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All pending IIT petitions transferred to Supreme Court

All pending IIT petitions transferred to Supreme Court

Rediff.com25 Jul 2013

Reacting to a petition filed by the organising chairman of Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) (advanced) 2013, IIT-Delhi, the Supreme Court ordered the transfer of all petitions related to the IIT admissions that were pending in the Andhra Pradesh High Court to itself.

Priyanka reveals her fight with depression

Priyanka reveals her fight with depression

Rediff.com2 Mar 2021

'I didn't know exactly how to move from a world of gray back into a world of vibrant colour, but one day I figured out one simple thing I could do: I could stop hiding and re-engage with life.'

Babri verdict runs counter to SC judgment: Congress

Babri verdict runs counter to SC judgment: Congress

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

Owaisi said the CBI should appeal against the judgment "to protect its independence."

Kathua case: 14-year-old application from father may haunt juvenile son now

Kathua case: 14-year-old application from father may haunt juvenile son now

Rediff.com3 Jun 2018

The application is riddled with careless mistakes and raised doubts about its veracity.

Debris found in South Africa, Mauritius 'almost certainly' from MH370

Debris found in South Africa, Mauritius 'almost certainly' from MH370

Rediff.com12 May 2016

The announcement means that a total of five pieces of debris from the Malaysian Airlines' jet have now been discovered in various spots around the Indian Ocean since it vanished.

Why are young Indians dropping out of school?

Why are young Indians dropping out of school?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

One in five students drop out from school.

Wanted better life for her: Mom of girl who died in US desert

Wanted better life for her: Mom of girl who died in US desert

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

Gurupreet Kaur, who was a month shy of turning 7, was found dead by the US Border Patrol officials 27 kilometres west of Lukeville, Arizona, after her mother left her with other Indian migrants she was travelling with to go in search of water.

Ritu Beri to design uniform for railway staff!

Ritu Beri to design uniform for railway staff!

Rediff.com10 May 2016

All staff dealing with customers such as personnel involved in ticket and parcel booking and onboard staff will have new uniform now.

Breakdancing gets provisional okay for 2024 Olympics

Breakdancing gets provisional okay for 2024 Olympics

Rediff.com28 Mar 2019

The Paris 2024 organising committee in February proposed surfing, skateboarding and sport climbing as well as breakdancing for inclusion in the Games.

Jet crew member arrested as DRI busts international hawala racket

Jet crew member arrested as DRI busts international hawala racket

Rediff.com9 Jan 2018

A woman Jet Airways employee was allegedly trying to smuggle out foreign currency worth over Rs 3 crore.

Ban players who fudge age, says Gopichand

Ban players who fudge age, says Gopichand

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

Age-fudging has been a big problem in Indian sports

'The biggest winners are Indian Americans'

'The biggest winners are Indian Americans'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

'This year felt different -- and was different.' 'For the first time, the Indian American voter seemed to matter.'

Omar detained under PSA considering past conduct: J-K admin to SC

Omar detained under PSA considering past conduct: J-K admin to SC

Rediff.com2 Mar 2020

Terming Abdullah as "a very vocal critic" of abrogating Article 370, the J&K administration claimed that his acts squarely fell within the realm of public order as it was "calculated to disturb public peace and tranquility".

Glimmers of Mehul Choksi's 'empire' that was built on fraud

Glimmers of Mehul Choksi's 'empire' that was built on fraud

Rediff.com3 Jul 2021

Despite recent developments that have accelerated the impending extradition of fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi, who has been in custody in London's Wandsworth Prison for over two years, the last month has seen his uncle Mehul Choksi dominate the headlines instead with his circus-like exhibition in the Caribbean that has involved red herrings such as a "girlfriend", to whom his wife seemed to have no objection, and possibly concocted stories of being kidnapped and manhandled. Choksi was widely regarded as Modi's Svengali in Mumbai when he returned from Belgium to expand his business. He had fled to Antigua well before news around how Modi finagled thousands of crores from Punjab National Bank (PNB) and other institutions through a series of allegedly coordinated and fraudulent actions involving letters of undertaking, or LoUs.

Expert body on PSU autonomy

Expert body on PSU autonomy

Rediff.com16 Nov 2004

'Had he been his old self, he'd have fought Covid'

'Had he been his old self, he'd have fought Covid'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

His family found an old man on a bed soaked through with urine at the J J Hospital. The man whose name drew thousands to public meetings was requesting anyone who cared to listen to change his bedsheets. But there was no one to do so.

Farm scientists against bureaucrats as recruitment panel head

Farm scientists against bureaucrats as recruitment panel head

Rediff.com10 Jul 2018

In a letter to the PM, they say appointing a bureaucrat will lead to regular interference in the process of talent search

Govt gives nod to try juvenile accused under adult laws

Govt gives nod to try juvenile accused under adult laws

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

Overruling the recommendations of a parliamentary panel, government on Wednesday went ahead with a proposal to try juveniles in the age group of 16 to 18 years accused of heinous crimes under laws for adults.

ICC not to send match officials to Pakistan

ICC not to send match officials to Pakistan

Rediff.com17 May 2015

The International Cricket Council (ICC) will not be sending match officials to Pakistan for the tour of Zimbabwe should the limited overs series go ahead, the governing body said on Sunday.

China is the real threat

China is the real threat

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

'China, much more than Pakistan, is a credible potential adversary with the ability to hurt our interests.' 'It must figure higher in our national security concerns,' says Vice Admiral Premvir Das (retd).

Post COVID, Indians are not afraid to travel!

Post COVID, Indians are not afraid to travel!

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

Singapore is the most favoured destination for people living in India, Indonesia, Thailand, Hong Kong and the Philippines when it comes to post-lockdown travel.

UN body writes to India on Dubai princesses' abduction

UN body writes to India on Dubai princesses' abduction

Rediff.com8 Dec 2018

Princess Sheikha Latifa is the daughter of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai and the prime minister of the UAE.

Kohli's foul-mouthed tirade at journalist reported to ICC, BCCI

Kohli's foul-mouthed tirade at journalist reported to ICC, BCCI

Rediff.com4 Mar 2015

The Hindustan Times, whose reporter was the target a foul-mouthed tirade by Virat Kohli in Perth on Tuesday, has filed complaints with the International Cricket Council and Board of Control for Cricket in India.

Tax authorities probing transactions between MCX-SX, FTIL

Tax authorities probing transactions between MCX-SX, FTIL

Rediff.com21 Apr 2014

A special audit will look into any pricing anomalies in the transactions between the two, according to a source. FTIL had a contract for helping the exchange with its technology needs.

Is Saudi-Pak relationship under threat?

Is Saudi-Pak relationship under threat?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

Given all the turbulence created by Pakistan Foreign Minister Qureshi's unexpected tirade against Saudi Arabia, it is likely to be business as usual between the two countries, albeit with a bit of caution on the part of both, observes Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

Compulsory annual health checks proposed for workers

Compulsory annual health checks proposed for workers

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

This will help employers keep a track of the diseases workers could suffer from while doing their jobs.

What it takes to be a student in Kashmir

What it takes to be a student in Kashmir

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

The ongoing violence in the valley is driving students to excel, but it is also making them angry, discovers Ritwik Sharma.

'Committed to One Rank, One Pension, but give me some time'

'Committed to One Rank, One Pension, but give me some time'

Rediff.com31 May 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said his government is committed to implement the One Rank, One Pension scheme for ex-servicemen, but sought time to resolve its complexities.

Swiss schools want more Indian students

Swiss schools want more Indian students

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

For the first time in India, Swiss Learning, an educational body managed by the Heads of Swiss Educational Institutes, has brought representatives from various schools from the country to meet stakeholders, Indian schools and parents of potential students.

Smith, Warner, Bancroft sent home; Lehmann stays

Smith, Warner, Bancroft sent home; Lehmann stays

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

James Sutherland said Darren Lehmann has not resigned and will continue to coach the Australia men's team

Centre clears special order to postpone NEET by a year

Centre clears special order to postpone NEET by a year

Rediff.com20 May 2016

The meeting was convened after several parliamentarians opposed the common medical entrance test, saying NEET had created confusion among the students who have already applied for the state entrance exams.

'Carrot-and-stick economic model not workable in all countries'

'Carrot-and-stick economic model not workable in all countries'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2019

Economist Deepak Nayyar says economic openness, while necessary, is not sufficient, and is conducive to development only when combined with industrial policy.

Hunt on for Nizamuddin-linked cases; COVID-19 tally up

Hunt on for Nizamuddin-linked cases; COVID-19 tally up

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

Seeking cooperation from the public to fight the pandemic, the Union health ministry officials said there was no need to panic. They also said not everyone needs to wear masks and that following social distancing is more important to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Whistleblower's 'sting' claims BJP offered Rs 100 cr to MP Cong MLAs

Whistleblower's 'sting' claims BJP offered Rs 100 cr to MP Cong MLAs

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

While the authenticity of the video has not yet been verified independently, the BJP dubbed it as 'fake and misleading', and said it has been released to tarnish Mishra's image.

How to get an internship at IISc Bangalore

How to get an internship at IISc Bangalore

Rediff.com30 Jun 2019

Sarvesh Agrawal of Internshala offers a detailed guide on the application process.

Can Budget 2020 help tackle tax disputes?

Can Budget 2020 help tackle tax disputes?

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

A robust dispute settlement system would help the government unlock tax revenues, and also aid ease of doing business.

Dec 16 gang rape: Accused to write univ exam from jail

Dec 16 gang rape: Accused to write univ exam from jail

Rediff.com20 Jun 2013

A Delhi court on Thursday directed the officials concerned of Delhi University, Indira Gandhi National Open University and the Tihar Jail to make arrangements for December 16 gang rape accused Vinay Sharma to write his BA first year exams from prison premises.

Malaysia defends MH17's flight path; demands probe

Malaysia defends MH17's flight path; demands probe

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

Malaysia on Friday defended the flight path taken by the crashed Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17, confirming that the plane's systems were functioning normally before it was shot down by a missile over Ukraine killing all 298 people on board.

The man behind Bihar's topper scam

The man behind Bihar's topper scam

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

'Bachcha' Rai is alleged to be the mastermind behind Bihar's topper scam.

How RBI can prevent frauds

How RBI can prevent frauds

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

Historically, the RBI has tried to keep the crooks at bay by issuing a circular a day. What it needs is more onsite supervision. Merely checking high-frequency data with the help of technology is insufficient, notes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.