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India, Indonesia to jointly patrol Indian Ocean

India, Indonesia to jointly patrol Indian Ocean

Rediff.com16 Oct 2009

The navies of India and Indonesia are launching the 14th coordinated patrolling on the waters of Indian Ocean, to prevent piracy, armed robberies, poaching, illegal immigration, drug trafficking, and other illegal activities in the deep sea.

Goa cops to tighten vigil on shacks

Goa cops to tighten vigil on shacks

Rediff.com1 Oct 2008

"We will crack down on the shack owners who play loud music beyond stipulated period of time, serve liquor till midnight and also encourage drugs in their premises," superintendent of police (North) Bosco George said.

No narco-analysis test on Rahul Mahajan

No narco-analysis test on Rahul Mahajan

Rediff.com22 Jun 2006

The Delhi police has decided to withdraw its plea.

10 things you should know about Bitcoins

10 things you should know about Bitcoins

Rediff.com9 Dec 2013

While Bitcoin is giving sleepless nights to the regulators, it is only going to get bigger in India where the interest for the currency is on a rise.

India gives $500 million assistance to Mauritius

India gives $500 million assistance to Mauritius

Rediff.com27 May 2017

The two sides signed a maritime security agreement after extensive talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Mauritian counterpart Pravind Jugnauth.

Nepal-India home secretary talks discuss security, crime

Nepal-India home secretary talks discuss security, crime

Rediff.com1 Jun 2013

Officials of India and Nepal on Saturday discussed security issues and cross-border crime during the home-secretary level talks here as New Delhi expects Kathmandu to address its concerns.

Govt won't touch Article 371: Shah assures Northeast

Govt won't touch Article 371: Shah assures Northeast

Rediff.com8 Sep 2019

Shah also said that no 'illegal migrant' will be allowed to stay in the country and that the National Register of Citizens exercise in Assam was completed in 'time-bound manner'.

Won't allow H1B visa holders to replace US workers: Trump

Won't allow H1B visa holders to replace US workers: Trump

Rediff.com10 Dec 2016

"We will fight to protect every last American life," Trump

SC refuses to entertain plea of Sushant's sister seeking to quash FIR

SC refuses to entertain plea of Sushant's sister seeking to quash FIR

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain the appeal of Sushant Singh Rajput's sister challenging the Bombay high court order which refused to quash a first information report lodged against her on the complaint of actress Rhea Chakraborty, the late actor's girlfriend.

Antibiotics to be sold only against prescription

Antibiotics to be sold only against prescription

Rediff.com11 Feb 2013

Health & family welfare ministry's proposal seeks to restrict sale of antibiotics to check self-medication.

India discusses ISI's Afghan link with security officials of US, UK, Russia

India discusses ISI's Afghan link with security officials of US, UK, Russia

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

India has conveyed its concerns to the top security and intelligence officials of the United States, the United Kingdom and Russia over the possible implications of Pakistan's links with the Taliban and various terrorist groups operating in Afghanistan for regional security and stability, people familiar with the development said.

China produces most raw doping materials: WADA

China produces most raw doping materials: WADA

Rediff.com12 Feb 2013

Virtually all the raw materials used by criminal gangs throughout the world to produce illegal performance-enhancing drugs come from China, World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) director general David Howman said on Tuesday.

Afghanistan still the largest opium producer: UN

Afghanistan still the largest opium producer: UN

Rediff.com26 Jun 2007

Most of Afghanistan's opium is trafficked out of the country and then processed into heroin and morphine.

Punjab crisis: 'Rahul is worried'

Punjab crisis: 'Rahul is worried'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

'He is worried about how best the Punjab crisis can be resolved.'

HC grants Pfizer temporary relief on cough syrup ban

HC grants Pfizer temporary relief on cough syrup ban

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

The next hearing on Pfizer's plea is slated for March 21

Trump orders construction of Mexico border wall

Trump orders construction of Mexico border wall

Rediff.com26 Jan 2017

Mexico fights back, says it will 'not pay for any wall'

Goa minister compares Nigerians to cancer!

Goa minister compares Nigerians to cancer!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2013

Two days after the Goa government launched a crackdown on Nigerian nationals illegally living in Goa, a senior state Bharatiya Janata Party minister compared Nigerians to cancer.

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.

Now, Trump plans to build steel barrier on Mexico border

Now, Trump plans to build steel barrier on Mexico border

Rediff.com7 Jan 2019

Trump said the opposition Democrats did not like the option of a concrete wall along the Mexico border, so he has offered them with a steel one. Trump argues that a physical barrier along the US-Mexico border is essential to stop the flow of illegal immigrants into the US.

Goa CM says Nigerians' attitude angers people

Goa CM says Nigerians' attitude angers people

Rediff.com1 Jun 2016

His remarks drew flak from Opposition Congress which alleged that it reflected the 'racist attitude' of the BJP government.

'Ham-handed' action against Snapdeal to hurt business: Pilot

'Ham-handed' action against Snapdeal to hurt business: Pilot

Rediff.com3 May 2015

He said action was akin to holding highway builders responsible for lane violations

Afghan Meet: India's Time To Play A Role

Afghan Meet: India's Time To Play A Role

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

The alacrity with which regional States responded to Delhi's invite signals that expectations are high regarding an Indian role in the efforts to stabilise the situation in Afghanistan, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Ness Wadia's arrest: Will BCCI suspend Kings XI Punjab?

Ness Wadia's arrest: Will BCCI suspend Kings XI Punjab?

Rediff.com1 May 2019

As per IPL's Code of Ethics, no person associated with the team can bring the game into disrepute and there is a clause which can lead to suspension of teams.

Fake medicines worth $31 million seized in global crackdown

Fake medicines worth $31 million seized in global crackdown

Rediff.com23 May 2014

The crackdown also targeted 10,603 websites, leading them to be closed down or suspended through having their domain name or payment facilities removed.

Prince died of accidental painkiller overdose, says medical examiner

Prince died of accidental painkiller overdose, says medical examiner

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

The latest Hollywood updates.

US-Pak discuss ways to stop IED component shipment

US-Pak discuss ways to stop IED component shipment

Rediff.com6 Jul 2011

Pakistan and the United States discussed strengthening prosecution and laws to target illegal shipments of components used to make improvised explosive devices and other terrorism cases, as law enforcement and counter-terrorism officials from the two sides held talks in Islamabad.

Customs to clear pharma raw materials from China

Customs to clear pharma raw materials from China

Rediff.com1 Jul 2020

Apart from them, consignments of 11 top importers, including LG, Samsung, Toyota, Honda, and Siemens, will also be allowed entry, relieving them of the 100 per cent inspection rule.

Martoma gets 9 years in prison for insider trading

Martoma gets 9 years in prison for insider trading

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

He was sentenced to nine and five years on charges of conspiracy and two of securities fraud.

10 OTT Shows to Watch This Week

10 OTT Shows to Watch This Week

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

Bhumi Pednekar and Konkona Sen Sharma's ode to sisterhood, Robert Pattinson's amusing accent, Satyajit Ray's many masterpieces, Steven Soderbergh's breakout indie, Mark Ruffalo's good fight -- all this and more on Sukanya Verma's recommendation list on OTT this week.

FAQ: What is a living will, passive euthanasia?

FAQ: What is a living will, passive euthanasia?

Rediff.com9 Mar 2018

"Human beings have the right to die with dignity." That's what the Supreme Court said on Friday while saying that passive euthanasia is permissible within guidelines. However, what is passive euthanasia? What is a living will? Here's all you need to know on the issue.

Indo-Thai naval exercise in Andaman sea

Indo-Thai naval exercise in Andaman sea

Rediff.com23 Sep 2005

This was the first such exercise.

In Mumbai amid protests, Kangana attacks Uddhav with harsh words

In Mumbai amid protests, Kangana attacks Uddhav with harsh words

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

Addressing Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena leader Uddhav Thackeray, Ranaut posted a video message saying his 'ego will be destroyed' the way her Bandra home was demolished.

India battles big pharma over cough syrup abuse, reducing supplies

India battles big pharma over cough syrup abuse, reducing supplies

Rediff.com14 Oct 2015

India battles big pharma over cough syrup abuse, reducing supplies

Should athletes caught for doping be banned for life?

Should athletes caught for doping be banned for life?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

Double Olympic champion Valerie Adams feels the suspension on Russian athletes from the Rio Games is a positive step towards eradicating doping and the New Zealand shot putter has called for a life ban on drug cheats.

Fisticuffs in Fortis family as Singhs accuse each other of assault

Fisticuffs in Fortis family as Singhs accuse each other of assault

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

The relationship between the Singh brothers, erstwhile promoters of Fortis Healthcare, went sour after allegations of fund diversion from the healthcare chain emerged.

Nigerians misuse educational schemes: Goan MP Shantaram Naik

Nigerians misuse educational schemes: Goan MP Shantaram Naik

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

Amid a row between Goa government and Nigerians, Goa MP Shantaram Naik on Friday claimed that Nigerians misuse educational schemes, violate Foreign Exchange Management Act and indulge in drug trade in the state.

Delhi man arrested for leaking Udta Punjab online

Delhi man arrested for leaking Udta Punjab online

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

The arrest was made after it was found that Dipak Kumar was linked to illegal torrent upload of the movie. He was arrested following the questioning by the cyber cell of the police, said Mumbai Police's Cyber Police Station..

Covid-19 pandemic is boom time for the 'faraway doctor'

Covid-19 pandemic is boom time for the 'faraway doctor'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2020

Tele/video-consults have been effective for patients requiring post-hospitalisation follow-up, especially if they are from outside the city; patients with chronic diseases that need periodic monitoring; and pregnant women who require routine checkup with minimum exposure.

Oil from cannabis seed is the new elixir

Oil from cannabis seed is the new elixir

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

CBD oil, found in marijuana, is gaining popularity for its pain-relieving properties. It's now legally available in India

Trump says getting closer to declare national emergency

Trump says getting closer to declare national emergency

Rediff.com2 Feb 2019

He also accused US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi of being very rigid and doing bad politics.