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Vivo V70: Snapdragon Power, Zeiss Cameras

Vivo V70: Snapdragon Power, Zeiss Cameras

Rediff.com6 days ago

Vivo has begun putting out teasers of its upcoming V70 line on the brand's India web site, hinting at a fresh entrant that could shake up the upper mid-range and flagship smartphone category.

Test Drive: On the road with the 2025 Tata Sierra

Test Drive: On the road with the 2025 Tata Sierra

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

You know the Tata Sierra is a true icon when driving on the highways and hill climbs of Chandigarh, the car instantly drew all eyes to it.

Realme Unveils GT 8 Pro In India

Realme Unveils GT 8 Pro In India

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Realme's new top-end phone arrives with high speed and photo tech crafted with Ricoh. Here's a quick look at its standout highlights, cost details and all the key info on the GT 8 Pro.

10 Nano Banana Prompts to Create AI Images

10 Nano Banana Prompts to Create AI Images

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Upload your picture and customise these prompts to generate your own AI generated Nano Banana figurine.

Is China Killing India's Farming?

Is China Killing India's Farming?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

'China reduced its exports of urea to India gradually.' 'In 2020-2021 we imported 28 lakh tonnes of urea which reduced to 16 lakh tonnes in 2022-2023 and that has now reduced to 1 lakh tonnes in 2024-2025.'

Tata leaves behind an unfulfilled dream: A Nano EV

Tata leaves behind an unfulfilled dream: A Nano EV

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

From Tetley Tea to Jaguar Land Rover and Air India, Ratan Tata has ticked off almost every item on his bucket list. However, one that remains unfinished is the electric version of his small car, the Tata Nano. A concept entrusted to Coimbatore-based Jayem Automotives (Jayem Auto) is still on the shelves, despite nearly 400 cars being launched, primarily due to Covid-19 and new crash norms.

Singur saga: How Tata's Nano exit reshaped Bengal's political, industrial landscape

Singur saga: How Tata's Nano exit reshaped Bengal's political, industrial landscape

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

On the eve of Durga Puja in October 2008, industrialist Ratan Tata announced that Tata Motors would withdraw from the nearly completed Nano car plant in Singur, attributing the decision to Mamata Banerjee's anti-land acquisition movement, which he claimed had derailed what was meant to be a "groundbreaking project" -- the world's cheapest car.

Shukla set to return: Here's what Axiom-4 crew is bringing back from space

Shukla set to return: Here's what Axiom-4 crew is bringing back from space

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and the Axiom-4 crew are completing experiments on the International Space Station (ISS) before their scheduled return to Earth.

Shubhanshu to undergo 7-day rehab after splashdown on Earth

Shubhanshu to undergo 7-day rehab after splashdown on Earth

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will undergo a rehabilitation program after returning from an 18-day mission to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 mission. The mission involved various experiments and research activities.

That's How Much Diana, Khushi, Nora's Handbags Cost!

That's How Much Diana, Khushi, Nora's Handbags Cost!

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Handbags in Bollywood are not just fashion statements; they are status symbols that often come with jaw-dropping price tags.

Feasts, farewells aboard ISS as Shuks, crew end 18-Day mission

Feasts, farewells aboard ISS as Shuks, crew end 18-Day mission

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

After 18 days of experiments, Shubhanshu Shukla and the Axiom-4 crew are set to return to Earth, marking the end of their mission at the International Space Station.

Still looks saare jahan se accha: Shuks at ISS farewell

Still looks saare jahan se accha: Shuks at ISS farewell

Rediff.com13 Jul 2025

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla concludes his 18-day stay at the International Space Station, praising India's ambition, confidence, and pride as seen from space. He echoes Rakesh Sharma's iconic words and expresses gratitude to all involved in the Axiom-4 mission.

Shuks leads pivotal muscle-loss study aboard ISS

Shuks leads pivotal muscle-loss study aboard ISS

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut at the International Space Station (ISS), conducted a critical biomedical experiment aboard the ISS on flight day 6 of the Axiom 4 Mission, focusing on how microgravity contributes to muscle loss.

Drones Are What India Needs For Future Wars

Drones Are What India Needs For Future Wars

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

The foremost lesson for India today is to beef up its air defence to cater for multiple drone attacks. As seen in Operation Sindoor, we have come a long way, but there's room for getting better. We must develop a robust and almost impregnable air cover over ourselves, asserts IAF veteran Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

Shuks To Fly To ISS On June 19

Shuks To Fly To ISS On June 19

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

The rocket flight was aborted in order to plug the liquid oxygen leak identified during post-static fire Falcon 9 rocket inspections.

Welfare over sops for industry: Mamata digs in ahead of polls

Welfare over sops for industry: Mamata digs in ahead of polls

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

'The chief minister believes the poorest of the poor have the first right on government resources.'

Did ISRO Play Role In Axiom Mission Delay?

Did ISRO Play Role In Axiom Mission Delay?

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

'ISRO recommended to carry out in-situ repairs or replacement and conduct a low-temperature leak test to validate system performance and integrity, before proceeding with launch.'

How SpaceX Can Speed Up Shuks' Mission

How SpaceX Can Speed Up Shuks' Mission

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

'The solution is to replace, clean up, retest and proceed.' 'There is nothing to worry about if corrected.'

What's A Stealth Fighter?

What's A Stealth Fighter?

Rediff.com30 May 2025

If I were to explain stealth to a layperson, I'd ask them to think of the game chupan-chupai (hide and seek) we played as children, explains Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

HEX20 Elevates India With Nila Launch

HEX20 Elevates India With Nila Launch

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

'The launch of Nila, our very first satellite was very emotional as well as nerve wracking. We tried to calm ourselves by cracking some poor jokes!'

The Nano That Became A Helicopter!

The Nano That Became A Helicopter!

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

How scrap material became a magnificent Rudra Veena... How children learnt about animals, the real way... How the BRO is strengthening India...

Countdown Begins For ISRO's 100th Launch

Countdown Begins For ISRO's 100th Launch

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

At 6.23 am on 29.1.2025, the 50.9 metre tall and weighing 420.7 ton Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle-F15 (GSLV-F15) is slated to blast off from the second launch pad carrying the 2,250 kg NVS-02 navigation satellite.

ISRO's 100th Mission Lifts Off In Style

ISRO's 100th Mission Lifts Off In Style

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

The Indian Space Research Organisation successfully launched its 100th mission on Wednesday, with a GSLV rocket carrying navigation satellite NVS-02.

Girl NCC cadets, robotic mules to feature in Army Day parade

Girl NCC cadets, robotic mules to feature in Army Day parade

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

The Army Day Parade this year will see participation of an all-girl marching contingent from the National Cadet Corps (NCC) and showcasing of four thematic tableaux, including one based on the force's Mission Olympics Wing.

ISRO to launch PSLV-C54 on Nov 26 with Oceansat-3, 8 nano satellites

ISRO to launch PSLV-C54 on Nov 26 with Oceansat-3, 8 nano satellites

Rediff.com20 Nov 2022

The launch is scheduled at 11.46 am on November 26, said the national space agency headquartered in Bengaluru.

RIP Nano!

RIP Nano!

Rediff.com24 Jan 2019

The entry level car, brainchild of Ratan Tata who envisaged giving a safer and affordable alternative to families riding on two-wheelers, received lacklustre response from the Indian consumer. Tata Motors to bid adieu to Nano from April 2020.

Tata Hitachi reaps rich harvest, from field to factory

Tata Hitachi reaps rich harvest, from field to factory

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

It was the summer of 2006 (May 18). Writers' Building, then the state secretariat, was buzzing with journalists. The event marked the start of Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee's second term as chief minister. And in style, it got off with West Bengal bagging the small car plant, Nano.

'Want To Take Everybody's Ideas To Space'

'Want To Take Everybody's Ideas To Space'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

'To access our satellite, you don't need any IQ test, you don't need to write an examination.' 'You can be a Class 1 student, an engineering student, a 60-year-old person, anybody can access our satellite.'

'Nano' ad budget for the Nano

'Nano' ad budget for the Nano

Rediff.com24 Mar 2009

Tata Motors has opted unconventional mediums like web search, viral marketing and innovative public relations-driven campaigns, where the news in brief is called 'Nano news' in some papers and television advertisement breaks are called 'Nano breaks.' There is also Nano merchandise like T-shirts and key chains. Unlike most car launches, it is not supported by a television campaign, leading to a big saving for the company.

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'What's sad today is that there are so many people who cannot find work, not because the country is devoid of that opportunity, but because we are not doing enough in the country.'

Ratan Tata: A Corporate Titan Like None Other

Ratan Tata: A Corporate Titan Like None Other

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Ratan Tata was one of the world's most influential industrialists yet he never appeared on any list of billionaires. He controlled over 30 companies that operated in over 100 countries across six continents yet lived an unpretentious life. Ratan Naval Tata, who died at a Mumbai hospital on Wednesday night at the age of 86 years, enjoyed a perhaps unique status -- a corporate titan who was considered a 'secular living saint' with a reputation for decency and integrity.

CMs Mamata, Soren, Majhi mourn death of Ratan Tata

CMs Mamata, Soren, Majhi mourn death of Ratan Tata

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Chief ministers of West Bengal, Jharkhand and Odisha on Wednesday evening condoled the demise of Tata Group's chairman emeritus and veteran industrialist Ratan Tata, and said his legacy will live on forever.

States where Brand Nano is still alive

States where Brand Nano is still alive

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

Tata Motors, however, will not be able to meet this small demand and keep the Nano alive from October next year, when safety regulations for existing car models kick in.

Spotted: New Tata Nano AMT

Spotted: New Tata Nano AMT

Rediff.com17 Mar 2015

The Nano will get some upgrades on this year's model year.

Is Tiago eating into Nano sales?

Is Tiago eating into Nano sales?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

Tata Motors ended the year selling 21,012 Nanos, up from 16,901 in FY15.

End of the road for Nano?

End of the road for Nano?

Rediff.com25 Feb 2017

Sanand produced only 515 Nanos in January, and sold even less, just around 391 units.

Why Ratan Tata Really Fell Out With Cyrus Mistry

Why Ratan Tata Really Fell Out With Cyrus Mistry

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

Ratan Tata: A Life, the much awaited biography, reveals that after a year of 'parallel running', Tata began having second thoughts about Cyrus Mistry's 'suitability'. 'Mistry targeted Ratan, the man who had elevated him from virtual oblivion into the mainstream of the Tatas...'

After Nano, what?

After Nano, what?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2008

India will choke unless it modernises its city transport systems, and you can't blame the Nano for this.

Tata Motors shelves Nano diesel project

Tata Motors shelves Nano diesel project

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

With deregulation in diesel prices, this variant does not make sense.

Nano still sticks to the slow lane

Nano still sticks to the slow lane

Rediff.com15 Jan 2016

The company is currently selling an average 2,000 units each month.