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In yet another attack, Khalistan supporters vandalise temple in Oz

In yet another attack, Khalistan supporters vandalise temple in Oz

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

A prominent Hindu temple in Brisbane was attacked by Khalistan supporters on Saturday, in the latest incident of vandalism against Hindu temples in Australia.

Prajakta Koli Gets Engaged!

Prajakta Koli Gets Engaged!

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

YouTuber Prajakta Koli announced her engagement to boyfriend Vrishank Khanal.

'Rename Central Vista after Ambedkar'

'Rename Central Vista after Ambedkar'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

'If Rajpath was a symbol of slavery, how is the Central Vista not a symbol of slavery?'

Tremors felt in north India after earthquake in Afghanistan

Tremors felt in north India after earthquake in Afghanistan

Rediff.com9 May 2018

The epicentre of the quake, measuring 6.1 on the Richter scale, was Afghanistan-Tajikistan border and it occurred at 4.01 pm.

India ready to back any effort for better environment, global wellness: Modi

India ready to back any effort for better environment, global wellness: Modi

Rediff.com5 Jun 2022

Giving the slogan of "one earth, many efforts", he said India is ready to lend its support to actions to make environment better and improve global wellness.

10 things we know from 'ArnabGate'

10 things we know from 'ArnabGate'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2021

Sumit Bhattacharya lists what the leaked WhatsApp conversations reveal about the man named Arnab Goswami, and a certain PDG.

Huge uproar erupts over Jadavpur University student death

Huge uproar erupts over Jadavpur University student death

Rediff.com17 Aug 2023

The University Grants Commission (UGC) in Delhi reprimanded Jadavpur University for submitting a "generic" report about the incident.

India asks for $55-million funding in first call with Pandemic Fund

India asks for $55-million funding in first call with Pandemic Fund

Rediff.com30 May 2023

In a significant development, India is believed to have placed a funding request of around $55 million in its first call with the Pandemic Fund of the World Bank, sources said. The fund has been set up to finance critical investments in a bid to strengthen pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response capacities at national, regional, and global levels, with a focus on low- and middle-income countries. It was created in the aftermath of the Covid-19 global pandemic.

Khalistani extremists vandalise yet another Hindu temple in Canada

Khalistani extremists vandalise yet another Hindu temple in Canada

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

The posters shared by Australia Today, read "Canada investigates the role of India in June 18th assassination".

PM celebrates Diwali in Kargil with soldiers; says India never waged war

PM celebrates Diwali in Kargil with soldiers; says India never waged war

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Modi invoked the epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata to assert that it is in Indian tradition to avoid war be it in Lanka or Kurukshetra and the country stands for world peace.

What Tanya Maniktala Would Do On A Date

What Tanya Maniktala Would Do On A Date

Rediff.com11 May 2023

It's always the tiny details that matter for her.

Free mock test for GATE-2006!

Free mock test for GATE-2006!

Rediff.com24 Aug 2005

The GATEForum is organising a free mock test for aspirants of the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering-2006.

When An Old Friend Passes Away...

When An Old Friend Passes Away...

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

There will be work today, there will be work tomorrow, there will be work the day after, but nothing will make up for the eternal regret of not seeing a friend when he was dying.

First two retail stores in India 'milestone' for Apple: Tim Cook

First two retail stores in India 'milestone' for Apple: Tim Cook

Rediff.com5 May 2023

India is at a "tipping point" and a major focus for Apple, the technology giant's CEO Tim Cook has said, terming the opening of its first two retail stores in the country - in Mumbai and Delhi - as a "milestone" for the company. Speaking at Apple's Q2 2023 earnings call on Thursday, Cook emphasised the dynamism and vibrancy in the Indian market, calling it "unbelievable". "Looking at the business in India, we did set a quarterly record, grew very strong, double digits year-over-year.

Show 'big heart' and join Parliament inauguration: BJP to Opposition

Show 'big heart' and join Parliament inauguration: BJP to Opposition

Rediff.com25 May 2023

The BJP on Thursday alleged that the opposition parties have decided to boycott the inauguration of the new Parliament building by Prime Minister Narendra Modi just because it has been built at his initiative.

Gates praises Indian rice that can withstand flood

Gates praises Indian rice that can withstand flood

Rediff.com23 Apr 2010

Bill Gates, a frequent visitor to India, had a firsthand experience of this variety of rice when he visited the country last year.

When It Began To Snow In Dubai

When It Began To Snow In Dubai

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

In Dubai, A Ganesh Nadar encountered high speeds on smooth-as-silk-roads, no bureaucracy, gold, Mr Toad's. And snow!

Protests turn violent in Delhi; cars torched

Protests turn violent in Delhi; cars torched

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

The national capital on Friday witnessed a wave of fresh protests with a car being set on fire during one of the several demonstrations by people in their thousands who took to the streets shouting anti-government slogans over the contentious citizenship law. The epicentre of the protest was the locality around the Jama Masjid where large number of people held a massive protest after the Friday prayers at the mosque defying prohibitory orders and police clampdown.

When Was Ram Mandir Project Not Political?

When Was Ram Mandir Project Not Political?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

The Opposition's stand on the Ayodhya consecration is puzzling. Their only objection seems to be that the BJP has hijacked a religious event for political benefit. In saying this, the Opposition is either being naive or hypocritical, argues Jyoti Punwani.

'Ram Mandir Is With 2024 Election In Mind'

'Ram Mandir Is With 2024 Election In Mind'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

'We should not underestimate the power of Hindutva.'

India's COVID-19 caseload crosses 82 lakh-mark

India's COVID-19 caseload crosses 82 lakh-mark

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

A total of 75,44,798 people have recuperated from COVID-19 so far, taking the national recovery rate to 91.68 per cent, while the case fatality rate was recorded at 1.49 per cent.

Gates defends statement on 'repeat of 26/11'

Gates defends statement on 'repeat of 26/11'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2010

In an apparent bid to pacify the Pakistani leadership, United States Defence Secretary Robert Gates has said that his statement -- that any more Mumbai type attacks could probably ignite a war between India and Pakistan -- was 'misunderstood'.Addressing a gathering at the National Defence University in Islamabad, Gates said the US had never encouraged India to attack Pakistan.

RSS-BJP policies aim at converting fear into hatred, alleges Rahul Gandhi

RSS-BJP policies aim at converting fear into hatred, alleges Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com24 Dec 2022

Addressing a gathering at the Delhi border as the Bharat Jodo Yatra led by Gandhi entered Delhi, he said, "They spread hatred, we spread love and embrace all Indians".

Bill Gates keen to partner ID card project

Bill Gates keen to partner ID card project

Rediff.com25 Jul 2009

Microsoft, the world's largest software company, is keen to partner India in a project to issue unique identification to each citizen, its chairman Bill Gates said on Friday.

India at Raisina: The People were the Heroes

India at Raisina: The People were the Heroes

Rediff.com26 Dec 2012

'The youth atop the poles on Raisina Hill need respect and an accommodating attitude. Not lathis and water cannons,' says Tarun Vijay.

'How can I let go of my faith?'

'How can I let go of my faith?'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

Rediff.com's Utkarsh Mishra visits the Kashi Vishwanath-Gyanvapi mosque in Varanasi, which is fast being turned into another mandir-masjid dispute.

Drinking water from human poop? Yes, Bill Gates makes it a reality!

Drinking water from human poop? Yes, Bill Gates makes it a reality!

Rediff.com9 Jan 2015

The innovative sewage plant can turn human faeces into electricity and clean drinking water.

Fire breaks out in Kolkata airport, no casualty; arrivals remain unaffected

Fire breaks out in Kolkata airport, no casualty; arrivals remain unaffected

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

The fire was noticed at around 9.10 pm and it was doused within half an hour, officials said adding that no arrival flight was affected.

What's Freida Pinto doing in India?

What's Freida Pinto doing in India?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

And more importantly who's keeping her company?

Sandpaper Gate: Early reprieve for banned trio?

Sandpaper Gate: Early reprieve for banned trio?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2018

Australian cricket authorities are bracing up for a final round of deliberations on reducing the ball-tampering ban on Steve Smith and David Warner, with a face-off against an upbeat India awaiting the weakened home team.

GATE 2014: 10 tips to help you ace the test

GATE 2014: 10 tips to help you ace the test

Rediff.com15 Dec 2013

Abhijit Chaudhari, Director, GATEFORUM shares advice on how you can optimise your preparation for the upcoming entrance examination for engineering graduates.

Denied hall in IISc, Teesta, students hold meeting in garden

Denied hall in IISc, Teesta, students hold meeting in garden

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Human rights activist Teesta Setalvad on Friday said she was prevented from delivering a lecture at the premier Indian Institute of Science as the administration cancelled the meeting at the last minute.

India logs 226 fresh Covid infections; active cases rise to 3,653

India logs 226 fresh Covid infections; active cases rise to 3,653

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

The death toll stands at 5,30,702 with three fatalities reconciled by Kerala, data updated at 8 am by the ministry stated.

Biden, Modi likely to take forward GE jet engine deal

Biden, Modi likely to take forward GE jet engine deal

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

United States President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi are expected to make meaningful advancements on the GE jet engine deal and civil nuclear technology during their bilateral talks, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan was cited in a Reuters report.

'BJP will have no effect. Not even an iota'

'BJP will have no effect. Not even an iota'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

'The people of Tamil Nadu in particular Chennai know about the double standards of the BJP. Nothing will work for them here.'

Ashok Vemuri doubles his Infy salary at iGate

Ashok Vemuri doubles his Infy salary at iGate

Rediff.com19 Sep 2013

He will get annual base salary of $1.3 million apart from bonus.

Uttarakhand passes UCC bill, other BJP-ruled states get template

Uttarakhand passes UCC bill, other BJP-ruled states get template

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

The Uttarakhand assembly on Wednesday passed the Uniform Civil Code Bill, which may serve as a template for other Bharatiya Janata Party-run states to enact similar legislation.

Scorching summers leave India hot and sweaty!

Scorching summers leave India hot and sweaty!

Rediff.com9 May 2019

Melting roads, deserted streets, exhausted pedestrians, and thirsty animals is what the scorching summer has left Indians with. Severe heat wave conditions currently prevail over many parts of the nation with temperatures in central and western India soar beyond 45C. Take a look!

Gates' Delhi visit: Strategic course-correction

Gates' Delhi visit: Strategic course-correction

Rediff.com21 Jan 2010

During Dr Gates' just-concluded stay in Delhi, one saw the transition in adjusting himself to Obama's vision of India as the pre-eminent power of South Asia, whose role will be important for the success of Obama's Af-Pak strategy, writes strategic expert B Raman.

Missed CAT 2013? 10 tips to make the most of GATE 2014

Missed CAT 2013? 10 tips to make the most of GATE 2014

Rediff.com22 Oct 2013

The dip in campus placements has resulted in increased registrations for the GATE, making it more competitive.