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Serum Institute fire caused by short circuit: Ajit Pawar

Serum Institute fire caused by short circuit: Ajit Pawar

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

Five labourers had died in the fire that broke out in a five-storey building in the SII's Manjari premises in Pune on January 21.

Saina out; Krishna-Vishnu enter maiden Super 100 final

Saina out; Krishna-Vishnu enter maiden Super 100 final

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

India's Saina Nehwal on Saturday crashed out of the Orleans Masters after losing in the semi-final against Denmark's Line Christophersen, in Paris on Saturday.

PM reviews state-wise Covid situation, Phase 3 vaccination progress

PM reviews state-wise Covid situation, Phase 3 vaccination progress

Rediff.com6 May 2021

During the review, the prime minister also stressed the need to sensitise states so that the speed of vaccination against COVID-19 doesn't come down and was briefed that around 31 per cent of the eligible population over the age of 45 has been given at least one dose, according to a statement issued by the Prima Minister's Office.

India rejects claims by Russia, Ukraine on hostage situation

India rejects claims by Russia, Ukraine on hostage situation

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

India's comments came hours after Russia claimed that some Indian students in Kharkiv were taken hostage by Ukrainian security forces.

India, US call for action against Pak-based terrorists

India, US call for action against Pak-based terrorists

Rediff.com25 Sep 2021

The two leaders reaffirmed that the United States and India 'will take concerted action against all terrorist groups, including groups proscribed by the UNSCR 1267 Sanctions Committee'.

PM chairs all-party meeting on COVID-19 situation

PM chairs all-party meeting on COVID-19 situation

Rediff.com4 Dec 2020

This will be the second all-party meeting called by the government to discuss the COVID-19 situation since the outbreak of the pandemic.

PIX: Taimur-Innaya celebrate Raksha Bandhan

PIX: Taimur-Innaya celebrate Raksha Bandhan

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

It's Raksha Bandhan and Bollywood is celebrating!

Quad initiative: India to produce vaccines for Indo-Pacific region

Quad initiative: India to produce vaccines for Indo-Pacific region

Rediff.com13 Mar 2021

In their first summit, the leaders of Quad countries on Friday decided to launch a mega vaccine initiative under which coronavirus vaccines will be produced in India for the Indo-Pacific region with financial assistance from the United States and Japan while Australia will contribute in logistical aspects.

UK agrees to support India's defence manufacturing

UK agrees to support India's defence manufacturing

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

After his wide-ranging talks with Modi on the second and final day of his India visit, Johnson said the new defence and security partnership will enable India to strengthen its domestic defence industry as well as help the two countries protect vital shared interests in the Indo-Pacific.

Delhi declares black fungus as epidemic, number of cases rises

Delhi declares black fungus as epidemic, number of cases rises

Rediff.com27 May 2021

Amid rising incidents of black fungus in the national capital, the Delhi government on Thursday declared it an epidemic with Lt Governor Anil Baijal issuing regulations under the Epidemic Diseases Act to contain and manage cases of the deadly mucormycosis in the city.

Reduce COVID-19 positivity and fatality rates: PM to CMs

Reduce COVID-19 positivity and fatality rates: PM to CMs

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

The prime minister also called for more RT-PCR tests.

India better placed in fight against COVID-19: Modi

India better placed in fight against COVID-19: Modi

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

Speaking after virtually launching COVID-19 testing facilities in Noida, Mumbai and Kolkata, Modi said that in the fight against coronavirus, India has come to a point where it does not lack in awareness, its scientific data is expanding and resources are also increasing.

Serum Institute chief Adar Poonawalla takes Covishield jab

Serum Institute chief Adar Poonawalla takes Covishield jab

Rediff.com16 Jan 2021

Poonawalla wished the country and Prime Minister Narendra Modi success for the vaccination programme.

In CCs meet on Afghanistan, Modi directs refuge to Sikh, Hindus wanting to come to India

In CCs meet on Afghanistan, Modi directs refuge to Sikh, Hindus wanting to come to India

Rediff.com17 Aug 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday directed officials to ensure safe evacuation of all Indian citizens from Afghanistan and to provide refuge to Sikhs and Hindus wanting to come to India from there, as he chaired a crucial high-level meeting in the backdrop of the Taliban takeover of the war-torn country, sources said.

Modi to host lunch for Trump on Feb 25, Kovind dinner

Modi to host lunch for Trump on Feb 25, Kovind dinner

Rediff.com19 Feb 2020

Sources said India and US do not want to rush in finalising a trade deal and both sides will take a decision on it considering a long-term view.

India always supported Afghan minorities: Shringla

India always supported Afghan minorities: Shringla

Rediff.com31 Aug 2021

India has always provided very strong support to minority communities in Afghanistan, particularly Sikhs and Hindus, and it is an important part of New Delhi's effort to evacuate those Afghan nationals who want to leave the war-ravaged country, Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla has said.

Govt announces liberalisation of policies governing geo-spatial data

Govt announces liberalisation of policies governing geo-spatial data

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the liberalisation of policies governing the acquisition and production of geospatial data is a "massive step in government's vision for an Aatmanirbhar Bharat". The reform will benefit country's farmers, start-ups, private sector, public sector and research institutions to drive innovations and build scalable solutions, he said.

Learn from dropped ministers' experience: PM to new ministers

Learn from dropped ministers' experience: PM to new ministers

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

The sources said Modi appreciated Prasad and Javadekar for their work.

2,000 Indians evacuated from Ukraine: Foreign secy

2,000 Indians evacuated from Ukraine: Foreign secy

Rediff.com28 Feb 2022

Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla said India has also approached the International Committee of Red Cross (ICRC) in Geneva and requested it to be cognizant of the security interests of the Indian citizens and escort them out, wherever possible, when it starts its operation in Ukraine.

President Kovind attends Victory Day Parade in Dhaka

President Kovind attends Victory Day Parade in Dhaka

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

President Ram Nath Kovind on Thursday attended the Victory Day Parade as the 'Guest of Honour' in Dhaka as Bangladesh marked 50 years of victory in the Liberation War against Pakistan by showcasing its military might which included spectacular aerobatics and display of defence acquisitions.

LS proceedings washed out for another day over farmers' stir

LS proceedings washed out for another day over farmers' stir

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

Speaker Om Birla continued with the Question Hour with health minister Harsh Vardhan responding to supplementary questions on COVID-19 vaccination.

'India took only 5 years to move from $2 to $3 trillion economy'

'India took only 5 years to move from $2 to $3 trillion economy'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

Indian Ambassador to the US, Harsh Vardhan Shringla said the United States, today, is not only India's largest trading partner, but most importantly, the two countries enjoys excellent people-to-people contact.

Join hands to battle COVID: Shah tells all-party meet

Join hands to battle COVID: Shah tells all-party meet

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

Shah apprised the leaders of four major political parties of Delhi on the steps taken to check the coronavirus pandemic and sought their views on the issue, a home ministry official said. Leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party, Congress, Aam Aadmi Party and the Bahujan Samaj Party have attended the meeting.

'6 Delhi hospitals have run out of oxygen, 7 have under 5 hours left'

'6 Delhi hospitals have run out of oxygen, 7 have under 5 hours left'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2021

Six hospitals in the national capital have exhausted their oxygen supply while seven others have less than five hours of oxygen left, Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia told Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on Thursday.

IMA sends Rs 1000 cr defamation notice to Ramdev

IMA sends Rs 1000 cr defamation notice to Ramdev

Rediff.com26 May 2021

As per the notice, if he doesn't post a video countering the statements given by him and tender a written apology within the next 15 days, then a sum of Rs 1000 crores will be demanded from him.

Sports Shorts: Silver and bronze for India in Commonwealth shooting

Sports Shorts: Silver and bronze for India in Commonwealth shooting

Rediff.com5 Nov 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Sunday

Centre rushes team to Kerala after Nipah confirmation

Centre rushes team to Kerala after Nipah confirmation

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

A control room has also been set up and the Strategic Health Operations Centre (SHOC) of the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has been activated, phone number for which is 011-23978046, a health ministry statement stated.

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.

During hour-long meet Modi invites Pope Francis to visit India

During hour-long meet Modi invites Pope Francis to visit India

Rediff.com30 Oct 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said he had a "very warm meeting" with Pope Francis and discussed a wide range of issues, including the Covid-19 pandemic and the challenge posed by climate change, with the head of the Roman Catholic church and also invited the Pontiff to visit India at an early date.

Vaccination drive suspended in Maha till Monday

Vaccination drive suspended in Maha till Monday

Rediff.com17 Jan 2021

The Maharashtra government on Saturday evening announced suspension of the COVID-19 vaccination drive in the state till Monday owing to problems in the Co-Win app.

PIX: India takes 1st step to end COVID with vaccine

PIX: India takes 1st step to end COVID with vaccine

Rediff.com16 Jan 2021

Healthcare workers at the frontline of India's COVID-19 battle got their first jabs after Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the world's biggest drive via video conferencing.

COMING UP in August: Shershaah, Bhuj, Cartel

COMING UP in August: Shershaah, Bhuj, Cartel

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

Joginder Tuteja looks at August's OTT releases.

Coronavirus: Evacuations process have begun, says MEA

Coronavirus: Evacuations process have begun, says MEA

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

The Indian nationals, mostly students, research scholars and professionals are working in Indian and international companies in the Chinese province.

Modi's new ministers take charge a day after expansion

Modi's new ministers take charge a day after expansion

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and other ministers took charge of their respective offices on Thursday, a day after taking oath at a ceremony held in the Darbar Hall of the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Should've voted to stop war: Ukraine to India, China

Should've voted to stop war: Ukraine to India, China

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

"I am saddened, however, that there is a small, handful of members that seem to be still tolerating the war," Sergiy Kyslytsya said after the Security Council voted on the United States-led draft resolution.

Look! What are Diana Penty and Shabana Azmi up to?

Look! What are Diana Penty and Shabana Azmi up to?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

Mere Pyare Prime Minister had a special screening.

What are Shahid, Kiara, Shriya up to?

What are Shahid, Kiara, Shriya up to?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

What's keeping the stars busy?

Tata Open: Seeds tumble as Majchrzak stuns Musetti

Tata Open: Seeds tumble as Majchrzak stuns Musetti

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

After his match, Majchrzak revealed that he developed the habit of playing drop shots in his early tennis days.

PIX: Like Ayushmann's red carpet look?

PIX: Like Ayushmann's red carpet look?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

The women looked super glam at the sixth Filmfare Glamour and Style Awards in Mumbai.

Sabarimala board defends use of 'halal' sign on jaggery in HC

Sabarimala board defends use of 'halal' sign on jaggery in HC

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

The Travancore Devaswom Board, which manages the Lord Ayyappa temple at Sabarimala, on Thursday told the Kerala high court that the jaggery received by it had 'halal' mentioned on the packaging as they are also exported to Arab countries by the company supplying to them.