News for 'Rutgers University'

US registers record day toll of 2,129; total at 25,000

US registers record day toll of 2,129; total at 25,000

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

A record number of 2,129 of Americans died in one single day, the previous highest being 2,074 on April 10. New York has become the epicentre of the country's outbreak with 2,03,020 confirmed cases and 10,842 deaths so far.

The reason why you keep forgetting passwords

The reason why you keep forgetting passwords

Rediff.com9 Sep 2018

The answer lies in how your memory works over time.

Last moments of Indian-origin hiker killed by a bear

Last moments of Indian-origin hiker killed by a bear

Rediff.com27 Nov 2014

An Indian-origin student, who was killed by a bear while hiking in New Jersey, snapped photos of the 160-kilogram beast before it mauled him to death.

Why diabetics should check their blood pressure

Why diabetics should check their blood pressure

Rediff.com28 Oct 2018

It may help prevent organ damage.

Kara McCoullough, a scientist is Miss USA 2017

Kara McCoullough, a scientist is Miss USA 2017

Rediff.com15 May 2017

The 25-year-old from the District of Columbia is 'the most intelligent contestant in recent memory'!

COVID-19: Kids face greater risk than previously thought, says study

COVID-19: Kids face greater risk than previously thought, says study

Rediff.com12 May 2020

According to the study, published in JAMA Pediatrics, children are more likely to get very sick if they have other chronic conditions like obesity. "It is also important to note that children without chronic illness are also at risk. Parents need to continue to take the virus seriously," said coauthor of the study.

'We're celebrating Modi becoming prime minister'

'We're celebrating Modi becoming prime minister'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

'Americans understand India as an emerging superpower, they do not understand that we'd already arrived.' Indian-American actor Akshay Kapoor, on what to expect at New York's Madison Square Garden on Sunday.

Engineer by degree, singer by passion

Engineer by degree, singer by passion

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

Flautist, singer and composer Rasika Shekar talks about her interesting musical journey.

Earth just experienced the hottest May in history

Earth just experienced the hottest May in history

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

The record temperatures in May were accompanied by other extreme events, including very heavy precipitation in parts of Europe and the southern US, and widespread and severe coral reef bleaching.

Obama slams Trump's views on Muslims & Mexico border

Obama slams Trump's views on Muslims & Mexico border

Rediff.com16 May 2016

President Barack Obama has taken a swipe at presumptive Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's plans to ban Muslims from entering America and build walls between the United States and other nations, saying the biggest challenges cannot be solved in isolation.

My son is innocent, says father of terror accused Aakash Dalal

My son is innocent, says father of terror accused Aakash Dalal

Rediff.com2 Jan 2014

The Dalals, whose son faces 30 years in prison if found guilty of masterminding domestic terror acts, have decided to take their case to the Indian-American community.

NSA spied on 5 Muslim-Americans including Indian-American

NSA spied on 5 Muslim-Americans including Indian-American

Rediff.com10 Jul 2014

The US National Security Agency and the Federal Bureau of Investigation spied on five prominent Muslim-American activists, including an Indian-origin attorney, according to the leaked documents which showed use of objectionable religious slurs against these individuals.

19 must-have Android smartphone apps

19 must-have Android smartphone apps

Rediff.com8 Aug 2011

Get Ahead reader Kartheek Pathuri lists out 19 must-have Android apps for your smartphone in response to our reader invite.

5 reasons why WebOS doesn't make the cut

5 reasons why WebOS doesn't make the cut

Rediff.com6 Sep 2011

Sure, there is tremendous potential in WebOS. In fact, its SDK is rated as one of the best platforms to develop for, on par with iOS SDK. Yet, most WebOS devices are still sitting in stores waiting for consumers to grab them. here are 5 reasons why WebOS could not make it...

The quiet decline of anti-incumbency

The quiet decline of anti-incumbency

Rediff.com3 Mar 2015

The last 25 years of Indian democracy have shown that anti-incumbency in state elections is on the decline. This is a positive trend because continuous terms will allow political parties to look beyond single-term policies and focus on long-term development, says Richard M Rossow.

13 motivational quotes for a super-successful 2016

13 motivational quotes for a super-successful 2016

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

Presenting words of wisdom from inspiring speeches from personalities across sectors that will lead you to a positive path in 2016.

'What is the procedure to apply for TOEFL?'

'What is the procedure to apply for TOEFL?'

Rediff.com26 May 2015

In an online chat, overseas education consultant NNS Chandra shared career advice with readers.

No court relief for Indian held in synagogue bombing case in US

No court relief for Indian held in synagogue bombing case in US

Rediff.com19 Feb 2014

On Tuesday, a judge in the US denied a request by Aakash Dalal's attorney to have his trial sent to another district and conducted under a different judge since the adverse publicity the case had gathered in the present court area in the Bergen county of New Jersey. Arthur J Pais reports.

Bearded men are more likely to cheat: Women, please note!

Bearded men are more likely to cheat: Women, please note!

Rediff.com30 Oct 2015

According to a study, men with facial hair are more likely to cheat on their partners and get into fights than clean shaven men.

Geneticist Raj Barathur passes into the ages

Geneticist Raj Barathur passes into the ages

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

Raj Barathur -- Indian American entrepreneur, geneticist, professor and biopharmaceutical industry leader -- stayed the course even when diagnosed with lung cancer

Amartya Sen, Home in the World

Amartya Sen, Home in the World

Rediff.com11 Aug 2021

Amartyada, says Omkar Goswami, thank you for being the humane, caring and socially concerned economist that you are.

The rise and mighty fall of Rana Kapoor

The rise and mighty fall of Rana Kapoor

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

'What made him different was that he was not a banker at all by temperament.' 'He was a businessman, a typical lalaji at that.' 'He had to win at any cost.'

Neal Kwatra to head New York governor's re-election campaign

Neal Kwatra to head New York governor's re-election campaign

Rediff.com7 May 2014

On November 2, 2010, in his acceptance speech on being elected Governor of New York, Andrew Cuomo declared, 'We got such fantastic help from our brothers and sisters in the labour movement,' and then rattled off half-a-dozen names, including that of labour union activist Neal Kwatra.

Rana Kapoor: Banker gone Rogue

Rana Kapoor: Banker gone Rogue

Rediff.com9 Jan 2021

'The book captures Rana Kapoor's hunger for real estate leading to bungalows in Delhi, Mumbai, London and other cities; the multiple companies -- over 100 -- to fund his family's various ventures; the attempt to game the system by showing lower non-performing assets,' notes Joydeep Ghosh.

What are the best options for MBA abroad?

What are the best options for MBA abroad?

Rediff.com7 May 2016

Overseas education consultant NNS Chandra offers advice.

'A new reality is forcing its way into our lives'

'A new reality is forcing its way into our lives'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

'From India to Indiana, there has always been a sense of hope, optimism, and goodness.'

The desi genetic engineer and his fine crop of mustard

The desi genetic engineer and his fine crop of mustard

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

GM is already in our food chain for years. The approval for indigenous GM mustard should put fake fear-mongering to rest, says Shekhar Gupta

Samsung ordered to pay $120 million to Apple

Samsung ordered to pay $120 million to Apple

Rediff.com3 May 2014

Jury finds that Samsung had infringed two Apple patents

« Prev  |