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Delhi-Doha flight makes emergency landing in Karachi

Delhi-Doha flight makes emergency landing in Karachi

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

A Qatar Airways Delhi-Doha passenger plane was diverted to Karachi on Monday after it declared an emergency due to indication of smoke in the cargo hold, the airline said.

Newcastle urge fans not to wear Arabic attire at games

Newcastle urge fans not to wear Arabic attire at games

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

Equality and inclusion group Kick It Out are reportedly planning to offer education workshops in Newcastle to supporters to explain how impersonating Arabs could be considered be racist or culturally insensitive.

Why triangular: All you need to know about new Parliament building

Why triangular: All you need to know about new Parliament building

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

Indian Parliament's new building will have a triangular shape to reflect the importance of triangles being a sacred geometry in various religions, while its interiors will have three national symbols as their main themes -- Lotus, Peacock and Banyan Tree.

Like Sonakshi's curly look?

Like Sonakshi's curly look?

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

Film folk are looking gorgeous on social media!

A Serendipitous Civil Service Career

A Serendipitous Civil Service Career

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

Every twist and turn in KMC's civil service career is attributed to serendipity, an aptitude for making desirable discoveries by accident. He plays down his capabilities, which took him to the top of the civil service as the Cabinet Secretary or his misfortune in losing a daughter in her prime and suggests that his career was indeed serendipitous, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Mouni, Nushrratt, Dia... Whose style rocks?

Mouni, Nushrratt, Dia... Whose style rocks?

Rediff.com4 Jun 2021

From Radhika Madan's athleisure look, Dia Mirza's summer style to Soha Ali Khan twinning with her daughter, get ready for some fabulous fashion.

Sheer Khurma Two Ways

Sheer Khurma Two Ways

Rediff.com4 May 2022

Take your pick and make a sheer kurma that suits your mood.

Omicron spread: WB govt suspends all UK-Kolkata flights from Jan 3

Omicron spread: WB govt suspends all UK-Kolkata flights from Jan 3

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

In order to prevent the spread of the Omicron variant of coronavirus, the West Bengal government on Thursday announced that it has suspended all the flights coming to Kolkata airport from the United Kingdom from January 3 onwards till further notice.

Kasautii Zindagii Kay bahu shows off bikini body

Kasautii Zindagii Kay bahu shows off bikini body

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

Kasautii Zindagii Kay actress Erica Fernandes is holidaying in the Maldives and celebrating five years in the television industry.

Aus Open local favorite Ash Barty is a modern-day icon

Aus Open local favorite Ash Barty is a modern-day icon

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

Barty's athleticism is remarkable.

Nike's Phil Knight's $270 million stadium!

Nike's Phil Knight's $270 million stadium!

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

University of Oregon's Hayward Field will soon reopen following a renovation that cost donors like Nike Co-founder Phil Knight $270 million.

Adani, GMR among 20 firms keen on rebuilding New Delhi railway station

Adani, GMR among 20 firms keen on rebuilding New Delhi railway station

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

The Rail Land Development Authority has invited online bids from private players to redevelop the station into an integrated commercial, retail, and hospitality hub.

Controversy averted after India hockey players humiliated by HI official

Controversy averted after India hockey players humiliated by HI official

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

It was our own mistake that we went to the restricted area without our knowledge, acknowledges India captain Manpreet Singh.

The Queen's Controversial India Visit

The Queen's Controversial India Visit

Rediff.com17 Sep 2022

At sunrise the following day, a hunt was organised for the queen to shoot a female tiger. But she decided a monarch should not make the kill and handed her gun to one of her staff to deliver the fatal shot.

We were tense, felt relaxed after reaching India: Ukraine returned medics

We were tense, felt relaxed after reaching India: Ukraine returned medics

Rediff.com23 Feb 2022

Most of the students, PTI spoke to soon after their arrival, said they had followed the advisory issued by the Indian embassy in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv.

In Pics: Bella Hadid's gorgeous sun-kissed vacay

In Pics: Bella Hadid's gorgeous sun-kissed vacay

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

The Victoria's Secret model soaked up the sun at St Barts.

Inside India's 1st AC railway terminal

Inside India's 1st AC railway terminal

Rediff.com16 Mar 2021

State-of-the-art passenger amenities are being provided to make journey a pleasant experience.

Japanese theme park lets you work from a Ferris wheel

Japanese theme park lets you work from a Ferris wheel

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

The day passes are for 1,900 (Rs 1,322)

India continues to 'Unlock'; bars and malls reopen

India continues to 'Unlock'; bars and malls reopen

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

As Unlock 4.0 commenced on Tuesday, most of the states further eased the coronavirus-induced restrictions on the movement of people and functioning of commercial establishments like bars and hotels with mandatory COVID-19 precautions. After remaining closed for more than five months, bars and restaurants opened in states like Goa, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The Centre had allowed reopening of bars under the Unlock 4 guidelines.

Tokyo Olympics torch-lighting ceremony to be held without spectators

Tokyo Olympics torch-lighting ceremony to be held without spectators

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

The Tokyo 2020 Olympics torch-lighting ceremony in ancient Olympia this week will be staged without spectators as organisers protect the event from the coronavirus, Greece's Olympic Committee said on Monday. The Olympic torch will be lit in Olympia at a scaled-down ceremony on March 12 before a seven-day relay that will culminate with a handover ceremony in Greece on March 19.

India Adda makes way for 'Make in India' at WEF

India Adda makes way for 'Make in India' at WEF

Rediff.com20 Jan 2015

It is a 'Make in India' lounge here at Davos for this year's WEF annual summit, in place of the famous 'India Adda' that has been frequented by Indian and other leaders to savour desi delicacies and do some networking.

Comfy is the new sexy! Taapsee's super HOT photoshoot

Comfy is the new sexy! Taapsee's super HOT photoshoot

Rediff.com21 May 2020

Taapsee looks comfortable seated next to the sink in her bathroom posing for Man's World's latest cover.

Patralekhaa, Kalki, Katrina: Who is the hottest this week?

Patralekhaa, Kalki, Katrina: Who is the hottest this week?

Rediff.com4 Jan 2018

We're sure it's difficult to pick one!

Too cute! Disha, Sonnalli work out with pets

Too cute! Disha, Sonnalli work out with pets

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

These furry companions are so inspiring!

Hateful content: Delhi Assembly panel summons Facebook official

Hateful content: Delhi Assembly panel summons Facebook official

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

According to an official statement, the Facebook official has been summoned based on 'scathing depositions of key witnesses as well as incriminating material' submitted by them on record.

Indian fliers rejoice, US opens up to travellers post-Covid

Indian fliers rejoice, US opens up to travellers post-Covid

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Starting today, November 8, the US has lifted all restrictions for fully vaccinated international travellers, including from India, but they will have to show proof of a negative coronavirus test before boarding a flight to the country.

How Tatas plan to make Air India world's most advanced airline

How Tatas plan to make Air India world's most advanced airline

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

Virtually addressing employees of Air India across the globe, he said for the airline to be the best again there will be an organisational redesign, and it will "require a huge transformation, probably the largest transformation and the change all of you would ever go through". The carrier will expand its "outreach both domestically and internationally" and it has the desire to connect India with every part of the globe, he added.

Vizag gas leak: Cops file criminal case against plant

Vizag gas leak: Cops file criminal case against plant

Rediff.com8 May 2020

Hours after the fatal early morning leak, the Gopalapatnam police registered the case against the management of the LG Polymers Ltd under Indian Penal Code sections 304 (culpable homicide not amounting to murder), 337 (causing hurt by act endangering life and personal safety of others) and 338 (causing grievous hurt).

PIX: Sex industry resumes in the new normal

PIX: Sex industry resumes in the new normal

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

Sex workers around the world are the hardest hit in these times of social distancing.

Janhvi, Mouni, Hina: How to dress for summer

Janhvi, Mouni, Hina: How to dress for summer

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

Is your wardrobe summer-ready yet?

How marquee hotels getting ready for post-lockdown biz

How marquee hotels getting ready for post-lockdown biz

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

Executive lounges with happy hours, complimentary hors d'oeuvres, and complimentary services have been the norm - but not anymore.

Must see: What happens at Oktoberfest in Mumbai

Must see: What happens at Oktoberfest in Mumbai

Rediff.com8 Oct 2019

The first installment of the German beer festival in Mumbai saw an eclectic mix of live performances, games, dance and much more.

Mahindra launches VR augmented showrooms

Mahindra launches VR augmented showrooms

Rediff.com28 Jun 2019

Using VR headsets, customers can go on virtual tours on the automobiles, and operate almost all aspects of the XUV 500 and the Alturas G4 without even getting into the vehicle, reports Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com

PIX: Motera pips MCG as world's biggest cricket stadium!

PIX: Motera pips MCG as world's biggest cricket stadium!

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

The Sardar Patel Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad is spread over 63 acres, with a seating capacity of 1.10 lakh people. It overtakes Melbourne Cricket Ground, which can accommodate 90,000 people.

The comfortable SUV from Citroen is here

The comfortable SUV from Citroen is here

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

Citroen drives in its SUV late, but it's worth the wait, says Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

PIX: Nora Fatehi, Sanjay Dutt at a party

PIX: Nora Fatehi, Sanjay Dutt at a party

Rediff.com9 Mar 2018

Bollywood doesn't wait for the weekend to party!

PIX: Gauri Khan holidays with kids

PIX: Gauri Khan holidays with kids

Rediff.com27 Jul 2017

Gauri Khan enjoys a beach holiday with her kids, even as Shah Rukh Khan returns home.

Social distancing, quarantine centres: Mumbai airport gears up to restart ops

Social distancing, quarantine centres: Mumbai airport gears up to restart ops

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

The airport has formulated standard operating procedures for post-lockdown safety of the passengers, which include social distancing, stringent thermal screening, positioning temporary quarantine centres and also continues to sanitise and disinfect the airport to ensure safety and well-being of the passengers when operations resume.

PM inaugurates revamped Rani Kamalapati station in Bhopal

PM inaugurates revamped Rani Kamalapati station in Bhopal

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

He accused the previous governments of being sluggish on implementing railway projects and said the work of ambitious eastern and western dedicated freight corridors expedited only in the last six-seven years.

36,370 new Covid cases in India, lowest 1-day tally in over 3 months

36,370 new Covid cases in India, lowest 1-day tally in over 3 months

Rediff.com27 Oct 2020

A total of 72,01,070 people have recuperated from COVID-19 so far, pushing the national recovery rate to 90.62 per cent while the case fatality rate stands at 1.50 per cent.