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World's Fastest Human Calculator is an Indian

World's Fastest Human Calculator is an Indian

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

'You have to get past the phobia that Math is difficult.' 'The brain is exercising when you do arithmetic.'

Portugal, France, Germany in Euro 2020 super group

Portugal, France, Germany in Euro 2020 super group

Rediff.com1 Dec 2019

Defending champions Portugal and the last two World champions, France and Germany, were thrown together in what German coach Joachim Loew described as the group of death following a lop-sided and complicated Euro 2020 draw on Saturday.

Woman on solitary protest outside Parliament detained

Woman on solitary protest outside Parliament detained

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

Holding a placard with the slogan 'why I can't feel safe in my own Bharat', Anu Dubey, in her mid-20s, sat on the pavement near gate number 2-3 of the Parliament House complex to protest crime against women in the country.

ASK KOMAL: How do I stop eating rice?

ASK KOMAL: How do I stop eating rice?

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

Chapati in addition provides fibre from whole grain cereal whereas rice is a refined cereal, without fibre content, says Komal Jethmalani.

England's tour game to be moved to DY Patil over security

England's tour game to be moved to DY Patil over security

Rediff.com17 Oct 2012

The second warm-up game of the England on their forthcoming tour to India has been shifted from the Mumbai Cricket Association's Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) ground to D Y Patil stadium in Navi Mumbai.

GST laws could see more changes, especially to curb tax evasion

GST laws could see more changes, especially to curb tax evasion

Rediff.com4 Jul 2018

With audits and greater emphasis on anti-evasion measures, more tax demands will lead to more litigation. So, it is a bit early to start celebrating. GST is still work in progress.

Anushka's been a bride before!

Anushka's been a bride before!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

On reel, of course.

Hard to treat Indo-Pak ties as normal: S Jaishankar

Hard to treat Indo-Pak ties as normal: S Jaishankar

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Hard to treat ties as normal unless Pak addresses terror issue effectively: India

SYL canal issue: Haryana MLAs protest outside Punjab assembly

SYL canal issue: Haryana MLAs protest outside Punjab assembly

Rediff.com17 Mar 2016

In an unprecedented development, MLAs of opposition Indian National Lok Dal in Haryana on Thursday virtually stormed the assembly of neighbouring Punjab to protest against a move that could stall construction of a canal by which Haryana is supposed to receive water.

Shutdown in Kerala after police detain right-wing activist near Sabarimala

Shutdown in Kerala after police detain right-wing activist near Sabarimala

Rediff.com17 Nov 2018

A 12-hour hartal is being observed against the preventive detention of a Hindu Aikya Vedi leader.

Beware! What does America want to sell India?

Beware! What does America want to sell India?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2019

'It's pretty likely that Kissinger, Rice et al came bearing gifts (read Trojan Horses) from McDonnell Douglas, Boeing, Grumman, Northrop, and all the other Military Industrial Complex stalwarts,' argues Rajeev Srinivasan.

Arrested terrorists reveal role of Pak-based JeM handlers in Nagrota attack

Arrested terrorists reveal role of Pak-based JeM handlers in Nagrota attack

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

The 3 arrested were in continuous touch through WhatsApp with Maulana Mufti Ashghar, based in Muzaffarabad, whose nephew Waqas (JeM commander in South Kashmir) was killed in an encounter near Pulwama recently.

'I am glad we are born in a country full of taboos'

'I am glad we are born in a country full of taboos'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2019

'What is the fun of making a film without any message?'

When were the new Rs 500, Rs 2,000 notes actually approved?

When were the new Rs 500, Rs 2,000 notes actually approved?

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

Urjit Patel said said the process of remonetisation was on and estimation of costs was a complex exercise.

Explained: Why Aramco-Reliance O2C deal has hit roadblock

Explained: Why Aramco-Reliance O2C deal has hit roadblock

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

Saudi Aramco had right from the beginning resisted the price tag Reliance had put for the 20 per cent stake in O2C business, which comprises the company's twin refineries at Jamnagar in Gujarat, petrochemical plants and 51 per cent in fuel retailing venture.

'Criminal Justice 2 is more feminine'

'Criminal Justice 2 is more feminine'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

'While men are brought up to be more vocal, women are taught to be more silent, resilient and self sacrificing. We have tried to explore this.'

Amid war of words, Modi shakes hands with Manmohan Singh

Amid war of words, Modi shakes hands with Manmohan Singh

Rediff.com13 Dec 2017

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his predecessor Manmohan Singh on Wednesday greeted each other with folded hands as they came face to face at an event to mark the 2001 parliament attack anniversary.

After being warned, Anurag Thakur apologises for mobile use in Parliament

After being warned, Anurag Thakur apologises for mobile use in Parliament

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan on Wednesday sent out a stern warning to members against using mobile phones inside the House.

Hector flashes made-for-India badge on 1st anniversary in India

Hector flashes made-for-India badge on 1st anniversary in India

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

Caught in the crossfire of Sino-India border skirmishes and strained by the severe impact of the pandemic on its business, Brand Hector is foregoing the bustle and frenzy for a quiet digital campaign that talks about its British roots, the smart tech powering its drive and its made-for-India models. The tone is subdued and the brand seems to be deliberately playing down its ownership by Chinese company, SAIC.

Nuclear capable Prithvi-II missile successfully test fired

Nuclear capable Prithvi-II missile successfully test fired

Rediff.com7 Feb 2018

Prithvi-II is capable of carrying 500-1,000 kilogram of warheads and is thrusted by liquid propulsion twin engines.

10 Films that Amazed Me at Cannes

10 Films that Amazed Me at Cannes

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

Aseem Chhabra lists 10 of his favourite films that played in various sections at the 74th Cannes Film Festival.

Telangana: Kiran calls emergency meeting on Friday

Telangana: Kiran calls emergency meeting on Friday

Rediff.com4 Oct 2013

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy convened an emergency meeting at 11.30 am on Friday with ministers, members of Parliament, members of Legislative Council and members of Legislative Assembly from coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema to discuss the developments following the Union Cabinet's approval of bifurcation of the state.

Is India the American buffer against China?

Is India the American buffer against China?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2010

Aziz Haniffa reports from Washington, DC on how the American Enterprise Institute, a leading neo-conservative DC think-tank, wants the US to boost its military relationship with India.

India successfully test-fires surface-to-air missile off Odisha coast

India successfully test-fires surface-to-air missile off Odisha coast

Rediff.com3 Jul 2017

Designed to be a quick reaction missile, it has a strike range of 25 km to 30 km.

Trump 'wrong' president for US: Michelle Obama

Trump 'wrong' president for US: Michelle Obama

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

The former first lady urged those who did not come out to vote in 2016 to make their vote count this time.

Will the West Coast refinery take off?

Will the West Coast refinery take off?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

BPCL's impending privatisation and RIL's stake sale to Saudi Aramco raise questions about the future of the West Coast Refinery, once touted as the world's largest.

10 Awful Films of 2017

10 Awful Films of 2017

Rediff.com29 Dec 2017

Sukanya Verma's pick of this year's 10 most unpleasant is a mix of ghastly gone gaga, bilge that makes one reconsider their profession and faith-shattering misfires from the masters

Why Mira Nair's Films Speak To Me

Why Mira Nair's Films Speak To Me

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

Mira's films are alive, rocking and so true to the reality I know. They are gifts that I keep revisiting, and I cannot wait for what more she will share with us, notes Aseem Chhabra.

Antony assures probe into Capt Sumit Kohli's death

Antony assures probe into Capt Sumit Kohli's death

Rediff.com28 Aug 2010

Veena Kohli, mother of Captain Sumit Kohli who died under mysterious circumstances in 2006, on Saturday met Defence Minister A K Antony and demanded an independent probe into her son's death. Kohli, who was accompanied by her daughter Namrata and her advocate Major Guneep Chaudhary, appealed to Antony to provide justice to the family as she believes her son was murdered at the Army residential complex in Jammu and Kashmir by his fellow officers.

Prithvi-II missile successfully test-fired

Prithvi-II missile successfully test-fired

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

The Prithvi-II missile is capable of carrying 500 kg to 1,000 kg of warheads and is thrusted by liquid propulsion twin engines.

Is this the best time for Amazon, Verizon to invest in Voda Idea?

Is this the best time for Amazon, Verizon to invest in Voda Idea?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

In order to determine whether this would be sound strategy for them, one needs to look at two issues: One, on the alliances being built globally between telcos, on one hand, and cloud service firms, on the other, especially with the advent of 5G; and two, how their business strategies in India will blend into with such a deal.

'India, China should be sensitive to each other's concerns'

'India, China should be sensitive to each other's concerns'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2019

Gokhale's visit for bilateral consultations is taking place amid renewed optimism that the vexed issue of listing of Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Muhammed chief Masood Azhar as a global terrorist by the United Nations, which has been stalled by China, is headed for a resolution in the coming weeks

JP Morgan upgrades RIL to 'overweight'

JP Morgan upgrades RIL to 'overweight'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

The investment bank adds that company's September-quarter earnings came in line with consensus estimates.

PHOTOS: Football fever hits Team India after nets washed out

PHOTOS: Football fever hits Team India after nets washed out

Rediff.com6 Oct 2017

India's practice session on the eve of their first Twenty20 match against Australia was called off due to intermittent showers in Ranchi on Friday.

L&T likely to win the contract to build Navi Mumbai airport

L&T likely to win the contract to build Navi Mumbai airport

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

The airport, which will now be built to handle 20 million passengers, will likely start operations by mid-2020. However, rating agency CRISIL in its report in May-end had said operations are expected to start in 2023.

Why did Xi meet PLA generals?

Why did Xi meet PLA generals?

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

Important for India was Xi's meeting with representatives of PLA officers and soldiers stationed in Tibet. The video of the encounter was interesting to watch, especially the large number of lieutenant generals and major generals, observes Claude Arpi.

India test-fires Prithvi-II, Dhanush missiles

India test-fires Prithvi-II, Dhanush missiles

Rediff.com27 Mar 2010

India on Saturday successfully test-fired indigenously developed ballistic missiles 'Prithvi-II' and 'Dhanush' from different locations off the Orissa coast, adding more firepower to the armed forces.

Who did you vote for? Why?

Who did you vote for? Why?

Rediff.com20 May 2019

In the crazily complex cauldron that is India, where caste, community, class and cash are just the primary ingredients, no one has yet come up with a fool-proof method to ascertain how voters make up their minds, on which button to press, in the privacy of their 'confessional' booths, notes Krishna Prasad.

Sudden rise of online higher education

Sudden rise of online higher education

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

Will Covid-19 permanently change higher education, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

PHOTOS: What Pope told Fidel Castro

PHOTOS: What Pope told Fidel Castro

Rediff.com21 Sep 2015

In a 30-minute friendly meet, the two leaders spoke about humanity and exchange books