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Bengaluru Open: Paes enthralls crowd, Prajnesh stretched

Bengaluru Open: Paes enthralls crowd, Prajnesh stretched

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

Spectators were on their feet cheering Leander Paes who in all probability is playing his last ATP event on Indian soil.

Vaccines: Look to Russia, not US!

Vaccines: Look to Russia, not US!

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

An alert government in Delhi should have begun government-to-government discussions with Moscow the moment it came to know that Russians were developing a vaccine. That is to say, almost an year's time has been lost, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Top 10 winning candidates and highest margins

Top 10 winning candidates and highest margins

Rediff.com29 May 2019

All top ten candidates belong to the BJP.

Hathras: 19 FIRs for bid to trigger caste conflict, sedition booked

Hathras: 19 FIRs for bid to trigger caste conflict, sedition booked

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

The FIR lodged at Chandpa police station in Hathras district against 'unknown persons' mentioned alleged attempts to foment cast conflict, promoting enmity between groups and tarnish the image of the government and invoked section 124A of the Indian Penal Code -- the serious charge of sedition.

Maha senior cop Sachin Waze fails to get interim bail, appears before NIA

Maha senior cop Sachin Waze fails to get interim bail, appears before NIA

Rediff.com13 Mar 2021

Troubles mounted for Mumbai police officer Sachin Waze, who has been facing heat in the murder case of businessman Mansukh Hiran, as a sessions court in Maharashtra's Thane district has refused to grant him interim bail and noted that there was prima facie evidence and material against him.

Made in India artillery gun is ready to fire

Made in India artillery gun is ready to fire

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

The gun is unique in its ability to fire a five-round burst, while no other contemporary The gun is unique in its ability to fire a five-round burst, while no other contemporary gun exceeds three-round bursts. This brings down a greater quantity of explosive onto the target before enemy soldiers can take cover

The 10 Best Kishore Kumar Songs

The 10 Best Kishore Kumar Songs

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

We celebrate Kishore Kumar's 90th birth anniversary on August 4 with Amit Kumar's 10 favourite Kishore Kumar songs.

Why are these prisoners being denied their rights?

Why are these prisoners being denied their rights?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2021

The superintendent of Taloja jail has just been transferred. Does that signal a more human phase in prison for the Bhima Koregaon accused? asks Jyoti Punwani.

When Lata and Rafi had a fight

When Lata and Rafi had a fight

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

'Finally it was S D Burman who brought us together.'

Sasikala to be back in TN on Feb 7, Dinakaran already sees changes

Sasikala to be back in TN on Feb 7, Dinakaran already sees changes

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

V K Sasikala, late J Jayalalithaa's confidante would return to Tamil Nadu on February 7 from Bengaluru and a grand welcome from party cadres awaited her right from the state's border, Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam general secretary T T V Dinakaran said in Madurai on Wednesday.

'Economic recovery depends a lot on vaccination'

'Economic recovery depends a lot on vaccination'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

'Vaccination is very important for an economy to start functioning properly.'

Guv asks Kumaraswamy to prove majority by 1.30 pm Friday

Guv asks Kumaraswamy to prove majority by 1.30 pm Friday

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

He gave the time-line while taking note of the adjournment of the House till Friday after it took up the confidence motion moved by Kumaraswamy in the backdrop of rebellion by a section of ruling Congress-Janata Dal (Secular).

India records 122 COVID-19 deaths in 24 hrs; cases at 74,281

India records 122 COVID-19 deaths in 24 hrs; cases at 74,281

Rediff.com13 May 2020

According to the ministry's website, more than 70 per cent of the deaths are due to comorbidities.

From Karz to Sargam: More Rishi Musical Magic

From Karz to Sargam: More Rishi Musical Magic

Rediff.com6 May 2020

Sukanya Verma lists many more Rishi Kapoor chartbusters.

India's COVID-19 tally nears 37 lakh; recovery rate 76.94%

India's COVID-19 tally nears 37 lakh; recovery rate 76.94%

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

There are 7,85,996 active cases of coronavirus infection in the country which comprises 21.29 per cent of the total caseload, the data stated.

Second dry run of COVID-19 inoculation conducted

Second dry run of COVID-19 inoculation conducted

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

The first nationwide mock drill was held on January 2 which, the health ministry said, helped to iron out any glitches in the final execution and further refinement of the operational procedures.

'IPL should sever ties with Chinese sponsors'

'IPL should sever ties with Chinese sponsors'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

Calls for boycotting Chinese products have intensified after 20 Indian soldiers were killed in the Galwan Valley clash on June 15. The Chinese have so far refused to share details of the casualties they suffered.

36 deaths, 957 cases in 24 hrs; India's COVID-19 toll 488

36 deaths, 957 cases in 24 hrs; India's COVID-19 toll 488

Rediff.com18 Apr 2020

36 deaths have been reported since Friday evening -- 12 from Madhya Pradesh, 10 from Gujarat, seven from Maharashtra, four from Delhi and one each from Andhra Pradesh, Bihar and Jammu and Kashmir. Of the 488 deaths, Maharashtra tops the list with 201 fatalities, followed by Madhya Pradesh at 69, Gujarat at 48 and Delhi at 42 and Telangana at 18.

20 named as accused in Nawada massacre

20 named as accused in Nawada massacre

Rediff.com5 Jul 2004

20 named as accused in Nawada massacre

Over 200 WB docs tender resignation, demand Mamata's apology

Over 200 WB docs tender resignation, demand Mamata's apology

Rediff.com15 Jun 2019

Mamata set 6 conditions for the state government to withdraw their four-day-long stir.

It's fine if party wants a Dalit CM: Siddaramaiah

It's fine if party wants a Dalit CM: Siddaramaiah

Rediff.com13 May 2018

Siddaramaiah exuded confidence that the Congress would get an absolute majority.

Bengaluru: 6 from SDPI held for attack on RSS member

Bengaluru: 6 from SDPI held for attack on RSS member

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

Police said the six allegedly attempted to kill an RSS worker on December 22 for taking part in a pro-CAA rally. The matter has now been handed over to the ATS and an SIT will also be formed to ensure that such people do not create any disturbance, police said.

Wedding photos: Celebrating togetherness

Wedding photos: Celebrating togetherness

Rediff.com21 Jul 2013

We invited you to share your favourite wedding pics -- here's a fresh set of responses.

505 new COVID-19 cases in 1 day; toll now at 83

505 new COVID-19 cases in 1 day; toll now at 83

Rediff.com5 Apr 2020

According to the health ministry data, Delhi has reported the highest number of confirmed cases at 503.

'Karnataka govt will deal with rioters with iron hand'

'Karnataka govt will deal with rioters with iron hand'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

Karnataka Revenue Minister R Ashoka said the 'traitors,' who perpetrated the riots would be dealt with an iron hand and steps would be taken to ensure that such incidents do not recur.

Karnataka assembly poll ends with 70% turnout

Karnataka assembly poll ends with 70% turnout

Rediff.com12 May 2018

Counting of votes will take place on May 15.

'Nimmi was always ahead of her time'

'Nimmi was always ahead of her time'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

'She was gutsy and rebellious enough to take on roles other more conventional actresses wouldn't dare and she excelled in them.'

Terrible judicial precedent: Cong on SC's K'taka order

Terrible judicial precedent: Cong on SC's K'taka order

Rediff.com17 Jul 2019

'Blanket protection to MLAs, who are driven not by ideology but by far baser concerns, is unheard-of'

Gauri Lankesh laid to rest with state honours

Gauri Lankesh laid to rest with state honours

Rediff.com29 Jan 2018

Even as the Union home ministry sought a report from the state government, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah says he has an 'open mind' for a CBI probe in the case.

Alarming rise in COVID-19 cases in 4 southern states

Alarming rise in COVID-19 cases in 4 southern states

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

The four states and the UT registered a total of 20,701 cases on Thursday.

PHOTOS, 4th ODI: Australia outbat India for first win of the series

PHOTOS, 4th ODI: Australia outbat India for first win of the series

Rediff.com28 Sep 2017

Images from the 4th ODI played between India and Australia in Bengaluru on Thursday

Answered: When COVID-19 will end

Answered: When COVID-19 will end

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

'"The end" depends on two things.' 'Either you develop a vaccine which is effective or if you have a drug, you can terminate this infection very quickly.' 'Otherwise, you have to depend on herd immunity.' 'I think it should happen earlier. Far earlier, than we can imagine or achieve 'herd immunity'.'

India honours its heroes on Kargil Diwas

India honours its heroes on Kargil Diwas

Rediff.com27 Jul 2017

India celebrated the 18th Kargil Vijay Diwas on Wednesday to mark its victory in the Kargil War of 1999 against Pakistan and honour the Indian soldiers who sacrificed their lives on the battlefront. Functions were organised across the country, in particular at the various war memorials erected in different states, like the one in Dras tehsil of Kargil.

Uproar in LS as Beni alleges Mulayam has 'terror links'

Uproar in LS as Beni alleges Mulayam has 'terror links'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

Union Minister Beni Prasad Verma found himself in the midst of a fresh controversy over his remarks that Mulayam Singh Yadav allegedly has "terrorist links", with Samajwadi Party members disrupting the Lok Sabha on Monday demanding his removal from the Cabinet.

NHRC takes cognisance of Hyderabad encounter, orders probe

NHRC takes cognisance of Hyderabad encounter, orders probe

Rediff.com6 Dec 2019

The apex human rights body in the country said the encounter was a matter of concern and needed to be probed carefully.

A vote for Modi is a vote for Pakistan: Oppn on Imran's remarks

A vote for Modi is a vote for Pakistan: Oppn on Imran's remarks

Rediff.com10 Apr 2019

'Modi ji, first there was love for Nawaz Sharif and now Imran Khan is your dear friend'

Quota bill: 18 lakh UP govt employees go on flash strike

Quota bill: 18 lakh UP govt employees go on flash strike

Rediff.com13 Dec 2012

About 18 lakh employees and officers of the Uttar Pradesh government on Thursday went on a flash strike boycotting work in protest against attempts at "forcible passage" of the Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribes quota bill in Rajya Sabha, saying the stir will continue.

India's COVID-19 tally crosses 7L with 22,252 new cases

India's COVID-19 tally crosses 7L with 22,252 new cases

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

The death toll climbed to 20,160 as 467 more people succumbed to the disease.

REWIND: India in the last 48 hours

REWIND: India in the last 48 hours

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

Here's a recap of moments captured in India in the past 48 hours.

India qualify for 2019 AFC Asian Cup

India qualify for 2019 AFC Asian Cup

Rediff.com11 Oct 2017

This is the third time the country has qualified for the continental showpiece.