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Jet-Etihad deal will bring down air fares

Jet-Etihad deal will bring down air fares

Rediff.com25 Apr 2013

The Rs 2,058 crore (Rs 20.58 billion) deal between Jet Airways and Etihad Airways will benefit passengers, as increased competition will bring down air fares, aviation sector experts said.

The top 10 retirement destinations in the world

The top 10 retirement destinations in the world

Rediff.com17 Jan 2014

If you are in your sunset years, here are nations that give you the best deal.

Inside the biggest cruise ship ever constructed

Inside the biggest cruise ship ever constructed

Rediff.com24 Jul 2014

It is five times the size of Titanic.

SC denies early hearing to Swamy's plea to provide facilities in Ayodhya

SC denies early hearing to Swamy's plea to provide facilities in Ayodhya

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to give an early hearing to Bharatiya Janata Party leader Subramanian Swamy's plea seeking facilities for the devotees visiting the disputed site in Ayodhya.

Day after quitting RJD, Raghuvansh reaches out to Nitish

Day after quitting RJD, Raghuvansh reaches out to Nitish

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

In his letter to Kumar, the veteran leader has made a series of suggestions including an amendment in Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Gurantee Act, bringing Lord Buddha's begging bowl from Kabul and hoisting tricolor at Vaishali, the land of world's first Republic.

Vote - Are you happy with the Railway Budget?

Vote - Are you happy with the Railway Budget?

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

The Railway Budget for 2016-17 spared passengers and freight from any increase in tariffs.

PMO gets over 61,000 public grievances per month

PMO gets over 61,000 public grievances per month

Rediff.com11 May 2016

Over 61,000 public grievances related to a range of issues are received by the Prime Minister's Office every month, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said on Wednesday.

Dronacharya awardee boxing coach O P Bhardwaj dies

Dronacharya awardee boxing coach O P Bhardwaj dies

Rediff.com21 May 2021

Tokyo-bound AFI medical commission chairman AK Mendiratta dies of COVID-19.

Fall in line or rework 2021 poll options: AIADMK to BJP

Fall in line or rework 2021 poll options: AIADMK to BJP

Rediff.com27 Dec 2020

The BJP has to endorse chief minister K Palaniswami's candidature for the CM's post for the polls and agree to its other terms -- like non-participation in government -- and if not, should rethink of its 2021 electoral options, the AIADMK indicated at its meet.

Top retirement destinations in the world

Top retirement destinations in the world

Rediff.com4 Oct 2013

These countries off easy life, better access to healthcare and cheaper cost of living.

Train fares to go up from January 1

Train fares to go up from January 1

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

While suburban fares remain unchanged, ordinary non-AC, non-suburban fares were increased by 1 paise per km of journey. The Railways also announced a two-paise/km hike in fares of mail/express non-AC trains and four- paise/km hike in the fares of AC classes. The fare hike is also applicable to premium trains such as Shatabdi, Rajdhani and Duronto.

Govt issues advisory for containment of COVID-19 in slums

Govt issues advisory for containment of COVID-19 in slums

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

For communities, inadequate shelter and overcrowding are risk factors in the transmission of diseases with epidemic potential such as COVID-19, the National Centre for Disease Control, which falls under the health ministry, said.

Will Nirav Modi be extradited to India by the end of 2020?

Will Nirav Modi be extradited to India by the end of 2020?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

Modi is subject to two sets of criminal proceedings, the first brought by the CBI relating to a large-scale fraud said to have been committed upon PNB and the ED case, relating to the laundering of the proceeds of that fraud.

Railway Budget: No cut in fares, new trains likely

Railway Budget: No cut in fares, new trains likely

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

Faced with revenue shortfall, Railway Minister Mallikarjun Kharge is likely to refrain from announcing many populist measures in the interim budget on February 12.

Three ways to combat coronavirus

Three ways to combat coronavirus

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

'It is clear that primary care would be extremely critical in providing care to and preventing deaths of large numbers of patients,' says Pavitra Mohan and Jagdish Rattanani.

Mall developers rework rent for retailers

Mall developers rework rent for retailers

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

Among the options being weighed are discounts on existing rentals, short-term deferrals, and 50 per cent waivers.

Railways may convert 20,000 coaches into isolation wards

Railways may convert 20,000 coaches into isolation wards

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

In a letter to all the zonal general managers on Monday, the board has said that initially 5,000 coaches will be converted.

How Indo-Pak tension helps US gameplan in Afghanistan

How Indo-Pak tension helps US gameplan in Afghanistan

Rediff.com20 Aug 2019

The current Indo-Pak crisis over Kashmir is a godsend for the US. With tensions running high, Pakistan is in no position to militarily help the Taliban. Once this realisation dawns on the Taliban, they are likely to be more amenable to a compromise on American terms, says Colonel Anil Athale (retired).

Finally, some good news for tourism sector

Finally, some good news for tourism sector

Rediff.com25 Oct 2020

Goa, Kerala, Maldives and Dubai are among the popular destinations.

Chennai deluge: It's time to question reckless urbanisation

Chennai deluge: It's time to question reckless urbanisation

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

Govt's focus on 'smart cities' is fine, but basic amenities must be put into place first.

6 stunning undersea hotels

6 stunning undersea hotels

Rediff.com31 Mar 2014

The engineering marvels are once in a lifetime experience.

The most impressive debuts in Malayalam Films, 2013

The most impressive debuts in Malayalam Films, 2013

Rediff.com14 Jan 2014

Here is our list of impressive debuts in Malayalam last year.

Most expensive hotels in the world

Most expensive hotels in the world

Rediff.com15 Jul 2014

Among the 20 most expensive places, the cheapest one charges you an average rate of Rs 115,605 each night. The most expensive can cost you more than three times of this amount.

Mr Modi, Mr Fadnavis: We Mumbaikars deserve better

Mr Modi, Mr Fadnavis: We Mumbaikars deserve better

Rediff.com4 Jul 2018

'It is surprising Mumbaikars take it all in their stride, but it has nothing to do with the crappy spirit of Mumbai that television channels extol every time a tragedy hits us, but all to do with the compulsion of stepping out to earn one's daily roti and dal,' says N Suresh.

Kejriwal outlines relief plan for Delhi riot victims

Kejriwal outlines relief plan for Delhi riot victims

Rediff.com29 Feb 2020

Kejriwal said the government has set up 9 shelters for the riot-affected people and is distributing food among them.

Reforms yes, but Modi is far from creating a new India: US experts

Reforms yes, but Modi is far from creating a new India: US experts

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

Two years of the NDA government have instituted significant reforms, including the passing of the GST bill in India but "cultural issues and saffronisation" have resulted in a slow incremental change instead of big bang reforms, according to a top American think-tank.

Railways to take MP funds, support from NGOs to set up toilets

Railways to take MP funds, support from NGOs to set up toilets

Rediff.com26 May 2015

The railway division is in talks with Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation.

Inside Google's upcoming London headquarters

Inside Google's upcoming London headquarters

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

The search engine giant is now constructing a new headquarters in London that will have a swimming pool, a running track, and all other amenities that adorn its offices worldwide.

The Top Performances by Malayalam Actors in 2013

The Top Performances by Malayalam Actors in 2013

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

Fahadh Faasil who acted in as many as 12 films was outstanding in 2013.

The Top Performances by Malayalam Actors in 2013

The Top Performances by Malayalam Actors in 2013

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

Fahadh Faasil who acted in as many as 12 films was outstanding in 2013.

Buildings that will change India's skyline

Buildings that will change India's skyline

Rediff.com4 Oct 2013

Let's take a look at some of the world-class buildings are coming in different Indian cities.

Nearly 1,000 railway stations developed as 'Adarsh' stations

Nearly 1,000 railway stations developed as 'Adarsh' stations

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu said review of the facilities available at stations developed as 'Adarsh' stations.

Why all coronavirus cases in India are from Kerala

Why all coronavirus cases in India are from Kerala

Rediff.com5 Feb 2020

Wuhan has been a popular destination for Keralites and others as an educational hub with quality and affordable medical courses attracting overseas scholars.

'It will be a hung assembly in Kerala'

'It will be a hung assembly in Kerala'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

'Kerala voters vote from their mind rather than their heart.'

JK: Army provides medical aid to over 53,000 flood victims

JK: Army provides medical aid to over 53,000 flood victims

Rediff.com15 Sep 2014

The India Army has treated 53,082 flood victims in Jammu and Kashmir, where 80 medical teams of the Armed Forces Medical Services are already operating in full swing.

Violence no solution, seek dialogue: PM in 'Mann ki Baat'

Violence no solution, seek dialogue: PM in 'Mann ki Baat'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2020

He said that the countrymen will be thrilled to know that insurgency in the North-East has considerably reduced.

1000 pregnant women die every day in India

1000 pregnant women die every day in India

Rediff.com20 Sep 2010

Analysts and several reports have suggested that despite high economic growth, India is falling behind on achieving the Millennium Development Goals set by the United Nations

3 Indian hotels among world's BEST

3 Indian hotels among world's BEST

Rediff.com14 Aug 2013

The hotels from India offer a rich cultural experience entwined with a history.

The misery of gold miners in Sudan

The misery of gold miners in Sudan

Rediff.com2 Aug 2013

In their quest for gold, these miners risk their lives and plunge into dark gorges in the barren deserts of Sudan.

Fahadh Faasil: I am a bad boy

Fahadh Faasil: I am a bad boy

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

The actor talks about his films and clears the air on the controversy surrounding Lal Jose's Immanuel.