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A Messiah For Humanity Passes Into The Ages

A Messiah For Humanity Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

Where does one find a man who shows no bitterness or animosity towards Hindus, even after a frenzied Hindu mob burnt his house down?, Jyoti Punwani asks in this tribute to a truly extraordinary Indian.

Apathy, fatalism or bravado? Why people are not following Covid norms

Apathy, fatalism or bravado? Why people are not following Covid norms

Rediff.com14 Jul 2021

People have developed a fatalistic attitude where they believe that anything can happen. They think, 'there's no medicine, no beds in the hospitals, what are we alive for?' And when you get that kind of an attitude, you stop taking precautions

Channi keeps 14 portfolios, Amarinder's ministers retain theirs

Channi keeps 14 portfolios, Amarinder's ministers retain theirs

Rediff.com29 Sep 2021

Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi on Tuesday allocated portfolios to the new ministers, keeping 14 departments with himself and giving home affairs to deputy chief minister Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa and health to other deputy O P Soni.

Why our history and culture are so important

Why our history and culture are so important

Rediff.com17 Oct 2017

'Culture is our asset. Culture is our identity.' 'Wherever you go in India, every millimetre can be measured with culture.' 'There is so much to see that even one life is not enough.'

'NEP may be fantastic, but who will pay teachers?'

'NEP may be fantastic, but who will pay teachers?'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

What does the National Educational Policy 2020 mean for students, parents and teachers?

Why Scindia is missing in action in western UP

Why Scindia is missing in action in western UP

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

Even as Priyanka is gaining traction among the electorate and the media, her counterpart for the western UP region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, has been low key and perceptibly missing from the 'heat and dust' of elections in UP, reports Virendra Singh Rawat.

Dollar flight brings rupee within striking distance of 69

Dollar flight brings rupee within striking distance of 69

Rediff.com27 Dec 2016

Hiccups in Chinese economy and the overall strength of the dollar will continue to be a drag on the rupee in the coming year

Sunlight, heat and humidity weakens coronavirus: US

Sunlight, heat and humidity weakens coronavirus: US

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

Sunlight, high temperature of more than 95 degrees Fahrenheit (or 35 degrees Celsius), and humidity cuts the half-life of the virus on surfaces from up to 18 hours to a matter of minutes,the study said.

76th I-Day: Modi sets 'Panch Pran' goal to develop India in 25 yrs

76th I-Day: Modi sets 'Panch Pran' goal to develop India in 25 yrs

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

"For the next 25 years we need to focus on the five resolves - developed India, removing every trace of bondage from our mind, taking pride in our glorious heritage, unity, and fulfilling our duties," he said.

'It will be a hung assembly in Kerala'

'It will be a hung assembly in Kerala'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

'Kerala voters vote from their mind rather than their heart.'

COVID scare: England at risk from Euro 2020 euphoria

COVID scare: England at risk from Euro 2020 euphoria

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

Although British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has delayed the full reopening of England's economy until July 19, a week after the final, people can still gather in bars and pubs. Jubilant fans were pictured packing bars, streets and even clambering on top of a London bus in the aftermath of England's extra-time 2-1 victory over Denmark, with fan-zones highlighted by some as a particular risk for transmission.

India, Pakistan, Bangladesh: Brothers in Blood

India, Pakistan, Bangladesh: Brothers in Blood

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

At a time when China is trying to make its foray into South Asia, India should use its shared history to strengthen its ties in the region, says Dr Rup Narayan Das.

Rajasthan Crisis: Explained: Anti-Defection Law

Rajasthan Crisis: Explained: Anti-Defection Law

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

A major drawback of the Anti-Defection Law is the lack of precise definition of defection itself, points out Rup Narayan Das.

10 Tips to Stay Relevant in a VUCA World

10 Tips to Stay Relevant in a VUCA World

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

Be brave to fail, learn, and lead, advises Abhilash R, founder and CEO, Bloombloom Dreambiz (P) Ltd and B-HUB Lifespaces.

10 AAP MLAs inducted into Punjab cabinet

10 AAP MLAs inducted into Punjab cabinet

Rediff.com19 Mar 2022

Governor Banwarilal Purohit administered the oath of office and secrecy to the 10 ministers at Punjab Bhawan in Chandigarh.

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