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Rahul blames joblessness, demonetisation, GST for lynchings

Rahul blames joblessness, demonetisation, GST for lynchings

Rediff.com23 Aug 2018

"It is very dangerous in the 21st century to exclude people," said the Congress president.

BONG! Big Ben needs 40 million for 'urgent repairs'

BONG! Big Ben needs 40 million for 'urgent repairs'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2015

The iconic monument will fall silent for four months, the longest in its 156-year life.

Anti-CAA violence, MLAs' protest dent Yogi's strongman image

Anti-CAA violence, MLAs' protest dent Yogi's strongman image

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Against the backdrop of the opposition closing ranks on the CAA issue and the BJP faring poorly in several state elections recently, the 2022 electoral battle is unlikely to be a cakewalk for the BJP in Uttar Pradesh, reports Virendra Singh Rawat.

Was it a bomb? Probe says Russian plane 'broke up in air'

Was it a bomb? Probe says Russian plane 'broke up in air'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2015

The Russian plane that crashed in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula over the weekend, killing all 224 people aboard, broke up high in the air, an official said.

11 super foods to increase your blood platelets

11 super foods to increase your blood platelets

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

Foods rich in folate, vitamin B 12, vitamin C, D, K and iron are known to increase the platelet counts.

'Black Cat' commandos likely to join Army, CRPF in Kashmir soon

'Black Cat' commandos likely to join Army, CRPF in Kashmir soon

Rediff.com30 Apr 2018

Their special skills of carrying out house intervention and hostage rescue can act as 'clincher' during a terror siege, the official said.

Kasganj: 'I'm fine', says man rumoured to be dead

Kasganj: 'I'm fine', says man rumoured to be dead

Rediff.com30 Jan 2018

BJP MP Vinay Katiyar said those who 'support Pakistan' were behind the violence.

Fire ravages Notre Dame cathedral, spire collapses

Fire ravages Notre Dame cathedral, spire collapses

Rediff.com16 Apr 2019

The fire sent flames and huge clouds of grey smoke billowing into the Paris sky as stunned Parisians and tourists watched on in sheer horror.

Rescue ops intensify as Hurricane Harvey kills 50

Rescue ops intensify as Hurricane Harvey kills 50

Rediff.com2 Sep 2017

More than 1,85,000 homes were damaged and 9,000 destroyed as 42,000 people remain in shelters amid overflowing rivers and reservoirs, Texas officials said.

Not to panic if markets crash, you can reap profits!

Not to panic if markets crash, you can reap profits!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

We are entering a period of turbulence, but you can profit off that volatility.

The English news anchor has become overly powerful

The English news anchor has become overly powerful

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

'This influence of anchors like Arnab Goswami is mostly negative because their focus is on issues that concern upper class anxieties.' 'Those that affect the majority of people, hundreds of millions of Indians, like health, primary education and nutrition, are not discussed,' says Aakar Patel.

'All options are on table', says Trump after North Korea fires missile over Japan

'All options are on table', says Trump after North Korea fires missile over Japan

Rediff.com29 Aug 2017

This is the first time North Korea has fired what is thought to be a ballistic weapon over Japan.

6 pleas filed in SC seeking review of Ayodhya verdict

6 pleas filed in SC seeking review of Ayodhya verdict

Rediff.com6 Dec 2019

While five pleas have been filed by Maulana Mufti Hasbullah, Moulana Mahfoozur Rehman, Mishbahuddin, Mohd Umar and Haji Nahboob, who are all supported by the All India Muslim Personal Law Board, the sixth one has been filed by Mohammad Ayub.

'No party can rule without co-habiting with the army in Pakistan'

'No party can rule without co-habiting with the army in Pakistan'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2018

'That is not a democratic ideal obviously, but it is a practical reality.' 'It is a consistent feature of politicians in Pakistan that their rhetoric on the army softens the closer they get to the seat of power.'

Handing over the Red Fort to the Dalmias bothers me

Handing over the Red Fort to the Dalmias bothers me

Rediff.com8 May 2018

'How can the monument where the prime minister unfurls the flag on Independence Day, in a ceremony broadcast and telecast nationally, be maintained by a private entity?' asks Jyoti Punwani.

Subramanian Swamy: China, India must cease hostilities

Subramanian Swamy: China, India must cease hostilities

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

The onus today is on China, but it also requires a little diplomatic finesse from India, backed by a modernised armed force, argues BJP MP Subramanian Swamy in this excerpt from his new book, Himalayan Challenge: India, China And The Quest For Peace.

Norway Chess: Anand holds Carlsen, stays in title contention

Norway Chess: Anand holds Carlsen, stays in title contention

Rediff.com3 Jun 2018

Having won two games in a row with white pieces earlier in the tournament, Carlsen could do little against Anand this time and the Norwegian was not quite happy with his play.

Kohli salutes Rayudu: 'Happy someone intelligent is batting at No. 4'

Kohli salutes Rayudu: 'Happy someone intelligent is batting at No. 4'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

India captain Virat Kohli again backed Ambati Rayudu for the critical number four slot after the "intelligent" batsman reposed his skipper's faith with a less-than-a-run-a-ball century in the fourth ODI against the West Indies, in Mumbai, on Monday.

After life, health policies, buy home insurance

After life, health policies, buy home insurance

Rediff.com29 Mar 2016

With natural and man-made calamities posing a risk to your home, it makes sense to buy home insurance

BJP will oppose Communal Violence Bill in Parliament: Rajnath

BJP will oppose Communal Violence Bill in Parliament: Rajnath

Rediff.com17 Dec 2013

Asserting that the Communal Violence Bill will create bitterness among people, Bharatiya Janata Party president Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said his party would oppose it in Parliament as well as outside.

Mahabodhi temple set to glitter with Thailand's 289 kgs of gold

Mahabodhi temple set to glitter with Thailand's 289 kgs of gold

Rediff.com13 Nov 2013

The much awaited work to inlay with gold the dome of Bodh Gaya's 1,500-years-old Mahabodhi temple began on Wednesday by a team of technical experts from Thailand.

Won't let Karnataka's development journey to be trampled on: Modi

Won't let Karnataka's development journey to be trampled on: Modi

Rediff.com15 May 2018

"This is an unparalleled and unprecedented win," he said.

34 fire tenders battle AIIMS fire; samples, records gutted

34 fire tenders battle AIIMS fire; samples, records gutted

Rediff.com17 Aug 2019

The fire started at around 5 pm from the microbiology department and thick plumes of smoke billowed from the building, sparking panic among patients, attendants and staff, and affecting emergency services.

Ever heard of a 'hospital' at a museum?

Ever heard of a 'hospital' at a museum?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2016

Mumbai's museum is no longer a mere showcase for objects of history, but an active agent in prolonging its life.

6 dead, 31 injured as foot overbridge collapses in Mumbai

6 dead, 31 injured as foot overbridge collapses in Mumbai

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

Maharashtra CM said a high-level committee will probe the circumstances under which the 40-year-old overbridge collapsed.

2 dead in chemical plant explosion in US

2 dead in chemical plant explosion in US

Rediff.com15 Jun 2013

Two workers of a petrochemical plant have been killed following an explosion and a subsequent fire that ripped through the site in central Louisiana in the United States.

Portion of Pathankot martyr Lt Col Niranjan's house up for demolition

Portion of Pathankot martyr Lt Col Niranjan's house up for demolition

Rediff.com11 Aug 2016

A pillar had encroached on a storm water drain at Doddabommassandra near Vidyaranyapura and officials had marked the portion for demolition.

Houses bombed by Pak, border villagers live in community bunkers

Houses bombed by Pak, border villagers live in community bunkers

Rediff.com25 Oct 2016

'We are alive only because of these border bunkers,' say residents.

Kohli is cricket's Cristiano Ronaldo: Brian Lara

Kohli is cricket's Cristiano Ronaldo: Brian Lara

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

'His batting skills are unbelievable. He is a guy you cannot leave out in any era. If a guy is averaging 50 plus in all versions of the game, then that is something which is unheard of'

11 killed in avalanches, house collapse in J-K

11 killed in avalanches, house collapse in J-K

Rediff.com12 Mar 2014

At least 11 people, including two army jawans, were killed while over 100 others were evacuated to safety as the unprecedented snowfall in March triggered avalanches and damaged over 150 structures including dozens of houses in Jammu and Kashmir.

Adani's Aussie coal project runs into rough weather

Adani's Aussie coal project runs into rough weather

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

The Greens are calling for an urgent investigation.

Biblical text inside 1,500 year-old charred scroll deciphered

Biblical text inside 1,500 year-old charred scroll deciphered

Rediff.com26 Jul 2015

The scanning process was X-ray-based and completely non-invasive as the scroll is badly damaged from fire, and can not be physically opened.

Patna flooded due to incessant rains, 13 dead

Patna flooded due to incessant rains, 13 dead

Rediff.com29 Sep 2019

The three districts are among over a dozen in the state that were lashed by incessant rain for close to 48 hours bringing normal business to a grinding halt and disrupting rail and road traffic in most places.

Wanted! Some sports giants on the Sensex

Wanted! Some sports giants on the Sensex

Rediff.com23 Aug 2016

By 2020, we should have some 10 listed sports companies, with one or two big enough to be on the Sensex

How Ferrari had their chance but they blew it...

How Ferrari had their chance but they blew it...

Rediff.com3 Sep 2018

Ferrari had every hope of winning their home Italian Grand Prix for the first time since 2010 on Sunday and they blew it.

'Congress is more responsible for Ram mandir than BJP'

'Congress is more responsible for Ram mandir than BJP'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

'We all know that when the Babri Masjid was demolished, P V Narasimha Rao was prime minister.' 'He did not do anything to stop the demolition.'

13 killed in cloudbursts, flash floods, landslide in J-K

13 killed in cloudbursts, flash floods, landslide in J-K

Rediff.com21 Jul 2017

The Batote-Doda-Kishtwar National Highway was closed due to huge boulders at Thathri market triggered by the cloudburst.

COVID-19: 'We will be dealing with it for 2 years at least'

COVID-19: 'We will be dealing with it for 2 years at least'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

'The most intriguing thing (about COVID-19) is the range of the illness -- from asymptomatic or less symptoms to death and quite severe manifestations.' 'The vaccine will be at least another year away from having any effect.'

Quake hits at Indo-Myanmar border, tremors felt in several parts of India

Quake hits at Indo-Myanmar border, tremors felt in several parts of India

Rediff.com13 Apr 2016

An earthquake measuring 6.8 on the Richter scale hit Myanmar, tremors of which shook the northeast, several parts of West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand and even Delhi and NCR on Wednesday.

Please note: Life after vaccine won't be normal

Please note: Life after vaccine won't be normal

Rediff.com20 Dec 2020

'Essentially there are three things the government should be doing: Identify who you are going to get your vaccine from, figure out how you are going to pay for it, and figure out how you're going to deliver it and to whom.'