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The Leverage Trump's US Has On Xi's China Has Shrunk

The Leverage Trump's US Has On Xi's China Has Shrunk

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

The stock and bond markets told Trump firmly that any idea of isolating China would lead to harming the US economy and this forced Trump to backtrack, points out Aakar Patel.

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, other crew members to return on July 14

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, other crew members to return on July 14

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and the Axiom-4 mission crew are scheduled to return to Earth from the International Space Station on July 14, according to NASA.

Wayanad landslides linked to warming of Arabian Sea: Scientist

Wayanad landslides linked to warming of Arabian Sea: Scientist

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

He said scientists have noticed a trend of very deep cloud systems developing over the southeast Arabian Sea, and added that sometimes, these systems intrude into the land, like in 2019.

Iran-Israel Attacks Leaves Cities in Ruins

Iran-Israel Attacks Leaves Cities in Ruins

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Iran has fired 280 ballistic missiles at Israel since early Friday in retaliation to Israeli strikes on its nuclear programme, its military and political officials, and nuclear scientists.

ISRO conducts first successful rocket launching test with payload in UP

ISRO conducts first successful rocket launching test with payload in UP

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

The test conducted on Saturday in collaboration with Thrust Tech India Limited saw the rocket ascend 1.1 km at 5:14:33 PM, a complete success.

Indian astronomers discover a rare cosmic twist

Indian astronomers discover a rare cosmic twist

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Researchers from the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) have discovered an unexpectedly high abundance of germanium in the Extreme Helium star A980, challenging existing theories about stellar chemistry and the evolution of rare stars.

Astronaut Shukla to chat with students, ISRO engineers from space on Friday

Astronaut Shukla to chat with students, ISRO engineers from space on Friday

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

The interaction is planned via a telebridge set up at the U R Rao Satellite Centre in Bengaluru, said the Amateur Radio on International Space Station (ARISS), which facilitates interaction of school students with astronauts on the orbital laboratory.

Special Ops 2 Review: Dizzyingly Fast

Special Ops 2 Review: Dizzyingly Fast

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Special Ops 2 captures the spirit of the modern-day spy thriller and runs with it, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Flash Flood Threat Grows with Monsoon Changes

Flash Flood Threat Grows with Monsoon Changes

Rediff.com30 May 2025

The frequency of short-duration, heavy rainfall events over central India and long-duration heavy rainfall events over the north-western coasts of the country has risen considerably in the last few decades.

India's First Gene-Edited Sheep Unveiled

India's First Gene-Edited Sheep Unveiled

Rediff.com28 May 2025

The edited sheep contains no foreign DNA, distinguishing it from transgenic organisms and paving the way for regulatory approval under India's evolving biotech policy framework.

India's First Gene-Edited Sheep Is Here!

India's First Gene-Edited Sheep Is Here!

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Researchers at the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology have produced India's first gene-edited sheep, marking a historic milestone in the field of animal biotechnology.

Iran confirms attack on nuke sites, won't stop programme

Iran confirms attack on nuke sites, won't stop programme

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

Following attacks on Iranian nuclear sites, including Fordow, Isfahan, and Natanz, the Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran (AEOI) has stated that the attacks are a violation of international law and that Iran's nuclear industry will continue its development.

Pak test-fires 450 km range Abdali missile amid tensions with India

Pak test-fires 450 km range Abdali missile amid tensions with India

Rediff.com3 May 2025

The army said the missile launch was part of "Exercise INDUS" without giving details about the exercise.

The Man Who Said No To The Big Bang

The Man Who Said No To The Big Bang

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Jayant Narlikar wrote alternative what-if histories, explained difficult scientific theories with funny analogies, and leavened his lectures with jokes and humorous asides.

'Linking Aadhar With Voter ID Is Very Dangerous'

'Linking Aadhar With Voter ID Is Very Dangerous'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

'The protection of secrecy and anonymity gets lost with this linking.'

India working on Iron Man prototype for military missions

India working on Iron Man prototype for military missions

Rediff.com10 May 2025

Currently in its advanced development phase, the team is focusing on refining the robot's ability to understand and execute operator commands.

CDS reveals how India thwarted Pak drone attack

CDS reveals how India thwarted Pak drone attack

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan emphasizes the importance of self-reliance in Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) for India, citing recent global conflicts and Operation Sindoor as examples of their strategic importance.

Shuks Picks This SRK Song For Launch

Shuks Picks This SRK Song For Launch

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Unveiling his launch day playlist, the Indian pilot revealed that he loves to listen to Shah Rukh Khan's Swades song Yuh Hi Chala Chal.

Experts explain: Why are Covid cases rising again

Experts explain: Why are Covid cases rising again

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Covid is growing milder with time but an occasional surge in cases is expected because the virus that causes it is now endemic and constantly evolving, say scientists while assuring that there is no cause for concern.

Pak conducts training launch of another missile amid tension with India

Pak conducts training launch of another missile amid tension with India

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Pakistan successfully conducted a training launch of the 'Fatah series' surface-to-surface missile with a range of 120 kilometers. The launch comes amid heightened tensions with India following a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the test was part of the ongoing exercise 'INDUS' and was aimed at ensuring the operational readiness of troops and validating key technical parameters, including the missile's advanced navigation system and enhanced accuracy.

ISRO gears up for earth observation satellite launch on Sunday

ISRO gears up for earth observation satellite launch on Sunday

Rediff.com17 May 2025

The Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) in its 63rd mission, would carry the earth observation satellite (EOS-09) which would be capable of capturing high-resolution images of the Earth's surface under all weather conditions.

Dalai Lama: Lessons For Young Minds

Dalai Lama: Lessons For Young Minds

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

The Dalai Lama's way of staying curious, kind and calm shows young people how small daily habits can help them handle stress and live with heart.

Mukesh Ambani donates Rs 151 crore to his alma mater

Mukesh Ambani donates Rs 151 crore to his alma mater

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Reliance Industries chairman and managing director Mukesh Ambani announced an unconditional grant of Rs 151 crore to his alma mater the Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai. Ambani had graduated from ICT in the 1970s.

Iran Fires 100 Missiles At Israel

Iran Fires 100 Missiles At Israel

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Glimpses of the damage from Iranian missile attacks on Rishon LeZion, Ramat Gan and Tel Aviv in Israel, June 13 and June 14, 2025.

'There's No Such Thing As A Permanent Job Anymore'

'There's No Such Thing As A Permanent Job Anymore'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

'There are still plenty of jobs out there -- but not enough people with the right skills to fill them.'

The Hidden Dangers of Water-Only Fasting

The Hidden Dangers of Water-Only Fasting

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

A new study reveals that water-only fasting may come with serious side effects.

Iran's centrifuge production sites hit by Israeli strikes: IAEA

Iran's centrifuge production sites hit by Israeli strikes: IAEA

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

The embassy of Iran in India on Wednesday shared a statement made by the director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency, where he said that they (IAEA) did not have any proof that Iran is going to make nuclear weapons.

India Rolls Out Next-Gen Rice Varieties

India Rolls Out Next-Gen Rice Varieties

Rediff.com6 May 2025

The varieties will take at least 4 to 5 years to reach farmers after they complete the usual cycle of breeder, foundation and certified seeds.

Iranian Missiles Cause Damage In Israel

Iranian Missiles Cause Damage In Israel

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Iran fired around 200 ballistic missiles and drones at Israel on Saturday, June 14, 2025, causing widespread damage in communities in north Israel, killing three people and injuring dozens.

Are There Infiltrators On Bihar's Voter Lists?

Are There Infiltrators On Bihar's Voter Lists?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

'If this is true, the Election Commission should come forward with data and officially confirm it.'

Is AI Coming For Your Job? What AI Godfather Says

Is AI Coming For Your Job? What AI Godfather Says

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'If we're smart about it, we can use AI to amplify human potential, not replace it. But time is running short.'

Will rivers in India, Nepal go dry?

Will rivers in India, Nepal go dry?

Rediff.com30 May 2025

More than twice as much global glacier mass will remain if countries restrict temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius, compared to the warming level of 2.7 degrees Celsius resulting from the current policies, says a new study released.

Jayant Narlikar: A Voice That Lit The Cosmos

Jayant Narlikar: A Voice That Lit The Cosmos

Rediff.com22 May 2025

'When Dr Murli Manohar Joshi wanted to start a course on astrology, Jayant was the first one to have the courage to stand up and say astrology is not science.' 'That's a very rare quality -- to stand up to authority.'

India's canisterised missiles can carry multiple N-warheads

India's canisterised missiles can carry multiple N-warheads

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Nearly all of the nine nuclear-armed States, including India and Pakistan, continued intensive nuclear modernisation programmes in 2024, upgrading existing weapons and adding newer versions, according to a report by a global think-tank.

Gajar halwa to Aamras: What Shubhanshu took to space

Gajar halwa to Aamras: What Shubhanshu took to space

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Shukla shared these details in an 18-minute interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday from the International Space Station that is orbiting the earth at an altitude of 400 km.

ISRO's 101st mission fails due to pressure issue

ISRO's 101st mission fails due to pressure issue

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Indian Space Research Organisation's 101st mission from Sriharikota, an earth observation satellite onboard the agency's trusted Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) rocket, could not be accomplished on Sunday following a pressure issue in the third stage of the launch vehicle, the space agency said.

Red alert in Delhi as heat index soars to an alarming 51.9 deg C

Red alert in Delhi as heat index soars to an alarming 51.9 deg C

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Temperatures are likely to remain in a similar range until Thursday, with a gradual fall expected from June 13.

'This planet belongs to everyone, it isn't a sole preserve'

'This planet belongs to everyone, it isn't a sole preserve'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

'As humans, we haven't changed much'

'No One Is Evacuating Tehran'

'No One Is Evacuating Tehran'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

'All the government and private offices are functioning.' 'Overall, life is continuing normally.' 'People of Iran are showing spirit and resilience in the face of adversity.'

'We Haven't Slept For 3 Nights'

'We Haven't Slept For 3 Nights'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

'We are frightened and need to go home.'