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Can We Wish Away Any Part Of Our Life?

Can We Wish Away Any Part Of Our Life?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

'What would it be like if one had the power to transcend the universe like the characters in the Marvel comics and movies do?' 'Could I rewind my life and go back in time to do things differently?' asks Aarti David.

Paralympics: Archer Rakesh knocked out in semi-finals

Paralympics: Archer Rakesh knocked out in semi-finals

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

Rakesh started on the backfoot with Ken pulling off a perfect first end shooting 30 out of 30, while the Indian dropped a point.

Pak launches communication satellite, 2nd in a month, with China's help

Pak launches communication satellite, 2nd in a month, with China's help

Rediff.com31 May 2024

The multi-mission communication satellite, also known as PAKSAT MM1, was launched from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in China's southwestern province of Sichuan, China's state-run Xinhua news agency reported.

5 dead as rain brings Bengaluru to its knees

5 dead as rain brings Bengaluru to its knees

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

At least five people were killed in separate rain-related incidents on Tuesday in Bengaluru, which has been reeling under incessant rains for the past three days causing widespread flooding in several residential areas and turning roads into virtual rivers.

As Bengaluru gets inundated in rains, netizens flood social media

As Bengaluru gets inundated in rains, netizens flood social media

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Amid the heavy downpour in Bengaluru, residents of many flood-affected areas have taken to social media to pour out their woes ranging from waterlogging to complaining about "crumbling" infrastructure.

Fresh violence in Manipur, shutdown disrupts life

Fresh violence in Manipur, shutdown disrupts life

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

The shutdown was called by Kuki-Zo groups, including the Indigenous Tribal Leaders Forum (ITLF) and Kuki Students Organisation (KSO), in protest against Security Advisor Kuldiep Singh's statement about militants entering the state from outside.

2 scientists share medicine Nobel for discovery of microRNA

2 scientists share medicine Nobel for discovery of microRNA

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

The 2024 Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine has been awarded to Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for their discovery of microRNA, a new class of tiny RNA molecules that play a crucial role in gene regulation.

HC directs police to identify place to bury Badlapur accused's body

HC directs police to identify place to bury Badlapur accused's body

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

A division bench of Justices Revati Mohite Dere and MM Sathaye said once the spot is identified, the police shall inform Shinde's family members about it so that the burial can be done.

Monsoon advances in India; normal life hit as heavy rains lash Guj, Raj

Monsoon advances in India; normal life hit as heavy rains lash Guj, Raj

Rediff.com30 Jun 2024

Several deaths were reported across the country due to rain-related incidents like lightning strikes and drowning.

June rainfall 11% below-normal, highest deficit in 5 years: IMD

June rainfall 11% below-normal, highest deficit in 5 years: IMD

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

June rainfall accounts for 15 percent of the total precipitation of 87 cm recorded during the four-month monsoon season in the country.

Heavy July rains offset June deficit, more likely in next 2-3 days

Heavy July rains offset June deficit, more likely in next 2-3 days

Rediff.com7 Jul 2024

Heavy rain in the first week of July compensated for the shortfall but caused flooding in many northeastern states.

Cops probe if Baba Siddique was threatened over slum rehab project

Cops probe if Baba Siddique was threatened over slum rehab project

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

Police have launched a probe into the killing of former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique from different angles, including a possible contract killing, business rivalry or threat over a slum rehabilitation project, officials said on Sunday.

Is This M M Keeravani's Next Film?

Is This M M Keeravani's Next Film?

Rediff.com28 May 2024

'Everyone wants me to do Naatu Naatu again.'

How to save lives in rain-scripted landslides

How to save lives in rain-scripted landslides

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

An accurate early warning system that correlates rainfall and the potential for landslides. That is the imperative, say experts as rains create havoc in hills across India and the toll mounts in Kerala's Wayanad slopes where landslides buried entire homesteads and possibly hundreds of people.

Priyanka's Super Cool Mom Life

Priyanka's Super Cool Mom Life

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

Glance through her Instagram account and you will know that PeeCee loves having fun with her daughter, whether they are vacationing or on set.

The 10 Year Old Who Topped World Contest

The 10 Year Old Who Topped World Contest

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Stunning! Shreyovi Mehta, 10, is a runner up at the annual worldwide Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest.

2 die as Cyclone Remal tears through Bengal, heavy rain to continue

2 die as Cyclone Remal tears through Bengal, heavy rain to continue

Rediff.com27 May 2024

The cyclone ravaged adjacent coasts of the state and Bangladesh between Sagar Island and Khepupara, near the southwest of Mongla in the neighbouring country, after its landfall process began at 8.30 pm on Sunday.

iPhone 16 with AI steals show as Apple unveils new Airpods and watch

iPhone 16 with AI steals show as Apple unveils new Airpods and watch

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

In a dazzling showcase at Apple Park, Apple on Monday introduced its latest technological marvels, including the much-anticipated iPhone 16 lineup. The event, held at the newly inaugurated Observatory building, featured an array of exciting updates that promise to redefine the smartphone experience.

Siddique murder: Total collapse of law and order in Maha, alleges Oppn

Siddique murder: Total collapse of law and order in Maha, alleges Oppn

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

The Congress on Sunday demanded a thorough probe into Siddique's murder and said Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and his deputy Devendra Fadnavis, who holds home portfolio, should take moral responsibility for law and order "failure" and resign.

Cyclone Michaung: Over 900 evacuated from AP coast

Cyclone Michaung: Over 900 evacuated from AP coast

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

Heavy rains continue to lash several parts of Andhra Pradesh as the severe cyclonic storm 'Michaung' looming over the Bay of Bengal sea close to Andhra Pradesh and adjoining Tamil Nadu coasts is moving closer by the hour to its landfall area.

'Wake up, act': Delhi HC to administration on coaching centre deaths

'Wake up, act': Delhi HC to administration on coaching centre deaths

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

It is time for the administration to wake up from 'deep slumber' and take appropriate steps to address the condition of Delhi's coaching centres, the Delhi high court has said, while granting interim bail till November 30 to four co-owners of the basement of an Old Rajinder Nagar building that housed a coaching centre where three civil services aspirants drowned in July.

'Kerala needs mechanism for landslide prediction'

'Kerala needs mechanism for landslide prediction'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

The conditions that lead to landslides, including soil texture, soil moisture and slope are known, and it is important to put all this knowledge into an operational system, he said.

Snowfall, rain hit normal life in Himachal; 720 roads blocked

Snowfall, rain hit normal life in Himachal; 720 roads blocked

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

As many as 720 roads, including four national highways, in Himachal Pradesh are blocked following snow while 2,243 transformers are disrupted.

From Kamal to Dulquer, stars open hearts and wallets for Wayanad

From Kamal to Dulquer, stars open hearts and wallets for Wayanad

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

The Kerala police on Thursday launched an investigation into an alleged social media campaign against Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's Facebook post requesting help for the people affected by the landslides in Wayanad district. The campaign was aimed at motivating people to reject the CM's appeal for disaster relief, it said.

India to get above-normal rainfall this monsoon, says IMD

India to get above-normal rainfall this monsoon, says IMD

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

India is likely to see above-normal rainfall in the four-month monsoon season (June to September) with cumulative rainfall rainfall estimated at 106 percent of the long-period average (87 cm), he said.

Army to acquire 200 mounted howitzers, 400 towed guns for China border

Army to acquire 200 mounted howitzers, 400 towed guns for China border

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

This would be the first time that the Indian artillery would have these types of 105 mm mounted howitzers and would add to the strength of the formations deployed in forward positions, they said.

Shooter acted alone but,...: FBI on Trump assassination attempt

Shooter acted alone but,...: FBI on Trump assassination attempt

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

The shooter, as per FBI, used an AR-style rifle chambered in 5.56mm, a common calibre for such weapons.

US to supply 1277mm guns to Indian navy from own stock

US to supply 1277mm guns to Indian navy from own stock

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

Military ties between Indian and American defence forces are growing further in the middle of a conflict with China, as the US Navy has agreed to provide three 127mm medium calibre guns from its own inventory to urgently equip warships of the Indian Navy as part of a Rs 3,800 crore deal.

How climate change triggered Wayanad landslides

How climate change triggered Wayanad landslides

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

The deadly landslides in Kerala's ecologically fragile Wayanad district were triggered by a heavy burst of rainfall, made 10 per cent heavier by climate change, according to a new rapid attribution study by a global team of scientists.

New Force Gurkha Conquers The Rough And Tough

New Force Gurkha Conquers The Rough And Tough

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

This, my friends, is the ultimate off-road champion, gloats Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

Reliance Brands to pick 40% stake in Manish Malhotra's MM Styles

Reliance Brands to pick 40% stake in Manish Malhotra's MM Styles

Rediff.com15 Oct 2021

Reliance Brands Ltd (RBL) will pick a 40 per cent minority stake in renowned fashion designer Manish Malhotra's MM Styles Pvt Ltd, for an undisclosed sum, the two companies said on Friday. This is the first external investment for the brand, which had so far been privately held by the designer. The strategic partnership is aimed at accelerating the 16-year-old couture house's growth plans in India and across the globe, they said in a joint statement.

Monsoon sets in over Kerala and northeast

Monsoon sets in over Kerala and northeast

Rediff.com30 May 2024

Spurred by cyclone Remal, the southwest monsoon set in over the Kerala coast and parts of the northeast on Thursday, a day earlier than forecast by the weather office.

1 killed, 6 injured as Delhi airport roof collapses; govt orders probe

1 killed, 6 injured as Delhi airport roof collapses; govt orders probe

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The Delhi airport, the country's busiest airport, on Friday early morning witnessed the collapse of a roof at Terminal 1 amid heavy rains that killed one person, prompting the government to order a detailed probe and an inspection of the structural strength of all airports.

Can India's Zorawar Match China's ZTQ-15?

Can India's Zorawar Match China's ZTQ-15?

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

DRDO's latest tank will face trial in Rajasthan's summer which will be followed by 'user trials' ahead of facing battle in high-altitude deserts of eastern Ladakh and Sikkim, reports Ajai Shukla.

After month-long lull, rains lash Mumbai giving relief from heat

After month-long lull, rains lash Mumbai giving relief from heat

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

The island city, eastern suburbs and western suburbs recorded average 57.63 mm, 76.94 mm and 90.50 mm rainfall, respectively, between 8 am and 6 pm.

Must Watch: Stories From Around The World

Must Watch: Stories From Around The World

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Aseem Chhabra's Top 10 Films/ Series from TIFF 2024 includes films that he watched for the first time in Toronto. The films were impressive due to their rigor, passion, unique storytelling style and sometimes exploring the vulnerable sides of big name stars.

What Do You Know About Our Monsoon?

What Do You Know About Our Monsoon?

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

Brush up your facts on the Indian monsoon.

Atishi urges police to guard water pipelines as crisis worsens in Delhi

Atishi urges police to guard water pipelines as crisis worsens in Delhi

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

The Delhi Jal Board has deployed patrol teams for the main water distribution network that carries raw water to the water treatment plants and then from them to the main underground reservoirs in different parts of the city, Atishi said in the letter.

4 killed in rain havoc in Pune; Army, NDRF called in

4 killed in rain havoc in Pune; Army, NDRF called in

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

The IMD issued a 'red alert' for Pune district and asked people to take precautions.

Another Indian arrested in Canada in Nijjar murder case

Another Indian arrested in Canada in Nijjar murder case

Rediff.com12 May 2024

Amardeep Singh, 22, a resident of Brampton, Surrey, and Abbotsford areas of Canada, has been charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder.