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Meet the BITS-Pilani alumnus changing life in the hills with jobs

Meet the BITS-Pilani alumnus changing life in the hills with jobs

Rediff.com4 Jan 2018

He is stemming migration to cities and ushering in social change in Uttarakhand.

Movies, masti and... merchandise!

Movies, masti and... merchandise!

Rediff.com10 Apr 2017

Global studios and indie content shops tap into the growing fan base for movie and TV characters in India, report Arundhuti Dasgupta & Urvi Malvania.

Auto companies post mixed results

Auto companies post mixed results

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

Exports in August were up 10.3 per cent to 12,472 units from 11,305 units in the same month of previous year.

The game is on and India is way behind

The game is on and India is way behind

Rediff.com7 Apr 2018

UAVs are an intrinsic part of today's technology driven battlefield. Indians don't seem to be taking the challenge with the degree of urgency that is required, says Brigadier S K Chatterji (retd).

Indira Gandhi: Fearlessness in the national interest

Indira Gandhi: Fearlessness in the national interest

Rediff.com20 Nov 2017

'Fearlessness, courtesy, humour, wide interests and wisdom, deep commitment to science and technology, passion for the environment, objectivity and the ability to see many things through not only a national but also an international prism.'

Ruthless Chelsea and Man City march on

Ruthless Chelsea and Man City march on

Rediff.com14 Dec 2014

Chelsea and Manchester City tightened their stranglehold on the Premier League title race on Saturday, recording victories over struggling clubs to stretch further clear of their increasingly forlorn pursuers.

#RIPSridevi: 'I am in shock. Can't stop crying'

#RIPSridevi: 'I am in shock. Can't stop crying'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2018

Bollywood is in shock after Sridevi's death.

Meet Sachin Tendulkar's English mother-in-law

Meet Sachin Tendulkar's English mother-in-law

Rediff.com8 Jan 2020

Annabel Mehta, Sachin Tendulkar's mother-in-law, has dedicated her life to working with the Beautiful People of the other half of Mumbai without whom the city would neither exist nor thrive. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel met the amazing lady who was awarded the Member of the Order of the British Empire for her service to underprivileged communities.

Apple's new iPads missing 'wow' factor

Apple's new iPads missing 'wow' factor

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

It see modest improvements such as a fingerprint sensor.

I Am Bihar: 'Once someone fired a gun at my show'

I Am Bihar: 'Once someone fired a gun at my show'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

Vicky Toppo is a young man who transforms into a woman each time he takes to the stage to dance to Bhojpuri or Bollywood songs. He tells Archana Masih about life as an entertainer in the interiors of Bihar's villages.

The chef who is taking Indian cuisine to New York

The chef who is taking Indian cuisine to New York

Rediff.com16 Dec 2016

In a career spanning nearly three decades, Floyd Cardoz has always drawn on food memories to create a new culinary language.

The Kawasaki Ninja 400 breaks our hearts... here's why!

The Kawasaki Ninja 400 breaks our hearts... here's why!

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

Is the new Kawasaki Ninja 400 just a Ninja 300 with an extra 100cc? Or is there more here than meets the eye?

Leh to Srinagar: A slice of paradise on Earth

Leh to Srinagar: A slice of paradise on Earth

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

'The beautiful valleys dotted by standing trees, white rocks and gushing streams were an instant respite for our sleep-deprived eyes.'

Xiaomi launches killer phones to take on iPhone 6

Xiaomi launches killer phones to take on iPhone 6

Rediff.com15 Jan 2015

China's smartphone giant Xiaomi on Thursday launched its new flagship phones to rival iPhone 6 at virtually half the prices and vowed to expand its India operations, brushing aside the legal challenges it faced over patent issues.

#FoodPorn: 10 Instagram foodies you must follow

#FoodPorn: 10 Instagram foodies you must follow

Rediff.com13 Jan 2017

You'll be forgiven for salivating over these droolworthy pics that will give you a 'foodgasm'!

10 wonderful ideas for a romantic 'first' date

10 wonderful ideas for a romantic 'first' date

Rediff.com22 Dec 2014

Whether the relationship lasts beyond one date or not, memories from these 10 unique dates will stay with you.

How long will the commodity rally last?

How long will the commodity rally last?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

The dollar has fallen not just against commodity-linked assets but against other asset prices.

iPhone 6 screen snag may delay its launch

iPhone 6 screen snag may delay its launch

Rediff.com22 Aug 2014

Suppliers to Apple Inc are scrambling to get enough screens ready for the new iPhone 6 smartphone as the need to redesign a key component disrupted panel production ahead of next month's expected launch, supply chain sources said.

5 traditional Christmas recipes

5 traditional Christmas recipes

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

What is Christmas without some traditional food?

Why Sri Sri is laughing all the way to the bank

Why Sri Sri is laughing all the way to the bank

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

Yoga, wellness, meditation, Ayurveda, software and ... toothpaste - Sri Sri Ravi Shankar has successfully merged business with spirituality

PHOTOS: India thrash South Africa by 130 runs for second win

PHOTOS: India thrash South Africa by 130 runs for second win

Rediff.com22 Feb 2015

Images from the World Cup 'Pool B' match between India and South Africa at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Meet the Shashi Kapoor no one knows!

Meet the Shashi Kapoor no one knows!

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

'In the late 1960s, Shashi Kapoor did not have any work. We saw a lot of him then. He sold his sports car. Mum also started selling things because we didn't have money.' 'After Sharmilee (1971), things changed again.' Kunal Kapoor talks to Patcy N/ Rediff.com about his famous father.

Rejected for her weight, she became a beauty queen

Rejected for her weight, she became a beauty queen

Rediff.com15 Feb 2017

At 62 kg, Miss Indore Mannat Singh, who recently walked at the LFW is struggling to gain acceptance on the catwalk.

India in command after captain Kohli leads by example

India in command after captain Kohli leads by example

Rediff.com5 Dec 2015

Captain Virat Kohli roared back to form with a scintillating unbeaten 83 as India further consolidated their position with whopping overall lead of 403 runs at stumps on Day 3 of the fourth and final Test against South Africa at the Feroz Shah Kotla, in Delhi, on Saturday.

Tips to treat 6 summer skin problems

Tips to treat 6 summer skin problems

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

The scorching summer season is approaching, and it brings along several skin problems. Are you geared up to fix them yet?

What do models eat?

What do models eat?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

Beauty pageants involve diets and long rigorous workouts. Here are 4 recipes that were part of the diet that models participating in the Miss Diva Universe 2014 contest were following.

Storming the Thar

Storming the Thar

Rediff.com22 Apr 2016

The six-day Maruti Suzuki Desert Storm Rally through Rajasthan is a test of skill and endurance, says Aakash S Paul.

'It is advantage Rajinikanth now'

'It is advantage Rajinikanth now'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2018

'The BJP has been wooing him for quite some time.' 'But he didn't join the BJP; he started his own party.' 'Remember he has Hindus, Muslims and Christians as his fans.' 'He will never antagonise any of his fans.'

Ancient grains make a comeback in Indian kitchens

Ancient grains make a comeback in Indian kitchens

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Make modern meals from ancient grains.

8 reasons why you must intern with a start-up

8 reasons why you must intern with a start-up

Rediff.com28 Apr 2015

What would you rather be -- a clerk at work or a contributing member of a project?

Mummy Ka Khaana: 5 delicious recipes

Mummy Ka Khaana: 5 delicious recipes

Rediff.com4 May 2016

This Mother's Day, strengthen the bond of love with your mother over delicious delicacies.

Audi TT: A practical, luxurious car but price is a dampener

Audi TT: A practical, luxurious car but price is a dampener

Rediff.com18 May 2015

The new Audi TT is a fabulous coupe with much more comfortable ride quality and razor sharp handling.

Ganesh Chaturthi Special: 5 different but easy modak recipes

Ganesh Chaturthi Special: 5 different but easy modak recipes

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

Wow your guests with these delicious modak preparations.

Easter recipes: Meen Mappas, Dukra Maas and more

Easter recipes: Meen Mappas, Dukra Maas and more

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

Easter, the feast of reverence and symbolism, after the austere period of fasting, chimes with the mood of celebration and is all about good food.

Rahane, Uthappa steer India to easy win over Bangladesh

Rahane, Uthappa steer India to easy win over Bangladesh

Rediff.com15 Jun 2014

Ajinkya Rahane paced his innings to perfection in the company of comeback man Robin Uthappa, as India cruised to a seven-wicket victory over Bangladesh in a rain-truncated first One-Day International in Mirpur, on Sunday. Chasing a target of 273 in 50 overs, India were cruising at 100 for one in 16.4 overs when the heavens opened up, leading to play being stopped for nearly two hours.

Congress and its 'Achche Din' dreams

Congress and its 'Achche Din' dreams

Rediff.com30 Nov 2015

The resurgence that Congressmen feel is in fact more sentimental than substantive. The substantive reality is that the Congress is a party in terminal decline since 1989, says Shekhar Gupta.

Rough and tough Hyundai i20 has a long way to go

Rough and tough Hyundai i20 has a long way to go

Rediff.com28 Mar 2015

HYUNDAI I20 ACTIVE is fully loaded with features and has two well-refined engine options.

In Tesla, electric car makers find a spark

In Tesla, electric car makers find a spark

Rediff.com13 Apr 2016

Model 3 received 180,000 orders worldwide.

Arundhati Bhattacharya's 'Super Six' strategy worked wonders for SBI

Arundhati Bhattacharya's 'Super Six' strategy worked wonders for SBI

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

SBI's gross NPA figures have shown a decline for three consecutive quarters.

Zorawar Kalra is taking Indian cuisine to the world

Zorawar Kalra is taking Indian cuisine to the world

Rediff.com24 May 2016

'It should be considered one of the primary cuisines on Earth,' Zorawar Kalra tells Avantika Bhuyan.