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10 Overrated Indian Destinations

10 Overrated Indian Destinations

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Popular doesn't always mean best. Here's why.

This CEO quit his job to become eco-entrepreneur

This CEO quit his job to become eco-entrepreneur

Rediff.com4 Mar 2010

One man's passion about an environment friendly mode of transport has got the humble bicycle competing with the automobiles.

Modi gifts green diamond to Jill Biden

Modi gifts green diamond to Jill Biden

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is in the United States for a three-day state visit, has gifted an eco-friendly lab-grown 7.5 carat diamond, placed in Kashmir's exquisite Papier mache box, to First Lady Jill Biden.

BCCI likely to help Nepal teams get game exposure and training in India

BCCI likely to help Nepal teams get game exposure and training in India

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

Having been a pillar of support for Afghanistan cricket for close to a decade now, the BCCI is set to extend infrastructure and exposure-related assistance to Nepal's talented players with the aim to maintain a robust cricketing eco-system in the South Asian region.

'Eco Wizards' to show their mettle in Sweden

'Eco Wizards' to show their mettle in Sweden

Rediff.com14 Apr 2005

The team of Bangalore students will compete with teams from 12 other countries at the finals of the Volvo Young Environmentalists Award 2005.

Renault's 'Captur' to take on Ford EcoSport, Maruti XA Alpha

Renault's 'Captur' to take on Ford EcoSport, Maruti XA Alpha

Rediff.com9 Feb 2015

French carmaker Renault is developing an even smaller sport utility vehicle Captur after the successful launch of the Duster in 2012.

Ford EcoSport: Offers a good balance of power and mileage

Ford EcoSport: Offers a good balance of power and mileage

Rediff.com29 May 2013

To hit Indian roads in mid-May.

Yeh Hai India: Why This Eco Grad Set Up A Tea Stall

Yeh Hai India: Why This Eco Grad Set Up A Tea Stall

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

After failing to find a job, Priyanka Gupta set up a tea stall near the Patna Women's College.

How this 19-year old eco-innovator wants to save the world

How this 19-year old eco-innovator wants to save the world

Rediff.com29 Oct 2013

Param Jaggi, a US-based inventor has big plans to save the planet through his eco-friendly, affordable and easy to use inventions.

Govt stops tourism activities at holy Jain site after protests

Govt stops tourism activities at holy Jain site after protests

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

The Union Environment Ministry sent a office memorandum to the state in this regard following directions from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, sources said.

Centre, Jh'khand won't convert Jain site into tourism hub: NCM chief

Centre, Jh'khand won't convert Jain site into tourism hub: NCM chief

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

The NCM had said earlier that it had received various representations from the Jain community regarding the conversion of Jain pilgrimage site Shri Sammed Shikharji Hill into an eco-tourism hub by the Jharkhand government and the central dispensation.

SC stays laying of paver blocks on roads in Matheran hill station

SC stays laying of paver blocks on roads in Matheran hill station

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

The top court observed that even in reserve forests, there are no concrete roads and the safari vehicles ply on forest roads.

Top 10 Skills To Succeed At Work

Top 10 Skills To Succeed At Work

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Digital literacy is emerging as the professional language of 2024. It is the ability to process complex data sets, deploy critical communication technologies appropriately and validate your importance at your workplace, explains Jagdeep Kochar, managing director, Baker & Taylor India.

Did Sara-Ananya Date the Same Man?

Did Sara-Ananya Date the Same Man?

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Kara Johar goes down memory lane and spilled the beans on his infamous rifts with Kareena Kapoor and Kajol.

8 easy ways to be eco-friendly around the house

8 easy ways to be eco-friendly around the house

Rediff.com15 Jan 2008

Want to live a more environmental friendly life but don't know how? Well, all you need to do is follow eight simple steps.

Highlights of FM's eco booster announcement

Highlights of FM's eco booster announcement

Rediff.com23 Aug 2019

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday announced a slew of measures to boost economic growth and address distress in various sectors

Govt sets up high-level 11-member panel to oversee cheetah project

Govt sets up high-level 11-member panel to oversee cheetah project

Rediff.com26 May 2023

The Centre has set up an 11-member high-level steering committee to review and monitor the progress of the cheetah reintroduction programme and provide suggestions on the opening of the cheetah habitat for eco-tourism.

HC stays opening of Sadguru's Isha Yoga Centre near Bengaluru

HC stays opening of Sadguru's Isha Yoga Centre near Bengaluru

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

Issuing notices to the state, the yoga centre, and 14 other respondents, the court issued the interim order of stay.

Is Renault Duster Coming Back?

Is Renault Duster Coming Back?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

The new Duster will go head-to-head with popular models like Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, MG Astor, etc in the highly competitive mid-size SUV segment.

Have You Played Lathmar Holi?

Have You Played Lathmar Holi?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

Women beat men with sticks during Lathmar Holi.

Save the planet, drive these eco-friendly vehicles!

Save the planet, drive these eco-friendly vehicles!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

New electric and hybrid vehicles on display as manufacturers plug into environment-friendly segment.

RCB Cheerleaders' UNIQUE Message

RCB Cheerleaders' UNIQUE Message

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

The Royal Challengers Bangalore struck a chord with their unique and purpose-driven cheer squad -- Ampere Take Charge Squad.

Bommai rejects Kerala CM's rail infra proposals citing environmental concerns

Bommai rejects Kerala CM's rail infra proposals citing environmental concerns

Rediff.com18 Sep 2022

Bommai rejected all the key infrastructure related proposals of Kerala, saying it will damage the eco-sensitive zones and wildlife sanctuaries.

2024: 10 Places To Visit In India

2024: 10 Places To Visit In India

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

India offers travel adventures no other country can offer.

What's Greenwashing?

What's Greenwashing?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Greenwashing is making misleading or false environment-friendly claims about a product. Consumers in India currently do not have any way of telling whether a claim is authentic or greenwashing. And one never hears of action against any company for making false claims of being environment-friendly.

Your Pix: Celebrating Bappa!

Your Pix: Celebrating Bappa!

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating Ganeshotsav this year.

Need to see agriculture as modern business enterprise: Eco Survey

Need to see agriculture as modern business enterprise: Eco Survey

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Lauding the farm sector for demonstrating resilience during the pandemic, the Economic Survey on Friday suggested the government to see farm sector as a "modern business enterprise" for which "urgent reforms" are required to enable sustainable and consistent growth. India's agricultural sector has shown its resilience amid the adversities of COVID-19 induced lockdowns, the Survey noted. The agriculture and allied activities were the sole bright spot amid the slide in GDP performance of other sectors, clocking a growth rate of 3.4 per cent at constant prices during 2020-21, it added. According to the Survey, the farm sector has got "renewed thrust" due to various measures on credit, market reforms and food processing under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat announcements.

Can the Afghans beat the Kiwis?

Can the Afghans beat the Kiwis?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the Afghan players's T20 Internationals records updated after the game against India in the T20 World Cup.

Lord Ganesha Made of 1,7000 Coconuts

Lord Ganesha Made of 1,7000 Coconuts

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

Hyderabad residents are drawn to an eco-friendly Ganesh idol made out of 17,000 coconuts.

The Victoria Without A Horse

The Victoria Without A Horse

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

Peta activists ride a beautiful Victorian-style electric carriage, an eco-friendly vehicle during a test drive, in Kolkata.

Will the Black Caps Win the Final?

Will the Black Caps Win the Final?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the New Zealand players's T20 Internationals records updated after the game against England in the T20 World Cup.

Can Australia Win the FINAL?

Can Australia Win the FINAL?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the Australian players's T20 Internationals records updated after the game against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup.

Land acquisition process for cheetah safari near Kuno underway, says official

Land acquisition process for cheetah safari near Kuno underway, says official

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

Environment ministry is organising various programmes at Sesaipura related to Project Cheetah.

Will Pakistan beat Australia Tonight?

Will Pakistan beat Australia Tonight?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the Pakistan players's T20 Internationals records updated after the game against Scotland in the T20 World Cup.

Will England Make It To The Final?

Will England Make It To The Final?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the England players's T20 Internationals records updated to the game against South Africa at the T20 World Cup.

Will Kohli-Shastri Get Winning Farewell?

Will Kohli-Shastri Get Winning Farewell?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the Indian players's T20 Internationals records updated after the game against Scotland in the T20 World Cup.

Can Namibia Pose A THREAT to India?

Can Namibia Pose A THREAT to India?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the Namibian players's T20 Internationals records updated after the game against New Zealand.

Green getaways: 8 best eco-friendly stays in India

Green getaways: 8 best eco-friendly stays in India

Rediff.com19 Feb 2016

Pack your bags and unwind.

Can the Scots STUN Pakistan?

Can the Scots STUN Pakistan?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the Scottish players's T20 Internationals records updated till their T20 World Cup game against India.