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'If Fashion makes you feel wonderful about yourself, that's all that matters'

'If Fashion makes you feel wonderful about yourself, that's all that matters'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2022

What inspires Designer Amit Aggarwal and why is his flagship Mumbai store so special?

'You need violence and gore to shake things up'

'You need violence and gore to shake things up'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

'I always feel that to shake up human beings, you have to go a little extreme.'

'Kriti is not an airhead'

'Kriti is not an airhead'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

'Kriti Sanon is an educated, well-read, articulate actress.'

China wants 'all parties to guide Taliban actively'

China wants 'all parties to guide Taliban actively'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2021

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, during his telephonic conversation with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Sunday, discussed the deteriorating situation in Afghanistan amidst chaotic airlifts of Afghan civilians and diplomats by the US and North Atlantic Treaty Organisation countries before the August 31 deadline.

GLS 600 is the flashiest, swankiest SUV Merc has made

GLS 600 is the flashiest, swankiest SUV Merc has made

Rediff.com29 Sep 2021

This SUV will look as cool in 2030 as it might have in 2010 and ultimately that's what drives the core appeal of Mercedes-Benz and its products -- being classic, says Pavan Lall.

Scrapping old commercial vehicles will hardly cut pollution in cities

Scrapping old commercial vehicles will hardly cut pollution in cities

Rediff.com19 Mar 2018

Transporters and other stakeholders said the vehicles that will be de-registered would mostly be the ones plying in smaller towns and interior parts of the country.

Encounter specialist among team to arrest Arnab

Encounter specialist among team to arrest Arnab

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

Footage aired on Republic TV and social media platforms showed Goswami arguing with police official, alleging assault and pleading for medical aid.

Arnab's arrest is not revenge politics: Shiv Sena

Arnab's arrest is not revenge politics: Shiv Sena

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

"Proper procedure of law is followed in Maharashtra. Police can take action against anyone if they have evidence. The state government hasn't acted out of revenge," Raut told reporters when asked about Goswami's arrest.

What Awaits Rajapaksas After Monday's Mayhem?

What Awaits Rajapaksas After Monday's Mayhem?

Rediff.com10 May 2022

Gota has to decide if he could order elder brother Mahinda's arrest as the agent provocateur of Monday's violence. Then he has to prepare for an interim government, in which no one would now want to become a cabinet minister leave alone prime minister, explains N Sathiya Moorthy.

Can the XUV 700 reclaim the top spot for Mahindra?

Can the XUV 700 reclaim the top spot for Mahindra?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

Every M&M car shares a certain DNA which is rugged, with an off-roading quality and built for hard wear and tear. The XUV is all those, but also has a smoother edge for those who want city comfort now offered in competitor vehicles such as the MG Hector, Hyundai Creta, Volkswagen Tiguan and Tata's Harrier, says Pavan Lall.

Mercedes drives in ultra-luxe SUV Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC

Mercedes drives in ultra-luxe SUV Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC

Rediff.com8 Jun 2021

The Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC is the first-ever SUV offering in the company's ultra-luxurious 'Mercedes-Maybach' range. It is the only second Maybach model to be rolled out in the Indian market, following the Mercedes-Maybach S-Class.

Afghanistan's Winter of Discontent

Afghanistan's Winter of Discontent

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

Cut off from the world and having to contend with an orthodox and repressive Taliban government, Afghans are facing the brunt of Pakistan's decades old policy of nurturing militant groups, note Harsh V Pant and Kriti M Shah four months after the Taliban took Kabul.

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.

Pentagon reveals China's border tactics with India

Pentagon reveals China's border tactics with India

Rediff.com4 Nov 2021

China has been taking "incremental and tactical actions" to press its claims at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with India and has unsuccessfully sought to prevent New Delhi from deepening its relationship with the US during and subsequent to the standoff, the Pentagon has said in a major report on China's military modernisation.

Hope for 'open, inclusive' Islamic govt in Afghanistan: China

Hope for 'open, inclusive' Islamic govt in Afghanistan: China

Rediff.com16 Aug 2021

China on Monday expressed the hope that the Taliban will stand by its commitment of establishing an "open and inclusive" Islamic government in Afghanistan and will ensure a peaceful transition of power without violence and terrorism.

Champions League final: Paris police to hand out masks

Champions League final: Paris police to hand out masks

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

Paris' Champs Elysee avenue will be pedestrianised on Sunday evening and wearing face masks will be compulsory, officials said on the eve of Paris St Germain taking on Bayern Munich in soccer's Champions League final.

The Rs 73-lakh, all-new BMW X5 is here!

The Rs 73-lakh, all-new BMW X5 is here!

Rediff.com17 May 2019

The locally-produced BMW X5 is one of the best selling models for the car-maker in the domestic market, and the latest version of the SUV will compete with the likes of Mercedes-Benz GLE, Volvo XC90, Range Rover Velar, Porsche Cayenne and the Audi Q7.

Overall, Porsche Cayenne Coupe is a great package

Overall, Porsche Cayenne Coupe is a great package

Rediff.com8 Nov 2019

This coupe SUV has all the elements that make a Porsche both aesthetically and dynamically poised.

Gauri Khan celebrates birthday with SRK and AbRam

Gauri Khan celebrates birthday with SRK and AbRam

Rediff.com8 Oct 2018

Who looks cuter? Gauri's youngest or his dad?

China endorses new Taliban govt; announces $31 million aid

China endorses new Taliban govt; announces $31 million aid

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

Taking part in the first meeting of Foreign Ministers of the neighbouring countries on Afghanistan, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said China will provide Afghanistan with 200 million yuan ($31 million) worth of grains, winter supplies, vaccines and medicines as per its requirements, official media in Beijing reported.

Fallout of PNB buying Audis for top bosses

Fallout of PNB buying Audis for top bosses

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

The Centre has advised banks to make a 20 per cent reduction in expenditure related to non-core business activities, along with deferring "avoidable expenditure" on "purchase of staff cars", "refurbishment of guest houses" and on the interior decoration of administrative and back offices.

Hyundai Elite i20 is one of the best premium hatchbacks in the market today

Hyundai Elite i20 is one of the best premium hatchbacks in the market today

Rediff.com15 May 2019

One of the main selling points of the i20 is its easy to drive nature.

Police file revision plea for Arnab Goswami's custody

Police file revision plea for Arnab Goswami's custody

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

The police sought the sessions court to quash the CJM order and grant them custody of the three accused.

10 Tips For Safe Family Travel

10 Tips For Safe Family Travel

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

If you are partially vaccinated and have another dose left, do check for travel rules and restrictions before making a booking or confirming your payment.

The Rs 4.17 crore Bentley Bentayga offers a perfect ride

The Rs 4.17 crore Bentley Bentayga offers a perfect ride

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

The Bentayga can go from a standstill to 100 km/hr in 4.5 seconds, and, if you can keep your foot down, the speedometer will climb all the way to 290 km/hr!

5 dead in Vienna shooting; 1 gunman shot dead

5 dead in Vienna shooting; 1 gunman shot dead

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

Gunmen armed with rifles opened fire in six different locations in central Vienna on the city's final night before coronavirus lockdown on Monday.

Railways rolls out economy AC 3-tier train coach

Railways rolls out economy AC 3-tier train coach

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

These coaches, officials said, will be "economical" and in between the current AC three-tier and non-AC sleeper class.

Volkswagen T-Roc: In the presence of true power

Volkswagen T-Roc: In the presence of true power

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

Quality-wise, and on the fun-to-drive scale, the T-Roc is in a league of its own, notes Pavan Lall.

Afghanistan recalls envoy, senior officials from Pakistan

Afghanistan recalls envoy, senior officials from Pakistan

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

The diplomatic crisis between Pakistan and Afghanistan deepened on Sunday after Kabul announced that it will withdraw its ambassador and other senior staff from Islamabad after the abduction and torture of the daughter of its envoy to Pakistan.

The XUV300 may well be Mahindra's bravest endeavour yet

The XUV300 may well be Mahindra's bravest endeavour yet

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

How the XUV300's suspension, plastics and interiors hold out in Indian conditions after a couple of years will be the litmus test for its success in the long term, but for now, this SUV delivers, says Pavan Lall.

21 dead after Kerala rain triggers floods, landslides

21 dead after Kerala rain triggers floods, landslides

Rediff.com17 Oct 2021

The Army, the National Disaster Response Force, police and the fire force along with the locals began rescue operations on Sunday morning at Koottickal and Kokkayar panchayats where over a dozen people are listed to be missing due to numerous landslides accompanied by heavy downpour since Saturday.

Rajnath arrives in Pakistan amid protest; will raise Dawood and terrorism issues

Rajnath arrives in Pakistan amid protest; will raise Dawood and terrorism issues

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

More than 2,000 activists of various religious and jihadi outfits in Pakistan on Wednesday protested against the visit of Home Minister Rajnath Singh, accusing him for the unrest in Kashmir.

'Yaas' likely to make landfall near Odisha port on Wednesday

'Yaas' likely to make landfall near Odisha port on Wednesday

Rediff.com25 May 2021

IMD Director General Dr Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said that 'Yaas' is likely to intensify into a Very Severe Cyclonic Storm by Tuesday evening and Chandbali is likely to witness the maximum damage caused by it.

Saudi forces foil suicide bomb attack on Grand Mosque

Saudi forces foil suicide bomb attack on Grand Mosque

Rediff.com24 Jun 2017

Saudi Arabia's Interior Ministry said security forces exchanged gunfire with one of the suspects, who blew himself up inside a home he was hiding in on Friday. Five people, including a woman, were arrested in security operations in Mecca, Saudi Interior Ministry spokesman Mansour al-Turki said.

TRP scam: HC extends Goswami's relief till March 5

TRP scam: HC extends Goswami's relief till March 5

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

The Bombay high court hearing the TRP scam case on Friday extended till March 5 the interim protection against coercive action granted to journalist Arnab Goswami and other employees of ARG Outlier Media that runs Republic TV channels.

If Ekta Kapoor called Aishwarya Sushmita...

If Ekta Kapoor called Aishwarya Sushmita...

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

'I've been getting offers to play someone who is sexy, hot and smart.'

Renault Triber is everyman's budget car

Renault Triber is everyman's budget car

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

'The Triber, which sits between the Kwid and the Duster in the Renault portfolio, is an affordable option for those who have their sights set on a multipurpose vehicle and want to get something different from, say, a Maruti Suzuki Ertiga,' says Pavan Lall.

Memories from Wonderful Wayanad

Memories from Wonderful Wayanad

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

Thomas G K shares pictures from a trip to Wayanad.

Tauktae, season's first cyclone, forms over Arabian Sea

Tauktae, season's first cyclone, forms over Arabian Sea

Rediff.com13 May 2021

The intensity of rainfall is likely to increase with the likelihood of very heavy falls at a few places and extremely heavy falls at isolated places on May 15, reports Sanjeeb Mukherjee.

Buying a house this festive season?

Buying a house this festive season?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

Experts say this is a good time to buy a house for self-use, points out Sanjay Kumar Singh.