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Trehan quits Escorts; to join Apollo

Trehan quits Escorts; to join Apollo

Rediff.com30 May 2007

Amid speculation that cardiologist Naresh Trehan may join Apollo Hospitals, Fortis Healthcare on Wednesday said the surgeon has quit its Escorts Heart Institute and Research Centre.

ITC to train 1 million farmers

ITC to train 1 million farmers

Rediff.com30 May 2007

ITC plans to teach farmers in four states the best agricultural practices.

I'm the boss, is that clear?

I'm the boss, is that clear?

Rediff.com28 May 2007

Shivinder's dream project, of course, is the Medicity he wants to put up at Gurgaon on the outskirts of New Delhi. That is where the problem with Trehan began, who has his own plans to come up with a similar project at Gurgaon.

First Look: IAEA chief with AEC chief Kakodkar

First Look: IAEA chief with AEC chief Kakodkar

Rediff.com9 Oct 2007

UN atomic energy chief Mohammed El-Baradei began a three-day visit to India as the ruling United Progressive Alliance-Left alliance appeared headed for a break-up over the India-United States civil nuclear energy pact.

Indians rank US highly,rate the country favourable

Indians rank US highly,rate the country favourable

Rediff.com13 Jun 2008

America turned out to be the most popular in India, with its ratings rising up to 71 per cent, up from 54 per cent in the summer of 2002, in the survey conducted by an independent body - the Pew Research Centre - over 16 nations to assess favourabilty ratings of five major countries. Besides, India is the only country outside the US where a majority of people sounded soft on President George W Bush, who fared poorly in the popularity contest.

Tata assures British MPs on jobs in JLR

Tata assures British MPs on jobs in JLR

Rediff.com10 Jun 2008

Speaking to MPs from the West Midlands in the House of Commons during his recent visit, Tata said jobs at the research centres at Whitley and Gaydon were secure at least until 2012. A fresh business plan is expected to be drawn up for the company in 2012. Coventry South MP Jim Cunningham told reporters after the meeting that Tata indicated the possibility of employing more workers at the two centres.

Escorts Institute: Trehan sacked, humiliated

Escorts Institute: Trehan sacked, humiliated

Rediff.com19 May 2007

Dr Trehan, who on Thursday dubbed as "nonsense" the announcement by Fortis Healthcare (the owners of EHIRC) that he has left the company, was stopped at the gates by the security guards on Saturday morning.

Delhi hospital denies entry to noted cardiologist

Delhi hospital denies entry to noted cardiologist

Rediff.com19 May 2007

When contacted, Trehan said it was the relatives and family members of the patients who came out in support of him and wanted him to perform surgeries.

Sharad Pawar's condition stable

Sharad Pawar's condition stable

Rediff.com11 Nov 2006

Union Agriculture Minister and Nationalist Congress Party chief Sharad Pawar, admitted to Escorts Hospital in New Delhi following complaints of exhaustion, underwent angioplasty on Saturday and doctors said his condition was stable.

Ananth Kumar, a staunch RSS man, Bengaluru's 'most loved' MP

Ananth Kumar, a staunch RSS man, Bengaluru's 'most loved' MP

Rediff.com12 Nov 2018

While being the all important member of the BJP's parliamentary board, Kumar is often regarded as the "Delhi face" of the Karnataka BJP and also for the state government who could be counted upon for taking issues concerning Karnataka.

Modi's day out in Manila

Modi's day out in Manila

Rediff.com13 Nov 2017

On his second day of the visit, Modi visited the International Rice Research Institute in Los Banos, an urban locality situated at a distance of around 65 km from Manila -- the capital of the Philippines -- and then visited the Mahaveer Philippine Foundation, that provides free Indian-made prosthesis 'Jaipur Foot' to needy amputees. Here are images from Modi's second day in the Philippines.

A new solution to rural India's energy woes?

A new solution to rural India's energy woes?

Rediff.com23 May 2006

This new technology primarily uses solar energy.

DuPont opens 1st biotech arm outside US

DuPont opens 1st biotech arm outside US

Rediff.com14 Mar 2007

US-based science products and services firm DuPont announced on Wednesday start of its first plant biotech research centre outside US in Hyderabad.

Abdeslam had German nuclear papers hidden in flat

Abdeslam had German nuclear papers hidden in flat

Rediff.com15 Apr 2016

Salah Abdeslam possessed documents about Juelich Nuclear Research Centre located near the Belgium-Germany border and being used for the storage of atomic waste, Redaktions Netzwerk Deutschland media group reported.

Why Uber is looking over its shoulder in India

Why Uber is looking over its shoulder in India

Rediff.com20 Mar 2017

India turns talent backyard for Southeast Asian taxi apps to fight Uber.

Bill Gates to set up agro kiosks in Maharashtra

Bill Gates to set up agro kiosks in Maharashtra

Rediff.com6 Jul 2007

Microsoft chairman Bill Gates has offered to set up high tech agro kiosks across Maharasthra to help farmers get information on weather and cropping patterns.

Escorts sees low patient inflow

Escorts sees low patient inflow

Rediff.com13 Mar 2008

Till some months ago, when several doctors led by Naresh Trehan left the hospital, the same area used to resemble a railway station -- such was the rush. It was a regular feature for patients to wait a couple of hours before the appointment with the doctors came through. Shivinder Mohan Singh, managing director of Fortis Healthcare which acquired the hospital from Escorts Ltd for Rs 585 crore (Rs 5.85 billion) in 2005, insists this only shows the efficiency of the doctors.

Nipah scare: Fruit and vegetables from Kerala banned in Gulf

Nipah scare: Fruit and vegetables from Kerala banned in Gulf

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

Region takes about a third of all Indian fruit shipment and quarter of vegetables sold abroad; consignments from other states could face ban, too, if virus not contained

A walk a day keeps the cold away: Study

A walk a day keeps the cold away: Study

Rediff.com28 Oct 2007

Yes, researchers in the United States have carried out a study and found that exercise, like walking, for at least half-an-hour daily helps to ward off common old.

Atomic reactor Apsara to get indigenous core

Atomic reactor Apsara to get indigenous core

Rediff.com21 Jan 2007

This will make Apsara off-limits to the IAEA, once the Indo-US N-deal kicks in.

India: Mortality rate due to heart ailments rising

India: Mortality rate due to heart ailments rising

Rediff.com28 Sep 2007

Good thoughts, nice food habits and routine exercises can keep heart diseases at bay, SRM University Chancellor T R Pachamuthu said on Friday.

Fortis IPO: HC issues notice to Escorts

Fortis IPO: HC issues notice to Escorts

Rediff.com8 Dec 2006

The Delhi High Court has issued notices to Escorts Ltd and chairman Rajan Nanda on a contempt petition filed by his estranged brother Anil Nanda.

Security for BARC buses

Security for BARC buses

Rediff.com6 Sep 2007

Usually BARC buses bring the employees to the main gate and all the employees get down and walk through metal detector in addition to getting verified electronically their I-cards by the BARC securities.

'Will I get diabetes?'

'Will I get diabetes?'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2006

Diabetes is spreading wide and fast in the country. Here's how to prevent/manage it.

New chilli variety plays saviour

New chilli variety plays saviour

Rediff.com25 Dec 2007

The new hybrid variety of chilli SH-82 has come as a big relief to farmers who had suffered huge losses following the failure of monsoon in the past. The new variety, developed by the Dharwad-based Sarpan Agriculture and Horticulture Research Centre, has come to the rescue of several farmers in the taluk.

Can 5 star hotels charge Rs 8 for a 3 minute call?

Can 5 star hotels charge Rs 8 for a 3 minute call?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2017

In this interesting case filed by the petitioner against the Taj Hotels, the National Commission gave an equally interesting judgment.

Dry springs in Rudraprayag are flowing again

Dry springs in Rudraprayag are flowing again

Rediff.com7 Nov 2006

BARC worked for nearly three years to find the source, origin, route and recharge zone of the spring.

We will make India a global workshop: PM

We will make India a global workshop: PM

Rediff.com4 Nov 2006

Lauding the automotive industry in the country for its "success beyond expectations" Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Saturday said the government would take necessary steps to realise the goal of making India a global workshop.

How to enhance your medical insurance coverage

How to enhance your medical insurance coverage

Rediff.com25 Mar 2019

A sum insured of Rs 3 lakh to Rs 5 lakh may have been sufficient seven-eight years ago but would be inadequate today, especially for people living in metros, points out Sanjay Kumar Singh.

India can promote nuke safety in Asia: IAEA

India can promote nuke safety in Asia: IAEA

Rediff.com15 Mar 2007

"India, with long-standing experience in operating nuclear plants and building human and knowledge resources, can be a guiding force for new entrants seeking to harness atomic technology for producing power."

Support for terror falling in the Muslim world

Support for terror falling in the Muslim world

Rediff.com25 Jul 2007

In neighbouring Pakistan, where Islamist violence has surged, the figure is just nine per cent.

'We are in for a disaster in 2 weeks if we don't...'

'We are in for a disaster in 2 weeks if we don't...'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2020

'If we cannot handle an epidemic of that strata, (causing that kind) of excessive calamity, then we really have to prevent it.' 'If we become complacent in even preventing it, then we are in for a disaster.'

1 in 5 children in Delhi schools obese: Study

1 in 5 children in Delhi schools obese: Study

Rediff.com2 Nov 2007

The study, which was carried out in eight private schools of Delhi, by the Delhi Diabetes Research Centre, says that children start developing interest in fast food from Class 3 onwards and this pattern reaches its peak by the time a child completes Class 5.

7 warning signs of cancer you shouldn't ignore

7 warning signs of cancer you shouldn't ignore

Rediff.com25 Oct 2016

Sore throat, lumps and unusual bleeding are just some of the signs you shouldn't ignore, says oncologist Dr P Jagannath.

Fortis, Trehan may make up out of court

Fortis, Trehan may make up out of court

Rediff.com24 May 2007

Fortis and noted cardiologist Naresh Trehan seem to be heading toward an out-of-court settlement, with the warring factions saying they are trying to reach an amicable solution.

India's first nuclear reactor turns 50

India's first nuclear reactor turns 50

Rediff.com4 Aug 2006

Apsara has played a key role in research in areas as diverse as forensic science and the study of lunar and meteorite fragments.

India must explore uranium aggresively: Kakodkar

India must explore uranium aggresively: Kakodkar

Rediff.com4 Aug 2006

India must explore uranium aggresively: Atomic energy chief

N-programme intermingled: BARC chief

N-programme intermingled: BARC chief

Rediff.com2 Mar 2006

Any future arrangement would be implemented keeping in view the national interest, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre Director S Banerjee has said.

PM Modi's 5 mantras for strong 'intra-BRICS engagement'

PM Modi's 5 mantras for strong 'intra-BRICS engagement'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2016

PM stressed that 'response to terrorism must be nothing less than comprehensive'.