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Seat credit system mooted for regional air route

Seat credit system mooted for regional air route

Rediff.com19 Mar 2013

This carbon credit system is expected to generate greater financial viability for regional operators.

Wenger concedes Arsenal have problems

Wenger concedes Arsenal have problems

Rediff.com4 Dec 2012

Languishing mid-table, outplayed by teams he would fully expect to beat and with fans loudly questioning his judgement, Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger concedes his side have problems but is adamant he is the man to fix them.

Air connectivity policy soon

Air connectivity policy soon

Rediff.com11 Feb 2013

Limited monopoly period to airline bidding for least subsidy to connect any of 80 Tier-III cities.

Messi strikes twice in empty Nou Camp

Messi strikes twice in empty Nou Camp

Rediff.com1 Oct 2017

Barcelona's Lionel Messi scored twice in a 3-0 win over Las Palmas in a match played without fans following clashes between police and voters in Catalonia over a disputed independence referendum.

India hurtling towards chaos and uncertainty

India hurtling towards chaos and uncertainty

Rediff.com21 Aug 2012

Only a strong and sustained leadership can only bring it back from the brink, says Pramod Kumar Buravalli.

'Israel PM ordered preparations for Iran attack in 2010'

'Israel PM ordered preparations for Iran attack in 2010'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2012

Israel's hawkish Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had ordered security forces to prepare for an attack on Iran's nuclear facilities in 2010, but his military chief and top spy refused to follow orders, calling the move "illegal" and akin to "stealing a war".

K'taka action against Marathi daily 'Talibani': Thackeray

K'taka action against Marathi daily 'Talibani': Thackeray

Rediff.com26 Jul 2012

The action by Karnataka Legislative Assembly against Belgaum-based Marathi daily 'Tarun Bharat' for giving voice to atrocities on Marathi populace there is akin to what the Taliban do, Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray said on Thursday.

The story Rediff scooped: How our elite force was stumped

The story Rediff scooped: How our elite force was stumped

Rediff.com4 Apr 2012

Another fallout of the Para Brigade's exercise was the realisation that thick, unrelenting fog in North India could actually create an unforeseen obstacle for the movement of India's mechanised forces -- most of India's armour strength is located in the north Indian states -- in case they need to mobilise at short notice. So, some elements of armoured forces were also moved around in winter months to understand real-time problems they may encounter because of fog and traffic

No more parties for me!

No more parties for me!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

'Two hours to reach somebody's home seems a bit much for food you could just as easily order at home. Without having to talk to strangers. Or pretend to be having a good time. Or dreading a hangover,' sighs Kishore Singh.

India's paratroopers meet their match in fog, traffic

India's paratroopers meet their match in fog, traffic

Rediff.com13 Mar 2012

Another fallout of the Para Brigade's exercise was the realisation that thick, unrelenting fog in North India could actually create an unforeseen obstacle for the movement of India's mechanised forces -- most of India's armour strength is located in the north Indian states -- in case they need to mobilise at short notice. So, some elements of armoured forces were also moved around in winter months to understand real-time problems they may encounter because of fog and traffic

The BEST and WORST of 2020

The BEST and WORST of 2020

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

Mediums may change, formats may alter but one thing remains constant -- audience making their likes and dislikes abundantly clear.

Infrastructure's biggest enemy? The government

Infrastructure's biggest enemy? The government

Rediff.com8 Jun 2012

Ask any infrastructure developer and he will tell you that the biggest risk factor is the government itself.

Coalgate: BJP rejects Chidambaram's zero-loss theory

Coalgate: BJP rejects Chidambaram's zero-loss theory

Rediff.com24 Aug 2012

Rejecting Finance Minister P Chidambaram's zero-loss theory in coal allocation scam because no mining was done, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday said his view was akin to Telecom Minister Kapil Sibal's repudiation of CAG's estimation of presumptive loss in allocation of 2G spectrum.

Assam violence brings illegal migration back in focus

Assam violence brings illegal migration back in focus

Rediff.com9 Aug 2012

The violence in lower Assam has once again brought to the fore the problem of illegal migration and its impact on the socio-economic situation in the state, which had witnessed prolonged unrest on the explosive issue back in the 80s.

Boy alleges he was made to drink urine:3 teachers arrested

Boy alleges he was made to drink urine:3 teachers arrested

Rediff.com21 Jul 2012

In an incident akin to the recent Santiniketan case, a 14-year-old school student was allegedly forced to drink his urine by three teachers who were arrested on Saturday on the charge of beating him up.

Now, prosecution of tax evaders made easier

Now, prosecution of tax evaders made easier

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

A senior finance ministry official said on Tuesday the proposed change in the Finance Bill, 2012, would broaden the definition of commissioner.

Gadkari's mega plan to woo investors

Gadkari's mega plan to woo investors

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

Gadkari said the NHAI was working on setting up an InvIT to monetise its projects for mobilising resources through capital markets.

A pizza that costs Rs 10,000!

A pizza that costs Rs 10,000!

Rediff.com3 Sep 2012

It's called the High Life, and is the most expensive item on the menu booklet -- a wood-oven-baked pizza with Canadian lobster and thyme-scented mascarpone, finished with 28 grams of caviar.

Swiss not on Easy Street but headed in right direction

Swiss not on Easy Street but headed in right direction

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

Switzerland may not be on the World Cup Easy Street after a draw with mighty Brazil but coach Vladimir Petkovic said on Thursday he believes his team is headed down the right avenue as they prepare to face Serbia in a Group E clash.

Dominant stand in US: 'Pak behaving like rogue state'

Dominant stand in US: 'Pak behaving like rogue state'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2012

There are two perspectives in the United States government vis-a-vis the imbroglio in South Asia, one of which holds that the problem really is about India-Pakistan relations, and the other is that it's all due to Pakistan's behaviour akin to that of a rogue state.

UNFORGETTABLE Opening Movie Scenes

UNFORGETTABLE Opening Movie Scenes

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

Sukanya Verma offers some amazing opening scenes in Hindi films that fuels an excitement for what happens next.

Anand loses to Caruana in Norway Chess

Anand loses to Caruana in Norway Chess

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

After jumping to joint lead following a crushing victory over Maxime Vachier-Lagrave of France, Anand could not repeat the magic and Caruana deserved all the credit for taking chances.

Volkswagen could use bank-style clawback of CEO pay

Volkswagen could use bank-style clawback of CEO pay

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

VW kept set aside 6.5 billion euros just to cover the potential costs of recalling and fixing the affected cars.

Nirav Modi in custody, next hearing via video on Jan 2

Nirav Modi in custody, next hearing via video on Jan 2

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

Modi appeared for his regular 28-day "call-over" appearance from London's Wandsworth prison at Westminster magistrates' court, where judge Gareth Branston reconfirmed that his extradition trial will begin on May 11 next year and will last five days.

What consolidation of telcos mean for the customers

What consolidation of telcos mean for the customers

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

The Indian market is more in sync with mobile markets of advanced countries like the UK, Japan, and South Korea, where there are fewer players - three to four.

Now, using credit and debit cards will COST you LESS

Now, using credit and debit cards will COST you LESS

Rediff.com9 Apr 2012

Move over Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Here's an indigenous, cheaper alternative that will not only benefit Indian banks but Indian who use debit cards and credit cards to make payments.

COVID-19 crisis: How housing societies act tough

COVID-19 crisis: How housing societies act tough

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

Many associations of urban dwellers across the country are assuming powers they do not possess and behaving like tinpot dictators, says Shuma Raha.

Taish review

Taish review

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

Bejoy Nambiar's gripping slice-of-mess about things spiraling out of control find an expression in a striking ensemble and volatile scenery, notes Sukanya Verma.

PHOTOS: Spain march on as Irish sing in rain

PHOTOS: Spain march on as Irish sing in rain

Rediff.com15 Jun 2012

Not even a mucky night more akin to November in Dublin or the will of 20,000 passionate green-shirted fans could hide the gulf in class as Fernando Torres scored twice to ease holders Spain to a 4-0 win over Ireland at Euro 2012 on Thursday.

CB Series catastrophe: Blame it on these big guns!

CB Series catastrophe: Blame it on these big guns!

Rediff.com5 Mar 2012

Bikash Mohapatra singles out at a few players whose performance, rather lack of it, cost India the title.

Decoding Twilight hottie Robert Pattinson

Decoding Twilight hottie Robert Pattinson

Rediff.com24 Nov 2011

The gorgeous looking vampire from The Twilight series is a heartthrob for millions.

BJP govt responsible for coronavirus crisis: Kamal Nath

BJP govt responsible for coronavirus crisis: Kamal Nath

Rediff.com12 Apr 2020

He alleged that the people of Madhya Pradesh were 'befooled' by the saffron party as there was no council of ministers or a health or home minister in place in the state amid the crisis due to the coronavirus outbreak.

How Joko won -- and Modi could too

How Joko won -- and Modi could too

Rediff.com19 Apr 2019

'Joko's re-election bid has been as tough as Modi's.' 'But in a curious reversal of roles, what Joko faced was a platform somewhat akin to Modi has chosen for himself to woo voters,' notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Auctioning of flying rights gets foreign ministry backing

Auctioning of flying rights gets foreign ministry backing

Rediff.com5 May 2016

Incumbent airlines oppose the proposal.

'I have never believed in Gandhiji's doctrine of Non-Violence'

'I have never believed in Gandhiji's doctrine of Non-Violence'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

'Absolute non-violence is not only sinful, but immoral.' 'This doctrine of non-violence benumbed the revolutionary fervor, softened the limbs and hearts of the Hindus, and stiffened the bones of enemies.' A revealing excerpt from Vikram Sampath's Savarkar (Part 2): A Contested Legacy, 1924-1966.

'He taught us with the help of gramophone records'

'He taught us with the help of gramophone records'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2011

What's the best advice you received from your teacher?

Govt relaxes norms for filing accounts

Govt relaxes norms for filing accounts

Rediff.com9 Feb 2011

Corporate affairs minister Murli Deora has supported the recommendations of the Parliamentary standing committee to make spending under corporate social responsibility (CSR) mandatory under the proposed Companies Bill. Pending the Bill, the minister also announced a slew of measures to simplify procedures akin to the licence raj.

How DMK's Bharat Mata temple flummoxed the BJP

How DMK's Bharat Mata temple flummoxed the BJP

Rediff.com6 Aug 2021

Chief Minister Stalin seems to have drawn a line between his personal beliefs and those of others in the family, beginning with wife Durga Stalin, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

The Made in China Review

The Made in China Review

Rediff.com25 Oct 2019

Made In China is puerile, flimsy film-making, sighs Sukanya Verma.

Aus Open: Nadal edges Federer in Melbourne thriller

Aus Open: Nadal edges Federer in Melbourne thriller

Rediff.com26 Jan 2012

Rafa Nadal came from behind to topple great rival Roger Federer 6-7, 6-2, 7-6, 6-4 on Thursday in an enthralling Australian Open semi-final of the highest quality.