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Can't compromise on even an inch on our borders: Modi

Can't compromise on even an inch on our borders: Modi

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

"Today there is a government in the country which cannot compromise even on one inch of the country's borders," the prime minister added.

Indian Film Makes HISTORY At Cannes

Indian Film Makes HISTORY At Cannes

Rediff.com26 May 2024

'Thank you to the Cannes Film Festival for having our film here. Please don't wait 30 years to have another Indian film.'

'Why Would Govt Be Scared Of Cartoonists?'

'Why Would Govt Be Scared Of Cartoonists?'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

'Journalists must ask the Mumbai police why are they sending notices via X to cartoonists.' 'The Mumbai police must come clean. Who is giving them such orders?'

Yogi Goes All Out For Flawless Mahakumbh

Yogi Goes All Out For Flawless Mahakumbh

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

For Yogi Adityanath the successful management of the fair is a crucial part of building 'Brand UP' and making the state a $1 trillion economy.

Canada cop who attended Khalistani protest, suspended

Canada cop who attended Khalistani protest, suspended

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

On Sunday, protestors carrying Khalistani flags clashed with people at the Hindu temple and disrupted a consular event co-organised by the temple authorities and the Indian Consulate.

Manipur: Army launches intense search for missing man

Manipur: Army launches intense search for missing man

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

The Indian Army has launched a massive search operation for a man who went missing from the fringe areas of the Imphal Valley two days ago. Laishram Kamalbabu Singh, a works supervisor for a contractor working with the Military Engineering Services (MES) in Leimakhong Military Station, disappeared after leaving home on Monday afternoon to report for work. The Army is using all its resources, including tracker dogs, drones, and aerial platforms, to locate Singh. The incident has led to tensions in the area, with hundreds of people from the Meitei community demanding information about Singh's whereabouts.

Cyclone Fengal causes unprecedented rainfall in Pondy

Cyclone Fengal causes unprecedented rainfall in Pondy

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

After making landfall near Puducherry on November 30, Cyclone Fengal weakened on Sunday, but torrential downpour under its influence paralysed the union territory, with the Army stepping in to evacuate stranded persons in inundated streets.

How 3 hatchbacks are fighting it out on Indian roads

How 3 hatchbacks are fighting it out on Indian roads

Rediff.com28 May 2012

From home bred cars to SUVs, vehicles made under collaboration or imported cars, automobile experts believe that small cars and hatchbacks are running the show in India.

'Trump will pick up from where he left off with India'

'Trump will pick up from where he left off with India'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Lisa Curtis, who served as deputy assistant to President Trump and as National Security Council senior director for South and Central Asia from 2017 to 2021, said she expected the same bumps for India and the US, as in Trump's first term, including tariff, dependence on Russia over arms supply and oil purchase from Iran. Curtis, however, said both countries could never enter an alliance but develop a partnership that is "short of an alliance". She hoped them to achieve a cooperation that deters China, but also prepares both countries in case of a crisis or conflict, be it in the Taiwan Strait, the South China Sea, or another flare-up on the India-China border.

'If India's big boys step up Australia has a problem'

'If India's big boys step up Australia has a problem'

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

For Shastri, India's recent successes in Test cricket have often been defined by the stubbornness and resilience of the tail-enders.

Rain Fury Leave Many Struggling

Rain Fury Leave Many Struggling

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

Floods wreak havoc across the nation, leaving countless people stranded and in urgent need of assistance.

Mumbai ferry toll rises to 14 as one more body recovered; Navy orders probe

Mumbai ferry toll rises to 14 as one more body recovered; Navy orders probe

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

The two missing persons have been identified as 43-year-old Hansraj Bhati and seven-year-old Johan Mohammad Nisar Ahmed Pathan, the police said.

Why CEOs, Bankers Want To Be Like Bumrah

Why CEOs, Bankers Want To Be Like Bumrah

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

From CEOs to RBI governors, cricket's rich imagery and strategy resonate deeply with leadership, uncertainty, and decision-making across industries and global diplomacy, points out Suveen Sinha.

3 Indian women killed in horrific accident in US

3 Indian women killed in horrific accident in US

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

The women were travelling in the SUV speeding in the northbound lanes of Interstate 85, Chief Deputy Coroner Mike Ellis from the Greenville County Coroner's Office said.

A Walk Through Little India In Singapore

A Walk Through Little India In Singapore

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Was this Chennai? Or Singapore? There's an area in Singapore that looked like a suburb of Chennai.

Mercedes A Class is not tweaked for Indian roads

Mercedes A Class is not tweaked for Indian roads

Rediff.com4 Jun 2013

The design, however, is radical and takes flamboyance to a different level.

Test drive: How Porsche 911 feels on Indian roads

Test drive: How Porsche 911 feels on Indian roads

Rediff.com17 Apr 2013

The Carrera 4S is a brilliant, every day, all-weather supercar that punches way above its weight and teaches you the finer nuances of what makes a good car great.

Villages To Safeguard India's Borders

Villages To Safeguard India's Borders

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

In underlining the role of border villages as custodians of India's frontiers, New Delhi is following China's example in Tibet.

Asian Relay C'ships: Indian 4x400m teams bag silver

Asian Relay C'ships: Indian 4x400m teams bag silver

Rediff.com21 May 2024

The men's quartet of Muhammed Anas Yahiya, Santosh Kumar, Mijo Chacko Kurian and Arokia Rajiv also failed to stand on top of the podium as they clocked 3:05.76 to finish second behind Sri Lanka (3:04.48). Vietnam was third with 3:07.37.

Musheer suffers 'fracture in neck region'; out of Irani Cup

Musheer suffers 'fracture in neck region'; out of Irani Cup

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Mumbai's young batting star Musheer Khan has been ruled out of the upcoming Irani Cup match after suffering a fracture in the neck, in a road accident on the Yamuna Expressway, on Friday.

The Zakir Bhai I Knew

The Zakir Bhai I Knew

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Ustad Zakir Hussain's story will be told in a thousand ways by each person who met him, loved him, spent time with him, got to know him and shared some precious time off stage with him, says Maanveer Singh.

Audi S6 set to hit Indian roads soon

Audi S6 set to hit Indian roads soon

Rediff.com30 Oct 2012

Audi S6 is the sporty and more power-packed version of the fascinating luxury sedan, Audi A6.

Ladakh Disengagement: What's The Reality?

Ladakh Disengagement: What's The Reality?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

The government needs to answer the critical question of whether it has accepted any restrictions on its infrastructure creation activities, asserts Ajai Shukla.

Toyota's 1st electric-SUV to roll out from Maruti's stable

Toyota's 1st electric-SUV to roll out from Maruti's stable

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

After a successful tie up in traditional ICE and strong hybrid models, Suzuki and Toyota are now set to take their partnership to the next level: the electric vehicle segment. Both the Japanese auto giants recently announced a plan to produce Suzuki eVX-based SUV which will be sold under Toyota brand across the globe. This electric SUV, bearing Toyota's logo, will go for production at Suzuki Motor Group (SMG) facility in Hansalpur, Gujarat beginning the spring of 2025, marking the first EV launch for both companies in India.

From Rs 7 lakh to Rs 6.5 cr, dozen SUVs to hit Indian roads

From Rs 7 lakh to Rs 6.5 cr, dozen SUVs to hit Indian roads

Rediff.com11 Jun 2019

While the overall passenger car industry is expected to grow at around seven per cent a year in the next five years, SUV growth is expected to be over 10 per cent.

Landour Longings

Landour Longings

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

When in Landour, discovers Supriya Newar, one of the most important things to do and that too in large measures, is to do nothing at all.

'Every Citizen On The Border Is A Soldier'

'Every Citizen On The Border Is A Soldier'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

'The greatness of India can be experienced by meeting Indians on the frontiers of India.' 'Every citizen on the border is a soldier'

India's batting EXPOSED against spin

India's batting EXPOSED against spin

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

With an unprecedented 3-0 Test series whitewash on home soil, 'Master Blaster' Sachin Tendulkar stepped forward and admitted that maybe it is time for India to have an "introspection."

India's Davis Cup captain claps back at critics

India's Davis Cup captain claps back at critics

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

India's non-playing Davis Cup captain Rohit Rajpal on Saturday clarified that his "shut-up" remark was meant for a few "agenda-driven" people consistently targeting him and was not directed at the country's tennis community as has been projected.

Candidates chess: Indians in hunt, but Nepomniachtchi stands as fav

Candidates chess: Indians in hunt, but Nepomniachtchi stands as fav

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

The Indians were never the favourites in the entire scheme of things but yet, Gukesh has withstood the early storm and so has Praggnanandhaa.

Ford EcoSport set to hit Indian roads soon

Ford EcoSport set to hit Indian roads soon

Rediff.com27 Apr 2012

These days the talk of the globe is Ford EcoSport.

Kia Sonet: A Facelift for an Urban Favorite

Kia Sonet: A Facelift for an Urban Favorite

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

While the exterior has undergone minor refinements, the real improvements lie within, notes Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

'Quality Stocks Survive, Thrive In Downturns'

'Quality Stocks Survive, Thrive In Downturns'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

'To be able to sail through such volatilities, it is prudent to focus on quality.'

What Are New RBI Governor's Challenges?

What Are New RBI Governor's Challenges?

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

'Challenge is basically near-term growth as the outlook has turned a bit adverse.'

1971 War: How Mukti Joddhas Saved An IAF Pilot

1971 War: How Mukti Joddhas Saved An IAF Pilot

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Squadron Leader Kanwal Deep Mehra's daredevilry during the 1971 War brought down a Pakistani F-86 Sabre. But he had to bail out of his plane, was badly injured. Then a fierce band of armed guerillas evacuated him to safety at great risk to their lives.

Chevrolet Cruze facelift hits Indian roads; costs Rs 13.75 lakh

Chevrolet Cruze facelift hits Indian roads; costs Rs 13.75 lakh

Rediff.com24 Oct 2013

The visually different car now gets a redesigned grille, an all-new front bumper, and more.

My Top Films Of 2024

My Top Films Of 2024

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Despite the mediocrity at large, these films had me in raptures for the emotions they evoked within as a cheering audience, critic and cinephile.

The Woman Who Lost Everything

The Woman Who Lost Everything

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

When the landslide hit, Sruthi's house was washed away, along with its inhabitants. She lost her entire family and some relatives. All she had left for a close confidante was her fiance Jenson. Days after the landslide and the loss of her family, Jenson died in a road accident that also left Sruthi with serious injuries. News of the accident and Sruthi's backdrop as the lone surviving member of a family wiped out in the July landslide, was picked up by the media, and people rushed to help.

Gadkari favours 51% stake to foreign cos in tunnel construction JV

Gadkari favours 51% stake to foreign cos in tunnel construction JV

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday favoured giving a majority 51 per cent stake to foreign partners in joint ventures for building tunnels and detailed project reports to improve work quality. Gadkari said providing a majority stake to a foreign partner in the joint venture is necessary to ensure that only serious and technically qualified players bid for tunnel projects.

Where Would India Be Without Dr Singh?

Where Would India Be Without Dr Singh?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

What stood out in his 15-year journey as a member of the political executive at the Centre was his glowing record as India's most successful and effective finance minister. Both as prime minister and finance minister, he understood the importance of gradualism, except when the economy or the polity was in a crisis.