RAJESH KARKERA,SAISURESH SIVASWAMY

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All-new Duster 1.3L has the same heart as Mercedes A-Class!

All-new Duster 1.3L has the same heart as Mercedes A-Class!

Rediff.com   29 Sep 2020

At the heart of the Duster 1.3 Turbo X-Tronic is a turbocharged engine paired to a 7-speed CVT, the same engine that also powers the Mercedes A-Class, CLA and GLA-Class entry-level models! Now if only Renault had put some thought into the all-new Duster's interiors and driver comfort as they did in the engine... Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com test-drives the old beast with a new heart.

Want the first All-New Thar? You can now bid for it!

Want the first All-New Thar? You can now bid for it!

Rediff.com   26 Sep 2020

The bid amount will go towards three charities -- Naandi Foundation, Swades Foundation and PM-CARES -- with Mahindra contributing a matching amount, reports Rajesh Karkera.

Is this Saif's Ravan look?

Is this Saif's Ravan look?

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2020

Will Saif play Ravan with 10 heads?

Skoda introduces its first all-electric SUV

Skoda introduces its first all-electric SUV

Rediff.com   3 Sep 2020

With two drive options, three battery options and a design selection option, the Enyaq promises to tick all the boxes.

SEE: Test-driving the Renault Triber 7-seater AMT

SEE: Test-driving the Renault Triber 7-seater AMT

Rediff.com   27 Aug 2020

Rajesh Karkera test-drives the Renault Triber AMT, a 7-seater for the easy rider in you.

WATCH: Moonlight, when dreams come true

WATCH: Moonlight, when dreams come true

Rediff.com   26 Aug 2020

Abhishek Sharma, lead singer of the Delhi-based indie-rock band, AaGROH, and film-maker Swati Vishnoi got together virtually to create a video inspired by the lockdown.

Congress is Gandhis, Gandhis are the Congress

Congress is Gandhis, Gandhis are the Congress

Rediff.com   25 Aug 2020

'In spirit, and more importantly in its DNA, this is the Congress Inc, or Incorporated, a family-run entity,' notes Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

First Drive: The New Gen Thar

First Drive: The New Gen Thar

Rediff.com   18 Aug 2020

A blend of traditional as well as contemporary features, the All-New Thar exceeds expectations by far, says Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

First Look: The unveiling of the All New Thar

First Look: The unveiling of the All New Thar

Rediff.com   15 Aug 2020

The keenly-awaited Mahindra Thar 2020 was finally unveiled on August 15, 2020. Here are the first images of one of the finest off-roaders!

Lockdown diaries: The view from my window

Lockdown diaries: The view from my window

Rediff.com   12 Aug 2020

Amazing views outside my window which I had never noticed until I was forced into quarantine at home!

The Mahindra Thar: Beauty and the beast

The Mahindra Thar: Beauty and the beast

Rediff.com   12 Aug 2020

As Mahindra readies to unveil its latest version of the Jeep that is so beloved of adventure enthusiasts, the urban crowd as well as the countryside, Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com traces the vehicle's journey through the decades.

Ram temple crowns Modi as first Hindu Hriday Samrat

Ram temple crowns Modi as first Hindu Hriday Samrat

Rediff.com   4 Aug 2020

By all yardsticks 2024 isn't expected to be like 2014 or 2019. But with the mandir expected to be ready in time for the next Lok Sabha polls, Modi will have a new ally in Ram to see him through, observes Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

Can a t-shirt really save the Earth?

Can a t-shirt really save the Earth?

Rediff.com   3 Aug 2020

30 Indian designers have come together for Duniya, a unique t-shirt project.

When your son is COVID-19 positive

When your son is COVID-19 positive

Rediff.com   21 Jul 2020

'Most important were the breathing exercises -- whatever way you like.' 'Pranayam or just deep breathing...' 'Breathing is very, very, very, very, very, very important.'

'When the time comes, nothing will stop you from achieving what you deserve'

'When the time comes, nothing will stop you from achieving what you deserve'

Rediff.com   30 Jun 2020

'I see a lot of potential in new singers.' 'But the thing is, there is a lot of hard work.'

'My advice has always been: Don't rush'

'My advice has always been: Don't rush'

Rediff.com   25 Jun 2020

'Everyone wants to achieve everything very quickly.' 'Parents want to see their kids become stars overnight.' 'Kids want to be a sensation on social media.' 'Everyone is constantly in a race.'

SEE: How to make Bhindi Fry

SEE: How to make Bhindi Fry

Rediff.com   12 Jun 2020

Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera shares a simple recipe for beginners!

Mumbai: After the lockdown

Mumbai: After the lockdown

Rediff.com   22 Mar 2020

Scenes from a deserted Mumbai, something that most of us have never seen.

SEE: 6 Questions with Ajinkya Rahane!

SEE: 6 Questions with Ajinkya Rahane!

Rediff.com   12 Mar 2020

Watch 'Jinks' Rahane in action!

With new GLC Coupe, Mercedes makes it 4 launches in 4 months

With new GLC Coupe, Mercedes makes it 4 launches in 4 months

Rediff.com   4 Mar 2020

Equipped with the ' Mercedes Me' connect feature which makes this one too a connected car, this is the 10th 'Made in India' product from Mercedes and comes in two engine variants. The 300d 4MATIC diesel and the 300 4MATIC petrol, both BS VI versions. The diesel is an in-line 4-cylinder engine that churns out 245 hp power and 500 Nm of peak torque, and can do a 0-100 km/h in 6.6 seconds, while the GLC 300 Coup in-line petrol engine produces 258 hp and 370 Nm of torque and can do 0-100km/h in just 6.3 seconds!