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Why do Aam Aadmi Party's electoral promises make little financial sense?

Why do Aam Aadmi Party's electoral promises make little financial sense?

Rediff.com16 Jan 2014

The author looks at what can be discerned of citizens' troubles from the new political party's platform.

Week after U'khand disaster, rescue continues on war-footing

Week after U'khand disaster, rescue continues on war-footing

Rediff.com13 Feb 2021

Rescue teams on Saturday began widening a hole drilled into an approach tunnel on the way to the possible location of over 30 people trapped inside a sludge-choked tunnel of the NTPC's Tapovan-Vishnugad hydel project after a flash flood ravaged the area on Sunday.

'Chandrayaan-2 launch a proud moment for all Indians'

'Chandrayaan-2 launch a proud moment for all Indians'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

India on Monday successfully launched its second lunar mission Chandrayaan-2 onboard its powerful rocket GSLV-MkIII-M1 from the spaceport in Sriharikota to explore the unchartered south pole of the celestial body by landing a rover. Following the successful launch, leaders across the political spectrum congratulated the Indian Space Research Organisation for its hard work.

Silverline project: Kerala govt to use GPS for SIA study

Silverline project: Kerala govt to use GPS for SIA study

Rediff.com16 May 2022

The direction to Kerala Rail Development Corporation Ltd (KRDCL), or K-Rail as it is popularly known, was welcomed by Congress-led United Democratic Front opposition as they termed it a victory of the first phase of the struggle against the semi-high speed rail corridor.

I am a proud and happy Indian today

I am a proud and happy Indian today

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

This demonstration of technology is exciting, as is the fact that it has been done with so little expense, says M N Vahia

Russia to train Gaganyaan astronauts: Modi

Russia to train Gaganyaan astronauts: Modi

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

The first Gaganyaan flight scheduled for 2022 will carry three astronauts, who will be picked from among the test pilots in the armed forces.

Vikram located on lunar surface, did not soft-land: ISRO

Vikram located on lunar surface, did not soft-land: ISRO

Rediff.com8 Sep 2019

Asked if the lander was 'damaged' during the 'hard landing", Sivan said: "That we do not know".

'Vishkanya' Sonia: BJP MLA's response to Kharge's snake slur

'Vishkanya' Sonia: BJP MLA's response to Kharge's snake slur

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

Congress President Kharge likened Modi to a venomous snake on Thursday at a public meeting, which had triggered a row, prompting the BJP to seek an apology from Kharge. Kharge later sought to clarify his remarks were not aimed at the PM but instead at his party, the BJP.

US court asks ISRO arm Antrix to pay $1.2bn to Devas for cancelled deal

US court asks ISRO arm Antrix to pay $1.2bn to Devas for cancelled deal

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

A US court has asked Antrix Corporation, the commercial arm of Indian Space Research Organisation, to pay a compensation of USD 1.2 billion to a Bengaluru-based startup, Devas Multimedia, for cancelling a satellite deal in 2005.

Robots to the rescue in times of coronavirus

Robots to the rescue in times of coronavirus

Rediff.com19 Jul 2020

From scanning hospital entrants to disinfecting hospital areas and floors, robots are being roped in for tasks considered high-risk, says Peerzada Abrar.

Modi surname case: SC to hear Rahul's plea on July 21

Modi surname case: SC to hear Rahul's plea on July 21

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

A bench of Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and Justices PS Narasimha and Manoj Mishra agreed to hear the plea after senior advocate Abhishek Singhvi, appearing for Gandhi, sought listing of the appeal on July 21 or July 24.

'If you are alert, then you can scream for help'

'If you are alert, then you can scream for help'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

'Being alert is the most important weapon in one's armoury when one is on her own or is venturing out in unknown territory.'

India, US eyeing to ink 5 pacts during Trump's visit

India, US eyeing to ink 5 pacts during Trump's visit

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

Ahead of his India visit on February 24-25, Trump said that India has not treated his country 'very well' on the trade front and indicated that a 'very big' bilateral deal with New Delhi may not be signed before the American presidential election in November.

U'khand tragedy caused by massive rock and ice avalanche

U'khand tragedy caused by massive rock and ice avalanche

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

The study suggests that climate change is contributing to such events happening more frequently, and highlights risks of increasing development projects in fragile environments.

Is WFH A Societal Shift?

Is WFH A Societal Shift?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

...or just a Covid-era practice, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

Eyewitness reveals details of Gambhir-Kohli verbal spat

Eyewitness reveals details of Gambhir-Kohli verbal spat

Rediff.com2 May 2023

'Toh ab tu mujhe sikhayega...,' Gambhir said in a verbal spat with Kohli

UP govt sacks 72 chairmen, advisors of state min rank

UP govt sacks 72 chairmen, advisors of state min rank

Rediff.com25 Oct 2014

Seventy-two chairmen and advisors of different organisations and institutions enjoying minister of state rank in Uttar Pradesh were sacked by Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday with immediate effect, an official spokesman said.

Saas Bahu Aur Flamingo Review: All Sass No Soul

Saas Bahu Aur Flamingo Review: All Sass No Soul

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Saas Bahu Aur Flamingo overdoses on sex, violence and drugs without an inkling of plot or purpose, feels Sukanya Verma.

India never had more decisive government: Modi

India never had more decisive government: Modi

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

Govt to play enabler not handler, India never had more decisive government: PM Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday cited his dispensation's push for wide-ranging reforms, including the privatisation of Air India, to assert that the country never had a more "decisive government". Launching the Indian Space Association (ISpA), an industry body aspiring to be the voice of the country's space sector, Modi noted that fields like mining, coal, defence and space have been opened to private players, and said his government's clear policy about public sector enterprises is to open those to private industry where its presence is not required. While opening a host of sectors, the government has built a regulatory environment in which priority has been given to national interest as well as the interests of different stakeholders, he said.

'There will always be some unknowns, but our scientists are well equipped to handle any challenges'

'There will always be some unknowns, but our scientists are well equipped to handle any challenges'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

'ISRO takes a very cautious approach.' 'After reaching the moon, the orbit has to be brought down from a single elliptical orbit to a circular orbit while simultaneously ensuring the stability of Chandrayaan 3 and the health parameters of the lander and rover.'

'Chandrayaan-2 achieved 95% of objective'

'Chandrayaan-2 achieved 95% of objective'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2019

"Already, orbiter is in space and it should do an excellent job of mapping," Nair said.

Four days on, no sign of Coast Guard aircraft wreckage

Four days on, no sign of Coast Guard aircraft wreckage

Rediff.com12 Jun 2015

Fifteen ships belonging to both the Coast Guard and the Indian Navy are a part of the search mission, in addition to the advanced Boeing Poseidon P81 surveillance aircraft.

5 Things To AVOID When You Resume Work

5 Things To AVOID When You Resume Work

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

With the hybrid model in place, employees can take advantage of the working from office to build better working relationships, trust, and comradeship.

After successful launch of Cartosat 2 satellite, ISRO looks to the future

After successful launch of Cartosat 2 satellite, ISRO looks to the future

Rediff.com24 Jun 2017

The Indian space agency has already begun work on the third generation of the earth observation satellite -- the first of which will be ready by 2018 and boost the capability to generate digital maps.

Review: Bholaa Is Quite A Trip

Review: Bholaa Is Quite A Trip

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

The real scene stealer of Ajay-Tabu's Fury Road is Deepak 'Deadly' Dobriyal, applauds Sukanya Verma.

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

'The pride of the devoted Seinfeld fan is that he happens to love a show that doesn't take his love for granted, so that even on repeat viewings he is never really sure what directions an episode might take,' observes Sreehari Nair.

Will realise the dreams of Constitution makers: Victoria Gowri

Will realise the dreams of Constitution makers: Victoria Gowri

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Gowri in her address after sworn in as additional judge asserted that she would dispense justice in realising the dreams of the makers of the Constitution.

ChatGPT: Driving The World Berserk?

ChatGPT: Driving The World Berserk?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

Or has the world seen things like this before, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

Navy close to finding missing aircraft as underwater search begins

Navy close to finding missing aircraft as underwater search begins

Rediff.com14 Jun 2015

Naval submarine INS Sindhudhvaj has begun underwater search along the Tamil Nadu coastline to trace the missing Coast Guard Dornier aircraft.

No doubt, China is ahead of us in space: ISRO chief

No doubt, China is ahead of us in space: ISRO chief

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

The Mars Orbiter Mission may have sparked a debate on 'space race' between India and China, but former ISRO boss G Madhavan Nair says Beijing has already surged forward and is on course to have an upper hand in the field globally.

India, US keen to conclude $3bn predator drone deal

India, US keen to conclude $3bn predator drone deal

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

The MQ-9B predator armed drones -- 10 each for three services -- is seen to be a key part of India's national security and defense needs.

ISRO plans to launch 32 space missions, including Chandrayaan-2 in 2019

ISRO plans to launch 32 space missions, including Chandrayaan-2 in 2019

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

The ISRO had earlier said Chandrayaan-2 will be launched in a window from January-February 16, 2019.Sources said it is expected by the middle of next month but no date has been finalised.

Chandrayaan 2: Cong says 'good time' to remember Nehru; BJP hits back

Chandrayaan 2: Cong says 'good time' to remember Nehru; BJP hits back

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

The BJP hit back accusing the Congress of drawing the issue into political arena.

WFH tips: Avoid e-mail, switch to calls, video chats

WFH tips: Avoid e-mail, switch to calls, video chats

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

Managers are worrying that employees are not working hard enough while employees are struggling with reduced access to their managers. Heed Shital Kakkar Mehta's advice folks!

NASA's Perseverance rover lands on Mars, will search for signs of life

NASA's Perseverance rover lands on Mars, will search for signs of life

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

Packed with groundbreaking technology, the Mars 2020 mission launched July 30, 2020, from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. The Perseverance rover mission marks an ambitious first step in the effort to collect Mars samples and return them to Earth, according to an official statement.

ISRO scripts space history, successfully launches 8 satellites into orbit

ISRO scripts space history, successfully launches 8 satellites into orbit

Rediff.com26 Sep 2016

PSLV C-35, carrying India's SCATSAT-1 meant for ocean and weather studies and seven other satellites including from the United States and Canada, on Monday lifted off from the spaceport in Sriharikota.

ISRO launches radar imaging cloud-proof satellite

ISRO launches radar imaging cloud-proof satellite

Rediff.com22 May 2019

The RISAT-2B would replace the RISAT-2, which has been actively used by India to monitor activities in camps across the border in Pakistan to thwart infiltration bids by terrorists.

A Journey to Dominique Dada's Sunderbans

A Journey to Dominique Dada's Sunderbans

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

India is a passion with him. He is immersed in India. But he cannot help worrying about India too.

Isro plans to launch first privately built satellite by March

Isro plans to launch first privately built satellite by March

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

Research and markets estimated in May that the global opportunity for small and mini satellites would grow nearly one and half times to $5.32 billion by 2021

Suzhal: The Vortex Review

Suzhal: The Vortex Review

Rediff.com17 Jun 2022

Even though each episode is about an hour long, you won't reach even blink: Divya Nair applauds Suzhal: The Vortex.