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Recipe: Breakfast Ham And Walnut Bagels

Recipe: Breakfast Ham And Walnut Bagels

Rediff.com5 days ago

How do you turn a simple bagel into a hearty breakfast?

BCCI CoE still seeking Head of Sports Science amid injury concerns, says V V S Laxman

BCCI CoE still seeking Head of Sports Science amid injury concerns, says V V S Laxman

Rediff.com6 days ago

VVS Laxman, chief of the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE), confirmed that the search for a permanent Head of Sports Science and Medicine is ongoing, nearly 18 months after Nitin Patel's departure, despite mounting injury cases among Indian cricketers.

Govt plans to send FCRA Bill to joint Parl panel for scrutiny

Govt plans to send FCRA Bill to joint Parl panel for scrutiny

Rediff.com3 days ago

The government is considering sending 'The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026' to a joint committee of both houses of Parliament for further examination, even as the Congress and some other opposition parties have demanded that it be withdrawn, sources said on Tuesday.

PM lays out seven-point Sapta Dhara framework for Viksit Bharat

PM lays out seven-point Sapta Dhara framework for Viksit Bharat

Rediff.com7 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has introduced a 'Sapta Dhara' (seven-stream) reform framework, aiming to propel India into a developed nation by 2047. This comprehensive plan focuses on key sectors including manufacturing, agro-food processing, technology, logistics, defence, green and blue economy, and soft power, leveraging the nation's youth potential.

Caste, Covid jab: What citizens have to answer in Census 2027

Caste, Covid jab: What citizens have to answer in Census 2027

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Centre has notified 40 questions for the upcoming Census 2027, including caste and place of Covid vaccination, marking the first time caste details will be collected as part of the decadal exercise. The population enumeration will be a fully digital process, with an option for self-enumeration.

'Don't you want people to be healthy?': SC slams FSSAI over packaged food warning labels

'Don't you want people to be healthy?': SC slams FSSAI over packaged food warning labels

Rediff.com1 days ago

The top court was hearing a PIL of public charitable trust 3S and Our Health Society seeking directions to the Centre, states and Union territories to implement mandatory front-of-package warning labels (FOPL) on packaged foods.

Nagpur NEET aspirant allotted Abu Dhabi centre; NTA says it was chosen by him

Nagpur NEET aspirant allotted Abu Dhabi centre; NTA says it was chosen by him

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has clarified the controversy surrounding a NEET-UG re-test candidate being allotted an examination centre in Abu Dhabi, stating the student himself had chosen the venue. Following a request, the NTA re-allotted a centre in Nagpur.

East Bengal Face Crucial AFC Champions League Two Qualifier

East Bengal Face Crucial AFC Champions League Two Qualifier

Rediff.com4 days ago

Reigning Indian Super League champions East Bengal are set to face Kuwaiti league runners-up Al Arabi SC in a critical AFC Champions League Two preliminary-stage knockout fixture. The single-leg qualifier will determine a spot in the group stage, with East Bengal navigating squad challenges under new coach Antonio Lopez Habas.

Anmol Ekka To Lead Indian Junior Men's Hockey Team At AHF Asia Cup

Anmol Ekka To Lead Indian Junior Men's Hockey Team At AHF Asia Cup

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Defender Anmol Ekka will captain the 18-member Indian men's hockey team for the AHF Junior Asia Cup in China from August 30 to September 13. The squad, training in Bengaluru under coach Frederic Soyez, recently completed an exposure tour of Belgium and is playing friendly matches against Malaysia U-21 as part of their preparations.

How Goa's Drone Didi Scheme Is Empowering Women

How Goa's Drone Didi Scheme Is Empowering Women

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Goa has successfully completed its first pilot drone-skilling workshop for 12 women and plans to train 100 women annually under the Goa Drone Didi Training Scheme. This initiative aims to promote drone technology, rural livelihoods, and women-led entrepreneurship, aligning with the Centre's Namo Drone Didi programme.

Delhi octogenarian's stolen phone cracks interstate cyber-fraud gang; 9 held

Delhi octogenarian's stolen phone cracks interstate cyber-fraud gang; 9 held

Rediff.com5 days ago

A stolen mobile phone belonging to an 88-year-old man has helped the Delhi police unearth an interstate cyber-fraud syndicate allegedly operating through a three-stage network spread across Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, an officer said on Monday.

Air India to conduct drug test for all pilots after Phuket incident

Air India to conduct drug test for all pilots after Phuket incident

Rediff.com2 days ago

Air India and Air India Express are implementing mandatory psychoactive substance testing for all their 5,000+ pilots. This decision follows an incident where the pilot of a Phuket-Delhi flight, which experienced a sudden altitude drop injuring 24 people, tested positive for marijuana. The testing aims to enhance safety standards and reassure passengers.

From NCC To Asian Games: Vidarsa K Vinod's Remarkable Shooting Journey

From NCC To Asian Games: Vidarsa K Vinod's Remarkable Shooting Journey

Rediff.com5 days ago

Vidarsa K Vinod, a 27-year-old rifle shooter from Kozhikode, has secured a spot in the Indian squad for the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. Her path from an NCC introduction to elite competition was marked by financial struggles, training with borrowed equipment, and overcoming setbacks like the COVID-19 pandemic. With crucial support from her family, husband, and the National Centre of Excellence, she now aims to become the World No. 1 in her sport.

Wipro Boosts Enterprise AI With New Applied AI Centre

Wipro Boosts Enterprise AI With New Applied AI Centre

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

IT services giant Wipro has launched an Applied AI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, focusing on Anthropic's Claude models. This initiative aims to accelerate enterprise AI adoption, train 10,000 experts, and integrate AI into core business workflows and Wipro's internal operations.

NCERT, CBSE Face Major Staff Shortages

NCERT, CBSE Face Major Staff Shortages

Rediff.com8 hours ago

A parliamentary panel flagged staffing shortages at NCERT and CBSE, inadequate education spending, falling enrolment and poor internet connectivity in government schools.

AI training to free coaching: Modi's big youth push on I-Day

AI training to free coaching: Modi's big youth push on I-Day

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has outlined a comprehensive plan to empower India's youth, including training one crore youngsters in artificial intelligence skills and providing free online coaching for competitive examinations, aiming to position them at the forefront of the nation's journey to become a developed nation by 2047.

NEET-UG paper leak chargesheet cites accused's gate control app, digital trail

NEET-UG paper leak chargesheet cites accused's gate control app, digital trail

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

The CBI has filed a charge sheet in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case, relying heavily on digital forensic evidence including an access control app and call data records. The investigation revealed that three NTA subject experts allegedly exploited procedural gaps to leak confidential questions for money, involving a beautician and a coaching centre owner in the distribution of the leaked material to aspirants.

ISKCON event at JNU cancelled after students' protest

ISKCON event at JNU cancelled after students' protest

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Jawaharlal Nehru University Students' Union (JNUSU) successfully protested an event featuring an ISKCON representative at the university's central library, leading to its cancellation. The JNUSU cited university rules prohibiting religious organisations from holding events on campus, a concern they had previously raised regarding ISKCON's activities.

Colombia earthquake kills 132, injures 570; over 1500 buildings damaged

Colombia earthquake kills 132, injures 570; over 1500 buildings damaged

Rediff.com4 days ago

A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake has devastated parts of Colombia, claiming at least 132 lives and injuring 570 others, with the city of Pereira reporting 60 deaths alone. The quake caused widespread destruction, including collapsed buildings and suspended airport operations, prompting emergency response efforts led by President Abelardo de la Espriella.

Tata power struggle deepens as Chandra, other Ratan Tata allies step away

Tata power struggle deepens as Chandra, other Ratan Tata allies step away

Rediff.com3 days ago

N Chandrasekaran, chairman of Tata Sons, announced he would not seek reappointment when his term ends in February 2027, following a series of departures by senior figures closely associated with former chairman Ratan Tata, including Vijay Singh and Mehli Mistry, amid a deepening power struggle and governance dispute within the Tata Group.

V V S Laxman To Replace Agarkar As India's Chief Selector?

V V S Laxman To Replace Agarkar As India's Chief Selector?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

VVS Laxman is reportedly being considered to replace Ajit Agarkar as the chief selector for the BCCI, whose extended tenure ends next month.

Markets await clarity on Jio IPO plans, AI, data centre strategies

Markets await clarity on Jio IPO plans, AI, data centre strategies

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

Investors are keenly awaiting clarity on Reliance Jio Infocomm's IPO, the company's AI and data centre strategies, and next-generation leadership structure at Reliance Industries Ltd's (RIL's) 49th annual general meeting (AGM).

'Still no job': India's U20 javelin silver medallist opens up

'Still no job': India's U20 javelin silver medallist opens up

Rediff.com3 days ago

Ashish Yadav, a 19-year-old javelin thrower, won a silver medal at the World Under-20 championships, becoming the second Indian after Neeraj Chopra to achieve this feat. Despite his sporting success and significant improvement in performance through systematic training in Hisar, Yadav continues to search for a job to support his family, highlighting the financial challenges faced by many aspiring athletes.

Recipe: Mayuri's Sarvapindi

Recipe: Mayuri's Sarvapindi

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sarvapindi is one of Telangana's most loved traditional snacks, celebrated for its crisp edges, soft centre and wholesome ingredients.

PM promises Rs 1 lakh crore Innovation Fund for start-ups

PM promises Rs 1 lakh crore Innovation Fund for start-ups

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called upon India's youth to dream big, assuring them of government support and resources, including a Rs 1 lakh crore Innovation Fund, to bolster the country's burgeoning startup ecosystem and drive its journey towards becoming a developed nation.

Parliamentary Panel Wants Cap on Private Hospital Room Charges

Parliamentary Panel Wants Cap on Private Hospital Room Charges

Rediff.com3 days ago

'Having analysed the break up of the hospital billing structure the committee believes that rationalising of room charges needs to be done on an emergent basis.'

Telegram being used for terror activities, leaked papers, Centre tells HC

Telegram being used for terror activities, leaked papers, Centre tells HC

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

The Centre on Thursday informed the Delhi high court that the Telegram messaging app was being exploited for illegal activities ranging from cybercrime and financial frauds to terrorism and circulation of leaked examination papers.

Reliance, Rolls-Royce join hands to build India's fighter jet engine

Reliance, Rolls-Royce join hands to build India's fighter jet engine

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Reliance Industries and Rolls-Royce on Friday said they intend to jointly develop a sovereign combat engine for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme, marking a bid by India's largest private-sector company and Britain's storied aero-engine maker to build indigenous fighter-jet propulsion capability in the country.

Reliance, Rolls-Royce join hands to build India's fighter jet engine

Reliance, Rolls-Royce join hands to build India's fighter jet engine

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Reliance Industries and Rolls-Royce on Friday said they intend to jointly develop a sovereign combat engine for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme, marking a bid by India's largest private-sector company and Britain's storied aero-engine maker to build indigenous fighter-jet propulsion capability in the country.

Delhi Police Uncovers Fake Franchise Call Centre Scam

Delhi Police Uncovers Fake Franchise Call Centre Scam

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have arrested Mohammad Shiraj, 30, for allegedly running a fake call centre that defrauded individuals by offering bogus business franchises and distributor IDs. The syndicate lured victims through social media advertisements and collected payments via QR codes before blocking communication.

Historic! Vande Mataram sung at Red Fort for the first time on Independence Day

Historic! Vande Mataram sung at Red Fort for the first time on Independence Day

Rediff.com40 minutes ago

This year's Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort uniquely featured the national song 'Vande Mataram', marking 150 years of its profound legacy and historical significance in India's freedom struggle.

Galle Test: Gill hints at Prasidh's inclusion ahead of Gurnoor Brar

Galle Test: Gill hints at Prasidh's inclusion ahead of Gurnoor Brar

Rediff.com1 days ago

India captain Shubman Gill has indicated that Prasidh Krishna is likely to share the new ball with Mohammed Siraj in the upcoming first Test against Sri Lanka.

NEET re-exam: HC seeks Centre's reply on Telegram ban

NEET re-exam: HC seeks Centre's reply on Telegram ban

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

The Delhi High Court has asked the Centre to respond to Telegram's petition challenging a temporary government order that restricts access to its platform and disables message-editing features in India, citing concerns over potential cheating during the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination.

Empowering Women: FICCI FLO And MLA Launch Drone Pilot Training

Empowering Women: FICCI FLO And MLA Launch Drone Pilot Training

Rediff.com3 days ago

FICCI FLO and UP BJP MLA Rajeshwar Singh are collaborating to train 100 women as 'drone pilots' in Lucknow. This initiative aims to provide employment and entrepreneurship opportunities in the burgeoning drone economy. The announcement was made at an event where MLA Singh also highlighted his efforts in public grievance redressal and establishing women's empowerment centres in his constituency.

Elon Musk's Vision: Terafab To Revolutionise AI Chip Production

Elon Musk's Vision: Terafab To Revolutionise AI Chip Production

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

SpaceX and Tesla are jointly investing USD 16.8 billion to construct 'Terafab', an advanced AI semiconductor complex in Grimes County, Texas. This massive facility aims to address the global chip supply shortage, create thousands of jobs, and produce AI chips for Elon Musk's various ventures, including Tesla's robots and SpaceX's orbital data centres. The project is supported by a USD 30 million grant from the Texas government.

China issues red alert as Typhoon Dolphin hits its eastern coast

China issues red alert as Typhoon Dolphin hits its eastern coast

Rediff.com5 days ago

China's national observatory issued a red alert -- the highest level in the country's typhoon warning system -- as Typhoon Dolphin hit Zhejiang province on the eastern coast on Sunday afternoon.

80th Independence Day: Modi vows to realise 'Viksit Bharat' dream by 2047

80th Independence Day: Modi vows to realise 'Viksit Bharat' dream by 2047

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 80th Independence Day address, expressed strong confidence that India will achieve developed nation status by 2047, urging citizens to embrace big dreams and unwavering resolve to realise 'Viksit Bharat'. He highlighted India's economic transformation and significant growth in various sectors, including defence production, electronic manufacturing, and mobile phone production.

SC cracks down on cyber fraud, orders RBI SOP on mule accounts

SC cracks down on cyber fraud, orders RBI SOP on mule accounts

Rediff.com5 Aug 2026

The Supreme Court has directed the Reserve Bank of India to prepare a standard operating procedure (SOP) within four weeks to deal with bank accounts linked to cyber frauds, including mule accounts. This directive is part of a broader effort to strengthen responses to cyber-enabled financial frauds, with the court also urging states and UTs to adopt and operationalise grievance redressal and money restoration modules.

PM Modi: India Strong Contender to Host 2036 Olympics

PM Modi: India Strong Contender to Host 2036 Olympics

Rediff.com9 hours ago

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced India's strong bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games and detailed plans for a nationwide talent hunt for children aged 5 to 15 to ensure significant participation and success in the event. He highlighted the success of the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) and India's growing presence in global sports.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Entertainment takes centre stage as final halftime gets extended

FIFA World Cup 2026: Entertainment takes centre stage as final halftime gets extended

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

The halftime interval in Sunday's World Cup final between Spain and Argentina is set to last more than 15 minutes because of the installation required for the tournament's first halftime entertainment show, broadcasting sources said on Friday.