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CCTV footages reveal devastating Wayanad landslides; 119 still missing

CCTV footages reveal devastating Wayanad landslides; 119 still missing

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

Malayalam television channels aired the visuals captured on the CCTVs in some shops in Chooralmala, one of the hamlets completely destroyed in the disaster.

Bangladesh reopens educational institutions after month-long closure

Bangladesh reopens educational institutions after month-long closure

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

In the morning, school students in uniform were seen going to their institutions, many accompanied by guardians, the Daily Star reported.

Delhi to vote on Feb 5, results on Feb 8

Delhi to vote on Feb 5, results on Feb 8

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

The Election Commission of India has announced that the Delhi Assembly elections will be held on February 5, 2023, with the counting of votes scheduled for February 8. The last date to file nominations is January 17, and the scrutiny of nominations will be done by January 18. Candidates can withdraw their nominations until January 20.

'Trump May Expand H-1B Program'

'Trump May Expand H-1B Program'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

'Trump has signaled that he has changed his stance on the H1B visa from his first term.'

Defence exports cross record Rs 21K cr over a decade: Rajnath Singh

Defence exports cross record Rs 21K cr over a decade: Rajnath Singh

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that India's defence exports have crossed a record Rs 21,000 crore, a significant jump from Rs 2,000 crore a decade ago. He set a target of achieving defence exports of Rs 50,000 crore by 2029. Singh highlighted the importance of mastering frontier technologies in the face of evolving warfare, emphasizing the role of military training centers in preparing soldiers for future challenges. He also underscored the government's commitment to strengthening integration and jointness among the three services, aiming to enhance the armed forces' ability to face challenges together.

'When I Got The Paatal Lok Demo...'

'When I Got The Paatal Lok Demo...'

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

'...it was for a very, very big lead actor.' 'I looked at it and saw how beautiful she was. I was like, there's no chance I'm getting it.' 'I auditioned for it and as luck would have it, they were looking for someone like me.'

ICC action on home soil has Pakistan fans buzzing

ICC action on home soil has Pakistan fans buzzing

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

The national team, captained for the bulk of those years by Misbah Ul Haq, hosted its 'home' games in the United Arab Emirates and remained relatively successful until fixtures trickled back onto Pakistani soil in 2018.

Syringes, drugs found on premises of MCD-run schools

Syringes, drugs found on premises of MCD-run schools

Rediff.com23 May 2022

Some of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi-run schools are 'horror houses', the Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) remarked after it conducted surprise inspection and found them without adequate security and sanitation facilities.

How NOT To Prepare For CAT 2024

How NOT To Prepare For CAT 2024

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Ask rediffGURU Aashish Sood your CAT related questions.

Delhi Cong chief Arvinder Singh Lovely steps down over alliance with AAP

Delhi Cong chief Arvinder Singh Lovely steps down over alliance with AAP

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

In his letter to the Congress National President, Mallikarjun Kharge, Lovely said that all unanimous decisions taken by the senior Delhi Congress leaders have been unilaterally vetoed by the AICC general secretary (Delhi in-charge).

The Tradition-wali Diwali

The Tradition-wali Diwali

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

The mini utensils made of mud crafted by local potters and the gharaunda [miniature house] are unique to Diwali in Bihar.

27 killed, 62 injured in suicide bombing at Pak railway station

27 killed, 62 injured in suicide bombing at Pak railway station

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

The explosion ripped through the provincial capital Quetta's railway station as passengers gathered on the platform before the scheduled departure of the Jaffar Express to Peshawar.

Girl NCC cadets, robotic mules to feature in Army Day parade

Girl NCC cadets, robotic mules to feature in Army Day parade

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

The Army Day Parade this year will see participation of an all-girl marching contingent from the National Cadet Corps (NCC) and showcasing of four thematic tableaux, including one based on the force's Mission Olympics Wing.

Country gave me more: Sreejesh on Padma Bhushan

Country gave me more: Sreejesh on Padma Bhushan

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Padma Bhushan recipient PR Sreejesh, a legendary Indian hockey goalkeeper, expressed his gratitude for the honor, stating that India has given him more than what he has contributed to the sport.

Go to Pakistan: Sriram Sena chief on hijab in schools

Go to Pakistan: Sriram Sena chief on hijab in schools

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

Muthalik said the dress code is introduced so that there is no display of upper and lower caste or religious identities.

'What if he had taken the extreme step?'

'What if he had taken the extreme step?'

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

'There is no concept of friendship here...there are only competitors.' 'Every student sitting next to you is seen as an additional burden to fight with.'

Space Kidz Is Planning A Moon Mission

Space Kidz Is Planning A Moon Mission

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

If it becomes a reality, the Chennai-based company will become the first private player from India to conduct such a mission to the lunar surface.

'Trump Has Very Positive View Of Modi'

'Trump Has Very Positive View Of Modi'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

'By his words, actions, and body language during their joint press appearance wanted to convey his personal respect and, more broadly, his desire to work closely with India.'

'When Durga Died, We All Felt The Loss'

'When Durga Died, We All Felt The Loss'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

'I often wondered while watching the film/trilogy, what if Durga had lived. What if Ray made The Durga Trilogy.' Sandip Roy looks back at Pather Panchali's Durga and the woman who brought her alive, Uma Dasgupta.

Madras HC admits plea against forced religious conversion in schools

Madras HC admits plea against forced religious conversion in schools

Rediff.com6 May 2022

A vacation bench of the Madras high court on Friday admitted a public interest litigation plea to stop forcible conversion of students in schools and ordered notice to the Tamil Nadu government, returnable in four weeks.

'We Want Justice, Not Money'

'We Want Justice, Not Money'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

'Sanjay Roy is not alone.' 'If he's kept alive, maybe we will know what happened.' 'Why was he in the chest medicine department that night when he never went there earlier?' 'Nobody will parade in front of a CCTV camera and then go and murder someone.' 'There are several people who are involved in this heinous crime. They have to be identified and punished.'

How To Prepare For XAT 2025

How To Prepare For XAT 2025

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Preparing for the XAT requires a balanced approach, focusing on conceptual understanding, regular practice, and strategic planning, says Rahul K Shukla, convenor, XAT and admissions, XLRI-Xavier School of Management.

BJP storms to power in Delhi after 26 yrs as AAP bites dust

BJP storms to power in Delhi after 26 yrs as AAP bites dust

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday returned to power in Delhi after more than 26 years to sweep away the Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party with a two-thirds majority on the back of a hyper localised campaign and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'AAP-da'(disaster) blitzkrieg.

Dipak Jain to step down as Kellogg B-school dean

Dipak Jain to step down as Kellogg B-school dean

Rediff.com9 Jun 2009

Dipak Jain, an Indian American, will step down as dean at Northwestern University's prestigious Kellogg School of Management.

The Pradeeps Of Pittsburgh Review: Unfunny

The Pradeeps Of Pittsburgh Review: Unfunny

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

If a show about Gujaratis or Indians in the US had to be made, it could have been more authentic, sighs Deepa Gahlot.

Walking The Bamboo Trail In Meghalaya

Walking The Bamboo Trail In Meghalaya

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

Hike through Meghalaya's newest tourist magnet.

All madrassas will be affiliated to 2 new varsities: UP minister

All madrassas will be affiliated to 2 new varsities: UP minister

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

Seeking to make changes in the process of granting recognition to madrassas, Uttar Pradesh Minority Welfare Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar has said that two universities will be opened in the state and all madrassas will be affiliated to them.

Mysterious noise sparks panic in landslide-hit Wayanad

Mysterious noise sparks panic in landslide-hit Wayanad

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

The Wayanad district authorities said people from residential areas in the affected places were being shifted to safer locations.

'Human Beings Are Like Trees, We Keep Growing Till...'

'Human Beings Are Like Trees, We Keep Growing Till...'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

'Your relationship with your child is changing every single day, ditto your relationship with your parents.'

Anxious about how history will judge my tenure: CJI

Anxious about how history will judge my tenure: CJI

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

According to the CJI, once someone has a sense of faith in his/her intentions and abilities, it is easier not to obsess over outcomes but to value the process and the journey towards those outcomes.

Should Women's Chess Be Abolished?

Should Women's Chess Be Abolished?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

'Scrapping titles like WIM, WGM and a separate women's category will kill women's interest in chess.'

2 classmates rape 13-yr-old girl at Mumbai school

2 classmates rape 13-yr-old girl at Mumbai school

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

Two boys allegedly raped their 13-year-old classmate inside the classroom of their civic-run school in Matunga area of Mumbai, after which the police registered a case against them, an official said on Friday.

Delhi's air quality worsens, over Rs 5.85 cr fine imposed

Delhi's air quality worsens, over Rs 5.85 cr fine imposed

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

The city's 24-hour Air Quality Index (AQI), recorded at 4 pm daily, stood at 417, making it the worst in the country. On Friday, the AQI level was 396.

Can't accept FDI blindly, need safeguards: Sitharaman

Can't accept FDI blindly, need safeguards: Sitharaman

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

India will place restrictions on foreign direct investment (FDI) in the national interest to ensure safeguards because of its location in a highly sensitive neighbourhood, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said during an interactive session at the Wharton Business School in the US on Tuesday. "I cannot blindly accept FDI simply because we need investment, unmindful of where it is coming from. "We want business, we want investment, but we also need some safeguards, because India is located in a neighbourhood that is very, very sensitive," Sitharaman said.

Covid surge: WHO urges South East Asian countries to step up surveillance

Covid surge: WHO urges South East Asian countries to step up surveillance

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

Considering the limited available evidence, the additional public health risk posed by JN.1 is currently evaluated as low at the global level, Singh said.

Toxic haze envelops Delhi, doctors warn of health risks

Toxic haze envelops Delhi, doctors warn of health risks

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Delhi's air quality deteriorated significantly on Monday, with areas like Dwarka, Mundka and Najafgarh recording an AQI of 500, the worst this season. The city's overall AQI reached 491, triggering the implementation of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage-IV restrictions in Delhi-NCR. Doctors warned of health risks, urging people to wear N95 masks and avoid outdoor activities. The Supreme Court questioned the Delhi government on its anti-pollution measures and warned against scaling down preventive measures without its permission. Delhi Chief Minister Atishi accused the BJP-led central government of political maneuvering while neglecting stubble burning in states it governs. Meanwhile, the city enforced stricter pollution control measures, including a ban on truck entry and suspension of construction activities. Air purifier sales surged, reflecting the public's concern over the severe air pollution.

Kamala, Trump tied in key polls days before voting

Kamala, Trump tied in key polls days before voting

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

Just 10 days ahead of the Election Day, the United States presidential race remained very tight with both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump locked in a dead heat for the popular votes in most swing states.

MP missionary school attacked over 'religious conversion' claim

MP missionary school attacked over 'religious conversion' claim

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

The students were present for the examination in the school when the incident occurred.

Centre to set up 'PM Shri Schools' as a 'laboratory of NEP'

Centre to set up 'PM Shri Schools' as a 'laboratory of NEP'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday said the Centre is planning to set up 'PM Shri Schools' which will be aimed at preparing students for future and will be the laboratory of new National Education Policy (NEP). nbsp

Relief for madrasas in UP as SC reverses HC verdict

Relief for madrasas in UP as SC reverses HC verdict

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

The high court erred in holding that the law was violative of the principle of secularism, said a bench comprising Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud and Justices J B Pardiwala and Manoj Misra.