News for 'kalam'

Khel Ratna for Rani; Lovlina, Ishant take home Arjuna Award

Khel Ratna for Rani; Lovlina, Ishant take home Arjuna Award

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

Sports Minister hands over trophies to 2020 National Sports Awards winners

Letter to Israeli envoy hints at Iran hand in Delhi blast

Letter to Israeli envoy hints at Iran hand in Delhi blast

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

The Delhi police has asked for details of all Iranians, including Iranians settled overseas, who have come to the national capital through the FRRO.

The rise of India's most non-political President

The rise of India's most non-political President

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

APJ Abdul Kalam was passionate about everything he did. He was perfect, says Aditi Phadnis

Will not nurse a traitor's child: ISI agent's wife

Will not nurse a traitor's child: ISI agent's wife

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

Asma Khatoon is devastated that her husband is a Pakistani spy.

Modi struck the right notes in Tamil Nadu

Modi struck the right notes in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com28 Jul 2017

'I am sure Amma's soul is watching over Tamil Nadu and blessing it," Modi said, and was met with a thunderous applause.

All The Muslim Union Ministers

All The Muslim Union Ministers

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

It is for the first time in the history of Independent India that not a single Muslim is part of the Union Cabinet.

India's 'Missile Man' continues to inspire through new web comic

India's 'Missile Man' continues to inspire through new web comic

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

Late former President APJ Abdul Kalam's inspiring and motivational message and minimalistic lifestyle forms the basis for a new art based web comic.

Switch To ORGANIC LEARNING Now!

Switch To ORGANIC LEARNING Now!

Rediff.com23 Jun 2022

Reading books will make you curious, build your imagination and nourish your brain into an organic super power.

Rameswaram's special send-off for their favourite son

Rameswaram's special send-off for their favourite son

Rediff.com29 Jul 2015

Keeping his secular credentials in mind and his love for all religions, a special prayer will be held at the Rameshwar temple and the Mohideen Aandavar Masjid.

Actor Vivekh dies following cardiac arrest, cremated with police honours

Actor Vivekh dies following cardiac arrest, cremated with police honours

Rediff.com17 Apr 2021

In his condolence message, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "The untimely demise of noted actor Vivekh has left many saddened. His comic timing and intelligent dialogues entertained people." "Both in his films and his life, his concern for the environment and society shone through. Condolences to his family, friends and admirers. Om Shanti," the prime minister tweeted.

TN polls: Kamal Haasan in talks with 'like-minded' parties

TN polls: Kamal Haasan in talks with 'like-minded' parties

Rediff.com4 Mar 2021

Haasan said several parties have initiated discussions for a possible alliance with the MNM and he "shook hands" with the All India Samathuva Makkal Katchi.

Two Faces of Bangladesh

Two Faces of Bangladesh

Rediff.com20 Sep 2019

With Sheikh Hasina as Bangladesh prime minister, all is well with the world of India-Bangladesh relations, says Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

The Dream Evangelist

The Dream Evangelist

Rediff.com3 Aug 2015

'President Kalam pitched his dreams high. He will be best remembered for that feat.'

Akhilesh launches Mission 2022 with rath yatra, says BJP 'crushed' farmers

Akhilesh launches Mission 2022 with rath yatra, says BJP 'crushed' farmers

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

Kickstarting his party's 'Mission 2022' with a 'rath yatra,' Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday hit out at the Bharatiya Janata Party, saying it has 'crushed farmers' and on return to power in Uttar Pradesh would 'crush the Constitution' as well.

Bheek remark: Congress urges Kovind to take back Kangana's Padma Shri

Bheek remark: Congress urges Kovind to take back Kangana's Padma Shri

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

Hitting out at actor Kangana Ranaut for describing India's Independence in 1947 as bheek or alms, the Congress on Thursday said her remarks amounted to 'treason' and demanded the government take back the Padma Shri bestowed on her recently as she has 'insulted' the country's Independence movement.

Ayodhya dispute: Muslim group says gift land to Hindus

Ayodhya dispute: Muslim group says gift land to Hindus

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

The "Indian Muslims for peace" say they would prefer an out of court settlement so that both Hindus and Muslims remain happy and no party feels aggrieved.

Rocket Boys Review

Rocket Boys Review

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

Jim Sarb and Ishwak Singh are a force to reckon with and deliver a soaring tribute to the two pillars of India's science world in Rocket Boys, applauds Sukanya Verma.

'He made the youth dream about a better India'

'He made the youth dream about a better India'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

'His simple lifestyle, his optimism, his hard work and his genuine humility made him an authentic role model to millions of children, many of them growing up in challenging circumstances.'

President's train ride moment of pride for rail employees

President's train ride moment of pride for rail employees

Rediff.com26 Jun 2021

This was the first time in 15 years that a President took a train ride. Kovind has also become the first President not to travel on a presidential saloon car.

Of Kamaraj's ideals and Kalam's vision

Of Kamaraj's ideals and Kalam's vision

Rediff.com5 Feb 2008

Tamil actor turned politician Sharat Kumar on why he launched a new party and his aims in public life.

Aerospace design: Kalam moots virtual platform

Aerospace design: Kalam moots virtual platform

Rediff.com21 Jan 2008

"I am visualising a "Virtual Collaborative GRID for Aerospace and Automotive Research and development" to enable design (become) reality -- a product life cycle management framework that will enable India realise its vision for the manufacturing sector and become competitive in the defence and the commercial market of aerospace and automotive sector," Kalam said in Chennai.

'Failure is not a negative word'

'Failure is not a negative word'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

'Failure is success delayed. It teaches you to be patient and persevere so that you improve.'

'I call Rocket Boys an emotion'

'I call Rocket Boys an emotion'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

'It was so nice to see that someone of her stature, where she came from and whose family she was married into and how she held herself in spite of everything that was thrown at her.'

Nuclear capable 'Shaurya' missile test fired

Nuclear capable 'Shaurya' missile test fired

Rediff.com3 Oct 2020

The surface-to-surface tactical missile was blasted off from a canister strapped to the ground launcher from launch complex 4 of the Integrated Test Range in the APJ Abdul Kalam Island around 12.10 pm.

The lecture that changed APJ's life!

The lecture that changed APJ's life!

Rediff.com26 May 2015

A brief class by his teacher on the Rameswaram seashore on how birds fly and the locomotive force behind their flight gave former President A P J Abdul Kalam his aim in life and helped him in understanding physics better.

Send Kalam, Aamir, Sri Sri to Kashmir!

Send Kalam, Aamir, Sri Sri to Kashmir!

Rediff.com16 Sep 2010

'Sadly, we don't have a single political leader in any party who carries any kind of conviction in Kashmir.'

Rifath Shaarook, the boy who built the world's lightest satellite

Rifath Shaarook, the boy who built the world's lightest satellite

Rediff.com12 Jul 2017

The lead scientist on the project, which was launched by NASA, is also the youngest at 18. Meet the boy from Tamil Nadu who is already working on his next mission.

Would Putin Have Attacked Had Ukraine Kept Its N-Bombs?

Would Putin Have Attacked Had Ukraine Kept Its N-Bombs?

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

Would Ukraine be such a pushover if it had that nuclear stockpile?' asks Shekhar Gupta.

JD-U NOT keen on Kalam as President

JD-U NOT keen on Kalam as President

Rediff.com14 Jun 2012

Against the backdrop of dramatic twists and turns in the Presidential race, key National Democratic Alliance ally Janata Dal-United on Thursday refrained from making its stand clear on the issue saying the United Progressive Alliance should first settle it within itself.

India successfully test-fires nuclear-capable Agni-5

India successfully test-fires nuclear-capable Agni-5

Rediff.com10 Dec 2018

Agni-V is a three stage missile, 17 metres tall, two metres wide and capable of carrying 1.5 tonne of nuclear warheads.

Bharat Biotech's Krishna Ella wins Covaxin fight

Bharat Biotech's Krishna Ella wins Covaxin fight

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

'He came back from the US only to work for his country.' 'He has invested his fortunes to build this company and is married to his work.' 'Rarely does one see such commitment.'

BEAUTIFUL MOMENTS From SRK's Life

BEAUTIFUL MOMENTS From SRK's Life

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

He may try to keep it as natural as he can but there's no doubt that he's stolen a piece of everyone's heart, and some of these pictures are proof of that.

When Comes Such Another

When Comes Such Another

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

'Let us celebrate the fact of his having lived amongst us, and our having lived in his time.'

Israel Embassy blast: 2 persons spotted in CCTV footage

Israel Embassy blast: 2 persons spotted in CCTV footage

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

A CCTV footage of the Israel Embassy blast site has revealed that a cab had dropped two persons near the embassy and it is yet to be ascertained whether these persons have any role in the explosion, according to Delhi Police sources.

PICS: Neeraj, Mithali, Chhetri, Sreejesh get Khel Ratna honour

PICS: Neeraj, Mithali, Chhetri, Sreejesh get Khel Ratna honour

Rediff.com13 Nov 2021

Paralympic gold-winners Avani Lekhara, Sumit Antil, Pramod Bhagat, Krishna Nagar, Manish Narwal were also given the Khel Ratna at a dazzling awards ceremony on Saturday.

Kalam shares thoughts with fellow teachers

Kalam shares thoughts with fellow teachers

Rediff.com5 Sep 2005

The President said he wanted to share his thoughts with fellow teachers in thew country.

Manipur Terrorism: 'Chinese hand can't be ruled out'

Manipur Terrorism: 'Chinese hand can't be ruled out'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

'The adversary will always exploit India's anti-national elements.'

India ready for UNSC seat: Kalam

India ready for UNSC seat: Kalam

Rediff.com27 May 2005

President A P J Abdul on Friday made a strong pitch for India getting a permanent membership of an enlarged United Nations Security Council.

Most CCTVs near Israeli embassy 'non-functional': Cops

Most CCTVs near Israeli embassy 'non-functional': Cops

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

Investigators probing the minor blast near the Israeli embassy have not come across "anything concrete" yet as most of the CCTV cameras near the site of the explosion were "non-functional"

Mukherjee to teach public policy as elective at IIM-A

Mukherjee to teach public policy as elective at IIM-A

Rediff.com9 Sep 2018

While most of Mukherjee's lectures will be closed door for the students taking up the elective, the institute plans to open up one or two sessions for public in November this year.