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A 'lost world' of the Arctic ocean

A 'lost world' of the Arctic ocean

Rediff.com25 Jun 2004

The size of Alaska, the steep-sided submarine hole is thought to have been isolated from the surrounding ocean for millions of years.

2024 May Witness More Natural Disasters

2024 May Witness More Natural Disasters

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

'The Weather Channel argues that India faces the gravest challenge: Climate change-induced health vulnerability.' 'This is an issue often neglected, alerts Claude Arpi: "Prolonged summers, unpredictable rains, floods, droughts, and rising sea levels are the harsh realities of climate change in the country. These factors increase the frequency and severity of illnesses, pushing people into poverty, and forcing migration".'

Putin wins 5th term, warns of World War 3

Putin wins 5th term, warns of World War 3

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Putin received more votes in comparison to the 2018 elections where he bagged 76.69 per cent of the total votes counted. The performance of the other candidates was lower than that of the previous competitors of Russian President Vladimir Putin in 2018, according to reports.

Injured Prannoy withdraws from Denmark and French Open

Injured Prannoy withdraws from Denmark and French Open

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Star Indian shuttler HS Prannoy has pulled out of the Denmark Open Super 750 tournament due to a back injury that troubled him during his maiden bronze medal-winning run at the recently-concluded Asian Games.

Wah, there's a Taj Mahal in Kashmir

Wah, there's a Taj Mahal in Kashmir

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Did the Taj just move to Sonmarg?

'Arctic to be ice-free in summer in 20 years'

'Arctic to be ice-free in summer in 20 years'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2009

The Arctic may be ice-free during summer within the next 20 years, claims a new research.Now, ships will be able to sail through the ice-free Arctic in the summers. Ships traveling to Europe from the East would be able to save on journeying over 3000 miles to avoid the icy Arctic. The Arctic Ocean will warm rapidly due to the lack of ice to reflect sunlight, and the warm Arctic water will accelerate the melting of the Greenland ice, which will help the rising sea levels.

Sindhu fights back to storm into Malaysia Masters final

Sindhu fights back to storm into Malaysia Masters final

Rediff.com25 May 2024

World No. 15 Sindhu, who will be eyeing her third Olympic medal at the Paris Games in two months time, will face second seed and world no. 7 Wang Zhi Yi of China in the summit clash.

India to set foot on the Arctic for first time

India to set foot on the Arctic for first time

Rediff.com3 Aug 2007

The debut Arctic Expedition by Indian scientists was expected to enrich the treasure of knowledge on polar sciences, which provide a key to secrets of the origin of the earth and the life around

Injured Sindhu out of action for 'few weeks'

Injured Sindhu out of action for 'few weeks'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

P V Sindhu has been ruled out of action for the next few weeks after scans found a niggle in her left knee.

Are Ananya-Aditya The Newest Couple In Town?

Are Ananya-Aditya The Newest Couple In Town?

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

Social media seems to think so.

Sonakshi Gets Naughty In Egypt!

Sonakshi Gets Naughty In Egypt!

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

The New Year has started, and many film folk have resumed work. But for many others, the holiday isn't over just yet!

May the Arctic chill pass

May the Arctic chill pass

Rediff.com15 Jan 2014

'Devyani -- she is a public servant and her personal life has already received far too much attention -- and her ambitious father now need to retreat to the background so that wiser diplomatic heads restore sanity to India-US relations as India prepares for parliamentary elections,' says Ambassador K C Singh.

Denmark Open: Sindhu, Aakarshi advance; Srikanth, Lakshya out

Denmark Open: Sindhu, Aakarshi advance; Srikanth, Lakshya out

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

P V Sindhu and Aakarshi Kashyap advanced to the women's singles second round at the Denmark Open Super 750 badminton tournament.

What If Trump Wins A Second Term?

What If Trump Wins A Second Term?

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Although India-US relations have strengthened significantly in recent years, partly because of the security situation in the region, the Indian policy establishment would have to be prepared to protect India's interests in a world that could get more unpredictable.

Denmark Open: Sindhu rallies to move into quarters

Denmark Open: Sindhu rallies to move into quarters

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

The Indonesian had defeated Sindhu twice in the last three meetings this year, including one at the Madrid Spain Masters final, though the Indian came into the match with an overall 8-2 head-to-head record.

Angry P V Sindhu loses to Marin in ill-tempered semis

Angry P V Sindhu loses to Marin in ill-tempered semis

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Struggling Indian shuttler PV Sindhu lost to her old nemesis Carolina Marin of Spain in three games in an ill-tempered semifinal of the Denmark Open Super 750 tournament, which saw both players receive yellow cards for verbal exchanges, in Odense on Saturday.

Sindhu storms into Denmark Open semis

Sindhu storms into Denmark Open semis

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Sindhu will face either Spain's three-time world champion Carolina Marin or Tokyo Olympics silver medallist Tai Tzu Ying of Chinese Taipei next.

Raging winter storm has so far killed 50 people in US

Raging winter storm has so far killed 50 people in US

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

The extreme circumstances in western New York were caused by numbing cold, howling winds, and heavy 'lake-effect' snow, which was picked up by freezing air flowing over warmer lake waters.

After historic 2023, ISRO is ready for packed 2024

After historic 2023, ISRO is ready for packed 2024

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

The new year will witness two unmanned missions under the "Gaganyaan" project, deep ocean exploration project, "Samudrayaan" and many more.

China's next: 'Polar Silk Road' close to North Pole

China's next: 'Polar Silk Road' close to North Pole

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

As the ice-covered parts of the Arctic Ocean melt due to climate change, China has flagged its interest to take part in building 'Polar Silk Road', raising prospects for the emergence of a new sea route.

AWESOME Images Of The Heavens!

AWESOME Images Of The Heavens!

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

The Royal Observatory Greenwich shortlisted 34 images for its Astronomy Photographer Of The Year 2023 competition from thousands of entries received from all over the world.

The Aura Of Aurora Borealis

The Aura Of Aurora Borealis

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

Glimpses of the Northern Lights, also called Aurora Borealis, that illuminate the Polar night sky.

Brutal winter storm kills 32 in US, knocks out power

Brutal winter storm kills 32 in US, knocks out power

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Much of the death toll has been concentrated in and around Buffalo, located on the shores of Lake Erie in western New York state, where biting cold and heavy 'lake-effect' snow all through the Christmas weekend.

Where Is Pope Francis Headed?

Where Is Pope Francis Headed?

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

The pope will stay in Canada for a week and is expected to apologise to its indigenous people for the indignities perpetrated by the Church at every stop of his visit.

Covid generated 8 million tonnes of plastic waste: Study

Covid generated 8 million tonnes of plastic waste: Study

Rediff.com10 Nov 2021

The research, published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, found that a significant portion of this ocean plastic debris is expected to make its way onto either beaches or the seabed within three to four years.

US braces for dangerous Arctic blast

US braces for dangerous Arctic blast

Rediff.com6 Jan 2014

A rare "polar vortex" on Monday descended into much of the United States, pummelling parts of the country with a dangerous cold that could break decades-old records with wind chill warnings stretching from Montana to Alabama.

India keen to strengthen partnership with Russia: Modi

India keen to strengthen partnership with Russia: Modi

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

India is keen to strengthen its partnership with Russia on Arctic subjects and there is immense scope for cooperation in the field of energy as well, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said.

Modi to lead historic Yoga session at UN headquarters

Modi to lead historic Yoga session at UN headquarters

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

In a video message on the occasion of the International Day of Yoga, Prime Minister Modi said India has always nurtured traditions that unite, adopt and embrace and made a fervent appeal to eliminate contradictions, hurdles and resistances through yoga.

'Yoga free from copyright': Modi leads Yoga event at UN

'Yoga free from copyright': Modi leads Yoga event at UN

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

The prime minister, wearing an especially customised white yoga T-shirt and trousers, began his address with a 'Namaste' and thanked people for coming here from far away to attend the celebration.

Don't know what they are: US on airborne 'objects'

Don't know what they are: US on airborne 'objects'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

In a press briefing, Air Force General Glen VanHerck, who safeguards United States airspace as head of North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) and Northern Command, said, "We're calling them objects, not balloons, for a reason."

Modi reaches Denmark, holds talks with Danish PM

Modi reaches Denmark, holds talks with Danish PM

Rediff.com3 May 2022

As a special gesture, Frederiksen received Modi at the airport. He arrived in Copenhagen from Germany.

'Climate change is a reality'

'Climate change is a reality'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

'When there is a change in the wind speed or the stress exerted on the surface, it will change the ocean currents.'

World rolls out mats to celebrate Yoga Day

World rolls out mats to celebrate Yoga Day

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

Yoga was the mantra and asanas the discipline on Wednesday as millions across the globe and distant corners of India stretched for the skies and dived for their toes, breathed in and out -- mindfully -- and twisted and turned to celebrate the International Day of Yoga.

2022 was the 5th warmest year on record, says NASA

2022 was the 5th warmest year on record, says NASA

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

"This warming trend is alarming," said NASA Administrator Bill Nelson.

India continues with Russian oil buys, cuts shipments from Saudi

India continues with Russian oil buys, cuts shipments from Saudi

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

Russia dominated Saudi Arabia in oil supplies as the world's fastest-growing major economy for fossil fuels in October, relegating the Kingdom to third place. Iraq was India's top oil supplier, according to the data from Vortexa. Saudi Arabia's decline in India's oil market has coincided with Russia's rise, and ironically occurred amid growing diplomatic ties between Riyadh and New Delhi. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud is visiting India this month to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Respecting Religious Sentiments Doesn't Mean Constructing 6-Lane Highways

Respecting Religious Sentiments Doesn't Mean Constructing 6-Lane Highways

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

In recent years, the twin demands of both religion and defence have been added to the development argument to sweep aside environmental and terrain considerations while undertaking infrastructure development in the Himalayan zone, points out former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

Modi to hold summit meets in Germany, Denmark, France from May 2-4

Modi to hold summit meets in Germany, Denmark, France from May 2-4

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a three-day visit to Germany, Denmark and France from May 2 to 4 to further expand bilateral ties in diverse areas.

Bharti's OneWeb to bring satellite broadband to India in 2022

Bharti's OneWeb to bring satellite broadband to India in 2022

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

Bharti Group-backed OneWeb on Monday said it has entered an arrangement with the commercial arm of ISRO, NewSpace India Limited (NSIL), to launch its satellite in India from 2022.

STUNNING Northern Lights dazzle across the sky

STUNNING Northern Lights dazzle across the sky

Rediff.com8 Oct 2014

As the name suggests, the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) are especially related to polar regions, and occur in a 2,500 km radius centered on the magnetic north pole.

Was this Virat and Anushka's honeymoon destination?

Was this Virat and Anushka's honeymoon destination?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2017

It's out of the world!