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Vistara starts bookings, keeps fares much higher than competitors

Vistara starts bookings, keeps fares much higher than competitors

Rediff.com20 Dec 2014

Vistara will have to face stiff competition from Jet Airways, AirAsia

How PM Modi keeps babus on tight leash

How PM Modi keeps babus on tight leash

Rediff.com10 Sep 2014

New Delhi bureaucrats, accustomed to leisurely lunches, golf in the afternoon and long weekends, have been shaken out of their somnolence, say authors. Fear and suspicion hang heavy over the red-sands.

Has Modi met the soldiers' expectations?

Has Modi met the soldiers' expectations?

Rediff.com24 May 2016

The Modi government has not lived up to the muscularity the prime minister promised while campaigning, says Ajai Shukla

Will Hrithik Roshan succeed as an entrepreneur?

Will Hrithik Roshan succeed as an entrepreneur?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2016

The HRX story will be watched closely by many, for Bollywood stars have rarely made the transition from movies to business.

Salman: Priyanka did what she wanted

Salman: Priyanka did what she wanted

Rediff.com29 May 2019

'To get the most important film of Priyanka's career, which would perhaps take her another 10-15 years, she refused to do it to get married to him. I mean it's amazing!'

Indians dominate on another good day at CWG

Indians dominate on another good day at CWG

Rediff.com11 Apr 2018

India dominated the range and the ring as Shreyasi Singh's double trap gold shored up the medal tally while the entire men's Indian boxing contingent made the semi-finals to be assured of podium finishes in an unprecedented performance on Day 7 of the 21st Commonwealth Games, in Gold Coast on Wednesday.

12 Indian hotels that will take your breath away

12 Indian hotels that will take your breath away

Rediff.com28 Aug 2014

They are also feature among the top 500 in the world.

Listening to the sounds of silence in Panchgani

Listening to the sounds of silence in Panchgani

Rediff.com13 Sep 2014

Looking for a quiet getaway? Head to Panchgani, near Mumbai says Harnoor Channi-Tiwary.

The Culinary Magic of Chettinad

The Culinary Magic of Chettinad

Rediff.com21 Jul 2018

'In one mansion we visited, I was told the doors in the back courtyard had to be kept closed because to have the front and back doors open at the same time would result in Chettiar wealth flowing away,' notes Rahul Jacob after a memorable visit to Karaikudi.

The man who uses instincts over numbers

The man who uses instincts over numbers

Rediff.com26 Nov 2015

Naveen Tewari loves cycling but over the past few years, he has been keeping his first love waiting.

Canada's Buffett is Thomas Cook's new travel partner

Canada's Buffett is Thomas Cook's new travel partner

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

In its latest transition, the company will also double up as an investment vehicle.

#JabWeMet: My arranged love story

#JabWeMet: My arranged love story

Rediff.com18 Feb 2015

Rediff reader Kamaljit Medhi tells us how a chance meeting with Arpana rekindled their love in the sleepy town of Digboi.

Cricket's tryst with Mahatma Gandhi

Cricket's tryst with Mahatma Gandhi

Rediff.com2 Oct 2017

On the occasion of Gandhiji's birthday, Rediff.com presents an excerpt from the book that shows how Gandhi changed the face of cricket as it was played then.

Six mantras to get the best car loan deal

Six mantras to get the best car loan deal

Rediff.com4 Jan 2015

These tips can save a lot of money for every car loan customer.

Is Rio on your mind? Plan ahead is the mantra!

Is Rio on your mind? Plan ahead is the mantra!

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

Come August and the world's finest athletes from 206 countries will be out to prove their best at the Olympics.

How Renault scored a goal with the Kwid

How Renault scored a goal with the Kwid

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

How did the Kwid become an Indian success story?

Forecasting media's future

Forecasting media's future

Rediff.com17 Nov 2015

Ajit Balakrishnan recalls some lessons from the last time people talked of 'convergence' -- the mid-1990s.

Markets end lower on caution over key reforms; IT, real estate bleed

Markets end lower on caution over key reforms; IT, real estate bleed

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

Sensex ends lower; govt schemes in focus.

A walk through Amritsar's Heritage Street

A walk through Amritsar's Heritage Street

Rediff.com29 Oct 2016

The street leading to the Golden Temple gets a makeover that takes you back in time.

Should you buy travel insurance?

Should you buy travel insurance?

Rediff.com16 Dec 2015

A travel insurance plan can help protect your dream holiday from turning into a nightmare.

'The Indian consumer demands so much service'

'The Indian consumer demands so much service'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2017

'The toughest challenge is not to satisfy the luxury customer.' 'The toughest challenge is to satisfy the budget customer.'

General Jake: One of the greatest Indians I've known

General Jake: One of the greatest Indians I've known

Rediff.com16 Jan 2016

'His Promised Land was India.' Shekhar Gupta salutes General J F R Jacob, the incredible soldier who passed into the ages this week.

A room with the worst view in the world!

A room with the worst view in the world!

Rediff.com10 Mar 2017

A day before iconic street artist Banksy opens Walled Off -- his hotel in Bethlehem, a few feet away from the Israel-Palestine Wall -- we take you inside on a tour.

The battle against hunger is long and tough

The battle against hunger is long and tough

Rediff.com6 Oct 2016

Rediff.com's Prasanna D Zore and Uttam Ghosh report from Maharashtra's Malnourished Corridor, visiting an anganwadi, which is often the first line of defence in tackling malnutrition.

PM Modi announces Rs 80,000-cr package for J-K

PM Modi announces Rs 80,000-cr package for J-K

Rediff.com7 Nov 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced a package of Rs 80,000 crore for Jammu and Kashmir.

When Ishiguro spoke to Rediff.com

When Ishiguro spoke to Rediff.com

Rediff.com5 Oct 2017

Celebrated novelist Kazuo Ishiguro, who has just won the 2017 Nobel Prize for Literature, spoke to Arthur J Pais of Rediff.com in 2009, recalling his wonderful association with Sonny Mehta, editor-in-chief of Alfred A Knopf and chairman of the Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group, who had just won a special award.

Corporates rally to 'De-Car' as Gurgaon goes on green drive

Corporates rally to 'De-Car' as Gurgaon goes on green drive

Rediff.com30 Sep 2015

Delhi and neighbouring Noida in Uttar Pradesh, too, are studying Gurgaon's no-car Tuesday model.

'The L-G is playing a dangerous game'

'The L-G is playing a dangerous game'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

In an interview with Rediff.com Puducherry CM spoke about his plans for the state, Rahul Gandhi and his daily friction with the lieutenant governor.

Five great reads that will teach you how to tackle debt!

Five great reads that will teach you how to tackle debt!

Rediff.com1 Oct 2014

Here are some great books on personal finance and wealth creation that tell you all about how to avoid a debt trap and transform the way in which you handle your finances.

2018 World Cup Qualifiers: Gayle's record ton powers WI to victory

2018 World Cup Qualifiers: Gayle's record ton powers WI to victory

Rediff.com6 Mar 2018

Chris Gayle joined Hashim Amla and Sachin Tendulkar as only the third batsman in the history of ODI cricket to score centuries against 11 different countries, while Shimron Hetmyer hit his maiden century as the Windies defeated the United Arab Emirates by 60 runs in their opening Group A fixture of the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2018 at the Old Hararians in Harare on Tuesday.

CII president pitches for substantial cut in interest rates

CII president pitches for substantial cut in interest rates

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

The ball is now in the Reserve Bank of India's court to lift up demand, says Ajay S Shriram.

Valentine's Day Special: Save money, honey!

Valentine's Day Special: Save money, honey!

Rediff.com10 Feb 2015

Spending money to make this day special is the easiest way out, but also very predictable and boring. Some creative thinking and you can indeed spend less money and have more fun!

Stand with Kerala. Visit!

Stand with Kerala. Visit!

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

The sun is out. The flood waters have receded. Keralites have spent crores in quickly cleaning up the state and making it visitor ready. Go to Kerala folks!

Mega business district for Mumbai, courtesy MIAL

Mega business district for Mumbai, courtesy MIAL

Rediff.com10 Feb 2014

GVK Skycity's 20-million sq ft commercial space will be bigger than that in BKC; bids invited for first phase.

Cash Crisis: Day 8: Aaj ki Taaza Khabar!

Cash Crisis: Day 8: Aaj ki Taaza Khabar!

Rediff.com16 Nov 2016

Cashi Crisis: Day 9: Aaj ki Taaza Khabar!

Skoda Rapid Facelift - First Drive Review

Skoda Rapid Facelift - First Drive Review

Rediff.com6 Dec 2016

The new Skoda Rapid is based on Skoda's Crystalline design theme that focuses on straight lines and sharp angles, says Jagdev Kalsi/CarDekho.com.

How babus battle over holidays

How babus battle over holidays

Rediff.com11 Apr 2015

Indian officialdom enjoys well over a week of Sundays every month

Low fares might leave airlines stranded in the long run

Low fares might leave airlines stranded in the long run

Rediff.com8 May 2015

The sooner the airlines get their act together, the better.

Meet electricity's marathon man, Rajiv Mishra

Meet electricity's marathon man, Rajiv Mishra

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

CLP saw early that the pollution caused by China's rush for industrial growth would lead inevitably to demands for cleaner electricity.

The hit filmmaker who left it all to tend cows

The hit filmmaker who left it all to tend cows

Rediff.com7 Nov 2017

Filmmaker Mansoor Khan turned his back to the movies, to live a simple life off the land. He has another passion now -- Mother Earth.