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How India narrowly escaped a health crisis

How India narrowly escaped a health crisis

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

The Philippines launches probe after Sanofi reveals WHO-approved dengvaxia - a dengue vaccine - aggravates symptoms in some cases.

Why a former ISRO chairman backs Modi

Why a former ISRO chairman backs Modi

Rediff.com28 Jan 2019

'Modiji's programmes are efficient and with foresight, and needed for the country.' 'I also like his way of functioning. So, in whatever way I can, I would like to contribute.'

It's been 30 years since Flop Show!

It's been 30 years since Flop Show!

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

Jaspal Bhatti's feel for the grime, the confusions, and the madness in our system was so complete that he could take on every kind of woman or man God ever gave to the institutions of India, feels Sreehari Nair.

He enriched the world with his magical voice

He enriched the world with his magical voice

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

His songs were the anchor, the substratum, if you will, upon which life unfolded day after day, decade after decade -- across villages, towns, cities, and regions. Siva Sankar pays tribute to S P Balasubrahmanyam, the legendary singer who passed into the ages on Friday.

There were elections here 1,000 years ago!

There were elections here 1,000 years ago!

Rediff.com4 May 2019

Some 1,100 years ago, Uthiramerur had an election system similar to what India has today.

TMC, BJP spar over rejected West Bengal float

TMC, BJP spar over rejected West Bengal float

Rediff.com26 Jan 2015

Trinamool Cong's Derek O'Brien said the Centre did not allow West Bengal's tableaux.

India to hold start-up fest in London

India to hold start-up fest in London

Rediff.com17 Nov 2016

Tie-ups and access to infrastructure of a developed ecosystem prompt choice of venue.

Sabarimala violence: Politically sensitive Kannur boils over

Sabarimala violence: Politically sensitive Kannur boils over

Rediff.com5 Jan 2019

The attacks, which disrupted normal life, marked return of political violence on large-scale after a gap of over a year in Kannur.

'A Colossus who changed Indian advertising forever'

'A Colossus who changed Indian advertising forever'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2018

'He was the first creative person to recognise and fully realise the power of film in an era when press ads were the only competence of Indian creatives.'

Blow to BCCI: Amicus Curiae sticks to most of Lodha Reforms

Blow to BCCI: Amicus Curiae sticks to most of Lodha Reforms

Rediff.com16 May 2018

The only major point, where the amicus suggested a change was reverting to the five-man selection panel from the current three-member committee. It also suggested a change in 'Test Players Only' clause to minimum 20 first-class matches.

LS passes bill to make minors punishable for heinous crimes

LS passes bill to make minors punishable for heinous crimes

Rediff.com7 May 2015

insisting that it had tried to strike a 'fine balance' to ensure that no injustice was done to innocent children.

'Of course! It breaks your heart'

'Of course! It breaks your heart'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2021

'My father never saw any success for me. 'When I meet him in the next world, I will proudly say that I didn't buy houses and cars, but I made some art that will hopefully stand the test of time.'

Why Nehru is worth remembering this Republic Day

Why Nehru is worth remembering this Republic Day

Rediff.com26 Jan 2019

'India's first and longest-serving prime minister created -- or at the very least imagined -- a modern, democratic nation-State of the 20th century,' says Sunil Sethi.

'Your skills, not degree, will get you a job'

'Your skills, not degree, will get you a job'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

Atul Bhatnagar, COO, National Skills Development Corporation tells us how we can effectively tackle the issue of unemployability and make our youth more employable.

Next year's polls an opportunity to elect stable govt: Pranab

Next year's polls an opportunity to elect stable govt: Pranab

Rediff.com14 Aug 2013

Noting the "widespread cynicism and disillusionment" with governance and functioning of institutions, President Pranab Mukherjee on Wednesday said elections next year is an opportunity to elect a stable government that will ensure security and economic development.

Lather youngest Indian weightlifter to win medal at CWG

Lather youngest Indian weightlifter to win medal at CWG

Rediff.com6 Apr 2018

Teenager Deepak Lather, on Friday, became the youngest Indian weightlifter to claim a Commonwealth Games medal, clinching a bronze in the men's 69kg category.

PHOTOS: America's students march for their lives!

PHOTOS: America's students march for their lives!

Rediff.com24 Mar 2018

Hundreds of thousands of people have flooded the American capital on Saturday for the "March for Our Lives" to support tougher gun controls and protest Congress's refusal to consider them. The event is being led by the student survivors of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting on February 14 when 17 were slaughtered by a teenage gunman carrying a legally-purchased AR-15.

To join the army and kill militants was Captain Tushar's childhood dream

To join the army and kill militants was Captain Tushar's childhood dream

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

Family, friends and the army pay their respects to Captain Tushar Mahajan who laid down his life during the encounter in Pampore.

Justice Ranjan Gogoi retires as CJI

Justice Ranjan Gogoi retires as CJI

Rediff.com17 Nov 2019

Justice Gogoi's tenure as judge and as CJI was marked by some controversies and personal allegations but that never came in his way of his judicial work that was reflected in the last few days when benches headed by him delivered some path-breaking judgments.

Buzz: 'New Zealand hosting IPL is speculation'

Buzz: 'New Zealand hosting IPL is speculation'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

Domestic cricket will only happen when travelling is safe: Ganguly

PIX: Peru and their fans will be missed

PIX: Peru and their fans will be missed

Rediff.com22 Jun 2018

Peru's entertaining team and their colourful army of joyous fans will be sorely missed at the World Cup after the South Americans fell victim to their old failing in front of goal.

'If you make a film on sex, you don't need to be vulgar'

'If you make a film on sex, you don't need to be vulgar'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2019

'It was fun trying to regulate ourselves and keep it in the family zone and yet, be tongue-in-cheek.'

Govt reaches out to diaspora youth at Pravasi Bhartiya Divas

Govt reaches out to diaspora youth at Pravasi Bhartiya Divas

Rediff.com7 Jan 2014

Making a strong pitch for greater connectivity with the diaspora youth, Overseas Indian Affairs Minister Vayalar Ravi on Tuesday said partnerships between young Indians in the country and those residing overseas in industry and social sectors would create jobs and bring prosperity.

'The man who made us laugh has left us in tears'

'The man who made us laugh has left us in tears'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

The cartoonist fraternity of the country on Monday mourned the death of R K Laxman calling him the 'original god of cartooning' and an 'institution'.

All about the mystery of job creation

All about the mystery of job creation

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

The processes that create a seven per cent-plus GDP growth rate without a similar growth in jobs are far from fully understood, says Ajit Balakrishnan.

FULL TEXT: 'Much of India that we dream of still lies ahead of us'

FULL TEXT: 'Much of India that we dream of still lies ahead of us'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday address Members of the British Parliament in London where he promised to open more doors of cooperation between the two countries and delved on issues like terrorism and United Nations reforms.

Air pollution killed over 3,000 Indians every day in 2017, says study

Air pollution killed over 3,000 Indians every day in 2017, says study

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

Uttar Pradesh, last year, recorded the most 2,60,028 deaths attributable to air pollution, followed by Maharashtra at 1,08,038 and Bihar 96,967, it said.

SC appoints mediators to talk to Shaheen Bagh protesters

SC appoints mediators to talk to Shaheen Bagh protesters

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

Hearing pleas over the road blocks due to the ongoing protests at Shaheen Bagh against the Citizenship Amendment Act, a bench comprising Justices S K Kaul and K M Joseph said its concern is about what will happen if people start protesting on roads. Democracy works on expressing views but there are lines and boundaries for it, the bench said.

10 popular ways to save tax

10 popular ways to save tax

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

Investments and expenses under section 80 C allows various tax benefits, says Harjot Singh Narula

Modern day slavery is real. How responsive are governments?

Modern day slavery is real. How responsive are governments?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

The map shows the prevalence of modern day slavery across the world. The larger the circle, the greater is the prevalence of modern day slavery in a country

10 things to know about Gita Gopinath, IMF's new chief economist

10 things to know about Gita Gopinath, IMF's new chief economist

Rediff.com6 Oct 2018

Announcing her appointment, IMF Managing Director Christine Lagarde hailed the Mysore-born Gopinath as "one of the world's outstanding economists with impeccable academic credentials, a proven track record of intellectual leadership and extensive international experience".

Let contentious issues not distract us: Prez in I-Day address

Let contentious issues not distract us: Prez in I-Day address

Rediff.com14 Aug 2018

Touching upon a range of issues, the President also said women were entitled to a life of their choice and security to fulfil their potential, amid concerns over their privacy and safety.

'If you want change, you must get your hands dirty'

'If you want change, you must get your hands dirty'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2015

Former Watson Fellow and social entrepreneur Srikar Gullapalli talks about the issues affecting India's growth and tells us why he wants more people to actively participate in building a bright future and put India on the global map.

Eight-month-old rape victim shifted to AIIMS: Centre to SC

Eight-month-old rape victim shifted to AIIMS: Centre to SC

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

Additional Solicitor Generals P S Narsimha and Pinky Anand, appearing for the Centre, informed the court that following its order, a team of doctors from AIIMS had visited the baby in a local government hospital and shifted her to AIIMS for better medical care.

The truth about India's jobs situation

The truth about India's jobs situation

Rediff.com6 Oct 2017

There is an attempt to brush aside the results of all surveys that point to a deteriorating jobs situation. This is counter-productive, says Mahesh Vyas.

100 years of Jallianwala massacre: Amarinder, victims' kin seek UK apology

100 years of Jallianwala massacre: Amarinder, victims' kin seek UK apology

Rediff.com12 Apr 2019

Singh and Punjab Governor V P S Badnore led hundreds of people from all walks of life who took out a candle march to pay homage to the martyrs.

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