Hitesh Harisinghani, Rajesh Karkera, Nikhil Lakshman

Stories by Hitesh Harisinghani, Rajesh Karkera, Nikhil Lakshman

A Legend Reborn: Tata Sierra 2.0 Unveiled

A Legend Reborn: Tata Sierra 2.0 Unveiled

Rediff.com   17 Nov 2025

All eyes are now on November 25, when all the specs, varians and pricing will be made known.

Harmanpreet Stole Our Hearts; 'Haute Horror' Didn't

Harmanpreet Stole Our Hearts; 'Haute Horror' Didn't

Rediff.com   17 Nov 2025

Harmanpreet Kaur was the shining star in an otherwise bizarre show.

Mahindra XEV 9s Steps Out Of The Shadows

Mahindra XEV 9s Steps Out Of The Shadows

Rediff.com   6 Nov 2025

Mahindra has lifted the veil on this electric marvel, teasing an authentic 7-seater Electric Origin SUV that promises to redefine its segment.

A Legend Returns: My Tata Sierra Story

A Legend Returns: My Tata Sierra Story

Rediff.com   5 Nov 2025

As the Tata Sierra makes a triumphant return as a modern monocoque 5-doorOn November 15, Rajesh Karkera recalls the original SUV that defined his early adulthood.

A Day at Mumbai's Museum of Solutions

A Day at Mumbai's Museum of Solutions

Rediff.com   21 Oct 2025

MUSO is more than a museum; it is a vibrant, innovative playground that fosters curiosity.

Vroom: Where Kids Can Learn About Cars...

Vroom: Where Kids Can Learn About Cars...

Rediff.com   17 Oct 2025

Vroom, which was conceptualised by MuSo and executed in partnership with Vikram Mehta, CEO of Planet Auto, is more than a car show, it is an educational pit stop that promises to ignite a lifelong interest in engineering, mechanics, and design.

The Bolero Is Back With Lower Price, More Tech

The Bolero Is Back With Lower Price, More Tech

Rediff.com   7 Oct 2025

Mahindra makes an interesting entry into urban centres with the relaunched Mahindra Bolero, writes Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

Conqueror, Refined: Off-Roading the 2025 Mahindra Thar

Conqueror, Refined: Off-Roading the 2025 Mahindra Thar

Rediff.com   3 Oct 2025

The 2025 Redefined Thar takes that phenomenal, rugged capability and wraps it in a shell of genuine usability. Rajesh Karkera/Rediff simply cannot stop raving about the offroad civilised beast.

Mahindra's Iconic Thar Finally Gets the Polish It Deserves

Mahindra's Iconic Thar Finally Gets the Polish It Deserves

Rediff.com   3 Oct 2025

The offroad legend 2025 Mahindra Thar launched at an eye-popping Rs 9.99 lakh, writes Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

The Kia Syros HTX: Yay Or Nay?

The Kia Syros HTX: Yay Or Nay?

Rediff.com   17 Sep 2025

While the Syros shines in many areas, its ride quality is a point of contention, notes Rajesh Karkera.

'US Needs India To Keep China In Check'

'US Needs India To Keep China In Check'

Rediff.com   8 Sep 2025

'If Washington has to balance Chinese power, she will have to turn to the third biggest power in the world which is India.' 'The United States and India will have to work together in order to keep Chinese ambitions in check.'

New GST rates make sub-4m cars cheaper

New GST rates make sub-4m cars cheaper

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2025

The GST Council on Wednesday approved two slabs of 5 per cent and 18 per cent effective from September 22, the first day of Navaratri.

'New Delhi Can Hobnob With Moscow And Beijing, But...'

'New Delhi Can Hobnob With Moscow And Beijing, But...'

Rediff.com   1 Sep 2025

'...it should not delude itself into thinking that India's security or its great-power ambitions will be advanced by those partnerships.'
'Instead, what India should focus on is on riding out the next three-and-a-half years of Trump's presidency with minimal damage to itself.'

'India's Confidence In The US Is Shattered'

'India's Confidence In The US Is Shattered'

Rediff.com   1 Sep 2025

'The current strain in the relationship is serious and likely to be long lasting.' 'Even if Trump suddenly changes his attitude toward India -- which he is entirely capable of doing -- it is unlikely that New Delhi will be able to pick up the pieces and respond as if nothing has happened.'

'It Is A Tug Of War For Trump'

'It Is A Tug Of War For Trump'

Rediff.com   29 Aug 2025

'Will he be on Europe and Ukraine's side? Or will he decide that Russia is more important for America?'

'Munir's US Visits: Something Else Is Afoot'

'Munir's US Visits: Something Else Is Afoot'

Rediff.com   20 Aug 2025

'Trump has personally weighed in to overcome doubts and reservations about Pakistan among his top advisors.'

'Have Modi And Trump Fallen Out?'

'Have Modi And Trump Fallen Out?'

Rediff.com   20 Aug 2025

'We should watch -- in the near term -- for signs that the two have totally fallen out at a personal, political level.' 'Trump and Modi know how to be dealmakers, but they also know how to hold a grudge.'

A New Era of SUVs Is Coming!

A New Era of SUVs Is Coming!

Rediff.com   18 Aug 2025

Mahindras unveil four stunning, eye-popping, concept SUVs: the Vision.S, Vision.X, Vision.T, and Vision.SXT.

Why Sandeep Patil, Ravi Shastri Fell Out

Why Sandeep Patil, Ravi Shastri Fell Out

Rediff.com   18 Aug 2025

'I wanted a player of his calibre to take on one of the strongest sides in the country.' 'However, he stuck to his guns, and we had an argument.'

Mahindra Rolls Out India's Own Batmobile

Mahindra Rolls Out India's Own Batmobile

Rediff.com   16 Aug 2025

Priced at Rs 27.79 lakh (ex-showroom), the limited-edition BE 6 is expected to be a highly sought-after vehicle for collectors and fans of the iconic superhero alike.