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Govt okays inducting women fighter pilots; will enter cockpit by 2017

Govt okays inducting women fighter pilots; will enter cockpit by 2017

Rediff.com24 Oct 2015

The first women pilots in the fighter stream of IAF will be selected from the current batch at Air Force Academy.

Automakers in India gear up to launch affordable EVs

Automakers in India gear up to launch affordable EVs

Rediff.com22 Dec 2021

India's electric mobility goal, which has so far been riding on two wheels, is all set to graduate to four wheels. At least, the journey has begun. Hyundai Motor India said it would invest Rs 4,000 crore till 2028 to launch half-a-dozen electric vehicles (EVs) in India. It would eventually straddle premium and mass segments. The first of these - the electrified version of an internal combustion engine (ICE)-powered model - will go on sale as early as next year.

Top 5 motorcycles under Rs 40,000

Top 5 motorcycles under Rs 40,000

Rediff.com31 Mar 2015

A simple guide to find out India's best commuters, from among Bajaj CT 100, Hero MotoCorp HF-Dawn, TVS Sport, Yamaha Crux and Mahindra Pantero T4.

PHOTOS: The latest Honda that gives 72 kmpl

PHOTOS: The latest Honda that gives 72 kmpl

Rediff.com1 Feb 2012

Honda has all of a sudden stepped up the game by announcing seven new products at the 2012 Auto Expo. One of these products -- Honda Dream Yuga Commuter Bike -- will get Honda the volumes in the Indian market and will help them challenge Hero MotoCorp.

How IAF choppers helped General Sagat liberate Bangladesh

How IAF choppers helped General Sagat liberate Bangladesh

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

The retreating Pakistani troops were heading towards Dacca and they had to be stopped at all costs. The Eastern Army Commander, in his orders to General Sagat Singh, had reiterated that he did not want the troops of 4 Corps to cross the Meghna river. But General Sagat had other plans to threaten Dacca and ensure that the pressure would make the Pakistani commanders capitulate. This is where the IAF helicopters came in.

India's Dilemma in Sri Lanka

India's Dilemma in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

Both Mahinda Rajapaksa and Modi have learnt from their past mistakes. Modi has understood that Rajapaksa is a 'forever politician' that India has to live with, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

'It was amazing to salute the President'

'It was amazing to salute the President'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2021

'An officer had to command the regiment for the Republic Day parade -- and that officer happened to me.' 'It should not be viewed on the basis of gender,' says Captain Preeti Choudhary, the only woman officer to from the Indian Army to be part of a contingent at the Republic Day Parade 2021.

Bajaj brings Chetak back as all-electric 2-wheeler

Bajaj brings Chetak back as all-electric 2-wheeler

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

In doing so, Bajaj has become the first internal combustion engine two-wheeler company to launch an all-electric two-wheeler in India.

Ask Ajit: 'Want to invest Rs 2 lakhs, please advise'

Ask Ajit: 'Want to invest Rs 2 lakhs, please advise'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

NACIL inks agreement with Pratt & Whitney

NACIL inks agreement with Pratt & Whitney

Rediff.com20 Jul 2010

Besides engine-wash of the flag-carrier's aircraft, the facility, to be set up at the Mumbai International airport, would undertake work from third parties, the company said.

China has 200,000 troops at LAC!

China has 200,000 troops at LAC!

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

The intrusions into India were likely carried out by the PLA's better trained and equipped 'mobile operational units'.

Top 7 Aam Aadmi bikes launched in 2014!

Top 7 Aam Aadmi bikes launched in 2014!

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

These commuter bikes, or Aam Aadmi bikes as they are called because of their affordable pricing, were all the rage in 2014.

Auto Expo 2014: Two days; 24 premium bikes!

Auto Expo 2014: Two days; 24 premium bikes!

Rediff.com7 Feb 2014

Auto firms bet big on premium bikes

Google, Dish Network test TV search service

Google, Dish Network test TV search service

Rediff.com9 Mar 2010

Internet search engine giant Google is testing a new TV-programming search service with satellite television operator Dish Network Corp, a move that would allow users to find content from television and the web.

Nissan to recall 908,900 vehicles globally for accelerator sensor flaw

Nissan to recall 908,900 vehicles globally for accelerator sensor flaw

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

The affected vehicles were produced in Japan between 2004 and 2013.

More PSUs likely to be sold soon

More PSUs likely to be sold soon

Rediff.com10 Jul 2017

Centre might move swiftly on its next round of strategic sales in CPSEs

From Ford to Harley-Davidson, why US automakers failed in India

From Ford to Harley-Davidson, why US automakers failed in India

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

Besides their country of origin, General Motors, Ford Motor and Harley-Davidson have another trait in common: all three have failed in India, the world's fifth largest automobile market. All three of them took a tough call to de-prioritise India as a market amid disruption from heightened regulations and sharper focus on capital allocation by the parent.

Heavy rain lashes parts of Kerala, floods feared; NDRF teams deployed

Heavy rain lashes parts of Kerala, floods feared; NDRF teams deployed

Rediff.com14 May 2021

As the low-pressure area in the south-eastern Arabian Sea intensified into a severe depression on Friday, heavy rains lashed many parts of Kerala and huge tidal waves started hitting low-lying coastal areas.

Market crash shaves 36% off Rakesh Jhunjhunwala's holdings in 3 months

Market crash shaves 36% off Rakesh Jhunjhunwala's holdings in 3 months

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

Titan, NCC, Delta Corp, Karur Vysya Bank, Aptech, and Jubilant Life Sciences are among stocks in Jhunjhunwala's portfolio that have taken a severe hit, falling more than 50 per cent during the period.

Mahindra & Mahindra inks JV with US-based Navistar

Mahindra & Mahindra inks JV with US-based Navistar

Rediff.com2 Nov 2007

Navistar International Corporation through its subsidiary International Truck and Engine Corporation signed a joint venture agreement with the company to manufacture diesel engines for medium and heavy commercial trucks and buses in India, M&M said in a communique to the Bombay Stock Exchange. The joint venture, to be named Mahindra International Engines Ltd, would be owned 51 per cent by the Mahindras and 49 per cent by Navistar, the company added.

NASA picks Indian-American astronaut to lead SpaceX mission to ISS

NASA picks Indian-American astronaut to lead SpaceX mission to ISS

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

Chari, 43, will serve as the commander while NASA's Tom Marshburn will be pilot and ESA's Matthias Maurer will serve as a mission specialist for the SpaceX Crew-3 mission to the ISS, which is expected to launched next year.

India plans dam on Brahmaputra to reduce impact of Chinese hydropower projects

India plans dam on Brahmaputra to reduce impact of Chinese hydropower projects

Rediff.com1 Dec 2020

The mighty Brahmaputra, one of the longest rivers in the world passes through China, India and Bangladesh and has several tributaries and sub-tributaries.

2018's top 5 fuel efficient 150-160cc bikes

2018's top 5 fuel efficient 150-160cc bikes

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

The 150cc bike segment in the country is witnessing commendable growth every passing day.

Why you will have to wait for Honda's CX-01

Why you will have to wait for Honda's CX-01

Rediff.com6 May 2014

Delhi-based Honda is increasing its focus on the entry level segment. So much so that it has put the potential launch of a big engine premium concept bike, the CX-01, on the back burner.

Why Satya Nadella is good choice as Microsoft CEO

Why Satya Nadella is good choice as Microsoft CEO

Rediff.com1 Feb 2014

If Nadella wins the day, as expected, it will be for his innovative work on Microsoft's growing server and tools business, which provides online computing and storage for companies, said a source briefed on the search process.

How Microsoft plans to battle Google: The secret is out!

How Microsoft plans to battle Google: The secret is out!

Rediff.com21 Aug 2013

The long-running rivalry between Microsoft Corp and Google Inc is turning into a schoolyard brawl.

Innovator Design Challenge India

Innovator Design Challenge India

Rediff.com22 Aug 2008

Cypress Semiconductor Corp. announces the PSoC(R) Innovator Design Challenge India, a multi-discipline design contest open to engineering students in India.

ASK AJIT: 'Lost Rs 20 lakhs in market crash. Any safe bets now?'

ASK AJIT: 'Lost Rs 20 lakhs in market crash. Any safe bets now?'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

Ajit Mishra answers reader queries on the stock market.

Two-wheeler makers plan diesel, hybrid bikes

Two-wheeler makers plan diesel, hybrid bikes

Rediff.com6 Jul 2012

Amid rising petrol prices, two-wheeler makers such as Mahindra & Mahindra, TVS Motors, Hero MotoCorp and Bajaj Auto are stepping up research to develop engines run on diesel or other fuels.

GM India launches limited edition of Aveo

GM India launches limited edition of Aveo

Rediff.com1 Nov 2007

The limited edition Aveo comes at a premium of Rs 54,000 over the existing base price of Rs 5.95 lakh. The new variant would be powered by a 1.4 litre petrol engine and has been introduced to commemorate GM Corp's centenary celebrations, GM India said in a statement.

Workers of Hero unite, Gurgaon output to take a hit

Workers of Hero unite, Gurgaon output to take a hit

Rediff.com23 Jan 2013

Representatives of employees at the Gurgaon facility on Wednesday said workers would stop cooperating with engineers and supervisors from Thursday.

Imran Khan's Naya Pakistan is KAPUT

Imran Khan's Naya Pakistan is KAPUT

Rediff.com21 Feb 2022

The Pakistani military may shortly give Imran Khan the boot, substituting him with another puppet, predicts Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

Insisted on full disengagement in all talks with China: Govt

Insisted on full disengagement in all talks with China: Govt

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

"Numerous rounds of talks have taken place with the Chinese counterparts to deescalate the situation without compromising on India's stand of 'complete disengagement and immediate restoration of status quo ante'," the defence ministry said.

Honda launches its cheapest two-wheeler

Honda launches its cheapest two-wheeler

Rediff.com18 Apr 2013

At Rs 43,150, Dream Neo hopes to create deep inroads into the Indian commuter segment.

Why Air Indias' privatisation sailed & BPCL's is dragging on

Why Air Indias' privatisation sailed & BPCL's is dragging on

Rediff.com19 Dec 2021

Changing tracks helps. But, not taking the beaten path isn't always helpful. This is the story of two of India's biggest privatisations - Air India and Bharat Petroleum (BPCL). Nearly two decades after the last privatisation, a landmark divestment concluded this year when the loss-making national carrier Air India was sold to the Tatas.

'Ever Given's Indian crew won't be punished'

'Ever Given's Indian crew won't be punished'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2021

'The Ever Given, which had 200,000 tonnes of cargo, was too long for the Suez Canal.'

No woman director in 56 NSE-listed companies

No woman director in 56 NSE-listed companies

Rediff.com19 Apr 2016

All listed firms were required to have at least one woman director on their boards from April 1, 2015, as per a Sebi directive.

Micro-tunnelling comes to Mumbai

Micro-tunnelling comes to Mumbai

Rediff.com14 Dec 2005

Suzuki Motor stake in Maruti Suzuki rises to 56.21%

Suzuki Motor stake in Maruti Suzuki rises to 56.21%

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

In a filing to the BSE on Monday, Maruti Suzuki India said Suzuki Motor Corporation's stake in MSI has increased to 56.2 per cent from 54.2 per cent due to a share swap agreement with the domestic car market leader to acquire Suzuki Powertrain India Ltd.

Corruption case: Maj Gen under the scanner

Corruption case: Maj Gen under the scanner

Rediff.com30 Aug 2012

The Army has been hit by yet another corruption case with a Major General coming under the scanner for alleged financial irregularities during his stint at the Udhampur-based Northern Command.