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Bharat Biotech has two more Covid vaccines in pipeline

Bharat Biotech has two more Covid vaccines in pipeline

Rediff.com16 Jan 2021

First a scientist and then a businessman, founder chairman Krishna Ella quit his faculty position at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, United States, in 1996 to return to India.

'Mumbai air is more toxic than Delhi's'

'Mumbai air is more toxic than Delhi's'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

'When you are travelling in Mumbai when the air quality is bad, you feel suffocated.' 'You may feel uncomfortable breathing Delhi air, but the level of discomfort is higher in Mumbai.'

Why was Krunal trolled during Hooda's innings?

Why was Krunal trolled during Hooda's innings?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2021

In January, Hooda left the Baroda squad's bio-bubble on the eve of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, accusing Captain Krunal of bullying and using abusive language in front of team-mates.

BCCI to discuss Ranji sched, FTP 2023-31 at apex meet

BCCI to discuss Ranji sched, FTP 2023-31 at apex meet

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

There are seven items on the agenda and right at the top of the list is domestic cricket, which also includes junior and women's categories.

Australia confirm first tour of Pakistan in 24 years

Australia confirm first tour of Pakistan in 24 years

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

Australia, who last toured Pakistan in 1998, will play three Tests, an equal number of one-day internationals and one T20 match between March 4 and April 5.

Is Nagarjuna WORRIED about his sons?

Is Nagarjuna WORRIED about his sons?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

'Ups and downs in their professional and personal life are bound to be there.'

England-bound cricketers land in Mumbai

England-bound cricketers land in Mumbai

Rediff.com19 May 2021

The BCCI deployed three charter flights -- from Delhi, Hyderabad and Chennai -- for both the men and women cricketers to assemble in Mumbai and join the team bio bubble on May 24 before flying out for the tour of England.

Yuzi and Dhanashree's Maldives vacation

Yuzi and Dhanashree's Maldives vacation

Rediff.com27 Feb 2021

The choreographer and the spinner are painting the social media blue with the serene skies and sprawling sea.

Krunal tests positive for COVID-19; SL vs India 2nd T20I postponed

Krunal tests positive for COVID-19; SL vs India 2nd T20I postponed

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

All-rounder Krunal Pandya tested positive for COVID-19, forcing the postponement of Tuesday's second T20 International between Sri Lanka and India in Colombo.

Shardul replaces Axar in T20 World Cup squad

Shardul replaces Axar in T20 World Cup squad

Rediff.com13 Oct 2021

Shardul Thakur replaced spinner Axar Patel, who was transferred to the list of standby players.

'Dil Mange Mower', says Rishabh

'Dil Mange Mower', says Rishabh

Rediff.com12 May 2021

Rishabh Pant is keeping himself busy during his quarantine using the lawn mower at his home in New Delhi.

What India needs to do to avert China-like Covid surge

What India needs to do to avert China-like Covid surge

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

"Provide enough infrastructure and money to carry out surveillance and set up a robust routine surveillance machinery for the country to monitor any and every infectious disease'

Omicron survives much longer on plastic, skin: Study

Omicron survives much longer on plastic, skin: Study

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

The yet-to-be peer-reviewed study, posted recently on the preprint repository BioRxiv, found that the Alpha, Beta, Delta, and Omicron variants exhibited more than two-fold longer survival on plastic and skin surfaces, than the Wuhan strain.

Team India touches down in South Africa

Team India touches down in South Africa

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

The Indian team landed in South Africa for the Test series, starting on December 26.

Ranbaxy buys 15% stake in Jupiter Bio

Ranbaxy buys 15% stake in Jupiter Bio

Rediff.com29 May 2007

Jupiter Bioscience, a manufacturer of specialised organic compounds, on Tuesday said it has allotted 14.91 per cent stake to Ranbaxy Laboratories through issue of share warrants on preferential basis for Rs 46.70 crore (Rs 467 billion).

T20 World Cup in India on track despite COVID-19, says ICC

T20 World Cup in India on track despite COVID-19, says ICC

Rediff.com7 Apr 2021

is scheduled to host the Twenty20 World Cup in six months' time and Geoff Allardice, the acting chief executive of ICC, feels there is enough time before they need to hit the panic button.

PIX: Kohli, Pant, Ashwin in Dubai for IPL

PIX: Kohli, Pant, Ashwin in Dubai for IPL

Rediff.com12 Sep 2021

The 2021 IPL, which was suspended in May owing to a COVID-19 outbreak in its bubble, will resume in the UAE from September 19.

Why managing IPL in UAE will be 'slightly easier'

Why managing IPL in UAE will be 'slightly easier'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2020

With the ICC headquartered in Dubai, the BCCI, if need be, can take help of the global body which has a huge team of ACU officials who can be hired

Bombay HC to hear PIL seeking cancelling of IPL 2021

Bombay HC to hear PIL seeking cancelling of IPL 2021

Rediff.com4 May 2021

The Bombay High Court will hear, on Thursday, the PIL seeking direction to Board of Control for Cricket in India to cancel or postpone IPL 2021 due to the current COVID-19 situation in the country.

Kerala imposes fresh curbs as Covid cases see massive surge

Kerala imposes fresh curbs as Covid cases see massive surge

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

The Kerala government imposed fresh restrictions in the state as a preventive measure to contain the rising number of COVID-19 cases.

Vaccine trials: Bharat Biotech recruits 23,000 volunteers

Vaccine trials: Bharat Biotech recruits 23,000 volunteers

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

Covaxin is being developed by Bharat Biotech jointly with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)- National Institute of Virology (NIV). The Phase III human clinical trials of Covaxin began mid-November, targeted to be done in 26,000 volunteers and it is the country's first and only Phase III efficacy study for a COVID-19 vaccine, a press release from the vaccine maker said on Saturday night.

Sensex hits 43,000-mark for first time; Nifty tops 12,600

Sensex hits 43,000-mark for first time; Nifty tops 12,600

Rediff.com10 Nov 2020

Bajaj Finance was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, surging around 9 per cent, followed by IndusInd Bank, L&T, Bajaj Finserv, HDFC, SBI, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, ONGC and Axis Bank. On the other hand, Tech Mahindra, HCL Tech, Infosys, Nestle India, Sun Pharma and TCS closed in the red.

Could New Zealand be neutral venue for Tests?

Could New Zealand be neutral venue for Tests?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

On Sunday, New Zealand lifted most of the restrictions imposed due to the pandemic after no active cases were reported.

'Rhea's just getting out of her trauma'

'Rhea's just getting out of her trauma'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2021

'Those who go to see Chehre in the hope of getting a good look at Rhea are in for a disappointment.'

British intel report says Covid may have leaked from Chinese lab

British intel report says Covid may have leaked from Chinese lab

Rediff.com31 May 2021

British intelligence agencies now believe it is 'feasible' that the COVID-19 pandemic began with a coronavirus leak from a Chinese bio laboratory, a media report said here on Sunday, prompting Vaccines Minister Nadhim Zahawi to demand that the World Health Organisation (WHO) must fully investigate the origins of the deadly virus.

Mixing different vaccines produces better immune response: Study

Mixing different vaccines produces better immune response: Study

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

Following up first doses of the AstraZeneca or Pfizer vaccines with second doses of the Moderna or Novavax jabs generates robust immune response against COVID-19, according to a study published in The Lancet journal.

Will Saina promote Saina?

Will Saina promote Saina?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2021

'By the time Parineeti comes to Saina, the audience would be suffering from an overdose.'

Aus tour: Captain Kohli moves into Team India bubble

Aus tour: Captain Kohli moves into Team India bubble

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

With Royal Challengers Bangalore losing to Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL Eliminator match on Friday, India captain Virat Kohli moved into the bio-bubble created for the Indian players as they prepare for the upcoming tour of Australia.

'Empty stadiums could affect Ben Stokes' performance'

'Empty stadiums could affect Ben Stokes' performance'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2020

It will be interesting to see how different players react to the new normal of playing in spectator-less grounds.

Boycott quits BBC's commentary team over COVID-19 concerns

Boycott quits BBC's commentary team over COVID-19 concerns

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

'My contract with BBC finished end of last summer. I would loved to continue but need to be realistic & honest with myself. Covid-19 has made the decision for both of us.'

Pakistan head coach Misbah and bowling coach Waqar step down

Pakistan head coach Misbah and bowling coach Waqar step down

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

Pakistan head coach Misbah-ul-Haq and bowling coach Waqar Younis have stepped down from their respective roles, the country's cricket board (PCB) said on Monday.

India's Covid vaccine hope rolls over to 2021; panel to meet again on Jan 1

India's Covid vaccine hope rolls over to 2021; panel to meet again on Jan 1

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

The expert committee sought more information from Serum Institute regarding the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine.

'Winning the IPL is not easy'

'Winning the IPL is not easy'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

'The players all appreciate -- we all appreciate -- the fact that despite the pandemic and the restrictions, because of all of this protocol that has been put in place, the IPL season is still happening.'

US authorizes Pfizer's COVID vaccine for emergency use

US authorizes Pfizer's COVID vaccine for emergency use

Rediff.com12 Dec 2020

According to The New York Times, this move means that many highly vulnerable people will begin receiving the vaccine within days. It further called the authorisation by the FDA as a 'historic turning point' as the US death toll from the Wuhan-originated virus nears 300,000.

Rahane shakes a leg with Aarya

Rahane shakes a leg with Aarya

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

'My entertainment in quarantine #Day1.'

Little choice for beverage cos but to import paper straws

Little choice for beverage cos but to import paper straws

Rediff.com23 Jun 2022

Parle Agro, which sells beverages such as Frooti in small tetra packs, has already started importing paper straws. Dabur India, which sells its fruit juices in tetra packs under the brand Real, is also considering importing paper straws.

SA confirm two COVID-19 cases ahead of Lanka series

SA confirm two COVID-19 cases ahead of Lanka series

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

The selectors have added uncapped batsman Raynard van Tonder, seamer Lutho Sipamla and all-rounder Dwaine Pretorius to the squad.

Another blow to DC as Nortje tests positive for COVID-19

Another blow to DC as Nortje tests positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

'He came in with a negative report, but has unfortunately tested positive'

'Varun needs to understand the language of a soldier'

'Varun needs to understand the language of a soldier'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

Varun will play Param Vir Chakra winner Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal in Ekkis.

IPL 2020: CSK, KKR to fly 10 exclusive net bowlers to UAE

IPL 2020: CSK, KKR to fly 10 exclusive net bowlers to UAE

Rediff.com11 Aug 2020

Chennai Super Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals confirmed that they are preparing a roster of net bowlers.