then what is the point of studying there?'

Sonia treated for shoulder injury; health parameters improving

Sonia treated for shoulder injury; health parameters improving

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, where she has been admitted, said all her health parameters are showing improvement and she was shifted out of the ICU.

'Metro Man' writes to PM against AAP's free rides for women

'Metro Man' writes to PM against AAP's free rides for women

Rediff.com15 Jun 2019

Sreedharan said when the first section of the Delhi Metro was to be opened in 2002, he had taken a firm decision that no one would be given travel concession.

'Technique won't guarantee runs; will to fight is key'

'Technique won't guarantee runs; will to fight is key'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

After playing a huge role in India's massive win over New Zealand in the second Test, opener Mayank Agarwal said technique does not always guarantee runs, but the determination to fight is key to a good performance.

Sania Mirza, Sehwag congratulate Modi

Sania Mirza, Sehwag congratulate Modi

Rediff.com23 May 2019

Virender Sehwag, Harbhajan Singh, VVS Laxman and tennis sensation Sania Mirza were among sports personalities to express their views on social media.

Is the BJP behind Pappu Yadav's arrest?

Is the BJP behind Pappu Yadav's arrest?

Rediff.com11 May 2021

Why MP Rajiv Pratap Rudy and his party, the BJP, are angry with Pappu Yadav.

Many now have immunity against Covid but...: Experts

Many now have immunity against Covid but...: Experts

Rediff.com25 Jul 2021

'Opening everything is not appropriate ... everyone has been saying the third wave is a couple of days away'

'I've learnt how to deal with Bollywood'

'I've learnt how to deal with Bollywood'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2021

'It feels like a roller coaster ride, but I am slowly coming into my own in this industry.'

APJ Abdul Kalam's body brought to Delhi; President, PM pay tributes

APJ Abdul Kalam's body brought to Delhi; President, PM pay tributes

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

The body of former President APJ Abdul Kalam, who died in Shillong on Monday evening, was carried to Delhi early Tuesday morning by a special aircraft from Guwahati.

Has India Changed Its Tibet Policy?

Has India Changed Its Tibet Policy?

Rediff.com18 May 2022

One priority for Delhi (for the new foreign secretary in particular) is to have an in-depth discussion with Dharamsala as soon as possible, suggests Claude Arpi.

Mother refuses to accept Dutee Chand's same-sex relation

Mother refuses to accept Dutee Chand's same-sex relation

Rediff.com20 May 2019

The athlete's mother Akhoji Chand said that it is not possible for her to accept her daughter's relationship status.

Tarak Sinha, one of India's most respected cricket coaches, dead

Tarak Sinha, one of India's most respected cricket coaches, dead

Rediff.com6 Nov 2021

Tarak Sinha, the Indian coach with most number of international and first-class cricketers as his disciples, died on Saturday morning after a prolonged illness.

'If they force us to listen to Hindi, we won't!'

'If they force us to listen to Hindi, we won't!'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

'How can we tolerate such high-handedness?'

Baba Jackson, labourer's son, wins 1 crore dancing!

Baba Jackson, labourer's son, wins 1 crore dancing!

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

'I can finally tell my father that he need not go fix tiles in other people's homes.'

HR GURU: Can I ask for pet-related leave?

HR GURU: Can I ask for pet-related leave?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

HR Guru Mayank Rautela offers practical advice.

'I know how crazy Kangana is with her acting'

'I know how crazy Kangana is with her acting'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

'If you listen to the title track of Judgementall Hai Kya, you will find some crazy things happening in it -- from crazy laughter to as if someone is inside your mind.'

Victorious U-19 WC players to get Rs 40 lakh each

Victorious U-19 WC players to get Rs 40 lakh each

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

The triumphant India U-19 squad will be felicitated by the BCCI in Ahmedabad upon its arrival in India.

Was Raj Babbar worried about working with Padmini Kolhapure again?

Was Raj Babbar worried about working with Padmini Kolhapure again?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

'Working with Poonam Dhillon and Padmini Kolhapure again has been a dil bekaraar moment.'

Kamal Haasan: His scripts both awe and inspire me

Kamal Haasan: His scripts both awe and inspire me

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Celebs pay tribute to Girish Karnad.

'He was one of India's greatest sporting icons'

'He was one of India's greatest sporting icons'

Rediff.com25 May 2020

Tributes pour in for Hockey great Balbir Singh Sr.

'We've made a better film than Baahubali'

'We've made a better film than Baahubali'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

'Expectations do not intimidate me. In fact, they strengthen me.'

Swamy's plea seeking to set aside Air India divestment dismissed

Swamy's plea seeking to set aside Air India divestment dismissed

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

The Delhi high court on Thursday dismissed BJP leader Subramanian Swamy's plea seeking to set aside the Air India divestment process on the allegation that the methodology adopted by the government in the valuation of the national carrier was "arbitrary, illegal and against public interest". The order was passed by a bench of Chief Justice D N Patel and Justice Jyoti Singh. The court said a detailed order will be uploaded. "Dr. Subramanian Swamy, sir we are dismissing this matter...," the bench said.