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12 Rocking Christmas Markets

12 Rocking Christmas Markets

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

The beautiful twinkling Christmas markets that come up across the world, as December begins, allow you to step into the magic Christmas.

8 Places To Be For A Perfect Christmas

8 Places To Be For A Perfect Christmas

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

Which are some of most special places in the world to celebrate Christmas?

Alia Bhatt Celebrates Birthday with Ranbir, Raha

Alia Bhatt Celebrates Birthday with Ranbir, Raha

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Alia Bhatt celebrated her 33rd birthday with family, sharing photos of the celebrations on social media. The actress also has an upcoming spy thriller film called 'Alpha'.

Flight Chaos Fuels Year-End Staycation Boom

Flight Chaos Fuels Year-End Staycation Boom

Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

'The entire travel ecosystem is reeling with the domino impact of flight cancellations.'

OTT Shows Are Driving North East Tourism

OTT Shows Are Driving North East Tourism

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

Cities across the north east have recorded significant year-on-year growth in air traffic, pointing to a clear link between screen exposure and travel intent.

Jingle Bell Rock: The Most Festive Christmas Cities

Jingle Bell Rock: The Most Festive Christmas Cities

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

From twinkling lights to festive markets, explore the top destinations to enjoy a magical Christmas holiday season.

Planning A New Year Hol? Book Soon!

Planning A New Year Hol? Book Soon!

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

Demand for the Christmas period is expected to rise further in the coming days.

Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins Review: This Vault's Empty!

Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins Review: This Vault's Empty!

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Forget smarts or cheek, there's little novelty to be found in Jewel Thief's juvenile script, barring its now free usage of the F-word to make it sound all hip and adult, observes Sukanya Verma.

Tourist boat capsizes off Calangute beach in Goa, 1 dead

Tourist boat capsizes off Calangute beach in Goa, 1 dead

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

One person died and 20 others were rescued after a tourist boat capsized in the Arabian Sea off Calangute beach in North Goa on Wednesday, police said.

Omicron Cancels Christmas, New Year Parties

Omicron Cancels Christmas, New Year Parties

Rediff.com22 Dec 2021

'We are not organising any large celebrations on New Year's Eve to avoid last-minute changes in guidelines.'

The Scotsman Who Knows India Better Than Many Of Us

The Scotsman Who Knows India Better Than Many Of Us

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Bill Aitken came to India nearly 60 years ago. He never returned. An Indian citizen since 1972, he tells Rediff.com's Archana Masih how India changed his life forever.

2024's Must Watch Indian Films

2024's Must Watch Indian Films

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Aseem Chhabra picks his top 10 Indian films of 2024, which includes films that have had theatrical releases or are streaming on OTT.

11 places to vacation this Christmas!

11 places to vacation this Christmas!

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

If you plan to go on a holiday soon, we can help you out with the list of places which are really fascinating.

Gayle Rules The Skies!

Gayle Rules The Skies!

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

The party never stops for Gayle, be it be up in the skies!

Was this Virat and Anushka's honeymoon destination?

Was this Virat and Anushka's honeymoon destination?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2017

It's out of the world!

How Rakul And Jackky Fell In Love

How Rakul And Jackky Fell In Love

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

After dating for almost four years, Rakul Singh and Jackky Bhagnani are set to get married on February 21.

India most booked destination globally in 2020, Delhi on top: Oyo report

India most booked destination globally in 2020, Delhi on top: Oyo report

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

In December, over 1.7 million people have checked in over the weekends.

Williamson steps down as NZ captain

Williamson steps down as NZ captain

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Kane Williamson has stepped down as captain of New Zealand's white-ball teams

Want to experience white Christmas in India?

Want to experience white Christmas in India?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2017

You wouldn't want to miss these unexplored, mesmerising snow hamlets in India.

Bangladesh Crisis: Advantage Tiruppur!

Bangladesh Crisis: Advantage Tiruppur!

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

India's gain will be an additional business of $300 million to $400 million per month if 10-11% of Bangladesh's export is diverted to Indian hubs like Tiruppur.

France allows plane with about 300 Indians to fly after 3-day delay

France allows plane with about 300 Indians to fly after 3-day delay

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

Four French judges earlier in the day began questioning the passengers detained by the French authorities at Vatry airport, 150 km east of Paris, since Thursday over suspected "human trafficking".

When It Was Bradman Versus India

When It Was Bradman Versus India

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

History has not seen a cricketing rivalry as fierce as this this century, every ball bowled every run taken, coming with no quarter given. Ahead of India's five Test tour of Australia, Norma Astrid Godinho/Rediff.com takes a walk down memory lane, recounting India's sojourns Down Under from 1947 to 2021, in a 4-part series.

Extra security for Aligarh churches due to controversial Christmas day re-conversions

Extra security for Aligarh churches due to controversial Christmas day re-conversions

Rediff.com16 Dec 2014

Amid the proposed mass conversion ceremony by leaders of an Aligarh-based outfit here on December 25, the Christian community has sought for additional security for their churches in the city.

Katrina Makes Pretty Pictures For Vicky

Katrina Makes Pretty Pictures For Vicky

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

Ahead of their first wedding anniversary, Vicky Kaushal whisked his wife Katrina Kaif off to an undisclosed destination.

Hotels roll out red carpet for year-end vacationers

Hotels roll out red carpet for year-end vacationers

Rediff.com28 Oct 2021

After a better-than-expected Dussehra weekend, hospitality firms are hopeful of ending the year on a positive note by doing good business over Christmas and the New Year. Typically, year-end bookings kick in two to four weeks before the season begins. Owing to pandemic-related uncertainties, hotels are seeing a significant reduction in the booking window, with travellers waiting till the last minute to make hotel reservations.

Sharvari Can't Get Enough Of...

Sharvari Can't Get Enough Of...

Rediff.com25 Dec 2022

Here's a look at the Bollywood stars who are holidaying abroad this festive season.

Outbound travel picks up, India remains top source for several countries

Outbound travel picks up, India remains top source for several countries

Rediff.com9 Jan 2023

Travel from India increased significantly after resumption of direct flights in March, Turkiye Tourism Board said, with destination weddings contributing to arrivals

How to choose a study abroad destination

How to choose a study abroad destination

Rediff.com6 Nov 2015

While Europe's rich culture and heritage may attract you, the American hype cannot be ignored too.

Of Akshay, IFFI And Controversies...

Of Akshay, IFFI And Controversies...

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

The controversy about The Kashmir Files may have got all the eyeballs but there was much more to the closing ceremony of the 53rd edition of International Film Festival of India in Goa.

Ayodhya Is Getting Ready For The Big Day

Ayodhya Is Getting Ready For The Big Day

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

With the spate of businesses turning their attention to Ayodhya, land rates have shot up, in some pockets by as much as 10 times. Whether one walks into a hotel lobby or sits down for a meal, land deals are being discussed at every other table -- one on one or among groups.

The most photographed destinations of 2015

The most photographed destinations of 2015

Rediff.com28 Dec 2015

This list goes ahead to prove that people still love the touristy spots!

'Every airport in India is on our radar'

'Every airport in India is on our radar'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

'Domestic will remain very much the core of what IndiGo is.' 'But the emphasis in our next growth phase is going to be on the international side.'

Single During The Hols? 10 Ways To Be Happy

Single During The Hols? 10 Ways To Be Happy

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

When you do the things that keep your soul alive, you realise that happiness was never tied to someone else.

In midst of holiday season, Dubai flights hit by seat allocation dispute

In midst of holiday season, Dubai flights hit by seat allocation dispute

Rediff.com25 Dec 2020

Dispute arose as Indian carriers objected to Emirates flying passengers beyond Dubai, and Dubai authorities complained that Indian airlines have been flying more flights than allocated to its carriers.

Airfares rise 30-100% against pre-pandemic levels: Thomas Cook

Airfares rise 30-100% against pre-pandemic levels: Thomas Cook

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

With a surge in domestic air passenger traffic, the airfares have risen by 30 per cent to 100 per cent of the pre-pandemic levels amid the festive season, a top Thomas Cook executive has said. The domestic air passenger traffic increased around 67 per cent year-on-year in October. Thomas Cook, however, expects the airfares to be levelled off going forward, as the domestic carriers operate with 100 per cent capacity.

India ushers in New Year sans Covid curbs after 2 yrs

India ushers in New Year sans Covid curbs after 2 yrs

Rediff.com1 Jan 2023

Large crowds thronged popular boulevards, tourist hubs and entertainment centres across India and many joined special prayers at places of worship on Sunday as people stepped out to celebrate the New Year without COVID-19 restrictions.

'Are you from the land of yoga?'

'Are you from the land of yoga?'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

'If I were to say, I had the best vegetarian food in my life in Vietnam, nobody would believe me.' 'When I proclaimed this to my friends, they didn't believe me. I had to show them the pictures and make them drool!!'

It's raining freebies and discounts at hotels!

It's raining freebies and discounts at hotels!

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

From free salons to discounted room rates, hotels are offering it all.

The Soul Catcher

The Soul Catcher

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

Yamini has superpowers that help her intercept souls headed to heaven or the afterworld or for reincarnation and spirits them away, on another course, to those in need.

It's not too late to plan your New Year getaway!

It's not too late to plan your New Year getaway!

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

An expert reveals how you can still get out of town for the upcoming long weekend.