News for 'relief efforts'

California governor vetoes anti-caste discrimination bill

California governor vetoes anti-caste discrimination bill

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

The governor's move has been welcomed by a large segment of the Indian-American community who were opposing the bill.

'Why is it that only Christian institutions are attacked in Manipur?'

'Why is it that only Christian institutions are attacked in Manipur?'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

'Why is it that no other institutions are attacked? Why are only educational institutions run by Christians attacked?'

Manipur: Political Will, Legal Process Need Of Hour

Manipur: Political Will, Legal Process Need Of Hour

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

No process can offer a panacea for ethnic conflict, but there are times at which a legal process could work to defuse violence, asserts Supreme Court lawyer Devvrat.

From desert to hills, rain spares little in north India

From desert to hills, rain spares little in north India

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

The rain ebbed in some places in north India and pelted down in others on Tuesday, with at least seven more people dead and hundreds stranded as raging waters gushed through villages, towns and fields -- from the desert state of Rajasthan to the hills of Himachal Pradesh.

Violence will continue in Manipur unless...: Eastern Army commander

Violence will continue in Manipur unless...: Eastern Army commander

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

The Eastern Command General Officer Commanding-in-Chief also said India is giving shelter to anyone from Myanmar seeking refuge, including common villagers, army or police, in Mizoram and Manipur, but not armed cadres of militant groups of drug traffickers.

Govt promulgates IBC ordinance; relief for home buyers

Govt promulgates IBC ordinance; relief for home buyers

Rediff.com6 Jun 2018

Home buyers would be able to invoke Section 7 of the IBC against errant developers.

Relief operations begin in Odisha after cyclone Hudhud

Relief operations begin in Odisha after cyclone Hudhud

Rediff.com13 Oct 2014

As cyclone Hudhud weakened and moved to Chhattisgarh, Odisha government on Monday braced for relief and rehabilitation in the affected southern districts where its damaged houses and uprooted trees even as heavy rainfall was expected to lash these areas.

Laxmi Mittal donates $2 mn for tsunami relief

Laxmi Mittal donates $2 mn for tsunami relief

Rediff.com13 May 2005

NRI steel baron Laxmi Mittal has donated $2 million for the Tsunami Recovery and Relief Fund, set up by former US Presidents Bill Clinton and George Bush for overseeing United States' rebuilding efforts.

Nitish refuses to join issue with Pawar on Adani row

Nitish refuses to join issue with Pawar on Adani row

Rediff.com8 Apr 2023

The JD-U supreme leader, whose party, in Parliament, has been supporting the demand for a joint parliamentary committee probe, however, did not seem impressed with the Maratha strongman's preference for an investigation by a 'Supreme Court-appointed Committee'.

Banks can't get 'blanket relief' from CBI actions: Rajan

Banks can't get 'blanket relief' from CBI actions: Rajan

Rediff.com17 Jul 2016

"I think bankers have expressed some concern that they should not be held liable for actions that are taken in the full spirit of what is needed," Raghuram Rajan said.

Nine dead in northern Italy floods, F1 race called off

Nine dead in northern Italy floods, F1 race called off

Rediff.com18 May 2023

Sunday's Formula One Grand Prix in Imola, which is close to many of the worst-hit areas, was called off in an effort to relieve pressure on emergency services and prevent motor racing fans from converging on the inundated region.

World Cup: New Zealand remain unbeaten with win over Bangladesh

World Cup: New Zealand remain unbeaten with win over Bangladesh

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Bangladesh scored 245 for nine against New Zealand in their ICC Men's ODI World Cup match in Chennai on Friday.

Haiti injured could be taken to Guantanamo for aid

Haiti injured could be taken to Guantanamo for aid

Rediff.com15 Jan 2010

The Guantanamo detention centre has a major medical facility and a large airstrip both of which could be used in the coming days, State Department spokesman P J Crowley said. The major hospitals in Haiti's capital Port-au-Prince have been damaged and the airport is being run by the US army on an emergency basis.

Pak cricketers donate win bonus to flood victims

Pak cricketers donate win bonus to flood victims

Rediff.com25 Aug 2010

The Pakistan cricket team, that won the third Test against England at the Oval on Saturday, has donated win bonuses worth 4,625,000 rupees ($54,400) to the floods relief effort in the country.

India pledges full support to flood-hit Pak in UN

India pledges full support to flood-hit Pak in UN

Rediff.com21 Aug 2010

Offering its wholehearted support to flood-stricken Pakistan, India has vowed to do all it can to assist the country in relief efforts, apart from the $ 5 million in aid already extended by it.

India, Pak to discuss rescue efforts

India, Pak to discuss rescue efforts

Rediff.com24 Oct 2005

They will also discuss proposals made by both countries to open centres along the Line of Control.

Leh toll rises to 165; 81 foreigners rescued

Leh toll rises to 165; 81 foreigners rescued

Rediff.com9 Aug 2010

Rescue and relief efforts were going on at war-footing in cloudburst-hit Leh region, as 81 foreigners and six tour guides were on Monday rescued by the Air Force from Zanskar Valley. The death toll has mounted to 165 and 400 others remain missing.

Guj ex-DGP granted bail in 2002 riots forgery case

Guj ex-DGP granted bail in 2002 riots forgery case

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

The state government had opposed his bail plea saying the alleged offence is a "very heinous crime" and there is a prima-facie case against him and the role attributable to him in support of the charge.

US Vice President Kamala Harris visits Indian grandfather's house in Zambia

US Vice President Kamala Harris visits Indian grandfather's house in Zambia

Rediff.com1 Apr 2023

US Vice President Kamala Harris remembered her maternal grandfather PV Gopalan, an Indian Foreign Service official, during her tour to Zambia and paid a visit to the Gopalan's family house in Lusaka.

Rahul gets hero's welcome at Congress hq, says truth always wins

Rahul gets hero's welcome at Congress hq, says truth always wins

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

When the House was taking up private members' business, Chowdhury urged Rajendra Agrawal, who was presiding over the proceedings, to allow Gandhi to attend the House.

Israel, Hamas reach deal on 4-day ceasefire, hostage release

Israel, Hamas reach deal on 4-day ceasefire, hostage release

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

According to the Qatar government, the agreement includes the release of 50 civilian women and children hostages currently held in the Gaza Strip in exchange for the release of a number of Palestinian women and children detained in Israeli prisons, the number of those released will be increased in later stages of implementing the agreement.

UN: Myamnar to allow aid workers in

UN: Myamnar to allow aid workers in

Rediff.com23 May 2008

Myanmar has agreed to allow all aid workers to participate in relief efforts for cyclone survivors, United Nations chief Ban Ki-moon said after meeting leader Than Shwe in Naypyidaw on Friday.

China praises India's help for quake victims

China praises India's help for quake victims

Rediff.com19 May 2008

Beijing's words of appreciation were conveyed to India's Ambassador Nirupama Rao by Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi during her visit to the Foreign Office to write in the condolence book opened for foreign diplomats on Monday as the country began a three-day national mourning in memory of the earthquake victims.

Shut up: TM Krishna to celebs over lockdown messaging

Shut up: TM Krishna to celebs over lockdown messaging

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

The Chennai-based singer, in a series of tweets, said irrespective of political leanings, people in privileged positions must either call a spade a spade or 'shut up'. 'Can these filmy types please shut up and stay in their farm houses/fancy apartments,' Krishna began.

Govt asks states to set up relief camps for, give food to migrants

Govt asks states to set up relief camps for, give food to migrants

Rediff.com28 Mar 2020

With lakhs of these workers stranded on highways and inter-state bus terminus, the government stepped in and asked states and union territories to immediately set up relief camps for migrant workers and others who are returning to their home states or trying to do so during the nationwide lockdown period.

Fight against Coronavirus: Former NBA star pledges up to $1m

Fight against Coronavirus: Former NBA star pledges up to $1m

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

Writing on The Players' Tribune website, the former New York Knicks guard who sparked what became known as "Linsanity" in the 2012-13 NBA season, said he would be donating $500,000 and would also match donations up to an additional $500,000.

Kapil's comment doesn't go down well with Akhtar

Kapil's comment doesn't go down well with Akhtar

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

Shoaib Akhtar had proposed a made-for-television three-match ODI series between India and Pakistan to raise funds for the fight against the pandemic in both the countries. Kapil slammed Akhtar's idea.

PIX: China goes all out for Asian Games

PIX: China goes all out for Asian Games

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

Crowd roar as Xi opens Hangzhou Asian Games

Over 140 weapons surrendered in Manipur after Shah's appeal

Over 140 weapons surrendered in Manipur after Shah's appeal

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

The surrendered weapons included self-loading rifles, carbine, AK and INSAS rifles, light machine guns, pistols, M16 rifles, smoke gun/tear gas, sten gun and grenade launcher.

The terrible aftermath of Aila in the Sunderbans

The terrible aftermath of Aila in the Sunderbans

Rediff.com10 Jun 2009

Indrani Roy Mitra and photographer Dipak Chakraborty travel to Cyclone Aila-ravaged Sunderbans and witness untold suffering and misery amidst an apathetic relief effort mired in red tape.

Rahul may have to vacate his official bungalow in a month unless...

Rahul may have to vacate his official bungalow in a month unless...

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Following his disqualification as a member of Parliament, Rahul Gandhi may have to vacate his official bungalow in Lutyens' Delhi within a month if he does not get relief from a higher court in the criminal defamation case, an official said on Friday.

UN indispensable, says Annan

UN indispensable, says Annan

Rediff.com23 Feb 2005

Ruud Lubbers, who resigned as United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees following allegations of sexual harassment, claimed he took the step to help Annan, 'who is facing a series of problems.'\n

8 Foods To Build Immunity

8 Foods To Build Immunity

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Pani Puri, Samosas, Vadas, sandwiches may seem very tempting in the monsoon, but it is better to avoid them for your health, suggests Gayatri Trakru.

10 Ways Millennials Cheat In Relationships

10 Ways Millennials Cheat In Relationships

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

There are many ways Indian millennials cheat on their partners, ranging from utilising dating apps behind their partner's back to hiding romances from family members, reveals Sybil Shiddell, country manager India, Gleeden, a discreet extra marital dating Web site.

20 aid trucks enter Gaza; not enough, says UN chief

20 aid trucks enter Gaza; not enough, says UN chief

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

United Nations leaders and agencies have welcomed the entry of a humanitarian aid convoy into Gaza via the Rafah border crossing with Egypt but noted that it is only a small beginning, still far from enough and reiterated their appeal for an immediate ceasefire.

India to host key SCO conclave of defence ministers, Pak to attend virtually

India to host key SCO conclave of defence ministers, Pak to attend virtually

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif will attend the SCO defence ministers' meeting in New Delhi on Friday through virtual mode, according to an official readout.

Have heart-to-heart talk to end trust deficit: Rajnath to Meiteis, Kukis

Have heart-to-heart talk to end trust deficit: Rajnath to Meiteis, Kukis

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

In an address at an election rally in this southern-most part of Mizoram bordering Myanmar, Singh said violence is no solution to any problem and the two communities in Manipur must talk to each other to improve the situation in the troubled state.

'The govt is playing the role of parent'

'The govt is playing the role of parent'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2005

'My heart really tears open at the very thought of what they must have gone through,' says Sehba Musharraf.

Kareena's Best Performance? VOTE!

Kareena's Best Performance? VOTE!

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

Juggling marriage, motherhood and movies -- all in a day's work -- Kareena loves her job and hopes she'll never retire. So do we, as the actress turns 43 on September 21.

India Inc opens its coffers for PM-CARES Fund

India Inc opens its coffers for PM-CARES Fund

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

From offering office premises that can be converted into isolation wards to earmarking funds to be used for procuring kits, ventilators as well as personal protective equipment for health care workers, India Inc has put a united front to combat the unprecedented crisis facing the country.