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7 Indian pharma players race to develop COVID-19 vaccine

7 Indian pharma players race to develop COVID-19 vaccine

Rediff.com19 Jul 2020

Bharat Biotech, Serum Institute, Zydus Cadila, Panacea Biotec, Indian Immunologicals, Mynvax and Biological E are among the domestic pharma firms working on the coronavirus vaccines in India.

Yasin Bhatkal is in habit of filing false complaints: Tihar

Yasin Bhatkal is in habit of filing false complaints: Tihar

Rediff.com25 Jul 2014

Indian Mujahideen co-founder Yasin Bhatkal is in a "habit of filing false complaints", the Tihar jail authority today told a Delhi court while responding to his plea in which he had alleged that he was being treated "worse than an animal" in the high security prison.

Employees or contractors? Gig workers face social code dilemma

Employees or contractors? Gig workers face social code dilemma

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

The Code on Social Security, 2020 gives a lot of comfort to gig firms which recognise cab drivers or food delivery executives as 'independent contractors' who directly do business with customers with the help of their digitised platforms.

Glenmark gets USFDA nod for drug

Glenmark gets USFDA nod for drug

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

Riluzole is indicated for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

Kerala assembly passes resolution against Centre's cattle slaughter ban

Kerala assembly passes resolution against Centre's cattle slaughter ban

Rediff.com8 Jun 2017

The bitter political rivals -- the ruling LDF and the UDF -- close ranks in the state assembly to oppose the ban.

Why I quit BJP and joined tractor protest

Why I quit BJP and joined tractor protest

Rediff.com26 Jan 2021

'A perception has been built in our country that whatever Modi says you cannot challenge that.'

Why sugar and salt is bad for your heart

Why sugar and salt is bad for your heart

Rediff.com29 Sep 2016

The phrase 'salt to taste' is a misnomer in the Indian context.

China's Wuhan revises COVID-19 stats, toll up by 1,290

China's Wuhan revises COVID-19 stats, toll up by 1,290

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

The Wuhan municipal headquarters in a notification said the revisions were made in accordance with related laws and regulations as well as the principle of being responsible for history, the people and the deceased.

What Modi got wrong about the economy

What Modi got wrong about the economy

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

'There has been far too much overconfidence about the size and composition of the Indian consumer economy,' notes Mihir S Sharma.

SC to hear plea against Ranbaxy on June 24

SC to hear plea against Ranbaxy on June 24

Rediff.com17 Jun 2013

The case was earlier heard by a different vacation bench which had on June 10 asked Sharma to substantiate his 'unfounded allegations' that the Indian pharma major was allegedly manufacturing and selling adulterated medicines.

'Economy is getting a Covid 2.0 shock'

'Economy is getting a Covid 2.0 shock'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

'I would recommend two parts to fiscal support. One, support the lower end of the society by direct intervention through ways such as direct benefit cash transfer. Second, give fiscal support to the stressed sectors in line with the Rs 3-lakh crore (Rs 3 trillion) emergency credit line guarantee norms'

Consumer court orders fresh sample testing for Maggi

Consumer court orders fresh sample testing for Maggi

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

The apex consumer court on Monday issued notice to Nestle India Limited on a Rs 640-crore or Rs 6.40 billion suit against it by the Centre.

Fight the FAT battle! Here's how

Fight the FAT battle! Here's how

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

Yoga acharya Shameem Akthar takes at a look at what you can do to avoid the pitfall of obesity.

Should you breastfeed your child after infancy?

Should you breastfeed your child after infancy?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

Throughout the 1,000-day window from a mother's pregnancy phase to her baby's 2nd birthday, breastfeeding is vital in lending kids the right start to life, building the foundation for a healthy future.

Why Buffalo meat prices have spurted

Why Buffalo meat prices have spurted

Rediff.com7 Jun 2017

Because of weak availability, buffalo meat exports have also declined over the last few weeks

India acts to repair reputation as drugs exporter

India acts to repair reputation as drugs exporter

Rediff.com7 May 2014

As part of the charm offensive, New Delhi has invited global regulators -- including the FDA -- to visit Indian production units to get first-hand evidence of measures taken to ensure the quality of locally manufactured generics.

The battle to save democracy never ends

The battle to save democracy never ends

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

'We're going to campaign across the country to convince more candidates to endorse some/all of these issues -- and hold them to their promises if and when they are elected.'

Maha Dy CM: Saving lives, containing virus top priority

Maha Dy CM: Saving lives, containing virus top priority

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

'Let us all keep calm and face this medical emergency unitedly.' 'Our top priority is to fight the pandemic and win this war.'

Covid-19 scare: 30 states, UTs in complete lockdown

Covid-19 scare: 30 states, UTs in complete lockdown

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

A tweet by the Press Information Bureau said the states which have imposed lockdown in all districts include Chandigarh, Delhi, Goa, Jammu and Kashmir and Nagaland. The other states are: Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Ladakh, Tripura, Telangana, Chhattisgarh, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Meghalaya, Jharkhand, Bihar, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Haryana, Daman Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Karnataka and Assam.

MSP hike likely to fuel inflation by 50-90 bps

MSP hike likely to fuel inflation by 50-90 bps

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

Home Minister Rajnath Singh said that the decision could cost the government roughly Rs 15,000 crore.

Economic Survey's agricultural road map better than Budget's

Economic Survey's agricultural road map better than Budget's

Rediff.com15 Jul 2014

A barrier-free market -- coupled with removal of controls, licensing system, intermediaries and state-imposed levies on farm commodities -- will benefit both sellers and buyers.

Lupin gets USFDA nod for additonal strengths of cholesterol drug

Lupin gets USFDA nod for additonal strengths of cholesterol drug

Rediff.com22 Oct 2013

The company has received final approval for its supplemental New Drug Application (sNDA) for Antara (Fenofibrate) capsules in 30 mg and 90 mg strengths from the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA), Lupin Ltd said in a statement.

Migrant workers struggle to survive as pandemic rages

Migrant workers struggle to survive as pandemic rages

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

It took a lockdown for us in India to even recognise that the plight of migrants needs to be addressed. They were faceless and unrecognised. They were unappreciated and even hounded. They were poorly paid and exploited, notes Ramesh Menon.

Will the BJP make India Veg?

Will the BJP make India Veg?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

'The BJP and RSS may realise it is much easier for the ICHR to rewrite textbooks and for the ICSSR to float its bizarre interpretations on social themes than to keep people away from their favourite dishes.'

Sun Pharma open to large acquisitions post Ranbaxy

Sun Pharma open to large acquisitions post Ranbaxy

Rediff.com25 Mar 2015

Sun Pharma open to large acquisitions post Ranbaxy.

Jaisha alleges official apathy at Rio Olympics, AFI refutes charge

Jaisha alleges official apathy at Rio Olympics, AFI refutes charge

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

Marathon runner O P Jaisha on Monday alleged that Indian officials did not arrange for water and energy drinks during her race in the Rio Olympics run under scorching heat despite designated stations being given for the country, a claim denied by Athletics Federation of India.

Centre set to seek Rs 426 cr in damages from Nestl

Centre set to seek Rs 426 cr in damages from Nestl

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

The complaint is against Nestle's 'unfair trade practices'.

Why Nestle's woes seem to have just begun

Why Nestle's woes seem to have just begun

Rediff.com5 Jun 2015

Row also provides an opportunity for key competitor ITC (Yippee noodles) to step up market share in the prepared dishes segment

India 'not scared' if Monsanto leaves, as GM cotton row escalates

India 'not scared' if Monsanto leaves, as GM cotton row escalates

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

Monsanto has taken the government to court over the royalty.

Biggest challenge facing India's financial sector

Biggest challenge facing India's financial sector

Rediff.com6 Feb 2018

The most pressing issue facing the financial sector is the rising stock of non-performing assets in the banking system

Proposal to bring back fixed-term employment on anvil

Proposal to bring back fixed-term employment on anvil

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

Under fixed-term employment, workers are entitled to all statutory benefits available to a permanent worker in the same factory. However, employers may not give notice to a fixed-term worker on non-renewal or expiry of his or her contract.

Govt vs Nestle: After the re-launch, Maggi lovers still in confusionGovt vs Nestle: After the re-launch, Maggi lovers still in confusion

Govt vs Nestle: After the re-launch, Maggi lovers still in confusionGovt vs Nestle: After the re-launch, Maggi lovers still in confusion

Rediff.com29 Nov 2015

Nestle India had re-launched Maggi earlier this month with a mandate of being safe for consumption amid much fanfare

'A new reality is forcing its way into our lives'

'A new reality is forcing its way into our lives'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

'From India to Indiana, there has always been a sense of hope, optimism, and goodness.'

FULL TEXT: President's address to Parliament

FULL TEXT: President's address to Parliament

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Here's the full text of President Ram Nath Kovind's customary address to the joining sitting of Parliament on the first day of the budget session.

Religare's banking bid under Ranbaxy cloud

Religare's banking bid under Ranbaxy cloud

Rediff.com1 Jun 2013

Singh brothers might be stopped by 'fit & proper' hurdle due to US drug norm violations; firm says confident of qualifying.

Coming soon: BBC News in Indian languages

Coming soon: BBC News in Indian languages

Rediff.com29 Jul 2017

The BBC is all set to produce daily newscasts in Telugu, Gujarati, Punjabi and Marathi (in addition to the existing Hindi, Tamil and Urdu), Jim Egan, CEO, BBC Global News, tells Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

70 killed as massive blaze rips through chemical warehouses in Dhaka

70 killed as massive blaze rips through chemical warehouses in Dhaka

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

Bangladesh's fire service chief Ali Ahmed said the accident may have started with a gas cylinder.

Sri Lanka's Herath, Perera approached by bookies to fix Windies Test

Sri Lanka's Herath, Perera approached by bookies to fix Windies Test

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

Lanka's sports minister said some 10 million rupees (around $70,000) had been offered to the players to lose the match. Police had mounted a search for the suspect who was said to have approached the two players

How a small town in India is fighting coronavirus

How a small town in India is fighting coronavirus

Rediff.com3 Apr 2020

Far from the metros and big cities, the coronavirus crisis in the country's districts, towns and villages is being led by district magistrates.
The responsibility of keeping the pandemic under control lies with the DM or collector.
Subrat Kumar Sen, the young district magistrate of Saran, north Bihar, tells Rediff.com's Archana Masih how he and his staff are combating a crisis that no one has confronted before.

Show tight control over fiscal situation, populism: Kochhar

Show tight control over fiscal situation, populism: Kochhar

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

Government needs tight control over both expenditure and populism.