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Why India must protest China's Hong Kong policy

Why India must protest China's Hong Kong policy

Rediff.com30 May 2020

'India need to look beyond the economic prism.' 'China had no qualms in taking the Kashmir issue to the UN Security Council last year -- not once, but thrice -- thus violating Indian sensitivities,' observes China expert Srikanth Kondapalli.

Why Chinese firms are under govt lens

Why Chinese firms are under govt lens

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

The Swadeshi Jagaran Manch has pointed out that these firms pose a threat to domestic manufacturing and retailing as they do not pay relevant taxes such as GST, giving them a huge edge over local players.

Hate crime charges filed against attackers of Sikh man

Hate crime charges filed against attackers of Sikh man

Rediff.com15 Oct 2016

Khalsa was driving home on the night of September 25 when a group of men in car threw a beer can at his vehicle.

'Eating salads, gardening keep lung cancer at bay'

'Eating salads, gardening keep lung cancer at bay'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2007

The study has found that salad intake and gardening substantially reduces the chances of developing lung cancer for smokers as well as nonsmokers.

'We have to avoid an explosion of numbers'

'We have to avoid an explosion of numbers'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

'... so that the hospitals do not get overwhelmed. We have to avoid it at all costs.'

Lockdown blues? Amazing things you can do online

Lockdown blues? Amazing things you can do online

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

A roundup of what you can do from the comfort of your couch while sipping on a dalgona coffee in your pajamas.

Is Liverpool's long wait for EPL crown set to end?

Is Liverpool's long wait for EPL crown set to end?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

It was not so much the maths, though Liverpool's nine-point advantage over defending champions City, with one point less over Leicester City and Chelsea, is a significant gap, especially as Juergen Klopp's side have lost one league game in 18 months.

What India's NEP should really be

What India's NEP should really be

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

'Learning to learn should be given more importance than what is actually being learnt,' recommends Zaki Ansari.

Right to Privacy: Data harvesting by web firms under threat

Right to Privacy: Data harvesting by web firms under threat

Rediff.com25 Aug 2017

People use Internet on smartphones, using apps which use their data to provide tailor-made services

PHOTOS: Metro services resume in several cities with curbs

PHOTOS: Metro services resume in several cities with curbs

Rediff.com8 Sep 2020

With the Centre issuing guidelines for their resumption under Unlock 4, the rapid transit networks started operations in a graded manner in Delhi-NCR, Lucknow, Kochi, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Ahmedabad, but were still closed in Mumbai, Nagpur, Kolkata and Jaipur.

COVID-19: What India can learn from Sangli's success

COVID-19: What India can learn from Sangli's success

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

'Have discreet, separate corona and non-corona hospitals for treating these two categories of patients.' 'Concentrate on your non-corona patients as well.' 'Because then your diabetics, your hypertensives, the ones on dialysis, the asthmatics, who, if and when they get corona, are the ones who are going to require more intensive care and are going to be more at risk of death.'

Santiniketan: Austrian complains of harassment

Santiniketan: Austrian complains of harassment

Rediff.com11 Sep 2006

Andrea Loresis lodged the complaint with Registrar S K Sarkar against her colleagues Prakriti Chakraborty and Nayam Kayal.

Muslim man beaten in US by teenagers yelling 'ISIS, ISIS'

Muslim man beaten in US by teenagers yelling 'ISIS, ISIS'

Rediff.com19 Jan 2016

Mujibur Rahman, who was wearing traditional Muslim attire when he was attacked in front of his horrified niece in the Bronx, New York, was walking her home from Bronx school.

Note ban effect: I-T lens on 60,000 depositors

Note ban effect: I-T lens on 60,000 depositors

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

Includes those dealing in high-value property and petrol pump owners

Bomb scare at Harvard prompts evacuations

Bomb scare at Harvard prompts evacuations

Rediff.com16 Dec 2013

A bomb scare at Harvard University on Monday triggered emergency evacuations after police received unconfirmed reports of explosives at four sites on the campus of the prestigious institution.

At 3ft 5in, she is fashion's new muse

At 3ft 5in, she is fashion's new muse

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

A lover of all things fashion, Sinead Burke is urging designers to create clothes for people of all sizes.

Cell firms to comb lists

Cell firms to comb lists

Rediff.com19 Jul 2006

Chandrayaan 2 leaves earth's orbit, moving towards moon

Chandrayaan 2 leaves earth's orbit, moving towards moon

Rediff.com14 Aug 2019

The Chandrayaan-2 spacecraft is expected to reach the moon's orbit on August 20 and land on lunar surface on September 7.

From Bihar to Dubai in the lockdown: Traveller's tale

From Bihar to Dubai in the lockdown: Traveller's tale

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

'Through multiple transportation modes, flood waters, a couple of PPE kits, multiple temperature checks, quarantine check point, immigration approval, health declaration forms and through two Covid tests, which thankfully were negative, I finally reached home in Dubai.' Abhijit Masih reveals what it takes to embark on an international journey in the times of the pandemic.

Can clean eating become an unhealthy obsession?

Can clean eating become an unhealthy obsession?

Rediff.com19 May 2019

When taken to the extreme, an obsession with clean eating can be a sign that the person is struggling to manage their mental health.

Russian city bans Yoga to stifle spread of religious cults

Russian city bans Yoga to stifle spread of religious cults

Rediff.com30 Jun 2015

At the centre of the crackdown are two studios holding classes for Hatha Yoga -- a set of asanas or postures involving deep breathing and tough physical exercises, which as per Hindu mythology was first practised by Lord Shiva.

'India may see second wave of COVID-19 in monsoon'

'India may see second wave of COVID-19 in monsoon'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

Recent studies in China and Europe observed that the infection might relapse in those people who have already recovered from earlier phases.

How ABVP went from being teacher's pet to campus 'bully'

How ABVP went from being teacher's pet to campus 'bully'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2020

The student front of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh has blotted its CV by allegedly instigating and engaging in violence on marquee campuses like JNU and Hyderabad Central University

E-tailers face tough times as states tighten tax noose

E-tailers face tough times as states tighten tax noose

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

Kerala's tax authorities are also reviewing other e-commerce companies for similar discrepancies, and might fine more defaulters.

'Spurs' top-four finish a massive achievement'

'Spurs' top-four finish a massive achievement'

Rediff.com10 May 2018

Tottenham Hotspur's success in claiming a top-four Premier League finish on Wednesday to guarantee Champions League football next season has been a "massive achievement", manager Mauricio Pochettino said.

Sebi tightens noose around 25 firms which exist 'only on paper'

Sebi tightens noose around 25 firms which exist 'only on paper'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2014

Sebi has initiated action against companies suspected to be existing 'only on paper'.

E-bidding: Govt to explore English auction system for divestment

E-bidding: Govt to explore English auction system for divestment

Rediff.com7 May 2018

The IPL uses this system for players' auction.

Security prime, not mobile growth: DoT

Security prime, not mobile growth: DoT

Rediff.com17 Aug 2006

Mobile operators' suggestion to restrict physical verification of subscribers to a sample size has not found favour with the department of telecom, as it feels that growth of cellular users cannot be at the cost of national security.

Filing tax online? Think twice

Filing tax online? Think twice

Rediff.com28 Jun 2007

Now that income tax returns can be filed online, should you go for it? Tax expert Mahesh Padmanabhan answered this and other tax-related queries in a chat with Get Ahead readers.

Review: Fireman misses the target

Review: Fireman misses the target

Rediff.com20 Feb 2015

Fireman's aim seems to be glorifying the image of superstar Mammootty, writes Paresh C Palicha.

India sees highest spike of 2,003 COVID-19 deaths

India sees highest spike of 2,003 COVID-19 deaths

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday asked states to make full use of the expanded COVID-19 testing capacity and saving lives a top priority as India recorded the highest ever spike of 2,003 coronavirus deaths after Maharashtra and Delhi added earlier fatalities not attributed to the disease.

Leopard found dead in Mumbai's Aarey Colony

Leopard found dead in Mumbai's Aarey Colony

Rediff.com21 Mar 2016

In a shocking incident, Mumbai's Aarey Colony has lost one of its most beloved residents -- Chandni, a six-year-old female leopard, who was found dead on Saturday afternoon with a wire snare setup by poachers.

I-T returns: Avoid last-minute mistakes

I-T returns: Avoid last-minute mistakes

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

Use of the incorrect form will result in your return being treated as defective, points out Suresh Surana, founder, RSM India.

Finally, Air India Towers leased out to earn Rs 100 crore

Finally, Air India Towers leased out to earn Rs 100 crore

Rediff.com17 Feb 2016

In February 2013, the airline under the then chairman Rohit Nandan decided to shift its base to New Delhi.

Jaya interacting, progressing gradually: Hospital

Jaya interacting, progressing gradually: Hospital

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

The hospital said she 'continues to be under treatment and observation for all vital parameters, respiratory support and passive physiotherapy'.

The coming vegetable crisis

The coming vegetable crisis

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

There have been several instances of traders dumping fruits and vegetables outside mandis. Or of farmers dumping produce outside their villages or feeding them to their animals.

PMO steps in to speed up GST refunds for exporters

PMO steps in to speed up GST refunds for exporters

Rediff.com9 Mar 2018

The GST Council on Saturday is expected to extend the date for IGST exemption and cess on imports

Declare or face the music, govt tells blackmoney holders

Declare or face the music, govt tells blackmoney holders

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

Blackmoney holders t oface the music very soon, says FM.

India's COVID-19 tally tops 2 lakh; doubled in 15 days

India's COVID-19 tally tops 2 lakh; doubled in 15 days

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

Authorities also said the recovery rate of COVID-19 patients was improving consistently in India and it was in a much better position in handling the pandemic, which has seen more than 63 lakh people testing positive for this virus since its emergence in China last December and over 3.7 lakh having lost their lives.

Can you monitor an aircraft?

Can you monitor an aircraft?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2005

Air Deccan is looking for an Operations Assistant in Kolkata.