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Rasna looks at overseas franchise arrangements for manufacturing abroad

Rasna looks at overseas franchise arrangements for manufacturing abroad

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Rasna, which became a household name in the 80s and 90s and is still ruling the pre-mix market, is now looking at overseas franchise arrangements for manufacturing abroad. As part of the arrangement, the franchisee would invest in the plant and machinery and it would also take care of day-to-day operations. Rasna would supply the pre-mix, technical know-how and some financial support.

Formula One trials AI to tackle track limits breaches

Formula One trials AI to tackle track limits breaches

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

The July 2 Austrian Grand Prix was a high water mark for the sport with just four people having to process an avalanche of some 1,200 potential violations.

How Co-living Is Helping Young Millennials

How Co-living Is Helping Young Millennials

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

'Factors such as working professionals seeking better lifestyles, traditional housing challenges, community and networking, and urban migration for jobs are driving the growth in the co-living segment.'

Punjab Assembly unanimously rejects Centre's BSF notification

Punjab Assembly unanimously rejects Centre's BSF notification

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

"The decision of extending the jurisdiction of the Border Security Force (BSF) from 15 km to 50 km by the Union Government is an expression of distrust towards the state Police and people of Punjab. This is their insult too," the resolution passed unanimously by the state Legislative Assembly stated.

'This government seeks full control. No dissent'

'This government seeks full control. No dissent'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

'Many already toe the line, those on the fence will be nudged to stand with the government even more, those who are critical will face trouble soon.'

Wimbledon PIX: Djokovic whips Rune; Fritz stuns Zverev

Wimbledon PIX: Djokovic whips Rune; Fritz stuns Zverev

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Images from Day 8 of Wimbledon 2024 at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in London on Monday.

Landslide, issues with drilling machine hit U'khand tunnel rescue ops

Landslide, issues with drilling machine hit U'khand tunnel rescue ops

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

The labourers are safe, and oxygen, electricity, medicines, food items and water are being constantly supplied to them through pipes, they said.

Will attacks on ships in Red Sea affect India?

Will attacks on ships in Red Sea affect India?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

'Given that the situation is quickly escalating, such attacks will affect the flow of crude in the short term from West Asia' Subhayan Chakraborty and Dhruvaksh Saha report.

How low will they stoop?: Modi slams Nitish over 'derogatory' remarks

How low will they stoop?: Modi slams Nitish over 'derogatory' remarks

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Modi said not a single leader of the opposition grouping INDIA has uttered a word against the "disrespect" for women.

Army against proposal to bring Assam Rifles under home ministry

Army against proposal to bring Assam Rifles under home ministry

Rediff.com29 Sep 2019

The Army says such a move will seriously jeopardise surveillance over the country's sensitive border with China.

Frontline Relive Pandemic Nightmare

Frontline Relive Pandemic Nightmare

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Battling the virus, enduring separation from loved ones, and working extended hours became part of the job.

500-bed ITBP Covid centre to be reopened in Delhi

500-bed ITBP Covid centre to be reopened in Delhi

Rediff.com22 Apr 2021

Indo-Tibetan Border Police director general S S Deswal said that the force is putting together the manpower for the facility that was first operationalised in June-July last year when COVID-19 cases in Delhi were witnessing a steep rise.

Delhi factory fire: Death toll climbs to 11, 4 injured

Delhi factory fire: Death toll climbs to 11, 4 injured

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

The fire was preceded by a blast and soon it spread to nearby buildings, including a drug rehabilitation centre and eight shops.

'My body can't take this pressure of having babies'

'My body can't take this pressure of having babies'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

'The minute I tell couples to use condoms or suggest permanent birth control, they ignore it or just change the topic.'

Rs 17cr cash seized in ED raid on Kolkata-based gaming app operators

Rs 17cr cash seized in ED raid on Kolkata-based gaming app operators

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

A picture released by the federal agency showed bundles of seized Rs 500 currency notes along with a few in the denomination of Rs 2,000 and Rs 200 stacked together on a bed.

Delhi gets 10,000-bed Covid care centre

Delhi gets 10,000-bed Covid care centre

Rediff.com5 Jul 2020

Baijal reviewed the availability of beds, oxygen cylinders, concentrators, ventilators, ICUs and medical staff at the centre set up in Chhatarpur. He also congratulated the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) on taking over the facility.

MNCs look towards India for a booster dose

MNCs look towards India for a booster dose

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

In recent months, several pharma multinational corporations (MNCs) are increasingly turning to Indian companies to expand market reach in the country's pharmaceuticals sector. Sanofi's partnerships with Dr Reddy's, Cipla, and Emcure, AstraZeneca and Mankind Pharma - teaming up for asthma medication distribution - are a few instances of this trend. This strategy allows MNCs to leverage established Indian networks and reach a wider audience. Indian companies also benefit from global brands and expertise, say analysts.

Jolt to Kejriwal govt as SC allows 6-month extension for Delhi chief secretary

Jolt to Kejriwal govt as SC allows 6-month extension for Delhi chief secretary

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

The bid to extend the tenure of the present chief secretary is the latest bone of contention between the Arvind Kejriwal government and Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena, who have been involved in a series of run-ins over various issues.

Urgent need to keep adequate oxygen stock ready: Centre to states

Urgent need to keep adequate oxygen stock ready: Centre to states

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

The Union health ministry said the emerging scenario calls for immediate measures by states and UTs to ensure optimal availability of medical oxygen at all health facilities.

India's 1st Private Launchpad Preps For Liftoff

India's 1st Private Launchpad Preps For Liftoff

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

Preparations are in the final stages by the Chennai-headquartered space-tech startup Agnikul Cosmos for the maiden launch of India's first-ever private launchpad and the second rocket launch by a private sector player.

Over 400 evacuated after fire at Chandigarh's PGIMER hospital; no deaths

Over 400 evacuated after fire at Chandigarh's PGIMER hospital; no deaths

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

An official of the fire and emergency services department said that 11 fire tenders including one each from Panchkula and Mohali were pressed into service to quickly control the blaze.

Indian Techies Write Code For Driverless Cars!

Indian Techies Write Code For Driverless Cars!

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

Engineers based in India are estimated to be writing roughly 35 per cent of the 100 million lines of codes required to develop one fully driverless car for global vehicle makers.

Centre asks states to ramp up health infra amid Covid spike

Centre asks states to ramp up health infra amid Covid spike

Rediff.com1 Jan 2022

In a letter to all chief secretaries, Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan said it is imperative to re-emphasise the significance of timely and swift upgradation of health infrastructure in all states and UTs.

Came together to save country, Constitution: Uddhav after meeting Kejriwal

Came together to save country, Constitution: Uddhav after meeting Kejriwal

Rediff.com24 May 2023

On Tuesday, Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann met West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee in Kolkata as part of their nationwide tour to garner support for the AAP's fight against the Centre's ordinance.

'Taxing Billionaires Is Not A Bad Idea'

'Taxing Billionaires Is Not A Bad Idea'

Rediff.com15 May 2024

'If we want real democracy, the economy itself will need to be democratised.'

Omicron thrice more contagious, activate war rooms: Centre to states

Omicron thrice more contagious, activate war rooms: Centre to states

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

In a letter to the states and union territories, Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan advised implementing strategic interventions for containment like imposition of night curfew, strict regulation of large gatherings, curtailing numbers in marriages and funerals besides increasing testing and surveillance.

Odd-even scheme returns in Delhi from Nov 13-20; in-person classes suspended

Odd-even scheme returns in Delhi from Nov 13-20; in-person classes suspended

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

With Delhi recording air pollution levels seven to eight times above safe standards on Monday, the city government announced the return of its flagship odd-even scheme after four years anticipating further deterioration of air quality post-Diwali.

Population control: Can't coerce family planning, govt tells SC

Population control: Can't coerce family planning, govt tells SC

Rediff.com12 Dec 2020

In an affidavit filed in the top court, the health ministry told the apex court that the family welfare programme in the country is voluntary in nature, which enables couples to decide the size of their family and adopt family planning methods best suited to them, according to their choice and without any compulsion.

'If A Heatstroke Patient Doesn't Get Treatment, There's 80% Chance Of Dying'

'If A Heatstroke Patient Doesn't Get Treatment, There's 80% Chance Of Dying'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

'We can save 70 patients out of 100, if they reach a hospital well within time.' 'The most crucial aspect is time.'

Gaganyaan test flight successful, crew module recovered from Bay of Bengal

Gaganyaan test flight successful, crew module recovered from Bay of Bengal

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Nerves gave way to smiles at the spaceport in Sriharikota as delays and an anomaly-triggered 'hold' forced Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) scientists to revise the launch schedule of a test vehicle carrying payloads related to the country's ambitious human space flight mission, Gaganyaan which soared into skies after initial hiccups.

Bird flu outbreak: Centre issues advisory to 4 states

Bird flu outbreak: Centre issues advisory to 4 states

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

The Centre on Wednesday said Avian Influenza, or the bird flu outbreak, has been reported at 12 epicentres in four states -- Kerala, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh -- and advisories have been issued to contain further spread of the infection in poultry ducks, crows and migratory birds.

Microsoft unveils blueprint for India on AI governance

Microsoft unveils blueprint for India on AI governance

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Tech giant Microsoft has unveiled a blueprint for India on artificial intelligence (AI) governance, and proposed a regulatory architecture to oversee safety protocols, according to a whitepaper released on Thursday. The whitepaper titled "Governing AI: A Blueprint for India" comes amid Microsoft raising its stakes in its artificial intelligence tool ChatGPT. The proposed AI regulatory architecture includes regulations prescribing safety and security requirements, then license deployment for permitted uses in a licensed Al data centre with post-deployment safety and security monitoring and protection.

Lessons For The World From 2023

Lessons For The World From 2023

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

One looks upon the coming new year with foreboding as current wars in Ukraine and Gaza spill over and escalate and new ones erupt in incipient fault lines across the world, notes former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

Top Indian Army commanders 'draw lessons' from Gaza, Ukraine wars

Top Indian Army commanders 'draw lessons' from Gaza, Ukraine wars

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Top commanders of the Indian Army deliberated on the Russia-Ukraine war and Israel-Hamas conflict at a five-day conclave to draw relevant lessons besides focusing on ways to make the force 'future ready' in line with with emerging contours of threats and challenges.

How Eveready plans to double revenue

How Eveready plans to double revenue

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Eveready Industries India will launch a new category in Financial Year 2024-25 (FY25) as it works to double revenue, said a senior executive of the country's largest dry cell battery maker. It could be an adjacency or a new product under the Eveready brand and a final decision is expected by the end of this financial year. "We are currently working on that exercise; it's on the drawing board," said Suvamoy Saha, managing director of Eveready.

China ramped up troop deployment, infra along LAC in 2022: Pentagon

China ramped up troop deployment, infra along LAC in 2022: Pentagon

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

According to the 'Military and Security Developments involving the People's Republic of China' report 2023: "Since early May 2020, sustained tensions along the India-China border have dominated the Western Theater Command's attention."

Team ISRO takes a bow: 'It's been breathe in, breathe out Chandrayaan'

Team ISRO takes a bow: 'It's been breathe in, breathe out Chandrayaan'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

The entire mission operations of Chandrayaan-3, right from the launch till landing, "happened flawlessly" as per the timeline, the team that led India's third mission to the Moon said on Wednesday.

'Central govt not serious about resolving Manipur violence'

'Central govt not serious about resolving Manipur violence'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

'The Centre prevaricates on the question of effecting a change of state-level leadership or on the imposition of President's rule in the state.'

Anti-collision system yet to be installed on route, railways launches probe

Anti-collision system yet to be installed on route, railways launches probe

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

The railways has initiated a high-level probe into the train crash in Odisha to be headed by the commissioner of railway safety, South Eastern Circle.

DGCA inspects entire SpiceJet fleet after 17 hurt in turbulence

DGCA inspects entire SpiceJet fleet after 17 hurt in turbulence

Rediff.com2 May 2022

A SpiceJet spokesperson said, 'On May 1, SpiceJet Boeing B737 aircraft operating flight SG-945 from Mumbai to Durgapur encountered severe turbulence during descent which unfortunately resulted in injuries to a few passengers.'