More than 3,000 squads under health and local self-government departments have started the process of cleaning houses and public places, official sources said.
As thousands of protesting farmers marched into Mumbai on Sunday, Hemant Waje walked along with them. This is his account.
A monsoon holiday can be cheaper because of discounts.
A close-up of a leopard, little owlets hiding inside a pipe and a gorilla mother mourning the loss of her baby are just a few of animals featured in the photos that have won this year's Wildlife Photographer of the Year. Wildlife Photographer of the Year is the most prestigious photography event of its kind, providing a global platform that showcases the natural world's most astonishing sights.
Ishita is helping the local community in Spiti lead better lives and build a sustainable environment.
When it comes to the Australian Open the Serbian reigns supreme.
Sony World Photography Awards recently announced the winners of its first-ever mobile phone photography category.
'Water is not an economic resource, but we treat water as an economic resource meant for the benefit of human beings.' 'Water is more of a life source than an economic resource.'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday batted for expansion of organic farming across the country.
Here's a fresh collection of the truly weird, true and funny news from around the world.
After all these years, Jaws still taps into the nightmares, says Raja Sen.
'That Mad Men is currently the best-written show and quite unlike anything else out there is an understatement.'
Model Shweta Dolli speaks about the Indian modelling industry, what she likes about it and, of course, about her favourite cricketer and how he is setting an example for Indian youth.
The banyan tree and the green chilli; the crow and the beetle; the rose and the mango; the informality and good humour of its people... Beloved author Ruskin Bond continues Rediff.com's special series on India's treasures, and tells Archana Masih that India's wealth lies in its simple splendours.
The key to a successful relationship lies in the little surprises you plan along the way.
'I realised we are not doing scavenging because we are illiterate or poor. We are doing it because of the way society is organised.'
Dronestagram, an online community for dedicated to drone photography enthusiasts, has released the winners of its annual photo contest. Here are the best.
A treat lay in store for wildlife enthusiast Suchismita Banerjee at Lake Palace Resort on the Periyar Lake.
Creating a market for premium coffee is a challenge.
How has Raj Thackeray, who is as much a businessman as politician, been able to pull it off, when most Opposition politicians live in fear of IT and ED and CBI, asks Krishna Prasad after attending a Raj rally in Nashik.
With mind and body both more willing now, the only way for the World No 3 is up, says Dhruv Munjal.
Here's to expect from Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.
The pass percentage of government school students of Class XII was 90.68 per cent, while 88.35 per cent students from private schools cleared the exams.
Here's your weekly digest of the craziest and funniest stories from around the world.
The movies that impressed, puzzled and stunned Sukanya Verma at MAMI this year.
What are the most worrisome aspects of climate change for India? Can they be solved?
All is not well with Telengana and its Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao
The Avengers: Age Of Ultron is one madly indulgent film says Raja Sen.
A glance back at some of the important ups and down Indian Inc faced in 2018.
Aseem Chhabra gives us the top films that enriched his year.
From Dudhwa to Veppathur and Havelock Island, the Indian tourism market is booming like never before.
There's more to this country than just the Northern Lights.
CNN International's Amanpour speaks with Margaret Rhodes, first cousin and longtime friend to Queen Elizabeth II. They speak about the impending birth of the Royal baby, the harsh public reaction to the Queen following the death of Princess Diana, and her thoughts on the film, The King's Speech. The transcript of this interview is below:
You'll see that there's more to the state than just its forts and havelis!
A hamper of fresh Darjeeling tea takes the author back to warm days and cold nights in this colonial town.
Apart from its sight-seeing grandeurs, the city boasts a unique shopping and gastronomical experience.
Rachit Hirani crisscrossed 1600 kilometres through Switzerland's mesmerising landscape in 10 days and he cant stop gushing about it...
Enjoy the beauty of the city from the top of the world. Here is a round-up of the best four Sky Bars that you should head to, whenever the next special occasion comes by.
Gone are the days of over-the-top Diwali parties, says Kishore Singh. This year round, the taxman is the invisible -- and unwanted -- guest at these once extravagant affairs.
Here are Aseem Chhabra's picks -- 'films that mattered to me, entertained me and will stay with me through the year.'
© 2026 Rediff.com - Advertise with us - Disclaimer - Privacy Policy - Sitemap - Feedback - About us - Terms of use - Grievances