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Toyota Fortuner Diesel is more expensive than ever before and it isn't really unique

Toyota Fortuner Diesel is more expensive than ever before and it isn't really unique

Rediff.com22 Dec 2016

While, on the surface, it seems revolutionarily new, Toyota has essentially plugged in gaps in the Fortuner's package. Tushar Kamath/CarDekho.com drives a Toyota Fortuner 2.8 4x4 AT to find all about it.

Review: Calendar Girls is another Madhur Bhandarkar dud

Review: Calendar Girls is another Madhur Bhandarkar dud

Rediff.com25 Sep 2015

It's hard to believe Calendar Girls has been made by someone who makes films, fumes Raja Sen.

10 smartphones that will blow you away in 2016

10 smartphones that will blow you away in 2016

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

The past few years have seen a frenzy of phone launches.

'You don't need Rs 100 crore to make a film with great special effects these days'

'You don't need Rs 100 crore to make a film with great special effects these days'

Rediff.com5 May 2016

'Sci-fi is a very expensive genre; I need to become a much bigger star for people to invest that kind of money in me.' 1920 London actor Sharman Joshi talks about his favourite genre, and why he won't be doing it anytime soon.

The tragedy of being Irom Sharmila

The tragedy of being Irom Sharmila

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

On the occasion of her breaking the world's longest hunger strike, Rediff.com reproduces this 2011 feature on the activist and her life.

Why was a horrifying rape at BHU hushed up?

Why was a horrifying rape at BHU hushed up?

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

The Hindutva brigade's silence on the rape may possibly be explained that this incident is an intra-Hindu affair for them. What is even more intriguing is that vocal gender activists have preferred to almost ignore the incident. Why? Is it because homosexual rape does not involve the woman either as victim or as aggressor, asks Mohammad Sajjad.

Skoda Superb diesel's ride quality is phenomenal

Skoda Superb diesel's ride quality is phenomenal

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

The third-generation model is the most flamboyant Superb that Skoda has ever pulled off

How to crack the GATE: Tips from a topper

How to crack the GATE: Tips from a topper

Rediff.com17 Sep 2014

Saurabh Sarda who holds the All India Rank 3 for GATE 2014 in Computer Science Engineering shares his study secrets.

Everything you should know about copyrights

Everything you should know about copyrights

Rediff.com31 Dec 2014

Under the Copyright Act of India, computer software and software programmes are considered as literary work and can be copyrighted.

Review: Lakshmi is a shocking eye-opener

Review: Lakshmi is a shocking eye-opener

Rediff.com21 Mar 2014

When you come out of the theatre, you will be plagued by the knowledge we, as a society, are enabling the evil exists in this world.

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.

Why strategic projects along border are in limbo

Why strategic projects along border are in limbo

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

India has planned 14 strategic railway lines in areas bordering China, Pakistan and Nepal, but most of these projects are stuck for want of funds. Anusha Soni reports

Jobs in start-ups draw B-school, engineering students

Jobs in start-ups draw B-school, engineering students

Rediff.com31 Jul 2014

Speed-job dating is becoming popular among job-seekers and employers.

Xiaomi Mi 5 review: Going premium

Xiaomi Mi 5 review: Going premium

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

In order to shrug off its budget phone manufacturer's image, Xiaomi has attempted to give the Mi 5 not only a slicker,stylish look but also top-end hardware than its other devices.

'You are sitting on a volcano of Dalit anger'

'You are sitting on a volcano of Dalit anger'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

'Only the smoke is coming out now. Let us prevent the lava from coming out by taking proper measures.' 'I have told every leader that you cannot have a stable government without winning the confidence of the scheduled castes, scheduled tribes and the most backward castes.' 'Leaders feel that by giving a sop here and there and by symbolic actions, they can win votes. That's all they want. Votes.'

The BEST FOREIGN Films of 2017

The BEST FOREIGN Films of 2017

Rediff.com31 Dec 2017

Aseem Chhabra gives us the top films that enriched his year.

Top 5: Smartphones under Rs 50,000

Top 5: Smartphones under Rs 50,000

Rediff.com26 Dec 2014

If you are mulling the idea of buying a smartphone with great specs in the sub-50K range, then these five launched in 2014 are worth a look.

The designer who dressed Michelle Obama

The designer who dressed Michelle Obama

Rediff.com4 Feb 2015

Bibhu Mohapatra from Odisha gave up a degree in economics to design clothes and hasn't looked back.

The Remarkable Sunny Leone!

The Remarkable Sunny Leone!

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

'Her greatest strength is not her acting or her dancing abilities, but that she has an incredible number of fans.'

Inspiring lives through theatre

Inspiring lives through theatre

Rediff.com15 Jan 2015

Theatre is not about having all the answers. It's about raising the right questions that take you into a zone of reflection, says Aruna Ganesh Ram, founder, Visual Respiration.

Is this the best mutual fund since 2011?

Is this the best mutual fund since 2011?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

Had you invested Rs 5,000 every month in SBI Magnum Multicap Fund through systematic investment plan (SIP) for the last 5 years, the value of your investment would be over Rs 5.2 lakh as on August 22, 2016

Tata Hexa first drive review

Tata Hexa first drive review

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

Is the Hexa more than a repackaged Aria? Clearly, yes! The Hexa has been arrived at after thoroughly revamping it from nose to tail, inside and out

Review: iPhone 7 Plus

Review: iPhone 7 Plus

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

With a starting price of Rs 72,000 for the base 32 GB storage model, will the iPhone 7 Plus be able to wow the audience? Himanshu Juneja reviews the iconic iPhone 7 Plus

WTF News! It's Weird, True and Funny

WTF News! It's Weird, True and Funny

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

Here's your weekly digest of the craziest and funniest stories from around the world

What happened in Kaliachak on January 3: The MP's view

What happened in Kaliachak on January 3: The MP's view

Rediff.com19 Jan 2016

'My party men discouraged me from visiting Kaliachak because all kind of people were part of the mob and they feared that someone could shoot at me.' 'Criminals were involved in burning the police station and then attacking Baliadanga to give it a communal colour.'

Why did 25 CRPF jawans die in Sukma?

Why did 25 CRPF jawans die in Sukma?

Rediff.com12 May 2017

Rediff.com's Prasanna D Zore and Uttam Ghosh/Rediff.com travelled 650 km in Chhattisgarh's Sukma and Bijapur districts to report on the situation that exists 11 days after the Burkapal ambush, where 25 CRPF troops were killed by the Maoists.

'Why is asking a candidate about their position on gay rights unheard of?'

'Why is asking a candidate about their position on gay rights unheard of?'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2014

'The carpet under Indian society is filled with members of the LGBTQ community, stuffed away like if you leave us swept under long enough, we'll go away. But here's the thing. You can pretend we're not there as much as you want, that doesn't change the fact that we're there and we're getting louder, we're getting angrier.'

Should you buy iPhone SE for Rs 39k?

Should you buy iPhone SE for Rs 39k?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2016

By bringing in top notch hardware in the celebrated iPhone 5s chassis, Apple has been able to repackage new wine in an old bottle. Himanshu Juneja weighs the pros and cons of the latest from the Apple stable

'My son wants to pursue MS abroad. Please advice'

'My son wants to pursue MS abroad. Please advice'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2015

Overseas education consultant NNS Chandra offers advice on how to pick the right international education.

The rapper who is taking on Unilever

The rapper who is taking on Unilever

Rediff.com6 Aug 2015

Sofia Ashraf's video 'Kodaikanal Won't,' slamming Hindustan Unilever for alleged 'mercury poisoning,' has gone viral with over 25,000 online petitioners demanding that the multinational clean up the mess as well as compensate those who worked at its thermometer factory in Kodaikanal.

'I saw a lot of saas-bahu serials to work on my Hindi'

'I saw a lot of saas-bahu serials to work on my Hindi'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2015

Director Krish (Krish Jagarlamudi) makes his Hindi debut with Akshay Kumar starrer Gabbar Is Back.

'Life is about enjoying the moment'

'Life is about enjoying the moment'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

How do you translate a first love into a profession? How do you become a writer once you set your heart on it? Susmita Bhattacharya, who once worked as a graphic designer in Mumbai, now teaches the basics of English to newcomers to Britain and is also a creative writing tutor. Her first novel The Normal State of Mind was published earlier this year after a grim battle with cancer.

'I wanted to understand what happened to Amy and why'

'I wanted to understand what happened to Amy and why'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2016

'It was impossible to please everyone with Amy Winehouse's story because it is complicated and dark. Everyone has his or her own version of what was going on and I found myself caught in the middle of it.'

Prem Panicker: Wallflower in team of stars, Rahane claims his place under the sun

Prem Panicker: Wallflower in team of stars, Rahane claims his place under the sun

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

'On Sunday against South Africa, Shikhar Dhawan took the spotlight and eventually, the Man of the Match award, with a century, but it was Ajinkya Rahane's innings that held the key to India topping the 300 mark.' Prem Panicker's match report card, for Rediff.com.

OnePlus 3 leaps into the big league

OnePlus 3 leaps into the big league

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

6GB RAM, 16MP camera, Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor... Himanshu Juneja reviews the OnePlus 3

DC Avanti: This stunning sportscar won't burn a hole in your pockets

DC Avanti: This stunning sportscar won't burn a hole in your pockets

Rediff.com21 Apr 2016

Thanks to a well-sorted chassis and Renault's motor, the car induces confidence in the driver to take it for a faster spin

Is Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 better than Moto G4 Plus?

Is Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 better than Moto G4 Plus?

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

The Moto G4 Plus is a worthy consideration under the Rs 15,000 budget, but users looking for a better build quality and more processing power will do well to opt for either Xiaomi Redmi Note 3, or even the ZUK Z1, says Himanshu Juneja

A few good men and the angry sea

A few good men and the angry sea

Rediff.com5 Jan 2015

A Few Good Men and the Angry Sea: 2004 Tsunami, the IAF Story, is the incredible story of survival, guts, resilience and indomitable spirit of the air warriors and their families, civilians and the government's efforts in rebuilding the strategically important military Car Nicobar air base.

'Our children have only hunger written in their destiny'

'Our children have only hunger written in their destiny'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2016

In villages in Palghar district -- in Mumbai's backyard -- more than 254 children have died from malnutrition.

Stay ahead of the game; learn the tricks from Ecom king Jack Ma

Stay ahead of the game; learn the tricks from Ecom king Jack Ma

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

Stay ahead of the game; learn the tricks from Ecom king Jack Ma.