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Strolling down the street

Strolling down the street

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

... and I learn more about economic trends than from books, says Ajit Balakrishnan.

India records 56,211 fresh COVID-19 cases

India records 56,211 fresh COVID-19 cases

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

The number of people who have recuperated from the disease surged to 1,13,93,021.

India's Covid tally crosses 41 lakh with over 90k cases

India's Covid tally crosses 41 lakh with over 90k cases

Rediff.com6 Sep 2020

There are 8,62,320 active cases of coronavirus infection in the country which comprises 20.96 per cent of the total caseload, the data stated.

Kargil: How MiG-25 Played A Special Role

Kargil: How MiG-25 Played A Special Role

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

'All enemy positions lay exposed, providing immense information to the Indian Army and IAF to conduct successful flushing out operations.'

PHOTOS: Maha malls prep to reopen from August 5

PHOTOS: Maha malls prep to reopen from August 5

Rediff.com31 Jul 2020

As part of the Mission Begin Again initiative in Maharashtra, malls and market complexes without theatres, food courts and restaurants will be operational between 9 am and 7 pm from August 5.

Air India flight brings home 239 Indians from UK

Air India flight brings home 239 Indians from UK

Rediff.com10 May 2020

In addition to this, two more repatriation flights -- one each from Singapore and Manila ( Philippines) -- are expected to arrive in Mumbai on Sunday.

Federer to auction off Grand Slam memorabilia

Federer to auction off Grand Slam memorabilia

Rediff.com28 Apr 2021

The 20-times Grand Slam champion is putting various items under the hammer in two sales in June and July at Christie's to raise money for his foundation.

Covaxin found to neutralise 617 Covid variant: Dr Fauci

Covaxin found to neutralise 617 Covid variant: Dr Fauci

Rediff.com28 Apr 2021

The New York Times on Tuesday said Covaxin works by teaching the immune system to make antibodies against the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus. The antibodies attach to viral proteins, such as the so-called spike proteins that stud its surface.

Corona insurance: 3 tips to keep in mind

Corona insurance: 3 tips to keep in mind

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

Many insurers either do not cover consumables like PPE kits, gloves, etc at all or cover up to a certain limit, warns Amit Chhhabra.

Ramdev summoned in suit by doctors on misinformation against allopathy

Ramdev summoned in suit by doctors on misinformation against allopathy

Rediff.com27 Oct 2021

The Delhi high court on Wednesday issued summons to Ramdev on a lawsuit by several doctors' associations for allegedly spreading misinformation against allopathy amid the COVID-19 pandemic, saying that the plea was not frivolous and a case for its institution was 'definitely' made out.

Cricket Buzz: Women cricketers to get Lord's recognition

Cricket Buzz: Women cricketers to get Lord's recognition

Rediff.com28 Feb 2019

'This is a landmark moment for Lord's, with women's cricket now documented in the dressing rooms for the first time.'

These smart devices will make you healthier!

These smart devices will make you healthier!

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

Amrita Singh scours the market for the smartest health devices going.

Premier League clubs agree matchday protocols

Premier League clubs agree matchday protocols

Rediff.com11 Jun 2020

According to media reports clubs will also respect a minute's silence for those who have died during the pandemic and kits will include a heart-shaped badge in honour of NHS and frontline staff during the crisis.

India Inc opens its coffers for PM-CARES Fund

India Inc opens its coffers for PM-CARES Fund

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

From offering office premises that can be converted into isolation wards to earmarking funds to be used for procuring kits, ventilators as well as personal protective equipment for health care workers, India Inc has put a united front to combat the unprecedented crisis facing the country.

Will give 'befitting reply' to IMA legal notice: Patanjali

Will give 'befitting reply' to IMA legal notice: Patanjali

Rediff.com27 May 2021

Patanjali Yogpeeth on Thursday confirmed that it has received a defamation notice served by the Indian Medical Association (IMA), demanding an apology from Yoga Guru Ramdev over remarks on modern medicine, and said it will give legally a 'befitting reply'.

Coronavirus death toll crosses 100 in US

Coronavirus death toll crosses 100 in US

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

The first fatality from COVID-19 was reported from the Washington state on February 26.

Are you ready for Vir Das' new show?

Are you ready for Vir Das' new show?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2020

'What's the first thing you're going to do when the world is normal again?'

Omicron thrice more contagious, activate war rooms: Centre to states

Omicron thrice more contagious, activate war rooms: Centre to states

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

In a letter to the states and union territories, Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan advised implementing strategic interventions for containment like imposition of night curfew, strict regulation of large gatherings, curtailing numbers in marriages and funerals besides increasing testing and surveillance.

BMC to acquire 100 beds of pvt hospitals in each Mumbai ward

BMC to acquire 100 beds of pvt hospitals in each Mumbai ward

Rediff.com21 May 2020

This will facilitate availability of at least 2,400 more beds for patients in the city, the BMC said.

India reports record 64,399 new COVID-19 cases

India reports record 64,399 new COVID-19 cases

Rediff.com9 Aug 2020

The case fatality rate has dropped 2.01 per cent, according to ministry data.

Action in cases of crime against women must: Centre's new advisory

Action in cases of crime against women must: Centre's new advisory

Rediff.com10 Oct 2020

The detailed three-page advisory of the Union Home Ministry came days after the alleged gangrape and murder of a woman at Hathras in Uttar Pradesh sparked nationwide outrage.

India records 3.29 lakh new Covid cases, 3,876 deaths

India records 3.29 lakh new Covid cases, 3,876 deaths

Rediff.com11 May 2021

The number of people who have recuperated from the disease surged to 1,90,27,304.

Do A Self SWOT Before Job Interview

Do A Self SWOT Before Job Interview

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

Unless you know what you are and what you are not, how will you get an appropriate job?

India's Covid fatality rate falls to 2.23%, recoveries near 10 lakh

India's Covid fatality rate falls to 2.23%, recoveries near 10 lakh

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

The recovery rate among COVID-19 patients has increased to 64.51 per cent.

England cricketers to return to individual training next week

England cricketers to return to individual training next week

Rediff.com15 May 2020

Players will undergo temperature checks and observe social distancing guidelines as laid out by the government. With dressing rooms, players and support staff will need to arrive in full kit for training.

COVID-19 doubling rate 11 days, fatality 3.2%: Govt

COVID-19 doubling rate 11 days, fatality 3.2%: Govt

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

Also, the recovery rate in COVID-19 patients has progressively improved from 13.06 per cent to over 25 per cent in the country over the last 14 days. Addressing a press briefing, Joint Secretary in the ministry Lav Agarwal said the doubling rate of COVID-19 cases in several states is better than the national average.

Over 1,000 bird deaths reported; Centre issues advisories

Over 1,000 bird deaths reported; Centre issues advisories

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

Fresh bird deaths were reported on Tuesday, including over 900 from Himachal Pradesh and Rajasthan, amid cases of avian influenza in 10 states and union territories, with the Centre saying it has issued advisories on testing and maintaining sufficient stock of PPE kits for culling operations.

PHOTOS: Inside a quarantine centre in Delhi

PHOTOS: Inside a quarantine centre in Delhi

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

Senior officials in the government have been pointing out that while cases are reducing, people should not get complacent.

Looking for a new camera? Read this first

Looking for a new camera? Read this first

Rediff.com15 May 2018

Here are a few cameras that will help you bring home the memories With holidays around the corner, travelling to exotic places is on our minds, says Abhik Sen

Pregnant women can now take Covid vaccine

Pregnant women can now take Covid vaccine

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

The decision empowers pregnant women to make an informed choice on taking the Covid vaccination, the ministry said, adding these women can now register on CoWIN or walk-in to the nearest Covid vaccination centre to get themselves inoculated.

COVID-19: France, US deliver oxygen supplies to India

COVID-19: France, US deliver oxygen supplies to India

Rediff.com2 May 2021

France on Sunday delivered to India 28 tonnes of ready-to-use medical supplies including eight large oxygen plants while the US sent to India a third flight that brought over 1000 oxygen cylinders

Delhi hospitals witness lowest Covid admissions in 2 months

Delhi hospitals witness lowest Covid admissions in 2 months

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

The decline in hospital admissions can be attributed to the drop in the number of positive cases, officials said.

Uttarakhand disaster: 13 more bodies recovered, toll rises to 51

Uttarakhand disaster: 13 more bodies recovered, toll rises to 51

Rediff.com14 Feb 2021

Rescue teams on Sunday recovered 13 more bodies, including the first ones to be pulled out from the sludge-choked Tapovan tunnel where a massive operation to reach about 30 people trapped inside began after a flash flood in Chamoli district a week ago.

Need for expert advice, not ad-hocism: HC to Centre on Covid

Need for expert advice, not ad-hocism: HC to Centre on Covid

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

The Madras high court on Thursday pulled up the Centre over its alleged lapse in taking prompt action in containing the Covid-19 pandemic, wondering what it was doing for 14 months.

The couple who travel the world recreating movie scenes

The couple who travel the world recreating movie scenes

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

Some couples like to cook together while others like to work out. Robin Lachhein, 31, and Judith Schneider, 30, from Hofheim, Germany, have a slightly more involved hobby: They travel the world together re-creating famous movie and television serial scenes. They post images of their amazing recreations to their Instagram page, Secret Famous Places, which has amassed a following of more than 20,000 people. Among the scenes they have recreated are the dancing scene from La La Land in Griffith Park, Los Angeles, a scene from romantic comedy P.S I Love You and from the blockbuster hit Game of Thrones. Keep scrolling to see some of their favourite shots so far.

Pinaka rocket boosts India's strike power

Pinaka rocket boosts India's strike power

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

A salvo from a Pinaka battery brings down on the enemy more than seven tonnes of high explosive in just 44 seconds.

Negative report or 2 vaccine jabs to enter counting hall: EC

Negative report or 2 vaccine jabs to enter counting hall: EC

Rediff.com28 Apr 2021

Candidates or their agents who have received both the doses of Covid-19 vaccine can also enter the counting hall on May 2 when votes for Assam, West Bengal, Kerala, Puducherry and Tamil Nadu will be counted, according to the guidelines issued on Wednesday.

New Covid strain: Total 25 people in India test positive

New Covid strain: Total 25 people in India test positive

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

These 25 people include the 20 who were found positive with the mutated strain on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Can You SAVE This Mother's Life?

Can You SAVE This Mother's Life?

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

'As a donor, you may think you are saving one life. But you touch the lives of the entire family and community associated with the person. And it only cost you a few hours of your life.'

India reports 2,11,298 COVID-19 cases, 3,847 deaths

India reports 2,11,298 COVID-19 cases, 3,847 deaths

Rediff.com27 May 2021

The count of active cases has further reduced to 24,19,907, which is 8.84 per cent of the total infections, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate has improved to 90.01 per cent, the data showed.