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What Our Netas Can Borrow From Trump

What Our Netas Can Borrow From Trump

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Our politicians need to take a leaf out of Mr Trump's personalised merchandise sale: It keeps his image in the public eye, continuing to engage him differently and innovatively with his supporters, points out Sandeep Goyal.

Emergency? You may just need to dial 2611

Emergency? You may just need to dial 2611

Rediff.com10 Aug 2010

Dial 2611, a National Emergency Telephone Number system is designed and developed as a nationwide single telephone number assigned to integrate local, regional and national help lines and is easy to remember, Dinkar Borde, a scientist and an innovator, said.

Where's The Party, Urvashi?

Where's The Party, Urvashi?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

She's forever in a party mood.

Gorgeous, Gorgeous Manushi!

Gorgeous, Gorgeous Manushi!

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Her style is sure to win your heart.

Zelenskyy dials Modi, seeks India's support for implementing peace formula

Zelenskyy dials Modi, seeks India's support for implementing peace formula

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

In a tweet, Zelenskyy said he counted on New Delhi's support for the implementation of his "peace formula", which he had proposed during a virtual address at the recent G20 summit in Bali.

Modi dials Putin, reiterates India's position on Ukraine

Modi dials Putin, reiterates India's position on Ukraine

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday during which he reiterated India's long-standing position on the Ukraine situation, favouring dialogue and diplomacy.

Droupadi Murmu dials Sonia, Pawar, Mamata seeking support

Droupadi Murmu dials Sonia, Pawar, Mamata seeking support

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

All the three leaders expressed their best wishes to her, sources said.

Paralympics: Sharad's silver lining for Ukrainian coach

Paralympics: Sharad's silver lining for Ukrainian coach

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Para high jumper Sharad Kumar has not met his Ukrainian coach Nikitin Yevhen for more than two years due to the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine.

DIAL gets Rs 1,827 crore bonanza from government

DIAL gets Rs 1,827 crore bonanza from government

Rediff.com10 Feb 2009

In a major concession to the Bangalore-based GMR-led consortium Delhi International Airport Ltd that is operating and upgrading Delhi airport, the government has allowed it to impose airport development fees on passengers that will help them raise up to Rs 1,827 crore over three years. The move also means that the government has forfeited its share of revenue since DIAL has been allowed to levy Airport Development Fees and not User Development Fees.

Wisdom demands Modi dial back on Hindu nationalism

Wisdom demands Modi dial back on Hindu nationalism

Rediff.com27 May 2019

'Wisdom demands Modi moves to restore the critical institutions of the State and dial back on the cult building around his persona,' say Sonali Ranade and Shealja Sharma.

New Force Gurkha Conquers The Rough And Tough

New Force Gurkha Conquers The Rough And Tough

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

This, my friends, is the ultimate off-road champion, gloats Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

Why Were Flights On G20 Days Cancelled Last Minute?

Why Were Flights On G20 Days Cancelled Last Minute?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

'This kind of a last minute order creates immense problems for airlines.'

After Iran's strike, China vows to protect Pakistan

After Iran's strike, China vows to protect Pakistan

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

As China's Foreign Minister Sun Weidong visited Pakistan on a mediation mission, a statement from Foreign Ministry on Monday said it is maintaining close contacts with Pakistan and Iran to 'bridge their differences'.

PIX: What's special about Djokovic's phone celebration

PIX: What's special about Djokovic's phone celebration

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

A dialed-in Novak Djokovic disconnected Ben Shelton's dream US Open run in the semi-finals on Friday.

Balancing green concerns with soaring energy demand

Balancing green concerns with soaring energy demand

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

Rising energy demand could tilt India's energy basket towards fossil fuels from coal to oil, natural gas.

Throwback Tuesday: When Vijender Won Olympic Bronze

Throwback Tuesday: When Vijender Won Olympic Bronze

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Back in 2008, Vijender became the first Indian boxer to win an Olympic medal.

India dials OPEC on high oil prices

India dials OPEC on high oil prices

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

India has taken up the issue of high oil prices with producer nations and OPEC, demanding affordable rates, Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Rameswar Teli told the Lok Sabha on Monday. Petrol and diesel prices have shot up to record highs across the country after relentless price increases since early May. Petrol is retailing above Rs 100 a litre in more than a dozen states.

PepsiCo on mission to dial up nutrition: Nooyi

PepsiCo on mission to dial up nutrition: Nooyi

Rediff.com13 Sep 2016

The company aims to expand its offering to include whole grains, fruits and vegetables

Eknath Shinde dials Raj Thackeray to discuss Maha political turmoil

Eknath Shinde dials Raj Thackeray to discuss Maha political turmoil

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

As the political turmoil in Maharashtra continues to unfold, rebel Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shide spoke to Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray about the recent political situation in the state, confirmed MNS leader on Monday.

Rise In Drunk Staff At Airports

Rise In Drunk Staff At Airports

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

189 people working at 59 Indian airports were found drunk on duty in the first half of this year, marking a 32 per cent year-on-year increase.

Alcaraz fights back to reach Wimbledon final

Alcaraz fights back to reach Wimbledon final

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

Alcaraz, whose tournament so far has been typified by lapses in concentration and drops in intensity, was on the back foot as Medvedev clinched the first set in a tiebreak.

Goodbye Guruji, Pradeep Bandekar

Goodbye Guruji, Pradeep Bandekar

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

'I want to die with my finger on the click button of the camera,' veteran photographer Pradeep Bandekar, who passed into ages early on Sunday morning, told Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Sunak dials Zelenskyy to discuss support; Russia rejects positive ties with UK

Sunak dials Zelenskyy to discuss support; Russia rejects positive ties with UK

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

In a letter published in the Kyiv Post, Rishi had said that he will be a lifelong friend and help Ukraine rebuild into a prosperous, ambitious and forward-looking country.

Raj Bhavan will shelter 'tortured' Sandeshkhali women: Guv

Raj Bhavan will shelter 'tortured' Sandeshkhali women: Guv

Rediff.com17 Feb 2024

He assured that the "tortured" women from Sandeshkhali in North 24 Parganas district could seek refuge in Raj Bhavan, where they would be provided with shelter, food, and security.

Alcaraz-Djokovic in Wimbledon blockbuster repeat final

Alcaraz-Djokovic in Wimbledon blockbuster repeat final

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

Sunday's final promises a fitting climax to a soggy Championships, especially if it scales anywhere near the dizzy heights of last year's classic won by Alcaraz in five sets.

Doesn't Mommy-To-Be Sheetal Massey Look Amazing?

Doesn't Mommy-To-Be Sheetal Massey Look Amazing?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

Baggy out, preppy in when it comes to cute mama-to-be Sheetak Massey!

Why 'underdog' Sen could pull off surprise at Paris Games?

Why 'underdog' Sen could pull off surprise at Paris Games?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Lakshya had struggled through much of 2023 and early part of 2024. He fell behind in the qualification race but turned things around in time with two semi-final finishes at the All England Championship and the French Open to seal his place in the Olympics.

Ukraine crisis: Biden dials Xi, warns of consequences for backing Russia

Ukraine crisis: Biden dials Xi, warns of consequences for backing Russia

Rediff.com19 Mar 2022

The about two-hour-long conversation between the two leaders over a secure video call focused on Russia's invasion of Ukraine, it said.

Blast near Israel embassy: Unknown persons booked; police await NSG lab report

Blast near Israel embassy: Unknown persons booked; police await NSG lab report

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

The police have questioned multiple autorickshaw drivers, including the one who brought the suspect to the spot before the blast took place.

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

Ukraine's foreign min dials Jaishankar ahead of UNSC vote on Russian attack

Ukraine's foreign min dials Jaishankar ahead of UNSC vote on Russian attack

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

Jaishankar said he emphasised that India supports diplomacy and dialogue as the "way out".

Warner silences critics with breezy ton to put Australia in control

Warner silences critics with breezy ton to put Australia in control

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Opener David Warner brushed aside any doubts about his Test match pedigree on Thursday with a brutal 164-run assault on Pakistan's bowlers.

Aishwarya At Cannes: Yay Or Nay?

Aishwarya At Cannes: Yay Or Nay?

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Aishwarya was dressed in an outfit completely out of her comfort zone from Sophie Couture's collection.

Bengal floods: PM dials Mamata, assures her of all help

Bengal floods: PM dials Mamata, assures her of all help

Rediff.com4 Aug 2021

The prime minister telephoned Banerjee to take stock of the flood situation in West Bengal, and assured the chief minister of all central assistance to mitigate it, the bureaucrat said.

What's Shannon Doing With Indiana Jones?

What's Shannon Doing With Indiana Jones?

Rediff.com24 May 2023

'It feels surreal that I was posing at the same time as Mr Ford was on the carpet!'

Oscar Nominations: A Quick Glance

Oscar Nominations: A Quick Glance

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

The nominations for the 96th annual Academy Awards have been announced.

India's telcos continue to dial the wrong number

India's telcos continue to dial the wrong number

Rediff.com2 Aug 2020

India's telecom sector has been through dizzying peaks, troughs, policy U-turns, court battles, brutal competition, and daily controversies. India could go back to a private sector duopoly with just Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel surviving the mayhem. The third player, Vodafone Idea, could be history.

Adani Dethrones Ambani Again

Adani Dethrones Ambani Again

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

The combined market capitalisation of Adani group companies increased to Rs 15.11 trillion last week. As a result, Gautam Adani's family raced ahead of Mukesh Ambani of Reliance Industries, reclaiming the title of India's wealthiest promoter.

Urvashi's Blue Lips Give The Ash Effect

Urvashi's Blue Lips Give The Ash Effect

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Urvashi Rautela wore a corset dress by Designer Said Kobeisy with exaggerated off-shoulder sleeves, but it was her makeup that stole the show.