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Protests erupt across India over citizenship law

Protests erupt across India over citizenship law

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

Several protests -- some peaceful, some violent -- erupted across India on Monday against the police crackdown in Jamia Millia Islamia and the controversial citizenship law as students and political leaders took to the streets, even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi called these protests "deeply distressing" and appealed for peace.

Coronavirus cases rise to 100; more states shut malls, schools

Coronavirus cases rise to 100; more states shut malls, schools

Rediff.com15 Mar 2020

Maharashtra has reported 31 positive cases, Kerala 19, Uttar Pradesh 11, Delhi and Karnataka six each, Ladakh three, Jammu and Kashmir, Rajasthan and Telangana two each; and Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Punjab one case each. The total number of confirmed cases also includes 17 foreigners -- 16 Italian tourists and a Canadian, it said.

'Coronavirus is a huge problem for India'

'Coronavirus is a huge problem for India'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2020

'India needs to do what India can do, which is to keep the number of cases down.' 'If it manages to keep the cases down, it will save lives.'

'NDA has misused its mandate; they aren't bothered about people's problems'

'NDA has misused its mandate; they aren't bothered about people's problems'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

After snapping his political alliance with the ruling National Democratic Alliance at the Centre, N Chandrababu Naidu, chief minister of Andhra Pradesh, speaks to B Dasarath Reddy on what he now has in mind.

Doing a disservice to the services sector

Doing a disservice to the services sector

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

How sustainable and prudent is the policy of boosting services without commensurate growth in infrastructure in the relevant sectors, asksA K Bhattacharya.

Paytm employee tests positive, India's coronavirus count rises to 29

Paytm employee tests positive, India's coronavirus count rises to 29

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

All international passengers will henceforth be screened at airports, Health Minister Harsh Vardhan said at a press conference. Earlier, travellers from only 12 countries were screened at airports for the disease that has claimed over 3,000 lives and infected more than 90,000 worldwide.

How companies deal with coronavirus panic

How companies deal with coronavirus panic

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

Employees asked to work from home... cancelled travel plans... curtailed meetings... Caution and precaution dominate Corporate India's response to Covid-19.

Only 0.33 per cent Indians have had COVID-19

Only 0.33 per cent Indians have had COVID-19

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

'It might get worse. We don't really know what is it that is resulting in the high value of R now.'

Thousands hit streets of Delhi against JNU crackdown

Thousands hit streets of Delhi against JNU crackdown

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

In an unprecedented show of solidarity, thousands of students along with scholars, academics and the intelligentsia on Thursday hit the streets of New Delhi decrying the arrest of JNUSU president Kanhaiya Kumar over charges of sedition and demanding his immediate release.

After slow start, can Vistara rev up?

After slow start, can Vistara rev up?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

Vistara needs to launch more aircraft into service.

Will the IAF not get its Rafales?

Will the IAF not get its Rafales?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

With the Rafale fighter deal stuck over price negotiations, can the prime minister step in and find a way out for both countries?

Superman hangs up his cape

Superman hangs up his cape

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

AB de Villiers could do anything and everything. If he defied gravity on field, with a bat in hand the laws of physics bent to his wishes.

Arpita-Aayush move into their new home

Arpita-Aayush move into their new home

Rediff.com26 Nov 2014

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

India must have a future in Electronics

India must have a future in Electronics

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

'It is in electronics that the gap between where we are and where we need to be is most obvious and most persistent.' 'It is not only a national security issue, but also a commercial issue,' argues Rajeev Srinivasan.

'We will search till we find the last fisherman'

'We will search till we find the last fisherman'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2017

'Not only have we rescued 1,700 fishermen but on the morning of November 30, we evacuated 1,044 fishing folk, otherwise the missing numbers would have been much higher.'

When the parent comes out of sub-brands' shadows

When the parent comes out of sub-brands' shadows

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

UTC India is playing up the umbrella brand of Carrier and OTIS to push integrated services.

Violence erupts in Pakistan after govt crackdown on protesters

Violence erupts in Pakistan after govt crackdown on protesters

Rediff.com25 Nov 2017

About 2,000 activists of Tehreek-i-Khatm-i-Nabuwwat, Tehreek-i-Labaik Ya Rasool Allah and the Sunni Tehreek Pakistan for more than two weeks have been blocking the Islamabad Expressway and Murree Road that connect Islamabad with its only airport and the garrison city of Rawalpindi.

Agusta middleman Christian Michel sent to 5-day CBI custody

Agusta middleman Christian Michel sent to 5-day CBI custody

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

A bail plea was also moved on his behalf. The court did not give any specific date for hearing the bail plea.

Why are our airports in such a mess?

Why are our airports in such a mess?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2017

Domestic airports across the country are bursting at the seams. And new ones are stuck.

The daredevil fighter pilot who survived a Pakistani bullet

The daredevil fighter pilot who survived a Pakistani bullet

Rediff.com9 Sep 2015

'We were firing at Patton tanks that were moving towards India.' 'Fighter aircraft are the biggest menace for tanks because they come at great speed, attack from a height and their rockets are lethal.' 'The Hunter travels at 400, 420 knots. One knot is 1.6 times a km, so it was at a speed of 700, 800 km/hr.' 'You come at great speed and when you see the tanks, you pull up because attacks are always done in a dive.' 'You go up to 3,000 to 4,000 feet and then dive on to the target and let off your rockets...'

Heat wave kills over 1,800; weatherman has more bad news

Heat wave kills over 1,800; weatherman has more bad news

Rediff.com28 May 2015

Over 1,800 dead in just over a week! The bristling summer continues to claim lives across India as temperatures soar between mid-to high-40 degrees. And there's no respite in sight for at least the next couple of days.

Sheena Bora trial: And Peter sat next to Indrani...

Sheena Bora trial: And Peter sat next to Indrani...

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

Much to his surprise, Peter finds Sanjeev indicating he should sit in the middle, next to Indrani. This spot is normally occupied by Sanjeev, Indrani's former husband, who has probably found himself a willy-nilly barrier between the warring couple. The Mukerjeas, clearly, had matters to discuss.

Decoding Malaysian PM's 6-day visit to India

Decoding Malaysian PM's 6-day visit to India

Rediff.com3 Apr 2017

Considering the common linkages, high-level trust, complementarities, and convergent interests between the two nations, Malaysia has the potential to become India's key partner in Southeast Asia, says Dr Rahul Mishra.

Ranji roundup: Ashwin made to work hard on Day 1

Ranji roundup: Ashwin made to work hard on Day 1

Rediff.com2 Nov 2018

The India Test spinner had one wicket to show in 21 overs during Day 1 of the Ranji Trophy Group B match against Madhya Pradesh.

Meet IBM's Transformation Man

Meet IBM's Transformation Man

Rediff.com8 Sep 2017

'My simple instruction to every IBM salesperson is, "When you go to the customer, use less of this (he points to his mouth) and more of this (ear)".' 'Talk less, listen more",' Karan Bajwa tells Raghu Krishnan.

Xiaomi launches Mi5, to take on Apple, Samsung

Xiaomi launches Mi5, to take on Apple, Samsung

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

Xiaomi has unveiled its flagship Mi5 handset, priced at Rs 24,999.

Is BJP fine-tuning its line on nationalism?

Is BJP fine-tuning its line on nationalism?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2017

'Since the general election is only two years away, the BJP will need a surefire plan of action -- and it cannot be either the Ram temple or ultra-nationalism,' says Amulya Ganguli.

LS polls: Bihar sees lowest turnout with 50%, WB tops with 81%

LS polls: Bihar sees lowest turnout with 50%, WB tops with 81%

Rediff.com12 Apr 2019

This time however, the poll panel did not share the overall polling percentage at its briefing.

22 killed, several trapped after under-construction flyover collapses in Kolkata

22 killed, several trapped after under-construction flyover collapses in Kolkata

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

Many others are feared to have been trapped under the debris. Rescue work is on, as per last reports.

Reviving Noida airport project could ruffle Delhi's feathers

Reviving Noida airport project could ruffle Delhi's feathers

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

An airport in Noida could lead to higher user fees and diversion of traffic from Delhi, which has huge unused capacity.

The designer who wants to end violence against women

The designer who wants to end violence against women

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

'I was emotionally disturbed after hearing about foeticides and later Nirbhaya and felt that as successful women, we must raise our voice against these issues.' '#SheIsMe, an inspirational fashion showcase, was a personal tribute that proclaimed that despite their flaws and limitations, women are beautiful, magical and strong.'

Prone to allergies? What you must know

Prone to allergies? What you must know

Rediff.com19 Jul 2018

From food to skin, allergies in India are rapidly on the rise, says Nikita Puri.

Dhoni, Raina, Bravo missing at Jadeja's wedding reception

Dhoni, Raina, Bravo missing at Jadeja's wedding reception

Rediff.com18 Apr 2016

The Gujarat Lions team members and supporting staff came wearing orange turbans to the reception.

The plight of farmers in drought-affected Beed

The plight of farmers in drought-affected Beed

Rediff.com18 May 2016

Peasants from Maharashtra's drought-affected Beed district feel the government machinery and politicians are indifferent to their plight.

'Won't be surprised if I stopped acting after some years'

'Won't be surprised if I stopped acting after some years'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2017

'Reading a newspaper is as important to me as reading a script. Sitting in a caf and drinking coffee is as important as going for a shoot.' Peeking into Atul Kulkarni's life.

Should Tata be ranked India's best brand?

Should Tata be ranked India's best brand?

Rediff.com18 Aug 2014

Famous and long believed to be trusted Indian brands have wilted against foreign brands, says Mohan Guruswamy.

We seem to be unable to treat Kashmiris as Indians

We seem to be unable to treat Kashmiris as Indians

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

'The Indian middle class ignores the conflicts areas in Jammu and Kashmir, in Central India and in the North East.' 'The violence does not touch us at all and so we are able to easily look away from the underlying reasons and grievances.'

Why the Rafale deal will be a game-changer for India

Why the Rafale deal will be a game-changer for India

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

India's enemies be warned: The Rafale deal will bring a sea change in India's defence preparedness.

India reports 2nd coronavirus death, several states in shutdown mode

India reports 2nd coronavirus death, several states in shutdown mode

Rediff.com13 Mar 2020

The Union Health ministry put the number of positive cases at 82, eight more since Thursday night, which includes the woman and a 76-year-old man from Karnataka who became the country's first coronavirus fatality besides 17 foreign nationals, Health Ministry officials said.

Mani Ratnam: 'I don't believe in giving advice'

Mani Ratnam: 'I don't believe in giving advice'

Rediff.com4 May 2015

'The younger generation may be hip, modern and Westernised outside, but there is something very Indian and traditional in them.' 'It's debatable just how good the concept of marriage is, but this is the only system that has survived over centuries.'