News for '-eco'

'Wearing a hat makes your look feel more complete'

'Wearing a hat makes your look feel more complete'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

Designer Namrata Lodha has been winning hearts with her sustainable hats.

I follow my father's footsteps: Rohan Marley

I follow my father's footsteps: Rohan Marley

Rediff.com22 Mar 2013

Rohan Marley, son of one of music's great legends Bob Marley, talks about his new brand of audio products, his trip to India and the Marley legacy.

The Rs 5.96 lakh Mahindra electric car 'e2o'

The Rs 5.96 lakh Mahindra electric car 'e2o'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2013

The group also said it has plans to extend the electric mobility technology to its two-wheelers, while seeking support from the central government for pushing eco-friendly vehicles.

Sales slide fails to pause Ford plans

Sales slide fails to pause Ford plans

Rediff.com17 Mar 2013

Even as it is struggling to run its existing plants at half their capacity, due to dwindling sales, Ford India is pressing ahead with its Rs 4,000-crore vehicle and engine plant in Gujarat.

PIX: Vivek Oberoi, Shilpa, Arjun celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi

PIX: Vivek Oberoi, Shilpa, Arjun celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi

Rediff.com18 Sep 2015

Welcoming Ganpati home, Bollywood style!

She lost leg after being thrown off train; now scaled Everest

She lost leg after being thrown off train; now scaled Everest

Rediff.com21 May 2013

Arunima Sinha, a former national level volleyball player, who had lost her right leg after thrown off a moving train by some hoodlums, created history on Tuesday by becoming the first Indian amputee to conquer Mount Everest.

Pressure mounts on players to make move on wages; Cagliari to go without one month's wages

Pressure mounts on players to make move on wages; Cagliari to go without one month's wages

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

The Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) are in talks with the Premier League over how best to deal with the current suspension of competition, but the moves by some clubs to use the government's furlough scheme has prompted sharp criticism.

India eyes 60% share of global ship recycling biz

India eyes 60% share of global ship recycling biz

Rediff.com25 Dec 2019

Currently, India recycles around 300 of the 1,000 ships which are demolished per annum globally. However, countries like Japan, Europe and the US were not sending their ships for recycling to India in the absence of ratification of a global convention. That scenario is set to change with the Recycling of Ships Act, 2019.

Kerala firm gets Gates Foundation grant for 'e-toilet'

Kerala firm gets Gates Foundation grant for 'e-toilet'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2012

Thiruvananthapuram-based Eram Scientific Solutions Private Limited was awarded the grant as part of the foundation's second round of 'Reinvent the Toilet Challenge' grants totalling nearly $3.4 million.

Meet Taigun, Volkswagen's mini SUV

Meet Taigun, Volkswagen's mini SUV

Rediff.com31 Oct 2012

The VW Taigun made its world premiere in Brazil, and is perhaps a Volkswagen Golf, in emerging markets.

Clean Ganga project has a long way to go

Clean Ganga project has a long way to go

Rediff.com5 Jun 2021

'There will always be hiccups given that the Namami Gange programme is spread over different sectors and involves several agencies.'

Highlights from PM Modi's I-Day speech

Highlights from PM Modi's I-Day speech

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

The prime minister touched upon many issues including scrapping of Article 370, triple talaq and many more.

Banking the unbanked: Pvt banks join the rush

Banking the unbanked: Pvt banks join the rush

Rediff.com30 Dec 2012

It was merely an obligation in the past, but financial inclusion has now turned into a big business opportunity for private banks.

FDI does not benefit any country: Madhav Gadgil

FDI does not benefit any country: Madhav Gadgil

Rediff.com27 Jul 2012

"FDI doesn't benefit any country; these investors are exploiting us," Says Madhav Gadgil.

10 most transparent companies in the world

10 most transparent companies in the world

Rediff.com12 Jul 2012

Transparency International has studied most open companies in the world.

24-hr markets, quality education: AAP releases manifesto

24-hr markets, quality education: AAP releases manifesto

Rediff.com5 Feb 2020

AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal also challenged the BJP to announce its chief ministerial candidate by 1 pm Wednesday and said he is ready for a public debate with him.

Mahindra KUV100 is an attractive compact SUV

Mahindra KUV100 is an attractive compact SUV

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

The Mahindra KUV100 offers a young design language with lots of urban appeal at a compelling price tag.

Goa govt wants farmers to chant Vedic mantra for good crop

Goa govt wants farmers to chant Vedic mantra for good crop

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

The state government has started advising farmers to adopt 'cosmic farming' in which they need to chant 'Vedic mantra' for 20 days in the farm for better quality and quantity of their crop.

Trending: Urban Indian homes want rustic look!

Trending: Urban Indian homes want rustic look!

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

Creating the rustic look is expensive, but low maintenance costs and the element of timelessness make it a great bargain for the urban dweller, says Namrata Kohli.

A peek into the New Ford Figo Hatchback

A peek into the New Ford Figo Hatchback

Rediff.com30 Jan 2015

Figo will be powered by a 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine.

Maruti Vitara Brezza petrol coming soon!

Maruti Vitara Brezza petrol coming soon!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

This will compete with Ford Ecosport petrol

Mercedes-Benz GLC: Glamour meets comfort

Mercedes-Benz GLC: Glamour meets comfort

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

The Mercedes-Benz GLC 220 d 4Matic is both sporty and luxurious

8 out of every 10 Chinese want political reforms: Survey

8 out of every 10 Chinese want political reforms: Survey

Rediff.com7 Nov 2012

Most Chinese want political reforms, according to a new survey ahead of the once-a-decade leadership transition in the Communist nation, highlighting the yearning for change among the country's 1.2 billion population.

Colour me green' is India Inc's mantra this environment day

Colour me green' is India Inc's mantra this environment day

Rediff.com5 Jun 2012

With the hype and hoopla, created around the World Environment Day (June 5), many companies across categories -- hospitality, consumer goods, apparel and even cosmetics -- are trying to make the most of the occasion.

The stunning Chevrolet Corvette is here!

The stunning Chevrolet Corvette is here!

Rediff.com3 Feb 2016

General Motors steals the show at the Auto Expo 2016 with an impressive line up.

Mercedes launches A-Class compact at Rs 21.9 lakh

Mercedes launches A-Class compact at Rs 21.9 lakh

Rediff.com30 May 2013

The diesel variant is priced lower than the petrol at Rs 22.73 lakh.

Readers' PHOTOS: Beautiful Ganpatis from California to Delhi

Readers' PHOTOS: Beautiful Ganpatis from California to Delhi

Rediff.com23 Sep 2015

We had asked our readers to send us photos of their Ganesha. We received many entries, some of which are being showcased here.

Beautiful Ganpatis from London to Pune

Beautiful Ganpatis from London to Pune

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

We had asked our readers to mail us photos of their Ganesha. We received many entries, some of which are being showcased here.

11 stunning photos by readers of their beloved Bappa

11 stunning photos by readers of their beloved Bappa

Rediff.com18 Sep 2015

We had asked our readers to mail us photos of their Ganesha. We received many entries, some of which are being showcased here.

IMAGES: Kanjeevarams are now high couture!

IMAGES: Kanjeevarams are now high couture!

Rediff.com5 Aug 2012

Designer Gaurang Shah revived '50s and '60s Indian glamour with Kanjeevarams featuring classic kalamkari work at the LFW.

New OECD rule to allow easy exchange of tax info

New OECD rule to allow easy exchange of tax info

Rediff.com18 Jul 2012

In a major boost to combat the menace of black money across the world, top financial body OECD has amended its rules on obtaining classified tax information by partner countries.

Hyundai Creta will certainly get your heartbeats racing

Hyundai Creta will certainly get your heartbeats racing

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

With its fluidic design, Santa Fe looks and powerful engine under the hood, Hyundai Creta is quite an interesting SUV

Carmakers get pricing wrong as models crowd market

Carmakers get pricing wrong as models crowd market

Rediff.com14 Sep 2016

The first major pricing error was made by market leader Maruti Suzuki when it launched its first crossover the S Cross

Readers' Ganpati pics: From London to Dadar

Readers' Ganpati pics: From London to Dadar

Rediff.com16 Sep 2010

Readers' Ganpati pics: From California to Pune

Tata Nexon is indeed a value-for-money car

Tata Nexon is indeed a value-for-money car

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

The addition of the AMT will draw in a considerable number of customers because a lot of people want an automatic with ever-increasing traffic and since Tata is offering the AMT with both petrol and diesel engines, it makes good sense for customers to consider this compact SUV.

Donald, Melania Trump visit Taj Mahal

Donald, Melania Trump visit Taj Mahal

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

US President Trump and the First Lady held hands as they strolled at the Taj complex and later wrote in the visitors' book. They were also briefed about the history and importance of the monument.

Will you buy 1 lakh rakhis for India's soldiers?

Will you buy 1 lakh rakhis for India's soldiers?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2020

And, in turn, help 1,000 artisans earn Rs 5,000 at a time when they are struggling to cope with financial hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic.

RBI seeks cyber security experts for IT arm

RBI seeks cyber security experts for IT arm

Rediff.com19 Jan 2017

The cell was formed after attacks on the Bangladesh central bank by international hacker groups siphoned off millions of dollars.

Modi, Oli inaugurate South Asia's first cross-border oil pipeline

Modi, Oli inaugurate South Asia's first cross-border oil pipeline

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

As of now, tankers carry petroleum products from India to Nepal as part of an arrangement which is in place since 1973.

Large hotel chains cut use of PET bottles

Large hotel chains cut use of PET bottles

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

Large chains like the Marriott and Taj that are estimated to consume two million plastic bottles a year have taken a conscious decision to first eliminate PET bottles on their premises and then reduce the use of single-use plastic altogether, saying they are all for a sustainably environment-friendly tomorrow.