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Flash floods create havoc in Tripura, 2 dead

Flash floods create havoc in Tripura, 2 dead

Rediff.com21 May 2018

The government has announced an interim relief of Rs 1 lakh for the next of kin of the deceased.

FTX Failure: Lessons To Be Learnt

FTX Failure: Lessons To Be Learnt

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

Damage from new shenanigans can be contained if regulators move quickly when something does not smell right, counsels Debashis Basu.

Pak drone spotted by BSF near Gurdaspur border

Pak drone spotted by BSF near Gurdaspur border

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

Soon after the incident, a senior BSF official said that an alert was issued and a search operation was conducted near Dera Baba Nanak (DBN) check post.

CRPF red flags MHA on Ambani's VIP security

CRPF red flags MHA on Ambani's VIP security

Rediff.com19 May 2013

The Central Reserve Police Force, which recently took over the duties of guarding RIL chairman Mukesh Ambani, has raised concerns in ensuring a 'fool proof' Z category security to the business tycoon in the absence of local logistical support to its squad.

'This is the only Megalithic cave with an altar'

'This is the only Megalithic cave with an altar'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

'The Megalithic period had a significant feature. Their pottery uses black and red clay.' 'Another identifying feature is that all Megalithic burial sites are oriented towards the east.'

Heatwave broils Delhi, mercury hits 47 deg C in some parts

Heatwave broils Delhi, mercury hits 47 deg C in some parts

Rediff.com14 May 2022

The India Meteorological Department has issued an 'orange' alert.

How Abhilash Tomy was rescued

How Abhilash Tomy was rescued

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

'Although he was bed ridden most of the time he was in the vessel and unable to move on the upper deck, his condition is stable.'

'India among top countries in illegal wildlife trade'

'India among top countries in illegal wildlife trade'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2022

'With just 2.4 per cent of global landmass, India houses six to eight per cent of planetary biodiversity and hence is a prime target of wildlife criminals.'

120 kmph winds, heavy rains: What Nisarga has in store

120 kmph winds, heavy rains: What Nisarga has in store

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

The storm is likely to impact Mumbai, Thane and other coastal districts of Maharashtra like Raigad and Palghar along with Valsad, Navsari, Surat, Bhavnagar and Bharuch districts of Gujarat and Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. Preparations for the impending cyclone were discussed at a meeting of the National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC), headed by Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba, a home ministry statement said.

Intense cold conditions forecast over next few days

Intense cold conditions forecast over next few days

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

The minimum temperatures are very likely to fall by 2-5 degrees Celsius over most parts of East India, Central India over the next two-three days, while the spell of intense cold can extend beyond that in the Northwest part of the country.

Trend Alert - Super Peppy Palazzo Pants

Trend Alert - Super Peppy Palazzo Pants

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

Trend Alert - Super Peppy Palazzo Pants

Delhi: Heatwave to peak today before easing

Delhi: Heatwave to peak today before easing

Rediff.com15 May 2022

The maximum temperature at the Safdarjung Observatory, Delhi's base station, is likely to rise to 45 degrees Celsius.

Brief let-up in rains in Kerala, death toll now 37

Brief let-up in rains in Kerala, death toll now 37

Rediff.com11 Aug 2018

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who undertook an aerial survey of rain ravaged areas of Idukki and Wayanad, said Kerala was in the midst of an unprecedented flood havoc and the calamity has caused "immeasurable misery and devastation."

Pak claims 2 Indian aircraft shot down, 2 pilots in custody

Pak claims 2 Indian aircraft shot down, 2 pilots in custody

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

One pilot is injured and has been shifted to a hospital, while another one is unhurt, the spokesman said.

GLAM ALERT: Deepika, Shahid, Evelyn shine at GQ awards

GLAM ALERT: Deepika, Shahid, Evelyn shine at GQ awards

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

A peek at Mumbai's most glamorous awards night of the year...

Maradona has a hand in turning Messi into set-piece maestro

Maradona has a hand in turning Messi into set-piece maestro

Rediff.com6 Mar 2018

Barcelona talisman has become just as dangerous from dead ball situations too

31% candidates in phase 3 have criminal cases: ADR

31% candidates in phase 3 have criminal cases: ADR

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

According to the report, 32 (73 per cent) out of 44 candidates analysed from the Rashtriya Janata Dal have declared criminal cases against themselves and 22 (50 per cent) of them have declared serious criminal cases against themselves in their affidavits.

Monsoon fury: 169 dead as rains batter south India, Maharashtra

Monsoon fury: 169 dead as rains batter south India, Maharashtra

Rediff.com12 Aug 2019

The flooding in Kerala, Karnataka and Maharashtra has left people without homes and brought about destruction worth crores.

Switzerland may tighten anti-money laundering rules

Switzerland may tighten anti-money laundering rules

Rediff.com19 Jun 2015

Switzerland may tighten its anti-money laundering laws after a report by a government-appointed group found the country was still subject to financial crime.

Sensex tanks 807 pts as coronavirus alarm spreads

Sensex tanks 807 pts as coronavirus alarm spreads

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

All Sensex components ended in the red, with Tata Steel cracking 6.39 per cent, followed by ONGC, Maruti, Titan, ICICI Bank, HDFC and Bharti Airtel.

Bangladesh hangs ex-Army officer for Sheikh Mujib's assassination

Bangladesh hangs ex-Army officer for Sheikh Mujib's assassination

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

Former captain Abdul Majed was hanged for his involvement in the 1975 coup in which the country's founder Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was assassinated, nearly four-and-a-half decades after the high profile massacre.

Death toll in landslide in Idukki rises to 43

Death toll in landslide in Idukki rises to 43

Rediff.com9 Aug 2020

The picturesque landscape of Pettimudi was flattened into a rough patch of boulders and mud with parts of asbestos and tin sheets seen scattered around.

Modi in Moscow: PM gets red carpet welcome

Modi in Moscow: PM gets red carpet welcome

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

During his two day visit, Modi is expected to seal a raft of major deals in defence, nuclear energy and hydrocarbons sectors to further cement their 'special and privileged strategic ties'.

Delhi violence: Lookout notices issued against farmer leaders

Delhi violence: Lookout notices issued against farmer leaders

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

It also asked the farmer leaders to submit their response within three days, explaining why legal action should not be taken against them as they did not follow conditions set for the parade.

Pakistan suspects 'foreign hand' in Wagah attack

Pakistan suspects 'foreign hand' in Wagah attack

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

Pakistan's Punjab government has said that the involvement of a "foreign hand" could not be ruled out in the Wagah Border suicide bombing, even after three homegrown militant factions separately claimed responsibility for the attack that killed at least 61 people.

FA Cup: Liverpool in final after win over Manchester City

FA Cup: Liverpool in final after win over Manchester City

Rediff.com17 Apr 2022

Juergen Klopp's side will meet the winners of Sunday's other semi-final between Chelsea and Crystal Palace in the May 14th final

IMD predicts 'heavy to very heavy' rains in parts of north India

IMD predicts 'heavy to very heavy' rains in parts of north India

Rediff.com11 Jul 2021

The IMD had said the Southwest Monsoon would hit parts of north India including Delhi on July 10, but it had not occurred till Sunday evening.

15% candidates face criminal charges in phase 1 of Gujarat polls

15% candidates face criminal charges in phase 1 of Gujarat polls

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

Of the 137 candidates having criminal records, 78 candidates are facing serious cases such as murder, attempt to murder, kidnapping and rape.

How BCCI plans to stop fixing, betting during IPL...

How BCCI plans to stop fixing, betting during IPL...

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has tied up with UK-based company Sportradar, which will offer its "integrity services" to prevent match-fixing, betting and other corrupt practices during the upcoming IPL through its Fraud Detection Services (FDS).

15 killed in landslide; over 50 missing as rains pound Kerala

15 killed in landslide; over 50 missing as rains pound Kerala

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

The incident is said to have occurred in the wee hours when a huge mound of earth fell on the 'row houses' and two children and five women were among the deceased, most of whom were plantation workers from neighbouring Tamil Nadu.

Maha, Guj hunker down as Cyclone Nisarga to make landfall today

Maha, Guj hunker down as Cyclone Nisarga to make landfall today

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

The two western states, already battling a raging pandemic, which has put their health infrastructure under severe strain, opened new fronts to tackle the fallout of the storm which is expected to make a landfall close to Mumbai on Wednesday. They are likely to be impacted most by the cyclone.

10 Signs Your Mental Health Is At Risk

10 Signs Your Mental Health Is At Risk

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

Not being able to control outcomes and manage our own expectations leads to stress and anxiety which further leads to sadness and disappointment and worse case, depression.

6 dead in violence across UP during CAA protests

6 dead in violence across UP during CAA protests

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

Director General of Police O P Singh said that two people lost their lives in Bijnor and one each in Meerut, Sambhal and Firozabad. But officials reported a death in Kanpur as well.

What To Check Before Studying Abroad

What To Check Before Studying Abroad

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

While most universities and colleges are genuine about what they offer, applicants need to verify the claims to check for authenticity and red flags if any, alerts Piyush Kumar, regional director, (South Asia), IDP Education, an overseas education consultancy.

Russia, Ukraine clash in UNGA's rare emergency session on escalating crisis

Russia, Ukraine clash in UNGA's rare emergency session on escalating crisis

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

With the adoption of the UNSC resolution on Sunday, it was for the first time in 40 years that the council decided to call for an emergency special session in the General Assembly.

India overtakes China's air pollution levels: Greenpeace

India overtakes China's air pollution levels: Greenpeace

Rediff.com23 Feb 2016

In India, the pollution levels are highest in the north.

Sensex, Nifty edge down on profit-booking in banking, metal stocks

Sensex, Nifty edge down on profit-booking in banking, metal stocks

Rediff.com29 Dec 2021

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty retreated from over one-week highs to close lower on Wednesday due to profit booking in banking, IT and metal stocks amid weak global trends. After a two-day rally, the 30-share BSE Sensex dropped by 90.99 points or 0.16 per cent to settle at 57,806.49 in volatile trade. As many as 19 of its constituents declined while 11 advanced. The broader Nifty slipped by 19.65 points or 0.11 per cent to close at 17,213.60 with 31 of its stocks ending in the red.

'We haven't heard the last about Omicron'

'We haven't heard the last about Omicron'

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

'Your body will be able to deal with Omicron at any time, but it depends (on when) if you are vaccinated.'

Nitesh Rane under fire over 'Gujjus go back to Gujarat' comment

Nitesh Rane under fire over 'Gujjus go back to Gujarat' comment

Rediff.com3 Aug 2013

Under fire over his remarks about Gujaratis living in Mumbai, Swabhimaan Sanghatana chief Nitesh Rane today said his statement was not against all Gujaratis, but directed at only those amongst them who felt that Gujarat under Narendra Modi was doing better than Maharashtra.

Trend Alert: Pastel Colours Replacing Neon Colours

Trend Alert: Pastel Colours Replacing Neon Colours

Rediff.com16 Sep 2014

Trend Alert: Pastel Colours Replacing Neon Colours