RAJESH KARKERA,SAISURESH SIVASWAMY

Stories by RAJESH KARKERA,SAISURESH SIVASWAMY

Compact SUVs in India now have a new worry!

Compact SUVs in India now have a new worry!

Rediff.com   14 Feb 2019

The XUV300, Mahindra's second compact SUV, is so packed with segment-firsts that it is sure to send shockwaves among competitors.

Why Modi govt's Ayodhya plea is different

Why Modi govt's Ayodhya plea is different

Rediff.com   30 Jan 2019

By pegging the exact area of the Babri Masjid site at 0.313 acres, and not the original 2.77 acres, the government hopes to be in line with the court ruling in the 1994 Ismail Faruqui case which mentions return of land to original claimants once the exact area needed for acquisition is determined, observes Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

Priyanka's sister act

Priyanka's sister act

Rediff.com   24 Jan 2019

'Having taken the first step, Priyanka will do well to remember that politics is not a part-time occupation, nor is it meant for guest appearances and cameos.' 'It can't be that come June 2019 and Priyanka goes back to her cocooned life, to re-emerge five years later because the family business is in trouble again,' says Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

'People feel ballet is not our culture'

'People feel ballet is not our culture'

Rediff.com   21 Jan 2019

Apeksha Bhattacharya has dedicated her life to popularising ballet.

WATCH! Shashi Tharoor: 'Modi is a great salesman'

WATCH! Shashi Tharoor: 'Modi is a great salesman'

Rediff.com   30 Dec 2018

'People have realised they bought into the prime minister's package and it is empty.'

Here comes M5 Electro, the electric race car from Mahindra

Here comes M5 Electro, the electric race car from Mahindra

Rediff.com   14 Dec 2018

Four years after entering Formula E racing, Mahindra comes out with a racing car designed for the e-racing circuit. Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com reports.

Modi ka Magic Chalega Kya?

Modi ka Magic Chalega Kya?

Rediff.com   11 Dec 2018

'Facing foes with a common intent is not something Modi-Shah's BJP has done before,' points out Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

With Alturas G4, Mahindra has a winner on its hands

With Alturas G4, Mahindra has a winner on its hands

Rediff.com   27 Nov 2018

The Mahindra Alturas G4, which was launched on Saturday in Jaipur, is a true-blue premium SUV combining a powerful engine, luxe interiors and a beast-like exterior, says Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

2.0 trailer warns you: Tech is out to get you

2.0 trailer warns you: Tech is out to get you

Rediff.com   3 Nov 2018

2.0 raises the bar for Indian films, taking them a step closer to Hollywood blockbusters, says Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

'This anger is now too far gone to be easily reversed'

'This anger is now too far gone to be easily reversed'

Rediff.com   29 Oct 2018

'The new generation of teenagers which has taken the forefront is largely an amorphous, leaderless mass.' 'It is extremely difficult to find a representative with whom to negotiate now, unless one turns to a militant leader.'

'Pakistan can certainly contribute to peace in Kashmir'

'Pakistan can certainly contribute to peace in Kashmir'

Rediff.com   29 Oct 2018

'...by stopping its promotion of turmoil, its aid and abetment to militancy.' 'Mr Vajpayee paved the road for peace by engaging Pakistan tirelessly while also reaching out to Kashmiri leaders and people at large.' 'Like so often in the past, this government does not have a policy. No consistency in approach.'

Nissan Kicks in with a bigger version

Nissan Kicks in with a bigger version

Rediff.com   25 Oct 2018

It was only an exterior launch, not the actual car, but what he saw left Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera hugely impressed.

Harrier, Tata's most awaited SUV, is open for booking

Harrier, Tata's most awaited SUV, is open for booking

Rediff.com   22 Oct 2018

Bookings for the head-turner are now open on the Tata Motors website, for an initial payment of Rs 35,000 (which will be reimbursed fully on cancellation, the company assures).

The Hindu Shah Bano moment is here

The Hindu Shah Bano moment is here

Rediff.com   17 Oct 2018

'Modi's power rests on the Hindu vote.' 'It is this vote bank that sees the Supreme Court verdict on Sabarimala as an intrusion into its religious practice and is frothing at the mouth.' 'History shows us the ill-fated consequences of a strong government buckling before street power,' cautions Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

This road trip is not for everyone

This road trip is not for everyone

Rediff.com   11 Oct 2018

Rajesh Karkera details how an exciting off road competition tested his motoring skills and perseverance.

Why you must try off-roading at Sakleshpur

Why you must try off-roading at Sakleshpur

Rediff.com   10 Oct 2018

78 vehicles. A scenic trail along winding tea estates and forests. And plenty of challenges along the way.

Video: When pro off-roaders took me on a thrilling ride!

Video: When pro off-roaders took me on a thrilling ride!

Rediff.com   3 Oct 2018

Watch the Auto Expo 2018 highlight.

'India will feel impact of future financial crisis more than in 2008'

'India will feel impact of future financial crisis more than in 2008'

Rediff.com   3 Oct 2018

'I can confidently say there will be another financial crisis soon enough, and probably more than one global crisis within the next century, given the increasingly integrated nature of the global economy.'

Sabarimala verdict brings a new dawn

Sabarimala verdict brings a new dawn

Rediff.com   28 Sep 2018

'What the Sabarimala majority verdict has done is to elevate the principle of equality over all others, including the right to worship, and declared that this will be the litmus test of all practices, and re-emphasise that practices that are ultra vires will be junked,' says Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

'We will erase bad Asiad memory in the World Cup'

'We will erase bad Asiad memory in the World Cup'

Rediff.com   10 Sep 2018

'Whatever happened at the Asian Games, that's a big learning curve for the players, coach and the staff.'