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Blast in Nashik factory; 15 feared dead

Blast in Nashik factory; 15 feared dead

Rediff.com5 May 2007

The factory at Harsule village produces gelatines, police said.

Death would have been better, cry Shimla landslide victims

Death would have been better, cry Shimla landslide victims

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Shimla has witnessed several landslides in the past weeks with the toll in rain-related incidents in the district in the past 10 days rising to 26, which include 17 deaths in Summer Hill landslide, five in Fagli and two in Krishna Nagar.

'Modi Fatigue Has Set In'

'Modi Fatigue Has Set In'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

'Modigate is snowballing into a huge thing with the electorate. The BJP is in for huge punishment by the electorate.'

WC PHOTOS: All-round Australia outclass Pakistan

WC PHOTOS: All-round Australia outclass Pakistan

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

'That was proper (batting) from those two, it set the tone for how we want to play our cricket, take the game on.'

Fletcher blames failure to build partnerships on batting collapse

Fletcher blames failure to build partnerships on batting collapse

Rediff.com3 Jan 2012

India cricket coach Duncan Fletcher conceded that struggling opener Gautam Gambhir will have to be a "lot more positive" in his approach to come out of his lean patch in the ongoing Test series against Australia but defended the team's batsmen despite their continuing poor run.

Michaung damages infra in Andhra, subsides into cyclonic storm

Michaung damages infra in Andhra, subsides into cyclonic storm

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

Severe cyclonic storm Michaung crossed south Andhra Pradesh coast close to Bapatla district between 12.30 pm and 2.30 pm on Tuesday with maximum gales of up to 90-100 km per hour speed, said an Amaravati Meteorological Centre official.

How to prevent losses in a major quake

How to prevent losses in a major quake

Rediff.com20 May 2016

'If a major earthquake of the kind that hit Nepal hits us in Delhi, 35 per cent of our homes would be destroyed.'

Ahead of PM's visit, Morbi hospital gets a facelift

Ahead of PM's visit, Morbi hospital gets a facelift

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

Workers were seen cleaning and painting a portion of the 300-bed hospital, which is a ground plus two-storey structure of three wings, ahead of Modi's visit later Tuesday.

Indonesia Earthquake Kills Students in School

Indonesia Earthquake Kills Students in School

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

Many of the deceased are said to be school students who were trapped while taking lessons at several schools.

Rahul begins 6,700-km nyay yatra; vows an India devoid of violence, hate

Rahul begins 6,700-km nyay yatra; vows an India devoid of violence, hate

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday embarked on the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra from Thoubal in Manipur with a promise to bring peace and harmony in the ethnic violence-hit state.

Bangladesh fire tragedy toll rises to 29, search for missing on

Bangladesh fire tragedy toll rises to 29, search for missing on

Rediff.com11 Sep 2016

Witnesses and media have reported that smokes were still coming out from the sight despite claims by the fire fighters to have douse the fire.

'We are seeing only scenes of death and destruction'

'We are seeing only scenes of death and destruction'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

'Deaths, sick and injured people in the affected areas and worried fellow citizens elsewhere in Turkiye, it's a living nightmare for us'

'My worry relates to possibility of social collapse'

'My worry relates to possibility of social collapse'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

'The theme of death seems to be a theme about which many of us, raised in Western societies, have almost completely removed from consciousness; it represents a theme that is suddenly and forcefully resurging now.' 'And for some, this is scary and destabilising.'

Maha rains: Over 3,500 people moved to safety, NDRF deployed

Maha rains: Over 3,500 people moved to safety, NDRF deployed

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde reviewed the rain situation on Tuesday and said over 3,500 people had been shifted to safer places from flood-prone and vulnerable spots across the state, where several districts, including Mumbai, experienced downpour.

If suffering in Gaza intensifies...: US warns Israel

If suffering in Gaza intensifies...: US warns Israel

Rediff.com4 Nov 2023

United States President Joe Biden and his top advisors have warned Israel that it will become increasingly difficult for it to pursue its military goals in Gaza as global outcry intensifies about the scale of humanitarian suffering in the crisis-stricken region, CNN reported.

Toll rises to 122; more rains forecast for Monday in Tamil Nadu

Toll rises to 122; more rains forecast for Monday in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com22 Nov 2015

Schools and colleges are set to reopen on Monday in three adjoining districts of Chennai, Kancheepuram and Thiruvallur after remaining closed for nearly ten days in view of the monsoon fury.

Prayers, floral tributes on 2nd quake anniversary

Prayers, floral tributes on 2nd quake anniversary

Rediff.com26 Jan 2003

Several people who were part of the relief and rescue work also gathered at various places to mark the occasion.

'18 metres more to go' to reach trapped tunnel workers

'18 metres more to go' to reach trapped tunnel workers

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

The resumption of drilling with the auger machine is likely to speed up the rescue efforts.

Sports Shorts: Ajax midfielder Nouri out of danger after collapsing on pitch

Sports Shorts: Ajax midfielder Nouri out of danger after collapsing on pitch

Rediff.com9 Jul 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Sunday

7 construction workers killed in wall collapse in Guntur

7 construction workers killed in wall collapse in Guntur

Rediff.com15 May 2016

The state government announced a compensation of Rs 20 lakh each to the victims' families, Guntur district Collector Kantilal Dande said.

New Japan quake kills at least 40, many more feared trapped

New Japan quake kills at least 40, many more feared trapped

Rediff.com16 Apr 2016

The 6.5 magnitude quake on Thursday in the same region of Kumamoto brought down buildings, killing nine people and injuring about 800.

Why Securing Gateway of Tears Is Critical For India

Why Securing Gateway of Tears Is Critical For India

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

The Indian Navy, which regards itself as the 'net security provider' in the Indian Ocean Region, has also stepped up to the plate, with a warship stationed at all times off the Gulf of Aden for counter-piracy tasks. 91 Indian warships have been deployed in the region since 2008, patrolling high risk areas where piracy was rampant.

Victoria pulls out of 2026 CWG: 'Won't take money out of hospital, school fund'

Victoria pulls out of 2026 CWG: 'Won't take money out of hospital, school fund'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

Australia's state of Victoria will not host the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to projected cost overruns.

PIX: Bangladesh crush Afghanistan to keep Asia Cup hopes alive

PIX: Bangladesh crush Afghanistan to keep Asia Cup hopes alive

Rediff.com3 Sep 2023

IMAGES from the Asia Cup match between Bangladesh and Afghanistan played in Lahore on Sunday

Russia hits Ukrainian capital Kyiv with kamikaze drones

Russia hits Ukrainian capital Kyiv with kamikaze drones

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

'The Russians think it will help them, but these actions look like desperation'

As India steps on gas for infra building, repairs are left out

As India steps on gas for infra building, repairs are left out

Rediff.com11 Aug 2016

Little attention is being paid to keep roads, bridges and flyovers in good shape

Karnataka loss makes BJP ease age rule in fierce MP fight

Karnataka loss makes BJP ease age rule in fierce MP fight

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Behind its high-decibel campaign, powered by well-organised party machinery, the BJP also appears to have made a slight departure from its 'next generation' approach to stay ahead of an aggressive Congress and enhance its prospects of securing a majority of seats.

Operation Twilight continues on Day 4; 4 terrorists killed in Sylhet building

Operation Twilight continues on Day 4; 4 terrorists killed in Sylhet building

Rediff.com27 Mar 2017

Of the four terrorists, two including a woman were killed on Monday. The bodies of the female terrorist and one man were handed over to police but two others were inside as they were wired or surrounded by explosives.

Turkey earthquake: Footballer trapped under rubble

Turkey earthquake: Footballer trapped under rubble

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Former Newcastle winger Atsu missing after Turkey earthquake

India Needs Insulation From Grey Rhinos

India Needs Insulation From Grey Rhinos

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

India must be prepared to deal with climate disasters, geopolitical confrontations, and social strife linked to global events, asserts Jayant Sinha, chairman of Parliament's Standing Committee on Finance.

'What is happening is not vikas but vinash'

'What is happening is not vikas but vinash'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

'These kinds of tunnels are not meant for the Himalayas.' 'Development should be good for all people and not where you make a tunnel and 40 people get trapped.'

Over 89 dead, 100 injured as explosion rips through building in Madhya Pradesh

Over 89 dead, 100 injured as explosion rips through building in Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com12 Sep 2015

The blast occurred when a huge pile of explosives kept inside a building went off.

Indian crypto exchanges stay put in business after 'a year to forget'

Indian crypto exchanges stay put in business after 'a year to forget'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

The price of bitcoin, the bestselling cryptocurrency, has shrunk nearly three times this year to mark the fate of such digital assets. Crashing prices, regulatory uncertainty and taxes have put Indian crypto exchanges in troubled waters. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's budget for FY23 announced a 30 per cent tax on any income from the transfer of virtual digital assets.

Auto sales collapse in May amid lockdown

Auto sales collapse in May amid lockdown

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

After the easing of lockdown in mid-May, auto companies were able to resume production in a phased manner, but the ramp-up was slow due to a broken supply chain, and lockdown-induced restrictions.

RCB didn't get us out, we got ourselves out: Sangakkara

RCB didn't get us out, we got ourselves out: Sangakkara

Rediff.com14 May 2023

Following their crushing 112-run defeat at the hands of Royal Challengers Bangalore, Rajasthan Royals coach Kumar Sangakkara said they have only theirselves to blame.

Kolkata Metro creates history, runs rake under river for first time in India

Kolkata Metro creates history, runs rake under river for first time in India

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

The metro rake which had only officials and engineers on board ran under the Hooghly from Kolkata to Howrah on the other side of the river.

What went wrong as Pak lost crucial tie against Zimbabwe

What went wrong as Pak lost crucial tie against Zimbabwe

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

Losing back-to-back wickets put us under pressure, says Pakistan skipper after loss to Zimbabwe

Babar guides Pakistan to big win over NZ, No 1 ODI ranking

Babar guides Pakistan to big win over NZ, No 1 ODI ranking

Rediff.com6 May 2023

Babar Azam scored his 18th century as Pakistan trounced New Zealand by 102 runs in the fourth One-Day International at the National stadium in Karachi on Friday. His 107 off 117 balls fired Pakistan to 334 for 6. In reply, New Zealand were shot out for 232 all out, their lowest total of the series.

'RBI won't allow any cooperative bank to collapse'

'RBI won't allow any cooperative bank to collapse'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2019

One incident should not be used to generalise the health of all cooperative banks, says RBI governor Shaktikanta Das.

Why 2018 Is The 'Real' Kerala Story

Why 2018 Is The 'Real' Kerala Story

Rediff.com15 May 2023

Kindness and compassion is all you need to survive and build your life. And that is what makes 2018's Kerala story so relevant, notes Divya Nair.