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How RPF is different from GRP

How RPF is different from GRP

Rediff.com29 Jun 2017

There are significant differences in the scope, jurisdiction, functions and personnel requirements of RPF and GRP.

Do we need governors and their grey powers?

Do we need governors and their grey powers?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2018

'Both the governor and the President enjoy an enormous array of 'grey' powers.' 'All parties criticise these when in the Opposition. But why does no government dismantle them when these parties come to power?' asks Aditi Phadnis.

Russian firm to train Indian astronauts for Gaganyaan

Russian firm to train Indian astronauts for Gaganyaan

Rediff.com2 Jul 2019

'Gaganyaan' is set for December 2021 launch and is likely to include a woman astronaut.

'Bengal has a lot to learn from Gujarat'

'Bengal has a lot to learn from Gujarat'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

'Look at the number of billionaires, the number of new billionaires in India.' 'Adani and Ambani are not the only ones.' 'What's wrong with people making money as long as it benefits us?'

The looming coal crisis

The looming coal crisis

Rediff.com17 Nov 2017

Currently, 23 power units with a cumulative capacity of 30,000 MW have super critical coal stock situation A lack of synchronised approach between the concerned ministries and power plants, has led to this crisis, says Shreya Jai.

Survey calls for 'policy vigilance'

Survey calls for 'policy vigilance'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2018

... if high oil prices persist or stock prices correct sharply.

Govt is to blame for vaccine crisis

Govt is to blame for vaccine crisis

Rediff.com4 May 2021

If the government had paid enough to begin with, or if it had made serious advance purchase commitments that allowed the vaccine producers to mobilise necessary investment, then it is possible to imagine more free or subsidised vaccines such as are available in developed economies, asserts Mihir S Sharma.

US lawsuit seeking $100 million from Lance Armstrong heads to trial

US lawsuit seeking $100 million from Lance Armstrong heads to trial

Rediff.com14 Feb 2017

The US Justice Department has accused Armstrong of defrauding the government by accepting millions of dollars in sponsorship money from the US Postal Service (USPS).

Here's a complete list of Wimbledon men's singles champions

Here's a complete list of Wimbledon men's singles champions

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

List of men's singles champions at Wimbledon:

GST Bill introduced in Lok Sabha, to pave way for single tax regime

GST Bill introduced in Lok Sabha, to pave way for single tax regime

Rediff.com19 Dec 2014

Aimed at creating a single tax for goods and services across the country, government on Friday introduced the long-pending GST Bill in the Lok Sabha for roll-out of the new regime from April 2016 subsuming various levies like entry tax and octroi.

Tahawwur Rana's extradition hearing on February 12

Tahawwur Rana's extradition hearing on February 12

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

The 59-year-old Rana, a childhood friend of David Coleman Headley, was re-arrested on June 10 in Los Angeles on an extradition request by India for his involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attack in which 166 people, including six Americans, were killed.

China lashes out at western attempts to demonise BRICS nations

China lashes out at western attempts to demonise BRICS nations

Rediff.com4 Feb 2015

China criticised western attempts to "demonise" the BRICS.

World Athletics backs decision to postpone Tokyo Games

World Athletics backs decision to postpone Tokyo Games

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

'It is what athletes want and we believe this decision will give all athletes, technical officials and volunteers some respite and certainty in these unprecedented and uncertain times'

How NADA managed to allay BCCI's concerns

How NADA managed to allay BCCI's concerns

Rediff.com10 Aug 2019

The national anti-doping body said it has made improvements in the system to allay the fears of the Board of Control for Cricket in India.

F1 champion Hamilton refused entry to Wimbledon's Royal Box

F1 champion Hamilton refused entry to Wimbledon's Royal Box

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

F1 champion Hamilton misses final over dress code hitch.

We've got a lot of work to do. It's not going to be easy: Kamala Harris

We've got a lot of work to do. It's not going to be easy: Kamala Harris

Rediff.com19 Jan 2021

"As we have discussed, Joe has outlined our plan for vaccinations, our plan for recovery, and in particular relief for working people, for families. And there is a lot to do. Some of them say that ours are ambitious goals, but we do believe with hard work and with the cooperation and collaboration of the members of the United States Congress that we can get it done," Harris said in response to a question.

Amul appoints Jetha Patel as chairman

Amul appoints Jetha Patel as chairman

Rediff.com1 Aug 2014

After getting a nod from apex court, GCMMF on Friday held the election in the presence of poll observer.

Modi's first speech in Parl: Don't want to move forward without oppn

Modi's first speech in Parl: Don't want to move forward without oppn

Rediff.com11 Jun 2014

Despite their depleted numbers, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended an olive branch to the opposition, saying he would take them along in decision-making and would work for development of all sections, including Muslims.

At Science Congress, PM preaches Five-E concept to scientists

At Science Congress, PM preaches Five-E concept to scientists

Rediff.com3 Jan 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday told scientists that the government would make it easier to do scientific research in the country and asked them to keep the five principles of economy, environment, energy, empathy, equity at the centre of enquiry and engineering.

'A time bomb is ticking towards a fiscal crisis in states'

'A time bomb is ticking towards a fiscal crisis in states'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2016

An interview with Amit Mitra, the finance minister of West Bengal.

'Preserving human life is most important thing right now'

'Preserving human life is most important thing right now'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

It is the first break in the four-year cycle for the summer Olympics since the 1940 and 1944 Games were cancelled because of World War Two.

Australia sends senior police official to India

Australia sends senior police official to India

Rediff.com10 Jul 2007

"An Australian Federal Police officer has been sent to the home country of Gold Coast-based Dr Haneef," Federal Attorney-General Philip Ruddock said.

Brazil police arrest Olympic chief in vote-buying scandal

Brazil police arrest Olympic chief in vote-buying scandal

Rediff.com5 Oct 2017

Brazilian police arrested on Thursday the head of the national Olympics committee, who is accused of conspiring to bribe members of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to pick Rio de Janeiro as host of the 2016 games.

UN report names India among countries where rights activists intimidated

UN report names India among countries where rights activists intimidated

Rediff.com13 Sep 2018

The report documents allegations of reprisals and intimidation in 38 countries, some of which are members of the Human Rights Council.

COVID-19 cases in India climb to 3,43,091; death toll 9,900

COVID-19 cases in India climb to 3,43,091; death toll 9,900

Rediff.com16 Jun 2020

Around 52.46 per cent of the patients have recovered, the health ministry said. The number of active cases stood at 1,53,178 while 1,80,012 patients have recovered, it said in the daily COVID-19 update.

Praful Patel grilled for 8 hrs in alleged aviation scam

Praful Patel grilled for 8 hrs in alleged aviation scam

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

He is the first high-profile person who has deposed before the ED in this case.

Sports Shorts: Dennerby to coach India's U-17 women's WC team

Sports Shorts: Dennerby to coach India's U-17 women's WC team

Rediff.com10 Nov 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Saturday

'Politically motivated': Mumbai police on Bihar FIR in Sushant case

'Politically motivated': Mumbai police on Bihar FIR in Sushant case

Rediff.com9 Aug 2020

Rajput's father while opposing the plea of Chakraborty, said Mumbai Police has not filed any case after the death of his son and did not allow the Patna Police to investigate by quarantining their senior officers.

Ex-FIFA official Blazer's 2013 plea agreement made public

Ex-FIFA official Blazer's 2013 plea agreement made public

Rediff.com16 Jun 2015

US prosecutors on Monday made public their 2013 plea agreement with Chuck Blazer, revealing that the former FIFA executive committee member had been secretly providing authorities information for nearly two years before he admitted guilt.

Haas leaves Wimbledon with heavy heart but bag full of memories

Haas leaves Wimbledon with heavy heart but bag full of memories

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

The 39-year-old German, awarded a wildcard for his 16th and final appearance at the All England Club, had to accept his body was "not cooperating anymore" as he slumped to a 6-2, 3-6, 6-3, 7-5 first-round defeat by Belgian qualifier Ruben Bemelmans.

COVID-19: Modi's India sets a laudable example

COVID-19: Modi's India sets a laudable example

Rediff.com7 May 2020

With its gaze steadily fixed on the well-being of its people, the government is going about taking all the imperative measures that need to be taken to beat back the pandemic, observes B S Raghavan.

Not just Mallya, government agency too a wilful defaulter

Not just Mallya, government agency too a wilful defaulter

Rediff.com10 Mar 2016

The Nafed has outstanding dues of Rs 224.26 crore (Rs 2.24 billion) as of February 15.

How IBM is going 'desi'!

How IBM is going 'desi'!

Rediff.com22 Dec 2009

The IT major is working with a host of Indian companies in emerging sectors to enable them to improve efficiency and cut costs - spelling both good business and sound investment for the future.

Nuclear energy: India, Canada take a step forward

Nuclear energy: India, Canada take a step forward

Rediff.com10 Apr 2013

The Appropriate Arrangement will allow Canadian companies to export nuclear material, equipment and technology for peaceful uses to India, in accordance with Canada's nuclear non-proliferation policy and under safeguards applied by the International Atomic Energy Agency.

Labour reforms in India may get going, finally

Labour reforms in India may get going, finally

Rediff.com20 Mar 2017

As the Centre faces multiple hurdles, BJP-governed states such as Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat have swiftly moved in to usher in radical reforms as they aim to take a larger share of the FDI pie.

Africa needs Amul, says World Bank

Africa needs Amul, says World Bank

Rediff.com21 Jan 2006

At Congress meet, Sonia accuses Modi of lies and U-turns

At Congress meet, Sonia accuses Modi of lies and U-turns

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

She accused the Narendra Modi government of engaging in a "dangerous duplicitous game.

Pakistan may stop probing Mumbai terror attack

Pakistan may stop probing Mumbai terror attack

Rediff.com7 Mar 2009

Pakistani investigators have informed the government that they may have to stop their probe into the Mumbai attacks due to lack of cooperation by authorities in India and several other countries. The Federal Investigation Agency, which is probing the Mumbai terror attacks, has informed the interior ministry in a letter that it would have custody of some suspects only for a few more days and it was thus imperative to get cooperation from the other countries.

At Modi@1 talkathon, 'straight-talking' Smriti educates one and all

At Modi@1 talkathon, 'straight-talking' Smriti educates one and all

Rediff.com30 May 2015

During the 90-minute programme, the HRD minister rejected the charge of saffronisation of education.

Naidu on Rahul: Zeroes cannot see beyond zero

Naidu on Rahul: Zeroes cannot see beyond zero

Rediff.com24 May 2015

Launching a counter offensive against Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi for giving the Modi government "zero out of 10" for handling farmers' issues, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Venkaiah Naidu on Sunday said that "zeroes cannot see beyond zero".