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50% of Delhi govt staffers to work from home amid rising air pollution
Rediff.com23 hours agoThe Delhi government has ordered half of its staff to work from home, urging private organizations to follow suit as the national capital faces an alarmingly high level of air pollution. The move comes as Delhi recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 426 in the "severe" category, with residents reporting health issues. Essential services will continue to operate at full capacity. The government has also advised companies to provide shuttle bus services for employees and suggested that private entities consider shifting office hours to reduce traffic congestion.
Delhi's Pollution Nightmare!
Rediff.com3 days agoClean air needs action all year round; and that it will work only if we act jointly and at scale, asserts Sunita Narain.
Why is Wayanad Quiet About Tragedy?
Rediff.com13 Nov 2024There is a definite attempt to put the landslides on the backburner because news of them and climate change worry Wayanad's tourism and real estate businesses greatly. Whatever I experienced of Wayanad's 2024 by-elections; the July landslides were not a burning issue, observes Shyam G Menon.
'Focus Is To Maintain The Casa Ratio'
Rediff.com8 Nov 2024'It has remained around 38 per cent over the past four to five quarters.'
The Elevance of Kamala Harris
Rediff.com2 Nov 2024Kamala has finessed bubblegum conversation about whether she is Black or Indian. Her Irrelevancing-approach, an Irrelevance-code if you will, is Elevated and Elegant -- this is the Elevance of Kamala! asserts economist Dr Anuradha Luther Maitra.
'B' in BJP stands for...: Kharge, Cong CMs slam Modi
Rediff.com2 Nov 2024Kharge's remarks came after Modi on Friday said the Congress stands "badly exposed" in front of people for promising to them what the party knows it will never be able to deliver.
Is Priyanka A Political Tourist In Wayanad?
Rediff.com2 Nov 2024When it comes to the Congress and Wayanad, the only way the scepticism in the minds of some in Kerala may be addressed is by the Gandhi family proving that they are more than a passing caravan in town, reports Shyam G Menon.
Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!
Rediff.com1 Nov 2024We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.
Did Chances Of A Trump Win Spook Bezos?
Rediff.com31 Oct 2024Did Jeff Bezos decide against endorsing Harris because it would hurt his business interests? Only God and Bezos know, and neither of them are talking, notes Prem Panicker.
'Being A Star Is Selfish. Let's Work For The People'
Rediff.com29 Oct 2024'You changed me, you told me what to do, you have brought me into politics.' 'I will work tirelessly for you. It is in your fingers to support me.' 'My career peak I have left to be with you.' Superstar Vijay is the latest actor to enter politics, and his speech at his new party's first public meet on Sunday offers a glimpse into his worldview.
Norris-Verstappen battle heats up as Texas beckons
Rediff.com18 Oct 2024Red Bull make changes to car after discussions with FIA
Canadian top cop urges Sikh community to 'speak out'
Rediff.com16 Oct 2024The head of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has urged the Sikh community in Ottawa to speak out as they continue to investigate allegations linking the Indian government to a campaign of violence on Canadian soil.
What Gave Ratan Tata Great Pleasure
Rediff.com14 Oct 2024'I get enormous pleasure from seeing the uplift of an underprivileged or poor person.' 'I feel elated when I walk on the street and see someone who pushes a handcart talking on a cell phone.' A revealing glimpse from Peter Casey's The Story of Tata: 1968 to 2021.
Mamata silent on demands of junior docs; health of medics deteriorates
Rediff.com12 Oct 2024The ongoing agitation has also led the Federation of All India Medical Association to warn that it would declare a nationwide "complete shutdown of medical services" if any "any harm befalls brave junior doctors".
'Can We In Our Businesses Set An Example?'
Rediff.com10 Oct 2024'I think some of us, like Mukesh Ambani, myself and those of us who head industrial units, ought to really focus on what we can really do to make the world a safer place, maybe 50 or 100 years from now.' 'For instance, how can we deal with climate change and global warming, right now?' 'The effects of it may not be felt now; in fact, we may pay a price for it today, but it will help the generations to follow.'
'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'
Rediff.com10 Oct 2024'What's sad today is that there are so many people who cannot find work, not because the country is devoid of that opportunity, but because we are not doing enough in the country.'
Will Anna's Death Be A Wake-Up Call For India Inc?
Rediff.com8 Oct 2024'In India, managers and the leadership almost glorify overworking.'
T'gana minister withdraws Samantha remarks, is sued by Nagarjuna
Rediff.com3 Oct 2024Several cine personalities such as Chiranjeevi, Nagarjuna, junior NTR, Venkatesh, Prakash Raj and Khushbu hit out at the minister for her remarks.
Why Babar quit as Pakistan's white ball captain again!
Rediff.com3 Oct 2024Babar Azam lost his interest in captaining Pakistan's white ball teams after a critical report submitted by head coach Gary Kirsten to PCB.
Not following UP model, told party: Vikramaditya Singh
Rediff.com28 Sep 2024He said the multi-party committee formed by the Speaker in Himachal Pradesh would discuss all issues about street vending on October 3. Singh's remarks came a day after the Congress top brass chided him over his remarks on mandatory display of names by the street vendors and told him that no one was allowed to go against the party's policies and ideologies.
Atishi sworn in as Delhi CM, retains 13 portfolios
Rediff.com22 Sep 2024Atishi will have a brief tenure in office as assembly elections in the national capital are due in February.
Will fight to improve working conditions: Rahul to EY staffer's parents
Rediff.com21 Sep 2024The Leader of Opposition assured the parents of raising the issue in Parliament.
Bengal junior doctors call off 'cease work' after 42 days
Rediff.com20 Sep 2024Ending the logjam persisting for 42 days in the wake of the rape and murder of a young doctor at RG Kar hospital, the agitating medics withdrew the 'cease work' after holding a march to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) office in Salt Lake in Kolkata from the state health department's headquarters, where they had been demonstrating for over a week.
'BJP Is Losing Ground Rapidly In J&K'
Rediff.com13 Sep 2024'Everyone is unhappy with the lieutenant governor's administration, which is ignorant, high-handed, and inaccessible.'
RG Kar protests pose unprecedented crisis for TMC
Rediff.com10 Sep 2024'Although there is a visible dent in TMC's urban votes, especially among women, the CPI-M and the BJP are unlikely to benefit from this'
Income Rise To Boost Household Asset Rebuilding
Rediff.com4 Sep 2024Households are likely to remain the primary net lenders to the economy in the coming decades.
What Is Navya Naveli Studying At IIM-A?
Rediff.com3 Sep 2024Announced in January 2024, the BPGPA MBA is a blended (hybrid) programme that combines on-campus, in-person sessions and live interactive online sessions.
Medic's murder: IMA survey reveals 35% of doctors feel unsafe
Rediff.com30 Aug 2024The respondents were from over 22 states with 85 percent of them being under 35 years while 61 percent were interns or postgraduate trainees.
Expert explains why Shivaji Maharaj statue collapsed
Rediff.com29 Aug 2024Corroded nuts and bolts likely contributed to the collapse of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue by causing a failure in steel members forming the frame inside the statue, according to a structural engineer.
Mohammedan Sporting's ISL debut in jeopardy
Rediff.com26 Aug 2024Gurgaon-based Bunkerhill Pvt Ltd has 61 per cent stake in the club through their deal in 2020 and after the team got a new investors in Shrachi Sports, the two firms had agreed to split the shares with 30.5 per cent each by signing a term sheet earlier this month.
SC to hear Kolkata rape-murder case first on Tuesday
Rediff.com20 Aug 2024A bench headed by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, which had taken cognisance of the incident, has kept the matter on top of the cause list for hearing at 10:30 am on Tuesday.
'Wayanad Is A Man-Made Tragedy'
Rediff.com19 Aug 2024'It was specifically mentioned in the Gadgil Committee report that this particular area where the colossal landside happened now should be in the Environmentally Sensitive Area under Zone 1.' 'Zone 1 is the most important and ecologically sensitive area, and that it has to be protected entirely.' 'At least 90% of the Wayanad disaster is man-made.'
Doctors' protest: 'Don't want to be next victim'
Rediff.com18 Aug 2024Non-emergency services, such as OPD and diagnostics, and elective surgeries at city-based health facilities, including at Centre-run AIIMS, Safdarjung hospital and RML hospital, are hit since Monday.
'Climate Change Is The Main Villain'
Rediff.com2 Aug 2024'Since there is no photo-op, or quick fix solutions, politicians do not want to address climate change. It is very unfashionable.'
Students protesting coaching centre deaths detained
Rediff.com28 Jul 2024A few students were detained after they staged a protest in Old Rajinder Nagar in New Delhi on Sunday, demanding action against those responsible for the deaths of three civil services aspirants at a coaching centre in the area, and compensation for their families.
Workplace Romance: 8 DOs And DON'Ts
Rediff.com16 Jul 2024When indulging in an office romance, boundaries are a must. You might be flying high on the bliss of a new relationship, but your colleagues are not obliged to enjoy the PDA, says rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.
Workplace romance: 8 DOs and DON'Ts
Rediff.com12 Jul 2024When indulging in an office romance, boundaries are a must. You might be flying high on the bliss of a new relationship, but your colleagues are not obliged to enjoy the PDA, says rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.
IT Companies May See Recovery In June Quarter
Rediff.com11 Jul 2024The June quarter is usually considered as a seasonally strong period for the IT sector.
'What Bigger Award One Can Hope For?'
Rediff.com4 Jul 2024I did not take up research for any award.' 'What is more important is the medicine that I have developed.' 'This helps the patient recover and the family is happy that their relative has survived and they go back to their lives.
Coach Dravid ends reign with World Cup high
Rediff.com30 Jun 2024Rahul Dravid's tenure as India Head Coach, which ended gloriously with the T20 World Cup triumph in Barbados on Saturday, will remain a case study on how to be stately and understated at the same time in modern-day cricket coaching.