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How S Chandrasekhar's decision laid foundation of NASA's Sun probe

How S Chandrasekhar's decision laid foundation of NASA's Sun probe

Rediff.com12 Aug 2018

Back in 1958, when the 31-year-old Parker suggested that the charged particles streamed continuously from the Sun and fill up the space, the scientific community refused to believe him.

Chennai techie spent hours on NASA pix to spot Vikram

Chennai techie spent hours on NASA pix to spot Vikram

Rediff.com3 Dec 2019

Subramanian, 33, who was on Tuesday the toast of the astronomy world, managed what ISRO and NASA couldn't through his close examination of before and after images of the scheduled landing.

3rd Wave Fears: India Inc trims FY22 growth outlook

3rd Wave Fears: India Inc trims FY22 growth outlook

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

'While most companies were bullish before the second wave of double-digit sales growth in FY22, that may not be the case now.'

Despite huge outlay MGNREGA ends FY22 with Rs 20,000 cr negative balance

Despite huge outlay MGNREGA ends FY22 with Rs 20,000 cr negative balance

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

The negative balance is largely on account of pending material cost for the work done under the programme during the year and even earlier.

Durable firms gearing up for Dussehra-Diwali business

Durable firms gearing up for Dussehra-Diwali business

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

Categories such as washing machines, refrigerators and television sets have seen sales growth of around 8-10 per cent in August compared to last year, industry sources said, with September also reporting a similar growth trajectory.

What is Sanya up to?

What is Sanya up to?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

Nushrratt and Jacqueline at the Ram Setu mahurat... Chiranjeevi launches a teaser of Rana's film...

Top honour for Indian solar physicist

Top honour for Indian solar physicist

Rediff.com22 Jun 2012

Nandi, from the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research in Kolkata, has been doing extensive research on the sun and the different characteristics of solar activity for the last many years.

Where is Priyanka holidaying?

Where is Priyanka holidaying?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2020

With the lockdown easing, film folk are starting to step out of their homes.

ISL PHOTOS: Kerala shoot out Delhi to set up final against ATK

ISL PHOTOS: Kerala shoot out Delhi to set up final against ATK

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

Kerala Blasters strode into the final of the Indian Super League (ISL) after a 10-man Delhi Dynamos, in a shocking display, missed thrice in the penalty shootout in their second-leg semi-final in New Delhi,

Varanasi court sacks official who ordered Gyanvapi mosque videography

Varanasi court sacks official who ordered Gyanvapi mosque videography

Rediff.com17 May 2022

A Varanasi court, which had ordered the videography survey of the Gyanvapi mosque complex, on Tuesday removed advocate commissioner Ajay Mishra on grounds of non-cooperation, an official said.

Meet Nawazuddin Siddiqui's new heroine

Meet Nawazuddin Siddiqui's new heroine

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

Bengali actress Bidita Bag has been roped in to replace Chitrangda Singh in Babumoshai Bandookbaaz.

Online sale of durables nearly doubles this season

Online sale of durables nearly doubles this season

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

With consumers staying indoors and e-commerce firms extending their reach to a larger number of pin codes, these giants have snatched a larger share from the offline traders this season.

Olympics postponement rekindles Dipa Karmakar's hopes

Olympics postponement rekindles Dipa Karmakar's hopes

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

Dipa Karmakar has been struggling with injuries ever since she underwent a surgery to treat an ACL injury in 2017.

Covid-19 surge makes corporate India nervous about Q1

Covid-19 surge makes corporate India nervous about Q1

Rediff.com13 May 2021

Since April, India has seen multiple strains of the coronanavirus sweep the nation, upending life and businesses alike. Out-of-home retail and discretionary categories such as durables, auto, fashion, lifestyle, hospitality, food services, travel, and tourism have been the worst-hit as Covid cases remain high, leaving state governments with no option but to curtail mobility and economic activity.

Resort politics returns in Karnataka with a bang

Resort politics returns in Karnataka with a bang

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

The JD-S has chosen the serene surroundings of Nandi Hill on the city outskirts while its partner Congress opted for a star hotel, sources in the parties said. The MLAs of the BJP are staying in the cozy comforts of a resort near Yelahanka and an ultra luxury hotel.

Scientists hail ISRO for detecting Chandrayaan-2 glitch in time

Scientists hail ISRO for detecting Chandrayaan-2 glitch in time

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

Scientists also expressed the hope that any technical problem will be sorted out by ISRO, and the mission will be launched successfully.

Why Ranji Trophy must have complete DRS

Why Ranji Trophy must have complete DRS

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

Saurashtra head coach Karsan Ghavri says the use of limited DRS hasn't served its purpose in the Ranji Trophy final. The DRS was the talking point once again on Day 4 after Saurashtra skipper and lead pacer Jaydev Unadkat was at the receiving end on two occasions.

What needs to be done to produce medal-winning gymnasts?

What needs to be done to produce medal-winning gymnasts?

Rediff.com23 Aug 2016

India's gymnastics queen, Dipa Karmakar's coach Bishweshwar Nandi expects a more solid sports policy and bigger effort from SAI and the government

'Playing the character of Kamala Rani was emotionally draining'

'Playing the character of Kamala Rani was emotionally draining'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2014

Actress Archana describes how tough it was to shoot for Kamalatho Naa Prayanam.

'Obama won't change the world'

'Obama won't change the world'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2010

'He is not as starry eyed about India as George Bush was. But within some limits he would like to do good to India,' says political thinker Ashis Nandy.

No obstacle insurmountable for Dipa Karmakar's coach

No obstacle insurmountable for Dipa Karmakar's coach

Rediff.com6 Aug 2016

When Bisweshwar Nandi caught his first glimpse of the Olympic rings after touching down in Rio with his gymnastics protege Dipa Karmakar, he felt an instant surge of adrenaline.

'Attack on minister planned by jailed SP leader'

'Attack on minister planned by jailed SP leader'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2010

The Uttar Pradesh police on Thursday claimed to have found the culprits behind the bomb attack on Institutional Finance Minister (stamps and registration) Nand Gopal Nandi.The police claimed that the attack was planned by jailed Samajwadi Party leader Dilip Misra (block pramukh of Chaka). Nandi and seven others were seriously injured in a blast outside his Allahabad residence that claimed one life.

Maha curfew: 50% factories may remain shut for next fortnight

Maha curfew: 50% factories may remain shut for next fortnight

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

According to the order, all factories producing essential goods and services will remain operational at full capacity.

'There is no lovemaking in my film!'

'There is no lovemaking in my film!'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

Director Kushan Nandy clears the air about his reported tiff with Chitrangda Singh.

As green norms kick in from 2020, refrigerator prices to go up

As green norms kick in from 2020, refrigerator prices to go up

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

The added burden on manufacturers for recycling e-waste is expected to impact their margins, which may further lead them towards hiking prices of other items.

Ranji final: Pujara, Vasavada wear down Bengal on Day 2

Ranji final: Pujara, Vasavada wear down Bengal on Day 2

Rediff.com10 Mar 2020

Cheteshwar Pujara and Arpit Vasavada gave a masterclass in defensive batting with a five-hour partnership on day two, taking Saurashtra to a strong position on Day 2 of their Ranji Trophy final against Bengal, in Rajkot, on Tuesday. Pujara (66 off 237), who was on five when he retired hurt on day one due to fever, and Vasavada (106 off 287) batted for two sessions and five overs as the hosts reached 384 for eight at the close of play.

WATCH! Dipa gets a hero's welcome in return to India

WATCH! Dipa gets a hero's welcome in return to India

Rediff.com20 Aug 2016

Fresh from her historic feat at the Rio Olympics, gymnast Dipa Karmakar touched down in the country to a rousing welcome, in New Delhi, on Saturday.

Quiz Time: Jagapathi Babu won appreciation for his role as an antagonist in which film?

Quiz Time: Jagapathi Babu won appreciation for his role as an antagonist in which film?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!

Voices against Padma honour for Chatwal get louder

Voices against Padma honour for Chatwal get louder

Rediff.com27 Jan 2010

Noted journalists Vir Sanghvi and Pritish Nandy have revealed that they will be jointly filing a Right To Information application with the Central Information Commission (CIC) with regard to this year's Padma Award list and the questionable inclusion of Indian-American hotelier Sant Singh Chatwal in it.

MUST SEE: Stunning pix of India's landmarks

MUST SEE: Stunning pix of India's landmarks

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

Rediff readers sent us these photographs of India from their travels.

Kishore Kumar, the only Genius I ever knew

Kishore Kumar, the only Genius I ever knew

Rediff.com5 Aug 2009

'For me, Kishore never really passed away. It's impossible for a man like him to die because he personified life itself... He wanted to be rich and famous, much more than he was. And he was eager to hide his wounds from everyone.'

Bollywood, perfectly framed

Bollywood, perfectly framed

Rediff.com10 Dec 2009

Lensman Toto Nandy shows off his best pictures.

Modern Love: Mumbai Review

Modern Love: Mumbai Review

Rediff.com13 May 2022

Modern Love: Mumbai has a mostly good selection of stories, and unlike so many other OTT shows that seem to think profanity and sex depict modernity, this one can be watched with the family without any discomfort, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Stimulus packages redeem consumer durables

Stimulus packages redeem consumer durables

Rediff.com13 Jun 2009

Kamal Nandi is a relieved man. As vice-president (sales & marketing) of Godrej & Boyce Manufacturing, Nandi has been seeing sales back on track for the last two months.

A mother's response to her son being gay

A mother's response to her son being gay

Rediff.com10 Sep 2018

Arnab Nandy's post about coming out of the closet and how his parents celebrated the Section 377 verdict has gone viral.

'I enjoyed the kissing scene'

'I enjoyed the kissing scene'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2017

Nawazuddin Siddiqui gets ready for Babumoshai Bandookbaaz.

Dipa Karmakar and the watershed year for Indian gymnastics

Dipa Karmakar and the watershed year for Indian gymnastics

Rediff.com23 Dec 2016

She embodied the Olympic spirit despite missing out on a coveted podium finish and while she was at it, Dipa Karmakar gave Indian gymnastics some unprecedented moments of glory in what can be called a watershed year for the sport.

Oppn leaders, activists laud SC's observations on sedition law

Oppn leaders, activists laud SC's observations on sedition law

Rediff.com15 Jul 2021

'Kudos to the SC & the CJI for standing up to the Govt on the gross misuse of this colonial law of sedition to silence dissent'

'We put pressure on Biden admn over vaccines'

'We put pressure on Biden admn over vaccines'

Rediff.com13 May 2021

'Supplies should start moving to the Serum Institute without any impediments.'

'Rushdie stopped by Congress to appease fringe elements'

'Rushdie stopped by Congress to appease fringe elements'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2012

The entire event suggests that in India democracy is decreasing and psephocracy is increasing, says Ashis Nandy, who spoke to rediff.com's Sheela Bhatt.