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It's go-slow on campus job placements!

It's go-slow on campus job placements!

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

'Zero Day' visitors like Maruti Suzuki, TVS, Tata Motors, Hero MotoCorp, Ashok Leyland and Bajaj Electricals are visiting fewer campuses.

Foreign powers want to 'defame' Indian tea, Modi says in Assam

Foreign powers want to 'defame' Indian tea, Modi says in Assam

Rediff.com7 Feb 2021

The prime minister was apparently referring to Swedish environmentalist Greta Thunberg's controversial 'toolkit', which she tweeted and then deleted, outlining ways in which people can participate in the farmers protest.

'Why Is There No Accountability In The Congress'

'Why Is There No Accountability In The Congress'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

'Fixing accountability in the Congress must be addressed on a war footing.' 'It is impossible for Sonia Gandhi to know each and every party worker, so she has to rely on advisors.' 'If they guide or misguide, the blame should go to them.'

From Ayodhya to adultery: CJI Chandrachud's landmark verdicts

From Ayodhya to adultery: CJI Chandrachud's landmark verdicts

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

Counted as a judge who enriched the 'verdict docket' of the apex court, Justice Chandrachud is viewed as sharp, articulate and forward looking.

Assam CM alleges PFI hand behind Darrang violence

Assam CM alleges PFI hand behind Darrang violence

Rediff.com25 Sep 2021

Sarma said his government had prepared a dossier on PFI and would be taking action against the outfit in the state.

The Army Doctor Who Won Hearts In Turkey

The Army Doctor Who Won Hearts In Turkey

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

Major Beena Tiwari was the only woman in the 99-member medical team at the Indian Army's field hospital in earthquake-hit Turkey.

Trump orders burgers, fries for football champs after shutdown closes WH kitchen

Trump orders burgers, fries for football champs after shutdown closes WH kitchen

Rediff.com15 Jan 2019

With the White House chefs staying home because of the shutdown, Trump used his own personal money to order burgers and fries from McDonald's and the Wendy's, which he said were the "great American food."

Droupadi Murmu elected India's 15th President with 64% votes

Droupadi Murmu elected India's 15th President with 64% votes

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

Droupadi Murmu scripted history on Thursday by becoming India's first tribal President in the one-sided contest, defeating Opposition candidate Yashwant Sinha.

Amitabh@80: His Best May Be Yet To Come

Amitabh@80: His Best May Be Yet To Come

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

'For an introduction to his career-spanning genius, watch just five of his movies: Anand, Saudagar, Abhiman, Black and Pink,' notes Kalyan Singhal, McCurdy Professor of Business at the University of Baltimore.

Chhapra mid-day meal toll rises to 23

Chhapra mid-day meal toll rises to 23

Rediff.com18 Jul 2013

One more child has died in the mid-day meal tragedy in Chhapra taking the toll to 23, while 25 others, including 24 children and a cook, were under treatment in the PatnaMedicalCollege and Hospital.

Super 30's Anand Kumar meets Hrithik

Super 30's Anand Kumar meets Hrithik

Rediff.com14 Aug 2017

'When I agreed to visit Hrithikji at his residence, I was not sure of how I would be welcomed.' 'But the minute I walked into his beautiful home, I was made to feel comfortable.' 'He is humble, attentive and warm,' Anand Kumar tells Subhash K Jha.

Why Is Professor Saibaba Denied Basic Rights?

Why Is Professor Saibaba Denied Basic Rights?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

Right from his arrest in May 2014, the Nagpur jail authorities have denied Professor Saibaba his basic rights, even flouting court orders in the process.

DEAR LOVE GURU: My ex is engaged to my good friend

DEAR LOVE GURU: My ex is engaged to my good friend

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

Relationship problems? Let Love Guru help.

US couple traced from Kochi airport, placed under isolation

US couple traced from Kochi airport, placed under isolation

Rediff.com14 Mar 2020

They had visited the hospital in Alappuzha with fever and were sent to the isolation ward, but left the place shortly thereafter.

'Lockdown put a full stop to Rashid's life'

'Lockdown put a full stop to Rashid's life'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

'He used to come to the cinema hall like he was visiting a temple for worship.'

IMF chief Lagarde on 2-day trip to India beginning today

IMF chief Lagarde on 2-day trip to India beginning today

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

For 2015-16, IMF pegged India's growth rate at 7.5 per cent.

'Nightwatchman' Bommai will stay till polls

'Nightwatchman' Bommai will stay till polls

Rediff.com27 Aug 2022

Success in Karnataka's assembly polls will hinge on two factors: Drop a large number of incumbent MLAs and project Modi and not the state leaders, least of all Bommai.

'Hostel life taught me the art of compromise'

'Hostel life taught me the art of compromise'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

Nisha Tandon, 49, Dubai tells us how hostel life prepared her to deal with challenges and enjoy life.

PM to launch several projects in poll-bound Assam, Bengal on Monday

PM to launch several projects in poll-bound Assam, Bengal on Monday

Rediff.com20 Feb 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the poll-bound states of Assam and West Bengal on Monday to launch and lay the foundation stones of several projects.

Assam flood situation critical, 43 lakh affected

Assam flood situation critical, 43 lakh affected

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

With the flood situation in Assam remaining critical on Monday and affecting a population of nearly 43 lakh in 33 of its 35 districts, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma directed air dropping of food and other relief materials in areas where there is heavy inundation, officials said.

The School By the Sea

The School By the Sea

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

The school was run on strict Gandhian lines, with stress on students doing things themselves. Physical comforts were minimal, in keeping with the relatively backward geographical area. But it had a staff of teachers dedicated to educating their students, not just imparting them book-learning, remembers Shreekant Sambrani.

Mason's son scores 600/600 in Karnataka PUC

Mason's son scores 600/600 in Karnataka PUC

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

A teenager who doesn't need to be told to study, who makes no demands on his parents even while preparing for his board exams -- and then goes on to score a perfect 100%.

Will Iranian Women Bring Down The Ayatollahs?

Will Iranian Women Bring Down The Ayatollahs?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

Mahsa Amini's tragic custodial death in Tehran has triggered protests across Iran. Defiant, jean clad women minus their tunics and hijabs are marching in unison and shouting 'Down with the dictator' Women in Iran have been pushed to the wall and are no longer willing to abide by the restrictions placed on them, explains Rashme Sehgal.

26 Covid patients die in Goa hospital, oxygen scarcity under lens

26 Covid patients die in Goa hospital, oxygen scarcity under lens

Rediff.com11 May 2021

Goa Health Minister Vishwajit Rane on Tuesday said 26 Covid-19 patients died at the state-run Goa Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in the early hours and sought an investigation by the high court to find out the exact cause.

Ex-MP withdraws offensive remarks against Rahul Gandhi

Ex-MP withdraws offensive remarks against Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

After coming under fire for his sexually-coloured remarks against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, former member of Parliament Joyce George on Tuesday withdrew his comments and expressed regret publicly, even as the national party demanded his arrest while the ruling Communist Party of India-Marxist distanced itself from the slur.

Kerala reports India's first monkeypox case, Centre rushes high-level team

Kerala reports India's first monkeypox case, Centre rushes high-level team

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

A person who returned to Kerala from abroad and was hospitalised after showing signs of monkeypox tested positive for the disease, state Health Minister Veena George said on Thursday.

Preparations in full swing for Ram temple Bhoomi Poojan

Preparations in full swing for Ram temple Bhoomi Poojan

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

The prime minister will also visit the Hanuman Garhi temple and the buildings on roads leading to it too are being spruced up.

The protector of women from breast cancer

The protector of women from breast cancer

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

'Having dedicated my life towards improving breast healthcare in my motherland. I shall continue to work with rock-solid determination following this "chosen" path.'

9 more kids die in Kota, Dec toll rises to 100

9 more kids die in Kota, Dec toll rises to 100

Rediff.com1 Jan 2020

Four children died on December 30 while five on December 31, all mainly due to low birth weight, hospital superintendent Dr Suresh Dulara said.

J'khand child panel says Dumka girl a minor, seeks POCSO Act against accused

J'khand child panel says Dumka girl a minor, seeks POCSO Act against accused

Rediff.com31 Aug 2022

The committee said that the girl was a minor as per the class 10 board examination mark sheet and not an adult as claimed by the police.

Assam-Mizo border clash: Bandh affects normal life in Barak Valley

Assam-Mizo border clash: Bandh affects normal life in Barak Valley

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

The bandh, called by Barak Democratic Front and supported by political outfits including opposition AIUDF and social organisations, was "total" and there was no report of any untoward incident from any district, another official said.

Over 200 WB docs tender resignation, demand Mamata's apology

Over 200 WB docs tender resignation, demand Mamata's apology

Rediff.com15 Jun 2019

Mamata set 6 conditions for the state government to withdraw their four-day-long stir.

Yoga Day: Mamata, Kumaraswamy, Kejriwal skip events

Yoga Day: Mamata, Kumaraswamy, Kejriwal skip events

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

Kejriwal, who had joined International Yoga Day participants last year along with Lt Governor Anil Baijal and the then Union minister and now Vice President Venkaiah Naidu, was found having high blood sugar following his nine-day, arduous sit-in at the Lieutenant Governor's office.

Mysuru gang-rape: 5 labourers from Tamil Nadu arrested

Mysuru gang-rape: 5 labourers from Tamil Nadu arrested

Rediff.com28 Aug 2021

Five labourers allegedly involved in the rape of a college student near Mysuru have been arrested, Karnataka DG and IGP Praveen Sood said on Saturday.

The Soldier Who Was A Chinese PoW For 7 Months

The Soldier Who Was A Chinese PoW For 7 Months

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

'I was exhausted, hungry, unshaven and despondent.' 'My mouth was full of sores due to dehydration.' 'My clothes were in tatters due to walking through bushes and sliding down thorny slopes,' Brigadier John Parshuram Dalvi wrote of his capture during the 1962 War.

TMC's entry perks up race for Goa Assembly polls

TMC's entry perks up race for Goa Assembly polls

Rediff.com22 Dec 2021

Elections to the 40-member Goa Assembly are due in two months. Recent visits by Banerjee, Kejriwal and Prime Minister Narendra Modi heated up things in the otherwise "susegad" atmosphere in the small state.

Have You Read This Story About Hope?

Have You Read This Story About Hope?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

'The Elephant Whisperers is a hopeful story of respect and cooperation with nature in an era rife with conflict and threat to our beautiful planet.'

Would rather talk to Kashmiri youth than Pak: Shah to Farooq

Would rather talk to Kashmiri youth than Pak: Shah to Farooq

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

Shah said "three families" are answerable to the people for their failure to develop Jammu and Kashmir over the past seven decades.

Shiv Sena always suspected Shinde's closeness to Fadnavis

Shiv Sena always suspected Shinde's closeness to Fadnavis

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

Eknath Sambhaji Shinde, who on Thursday became the 20th chief minister of Maharashtra, once drove an auto-rickshaw to earn a living before rising as a formidable Shiv Sena leader.

How the world celebrated Yoga Day

How the world celebrated Yoga Day

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

The age-old Indian practice has brought people from different cultures and countries together.