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After student's suicide, LSR offers fee rebates, laptops on need

After student's suicide, LSR offers fee rebates, laptops on need

Rediff.com21 Nov 2020

Following the suicide of a student allegedly over financial constraints, the Lady Sri Ram College has announced reduction in fee for a few courses, setting up a committee to provide laptops and allowed some second-year students to reside in hostels.

Girish Chandra Murmu assumes office as CAG

Girish Chandra Murmu assumes office as CAG

Rediff.com8 Aug 2020

Murmu made and subscribed to the oath of office before President Ram Nath Kovind, according to a Rashtrapati Bhavan statement.

Mr PM: The hour is late, let's get serious

Mr PM: The hour is late, let's get serious

Rediff.com30 Apr 2021

The government has to focus on real solutions, not make a mockery of the crisis through 'vaccine festivals',' asserts T N Ninan.

Irony at CBI court: Only 2G network available during verdict!

Irony at CBI court: Only 2G network available during verdict!

Rediff.com22 Dec 2017

Somesh Jha describes the mood at Patiala House courtroom and outside on Thursday during the 2G spectrum case verdict.

Delhi's air quality 'severe', likely to remain so on Diwali

Delhi's air quality 'severe', likely to remain so on Diwali

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

Experts said while meteorological conditions were "moderately" favourable for dispersion of pollutants, a "very high" number of farm fires in Punjab was the primary reason for "severe" air quality.

Downgraded from SPG cover, Sonia gets 10-year-old SUV

Downgraded from SPG cover, Sonia gets 10-year-old SUV

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

Under SPG protection, Sonia Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi were using Range Rovers.

MHA seeks report from Rajasthan govt on charges of phone tapping

MHA seeks report from Rajasthan govt on charges of phone tapping

Rediff.com19 Jul 2020

In a communication, the ministry of home affairs told the Rajasthan chief secretary to send a report on the allegations of phone tapping, an official said. The chief secretary has been told to provide the details of the incident after two audio clips emerged, the official added.

Ranji round-up: Lalit Yadav's ton hoists Delhi vs TN

Ranji round-up: Lalit Yadav's ton hoists Delhi vs TN

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

A summary of Day 2 action in the Ranji Trophy matches, played at various venues across the country.

5th round of govt-farmers talks today as stir enters day 10

5th round of govt-farmers talks today as stir enters day 10

Rediff.com5 Dec 2020

The farmers threatened to intensify their agitation and block more roads if the government did not accept their demand.

Daily COVID-19 count in India lowest in 44 days

Daily COVID-19 count in India lowest in 44 days

Rediff.com28 May 2021

The number of people who have recuperated from the disease surged to 2,48,93,410 and the case fatality rate has increased to 1.16 per cent

PM must express grief in Parliament over death of 750 farmers: Tikait

PM must express grief in Parliament over death of 750 farmers: Tikait

Rediff.com10 Oct 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi should for once express grief in Parliament over the death of around 750 farmers during the months-long anti-farm law protests at Delhi's borders, Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) leader Rakesh Tikait said on Saturday.

Allow peaceful protest by farmers: US Congress's India Panel

Allow peaceful protest by farmers: US Congress's India Panel

Rediff.com6 Feb 2021

The leadership of the powerful Congressional India Caucus has urged the Indian government to ensure that the norms of democracy are maintained.

Ranji Roundup: Sarfaraz puts Mumbai in control

Ranji Roundup: Sarfaraz puts Mumbai in control

Rediff.com5 Mar 2022

A round-up of all the Ranji Trophy matches played on Friday.

Thick haze engulfs Delhi, air quality remains 'severe'

Thick haze engulfs Delhi, air quality remains 'severe'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2018

The overall air quality index was recorded at 426 which falls in the 'severe' category, according to data by the Central Pollution Control Board.

Ranji round-up: Ton-up Dubey steers MP to 218/2 vs Kerala

Ranji round-up: Ton-up Dubey steers MP to 218/2 vs Kerala

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

A round-up of all the Ranji Trophy matches played on Thursday.

Editors Guild slams FIRs against journalists as 'attempt to intimidate'

Editors Guild slams FIRs against journalists as 'attempt to intimidate'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

In a statement, the Guild demanded that such FIRs be withdrawn immediately and the media be allowed to report without fear and with freedom.

Hathras gang-rape victim cremated in dead of night; kin allege cops did it forcibly

Hathras gang-rape victim cremated in dead of night; kin allege cops did it forcibly

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

Local police officers, however, said that the cremation was being carried out "as per the wishes of the family".

Black fungus: 8 Covid survivors die in Maha, Guj reports 50 cases

Black fungus: 8 Covid survivors die in Maha, Guj reports 50 cases

Rediff.com8 May 2021

The fungus, also called `black fungus', is present in the environment, but those with suppressed immunity or co-morbidities are more vulnerable to its infection, he said.

Medical infra of state in shambles: HC raps Delhi govt

Medical infra of state in shambles: HC raps Delhi govt

Rediff.com6 May 2021

The Delhi high court on Thursday said the existing medical infrastructure in the national capital was 'exposed' and in 'shambles' when put to the test during the pandemic and directed the Delhi government to provide facility for medical treatment as required by all residents of the national capital who are suffering from COVID-19.

R-Day parade weapons send Russia a message

R-Day parade weapons send Russia a message

Rediff.com3 Feb 2020

American armaments dominated the defence services's show of weaponry.

COVID-19: Are vegetarians more immune? Find out

COVID-19: Are vegetarians more immune? Find out

Rediff.com13 May 2020

There is no proof at the moment. Even vegetarians have been affected because this is a virus which travels through droplet infection and enters the body, say experts. However, people who are taking a lot of fruits and vegetables as part of their natural diet have better innate immunity.

Farmers to observe day-long relay hunger strike on Monday

Farmers to observe day-long relay hunger strike on Monday

Rediff.com20 Dec 2020

He also urged people demonstrating against the laws across the country to observe a day-long hunger strike at their respective protest sites.

Vijay Hazare: Iyer's ton helps Mumbai beat Maharashtra

Vijay Hazare: Iyer's ton helps Mumbai beat Maharashtra

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

This was Mumbai's second successive win after they had beaten Delhi in the lung-opener.

'Farm laws could have become a huge election issue'

'Farm laws could have become a huge election issue'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2021

'Had these three farm laws existed it would have become a huge election issue.'

Leftists, Maoists trying to take control of farmers' stir: Govt

Leftists, Maoists trying to take control of farmers' stir: Govt

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

He also said the government is sensitive towards farmers and is in discussion with them and their representatives to resolve their concerns.

Time for talks over, world will have to act now: PM on Pulwama attack

Time for talks over, world will have to act now: PM on Pulwama attack

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

Modi said dithering to take action against terrorists and their supporters will be like encouraging terrorism.

N D Tiwari's son Rohit Shekhar passes away

N D Tiwari's son Rohit Shekhar passes away

Rediff.com16 Apr 2019

He was brought dead at Max Hospital in Saket in south Delhi, the hospital said.

Plea in SC seeks removal of farmers protesting at Delhi borders

Plea in SC seeks removal of farmers protesting at Delhi borders

Rediff.com4 Dec 2020

The plea has sought the apex court directions to the authorities to open the roads at Delhi borders, shift these protestors to allotted place and provide guidelines on social distancing and use of mask at the protest place to contain spread of COVID-19 cases.

SC allows women to take NDA entrance exam, asks UPSC to issue notification

SC allows women to take NDA entrance exam, asks UPSC to issue notification

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

"The Air Force and Navy have acted in a more liberal way. However, in the Army, you kept giving them a five-five year's job and never gave permanent commission till the verdict of the Supreme Court. If you are introducing women in the Army then why do you create a bar in NDA," the SC said.

Is Modi's political capital depleting?

Is Modi's political capital depleting?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2021

It is hard to escape the feeling that solving the problems of 2020 and 2021 will require something special which at the moment is not on view, observes Aakar Patel.

Global COVID-19 infections could be 6 times higher: Study

Global COVID-19 infections could be 6 times higher: Study

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

The study estimated the true number of infections across a combined population of over 800 million people in 11 European countries, as well as Australia, Canada, South Korea and the US.

Are audiences really going to theatres?

Are audiences really going to theatres?

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

Audience turnout is crucial to most exhibitors, since their discussions with film producers hinge on how many people will return to movie halls in the weeks ahead.

Kushboo joins BJP shortly after quitting Congress

Kushboo joins BJP shortly after quitting Congress

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

Speaking to reporters at the joining ceremony, the actor from Tamil Nadu said she had come to the understanding over a period of time that if the nation has to move forward, then someone like Prime Minister Narendra Modi is needed to take the country "in the right direction and to its glory".

Meet the unseen forces behind farmers' protest

Meet the unseen forces behind farmers' protest

Rediff.com23 Jan 2021

Behind the movement are shock-workers functioning quietly to ensure that a seemingly spontaneous, apolitical, grassroots mobilisation sustains itself without dribbling into chaos or violence. Sai Manish lists some of them.

PHOTOS: PM Modi's 'Malaysia moments'

PHOTOS: PM Modi's 'Malaysia moments'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2015

Here's a look at how PM Modi's Malaysia visit unfolded.

'Film business is not going anywhere'

'Film business is not going anywhere'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2021

'This is a blip in the 100-year history of cinema.'

SC to hear Delhi police's plea against bail to students on Friday

SC to hear Delhi police's plea against bail to students on Friday

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Friday the appeals of Delhi Police challenging the Delhi high court verdicts granting bail to three student activists in a case related to the last year's communal violence in north-east Delhi during protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).

I wanted team to return home after 2008 Sydney Test: Laxman

I wanted team to return home after 2008 Sydney Test: Laxman

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

"I was the one who suggested that we should go back home immediately because it was clear it was one-sided and it was not fair but Anil (Kumble) showed great leadership qualities and managed everything," Laxman said during the launch of his book '281 and Beyond' in New Delhi on Tuesday.

Heatwave singes North India, monsoon to be delayed: IMD

Heatwave singes North India, monsoon to be delayed: IMD

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

The southwest monsoon over the country is likely to be normal in July, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Thursday in its forecast for the month.

Woman vet rape and murder: 3 cops suspended for delay in filing FIR

Woman vet rape and murder: 3 cops suspended for delay in filing FIR

Rediff.com1 Dec 2019

He said a detailed enquiry was conducted following which a sub-inspector and two constables were suspended on Saturday.