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Want to live away from the metros? Goa is the place for you

Want to live away from the metros? Goa is the place for you

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

'Goa is about community living, but blending in takes time.'

Remembering Charles Correa and his 'breathing' buildings

Remembering Charles Correa and his 'breathing' buildings

Rediff.com27 Jun 2015

India's foremost architect and town planner was renowned as much for his 'breathing' spaces as for his irascible personality

Test debut for Indore; Kolkata & Kanpur to host NZ Tests

Test debut for Indore; Kolkata & Kanpur to host NZ Tests

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

Indore is set to host its first-ever Test during the three-match series against New Zealand in September-October as India's top cricketers, in a unique way, on Tuesday, announced the full schedule of the tour that will kick start the team's home season.

The fashion nomads are here!

The fashion nomads are here!

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

Fashion pop-up stores are all the rage with emerging designers who don't have the resources for standalone showrooms

Pune plans Rs 6,500 crore makeover

Pune plans Rs 6,500 crore makeover

Rediff.com1 Nov 2006

A democrat view of GOP convention

A democrat view of GOP convention

Rediff.com1 Sep 2004

Why India must take care of its farmers

Why India must take care of its farmers

Rediff.com20 Jan 2018

'I sighed, wondering what we'd eat if all farmers took jobs in the city and all their fields degenerated into land for sale,' notes Geetanjali Krishna.

Eviction drive in Kolkata called off

Eviction drive in Kolkata called off

Rediff.com2 Mar 2005

The government decided to call off the operation as the slum dwellers put up a strong resistance, with women and children in the forefront of the agitation.

Palampur: A hill station in danger

Palampur: A hill station in danger

Rediff.com12 Jul 2004

Nestled in the foothills of the Dhauladhar range, the town in Himachal Pradesh is the ideal retreat for individuals seeking an escape from the ills of city life.

Delhi Metro's 'driver-less' trains hit the track

Delhi Metro's 'driver-less' trains hit the track

Rediff.com17 May 2016

The trial run of Delhi Metro's swanky new 'driver-less' trains began on Tuesday, setting the ball rolling on what promises to be a technological feat in the country's public transport system in little more than a year, when they will run on 'unattended' mode.

Daily wage workers battle for survival in COVID-19 days

Daily wage workers battle for survival in COVID-19 days

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

India has been put in lockdown to halt the spread of the coronavirus outbreak. People have been told to stay indoors, but for many daily-wage earners this is not an option.

PHOTOS: Amazing moments of the week gone by

PHOTOS: Amazing moments of the week gone by

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

Catch up on all the stunning images that made the headlines last week

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in!

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

This week's collection of unbelievably unusual images from across the world

The groom looked elegant, the bride fabulous

The groom looked elegant, the bride fabulous

Rediff.com16 Feb 2005

A first look at their wedding reception!

CBI files 2nd chargesheet in Saradha case

CBI files 2nd chargesheet in Saradha case

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

The chargesheet had been filed under sections 120b, 409 and 420 of IPC (criminal conspiracy, criminal breach of trust and cheating) and also under sections four and six of Prize, Chit and Money Circulation Schemes (Banning) Act 1978.

'We waste water in the most trivial ways'

'We waste water in the most trivial ways'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

'You can have a bath in just one bucket of water.' 'When you are brushing your teeth, remember to turn off the tap.' 'You don't have to wash your car every day.'

6 night markets in Asia waiting to be explored

6 night markets in Asia waiting to be explored

Rediff.com20 Apr 2018

These Asian markets will offer you a cracking night out!

Ganguly's fitness test on Friday

Ganguly's fitness test on Friday

Rediff.com11 Nov 2004

India's skipper appeared in good shape as he trained at the Eden Gardens on Thursday.

Ahmedabad posts highest mall vacancy for Q3 2013

Ahmedabad posts highest mall vacancy for Q3 2013

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

Despite stable rental values, Ahmedabad registered the highest mall vacancy of 28.70 per cent for the third quarter of calendar year 2013 among the top eight cities.

Police find tennis star Venus Williams at fault in fatal car crash

Police find tennis star Venus Williams at fault in fatal car crash

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

Venus Williams, the world's former top-ranked tennis player, was the driver at fault in a two-car crash in Florida on June 9 that killed a passenger in the other vehicle, according to the initial police report on the incident released on Thursday.

Arunachal: Where Elephants Roam at 10,000 feet

Arunachal: Where Elephants Roam at 10,000 feet

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

'This is the only place on earth where Elephas maximus climbs to these heights.'

Trump calls protests against him 'Very Unfair'

Trump calls protests against him 'Very Unfair'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2016

Fresh protests erupted in several United States cities for a second night as coast to coast demonstrations witnessed thousands of people filling the streets, including at the White House and outside Trump's properties.

Top 10 fine dine restaurants in India

Top 10 fine dine restaurants in India

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

TripAdvisor released its list of Best Fine Dinning restaurants in India. Read on to find out which restaurants made the cut...

Shami grilled for 3 hours by Kolkata Police

Shami grilled for 3 hours by Kolkata Police

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

India pacer Mohammed Shami on Wednesday got a temporary relief from Kolkata Police to join his Indian Premier League franchise Delhi Daredevils following a three-hour interrogation in Kolkata.

Japan's cherry blossoms take our breath away

Japan's cherry blossoms take our breath away

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

The flowers are a national symbol of Japan, and the annual display draws huge crowds -- and the attention of social media users.

Crowds, posters and tears: Emotions run high at AIADMK's meet

Crowds, posters and tears: Emotions run high at AIADMK's meet

Rediff.com29 Dec 2016

A Ganesh Nadar captures the mood and scenes from outside the hall in Vaanagaram where Sasikala was appointed as the new party chief.

The beautiful mind of Balkrishna Doshi, who won architecture's Nobel Prize

The beautiful mind of Balkrishna Doshi, who won architecture's Nobel Prize

Rediff.com16 Mar 2018

He designed some of India's most iconic buildings.

Indians in UAE looking forward to Modi's speech

Indians in UAE looking forward to Modi's speech

Rediff.com16 Aug 2015

The Indian community in the UAE is eagerly waiting to hear and cheer Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a Madison Square-like event in Abu Dhabi on Monday that is expected to draw over 50,000 people.

Activists take to 'Gandhigiri' to fight for Mumbai's open spaces

Activists take to 'Gandhigiri' to fight for Mumbai's open spaces

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

'If enough of us take up the issue with their elected representatives, politicians will get the message.'

Restriction on sound, fireworks cost Mumbai IPl final

Restriction on sound, fireworks cost Mumbai IPl final

Rediff.com22 May 2014

Indian Premier League chairman Ranjib Biswal clarified on Thursday that sound and fireworks restriction in Mumbai was just one of the many reasons to shift the final from the commercial capital to Bangalore. The Mumbai police has a regulation about sound permission till 10 pm and hosting the closing ceremony without a sound and light show would not have been possible.

Grim glimpses of what Srinagar is like today

Grim glimpses of what Srinagar is like today

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

Once famous for its gardens and flowers, a still submerged Srinagar city now presents a grim and nauseating picture of the destruction caused by floods.

Delhi govt to prevent e-rickshaw cartel: Gopal Rai

Delhi govt to prevent e-rickshaw cartel: Gopal Rai

Rediff.com20 Feb 2015

In a bid to avoid the emergence of an e-rickshaw cartel on the line of the 'auto mafia', Delhi government has decided to adopt a policy that will prevent a person from owning more than one rickshaw.

Now, DJ Guetta's Mumbai concert cancelled

Now, DJ Guetta's Mumbai concert cancelled

Rediff.com13 Jan 2017

Cops say the organisers Sunburn did not complete the 'mandatory requirements and legal formalities'.

National Geographic wants you to visit Hyderabad!

National Geographic wants you to visit Hyderabad!

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

The National Geographic Traveler magazine has released its go-now destinations for 2015. And apna Hyderabad is on it!

What made the Oscars SO DIFFERENT this year

What made the Oscars SO DIFFERENT this year

Rediff.com26 Feb 2019

The 91st Annual Academy Awards was anything but boring, feels Aseem Chhabra.

Trump accepts Republican nomination for second term

Trump accepts Republican nomination for second term

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

Trump, 74, in his acceptance speech from the South Lawns of the White House amidst cheers from his supporters on Thursday night, said: "My fellow Americans, tonight, with a heart full of gratitude and boundless optimism, I proudly accept this nomination for President of the United States".

DON'T MISS: It's an ODD world out there!

DON'T MISS: It's an ODD world out there!

Rediff.com6 Nov 2014

Here's your weekly digest of photographs that prove that it's a mad, mad, mad world!

36 US lawmakers to attend Modi's MSG event

36 US lawmakers to attend Modi's MSG event

Rediff.com27 Sep 2014

South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, US Senators Robert Menendez and Cory Booker from New Jersey and US Congressmen Steny Hoyer (Maryland), Ami Bera and Ed Royce (California) Elliott Engel, Joe Crowley, Nita Lowey, Carolyn Maloney, Jerald Nadler (New York), Frank Pallone (New Jersey), Tulsi Gabbard (Hawaii) Sheila Jackson Lee (Texas) Joe Wilson (South Carolina) and Jim McDermott (Washington) are among those confirmed their attendance.

ISIS opens 5-star hotel for jihadist commanders in Iraq

ISIS opens 5-star hotel for jihadist commanders in Iraq

Rediff.com6 May 2015

Dreaded Islamic State terror group has purportedly opened its own 5-star hotel complete with 262 rooms, restaurants, ballrooms and gym in Iraq's Mosul city for its Jihadist commanders, according to a media report.

The Quorum: Are you invited?

The Quorum: Are you invited?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

Veer Arjun Singh visits Quorum, an upscale club in an equally upscale setting in Gurugram, and comes away impressed.