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Maruti Celerio: Will it be the next best-selling car?

Maruti Celerio: Will it be the next best-selling car?

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

The Maruti Celerio isn't a game changer but an average performer in many areas.

TVS Wego gets an update (and here's why it matters)

TVS Wego gets an update (and here's why it matters)

Rediff.com3 Jun 2014

The brand new Wego is all set to take on the Honda Activa-i and the recently launched Suzuki Let's. The question is, will it be able to?

ICJ to deliver verdict on Kulbhushan Jadhav today

ICJ to deliver verdict on Kulbhushan Jadhav today

Rediff.com17 Jul 2019

India based its case on two broad issues -- breach of Vienna Convention on consular access and the process of resolution.

'Rural India spends much more than urban India'

'Rural India spends much more than urban India'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2013

Since 2000, per capita GDP has grown faster in India's rural areas than in its urban centres. Rural incomes are growing, and consumers are buying discretionary goods and lifestyle products, including mobile phones, television sets and two-wheelers, says Sanjay Dawar, MD, Management Consulting, Accenture, India.

'Rural India spends much more than urban India'

'Rural India spends much more than urban India'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2013

Since 2000, per capita GDP has grown faster in India's rural areas than in its urban centres. Rural incomes are growing, and consumers are buying discretionary goods and lifestyle products, including mobile phones, television sets and two-wheelers, says Sanjay Dawar, MD, Management Consulting, Accenture, India.

Royal Enfield Continental GT: Go retro!

Royal Enfield Continental GT: Go retro!

Rediff.com29 Jan 2014

Available at Rs 2.14 lakh in Mumbai, Continental GT looks like a million bucks thanks to its retro design

Target: Ajit Singh's vote-bank. Result: Muzaffarnagar riots

Target: Ajit Singh's vote-bank. Result: Muzaffarnagar riots

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

As general elections approach Uttar Pradesh may see more communal incidents as political parties make an all-out play for votes, says Faisal Kidwai.

Want to be succeful? Take a long-term view, says Indra Nooyi

Want to be succeful? Take a long-term view, says Indra Nooyi

Rediff.com18 Nov 2013

Pepsico's Indra Nooyi claims she remains bullish on India, while Sebi's Sinha makes the case for using pension money to pump capital into the market, reports Faisal Kidwai.

7/11 Mumbai train blasts: What role did the convicts play?

7/11 Mumbai train blasts: What role did the convicts play?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2015

On Wednesday, the special MCOCA court in Mumbai awarded death sentences to Kamal Ahamed Ansari, 37, Mohd Faisal Shaikh, 36, Ehtesham Siddiqui, 30, Naveed Hussain Khan, 30 and Asif Khan, 38, for the role they played in the 7/11 Mumbai train blasts, which claimed the lives of 188 people.

Why Indians walk away from county cricket...

Why Indians walk away from county cricket...

Rediff.com30 Aug 2013

India's obsession with Socialism since Independence and thereby a tendency to play safe has resulted in a generation of no risk-takers especially in cricket, feels Faisal Shariff.

Meet the contestants of Khatron Ke Khiladi 7

Meet the contestants of Khatron Ke Khiladi 7

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

The adventure show will be shot in Argentina.

Indian football: FC Goa hold Mumbai City FC; Mohammedan win

Indian football: FC Goa hold Mumbai City FC; Mohammedan win

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

A stoppage-time goal by Ishan Pandita helped FC Goa pull off a thrilling 3-3 draw against Mumbai City FC

Aamir: It was tough to portray a double role in Dhoom 3

Aamir: It was tough to portray a double role in Dhoom 3

Rediff.com3 Jan 2014

The actor talks about the blockbuster movie, why his family calls him Captain Caution and his own equation with his brother Faisal.

Ninja ZX-10R: From 0-299 km/hr in 18 seconds

Ninja ZX-10R: From 0-299 km/hr in 18 seconds

Rediff.com18 Dec 2013

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is an extremely quick motorcycle yet very easy to use on a daily basis

'Don't expect legislative reforms progressing till elections'

'Don't expect legislative reforms progressing till elections'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

For returning to trend growth of over eight per cent GDP growth and sustained low inflation of four per cent, removal of supply-side constraints and investor-friendly policy reforms are key, says Rajesh Cheruvu, Chief Investment Officer, India, RBS.

Pak investigator probing PM graft case found dead

Pak investigator probing PM graft case found dead

Rediff.com18 Jan 2013

A senior Pakistani investigator probing graft charges involving Premier Raja Pervez Ashraf was found dead in mysterious circumstances at his official accommodation in Islamabad on Friday, police said, amid reports that he was "under pressure" due to the high-profile case.

Polo GT priced at Rs 9.33 lakh is worth every penny

Polo GT priced at Rs 9.33 lakh is worth every penny

Rediff.com23 Aug 2013

The car offers tarmac scorching performance from its 1.2-litre engine besides having luxury sedan features.

Hyundai Grand i10: The best hatch in the market today?

Hyundai Grand i10: The best hatch in the market today?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2013

The Hyundai Grand i10 re-writes the rules of the hatchback segment by offering terrific value.

Mercedes M-Class: The best luxury SUV in its class

Mercedes M-Class: The best luxury SUV in its class

Rediff.com22 Oct 2013

The macho-looking SUV boasts of excellent comfort.

Priyanka meets Dilip Kumar

Priyanka meets Dilip Kumar

Rediff.com5 Sep 2017

PeeCee's evening with Yusufsaab and Saira Banu.

The Panchayat review

The Panchayat review

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

'Even a hardcore nit-picker will struggle to find faults in this extraordinarily crafted television series that I rate as a must watch, an instant classic,' says Sukanya Verma.

Khurshid to discuss Nitaqat law on his Saudi Arabia visit

Khurshid to discuss Nitaqat law on his Saudi Arabia visit

Rediff.com24 May 2013

Will hold talks on the controversial 'Nitaqat' law, energy security and counter-terrorism cooperation.

Indian Football: NorthEast United downs East Bengal

Indian Football: NorthEast United downs East Bengal

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

NorthEast United inched closer to a playoffs berth with a 2-1 win over 10-man SC East Bengal in the ISL

Cricket lovers, meet the New India!

Cricket lovers, meet the New India!

Rediff.com29 Jul 2013

The Indian formula, says Faisal Shariff, exemplifies that the action bias in sport yields fewer results much like the goalkeeper who dives to the left or right during a penalty kick even when one-third of all balls land in the middle of the goal.

BMW 1-Series offer the best driving experience in its segment

BMW 1-Series offer the best driving experience in its segment

Rediff.com4 Oct 2013

It instantly puts a wide grin on the driver's face.

BIKE REVIEW: TVS Phoenix 125

BIKE REVIEW: TVS Phoenix 125

Rediff.com18 Jul 2013

The TVS Phoenix 125 is a comfortable commuter motorcycle with good quality, writes Faisal Ali Khan of MotorBeam.com.

Have the selectors forgotten the next World Cup is only 21 months away?

Have the selectors forgotten the next World Cup is only 21 months away?

Rediff.com7 May 2013

While selecting the team for the Champions Trophy, says Faisal Shariff, the 2015 World Cup should have been on the selectors' minds.

'If growth is low, the rupee is worse off'

'If growth is low, the rupee is worse off'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2013

If you want to see our currency improve, then lower the interest rates, improve the growth and the rupee will rise, says Surjit S Bhalla.

'If growth is low, the rupee is worse off'

'If growth is low, the rupee is worse off'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2013

If you want to see our currency improve, then lower the interest rates, improve the growth and the rupee will rise, says Surjit S Bhalla.

Does the cheapest Jaguar live up to its iconic status?

Does the cheapest Jaguar live up to its iconic status?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

The car offers high emotional appeal with performance to match.

Review: Nach Baliye 9 kicks off on a high note

Review: Nach Baliye 9 kicks off on a high note

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

Namrata Thakker is impressed with the format and the jodis.

Mercedes S-Class: The best car in the world

Mercedes S-Class: The best car in the world

Rediff.com17 Jan 2014

No other car comes close to this engineering marvel.

Honda Amaze is the best entry-level sedan

Honda Amaze is the best entry-level sedan

Rediff.com1 Jul 2013

The car has a good balance of ride and handling, excellent packaging, good performance and is priced competitively.

Pak forensic experts exhume anti-graft investigator's body

Pak forensic experts exhume anti-graft investigator's body

Rediff.com3 Feb 2013

The body of a Pakistani anti-graft investigator who died in mysterious circumstances last month while probing corruption charges against Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf and other politicians has been exhumed and reburied after forensic experts examined it.

Raghuram Rajan is a hit on first day, can he sustain it?

Raghuram Rajan is a hit on first day, can he sustain it?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2013

Raghuram Rajan receives rock-star welcome on his first day in office as Governor of Reserve Bank of India. But the question lingers: Can he sustain it?

The new Honda City to soon get its crown back

The new Honda City to soon get its crown back

Rediff.com7 Jan 2014

The fourth generation Honda City is vastly improved thereby appealing to a wider set of buyers.

Bike review: KTM Duke 390 is a pocket mein rocket!

Bike review: KTM Duke 390 is a pocket mein rocket!

Rediff.com29 Aug 2013

The KTM Duke 390, with the performance it offers at this price, is simply unmatchable writes Faisal Ali Khan of MotorBeam.com

Pak SC forms bench to inquire death of officer probing PM

Pak SC forms bench to inquire death of officer probing PM

Rediff.com23 Jan 2013

Pakistan's supreme court on Wednesday formed a bench to inquire into the "shocking" death of an officer who was probing corruption allegations against Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf and other senior political figures.

Bench formed to hear Pak anti-graft official's death case

Bench formed to hear Pak anti-graft official's death case

Rediff.com23 Jan 2013

Pakistan's top judge on Wednesday formed a bench to hear a case pertaining to the mysterious death of an official who was probing corruption allegations against Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf and other senior political figures.