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No new deaths due to COVID in 17 states

No new deaths due to COVID in 17 states

Rediff.com13 Feb 2021

A total of 17 states and union territories that have not reported any new deaths in the last 24 hours are Telangana, Odisha, Jharkhand, Puducherry, Chandigarh, Nagaland, Assam, Manipur, Sikkim, Meghalaya, Ladakh, Mizoram, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Tripura, Lakshadweep, Arunachal Pradesh and Daman and Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli.

Yuki Bhambri in Round 2 of Australian Open qualifiers

Yuki Bhambri in Round 2 of Australian Open qualifiers

Rediff.com11 Jan 2022

However, Ramkumar Ramanathan and Ankita Raina's campaign ended in the first round itself.

Shaurya Chakra awardee Balwinder Singh Sandhu cremated

Shaurya Chakra awardee Balwinder Singh Sandhu cremated

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

Earlier, the family had refused to cremate the body unless the accused were arrested, but then agreed to conduct the last rites after an assurance was given by the Tarn Taran district administration about prompt action in the case.

Football friendly: UAE hit India for a six

Football friendly: UAE hit India for a six

Rediff.com29 Mar 2021

India suffered an embarrassing 0-6 rout at the hands of formidable United Arab Emirates -- their heaviest defeat against the Gulf side -- in the second international football friendly in Dubai on Monday.

Akash Kumar beaten in World Boxing semis

Akash Kumar beaten in World Boxing semis

Rediff.com4 Nov 2021

Debutant Akash Kumar (54kg) signed off with a bronze medal in the AIBA men's World Boxing Championships after losing to Kazakhstan teenager Makhmud Sabyrkhan in the semi-finals, in Belgrade, on Thursday.

'We don't ascribe to tags like South Indian or Bollywood'

'We don't ascribe to tags like South Indian or Bollywood'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2022

'The cross-pollination between the states has always been happening.' 'It's only over the past one or two years that all this talk about South versus Bollywood has been happening.'

I will compete in decathlon in Asian Games: Tejaswin

I will compete in decathlon in Asian Games: Tejaswin

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

India's high jumper Tejaswin Shankar on Thursday said he has not been able to perform to his full potential owing to chronic tendonitis and it's now a "certainty" that he will compete in decathlon at next year's Asian Games.

India eyeing Ukraine, Russia's wheat market share in 30 countries

India eyeing Ukraine, Russia's wheat market share in 30 countries

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

A decision to tap the 30 countries for exporting wheat was taken at a meeting of the commerce ministry on Thursday.

How Nick Kyrgios Reached Wimbledon Final

How Nick Kyrgios Reached Wimbledon Final

Rediff.com9 Jul 2022

The maverick Australian is in his first Slam final after a roller-coaster career.

The Godfather: A Hell to Make

The Godfather: A Hell to Make

Rediff.com18 Mar 2022

Despite the Oscars, the box office glory, and the universal acclaim, Francis Ford Coppola, I am sure, remembers The Godfather with as much frustration as pride. Like Michael Corleone, he got into it with the best of intentions, and got out of it on top but lost in the heights. Sreehari Nair revisits the film as it turns 50 this month.

'No man can do more than give his life for his country'

'No man can do more than give his life for his country'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

At this time, sixty years ago, Brigadier John Parshuram Dalvi and a majority of his men were captured as prisoners of war by the Chinese during the 1962 war. His son Michael Dalvi, 77, has preserved his father's memory and the story of the gallant men of the 7th Infantry Brigade with honour.

Finally, a shimmer of hope for the 'golden fibre'

Finally, a shimmer of hope for the 'golden fibre'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

In the early part of 1800, a 30-acre plot next to Fort Gloster on the banks of river Hooghly in Howrah district of Bengal was the nerve centre of industrial activity; it housed India's first steam-powered cotton mill, Bowreah Mills, which was set up by a British merchant and went on to become a hub of factories - a rum distillery, foundry, cotton yarn factory, an oil mill and a paper mill, et al. Spearheaded by Dwarkanath Tagore, the industrialist grandfather of Rabindranath Tagore, the commercial complex was possibly the first of its kind in the country. Close to 200 years later, after much ebb and flow of history, the hub is set for a resurgence of sorts.

What BJP's Gujarat Win Proves

What BJP's Gujarat Win Proves

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

What these elections prove beyond any doubt (if ever there was one) that Modi's hold over public mind and Shah's mastery of election management are unparalleled. It doesn't seem likely that they will be matched any time soon in the Indian political scene, reaffirms Shreekant Sambrani.

COVID-19: India records 44,230 new cases, 555 more deaths

COVID-19: India records 44,230 new cases, 555 more deaths

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

The number of active cases has gone up to 4,05,155, accounting for 1.28 per cent of the total caseload, while the national COVID-19 recovery rate was recorded at 97.38 per cent, the data showed.

Is A Vaccine Booster Needed?

Is A Vaccine Booster Needed?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2021

'There is no emergency of a third wave that we are rushing for booster doses.'

Sagarmala project: Poor planning on container traffic haunting shippers

Sagarmala project: Poor planning on container traffic haunting shippers

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

Since January this year, Indian exporters have begun to dread the shipping news. That's because most of it would be about another lot of shipping companies deciding to avoid Indian ports on account of delays.

Why the Taliban Conquered Without A Fight

Why the Taliban Conquered Without A Fight

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

The Afghan tradition of gaining control of areas does not necessarily involve combat. Most engagements are settled through negotiations and pay-offs before battle is joined. This style of fighting is peculiar to Afghanistan, explains Ajai Shukla, who witnessed such a transaction between the Taliban and the Northern Alliance in November 2001.

'Indrani was very angry'

'Indrani was very angry'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

'At any point did you find out why Sheena had not disclosed her true relationship with Indrani?' Rahul: 'Sheena had told me as her grandparents were dependent on Indrani financially (and if she told the truth) her grandparents would suffer.' 'She had slapped Sheena the night before which she was very not happy about.'

Nitish Kumar, The King Of Somersaults

Nitish Kumar, The King Of Somersaults

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

Wait for a while before he does another somersault... But one thing is reasonably certain -- the twice betrayed BJP may not embrace him again, predicts Virendra Kapoor.

Vikas Dubey had 3 bullet injuries in chest, 1 in hand: Doctor

Vikas Dubey had 3 bullet injuries in chest, 1 in hand: Doctor

Rediff.com10 Jul 2020

A panel of three doctors at Lala Lajpat Rai Hospital, which is attached to Ganesh Shankar Vidhyarthi Medical College, performed the post-mortem of Vikas Dubey. The post-mortem has been videographed, a doctor involved in it said, adding that the police have been briefed about the findings and the report would be handed over very soon.

PIX: Elgar keeps India at bay; 2nd Test evenly poised

PIX: Elgar keeps India at bay; 2nd Test evenly poised

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

Images from Day 3 of the second Test between South Africa and India, in Johannesburg, on Wednesday.

Sports Shorts: Mumbai to host IOC session in 2023

Sports Shorts: Mumbai to host IOC session in 2023

Rediff.com19 Feb 2022

Indian Pro boxer Chandni goes down to Shin Bo in WBO Asia Pacific title clash.

India administering vaccine at the fastest rate: Govt

India administering vaccine at the fastest rate: Govt

Rediff.com7 Apr 2021

India has surpassed the United States to become the fastest COVID-19 vaccinating country in the world with an average daily rate of 30,93,861 vaccine doses, the Union health ministry said.

Beaten India aim for improved batting in 2nd T20 vs England

Beaten India aim for improved batting in 2nd T20 vs England

Rediff.com13 Mar 2021

Left shaken by a bunch of world-class operators, the Indian team's white-ball stars will be aiming to put up an improved batting effort in the second T20 International against England in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

Champions League: PSG edge Real; City rout Lisbon

Champions League: PSG edge Real; City rout Lisbon

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

Images from the UEFA Champions League group matches played on Tuesday night

Ranji Roundup: Gharami announces arrival; Mumbai on top

Ranji Roundup: Gharami announces arrival; Mumbai on top

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

A round-up of Day 1 of the Ranji Trophy matches played on Monday

Sports Shorts: Sharath Kamal sails into at WTT Contender semis

Sports Shorts: Sharath Kamal sails into at WTT Contender semis

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

Avinash Sable's national mark headlines strong showing in IGP 2

'We have to ensure vaccines work against new variants'

'We have to ensure vaccines work against new variants'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2022

Adar Poonawalla says it took a five-minute chat with his father Cyrus before making the decision to manufacture Covishield. The bet paid off, and handsomely. Serum Institute now has the capacity to make 4 billion doses of Covishield annually.

Pak journalist Hamid Mir barred from hosting TV show

Pak journalist Hamid Mir barred from hosting TV show

Rediff.com31 May 2021

"Nothing new for me. I was banned twice in the past. Lost jobs twice. Survived assassination attempts but cannot stop raising voice for the rights given in the Constitution. This time I'm ready for any consequences and ready to go at any extent because they are threatening my family," he tweeted.

Smog chokes Delhi; worst post-Diwali AQI in 5 yrs

Smog chokes Delhi; worst post-Diwali AQI in 5 yrs

Rediff.com5 Nov 2021

The neighbouring cities of Faridabad (469), Greater Noida (464), Ghaziabad (470), Gurgaon (472) also recorded 'severe' air pollution levels.

PICS: Manchester Utd edge Palace; Spurs have it easy

PICS: Manchester Utd edge Palace; Spurs have it easy

Rediff.com5 Dec 2021

Images from Sunday's action in the Premier League.

3rd ODI: Mithali, Mandhana and spinners script India's 1st win of England tour

3rd ODI: Mithali, Mandhana and spinners script India's 1st win of England tour

Rediff.com4 Jul 2021

Mithali Raj played a captain's knock to guide India Women to a consolation four-wicket win over England

'The more India poses a threat to China...'

'The more India poses a threat to China...'

Rediff.com26 May 2022

'China would want to take a tougher stance against India forming those strategic partnerships and prevent Quad from becoming a military alliance.'

Ranji SF: Hardik Tamore ton helps Mumbai post 393 against UP

Ranji SF: Hardik Tamore ton helps Mumbai post 393 against UP

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

Tamore, who was roped in as replacement for the injured Aditya Tare, reposed the faith of the team management, and along with all-rounder Shams Mulani (50) frustrated the UP attack after play commenced late due to wet outfield.

World Race Walking C'ships: Indian women script history; heartbreak for Khatri

World Race Walking C'ships: Indian women script history; heartbreak for Khatri

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

Khatri was pulled in to the penalty zone by the referee as the Indian threw up his hands on his head in disappointment.

Daily COVID-19 cases in India lowest in 571 days

Daily COVID-19 cases in India lowest in 571 days

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

The number of fresh cases of the coronavirus infection has been recorded below 15,000 for the last 47 days now.

'It was not a mob. It was a revolution'

'It was not a mob. It was a revolution'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

'This is a historical moment in the political history of Sri Lanka.' 'You can see the amount of pressure that is coming from the people because nobody addressed the policy blunders, multiple corruption charges and huge scandals.'

Katariya 'tricks' as India women make Olympics hockey quarter-finals

Katariya 'tricks' as India women make Olympics hockey quarter-finals

Rediff.com31 Jul 2021

India's chances of going through depends on the result of the last Pool A match between Ireland and Great Britain, later in the day.

ASK MF GURU: 'I haven't invested in MFs'

ASK MF GURU: 'I haven't invested in MFs'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2022

Omkeshwar Singh, Head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.

Women's WC: India rout Bangladesh to keep semis hopes alive

Women's WC: India rout Bangladesh to keep semis hopes alive

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

India galloped to a 110-run win over Bangladesh in their must-win ICC Women's World Cup match, keeping themselves in the reckoning for a place in the semi-finals, in Hamilton on Tuesday.