News for 'Indian Diwali'

Pics: Canadian PM Justin Trudeau wears veshti, cooks Pongal, wins hearts

Pics: Canadian PM Justin Trudeau wears veshti, cooks Pongal, wins hearts

Rediff.com17 Jan 2018

Is he the coolest world leader we have?

Recipe: How to make besan ladoos

Recipe: How to make besan ladoos

Rediff.com19 Aug 2014

One of the most popular Indian sweets, the besan laddoo is an ideal treat for any festive occasion.

India ready to play Delhi T20I, Rohit tells Ganguly

India ready to play Delhi T20I, Rohit tells Ganguly

Rediff.com1 Nov 2019

India captain Rohit Sharma assured BCCI boss Sourav Ganguly that his team is ready to play Sunday's opening T20 International against Bangladesh despite growing concerns about severe air pollution.

The new, safe way to invest this Dhanteras

The new, safe way to invest this Dhanteras

Rediff.com2 Nov 2010

This Dhanteras, try a newer way to invest in those precious metals, without having to worry about its safety.

There may not be a second Covid peak in India: Experts

There may not be a second Covid peak in India: Experts

Rediff.com19 Dec 2020

The comments come as the country's COVID-19 caseload surpassed the one crore mark, though the number of daily cases and daily fatalities have been continuously coming down.

With folded hands, PM Modi urges caution during festivities

With folded hands, PM Modi urges caution during festivities

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

The PM said the government is making all efforts to ensure that a vaccine, whenever it is launched, reaches every Indian.

'After UP results, I doubt if the Indian voter is smart'

'After UP results, I doubt if the Indian voter is smart'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2017

'We worked hard, brought a very positive manifesto saying this is what we have done and this is what we will do.' 'But people liked something else.' 'They didn't like expressways, they want a bullet train.' 'I have realised that in a democracy, the poor doesn't know what they want.'

DC Avanti: A Ferrari rival for just Rs 30 lakh

DC Avanti: A Ferrari rival for just Rs 30 lakh

Rediff.com17 Jun 2014

Dilip Chhabria's sports car is set to be launched this Diwali; first year's production already sold out

Embracing new normal, India Inc set to step up hiring in 2021

Embracing new normal, India Inc set to step up hiring in 2021

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

Adapting to the new hybrid normal of remote and office work, cautiously optimistic corporate are looking to hire more people and provide better appraisals in the new year as they step out of the pandemic-ravaged 2020. The coronavirus pandemic emerged as the biggest inflection point for the Indian job landscape. For the corporates, work-from-home and remote workers became the new normal and for the professionals, online learning and digital skills took centrestage.

Arunachal CM drives ATV along Indo-China border

Arunachal CM drives ATV along Indo-China border

Rediff.com29 Oct 2019

Along with Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju, Pema Khandu undertook a 107-km all-terrain vehicle ride from PTSO Lake to Mago village in Tawang district along the Indo-China border.

ISL: Chennaiyin open account after draw with Mumbai City

ISL: Chennaiyin open account after draw with Mumbai City

Rediff.com27 Oct 2019

Two-time champion Chennaiyin FC opened its account in ISL-6 with a goalless draw against Mumbai City FC in its first home game of the season at the Nehru stadium, in Chennai, on Sunday.

'We don't wait for Santa Claus. We become somebody else's Santa'

'We don't wait for Santa Claus. We become somebody else's Santa'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2016

'When you go under a flyover in Mumbai at night, you will see many underprivileged people sleeping there. You get the best smiles when you distribute gifts, food packets or blankets.' Actor Karan Wahi's noble cause.

FMCG companies ride the festive boom

FMCG companies ride the festive boom

Rediff.com4 Nov 2013

Chocolate majors, home and surface cleaning companies, beauty brands say that business has been brisk this festive season.

Movies that deserve a BIG SCREEN!

Movies that deserve a BIG SCREEN!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

These are the big budget films that have been designed either as a spectacle or just for the masses, hence warranting a large segment of audiences coming together to enjoy the experience in theatres.

Apple pulls a Google to get more Indian users on to its OS

Apple pulls a Google to get more Indian users on to its OS

Rediff.com20 Nov 2015

Nearly 92% of the 250-mn smartphones run on Android.

Organ donation must become a strong movement: Modi On Mann Ki Baat

Organ donation must become a strong movement: Modi On Mann Ki Baat

Rediff.com25 Oct 2015

Asserting that organ donation is an important issue, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised Tamil Nadu for their leading endeavours in this regard while praising the other states for their initiatives towards the cause.

Could this be the most watched IPL ever?

Could this be the most watched IPL ever?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

It could reach more than 530 million viewers on TV and a few hundred million more online. But can it make money for Disney Star?

Markets may bring more cheer this Samvat

Markets may bring more cheer this Samvat

Rediff.com23 Oct 2014

Experts believe there are more such decisions in the offing, which along with a recovery in economic growth and India Inc.

Government to issue OROP notification after Bihar polls, says Parrikar

Government to issue OROP notification after Bihar polls, says Parrikar

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

Over 100 ex-servicemen have signed the petition asking for early implementation of OROP without any dilution.

7th Pay Panel: How much salary will Indian bureaucrats draw?

7th Pay Panel: How much salary will Indian bureaucrats draw?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

While still not as drool-worthy as their private sector counterparts, the hike is quite hefty, and across segments

Delhi's air quality oscillating between 'poor' and 'very poor'

Delhi's air quality oscillating between 'poor' and 'very poor'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

According to SAFAR, both stubble burning in surrounding states of Delhi and firecrackers are causing deterioration of air quality in the national capital.

Movies to look forward to in 2021

Movies to look forward to in 2021

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

2020 may have been a dampener for movie releases in theatres. But 2021 is expected to be better.

Billion-dollar online sale ends, war of words begins

Billion-dollar online sale ends, war of words begins

Rediff.com7 Oct 2016

While the first half of the year saw India's e-commerce market shrinking, the success of Diwali sales will boost the sector beyond last year's benchmark

Gadkari asks automakers to cut EV cost, forgo profit

Gadkari asks automakers to cut EV cost, forgo profit

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

Asserting that India has full potential to emerge as a global hub for electric vehicles by 2025, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Friday asked automobile manufacturers to reduce cost and forego profit initially to capture market and fuel growth. Once the market picks up there will not be any looking back, Road Transport and Highways and MSMEs Minister Gadkari said, promising all support to manufacturers in the initiative aimed at cutting India's huge import costs of crude and arresting pollution. The minister said he is scheduled to make an hour-long presentation on EVs before the Chief Justice of India post-Diwali.

Why PETA is upset with Priyanka-Nick's wedding

Why PETA is upset with Priyanka-Nick's wedding

Rediff.com4 Dec 2018

They congratulated the couple, but slammed them for animal abuse at the wedding.

All mobiles, TVs sold in India have a China connection

All mobiles, TVs sold in India have a China connection

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

It was expected that supplies from China will be back to normal by end-June as their factories are now operating at nearly 90 per cent of normal capacity. But the recent issue with shipments has placed an obstacle that manufacturers can't bypass.

This time for iPhone 6, Indians queue up at midnight

This time for iPhone 6, Indians queue up at midnight

Rediff.com18 Oct 2014

At Gurgaon's Cyberhub, Starbucks had taken special permission to keep its outlet open till late night as consumers queued for the iPhone sale to begin.

FULL TEXT: President's address to nation on I Day eve

FULL TEXT: President's address to nation on I Day eve

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

President Ram Nath Kovind addressed the nation on the eve of India's 75th Independence Day. Here's the text of what he said:

India's e-tail sees 3-fold growth in a year

India's e-tail sees 3-fold growth in a year

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

Amazon has seen its India sales growing four times this year.

PIO Neomi Rao sworn in as judge of powerful DC court

PIO Neomi Rao sworn in as judge of powerful DC court

Rediff.com21 Mar 2019

She will replace US Supreme Court Judge Justice Brett Kavanaugh who was nominated by President Donald Trump for the top post.

Figure out Rohit Sharma's sensational 209 at Bangalore!

Figure out Rohit Sharma's sensational 209 at Bangalore!

Rediff.com2 Nov 2013

India's Rohit Sharma guided Indians to celebrate Diwali in an eco-friendly manner!

Will IPL consider broadcasters' demand?

Will IPL consider broadcasters' demand?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

BCCI is planning aggressively to have an IPL in the United Arab Emirates provided the central government green-lights their request for a shift due to the rising cases of COVID-19.

Customers hope for windfall, put off selling old gold

Customers hope for windfall, put off selling old gold

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

Forecasts of a further rise in bullion prices keep Indians away from selling gold.

Respect all daughters: PM Modi at Dussehra event

Respect all daughters: PM Modi at Dussehra event

Rediff.com8 Oct 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday attended the Dussehra celebrations at Ram Leela maidan in Dwarka and in his address said that India is a land of festivals and that every festival brings our society together. He also urged people to take up and fulfill one mission that would benefit the country.

NRIs want police chief sacked

NRIs want police chief sacked

Rediff.com4 Nov 2005

"The unprecedented ban disrupted a 20-year old tradition of celebrations and amounts to blatant discrimination in violation of people's constitutional rights to equality and freedom of religious observance," GOPIO said in a statement.

LG G2: Low on gimmicks, high on utility! Go for it. Now!

LG G2: Low on gimmicks, high on utility! Go for it. Now!

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

LG G2 looks somewhat like Samsung's Galaxy S4 but for all the features its loaded with, does it deserve its pricing?

1971 War: A brave Dakota pilot's contribution

1971 War: A brave Dakota pilot's contribution

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

'We flew all missions in the first part of the war at low levels; that is at 300 to 500 feet above the ground.' 'These sorties were no doubt stressful since the pilots and crew had to look out for birds and obstructions as well as enemy gunfire.'

In its 2nd coming, Nokia learns to play the game

In its 2nd coming, Nokia learns to play the game

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

To beat its rivals, Nokia has done what most Chinese brands did soon after they entered the Indian market. Tied up with a well-known Bollywood actor as endorser, associated with cricket and established fan engagement initiatives, reports T E Narasimhan.

'It is important for India to prepare for war'

'It is important for India to prepare for war'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

'It will be a repeated folly to ever think that China will not attack us.'

Coronavirus outbreak to hit India's cumin, sesame, groundnut oil exports

Coronavirus outbreak to hit India's cumin, sesame, groundnut oil exports

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

If the current situation prevails, exports to China could fall by 10-15 per cent. Meanwhile, even the prices of cotton, of which Gujarat is one of the leading producers, have taken a hit.