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Yatra's Message Was Bigger Than Rahul Gandhi

Yatra's Message Was Bigger Than Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

There they were, showing the world that there are still people motivated not by religious structures, not by past glories, not by hatreds deliberately stoked. These were ordinary folks doing something extraordinary purely because they think that effort might shake a nation out of a spiralling miasma of division, mistrust, cynicism, sophistry and violence.

Amar Singh Chamkila Review: WAH!!

Amar Singh Chamkila Review: WAH!!

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

Diljit Dosanjh's switch in singing style as he smoothly assumes Chamkila's vocal persona highlights the brilliance of his artistry, observes Sukanya Verma.

Hindu Influence Is Visible All Over Cambodia

Hindu Influence Is Visible All Over Cambodia

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, Ram, Laxmi, stories from the Hindu epics are seen in carvings, paintings and murals, as well as recognisable figures from mythology, like Garuda, Sheshnag, Nandi and Apsaras, notes Deepa Gahlot, savouring the beauty of Cambodia.

Travel portals fly to non-airline businesses

Travel portals fly to non-airline businesses

Rediff.com22 May 2008

With commissions from domestic airline ticket sales falling victim to lower fares over the past two years, online travel portals like Travelguru, Cleartrip, Yatra and Makemytrip are increasingly exploring non-airline business avenues like hotel bookings, car and bus rentals and holiday package tours to boost revenues.

10 ways train travel will be a pleasant experience

10 ways train travel will be a pleasant experience

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu said that the common people have always been the focus of all initiatives by the Indian Railways.

Meru Cab's new service for women traveller

Meru Cab's new service for women traveller

Rediff.com8 Mar 2013

Called as 'Trip Tracker Service', the family gets SMS alerts on the taxi's location.

Your comic book can make you rich!

Your comic book can make you rich!

Rediff.com31 Aug 2017

The rarity of comic books in mint condition or nearly perfect ones, and the rising demand, have caused the prices to spiral internationally.

How to make customised travelling cheaper

How to make customised travelling cheaper

Rediff.com1 Dec 2010

Group travellers get discounts at almost every stage. While airlines give up to 15 per cent discount on bulk bookings, discounts by hotels can be 30-40 per cent.

Costa Rica book place at Qatar 2022 World Cup

Costa Rica book place at Qatar 2022 World Cup

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

Costa Rica edged past 10-man New Zealand 1-0 in their intercontinental playoff

Cheaper tickets cause stampede on travel portal

Cheaper tickets cause stampede on travel portal

Rediff.com2 Jan 2009

Makemytrip.com, a travel-related portal, remained inaccessible for a large part of the day owing to an unprecedented surge in traffic, after Air India and JetLite slashed fares.

California On Angela Jonsson's Mind

California On Angela Jonsson's Mind

Rediff.com22 May 2023

The Chennai-born model-actor shows us a corner of California you must add to your bucket list.

Agents, travel portals stop selling Jet tickets

Agents, travel portals stop selling Jet tickets

Rediff.com5 Dec 2008

Move a protest against withdrawal of commissions.

'Everybody rejected me'

'Everybody rejected me'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

'I have been trying to make a movie for seven years. I got a chance only now.' 'I have taken my script to every office from Dharma to Tips to Eros.' 'I have narrated my script to every actor possible. Nobody believed me.' 'Because of OTT, people like me are finally getting a chance to make something.'

Ticketing mess and World Cup scheduling leaves fans frustrated

Ticketing mess and World Cup scheduling leaves fans frustrated

Rediff.com20 Aug 2023

The regular Indian cricket fan is usually stoic, but ahead of the ODI World Cup at home, he is frustrated and angry.

Small town India travelling abroad

Small town India travelling abroad

Rediff.com12 Sep 2006

Ask Mayank: How To Manage Money While Abroad

Ask Mayank: How To Manage Money While Abroad

Rediff.com18 Aug 2022

Mayank Goyal, founder and CEO, moneyHOP, will answer queries related to how to best manage your money while travelling internationally.

Train travel? Get an Itz Cash card

Train travel? Get an Itz Cash card

Rediff.com18 Aug 2005

Travellers on Indian Railways can now avail of a new alternative method of booking their online tickets through 'Itz Cash'.

Drunk flyer held for trying to open emergency door of IndiGo flight

Drunk flyer held for trying to open emergency door of IndiGo flight

Rediff.com8 Apr 2023

The incident took place in flight number 6E 308 from IGI Airport at around 7:56 am on Friday.

'I was told I would never walk again'

'I was told I would never walk again'

Rediff.com14 May 2024

'And here I was, walking as a showstopper. I couldn't have imagined a more beautiful gift.'

Tick Insurance Option On IRCTC Portal

Tick Insurance Option On IRCTC Portal

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Only a small percentage of passengers who traveled on the trains involved in the June 2, 2023 accident in Odisha had availed of travel accident insurance while booking their tickets online on the IRCTC portal.

We Danced Slowly; We Didn't Want A Heart Attack

We Danced Slowly; We Didn't Want A Heart Attack

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

Half a century after he left school, A Ganesh Nadar attends a school reunion.

Two youngsters, 20 states and a truck full of books

Two youngsters, 20 states and a truck full of books

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

Bhubaneswar-based Akshaya Rautaray and Satabdi Mishra are on a mission to promote reading.

Over 500 women from banned group book e-tickets for darshan at Sabarimala

Over 500 women from banned group book e-tickets for darshan at Sabarimala

Rediff.com10 Nov 2018

The figure assumes significance as the Sabarimala temple had witnessed frenzied devotees opposing the entry of women belonging to the menstrual-age in the wake of landmark Supreme Court verdict permitting women of all ages to offer prayers at the hill shrine.

'Nowhere to go': Dream Sikkim tour turns nightmare for tourists

'Nowhere to go': Dream Sikkim tour turns nightmare for tourists

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

138 members of Bharat Scouts and Guides from West Bengal, mostly aged between 10 and 15 years, braved their way back to New Jalpaiguri railway station from Sikkim before heading home to Barrackpore near Kolkata to narrate their harrowing experience.

Airlines told to keep a 'tight check' on fares

Airlines told to keep a 'tight check' on fares

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

The government on Monday asked airlines to devise a mechanism to ensure reasonable airfares amid a surge in air ticket prices, particularly on certain routes that were earlier served by Go First. In the case of the unfortunate Odisha tragedy, airlines have been advised to provide free carriage (cargo) services to the families of the deceased, the civil aviation ministry said. During an hour-long meeting of the airlines advisory group, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia shared his concerns about the steep rise in airfares on certain routes.

Awesome Journey To Abode Of The Clouds

Awesome Journey To Abode Of The Clouds

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

Meghalaya offers more beauty and adventure than you could dream of.

Air Deccan opens bookings for Sept & Oct

Air Deccan opens bookings for Sept & Oct

Rediff.com14 Jun 2006

Air Deccan has opened bookings across all Airbus flights for travel between September 1 and October 29, 2006.

Mahadev app: Courier boy firm on allegation against Baghel, ED tells court

Mahadev app: Courier boy firm on allegation against Baghel, ED tells court

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

The ED said Das stated that his first statement given to the agency on November 3 last year in which he cited Baghel's name was "true and correct".

2009 Shakti Bhatt First Book Prize nominations

2009 Shakti Bhatt First Book Prize nominations

Rediff.com17 Jul 2009

The Shakti Bhatt Foundation has invited nominations for the 2009 Shakti Bhatt First Book Prize.

How to get the best deal on travel insurance

How to get the best deal on travel insurance

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

Keeping this in mind you can easily get the best travel insurance policy for yourself and your family. It is advisable to do some research before making any decision.

This couple travels the world turning walls into art

This couple travels the world turning walls into art

Rediff.com9 Jan 2018

Self-taught photographers Daniel Rueda and Anna Devis, a creative duo from Valencia, Spain, have been travelling the world since 2014, posing each other amongst unique geometric elements found in buildings across Europe. Using their creativity, their clever poses, building faades become theatrical backdrops, spiral staircases turn into playgrounds, and windows are transformed into versatile props. Here's a look at some of their playful and interesting works.

Travelling the northeast with Kalki Koechlin

Travelling the northeast with Kalki Koechlin

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

A first-of-its-kind travel show explores the special bond a father and daughter share.

Flying by Jet Air? Agents can now book your preferred seats

Flying by Jet Air? Agents can now book your preferred seats

Rediff.com20 May 2015

Such seats would be available on a pre-payment of Rs 500 per passenger on domestic flights and Rs 800 for international travel

Andhra bus tragedy: Driver, travel company owner arrested

Andhra bus tragedy: Driver, travel company owner arrested

Rediff.com31 Oct 2013

A day after the tragic mishap in Mahabubnagar district of Andhra Pradesh, in which 45 passengers of a Volvo bus were burnt alive after it caught fire, the police on Thursday arrested the owner of the bus operator company and its driver.

Modi's Challenge Of The South

Modi's Challenge Of The South

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

It is early to make out which way the wind is blowing, but there is no denying that challenges for the BJP, far outweigh the advantages in this region, notes Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

Maya, 9, Goes To The Isle of Wight

Maya, 9, Goes To The Isle of Wight

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

I was fascinated to see a room that was decorated like an Indian palace at Osbourne House, which was Queen Victoria's home when she visited the Isle of Wight.

Booked your train ticket early? Pay revised fare now

Booked your train ticket early? Pay revised fare now

Rediff.com25 Jun 2014

The Railways, which hiked passenger fares by 14.2 per cent from June 25 said those who have purchased tickets earlier at pre-revised rates, will have to pay the differences either at booking offices or in trains.

Indians now want to travel abroad to celebrate Diwali: Survey

Indians now want to travel abroad to celebrate Diwali: Survey

Rediff.com9 Nov 2015

Indians now want to travel abroad to celebrate Diwali: Survey

The Soldier Who Became A Legend

The Soldier Who Became A Legend

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

On the 25th anniversary of the battle that made his war cry 'Dil Maange More' part of national lore, we republish that feature to salute Captain Batra's ultimate sacrifice for the nation.

'When you win Miss World, doors open everywhere'

'When you win Miss World, doors open everywhere'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

'In my time, I didn't have that kind of guidance. 'I asked to speak to the international pageant winners before I went and nobody spoke with me. 'It doesn't take away from your title when you help others. It just brings more accolades back to our country.'