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Run-machine Rohit is MVP of Australia-India ODIs

Run-machine Rohit is MVP of Australia-India ODIs

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

India opener Rohit Sharma, who hit 441 runs in five matches with two centuries, is the MVP of the recently-concluded ODI series against Australia, ahead of Virat Kohli and Steve Smith.

IndiGo to buy 180 A-320s; largest aircraft order ever

IndiGo to buy 180 A-320s; largest aircraft order ever

Rediff.com12 Jan 2011

In the single-largest aircraft deal in global aviation history, no-frills carrier IndiGo will acquire 180 A-320s worth an estimated $15.6 billion from European plane manufacturer Airbus.

Ian Bishop: India may consider including Mishra in final Test

Ian Bishop: India may consider including Mishra in final Test

Rediff.com6 Jul 2011

Former West Indies bowling ace Ian Bishop says if the match gets to days four and five, the pitch will take spin at that stage. By arrangement with Quba Media Works.

Kedar Jadhav is the Most Valuable Player after ODI series

Kedar Jadhav is the Most Valuable Player after ODI series

Rediff.com24 Jan 2017

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff.com's Most Valuable Players after the India-England ODI series.

Fashion: For India and Mother Earth

Fashion: For India and Mother Earth

Rediff.com17 Sep 2010

Abhishek Dutta showcased his 'Neel Bidroho' collection on the first day of the LFW.

Shah confirms pan-India NRC; not in WB, says Mamata

Shah confirms pan-India NRC; not in WB, says Mamata

Rediff.com20 Nov 2019

"The process of NRC will be carried out across the country. No one irrespective of their religion should be worried. It is just a process to get everyone under the NRC," the Union home minister said replying to a supplementary during Question Hour in the Upper House.

Ganpati pandal hopping? Get fashion ready!

Ganpati pandal hopping? Get fashion ready!

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

Take a few style tips from Bollywood!

India set to create smart, futuristic cities

India set to create smart, futuristic cities

Rediff.com12 May 2010

India is finally set to give shape to its futuristic smart cities - world-class, self-sustainable habitats with minimal pollution levels, maximum recycling, optimised energy supplies and efficient public transportation.

Tax evasion through stocks: Sebi revokes ban on 114 entities

Tax evasion through stocks: Sebi revokes ban on 114 entities

Rediff.com20 Sep 2017

Violation of provisions of Sebi Act, Securities Contracts regulation, Prohibition of Fraudulent Trade (PFTUP) norms were not observed in respect of these 114 entities.

RBI policies cannot check food inflation

RBI policies cannot check food inflation

Rediff.com30 Nov 2010

The Reserve Bank of India has also expressed concern over rising inflation and said the prevailing level is above its comfort zone.

Sam Pitroda to head National Innovation Council

Sam Pitroda to head National Innovation Council

Rediff.com17 Aug 2010

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Tuesday approved the setting up of a National Innovation Council to prepare a road map for the 'Decade of Innovation 2011-2020'.

5 Things I Didn't Like about the World Cup

5 Things I Didn't Like about the World Cup

Rediff.com21 Feb 2011

Old rediff.com hand and cricket aficionado Faisal Shariff on five things that put him off Cricket World Cup 2011

Vodafone launches solar powered phone

Vodafone launches solar powered phone

Rediff.com29 Jul 2010

The launch of VF 247 solar powered phone is in keeping with Vodafone's aim to increase mobile technology accessibility for millions in India.

Hyundai to go head to head with Maruti in connected car segment

Hyundai to go head to head with Maruti in connected car segment

Rediff.com6 Apr 2019

Major carmakers in the country are loading barrels for the coming battle in the field, reports Arnab Dutta.

Surat to get green makeover

Surat to get green makeover

Rediff.com14 Jan 2011

Surat and Dahej can soon get a makeover thanks to Japanese help.

Mitticool: A refrigerator that runs without electricity

Mitticool: A refrigerator that runs without electricity

Rediff.com10 Jun 2010

Mitticool, a clay refrigerator that works without electricity had turned the world's attention to its creator Mansukhbhai Prajapati, a craftsman based in Gujarat.

'I come from a small village in Bihar and earned a name in Mumbai'

'I come from a small village in Bihar and earned a name in Mumbai'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

'I belonged to a village where there was no light.' 'In Mumbai, I worked as a junior artiste, played small characters.' 'After struggling a lot, I got a break on television.' 'From there, I got a break in films.' 'It feels like a dream.' 'Sometimes when I feel low, I look back at my journey and feel inspired.'

India-Zimbabwe MVPI: Bumrah, Rahul reign in one-sided series

India-Zimbabwe MVPI: Bumrah, Rahul reign in one-sided series

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

It was India's players all the way, with Jasprit Bumrah emerging the most valuable, ahead of K L Rahul. Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji present Rediff.com's Most Valuable Player Index after the just-concluded three-ODI series between India and Zimbabwe.

Mayawati's Noida park gets SC nod

Mayawati's Noida park gets SC nod

Rediff.com4 Dec 2010

In a morale booster to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati's pet project, the Supreme Court on Friday upheld environmental compatibility of the Noida park scheme, also being developed into a memorial for Dalit icon B R Ambedkar and her political mentor late Kanshi Ram.

Now, housing scam slams Sensex

Now, housing scam slams Sensex

Rediff.com24 Nov 2010

According to media reports, CBI conducted raids in prominent finance companires -- LIC Housing Finance and Central Bank of India with regards to a multi crore housing scam.

Oscar fashion: Like Emma Stone, Gal Gadot's style? VOTE!

Oscar fashion: Like Emma Stone, Gal Gadot's style? VOTE!

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

The best and the worse styles...

India celebrates its 71st R-Day with colourful parades

India celebrates its 71st R-Day with colourful parades

Rediff.com26 Jan 2020

A magnificent display of India's cultural diversity through colourful parades across the length and breadth of the country marked the 71st Republic Day celebrations on Sunday which passed off peacefully, barring in Upper Assam, which was rocked by four explosions within a span of 10 minutes.

Venkys rule out spending spree for Blackburn

Venkys rule out spending spree for Blackburn

Rediff.com28 Oct 2010

Poultry firm Venkateshwara Hatcheries, which is set to seal a 46 million pounds ($72.77 million) takeover of Blackburn Rovers, ruled out any lavish spending sprees on the Premier League club on Wednesday.

Toyota Camry Hybrid looks smarter and has zing!

Toyota Camry Hybrid looks smarter and has zing!

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

The recently launched Toyota Camry looks good, drives well, offers ridiculous levels of space and comes quite feature-loaded.

Shampoo, biscuits in pouches may soon be history

Shampoo, biscuits in pouches may soon be history

Rediff.com30 Oct 2009

The environment ministry has invited comments from the stakeholders.

Time for India to inflict pain on China

Time for India to inflict pain on China

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

'China has gone too long as a rogue power, trashing international norms, agreements, and treaties as if they were not the paper they were written on.' 'The ill-advised attack on Ladakh may be the beginning of the end of that nonsense,' advocates Rajeev Srinivasan.

WLI Fashion Week: Beauties in barely-there outfits

WLI Fashion Week: Beauties in barely-there outfits

Rediff.com26 Oct 2009

Designer Wendell Rodricks opened the Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week in Delhi on October 24. Here's a look a this sexy, smooth outfits.

A Young Guns XI from IPL 9

A Young Guns XI from IPL 9

Rediff.com18 May 2016

Season 9 of the IPL has seen many youngsters punch above their weight. Some of them make Aruneel Sadadekar/Rediff.com's Young Guns XI.

Hyundai overtakes Ford as India's top car exporter

Hyundai overtakes Ford as India's top car exporter

Rediff.com22 Sep 2018

So far, the current year has not been great for the leading car exporters from India. In the top five list of exporters -- Hyundai, Ford, Maruti Suzuki, General Motors and Volkswagen -- it is only Hyundai which is clocking a growth.

20 cars with highest resale value in India

20 cars with highest resale value in India

Rediff.com6 Oct 2016

Maruti and Hyundai favoured among used car buyers

China plans 'super bus' to ease traffic jams

China plans 'super bus' to ease traffic jams

Rediff.com24 Aug 2010

China is gearing up to road test an eco-friendly "straddle" super bus, which is high enough to allow a two-lane tunnel beneath it for cars to pass through.

What Dr Singh and the Saudi King have in common

What Dr Singh and the Saudi King have in common

Rediff.com20 Aug 2010

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh tops Newsweek magazine's list of 10 world leaders who have won respect across the globe. He is described as 'the leader other leaders love'.

Maya at it again, allots Rs 500 cr for memorials

Maya at it again, allots Rs 500 cr for memorials

Rediff.com10 Aug 2010

Unfazed by the criticism against "overspending" on parks, statues and memorials, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati has once again allocated nearly Rs 500 crore towards her dream projects in the Rs 5,461 crore supplementary budget, which was tabled before the state assembly on Tuesday.

Tie-up for smart cities along industrial corridor

Tie-up for smart cities along industrial corridor

Rediff.com29 Dec 2009

The first memorandum of understanding was signed between the DMIC Development Corporation and the Japan External Trade Organisation for promoting eco-friendly townships and industries.

A success story: From Rs 500 to Rs 25 lakh!

A success story: From Rs 500 to Rs 25 lakh!

Rediff.com19 Jul 2010

Dream Weaver makes eco-friendly textiles. Cheryl and Denise are also event mangers. The enterprise now has a turnover of Rs 25 lakh. Now, the new entrepreneurs' dream is to capture the international market.

First Look: Vivek Oberoi's wedding card

First Look: Vivek Oberoi's wedding card

Rediff.com25 Oct 2010

The card is made from eco-friendly, handmade herbs. When opened, it looks like a jewellery box.

M&M launches TUV300 at Rs 6.9 lakh

M&M launches TUV300 at Rs 6.9 lakh

Rediff.com10 Sep 2015

TUV300 will take on the likes of Ford EcoSport and Renault Duster that are priced between Rs 7.88 lakh and Rs 13.54 lakh.

Ganpati@Home: From Mohali to Marathwada

Ganpati@Home: From Mohali to Marathwada

Rediff.com14 Sep 2016

Rediff readers sent us photos of the beloved Ganesha.

Canada offers green technologies to India

Canada offers green technologies to India

Rediff.com3 Dec 2009

"Ontario has world-class high-tech industry with 2,600 environmental firms, is ready to provide access to India its new environmental friendly technologies as desired by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh recently to strengthen shaping a greener and more dynamic Indian economy," Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty said.

579 proposals for forest development: Jairam

579 proposals for forest development: Jairam

Rediff.com2 Dec 2009

"This year the Ministry has received 579 proposals from all the State Governments under the National Afforestation Programme out of which 270 have been accorded sanction," Jairam said.