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'Your love for your motherland is timeless...Evergreen'

'Your love for your motherland is timeless...Evergreen'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2021

'What can I do for my India except make films that showcase it's greatness to the world, which touch on national issues and arouse the feeling of patriotism?'

Why 'country of origin' clause may turn out to be a big farce

Why 'country of origin' clause may turn out to be a big farce

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

A hot sale of a Chinese product, whether assembled in India or anywhere else in the world, may make the country of origin rule fall by the wayside. Moreover, its execution is challenging for businesses as there are no clear guidelines or definitions from the authorities on what constitutes 'country of origin'.

Let ex-servicemen partner farmers in agri cooperatives

Let ex-servicemen partner farmers in agri cooperatives

Rediff.com16 Jan 2021

The government should set up agricultural co-operatives in every cluster of villages and in respective districts on a war-footing within a time limit. We should involve the services of our military personnel who retire at a young age with several years of working life still left in them and would be happy to contribute to nation-building, recommends Atul Gupta.

Coronavirus casualties: Movies which won't release now

Coronavirus casualties: Movies which won't release now

Rediff.com16 Mar 2020

A look at film releases affected by coronavirus.

Google new features promise better privacy tools

Google new features promise better privacy tools

Rediff.com8 May 2019

The company said this new approach allows developers to train artificial intelligence models without the user data leaving the device, while allowing it to do more with less data.

BMW launches M3 sedan @ Rs 1.19 cr, M4 coupe @ Rs 1.21 cr

BMW launches M3 sedan @ Rs 1.19 cr, M4 coupe @ Rs 1.21 cr

Rediff.com27 Nov 2014

Both the models would be available across the country as completely built up units, the car maker said.

Padmavati: Shotgun questions silence of Bollywood biggies, PM, Irani

Padmavati: Shotgun questions silence of Bollywood biggies, PM, Irani

Rediff.com22 Nov 2017

'How come our I and B Minister or our most popular Hon'ble PM (according to PEW) are maintaining stoic silence. High time!' he said.

Will new Thar put the mojo back in 2-door cars in India?

Will new Thar put the mojo back in 2-door cars in India?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

The 2-door vehicle may finds its way back in India with the launch of the all-new Thar by Mahindra and Mahindra, says Rajesh Karkera.

'I never like watching my films'

'I never like watching my films'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2020

'I don't look forward to seeing my films because this only sort of gives me a deep sense of dissatisfaction that I could have done better, and I lose my self-confidence.'

Shashi Kapoor: An Amazing Life in Pictures

Shashi Kapoor: An Amazing Life in Pictures

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

Remembering the Eternal Charmer. Remembering an Awesome Human Being. Remembering an actor and film-maker, the likes of whom we will not see again.

Newsmaker: How he steered JLR out of crisis

Newsmaker: How he steered JLR out of crisis

Rediff.com29 Jan 2010

Smith's financial acumen steered the troubled car maker through its toughest times in the recent past.

Ladakh Stand-Off: What India is Buying in a Hurry

Ladakh Stand-Off: What India is Buying in a Hurry

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

On the shopping list: Light tanks, anti-tank guided missiles, UAVs, assault rifles, fighter aircraft.

Arun Shourie: How to fight BJP in 2019

Arun Shourie: How to fight BJP in 2019

Rediff.com25 Nov 2017

Dubs Modi government a "one trick horse" which will make the Hindu-Muslim issue the dominant one in political discourse; asks Opposition to field one candidate in every seat against BJP nominee in 2019 polls.

Breathe: Into The Shadows review

Breathe: Into The Shadows review

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

'At the centre of it all is Abhishek Bachchan trying valiantly to pique our curiosity, but simply cannot muster the edginess his Avinash so badly needs,' observes Sukanya Verma.

Soccer Roundup: Barcelona on verge of Liga title

Soccer Roundup: Barcelona on verge of Liga title

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

Barcelona have one hand firmly on the La Liga title after winning 2-0 at Alaves on Tuesday, leaving them 12 points clear at the top of the table with four games to play.

A Suitable Boy review

A Suitable Boy review

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

In A Suitable Boy, Mira Nair holds our hands and takes us through the magical journey, introducing us to so many fascinating characters from another era, observes Aseem Chhabra.

Honda recalls a third of all Citys made in 2007

Honda recalls a third of all Citys made in 2007

Rediff.com1 Feb 2010

Power window switch can catch fire.

Manufacturing may not generate jobs at the expected rate

Manufacturing may not generate jobs at the expected rate

Rediff.com24 Dec 2018

'From the time India liberalised in the 1990s, the government has policies are for facilitating the growth of the manufacturing sector.' 'The policies were put in the hope that growth of the manufacturing sector will lead to increased employment,' points out Chidambaran G Iyer, Senior Fellow, Pahle India Foundation.

Kohli & Co. look to maintain clean slate before Tests

Kohli & Co. look to maintain clean slate before Tests

Rediff.com21 Sep 2019

India will surely fancy their chances of an encore, at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

She'll never quit on you! Clinton pitches for Clinton

She'll never quit on you! Clinton pitches for Clinton

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

Bill Clinton was the first husband to give a speech on behalf of his wife as the nominee of a major party.

Your FAVOURITE Ashutosh Gowariker Film? VOTE!

Your FAVOURITE Ashutosh Gowariker Film? VOTE!

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

Sukanya Verma looks at all the movies he's made so far. Tell us your favourite in the poll.

'It's Yashpal. Hitting the ball with disdain'

'It's Yashpal. Hitting the ball with disdain'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

'Good shot, yaar; but why are you batting so aggressively, almost angrily?' Amarnath wants to know. 'Jimmy pa, you don't know, he swore at me in Madras. I have been waiting for an opportunity to give it back!' Yashpal responds.

7,000 more jobs to go in US, Europe

7,000 more jobs to go in US, Europe

Rediff.com21 Nov 2008

Layoffs are turning out to be the flavour of the week, with European auto makers Peugeot, Citroen and Rolls Royce, British pharma giant AstraZeneca and American defence equipment manufacturer Boeing all set to slash nearly 7,000 jobs.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali: I never thought of giving up

Sanjay Leela Bhansali: I never thought of giving up

Rediff.com30 Jan 2018

'One can't allow oneself to be bullied into abandoning one's dream.'

No Amitabh-Rekha scenes In Balki's film

No Amitabh-Rekha scenes In Balki's film

Rediff.com9 Oct 2014

The film Shamitabh also stars Dhanush.

Vajpayee and the art of making war and peace

Vajpayee and the art of making war and peace

Rediff.com27 Aug 2018

'Like General Patton, possibly the greatest exponent of the art of war, Vajpayee had the ability to be always on the offensive,' assesses Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

How TikTok is expanding its footprint in India

How TikTok is expanding its footprint in India

Rediff.com5 Feb 2020

Both its short video-sharing apps have ranked as the top two breakout social apps of 2019 in India.

Sadak 2 review

Sadak 2 review

Rediff.com29 Aug 2020

Between phony philosophical musings and Abbas-Mustan level of believe-it-or-not twists, Sadak 2 dodders towards its dead end destination, notes Sukanya Verma.

Rajasthan will not screen Padmavat, even after CBFC clearance

Rajasthan will not screen Padmavat, even after CBFC clearance

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

'The sacrifice made by Queen Padmini is a matter of pride for the state,' Raje said.

'Bush shoe': New orders for 300,000 pairs!

'Bush shoe': New orders for 300,000 pairs!

Rediff.com22 Dec 2008

The world's most notorious pair of black leather shoes, that made history, has even generated 100 jobs in Turkey.

'Safeguarding borders is a 24x7 exercise'

'Safeguarding borders is a 24x7 exercise'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

'Breaking down silos and ensuring a more integrated governance process is just as important to performance.' 'It has been a major priority in the last six years, especially in national security,' External Affairs Minister Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar points out when delivering the Sardar Patel Memorial Lecture-2020: India and the Post-Covid World.

Harley brings Roadster and Road Glide to India

Harley brings Roadster and Road Glide to India

Rediff.com8 Nov 2016

American cult bike maker Harley-Davidson on Tuesday launched two new motorcycles, Roadster and Road Glide Special, in India priced at Rs 9.7 lakh and Rs 32.81 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), respectively. It also announced its fresh model line-up for 2017.

Thackeray makes an honest confession

Thackeray makes an honest confession

Rediff.com30 Jan 2019

You won't take away anything from Thackeray when you leave the theatre, says Hemant Waje, reviewing the Marathi version of the biopic.

Nikki Haley sworn-in as new US envoy to UN

Nikki Haley sworn-in as new US envoy to UN

Rediff.com25 Jan 2017

She became the first from the Indian-American community to serve on a Cabinet rank position in any United States presidential administration.

Will bring India's Covid mortality rate to below 1 pc: Vardhan

Will bring India's Covid mortality rate to below 1 pc: Vardhan

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on Thursday said the government was aiming to bring down India's Covid-19 mortality rate to less than 1 per cent from the current 1.64 per cent, which is still the lowest in the world.

The secret behind Lenovo's success

The secret behind Lenovo's success

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

The Chinese phone maker has ensured its two brands - Lenovo and Motorola - do not cannibalise into each other's share.

Mercedes posts record sales in India during 2014

Mercedes posts record sales in India during 2014

Rediff.com2 Jan 2015

German luxury car maker Mercedes- Benz on Friday reported 13 per cent increase in annual sales in India.

Volkswagen cars meet Indian emission norms

Volkswagen cars meet Indian emission norms

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

As India is progressing towards Bharat Stage IV (BSIV) emission norms, most cars still run under BSIII standard.

'There's clarity in AIADMK-BJP alliance'

'There's clarity in AIADMK-BJP alliance'

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

'It's a natural alliance and this alliance has been has been formed without compromising the core ideology of the AIADMK.'

Now, a small car for Rs 99K

Now, a small car for Rs 99K

Rediff.com3 Mar 2008

Rajkot-based diesel engine maker, Fieldmarshal Group, will make a small electric car with foreign collaboration that is likely to be priced at Rs 99,000.