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Semblence of peace in Kashmir; Valley remains curfew-free

Semblence of peace in Kashmir; Valley remains curfew-free

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

No area in Kashmir was under curfew on Tuesday, but restrictions on the assembly of people are in place in many parts of the Valley as a precautionary measure, a police official said in Srinagar.

How to get an internship at IISc Bangalore

How to get an internship at IISc Bangalore

Rediff.com30 Jun 2019

Sarvesh Agrawal of Internshala offers a detailed guide on the application process.

'China must know India won't back down'

'China must know India won't back down'

Rediff.com28 May 2020

'India is not going to accept whatever the Chinese say. That is not going to happen.'

COVID-19 vaccine race: Where they stand currently

COVID-19 vaccine race: Where they stand currently

Rediff.com9 Jan 2021

As India prepares to launch its vaccine drive on January 16, here is a look at the options:

Heat wave in India claimed 700 lives in 2016

Heat wave in India claimed 700 lives in 2016

Rediff.com15 Jan 2017

More than 1,600 people died due to extreme weather conditions across the country last year, with severe heat wave claiming the largest chunk of the total deaths at 40 per cent, followed by flooding and lightning.

Which way is Covid-19 headed?

Which way is Covid-19 headed?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

The disease could go down several paths. One possibility, the least likely, is that it will just disappear. The most likely is that it will have seasonal impact, says Devangshu Datta.

Situation in Kashmir gradually improves as shutdown enters 89th day

Situation in Kashmir gradually improves as shutdown enters 89th day

Rediff.com5 Oct 2016

Normal movement of people and vehicular traffic was observed in parts of Srinagar on Tuesday, the officials said.

'India-China relations will get more difficult'

'India-China relations will get more difficult'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

'India and China have the wise and sage leadership to steer this complex relationship in the coming decades.'

Video: What happens at Lakme Fashion Week

Video: What happens at Lakme Fashion Week

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

Rediff.com's Hitesh Harisinghani and Rajesh Karkera bring us all the action.

Taapsee: I don't agree with Swara Bhaskar

Taapsee: I don't agree with Swara Bhaskar

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

'I see films as films. They were just trying to show what really happened. It's not about what one should do. We should try to distinguish between the two.'

Why advertisers are spellbound by IPL

Why advertisers are spellbound by IPL

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

As many as 80 brands are riding the digital and television broadcast this year.

New York state's schools, colleges to remain shut for the academic year

New York state's schools, colleges to remain shut for the academic year

Rediff.com2 May 2020

The academic session will go till June and schools re-open around September for the next session.

Keto diet may not be the best way to lose weight

Keto diet may not be the best way to lose weight

Rediff.com3 May 2018

The low-carb fad diet may have side effects, a study has revealed.

IIT Bombay Research Fellowships

IIT Bombay Research Fellowships

Rediff.com20 Feb 2009

The scheme is open candidates with BTech/ BE/ MTech/ MBA/ MA/ MCom/ MSc/ MBBS or equivalent degree for research activities at IIT Bombay.

RBI may cut rates by 40 bps in FY21 as Budget did little for growth: Fitch

RBI may cut rates by 40 bps in FY21 as Budget did little for growth: Fitch

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

A likely easing in inflationary pressures in the forthcoming months will reopen the window for the RBI to once again prioritise growth and ease its interest rates.

10 simple ways to get back in shape

10 simple ways to get back in shape

Rediff.com13 Apr 2016

Cut down sugar. Get adequate sleep.

Many questions about rogue cop Davinder Singh

Many questions about rogue cop Davinder Singh

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Why did RA&W hire a man with a questionable record, wonders David Devadas.

'Covid response is highly dependent on leadership'

'Covid response is highly dependent on leadership'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

'If you don't have a strong political leadership, however much expertise a country may have, in pandemic preparedness or infectious disease, will not matter.' 'It's really about having strong political leadership, that is proactive, that prioritises taking the right action.' 'And if you don't have that, then you will have a much worse pandemic experience.'

Where did the smog go?

Where did the smog go?

Rediff.com11 Aug 2008

When the Chinese government enacted its 'Great Shutdown' in Beijing, which compelled reduction of industrial activity by 30% and cut automobile use by half, athletes competing in the 2008 Summer Olympics could breathe a little easier, literally. But where'd all the smog go?

Court says can't stop Pragya from contesting polls

Court says can't stop Pragya from contesting polls

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

'This court has not granted bail...wrong forum has been chosen'

'Defensive portfolio strategy is recommended'

'Defensive portfolio strategy is recommended'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2020

'Investors should reduce cash gradually and look for value investing.'

Beverage, ice-cream makers smile as heat wave rises

Beverage, ice-cream makers smile as heat wave rises

Rediff.com5 May 2014

The heat wave that began a few weeks ago as well as the prediction of a possible El Nino weather phenomenon this year has beverage and ice-cream makers hope for a 15-20 per cent growth in sales in May

Interested in finance? See this!

Interested in finance? See this!

Rediff.com2 May 2008

Exponential Investment (Business Associates of Motilal Oswal Financial Services Limited) urgently requires 4-5 graduates (preferebly management / commerce) for Business Development .

We make winners, others buy them: Laporta

We make winners, others buy them: Laporta

Rediff.com10 Jul 2009

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has taken a swipe at arch-rivals Real Madrid for their multi-million euro spending spree that has dominated the headlines and the transfer market ahead of the treble-winners.

Gain hands-on experience in HR

Gain hands-on experience in HR

Rediff.com30 Apr 2008

KNR Management Consulting, New Delhi is looking for interns in recruitment.

3 reasons why RBI may hold rates this month

3 reasons why RBI may hold rates this month

Rediff.com6 Feb 2019

As FY20 Budget fiscal measures need to be better understood, a reversal of the stance back to neutral will allow MPC flexibility to respond to incoming data.

Internships at Glazetech Acupanel Pvt Ltd

Internships at Glazetech Acupanel Pvt Ltd

Rediff.com9 May 2007

Glazetech Acupanel offers summer internships in Sales, Marketing and Finance (Jaipur).

How states are ensuring food reaches your plates

How states are ensuring food reaches your plates

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

Most key rabi-producing states of north India, such as Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, have staggered their procurement to enable farmers to come in batches, so that there is no overcrowding. The Centre has also set up a call centre to coordinate the inter-state movement of farm commodities.

'Demolish Maradu flats': SC orders Rs 25L compensation to owners

'Demolish Maradu flats': SC orders Rs 25L compensation to owners

Rediff.com27 Sep 2019

The top court said that it was not against anyone but the primary concern is illegal constructions in Coastal Regulation Zone areas, which eventually lead to natural disasters.

Despite separatists call for strikes, Kashmir limps back to normalcy

Despite separatists call for strikes, Kashmir limps back to normalcy

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

Public transport has resumed plying at many places in Kashmir and shops have been gradually reopening as more people are now carrying out their day to day activities

SC rejects plea to stop Srinivasan from taking up ICC top post

SC rejects plea to stop Srinivasan from taking up ICC top post

Rediff.com12 Jun 2014

The decks were cleared for Narayanaswami Srinivasan to contest the ICC presidential election on June 27 after the Supreme Court refused to entertain the Cricket Association of Bihar's plea seeking restrain on the BCCI president-in-exile from fighting the polls.

'Lockdown has changed the environment around us'

'Lockdown has changed the environment around us'

Rediff.com15 May 2020

'If we want a better life, we have to treat nature better, and behave properly.' 'That's nature's message to us.'

Is Amit Shah doing a KRA for ministers?

Is Amit Shah doing a KRA for ministers?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2016

The Prime Minister's Office has also prepared a detailed backgrounder about each member in the Union Council of Ministers.

Football transfers: The Chinese pay big money

Football transfers: The Chinese pay big money

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

Football's winter transfer window closed on February 1, and, surprisingly, none of Europe's biggies made even a slight move, let alone sign a player.

Natural History Museum's Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Natural History Museum's Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

The overall winners will be announced on October 15 at an awards ceremony in the Natural History Museum's iconic Hintze Hall.

Say hello to Hrithik and Sussanne's cute boys!

Say hello to Hrithik and Sussanne's cute boys!

Rediff.com23 Jun 2015

They sure take after their good looking folks, don't they?

CIA device: Why I climbed Nanda Devi

CIA device: Why I climbed Nanda Devi

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

'Nanda Devi is not an easy mountain to climb.'

IOC bans Kuwait over government interference

IOC bans Kuwait over government interference

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has suspended Kuwait for the second time in five years over government interference in the country's Games committee.

In India, jobs the biggest casualty of coronavirus

In India, jobs the biggest casualty of coronavirus

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

'The impact of economic shocks on the labour markets is usually on the young who delay their entry in response to a fall in job opportunities,' says Mahesh Vyas.

My travel story: How I trekked to the Himalayas

My travel story: How I trekked to the Himalayas

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

Ashutosh Topey, an IT professional from Hyderabad takes us through his recent Himalayan adventure trek.