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What if Modi had attended Nitish's swearing-in?

What if Modi had attended Nitish's swearing-in?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

'Only the prime minister can take the initiative in reaching out to his opponents. The fact that he has been reluctant to do so, leaving it to the Arun Jaitleys and Venkaiah Naidus to hold out the olive branch, has given the Opposition the chance of pointing to his aloofness,' says Amulya Ganguli.

'Kejriwal is indulging in political corruption'

'Kejriwal is indulging in political corruption'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

'Kejriwal has read the Constitution, still he misused office to benefit his MLAs.' 'If the BJP and Congress are wrong, does that mean even you will do wrong things?' 'So how is Kejriwal different from the others?'

Union Budget 2016: Who are the 'Jaitley Babus'?

Union Budget 2016: Who are the 'Jaitley Babus'?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2016

Senior New Delhi-based journalist R Rajagopalan, who has been closely following the Union Budget preparations since 1977, lifts the veil off India's most secretive operation.

Good looks, great camera make the LG G4 impressive

Good looks, great camera make the LG G4 impressive

Rediff.com1 Jul 2015

The flagship looks distinct from its peers and sports top-line hardware, but isn't a big upgrade over the G3.

US court releases Kashmiri separatist Ghulam Nabi Fai

US court releases Kashmiri separatist Ghulam Nabi Fai

Rediff.com26 Dec 2013

Kashmiri separatist leader Dr Ghulam Nabi Fai was released early from a minimum-security penitentiary, thanks to a surprising motion moved by the prosecution.

Aero Awesome: Stunning display over Bengaluru skies

Aero Awesome: Stunning display over Bengaluru skies

Rediff.com17 Feb 2017

One of the most sought after exhibitions in Asia, as many as 549 companies are participating this year with 53 fighter aircraft on display.

8 steps to file income tax return without Form 16

8 steps to file income tax return without Form 16

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

Can't believe you can file your income tax return without Form 16? Read this...

6 Samsung Galaxy phones to watch out for

6 Samsung Galaxy phones to watch out for

Rediff.com5 Jul 2015

This is how the South Korean electronics major plans to indulge its Indian fans

Is this smartphone LG's hot potato?

Is this smartphone LG's hot potato?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

The concerns regarding the leather durability and omissions of the plastic back panel will surely come to haunt LG. Combine all this with an asking price of Rs ~50,000 and the lurking news of touchscreen issues, LG has pretty much a hot potato on its hands!

India gears up to launch interest rate futures

India gears up to launch interest rate futures

Rediff.com18 Oct 2013

India plans to launch trading of government bond futures within the next two months as part of efforts to deepen its financial markets, according to several sources involved in the discussions with the central bank.

The prima donnas face off in Delhi

The prima donnas face off in Delhi

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

'There is more that is common between Arvind Kejriwal and Kiran Bedi than what might separate them. In fact, what divides them can be spelt out in just two words: Clashing ambitions.'

'There is no verifiable report on alleged ill-effects of GM crops'

'There is no verifiable report on alleged ill-effects of GM crops'

Rediff.com2 May 2016

India is capable of developing GM crops, Randy Hautea, global coordinator for International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-Biotech Applications, tells Kanika Datta.

US hotelier Chatwal avoids jail in illegal donations case

US hotelier Chatwal avoids jail in illegal donations case

Rediff.com19 Dec 2014

Indian-American hotelier Sant Singh Chatwal avoided jail time and was sentenced to three years probation and a $500,000 fine on charges of illegally donating thousands of dollars to political campaigns.

3 best camera phones under Rs 24,000

3 best camera phones under Rs 24,000

Rediff.com25 Nov 2014

SONY XPERIA C3 competes with LAVA IRIS X5 and ZTE V5.

Honor 8: Definitely worthy

Honor 8: Definitely worthy

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

The Honor carries good features all around itself. But it is not without its quirks either. Thankfully, these are few and not likely to dent its prospects hugely

Here's why Samsung Galaxy Note 4 rocks!

Here's why Samsung Galaxy Note 4 rocks!

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

Even though Note 4 happens to be a marquee device, it faces stiff competition from iPhone 6 Plus and Sony Xperia Z3. Having said that, we bring you features of this phone that sets it apart from the competition.

Xiaomi Mi Max: Should you buy it for Rs 16k?

Xiaomi Mi Max: Should you buy it for Rs 16k?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

Himanshu Juneja takes a closer look to find out what the phablet from Xiaomi is all about.

'Kejriwal banda A1 hai... but he broke our hearts'

'Kejriwal banda A1 hai... but he broke our hearts'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2014

In Arvind Kejriwal's home turf, Kaushambi, the honeymoon with India's most famous aam aadmi is near its end.

Xiaomi Redmi 3S is an awesome phone for Rs 9k

Xiaomi Redmi 3S is an awesome phone for Rs 9k

Rediff.com16 Aug 2016

The Redmi 3S boasts of a fantastic built quality, brilliant battery back up, and a pretty good display

Is Le Max 2 better than OnePLus 3?

Is Le Max 2 better than OnePLus 3?

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

Himanshu Juneja reviews the latest flagship from Chinese company LeEco

Can Kejriwal thwart Modi's rise? Congress sure hopes so!

Can Kejriwal thwart Modi's rise? Congress sure hopes so!

Rediff.com28 Dec 2013

The Congress is hopeful that the new messiah of the middle classes will cut into the BJP's votes in urban India, thus damaging the chances of the saffron party and its prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi, believes Renu Mittal

Please Note: This Redmi is no pushover

Please Note: This Redmi is no pushover

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

Xiaomi has ticked all the correct boxes with the Redmi Note 3. It should be on the list of probables for buyers with a sub Rs 15,000 budget.

Should you buy the LG V20 for Rs 55k?

Should you buy the LG V20 for Rs 55k?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2017

Despite some niggles, LG's fagship V20 is feature loaded and definitely worthy, says Himanshu Juneja

We need a doer not a talker in White House, says Bobby Jindal @ 1st GOP debate

We need a doer not a talker in White House, says Bobby Jindal @ 1st GOP debate

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

Louisiana Governor Piyush 'Bobby' Jindal may not have been among the top 10 Republican presidential hopefuls at the first GOP primary debate in Cleveland, Ohio. But he sure did make a strong pitch for his candidature, ripping apart President Barack Obama and forcefully putting across his thoughts on contentious issues like immigration and foreign policy.

AAP halts BJP advance in Delhi

AAP halts BJP advance in Delhi

Rediff.com8 Dec 2013

With Congress hubris reduced to ashes and the BJP's advance halted -- a new political force has made its entry in the turbulent waters of Indian politics. It is a new force, with people who seem to be ready to learn and who have, at every step so far, responded by taking seriously all the criticisms that were levelled at it, says Aditya Nigam.

10 things you must know about Lenovo Vibe X3

10 things you must know about Lenovo Vibe X3

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

Lenovo's fortunes and portfolio have been gathering pace especially since the release of the K3 Note, and the company has even declared that they do not plan on letting Lenovo branded phones play a second fiddle to their Motorola siblings. With the release of Lenovo's Vibe X3, the company seems to be coming good on that promise.

Review: How good is Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge?

Review: How good is Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge?

Rediff.com10 Jul 2016

Himanshu Juneja takes a close look to ascertain if the premium it asks for is justified.

HTC One M8 Eye: 10 things you should know about it

HTC One M8 Eye: 10 things you should know about it

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

This phone seems to be a result of HTC listening to what the users wanted.

HTC One A9: The all-rounder

HTC One A9: The all-rounder

Rediff.com15 Apr 2016

A finely crafted phone, a brilliant display, a very impressive low light camera performance, and the polished OS with guaranteed updates makes the One A9 an option for those who value quality all around.

Samsung on a song in India: Top 10 #wow phones!

Samsung on a song in India: Top 10 #wow phones!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2014

We list the most coveted smartphones launched in 2014 by the South Korean electronics giant

Should you buy Xiaomi Mi4 64GB for Rs 24,000?

Should you buy Xiaomi Mi4 64GB for Rs 24,000?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2015

A few critical shortcomings and a possible pricing blunder on the 64 GB (Rs 23,999) capacity model might just take the wind out of the sales of Xiaomi's latest offering.

'BJP can stoop to any level for power'

'BJP can stoop to any level for power'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2014

The Bharatiya Janata Party can hold elections any time in Delhi but it is afraid to do so, says Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal

Le Max: Yet another Chinese phone on the block?

Le Max: Yet another Chinese phone on the block?

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

Le MaxAvailable at Rs 32,999, Rs 36,999 and a steep Rs 69,999 for different variants, the pricing is surely going to throw a spanner in the sales of a Chinese phone that looks promising.

When Samsung gets going!

When Samsung gets going!

Rediff.com1 Mar 2015

They come up with Samsung Galaxy A3, a premium phone, to take on competition from the Chinese!

Hey beautiful!

Hey beautiful!

Rediff.com28 May 2015

HTC has always wowed the audience with its slick and beautiful designing of its phones. Anybody taking a look at HTC One M9+ will not think otherwise either.

Google Nexus 6, Galaxy Note 4 are better than HTC One E9 Plus

Google Nexus 6, Galaxy Note 4 are better than HTC One E9 Plus

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

For those who won't mind looking at other brands for Rs 38,000, there is the Google Nexus 6 as well as the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 which are better options in the same price range.

UPSC topper: 'I will work for a truly Inclusive India'

UPSC topper: 'I will work for a truly Inclusive India'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2015

Ira Singhal, the country's first differently-abled UPSC topper shares her secret to success and her big plans for India.

'Our enemy is not Pakistan or China; it is our babus'

'Our enemy is not Pakistan or China; it is our babus'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2015

'There were tears in my eyes when I parted with my medals. I thought was it for this moment did I become a soldier?' In 2008, Captain H Balakrishnan (retd) of the Indian Navy returned all his medals to the President of India to protest the government's failure to implement the One Rank One Pension scheme.

I'm glad that an Indian & Pakistani can be united in peace: Malala

I'm glad that an Indian & Pakistani can be united in peace: Malala

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

At 17, Pakistan's Malala Yousafzai became the youngest Nobel laureate. She was conferred the joint Peace Prize along with India's Kailash Satyarthi at Oslo on Wednesday. Here is the full transcript of her speech.

Number Crunching: Figure out the history of England-India Tests

Number Crunching: Figure out the history of England-India Tests

Rediff.com8 Jul 2014

With India and England set to face-off on Wednesday in the first Test at Trent Bridge with an eye on the Pataudi Trophy, Rajneesh Gupta presents the history of their famed rivalry in numbers...