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Rape survivor's father moves SC against bail plea of Asaram

Rape survivor's father moves SC against bail plea of Asaram

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

Apprehending threat to the life of family members, father of the child rape-victim has moved the Supreme Court on Thursday opposing the bail plea of self-styled godman Asaram Bapu.

Why is Qatar a controversial location for the FIFA World Cup?

Why is Qatar a controversial location for the FIFA World Cup?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

In 2015, FIFA recommended that Qatar host a shorter World Cup over the cooler months of November and December in a move that was sure to put soccer's world governing body on a collision course with the major European leagues.

Cong, BJP trade barbs over Rana Kapoor's allegation

Cong, BJP trade barbs over Rana Kapoor's allegation

Rediff.com24 Apr 2022

Kapoor has told the Enforcement Directorate that he was 'forced' to buy the M F Husain painting from Priyanka Gandhi and the sale proceeds were utilised by the Gandhi family for the medical treatment of Congress president Sonia Gandhi in New York, according to the charge sheet filed by the federal anti-money laundering agency in a special court in Mumbai.

Photojournalist Danish Siddiqui's parents move ICC against Taliban

Photojournalist Danish Siddiqui's parents move ICC against Taliban

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

The journalist was covering clashes between Afghan troops and the Taliban in Spin Boldak district of Kandahar city.

Her loose tongue set the entire country on fire: SC on Nupur Sharma

Her loose tongue set the entire country on fire: SC on Nupur Sharma

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

'These people are not religious. They do not have respect for other religions... This lady is single-handedly responsible for what is happening in the country... Has a loose tongue'

'Why are Muslim countries silent on China?'

'Why are Muslim countries silent on China?'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

'Is it because they perceive India as a soft state?'

'No point meeting Modi-Shah'

'No point meeting Modi-Shah'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

'Many veteran leaders in the Odisha BJP had met them, but their problems were never sorted out.'

Outrage over Djokovic's medical exemption to play Aus Open

Outrage over Djokovic's medical exemption to play Aus Open

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

Officials said he was one of a 'handful' of successful applicants among 26 people who sought exemptions.

Full Text: PM Modi's address to US Congress

Full Text: PM Modi's address to US Congress

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Here's the full text of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address to a joint session of the United States Congress, delivered on Thursday.

Covid cases are being detected by accident

Covid cases are being detected by accident

Rediff.com30 Apr 2022

'A patient visits for any other treatment, but a routine Covid test finds him to be positive.' 'Not only are they, but their whole family is also coming out to be positive.'

Resolution seeking probe into Stan Swamy's death introduced in US Congress

Resolution seeking probe into Stan Swamy's death introduced in US Congress

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

A resolution commemorating the life of Indian human rights defender Father Stan Swamy and seeking an independent investigation into the death of the Jesuit priest has been introduced in the US Congress, Congressman Juan Vargas has said.

Antibodies that can neutralise Omicron, other variants identified

Antibodies that can neutralise Omicron, other variants identified

Rediff.com29 Dec 2021

Scientists have identified antibodies that neutralise Omicron and other variants of coronavirus by targeting areas that remain essentially unchanged as the virus mutates.

Jayalalithaa's Death: Will Sasikala Be Prosecuted?

Jayalalithaa's Death: Will Sasikala Be Prosecuted?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

Jayalalithaa was the third chief minister in Tamil Nadu to die in office, after her mentor M G Ramachandran (1987) and before that his mentor C N Annadurai (1969). The state government should have evolved protocols for the medical care of the incumbent, and institutional memory should have guided the government and officials in the matter, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

India allows use of steroid to treat COVID-19 patients

India allows use of steroid to treat COVID-19 patients

Rediff.com27 Jun 2020

According to the revised 'Clinical Management Protocols for COVID-19', dexamethasone which is already used in treating lung infections besides in a wide range of conditions for its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant effects can be used as an alternative to methylprednisolone which already existed in the treatment guidelines.

Scribe burning case: SC seeks response from Centre, UP on PIL

Scribe burning case: SC seeks response from Centre, UP on PIL

Rediff.com14 Aug 2015

An application filed by a Lucknow scribe has claimed that the son of slain journalist, Jagendra Singh, was pressurised and threatened by the alleged killers of his father, following which he had written a letter to his lawyer on July 23 wishing to withdraw the petition.

10 Signs Your Mental Health Is At Risk

10 Signs Your Mental Health Is At Risk

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

Not being able to control outcomes and manage our own expectations leads to stress and anxiety which further leads to sadness and disappointment and worse case, depression.

The Best Of Yash Chopra On OTT

The Best Of Yash Chopra On OTT

Rediff.com11 May 2023

Deepa Gahlot lists the most popular Yash Chopra films -- the ones he directed, not produced (yes, so that means no DDLJ) -- that can be watched on OTT.

Superheroes. Super cops. Super Fun

Superheroes. Super cops. Super Fun

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

Super heroes, super cops, super fun. Sukanya Verma tells us it's all there on OTT this week.

'Government is too worried about Brand Modi'

'Government is too worried about Brand Modi'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

'This government is feeling uneasy because IT cell narratives are being demolished by cartoons.' 'If narratives are so weak to be demolished by cartoons, then they must be fake ones.'

Will Kerala Go North-East Way To BJP?

Will Kerala Go North-East Way To BJP?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

If Kerala wants to sustain its room for independent thinking and talk back to Delhi when needed, it should put its finances in order. Or - if one takes the North East example - Kerala's political posturing may end up commensurate with its financial dependence on others, suggests Shyam G Menon.

Punjab health minister draws ire for 'humiliating' VC of Baba Farid varsity

Punjab health minister draws ire for 'humiliating' VC of Baba Farid varsity

Rediff.com30 Jul 2022

Punjab Health Minister Chetan Singh Jouramajra has come under fire from several quarters after he was seen forcing the Vice Chancellor of Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS) to lie on a dirty mattress at a hospital.

Muslim wife files PIL against polygamy, court seeks Centre's stand

Muslim wife files PIL against polygamy, court seeks Centre's stand

Rediff.com2 May 2022

The Delhi high court on Monday sought the Centre's stand on a PIL to declare that bigamy or polygamy by a Muslim husband in the absence of prior written consent of the existing wife or wives and arrangements for her accommodation and maintenance is unconstitutional and illegal.

'I'm 32. Is it right age to buy mediclaim?'

'I'm 32. Is it right age to buy mediclaim?'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

Roopam Asthana, CEO and whole-time director, Liberty General Insurance Ltd, will answer your queries on HEALTH insurance and AUTO insurance.

Coe 'blown away' by brilliant women's 1500m

Coe 'blown away' by brilliant women's 1500m

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

Sebastian Coe, the head of World athletics and twice Olympic champion over the distance, described the women's World 1,500 metres final won by Kenyan Faith Kipyegon on Monday as one of the best races he has ever seen.

EWS quota not violative of Constitution's basic structure, 50% ceiling not inflexible: SC

EWS quota not violative of Constitution's basic structure, 50% ceiling not inflexible: SC

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

The Supreme Court of India, by a majority view of 3:2, on Monday upheld the validity of the 103rd Constitution amendment providing 10 per cent reservation to people belonging to the economically weaker sections (EWS) in admissions and government jobs.

When Your Mother Is In Prison...

When Your Mother Is In Prison...

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

'Just waiting outside the prison gate, thinking that your mother is inside those walls even though you know she is innocent, affects your psyche.'

Messi calls for unity after row with Barca board

Messi calls for unity after row with Barca board

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

'I take responsibility for my errors and if they existed, it was only to make Barcelona better and stronger'.

How Covid took devastating turn in 2021

How Covid took devastating turn in 2021

Rediff.com29 Dec 2021

A second wave of Covid driven by the Delta variant engulfed the country in May-June bringing the health system to its knees and leaving people gasping for help.

Quick Response Team was waiting for the terrorists

Quick Response Team was waiting for the terrorists

Rediff.com2 Jan 2016

The suspected Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists dressed in army uniforms launched the attack with an aim of destroying the air base.

Plateau reported in Covid cases but needs to be watched, says govt

Plateau reported in Covid cases but needs to be watched, says govt

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

Early indications of Covid infections plateauing have been reported in some places but the trend needs to be observed, the Union government said on Thursday whilst noting that 400 districts have logged weekly Covid positivity of over 10 per cent.

Very honest about concerns on safe havens in Pak: US

Very honest about concerns on safe havens in Pak: US

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

Afghanistan and the US have criticised Pakistan in the past for allowing Taliban fighters to cross into Pakistan where they are provided safe havens and also receive medical treatment.

Delhi fire: Charred human remains found on 2nd floor in Mundka building

Delhi fire: Charred human remains found on 2nd floor in Mundka building

Rediff.com14 May 2022

Charred human remains were found on Saturday on the second floor of the building in outer Delhi's Mundka area where a massive fire broke out a day back, Delhi Fire Service officials said.

Mumbai rape-murder case: No leniency, says judge, awards death penalty

Mumbai rape-murder case: No leniency, says judge, awards death penalty

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

The crime, which took place inside a parked tempo in the wee hours, had sent shockwaves through the city and evoked the memories of the 2012 Delhi gangrape case due to the brutal

Garbage van ferries Covid patients' bodies to crematorium

Garbage van ferries Covid patients' bodies to crematorium

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

When asked about the bodies being taken in a garbage van for cremation, the CMHO said that the Nagar Panchayat was responsible for making the arrangements.

Better to address fungal infections by name than colour: AIIMS chief

Better to address fungal infections by name than colour: AIIMS chief

Rediff.com24 May 2021

The official said in general, there are various types of fungal infections such as candida, aspergillosis, cryptococcus, histoplasmosis and coccidioidomycosis. Mucormycosis, candida and aspergillosis are the ones observed more in those with low immunity, he said.

OTT THIS WEEK: PUSHPA. DIANA. AYUSHMANN. DENZEL. AFFLECK.

OTT THIS WEEK: PUSHPA. DIANA. AYUSHMANN. DENZEL. AFFLECK.

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

Catch it all on OTT this week.

Toll in Andhra tourist boat mishap rises to 28

Toll in Andhra tourist boat mishap rises to 28

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

The SDMA said the ill-fated private boat was carrying 73 passengers, including eight crew.

The strange case of Professor Saibaba

The strange case of Professor Saibaba

Rediff.com25 Dec 2020

Fed up with the treatment at the Nagpur central jail, his advocate has decided he will no longer deliver anything for Professor Saibaba, leaving it to the jail authorities to fulfill their legal responsibility to look after the professor.

Amethi man booked over tweet asking for oxygen cylinder

Amethi man booked over tweet asking for oxygen cylinder

Rediff.com28 Apr 2021

When asked about the matter, Superintendent of Police Dinesh Singh said on Wednesday Yadav had tweeted for a distant relative. "When he was called, he did not pick up. We thought he might be in some problem and therefore he was not picking up the phone. So we used surveillance and tracked his location and reached his house, where he was found sleeping," Singh said. "Shashank's motive was to create sensation and fear," he added.

Covid vax safe for cancer patients, causes no side-effects: Study

Covid vax safe for cancer patients, causes no side-effects: Study

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

People with cancer have an appropriate, protective immune response to COVID-19 vaccines without experiencing any more side-effects than the general population, researchers said on Tuesday.