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'Trust can only be earned over long periods of time'

'Trust can only be earned over long periods of time'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

'This is still a relatively immature defense and high-tech relationship.'

Ma, eat on time, don't worry about me: Trapped worker's 1st message on Day 10

Ma, eat on time, don't worry about me: Trapped worker's 1st message on Day 10

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

The supervisor could be heard asking those trapped inside the tunnel to not worry and that they would be evacuated soon.

Compensate for land taken during war: Border residents

Compensate for land taken during war: Border residents

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

"We villagers are not against the Army or the government. But getting a compensation for their land is the right of the villagers," Rana said.

Uttarakhand tunnel rescue: The progress so far

Uttarakhand tunnel rescue: The progress so far

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

It has been a week since 41 labourers got trapped inside an under-construction tunnel at Silkyara in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi district after parts of the structure collapsed following a landslide last Sunday.

Mumbai Marathon: Tips From A Marathon Runner

Mumbai Marathon: Tips From A Marathon Runner

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

Follow these handy tips on to run the marathon without hurting your body.

Rescue of 40 workers in Uttarakhand tunnel crash may take 2 more days

Rescue of 40 workers in Uttarakhand tunnel crash may take 2 more days

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday visited the Silkyara-Barkot tunnel site for a review of the rescue operations being carried out there to evacuate 40 labourers trapped inside since Sunday morning following its partial collapse.

Light diyas at home, don't come to Ayodhya on Jan 22: Modi

Light diyas at home, don't come to Ayodhya on Jan 22: Modi

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

The PM urged all citizens to light diyas in their houses on January 22 so that the whole country basks in glory.

Cong names Pilot loyalists among 43 candidates in second Rajasthan list

Cong names Pilot loyalists among 43 candidates in second Rajasthan list

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

Two ministers who raised the banner of revolt with former deputy chief minister Sachin Pilot during the political crisis also find their names in the list.

Ayodhya station revamped: Airport-like facilities, temple-inspired design

Ayodhya station revamped: Airport-like facilities, temple-inspired design

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

A senior RITES official said the new station building comes equipped with many modern facilities that passengers usually get at an airport, but the architecture of its facade "embraces tradition" in a nod to the upcoming Ram temple.

Far too many Palestinians killed in Gaza, says Blinken

Far too many Palestinians killed in Gaza, says Blinken

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

The India-US joint statement after the 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue called for the immediate release of all remaining hostages.

Chinese Premier Li faces tough time at G20 Summit as India steals the show

Chinese Premier Li faces tough time at G20 Summit as India steals the show

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Li also had a difficult meeting with some of the Western leaders on the sidelines, especially Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who has signalled Italy's resolve to quit China's famed Belt and Road Initiative for its failure to bring the expected results to Rome.

Nijjar killing probe 'already tainted': Indian envoy

Nijjar killing probe 'already tainted': Indian envoy

Rediff.com5 Nov 2023

India's High Commissioner to Canada, Sanjay Kumar Verma reiterated New Delhi's stand on the diplomatic standoff with Canada, and urged Ottawa to release evidence backing up its allegation regarding the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

Maratha quota activist's fast enters 8th day, refuses to give up

Maratha quota activist's fast enters 8th day, refuses to give up

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

A delegation of the Maharashtra government, comprising ministers, on Tuesday failed to convince Manoj Jarange, whose hunger strike for Maratha quota entered the 8th day, to withdraw his protest.

Australia's SWOT Analysis: Slow bowling is an issue but...

Australia's SWOT Analysis: Slow bowling is an issue but...

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

Australia at least on paper, can't be rated ahead of India and England during this edition of the tournament.

Building code breach intensified devastation in Turkiye earthquakes

Building code breach intensified devastation in Turkiye earthquakes

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

A recent report outlining preliminary findings of damage assessment of the earthquakes shows violations of the building code stipulations in the past two decades contributed to a large number of lives lost and extensive damage to infrastructure.

'I was scared to death for Baba's life'

'I was scared to death for Baba's life'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

'I don't know if he put up a front but he never let me feel his morale was down. He told me how he was tackling the problems he was facing, or if there was some way the lawyers could help, but he would always tell me not to worry with a big broad smile.'

'Hamara Hind sabse pyara hai'

'Hamara Hind sabse pyara hai'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

'We will teach them about our idol Mohammad Sahab and all the great men of other religions as well -- about Shri Ram, Krishna, Yeshu, Bhagwan Mahavir.' 'We want children from the madrasas to become doctors, engineers, scientists, soldiers and walk in the footsteps of Dr A P J Abdul Kalam.' 'That is why we have named the modern madrasas after Dr Kalam.'

State-of-the-art Ayodhya airport set for takeoff, Modi to open on Saturday

State-of-the-art Ayodhya airport set for takeoff, Modi to open on Saturday

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

The main road that leads from Sitapur Road side to the airport has been decked up with several posters carrying images of Prime Minister Modi, and a welcome message.

Budget 2012: No concrete direction for retail

Budget 2012: No concrete direction for retail

Rediff.com19 Mar 2012

The decision in respect of allowing FDI in multi-brand retail trade up to 51 per cent subject to compliance with specified conditions. Also, The finance minister mentioned in budget speech that the efforts are on to arrive at broad based consensus in consultation with state Governments.

Who Are Khushi and Janhvi Dating?

Who Are Khushi and Janhvi Dating?

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor were the latest guests on Karan Johar's Koffee With Karan, and the sisters opened up about their careers, relationship rumours, and losing mom Sridevi at a young age.

Rains, hailstorm hit parts of Delhi-NCR; IMD predicts more

Rains, hailstorm hit parts of Delhi-NCR; IMD predicts more

Rediff.com18 Mar 2023

The eastern and northern parts of Delhi witnessed rain and hailstorm, IMD said.

Game Changers For India's Military

Game Changers For India's Military

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

The Nyoma airfield, which will be one of the world's highest, will sharpen the IAF's capability along the northern border.

Two shooters among 3 held in Chandigarh for Karni Sena chief's murder

Two shooters among 3 held in Chandigarh for Karni Sena chief's murder

Rediff.com10 Dec 2023

Delhi police sources on Sunday said a team of the crime branch in a joint operation with the Rajasthan police nabbed the duo from Chandigarh's Sector 22.

New airport, revamped railway station: Modi's gifts for Ayodhya ahead of Ram temple event

New airport, revamped railway station: Modi's gifts for Ayodhya ahead of Ram temple event

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

This visit by the prime minister comes weeks ahead of the 'pran pratishtha' or consecration ceremony of the Ram temple.

The Tallest Shiva Statue In The World

The Tallest Shiva Statue In The World

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

The 369 foot tall Shiva statue can be seen from 20 kilometres away.

'We repeat the same mistakes'

'We repeat the same mistakes'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

'We humans may not have not created natural disasters, but we have definitely amplified their impact.'

G20's Delhi declaration sent a 'positive signal': China

G20's Delhi declaration sent a 'positive signal': China

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

India on Saturday pulled off a big diplomatic win after the G20 summit held under its presidency adopted a consensus declaration overcoming major differences on the Russia-Ukraine war, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for ending the "global trust deficit".

People need pets to fill emotional deficit, says Mumbai court

People need pets to fill emotional deficit, says Mumbai court

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

Pets help people lead a healthy life and fulfil emotional deficit occurring due to broken relationships, a Mumbai court has held in a domestic violence case wherein a woman sought maintenance from her estranged husband saying she has health issues and three dogs dependent on her.

Could Hardik be India's 'impact player' at World Cup?

Could Hardik be India's 'impact player' at World Cup?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Former Australia player Tom Moody believes India need to be flexible with their batting order in white ball cricket.

India will leave China behind on border infrastructure in next...: BRO chief

India will leave China behind on border infrastructure in next...: BRO chief

Rediff.com24 Sep 2023

The DG said that the previous government was wary of constructing roads near the Line of Actual Control.

'Hard to see how Hamas can be defeated'

'Hard to see how Hamas can be defeated'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

'The purported claim that Israel can defeat Hamas and everything 'would go back to normal' is completely absurd.'

Indian student beaten, held captive for months in US

Indian student beaten, held captive for months in US

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

Over seven months, the men locked the student in a basement and forced him to sleep on an unfinished floor without access to a bathroom, charges say.

'My 7 years in Anda cell were the most inhuman form of solitary confinement'

'My 7 years in Anda cell were the most inhuman form of solitary confinement'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

'When there was no crime committed, everything had to be fabricated. They see it as a war, and everything is fair in love and war.'

Address the current account deficit with concrete steps

Address the current account deficit with concrete steps

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

Given recent tendencies, it was only a matter of time before the rupee fell below its previous low.

NCDEX, Skymet takes initial steps towards tradeable weather index

NCDEX, Skymet takes initial steps towards tradeable weather index

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

India's leading commodity exchange, National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX), and private weather forecasting company Skymet took a significant step towards launching the country's first tradeable weather index on Monday (August 14) by entering into an agreement to deepen their understanding of the impact that weather has on agricultural commodities. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) between NCDEX and Skymet is a profound step in the direction of linking farmers with the weather in a scientific way, according to an official statement. Sources indicate that NCDEX and Skymet will conduct workshops and seminars across the country to educate farmers about how they can scientifically use weather forecasts to hedge risks.

Ahmedabad car crash accused rammed same SUV into a temple in Jan: Police

Ahmedabad car crash accused rammed same SUV into a temple in Jan: Police

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

Patel (20) has been booked under relevant sections of the Motor Vehicle Act and sections 279 (rash driving) and 427 (mischief causing damage to the amount of fifty rupees) of the Indian Penal Code.

Ready to end fast, but won't...: Maratha quota activist Jarange

Ready to end fast, but won't...: Maratha quota activist Jarange

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Later in the afternoon, he also said that he was planning to hold a rally of the Maratha community at the protest site on October 12. "It will be attended by all the Marathas. It will show our plight and disappointment.... I will continue my protest here and will not even see the faces of my children till then," he said.

Parliament breach: 6th accused held, had destroyed evidence

Parliament breach: 6th accused held, had destroyed evidence

Rediff.com16 Dec 2023

A sixth arrest has been made in the Parliament security breach case -- Mahesh Kumawat from Rajasthan's Nagaur who was allegedly in contact with the other accused for the last two years for hatching the conspiracy and had destroyed their mobile phones to get rid of the evidence, police said on Saturday.

'Nitish-BJP Friendship Will Last Till 2024 Election'

'Nitish-BJP Friendship Will Last Till 2024 Election'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

'BJP's ultimate ambition is to control Bihar independently.'

Burglars break into Delhi jewelry shop, flee with ornaments worth Rs 20 cr

Burglars break into Delhi jewelry shop, flee with ornaments worth Rs 20 cr

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

This is one of the biggest burglaries reported in the national capital.