News for 'School of Physics'

Pollution levels in Delhi up again, air quality 'severe'

Pollution levels in Delhi up again, air quality 'severe'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

The air quality in the capital has remained very poor or severe on most of the days in November so far.

Shamshera Review

Shamshera Review

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

Shamshera's problem is a shocking inability to support its bombastic ideas with gripping drama. The result is the wastage of not one but two Ranbir Kapoors, observes Sukanya Verma.

Bob Biswas Review

Bob Biswas Review

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

This poorly paced movie is too dull to be a drama and shows no signs (or intrigue) of a thriller, observes Sukanya Verma.

What Shriya is demanding from you!

What Shriya is demanding from you!

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

"The global fashion scene is becoming more accepting in terms of size, colour, gender and age. I want to be a part of a world where these biases are non-existent."

What Is India's True GDP?

What Is India's True GDP?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

'How low GDP would have been, we don't know.' 'It raises serious questions because so many indicators are pointing to such a sharp decline and GDP estimates are still showing 4 per cent growth.'

Kenya's lesbian footballers fight for the right to play

Kenya's lesbian footballers fight for the right to play

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

Recognising an increasing number of lesbians are passionate about football, former amateur player and LGBTQ+ rights campaigner Anita Wanjiru founded a women's team in 2017.

Scientists believe Covid nearing its end, but also advise caution

Scientists believe Covid nearing its end, but also advise caution

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

The pandemic will be over but Covid will be here to stay, the scientists said as Covid numbers begin to ebb in several parts of the world, including India.

67% women felt angry when body shamed

67% women felt angry when body shamed

Rediff.com5 Apr 2019

A new study uncovers the unhealthy trends and hidden reality of body shaming in India.

IT Topper To Miss Teen Universe India

IT Topper To Miss Teen Universe India

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

'From a teenager who struggled with low self-esteem to representing India at Miss Teen Universe, I've really worked hard to become someone I'm proud of.'

ICSE to conduct Class 10, 12 exams from July 1-14

ICSE to conduct Class 10, 12 exams from July 1-14

Rediff.com23 May 2020

The exams were postponed in view of the nationwide lockdown imposed to contain the spread of COVID-19.

Election 2022: From Door to Door to Digital

Election 2022: From Door to Door to Digital

Rediff.com5 Feb 2022

Digital canvassing is expected to benefit from political money looking for alternative blow horns.

'It is very difficult to see my mother like this'

'It is very difficult to see my mother like this'

Rediff.com24 May 2022

'The only way to kill time in prison is to read and she can't even do that properly any more.' 'Her knees, too, are in terrible shape. I could see how she was trying to hide her pain every time she got up from the bench where she was seated.'

Saani Kaayidham Review

Saani Kaayidham Review

Rediff.com6 May 2022

There have been several films in which we have seen the victim/s resorting to unlawful means to seek justice. What sets Saani Kaayidham apart is the way it feeds your imagination with disgust, followed by anger and revenge, observes Divya Nair.

Stressed By Online Classes? Seek Help!

Stressed By Online Classes? Seek Help!

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

Mental health coach Anu Krishna offers advice on how parents and students can overcome the stress caused by online education.

Want to reduce your risk of depression? Try this!

Want to reduce your risk of depression? Try this!

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

Exercise can help cut depression, schizophrenia symptoms.

Raise demand for 50% women in judiciary: CJI to lawyers

Raise demand for 50% women in judiciary: CJI to lawyers

Rediff.com26 Sep 2021

"I don't want you to cry but with anger, you have to shout and demand that we need 50 per cent reservation," the CJI said.

Iyer ruled fit for IPL; Delhi Capitals fret over captaincy

Iyer ruled fit for IPL; Delhi Capitals fret over captaincy

Rediff.com11 Aug 2021

Talented India batsman Shreyas Iyer has been ruled fully match-fit and cleared by the National Cricket Academy (NCA) to return to competitive cricket, which is set to take place when the IPL resumes in the UAE from September 19.

NHRC notices to Centre, 4 states over farmers' protest

NHRC notices to Centre, 4 states over farmers' protest

Rediff.com14 Sep 2021

The NHRC said that it has received several complaints regarding the ongoing farmers' protest.

Can't delay admitting girls in Indian Military College, SC tells Centre

Can't delay admitting girls in Indian Military College, SC tells Centre

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

"What happens to the exam which is now to be scheduled as we have permitted women candidates to compete for NDA. That being the position we would require the ASG to file an affidavit within two weeks," the SC bench comprising Justice S K Kaul and Justice B R Gavai said in its order.

Nizamuddin Markaz reopens for two days for Shab-e-Barat prayers

Nizamuddin Markaz reopens for two days for Shab-e-Barat prayers

Rediff.com17 Mar 2022

According to the police, the doors of the markaz were opened at around 12.30 pm.

Unlock 5: Central govt allows multiplexes to open

Unlock 5: Central govt allows multiplexes to open

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

State and UT governments have been given the flexibility to take a decision on re-opening of schools and coaching institutions after October 15 in a graded manner.

Class 12 results: SC approves CBSE, CISCE assessment schemes

Class 12 results: SC approves CBSE, CISCE assessment schemes

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

There is no question of reversing earlier decision to cancel class 12 board exams, the Supreme Court said on Thursday and approved the assessment schemes of the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) and the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), which has adopted 30:30:40 formula for evaluation of marks for students based on results of class 10, 11 and 12 respectively.

How Team India fared in Asia Cup 2022

How Team India fared in Asia Cup 2022

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

Will this (Rohit, KL Rahul and Kohli), be India's top three going into the T20 World Cup?

Group Capt Varun Singh's funeral to be held in Bhopal on Friday

Group Capt Varun Singh's funeral to be held in Bhopal on Friday

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

He was the lone survivor of the crash in which Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat, his wife Madhulika and 11 armed forces personnel were killed.

'The world is my classroom'

'The world is my classroom'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2021

'I teach my students for one hour every day. At night, I teach science to students from other countries. I have got requests from more than 70 countries in the last three years and more than 80,000 students have benefited from my online classes.'

The teacher from Dombautiya

The teacher from Dombautiya

Rediff.com10 Jan 2020

Tudu's free tuition classes are sought after. She has 45 students who come to her every day to study. Geetanjali Krishna meets the young teacher in one of India's poorest villages, winner of the Plan India Youth Champion Award.

'Mars was something new for all of us...'

'Mars was something new for all of us...'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

'ISRO provides a very positive atmosphere. What matters here is your talent, not your gender,' says Ritu Karidhal, Deputy Operations Director, India's Mars orbital mission, Mangalyaan. A fascinating excerpt from Minnie Vaid's Those Magnificent Women And Their Flying Machines, Isro's Mission To Mars.

'Nothing wrong with women entering NDA'

'Nothing wrong with women entering NDA'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

'Entry and qualification must not be through concession and must be reserved for only those who meet the stringent standards of the institution'.

Campaigning ends for Goa, Uttarakhand polls, UP second phase

Campaigning ends for Goa, Uttarakhand polls, UP second phase

Rediff.com12 Feb 2022

Campaigning came to an end on Saturday for the single-day election in Uttarakhand and Goa, two states known for political volatility where the Bharatiya Janata Party is attempting to retain power, and for the second phase of assembly polls in Uttar Pradesh on February 14.

Investors are betting big on India's education sector

Investors are betting big on India's education sector

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

The pandemic has confined students across all ages to home and digital education is the only way to continue learning.

'No girl should go through such torture'

'No girl should go through such torture'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2022

She was kidnapped by child traffickers when she was 14. Today, this 17 year old wants to become a lawyer so that she can help the survivors of such henious acts.

The Best of Priyanka Chopra, RANKED!

The Best of Priyanka Chopra, RANKED!

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

One of the most famous Indian faces on the planet, everything Priyanka Chopra Jonas learned, she learned it on the job.

Covid survives longer on glass, plastic than on cloth, paper: IIT Bombay study

Covid survives longer on glass, plastic than on cloth, paper: IIT Bombay study

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

A study by researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay found that a droplet remains liquid for a much shorter time on a porous surface, making it less favourable to the survival of the virus.

NEVER FIGHT In Front Of Your Children!

NEVER FIGHT In Front Of Your Children!

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

It is a mistake to believe that children are unaware when parental battles happen behind closed doors.

'Failure is not a negative word'

'Failure is not a negative word'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

'Failure is success delayed. It teaches you to be patient and persevere so that you improve.'

A Swayamvar With A Difference

A Swayamvar With A Difference

Rediff.com30 Aug 2022

Lakshmanan contracted polio when he was only three months old. 'I didn't want to go for the swayamvar, but my uncle convinced me to attend.' He sat close to the door at the swayamvar. And then, Rohini walked in. Both her legs, too, were afflicted with polio.

Is This The Future Of Dating?

Is This The Future Of Dating?

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

Over 51% per cent of users feel they will probably continue virtual dating even after they will be able to meet up safely.

PFI involved in 'disturbing' India's secular fabric: Officials

PFI involved in 'disturbing' India's secular fabric: Officials

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

The PFI is alleged to have been continuously involved in anti-government propaganda and spreading the narrative that Muslims were being persecuted in India.

ASK ANU: 'Husband confused if he's gay'

ASK ANU: 'Husband confused if he's gay'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

How Indians Dominate World Chess

How Indians Dominate World Chess

Rediff.com13 Jun 2022

In 2019, World Champion Magnus Carlsen was asked to guess the nationality of the reigning world champion in 2050. He responded: 'India will have had many by then!'