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When NOT to take a personal loan

When NOT to take a personal loan

Rediff.com22 Apr 2009

Getting a loan today has become very easy, what with the stiff competition prevalent among different banks. The easiest to get among the plethora of loans available are personal loans. Personal loans are easy to get, but they have their pros and cons:

Love you Ma, says Bollywood

Love you Ma, says Bollywood

Rediff.com11 May 2020

On Mother's Day, stars post adorable pix with their moms.

Defence equipment: To lease or not to lease?

Defence equipment: To lease or not to lease?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

Admiral describes it as 'a path-breaking change'; defence ministry official disagrees.

There's been lack of clarity over Rohit's injury: Kohli

There's been lack of clarity over Rohit's injury: Kohli

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

Answering media queries online ahead of the ODI series against Australia starting on Friday, Kohli said Rohit was said to be unavailable before the selection committee meeting earlier this month.

WTC final: Adaptability will be key, feels Ashwin

WTC final: Adaptability will be key, feels Ashwin

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

Ashwin spoke about how WTC has provided a context to Test cricket and would love to see more traditional format games in neutral venues.

India's domestic season finally gets underway with Mushtaq Ali

India's domestic season finally gets underway with Mushtaq Ali

Rediff.com9 Jan 2021

India will witness its first major cricket tournament in the country since the COVID-19 disruption when the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy begins the much-delayed domestic season from Sunday, presenting a platform for the hopefuls to impress before the Indian Premier League players' auction.

GST Council meet on Friday to discuss cutting tax on Covid medicines

GST Council meet on Friday to discuss cutting tax on Covid medicines

Rediff.com27 May 2021

Ahead of the first meeting of the top decision-making body in nearly eight months, finance ministers of eight states ruled by non-Bharatiya Janata Party and like-minded parties -- Rajasthan, Punjab, Chhattisgarh, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, Kerala and West Bengal -- have devised a joint strategy to press for a zero tax rate on Covid essentials, sources said.

J&K citizens not impressed with PM's speech

J&K citizens not impressed with PM's speech

Rediff.com8 Aug 2019

Some even claimed that the Centre just wanted to win lands and 'not hearts of Kashmiris'.

'Vijender doesn't have time left for Olympic trials'

'Vijender doesn't have time left for Olympic trials'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

Vijender Singh might say that he would give Olympic qualification a shot after doors were thrown open for professional boxers but his UK-based promoter Francis Warren, on Monday, made it clear that India's biggest star simply does not have the time left to try for a Rio ticket.

Why Pant got the nod ahead of Saha in New Zealand

Why Pant got the nod ahead of Saha in New Zealand

Rediff.com2 Mar 2020

After losing the two-match Test series against New Zealand, India captain Virat Kohli on Monday defended wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant's selection in the playing XI ahead of Wriddhiman Saha. Pant was preferred over Saha in both the Test matches against the Kiwis and only managed to score 60 runs, with his highest score being 25 in the second innings of the first Test.

How Vihari cemented his place in the Indian Test team

How Vihari cemented his place in the Indian Test team

Rediff.com13 Dec 2020

Hanuma Vihari looks set to bat at number six in the first Day/Night Test at Adelaide.

Buying a laptop for your child? Dos and don'ts

Buying a laptop for your child? Dos and don'ts

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com tells you what you must keep in mind.

Will Sri Lanka's cricket team travel to Pakistan despite threat?

Will Sri Lanka's cricket team travel to Pakistan despite threat?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is still hopeful of hosting Sri Lanka for a limited-overs tour this month despite alleged terrorist threats.

Farmer leaders not ready to appear before SC-appointed committee

Farmer leaders not ready to appear before SC-appointed committee

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

'While all organisations welcome the suggestions of the Supreme Court to stay the implementation of the farm laws, they are collectively and individually not willing to participate in any proceedings before a committee that may be appointed by it,' a statement issued by the Samyukt Kisan Morcha said.

Gasping for Time: Do Not Run Out On Us

Gasping for Time: Do Not Run Out On Us

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

The pandemic is taking a deep, emotional, scarring toll. Will we survive, asks Shruti Vyas. If we do, will we be the same?

Zika adds to Kerala woes as it struggles with rising Covid cases

Zika adds to Kerala woes as it struggles with rising Covid cases

Rediff.com11 Jul 2021

After winning accolades for its 'Kerala model' of combating the contagion about a year ago, the state is now seeing daily fresh cases between 12,000 to 15,000 with no end in sight to the 'prolonged surge', as some experts put it.

Govt should be given time to restore normalcy in J-K: SC

Govt should be given time to restore normalcy in J-K: SC

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

The court also said that it is to be ensured that no life was lost there and posted the matter after two weeks, saying it will wait for normalcy to return.

Should you go for EMI on credit cards?

Should you go for EMI on credit cards?

Rediff.com24 Jul 2014

Of course, NO! You must think of EMI option if and only if one is on the verge of defaulting on a payment.

Chat@3: How to pick the right education loan

Chat@3: How to pick the right education loan

Rediff.com1 Jul 2014

Neeraj Saxena of Avanse Education Loans will help you make an informed choice.

10 questions young Indian couples are tired of hearing

10 questions young Indian couples are tired of hearing

Rediff.com2 Jun 2014

Like it or hate it, concepts of personal space and privacy are alien to most Indians. Here are things couples are tired of hearing.

When Kohli, de Villiers turned it on for RCB

When Kohli, de Villiers turned it on for RCB

Rediff.com14 Apr 2019

Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers came good when it mattered most as Royal Challengers Bangalore finally ended their losing run, with an emphatic 8 wicket win against Kings XI Punjab.

It's NOT easy being Tiger Shroff!

It's NOT easy being Tiger Shroff!

Rediff.com21 May 2014

Here's listing the pros and cons for the debutant actor.

Should you make that 20% down payment for your first home?

Should you make that 20% down payment for your first home?

Rediff.com2 May 2014

Tempted? Good. Now read this!

Eight ways to improve your employability

Eight ways to improve your employability

Rediff.com28 Jan 2014

With a college degree barely being able to help you land a job, we ask the pros what it really takes for students to improve their employability while still in college.

Top travel destinations 2014: Kerala, Kashmir

Top travel destinations 2014: Kerala, Kashmir

Rediff.com23 Jan 2014

Confused about where to travel to this year? In a series beginning today, we get the pros to list out the most popular destinations amongst Indians. Today Shalini Bajaj of Journey N Beyond Travels draws up her list!

Study Abroad: How to make the right decision

Study Abroad: How to make the right decision

Rediff.com11 Jan 2014

You have your mind set on a foreign country or university where you want your degree from, but do you know how to get there?

Apple iOS 7: What's hot, what's not

Apple iOS 7: What's hot, what's not

Rediff.com13 Oct 2013

Apple has taken a different route with the user interface and changed experience with the iOS 7 software update.

How Waluscha spent the lockdown with Salman

How Waluscha spent the lockdown with Salman

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

'What happens at a time like this is that you always look up to someone for inspiration and strength.'

Parthiv misses ton; Vijay, Rahane flop as India A 467/8 decl vs NZ A

Parthiv misses ton; Vijay, Rahane flop as India A 467/8 decl vs NZ A

Rediff.com17 Nov 2018

Opting to bat after winning the toss, India A declared their first innings after some useful contributions from the lower-order batsmen. The visitors were 340 for five at stumps on the opening day at the Bay Oval.

What's good for your bike: Carburettor or EFI?

What's good for your bike: Carburettor or EFI?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2013

Find out the pros and cons of using and old as well as modern bike technology.

Study Abroad: The Scramble for Education Loans

Study Abroad: The Scramble for Education Loans

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

Indian students planning to study abroad this year have to pay higher fee, fund their quarantine stay and also compete for on campus work opportunities.

America's message to India in a warship

America's message to India in a warship

Rediff.com28 Apr 2021

'Movement of naval forces at sea is often more than just perfunctory deployment -- reading the messages that they send is important,' alerts Vice Admiral Premvir Das (retd).

2G: Ambani resiles from statement, denies knowing Swan Tel

2G: Ambani resiles from statement, denies knowing Swan Tel

Rediff.com22 Aug 2013

CBI had to cross-examine him as Ambani 'changed his statement'.

Would you pay Rs 107,550 for the new Moto Razr?

Would you pay Rs 107,550 for the new Moto Razr?

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com brings you the pros and cons.

Experts caution on Facebook IPO frenzy

Experts caution on Facebook IPO frenzy

Rediff.com18 May 2012

As the shares of social networking giant Facebook begin trading on the NASDAQ exchange today, experts believe that the stock is overpriced at $38 apiece and one must wait for now to invest in the firm.

WT20: India's middle-order on test against Malaysia

WT20: India's middle-order on test against Malaysia

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

India's unpredictable middle-order has repeatedly squandered good starts at the women's T20 World cup. In all the three matches, the bowling unit bailed the side out.

Top 12 birth control methods

Top 12 birth control methods

Rediff.com18 Jul 2013

Different methods suit different people. Weigh the pros and cons and choose the best one for you.

From Jeev to Shubhankar, golfers return to practice with COVID guidelines

From Jeev to Shubhankar, golfers return to practice with COVID guidelines

Rediff.com21 May 2020

India's top golfers returned to practice at courses across the country after weeks of inactivity brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Binod Pandey scores hole-in-one

Binod Pandey scores hole-in-one

Rediff.com26 Aug 2003

The Kolkata pro achieved the feat at the Hero Honda Open South 2003.

2013 World Photo Awards: And the winners are

2013 World Photo Awards: And the winners are

Rediff.com21 Mar 2013

The World Photography Organisation has revealed the winners for the Open, Youth and 3D categories of the 2013 Sony World Photography Awards.