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PICS: Off ramp beauties

PICS: Off ramp beauties

Rediff.com27 Aug 2016

They have their unique style mantras and an attitude to go with them.

Why this 50-yr-old makes India proud

Why this 50-yr-old makes India proud

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

Raju Dabhade is the creator of the game of roll ball that will see its third World Championship in December, 2015, in Pune.

'It is my love for the people of this country'

'It is my love for the people of this country'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

'I can't help it if people don't love the minorities, the Dalits and Adivasis; they are as much of this country as any other Indian.' 'If I love them, it does not mean I do not love my country.' 'It is ironic and funny that they have laid such severe anti-national charges against me.'

How India plans to improve global university rankings

How India plans to improve global university rankings

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

Government gives 60 institutes freedom to fix courses, collaborate with foreign peers.

This couple is building mud homes that save 50% water

This couple is building mud homes that save 50% water

Rediff.com9 May 2019

Pune architects Dhruvang Hingmire and Priyanka Gunjikar are building houses out of mud and stone, employing local artists and contributing to the village economy.

Online classifieds: The next big thing on the Net

Online classifieds: The next big thing on the Net

Rediff.com22 Aug 2011

If you are looking for a free and effective way to get rid of used merchandise, this is the perfect platform to reach out to interested buyers/sellers beyond your circle of friends.

Woman suicide bomber might strike on R-Day in Kashmir: Intel inputs

Woman suicide bomber might strike on R-Day in Kashmir: Intel inputs

Rediff.com25 Jan 2018

The suspect is believed to have already arrived in the valley.

Javadekar's hard work pays off, elevated to Cabinet rank

Javadekar's hard work pays off, elevated to Cabinet rank

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

It has been a turnaround for Javadekar, who was earlier stripped of the charge of two key departments of Information and Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs as a minister of state.

'Look at numbers objectively before damaging Maharashtra's reputation'

'Look at numbers objectively before damaging Maharashtra's reputation'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

'Maharashtra has 34,000 active cases, of which 24,000 are asymptomatic, and hence need no medicines but are under quarantine.' '9,500 cases are showing mild to severe symptoms.' 'While 1,200 are seriously ill, only 200 of them are on ventilator support.' 'Let those claiming that the situation in the state has gone out of control, look at these numbers objectively before damaging the state's reputation for political gains.'

I would love to play IPL for a few more years: Ganguly

I would love to play IPL for a few more years: Ganguly

Rediff.com6 Jun 2011

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Sunday said he wants to play in the Indian Premier League for a few more years before looking at other cricketing assignments.

Om Puri, acting legend, passes away

Om Puri, acting legend, passes away

Rediff.com6 Jan 2017

He was 66.

60% women lost jobs in the lockdown

60% women lost jobs in the lockdown

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

With longer work hours and a work from home set-up during the COVID-19 pandemic, women bore the maximum brunt by performing a dual role as a working professional as well as a caregiver.

How to improve your chances of getting hired

How to improve your chances of getting hired

Rediff.com21 Apr 2011

In an online chat with Get Ahead readers on April 20 career counsellor Amit Bansal discussed how young students and fresh grads can improve their employability quotient. Here's the unedited chat transcrip.

Saare jahan se achcha

Saare jahan se achcha

Rediff.com1 Jul 2004

Suddenly, the students began to stand to attention. This spontaneous act surprised the professor.

Air India to fly non-stop Delhi-San Francisco from Dec 2

Air India to fly non-stop Delhi-San Francisco from Dec 2

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the launch of the new flight at the SAP center cheering up thousands of Indians.

How to stay calm in times of COVID-19

How to stay calm in times of COVID-19

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

Every psychiatrist and psychologist Rediff.com spoke to said one thing: Avoid news channels and social media.

B-school review: Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies

B-school review: Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies

Rediff.com19 Feb 2010

The institute offers an NAAC-accredited MBA for dependents of army personnel, industry-sponsored students.

COVID-19: Curbs put in 2 Maha districts, mutations found

COVID-19: Curbs put in 2 Maha districts, mutations found

Rediff.com18 Feb 2021

Researchers have found two new mutations in coronavirus samples from Amravati and Yavatmal districts of eastern Maharashtra which can escape neutralising antibodies, a senior official said on Thrusday. Meanwhile, authorities in the two districts have announced strict implementation of restrictions, including a weekend lockdown in Amravati, to stem the rising cases of COVID-19.

'Vaccine Must Go To Older People First'

'Vaccine Must Go To Older People First'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

'At the current time, we should be vaccinating all those who are potentially going to get more severe illness, before we start vaccinating very young individuals.'

'BJP hasn't given up its Brahminical vision for India'

'BJP hasn't given up its Brahminical vision for India'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2018

'The Constitution, which talks about democracy and equality, is something that will be applied in this country, and not Manusmriti in which the RSS believes.'

With coronavirus still around, 'virus killers' hit the market

With coronavirus still around, 'virus killers' hit the market

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

A gamechanger for offices and factories, Shycocan, claims to be able to clear an area of 1000 square feet from coronavirus.

Indian scientists discover 'Saraswati' -- a supercluster of galaxies

Indian scientists discover 'Saraswati' -- a supercluster of galaxies

Rediff.com14 Jul 2017

This is one of the largest known structures in the neighbourhood of the universe, 4,000 million light-years away from Earth and roughly more than 10 billion years old, IUCAA said.

Meet India's best known teacher

Meet India's best known teacher

Rediff.com18 May 2019

'Kids like something when it is interesting, focused, and offers scope for self-exploration.' 'We teach them how to learn, not force them,' Byju Raveendran tells Bibhu Ranjan Mishra.

If you protest, they call you anti-national: Rahul @ FTII

If you protest, they call you anti-national: Rahul @ FTII

Rediff.com31 Jul 2015

Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi told protesting Film and Television Institute of India students in Pune on Friday that the National Democratic Alliance regime is trying to undermine the institution.

Chikki scam: Bombay HC sends notice to Pankaja Munde, govt

Chikki scam: Bombay HC sends notice to Pankaja Munde, govt

Rediff.com16 Jul 2015

Munde, the Women and Child Development minister, has been accused of irregularities in procurement of items worth Rs 206 crore including chikki.

Satyapal Singh -- tough cop becomes minister

Satyapal Singh -- tough cop becomes minister

Rediff.com3 Sep 2017

The 61-year-old former top cop from Mumbai changed professions after listening to his 'inner voice'.

China's Ola of bicycles pedals into India

China's Ola of bicycles pedals into India

Rediff.com16 Jan 2018

Chinese bicycle sharing giant Ofo launches service in seven Indian cities.

PM announces health IDs for all under new mission

PM announces health IDs for all under new mission

Rediff.com15 Aug 2020

The health ID will contain information about medical data, prescriptions and diagnostic reports and summaries of previous discharge from hospitals for ailments. The mission is expected to bring efficiency and transparency in healthcare services in the country.

Attending a party? Don't end up in jail

Attending a party? Don't end up in jail

Rediff.com3 Aug 2010

The next time you attend a party to shake a leg, you may want to ensure beforehand that your hands are not jingling inside handcuffs before the night is through.

'People called Amitabh 'camel''

'People called Amitabh 'camel''

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

'Not many know I am a Rajput from Jodhpur.' 'My ancestors shifted to Kolhapur as my great grandfather and grandfather were both engineers.' 'They were called by Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj to build the city of Kolhapur.'

Diwali destinations: Hiking trails and tranquil lakes

Diwali destinations: Hiking trails and tranquil lakes

Rediff.com15 Oct 2009

Readers send in their Diwali getaways. Share yours!

German bakery blast toll rises to 17

German bakery blast toll rises to 17

Rediff.com27 Feb 2010

Aditi Jindal from Chandigarh was undergoing treatment in the Inlaks and Budhrani hospital, sources added.

London doctor offers Rs 10 lakh for hockey players

London doctor offers Rs 10 lakh for hockey players

Rediff.com13 Jan 2010

Pained by the turmoil in Indian hockey, an Indian doctor in London has offered Rs 10 lakh for the players who are staying away from the World Cup preparatory camp in Pune in protest against non-payment of their dues and incentives. Olympian and former chief coach Joaquim Carvalho said Dr James Leitao, a former student of Mumbai's Grand Medical College, has offered to help.

2 Kashmiris test positive for swine flu

2 Kashmiris test positive for swine flu

Rediff.com15 Aug 2009

Kashmir reported it's first swine flu case with two persons testing positive for the pandemic flu on Friday. The two persons, a Kashmiri businessman and a student had returned home in Srinagar from New Delhi and Pune respectively and developed the symptoms of the disease on August 12.

Admissions open at Amity Indian Military College

Admissions open at Amity Indian Military College

Rediff.com3 Mar 2009

The Amity Indian Military College opens admissions to students of Class VIII and IX.

'My father, a bhel seller, believed his son could become a CA'

'My father, a bhel seller, believed his son could become a CA'

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

Mahesh Londhe, son of a Pune bhel vendor cleared CA in first attempt. Londhe, who was sponsored by Thermax CEO MS Unnikrishnan, now wants to take up a corporate job in a manufacturing firm

'We waste water in the most trivial ways'

'We waste water in the most trivial ways'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

'You can have a bath in just one bucket of water.' 'When you are brushing your teeth, remember to turn off the tap.' 'You don't have to wash your car every day.'

Kerala declares coronavirus 'state calamity'; GoM meet held

Kerala declares coronavirus 'state calamity'; GoM meet held

Rediff.com3 Feb 2020

State Health Minister K K Shailaja told reporters that the government has declared the epidemic as a 'state calamity' to take all necessary steps to ensure that the outbreak is effectively controlled. A medical bulletin issued by the government said the health status of all the three students, who tested positive for the virus, was 'satisfactory'.

Want original thinkers? Discourage rote learning, says AICTE chairman

Want original thinkers? Discourage rote learning, says AICTE chairman

Rediff.com3 May 2018

"The need of the hour in Indian education system is to create the awareness around academic integrity" said Prof Anil Sahasrabudhe, chairman, All India Council for Technical Education.