News for 'Remote Control'

AMAZING! The Class 9 Dropout Who Is Building Helicopters

AMAZING! The Class 9 Dropout Who Is Building Helicopters

Rediff.com17 Feb 2024

'Just because of my background and poor academic qualifications, most people disbelieve what I have done.'

Culprits beware: Drones to watch over Bengaluru's New Year revelry

Culprits beware: Drones to watch over Bengaluru's New Year revelry

Rediff.com31 Dec 2014

Drone aerial cameras are being used by city police for the first time to monitor New Year celebrations in the central business district where a bomb blast killed a woman and injured three others on Sunday.

Delhi's air quality likely to dip, anti-pollution plan kicks in

Delhi's air quality likely to dip, anti-pollution plan kicks in

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Delhi's 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) stood at 248 on Saturday.

Many hurt in car bomb blast near Peshawar school

Many hurt in car bomb blast near Peshawar school

Rediff.com26 Nov 2009

Several persons were injured in a car bomb blast which occurred near a private school in Charsadda area of Peshawar early on Thursday morning.Security officials cordoned off the region and the injured were admitted to various hospitals across the city.Eye-witnesses said the bomb was planted in a car which was parked near the school.The blast, which is believed to have been triggered off by a remote control device, was so powerful that it destroyed several vehicles.

Want a job in Astrophysics?

Want a job in Astrophysics?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2007

The Indian Institute of Astrophysics invites applications for research and software trainees to work with the Himalayan Chandra Telescope Remote Control Station.

Doordarshan all set for impactful Republic Day coverage

Doordarshan all set for impactful Republic Day coverage

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

With 59 cameras, including one fixed on the dome of the Rashtrapati Bhavan, public broadcaster Doordarshan is all set to beam live every bit of action of the Republic Day parade which features a fly-past by 75 aircraft of the Indian Air Force over the iconic Rajpath.

What about Bihar's special status, asks Nitish at dharna

What about Bihar's special status, asks Nitish at dharna

Rediff.com20 Oct 2014

Senior Janata Dal-United leader Nitish Kumar on Monday criticised the Bharatiya Janata Party and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for its false promises.

Hawkish RBI prompts debt mutual funds to reassess 'duration' of schemes

Hawkish RBI prompts debt mutual funds to reassess 'duration' of schemes

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

Debt fund managers are reassessing their strategies after the setback delivered by the Reserve Bank of India recently. While most are refraining from any knee-jerk reaction to the central bank's surprise open market operation (OMO) announcements, they are taking a re-look at the duration of their schemes. Sandeep Yadav, head of fixed income at DSP Mutual Fund, said it has trimmed the duration of some schemes, considering the hawkish stance by the RBI.

When being mean is in

When being mean is in

Rediff.com13 Oct 2008

It's logical, practical and perfectly sane to not desire a rotten tomato in your carefully picked purchase. Unfortunately, Indian television isn't even as smart as doing grocery. It's, in fact, rapidly turning into an evil medium that openly thrives on bitching, provocation and unkindness. The idea is to grab attention of the remote control-bearing viewers at any cost. And with so many channels on the fray, the scenario keeps getting dirtier by the day.

Crack between India and Congress: Manish Tewari

Crack between India and Congress: Manish Tewari

Rediff.com27 Aug 2022

'Strange when people who don't have the capacity to fight a ward poll, were "chaprasis" of Congress leaders give "gyaan" about the party it's laughable'

The king becomes a regent

The king becomes a regent

Rediff.com14 Sep 2004

Five BSF men killed in Tripura

Five BSF men killed in Tripura

Rediff.com3 Jan 2004

The attack took place near the Chaplingcherra border outpost in South Tripura district.

Will you pay Rs 3 lakh for this Sony OLED TV?

Will you pay Rs 3 lakh for this Sony OLED TV?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2018

With image quality that is top-notch coupled with outstanding audio, the smoothness of the Sony Bravia OLED A8F gives quite a satisfying experience, says Aparna Banerjea

Behind the scenes: How hackers take control of your life

Behind the scenes: How hackers take control of your life

Rediff.com19 Mar 2014

They can spy on you through the webcam, and use it to annoy, bully and blackmail you.

Behind the scenes: How hackers take control of your life

Behind the scenes: How hackers take control of your life

Rediff.com19 Mar 2014

They can spy on you through the webcam, and use it to annoy, bully and blackmail you.

Behind the scenes: How hackers take control of your life

Behind the scenes: How hackers take control of your life

Rediff.com19 Mar 2014

They can spy on you through the webcam, and use it to annoy, bully and blackmail you.

India tests pilot-less target aircraft

India tests pilot-less target aircraft

Rediff.com5 Mar 2007

The PTA, developed by the Aeronautical Development Establishment, Bangalore, is designed to perform discreet aerial reconnaissance of battlefield and target acquisition.

How India enhanced its military might in 2023

How India enhanced its military might in 2023

Rediff.com31 Dec 2023

India also went on an overdrive in expanding its military engagement with like-minded countries in its neighbourhood and beyond in the face of China's relentless attempts to become a regional hegemon and establish its primacy in South Asia.

V C Shukla: 'Ajit Jogi's corrupting public life'

V C Shukla: 'Ajit Jogi's corrupting public life'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2003

'Sonia Gandhi has closed her mind as far as Ajit Jogi is concerned,' says rebel Congress leader Vidya Charan Shukla.

Islamic State case: Court sends 10 accused to 12-day NIA custody

Islamic State case: Court sends 10 accused to 12-day NIA custody

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

NIA had sought 15-day custodial interrogation of the accused who were arrested from various parts of the national capital and Uttar Pradesh.

More blasts in Assam

More blasts in Assam

Rediff.com11 Jun 2006

One person was killed in blasts on Saturday. ULFA denies hand in the blasts.

IAF to monitor Delhi sky for drone threats during G20 summit

IAF to monitor Delhi sky for drone threats during G20 summit

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Indian Air Force fighter planes will be on standby to keep a close watch on any suspicious activity in the Delhi sky, including UAVs or drones, as the national capital gets ready to host the G20 summit, a senior official from a department engaged in airport operations said.

Meet the human magnet!

Meet the human magnet!

Rediff.com25 Jan 2017

Nermin Halilagic, 38, from Bosnia and Herzegovina has discovered that he has the unusual ability to attach items to his body using what he says is a special energy radiated from his body.

Why you must buy the new XUV300 AMT Petrol

Why you must buy the new XUV300 AMT Petrol

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

A new user-friendly app to control the beast. Automatic transmission with petrol engine. Electronic sunroof. Plus, of course, the safety elements. Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com on what makes the new XUV300 special.

Leave Amitabh Bachchan alone

Leave Amitabh Bachchan alone

Rediff.com12 May 2008

Surfing for some decent entertainment on the idiot box can be quite a struggle. Like I keep discovering every time I have the remote control all to myself.

China Will Never Get Ladakh!

China Will Never Get Ladakh!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

'It is flabbergasting to think that this heavenly region has, for decades, been coveted by India's aggressive neighbours,' says Claude Arpi after a recent visit to Ladakh. 'Wanting to use the newly created infrastructure to defend the borders after the clash of 2020 with China and the resulting standoffs, the home ministry is keen to boost border tourism to show that these areas are controlled by India.'

13 killed in Pakistan blast

13 killed in Pakistan blast

Rediff.com22 Feb 2008

At least 13 people of a marriage party were killed and 14 injured when a remote-controlled bomb ripped through the vehicle carrying them in northwest Pakistan's troubled Swat region on Friday.

Boat carrying 100kg explosives seized off TN coast

Boat carrying 100kg explosives seized off TN coast

Rediff.com13 Feb 2007

The boat, with a high-power motor, was en route to Talaimannar from Tuticorin late Monday night when a naval patrol vessel intercepted it.

Gadgets so good they're wicked

Gadgets so good they're wicked

Rediff.com19 Nov 2007

How the gadgets that help the bad guys can help you run a software empire, oops, company.

Is the Thomson UD9 smart TV worth Rs 39,999?

Is the Thomson UD9 smart TV worth Rs 39,999?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2018

The screen does the job, the speakers don't.

Drone used to smuggle drugs, weapons crashes into UK prison wall

Drone used to smuggle drugs, weapons crashes into UK prison wall

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

After the operator crashed the remote-controlled aircraft into a jail wall.

Congress supports 'urban Maoists', insults tribals: PM in Chhattisgarh

Congress supports 'urban Maoists', insults tribals: PM in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com9 Nov 2018

The Congress hit back at Modi and accused him of indulging in his 'trademark petty politics' and seeking to hide his 'abject failure and weak-kneed' approach to fighting Naxalism.

Afternoon rain multiplies Delhi's woes amid flood, main roads still inundated

Afternoon rain multiplies Delhi's woes amid flood, main roads still inundated

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Floodwaters of the overflowing Yamuna reached the entrance of the Supreme Court in Central Delhi on Friday as the regulator of the Delhi irrigation and flood control department at Indraprastha suffered damage on Thursday evening.

Attempt to intimidate Indian Muslims

Attempt to intimidate Indian Muslims

Rediff.com18 May 2007

Indian Muslims should refuse to be intimidated by such elements and the government should give them all the protection they need to enable them to resist these jihadi elements

3 blasts rock Egypt resort; 22 killed

3 blasts rock Egypt resort; 22 killed

Rediff.com25 Apr 2006

Initial reports have ruled out the possibility of a suicide bombing.

Five TV shows and counting!

Five TV shows and counting!

Rediff.com1 Apr 2008

After the success of the popular comedy show Sarabhai vs Sarabhai and Kichidi Actor-producer J D Majethia is one happy man. Now he has five shows on television -- Baa Bahu Aur Baby on Star Plus, Ek Packet Umeed and Jayantilal Joshi Ki Joint Family on NDTV Imagine, Remote control on 9X and Chaldi Da Naam Gaddi on Zee TV-- all produced by Hats Off Productions.

Gujarat: Pak man who got Indian citizenship in 2005 held for spying

Gujarat: Pak man who got Indian citizenship in 2005 held for spying

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

ATS has found that Labhshankar Maheshwari, a native of Pakistan who was granted Indian citizenship in 2005, had agreed to be part of the conspiracy to expedite the visa process for him, his wife and two other family members wanting to visit the neighbouring country to meet relatives.

Imphal: BSF jawan killed, four injured in blast

Imphal: BSF jawan killed, four injured in blast

Rediff.com6 Dec 2005

All the injured were rushed to Thoubal district hospital. The area has been cordoned off by the police. Police is combing the area to search for other IEDs by using metal detectors.

Pak: Blast targets music shops

Pak: Blast targets music shops

Rediff.com22 Nov 2007

Militants in NWFP have carried a string of bomb attacks on shops selling music and video CDs, which they say are against Islam and should be banned

Meet The Wildlife Photographer of the Year Winners

Meet The Wildlife Photographer of the Year Winners

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

The results for the People's Choice Award for the Wildlife Photographer Of The Year are in.