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Biden will keep the pressure on Xi

Biden will keep the pressure on Xi

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

Neither Biden nor his successors can any longer ignore the threat China has come to pose to the US in both economic and military fields, observes Virendra Kapoor.

Air India staff to stage mass walkout today

Air India staff to stage mass walkout today

Rediff.com3 Jul 2009

However, even as the ACEU claimed there would be disruption of flights during that time, the A-I management made it clear they had not backed out on their commitments and had told unions they would pay the salaries by July 3 or 4. However, even as the ACEU claimed there would be disruption of flights during that time, the A-I management made it clear they had not backed out on their commitments and had told unions they would pay the salaries by July 3 or 4.

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.

Rains bring TN, Karnataka to a standstill

Rains bring TN, Karnataka to a standstill

Rediff.com19 Dec 2007

Flight services were disrupted in Karnataka while in Tamil Nadu, heavy rains battered Karur, Ariyalur, Perambalur, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur and coastal Pudukkottai and Nagapattinam districts.

Rains lash Mumbai

Rains lash Mumbai

Rediff.com7 Jun 2008

The south-west monsoon has set in ahead of schedule with heavy rains lashing the city on Saturday, the city's weather office said, issuing warning to fishermen against venturing into the sea. Road, rail and air traffic were disrupted badly.

IPL: The day that's not to be for Dhoni fans

IPL: The day that's not to be for Dhoni fans

Rediff.com29 Mar 2020

This IPL would have been Dhoni's comeback tournament after eight and a half months. He would have again led the side -- face not giving away anything but unbridled joy when Chennai Super Kings does something.

Moody's slashes India's 2020 GDP growth to 2.5%

Moody's slashes India's 2020 GDP growth to 2.5%

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

Moody's Investors Service on Friday slashed its estimate of India's GDP growth during the 2020 calendar year to 2.5 per cent from an earlier estimate of 5.3 per cent, on account of the rising economic cost of the coronavirus pandemic.

Football Extras: PSG call off Saturday's Ligue 1 game

Football Extras: PSG call off Saturday's Ligue 1 game

Rediff.com4 Dec 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

10 Year Old Indian Wins Top Photo Contest

10 Year Old Indian Wins Top Photo Contest

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

The Natural History Museum's annual competition and exhibition, Wildlife Photographer of the Year has been the longest-running and most prestigious nature and wildlife photography competition that has been recognising the world's best nature photography every year since 1965.

Flood situation in Kerala worsens; toll mounts to 67

Flood situation in Kerala worsens; toll mounts to 67

Rediff.com15 Aug 2018

The decision to suspend the operations was taken after shutters of the Idamalayar and Cheruthoni dams, part of Idukki reservoir, were opened on Tuesday evening to release excess water.

From Austria to Afghanistan, it's all snowed in!

From Austria to Afghanistan, it's all snowed in!

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

A cold snap in Europe and parts of America has caused chaos and crippled the lives of thousands. There have been over 20 weather-related deaths across Europe -- with snow continuing to fall across the continent. In America, Washington was blanketed in white after the US capital was hit by its first snow of the year. Here are glimpses from the snow bomb.

Cricket camp begins sans six team members, manager

Cricket camp begins sans six team members, manager

Rediff.com13 Jun 2007

The disruption of flights due to the flash strike by employees of state-owned carrier 'Indian' hit hard the opening day of the cricket camp.

Delhi airport gears up to tackle fog

Delhi airport gears up to tackle fog

Rediff.com21 Nov 2006

Delhi International Airport Private Limited is undertaking several proactive measures to prevent discomfort to passengers during delays and to provide information in advance.

Indian employees won't take mass leave on Fri

Indian employees won't take mass leave on Fri

Rediff.com17 May 2007

There will be no disruptions of flights on Friday.

Monday's crash: 'Investors wanted to book profits'

Monday's crash: 'Investors wanted to book profits'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

'The news about the new virus strain in the UK provided them with an opportunity to take money off the table.'

Sunita won't be back home soon

Sunita won't be back home soon

Rediff.com28 Mar 2007

Williams has been kept up to date on the developments since the February 26 hail storm and is taking the uncertainty over her return to Earth in stride.

Draft no-fly rules include open-ended ban

Draft no-fly rules include open-ended ban

Rediff.com5 May 2017

The no-fly rules divide unruly behaviour into three categories and recommend a flying ban of 3 months, 6 months and two years or more, without limit.

Air India pilots threaten to stop flying

Air India pilots threaten to stop flying

Rediff.com17 Aug 2018

They alleged that while the salaries and perks of other employees are paid in full albeit with a delay, the same for the pilots and cabin crew are ignored

It's Decembrrrr: North India shivers under wave of biting cold

It's Decembrrrr: North India shivers under wave of biting cold

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

Dense fog and cold weather conditions continue in the national capital as the mercury plunges to 2.6 degree Celsius, five notches below normal on Monday.

Cold wave unabated in N-India, 3 die in fog-related mishaps

Cold wave unabated in N-India, 3 die in fog-related mishaps

Rediff.com23 Dec 2014

Cold wave continued unabated in the northern region today with fog enveloping most areas affecting transport services, even as three persons died and over 25 were injured in different fog-related accidents.

Life-threatening behaviour in plane can get you barred for life

Life-threatening behaviour in plane can get you barred for life

Rediff.com8 Sep 2017

The ministry of civil aviation has recommended three levels of unruly behaviour by passengers, each with a different duration of ban on flying.

Investments in the time of coronavirus

Investments in the time of coronavirus

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

Gold, forex assets, IT sector, pharma. Devangshu Datta explains why each of these is a good hedge against market shocks at this time.

Indian staff to go on mass leave on May 18

Indian staff to go on mass leave on May 18

Rediff.com16 May 2007

The services of government-owned Indian will be disrupted on Thursday and Friday on account of employee protests over wage arrears.

Typhoon Khanun hits eastern China

Typhoon Khanun hits eastern China

Rediff.com12 Sep 2005

This is the 15th typhoon to hit China this year, immediately after Typhoon Talim.

Venus could get swallowed!

Venus could get swallowed!

Rediff.com21 Feb 2014

Researchers recently discovered that a common space weather phenomenon on the outskirts of Earth's magnetic bubble, the magnetosphere, has much larger repercussions for Venus.

Delhi: Air services hit by fog

Delhi: Air services hit by fog

Rediff.com21 Feb 2006

Air services were disrupted for over four hours in Delhi Tuesday morning after a thick blanket of fog enveloped the national capital and surrounding areas.

Cold wave throws life out of gear in North India

Cold wave throws life out of gear in North India

Rediff.com5 Jan 2006

Indian, Jet Airways and Air Deccan flights from Delhi to Chandigarh had to be cancelled for third consecutive day due to the bad weather conditions.

India wakes up to rogue drone threat after Saudi attack

India wakes up to rogue drone threat after Saudi attack

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

While the Saudi drone strike has put the focus back on anti-drone measures, caution also stems from the fact that India has a number of large oil refining assets close to India-Pakistan border.

Ibra brace ends wait for Milan win at Napoli

Ibra brace ends wait for Milan win at Napoli

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

Ibrahimovic was forced off with a muscle problem with 11 minutes remaining, and the Swede was pictured sitting on the bench with an ice pack strapped to the back of his left leg.

Near-total strike cripples banking, air services

Near-total strike cripples banking, air services

Rediff.com29 Sep 2005

The nationwide strike called by nearly 20,000 airports employees started this morning, protesting against the move to privatise Delhi and Mumbai airports.

Biting cold wave sweeps north, Delhi shivers at record lows

Biting cold wave sweeps north, Delhi shivers at record lows

Rediff.com28 Dec 2014

Delhi on Sunday recorded the lowest temperature of the season with the mercury dipping to 2.6 degrees Celsius, five notches below normal, with dense fog affecting 55 flights and about 70 trains.

How TCS plans to make WFH its mantra

How TCS plans to make WFH its mantra

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

'At any given point in time, we expect only 25 per cent of our workforce will need to be in office.' 'And any given person will only be required to spend only 25 per cent of their time in office.'

EPL: Liverpool move into top four; Spurs lose to Villa

EPL: Liverpool move into top four; Spurs lose to Villa

Rediff.com20 May 2021

Liverpool moved into the Champions League qualifying spots after a 3-0 win at Burnley on Wednesday took them above Leicester City and into fourth place with one round of Premier League matches remaining.

Chennai rains: Aerial sorties called off

Chennai rains: Aerial sorties called off

Rediff.com6 Dec 2015

"The water level in the city has gone down considerably after initial days of flooding. Since Saturday evening all aerial rescue and relief operations have been called off. There are no further communications from either Tamil Nadu government or Centre to carry them out as the city is slowly returning to normalcy," a top IAF official told PTI on Sunday.

Sahara Boeing moved on Mumbai runway

Sahara Boeing moved on Mumbai runway

Rediff.com13 Oct 2005

The aircraft had caused disruptions in Mumbai airport the past three days.

Fog lifts in Delhi, but train services affected

Fog lifts in Delhi, but train services affected

Rediff.com12 Jan 2005

Air travellers were the most relieved by the clear conditions, as flight operations, which were suspended for three hours on Tuesday due to heavy fog, were normal.

Tamil Nadu floods: PM Modi speaks to Jaya; assures all support

Tamil Nadu floods: PM Modi speaks to Jaya; assures all support

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

With Tamil Nadu hit by floods, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke to Chief Minister Jayalalithaa and assured her all possible support and cooperation from the Centre.

Ganguly appeals to fans

Ganguly appeals to fans

Rediff.com17 Dec 2005

The deposed India captain, who was axed from the Test squad, urged his fans to desist from activities that disrupt normal life.

Rain batters Mumbai for 2nd consecutive day; rail, air traffic hit

Rain batters Mumbai for 2nd consecutive day; rail, air traffic hit

Rediff.com20 Sep 2017

As many as 108 flights cancelled and another 51 diverted to nearby airports.

PHOTOS: Dubai gets drenched

PHOTOS: Dubai gets drenched

Rediff.com10 Mar 2016

Schools were ordered shut, flights suspended and the stock market was closed down in the United Arab Emirates as rare heavy rain hit the desert Gulf state.