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India's Employment Rate Lower Than Pakistan, Bangladesh

India's Employment Rate Lower Than Pakistan, Bangladesh

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

Only West Asia and North Africa have a lower employment rate than India, points out Mahesh Vyas.

Army says troops violated AFSPA rules in Shopian encounter

Army says troops violated AFSPA rules in Shopian encounter

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

Relatives of the three youths, belonging to Dhar Sakri village in Kotranka of Rajouri area in Poonch, had lodged a written missing persons report in the local police station after they lost contact with them on July 17. The three were working as labourers in apple and walnut orchards in Amshipura.

Serum Institute halts COVID-19 vaccine trials in India

Serum Institute halts COVID-19 vaccine trials in India

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

Earlier this week, AstraZeneca said it had paused the trials because of 'an unexplained illness' in a participant in the study.

MAPPED: The global outbreak of coronavirus

MAPPED: The global outbreak of coronavirus

Rediff.com14 Mar 2020

Coronavirus spread through being in proximity to an infected person and inhaling droplets generated when they cough or sneeze, or touching a surface where these droplets land and then touching one's face or nose.

Mystery Behind The Sinking Of The Moskva

Mystery Behind The Sinking Of The Moskva

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

The symbolism of the sinking of a major naval ship is deeply complex and military history is replete with tales of how the loss of a single high value war ship perhaps impacted the larger war that the nation in question was engaged in, points out Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

Didn't leak information about Sushant case: CBI to HC

Didn't leak information about Sushant case: CBI to HC

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

Hearing PILs about "media trial" in the case, the court remarked that the media has become "polarised".

Abhay 3 Review

Abhay 3 Review

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

Pinch your nerves, and trust the ghoul -- blood will be spilled; women, children, and grouchy old men will be dismembered! observes Sreehari Nair.

Critical business operations unaffected by cyber attack: Wipro

Critical business operations unaffected by cyber attack: Wipro

Rediff.com19 Apr 2019

Wipro said it has used its industry-leading cybersecurity practices and partner ecosystem for remedial steps and has shared this intelligence with its partners to develop the AntiVirus signatures.

New Covid lineage identified, 2nd in India after 'double mutant' virus

New Covid lineage identified, 2nd in India after 'double mutant' virus

Rediff.com22 Apr 2021

The new lineage called B.1.618 is distinct from the B.1.617, also known as the 'double mutant' virus that contains two mutations, E484Q and L245R, and is believed to be behind the powerful second COVID-19 wave sweeping through India.

US-based firm prepares class-action suit against Infosys

US-based firm prepares class-action suit against Infosys

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

In a statement, Rosen Law Firm said it is investigating potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Infosys resulting from allegations that the company may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public.

Covaxin launch now depends on clinical sites' deadline

Covaxin launch now depends on clinical sites' deadline

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

There are 12 sites across India, including private and public hospitals, conducting Phase 1 and 2 human clinical trials for Bharat Biotech's Covaxin. Based on an earlier letter by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to the 12 sites, volunteer recruitments for the clinical trials were to begin by July 7. At least three sites are yet to kick-start the process.

Scientists urge caution over launch of Covid vaccine by Aug 15

Scientists urge caution over launch of Covid vaccine by Aug 15

Rediff.com4 Jul 2020

'We must not compromise with the standard, the quality. We don't need to be the first to launch a drug but what we need is a Made in India vaccine that the entire world can rely on'

No evidence to confirm whistleblowers' claims: Infosys

No evidence to confirm whistleblowers' claims: Infosys

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

On October 24, the NSE sought clarification from the IT major on the whistleblowers' allegations and why the company had not disclosed the same to the exchanges.

Conversion Row Rears Its Ugly Head In Tamil Nadu

Conversion Row Rears Its Ugly Head In Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

As of now, there is nothing to suggest that the 'Michaelpatti episode' has the potential to polarise Dravidian Tamil Nadu on religious lines, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

'My greatest strength were prison inmates'

'My greatest strength were prison inmates'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

'You are with each other 24x7, so how can you ignore someone crying next to you?' 'How can you not share a piece of chicken with someone who is sitting next to you and watching you eat it?' 'Of course, you will share.' 'And you become friends with the kind of people you never thought you'd even know.'

Kyrgios should be defaulted on spot, says Wilander

Kyrgios should be defaulted on spot, says Wilander

Rediff.com29 Aug 2019

'I don't mind when he misbehaves. Obviously, I don't like the bad language. It's just when he doesn't try to play tennis, when he doesn't try to win then I think the umpire needs to step in. I think in this situation, default him on the spot, rather than suspend him'

Why Are Bankers SMILING At Last?

Why Are Bankers SMILING At Last?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2021

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Rs 30,600 crore government guarantee for the bad bank has changed the body language of bankers for the better, observes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

US SEC to seek Sebi's cooperation 'crack' Infosys case

US SEC to seek Sebi's cooperation 'crack' Infosys case

Rediff.com25 Oct 2019

Infosys said it is also "aware of a securities class action lawsuit" that has been filed against the company in a federal court in the US, based on the generalised allegations in the anonymous complaints. The company intends to defend itself vigorously in such a lawsuit.

Why BJP Needs A Democratic Check-Up

Why BJP Needs A Democratic Check-Up

Rediff.com2 Apr 2022

The country may become militarily impressive, pile on GDP and the durbar of the ruling party may fill with the wealthy indebted to the rulers for their riches. But the spontaneous camaraderie of a free people will diminish and with it, our shared ownership of the country, warns Shyam G Menon.

Infosys denies knowledge of any fresh complaint

Infosys denies knowledge of any fresh complaint

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

Infosys pointed out that it is not uncommon for plaintiffs' lawyers to issue press releases or other media communications asking potential plaintiffs to contact them in order to apply for lead plaintiff status in an existing lawsuit. In October, Infosys had informed the stock exchanges of having received anonymous whistleblower complaints alleging certain unethical practices by the top management.

Codes give more power to states to be flexible on labour laws

Codes give more power to states to be flexible on labour laws

Rediff.com3 Oct 2020

The move will help industries in pushing authorities for exemption under various labour laws at a micro-level, along with demanding changes to bring greater flexibility in their operations related to retrenchment, safety standards, and collective bargaining.

High Covid toll sounds death knell for cement industry

High Covid toll sounds death knell for cement industry

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

With the increased death rate in the ongoing second wave of Covid-19, domestic cement companies are in no better condition than they were in the April-June quarter of FY21 when the country faced nationwide lockdown. "This wave has had high death rate which has impacted the business. "We are in no better situation than last (year) April. "Deaths of drivers, dealers, contractors and also employees have hit the industry really very hard since April (FY22)," M Ravinder Reddy, director of Bharathi Cements said.

What is China's action plan for Tibet?

What is China's action plan for Tibet?

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

National security, consolidation of border defences and border security highlights China's Tibet policy, points out Jayadeva Ranade, the former senior RA&W officer and China expert.

Four international captains reported fixing approaches last season: ICC

Four international captains reported fixing approaches last season: ICC

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

With T20 leagues mushrooming around the world, ICC conceded that the challenge to root out corruption from the game is bigger than ever.

CCD crisis: I-T officer draws flak for tax terrorism day before retirement

CCD crisis: I-T officer draws flak for tax terrorism day before retirement

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

Balakrishnan refused to react to the India Inc criticism of growing incidents of tax terrorism following Siddhartha's letter. Appearing unfazed, he said, "I only believe in doing my job well."

Farmers have right to protest, but can't block roads indefinitely: SC

Farmers have right to protest, but can't block roads indefinitely: SC

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

A bench headed by Justice S K Kaul said it was not against the right to protest even when the legal challenge is pending but ultimately some solution has to be found.

How Patanjali 'broke' laws to acquire land in Aravalli hills

How Patanjali 'broke' laws to acquire land in Aravalli hills

Rediff.com19 Jun 2019

The land acquisition, the consolidation process in Kot and a slew of other decisions by the Haryana government to open the hills to privatisation and commercial activity run contrary to court orders, environmentalists' demand, and at times the Union government's measures to protect the Aravalli hills, say Nitin Sethi & Kumar Sambhav Shrivastava.

IL&FS auditors Deloitte, BSR to be prosecuted

IL&FS auditors Deloitte, BSR to be prosecuted

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

But it does not mention its views on the government demand to ban these two auditors for five years from business.

Whistleblower's complaints against Infosys co-founders appalling: Nilekani

Whistleblower's complaints against Infosys co-founders appalling: Nilekani

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

Nandan Nilekani said the co-founders have served the company "selflessly" and remain committed to the long-term success of Infosys.

Toolkit row: Twitter calls out intimidation by police

Toolkit row: Twitter calls out intimidation by police

Rediff.com27 May 2021

Twitter said it will continue to be strictly guided by principles of transparency, a commitment to empowering every voice on the service, and protecting freedom of expression and privacy under the rule of law.

'Unauthorised' kabaddi team cannot use Indian flag in Pak, says AKFI

'Unauthorised' kabaddi team cannot use Indian flag in Pak, says AKFI

Rediff.com16 Feb 2020

The Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India (AKFI) has written a letter to its Pakistani counterpart, asking it not to allow the "unauthorised" Indian team, which is under investigation by the Sports Ministry, to use the national flag during Sunday's final of the circle style World Cup.

Charge officers sitting over vaccine production with manslaughter: HC

Charge officers sitting over vaccine production with manslaughter: HC

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

Officers sitting over untapped potential to make COVID-19 vaccines need to be charged with 'manslaughter' as it is leading to so many deaths, the Delhi high court said on Wednesday, observing that a lot of scope and infrastructure is available in India which is not being used.

Sexual assault probe: Las Vegas police seek Ronaldo's DNA

Sexual assault probe: Las Vegas police seek Ronaldo's DNA

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

'Mr Ronaldo has always maintained, as he does today, that what occurred in Las Vegas in 2009 was consensual in nature.'

US says Covaxin successfully neutralises Delta variant

US says Covaxin successfully neutralises Delta variant

Rediff.com30 Jun 2021

The NIH said results of two studies of blood serum from people who had received Covaxin suggest that the vaccine generates antibodies that effectively neutralise the B.1.1.7 (Alpha) and B.1.617 (Delta) variants of SARS-CoV-2, first identified in the United Kingdom and India, respectively.

Infosys retains law firm to probe whistleblower complaints

Infosys retains law firm to probe whistleblower complaints

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

Nandan Nilekani said one board member had received two anonymous complaints on September 30, 2019 - one dated September 20, 2019, titled 'Disturbing unethical practices' and an undated note with the title, 'Whistleblower Complaint'.

With 60,091 defeating Covid in 24 hrs, India's recoveries top 2 mn

With 60,091 defeating Covid in 24 hrs, India's recoveries top 2 mn

Rediff.com19 Aug 2020

The recoveries have surged to 20,37,870 in the country, while there are 6,76,514 active cases of COVID-19, according to the data updated at 8 am. The record high recoveries have ensured that active cases of coronavirus infection, the 'actual caseload' of the country, currently comprises less than 1/4th (only 24.45 per cent) of the total cases.

Sebi probe reports cast shadow on Jhunjhunwala's holdings

Sebi probe reports cast shadow on Jhunjhunwala's holdings

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Reports suggested that stock market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi), is looking into the allegations of insider trading in the shares of Aptech, a computer training company in which Jhunjhunwala is a promoter. An email sent to Jhunjhunwala on the allegations did not immediately receive a response.

'Switch on your TV at 2 am, they will scream Rhea'

'Switch on your TV at 2 am, they will scream Rhea'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

'Switch it on at 2 pm, they will scream the same.' 'Are there no other problems that the country is facing today about which people need to know or these channels must need to broadcast?' 'There has to be some limit to this naked TRP greed.'

Infosys' cup of woes spills over

Infosys' cup of woes spills over

Rediff.com24 May 2018

This time an anonymous whistleblower made an appeal to market regulator Sebi to probe an agreement made by the tech giant with some of its ex-directors.