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Bhagwant Mann: Former comedian to Punjab's next CM

Bhagwant Mann: Former comedian to Punjab's next CM

Rediff.com10 Mar 2022

Before his legislative assembly debut this time, he has been elected twice as a Member of Parliament from Sangrur.

Will CUET Take Focus Off Class 12 Boards?

Will CUET Take Focus Off Class 12 Boards?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

Will it promote a CUET-centric coaching culture causing students to focus on the entrance rather than the Class 12th exams?

Celebrations, joy as Droupadi Murmu becomes India's President

Celebrations, joy as Droupadi Murmu becomes India's President

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

The tribal leader, India's youngest president at 64 and the first to be born after Independence, took oath of office in the name of god to 'preserve, protect and defend the Constitution and the law'.

Bihar bicycle girl to attend trials but studies top priority

Bihar bicycle girl to attend trials but studies top priority

Rediff.com24 May 2020

Bihar school girl Jyoti Kumari, who cycled 1200 km with her injured father from New Delhi to Darbhanga, will appear for Cycling Federation of India trials once the lockdown ends even though finishing matriculation is her primary aim. Rendered jobless and penniless because of the extended coronavirus lockdown, the 15-year-old was forced to ferry her father who was unable to walk properly after a surgery to his left knee following an accident.

Sharjeel Imam to Disha Ravi: Cases impacted by SC sedition order

Sharjeel Imam to Disha Ravi: Cases impacted by SC sedition order

Rediff.com11 May 2022

According to a National Crime Records Bureau report, a total of 356 cases of sedition -- as defined under section 124A of the IPC -- were registered and 548 people arrested between 2015 and 2020, out of which only six were convicted.

Our govt provided 6 lakh jobs in 15 yrs: Nitish

Our govt provided 6 lakh jobs in 15 yrs: Nitish

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

"Between 1990 and 2005, only 95,000 people were given jobs. In our administration, over 6 lakh jobs were given and besides this many others were enrolled in other services," Nitish Kumar said.

Govt to hold meet as Indians studying in Ukraine worried about future

Govt to hold meet as Indians studying in Ukraine worried about future

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

"As of now, there are no norms and regulations under the National Medical Commission to accommodate medical students, who were studying abroad and had to return to India midway, in Indian medical colleges in between an academic session," a health ministry official told PTI, on the condition of anonymity.

From JNU to Jamuria: Aishe Ghosh to test her brand of politics

From JNU to Jamuria: Aishe Ghosh to test her brand of politics

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

The first sitting JNUSU functionary to fight assembly polls, Ghosh, a latecomer into politics, blossomed as the president of the union at a time when student politics saw a resurgence after Left leader Kanhaiya Kumar came into media limelight following a sedition case.

20 Ways the Indian Military CHANGED

20 Ways the Indian Military CHANGED

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

20 defence ministry reforms 'is a reflection of the resolve of the government to make the defence sector stronger and more efficient.'

Diesel at doorstep? Possible if OMCs' plan succeeds

Diesel at doorstep? Possible if OMCs' plan succeeds

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

Oil marketing companies IOC, BPCL and HPCL have invited expressions of interest from start-ups that wish to be enrolled as fuel entrepreneurs for doorstep delivery of high-speed diesel through mobile petrol pumps.

'I'm waiting for my appointment letter'

'I'm waiting for my appointment letter'

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Hundreds of pilots are staring at a long wait to get the job of their dreams after completing the course, the cost of which runs to Rs 1 crore.

Why did ED freeze Amway's Rs 757 crore?

Why did ED freeze Amway's Rs 757 crore?

Rediff.com6 May 2022

Amway maintains the action was related to a case in 2011 and it has been cooperating with the investigative agency.

I thought this is the end: Indian student shot in Kyiv

I thought this is the end: Indian student shot in Kyiv

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

'I request the embassy to evacuate me from here, provide me facilities like a wheelchair, help me with documentation'

Recruitment for trial of Covaxin in 6-12 age group to start from Tuesday

Recruitment for trial of Covaxin in 6-12 age group to start from Tuesday

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

In the trial, the vaccine will be given by the intramuscular route in two doses on day 0 and day 28.

Want to study data science at IIT-Madras?

Want to study data science at IIT-Madras?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

The institute is inviting applications from class 12 students for its newly launched online BSc Degree in Programming and Data Science.

Bhagat Singh never lived at Khatkar Kalan

Bhagat Singh never lived at Khatkar Kalan

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

Bhagat Singh was born on September 28, 1907 in Banga village in Lyallpur district, now Faisalabad in Pakistan Punjab.

Why India's airlines are plagued by glitches

Why India's airlines are plagued by glitches

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

The recent spate of technical glitches in aircraft has prompted the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to issue an order on July 18, making aircraft maintenance engineers (AMEs) with category B1/B2 licences the final authorities in certifying planes. This has put the spotlight on the availability of such personnel. According to the order, airlines were resorting to frequent one-off authorisation by the Category A certifying staff at transit stations, which is not in line with existing regulatory provisions.

We were tense, felt relaxed after reaching India: Ukraine returned medics

We were tense, felt relaxed after reaching India: Ukraine returned medics

Rediff.com23 Feb 2022

Most of the students, PTI spoke to soon after their arrival, said they had followed the advisory issued by the Indian embassy in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv.

Serum Institute gets nod to resume vaccine trial in India

Serum Institute gets nod to resume vaccine trial in India

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

SII has been asked to submit to the DCGI's office details of medication used in accordance with the protocol for management of adverse events.

10 Must-Have Skills Techies Need

10 Must-Have Skills Techies Need

Rediff.com26 Apr 2022

Hiring managers are looking for professionals with a combination of technical and soft skills that will ensure the timely delivery of projects, explains Narayan Mahadevan, founder, BridgeLabz.

Hmm! Priyanka Can Dance

Hmm! Priyanka Can Dance

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

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Imran surprises Oppn, but pushes Pak into political uncertainty

Imran surprises Oppn, but pushes Pak into political uncertainty

Rediff.com3 Apr 2022

Khan, who faced his toughest political test since assuming office in 2018 due to defections in his party and cracks in the ruling coalition, in a surprise announcement during an address to the nation on Sunday said he had advised the president to 'dissolve assemblies'.

Agnipath protests: 1 killed in firing, trains go up in flames

Agnipath protests: 1 killed in firing, trains go up in flames

Rediff.com17 Jun 2022

A man was shot dead in police firing in Telangana's Secunderabad, trains went up in flames, and public and private vehicles attacked, as railway stations and highways turned into battleground in many states on Friday amid burgeoning protests against Agnipath, the contentious defence recruitment scheme.

How parents enabled Covid vax trials for children

How parents enabled Covid vax trials for children

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

Behind each Covid vaccine are hundreds of parents, who had the courage and conviction to come forth with their children for the trial of a vaccine which was, until then, untried in that age group, reports Sindhu Bhattacharya.

Maha tragedy: 'School is safe, but now no student left'

Maha tragedy: 'School is safe, but now no student left'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2021

'My father, mother and other relatives died in the landslide'

If All Indians Are Your Brothers And Sisters...

If All Indians Are Your Brothers And Sisters...

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

'One doesn't need to wait for the government to come forward to help.' 'Why blame the system when we can start doing things in a small way?'

How IIM-B is solving its quota problem

How IIM-B is solving its quota problem

Rediff.com13 Apr 2021

'Going forward, whatever faculty positions we fill we expect to do so consistently with the quota requirements.'

Ukraine crisis: India seeks ceasefire to evacuate its nationals

Ukraine crisis: India seeks ceasefire to evacuate its nationals

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

India is primarily focusing on evacuating its nationals from conflict zones in eastern Ukraine including Kharkiv and Sumy, and that the total number of Indians still stuck in the battle-scarred nation is roughly in the range of 2,000 to 3,000.

Former SC judge P B Sawant passes away

Former SC judge P B Sawant passes away

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

Former Supreme Court judge P B Sawant died due to cardiac arrest at his residence in Pune in Maharashtra on Monday morning, family sources said. He was 90.

'Cyrus was an extremely, extremely, humble person'

'Cyrus was an extremely, extremely, humble person'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

'Cyrus was also generous, hospitable, sharing of whatever he had.' 'He never ever acted like the inheritor of great wealth.'

Deepika's journey: From a 12-year-old to India's Olympic medal prospect

Deepika's journey: From a 12-year-old to India's Olympic medal prospect

Rediff.com21 Jul 2021

Deepika Kumari is a story of grits, guts and gumption.

WATCH: The Indian who runs 100m in 11 seconds

WATCH: The Indian who runs 100m in 11 seconds

Rediff.com17 Aug 2019

Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijijuon Saturday assured support to Rameshwar Singh, an unknown man from Madhya Pradesh, whose video of him running 100 metres in 11 seconds has gone viral.

9 IAF staffers refused to get Covid vaccine; 1 sacked

9 IAF staffers refused to get Covid vaccine; 1 sacked

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

'Across India, only nine personnel have refused to take the vaccine. All of them were given show cause notice...one did not respond, so in view of the lack of response, his service is already terminated'

The Girl Who Flew Across The World

The Girl Who Flew Across The World

Rediff.com18 Aug 2022

'I've always wanted to be a pilot; setting records is the icing on the cake.'

CWC to meet on Sunday to discuss poll debacle

CWC to meet on Sunday to discuss poll debacle

Rediff.com12 Mar 2022

The Congress Working Committee will meet on Sunday to discuss the outcome of the assembly elections in five states where the party received a drubbing, sources said.

Nothing wrong in judges being pro-govt or against it, says Delhi HC CJ

Nothing wrong in judges being pro-govt or against it, says Delhi HC CJ

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

The Chief Justice, while speaking at the farewell reference organised by the high court, said that judges are only interpreters and are not here to make the law or to evolve a policy and a balance has to be maintained between judicial activism and restraint.

EXCLUSIVE! The Secret Of Modi's Success

EXCLUSIVE! The Secret Of Modi's Success

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

'In the course of my interactions with him, Modi insisted that he does not believe charisma alone can sustain people's trust for long.' 'That is why Modi consistently refers to Mahatma Gandhi to contextualise his politics.' 'He believes in taking his ideas to the masses and getting their acceptance as an index of approval.'
A revealing excerpt from Ajay Singh's The Architect of the New BJP: How Narendra Modi Transformed the Party.

The many shortcomings of Aadhaar

The many shortcomings of Aadhaar

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

Aadhaar is falling behind on technology, missing out on confidentiality and has gaps in its data archiving policy and preserving confidentiality in delivery of the cards to people, says a report by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG). The performance report, 'Functioning Of Unique Identification Authority Of India', tabled in Parliament on the last day of the budget session notes, assigning a unique identity to all resident Indians was supposed to be the key feature of Aadhaar. But "There were instances of issue of Aadhaar with the same biometric data to different residents indicating flaws in the de-duplication process and issue of Aadhaar on faulty biometrics and documents". It says close to half a million such records had to be cancelled by the Unique Identification Authority of India up to 2016.

The birth of Umran Malik, India's fastest bowler

The birth of Umran Malik, India's fastest bowler

Rediff.com28 Apr 2022

First coach Manhas remembers 17-year-old terrorising Ranji batters at nets

Job creation up at 8.14 lakh in March: EPFO

Job creation up at 8.14 lakh in March: EPFO

Rediff.com21 May 2019

Around 67.59 jobs were generated in the entire 2018-19 fiscal, the payroll data based on members joining the schemes of the EPFO showed.