News for 'JAMA'

Omicron variant less severe than Delta for kids under 5 years: Study

Omicron variant less severe than Delta for kids under 5 years: Study

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

The research, published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics, is the first large-scale study to compare the health outcomes of coronavirus infection from Omicron and Delta in the age group which is not yet vaccinated.

SC's 4th Constitution bench to start hearing note ban pleas

SC's 4th Constitution bench to start hearing note ban pleas

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

The Supreme Court on Tuesday constituted another five-judge Constitution bench which will hear five crucial cases including the challenge to the central government's 2016 decision to demonetise Rs 500 and Rs 1000 currency notes.

PHOTOS: Covid dampens festive mood on Eid al-Adha

PHOTOS: Covid dampens festive mood on Eid al-Adha

Rediff.com1 Aug 2020

Many faithful preferred offering 'namaaz' at their homes than visiting mosques.

Prophet row: Friday prayers go peacefully in UP a week after violence

Prophet row: Friday prayers go peacefully in UP a week after violence

Rediff.com17 Jun 2022

A week after violence erupted in Uttar Pradesh over the remarks on Prophet Muhammad by a Bharatiya Janata Party leader, no untoward incident took place following the Friday prayers, an official said in Lucknow.

The Rise of the New Indian Muslim

The Rise of the New Indian Muslim

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

'Not afraid to look Muslim, not shy of flaunting her nationalism.' 'With a willingness to fight carrying the Constitution, the Flag, the Anthem, Ambedkar, Gandhi and the chant of 'Hindustan Zindabad',' notes Shekhar Gupta.

Is Kartik waiting for the perfect bride?

Is Kartik waiting for the perfect bride?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

Showstopper Kartik Aryan presented Manish Malhotra's Ruhaaniyat collection.

2 floors of BSF HQ sealed as staffer contracts COVID-19

2 floors of BSF HQ sealed as staffer contracts COVID-19

Rediff.com4 May 2020

The eight-storeyed BSF head office is located in the CGOs complex on Lodhi road that also houses the Central Reserve Police Force headquarters, which was placed under similar sealing on Sunday after two staffers tested positive.

106 deaths in Delhi in January due to cold, claims NGO; govt denies

106 deaths in Delhi in January due to cold, claims NGO; govt denies

Rediff.com23 Jan 2022

According to a report prepared by the NGO, 106 people have died due to cold in Delhi between January 1 and January 19.

Anointment of Shahi Imam's son has no legal sanctity: Govt, Wakf to HC

Anointment of Shahi Imam's son has no legal sanctity: Govt, Wakf to HC

Rediff.com20 Nov 2014

The Centre and the Wakf Board on Thursday submitted before the Delhi High Court that the ceremony by Jama Masjid Shahi Imam anointing his son as his deputy and successor has no legal sanctity.

For India's cannabis industry the grass could be greener

For India's cannabis industry the grass could be greener

Rediff.com9 Mar 2021

'The government wants farmers to diversify from rice and wheat, and create another green revolution. Cannabis can play a big part in that'

Tribunal confirms extension of ban on Zakir Naik's foundation

Tribunal confirms extension of ban on Zakir Naik's foundation

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

A tribunal of the Delhi high court has confirmed the extension of a five-year ban imposed on Islamic Research Foundation, set up by fugitive Zakir Naik who is accused of inspiring Muslim youths in India and abroad to commit terror acts.

Explained: Why M&As are rising in India & how investors can benefit

Explained: Why M&As are rising in India & how investors can benefit

Rediff.com4 May 2022

Tesla Inc chief Elon Musk is set to acquire micro-blogging site Twitter for about $44 billion. Back home, India Inc, too, is seeing aggressive merger and acquisition (M&A) activity with PVR-Inox and HDFC-HDFC Bank announcing their mergers recently. While Axis Bank recently acquired Citi India's India retail business, reports suggest Larsen & Toubro Infotech (LTI) and Mindtree could be eyeing a merger.

After 2 yrs, devotees offer Eid prayers in mosques in large numbers

After 2 yrs, devotees offer Eid prayers in mosques in large numbers

Rediff.com3 May 2022

As the month-long fasting observed by the people of the Muslim community during Ramzan came to an end on Modnay, devotees across the country offered namaz on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr in large numbers on Tuesday.

Thunderstorm uproots 290 trees in capital, Lutyens' Delhi alone loses 77

Thunderstorm uproots 290 trees in capital, Lutyens' Delhi alone loses 77

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

The civic body's horticulture department fears some of the uprooted trees might be among those tagged as 'heritage trees' by the NDMC, but the team is yet to compile a damage report and ascertain the facts.

In Delhi, Trudeaus hit a six!

In Delhi, Trudeaus hit a six!

Rediff.com22 Feb 2018

Agra, Ahmedabad, Mumbai and now Delhi. The Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who is on a week-long visit to India, has made his way to the country's capital and it was another day of sightseeing and fun.

PIX: Eid celebrated across the country with fervour

PIX: Eid celebrated across the country with fervour

Rediff.com10 Jul 2022

People came out of homes in large numbers, offered namaz at mosques, greeted each other with hugs and exchanged food and gifts across the length and breadth of India to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha on Sunday.

Court modifies bail order, allows Aazad to visit Delhi

Court modifies bail order, allows Aazad to visit Delhi

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

Aazad may visit Delhi for medical reasons and election purposes. The court had earlier restrained him from visiting Delhi for four weeks and directed him to not hold any 'dharna' till the elections in the national capital.

Curfew remains in 2 J-K districts amid communal tension, Internet suspended

Curfew remains in 2 J-K districts amid communal tension, Internet suspended

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

According to officials, inflammatory speeches were made during a protest against derogatory remarks made against Prophet Mohammad by now-suspended Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson Nupur Sharma.

'Un-Islamic': Muslim outfits condemn tailor's killing in Udaipur

'Un-Islamic': Muslim outfits condemn tailor's killing in Udaipur

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

Delhi Jama Masjid Shahi Imam Syed Ahmed Bukhari called the killing an "act of cowardice" and "an act against Islam".

Shahi Imam has no right to pick son as successor: Delhi HC

Shahi Imam has no right to pick son as successor: Delhi HC

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

The Delhi High Court on Friday said the ceremony by Jama Masjid Shahi Imam Syed Ahmed Bukhari to annoint his son as his successor has no legal sanctity.

COVID-19: Kids face greater risk than previously thought, says study

COVID-19: Kids face greater risk than previously thought, says study

Rediff.com12 May 2020

According to the study, published in JAMA Pediatrics, children are more likely to get very sick if they have other chronic conditions like obesity. "It is also important to note that children without chronic illness are also at risk. Parents need to continue to take the virus seriously," said coauthor of the study.

Jharkhand last phase polling peaceful, 71.69% turnout

Jharkhand last phase polling peaceful, 71.69% turnout

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

The fate of 237 candidates, including two ministers and a former CM, will be decided in this final phase.

Eid Mubarak

Eid Mubarak

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

Eid-ul-Fitr, which marks the culmination of the fasting and holy month of Ramzan, is being celebrated across the country on Thursday.

1 killed in anti-Muslim violence in Sri Lanka

1 killed in anti-Muslim violence in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com14 May 2019

President Maithripala Sirisena has issued a gazette notice banning three Islamic extremist organisations, including National Thowheeth Jama'ath that was blamed for the Easter bombings.

Mask mandate can be removed for now, say experts

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

The assurance comes as India's Covid graph dips -- on Friday 1,109 new coronavirus infections were reported -- and also one case of a new Covid strain in Mumbai.

In Pix: 7 mosques that will take your breath away

In Pix: 7 mosques that will take your breath away

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

Get prepared to be floored by their architecture.

PHOTOS: Religious places prep to reopen gates to devotees

PHOTOS: Religious places prep to reopen gates to devotees

Rediff.com7 Jun 2020

With relaxations in the COVID-19 lockdown, temples across the country are all set to reopen from Monday in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) issued by Union home ministry to prevent coronavirus spread.

DECODED: Why COVID-19 infects less kids than adults

DECODED: Why COVID-19 infects less kids than adults

Rediff.com22 May 2020

Lower levels of ACE2 gene expression in nasal epithelium, the first point of contact for SARS-CoV-2 and the human body, may explain why children have a lower risk of Covid-19 infection and mortality, according to a study. The researchers found that ACE2 gene expression in nasal epithelium was lowest in younger children and increased with age.

NIA gets 10-day custody of 3 separatists in terror funding case

NIA gets 10-day custody of 3 separatists in terror funding case

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

The NIA arrested the three during in-chamber proceedings before Special Judge Rakesh Syal and sought 15-day custodial interrogation.

10 days after leaving hospital crucial for COVID patients: Study

10 days after leaving hospital crucial for COVID patients: Study

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

The study, published in the journal JAMA, found that by the end of 60 days, the COVID-19 patients' overall risk of readmission or death was lower than that for the other two serious conditions.

Bhim Army chief Chandrashekhar Azad launches Azad Samaj Party

Bhim Army chief Chandrashekhar Azad launches Azad Samaj Party

Rediff.com15 Mar 2020

Azad said the Bhim Army will run parallel to the party and continue to fight for Dalit rights and enrol new members.

Violating Delhi cracker ban may invite 6-yr jail: Gopal Rai

Violating Delhi cracker ban may invite 6-yr jail: Gopal Rai

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) also issued guidelines for implementation of the ban on firecrackers, which included directions to the Delhi Police to register a first information report against the violators of the ban.

It's more fasting than feasting this Ramzan in city of Nawabs

It's more fasting than feasting this Ramzan in city of Nawabs

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

With markets closed and meat supply hit due to the COVID-19-induced lockdown, Muslims are in for a Ramzan without their favourite kebabs and other chicken and mutton dishes.

Azam Khan-Bukhari spat puts Mulayam in a spot of bother

Azam Khan-Bukhari spat puts Mulayam in a spot of bother

Rediff.com7 Apr 2012

Samajwadi Party supremo Mulayam Singh Yadav is caught in an escalating spat between Delhi's Jama Masjid Shahi Imam Syed Ahmed Bukhari and Uttar Pradesh Minorities Minister Mohammad Azam Khan, both baying for each other.

PHOTOS: Politicians join Eid festivities

PHOTOS: Politicians join Eid festivities

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

A number of Union ministers including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad reached the residence of Union Minister for Minority Affairs Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi in New Delhi to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on Wednesday.

Terror's new avatar: Unorganised fringe elements

Terror's new avatar: Unorganised fringe elements

Rediff.com29 Aug 2011

Terror attacks over the past nine months -- the Jama Masjid firing, the Varansi blasts and 13/7 bombings -- have left security agencies and investigators clueless. The reason? Today, the threat is not from outfits like the Indian Mujahideen or the Students' Islamic Movement of India, but fringe elements that may strike anytime. Vicky Nanjappa reports

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

Here's a recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.

E-mail threatening CWG traced to Mumbai

E-mail threatening CWG traced to Mumbai

Rediff.com20 Sep 2010

The email purportedly sent by outlawed Indian Mujahideen owning up the attacks outside Jama Masjid and threatening more strikes ahead of Commonwealth Games has been traced to Mumbai, police said on Monday.

Ammonium nitrate used in Delhi car blast

Ammonium nitrate used in Delhi car blast

Rediff.com20 Sep 2010

Ammonium nitrate was used to trigger the car explosion near Jama Masjid which took place just hours after an attack there on a vehicle carrying foreign tourists, the police said on Monday. They said no RDX or detonator was used to carry out the explosion