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Usha Chadaga earned a PhD at 75

Usha Chadaga earned a PhD at 75

Rediff.com2 May 2022

'You can do anything after retirement. You have to pursue it. You have to take it up as a challenge.'

SC asks CBI to embrace change in privacy plea over e-devices' seizure

SC asks CBI to embrace change in privacy plea over e-devices' seizure

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

The world has changed and the CBI should also, the Supreme Court observed on Monday while hearing a plea seeking guidelines for probe agencies on seizure, examination and preservation of personal digital and electronic devices and their contents.

'May God take special care of an exceptional human being!'

'May God take special care of an exceptional human being!'

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Three mentees pay homage to Sherna Gandhy, the legendary journalist and editor who passed into the ages on April 28 after a long battle with cancer.

Naxalism with guns or pens must be uprooted: Modi tells state home ministers

Naxalism with guns or pens must be uprooted: Modi tells state home ministers

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday mooted the idea of "One Nation, One Uniform" for the police, saying it is just a suggestion for consideration and he is not trying to impose it on the states.

Adani row: Strengthen regulatory system to protect investors, SC tells govt

Adani row: Strengthen regulatory system to protect investors, SC tells govt

Rediff.com10 Feb 2023

The Supreme Court on Friday said there should be a robust mechanism to ensure that the interests of Indian investors are protected in the stock market and sought views of the Centre and market regulator SEBI on PILs alleging exploitation of innocent investors and "artificial crashing" of the Adani group's stock value.

'Collegium Is Better System To Appoint Election Commissioners'

'Collegium Is Better System To Appoint Election Commissioners'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

'The collegium system will remove any such doubts from the minds of people and the political parties.'

You can't coach different teams in the same way: Dravid

You can't coach different teams in the same way: Dravid

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

Aware that guiding an age-group outfit is vastly different from helming a ruthlessly result-oriented international outfit, India's new head coach Rahul Dravid wants to strike a fine balance between winning every game and building a team for the future.

'Make caste discrimination in schools and colleges a crime'

'Make caste discrimination in schools and colleges a crime'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

'The government should immediately enact an Act to make caste discrimination a criminal offence and lay down a procedure similar to that of the Anti-Ragging Act.' 'Ragging has nearly been eliminated because it is treated as a criminal offence.' 'Similar procedure should be used in case of caste discrimination.'

World T20: Guide to India vs West Indies semi-final

World T20: Guide to India vs West Indies semi-final

Rediff.com30 Mar 2016

Following is a factbox on the second World Twenty20 semi-final between West Indies and India to be played at the Wankhede Stadium, in Mumbai, on Thursday.

Can we feed honey to a newborn?

Can we feed honey to a newborn?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2015

Take this quiz by Lakshmy Ramanathan author of For Bumpier Times: An Indian Mother's Guide to 101 Pregnancy & Childcare Practices and find out.

MFIs should not throw caution to wind, warns RBI

MFIs should not throw caution to wind, warns RBI

Rediff.com27 Oct 2021

Reserve Bank of India Deputy Governor M Rajeshwar Rao on Wednesday said while the central bank will foster growth in the microfinance (MFI) sector, the lenders in the space should not throw caution to the wind to achieve higher asset growth and returns. MFIs should not try to mimic the strategies of mainstream finance, as those serving the microfinance borrowers have a greater need to balance the social objectives with their lending operations, he said.

Emerging AI: What Awaits Us?

Emerging AI: What Awaits Us?

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

Ajit Balakrishnan offers lessons from another tech revolution not so long ago.

Why Pujara struggled for runs in the past three seasons...

Why Pujara struggled for runs in the past three seasons...

Rediff.com2 May 2022

Regular match practice, something Cheteshwar Pujara was not able to get due to the COVID-19 pandemic, is the reason for the India batter's consistent run in the English County Championship, reckons his father and coach Arvind Pujara.

Djokovic still on course to make history, says Armenulic

Djokovic still on course to make history, says Armenulic

Rediff.com13 Sep 2021

Novak Djokovic will swiftly overcome the disappointment of failing to win a calendar Grand Slam and a record-breaking 21st major at the U.S. Open, former Yugoslavia Davis Cup coach Radmilo Armenulic said.

What Malinga The Slinga Told Royals

What Malinga The Slinga Told Royals

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

'In T20, you only have to bowl 24 balls, which works in our favour, but it's also important to trust your instincts as to which variations can work in which situations.'

How Arshdeep plotted Rajasthan Royals' downfall in Mumbai

How Arshdeep plotted Rajasthan Royals' downfall in Mumbai

Rediff.com13 Apr 2021

Sanju Samson's fighting hundred went in vain as Arshdeep Singh held his nerves in the final over

'BJP is prepared to take strong decisions'

'BJP is prepared to take strong decisions'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

'In AAP, those who are in charge of a particular state provide information to Arvind Kejriwal. 'In the BJP, several organisations convey what is happening on the ground to the top leadership.' 'There are so many channels through which issues are being understood.'

HR GURU: Working Long Hours Important For Success?

HR GURU: Working Long Hours Important For Success?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

HR Guru Mayank Rautela offers practical advice.

Modern Love: How Parents Can Support Dating

Modern Love: How Parents Can Support Dating

Rediff.com23 May 2022

Your parents, especially your mum, could be the one to reach out to for advice grounded in experience, understanding and unconditional support.

India, US kick off wargame in Indian Ocean with eye on China

India, US kick off wargame in Indian Ocean with eye on China

Rediff.com23 Jun 2021

The US has deployed its naval carrier strike group, led by the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan, as well as a fleet of F-18 fighter jets and E-2C Hawkeye all-weather aircraft for the exercise, officials said. The Indian assets at the exercise included Jaguar and Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jets, IL-78 air-to-air refuelling tanker aircraft, Airborne Warning and Control System aircraft and warships Kochi and Teg. The Indian Navy has also deployed a fleet of P8I maritime surveillance aircraft and MiG 29K jets, apart from other platforms.

Learning in the times of COVID-19

Learning in the times of COVID-19

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

These pictures clicked from around the world this year show how teachers interact with students in the new normal.

A newborn baby's nose is red and swollen because...

A newborn baby's nose is red and swollen because...

Rediff.com7 Nov 2015

In the third part of this series, Lakshmy Ramanathan, author of For Bumpier Times: An Indian Mother's Guide to 101 Pregnancy & Childcare Practices, helps you learn more dos and don'ts of pregnancy.

I wanted to be the best and I worked hard for it: Suryakumar

I wanted to be the best and I worked hard for it: Suryakumar

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

'I enjoy this game, whenever I go in to bat, I put up a show.'

Adani, Sitharaman line up for yoga session

Adani, Sitharaman line up for yoga session

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

Billionaire Gautam Adani on Tuesday did an hour-long session of yoga exercises in the open air as he led corporate India to join the International Day of Yoga celebrations. Several public and private sector companies held yoga sessions at their offices to promote the adoption of exercise in daily routines to stay fit and healthy. Adani, chairman of logistics-to-energy conglomerate Adani Group, and his wife Priti, who heads the Adani Foundation, "participated with more than 1,000 members of the Adani Parivaar team to celebrate health, mindfulness and meditation," the group said in a statement. The session was held at a football ground at Adani Shantigram in Ahmedabad. Several other business leaders tweeted pictures of their yoga sessions.

Boxer Panghal one of India's best medal hopes at Olympics

Boxer Panghal one of India's best medal hopes at Olympics

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

Olympic-bound Indian boxer Amit Panghal described his silver-winning performance at the recently-concluded Asian Championships in Dubai as the best of his career so far.

Quiz: Are chubby babies healthier than skinny babies?

Quiz: Are chubby babies healthier than skinny babies?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

Take this quiz by Lakshmy Ramanathan, author of For Bumpier Times: An Indian Mother's Guide to 101 Pregnancy & Childcare Practices and find out.

12 Monthly Goals For a Healthy 2023

12 Monthly Goals For a Healthy 2023

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

Drink enough water, focus on your portion sizes, cut out junk food, start a walking routine, and stay consistent.

5 Tips To Take Care Of Your Teeth

5 Tips To Take Care Of Your Teeth

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

Those with gum disease are at an increased risk for developing heart disease, warns Dr Karishma Jaradi, head dental surgeon at Dentzz Dental.

'Perform or make way for others': Kharge's stern message at Cong meet

'Perform or make way for others': Kharge's stern message at Cong meet

Rediff.com4 Dec 2022

Kharge said that while there are very responsible people in the party who were doing their duty, some people had assumed that lack of responsibility will be ignored.

ASK HR GURU: My company doesn't give leave benefits

ASK HR GURU: My company doesn't give leave benefits

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

HR Guru Mayank Rautela offers practical advice.

How the Bangladesh Air Force was born

How the Bangladesh Air Force was born

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

'Overnight, the Chetak had new markings and thereafter flew on the call sign, Echo-Bravo-Romeo.' 'By all accounts, this was the first aircraft of the Bangladesh Air Force.'

'I feel proud and blessed to be her son'

'I feel proud and blessed to be her son'

Rediff.com4 May 2021

Readers tell us why their mom is so special.

Gandhis not backing anyone 'directly or indirectly': Tharoor

Gandhis not backing anyone 'directly or indirectly': Tharoor

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

'In some quarters it has been suggested that there will be an 'official candidate' backed by the leadership but on the contrary, it has been repeatedly stressed by Congress president Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra in my conversations with them over the last two weeks that the Nehru-Gandhi family welcomes these elections'

Feeling tired? 7 Healthy Tips

Feeling tired? 7 Healthy Tips

Rediff.com20 May 2021

Fitness coach Rajvee Gandhi from Fitternity tells you how to fight off sadness, bloating, and lethargy in the dull weather.

HR GURU: 'I have to sack my friend'

HR GURU: 'I have to sack my friend'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

HR Guru Mayank Rautela offers practical advice.

Amla century guides South Africa to victory in Colombo

Amla century guides South Africa to victory in Colombo

Rediff.com6 Jul 2014

Hashim Amla's 13th One-day International century and a clinical performance in the field carried South Africa to a comfortable 75 run victory in the opener of their three-match series against Sri Lanka on Sunday.

The Hottest Jobs for Freshers in India

The Hottest Jobs for Freshers in India

Rediff.com16 Jun 2022

Jobs in HR, administration and recruitment have seen a substantial rise as per Monster data with a 42% growth in job posting activity.

Djokovic keeps Serbia alive as Spain reach ATP Cup semis

Djokovic keeps Serbia alive as Spain reach ATP Cup semis

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

The winners of the Serbia-Germany tie will join Spain, Russia and Italy in the semi-finals.

Vaccine production can't be ramped up overnight: Govt

Vaccine production can't be ramped up overnight: Govt

Rediff.com29 May 2021

"The concrete actions are a stern indication that Government of India is making all out efforts to increase vaccine production in the country as well as attracting foreign vaccine manufacturers to supply the required vaccine doses for national Covid vaccination programme," the ministry in a statement.

Want to Earn Rs 50 lakh a year?

Want to Earn Rs 50 lakh a year?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

With over 1.7 million vacant cloud computing jobs, the future is bright for candidates with the right skills and experience, says Bhavesh Goswami, founder and CEO, CloudThat Technologies.