News for 'Panda'

Well Done, Bharat Mata Defenders Group!

Well Done, Bharat Mata Defenders Group!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Fifty-nine members of delegations visiting 33 world capitals, reaching millions of people, giving one message, in one language, in one voice -- is an unprecedented world movement, observes former BJP MP Tarun Vijay, former Chief Editor, Panchjanya, the RSS weekly.

Only 1 of 4 named: Cong slams govt over skewed delegation picks

Only 1 of 4 named: Cong slams govt over skewed delegation picks

Rediff.com18 May 2025

The opposition party, however, said the four eminent Congress MPs and leaders who have been included at the instance of the Modi government will, of course, go with the delegations and make their contributions.

What's Priyanka doing with Panda and Gino?

What's Priyanka doing with Panda and Gino?

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

Raveena is sunny... Divyanka is radiant... Shweta is indestructible...

Military Action Must For Pakistan's Thousand Cuts Strategy

Military Action Must For Pakistan's Thousand Cuts Strategy

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

We have nothing to gain by raising our concerns internationally as our narrative has got entangled with several controversial concepts in the United Nations, asserts Ambassador T N Sreenivasan.

Listen to your conscience: Cong to party MPs picked by govt

Listen to your conscience: Cong to party MPs picked by govt

Rediff.com18 May 2025

The Congress on Sunday said it was not stopping anyone from being part of diplomatic delegations to be sent to various countries following Operation Sindoor and that its leaders who have been named at the instance of the government must listen to their conscience and contribute to the exercise.

3 arrested for spying for Pakistan on Kochi, Karwar bases

3 arrested for spying for Pakistan on Kochi, Karwar bases

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested three men for allegedly sharing sensitive information about Indian defence establishments with Pakistan-based intelligence operatives. The arrests come as part of an ongoing investigation into an espionage racket that has seen eight people arrested so far. The NIA has charged five persons, including two absconding Pakistani operatives, in connection with the case, which was originally registered by the Counter Intelligence Cell, Andhra Pradesh in January 2021.

Tharoor in diplomatic delegation: Cong accuses govt of playing politics

Tharoor in diplomatic delegation: Cong accuses govt of playing politics

Rediff.com17 May 2025

The opposition party's attack came after Shashi Tharoor, not part of the four leaders nominated by the Congress, was named as the head of a delegation to key partner countries to convey India's message of zero tolerance against terrorism following Operation Sindoor.

'Yes Bank has solved the asset quality problem'

'Yes Bank has solved the asset quality problem'

Rediff.com17 May 2025

'Now we have one of the best asset qualities in the industry.'

Pix: When I saw a Giant Panda for the first time!

Pix: When I saw a Giant Panda for the first time!

Rediff.com24 Feb 2019

It looked fluffy and cute.

'Saw at least 10-12 bodies lying on platform'

'Saw at least 10-12 bodies lying on platform'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

'Initially, some staircases of platforms were closed to manage the crowd. However, due to delays, more passengers were attempting to take the staircases. At the last moment, the closed staircases were opened, which caused congestion and the crowd swelled'

Lakshya Sen, other Indians shown door in Finland

Lakshya Sen, other Indians shown door in Finland

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

The mixed doubles pair of Sathish Kumar Karunakaran and Aadya Variyath lost 12-21, 15-21 to the Chinese combine of Cheng Xing and Zhang Chi.

Former BJD MP Jay Panda joins BJP ahead of polls

Former BJD MP Jay Panda joins BJP ahead of polls

Rediff.com4 Mar 2019

Panda met BJP chief Amit Shah and joined the party at its office in the national capital.

World's first panda themed hotel in China!

World's first panda themed hotel in China!

Rediff.com5 Mar 2013

China will open the world's first panda themed hotel in May.

Rajawat makes early exit from China Open

Rajawat makes early exit from China Open

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Indian shuttlers who competed at the Paris Olympics, including PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen and the men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, are giving the tournament, the year's final BWF Super 1000 event, a miss.

Deepika, Always So Gorgeous!

Deepika, Always So Gorgeous!

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Ed Sheeran hangs out with John Abraham... Anupam Kher teams up with Prabhas...Aahana Kumra turns producer...

Good day for Indian shuttlers at Malaysia Open

Good day for Indian shuttlers at Malaysia Open

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

Prannoy, Malvika advance.

Meet India's first private reinsurer

Meet India's first private reinsurer

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

In Debasish Panda's last board meeting as chairperson of the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai), the regulator approved the "R2" licence for Kamlesh Goyal and Prem Watsa-backed Value Attics Reinsurance, making it the first private-sector Indian reinsurer after GIC Re, the public-sector reinsurer. "The authority reviewed and approved the R2 application of Value Attics Reinsurance, making it the first private-sector reinsurer after GIC Re, the public-sector reinsurer.

Indian Army Is Ready For Dharma Guardian 2025

Indian Army Is Ready For Dharma Guardian 2025

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Dharma Guardian 2025 will primarily focus on urban warfare tactics and counter-terrorism operations and underscores the growing strategic partnership between India and Japan.

2 more BJP MPs included in 'one nation, one poll' JPC

2 more BJP MPs included in 'one nation, one poll' JPC

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

The government has moved to increase the strength of the joint committee of Parliament that will scrutinise the two bills proposing simultaneous elections from 31 MPs to 39, giving representation to more parties.

10 Gut-Friendly Foods To Include In Your Diet

10 Gut-Friendly Foods To Include In Your Diet

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Dr Rajeshwari Panda, head of the dietetics department at Medicover Hospital, shares a list of foods that promote gut health.

Modi's promise betrayed: AAP after Delhi cabinet meet

Modi's promise betrayed: AAP after Delhi cabinet meet

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Atishi, a former Delhi Chief Minister and AAP leader, accused the newly formed BJP government of failing to fulfill Prime Minister Narendra Modi's promise of providing financial assistance to women under the Mahila Samridhi Yojana. She questioned why the scheme, which promised Rs 2,500 to each woman in Delhi, was not passed at the first cabinet meeting.

'Clients Are In Risk-management Mode'

'Clients Are In Risk-management Mode'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

'Entering India is exciting, but it's also challenging. You have to be prepared for long-term investment.'

BFI secretary general Kalita suspended for financial fraud

BFI secretary general Kalita suspended for financial fraud

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Before being elected as secretary general for the 2021-25 term, Kalita had served as the treasurer of the apex boxing body.

Agassi hopes to make a generational change in India...

Agassi hopes to make a generational change in India...

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

'What I hope to do is provide a vehicle for that scale and growth in literacy and English as a second language here.'

BJP faces delay in choosing Delhi CM?

BJP faces delay in choosing Delhi CM?

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to form its government in Delhi after winning the recent assembly elections. Party leaders have stated that the new chief minister should be chosen from the elected BJP MLAs, with several contenders emerging from the newly-elected members. The decision on the next chief minister is expected to be made after Prime Minister Narendra Modi returns from his foreign visit around February 15.

Sabyasachi Panda expelled from CPI-Maoist

Sabyasachi Panda expelled from CPI-Maoist

Rediff.com11 Aug 2012

Communist Party of India - Marxist central committee has expelled Sabyasachi Panda, believed to be the mastermind behind the kidnapping of two Italians in Odisha, for his alleged 'inimical stand' and open criticism of the leadership 'with an evil intention'. Panda, who was in charge of the outfit's Odisha state committee, was termed a 'renegade' by the CPI-Maoist central committee.

'Good Roles Are Playing Hard To Get With Me'

'Good Roles Are Playing Hard To Get With Me'

Rediff.com5 May 2025

'Some people tell me you're playing hard to get. But I'm not. It's the other way around.'

Syed Modi International: Sindhu survives scare; Sen cruises into quarters

Syed Modi International: Sindhu survives scare; Sen cruises into quarters

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

P V Sindhu survived a scare before beating unheralded compatriot Ira Sharma in three games to enter the women's singles quarter-finals at the Syed Modi International Super 300 badminton tournament.

Sindhu suffers opening round defeat at Indonesia Open

Sindhu suffers opening round defeat at Indonesia Open

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

The Taiwanese shuttler took an hour and 10 minutes to beat the Commonwealth Games gold medallist.

Odisha: Top Maoist leader Sabyasachi Panda arrested

Odisha: Top Maoist leader Sabyasachi Panda arrested

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

In a major achievement for Odisha police, top Maoist leader Sabyasachi Panda wanted in over 60 criminal cases, has been arrested prompting Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik to appeal to Naxals to eschew violence and join the mainstream

Two Insurers Announce Investment In Bima Sugam

Two Insurers Announce Investment In Bima Sugam

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

New India Assurance and Niva Bupa have invested in the Bima Sugam India Federation.

Probe panel quizzes KIIT founder, others in Nepalese student's suicide case

Probe panel quizzes KIIT founder, others in Nepalese student's suicide case

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

The founder of KIIT, Achyuta Samanta, and other top officials of the private engineering college were questioned by a government committee about the alleged suicide of a Nepalese girl in her hostel and the assault on students of her country. The incident sparked outrage in the Odisha Assembly, with opposition members demanding a judicial inquiry. Samanta was questioned for two hours, along with the institute's Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, Dean, and two suspended women officials. The committee is investigating the circumstances surrounding the student's suicide, the alleged high-handedness of the institute's administration, and the decision to suspend specific students and shut down the institute for them. The Odisha government has assured Nepalese students that it will cover their travel expenses, arrange remedial classes, and reschedule their mid-semester examinations if necessary.

PIX: Kung Fu Panda visits Rediff office!

PIX: Kung Fu Panda visits Rediff office!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

A look at the fun pictures of the visit.

Panda rejects Odisha police's offer, rules out surrender

Panda rejects Odisha police's offer, rules out surrender

Rediff.com21 Jul 2012

Rejecting an offer made by Odisha police, top Maoist leader Sabyasachi Panda on Saturday said he has no plan to surrender as being speculated.

BJD MP Baijayant Panda hurt as partymen pelt stones at each other

BJD MP Baijayant Panda hurt as partymen pelt stones at each other

Rediff.com30 May 2017

'Forget stones & eggs, they can't cow me down even if they use bullet,' Panda tweeted.

Insurers to double down on tech, rural expansion for growth in '25

Insurers to double down on tech, rural expansion for growth in '25

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

The Indian insurance industry is set to focus on customer-centric technological adoption and expansion into rural areas to drive growth in 2025.

'How Can IRDAI Ask Insurers To Invest In Bima Sugam?'

'How Can IRDAI Ask Insurers To Invest In Bima Sugam?'

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

'It is imprudent on the part of Indian insurance companies to invest out of the shareholders' fund in a private limited company.'

Rising Indian shuttler Malvika shocks World No. 23 Sung

Rising Indian shuttler Malvika shocks World No. 23 Sung

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Rising Indian shuttler Malvika Bansod continued her impressive form this year, pulling off a stunning upset against world No. 23 Sung Shuo Yun of Chinese Taipei to advance to the women's singles pre-quarterfinals of the Arctic Open Super 500 tournament on Tuesday.

'Goal for Axis Max Life Insurance is to become listed entity'

'Goal for Axis Max Life Insurance is to become listed entity'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

'However, this process will take some time. Depending on the approval timeline, it may span a few quarters.'

USTR Report Intensifies Trade Tensions With India

USTR Report Intensifies Trade Tensions With India

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

The US Trade Representative noted that India's average applied tariff rate stood at 17% per cent, the highest of any major world economy.