News for 'laser'

Soon, terrorists could even attack satellites!

Soon, terrorists could even attack satellites!

Rediff.com1 Jul 2008

In a presentation obtained by Danger Room from wired.com, Randy Jones, the associate technical director of the Defence Intelligence Agency's Missile & Space Intelligence Centre, warned that terror groups could use lasers, radio frequency jammers, and even nuclear weapons to knock out US satellites.

NASA Mars Lander detects snow from Martian clouds

NASA Mars Lander detects snow from Martian clouds

Rediff.com30 Sep 2008

Snow falling from the Martian clouds have been detected by NASA's Phoenix Mars Lander, with possibilities of it even reaching the planet's surface. Laser instruments on the lander have detected the snow clouds about 2.5 miles above the spacecraft's landing site and also followed its precipitation.

Modi'fied' PMO website relaunched

Modi'fied' PMO website relaunched

Rediff.com26 May 2014

Seconds after Narendra Modi was sworn-in as the 15th prime minister of the country, the PMO website was re-launched carrying his message and pictures.

Check out these magical mice

Check out these magical mice

Rediff.com4 May 2009

If you have been using the same old mouse on your computer for a long time, then you might be surprised to learn the new features that a new mouse sports. Optical and laser technologies are fast replacing the rolling ball that used to adorn the underbelly of the old mouse.

With a bang! Sabyasachi inaugurates LFW

With a bang! Sabyasachi inaugurates LFW

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

The design maestro revealed his newest line in Mumbai and with it the 15th year celebration of Lakme Fashion Week took off!

The Statue of Unity towers over all

The Statue of Unity towers over all

Rediff.com1 Nov 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday dedicated to the nation the 182-metre statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the tallest in the world, and said it will be a reminder about the courage of a man who thwarted efforts to disintegrate India.

Sports Shorts: Lyles pips Coleman in 100m photo finish

Sports Shorts: Lyles pips Coleman in 100m photo finish

Rediff.com18 May 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Saturday

Indian-American helps solve 'decades-old' mystery

Indian-American helps solve 'decades-old' mystery

Rediff.com20 Oct 2007

Naresh S Dalal, a Chemistry and Biochemistry professor at the Florida State University collaborated with three colleagues, Jorge Lasave, Sergio Koval and Ricardo Migoni, all of the Universidad Nacional de Rosario in Argentina, to determine why a certain type of crystal known as Ammonium Dihydrogen Phosphate or ADP, behaves the way it does.

PHOTOS: Rajnath becomes first Defence Minister to fly in Tejas

PHOTOS: Rajnath becomes first Defence Minister to fly in Tejas

Rediff.com19 Sep 2019

Wearing a G suit, the minister buckled himself in the seat behind the pilot in the aircraft.

Flowers and remembrances in Hyderabad

Flowers and remembrances in Hyderabad

Rediff.com29 Aug 2007

Bouquets and candles for the Hyderabad blast victims

Computer printers as harmful as cigarettes

Computer printers as harmful as cigarettes

Rediff.com1 Aug 2007

After an investigation, researchers from Queensland University of Technology have revealed that some laser printers emit potentially dangerous levels of tiny toner-like materials in the air which could harm one's lungs.

Robin Santra wins Young Scientist prize

Robin Santra wins Young Scientist prize

Rediff.com20 Jul 2007

Dr Robin Santra, a physicist at the United States Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory, has been selected for the inaugural International Union of Pure and Applied Physics Young Scientist Prize for Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics

NASA spacecraft sets off to end Moon mystery

NASA spacecraft sets off to end Moon mystery

Rediff.com7 Sep 2013

The Lunar Atmosphere and Dust Environment Explorer or Ladee spacecraft, which is charged with studying the lunar atmosphere and dust, soared aboard an unmanned Minotaur rocket a little before midnight from from Wallops Island.

Lumbini Park blast case cracked

Lumbini Park blast case cracked

Rediff.com12 Feb 2008

The police, after thorough interrogation/investigation, have now come to the conclusion that it was Nasir, who had gone to Lumbini Park when a Laser show was on and placed a black colour bag containing the bomb, and slipped away from the spot a couple of minutes before the bomb (made out of Neogel-90) exploded.

Ukraine handed stadium ban for racism

Ukraine handed stadium ban for racism

Rediff.com28 Nov 2015

Ukraine was ordered to play a game behind closed doors as part of a UEFA punishment for racist behavior at last month's European Championship qualifier against Spain.

The Armed Forces's COVID-19 Challenge

The Armed Forces's COVID-19 Challenge

Rediff.com1 May 2020

'The COVID-19 pandemic must push the military into a long-term reconsideration of its primary challenges.' 'There must be greater emphasis on humanitarian aid and disaster relief including the management of contagious illnesses and impending crises caused by climate change,' notes Ajai Shukla.

PHOTOS: The gold medallists on Day 11 at Rio Olympics

PHOTOS: The gold medallists on Day 11 at Rio Olympics

Rediff.com17 Aug 2016

Check out the gold medallists on Day 11 of the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday.

Miami Open: Andreescu pulls off great escape, Venus rolls on

Miami Open: Andreescu pulls off great escape, Venus rolls on

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

IMAGES from the matches played at the Miami Open on Thursday

Gadgets so good they're wicked

Gadgets so good they're wicked

Rediff.com19 Nov 2007

How the gadgets that help the bad guys can help you run a software empire, oops, company.

IAF bids farewell to 'Bahadur' MiG-27 ML

IAF bids farewell to 'Bahadur' MiG-27 ML

Rediff.com29 Dec 2017

MiG-27 ML had proved its worth in various operations, including in Kargil and earned rich accolades in numerous international exercises held in India.

Soleimani Killing: Lessons for India to learn

Soleimani Killing: Lessons for India to learn

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

'Drone warfare has come to stay.' 'India should exploit the expected Reaper acquisition from the US to build an effective counter terror campaign,' argues Group Captain Murli Menon (retd).

Geelani denied visa by US

Geelani denied visa by US

Rediff.com28 Mar 2007

Geelani was operated at Tata Memorial Hospital on Monday and the doctors had successfully removed the malignant tumour from his only surviving kidney.

IAF gives images to govt showing 'significant damage' to JeM camp

IAF gives images to govt showing 'significant damage' to JeM camp

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

The IAF 'evidence' shows that the S-2000 laser-guided munition hit the intended targets causing significant 'internal damage', sources said.

India successfully test fires Agni-IV ballistic missile

India successfully test fires Agni-IV ballistic missile

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

The sleek missile having 4000 km strike range is a two stage missile. It is 20 metre-long weighing 17 tonnes.

Meet Google Nexus 5X and 6P

Meet Google Nexus 5X and 6P

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

With both the Nexus phones touted to be the first to carry Android's Marshmallow edition, the latest offerings from Google seem tempting, but surely, gone are the days of cheap Nexus phones, says Himanshu Juneja

Raytheon discusses bombs' jt production with India

Raytheon discusses bombs' jt production with India

Rediff.com20 Jun 2007

This is the first time that a US firm like Raytheon has offered to provide technology for the licensed production of a precision guided weapon system though firms from other countries have offered expertise to build similar systems.

Indian Army to add more teeth to T-90 battle tanks

Indian Army to add more teeth to T-90 battle tanks

Rediff.com20 Aug 2017

the army has decided to install a third generation gun-launched missile

In Assam, BJP govt struggles to deal with influx issue

In Assam, BJP govt struggles to deal with influx issue

Rediff.com3 Jul 2016

Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh has set a two-year deadline to seal the border.

Is he the greatest Marathoner of all time?

Is he the greatest Marathoner of all time?

Rediff.com1 Nov 2019

Eliud Kipchoge's story is unusual because when he came into competitive running it was not in the marathon. Fortunately for himself and the rest of us, he then turned to the marathon. Aakar Patel salutes the great runner's incomparable spirit.

Mobiles: Back to basics flops

Mobiles: Back to basics flops

Rediff.com28 Apr 2006

GDP vs young India

GDP vs young India

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

Instead of failing young Indians, the government should now focus laser-like on education, skilling, healthcare, and the environment, says Mihir S Sharma.

HDFC, Wipro, Infosys among Asia's most admired cos

HDFC, Wipro, Infosys among Asia's most admired cos

Rediff.com12 Jul 2007

This year's winners, which include Toyota, Lenovo, and Infosys, have been pushing to build their businesses globally.

First look: The Google Pixel 4

First look: The Google Pixel 4

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com brings you the details.

Sailor Rajesh Choudhary picks bronze

Sailor Rajesh Choudhary picks bronze

Rediff.com12 Dec 2006

Rajesh Choudhary picked his second successive Asian Games bronze medal when he finished third in the Laser Radial Open event in Doha on Friday.

India's GDP crosses $2-trillion mark

India's GDP crosses $2-trillion mark

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

It is projected to cross the $3 trillion mark in 2019

Yogi government proposes Lord Rama statue on Saryu river

Yogi government proposes Lord Rama statue on Saryu river

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

The objective of the entire programme will be to promote Ayodhya, the birth place of Lord Rama, as a tourist destination.

A cake shop made out of cake: The funky Edinburgh art show

A cake shop made out of cake: The funky Edinburgh art show

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

For 9 days in early summer, Edinburgh College of Art in Scotland is transformed into a public showcase of the work of graduating students, the majority of whom are completing undergraduate degrees.

Fashion Week: Back to black

Fashion Week: Back to black

Rediff.com17 Mar 2016

Designers Pallavi Mohan and Rina Dhaka create meaningful fashion at Amazon India Fashion Week Fall 2016.

Odd-even returns to Delhi; Kejriwal praises new traffic law

Odd-even returns to Delhi; Kejriwal praises new traffic law

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

Kejriwal announced the odd-even scheme as part of the seven-point 'Parali Pradushan' action plan that also includes mass distribution of anti-pollution masks, mechanised sweeping and water sprinkling on the roads, tree plantation, and special plans for 12 pollution hotspots in the city.