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F1 PIX: Hamilton wins in Russia to end Ferrari's run

F1 PIX: Hamilton wins in Russia to end Ferrari's run

Rediff.com29 Sep 2019

Images from the Russian F1 Grand Prix in Sochi on Sunday

F1 to investigate 'very dangerous' marshal incident

F1 to investigate 'very dangerous' marshal incident

Rediff.com19 Sep 2016

Formula One's governing body is to investigate an incident that saw cars cleared to race while a marshal was still on track following a Singapore Grand Prix safety car period on Sunday.

Now, a 'corona car' to spread awareness in Hyderabad

Now, a 'corona car' to spread awareness in Hyderabad

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

A car museum owner in the city of Hyderabad has made a car, which looks like the coronavirus to spread awareness among the people about the fatal infection.

Delhi's Pollution Nightmare!

Delhi's Pollution Nightmare!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Clean air needs action all year round; and that it will work only if we act jointly and at scale, asserts Sunita Narain.

Perez wins rain-delayed and red-flagged Monaco GP

Perez wins rain-delayed and red-flagged Monaco GP

Rediff.com29 May 2022

An angry Leclerc dropped to fourth after Ferrari called him in again for slicks and then told him, too late, to stay out after Sainz also pitted and went directly from wets to the dry tyres.

Mercedes rams into famous kachori shop in Delhi, 6 injured

Mercedes rams into famous kachori shop in Delhi, 6 injured

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

A purported CCTV footage of the incident surfaced on the Internet showing a white-coloured Mercedes hitting some people standing outside the shop and tossing them in the air. The car rammed into a wall moments later.

Rajiv Bajaj hits out at Global NCAP on safety tests

Rajiv Bajaj hits out at Global NCAP on safety tests

Rediff.com18 May 2016

Euro NCAP had said it was disappointed to see quadricycles, including the Bajaj Qute, lack basic safety features.

'Day or night, women are always thinking of safety'

'Day or night, women are always thinking of safety'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

'No matter which part of the world you live in, I am sure every woman must have experienced this at some point of their lives.'

Dahi Handi: A Magical Night To Remember

Dahi Handi: A Magical Night To Remember

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

The Dahi Handi festival continues to have many heartwarming moments, discovers Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera.

Big Steel Boys Pushing Future Mobiility Pedal

Big Steel Boys Pushing Future Mobiility Pedal

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

From setting up cutting-edge facilities to cater to the domestic market and building capabilities of global standards, the action is building up.

Verstappen wins Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Verstappen wins Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

Max Verstappen won the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix for Red Bull on Sunday

Mahindra's 3XO Is A Game Changer in Compact SUV Segment

Mahindra's 3XO Is A Game Changer in Compact SUV Segment

Rediff.com14 May 2024

Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com takes the latest offering from the Mahindra stable for a spin.

Australian GP: Opportunistic Vettel steals victory from Hamilton

Australian GP: Opportunistic Vettel steals victory from Hamilton

Rediff.com25 Mar 2018

Sebastian Vettel made full use of the virtual safety car to sneak in front of Lewis Hamilton midway the race before the German held off the frustrated Briton to win the season-opening Australian Grand Prix on Sunday.

'Disappointed' Hamilton apologises to Mercedes for Bahrain GP penalty

'Disappointed' Hamilton apologises to Mercedes for Bahrain GP penalty

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

Three-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, who incurred a penalty that ensured he finished second behind Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel at the Bahrain Grand Prix, has issued an apology to his Mercedes team.

No relief for Porsche teen as JJB extends remand till June 25

No relief for Porsche teen as JJB extends remand till June 25

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

The Pune police through prosecutors sought the extension of the juvenile's custody for another 14 days at the observation home citing his safety.

PICS: Hamilton wins crash-marred Bahrain Grand Prix

PICS: Hamilton wins crash-marred Bahrain Grand Prix

Rediff.com29 Nov 2020

Lewis Hamilton won the Bahrain Formula One Grand Prix for Mercedes on Sunday after French driver Romain Grosjean had a miraculous escape from a fiery first-lap crash that ripped his car in two.

Is Hamilton close to winning fourth F1 title?

Is Hamilton close to winning fourth F1 title?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2017

Lewis Hamilton took a huge stride towards a fourth Formula One title on Sunday with victory in an incident-packed Singapore Grand Prix after Ferrari title rival Sebastian Vettel crashed out at the start.

'He pulled a terrorist out of the car...'

'He pulled a terrorist out of the car...'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

'He continued firing with the other hand with the AK-47.' 'He was hit in the neck and shoulder, but did not let go of the terrorist.' On Republic Day, Mudasir Ahmed Sheikh of the J&K Police was awarded the Shaurya Chakra posthumously for eliminating three Pakistani terrorists.

Maruti Swift, Datsun GO score 'zero' in safety test

Maruti Swift, Datsun GO score 'zero' in safety test

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

These risks would be significantly reduced if the cars had to comply with the UN test regulation for frontal and side impact.

Maruti recalls 1.81 lakh cars; its largest till date

Maruti recalls 1.81 lakh cars; its largest till date

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

The country's largest car maker Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) on Friday said it is recalling 1,81,754 units of petrol trims of various models, including Ciaz, Vitara Brezza and XL6, to replace faulty motor generator unit. This is the company's largest vehicle recall till date. As a responsible corporate, keeping in mind customer safety, the company has announced to proactively undertake a recall of some petrol variants of Ciaz, Ertiga, Vitara Brezza, S-Cross and XL6, MSI said in a regulatory filing.

F1: Mercedes, Ferrari unveil sleek beasts for 2022 season

F1: Mercedes, Ferrari unveil sleek beasts for 2022 season

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

Ferrari carry burden of history and expectation as they unveil 2022 car.

Hamilton's 2008 F1 title didn't happen fairly: Massa

Hamilton's 2008 F1 title didn't happen fairly: Massa

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Felipe Massa was leading the 2008 Singapore Grand Prix when fellow-Brazilian Nelson Piquet Jr. deliberately crashed his Renault into the wall on lap 14.

Singapore GP: Hamilton wins after Vettel crashes out

Singapore GP: Hamilton wins after Vettel crashes out

Rediff.com17 Sep 2017

Sebastian Vettel's hopes of vaulting back into the overall Formula One world championship lead were wrecked by a first corner collision on the opening lap of the Singapore Grand Prix.

Car majors suspend manufacturing operations

Car majors suspend manufacturing operations

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

Hyundai Motor and Toyota Kirloskar Motor have announced the suspension of manufacturing operations at their respective plants amid coronavirus outbreak. On Sunday, various automakers like Maruti Suzuki India, Honda Cars, Mahindra & Mahindra and Fiat announced a temporary halt in manufacturing operations at their respective facilities.

Uzbekistan: Land Of Arabian Nights

Uzbekistan: Land Of Arabian Nights

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Uzbekistan lives comfortably in several centuries but is also a forward-looking nation, Deepa Gahlot discovers on a visit to this Central Asian country.

How To Achieve Financial Peace: The Gita Way

How To Achieve Financial Peace: The Gita Way

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

The Bhagavad Gita reminds us that true peace comes not from the absence of problems, but from the ability to face them with a prepared mind and a steady resolve, says Vatsal Ramaiya, and shows how the Gita helps you to achieve financial peace.

India's entry-level cars lose steam as buyers wait it out in inflation

India's entry-level cars lose steam as buyers wait it out in inflation

Rediff.com31 May 2022

The economy segment of India's car market is unlikely to revive soon term as inflation and prices prompt buyers to defer purchases. The share of entry-level cars in the passenger vehicle market dropped to the lowest in seven years at the end of the Financial Year 2021-22 (FY22). A recovery in the segment will be largely driven by the overall economic growth, improvement in income levels, and easing of semiconductor shortage, say carmakers and analysts.

Toyota Yaris puts premium on safety with 7 airbags

Toyota Yaris puts premium on safety with 7 airbags

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

The new Toyota Yaris will surely instil confidence among its users when it comes to performance and safety, says P Tharyan.

Pune Porsche crash: Drunken teen driver's father, 4 hotel staffers held

Pune Porsche crash: Drunken teen driver's father, 4 hotel staffers held

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Police have detained the father of a 17-year-old boy allegedly involved in a car accident that killed two persons in Maharashtra's Pune city, an official said on Tuesday.

Record-equalling Verstappen continues winning run

Record-equalling Verstappen continues winning run

Rediff.com9 Jul 2023

Formula One leader Max Verstappen won the British Grand Prix on Sunday as Red Bull stayed unbeaten in 2023 and equalled McLaren's 1988 record run of 11 victories in a row.

Why Maruti will phase out diesel cars

Why Maruti will phase out diesel cars

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

The diesel car becomes too expensive with BS-VI and market assessment says the customer will not buy it at that price, says R C Bhargava, chairman, MSIL. He expects buyer preference to change swiftly in favour of petrol, CNG, and other alternative technologies.

Juvenile court cancels Porsche driver's bail, sends him to observation home

Juvenile court cancels Porsche driver's bail, sends him to observation home

Rediff.com22 May 2024

A 17-year-old boy, who allegedly crashed his high-end car into a motorbike killing two persons in Pune, was granted bail on a surety of Rs 7,500 and an assurance from his grandfather to keep him away from bad company, as per the order.

Gasly thankful to be alive after Japanese GP scare

Gasly thankful to be alive after Japanese GP scare

Rediff.com9 Oct 2022

"I'm just extremely grateful that I'm here, and tonight I'm going to call my family and all my loved ones. I passed two metres from that crane. If, I had been two metres to the left, I would have been dead."

The Pune-Porsche Horror

The Pune-Porsche Horror

Rediff.com27 May 2024

This, asserts Minnie Vaid, is hardly a new phenomenon-- entitled minors getting behind the wheel of super expensive cars mowing down innocent victims in a drunken stupor and getting away with it scot-free!

South Korea returns to F1 calendar, double points scrapped

South Korea returns to F1 calendar, double points scrapped

Rediff.com3 Dec 2014

South Korea's Formula One grand prix has been reinstated provisionally on a record 21-race calendar for 2015 while double points have been scrapped for the final round in Abu Dhabi, the sport's governing body said on Wednesday.

No place to hide from Malaysian heat

No place to hide from Malaysian heat

Rediff.com18 Mar 2005

Trade on road to recovery but Indian firms tread cautiously

Trade on road to recovery but Indian firms tread cautiously

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Truck movements across the India-Bangladesh border are on the rise, with increasing rentals signalling a trade recovery between the two South Asian nations. Yet, geopolitical tension looms large, with Bangladesh now under an interim government for nearly two months.

Tata Altroz, the hatchback with big car features

Tata Altroz, the hatchback with big car features

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

You've had a teaser of the Tata Altroz in the recent IPL, now know more about the car and what it feels like to drive, says Rajesh Karkera.

All That You Wanted to Know about Tata Curvv

All That You Wanted to Know about Tata Curvv

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

While the electric version will open for bookings starting August 12, the internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts will make their debut after September 2, says Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

Accidents: Why blame car makers alone?

Accidents: Why blame car makers alone?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

Indian carmakers will have no option but to manufacture safer cars from October 2017.