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Indian scientist cancels travel plans

Indian scientist cancels travel plans

Rediff.com25 Feb 2006

Top Indian scientist Govardhan Mehta, who had been reportedly intially "denied", but later granted a US visa Saturday said he has cancelled plans to visit that country to deliver a lecture at a function organised by the University of Florida.

Indian scientist arrested in US for 'DNA theft'

Indian scientist arrested in US for 'DNA theft'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2005

Singh Lakshman Meena, 33, a research scientist at the University of Central Florida, is also accused of taking disks with research information in them.

Bereaved Isner finds difficult to focus on match at ATP Tour Finals

Bereaved Isner finds difficult to focus on match at ATP Tour Finals

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

Morgan, a 35-year-old former Florida University football player, was found dead on Monday after being reported missing by his family.

The writing is on the wall for Obama and Democrats

The writing is on the wall for Obama and Democrats

Rediff.com2 Nov 2010

Rediff.com's Prasanna D Zore assesses the mood of the voters ahead of the US mid-term elections on November 2

Trump chipping away at Hillary's lead, says new poll

Trump chipping away at Hillary's lead, says new poll

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

The US presidential election slated to be held in November appears to have tightened as a series of latest national polls projected that Republican Donald Trump has gained some ground in the last week against Hillary Clinton of the Democratic Party.

It's official: Men want more sex than women!

It's official: Men want more sex than women!

Rediff.com7 Dec 2010

Innumerable studies have gone into finding out the 'reality of the male sex drive', but now a new study claims that men really are 'hornier' than women.

'Cell phones may stave off Alzheimer's disease'

'Cell phones may stave off Alzheimer's disease'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2010

American scientists have claimed talking on mobile phones can actually improve one's memory and help fight against Alzheimer's disease, contrary to earlier findings that over use of the electronic gadgets may cause brain cancer.

US Elections 2020: All you need to know

US Elections 2020: All you need to know

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

With just hours to go before the United States presidential election all eyes are turning stateside as Donald Trump seeks a second term in the White House and Democratic candidate Joe Biden campaigns to become America's 46th president. If you're struggling to wrap your head around the presidential election and how it compares to India, which competing parties will be vying for the White House, and how a winner is selected, scroll on for a comprehensive guide that details all there is to know about the upcoming elections.

Lockdown 3.0: The perfect time to upskill!

Lockdown 3.0: The perfect time to upskill!

Rediff.com5 May 2020

Online learning platforms have become go-to places for those suffocated by the current curbs on movement.

Kalam proposes World Space Council

Kalam proposes World Space Council

Rediff.com28 Oct 2009

Former Indian President APJ Abdul Kalam has proposed creation of "World Space Council" for global cooperation in the planning and implementation of space exploration and security missions.

Stressed at work? Take a video game break

Stressed at work? Take a video game break

Rediff.com27 Jul 2017

You can thank us later.

Ancient Vedic wisdom for the next generation

Ancient Vedic wisdom for the next generation

Rediff.com7 Aug 2008

A three-day international conference, held between June 27 and June 29, at the University of Central Florida, Orlando, discussed how the ancient Indian wisdom of the Vedas could shape and sustain future generations in the context of social, economic, environmental, and political upheavals worldwide.

Dr Kasturi, first Indian prez of IEEE Comp Society

Dr Kasturi, first Indian prez of IEEE Comp Society

Rediff.com4 Feb 2008

"We see an opportunity to enhance the value of the IEEE CS to its members, its customers, the profession, and the public," said Dr Kasturi, the Douglas W Hood professor and chair of the Computer Science and Engineering Department at the University of South Florida.

Indian-American helps solve 'decades-old' mystery

Indian-American helps solve 'decades-old' mystery

Rediff.com20 Oct 2007

Naresh S Dalal, a Chemistry and Biochemistry professor at the Florida State University collaborated with three colleagues, Jorge Lasave, Sergio Koval and Ricardo Migoni, all of the Universidad Nacional de Rosario in Argentina, to determine why a certain type of crystal known as Ammonium Dihydrogen Phosphate or ADP, behaves the way it does.

A new solution to rural India's energy woes?

A new solution to rural India's energy woes?

Rediff.com23 May 2006

This new technology primarily uses solar energy.

Study Abroad: Insurance matters

Study Abroad: Insurance matters

Rediff.com10 Sep 2008

Here is some good news for students going abroad. Medical insurance comes cheaper in India and sometimes, with better coverage.

COVID-19 death toll in US could hit 2,00,000-mark by Sept

COVID-19 death toll in US could hit 2,00,000-mark by Sept

Rediff.com11 Jun 2020

Ashish Jha, the head of Harvard's Global Health Institute, said the 200,000 death toll is "not just a guess". Currently 800-1000 people are dying daily in America from the virus and all data suggest that the situation is going to get worse.

Rice, potatoes safer than sugar: study

Rice, potatoes safer than sugar: study

Rediff.com13 Dec 2007

If you think that going for a no-carb diet can keep you fit, then you need to think again, for a new study has found that table sugar does more harm than starchy foods such as bread, rice and potatoes.

Clinton leads Trump by 4 points in latest poll

Clinton leads Trump by 4 points in latest poll

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

Likely voters who watched the first presidential debate are twice as likely to say the debate made them think better of Clinton than worse.

Afternoon naps may harm your kids

Afternoon naps may harm your kids

Rediff.com29 Jun 2007

Researchers have found that an afternoon nap could be harmful to your child's health. Read on to find out more.

Talisma eyes growth from education

Talisma eyes growth from education

Rediff.com21 Jan 2005

Abebe Bikila: Emperor of the Marathon

Abebe Bikila: Emperor of the Marathon

Rediff.com21 Jul 2021

Prakash Bhandari salutes the spirit of Abebe Bikila who twice won the Olympic Marathon in record times.

Do aphrodisiacs really work?

Do aphrodisiacs really work?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2005

The journey to Mercury

The journey to Mercury

Rediff.com3 Aug 2004

A Delta II rocket carrying NASA's new Messenger spacecraft took off on Tuesday.

Clement breaks 400m indoor mark

Clement breaks 400m indoor mark

Rediff.com13 Mar 2005

The Trinidad-born teenager broke Michael Johnson's 10-year-old 400 metre indoor world record with a time of 44.57 seconds.\n

When a fly stole the show at US VP debate

When a fly stole the show at US VP debate

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

The first -- and only -- United States vice presidential debate between Mike Pence and Kamala Harris is over. It was a far more civil affair than last week's debacle between US President Donald Trump and former US Vice President Joe Biden. The tone for much of the 90 minutes was a marked contrast to last week's chaotic and bitter slam-fest between their running mates.

Trump, Biden to face off in first presidential debate on Sep 29

Trump, Biden to face off in first presidential debate on Sep 29

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

Dubbed as the "Super Bowl of American Democracy", Trump, 74, and Biden, 77, would respond to questions on their track record, the Supreme Court, economy, race and violence in cities and integrity of the elections at the Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio -- a key battleground state.

Colonel Raja Chari Is Ready for Space

Colonel Raja Chari Is Ready for Space

Rediff.com30 Oct 2021

On Sunday morning Eastern US time, four astronauts will zoom into space on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida. Commanding the spaceflight is Raja Chari, a United States Air Force colonel.

Study abroad tips: How to apply for scholarship

Study abroad tips: How to apply for scholarship

Rediff.com17 Oct 2015

International education consultant NNS Chandra offers advice on how to pick the right international course and college.

Slain journalist's family to IS: Where is your mercy?

Slain journalist's family to IS: Where is your mercy?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

The family of Steven Sotloff, the second American journalist brutally slaughtered in Syria in recent weeks, described their son as 'a gentle soul' who 'tried to find good in a world of darkness' released a statement on Wednesday.

Scores of gymnasts who survived doctor's abuse unite at ESPYs

Scores of gymnasts who survived doctor's abuse unite at ESPYs

Rediff.com19 Jul 2018

The honorees smiled, held hands and exchanged hugs as they filled the stage at the glitzy event attended by top athletes and celebrities in downtown Los Angeles.

Australian Open run was no 'fluke', says Collins

Australian Open run was no 'fluke', says Collins

Rediff.com24 Jan 2019

Florida-born Collins battled hard in the first set on a stifling day at Rod Laver Arena but ended up steamrolled 7-6(2), 6-0 by eighth seed Kvitova.

John Glenn, first American to orbit the earth, dies at 95

John Glenn, first American to orbit the earth, dies at 95

Rediff.com9 Dec 2016

He was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the country's highest civilian honour, in 2012.

I stand by my 'Islam hates us' remark: Donald Trump

I stand by my 'Islam hates us' remark: Donald Trump

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

Trump clarified that not all Muslims fall into this category but said he means "a lot of them".

'Masks definitely are not 100 percent effective'

'Masks definitely are not 100 percent effective'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

'They should always be used in combination with social distancing and washing and other recommendations.'

COVID-19: Indian-Americans raise funds for relief work

COVID-19: Indian-Americans raise funds for relief work

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

SEWA International, a leading Indian-American non-profit organisation, has so far raised more than $250,000 for its COVID-19 relief efforts. It is using the money to buy personal protective equipment's, in particular facial masks and surgical masks, to donate free to the local law enforcement officials and hospitals in some of the hot spot areas like New York, who have run out of these essential items.

India's mood: 'Pessimism, confusion, sadness'

India's mood: 'Pessimism, confusion, sadness'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

'Give cash assistance of Rs 75 per person per day and an android phone and you will see the economy reviving.'

NASA launches world's first mission to 'touch' the Sun

NASA launches world's first mission to 'touch' the Sun

Rediff.com12 Aug 2018

The mission's findings will help researchers improve their forecasts of space weather events, which have the potential to damage satellites and harm astronauts on orbit, disrupt radio communications and, at their most severe, overwhelm power grids, NASA said.