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Nepal's latest earthquake was primed in 1934

Nepal's latest earthquake was primed in 1934

Rediff.com27 Apr 2015

Geologists have revealed that the Nepal's devastating magnitude-7.9 earthquake followed the historic pattern and it was primed over 80 years ago.

Nepal earthquake is an eerie reminder of 1934 tragedy

Nepal earthquake is an eerie reminder of 1934 tragedy

Rediff.com25 Apr 2015

The devastating quake of 8.3-magnitude on Richter scale that fateful day of January 15 had its epicentre at some 10 kms south of Mt Everest.

Soon a satellite to pre-empt earthquakes, courtesy IIT-Madras

Soon a satellite to pre-empt earthquakes, courtesy IIT-Madras

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

IIT-M plans to meet the next milestone of its earth satellite project by the end of this year.

Inside Tokyo's decision to delay the Olympics

Inside Tokyo's decision to delay the Olympics

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

It was an extraordinary turnaround for an Olympics that was expected to be held without major issues by a country known for public safety and economic stability. It also revealed a fatal miscalculation by Japanese and IOC officials of public sentiment at a time of heightened fears over the coronavirus.

Golay's tricky road ahead

Golay's tricky road ahead

Rediff.com13 Jun 2019

Sikkim's new chief minister will have to achieve growth without compromising nature.

4.9 earthquake jolts parts of Jammu and Kashmir

4.9 earthquake jolts parts of Jammu and Kashmir

Rediff.com9 Jul 2014

An earthquake measuring 4.9 on the Richter scale hit Pakistan-occupied-Gilgit late on Tuesday night and resultant mild tremors were felt in Doda and Kishtwar districts of Jammu and Kashmir.

Sports Shorts: Pictograms unveiled 500 days before start of Tokyo 2020

Sports Shorts: Pictograms unveiled 500 days before start of Tokyo 2020

Rediff.com12 Mar 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Tuesday

'Ensure your home is earthquake ready'

'Ensure your home is earthquake ready'

Rediff.com13 May 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

The DEADLIEST earthquakes from the past 25 years

The DEADLIEST earthquakes from the past 25 years

Rediff.com12 May 2015

We once again present a special feature on the ten worst earthquakes that had shaken the world and caused immense damage in the past 25 years.

'Volcano' tsunami kills 222 in Indonesia

'Volcano' tsunami kills 222 in Indonesia

Rediff.com23 Dec 2018

It is speculated that the tsunami was caused by activity around a volcanic island in the strait, Krakatoa, which is 156 km west of the Indonesian capital of Jakarta.

Massive earthquake robs Nepal of its UNESCO World Heritage

Massive earthquake robs Nepal of its UNESCO World Heritage

Rediff.com26 Apr 2015

Beyond colossal loss of human lives, if there is anything perhaps equally overwhelming in Nepal's earthquake tragedy, it is the monumental damage the country's iconic heritage has suffered due to the calamity.

5.9 earthquake hits Andaman Sea, tsunami ruled out

5.9 earthquake hits Andaman Sea, tsunami ruled out

Rediff.com1 Aug 2014

An earthquake measuring 5.9 on the Richter scale hit the Andaman Sea on Thursday but the Met department ruled out tsunami.

Tsunami alert after 6.8 earthquake rattles Japan's Fukushima

Tsunami alert after 6.8 earthquake rattles Japan's Fukushima

Rediff.com12 Jul 2014

A 6.8 magnitude earthquake has hit off the coast of Japan, with its epicentre located some 150 kilometers from the city of Namie in Fukushima prefecture triggering a tsunami alert, RT News reports.

Japan speculates over identity of final Olympic torchbearer

Japan speculates over identity of final Olympic torchbearer

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

Olympic organisers say they will not reveal the final torchbearer's identity until the torch arrives in the stadium on live television, watched by billions of spectators.

2019: The year in photos

2019: The year in photos

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

We sorted through countless photographs taken around the world to come up with the top photos of 2019. Together these images tell the story of the year -- capturing moments of hope and heartbreak, triumph and tragedy.

When your home is demolished for no fault of yours...

When your home is demolished for no fault of yours...

Rediff.com1 Jan 2020

For 'a person who has dedicated his life to teaching students, guiding them to restoring monuments and preserving our built heritage, I never dreamt that my home will one day be demolished.'

Top places to travel in 2019

Top places to travel in 2019

Rediff.com28 Dec 2018

Make sure that these places feature in your 2019 travel bucket list.

In PHOTOS: 6.8 earthquake jolts Philippines

In PHOTOS: 6.8 earthquake jolts Philippines

Rediff.com6 Feb 2012

The quake struck about 70 kilometers from the coastal city of Dumaguete on the Philippine island of Negros, the US Geological Survey said.

Best PHOTOS from the week gone by

Best PHOTOS from the week gone by

Rediff.com8 Oct 2018

Here are 10 images recapping the top events from the previous week.

It's a record! IAF airlifts 463 tonnes in 6 hours to Ladakh

It's a record! IAF airlifts 463 tonnes in 6 hours to Ladakh

Rediff.com20 Dec 2018

The unstated aim of a well-publicised airlift operation of this kind is to demonstrate India's ability to rapidly move troops and equipment over long distances.

384 killed by quake-triggered tsunami in Indonesia

384 killed by quake-triggered tsunami in Indonesia

Rediff.com29 Sep 2018

Strong aftershocks continued to rock the coastal city on Saturday morning.

In his final address to 16th LS, Modi mocks Rahul over Rafale, hug

In his final address to 16th LS, Modi mocks Rahul over Rafale, hug

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

Modi said the House did not witness any earthquake, an apparent reference to claims of Rahul Gandhi that his revelation on Rafale would create tremors.

Why are Tibetans leaving India?

Why are Tibetans leaving India?

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

Tibetan refugees in India face a bleak future, says Greg C Bruno.

Hours after typhoon, powerful 6.6-quake hits Japan

Hours after typhoon, powerful 6.6-quake hits Japan

Rediff.com6 Sep 2018

A powerful earthquake has rocked the city of Sapporo in northern Japan just hours after large parts of the south of the country was battered by the biggest typhoon to hit in 25 years. The 6.6 magnitude quake hit the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido early Thursday, triggering landslides, bringing down several houses, and killing eight persons. No tsunami warning was issued after the quake.

Kerala floods: Businesses may have to return GST credit on destroyed goods

Kerala floods: Businesses may have to return GST credit on destroyed goods

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

The business would also not be allowed to claim any un-availed input tax credit for "goods lost" or "destroyed".

What you need to know about the Statue of Unity

What you need to know about the Statue of Unity

Rediff.com30 Oct 2018

The Statue of Unity, touted as the world's tallest statue, will be nearly twice as tall as New York's famed Statue of Liberty. Check out all that you need to know about India's tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

Om Birla unanimously elected as new Lok Sabha Speaker

Om Birla unanimously elected as new Lok Sabha Speaker

Rediff.com19 Jun 2019

A total of 13 motions were moved in support of Birla.

Celebrating fans cause minor earthquake in US football game

Celebrating fans cause minor earthquake in US football game

Rediff.com3 Dec 2013

Seattle football fans erupted in cheers so raucous early in the Monday night match-up against the New Orleans Saints that their jumping up and down registered as a minor earthquake, local media reported.

7.8 earthquake rocks Iran; tremors felt in North India

7.8 earthquake rocks Iran; tremors felt in North India

Rediff.com16 Apr 2013

A major earthquake measuring 7.8 on the richter scale rocked the Iran-Pakistan border on Tuesday, tremors of which were experienced in North India, including New Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan and Punjab.

Delhi rattled by 4 earthquakes in 3 hours

Delhi rattled by 4 earthquakes in 3 hours

Rediff.com12 Nov 2013

Slight tremors of 3.1 magnitude were felt in the national capital region on Monday night. The slight-intensity quake occurred at 12:41 am and the epicentre was Delhi, an India Meteorological Department report said.

Manchester United are not a team, says Mourinho

Manchester United are not a team, says Mourinho

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

Mourinho not concerned by Manchester United's slow pre-season

Softball to give Tokyo 2020 symbolic start

Softball to give Tokyo 2020 symbolic start

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

A softball game in Fukushima prefecture will give the Tokyo 2020 Olympics a symbolic start

Indonesia quake, tsunami toll jumps to 1,234

Indonesia quake, tsunami toll jumps to 1,234

Rediff.com2 Oct 2018

More than 1,200 people are now known to have died in the quake-tsunami that smashed into Sulawesi, Indonesia said on Tuesday. The 7.5-magnitude quake struck just off the central island of Sulawesi, setting off a tsunami that engulfed the coastal city of Palu. People there are growing increasingly desperate for food, fuel and water. Almost 200,000 people are in need of urgent help, the United Nations says, among them thousands of children.

832 killed in Indonesia quake, tsunami; toll could rise to 'thousands'

832 killed in Indonesia quake, tsunami; toll could rise to 'thousands'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2018

As many as 3,50,000 people have been rendered homeless in the region.

PIX: England erupts with joy as team reaches World Cup semis

PIX: England erupts with joy as team reaches World Cup semis

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

England's World Cup victory over Sweden on Saturday was heard throughout the land.

'Where was Nitish Kumar for 4 days when Patna was flooded?'

'Where was Nitish Kumar for 4 days when Patna was flooded?'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

'Nitish Kumar's government has proved during these floods that it is a helpless government.'

Taxpayers won't be able to access GST portal on Sunday

Taxpayers won't be able to access GST portal on Sunday

Rediff.com30 Jun 2018

GSTN is planning a disaster recovery drill and hence services will not be available for 12 hours, between 9am and 9pm, on July 1, and has requested the taxpayers to plan GST-related activities on the portal accordingly.

3 dead, dozens injured as 6.1 quake hits Japan

3 dead, dozens injured as 6.1 quake hits Japan

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

At least three people, including a nine-year-old girl, died. At least 37 people are reportedly injured, as per NHK World.

China's earthquake death toll rises to 94

China's earthquake death toll rises to 94

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

The death toll in twin shallow earthquakes in northwest China's Gansu province rose to 94 on Tuesday. Over 1,000 injured in the 6.6-magnitude earthquake jolted the juncture area of Minxian and Zhangxian counties in the city of Dingxi on Monday, official media reported.

54 killed, 300 injured in China earthquake

54 killed, 300 injured in China earthquake

Rediff.com22 Jul 2013

At least 11 people were killed and 86 others injured today after a 6.6-magnitude earthquake jolted two counties in China's northwestern Gansu Province, local authorities said.