News for 'flex'

'After E20, India should now focus on flex fuel'

'After E20, India should now focus on flex fuel'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

As of now, no firm has launched a flex-fuel vehicle in India, as these models are more expensive than comparable petrol-run vehicles.

Chandy Oommen Protests Against LDF Government During Kerala Election Vote

Chandy Oommen Protests Against LDF Government During Kerala Election Vote

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Chandy Oommen, son of the late Oommen Chandy, protested against the LDF government while casting his vote in the Puthuppally Assembly election, citing harassment of his father and inadequate constituency funding.

Fuel efficiency norms favour flex-fuel, hybrid cars: EV makers

Fuel efficiency norms favour flex-fuel, hybrid cars: EV makers

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

EV manufacturers point out that converting a regular petrol car into a flex-fuel vehicle requires only about Rs 17,000-25,000 per unit, whereas developing an EV demands vastly greater investments in research, battery development, and localisation.

AI puts India's office market back to work

AI puts India's office market back to work

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a potential new demand driver for India's office market, with AI-focused technology (tech) firms actively leasing new office space and established information technology (IT) companies expanding their footprint as they ramp up investments in AI.

'BJP Will Win A Few Seats In Kerala'

'BJP Will Win A Few Seats In Kerala'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

'The BJP is pouring in money so that only BJP candidates are visible everywhere.' 'If the Congress does not win this time, its survival itself will be a problem...'

Counterfeit iPhone Parts Racket Busted in Delhi, Five Arrested

Counterfeit iPhone Parts Racket Busted in Delhi, Five Arrested

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Delhi Police have arrested five shop owners in Rohini for selling counterfeit iPhone spare parts and accessories, seizing fake items worth approximately Rs 1.6 crore.

Why Walking Is The Real Flex

Why Walking Is The Real Flex

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

We've all heard 'sitting is the new smoking' but the real question is: How do you undo it?

BJP flexes muscles in Shinde's home turf, seeks bigger role

BJP flexes muscles in Shinde's home turf, seeks bigger role

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

A battle of nerves is unfolding between the Bharatiya Janata Party and Shiv Sena on Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde's home turf, Thane, with a BJP leader pitching for a substantial share in power on the back of the party's 100 per cent strike rate in the civic polls.

Madurai Temple Hosts Special Pooja for India Ahead of T20 WC Final

Madurai Temple Hosts Special Pooja for India Ahead of T20 WC Final

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Devotees at Madurai's Sri Maha Periyava Temple offered special prayers and rituals seeking India's victory ahead of the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand in Ahmedabad.

India indispensable for peace in Indo-Pacific: Trump administration

India indispensable for peace in Indo-Pacific: Trump administration

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A senior US official has emphasised India's crucial role in maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region and ensuring a balanced power dynamic in Asia, advocating for stronger defence ties between the two nations.

Nail Style: Acrylic or Overlay Gel Nails?

Nail Style: Acrylic or Overlay Gel Nails?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Acrylic nails have long had a reputation. They are glamorous, long-lasting, but notorious for making your natural nails thin, brittle and painfully sensitive.

Delhi Drug Department Seizes Insulin Stocks Over Storage Violations

Delhi Drug Department Seizes Insulin Stocks Over Storage Violations

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The Delhi Drugs Control Department seized insulin stocks worth over Rs 20 lakh from wholesale drug firms for allegedly violating storage and regulatory norms.

Giriraj Singh Accuses Mamata Banerjee of Protecting Infiltrators

Giriraj Singh Accuses Mamata Banerjee of Protecting Infiltrators

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Union Minister Giriraj Singh has accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of protecting infiltrators from the Muslim community for political gain. He also alleged corruption and economic decline under the TMC government.

Now singer Sona Mohapatra slams Badshah's misogynistic song 'Tateeree'

Now singer Sona Mohapatra slams Badshah's misogynistic song 'Tateeree'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Singer Sona Mohapatra has criticised rapper Badshah for using misogynistic tropes in his song 'Tateeree', which has faced backlash for its objectionable lyrics and visuals. Badshah has since apologised and removed the song from social media.

BJP targets Ajit Pawar's party in Pune over hoardings

BJP targets Ajit Pawar's party in Pune over hoardings

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Maharashtra BJP has lodged a complaint with the Election Commission regarding illegal hoardings allegedly put up by the NCP and other parties in Pune ahead of the civic body polls.

Gandhi Talks, Subedaar, Tanvi The Great Arrive On OTT

Gandhi Talks, Subedaar, Tanvi The Great Arrive On OTT

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Romance and action rule the roost on this week's OTT special. Take your pick from Sukanya Verma's eclectic menu.

BJP Leader Giriraj Singh Slams Mamata Banerjee's 'Muslim Appeasement' Politics in West Bengal

BJP Leader Giriraj Singh Slams Mamata Banerjee's 'Muslim Appeasement' Politics in West Bengal

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Union Minister Giriraj Singh has accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of appeasing Muslims and protecting infiltrators, while the BJP promises to bring 'Ram Rajya' to the state if elected.

India, US to bolster defence ties for Indo-Pacific peace: US Admiral

India, US to bolster defence ties for Indo-Pacific peace: US Admiral

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Admiral Samuel J Paparo, Commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command, lauded India's military restraint during Operation Sindoor and emphasized the growing India-US defence partnership aimed at maintaining peace and security in the Indo-Pacific region.

Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal labour into FA Cup quarter-finals

Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal labour into FA Cup quarter-finals

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Manchester City, Chelsea and Arsenal progressed to the FA Cup quarter-finals after victories over Newcastle United, Wrexham and Mansfield Town respectively on Saturday.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 You Can't Buy

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 You Can't Buy

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Samsung has revealed a bespoke Galaxy Z Flip7 Olympic Edition, crafted solely for competitors at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games.

T20 World Cup: Clinical India hammer Pakistan to qualify for Super 8s

T20 World Cup: Clinical India hammer Pakistan to qualify for Super 8s

Rediff.com15 Feb 2026

Super Kishan, Bumrah-led bowlers give India thumping 61-run win over Pakistan

Tendulkar, Kohli lead tributes to U19 World champs!

Tendulkar, Kohli lead tributes to U19 World champs!

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

India's record sixth U-19 World Cup win drew praise from Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir and cricket legends worldwide after Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's stunning 175 sealed a 100-run victory over England.

Riddhi, The Cutie To Watch Out For!

Riddhi, The Cutie To Watch Out For!

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

With Raja Saab ready to introduce her to a wider audience, Riddhi Kumar is already turning heads for more than just her screen presence.

10 Most Powerful Passports. And India...

10 Most Powerful Passports. And India...

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Henley Passport Index 2026 has once again ranked Singapore as the passport offering its people access to the most countries and therefore near-seamless travel accross the planet.

Nayan Sarika Just Stole Our Heart

Nayan Sarika Just Stole Our Heart

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Nayan Sarika doesn't stick to one fashion mood and that's her strength.

10 Human-Forward Work Skills You Must Master in 2026

10 Human-Forward Work Skills You Must Master in 2026

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Here are ten human-forward skills that will quietly but decisively shape professional growth in 2026.

Listed companies' rent, lease expenses down since pandemic

Listed companies' rent, lease expenses down since pandemic

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Companies' rent and lease expenses have seen a significant decline relative to the money they make since the pandemic.

Geraldine, The Fearless Rulebreaker

Geraldine, The Fearless Rulebreaker

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

Geraldine Viswanathan isn't trying to fit into anyone's fashion box and that's exactly what makes her style so interesting.

The Raja Saab Review: Prabhas Can't Save It

The Raja Saab Review: Prabhas Can't Save It

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

The Raja Saab is a poorly judged effort to appease to the lowest hanging fruit, and is not sincere in its ambition to entertain, notes Arjun Menon.

2025: Top 10 Male Performances

2025: Top 10 Male Performances

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

In the year gone by, quite a few of the younger actors flexed their acting muscle. Whether the films were blockbusters or not is immaterial, what matters is the effort put in.

Fuel emission relief for small cars leaves industry divided

Fuel emission relief for small cars leaves industry divided

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

A deep split has emerged within India's auto industry over the proposed CAFE exemption for small cars, with only Maruti Suzuki and Renault backing the move in the final SIAM vote.

Premier League Flexes Financial Muscle With Record Splurge!

Premier League Flexes Financial Muscle With Record Splurge!

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Isak's record Liverpool move caps Premier League's 3 billion transfer frenzy

Buying The Most Coveted Japani Joota

Buying The Most Coveted Japani Joota

Rediff.com25 Dec 2025

'When you finally hold that red bag with your personalised Onitsukas inside, it feels like ticking off a very satisfying item on your travel checklist,' discovers Mayur Sanap after visiting Onitsuka Tiger's famous Red Concept store in Tokyo.

Ozempic launched in India, priced at Rs 2,200 per week

Ozempic launched in India, priced at Rs 2,200 per week

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Danish pharma major Novo Nordisk on Friday launched its blockbuster type 2 diabetes treatment injection Ozempic, globally popular for its weight-loss benefits.

Why Salman Did Not Marry

Why Salman Did Not Marry

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Late one evening, strolling around Mehboob Studio's car park, he was darkly introspective, admitting that marriage had been on his mind a few years ago. But despite his anger and tears, his possessiveness and wisdom, the person had moved away and he had let them go.

Nikita Makes Fashion Look Easy

Nikita Makes Fashion Look Easy

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Nikita Dutta just turned 32, and her wardrobe is proof that you can try new trends without ditching your comfort zone.

Rajinikanth's Love Affair With Bollywood

Rajinikanth's Love Affair With Bollywood

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Rajinikanth may have made his last Hindi film two decades ago but he can still set the screen alight, blazing away with a gun that has dozens of barrels. As Thalaiva turns 75 on December 12, Dinesh Raheja looks back at his 17 year journey in Hindi cinema.

Small Cars Get Big Relief in New Fuel Efficiency Norms

Small Cars Get Big Relief in New Fuel Efficiency Norms

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Maruti Suzuki, India's largest producer of small cars, stands to benefit the most.

The 7-Seater That Just Killed Range Anxiety & High Cost

The 7-Seater That Just Killed Range Anxiety & High Cost

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

The Mahindra XEV 9S isn't a sports car, it is a luxury family room on wheels. It prioritises comfort, tech, and ease of driving over corner-carving precision, says Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

Fuel efficiency norms allow carmakers to pool with others

Fuel efficiency norms allow carmakers to pool with others

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

The move offers flexibility in compliance but also places penalties squarely on the designated manager of such a pool.