Meghalaya is a land of political contradictions. One of the most peaceful states in the North-East, only one chief minister has had a full term in office in Meghalaya's 41-year history. Meghalaya is a woman-dominated traditional society, but the outgoing assembly had only one lady MLA!Rediff.com's Archana Masih reports from Shillong on the election in arguably India's most politically unstable state.
It's the only Indian destination mentioned in the Forbes list of '13 cultural events to be seen' across the world. Set in the historical port town of Kochi, India's first ever new-age art extravaganza, the Kochi-Muziris Biennale, has received great response from the global art world. Durga Dominic brings you a glimpse of some of the Indian artistes participating in the Biennale. Photographs: Rajesh Karkera
They have their unique style mantras and an attitude to go with them.
The Maha Kumbh, considered to be the largest religious gathering on earth, will begin at the Sangam in Allahabad from January 14. Photographer Rajesh Karkera and Archana Masih capture the scenes from the ghat in the run-up to the religious festival that is the pinnacle of many spiritual dreams.
Scenes from a deserted Mumbai, something that most of us have never seen.
Americans and desis came together to watch the US Election results live at Mumbai's Hard Rock Cafe. Rediff.com's Nadisha Daniel and Abhishek Mande were at the venue. Photographs and video: Rajesh Karkera
As the most exciting auto show of the year is underway we show you some of the sexiest Harleys that are on display.
Models Sonalika Sahay, Nicole Padival and Aishwarya Singh share their feelings about the floods that have devastated Kerala.
A joint showing by designers Kallol Datta and duo Pankaj and Nidhi brought Lakme Fashion Week to a grand close last night, with the Bollywood actress showstopping for both collections.
Photographer Rajesh Karkera took a trip backstage before the Debarun/Vaishali S show at Lakme Fashion Week and returned with these images.
A showing that highlighted the diverse talents of designers Amrita Thakur, Nishka Lulla, Prashant Chauhan and SS Surya opened Day Five of Lakme.
Here's a look at designer Tanya Sharma's latest offerings from her label 'GaGa', showcased on the fourth day of the LFW.
Accessories went into overdrive on Day Four of Lakme -- here's a look at collections from Outhouse, Valliyan, Rohan Arora and Second Skin.
Here's a look at designer Debarun Mukherjee's collection from the third day of the LFW.
Designer Gaurang Shah revived '50s and '60s Indian glamour with Kanjeevarams featuring classic kalamkari work at the LFW.
Here's what designer Drashta Sarvaiya had to offer on Day Two of Lakme Fashion Week.
Here's a look at Babita M's line, showcased on the second day of Lakme Fashion Week.
A sneak peek into how designers solicit business far from the maddening crowd at Lakme Fashion Week.
The small, sweet village of Mawlynnong is not only beautifully clean, but has a character that will win your heart.
No, they are not politicians, bureaucrats or film stars, but a group of young singers who can stir the rusted chords of your soul with the power of their voice. Ladies and gentlemen... the Shillong Chamber Choir...
"I have 27 missed calls during the time I've been speaking to you! Here if you don't answer the phone, there is every chance a party member will tell you 'Because you didn't answer my phone I'm leaving your party.'" Archana Masih reports on how a graduate of the prestigious Wharton Business School fits into the unusual landscape of North-East politics.
Durga Dominic and Rajesh Karkera bring you glimpses of the extraordinary international artistes who are participating in the India's first ever new-age art extravaganza, the Kochi Biennale.
It is India's first-ever New Age art extravaganza. No wonder then, art lover Durga Dominic abandoned both her job and her family for a few days to get a glimpse of the Kochi-Muziris Art Biennale. Photographs: Rajesh Karkera.
'My dad says that if you are a comedian, you have to make people laugh, no matter where you are.' 'You are always working.'
The safest car in its segment is now available in a 7-speed automatic transmission avatar, named as the Altroz DCA (Dual Clutch Automatic), says Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.
Foodies Rajesh Karkera and Abhishek Mande visit Mumbai's Khau Galli restaurant, where the chef shows you how to make lip-smacking Pasta Arabiata at home.
Initially, Salman was offered Shah Rukh's role of the rebellious Max.
While fashion on the ramp was a mixed bag, there were some off-ramp styles that got our thumbs up. We take a look...
Tad late perhaps, but a small group of women and men staged a silent demonstration on Day Four of the Lakme Fashion Week. This wasn't however the first time people came out in protest of something at the fashion event.
'I don't think any politician now can kill growth for the next couple of decades,' Gurcharan Das tells Rediff.com's Vaihayasi Pande Daniel. 'We will continue to have these very slow, incremental, reforms. Then we will hit a wall. That's the wall of bad governance. Unless we fix our governance, we won't become a great country.'
If you happen to be in Varanasi, one experience that you shouldn't miss is the spectacular Ganga aarti on the Dashaswamedh ghat.
Imlibenla was 17 when she won the Miss Nagaland title in 2012.
The iconic Triumph showcased a stunning range of superbikes at the ongoing Auto Expo 2012. Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera captured these monsters in their full glory. Just for your eyes only.
MG Motor India on Tuesday said it will shut its manufacturing unit at Halol in Gujarat for seven days to curb the spread of COVID-19 as the second wave of the pandemic is sweeping across the country. The company follows Hero MotoCorp, which had last week announced temporarily stopping of operations at all of its six manufacturing facilities located at Dharuhera and Gurugram, Haryana; Chittoor in Andhra Pradesh; Haridwar in Uttarakhand; Neemrana in Rajasthan, and Halol in Gujarat along with its Global Parts Center (GPC) at Neemrana as COVID-19 cases surged in India.
No journey can give you a taste of the Indian landscape like train travel. Rajesh Karkera and Archana Masih capture vignettes on one such long journey through Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.
The house in Allahabad where Amitabh Bachchan lived in many, many, years before he became THE SUPERSTAR.
Presented on Day Four of Lakme Fashion Week, Swapnil Shinde's collection was inspired by Indian horror films of the 50's and early 60's.
Here's a look at designs by Atithi Gupta, Nupur Kanoi and Ruchika Sacheva, showcased collectively on Day Five of the LFW.
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