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'The power crisis will not last long'

'The power crisis will not last long'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

'This is a crisis which did not happen overnight. It was happening slowly.' 'Now we are mining very fast and this crisis won't last long.'

Fighting COVID-19: Disinfect shared spaces regularly

Fighting COVID-19: Disinfect shared spaces regularly

Rediff.com13 May 2020

London based Dr Mithileysh Sathiyanarayanan, 29 offers his advice on keeping the virus away.

Chopper deal shows Antony's marginal influence in MoD

Chopper deal shows Antony's marginal influence in MoD

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

For a man revered for his probity, Defence Minister A K Antony was caught napping when bribes were paid over the AgustaWestland VVIP chopper deal. With the UPA government staring at another scam, nothing it seems will change, writes Sheela Bhatt.

Swimming great Phelps ready to reclaim lost butterfly gold

Swimming great Phelps ready to reclaim lost butterfly gold

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

On Monday, the 31-year-old proved he is in fighting form for his 200 metres butterfly rematch with Chad le Clos, the South African who four years ago denied him a third consecutive gold medal in the event.

Pak confiscates seminaries, assets of JuD, FIF

Pak confiscates seminaries, assets of JuD, FIF

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

The confiscation of properties of JuD and FIF comes after Pakistan formally placed them in the list of banned organisations on Tuesday.

'From school kids to warriors, Germany must get serious'

'From school kids to warriors, Germany must get serious'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

Germany will need to transform from a schoolboy team to a fighting unit if they are to have any chance of progressing in the World Cup, midfielder Sami Khedira said on Thursday.

'When people see me, their first reaction is to smile'

'When people see me, their first reaction is to smile'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

Jugal Hansraj on his children's novel The Coward and the Sword.

This badass fitness guru is serving up major inspiration

This badass fitness guru is serving up major inspiration

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

This yummy mummy, who is 12 weeks into her pregnancy, will help you kick start your day on a healthy note.

Visit Vienna's first cat cafe!

Visit Vienna's first cat cafe!

Rediff.com18 May 2012

After three years of negotiations with city officials over hygiene issues, Austria opened its first cat cafe.

Why India's healthcare system is near collapse today

Why India's healthcare system is near collapse today

Rediff.com10 May 2021

Shortage of ICU beds, oxygen, ventilators, vaccines, doctors, nurses and crematorium space in India has dominated headlines around the world in the past few weeks with Covid-19 cases surging beyond control and the government failing to deliver. Yes, election rallies, Kumbh Mela, blatant flouting of social distancing and mask protocols coupled with a messy vaccination process are said to be responsible for the health crisis of colossal proportions that India is facing today. But an analysis of Budget speeches made by finance ministers over 75 years also offers a glimpse of how low on the priority list healthcare has featured for the political class and policy-makers, which is a significant reason for the current situation.

Double Olympic champion Farah wins again in Birmingham

Double Olympic champion Farah wins again in Birmingham

Rediff.com26 Aug 2012

With a wicker replica of Farah in his celebratory 'Mobot' pose overlooking the track, the London Games 10,000 and 5,000 metres champion kicked and pulled away from the field on the home straight, sending the stadium wild, to win in eight minutes 27.24 seconds.

Review: Golmaal can put you to sleep

Review: Golmaal can put you to sleep

Rediff.com26 Oct 2012

The film is a sheer waste of time.

Rupee down 6 paise at 53.77 against USD

Rupee down 6 paise at 53.77 against USD

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

Forex dealers said slight weakness in dollar overseas capped the rupee's losses to some extent.

3 things successful people do in their lunch break

3 things successful people do in their lunch break

Rediff.com18 May 2015

Do you use the lunch hour to eat food at your desk in front of your computer or do you use it do to more meaningful things?

How to avoid the siesta effect post your office lunch

How to avoid the siesta effect post your office lunch

Rediff.com18 Dec 2012

Use these tips to avoid napping at your desk after an afternoon meal.

At Nigambodh Ghat, staff grapples with Covid rush, family's worry

At Nigambodh Ghat, staff grapples with Covid rush, family's worry

Rediff.com20 May 2021

People working at the Nigambodh Ghat -- perhaps the busiest cremation site in the national capital in the wake of outbreak of the pandemic -- go about their job with resilience, helping in whatever way possible.

Did Bollywood give Lara Dutta her due?

Did Bollywood give Lara Dutta her due?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

On Lara Dutta's birthday, Subhash K Jha salutes an actress who never compromised on her values.

PIX: Zindagi Na Milegi... team's road trip

PIX: Zindagi Na Milegi... team's road trip

Rediff.com12 Jul 2011

The actors take a road trip spread across Mumbai, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Delhi ahead of their film's release.

13/7: Prompt reaction by Mumbai police minimised damage

13/7: Prompt reaction by Mumbai police minimised damage

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

Stung by the criticism from all quarters to their lackadaisical reaction to 26/11, Mumbai police reacted with alacrity to the serial blasts that hit southern Mumbai on July 13 last year.

PIX: What's Kabir Khan doing in the Maldives?

PIX: What's Kabir Khan doing in the Maldives?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

Television anchor and actress Mini Mathur, husband Director Kabir Khan (whose film '83 on India's first cricket World Cup win releases on April 10) and their children Sarah and Vivaan are currently holidaying in the Maldives.

Meet the desi Baywatch brigade!

Meet the desi Baywatch brigade!

Rediff.com29 May 2017

As Priyanka Chopra gets us ready for Baywatch, we pick desi ladies to fill those red swimsuits.

Meet The Wildlife Photographer of the Year Winners

Meet The Wildlife Photographer of the Year Winners

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

The results for the People's Choice Award for the Wildlife Photographer Of The Year are in.

Need to put our house in order to avoid embarrassment: Pak minister

Need to put our house in order to avoid embarrassment: Pak minister

Rediff.com7 Sep 2017

'We will have to convince the world that Pakistan has nothing to do with the terrorism,' Asif said.

'Even if a third wave comes, we must keep it to a ripple rather let it surge to a tidal wave'

'Even if a third wave comes, we must keep it to a ripple rather let it surge to a tidal wave'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

'A third wave is possible, but we must try to restrict it to a low level by adopting all personal protection and public policy measures to prevent viral transmission, while speeding up vaccination.'

10 healthy habits for a BETTER YOU

10 healthy habits for a BETTER YOU

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

Investing in your wellness shows that you honour and love yourself, says Lifestyle Coach Shivli Bembey.

ISL: Odisha edge Hyderabad for fourth straight win

ISL: Odisha edge Hyderabad for fourth straight win

Rediff.com15 Jan 2020

Odisha FC made a strong case for play-off qualification with a 2-1 victory over Hyderabad FC in the Indian Super League encounter, in Hyderabad, on Wednesday.

Assam: Nagaland police remove post from boundary area

Assam: Nagaland police remove post from boundary area

Rediff.com13 Oct 2011

Amid people's protests against alleged encroachment of Assam land by Naga people at Merapani area in Golaghat district violating the status quo agreement between the two governments over the disputed boundary,Nagaland Armed Police on Thursday removed the 'controversial' makeshift camp it had set up at Merapani area recently on request from Assam government.

'Indians turned Knysna lagoon into a sabji market'

'Indians turned Knysna lagoon into a sabji market'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

Rediff reader Anmol More shared his experience.

IB had warned of possible attacks in Mumbai

IB had warned of possible attacks in Mumbai

Rediff.com13 Jul 2011

As the investigations into the serial blasts progress, it becomes clear that the police were caught napping despite warnings and alerts from the Intelligence Bureau over the past couple of months.

China has captured 60 sq km of Indian land!

China has captured 60 sq km of Indian land!

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

Within the army, there is growing concern that New Delhi will allow the Chinese to retain the territory they have occupied in the last month.

Champions League PIX: Barcelona crash out; Chelsea, United held

Champions League PIX: Barcelona crash out; Chelsea, United held

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

Barcelona crashed out of the Champions League following a 3-0 defeat at Bayern Munich on Wednesday, failing to make it past the group stage of the competition for the first time since the 2000-01 season.

Now, Kerala CM calls Antony 'Kumbhakarna'

Now, Kerala CM calls Antony 'Kumbhakarna'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2011

A day after calling Congress General Secretary Rahul Gandhi an "Amul baby", Kerala Chief Minister V S Achuthanandan on Monday described Defence Minister A K Antony as Kumbakarna, saying he was caught napping when terrorists attacked Mumbai.

Why the Dhoni phenomenon gets bigger and better

Why the Dhoni phenomenon gets bigger and better

Rediff.com10 May 2019

Scenes from the legend's IPL 2019 campaign...

Is snoring really harmless?

Is snoring really harmless?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2019

While snoring can be harmless, it can also be a sign of sleep apnea, a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing starts and stops over the course of the night.

What's Neena Gupta doing in Mukteshwar?

What's Neena Gupta doing in Mukteshwar?

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

'If we are forced to be confined indoors for a month or two months, it's not such a big deal. It's not like we are in jail.'

Shifting School Boards? Here's A Guide

Shifting School Boards? Here's A Guide

Rediff.com5 May 2011

Moving your child from one board to another can be quite a task. Here's how you can go about it.

Brand Modi is suffering from over-exposure

Brand Modi is suffering from over-exposure

Rediff.com5 May 2021

Just as the superstars of Indian cricket only play IPL and international fixtures and ignore the Ranji and Mushtaq Ali trophies in domestic cricket, Narendra Modi should play a very limited role in state assembly elections, argues Sudhir Bisht.

League Cup: Manchester City set up semis against United

League Cup: Manchester City set up semis against United

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

City were given a stern test on a wet and windy night at a noisy Kassam Stadium but two goals from Raheem Sterling eventually saw them through.

Photos: At 7 degree Celsius, New Delhi continues to shiver

Photos: At 7 degree Celsius, New Delhi continues to shiver

Rediff.com19 Dec 2014

Parts of the capital woke up to dense fog on Friday with the mercury dropping to 7.4 degrees Celsius, one degree below the season's average.

What if India banned Chinese restaurants...

What if India banned Chinese restaurants...

Rediff.com11 Jul 2020

China will flood direct flights to India with wholesale takeaways of the authentic stuff; Indian businessmen will fight for the commission and the consumers for the cuisine, predicts Sunanda K Datta-Ray.