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Who introduced India's 1st air ambulance?

Who introduced India's 1st air ambulance?

Rediff.com11 Aug 2006

Whether it's an accident or a calamity, an ambulance always rushes to your help.

Who invented the automobile?

Who invented the automobile?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2006

Take the rediff biz quiz to find out how much you know about vintage cars.

Sheena Bora Case: How will Peter eat fruit?

Sheena Bora Case: How will Peter eat fruit?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

He was getting fruits, but no implement to cut them with. He told the judge, sadly: "I have tried and it is very difficult, your honour." His statement quickly brought up the imagery of Peter trying to cut a pineapple with his teeth or a papaya with a pen or a toothbrush.

Who invented the taxi meter?

Who invented the taxi meter?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2006

Take the rediff biz quiz and find how much you know about taxis.

Celebs mourn Star Trek actor Anton Yelchin's death

Celebs mourn Star Trek actor Anton Yelchin's death

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

The latest updates from Hollywood.

PIX: Villa maintain perfect start; Schalke end losing run

PIX: Villa maintain perfect start; Schalke end losing run

Rediff.com19 Oct 2020

Brighton and Hove Albion scored late to earn a 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace. Sheffield United and Fulham also drew 1-1 as both teams picked up their first points.

12 hidden gems you may invest in

12 hidden gems you may invest in

Rediff.com5 Jan 2007

Look at companies in 2007, and not the markets. 12 small-cap little-known picks to give a boost to your portfolio.

Churchill 'pigheaded', Dickens 'arrogant'

Churchill 'pigheaded', Dickens 'arrogant'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2004

Graphologists have studied the handwritings of politicians, monarchs and philosophers in documents exhibited for the first time by The National Archives in Kew, southwest London.

'Kahn will quit German national side'

'Kahn will quit German national side'

Rediff.com10 May 2006

Rummenigge also said Kahn had been devastated by the decision of Germany coach to relegate him to second put him on the bench behind Lehmann.

The fallout from 9/11

The fallout from 9/11

Rediff.com11 Sep 2006

He told the middle class not only to become talkers, but doers

He told the middle class not only to become talkers, but doers

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

'... That they should emerge as role-models to be emulated by the fellow countrymen; and that the middle classes should not stick only to hate-filled and scornful criticism and condemnation against the state of affairs,' remembers Mohammad Sajjad.

10 fashion moments that rocked the world in 2017

10 fashion moments that rocked the world in 2017

Rediff.com20 Dec 2017

Rounding off the year on a stylish note!

Bayern withdraw Ballack contract extension offer

Bayern withdraw Ballack contract extension offer

Rediff.com15 Nov 2005

The midfielder is reportedly a target for Europe's top clubs including Real Madrid, Barcelona, Manchester United, AC Milan and Juventus.

'Indian Americans would feel humiliated'

'Indian Americans would feel humiliated'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2005

A leader of the Indian-American community writes to Karl Rove, President Bush's closest adviser.

Soccer PIX: Mbappe masterclass; Lazio go top of Serie A

Soccer PIX: Mbappe masterclass; Lazio go top of Serie A

Rediff.com1 Mar 2020

A round-up of Saturday's matches in Ligue 1, Serie A and Bundesliga.

Accenture to hire 4,200 in Chennai

Accenture to hire 4,200 in Chennai

Rediff.com12 Sep 2005

India, which constituted over 13 per cent of Accenture's global headcount of 115,000, is its second largest geography in terms of the number of people employed after the United States.

US papers blast nuke deal

US papers blast nuke deal

Rediff.com21 Jul 2005

#TravelTalk: Why you'll never forget Amazing Vienna!

#TravelTalk: Why you'll never forget Amazing Vienna!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

The Austrian capital is famous not only for its grand architecture, music and art, but also for its open spaces and excellent public transport, points out Uttaran Das Gupta.

More revelations of sexual abuse allegations in sports

More revelations of sexual abuse allegations in sports

Rediff.com10 Feb 2018

Austrian Ski Federation to investigate new claims

Ban on Alphonso mangoes: India to take up the issue with EU

Ban on Alphonso mangoes: India to take up the issue with EU

Rediff.com29 Apr 2014

On Monday, the EU had temporarily banned imports of Alphonso mangoes, the king of fruits, and four vegetables from India from May 1.

Former Bofors chief Ardbo dead

Former Bofors chief Ardbo dead

Rediff.com29 Jul 2004

The seventy-seven-year-old Ardbo was reportedly suffering from cancer.

UEFA to investigate finance distribution

UEFA to investigate finance distribution

Rediff.com11 Nov 2003

UEFA ordered the investigation after the clubs expressed their unhappiness with the distribution of finances.

Diwali fete at White House

Diwali fete at White House

Rediff.com25 Oct 2003

Sports Shorts: Czech Republic pair stun Brazil for first Major Series title

Sports Shorts: Czech Republic pair stun Brazil for first Major Series title

Rediff.com5 Aug 2018

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Sunday

Football Roundup: Bayern sign Rodriguez on loan; Solanke completes Liverpool move

Football Roundup: Bayern sign Rodriguez on loan; Solanke completes Liverpool move

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

Bayern Munich have signed midfielder James Rodriguez from Real Madrid on a two-year loan deal with an option to buy the player, the German champions said on Tuesday.

Can you watch 425 films in a year?

Can you watch 425 films in a year?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

Aseem Chhabra watched some great films and some huge disappointments in 2020.

EPL: Klavan strike gives Liverpool joy; Leicester win

EPL: Klavan strike gives Liverpool joy; Leicester win

Rediff.com1 Jan 2018

Riyad Mahrez scored one and set up another as Leicester City strolled to a 3-0 win over Huddersfield Town in the Premier League on Monday.

Thane ATM heist: 6 people arrested, Rs 3.12 crore recovered

Thane ATM heist: 6 people arrested, Rs 3.12 crore recovered

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

As per police, the company handled cash for bank ATMs, malls and jewellers. At the time of the incident, the cash collected was kept in the office.

Meet Bush's Brain

Meet Bush's Brain

Rediff.com27 Aug 2004

Mr Sandhu Goes to Washington

Mr Sandhu Goes to Washington

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

'Taranjit has the ideal temperament to deal with the Americans who understand firmness and appreciate flexibility.' 'He can hold his ground with a cheerful face and still make it clear that India and the US are partners, rivals,' says Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

FIFA to encourage co-hosting for 2026 World Cup

FIFA to encourage co-hosting for 2026 World Cup

Rediff.com16 Feb 2017

The 2026 soccer World Cup could be split between up to four countries, FIFA President Gianni Infantino said on Thursday, announcing the organisation would encourage applications to co-host the tournament.

New Tata Motors MD in few days

New Tata Motors MD in few days

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

Slym, 51, died after falling from a high floor of the hotel in Yannawa district, Bangkok.

Football Roundup: Angry Bayern bosses back team and coach

Football Roundup: Angry Bayern bosses back team and coach

Rediff.com19 Oct 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Is Bengal ready for Paribartan once again?

Is Bengal ready for Paribartan once again?

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

The idle talk at street corners, cafes and public places since May 23 is that the winds of change are blowing across Bengal.

Skoda to unveil new models in 2005

Skoda to unveil new models in 2005

Rediff.com20 Oct 2004

In an aggressive bid to more than double its sales, Volkswagen group company Skoda Auto India on Wednesday said it would launch Fabia and Octavia II sedans next year and make the Indian operations a hub for South Asia.

Henry, Keane in FIFA's top 100

Henry, Keane in FIFA's top 100

Rediff.com5 Feb 2004

FIFA have kicked off their centenary celebrations by unveiling the first five from the list of the game's 100 greatest living players chosen by Pele.

PIX: PSG's big money star Neymar shines on debut

PIX: PSG's big money star Neymar shines on debut

Rediff.com14 Aug 2017

Neymar lived up to expectations as he showed his class on his Ligue 1 debut on Sunday, scoring one and setting up another goal in Paris St Germain's 3-0 win at En Avant Guingamp.