DIVYA NAIR And RAJESH KARKERA

Stories by DIVYA NAIR And RAJESH KARKERA

How Indian Students Can Stay Safe Abroad

How Indian Students Can Stay Safe Abroad

Rediff.com   28 Mar 2024

'Be aware of your surroundings. Stay alert, stay vigilant.'

'No Men-Bashing In The Crew'

'No Men-Bashing In The Crew'

Rediff.com   18 Mar 2024

'Whenever there is a women-oriented film, people think that it will be a serious film, or there will be men-bashing. But there's nothing like that. Women can do comedy very, very well.'

TEST DRIVE: Mumbai's amazing undersea coastal road

TEST DRIVE: Mumbai's amazing undersea coastal road

Rediff.com   13 Mar 2024

Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com takes his car for a spin on Mumbai's brand-new coastal road and comes away awestruck.

'Online dating is so much work'

'Online dating is so much work'

Rediff.com   11 Mar 2024

She's a popular, cute-looking vlogger who's written a book about breakups. But what does Shenaz Treasury think about romance? The modern version of right swipe-left swipe love? And a world in which the rule of ishq have changed?

'Nothing shocks me about Indian relationships'

'Nothing shocks me about Indian relationships'

Rediff.com   11 Mar 2024

'Nobody really talks about the middle of relationships or the mundane parts... (When the end comes) we think, "Wow, this is the worst time of my life. This is horrible. It's never been worse". But actually, I feel the endings are what makes us who we are.'

Surprise Journey In The Mahindra XUV400

Surprise Journey In The Mahindra XUV400

Rediff.com   7 Mar 2024

From Mumbai to Silvassa in Daman, and back.

Will Sini Shetty Be Next Miss World?

Will Sini Shetty Be Next Miss World?

Rediff.com   28 Feb 2024

Meet Sini Shetty who will represent India at the 71st Miss World beauty pageant on March 9.

How These Twins Topped CA Exam

How These Twins Topped CA Exam

Rediff.com   16 Feb 2024

To future CA aspirants, this is what Sanskruti and Shruti Parolia would like to say: 'The journey is long and tough. Be consistent and persistent. The end result will be rewarding.'

'All Good Things Start With Ghee'

'All Good Things Start With Ghee'

Rediff.com   15 Feb 2024

'I always say you really cannot own a recipe.' 'In India, where, we have been cooking for thousands of years, how can you put a finger and say, 'This is mine'?'

From Ironman To Comedian

From Ironman To Comedian

Rediff.com   15 Feb 2024

Anu Vaidyanathan has never passed up an experience life has to offer her.

Valentine's Day Shopping With Miss India World

Valentine's Day Shopping With Miss India World

Rediff.com   14 Feb 2024

A pro at bargaining, a skill she takes great delight in, 20-year-old Femina Miss India World 2023, loves to street shop.

Vroom! Vroom! Vroom! 0 To Supercharged!

Vroom! Vroom! Vroom! 0 To Supercharged!

Rediff.com   2 Feb 2024

The ISRL Pune event was more than just a race; it was a glimpse into the future of Indian motorsports.

'A New Ayodhya Has Come Into Being'

'A New Ayodhya Has Come Into Being'

Rediff.com   25 Jan 2024

To truly understand Ayodhya's soul, Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com spoke to Ayodhya nivasis to find out how they respond to the new Ram temple in their midst, and the changes in their lives.

The Many Faces From Ayodhya

The Many Faces From Ayodhya

Rediff.com   24 Jan 2024

Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera captures the faces from Ayodhya.

'There must have been one lakh people inside Ram Mandir'

'There must have been one lakh people inside Ram Mandir'

Rediff.com   23 Jan 2024

'It was Ramji's blessing that we got darshan.'

A Temple Fit For The Prince Of Ayodhya

A Temple Fit For The Prince Of Ayodhya

Rediff.com   23 Jan 2024

The temple, you realise, is true to hype and is stunning in its beauty.
A marvel in white, it's simply eye-catching, and every inch a temple for the new India, notes Saisuresh Sivaswamy/Rediff.com after a visit to the new shrine.

Ayodhya's Cultural Shows A Hat Tip To S S Rajamouli

Ayodhya's Cultural Shows A Hat Tip To S S Rajamouli

Rediff.com   22 Jan 2024

As Ayodhya awaits its prince's return, a slew of dance programmes showcasing the cultural mosaic of India are being held across Dharmpath, in a hat tip of sorts to the Baahubali director.

Dance And Music In Ayodhya

Dance And Music In Ayodhya

Rediff.com   22 Jan 2024

From the grounds of the Ram Janmabhoomi, the Rampath, Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com captures scenes from the celebrations.

Ayodhya: Before The Gates Open

Ayodhya: Before The Gates Open

Rediff.com   21 Jan 2024

Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com captures scenes from Ayodhya hours before the pran prathishta ceremony.

Anup Jalota Will Sing New Bhajans In Ayodhya

Anup Jalota Will Sing New Bhajans In Ayodhya

Rediff.com   20 Jan 2024

The 70-year-old singer flew into Ayodhya on Friday afternoon with his crew and has a couple of performances in the city apart from attending the temple inauguration.