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A quick look at your new Spider-Man!

A quick look at your new Spider-Man!

Rediff.com12 Jul 2010

All I can say about Garfield is amen. Spidey's in good hands.

Passengers? Didi has lot on offer

Passengers? Didi has lot on offer

Rediff.com24 Feb 2010

Construction of more underpasses besides road overbridges, dedicated passenger corridors are also on the anvil, the railway minister said.

Fighting COVID-19: TIPS from an ex-Army officer

Fighting COVID-19: TIPS from an ex-Army officer

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

Bengaluru based Dinesh Malhotra, 54, an ex-Army officer who is working as a human resource professional in a construction firm shares some survival tips.

First Look: Asif Ali and Sunny Wayne with Andrea

First Look: Asif Ali and Sunny Wayne with Andrea

Rediff.com19 Nov 2013

Debutant director Ajith Pillai directs a Malayalam thriller Mosayile Kuthirameenukal.

Railways could soon have its own TV channel

Railways could soon have its own TV channel

Rediff.com15 Oct 2009

The channel should also act as a medium in promoting tourism and culture across the country.

On the campaign trail with Mani Shankar Aiyar

On the campaign trail with Mani Shankar Aiyar

Rediff.com13 May 2009

Mayiladuthurai in Tamil Nadu might still lack basic amenities, but lack of development has not deterred its MP Mani Shankar Aiyar from embarking on a flamboyant campaign.

Tourism Min sanctions Rs 100 cr special package for U'khand

Tourism Min sanctions Rs 100 cr special package for U'khand

Rediff.com26 Jun 2013

The fund will be used to restore and reconstruct the government tourist facilities

Karna CM writes to PM for holding Aero India in Bengaluru

Karna CM writes to PM for holding Aero India in Bengaluru

Rediff.com13 Aug 2018

Ever since its inception in 1996, Bengaluru has been playing host to Asia's biggest air show.

Discover your inner James Bond at this spy museum

Discover your inner James Bond at this spy museum

Rediff.com27 Feb 2018

It's not easy to be a spy. The job requires a unique set of skills, including mastery of a wide range of gadgets and devices. Now, at the new Spyscape museum in New York, one can not only experience what being a 007 spy entails, but also learn about the history of espionage.

SEE: Why Modi should listen to this rickshaw driver

SEE: Why Modi should listen to this rickshaw driver

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

'The government is not doing anything for the people. They don't know that people foremost need jobs. Where there are no jobs available, you see the youth turning to crime,' says Chennai autorickshaw driver, singer and composer Parthasarathy.

Can France emulate World Cup-Euro double?

Can France emulate World Cup-Euro double?

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

The 44-year-old Pires was a member of the French side and teammate of current national manager Didier Deschamps that won the tournament for the first time at home in 1998.

For Rohingyas, Tamil Nadu offers succour during lockdown

For Rohingyas, Tamil Nadu offers succour during lockdown

Rediff.com8 May 2020

A cyclone shelter building at Kelambakkam, which was recently given a fresh coat of paint, is the current home of nearly 100 Rohingyas who belong to 18 families. The neighbourhood is on the way to Mamallapuram, about 25 km from Tiruvanmiyur in south Chennai. While some Rohingya men work as butchers, some are helpers in restaurants and others do odd jobs like delivering goods on their fish cart.

Why NHAI may shut its electronic-tolling arm

Why NHAI may shut its electronic-tolling arm

Rediff.com30 Jul 2018

IHMCL implemented the FASTag electronic tolling of national highways, but due to technical glitches, road ministry is mulling the option of offering this job to a Korean company

Former Indian student alleges abuse by university

Former Indian student alleges abuse by university

Rediff.com4 Jun 2009

38-year old Richard Harvey, who was studying at the Meridian International School in 2007, said university employees ridiculed him when he requested toilet paper and drinking water be made available on campus.

Suresh Prabhu: Two years of mixed performance

Suresh Prabhu: Two years of mixed performance

Rediff.com26 May 2016

Despite these successes, Railway Minister Prabhu has had his share of criticism.

55% voting in Mumbai; CM thanks people for 'record' turnout

55% voting in Mumbai; CM thanks people for 'record' turnout

Rediff.com22 Feb 2017

About 56 per cent was the overall turnout for 10 municipal corporations across Maharashtra.

World's 10 best airports

World's 10 best airports

Rediff.com26 Mar 2010

The Skytrax World Airport Awards were announced on March 23 at a ceremony in Brussels, Belgium, as part of the Passenger Terminal Expo. According to results released on March 24, the world's best airport in 2010 was Changi in Singapore, followed by Incheon in Seoul and Hong Kong International Airport. The rest of Skytrax's top 10 list included Kuala Lumpur, Beijing, Auckland and Bangkok from the Asia-Pacific region, and Munich, Zurich and Amsterdam from Europe.

'Is parallel system running in jails': SC on special treatment to Chandra brothers

'Is parallel system running in jails': SC on special treatment to Chandra brothers

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

A bench headed by Justice Madan B Lokur asked the Centre as to what action has been taken in the matter.

Varanasi station has been their home since the lockdown

Varanasi station has been their home since the lockdown

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

'The government and railways are looking after us, but I just want to get home.'

AP: State govt fails, but Lok Satta succeeds

AP: State govt fails, but Lok Satta succeeds

Rediff.com5 Jul 2009

The government primary school at Hydernagar in Serilingampally, on the outskirts of Hyderabad, is unlike any other government school in the state. With a fresh coat of paint, the school sports a tidy look and boasts of basic amenities including toilet, drinking water and newly laid flooring.Not surprisingly, the government had nothing to do with the school's revamped look. The school was granted a new lease of life by political party Lok Satta.

President calls for better towns

President calls for better towns

Rediff.com23 Oct 2008

In view of growing urbanisation in the country, President Pratibha Patil on Wednesday called upon policy makers to follow "systematic urban planning and proper urban governance."

Mamata promises a pro-people Rail Budget

Mamata promises a pro-people Rail Budget

Rediff.com2 Jul 2009

According to sources close to her, the budget in a way would reflect Mamata's vision for the Railways in the coming years and means of generating resources for key projects.

Heavy shelling by Pak in areas along LoC, woman injured

Heavy shelling by Pak in areas along LoC, woman injured

Rediff.com1 Mar 2019

The firing and mortar shelling continued night long in several sectors of Poonch and Rajouri districts.

Karzai ready to accept runoff after election audit

Karzai ready to accept runoff after election audit

Rediff.com20 Oct 2009

The New York Times quoted the officials as saying that Karzai was moving toward accepting the findings of an international audit that stripped him of nearly a third of his votes in the first round, leaving him below the 50 percent threshold that would have allowed him to avoid a runoff and declare victory over his main rival, Abdullah Abdullah.

Mamata's budget to push PPP projects

Mamata's budget to push PPP projects

Rediff.com25 Jun 2009

If the Indian Railways, therefore, wishes to implement its expenditure plans as outlined in the Interim Railway Budget, it has to look for alternative sources of funding. One option under study is to adopt the PPP route to implement new projects. Mamata Banerjee's first Railway Budget in the United Progressive Alliance government, therefore, may outline major PPP initiatives for several new projects, say railway officials.

How Blood Donors India Saves Lives!

How Blood Donors India Saves Lives!

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

'Our network somehow saves 3,000 lives every year, but there's so much more to do, as every death due to shortage of blood is easily avoidable.'

How Yogi plans to develop Gorakhpur as regional air travel hub

How Yogi plans to develop Gorakhpur as regional air travel hub

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Although Gorakhpur is the largest urban centre and trading hub in Eastern UP, catering not only to the neighbouring district but also the adjoining Bihar and Nepal, it had been lacking in proper infrastructure of road and air connectivity, impeding the harnessing of its socioeconomic potential.

What Mamata promises in the Railway Budget

What Mamata promises in the Railway Budget

Rediff.com8 Jun 2009

Passenger amenities, safety and security will have priorities in the next Railway budget which is likely to be presented on July 1, Railway minister Mamata Banerjee has said.

Railways to pursue bullet train project

Railways to pursue bullet train project

Rediff.com1 Jun 2009

The bullet train project would be pursued by the railways, minister of state for railways K H Muniyappa said on Monday. Describing railway minister Mamata Banerjee as a dynamic leader, he said, "We will work together as a team for the betterment of railways".

Chadha group plans township in Amritsar

Chadha group plans township in Amritsar

Rediff.com12 Sep 2008

Group Vice-President (Sales and Marketing) Sudhir Gulati said Canton Greens, which is spread over an area of 100 acres near Amritsar, would offer a comprehensive modern city infrastructure. The group is investing Rs 300 crore (Rs 3 billion) on this project, which is likely to be completed in three years.

The good and bad of the new airports

The good and bad of the new airports

Rediff.com26 Jul 2008

Good-bye, all you folks at Airport Authority who ran the old airports, and good riddance.

How to book a hotel room for as low as Rs 250!

How to book a hotel room for as low as Rs 250!

Rediff.com2 Nov 2015

Aggregators provide standardised amenities and predictability of services, whereas online travel agents give wider choices and packaged travel deals.

SC asks states why they not be made liable to compensate people for bad air quality

SC asks states why they not be made liable to compensate people for bad air quality

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

The Supreme Court on Monday asked all the states to explain within six weeks as to why they should not be made liable to pay compensation to persons affected by bad air quality saying it is their bounden duty to provide basic civic amenities, clean air and drinking water to citizens.

Fraudsters who got longest sentences

Fraudsters who got longest sentences

Rediff.com10 Jul 2009

Bernie Madoff, notorious fraudster, was sentenced to 150 years in jail. Turns out, his sentence is only the 5th largest in recent years!

Mamata's plan to tone up Railways

Mamata's plan to tone up Railways

Rediff.com9 Jul 2009

The Railway Budget was on Thursday passed by the Lok Sabha with Minister Mamata Banerjee announcing a slew of measures to tone up the functioning of the Railways in terms of amenities and safety and deciding to set up an expert committee to prepare a blueprint for future.

Double Barrel to release on the Internet

Double Barrel to release on the Internet

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

Get your lowdown on what's happening in the Malayalam film industry, right here!

Blocked by US House Speaker, Trump delays State of the Union address

Blocked by US House Speaker, Trump delays State of the Union address

Rediff.com24 Jan 2019

Trump announcing his decision said it was Pelosi's "prerogative" to suggest a later date.

Now, Rajdhani offers Internet!

Now, Rajdhani offers Internet!

Rediff.com9 Apr 2008

Passengers of the Rajdhani Express trains can now enjoy facilities like Internet with the Railways roping in private players for offering such amenities in return of advertisement space.The contract to advertise on a particular train will be for one year and Railways will charge Rs 25 lakh per month from the interested party.

Coming soon: A Modi museum in Gujarat

Coming soon: A Modi museum in Gujarat

Rediff.com23 Apr 2017

The Gujarat tourism department is planning to convert the erstwhile house of Modi's family into a museum, reports Sohini Das.

Cong endorses construction of Ram temple

Cong endorses construction of Ram temple

Rediff.com10 Nov 2019

They said it was then prime minister Rajiv Gandhi who on February 1, 1986 got the permission for starting prayers at the disputed site and got the locks opened.