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Indian-American Jay Bhattacharya to be Trump's health agency head

US President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Indian-American scientist Jay Bhattacharya to lead the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the country's top health research and funding......

'Take Back Laadki Bahin Money, Just Stop Mehngai'

'We are happy that the money has come to us immediately after it was announced.''For once, the government did what it promised.' IMAGE: Domestic workers discuss the elections and the Ladki Bahin......

SC to hear ex-Army officer's plea to quash rape chargesheet on Monday

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Monday a plea filed by a former army officer seeking quashing of a chargesheet against him in an alleged rape case. IMAGE: The Supreme Court of India.......

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

After steering the Rediff mothership for close to 29 years, Ajit Balakrishnan, founder, chairman and CEO, did what few businessmen in this country do -- R-E-T-I-R-E. On August 2, 2024, we were......

Bangladesh govt weighs President's fate amid protests

Bangladesh's interim government on Wednesday said it is 'consulting all stakeholders' to decide the fate of President Mohammed Shahabuddin, as authorities beefed up security around his residence in......

RBI Guv Shaktikanta Das to demit office on Tuesday

Shaktikanta Das will demit the office on Tuesday after completing six years as the 25th Governor of the Reserve Bank of India. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com Revenue Secretary Sanjay......

Maharashtra farmers seek better pricing for produce

A group of onion traders gathered at the Pimpalgaon Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC), near Nashik, to inspect one of the season’s final harvests of red onions as they look to......

2nd time in 20 yrs, manufacturing jobs outpace sector growth

In a relatively rare occurrence, the growth in manufacturing jobs exceeded the pace of sector growth in 2022-23 (FY23). Employees assemble an electric transformer inside a manufacturing unit of......

India's Economic Reality And The Hype

From connectivity woes to infrastructure advancements and the startup boom, there is a gulf between claims and reality in India's economic landscape, points out Devangshu Datta. Illustration:......

Informal entities in manufacturing lost 5.4 million jobs in 7 years

Unincorporated enterprises in the manufacturing sector lost nearly 1.8 million establishments and shed 5.4 million jobs between July 2015-June 2016 and October 2022-September 2023, an analysis of......

'Never Put Anyone To Sleep During Sex'

'Imagine having a conversation with your parents, where you say, "I want to break up with someone because he's bad in bed".' IMAGE: A scene from Khwaabon Ka Jhamela. Modern love and sex are......

Shoojit Sircar's Best Films, Ranked

There's a contemplative air about Shoojit Sircar's cinema. His storytelling isn't in a rush to get somewhere and enjoys the process of seeing his characters beyond the obvious whilst offering a......

The Real Star Of Lapatta Ladies

'There's a very strong feeling of sisterhood that I feel is missing in Indian households.' 'I genuinely advocate the feeling of sisterhood because I feel that some of the strongest bonds,......

The Raj & DK Line-Up You Cannot Miss

IMAGE: Raj and DK with Samantha, who stars in Citadel: Honey Bunny. Photograph: Kind courtesy Raj And DK/Instagram It was the beginning of a beautiful friendship when two brainy boys met at an......

'Struggle Toh Kiya Hi Hai'

'I have no family (in the industry), no network, no mentor.''Still, I'm consistently working since 20 years and now I have a National Award.''It may take time, but if you're consistently at it,......

Australia call up uncapped Webster for India series

IMAGE: All-rounder Beau Webster has been roped in as cover for Mitchell Marsh who was injured during the opening Test in Perth. Photograph: Kind Courtesy cricket.com.au Uncapped all-rounder Beau......

How Jaiswal prepared for Aussie bouncers...

Yashasvi Jaiswal's Perth Simulation: 200 overs in 2 days, inclined concrete slab, lighter synthetic balls IMAGE: Yashasvi Jaiswal was stationed at the Thane stadium near his home, roughly......

'Washi Is A Superb Batter'

'The world is yet to watch him, show his prowess as a batter, but given the chance he will do a great job.' IMAGE: Washington Sundar is handy with the bat lower down the order. Photograph: BCCI......

Juned's Journey: From Driving Autos To Winning Irani Cup

'I was irregular for practice because I had to drive the autorickshaw to sustain my daily expenses in Mumbai and also to send money to my mother back in Kannauj, so I could not miss even a day of......

'We exist too': Kathuniya's plea after poor Paralympics reception

IMAGE: Kathuniya won the silver medal in the Men's Discus Throw F56 final. Photograph: Yogesh Kathuniya / X Para-athlete Yogesh Kathuniya expressed his disappointment towards the lack of......

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