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Madras varsity students continues CAA protest for 3rd day

Madras varsity students continues CAA protest for 3rd day

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

The protesting students are seeking withdrawal of the CAA.

No other military could do what US did in Afghanistan: Defence secy

No other military could do what US did in Afghanistan: Defence secy

Rediff.com31 Aug 2021

'No other military in the world could accomplish what we and our allies and partners did in such a short span of time. That is a testament not only to our forces' capabilities and courage but also to our relationships and the capabilities of our allies and partners,' Austin said in a statement at the conclusion of the American mission in Afghanistan.

Stay home, keep positive frame of mind: BAI to players, officials

Stay home, keep positive frame of mind: BAI to players, officials

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

The Badminton Association of India (BAI) has urged its players and officials to "keep a positive frame of mind" and "stay home" to contribute in the fight against the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic, which has resulted in a nationwide lockdown.

'Lockdown-like' restrictions come into force in Maharashtra

'Lockdown-like' restrictions come into force in Maharashtra

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

Section 144 of CrPC, prohibiting assembly of five or more people at one spot, will be in force during the period, Thackeray had said, but refrained from terming the new curbs as a lockdown.

SEE: Kohli, Anushka bat for self isolation

SEE: Kohli, Anushka bat for self isolation

Rediff.com20 Mar 2020

India's cricket captain Virat Kohli and his actor wife Anushka Sharma on Friday issued a joint appeal for self-isolation to combat the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic, which has left the world in disarray. As they took turns to speak, Kohli said, "We are staying at home for our safety and for everyone else's one."

Upset, helpless and angry: How doctors on Covid duty feel

Upset, helpless and angry: How doctors on Covid duty feel

Rediff.com7 May 2021

'This experience is horrifying. Doctors need psychiatrists to handle the trauma they are going through in the face of this pandemic'

Deciphering Bhagwat's Muslim Remarks

Deciphering Bhagwat's Muslim Remarks

Rediff.com17 Jul 2021

The fact that the responses from the community to Mohan Bhagwat's remarks have ranged from guarded optimism to outright disbelief tells its own story, points out Kanika Dutta.

India in talks with China to provide relief to 250 stuck in Wuhan

India in talks with China to provide relief to 250 stuck in Wuhan

Rediff.com26 Jan 2020

India on Sunday opened a third hotline in view of 'large number' of phone calls from the Indians who are mostly students, the Indian Embassy in Beijing said.

'Student life is very good in Ukraine'

'Student life is very good in Ukraine'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

'There is a healthy culture of learning.'

J-K plans mythological theme park near Vaishno Devi shrine

J-K plans mythological theme park near Vaishno Devi shrine

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

The Jammu and Kashmir administration is planning to set up India's best mythological theme park near the famous Vaishno Devi shrine in Reasi district and has sought investors for the project, officials said.

Committed to offering superior services: Voda Idea CEO to users

Committed to offering superior services: Voda Idea CEO to users

Rediff.com13 Aug 2021

Amid an existential crisis confronting the company, Vodafone Idea CEO Ravinder Takkar has reached out to consumers reaffirming the telco's commitment to continue providing "superior services and best-in-class propositions". Thanking users for their continued support as the company approaches first anniversary of 'Vi' branding, Takkar noted that Vi came with a promise of a better tomorrow, bringing the best in technology, services and solutions for the Digital India and Digital Bharat. The company will continue to deliver on this promise to keep users ahead, Takkar said in the mailer to consumers.

'Vaccine is far safer than getting Covid'

'Vaccine is far safer than getting Covid'

Rediff.com16 Jan 2021

'I would go for Bharat Biotech's Covaxin and not Covishield, and that is my personal judgment since at least 11,500 have got at least one dose by now and it has proven to be safe.'

'My nation, its dignity and welfare, is being defaced'

'My nation, its dignity and welfare, is being defaced'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

'Religion is being deprived of its spirituality and is being used for strife and war.' 'The task right now is to keep raising a voice in favour of the 'Real Hindustan', its democracy, its composite culture, its people and their welfare.'

Japan or Environment: What is US priority?

Japan or Environment: What is US priority?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2021

Bibhu Prasad Routray explains why the US is supporting Japan's resolve to release 'treated' radioactive waste water into the Pacific Ocean. And what role China plays in the US decision.

SEE: Akshay, Suniel rap!

SEE: Akshay, Suniel rap!

Rediff.com6 May 2020

'This song truly touched my heart, and I know the emotion will speak to many.'

Despite the 1962 China scar, Tawang is flourishing

Despite the 1962 China scar, Tawang is flourishing

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

Tawang wears its history -- and also its present -- with ease. The flourishing town, with restaurants selling everything from noodles to dosas and locals returning home to new business prospects, shows little sign of the tension building up at the border about 40 km away to the north.

Strictly comply with lockdown guidelines: Centre to states

Strictly comply with lockdown guidelines: Centre to states

Rediff.com20 Apr 2020

The home ministry has sought strict implementation of the guidelines in all parts of the country to contain the spread of COVID-19.

Act or hand over Delhi police to us, Kejriwal to PM

Act or hand over Delhi police to us, Kejriwal to PM

Rediff.com17 Oct 2015

Making a strong pitch for handing over Delhi police control to city government, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday sought a meeting with the prime minister and lt governor in the wake of gangrape of two minor girls in Delhi.

The Pakistani who helped Indian students in Ukraine

The Pakistani who helped Indian students in Ukraine

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

'In many cases, I didn't take money because the Indian students had run out of cash.' 'The biggest high was the blessings that these students's parents used to give me on the phone or send messages thanking me on WhatsApp.'

Kamra ban: 'Minister created pressure on airlines'

Kamra ban: 'Minister created pressure on airlines'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2020

The move by four airlines -- IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet and GoAir -- to suspend the stand-up comedian raises fears that the government can use the no-fly list to settle political scores, undermine the freedom of citizens.

Trump responds: 'Devastation follows Hillary wherever she goes'

Trump responds: 'Devastation follows Hillary wherever she goes'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

Trump alleged Clinton's "vision is a borderless world where working people have no power, no jobs, no safety".

Delhi hospitals to treat only local patients: Kejriwal

Delhi hospitals to treat only local patients: Kejriwal

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

He said if people from other cities come to Delhi for specific surgeries, they will be provided treatment at private hospitals. "Delhi's health infrastructure is needed to tackle the coronavirus crisis at the moment," the chief minister said.

Ukraine: India abstains on UNGA resolution deploring Russia

Ukraine: India abstains on UNGA resolution deploring Russia

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

"India has been deeply concerned over the rapidly deteriorating situation in Ukraine and the ensuing humanitarian crisis," India's Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador T S Tirumurti said.

Modi, Putin discuss Indians' safe evacuation from Ukraine as fighting rages

Modi, Putin discuss Indians' safe evacuation from Ukraine as fighting rages

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

The two leaders discussed the safe evacuation of Indian nationals from the conflict areas.

Phones of ministers, scribes, judge hacked using spyware sold only to govts: Report

Phones of ministers, scribes, judge hacked using spyware sold only to govts: Report

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

The government, however, dismissed allegations of any kind of surveillance on its part on specific people, saying it 'has no concrete basis or truth associated with it whatsoever'.

Germany's minister backs Bundesliga restart

Germany's minister backs Bundesliga restart

Rediff.com3 May 2020

German Interior Minister Horst Seehofer on Sunday backed a possible restart for the Bundesliga season this month without spectators as the government prepares for a key meeting next week.

81% consumers back e-commerce rules, want clarity on services-based biz

81% consumers back e-commerce rules, want clarity on services-based biz

Rediff.com5 Jul 2021

As many as 81 per cent people support having rules for consumer e-commerce, but want more services-based platforms to have more clearly defined roles, a survey by community social media platform LocalCircles has found. The survey asked respondents to answer questions based on the recent draft Rules proposed by the ministry of consumer affairs. The responses found 81 per cent consumers wanting sales of products and services over electronic or digital networks to be governed by a set of electronic commerce rules.

'PM's Parliament speech was jumlebaazi'

'PM's Parliament speech was jumlebaazi'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

'It will take a long time for people's memory to be misled by a prime minister who is so arrogant and who refuses to acknowledge his own faults.'

Global Indian Diaspora seeks repeal of farm laws

Global Indian Diaspora seeks repeal of farm laws

Rediff.com1 Feb 2021

India has called the remarks by foreign leaders and organisations on protests by farmers as "ill-informed" and "unwarranted", asserting that the matter pertains to the internal affairs of a democratic country.

CAA protests: Tourism may be hit badly

CAA protests: Tourism may be hit badly

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

Foreign tourists are postponing their India holiday and there have been some cancellations as well, with trips to the North-East seeing the most adverse impact.

10 things to know about COVID-19 vaccines

10 things to know about COVID-19 vaccines

Rediff.com16 Jan 2021

As India holds its breath for the Covid vaccination to be begin, Sudhir Bisht provides a quick checklist of what you must know about the vaccines that will be administered to citizens.

Taliban 2.0 is 'clear-eyed and rational': China in 2nd endorsement in two days

Taliban 2.0 is 'clear-eyed and rational': China in 2nd endorsement in two days

Rediff.com19 Aug 2021

China on Thursday said it is in talks with the Taliban and called for an "objective judgement" on their actions after it seized power in Afghanistan, saying the militant group appears to be more "cleareyed and rational" and hoped that it will deliver on its promises, including protection of women's rights.

Ola, Uber see low demand after resuming services

Ola, Uber see low demand after resuming services

Rediff.com4 May 2020

Ola and Uber said they have resumed services in areas within orange and green zones, and have introduced requirements like wearing masks to ensure safety of riders and driver partners.

Dadri accused spotted in front row of Adityanath rally

Dadri accused spotted in front row of Adityanath rally

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

Eyebrows were raised when the four men, including main accused Vishal Rana, were seated at Yogi's rally, cheering for the UP CM at a rally held in Greater Noida's Bisada village.

'Can they understand what they put students through?'

'Can they understand what they put students through?'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2022

'We Indians stayed back in the hope that our embassy would give us some sort of direction, some sort of guidelines that the situation had gone out of hand and we should leave immediately.' 'But the embassy did not bother to address our concerns.'

How to keep elders SAFE in the lockdown

How to keep elders SAFE in the lockdown

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

'Due to lack of physical activity and proper care, senior citizens are falling at home or complaining of orthopaedic injuries,' cautions Dr Rajeev Verma.

Country saddened by insult to Tricolour on R-Day: PM

Country saddened by insult to Tricolour on R-Day: PM

Rediff.com31 Jan 2021

In his monthly 'Mann ki Baat' broadcast, Modi maintained that his government is committed to "modernising" farming and has been taking many steps.

Coronavirus: Chinese wrestlers denied visas for Asian C'Ships in Delhi

Coronavirus: Chinese wrestlers denied visas for Asian C'Ships in Delhi

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

China's wrestlers will not be taking part in the Asian Championships beginning in New Delhi on Tuesday as they have not been granted visas by the government due to the novel coronavirus outbreak there, a top official of the national federation said on Monday. Wrestling Federation of India assistant secretary Vinod Tomar said that the government has denied visas to the 40-strong Chinese contingent.

Basin trials of Indigenous Aircraft Carrier successfully conducted

Basin trials of Indigenous Aircraft Carrier successfully conducted

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

Basin Trial is testing of the ship machinery and equipment in floating conditions before the sea trials. With successful completion of Basin Trials, IAC has entered the final phase of the project, a Defence statement said.

US lawmakers seek to hold Trump accountable for Capitol storming

US lawmakers seek to hold Trump accountable for Capitol storming

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

McGovern brought to the House Floor H. Res. 24, the article of impeachment against Trump. The article charges the President with 'Incitement of Insurrection' for his actions on January 6, 2021, when he delivered a speech inciting his supporters to lay siege to the United States Capitol.