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ICMR claim to launch COVID-19 vaccine by Aug 15 unscientific gaffe: Sibal

ICMR claim to launch COVID-19 vaccine by Aug 15 unscientific gaffe: Sibal

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

The comments of the Congress leader came after ICMR DG Balram Bhargava's letter to Bharat Biotech and principal investigators of medical colleges to complete the trial procedure of indigenous COVID-19 vaccine in a fast track method so that results of a clinical trial can be launched by August 15.

Punjab health minister draws ire for 'humiliating' VC of Baba Farid varsity

Punjab health minister draws ire for 'humiliating' VC of Baba Farid varsity

Rediff.com30 Jul 2022

Punjab Health Minister Chetan Singh Jouramajra has come under fire from several quarters after he was seen forcing the Vice Chancellor of Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS) to lie on a dirty mattress at a hospital.

PVC Abdul Hamid's son dead, family cries negligence

PVC Abdul Hamid's son dead, family cries negligence

Rediff.com24 Apr 2021

The aggrieved family members said the hospital authorities did not conduct any COVID-19 test on Ali Hasan (61), the second son of Param Vir Chakra recipient Abdul Hamid.

Just why is Tandav so OFFENSIVE?

Just why is Tandav so OFFENSIVE?

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

The major fallout is the complete obliteration of religion and politics from Indian cinema, notes Subhash K Jha.

146 infants died in Dec at this Jodhpur hospital

146 infants died in Dec at this Jodhpur hospital

Rediff.com5 Jan 2020

Principal of the Sampurnanand Medical College, however, said that the mortality rate is 'just 3 per cent'. He said the hospital gets a lot of serious cases referred to from other hospitals.

The School By the Sea

The School By the Sea

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

The school was run on strict Gandhian lines, with stress on students doing things themselves. Physical comforts were minimal, in keeping with the relatively backward geographical area. But it had a staff of teachers dedicated to educating their students, not just imparting them book-learning, remembers Shreekant Sambrani.

Gorakhpur tragedy: Dr Kafeel Khan arrested

Gorakhpur tragedy: Dr Kafeel Khan arrested

Rediff.com2 Sep 2017

This is the third arrest made by the STF in the case.

Covid: PM chairs high-level meet, stresses on oxygen availability

Covid: PM chairs high-level meet, stresses on oxygen availability

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

Modi stressed on the need for constant genome sequencing to monitor emergence of mutants and also to ensure increased oxygen availability, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said in a statement.

Karnataka HC framed hijab issue in 4 question/answers

Karnataka HC framed hijab issue in 4 question/answers

Rediff.com15 Mar 2022

The Karnataka high court, which dismissed a batch of petitions by some Muslim girls from Udupi seeking permission to wear the hijab inside classrooms of educational institutions, framed the entire case in the form of four questions and answered them accordingly.

How IITs, NITs are grading students

How IITs, NITs are grading students

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

To stay on course with their academic calendars, several steps for graduating batches and fresh incoming batches are being taken.

Suspended St Stephen's student moves court

Suspended St Stephen's student moves court

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

The student moved court seeking a stay on the action even as a section of students requested Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal not to be the chief guest at the college's graduation day function.

Maha: Classes for std IX, X, XII to begin from July 1

Maha: Classes for std IX, X, XII to begin from July 1

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

A circular issued on Monday stated that "schools not located in red zone can commence classes of Standard 9, 10 and 12 from July 1" while "classes of 6th to 8th standards would begin from August".

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

The A-W Of Desi Guests At the White House Dinner

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

The dinner Jill Biden and her husband US President Joe Biden hosted for Indian prime minister Narendra Modi, June 22, at the White House brought together, Indians and Americans from so many firmaments.

Justice Chandrachud appointed Chief Justice of India, will serve 2-year term

Justice Chandrachud appointed Chief Justice of India, will serve 2-year term

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

He will take oath on November 9, a day after incumbent CJI Justice Uday Umesh Lalit demits office on attaining the age of 65.

Delhi University struggling for time to revise FYUP syllabus

Delhi University struggling for time to revise FYUP syllabus

Rediff.com12 Jul 2014

Delhi University is racing against time to alter the syllabus to ensure that students of the four year undergraduate programme can complete their course in the next two years. The academic session begins on July 21.

St Stephen's molestation row: Being chased like an 'animal', says Thampu

St Stephen's molestation row: Being chased like an 'animal', says Thampu

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

Amid growing demand for his resignation over the molestation row, St Stephen's Principal Valson Thampu's on Tuesday said he was being chased like an "animal" in the case.

Why Bihar under-reports Covid death toll

Why Bihar under-reports Covid death toll

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

Covid deaths at home, on the way to hospital or in private centres are not being counted in Bihar's official list of dead.

A grateful nation and a proud school

A grateful nation and a proud school

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

'It was not surprising that joining the armed forces was one of the priority professions that the students strived for. Probably, the training in school helped adjusting to the regimentalised life of the fauj.'

Gorakhpur tragedy: Inquiry blames oxygen supply firm, silent on cause of death

Gorakhpur tragedy: Inquiry blames oxygen supply firm, silent on cause of death

Rediff.com17 Aug 2017

However, chief medical officer Dr Ravindra Kumar, part of the panel, said that the deaths were not due to lack of oxygen.

Nearly 66% polling in Himachal as voters brave cold

Nearly 66% polling in Himachal as voters brave cold

Rediff.com12 Nov 2022

The highest polling of 72.35 per cent was recorded in Sirmour district followed by 68.48 per cent in Solan and 67.67 per cent in Una and 67.5 per cent in Lahaul and Spiti. The high-altitude district of Lahaul and Spiti had recorded 21.95 per cent, the lowest, till 1 pm, but polling was brisk as the sun came out.

Bihar toppers scam: Board chairman quits as fraud unravels

Bihar toppers scam: Board chairman quits as fraud unravels

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

New twist emerges in Bihar's toppers controversy.

Xmas crowd: Need to reinstate Covid curbs in Kolkata, say experts

Xmas crowd: Need to reinstate Covid curbs in Kolkata, say experts

Rediff.com26 Dec 2021

A day after the city saw huge crowds of mid-night revellers thronging the eastern metropolis's busy Park Street to celebrate Christmas, health experts and doctors cautioned the state government against allowing more such gatherings especially during the New Year festivities

Bihar toppers scam: Lalkeshwar Singh, Usha Sinha sent to JC

Bihar toppers scam: Lalkeshwar Singh, Usha Sinha sent to JC

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

All the seven accused have been booked under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.

'It's ok to be mediocre': Group Cpt Varun Singh wrote to students of his school in Sep

'It's ok to be mediocre': Group Cpt Varun Singh wrote to students of his school in Sep

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

'Whatever you work towards, be dedicated, do your best. Never go to bed thinking I could have put in more effort'

Why Gehraiyaan Is Not Deep At All

Why Gehraiyaan Is Not Deep At All

Rediff.com13 Mar 2022

Gehraiyaan seems to be aurally thin, which serves as a clue to the larger issues plaguing the movie, observes Rohit Sathish Nair.

Hectic parleys in Maha ahead of council polls; cross-voting woes loom large

Hectic parleys in Maha ahead of council polls; cross-voting woes loom large

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

The MLAs of the three ruling parties and the BJP have reached Mumbai ahead of the elections.

Working as domestic help, girl scores 85% in Class 12

Working as domestic help, girl scores 85% in Class 12

Rediff.com20 May 2015

Shalini, 17, who helps her mother as a maid servant in five houses, while juggling studies, scored 84.8 per cent in science stream.

Why Sonu Walia QUIT FILMS

Why Sonu Walia QUIT FILMS

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

'Everywhere, people would ask me why I had left films. They wanted to see more of me.' 'Their words were music to my ears.'

Gehlot undergoes angioplasty after post-Covid issues

Gehlot undergoes angioplasty after post-Covid issues

Rediff.com27 Aug 2021

"There was 90 percent blockage in one of his coronary arteries and one stent was placed successfully. He is absolutely fine," Dr Sudhir Bhandari, principal of the SMS medical college, told reporters.

SIT grills Chinmayanand for 7 hrs in rape case

SIT grills Chinmayanand for 7 hrs in rape case

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

The SIT team also inspected the bedroom of the BJP leader at the ashram but since it was very late they sealed the room.

Doctors fight coronavirus with raincoats in Bengal

Doctors fight coronavirus with raincoats in Bengal

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

They told us to wash raincoat and reuse,a doctor said.

Gay love in the movies

Gay love in the movies

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

Where a few film-makers are sensitive in their treatment as noted in the depiction of lesbian love in Hindi movies, a significant number is prone to poking fun for cheap laughs.

Why Amit Mitra is important to Mamata

Why Amit Mitra is important to Mamata

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

No longer Bengal's finance minister, Amit Mitra, Mamata's principal chief advisor, will still advise and aid the 'chief minister and finance department on all matters relating to management of state finance', represent the 'state government in national and international events/meetings/committees' and examine 'important proposals/files and policy issues relating to financial matters referred to him for advice/views'.

Want a healthy heart? Eat this!

Want a healthy heart? Eat this!

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

Dry fruits are healthy, but not all of them have the same benefits for your heart.

'This fight is not just about Father Stan Swamy'

'This fight is not just about Father Stan Swamy'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

'Father Stan was concerned about other innocents who may be implicated and put inside without the slightest proof, the way he was.'

Lucknow school bars student wearing hijab from attending class

Lucknow school bars student wearing hijab from attending class

Rediff.com15 May 2015

The Lucknow-based St Joseph's Inter College has refused entry to a young girl student for wearing a hijab (head scarf) on campus.

The man behind Bihar's topper scam

The man behind Bihar's topper scam

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

'Bachcha' Rai is alleged to be the mastermind behind Bihar's topper scam.

DU rolls back FYUP, reverts to three-year structure

DU rolls back FYUP, reverts to three-year structure

Rediff.com27 Jun 2014

Under pressure from the University Grants Commission to act on its directive, the Delhi University on Friday scrapped its controversial four-year undergraduate programme and reverted to the previous three-year structure.

Students to get free entry for 4th Test in Mumbai

Students to get free entry for 4th Test in Mumbai

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) is to provide free passes for school and college students to watch the fourth and penultimate Test match between India and England to be held at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai from December 8-12.