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Northwest India swelters under extreme heat as mercury breaches 45 deg C mark

Northwest India swelters under extreme heat as mercury breaches 45 deg C mark

Rediff.com18 May 2024

The Met office has issued a "red" warning for Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and west Rajasthan, stressing the need for "extreme care for vulnerable people".

Labour Pains, The Silent Crisis Undermining India's Infrastructure Boom

Labour Pains, The Silent Crisis Undermining India's Infrastructure Boom

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Severe skilled, unskilled shortage threatens to pull emergency brakes on India's industrial engine.

Fear over Kashmir: Terrorists gun down 2 teachers in Srinagar school

Fear over Kashmir: Terrorists gun down 2 teachers in Srinagar school

Rediff.com7 Oct 2021

Two government school teachers, including a woman, were shot dead by terrorists in Eidgah area of Srinagar amid increasing attacks on civilians in Jammu and Kashmir, police said.

2024 Olympics: The major security challenges for Paris

2024 Olympics: The major security challenges for Paris

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

Prganisers will be on high alert to ensure the event goes off safely.

Indian-origin family of 4 found dead in New Jersey, police call it murder

Indian-origin family of 4 found dead in New Jersey, police call it murder

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

An Indian-origin couple and their two children were found dead in their home in the US state of New Jersey and the police are investigating the matter as a homicide.

Asian Games: Historic GOLD for Indian equestrian team

Asian Games: Historic GOLD for Indian equestrian team

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

India claimed the team dressage gold in equestrian sport at the Asian Games in Hangzhou on Tuesday, breaking a 41-year-old jinx at the continental event.

Sanatan remark: SC to hear plea for FIR against Udhayanidhi Stalin, others

Sanatan remark: SC to hear plea for FIR against Udhayanidhi Stalin, others

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

A bench of Justices Aniruddha Bose and Bela M Trivedi issued notices on the petition filed by Chennai-based lawyer B Jagannath who said the apex court has passed several directions, including for registration of FIR, in similar cases.

Mary Kom sets the record straight: 'I haven't retired'

Mary Kom sets the record straight: 'I haven't retired'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

I have not announced retirement: Mary Kom

'If A Heatstroke Patient Doesn't Get Treatment, There's 80% Chance Of Dying'

'If A Heatstroke Patient Doesn't Get Treatment, There's 80% Chance Of Dying'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

'We can save 70 patients out of 100, if they reach a hospital well within time.' 'The most crucial aspect is time.'

Emergency declared in New York city as torrential rain floods subways, roads

Emergency declared in New York city as torrential rain floods subways, roads

Rediff.com30 Sep 2023

The heaviest rainfall began to ease across hard-hit portions of Manhattan and Brooklyn late Friday morning, but another round is expected in the afternoon and could reinvigorate dangerous flooding.

'I'm just hoping and praying I get lucky'

'I'm just hoping and praying I get lucky'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

'I'm already grateful for whatever's happened in my life and I'll continue to be grateful for whatever life holds for me in the future.'

Melania gets her dose of happiness at Delhi school

Melania gets her dose of happiness at Delhi school

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

Ahead of her arrival, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal had tweeted to welcome her. "@FLOTUS will attend happiness class in our school today. Great day for our teachers, students and Delhiites. For centuries, India has taught spirituality to the world. Am happy that she will take back the msg of happiness from our school," Kejriwal said.

August 15, 1947: How I Celebrated Freedom

August 15, 1947: How I Celebrated Freedom

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

'We were children and could not distinguish freedom from bondage, but we could understand that a momentous and happy event was imminent.'

India issues helplines for its citizens in Israel, Iran

India issues helplines for its citizens in Israel, Iran

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

The Indian diplomatic missions in Israel and Iran on Sunday issued fresh advisories for its nationals after Tehran launched an unprecedented drone and missile attack on the Jewish state, advising them to stay calm, adhere to safety protocols along with activating additional helpline numbers.

'Our marriage is 98 Tests old'

'Our marriage is 98 Tests old'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

'It was during Covid that Ashwin realised that family can also be a part of his life. So he expanded a little bit to give us space which gave him more happiness and stability to deal with a lot of things on the field. That is why he has had a detached attachment over the last few years.'

How The Heat Wave Will Affect Your Kitchen

How The Heat Wave Will Affect Your Kitchen

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Apart from the human body, human food will bear direct repercussions. From staples such as wheat, to coffee, dairy, and even the great Hilsa face the threat of reduced supply due to the extreme heat.

SEE: Face of Ram Lalla idol at Ayodhya temple revealed

SEE: Face of Ram Lalla idol at Ayodhya temple revealed

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

The new idol of Lord Ram was placed in the sanctum sanctorum of Ayodhya's Ram Janmabhoomi temple on Thursday afternoon, ahead of the January 22 consecration ceremony.

Adhura Review: Predictable, Yet Engaging

Adhura Review: Predictable, Yet Engaging

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

If you're a fan of the horror genre, give Adhura a watch because it will definitely give you the heebie-jeebies! recommends Namrata Thakker.

'Misbah wouldn't get a coaching job with a school team'

'Misbah wouldn't get a coaching job with a school team'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

The 48-year-old Aaqib, who had also coached the UAE national team in ICC events, said that poor coaching and management decisions led to Pakistan having a bad tour of New Zealand.

Blow to suspended WFI: Ministry won't recognise Nationals

Blow to suspended WFI: Ministry won't recognise Nationals

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

The Sports Ministry said the suspended Wrestling Federation of India has no authority to conduct the Senior National Championships.

Meet Tejas Tiwari, the world's youngest FIDE-rated player!

Meet Tejas Tiwari, the world's youngest FIDE-rated player!

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

The youngest FIDE rated player in the world is India's Tejas Tiwari, who achieved the feat at the tender age of five.

'Modi, Modi' slogans amid Kejriwal's speech at varsity

'Modi, Modi' slogans amid Kejriwal's speech at varsity

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

During his address, Kejriwal was speaking about the Delhi government's school education model when a section of the audience started chanting 'Modi, Modi' slogans.

Sajini Shinde Ka Viral Video Review: Lost In Execution

Sajini Shinde Ka Viral Video Review: Lost In Execution

Rediff.com27 Oct 2023

Much of Sajini Shinde Ka Viral Video's enjoyment comes from the carefully picked star cast who do a pretty good job, observes Mayur Sanap.

What To Watch On OTT This Week!

What To Watch On OTT This Week!

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

From a conqueror's epic journey to a school kid's nocturnal adventures, fasten your seatbelts as OTT takes you to multiple destinations this week.

India erupts in celebrations as Chandrayaan-3 lands on Moon's south pole

India erupts in celebrations as Chandrayaan-3 lands on Moon's south pole

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

People gathered in educational institutions, offices, city squares and religious places to watch the Indian Space Research Organisation's live telecast of Chandrayaan-3's final descent to the uncharted surface of the lunar south pole.

'My face is my greatest USP'

'My face is my greatest USP'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

'My tool is the way I look. This is the only thing that distinguishes me.' 'Most of us dress similarly. What sets you apart is your face. If you change that also, you're like anybody else.'

PM doesn't understand importance of education: Sisodia

PM doesn't understand importance of education: Sisodia

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

In the letter which was posted on Twitter by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, his former deputy said, 'It is very dangerous for the country if the prime minister is less educated.'

What Did Ajay Devgn Tell Her?

What Did Ajay Devgn Tell Her?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

Ajay Devgn has been the chief guest for many events. But this one is close to his heart.

ABVP, students union clash over holding Nehru memorial event in JNU

ABVP, students union clash over holding Nehru memorial event in JNU

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

Members of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh-affiliated Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad and the Jawaharlal Nehru University Students' Union allegedly got into an argument over the organising a programme at the student union hall in Jawaharlal Nehru University campus in New Delhi, police said on Monday.

What Parents MUST AVOID Doing!

What Parents MUST AVOID Doing!

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

Does the parental focus need to solely be on excellence in the classroom?

Now, Modi's life in Gujarat school syllabus!

Now, Modi's life in Gujarat school syllabus!

Rediff.com29 May 2014

Primary school students of Gujarat will learn "leadership" lessons from the life of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, since the state government has decided to include it in the syllabus from next year.

Here's why Hazlewood chose cricket over athletics

Here's why Hazlewood chose cricket over athletics

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

Hazlewood developed interest in javelin throw but eventually settled for the gentleman's game.

SRK: 'I realised the best films are made in Tamil'

SRK: 'I realised the best films are made in Tamil'

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Shah Rukh Khan enthralls Chennai at a grand Jawan concert.

Uddhav defends 'patriot' use at INDIA rally speech in Mumbai

Uddhav defends 'patriot' use at INDIA rally speech in Mumbai

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

Thackeray had addressed the audience as his deshbhakt and deshpremi brothers and sisters" instead of the traditional invocation of "Hindu brothers and sisters" at the Shivaji Park gathering in Mumbai.

I-Day event at Red Fort scaled down, many seats remain empty

I-Day event at Red Fort scaled down, many seats remain empty

Rediff.com15 Aug 2020

The Independence Day event at the historic Red Fort, where prime minister unfurls the tricolour and delivers a speech to the nation, was scaled down this year. Around 4,000 invites, a quarter of the usual, were issued to officers, diplomats, local leaders and others.

How Dravid tackles criticism and unwinds

How Dravid tackles criticism and unwinds

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

It is not an easy life even for someone like Dravid, whose touch points with cricket spread across decades, formats and varied roles.

Srikant Datar, 2nd Indian to be named Dean of Harvard Business School

Srikant Datar, 2nd Indian to be named Dean of Harvard Business School

Rediff.com10 Oct 2020

Eminent Indian-origin academician Srikant Datar has been named as Dean of Harvard Business School, succeeding Nitin Nohria and becoming the second consecutive dean hailing from India to lead the prestigious 112-year-old institution. Datar, an alumnus of University of Bombay and Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad, is the Arthur Lowes Dickinson Professor of Business Administration and the senior associate dean for University Affairs at Harvard Business School (HBS). He will assume charge as the school's next dean on January 1, president Larry Bacow said.

It's Back to Hogwarts Day

It's Back to Hogwarts Day

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Back to Hogwarts Day is an annual event where thousands of Harry Potter fans gather at the Kings Cross Station in London to listen to the announcement of the Hogwarts Express which leaves at 11 am for Hogsmeade from the nine and three quarters platform.

A Tale Of Two Poorams

A Tale Of Two Poorams

Rediff.com8 May 2024

If you have an appetite for crowds and the visual spectacle of many focused on one task or activity, a pooram will engage you, notes Shyam G Menon.

The Star Gazer Stars At TIME Gala

The Star Gazer Stars At TIME Gala

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

At this year's TIME ball in New York City on Thursday, April 25, you would have run into a Coimbatore-born American scientist, looking lovely in Sabyasachi Mukherjee designer finery, who would most likely have been hanging out with Dua Lipa.