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IPR: Obama govt accused of getting soft on IndiaIPR: Obama govt accused of getting soft on India

IPR: Obama govt accused of getting soft on IndiaIPR: Obama govt accused of getting soft on India

Rediff.com3 May 2015

Failure to recognise the threat of India's IP abuse is a major step back: Congressman Orrin Hatch.

Nasa astronauts aboard SpaceX capsule make 1st splashdown in 45 years

Nasa astronauts aboard SpaceX capsule make 1st splashdown in 45 years

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

"Thanks for flying @SpaceX." Current Location: Planet Earth. A 2:48pm ET, @AstroBehnken and @Astro_Doug splashed down, marking the first splashdown of an American crew spacecraft in 45 years. #LaunchAmerica," NASA said in a tweet earlier.

2 TMC candidates claim assault by BJP men; saffron party denies

2 TMC candidates claim assault by BJP men; saffron party denies

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

Clashes were reported from several parts of Bengal, where polling is underway in the third phase of assembly elections, with Trinamool Congress candidates Sujata Mondal and Nirmal Majhi alleging that they were heckled and assaulted by BJP workers, a charge denied by the saffron camp.

Want To Be A Leader? Read The Mahabharata

Want To Be A Leader? Read The Mahabharata

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

'It is important to understand that when it comes to setting examples of truth, honesty and ethical conduct, leaders need to be true to their principles or values 100 per cent of the time.'

Beretta gun, Gwalior link and Mahatma Gandhi's murder

Beretta gun, Gwalior link and Mahatma Gandhi's murder

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

"... The conspiracy to murder Mahatma Gandhi was not the handiwork of a lone wolf or a few fanatic members of the Hindu Mahasabha. Most importantly, it was not conceived just a few weeks before 30 January 1948," reveals The Murderer, the Monarch and the Fakir: A New Investigation of Mahatma Gandhi's Assassination, authored by Appu Suresh Esthose and Priyanka Kotamraju.

Maruti Celerio diesel and its 3 closest rivals

Maruti Celerio diesel and its 3 closest rivals

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

The first diesel car from Maruti Suzuki, Celerio diesel is pitted against Hyundai Grand i10, Ford Figo and Chevrolet Beat.

Shooter involved in Shaurya Chakra awardee Balwinder Sandhu's murder held

Shooter involved in Shaurya Chakra awardee Balwinder Sandhu's murder held

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

The Punjab Police on Thursday arrested the second shooter involved in the killing of Shaurya Chakra awardee Balwinder Singh Sandhu last year.

Day after violence, it's business as usual at Singhu border

Day after violence, it's business as usual at Singhu border

Rediff.com27 Jan 2021

It was business as usual for agitating farmers at Singhu border on Wednesday as some were busy with langars while others listened to speeches of their leaders even as talks of the tractor rally that witnessed vandalism and violence a day before filled the air.

Tahir Hussain used rioters as 'human weapons': Delhi court

Tahir Hussain used rioters as 'human weapons': Delhi court

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

Additional Sessions Judge Vinod Yadav said that a 'powerful person' like Hussain can threaten witnesses in the case if enlarged on bail.

Why do economists like Raghuram Rajan leave India?

Why do economists like Raghuram Rajan leave India?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

The ones who came more recently were clutching the green cards that gave them an escape hatch through which to return to green pastures: Arvind Panagariya, Raghuram Rajan, Arvind Subramanian and other perfectly honourable gentlemen like them, points out T N Ninan.

'Sex CD' row: K'taka ministers say moved court to prevent smear campaign

'Sex CD' row: K'taka ministers say moved court to prevent smear campaign

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

Karnataka Ministers, who moved a court in Bengaluru seeking injunction against the media from publishing or airing anything 'defamatory or unauthenticated' against them, on Saturday said it was a precautionary measure against a 'big political conspiracy' targetting them.

Stan Swamy's health critical, won't seek urgent hearing: Lawyer

Stan Swamy's health critical, won't seek urgent hearing: Lawyer

Rediff.com5 Jul 2021

Till late Sunday night, the 84-year-old Jesuit priest was on ventilator support, the senior counsel told PTI. Swamy has been undergoing treatment at the Holy Family Hospital in Mumbai, following a court order on May 28.

B'luru riots was SDPI plan to create communal unrest: NIA chargesheet

B'luru riots was SDPI plan to create communal unrest: NIA chargesheet

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

The agency has named 247 people as accused in the case, according to NIA sources.

Modi govt selling India's 'crown jewels': Rahul on NMP

Modi govt selling India's 'crown jewels': Rahul on NMP

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

Gandhi said that the BJP government has clearly mishandled the economy that was built by the United Progressive Alliance government, and is now resorting to selling the country's assets as a "last resort" to generate some money.

SIT to probe fake vaccination in Kolkata, TMC denies link

SIT to probe fake vaccination in Kolkata, TMC denies link

Rediff.com26 Jun 2021

The raging controversy over the fake COVID-19 vaccination camps in parts of Kolkata snowballed into a political storm ensnaring into it several TMC leaders, prompting the opposition BJP to demand a CBI probe into a 'larger conspiracy' in the case.

Centre plotting to topple my govt, says Mamata

Centre plotting to topple my govt, says Mamata

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

The BJP, which leads the ruling coalition at the Centre, hit right back, dismissing her allegation as 'baseless' and asserting she will be ousted from power 'democratically' after the assembly elections due next year.

5 most fuel efficient hatchbacks in India

5 most fuel efficient hatchbacks in India

Rediff.com1 Oct 2017

Besides the car's price, fuel efficiency is of utmost importance for buyers as it's a long time recurring expense.

'Women can hack it against the men in F1'

'Women can hack it against the men in F1'

Rediff.com5 May 2019

The 65-year-old South African says those who raise such obstacles are talking rubbish.

Heads of all farmer unions to be on hunger strike on Monday

Heads of all farmer unions to be on hunger strike on Monday

Rediff.com13 Dec 2020

The hunger strike between 8 am and 5 pm is part of the farmers' plan to intensify their agitation from Monday.

Antilia bomb scare case: NIA arrests ex-encounter specialist

Antilia bomb scare case: NIA arrests ex-encounter specialist

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

The NIA also conducted a raid at the residence of Shiv Sena leader and former 'encounter specialist' of Mumbai Police, Pradeep Sharma in connection with the Antilia bomb scare and Mansukh Hiren murder case on Thursday, sources said.

Your Car Queries Answered

Your Car Queries Answered

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

Auto experts from CarJasoos answer all your questions related to buying, selling or maintenance of new cars.

Bengal BJP chief says Mamata should 'wear bermudas to show injured leg'

Bengal BJP chief says Mamata should 'wear bermudas to show injured leg'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2021

A video of Bharatiya Janata Party state president Dilip Ghosh apparently suggesting West Bengal chief minister should wear bermuda shorts to display her injured leg has triggered controversy with the ruling Trinamool Congress slamming it as a 'distasteful comment' and women expressing outrage over the remark in social media.

Param Bir Singh's letter rocks LS; BJP demands probe

Param Bir Singh's letter rocks LS; BJP demands probe

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

"It is a serious matter. The home minister should resign, the Maharashtra government should resign and there should be a CBI inquiry into the whole issue'

Hyundai's Grand i10 is a whole new beast

Hyundai's Grand i10 is a whole new beast

Rediff.com13 Aug 2013

Hyundai's Grand i10 is a different vehicle, not a mere extension of i10.

Delhi violence: Tikait, Yogendra Yadav, Medha Patkar among 37 booked

Delhi violence: Tikait, Yogendra Yadav, Medha Patkar among 37 booked

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

As many as 37 farmer leaders, including Rakesh Tikait, Yogendra Yadav, Darshan Pal and Gurnam Singh Chaduni, have been named in a first information report in connection with the violence during the tractor parade that left 300 police personnel injured even as two farmer unions on Wednesday withdrew from the agitation against the farm laws.

This beagle loves to chew on slippers

This beagle loves to chew on slippers

Rediff.com6 May 2019

We asked you to share pics and stories of your furry companions. This is what our readers shared.

Photographing the Microscopic: Winners of Nikon Small World 2020

Photographing the Microscopic: Winners of Nikon Small World 2020

Rediff.com19 Oct 2020

The world looks very different under a microscope... Don't believe us? Here's a look at the Nikon Small World Photomicrography Competition, which celebrates images taken using microscopes and has announced the winning photos for its 2020 contest. A beautiful image of the dorsal side of a zebrafish won the first prize. The image was taken by Daniel Castranova and assisted by Bakary Samasa while they were working in the lab of Dr. Brant Weinstein at the National Institutes of Health. Not only was it an amazing microscopic photo, but the image was significant because it helped Castranova's team in a groundbreaking study about the anatomy of zebrafish. Here are our choices of the 15 of the best images from the contest.

Year after Amshipura fake encounter, father awaits justice

Year after Amshipura fake encounter, father awaits justice

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

'I have received Rs 5 lakh from the Jammu and Kashmir administration. Is that the price of my innocent son and others killed in cold blood'

10 AMAZING Stories from Across The World

10 AMAZING Stories from Across The World

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Aseem Chhabra brings you the Best of the Berlinale.

Mamata calls governor 'corrupt', Dhankhar hits back

Mamata calls governor 'corrupt', Dhankhar hits back

Rediff.com28 Jun 2021

Banerjee also criticised Dhankhar over his recent visit to North Bengal, claiming a conspiracy was being hatched to divide the region.

Day after Sasikala's exit, theories abound on her decision

Day after Sasikala's exit, theories abound on her decision

Rediff.com4 Mar 2021

The move of expelled All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader V K Sasikala to stay away from politics has fuelled various theories on her decision while the ruling party confined itself to poll related work like holding interview for ticketaspirants.

Refrain from counting chickens: Cong to NDA

Refrain from counting chickens: Cong to NDA

Rediff.com9 Sep 2012

Taking a jibe at Shiv Sena Chief Bal Thackeray for his comment that Sushma Swaraj is the 'only deserving" prime ministerial candidate in the Bharatiya Janata Party, the Congress on Sunday said the National Democratic Alliance has the habit of 'counting chickens before they hatch.

Expiry Date review

Expiry Date review

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

The best thing about this series is that the episodes are a little over 20 minutes long, which helps you browse through it easily. Yes, I did say browse because, despite a clever plot, terrible performances mire the experience, notes Moumita Bhattacharjee.

Delhi riots: Cops move SC against bail to 3 students

Delhi riots: Cops move SC against bail to 3 students

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

The high court on Tuesday had granted bail to two Jawaharlal Nehru University students Natasha Narwal and Devangana Kalita and a Jamia Millia Islamia student Asif Iqbal Tanha saying in its anxiety to suppress dissent, the State has blurred the line between right to protest and terrorist activity and if such a mindset gains traction, it would be a "sad day for democracy".

Former PCB chief accuses BCCI of 'abetting' Hafeez's suspension

Former PCB chief accuses BCCI of 'abetting' Hafeez's suspension

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

Former Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Zaka Ashraf has alleged that BCCI has been hatching a conspiracy by getting Pakistan's key bowlers suspended.

After 25 yrs, SAD, BSP come together for Punjab polls

After 25 yrs, SAD, BSP come together for Punjab polls

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

The Mayawati-led BSP will fight 20 of the 117 assembly seats in Punjab, while the rest will be contested by the SAD.

ED attaches assets worth Rs 4,109 cr in Agri Gold ponzi scheme

ED attaches assets worth Rs 4,109 cr in Agri Gold ponzi scheme

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

The ED has attached properties worth Rs 4,109 crore spread across various states in a money-laundering case linked to an alleged ponzi scheme, the agency said on Thursday. The case pertains to the Agri Gold Group of Companies. Three promoters of the group were arrested by the central agency on Tuesday.

HC refuses to order FIR against BJP MP for 'hoarding' Remdesivir

HC refuses to order FIR against BJP MP for 'hoarding' Remdesivir

Rediff.com5 May 2021

The Bombay high court on Wednesday refused to issue orders for registration of a first information report against Bharatiya Janata Party MP Sujay Vikhe Patil over allegations that he had illegally procured a large consignment of Remdesivir drug for his constituency Ahmednagar to improve his political image.

AIADMK goes to police against Sasikala, alleges conspiracy to unleash violence in TN

AIADMK goes to police against Sasikala, alleges conspiracy to unleash violence in TN

Rediff.com7 Feb 2021

Ahead of expelled leader Sasikala's return on February 8 to Tamil Nadu from Karnataka, the ruling All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam on Saturday lodged a complaint with police against her camp alleging a 'conspiracy' to unleash 'violence' and sought action to ensure peace in the state.

Toyota Etios Liva TRD Sportivo in India now

Toyota Etios Liva TRD Sportivo in India now

Rediff.com1 Aug 2012

This Sporty initiative by Japanese carmaker will definitely steal the hearts of numerous 'racing' enthusiasts across the country.