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What cities look like during the coronavirus quarantine

What cities look like during the coronavirus quarantine

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

Closures, travel restrictions, and self-isolation measures due to the coronavirus have cleared public squares, roads, and travel destinations across the globe. Photographers have been capturing the eerie stillness of these public spaces, recently emptied of the crowds they were built for.

High import duty to push power tariffs higher by 2%: Icra

High import duty to push power tariffs higher by 2%: Icra

Rediff.com20 Jul 2012

The government's decision to impose 21 per cent on imported power gear would increase the cost of electricity generated from future plants by about two per cent, according to rating agency Icra.

Pele to auction memorabilia and 'share his story with generations to come'

Pele to auction memorabilia and 'share his story with generations to come'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

Triple World Cup soccer winner Pele is putting some 2,000 items up for auction, including his three World Cup medals and a one of a kind Jules Rimet trophy that could fetch up to one million dollars, auctioneers said on Thursday.

Fed Cup to be re-named Billie Jean King Cup

Fed Cup to be re-named Billie Jean King Cup

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

Billie Jean King helped the United States win the inaugural Fed Cup, the team event is being re-named in honour of the greatest trailblazer in women's tennis.

5 most fuel efficient cars in India

5 most fuel efficient cars in India

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

Maruti Swift DZire cuts out as the most fuel-efficient offering.

This time, it's war: How European papers covered Paris attacks

This time, it's war: How European papers covered Paris attacks

Rediff.com14 Nov 2015

The above front pages show how the European media reported the tragedy.

7 sedans with the BEST mileage

7 sedans with the BEST mileage

Rediff.com30 Sep 2017

Car makers are either tweaking their existing engines or developing new powertrains to attain maximum mileage numbers and attract more buyers.

Ford EcoSport is still one of the best compact SUVs

Ford EcoSport is still one of the best compact SUVs

Rediff.com22 Apr 2019

Those on the lookout for a fun, practical and convenient compact SUV will not be disappointed by the Ford EcoSport.

Rafale: Jaitley Qs vs Oppn charges

Rafale: Jaitley Qs vs Oppn charges

Rediff.com30 Aug 2018

Here's the lowdown of charges and counter-charges over the multi-dollar deal.

Paris St Germain sack head coach Tuchel

Paris St Germain sack head coach Tuchel

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

Striker Costa ends second spell at Atletico Madrid.

Army gets new teeth; K9 Vajra, M777 inducted

Army gets new teeth; K9 Vajra, M777 inducted

Rediff.com9 Nov 2018

Three M777 Ultra Light Howitzers, ten K9 Vajra tracked self propelled guns and field artillery tractors were inducted into the Indian Army.

Football Briefs: Former City player Toure moves back to Olympiakos

Football Briefs: Former City player Toure moves back to Olympiakos

Rediff.com3 Sep 2018

The Greek league leaders confirmed the move but did not give financial details. Local media said Toure would be paid around 2.5 million euros ($2.9 million) for one season.

Reliance pilot dismissed as DGCA gets strict with private airlines

Reliance pilot dismissed as DGCA gets strict with private airlines

Rediff.com28 Mar 2014

About a week ago, DGCA officials conducted surprise checks and grounded a Reliance Industries-owned 14-seater Falcon 900EX.

Revealed: Why army shut down important project

Revealed: Why army shut down important project

Rediff.com30 Jul 2018

The Indian Army, placing traditional weapons above high-technology, says that equipping the army's 800-plus combat units with a Battlefield Management System would cost an unaffordable Rs 500 billion to Rs 600 billion, reveals Ajai Shukla.

Defence: Modi Sarkar's Hits and Misses

Defence: Modi Sarkar's Hits and Misses

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

'The procurement cycle still consumes too much time; little has changed.'

Honda WR-V is 'basically three cars in one'!

Honda WR-V is 'basically three cars in one'!

Rediff.com28 Mar 2019

The compact dimensions, fuel efficiency and punchy diesel engine along with the spacious cabin makes the WR-V a perfect car those who want the practicality of a crossover and the freedom of a hatchback.

SC to hear plea seeking details of Rafale deal

SC to hear plea seeking details of Rafale deal

Rediff.com8 Oct 2018

The plea also seeks details of comparative prices during UPA and NDA rule.

'During the war, we reached 40 km into Pakistan'

'During the war, we reached 40 km into Pakistan'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

'My brave JCO managed to get to the gun, sit on top of the dead man and fired away at the attacking aircraft till they melted away into the darkness.'

Does it make sense to buy Lexus ES300h?

Does it make sense to buy Lexus ES300h?

Rediff.com25 May 2018

MotorBeam tests the Lexus ES300h to tell you what makes it so desirable.

Myth and Reality of Manipur is in Its Sport

Myth and Reality of Manipur is in Its Sport

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

Olympic Silver medalist Mirabai Chani's feat is a story of grit, dedication and desire, but it isn't unique. In Manipur, discovers Vaibhav Raghunandan.

US approves sale of 6 Apache attack choppers to India

US approves sale of 6 Apache attack choppers to India

Rediff.com13 Jun 2018

In addition to the attack helicopters, the contract also includes fire control radars; Hellfire Longbow missiles; stinger Block I-92H missiles; night vision sensors and inertial navigation systems.

Yachting Association gets flak after Asiad silver

Yachting Association gets flak after Asiad silver

Rediff.com13 Dec 2010

The Indian sailing team had to battle the odds and the association to clinch a silver medal at the recently-concluded Asian Games in Guangzhou. Arjuna Awardee Farokh Tarapore, who led the team, was vocal about his disagreement of the choice of coach.

As death toll spirals, corpses wait in 20-hour queues for last rites at Delhi crematoriums

As death toll spirals, corpses wait in 20-hour queues for last rites at Delhi crematoriums

Rediff.com27 Apr 2021

Shaking Delhi's spirit and soul, an unimaginable tragedy is unfolding at New Delhi's crematoriums struggling to cope with the deluge of the dead arriving at frightening pace.

After arrival of Rafales, Rajnath sends veiled warning to China

After arrival of Rafales, Rajnath sends veiled warning to China

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

'Anyone who should be worried about or critical about this new capability of the Indian Air Force, it should be those who want to threaten our territorial integrity'

Football Briefs: Maradona tells Madrid, give away Bale and bring Mbappe

Football Briefs: Maradona tells Madrid, give away Bale and bring Mbappe

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

ASK AJIT: 'Accumulate', 'Hold' Or 'Exit'?

ASK AJIT: 'Accumulate', 'Hold' Or 'Exit'?

Rediff.com11 May 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries

Why analysts are not so bullish on Larsen & Toubro

Why analysts are not so bullish on Larsen & Toubro

Rediff.com2 Oct 2014

Deutsche Bank says rising debtor days and low customer advances imply significant net working capital requirement.

Explained: How Chinese firms won some of India's recent PSU tenders

Explained: How Chinese firms won some of India's recent PSU tenders

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

India's sourcing from China may not necessarily be for cost-effectiveness alone but also for the lack of domestic qualified bidders, technology or other know-how.

Why India needs more ships like INS Jalashwa

Why India needs more ships like INS Jalashwa

Rediff.com29 May 2020

At war, the Jalashwa can carry and launch a full infantry battalion in a single wave. At peace, the Jalashwa can evacuate 1,000 people in a single trip. Ajai Shukla explains why the Indian Navy's new tender for more ships like the Jalashwa must be treated with special urgency.

Why defence manufacturing fights an uphill battle

Why defence manufacturing fights an uphill battle

Rediff.com28 Feb 2017

The defence sector is seeing renewed interest by Indian corporates, says Jyoti Mukul

Govt decides to withdraw NSG from VIP security duties

Govt decides to withdraw NSG from VIP security duties

Rediff.com12 Jan 2020

This will be after over two decades that the 'black cat' commandos of the elite counter-terror force will be taken out from VIP protection duties, a task not originally charted for it when the force was conceptualised and raised in 1984.

India, UAE plan infrastructure fund, defence and technology ties

India, UAE plan infrastructure fund, defence and technology ties

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

UAE would help India develop strategic petroleum reserves

Adani Group gets Rs 5,500 crore tax notice

Adani Group gets Rs 5,500 crore tax notice

Rediff.com18 May 2014

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has slapped a Rs 5,500-crore show-cause notice on Adani group for alleged over-valuation of capital equipment imports.

'India allowing Chinese economic invasion'

'India allowing Chinese economic invasion'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2010

I am upset with the Chinese economic invasion and the way we are allowing that to happen, says Naik.

Maruti launches updated Ertiga @ Rs 5.99 lakh

Maruti launches updated Ertiga @ Rs 5.99 lakh

Rediff.com16 Oct 2015

The diesel variants of the vehicle come with Smart Hybrid technology.

The Hero Maestro Edge and Duet are here!

The Hero Maestro Edge and Duet are here!

Rediff.com3 Oct 2015

Sales for Hero's all-new Maestro Edge scooter will commence from October while the Duet will be launched in the following weeks positioned below the flagship Edge, says Indian automobile website MotorBeam.

How the Spanish media reacted to Real Madrid's victory

How the Spanish media reacted to Real Madrid's victory

Rediff.com4 Jun 2017

Madrid hailed as 'Masters of the Universe' after crushing Juve

Maruti Swift Dzire now with automatic gear shift

Maruti Swift Dzire now with automatic gear shift

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

Available only in diesel model and in ZDi trim level.

Sports Shorts: Platini criticises Blatter, says he is not serving football anymore

Sports Shorts: Platini criticises Blatter, says he is not serving football anymore

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

UEFA president Michel Platini hit out at FIFA chief Sepp Blatter on Friday, saying the Swiss has stopped serving the cause of football.

SC asks Centre to submit details of pricing of Rafale jets within 10 days

SC asks Centre to submit details of pricing of Rafale jets within 10 days

Rediff.com31 Oct 2018

In its order, a three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi, gave some more leeway to the government which has been arguing that pricing details are so sensitive that they have not even been shared with Parliament.