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Masked men vandalise church near Indo-Pak border in Punjab, CM orders probe

Masked men vandalise church near Indo-Pak border in Punjab, CM orders probe

Rediff.com31 Aug 2022

The incident occurred in Takkarpura village of Patti town on the intervening night of Tuesday and Wednesday, they said.

No unusual HMPV surge in India but precautions must: Experts

No unusual HMPV surge in India but precautions must: Experts

Rediff.com12 Jan 2025

Amid growing concerns over the detection of human metapneumovirus cases in India, health experts have emphasised the virus is not new, and advised people to stay calm and take basic precautions.

Masks to become personal choice as UK lifts lockdown

Masks to become personal choice as UK lifts lockdown

Rediff.com4 Jul 2021

Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick said there will be a move towards greater "personal responsibility" as the UK prepares to end lockdown restrictions from July 19.

Pollution: Centre announces staggered working hours for Delhi staffers

Pollution: Centre announces staggered working hours for Delhi staffers

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

The Indian government has announced staggered working hours for its employees in Delhi due to the severe air pollution in the city. The move comes after a week of 'severe' pollution levels, which have slightly improved but are still in the 'very poor' zone. The order also encourages employees to pool vehicles and use public transport to minimize vehicular pollution.

COVID-19 looms over Olympics with several athletes testing positive

COVID-19 looms over Olympics with several athletes testing positive

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

The COVID-19 virus has forced athletes to withdraw from events and has others donning masks once again at the Paris Games.

Experts for Covid test, restoring mask rule to check virus spread in Delhi

Experts for Covid test, restoring mask rule to check virus spread in Delhi

Rediff.com17 Apr 2022

The COVID-19 positivity rate in the national capital has jumped from 0.5 per cent to 5.33 per cent in two weeks.

Govt advises people to wear homemade masks in public

Govt advises people to wear homemade masks in public

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

The government said the use of such masks will help in protecting the community at large

Differently-abled beggar distributes rations and masks

Differently-abled beggar distributes rations and masks

Rediff.com31 May 2020

Raju, a beggar, earned praise from Prime Minister Modi for distributing 3,000 masks and providing ration to 100 distressed families during the lockdown period.

Mask mandate to continue in India amid new variant threat

Mask mandate to continue in India amid new variant threat

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

Mandaviya reviewed the pandemic situation, status of vaccination drive and the global scenario of new variants of Covid.

Gross NPAs of banks decline to 12-yr low of 2.6%: RBI report

Gross NPAs of banks decline to 12-yr low of 2.6%: RBI report

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

The Reserve Bank on Monday said asset quality of banks improved further and their gross non-performing assets (GNPA) or bad loans ratio declined to a 12-year low of 2.6 per cent in September 2024 on the back of falling slippages and steady credit demand. The RBI also flagged concern over a sharp rise in write-offs, especially among private sector banks (PVBs), which could be partly masking worsening asset quality in unsecured lending segment and dilution in underwriting standards.

WC Preview: All eyes on masked Son as South Korea face Uruguay in opener

WC Preview: All eyes on masked Son as South Korea face Uruguay in opener

Rediff.com23 Nov 2022

Son Heung-min will be able to play with a mask in their World Cup Group H opener against Uruguay

Delhi panel to meet on Apr 20 to discuss mandatory mask use amid Covid surge

Delhi panel to meet on Apr 20 to discuss mandatory mask use amid Covid surge

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

The meeting of DDMA chaired by Lt Governor Anil Baijal, will review the COVID situation in the national capital, as per notice of the meeting.

Pune man gets mask made of gold worth Rs 2.89 lakh

Pune man gets mask made of gold worth Rs 2.89 lakh

Rediff.com4 Jul 2020

Shankar, hailing from Pune's Pimpri-Chinchwad area, has come out with a face mask that cost him just about Rs 3 lakh.

No shutdown, Biden insists on national mask mandate

No shutdown, Biden insists on national mask mandate

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

Biden said he would follow the science. "I am not going to shut down the economy period. I am going to shut down the virus," he asserted.

Trump wears face mask in public for 1st time

Trump wears face mask in public for 1st time

Rediff.com12 Jul 2020

Earlier, Trump had never been seen wearing a protective face covering at rallies or any other public events.

Masks mandatory for fans at Sydney Test against India

Masks mandatory for fans at Sydney Test against India

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

Third Test will be played in front of a crowd of some 10,000 to allow social distancing in a ground that can hold 48,00

Over 15L caught without masks in Mumbai since April 2020

Over 15L caught without masks in Mumbai since April 2020

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

From April 1, 2020 to February 15 this year, the BMC caught 15,16,398 people without face masks and collected a total of Rs 30,69,09,800 from them, civic officials said.

Mask-less? Sweep roads if you won't pay fine in Mumbai

Mask-less? Sweep roads if you won't pay fine in Mumbai

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

Vishwas Mote, assistant municipal commissioner (K-West ward), said on Thursday that since the past seven days they have made people do community service in the form of sweeping roads if they unnecessarily argue with officials or refuse to pay fine for not wearing a mask.

Shubhanshu Shukla Is All Set For Space

Shubhanshu Shukla Is All Set For Space

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla Shukla says Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma -- the first Indian to travel to space --has been advising him about the space flight.

HMPV infections not life-threatening: Karnataka minister

HMPV infections not life-threatening: Karnataka minister

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao has said there is no need to panic over two cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) detected in the state, as the infections are caused by old virus strains and are not life-threatening. The minister said that the two infected infants are doing "normal" and advised people to follow general precautionary measures. The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has detected the two cases through routine surveillance for multiple respiratory viral pathogens.

'I Said, 'I'm Fine. I'm Not Going To Die'

'I Said, 'I'm Fine. I'm Not Going To Die'

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

'He had a knife in each hand.' 'And something just kind of took over and I just grabbed him.'

Prove you are a Hindu, Madurai temple tells actress Namitha

Prove you are a Hindu, Madurai temple tells actress Namitha

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The actress, who is a Bharatiya Janta Party state executive member, alleged that a temple official prevented her from having darshan and demanded proof of being a Hindu.

5 Natural Tips To Keep Winter Problems Away

5 Natural Tips To Keep Winter Problems Away

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

These simple home remedies aim to improve your overall health and keep your skin glowing, hair healthy and body pain-free no matter how cold it gets, says Smita Naram, co-founder, Ayushakti.

UK lagging behind in using face masks: Nobel scientist

UK lagging behind in using face masks: Nobel scientist

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

'It used to be quite normal to have quite a few drinks and drive home, and it also used to be normal to drive without seatbelts. Today both of those would be considered antisocial, and not wearing face coverings in public should be regarded in the same way'

See: Pathan brothers donate masks to help fight Coronavirus

See: Pathan brothers donate masks to help fight Coronavirus

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

The Pathan brothers have donated 4000 masks to a charitable trust that will then distribute them to the needy.

Parliament security use gloves, mask amid coronavirus outbreak

Parliament security use gloves, mask amid coronavirus outbreak

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

The coronavirus has so far killed more than 3,200 people globally.

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.

Explainer: What is HMPV and how does it spread?

Explainer: What is HMPV and how does it spread?

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory virus that causes illnesses ranging from mild respiratory discomfort to severe complications. It spreads through respiratory droplets, similar to other respiratory viruses such as RSV and influenza. This article provides an overview of HMPV including its symptoms, transmission, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and how it differs from COVID-19.

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.

Display owner's name, install cameras: UP govt cracks down on eateries

Display owner's name, install cameras: UP govt cracks down on eateries

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Taking cognisance of incidents of spitting and mixing of urine in eatables in Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday directed that the name and address of operators, proprietors and managers should be mandatorily displayed at all food centres.

Champions League final: Paris police to hand out masks

Champions League final: Paris police to hand out masks

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

Paris' Champs Elysee avenue will be pedestrianised on Sunday evening and wearing face masks will be compulsory, officials said on the eve of Paris St Germain taking on Bayern Munich in soccer's Champions League final.

Mask use may prevent 2 lakh COVID deaths in India: Study

Mask use may prevent 2 lakh COVID deaths in India: Study

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

The study highlights the critical need for people to comply with face mask use, social distancing, and other COVID-19 prevention guidelines as advised by the public health authorities.

Weddings, Winter Can Damage Your Skin

Weddings, Winter Can Damage Your Skin

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

Over-exfoliating can irritate your skin and lead to dryness. During winter months, limit exfoliation to once or twice a week, depending on your skin type, advises Dinyar Workingboxwala, celebrity aesthetician and co-founder of the beauty products brand, BiE.

Images To Remember 2024

Images To Remember 2024

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Some more glimpses from the year gone by.

Kamal@70: The Motto He Believes In

Kamal@70: The Motto He Believes In

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

'Kamal has surfed and navigated a lot of tidal waves, manoeuvring the peaks and troughs, combining rare intelligence and commonly available intuitions to overcome unimaginable crises all his life.' 'There is no looking back at the past, for his only motto has been 'Tomorrow belongs to us'!'

Lucky Baskhar Review: Enjoyable Scam Saga

Lucky Baskhar Review: Enjoyable Scam Saga

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

After Sita Raman, this is a Dulquer Salmaan film that has won Divya Nair's heart.

Why clean air remains a pipe dream across India

Why clean air remains a pipe dream across India

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Data from the ministry of environment, forest and climate change reveals that 30 cities recorded an increase in PM10 levels compared to 2017-18 (FY18), indicating deteriorating air quality.

Brazilian team wear masks in protest at having to play

Brazilian team wear masks in protest at having to play

Rediff.com16 Mar 2020

Players from Brazilian club Gremio took to the field wearing masks in protest at having to play a soccer match as fears over coronavirus grow in the South American nation. The protest comes as players and clubs across South America are starting to complain at decisions by footballing authorities to order games to be played, but behind closed doors.

Our identity is...: TVK leader Vijay slams DMK in maiden speech; flays NEET

Our identity is...: TVK leader Vijay slams DMK in maiden speech; flays NEET

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

In his maiden public speech eight months after announcing the launch of TVK, Vijay said the late veterans MG Ramachandran and NT Ramarao were ridiculed as mere cinema actors when they made their political plunge "but they continue to remain in the hearts of the people" of the respective states, i.e Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh.

Post lockdown-flights: Cabin crew to have face shields, gowns, masks

Post lockdown-flights: Cabin crew to have face shields, gowns, masks

Rediff.com15 May 2020

Airlines such as IndiGo, Air India, Vistara and AirAsia India have decided to go with the new attire to ensure safety of cabin crew members as they are in close proximity to passengers during flights