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'I hope your son gets coronavirus': Footballer reveals abuse

'I hope your son gets coronavirus': Footballer reveals abuse

Rediff.com28 May 2020

Troy Deeney has declined to take part in the resumption of training, after the stoppage due to the coronavirus pandemic, citing his son's breathing difficulties.

What Raj Kummar and Patralekhaa did in Goa!

What Raj Kummar and Patralekhaa did in Goa!

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

Did the actors embark on an Airbnb influencer junket, we want to know :))

Lesser-known firms set to make a mark in oil and gas sector

Lesser-known firms set to make a mark in oil and gas sector

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

India may soon see a new set of oil barons with lesser-known companies venturing into crude oil and natural gas production. These new kids on the block have come up through a mix of entrepreneurial grit and backing from oil industry veterans. Nippon Power, South Asia Consultancy, PFH (Poddar Family Holdings) Resources and Chennai-based Adbhoot Estates could be the first ones to start production from blocks awarded during the first round of Discovered Small Field (DSF-1) auctions. Adbhoot is in a 50:50 joint venture with the Bombay Stock Exchange-listed Hindustan Oil Exploration Company that has some five oil producing assets and over 10 blocks across the country.

A cow hospital with a cancer ward and ICU

A cow hospital with a cancer ward and ICU

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

India's largest cow hospital provides care for 1,600 cows, bulls, oxen, that are sick, diseased, injured or deformed. With wards for cows with breast cancer, cows that have lost their legs in road accidents, cows that have been operated upon to remove plastic from their bellies, the hospice is a tourist attraction.

India will be in position to vaccinate all adults by year end: Centre

India will be in position to vaccinate all adults by year end: Centre

Rediff.com19 May 2021

Harsh Vardhan said that 51 crore COVID-19 vaccine doses will be made available by July and 216 crore more between August and December.

Meghalaya mine tragedy: Fourth body detected

Meghalaya mine tragedy: Fourth body detected

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

"The fourth body was found at 230ft in general area where the third body was found. It is located about 20 feet away from the pulley cart used to transport the dug-out coal," operation spokesperson R Susngi said.

REWIND: Best of the month -- August

REWIND: Best of the month -- August

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

Here are the images that encapsulated the biggest moments in the month of August.

People's laxity major reason for Covid surge: Vardhan

People's laxity major reason for Covid surge: Vardhan

Rediff.com7 Apr 2021

Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on Tuesday said one of the major reasons for the surge in cases was people becoming lax towards following COVID-appropriate behaviour and urged them take up mass awareness campaigns to re-instill the importance of such measures among the masses.

China shuts down 13 cities as coronavirus death toll climbs to 26

China shuts down 13 cities as coronavirus death toll climbs to 26

Rediff.com24 Jan 2020

By Thursday, 830 confirmed cases of pneumonia, caused by the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), had been reported in 29 provincial-level regions in the country.

CBI summons wife, sister-in-law of Mamata's nephew in coal pilferage case

CBI summons wife, sister-in-law of Mamata's nephew in coal pilferage case

Rediff.com21 Feb 2021

The central probe agency had on Friday carried out a fresh round of searches in connection with the case, they said.

Pirates 2: Stupid, but fun

Pirates 2: Stupid, but fun

Rediff.com21 Jul 2006

Juhi Chawla's 5G suit 'defective', 'filed for publicity': Delhi HC

Juhi Chawla's 5G suit 'defective', 'filed for publicity': Delhi HC

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

The Delhi high court on Wednesday questioned actress-environmentalist Juhi Chawla for directly filing a suit against the setting up of 5G wireless networks in the country without giving any representation to the government on her concerns related to the technology.

2 MLAs, over 50 councillors of TMC join BJP

2 MLAs, over 50 councillors of TMC join BJP

Rediff.com28 May 2019

The TMC likened its MLAs who have joined the BJP to "rats abandoning a ship sensing danger".

Delhi battles to kill rodents before CWG

Delhi battles to kill rodents before CWG

Rediff.com18 Aug 2010

While the anti-corruption watchdogs smell a proverbial rat in the construction works, a veterinary team has been assigned the job of removing the actual rodents from the Commonwealth Games venues by mid-September.

Maharashtra Fever toll 93

Maharashtra Fever toll 93

Rediff.com12 Aug 2005

Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh maintains the situation is under control.

Jagame Thandhiram is an Important Failure

Jagame Thandhiram is an Important Failure

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

Jagame Thandhiram is a failure alright, but it is certainly an interesting one, given that both the ideas that it was borne out (twin seeds, if you may) were sure-shot movie ideas on their own, observes Rohit Sathish Nair.

Soon: A robot controlled by human brain cells!

Soon: A robot controlled by human brain cells!

Rediff.com10 Sep 2009

According to the New Scientist, a team at Reading University, which has already used rat brain cells to steer a simple-wheeled robot, is now trying the same thing with human brain cells. In fact, for the robot with rat brain cells, 300,000 rodent neurons grown in a nutrient broth and producing spikes of electrical activity were connected to output of the robot's distance sensors. The neurons proved capable of steering the robot around a small enclosure.

'Are you happy inside?'

'Are you happy inside?'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

'Talk to yourself.' 'Talk to your nearest ones.' 'The ones who love you are always free for you.'

COVID-19 surge: Centre asks 12 states to increase testing

COVID-19 surge: Centre asks 12 states to increase testing

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

The Centre on Saturday strongly advised 12 states and Union Territories reporting a surge in coronavirus cases to significantly increase testing and ensure people follow COVID-appropriate behaviour, noting that one infected person could spread infection to an average of 406 individuals in a 30-day window without restrictions.

In Pics: The making of India's next supermodel

In Pics: The making of India's next supermodel

Rediff.com17 Dec 2018

Ever wondered what it is like to actually audition for India's biggest model talent hunt?

Human clinical trials for COVID-19 vaccine initiated in India: ICMR

Human clinical trials for COVID-19 vaccine initiated in India: ICMR

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

Since India is one of the largest vaccine producers in the world, it is the country's 'moral responsibility' to fast-track vaccine development process to break the chain of coronavirus transmission, ICMR Director General Dr Balram Bhargava said referring to the two vaccine candidates developed indigenously.

Govt clarifies over ICMR's Aug 15 deadline for Covid vaccine

Govt clarifies over ICMR's Aug 15 deadline for Covid vaccine

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

'Please don't read something which is not there in DG, ICMR's letter. The intent of the letter is only to expedite duly approved clinical trials without compromising on security and safety concerns'

How Alexis-Serena are giving everyone couple goals

How Alexis-Serena are giving everyone couple goals

Rediff.com1 Mar 2018

The power couple is ruling the internet with their mutual love for each other.

Pix: It's the Chinese Year of the Dog

Pix: It's the Chinese Year of the Dog

Rediff.com17 Feb 2018

February 16 marked the start of the Chinese Year of the Dog.

Navy divers detect another body in Meghalaya coal mine

Navy divers detect another body in Meghalaya coal mine

Rediff.com26 Jan 2019

The body has been detected inside the 370-foot-deep coal mine in Meghalaya's East Jaintia Hills district,

10 fascinating books you must read in 2020

10 fascinating books you must read in 2020

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

From sports to history, Rediff reader Sabyasachi Dutta shares a selection of books for you to add to your reading list in 2020.

India approves Oxford's, Bharat Biotech's vaccines for emergency use

India approves Oxford's, Bharat Biotech's vaccines for emergency use

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

The approval by the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) was given on the basis of recommendations submitted by a COVID-19 subject expert committee (SEC) of the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).

Commodities: A preview of 2008

Commodities: A preview of 2008

Rediff.com3 Jan 2008

2008 is the year of the rat. The Chinese Zodiac says the year of the rat will be volatile for commodities and equities. However 2008 is the year of the Earth Rat, which is prosperous for the earth and metal industries.

Ratan Tata, most active angel investor with 14 start-ups

Ratan Tata, most active angel investor with 14 start-ups

Rediff.com13 Jul 2016

Ratan Tata invested about $299,000 during the first six months of 2016.

PIX: Madonna mingles with Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney

PIX: Madonna mingles with Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney

Rediff.com16 Sep 2016

A look at the guests at the premiere.

Why is this cover making the Internet uncomfortable?

Why is this cover making the Internet uncomfortable?

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Pharrell Williams teamed up for the first time for a mag cover.

Anushka, Rani, Kareena: BEST films of Bollywood's top actresses

Anushka, Rani, Kareena: BEST films of Bollywood's top actresses

Rediff.com20 Aug 2014

Here's looking at the finest films of these ladies.

5 success lessons from her latest film

5 success lessons from her latest film

Rediff.com31 Jul 2014

Follow these cues and chase your dreams.

The most stunning scenes from nature

The most stunning scenes from nature

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

Wheeling round, a look of utter shock on its face, a marmot jumps in fright after a young fox sneaks up behind it. The split-second encounter between prey and predator -- called the Moment -- has won the man who captured it the title of Wildlife Photographer of the Year. He was chosen from a longlist of various category winners, all of whom managed to record the oddities, rivalries and beauty of the natural world. Scroll down for some of the winners.

Indian shares post biggest single-day gain in nearly a month

Indian shares post biggest single-day gain in nearly a month

Rediff.com20 Dec 2013

BSE Oil & Gas, Realty, Auto, Power, Bankex and IT surged between 1-2%.

Why Man United is vary of Leicester's Vardy

Why Man United is vary of Leicester's Vardy

Rediff.com22 Dec 2017

Manchester United defender Chris Smalling is wary of the threat posed by Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy but is looking forward to the challenge of keeping the speed merchant in check on Saturday.

The Hottest Sporting Buzz is here!

The Hottest Sporting Buzz is here!

Rediff.com14 Apr 2014

Rediff.com brings you the buzz around celebrity sportspersons and their glamorous lives!

Bollywood's torture tactics!

Bollywood's torture tactics!

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

Sukanya Verma offers some diversion in in the form of Bollywood's typical torture tactics.

The firefighter who catches snakes with his bare hands

The firefighter who catches snakes with his bare hands

Rediff.com27 Aug 2019

Thai firefighter Pinyo Pukpinyo is known as one of the most daring snake wranglers in Bangkok. The 50-year-old, a firefighter by day, has caught about 10,000 snakes during the 16 years he has performed this dangerous task.

Meet the Indian techies who sold their firm to Apple

Meet the Indian techies who sold their firm to Apple

Rediff.com6 Dec 2013

In one clean sweep, the deal catapulted the co-founders of the US-based company into the league of successful Indian-American tech entrepreneurs, making yet another pair of new faces of India's software talent.