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5 wildlife getaways to make the most of your Diwali weekend

5 wildlife getaways to make the most of your Diwali weekend

Rediff.com10 Oct 2017

Still unsure about where you want to travel during the long Diwali weekend? We'll help you out.

How F1 teams are helping Britain battle coronavirus

How F1 teams are helping Britain battle coronavirus

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

If British industry succeeds in saving lives during the coronavirus pandemic it will be due in part to the pioneering role played by Formula One racing teams in the country. Seven of the 10 Formula One teams have joined forces with leading aerospace and engineering companies to ramp up production of ventilators while Mercedes has also worked with medics and academics to produce an alternative breathing aid.

Think Fifty Shades' Jamie Dornan is the HOTTEST HUNK of the year? VOTE!

Think Fifty Shades' Jamie Dornan is the HOTTEST HUNK of the year? VOTE!

Rediff.com14 May 2015

He sure doesn't seem to agree.

Is Trump the plumpest US President in recent times?

Is Trump the plumpest US President in recent times?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2017

The irony is that Trump detests fat people...

IN PHOTOGRAPHS: Life in a Martian desert

IN PHOTOGRAPHS: Life in a Martian desert

Rediff.com28 Mar 2013

We present some interesting photographs of life in a Mars-like desert.

Drone Awards 2020: The world seen from above

Drone Awards 2020: The world seen from above

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

The winning entries in this year's Drone Photo Awards deliver an outstanding assortment of aerial images, from the overall winning shot, catching a school of salmon forming the shape of a heart, to a special category focusing on the profound ways COVID-19 has transformed our cities. Here we showcase a selection of the shots that will be on display in the Siena Photo Awards in Italy from October 24 to November 29.

World Bank chief visits UP, promises help to Akhilesh

World Bank chief visits UP, promises help to Akhilesh

Rediff.com12 Mar 2013

World Bank President Jim Yong Kim said on Tuesday that he sees much promise in Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav, with whom he held an hour-long meeting on Tuesday morning.

Big Bang, Modern Family rule Forbes' highest paid list

Big Bang, Modern Family rule Forbes' highest paid list

Rediff.com26 Aug 2015

There is also an Indian actor in top ten!

Start-ups: 3 tips to build a great website

Start-ups: 3 tips to build a great website

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

Jim Rogers, Head of Marketing, Neustar Enterprise Services tells you how choosing the right address for your website can help improve traffic.

India loses Canada's 'special' treatment

India loses Canada's 'special' treatment

Rediff.com29 Mar 2013

Removed from general preferential regime which offers lower tariff for exports.

Boeing CEO confident about 787 battery fix

Boeing CEO confident about 787 battery fix

Rediff.com28 Mar 2013

The grounding has been a "frustrating experience," McNerney told a US Chamber of Commerce aviation summit.

Box Office: RAW scores an average

Box Office: RAW scores an average

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

The hits and misses of the week.

Box Office: Junglee is average, Notebook flops

Box Office: Junglee is average, Notebook flops

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

The hits and misses of the week.

Trump supporters storm US Capitol; 4 dead in violence

Trump supporters storm US Capitol; 4 dead in violence

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

In an unprecedented assault on democracy in the US, thousands of supporters of outgoing President Donald Trump stormed the Capitol building here and clashed with police, resulting in four deaths and interrupting a constitutional process by Congress to affirm the victory of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris in the election.

PIX: Ajay Devgn watches Race 3 with Salman

PIX: Ajay Devgn watches Race 3 with Salman

Rediff.com15 Jun 2018

Bollywood cheers for Bhai!

Priyanka Chopra's day out with Salma Hayek

Priyanka Chopra's day out with Salma Hayek

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

Here's what your favourite stars have been up to.

'Companies can WIN even during a downturn'

'Companies can WIN even during a downturn'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2012

Interview with chairman and chief executive, Deloitte Consulting LLP.

'BRICS Bank can supplement infra fund provided by WB'

'BRICS Bank can supplement infra fund provided by WB'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2013

Every single one of the BRICS countries has an enormous infr deficit that simply can't be met by a single institution, says WB President.

Boeing forecast assumes little impact from 787 woes

Boeing forecast assumes little impact from 787 woes

Rediff.com31 Jan 2013

Boeing sticks with lithium-ion battery despite issues.

Will Serena survive three rounds at Roland Garros?

Will Serena survive three rounds at Roland Garros?

Rediff.com30 May 2018

Serena Williams will be favourite for a fourth French Open title if she survives into the second week, former men's champion Jim Courier believes.

Republican party re-nominates Trump as presidential candidate

Republican party re-nominates Trump as presidential candidate

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

Trump, 74, who faces a formidable challenge from former Democratic vice president Joe Biden, 77, is scheduled to deliver his acceptance speech from the South Lawn of the White House on August 27.

World Bank chief to visit India on March 11

World Bank chief to visit India on March 11

Rediff.com8 Mar 2013

This will be Jim Young Kim's first visit to India after taking over as President of the World Bank Group last July.

Trump announces troop cuts in Afghanistan, Iraq; draws fire

Trump announces troop cuts in Afghanistan, Iraq; draws fire

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

The United States has announced to reduce the number of American troops in Afghanistan and Iraq to 2,500 each by January 15 next year, which drew sharp reaction from influential lawmakers across the aisle.

Harmeet Dhillon is vice chair of California Rep Party

Harmeet Dhillon is vice chair of California Rep Party

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

The California Republican Party on Sunday elected Indian born Harmeet Dhillon as their vice chair, making her the first woman as well as first person of Indian descent to be elected for such a senior position. The election was held at the CRP 2013 Spring Convention in Sacramento with over 1000 delegates. The party delegates also elected Jim Brulte as CRP chairman.

Wrestling faces tough fight to pin down Olympic spot

Wrestling faces tough fight to pin down Olympic spot

Rediff.com1 Mar 2013

As a former chief executive of the United States Olympic Committee, Jim Scherr knows better than most the daunting challenge facing wrestling as the sport tries to avoid being tossed from the Games.

Aadhaar to help eradicate poverty, says WB chief

Aadhaar to help eradicate poverty, says WB chief

Rediff.com9 May 2013

"On a larger scale we've got to think about how we can integrate this technology into a massive effort to scale up access to financial services," the bank said.

Made in Heaven: Beautiful contradictions, flat revelations

Made in Heaven: Beautiful contradictions, flat revelations

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

'Made in Heaven plays well as a busy show; when it's hip, but without being hopeless,' feels Sreehari Nair.

We found our nerve to return to normalcy

We found our nerve to return to normalcy

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

'This is not a government that will be an ally to supremacist ideology or strongman politics anymore, here or anywhere else,' asserts Suleman Din.

India used British mercenary pilots in fight against LTTE: Book

India used British mercenary pilots in fight against LTTE: Book

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

According to the book, 'Keenie Meenie: The British Mercenaries Who Got Away With War Crimes', authored by UK-based investigative journalist Phil Miller India's secret use of British mercenaries lasted for four months after the Indo-Lanka accord was signed between former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and then Sri Lankan president Junius Jayewardene in 1987.

James Dobbins appointed US Afghanistan-Pakistan envoy

James Dobbins appointed US Afghanistan-Pakistan envoy

Rediff.com4 May 2013

James F Dobbins, a veteran United States diplomat, has been named as the new special American envoy to Afghanistan and Pakistan, at a time when both countries are going through "a pivotal moment". Announcing his appointment, US Secretary of State John Kerry said, "He has a deep and longstanding relationships in the region and I couldn't be more grateful that Jim has agreed to take on this assignment."

In a first, Obama playing golf with Tiger Woods

In a first, Obama playing golf with Tiger Woods

Rediff.com18 Feb 2013

President Barack Obama had an intimidating partner for a round of golf on Sunday -- Tiger Woods, the World's No. 2 ranked player, according to a report.

ABC Radio not to cover India-Aus Test series

ABC Radio not to cover India-Aus Test series

Rediff.com12 Feb 2013

Australian broadcaster ABC Radio has been forced to rule out their plans to cover the four-Test Australia-India series in India because of the rising costs imposed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

#ComicCon: When superheroes landed in San Diego

#ComicCon: When superheroes landed in San Diego

Rediff.com25 Jul 2017

The best-costumed attendees at the annual Comic-Con gathering in San Diego.

Grand Slams will be up for grabs as Big 3 wane, says Courier

Grand Slams will be up for grabs as Big 3 wane, says Courier

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

Roger Federer, Rafa Nadal and Novak Djokovic have won the last 11 Grand Slams between them and an incredible 54 since 2003.

'BRICS bank could become future World Bank'

'BRICS bank could become future World Bank'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2013

The BRICS Development Bank could become a World Bank in future due to the increasing influence of emerging countries, chairman of Goldman Sachs Asset Management said on Wednesday.

Deep Purple, Anthrax, Doors to perform together in Delhi

Deep Purple, Anthrax, Doors to perform together in Delhi

Rediff.com7 Jan 2013

India's first live band festival is here!

US backs India on OBOR, says it crosses 'disputed' territory

US backs India on OBOR, says it crosses 'disputed' territory

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

India skipped the Belt and Road Forum in May this year due to its sovereignty concerns.

Boeing receives federal approval for battery test

Boeing receives federal approval for battery test

Rediff.com13 Mar 2013

Aviation major Boeing has received federal approval to its plan to test the battery system of its 'Dreamliner' planes, which were grounded early this year after a fire in one of the aircraft due to fault in the battery system.

India will grow at 6% next year: World Bank

India will grow at 6% next year: World Bank

Rediff.com12 Mar 2013

World Bank President Jim Yong Kim, who is on a three-day visit to India, said a projected five per cent GDP growth in the current financial year was disappointing, but future prospects for the country were good.

IN PICS: Travelling to the heart of India, Madhya Pradesh

IN PICS: Travelling to the heart of India, Madhya Pradesh

Rediff.com22 Dec 2012

Harnoor Channi-Tiwary travelled to Madhya Pradesh and returned with these memories.