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U-19 WC: All eyes on Suryanshi as India eye sixth title

U-19 WC: All eyes on Suryanshi as India eye sixth title

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

At just 14 years old, Suryavanshi is already one of the most talked-about young cricketers in the world, having first made headlines with an electrifying 35-ball century in the Indian Premier League's 2025 season.

Recipes: 5 Easy Vegetable Doshas

Recipes: 5 Easy Vegetable Doshas

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Divya Nair suggests five versatile ways to put your dosa batter to good use.

Recipe: Divya's Kappa Mulakittathu or Tapioca Stir Fry

Recipe: Divya's Kappa Mulakittathu or Tapioca Stir Fry

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Here's a simple recipe or breakfast or as an evening snack at home.

2 cases of Kappa variant of COVID-19 detected in UP

2 cases of Kappa variant of COVID-19 detected in UP

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

'There is nothing to worry about. This is a variant of coronavirus and its treatment is possible'

WHO names Covid variants found in India as 'Kappa', 'Delta'

WHO names Covid variants found in India as 'Kappa', 'Delta'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

The WHO's move came nearly three weeks after India objected to the B.1.617 mutant of the novel coronavirus being termed an 'Indian Variant' in media reports with the Union Health Ministry pointing out that the UN's top health organ has not used the word 'Indian' for this strain in its document.

A Traditional Kerala Meal For Sreejesh

A Traditional Kerala Meal For Sreejesh

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

The customary naadan or home-cooked meal is rather memorable fare.

Is she black or Indian?: Trump on Kamala Harris

Is she black or Indian?: Trump on Kamala Harris

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Trump's comments prompted immediate criticism.

Will Usha Vance Be First Hindu Second Lady?

Will Usha Vance Be First Hindu Second Lady?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Asked about the challenges of an interfaith marriage, she said, 'There are a lot of things that we just agree on, I think, especially when it comes to family life, how to raise our kids. And so I think the answer really is, we just talk a lot.'

U-19 World Cup: Unbeaten India take on struggling USA

U-19 World Cup: Unbeaten India take on struggling USA

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

Having already sealed a super six berth, record five-time champions India will be expected to breeze past USA in their final group game of the U-19 World Cup in Bloemfontein on Sunday.

Recipe: Tapioca and Fish Cutlets

Recipe: Tapioca and Fish Cutlets

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

The love-affair between kappa and meen gets a fresh twist.

India's first Covid XE case found in Mumbai, data to be sent for scrutiny

India's first Covid XE case found in Mumbai, data to be sent for scrutiny

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

Of the 230 samples from Mumbai, 228 samples are of Omicron variant, while one was found to be Kappa variant and another XE variant. The condition of the patients infected with the new strains of the virus was not serious, a BMC official said.

No scientific evidence Mumbai case is Covid XE: Central experts

No scientific evidence Mumbai case is Covid XE: Central experts

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

INSACOG experts are conducting genomic analysis of a coronavirus case reported as that of the highly transmissible XE variant by Mumbai civic officials, though scientific evidence so far does not indicate it to be so, official sources said on Wednesday.

Covaxin booster can neutralise Omicron, Delta variants: Bharat Biotech

Covaxin booster can neutralise Omicron, Delta variants: Bharat Biotech

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

Bharat Biotech on Wednesday said a study has demonstrated that a booster dose of Covaxin has a neutralising effect on the Omicron and Delta variants of COVID-19.

Researchers find Covid antibody to neutralise all variants

Researchers find Covid antibody to neutralise all variants

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

"This antibody is both highly neutralising (meaning it works very well at low concentrations) and broadly neutralising (meaning it works against all variants)," said Michael S Diamond, a professor at Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis, US.

Omicron, Delta 2 pandemics going on parallelly: Virologist

Omicron, Delta 2 pandemics going on parallelly: Virologist

Rediff.com16 Jan 2022

Omicron is a 'deviant' from the COVID-19 pandemic progression script and so it must be postulated that two pandemics are going on side by side, one by the Delta and close relatives and the other by the latest variant of concern, said noted virologist Dr T Jacob John.

Only 1 Covid strain found in India of concern: WHO

Only 1 Covid strain found in India of concern: WHO

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

The B.1.617 variant was first detected in India and was divided in three lineages -- B.1.617.1, B.1.617.2 and B.1.617.3.

Pics! Best of Kerala, served on a platter

Pics! Best of Kerala, served on a platter

Rediff.com11 Aug 2019

Presenting the best food pics shared by our readers this week.

Relaunched Honda Amaze looks like a brand new car

Relaunched Honda Amaze looks like a brand new car

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

It's a zippy, well-engineered ride that offers comfort, quality, low cost of ownership and fuel efficiency at affordable prices, says Pavan Lall.

Meet India's oldest COVID-19 survivor

Meet India's oldest COVID-19 survivor

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

Thomas Abraham, 93, and his wife Mariyamma, 88, both have been fully cured after days of life-and-death battle against the deadly virus. The secret behind their recovery seems to be the healthy lifestyle they have been leading.

93-yr-old becomes India's oldest COVID-19 survivor

93-yr-old becomes India's oldest COVID-19 survivor

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

Thomas Abraham and his wife Mariyamma, 88, both have been fully cured after days of life-and-death battle against the deadly virus which they contracted from their son, daughter-in-law and grandson who returned from Italy last month.

Hyundai launches Grand i10 automatic at Rs 5.95 lakh

Hyundai launches Grand i10 automatic at Rs 5.95 lakh

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

The Grand i10 AT competes with hatchbacks such as the Maruti Ritz AT, Honda Brio AT and Nissan Micra CVT.

Can the new Hyundai EON take on Maruti Celerio, Datsun GO

Can the new Hyundai EON take on Maruti Celerio, Datsun GO

Rediff.com12 May 2014

The best small car for you...

India managed Covid 2nd wave 'very well': Niti member

India managed Covid 2nd wave 'very well': Niti member

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

'We have to take all preparations because the third wave is likely to start from September-October onward'

'Super-jupiter' discovery dwarfs solar system's largest planet

'Super-jupiter' discovery dwarfs solar system's largest planet

Rediff.com20 Nov 2012

Astronomers have discovered a new 'super-Jupiter' planet, 13 times bigger than Jupiter, the largest planet in our own solar system. The planet orbits a star called Kappa Andromedae that is 2.5 times the mass of the Sun and is located 170 light-years away from the earth.

Covid: What is Delta, Delta Plus & can vaccines fight it?

Covid: What is Delta, Delta Plus & can vaccines fight it?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

While virologists say theoretically the vaccine that works on Delta should work on the Delta Plus variant as well, more research is needed.

Poll: Which is the TASTIEST biryani in India?

Poll: Which is the TASTIEST biryani in India?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

With the holy month of Ramadan coming to a close, we ask you, dear readers which is the most delectable biryani you ever had.

Hyundai launches new 'i10'@ Rs 3.99 lakh

Hyundai launches new 'i10'@ Rs 3.99 lakh

Rediff.com15 Jul 2008

The company's new engine and transmission plant in Chennai, set up at an investment of $250 million, would have a capacity of 2.5 lakh units per annum. Overall, the company has invested $421 million on the Kappa project over a period of 48 months.

Hyundai launches hatch back i20, not to absorb tra

Hyundai launches hatch back i20, not to absorb tra

Rediff.com29 Dec 2008

The car will be available with a 1.2 litre Kappa engine in three variants. The company has also decided not to absorb 1,200 trainees as it reduces working shifts in its Chennai plant.

Golf: Randhawa tied second

Golf: Randhawa tied second

Rediff.com6 Jul 2007

Jyoti Randhawa shot a flawless five-under 65 to be tied second after the opening round at the European Open.

Hyundai launches Grand i10 SportZ Edition @ 5.11 lakh

Hyundai launches Grand i10 SportZ Edition @ 5.11 lakh

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

The Grand SportZ Edition will have features as Diamond cut Alloy wheels, blue tooth connectivity, steering mounted audio and Bluetooth controls, leather wrap on steering wheel, rear spoiler, B-Pillar blackout along with body graphics.

'India has tremendous genetic capabilities'

'India has tremendous genetic capabilities'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2004

'I believe it is the greatest civilisation ever on this planet, and those strong genetic factors are bound to \n\nre-emerge,' says Andrew Krieger.

Follow these Instagrammers if you love Mallu food

Follow these Instagrammers if you love Mallu food

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

These foodies will take you on a memorable gastronomical journey across Kerala.

US Senate confirms Indian-American Amit Mehta as a federal judge

US Senate confirms Indian-American Amit Mehta as a federal judge

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

Indian-American Amit Priyavadan Mehta has been confirmed by the US Senate as a federal judge in the District of Columbia, becoming the first Asian Pacific American to occupy this important position.

We are all Americans!

We are all Americans!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

'What Kamala Harris' rise and rise underscores is that our old ways of identifying the Indian-American Diaspora need to change...' 'None of this detracts from her Indian-American identity, which makes us feel as if we are Americans too,' notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

The Magic of Katha

The Magic of Katha

Rediff.com8 Nov 2019

'If we're able to make a child laugh or feel happy to come to school, more than half the battle is won,' Katha Founder Geeta Dharmarajan tells Geetanjali Krishna.

i30, i20: Hyundai unveils its star performers

i30, i20: Hyundai unveils its star performers

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

In the US, the Hyundai i30 is marketed as the hatchback version of the Elantra sedan.

Auto Expo: Stunning new cars from 19 brands

Auto Expo: Stunning new cars from 19 brands

Rediff.com9 Feb 2016

Audi India launched the second generation 2016 Audi R8 at the show.

Microsoft co-founder, Jimi Hendrix fan, sports team owner... The incredible life and times of Paul Allen

Microsoft co-founder, Jimi Hendrix fan, sports team owner... The incredible life and times of Paul Allen

Rediff.com18 Oct 2018

Whenever you think of Microsoft, the only name that crosses one's mind is Bill Gates. But the tech behemoth was co-founded in 1975 by Gates and Paul Allen.

The Grand i10 now looks sportier

The Grand i10 now looks sportier

Rediff.com17 Aug 2017

Hyundai has now given the hatchback a mid-life facelift that brings in refreshed exteriors, additional features on the inside and a revamped diesel engine.

How Honda Jazz matches up to i20 and Baleno

How Honda Jazz matches up to i20 and Baleno

Rediff.com21 Aug 2018

The Hyundai i20 is the classiest looking vehicle of the three -- the Jazz, while not exactly a bad looker, is a bit plain Jane (but, of course, classicists may prefer this aesthetic, says Aakash S Paul. But if you are on the lookout for a combination of space and sporty performance, the new Honda Jazz is the best-suited car for you.