News for 'Dr APJ Abdul Kalam'

Atishi, Saurabh Bharadwaj held during AAP protests

Atishi, Saurabh Bharadwaj held during AAP protests

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

The two ministers were lodged in a police bus as officials asked protesters at the ITO intersection, which is near the AAP and BJP offices, to disperse in view of prohibitory orders under section 144 imposed in the area.

Kalam for second term? He'll tell on Apr 28

Kalam for second term? He'll tell on Apr 28

Rediff.com25 Apr 2007

"I will let you know what's on my mind on April 28 on return to India."

Dr Singh to continue as PM, says Cong, rebuffs SP-TMC

Dr Singh to continue as PM, says Cong, rebuffs SP-TMC

Rediff.com14 Jun 2012

In a rebuff to the Samajwadi Party and the Trinamool Congress, the Congress on Thursday ruled out sparing Prime Minister Manmohan Singh for the Presidential race as it rejected the three names proposed by the two allies, sending signals that it was not in a mood to bow before them.

NIA takes over Israel embassy blast probe

NIA takes over Israel embassy blast probe

Rediff.com2 Feb 2021

A minor IED blast took place near the Israeli embassy in the heart of Lutyens' Delhi on Friday evening.

India successfully tests nuclear-capable ballistic missile 'Agni P'

India successfully tests nuclear-capable ballistic missile 'Agni P'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2021

The 'Agni P' is a two-stage canisterised solid propellant ballistic missile with dual redundant navigation and guidance system.

'Dr Kalam was a true superhero'

'Dr Kalam was a true superhero'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2015

'I tried to think of a hero, who can inspire. I felt the most inspiring living hero for our children is Dr Kalam. He was a true leader, a true hero.' Nila Madhab Panda tells us why he made I Am Kalam.

Kerala guv-govt fight heats up as Khan instructs VCs of 9 varsities to resign

Kerala guv-govt fight heats up as Khan instructs VCs of 9 varsities to resign

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

The nine VCs include that of the APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University, according to a tweet by Kerala Raj Bhavan on behalf of the Governor.

Night launch of nuclear capable Agni Prime missile successful

Night launch of nuclear capable Agni Prime missile successful

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

The defence ministry said the test-flight was carried out on Wednesday evening and it met all the trial objectives, validating the reliable performance, as confirmed from the data captured by a number of range sensors deployed at different locations.

Israel embassy blast: Cops seek footage from Jamia

Israel embassy blast: Cops seek footage from Jamia

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Police suspect that one of the persons who visited the blast site at the Prithviraj Road two hours prior to the incident had come from Jamia Nagar in southeast Delhi.

We have lost a great son of India: Leaders condole Kalam's death

We have lost a great son of India: Leaders condole Kalam's death

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

As the news of Kalam broke, condolences and tributes poured in from all corners of the country, reflecting the huge popularity he enjoyed both in and out of the highest office of the country that earned him the sobriquet of the "people's President."

Collective success of every Indian, says Congress with nod to its govts role

Collective success of every Indian, says Congress with nod to its govts role

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

After Chandrayaan-3 touched down on the Moon, the Congress on Wednesday said it is a collective success of every Indian and ISRO's achievement reflects a saga of continuity and is truly fantastic.

Blast near Israel embassy: Unknown persons booked; police await NSG lab report

Blast near Israel embassy: Unknown persons booked; police await NSG lab report

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

The police have questioned multiple autorickshaw drivers, including the one who brought the suspect to the spot before the blast took place.

President concludes historic visit to Myanmar

President concludes historic visit to Myanmar

Rediff.com11 Mar 2006

The high point of the President's visit was the signing of three important agreements in natural gas, satellite-based remote sensing and promotion of Buddhist studies.

The Maharaja, the State, and the Temple

The Maharaja, the State, and the Temple

Rediff.com6 Jan 2010

Many have faith in Lord Padmanabha, many have adored Sree Chithira Tirunal, but no one else has felt the divine presence more intensely, no one else has known Sree Chthira Tirunal more closely. The book, therefore, presents the most intimate portrait of Sree Chithira Tirunal and the divine hand that guided him

It's very cold in Shillong, Dr Kalam told family a day before his death

It's very cold in Shillong, Dr Kalam told family a day before his death

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

The former president called up his family in Rameswaram on Sunday to ask about his elder brother's health

Sangeet Natak Academi Awards

Sangeet Natak Academi Awards

Rediff.com20 Mar 2006

Winners of the awards for the year 2005 lauded by President Kalam.

Ayushmann Khurrana: President Kalam was a leader who never let us down

Ayushmann Khurrana: President Kalam was a leader who never let us down

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

Bollywood pays tribute to former president APJ Abdul Kalam.

Letter to Israeli envoy hints at Iran hand in Delhi blast

Letter to Israeli envoy hints at Iran hand in Delhi blast

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

The Delhi police has asked for details of all Iranians, including Iranians settled overseas, who have come to the national capital through the FRRO.

Pralay missiles battlefield surveillance systems to debut on Republic Day

Pralay missiles battlefield surveillance systems to debut on Republic Day

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Ahead of Republic Day, the Indian Army announced on Thursday the addition of two new features to this year's parade: battlefield surveillance systems and a Defebce Research and Development Organisation tableau showcasing Pralay, short-range ballistic missiles.

Minister who called Kalam 'nationalist despite being Muslim' gets his Delhi house

Minister who called Kalam 'nationalist despite being Muslim' gets his Delhi house

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

Kalam was staying at the 10 Rajaji Marg residence after his eventful term as President ended in 2007.

Israel embassy blast: 4 students held from Ladakh

Israel embassy blast: 4 students held from Ladakh

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

The Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested four students from Ladakh in connection with the blast near the Israel embassy in January this year, officials said.

PHOTOS: Remembering India's 'Missile Man'

PHOTOS: Remembering India's 'Missile Man'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

Union Ministers Venkaiah Naidu and Manohar Parrikar on Wednesday laid the foundation stone for a national memorial dedicated to country's former President APJ Abdul Kalam in Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, marking the first death anniversary of the 'missile man'.

10,000 Tulips, 135 types of roses... Welcome to the Mughal Gardens

10,000 Tulips, 135 types of roses... Welcome to the Mughal Gardens

Rediff.com6 Feb 2018

The iconic Mughal Gardens of the Rashtrapati Bhavan will open for the public from Tuesday after President Ram Nath Kovind inaugurates it. The gardens will remain open to public from February 6 to March 9 between 9:30 am and 4.00 pm. However, it will be closed on Mondays for maintenance and on March 2, on account of Holi, said Press Secretary to the President Ashok Malik. President Kovind will inaugurate the annual gardening festival 'Udyanotsav' of the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday.

How soil from TN village contributed to Chandrayaan mission

How soil from TN village contributed to Chandrayaan mission

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

This is the third time that Tamil Nadu has supplied the necessary soil to the Bengaluru headquartered space agency for performing the tests for its ambitious Moon missions.

'Pralay', India's new-generation missile, test-fired again

'Pralay', India's new-generation missile, test-fired again

Rediff.com23 Dec 2021

'In today's launch, the 'Pralay' missile was tested for heavier payload and different range to prove the precision and lethality of the weapon'

Israel embassy blast: 4 Ladakh students sent to 10-day custody

Israel embassy blast: 4 Ladakh students sent to 10-day custody

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

Four students, who were arrested from Ladakh in connection with a blast near the Israel Embassy here in January, were sent to 10-day police remand by a magistrate court, officials said.

Remembering the Missile Man of India

Remembering the Missile Man of India

Rediff.com27 Jul 2015

Kalam, who received seveeral prestigious awards including Bharat Ratna, played a crucial role when India tested its nuclear weapons at Pokhran in 1998 when the Vajpayee government was in power.

The lecture that changed APJ's life!

The lecture that changed APJ's life!

Rediff.com26 May 2015

A brief class by his teacher on the Rameswaram seashore on how birds fly and the locomotive force behind their flight gave former President A P J Abdul Kalam his aim in life and helped him in understanding physics better.

'Cyclone man' Mrutyunjay Mohapatra appointed IMD chief

'Cyclone man' Mrutyunjay Mohapatra appointed IMD chief

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

Besides strengthening the IMD's infrastructure, Mohapatra said his priority will be to improve the dissemination of weather-related information -- from nowcasts to weather forecasts -- focus on sector-related forecast and give impact-based prediction in all areas.

Israel Embassy blast: 2 persons spotted in CCTV footage

Israel Embassy blast: 2 persons spotted in CCTV footage

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

A CCTV footage of the Israel Embassy blast site has revealed that a cab had dropped two persons near the embassy and it is yet to be ascertained whether these persons have any role in the explosion, according to Delhi Police sources.

6 Must-Visit Shiva Temples

6 Must-Visit Shiva Temples

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

Explore some of the majestic temples dedicated to Lord Shiva across the country.

People's President inspires visitors at Delhi memorial

People's President inspires visitors at Delhi memorial

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

The museum has the former President's belongings including clothes, books, souvenirs and citations presented to him by various institutions and organisations.

In tribute to Kalam, NASA names new bacteria after him

In tribute to Kalam, NASA names new bacteria after him

Rediff.com21 May 2017

The new organism -- Solibacillus kalamii -- was found on the filters of the International Space Station.

Beyond IIT-JEE: Important Engineering Entrance Exams

Beyond IIT-JEE: Important Engineering Entrance Exams

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Considering the competition, engineering aspirants should ideally consider taking a minimum of five to seven entrance exams to maximise their chances of success and broaden their options when it comes to college, says rediffGURU Nayagam PP.

'Mission Shakti' cleared 2 yrs ago: DRDO chief

'Mission Shakti' cleared 2 yrs ago: DRDO chief

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

He said the country now possesses the capability to strike satellites in outer space with centimetre-level accuracy and precision.

Delhi blast could be a 'terror attack': Israeli envoy

Delhi blast could be a 'terror attack': Israeli envoy

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

'All options are there on the table. Yesterday when this terror attack was conducted, we celebrated the 29th anniversary of the full establishment of diplomatic relations between Israel and India, exactly yesterday. So, it may not be a coincidence but all options are being investigated'

'Kalam never complained of the food, even when it was salty'

'Kalam never complained of the food, even when it was salty'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

Staff working at the Rashtrapati Bhavan recount how the 11th president lived a simple lifestyle and always cared for them.

India test-fires SMART torpedo to target submarines

India test-fires SMART torpedo to target submarines

Rediff.com5 Oct 2020

India on Monday successfully flight-tested its indigenously developed SMART torpedo system, which DRDO said will be a "game changer" in anti-submarine warfare, marking yet another milestone in strengthening the country's maritime strategic capabilities, defence sources said.

Teacher's Day: Inspiring lessons from Einstein, Kalam, Obama

Teacher's Day: Inspiring lessons from Einstein, Kalam, Obama

Rediff.com5 Sep 2018

Let these thought-provoking quotes by famous teachers from across the world inspire you.