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Queen Elizabeth II admired richness, diversity of India

Queen Elizabeth II admired richness, diversity of India

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

Queen Elizabeth II, who died aged 96 on Thursday, was the first British monarch to accede to the throne after India's Independence from colonial rule in 1952 and admired the 'richness and diversity' of India where she made three State Visits over the course of her reign -- in 1961, 1983 and 1997.

Saha on sticky wicket after comments on Ganguly, Dravid

Saha on sticky wicket after comments on Ganguly, Dravid

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

Many believe that Saha should have refrained from making his conversations with Dravid public

India's warmth and hospitality touched Queen Elizabeth II

India's warmth and hospitality touched Queen Elizabeth II

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

Queen Elizabeth II made 3 State visits to India -- in 1961, 1983 and 1997.

The Fabelmans Review: Spielberg At His Best!

The Fabelmans Review: Spielberg At His Best!

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

Spielberg was born with a camera in his eye. And this one movie, he'd been recording all his life, observes Sukanya Verma.

After SC rap Punjab governor says budget session on March 3

After SC rap Punjab governor says budget session on March 3

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

Amid a tussle with the Aam Aadmi Party government, Punjab Governor Banwarilal Purohit on Tuesday told the Supreme Court that he has summoned the assembly for the budget session on March 3, even as the top court told both sides that constitutional discourse has to be conducted with a sense of decorum and mature statesmanship.

De Villiers wants to play for South Africa in T20 World Cup

De Villiers wants to play for South Africa in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com18 Apr 2021

Versatile South African cricketer AB de Villiers on Sunday said it will be 'fantastic' to make an international comeback ahead of the T20 World Cup later this year.

Queen Elizabeth II dies: What happens next?

Queen Elizabeth II dies: What happens next?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

The death of the Queen is known in official circles in the United Kingdom as Operation London Bridge, the protocol for which has been triggered when Buckingham Palace announced the death of the 96-year-old monarch on Thursday evening.

Hockey India surprised by Batra's 'interference'

Hockey India surprised by Batra's 'interference'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

In his communication, Batra also pointed fingers towards the team management without specifying anything.

India really matters more in this polarised world: Jaishankar

India really matters more in this polarised world: Jaishankar

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

India has so many relationships, such an ability to communicate and find touch points with different countries and regions.

Nidhi Wagle: The 21 Year Old Who Opened For Post Malone

Nidhi Wagle: The 21 Year Old Who Opened For Post Malone

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

'If you take music away from me, there's nothing else I can do.'

Jharkhand MLAs reach Raipur golf resort amid heavy security

Jharkhand MLAs reach Raipur golf resort amid heavy security

Rediff.com31 Aug 2022

All 40-odd rooms at the resort have been booked for the guests from Jharkhand for the next two days, Congress sources said.

This is the best I have seen KL bat: Rohit

This is the best I have seen KL bat: Rohit

Rediff.com13 Aug 2021

'KL and myself -- our mindsets are pretty similar and we want to take the game forward.'

Ro Khanna questioned Twitter's censoring of story on Biden's son

Ro Khanna questioned Twitter's censoring of story on Biden's son

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

Two Indian Americans -- Congressman Ro Khanna and Vijaya Gadde -- prominently figure in United States President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden's laptop story whose full disclosure Twitter CEO Elon Musk has announced would be released on the microblogging site.

5 Tech Trends To Watch Out For

5 Tech Trends To Watch Out For

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

Humans will work far more collaboratively with artificial intelligence for rapid and complex decision-making.

China to help Pak build space centre, launch more satellites

China to help Pak build space centre, launch more satellites

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

China on Friday announced plans to boost space cooperation with Pakistan, including the development of a space centre and launching of more satellites for its all-weather ally.

Prez to lead nation in celebrating R-Day; 6 Agniveers to take part in parade

Prez to lead nation in celebrating R-Day; 6 Agniveers to take part in parade

Rediff.com26 Jan 2023

President Droupadi Murmu will lead the nation in celebrating the Republic Day, and Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi will be the chief guest at the ceremonial event.

Sebi restrains 2 Infosys, Wipro employees from securities market

Sebi restrains 2 Infosys, Wipro employees from securities market

Rediff.com29 Sep 2021

Markets regulator Sebi has restrained an Infosys employee and his connected person, who is an employee of Wipro Ltd, from the securities market till further orders in a matter related to alleged insider trading in Infosys shares. The market regulator has also directed impounding of illegal proceeds of Rs 2.62 crore, according to a Sebi order dated September 27. The alert system of Sebi had generated insider trading alerts for Infosys' scrip around the corporate announcement about the strategic partnership of Infosys with Vanguard.

The Only Thing Aparshakti Wants To Change In His Life

The Only Thing Aparshakti Wants To Change In His Life

Rediff.com3 May 2023

'Much as I feel on top of the world after being a part of a special series like Jubilee, I would say my biggest achievement so far has been spreading happiness around.'

Why's Pak Army Chief Shuffling Generals?

Why's Pak Army Chief Shuffling Generals?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

Significantly, these 12 officers would form a major part of the team that the new army chief will inherit, observes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W, India's external intelligence agency.

SC Collegium again backs elevating gay lawyer Kirpal as HC judge

SC Collegium again backs elevating gay lawyer Kirpal as HC judge

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

The three-member Collegium, headed by Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud and also comprising Justices S K Kaul and K M Joseph, said the proposal for appointment of Kirpal as a judge of the high court has been pending for over five years and needs to be processed expeditiously.

LIC's $2.7-billion IPO set to be the fifth-biggest globally in CY22

LIC's $2.7-billion IPO set to be the fifth-biggest globally in CY22

Rediff.com3 May 2022

LIC's $2.7-billion initial public offering (IPO) shall be the fifth-biggest globally in CY22. South Korean EV battery maker LG Energy Solution holds the record for the year's largest IPO at $10.8 billion, while Chinese mobile communications provider China Mobile IPO, which raised $8.6 billion, comes second. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority's (DEWA's) $6.1-billion IPO in March is currently the third biggest public offering for the year, followed by China National Offshore Oil Corporation's (CNOOC's) IPO; the firm had raised $5.1 billion by issuing shares in Mainland China after delisting from the American bourses.

RCP Singh quits JD-U amid rift with Nitish Kumar

RCP Singh quits JD-U amid rift with Nitish Kumar

Rediff.com7 Aug 2022

His resignation came hours after reports surfaced that the party has sought an explanation from him over allegations of corruption levelled by some unidentified workers.

Kenyan sprinter Otieno tests positive for banned substance

Kenyan sprinter Otieno tests positive for banned substance

Rediff.com1 Aug 2021

"The athlete has challenged the imposition of the provisional suspension and the case has been referred to the Court of Arbitration for Sport - Anti-Doping Division," the ITA said.

Tighter seat belt rules work better for rider safety than alarm: Carmakers

Tighter seat belt rules work better for rider safety than alarm: Carmakers

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

A strict enforcement of seat belt norms for rear passengers would be more effective than making an alarm go off when people do not belt up, according to officials at car manufacturers. Their comments came a day after Nitin Gadkari, the Union minister for road transport and highways, announced that seat belt alarms would be made mandatory for passengers in the rear seat of a car. "We have taken a decision that there will be a provision that the car seat belt alarm should beep when the rear seat rider is not wearing a seat belt. "We will impose fines if rear seat riders are not wearing seat belts.

Have You Read This Story About Hope?

Have You Read This Story About Hope?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

'The Elephant Whisperers is a hopeful story of respect and cooperation with nature in an era rife with conflict and threat to our beautiful planet.'

'Cyber attackers are 10 steps ahead'

'Cyber attackers are 10 steps ahead'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

'Hacking of an ID or an account will have the same impact on a user in a city and one in a small town.' 'Security is like a railroad, you create it to last for every customer.'

Standalone air defence command may prove counter-productive: IAF chief

Standalone air defence command may prove counter-productive: IAF chief

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

The chief of air staff also said that independent air defence systems in the field will have very little relevance in tomorrow's wars unless they are a part of a larger integrated air defence system.

India forms monkeypox taskforce after patient's death

India forms monkeypox taskforce after patient's death

Rediff.com1 Aug 2022

A 22-year-old man, who recently returned to Kerala from the UAE, allegedly died due to monkeypox on Saturday.

Should A Collegium Pick Election Commissioners?

Should A Collegium Pick Election Commissioners?

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

The system of 'selecting' an election commissioner, which is before the Supreme Court, must be institutionalised.

3 Faces That Defined Politics In 2022

3 Faces That Defined Politics In 2022

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

The coming year will be one that will test sabka vishwas to the utmost, predicts Aditi Phadnis.

Inspirational! How Police Reforms First-Time Offenders

Inspirational! How Police Reforms First-Time Offenders

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

288 first-time offenders have been coaxed to leave the path of crime and lead a normal life.

Market mayhem: Investors poorer by over Rs 8.21 lakh cr

Market mayhem: Investors poorer by over Rs 8.21 lakh cr

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

Investors' wealth eroded by a massive Rs 8,21,666.77 crore on Monday as the market saw a massive sell-off not seen in many months. The BSE benchmark Sensex plunged 1,170.12 points or 1.96 per cent to close at 58,465.89. This is the worst single-day drop for the gauge in over seven months. This was also the fourth straight session of decline for the Sensex.

'Khalistanis are a microscopic minority in Punjab'

'Khalistanis are a microscopic minority in Punjab'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

'The Khalistanis get bulk of the money from abroad.' 'Where did Amritpal's Mercedes come from, which costs well over Rs 60 lakhs?' 'Where does his fleet of vehicles come from?' 'Local Punjabis can certainly not contribute this kind of money.'

Don't think I can play only one format for India: Dhawan

Don't think I can play only one format for India: Dhawan

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

For Dhawan, 'balance on and off the field' is very important, in theory and in practice

Nitish keeps home, Tejashwi gets health; JD-U ministers get depts back

Nitish keeps home, Tejashwi gets health; JD-U ministers get depts back

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

Portfolios were on Tuesday allocated in the new Bihar cabinet headed by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar who, predictably, retained the all-important home department which helps him keep direct control on the state police.

'Not acceptable': SC takes Centre to task for sitting on collegium names for judges

'Not acceptable': SC takes Centre to task for sitting on collegium names for judges

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

The bench issued notice to the incumbent Secretary (Justice) of the Union Law Ministry seeking response on a plea alleging "wilful disobedience" of time frame laid down to facilitate timely appointment in the apex court's April 20 last year order .

Is The BJP Stung By Rahul's Walk?

Is The BJP Stung By Rahul's Walk?

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

Nowadays, our politics is habituated to sitting on a high pedestal, hobnobbing with world leaders, generating impressions of a superpower and returning to earth for the purpose of winning elections. In contrast, the yatra never left earth, observes Shyam G Menon.

BJP, Congress spar over Partition Remembrance Day

BJP, Congress spar over Partition Remembrance Day

Rediff.com14 Aug 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior Bharatiya Janata Party leaders on Sunday paid homage to those who lost their lives during the Partition as the Congress accused the ruling party of using the traumatic events as a 'fodder' for its political battles.

Railways to test anti-collision tech with minister onboard

Railways to test anti-collision tech with minister onboard

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

'Kavach', which literally means armour, is being promoted by the railways as the world's cheapest automatic train collision protection system.

'Langer exit was messy': New Australia chairman

'Langer exit was messy': New Australia chairman

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

Former players and pundits said CA had treated Langer poorly