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Recipes: Berry Cups, Walnut Bars, S'mores

Recipes: Berry Cups, Walnut Bars, S'mores

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

Celebrate World Chocolate Day with three exciting recipes from Chef Sabyasachi Gorai's kitty.

How I Solved The Bomb Blasts Case

How I Solved The Bomb Blasts Case

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

'We first collected samples from all the bomb blast sites.' 'We had to find what was common among them.'

Previous infection doesn't protect kids from Omicron: Study

Previous infection doesn't protect kids from Omicron: Study

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Children who previously had COVID-19 or the inflammatory condition MIS-C are not protected against the Omicron variant of coronavirus, according to a study which found vaccination, however, does afford protection.

CAs, bankers in a rush to pass insolvency exam

CAs, bankers in a rush to pass insolvency exam

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

Test on lines of IIT-JEE

How India Saved More Than 100,000 Lives

How India Saved More Than 100,000 Lives

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

The vaccination drive was only one important part of India's globally recognised pandemic management and response strategy, observes Dr Vinod K Paul.

Distinct trait found in coronavirus in India

Distinct trait found in coronavirus in India

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

They have named this unique cluster of virus population as 'Clade A3i' found in 41 per cent of the genome sequenced in India.

Snack Recipes: French Fries Three Ways

Snack Recipes: French Fries Three Ways

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

There are several more innovative ways to eat fries.

Omicron scare: 1000 from Africa arrive in Mumbai in last 15 days

Omicron scare: 1000 from Africa arrive in Mumbai in last 15 days

Rediff.com30 Nov 2021

The World Health Organisation on Monday warned that the global risk from the Omicron variant is "very high" based on early evidence, saying the mutated coronavirus could lead to surges with "severe consequences."

How foreign media covered Chandrayaan-3 landing

How foreign media covered Chandrayaan-3 landing

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

From The New York Times to BBC and The Guardian to The Washington Post, the historic event in India's space programme on Wednesday made headlines across the globe.

Higher Omicron infection risk despite full vax: Study

Higher Omicron infection risk despite full vax: Study

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

Two doses of Pfizer and AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines generate lower levels of antibodies against the Omicron variant of coronavirus, according to a study which suggests that those previously infected or vaccinated may be at an increased risk of infection.

In Modi's Amritkal, Worrying Decline Of Economy

In Modi's Amritkal, Worrying Decline Of Economy

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

NITI Aayog has not said what the reasons were for having achieved or not having achieved what was sought to be achieved, or what lessons can be learned for the future, points out Aakar Patel.

Delta variant counted for 60% of Delhi cases in April: Study

Delta variant counted for 60% of Delhi cases in April: Study

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

The rapid surge in cases during Delhi's fourth COVID-19 wave was mainly driven by the Delta variant, which likely has immune-evasion properties and counted for 60 per cent of the cases in April, according to a new study.

Covid originated in animals at Wuhan market and spread to humans: Studies

Covid originated in animals at Wuhan market and spread to humans: Studies

Rediff.com28 Feb 2022

The first study used spatial analysis to show that the earliest known COVID-19 cases, diagnosed in December 2019, were centered on the Wuhan market.

PHOTOS: Bendable phones, foldable screens and digital paper

PHOTOS: Bendable phones, foldable screens and digital paper

Rediff.com8 Nov 2011

Appreciate the fact that you are living through a great age for technology. Who knows where we'll be in ten, twenty, or even fifty years from now?

'No word if Census will happen in 2024'

'No word if Census will happen in 2024'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

'A delay of two years has happened, but stretching it to 2024 is a bit too far.' 'And we do not know about 2024 also.'

How to prepare for IIT-JEE Main 2019

How to prepare for IIT-JEE Main 2019

Rediff.com14 Aug 2018

The first attempt of JEE Main 2019 will be conducted from January 6 to 20, 2019.

How to crack JEE Main 2018: Last-minute preparation tips

How to crack JEE Main 2018: Last-minute preparation tips

Rediff.com29 Mar 2018

All toppers and experts recommend this.

Grandma's Recipe: Ammaji's Mahi Bhindi

Grandma's Recipe: Ammaji's Mahi Bhindi

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

This recipe, handed down from my grandmother, marries a yoghurt gravy with okra or bhindi.

Kanjhawala accident: Police quizzes 7 men who partied with victim, friend

Kanjhawala accident: Police quizzes 7 men who partied with victim, friend

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

A post-mortem report stated that Singh had sustained 40 injuries over her body due to the drag. Her "brain matter" is missing and she had multiple contusions, abrasions and lacerations, the doctors found.

Recipe: Chocolate Granola Golgappa

Recipe: Chocolate Granola Golgappa

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

Don't like your golgappas savoury? Try this sweet version!

Second round of sero survey begins in Mumbai

Second round of sero survey begins in Mumbai

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

The study will provide information about the spread of the infection and also throw light on herd immunity.

How 'Feluda' will detect COVID-19 in minutes

How 'Feluda' will detect COVID-19 in minutes

Rediff.com5 May 2020

'This health emergency has brought a lot of people together with the common purpose of getting Feluda to play detective as quickly as possible.' 'As a scientist, if we can make a small difference in people's lives, we are happy'

RBI Norms Don't Tackle Illegal Apps Menace

RBI Norms Don't Tackle Illegal Apps Menace

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

Of the 2,562 customer complaints received between January 2020 and March 2021, a majority relate to illegal apps. At least two dozen suicide cases have been reported, perpetrated by the harassment by loan app operators, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

COVID-19 second wave: Delays in RT-PCR tests

COVID-19 second wave: Delays in RT-PCR tests

Rediff.com9 May 2021

While there is a shortage of testing kits, manpower and capacities, India does not have other scalable testing options.

ICMR, Hyderabad co develop potential treatment for COVID-19

ICMR, Hyderabad co develop potential treatment for COVID-19

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

'The ICMR and Biological E Limited, Hyderabad, have developed highly purified antisera (raised in animals) for prophylaxis and treatment of COVID-19,' the apex health research body said on Thursday. The 'antisera' is yet to undergo human clinical trials to establish its safety and efficacy and Drugs Controller General of India would be approached soon in this regard, Dr Samiran Panda, the head of epidemiology and communicable diseases at the ICMR said.

WATCH! How To Make Yummy Chicken Pockets

WATCH! How To Make Yummy Chicken Pockets

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

If you like chicken puff pastry, then you'll absolutely love this recipe.

MUST SEE! Exploring Lucknow

MUST SEE! Exploring Lucknow

Rediff.com4 Jan 2022

Noah Dominic, Maya Dominic, Durga Dominic and Dominic Xavier recall via sketches a spectacular vacation in Lucknow.

DRDO gets govt nod to work on biological defence

DRDO gets govt nod to work on biological defence

Rediff.com12 May 2020

While it was not directly suggested that the COVID-19 pandemic was related to biological warfare, it is significant that the government is exhorting military laboratories to work concertedly on biological defence.

Covid 4th wave possible in June, warns IIT-Kanpur study

Covid 4th wave possible in June, warns IIT-Kanpur study

Rediff.com28 Feb 2022

The fourth wave of the Covid-19 pandemic in India may start around June 22 and peak from mid to late August, a modelling study by researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology-Kanpur suggests.

DCGI nod to Phase-1 trials of potential COVID-19 treatment 'antisera'

DCGI nod to Phase-1 trials of potential COVID-19 treatment 'antisera'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

The 'antisera' has been developed by the ICMR in collaboration with a Hyderabad-based bio-pharmaceutical firm. "With Biological E Limited we have developed an horse 'antisera' and we have just got clearance for conducting clinical trials for that," ICMR Director General Dr Balram Bhargava said at press briefing.

Gold Review: Confused Crime Caper

Gold Review: Confused Crime Caper

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

Once you are done paying your respect to God and Grasshoppers, you circle back to the human beings in Gold, and that's when things become progressively more and more muddled, observes Sreehari Nair.

'We should pay more attention to China'

'We should pay more attention to China'

Rediff.com18 May 2022

'Our competitiveness with China is very important.' 'If the exchange rate depreciates, it is good for us because it helps in our competitiveness.'

SC asks EC to check VVPAT slips of 5 booths per segment

SC asks EC to check VVPAT slips of 5 booths per segment

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

The EC currently follows a system of random counting of VVPAT slips in one polling booth per assembly segment of a Parliamentary or assembly constituency.

Makhana Chaat, Makhana Kheer, Makhan Burfi

Makhana Chaat, Makhana Kheer, Makhan Burfi

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

Makhana desserts for your weekend lunch/dinner party.

How to prepare for CAT 2018

How to prepare for CAT 2018

Rediff.com25 Jun 2018

CAT 2018: When and how to prepare for the exam.

Employment growth slowed in past 2 years: Report

Employment growth slowed in past 2 years: Report

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

Sector-wise, the study revealed that the core industries have witnessed virtually negative growth in headcount, with crude oil just about maintaining the employment level.

New COVID-19 test can give results in just 45 minutes

New COVID-19 test can give results in just 45 minutes

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

The test named the "SARS-CoV-2 DETECTR" is easy to implement and to interpret, and requires no specialised equipment, said researchers from the University of California, San Francisco in the US.

In battle against COVID-19, India faces new challenges

In battle against COVID-19, India faces new challenges

Rediff.com29 May 2020

The pandemic is set to become even more challenging, with migrant workers returning home, relaxations in lockdown rules, and the approaching monsoon. However, states are looking at community participation to ramp up testing and home treatment of patients

A low-cost device to spot substandard medicines

A low-cost device to spot substandard medicines

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

With internet sales of medications on the rise, people everywhere are increasingly at risk.

British intel report says Covid may have leaked from Chinese lab

British intel report says Covid may have leaked from Chinese lab

Rediff.com31 May 2021

British intelligence agencies now believe it is 'feasible' that the COVID-19 pandemic began with a coronavirus leak from a Chinese bio laboratory, a media report said here on Sunday, prompting Vaccines Minister Nadhim Zahawi to demand that the World Health Organisation (WHO) must fully investigate the origins of the deadly virus.