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M&M now plans an African safari with Scorpio

M&M now plans an African safari with Scorpio

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

M&M is keen to increase the number of factories in the Africa region and plans are afoot to have one each in Sudan and Kenya.

Volkswagen's Taigun can be segment killer, if priced aggressively

Volkswagen's Taigun can be segment killer, if priced aggressively

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

Volkswagen's new SUV is set to lock horns with half a dozen rivals, says Pavan Lall.

A PROBLEM Modi Can't Ignore

A PROBLEM Modi Can't Ignore

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

Economic performance is affected if large numbers of people are out of work, or at such low levels of income as to force under-consumption, observes T N Ninan.

The XUV300 is Mahindra's secret weapon!

The XUV300 is Mahindra's secret weapon!

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

The auto major is eyeing 20 per cent of the compact SUV market with the petrol and diesel variants of the XUV300, reports Shally Seth Mohile.

'Don't let a pretty face and stunning body go to your head'

'Don't let a pretty face and stunning body go to your head'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

'Don't think of yourself as god. If you are a famous model today, don't forget it is just a tag that won't last long.' Internationally acclaimed model Ninja Singh, who debuted at the Lakme Fashion Week, on her career, love and more...

10 Best Films From Around The World

10 Best Films From Around The World

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

A beautiful documentary from Delhi. A shocking satire that spares no one. A thriller about a serial killer in Iran. A Pakistan film about family secrets... Aseem Chhabra lists the best films he saw in Cannes.

Mahindra lays off two-thirds of staff at its North American subsidiary

Mahindra lays off two-thirds of staff at its North American subsidiary

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

Firm attributes move to pandemic and legal spat with Fiat Chrysler, says it is in line with group's strategy to re-think capital allocation and drive efficiency.

Oscars 2020: Who will win and who won't

Oscars 2020: Who will win and who won't

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

Aseem Chhabra and Sukanya Verma send in their predictions for the top Oscar awards.

Carmakers bring younger CEOs to drivers' seat

Carmakers bring younger CEOs to drivers' seat

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

The youngest in the new lot is Rahil Ansari, 38, who is heading Audi in India since February

Former player unhappy with Yorkshire's racism probe

Former player unhappy with Yorkshire's racism probe

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

The investigation was initiated in September last year to look into allegations made by the off-spinner stretching back to 2008.

Auto companies post mixed results

Auto companies post mixed results

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

Exports in August were up 10.3 per cent to 12,472 units from 11,305 units in the same month of previous year.

Covid-19: India's auto component makers brace for a bumpy ride ahead

Covid-19: India's auto component makers brace for a bumpy ride ahead

Rediff.com17 May 2021

Auto component makers in India are bracing for a tough time. High absenteeism among workers owing to Covid-19, shortages of critical parts, and temporary closures of plants by automobile manufacturers have thrown a spanner in the works for the Rs 3.2-trillion sector, which derives 60 per cent of its revenues from automobile original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), with the balance split equally between replacement demand and exports. Car market leader Maruti Suzuki India on Saturday said it was extending the maintenance shutdown, which was from May 1 to 9, till May 16, "keeping in view the current pandemic situation". Some activities will continue in the plants.

My Aunt, Indu Jain: Guru of Gurus

My Aunt, Indu Jain: Guru of Gurus

Rediff.com17 May 2021

'She had a curiosity which she translated into action and was always open to new ideas and suggestions for the betterment of society.' Malti and Mudit Jain remember Indu Jain, the chairperson of the Times of India group, who passed into the ages last week.

Maruti Vitara Brezza petrol coming soon!

Maruti Vitara Brezza petrol coming soon!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

This will compete with Ford Ecosport petrol

Reforms are about implementation, not announcements

Reforms are about implementation, not announcements

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

'The promises of netas and babus and new laws, however well-meaning, mean little.' 'What matters is implementation on the ground.' 'Every law is finally implemented by a vast army of offici

Success story of the stunning XUV300

Success story of the stunning XUV300

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

At a price starting from Rs 849,000 and going up to Rs 12.14 lakh, the XUV300 competes with the Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon, Ford EcoSport, and Honda WR-V.

Nadella, Pichai in Trump's economic revival team

Nadella, Pichai in Trump's economic revival team

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

In addition to Pichai and Nadella, IBM's Arvind Krishna, Micron's Sanjay Mehrotra, Ajay Banga from Mastercard and Ann Mukherjee from Pernod are among the six Indian-Americans among over 200 corporate honchos who will advise the President and offer recommendations on how to revive the American economy.

Will new Thar put the mojo back in 2-door cars in India?

Will new Thar put the mojo back in 2-door cars in India?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

The 2-door vehicle may finds its way back in India with the launch of the all-new Thar by Mahindra and Mahindra, says Rajesh Karkera.

Oomphalicious! Deepika stuns in a curve-hugging bodysuit

Oomphalicious! Deepika stuns in a curve-hugging bodysuit

Rediff.com10 Dec 2018

For the final cover of GQ's 10th anniversary year, the mag features Deepika Padukone.

GM recalls 1.14 lakh units of Tavera in India

GM recalls 1.14 lakh units of Tavera in India

Rediff.com24 Jul 2013

The 1,14,000 affected vehicles will be repaired free of charge at GMI's 280 dealers, the company said.

Trump orders FBI probe of Kavanaugh, Senate confirmation in doubt

Trump orders FBI probe of Kavanaugh, Senate confirmation in doubt

Rediff.com29 Sep 2018

The Federal Bureau of Investigation has been asked to complete its investigation in a week, meaning the confirmation of Kavanaugh, 53, as Supreme Court judge would be delayed by at least a week.

Price comparison: EcoSport vs. Duster, Amaze, Swift

Price comparison: EcoSport vs. Duster, Amaze, Swift

Rediff.com28 Jun 2013

Ford's aggressive pricing makes the compact SUV a better option over popular hatchbacks.

'India can be world's fastest-growing auto market'

'India can be world's fastest-growing auto market'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2010

Michael Boneham, President and Managing Director at Ford India talks about Ford's small car Figo as well as the company's future plans.

The way forward for #MeToo

The way forward for #MeToo

Rediff.com15 Jun 2019

'Awareness should be raised; protocols and procedures, and reporting mechanisms must be put in place to protect both men and women in the workplace,' notes Jael Silliman.

Moody's may downgrade Tata Motors

Moody's may downgrade Tata Motors

Rediff.com5 Jan 2008

This rating action follows the announcement by Ford Motor Company (Ford, which has a rating-B3/Stable) naming Tata Motors the preferred buyer for Ford's luxury Jaguar and Land Rover car brands.

Why Manushi Chhillar Likes Bikinis

Why Manushi Chhillar Likes Bikinis

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

'I love beaches and hence I love my swimsuits.'

Spotlight on scam ads

Spotlight on scam ads

Rediff.com8 Apr 2013

Client-agency relationship comes under scrutiny at Goafest 2013.

7 things you must know about Nobel winner Abhijit Banerjee

7 things you must know about Nobel winner Abhijit Banerjee

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

On Monday, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announced that Abhijit Banerjee, Esther Duflo and Michael Kremer had won the 2019 Nobel Prize for economics "for their experimental approach to alleviating global poverty". The research conducted by them has considerably improved the ability to fight global poverty. In just two decades, their new experiment-based approach has transformed development economics, which is now a flourishing field of research, said the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. Here are some interesting facts about the Indian-origin Abhijit Banerjee.

India Inc getting back in biz with no-jab-no-entry policy

India Inc getting back in biz with no-jab-no-entry policy

Rediff.com9 Jul 2021

With the threat of a third Covid-19 wave looming large, companies are scrambling to protect employees and keep operations safe--from a no-jab-no-entry-at-workplace policy to ramping up vaccination, it's an all-out effort to prevent the scale of devastation seen in the first two waves. At least two top steel companies--Tata Steel and ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India)--are pushing for vaccination certificates for entry into work premises. AM/NS India, a joint venture between world's leading steelmaker, ArcelorMittal, and Japan's Nippon Steel, is set to make vaccination the certificate a requirement from July 1.

5 compact SUVs with the best mileage

5 compact SUVs with the best mileage

Rediff.com19 Oct 2017

This major shift in the consumer choice has forced carmakers to field their version of expedient under 4-metre machines in the market.

5 compact SUVs with the best mileage

5 compact SUVs with the best mileage

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

This major shift in the consumer choice has forced carmakers to field their version of expedient under 4-metre machines in the market.

Take a look at these STUNNING car factories!

Take a look at these STUNNING car factories!

Rediff.com5 Aug 2016

These photographs are sure to take your breath away!

Karl Slym's hefty challenge at Tata Motors

Karl Slym's hefty challenge at Tata Motors

Rediff.com30 Jan 2013

Slym doesn't face such an epic challenge - after all, his company is profitable, has a trustworthy brand, deep pockets and a vast distribution.

 When a tough guy was reduced to tears

When a tough guy was reduced to tears

Rediff.com14 Sep 2009

Harrison Ford was overcome by emotion while watching a film that celebrated his career 35th annual Deauville American Film Festival in Normandy, France.

PIX: Rihanna, Miley Cyrus at amFar in barely-there outfits

PIX: Rihanna, Miley Cyrus at amFar in barely-there outfits

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

Could these outfits BE any risque-ier?

Know why Valentina Sampaio made history?

Know why Valentina Sampaio made history?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

Valentina Sampaio is the first transgender model to be featured in Sports Illustrated's swimsuit issue.

SUVs drive the bottomline of auto majors in India

SUVs drive the bottomline of auto majors in India

Rediff.com27 May 2018

For players like Toyota Kirloskar and Ford, the contribution of UVs to overall sales is now well over 60%.

The new Swift: pocket friendly, cute as a button and reliable

The new Swift: pocket friendly, cute as a button and reliable

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

While the latest, fourth-generation Swift makes no pretence of being a performance car or the last word in luxury, what it does stand for is amply evident, notes Pavan Lall.

Jaguar XK 120 among cars that changed the world

Jaguar XK 120 among cars that changed the world

Rediff.com29 Jun 2009

The list of '10 Cars That Changed The World' also features the Ford Model T, the Volkswagen Beetle, the Trabant, the Porsche 911, the Ford Mustang, the AMC Eagle, the Jeep Cherokee, the Dodge Caravan and the Toyota Prius. 'These vehicles changed people's lifestyles and habits as well as automakers' long-term strategies. Some even changed governments,' the magazine said in an accompanying report.

Angry Sri Lanka to complain against Hales's reprieve

Angry Sri Lanka to complain against Hales's reprieve

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

Sri Lanka Cricket will lodge a complaint with the International Cricket Council (ICC) against an 'unacceptable' reprieve for England batsman Alex Hales in the third and final Test.