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Ruchira Gupta: The icon we called 'Kiddy'

Ruchira Gupta: The icon we called 'Kiddy'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2017

When Subir Roy met Ruchira Gupta at The Telegraph 35 years ago she was not quite 20 and not a graduate. Today she is the indomitable founder of Apne Aap, which has touched the lives of over 21,000 women who were victims of sex trafficking.

Modi begins 'groundbreaking' visit, Netanyahu says 'historic'

Modi begins 'groundbreaking' visit, Netanyahu says 'historic'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

In a break from protocol, Netanyahu received Modi at the Ben-Gurion International Airport.

Akshay, Salman excel in Jaan-E-Mann

Akshay, Salman excel in Jaan-E-Mann

Rediff.com20 Oct 2006

Mr Modi, please heed loss of morale in armed forces

Mr Modi, please heed loss of morale in armed forces

Rediff.com21 Apr 2017

'The non-implementation of the Seventh Pay Commission, almost a year after it was implemented for civilians, is gradually beginning to hurt morale in the armed forces,' says Brigadier Gurmeet Kanwal (retd).

India's first private rocket launch in 4 years

India's first private rocket launch in 4 years

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

If successful, this would increase capacity to hurl small satellites into space, meeting both local demand and serving global customers.

India builds satellite for mobile TV

India builds satellite for mobile TV

Rediff.com23 Feb 2006

Indian space scientists are designing a new generation satellite with unfurlable antenna for mobile television services - the proposed spacecraft would have multimedia applications as well.

The Star Trek mystique is alive and well

The Star Trek mystique is alive and well

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

Star Trek is middle-aged and a bit tired but it's definitely here to stay, feels Shuma Raha.

Ranji roundup: Pujara hits record 12th double ton, goes past Merchant

Ranji roundup: Pujara hits record 12th double ton, goes past Merchant

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

Cheteshwar Pujara surpassed Vijay Merchant's record for the most double hundreds by an Indian in first-class cricket -- a record that stood for almost 70 years. A roundup of Day 2 of the Ranji Trophy matches on Thursday.

Now, computer chip based on human brain

Now, computer chip based on human brain

Rediff.com16 Aug 2013

Scientists, including one of Indian origin, are developing a computer chip that mimics the human brain.

'What is the right time to appear for GRE?'

'What is the right time to appear for GRE?'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2015

Overseas education consultant NNS Chandra offers advice on everything you need to know about pursuing an international education.

RLV-TD, India's first 'space shuttle', successfully launched

RLV-TD, India's first 'space shuttle', successfully launched

Rediff.com23 May 2016

India on Monday successfully launched the first technology demonstrator of indigenously made Reusable Launch Vehicle, capable of launching satellites into orbit around earth and then re-enter the atmosphere, from Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh.

IPL PHOTOS: RCB seal second spot by crushing Delhi

IPL PHOTOS: RCB seal second spot by crushing Delhi

Rediff.com22 May 2016

Royal Challengers Bangalore grabbed an impressive second spot in the IPL Play-offs with a six-wicket win over Delhi Daredevils as Virat Kohli continued with his superlative batting show by hitting a responsible 54-run knock, in Raipur on Sunday. The second position will provide RCB with two chances to qualify for the final.

How INSAT-4C will revolutionise DTH

How INSAT-4C will revolutionise DTH

Rediff.com29 Jun 2006

Agni-5 can deliver a nuclear bomb anywhere in China

Agni-5 can deliver a nuclear bomb anywhere in China

Rediff.com27 Dec 2016

China's and India's nuclear doctrines mandate 'No First Use' of nuclear weapons, so use against each other seems unlikely.

Tata Nexon to hit the roads in 2017

Tata Nexon to hit the roads in 2017

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

This compact SUV comes packed with the best in class features, variants, power, fuel-efficiency, interiors and even space

US Congressmen want PM to address Congress in June

US Congressmen want PM to address Congress in June

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

Obviously having gotten the green light from the Prime Minister's Office in New Delhi that if they lobby the Speaker to address a joint session of Congress, which he has not been able to do despite his three visits to the US, the Congressmen informed Paul Ryan that 'It is our understanding that if invited, the prime minister would accept.'

Ashwin leads India's fightback after Jennings debut ton

Ashwin leads India's fightback after Jennings debut ton

Rediff.com8 Dec 2016

Keaton Jennings impressed on his debut for England with a century but off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin brought India back with a late three-wicket burst on the opening day of the fourth cricket Test in Mumbai on Thursday. - Scorecard England were going strong by taking tea at 196 for two but India reduced the visitors to 288 for five at stumps as Ashwin removed Moeen Ali (50) and Jennings (112) in space of three balls and later got rid of Jonny Bairstow (14). Ben Stokes (25) and Jos Buttler (18) were the unbeaten batsmen at close after an unfinished stand of 39 on a track that would be difficult to negotiate with passage of time.

WTF News: It's Weird, True and Funny

WTF News: It's Weird, True and Funny

Rediff.com13 Apr 2016

Here's your weekly digest of the most weird, true and funny news from the across the world.

20 satellites in 26 minutes! ISRO makes space history

20 satellites in 26 minutes! ISRO makes space history

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

This is ISRO's new record of launching 20 satellites, including those from the US, Germany, Canada and Indonesia.

NASA probe hits comet

NASA probe hits comet

Rediff.com4 Jul 2005

The cosmic smash-up did not significantly alter the comet's orbit around the sun and NASA said the experiment does not pose any danger to Earth.

Fidel Castro, in pictures

Fidel Castro, in pictures

Rediff.com26 Nov 2016

Glimpses from the Commandante's colourful life.

India, Italy strengthen ties; sign 6 accords

India, Italy strengthen ties; sign 6 accords

Rediff.com14 Feb 2005

The agreements were inked in the presence of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and visiting Italian President Carlo Azeglio Ciampi after the two leaders held discussions on important issues of mutual concern.

IndiGo vs Vistara: It's a tough battle

IndiGo vs Vistara: It's a tough battle

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

Indigo, the largest player in the domestic aviation space, cannot afford to ignore new entrant Vistara.

Discovery lands, ending days of anxiety

Discovery lands, ending days of anxiety

Rediff.com9 Aug 2005

With the spacecraft's safe landing, NASA's mission came to a happy ending unlike the 2003 Columbia disaster in which India-born Kalpana Chawla was killed along with her six colleagues aboard the shuttle

US payloads on Indian moon mission

US payloads on Indian moon mission

Rediff.com28 Apr 2005

The two US payloads are -Mini Synthetic Aperture Radar and Moon Mineralogy Mapper.

What NASA offers enthusiastic students

What NASA offers enthusiastic students

Rediff.com21 Sep 2004

An opportunity to fly on its famous 'Weightless Wonder' aircraft.

Dotz ice cream is hot business

Dotz ice cream is hot business

Rediff.com13 Oct 2005

Deepika: I owe my life to Sanjay Leela Bhansali

Deepika: I owe my life to Sanjay Leela Bhansali

Rediff.com16 Dec 2015

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

PM to meet Bush on July 18

PM to meet Bush on July 18

Rediff.com3 Jun 2005

The three-day visit, at the invitation of Bush, is aimed at taking the process further based on a shared vision of the two leaders, External Affairs Ministry spokesman said in New Delhi.

Discovery landing put off by a day

Discovery landing put off by a day

Rediff.com8 Aug 2005

NASA delayed the touchdown initially by 90 minutes and later put it off till tomorrow as low clouds hovered over the space center

Iron Khan, Black Widow Chopra and other Bollywood Avengers

Iron Khan, Black Widow Chopra and other Bollywood Avengers

Rediff.com20 Apr 2015

What if we made The Avengers here in India?

PHOTOS: Duminy's all-round show wins Delhi a thriller

PHOTOS: Duminy's all-round show wins Delhi a thriller

Rediff.com18 Apr 2015

Delhi Daredevils defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by four runs.

4 tips to sell your house in a down market

4 tips to sell your house in a down market

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

Here is how you can do it!

Mexico backs India's bid for NSG membership

Mexico backs India's bid for NSG membership

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

India on Thursday secured Mexico's backing in its bid to become member of the Nuclear Suppliers Group as it aggressively scouted for support ahead of a crucial meeting of the 48-nation nuclear trading bloc in Vienna.

'Great Wall seen from space'

'Great Wall seen from space'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2005

Other structures which can be seen from space include the Pyramids of Egypt, airports, highways - and even Beijing's Third Ring Road, said China Daily.

SpaceShipOne is Time's 'Invention of the Year'

SpaceShipOne is Time's 'Invention of the Year'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2004

SpaceShipOne, the world first privately developed spacecraft that first entered the space in October, has been named '2004 Invention of the Year' by Time magazine as a part of its annual 'Coolest Invention' issue.

Mahindra Scorpio Vs Honda BR-V: Which is the better SUV?

Mahindra Scorpio Vs Honda BR-V: Which is the better SUV?

Rediff.com29 Aug 2016

The urban, more sophisticated buyer will favour the BR-V over the Scorpio