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Pakistan tests nuke-capable Hatf-III missile

Pakistan tests nuke-capable Hatf-III missile

Rediff.com10 May 2012

As the test was conducted, a top Pakistani military official said the country had developed a "strong nuclear deterrence capability" and was fully capable of thwarting any aggression.

US to deploy additional forces as Iran vows revenge on Israel

US to deploy additional forces as Iran vows revenge on Israel

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

The United States will deploy additional fighter jets and Navy ships to West Asia in order to defend Israel, the US Department of Defence said.

IAF inducts Dhruv Mk-III choppers at Bareilly

IAF inducts Dhruv Mk-III choppers at Bareilly

Rediff.com8 Feb 2012

The first batch of Advanced Light Helicopter 'Dhruv' Mk-III was on Wednesday inducted at the Indian Air Force station in Bareilly.

Manipur HC revokes order including Meiteis in ST list

Manipur HC revokes order including Meiteis in ST list

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

The contentious paragraph from last year's verdict, instructing the state to expedite consideration of Meitei community inclusion, was deemed for deletion.

Martin Luther King III visits Rajghat

Martin Luther King III visits Rajghat

Rediff.com15 Feb 2009

"This experience we shall remember all of our lives. May God always bless the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi," wrote Martin Luther King III in the visitors' book after visiting Rajghat to trace his father's 'pilgrimage' to India 50 years ago. Asking everyone to follow non-violence and the other teachings of Gandhi, whom he described as 'one of the greatest human beings', Martin Luther King III, said, "The world needs the message of non-violence more than ever before."

India developing Agni-III: Fernandes

India developing Agni-III: Fernandes

Rediff.com6 Apr 2003

'The test-firing of Agni-III is overdue and we feel the need for that long-range missile as part of our policy of deterrence,' he said.

Iranian attack appears to have been defeated: Biden

Iranian attack appears to have been defeated: Biden

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

The Iranian missile attack on Israel appears to have been defeated and ineffective, United States President Joe Biden said, hours after Tehran fired nearly 200 missiles at Israel.

After riots, UK to train school kids to spot fake news

After riots, UK to train school kids to spot fake news

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

Schoolchildren will be taught how to spot extremist content and fake news online under proposed changes to the curriculum in the wake of far-right riots across United Kingdom cities fuelled by misinformation on social media.

Is Bill Gates A Hero Or Villain?

Is Bill Gates A Hero Or Villain?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

There is no shortage of books on the Microsoft founder, but this latest one is different in that it paints Mr Gates in shades of grey, leaving it to readers to make their own judgement about the man

West Indies aim to spoil Anderson's farewell

West Indies aim to spoil Anderson's farewell

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

The Caribbean side will back themselves to spoil James Anderson's farewell Test after breaching Australia's fortress, The Gabba, earlier this year.

Airlines record lowest on-time figures in 11 months in Jan amid fog issues

Airlines record lowest on-time figures in 11 months in Jan amid fog issues

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

The on-time performance (OTP) of Indian carriers took a major dip in January as dense fog foiled their flight schedules. According to data from the Ministry of Civil Aviation reviewed by Business Standard, five out of six major Indian carriers - IndiGo, Air India, AIX Connect, Akasa Air, and Vistara - recorded their lowest OTPs in at least the last 11 months. In response to queries, an Air India spokesperson said that during this winter, northern India experienced unusually prolonged periods of dense fog affecting traffic at the airline's two largest hubs -- Delhi and Mumbai.

LOOK: Samsung Galaxy S III: The android becomes human!

LOOK: Samsung Galaxy S III: The android becomes human!

Rediff.com4 May 2012

Is Samsung Galaxy S III, Galaxy S II on Steroids? Ashish Narsale looks at the best features Galaxy S III has on offer and feels that the android technology has become more human.

India test-fires nuclear-capable Agni-III missile

India test-fires nuclear-capable Agni-III missile

Rediff.com23 Dec 2013

India on Monday test-fired its nuclear-capable Agni-III ballistic missile with a strike range of more than 3,000 km as part of a user trial by the Army from Wheeler Island off Odisha coast, defence sources said.

Martin Luther King III calls on President

Martin Luther King III calls on President

Rediff.com16 Feb 2009

Martin Luther King III, who is in India to trace his father Martin Luther King Junior's 'India Pilgrimage' 50 years ago, called on President Pratibha Patil on Monday.

71% intra-day traders pay the price chasing quick gains

71% intra-day traders pay the price chasing quick gains

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

Over 70 per cent of individual investors who engage in intraday trading incurred an average loss of Rs 5,371 during 2022-23 (FY23), according to a study conducted by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi). Intraday trades involve buying and selling securities within the same trading day. The study covered nearly 7 million investors trading in the equity cash segment.

Kingfisher first CAT III pvt airline

Kingfisher first CAT III pvt airline

Rediff.com15 Dec 2006

Liquor baron Vijay Mallya-promoted Kingfisher Airlines has become the first private airline in the country to get Category III certification from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation.

Ola Electric likely to drive in IPO at a lower valuation of $4.5 billion

Ola Electric likely to drive in IPO at a lower valuation of $4.5 billion

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Ola Electric, the SoftBank-backed electric vehicle (EV) maker, is likely to pursue a valuation of approximately $4.5 billion in its upcoming initial public offering (IPO), marking about 18 per cent decrease from its last funding round valuation of around $5.5 billion, according to industry sources. The Bhavish Aggarwal-founded firm aims to file for the IPO by next month, according to people familiar with the matter. "The strategy is to price the IPO attractively for investors, fostering long-term growth and wealth creation," said a source.

'We focus on smaller ticket sizes loans'

'We focus on smaller ticket sizes loans'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

'Banks may find small ticket size lending economically unviable due to the cost of branch operations.'

Will end Ukraine, Gaza wars, Putin respects me, says Trump; Harris hits back

Will end Ukraine, Gaza wars, Putin respects me, says Trump; Harris hits back

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

As the world continues to rage under the ongoing conflicts in Europe and the Middle East, the two presidential candidates in the United States, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump during the presidential debate hosted by ABC News on Tuesday (local time), presented their views on ending the conflict and Washington, DC's role in it.

Will heal weariness in the heart, says UK PM Starmer in first speech

Will heal weariness in the heart, says UK PM Starmer in first speech

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

Keir Starmer, in his first speech as the UK's new prime minister, on Friday pledged to heal the "weariness in the heart" of Britain and rebuild the country after a landslide Labour victory in the general election.

GSLV Mark-III launch in 2009: ISRO

GSLV Mark-III launch in 2009: ISRO

Rediff.com3 May 2007

With the development of GSLV Mark-III, India will be able to launch heavy satellites into the geosynchronous transfer orbit. This vehicle is billed as the technological successor to GSLV Mark-II.

Dense fog persists over north India, rail traffic hit

Dense fog persists over north India, rail traffic hit

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Satellite imagery showed a dense elongated band of fog stretching from Punjab to the northeast.

'FAME must include tractors and LCVs'

'FAME must include tractors and LCVs'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

'The scheme excludes tractors, light commercial vehicles, and medium and heavy commercial vehicles.'

Agni-III was 'partially successful': Pranab

Agni-III was 'partially successful': Pranab

Rediff.com11 Jul 2006

The launch of the intermediate range ballistic missile Agni-III should be seen as a stepping stone in pushing the country towards further advances in military technology, the defence minister said.

Beaugrand claims triathlon gold as Seine passes test

Beaugrand claims triathlon gold as Seine passes test

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Cassandre Beaugrand won gold in the women's triathlon at the Paris Olympics on Wednesday

Will Anna's Death Be A Wake-Up Call For India Inc?

Will Anna's Death Be A Wake-Up Call For India Inc?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

'In India, managers and the leadership almost glorify overworking.'

Ratan Tata's Biggest Contribution To Management Theory

Ratan Tata's Biggest Contribution To Management Theory

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

'It is notable how humble he was and didn't want anything different just because he was a Tata.'

What's Adani Doing With King Charles's Brother-in-Law?

What's Adani Doing With King Charles's Brother-in-Law?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

Glimpses from the opening of the Adani Green Energy Gallery at the Science Museum in London.

Rishi Sunak's Final Speech As PM

Rishi Sunak's Final Speech As PM

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

'I have heard your anger, disappointment and I take responsibility for this loss,' Rishi Sunak said in his brief speech at 10, Downing Street.

Nuke-capable Agni-III missile sucessfully tested

Nuke-capable Agni-III missile sucessfully tested

Rediff.com7 Feb 2010

India "successfully" test-fired its nuclear-capable Agni-III ballistic missile with a range of more than 3,000 km from the Wheeler Island off the Orissa coast, on Sunday.

JEE aspirant from Bihar hangs self in Kota, 13th death this year

JEE aspirant from Bihar hangs self in Kota, 13th death this year

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

This is the thirteenth case of suspected suicide by a coaching student in Kota since January.

HC directs Bengal to ensure 1% quota for transgenders in public job

HC directs Bengal to ensure 1% quota for transgenders in public job

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

Justice Rajasekhar Mantha directed the chief secretary of the West Bengal government to ensure one percent reservation for transgenders in all public employment.

Samsung Galaxy S III to launch on March 30?

Samsung Galaxy S III to launch on March 30?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2012

Recently a number of reports and rumours regarding Samsung's next flagship smartphone, Samsung Galaxy S III, have hit the Internet. The device was previously rumoured to be launched at the MWC 2012 event in February.

Basel-III: Banks' earning to come under pressure

Basel-III: Banks' earning to come under pressure

Rediff.com23 Apr 2012

Basel-III norms, proposed to be implemented from the beginning of 2013 till 2017, require the equity capital of a bank to be not less than 5.5 percent of risk-weighted loans, as per the draft guidelines issued by Reserve Bank of India.

Samsung Galaxy S III Mini to launch on October 11?

Samsung Galaxy S III Mini to launch on October 11?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2012

The Samsung vs Apple war is all set to witness a new dimension as the cyber world goes abuzz with the launch of Samsung Galaxy S III Mini a smaller version of the record-breaking Samsung Galaxy S III -- on October 11 even as rumours grow louder of an iPad Mini sometime later on October 17.

100 Indian Elephants March To New York

100 Indian Elephants March To New York

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Why is the Big Apple welcoming our pachyderms? And how is India teaching the world about living with wildlife?

'Insurance should be bought for right reason'

'Insurance should be bought for right reason'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2024

'We do not believe in fire sale. We don't do it.'

Customs duty exemption on lithium, cobalt to aid growth of EV sector

Customs duty exemption on lithium, cobalt to aid growth of EV sector

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

The proposed exemption in customs duty on import of lithium, cobalt and other rare minerals in the Union Budget 2024-25 is likely to lower the battery production cost and help in making electric vehicles more affordable for the buyers, auto industry leaders said on Tuesday.

The Intern's Dilemma

The Intern's Dilemma

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

'When it is unpaid, sometimes, they don't take you seriously.' 'Work is not reviewed, and there is no effort in making interns learn.'

Is NPS Vatsalya Right Choice For Your Children?

Is NPS Vatsalya Right Choice For Your Children?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

From how to open an NPS Vatsalya account to knowing how this scheme compares to investing in mutual fund or in provident fund, Ramalingam Kalirajan offers a 360-degree view and the pros and cons of investing in a scheme that has the potential to secure your child's financial well-being.