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10 top searched 'new' cars in India

10 top searched 'new' cars in India

Rediff.com14 Jun 2012

These days, majority of car buyers do their research online before buying a car.

Court frames charges against 10 in Dara case

Court frames charges against 10 in Dara case

Rediff.com26 Aug 2011

A Jaipur court has framed charges against 10 accused, including an Indian Police Service officer, involved in the alleged fake encounter case of Dara Singh.

Rajnath to fly in Tejas, spend night on Vikramaditya

Rajnath to fly in Tejas, spend night on Vikramaditya

Rediff.com18 Sep 2019

'The Raksha Mantri's day at sea'/

Kalam compliments ISRO for Mars orbiter launch

Kalam compliments ISRO for Mars orbiter launch

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

Former President and renowned scientist A P J Abdul Kalam on Tuesday complimented Indian Space Research Organisation for the successful launch of Mars orbiter.

Antony to spend night on INS Viraat during TROPEX

Antony to spend night on INS Viraat during TROPEX

Rediff.com6 Feb 2012

The defence minister will also be on board the country's latest indigenous stealth frigate INS Shivalik and witness the live firing of lethal missiles including the supersonic BrahMos cruise missile, Defence Ministry officials said in New Delhi on Monday.

Angela Merkel arrives in Delhi; to hold talks with PM

Angela Merkel arrives in Delhi; to hold talks with PM

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

Merkel will co-chair the 5th IGC with Prime Minister Modi following which the two leaders will make press statements and a raft of agreements will be signed between the two sides.

IAF to raise 3 new squadrons in 2020

IAF to raise 3 new squadrons in 2020

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

Sukhoi-30MKI fighters will be based in Thanjavur. Tejas Mark 1 aircraft will be based in Sulur. The Rafale squadron will be based in Ambala.

Rahul Dravid's five gems in Test cricket

Rahul Dravid's five gems in Test cricket

Rediff.com10 Mar 2012

As the cricket world salutes the great Karnataka batsman on his retirement, rediff.com looks back on five Test knocks that are, arguably, his best.

Battle for Hisar gets fierce amid Hazare factor

Battle for Hisar gets fierce amid Hazare factor

Rediff.com9 Oct 2011

With three political heavyweights locked in a triangular contest, the battle for Hisar Lok Sabha seat has turned fierce, but ruling Congress worries have increased as it has to fight not only its opponents but also tackle Team Hazare's campaign against it.

'In Bigg Boss 5, everyone was trying to be Dolly Bindra'

'In Bigg Boss 5, everyone was trying to be Dolly Bindra'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2012

Former contestants of the hit reality TV show react to the politics in the house.

Varun Gandhi contradicts Modi govt over Rohingyas deportation

Varun Gandhi contradicts Modi govt over Rohingyas deportation

Rediff.com26 Sep 2017

Union minister Hansraj Ahir said those who have national interest in mind should not make such statements.

Bruised government promises Lokpal in Budget session

Bruised government promises Lokpal in Budget session

Rediff.com30 Dec 2011

Putting up a brave front after it failed to muster the numbers in the Rajya Sabha, the United Progressive Alliance government on Friday said the Lokpal Bill will "definitely" be brought before the Rajya Sabha during the Budget session even as Congress leader Digvijay Singh defended the move saying extension of the House on Thursday night was not possible.

Paresh Baruah flays India for installing missiles in NE

Paresh Baruah flays India for installing missiles in NE

Rediff.com26 Mar 2012

In an apparent attempt to placate his masters on foreign soils, Paresh Barua, the commander-in-chief of the anti-talks faction of the proscribed United Liberation Front of Assam, on Monday called upon the people of Assam and other parts of the region to resist 'colonial' Indian government's bid to set up BrahMos and Akash missiles on the soils of Nagaland and Assam as it would make them target of 'Red China' that claims territory of 'so called' Arunachal Pradesh.

Navy gets 4 Russian frigates for Rs 200 billion

Navy gets 4 Russian frigates for Rs 200 billion

Rediff.com26 Feb 2018

Still, there remains a worrying shortfall of frigates, which are the navy's workhorses. 'We need to have at least 24 frigates,' says a senior admiral. 'Currently we are 10 short.'

'Sure of win': Aaditya Thackeray to make poll debut from Worli

'Sure of win': Aaditya Thackeray to make poll debut from Worli

Rediff.com30 Sep 2019

The elder son of party chief Uddhav Thackeray will become the first member of the clan ever to contest an election.

Sitharaman, Goyal, Pradhan become members of key Cabinet committees

Sitharaman, Goyal, Pradhan become members of key Cabinet committees

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

After her elevation as defence minister, Sitharaman has become a member of the cabinet committee on security headed by the prime minister.

Govt signs peace treaty with Assam outfit

Govt signs peace treaty with Assam outfit

Rediff.com26 Nov 2011

The government of India has signed a peace agreement with a tribal insurgent group from Assam, United People's Democratic Solidarity.

Does PM think only of the common man, not woman: Modi

Does PM think only of the common man, not woman: Modi

Rediff.com22 Oct 2011

Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday attacked Prime Minister Manmohan Singh over the issue of inflation, accusing him of being "insensitive" to the plight of the common people.

Kamat ignores party warning; skips oath ceremony

Kamat ignores party warning; skips oath ceremony

Rediff.com12 Jul 2011

Highly-placed party sources gave this warning in the context of Kamat reportedly sulking over not not being made a Cabinet minister in the reshuffle of portfolios on Tuesday.

Govt clears Lokpal Bill; CBI out, PM in but with safeguards

Govt clears Lokpal Bill; CBI out, PM in but with safeguards

Rediff.com20 Dec 2011

Refusing to yield to Anna Hazare's demand, the government has kept CBI out of the control of Lokpal and decided not to hive off the Directorate of Prosecution from the investigative agency.

Spicejet flies into history books with India's first biojet-fuel run flight

Spicejet flies into history books with India's first biojet-fuel run flight

Rediff.com27 Aug 2018

Made from Jatropha crop, the fuel has been developed by the CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum, Dehradun.

About 10,000 Indians stranded in Saudi to be evacuated: Swaraj

About 10,000 Indians stranded in Saudi to be evacuated: Swaraj

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

Her deputy V K Singh is leaving for Saudi Arabia to oversee the evacuation process, she said in a statement in both Houses of Parliament.

Why Governor Dhankar is shooting darts at elected Mamata

Why Governor Dhankar is shooting darts at elected Mamata

Rediff.com4 May 2020

What makes Dhankar so outspoken? Could it because as governor he will be in the driver's seat if the Trinamool Congress performs below par in the elections next year? Shikha Shalini reports.

Yoga Day: Look who's leading by example

Yoga Day: Look who's leading by example

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

Some of the big names who decided to roll out the yoga mat

Cabinet rejig: 20 new ministers likely to be sworn-in

Cabinet rejig: 20 new ministers likely to be sworn-in

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

As many as 20 new faces are expected to be inducted into the Union Council of Ministers on Sunday in the first revamp exercise which is likely to bring in BJP leaders Manohar Parrikar, Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi, Rajiv Pratap Rudy and Bandaru Datttatreya while elevating a few.

How to tackle rising interest rates?

How to tackle rising interest rates?

Rediff.com10 May 2011

"Any payment above EMIs is considered as payments towards the principal and would result in shorter tenure. This, in turn, will lower the total interest amount you pay on your home loan."

Cabinet reshuffle with UP, Kerala polls in mind?

Cabinet reshuffle with UP, Kerala polls in mind?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2011

The reshuffle in the Union Cabinet, carried out on Wednesday, appears to have some focus on assembly election-bound states like Kerala and Uttar Pradesh.

'The government's priorities are all wrong'

'The government's priorities are all wrong'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

'The prime minister did not think that COVID-19 was a serious challenge as late as March 20.'

Harish Rawat sworn in as new Uttarakhand CM

Harish Rawat sworn in as new Uttarakhand CM

Rediff.com1 Feb 2014

Harish Rawat, a Union Minister, was on Saturday sworn in as the new chief minister of Uttarakhand, succeeding Vijay Bahuguna who was asked by the Congress high command to step down in a bid to boost the party's prospects ahead of the April-May Lok Sabha polls.

Most enhanced security on waters around Mumbai

Most enhanced security on waters around Mumbai

Rediff.com6 Nov 2010

Guarding the Mumbai coastline has been given the most precedence since intlligence alerts hint at likely threats from the sea.

India-Russia ties: Strong but with irritants

India-Russia ties: Strong but with irritants

Rediff.com18 Mar 2010

The four pillars on which the relationship rests strategic congruence; defence and space partnership; nuclear power generation; and hydrocarbons remain biased in favour of Russia. Putin's visit gave little hope that this was about to change.

VOTE: Sexy sisters -- the hottest jodi!

VOTE: Sexy sisters -- the hottest jodi!

Rediff.com27 May 2011

Kate and Pippa, Katrina and Isabel, Penelope and Monica -- all these sexy siblings are genetically blessed. But who are the hottest twosome? Take our poll and let us know!

Tips to crack UPSC examination

Tips to crack UPSC examination

Rediff.com12 May 2011

A guide for freshers who will be taking the Union Public Service Commission exam in 2011.

The 5 most trusted airlines, telcos, cars

The 5 most trusted airlines, telcos, cars

Rediff.com3 Sep 2010

Companies spend billions of dollars on building brands as it gives a strategic direction and competitive advantage.

Invoking 'act of God', Centre gives states 2 options on meeting GST shortfall

Invoking 'act of God', Centre gives states 2 options on meeting GST shortfall

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

The Centre on Thursday placed before the GST Council two options for borrowing by states to meet the shortfall in GST revenues, pegged at Rs 2.35 lakh crore in the current fiscal.

Abysmal rate of terror convictions in Pak a worry

Abysmal rate of terror convictions in Pak a worry

Rediff.com20 Aug 2010

An Associated Press review found no convictions in the 20 largest and most high-profile terror attacks of the last three years.

Maha expansion: Vikhe Patil sworn-in as minister

Maha expansion: Vikhe Patil sworn-in as minister

Rediff.com16 Jun 2019

Vikhe Patil, who was leader of opposition in the state assembly, resigned from the Congress recently.

Day 1 of 17th Lok Sabha: PM, members take oath

Day 1 of 17th Lok Sabha: PM, members take oath

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

When Modi's name was called out by the Secretary General for taking oath, Members from the ruling National Democratic Alliance thumped the desk greeting the Prime Minister with slogans such as 'Modi Modi' and 'Bharat Mata ki Jai'.

Indian American hopes to make it big in NY polls

Indian American hopes to make it big in NY polls

Rediff.com14 Sep 2010

Indian American Reshma Saujani hopes to become the next United States Congresswoman from New York. It is a difficult race to win the New York primary slated to be held on Tuesday, but she is counting on immigrant power and her Wall Street connections. Aseem Chhabra speaks to the candidate.

Not a ministry reshuffle for 2019

Not a ministry reshuffle for 2019

Rediff.com4 Sep 2017

'The days when less government, more governance were spoken of are well and truly behind us.' 'More government, it is now believed, means more governance,' says Saisuresh Sivaswamy.