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Weekend lockdown in Maha, stricter curbs from Monday

Weekend lockdown in Maha, stricter curbs from Monday

Rediff.com4 Apr 2021

Theatres, drama theatres will be shut, while film and television shootings will continue if there is no crowding. Parks and playgrounds will also be closed, he said.

Make policies for a Brand Northeast, World Bank tells Centre

Make policies for a Brand Northeast, World Bank tells Centre

Rediff.com22 Dec 2019

The World Bank report said Brand Northeast would build on elements such as healthy living, environmental sustainability, social responsibility, service orientation, among others.

TN extends Covid lockdown by another week

TN extends Covid lockdown by another week

Rediff.com22 May 2021

Calling for public cooperation to the government's efforts to stem the spread of the virus, Stalin urged people to follow due protocol like social distancing and wearing of masks.

Can you resist these veg recipes?

Can you resist these veg recipes?

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

Chef Neha Deepak Shah shares three delicious vegetarian meal ideas.

Sunday lockdown turns streets empty in Bhopal, 2 other cities of MP

Sunday lockdown turns streets empty in Bhopal, 2 other cities of MP

Rediff.com21 Mar 2021

People in Bhopal, Indore and Jabalpur woke up to a quieter outdoor and deserted streets on Sunday as the coronavirus-triggered lockdown came into force in these three cities of Madhya Pradesh.

Sambar and Paneer Tikka for Kamala

Sambar and Paneer Tikka for Kamala

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

'So South Indian, it would be idli with... a really good sambar, and then north Indian -- probably any kind of tikka.' Hmm. You can take a girl out her mom's country, but you can't take the country out of the girl!'

Cyclone Asani nears east coast amid signs of gradual weakening

Cyclone Asani nears east coast amid signs of gradual weakening

Rediff.com10 May 2022

IMD director general Mrutunjay Mohapatra said that cyclone Asani has already achieved maximum stage of intensification and is gradually getting weakened.

SC-appointed panel on farm laws was against their repeal

SC-appointed panel on farm laws was against their repeal

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

The report, which was submitted to the apex court on March 19, 2021, was made public on Monday. The three-member committee had also suggested many changes in the laws, including giving freedom to states to make Minimum Support Price (MSP) system legal.

Mumbai police discontinues colour-coded sticker system for cars

Mumbai police discontinues colour-coded sticker system for cars

Rediff.com24 Apr 2021

The colour-coded sticker system, which was recently introduced by the Mumbai police to ensure smooth movement of vehicles engaged in emergency and essential services during the ongoing restrictions, has been discontinued, an official said on Saturday.

Where Beer Flows Like Water...

Where Beer Flows Like Water...

Rediff.com20 Sep 2022

The 187th Oktoberfest got underway in Munich, Germany, on September 17 with more cheer than ever after two years of cancellation courtesy COVID-19.

'Jackfruit flour may control diabetes'

'Jackfruit flour may control diabetes'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

'The group having rice flour and wheat flour showed an increase in glycosylated haemoglobin (HbA1c), and the group that took the jackfruit flour had a significant decrease in HbA1c.' 'Our results showed a decrease in fasting blood glucose (FBG) and postprandial glucose (PPG) after the green jackfruit flour meal.'

TN brings back Covid curbs as cases rise

TN brings back Covid curbs as cases rise

Rediff.com8 Apr 2021

As fresh Covid-19 cases continued to increase, the Tamil Nadu government on Thursday announced reintroduction of curbs like permission only for 50 per cent seating capacity in cinemas and ban on select activities effective April 10, to help prevent the spread of the virus.

10 tips to increase your sperm count

10 tips to increase your sperm count

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

Having sex every other day may be optimum, says Dr Raghuveer Karne. Prolonged abstinence can increase the number of dead sperm.

Active Covid cases decline below 2 lakh with 14,146 new infections

Active Covid cases decline below 2 lakh with 14,146 new infections

Rediff.com17 Oct 2021

The national Covid recovery rate was recorded at 98.10 per cent, the data updated at 8 am showed.

'Inflation likely to average above 7% in Q2 and Q3'

'Inflation likely to average above 7% in Q2 and Q3'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

'The FY2023 inflation outcome is likely to exceed the RBI's current forecast by a wide margin.'

'It is very easy to destroy the environment'

'It is very easy to destroy the environment'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2022

'But extremely difficult, expensive and time consuming to rebuild it.'

Transporters threaten strike in north India to support farmers

Transporters threaten strike in north India to support farmers

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

The AIMTC supports the farmers as 65 per cent of the trucks are engaged in carrying farm produce.

11 pm to 5 am Covid-19 curfew in Delhi from today

11 pm to 5 am Covid-19 curfew in Delhi from today

Rediff.com27 Dec 2021

Patients and pregnant women, people out to buy essential items, and those travelling to or from railway stations, bus stops and airports will be exempted from the night curfew that kicks in at 11 pm on Monday due to rising COVID-19 cases in Delhi, according to a DDMA order.

Moody's slashes India's GDP growth to 8.8% for 2022

Moody's slashes India's GDP growth to 8.8% for 2022

Rediff.com26 May 2022

Moody's Investors Service on Thursday slashed India's economic growth projection to 8.8 per cent for 2022 from 9.1 per cent earlier, citing high inflation. In its update to Global Macro Outlook 2022-23, Moody's said high-frequency data suggests that the growth momentum from December quarter 2021 carried through into the first four months this year. However, the rise in crude oil, food and fertilizer prices will weigh on household finances and spending in the months ahead.

Karnataka to have total lockdown on Sundays starting July 5

Karnataka to have total lockdown on Sundays starting July 5

Rediff.com27 Jun 2020

It was also decided that there will be night curfew from 8 pm to 5 am, which will come into effect from Monday, according to an official statement.

'Raj Thackeray is facing wrath of his karma'

'Raj Thackeray is facing wrath of his karma'

Rediff.com20 May 2022

'BJP is cutting him down to size as he is trying to emerge a Hindutva national hero.'

Farmers playing major role in building Aatmanirbhar Bharat: PM

Farmers playing major role in building Aatmanirbhar Bharat: PM

Rediff.com27 Sep 2020

Modi said many farmers benefitted after fruits, vegetables were brought out of APMC Act in some states a few years ago.

Karnataka imposes lockdown like restrictions from May 10-24

Karnataka imposes lockdown like restrictions from May 10-24

Rediff.com8 May 2021

All shops and commercial establishments, hotels, pubs and bars will remain closed during this period, Yediyurappa said.

Birbhum killings: 'What will happen when police leaves village'

Birbhum killings: 'What will happen when police leaves village'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

'I can only say that it was a revenge killing. We have seen everything from inside our houses. We ran into our dwellings on hearing a mob approaching Sonu's house and hurling bombs. After that, I don't know anything'

Nationwide lockdown triggers panic-buying

Nationwide lockdown triggers panic-buying

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

The prime minister appealed to people not to panic, saying thronging shops will pose the risk of spread of COVID-19. 'There is absolutely no need to panic; the Centre and states will work together to ensure availability of essential commodities, medicines, etc,' he said.

10 Ways STRESS AFFECTS YOU

10 Ways STRESS AFFECTS YOU

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

Doing an activity you love instantly reduces stress and lowers your heart rate too.

Badhai Do For This Arunachal Actor!

Badhai Do For This Arunachal Actor!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

'The whole state is very proud of me.' 'I have been home twice after the release of the movie and I could feel the pride in the people's eyes.'

September 1st week exports jump 13.35%, imports down 21.37%

September 1st week exports jump 13.35%, imports down 21.37%

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

India's exports during the first week of September jumped 13.35 per cent year-on-year to $ 6.12 billion, official data released on Thursday showed. At the same time, imports declined by 21.37 per cent to $ 6.85 billion. Consequently, the deficit during September 1 to 7 worked out to $ 730 million.

New Maha Covid curbs on office attendance, travel, wedding

New Maha Covid curbs on office attendance, travel, wedding

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

The Maharashtra government on Wednesday imposed several new restrictions, including a ban on inter-city and inter-district travel and curbs on office attendance in an attempt to bring the spiralling coronavirus infections under control.

Eating out? Be ready to pay more for your favourite dish

Eating out? Be ready to pay more for your favourite dish

Rediff.com28 Nov 2019

Restaurant owners say the skyrocketing prices of onions has made things difficult for them to run the business and they are left with no other option but to pass it on to the customers.

No crisis of essential commodities, don't panic: Shah

No crisis of essential commodities, don't panic: Shah

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

In a series of tweets, Shah also asked people not to panic as the whole country would fight the coronavirus outbreak together.

Journalist booked for video of salt-roti midday meal

Journalist booked for video of salt-roti midday meal

Rediff.com2 Sep 2019

The video of students of the Siyur Primary School in Jamalpur block of Mirzapur district being served salt and roti in their midday meal had gone viral on the social media on August 22, triggering outrage and leading to the suspension of two teachers.

Transporters' stir pushes bhindi price to over Rs 100/kg

Transporters' stir pushes bhindi price to over Rs 100/kg

Rediff.com25 Jul 2018

While okra was being sold for Rs 100-120 a kg and cauliflower for Rs 120-140 a kg in Mumbai and its suburbs, all other vegetable prices have increased by almost 100 per cent since July 20.

The G-23 Revolt That Wasn't

The G-23 Revolt That Wasn't

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

Members of the G-23, who had shown courage to point out the flaws in the party's functioning, have allowed themselves to be co-opted by the Family to go through the motions of a post-mortem, notes Virendra Kapoor.

Conspiracy afoot to confuse farmers: PM Modi amid protest

Conspiracy afoot to confuse farmers: PM Modi amid protest

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

Opposition parties, when they were in power, were in favour of these farm sector reforms, but did not take any decision back then, Modi said.

Bigg Boss 15: It's a BATTLEFIELD

Bigg Boss 15: It's a BATTLEFIELD

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

The non-VIP members fight against the VIP team for immunity.

Akhilesh Yadav's cabinet expansion faces several hiccups

Akhilesh Yadav's cabinet expansion faces several hiccups

Rediff.com18 Jul 2013

Prolonged parleys with different power centers led to several hiccups before Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav could induct four new faces in his team in Lucknow on Thursday. The total tally of council of ministers is now 60.

Trump personally welcomes 3 Americans freed by North Korea back to the US

Trump personally welcomes 3 Americans freed by North Korea back to the US

Rediff.com10 May 2018

The Americans -- Kim Dong Chul, Kim Hak-song and Kim Sang Duk, also known as Tony Kim -- had been jailed for anti-state activities and placed in North Korean labour camps.

Delhi imposes night curfew, but no curbs on traffic

Delhi imposes night curfew, but no curbs on traffic

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

"People who want to get Covid-19 vaccination will be exempted but will have to get an e-pass. Shopkeepers selling essential goods like groceries, fruits, vegetables, milk, and medicine will be allowed to move after getting an e-pass. Print and electronic media will also be allowed to move only through e-pass," the Delhi government's order stated.

Inflation likely to pinch consumer pocket less in 2022

Inflation likely to pinch consumer pocket less in 2022

Rediff.com27 Dec 2021

Spiralling prices pinched the pocket of consumer as edible oil, fuel and many other commodities turned dearer this year amid pandemic-induced disruptions but the inflationary pressure is anticipated to ease, though marginally, in the coming months. As consumers, at retail as well as wholesale levels, are willy-nilly learning to live with the new normal of curbs to contain the spread of coronavirus infections, experts are of the view that elevated inflation is likely to stay longer. After dealing with the devastating blows from the second COVID wave, especially during the April-June period, the economy is well on the revival path but the emergence of Omicron might unsettle the recovery trajectory in the short term.