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Will Virgin Galactic's crash end space tourism?

Will Virgin Galactic's crash end space tourism?

Rediff.com1 Nov 2014

About 800 people already have paid or put down deposits for rides on SpaceShipTwo, a six-passenger, two-pilot suborbital spaceship owned by Virgin Galactic.

Aww! Look at these beautiful penguin babies

Aww! Look at these beautiful penguin babies

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

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Pilot ends 5-hour fast, says struggle against corruption will continue

Pilot ends 5-hour fast, says struggle against corruption will continue

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

Despite a warning issued to him by the Congress, former Rajasthan deputy chief minister Sachin Pilot sat on a daylong fast at the Shaheed Smarak in Jaipur on Tuesday, demanding action in cases of alleged corruption related to the previous Bharatiya Janata Party government in the state led by Vasundhara Raje.

Dev Joshi Is Ready To Go To Space

Dev Joshi Is Ready To Go To Space

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

'We hear about Chanda Mama from our childhood.' 'I am excited by the idea of seeing it with my eyes.'

Adani issue, ED raids set to rock Parliament, again

Adani issue, ED raids set to rock Parliament, again

Rediff.com12 Mar 2023

The opposition parties will meet on Monday morning to evolve their strategy in both Houses of Parliament after protests by them on the Hindenburg-Adani issue overshadowed most of the first half of the Budget session.

Was anti-Maoist operation botched up?

Was anti-Maoist operation botched up?

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

'Counter-insurgency operations cannot be conducted by following inflexible SOPs.' 'It is unwise to enter jungles with a large body of troops without precise intelligence,' asserts counter-insurgency expert Brigadier Narender Kumar (retd).

Stalin's son Udhayanidhi made minister, says work will speak

Stalin's son Udhayanidhi made minister, says work will speak

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam legislator and the party's youth wing secretary Udhayanidhi Stalin was sworn in as minister in Chennai on Wednesday by Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi.

The Holy Waterfalls and the Great Guru

The Holy Waterfalls and the Great Guru

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

It is on the exact spot where the Guru is said to have created 108 waterfalls, that the Yangtse clash took place between the Indian Army and the Chinese PLA on the night of December 9, 2022. As it had done in Ladakh in May 2020, the PLA tried to change the unmarked LAC in the Yangtse sector in Arunachal Pradesh. It was the most serious border incident since the Galwan Valley clash in June 2020, notes Claude Arpi.

Good news for those in US on business or tourist visa

Good news for those in US on business or tourist visa

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

The US has announced that individuals travelling to the country on a business or tourist visa - B-1 and B-2 - can apply for new jobs and even appear in interviews, but the prospective employees must ensure that they have changed their visa status before starting a new role. B-1 and B-2 visas are generally referred to as "B visas", and they are the most common types of visa issued for a wide range of uses in the United States. The B-1 visa is issued mainly for short-term business trips, while the B-2 visa is issued mainly travelling for tourism purposes.

Job postings decline in Sep on annual basis

Job postings decline in Sep on annual basis

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

Job postings declined on an annual basis in September but witnessed a marginal uptick compared to August this year, a report said on Tuesday. There was a fall in job postings in various sectors, including media and entertainment, home appliances, shipping and marine, IT and BPO/ITES compared to September 2021. For September 2022, the Monster Employment Index (MEI) showed that there was a 4 per cent decline in hiring activities on an annual basis but a 1 per cent rise on a month-on-month basis.

Modi: Cong busy digging my grave, while I'm working for poor

Modi: Cong busy digging my grave, while I'm working for poor

Rediff.com12 Mar 2023

On his sixth visit this year to Karnataka, where assembly elections are due by May, he also asserted that the 'double engine' government is a necessity for the fast-paced development of the state.

JK govt readies plan to woo tourists

JK govt readies plan to woo tourists

Rediff.com17 May 2003

This Is Why I Trek!

This Is Why I Trek!

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Trekking is a truly transformative experience. Let me tell you why.

Kerala orders judicial probe into Tanur boat tragedy, boat owner held

Kerala orders judicial probe into Tanur boat tragedy, boat owner held

Rediff.com8 May 2023

The Tanur police said a case was registered on Sunday itself against the owner of the boat, which reportedly did not have a licence to function.

'Amitabh sir doesn't like the colour brown'

'Amitabh sir doesn't like the colour brown'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

'He's one of the actors I've seen who, compared to so many younger people that we get to work with, doesn't have any tantrums.'

Long weekend brings cheer to hotels, travel firms as demand picks up

Long weekend brings cheer to hotels, travel firms as demand picks up

Rediff.com3 Oct 2020

While airlines are seeing improved demand and industry-wide seat occupancy has increased to over 60%, it is road trips which are generating higher traction. Booking trends show that customers are also choosing homestays or four- star and five-star accommodations, as hygiene and safety is a priority now.

Hospitality sector unhappy with govt stimulus package

Hospitality sector unhappy with govt stimulus package

Rediff.com18 May 2020

The hospitality and tourism sector is among the worst hit because of the pandemic, and is unlikely to recover any time soon as people continue to be cautious of going out in a crowded places.

First Bharat Gaurav Tourist train on June 21, to cover Ramayan circuit

First Bharat Gaurav Tourist train on June 21, to cover Ramayan circuit

Rediff.com5 May 2022

The proposed 18-day Bharat Gaurav Tourist train tour has its first stop at Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Ram, where tourists will visit Shri Ram Janmabhumi temple and Hanuman temple.

I thought it was a movie shoot: Bizman on Sobhraj's arrest from Goa in 1986

I thought it was a movie shoot: Bizman on Sobhraj's arrest from Goa in 1986

Rediff.com22 Dec 2022

Thirty six years down the line, the restaurant still continues to serve people and is famous as the place where Sobhraj was arrested.

Arms being smuggled in to create unrest in north Bengal and divide state: Mamata

Arms being smuggled in to create unrest in north Bengal and divide state: Mamata

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

She alleged that vehicles belonging to VIPs, with tinted glass, are being used to smuggle arms and money into West Bengal, while directing the police to increase 'naka-checking' to prevent such attempts.

Federal Bank expects bad loans from Kerala to go up 20-30%

Federal Bank expects bad loans from Kerala to go up 20-30%

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

The rubber and tourism industries in the state, to which the bank has exposure, have been hit.

Maha govt to use Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav logo

Maha govt to use Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav logo

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray has instructed the departments of tourism and culture to strictly abide by the directions to use the logo of the Amrit Mahotsav of Indian Independence in all government correspondence, a statement said on Tuesday.

Lockdown 5.0: Centre mulls opening hotels, eateries, beaches

Lockdown 5.0: Centre mulls opening hotels, eateries, beaches

Rediff.com30 May 2020

The economies of states and union territories such as Puducherry, Kerala, Goa, etc and some North-eastern states are heavily dependent on tourism and hospitality, which is yet to get relaxation from lockdown restrictions.

They went to SC, but it gave them a shock: PM mocks Opposition

They went to SC, but it gave them a shock: PM mocks Opposition

Rediff.com8 Apr 2023

Modi, who addressed a public meeting in Hyderabad after laying foundation stone and inaugurating several development projects, also said the lack of cooperation from the state government is leading to delay in the completion of several central projects in Telangana.

Cyber Scams: How To Stay Protected

Cyber Scams: How To Stay Protected

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

Don't recharge your phone at public outlets -- carry a power bank instead. Avoid clicking on links sent by 'friends'. If you get into an online sexual encounter with a stranger and get blackmailed, refuse to pay up.

China's plans: Time for India to wake up

China's plans: Time for India to wake up

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

Nearly two decades ago, then defence minister George Fernandes said: 'China has built roads up to the border, while there has been negligence on India's part.' Since Fernandes uttered these brave words, what has been done on the Indian side? The Modi Sarkar is apparently trying, but little has been achieved so far, says Claude Arpi.

Heavy rains claim 18 lives in Kerala so far, thousands displaced

Heavy rains claim 18 lives in Kerala so far, thousands displaced

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

In a statement, it said 198 properties in the state were partially damaged and 30 houses completely destroyed in the rains from July 31 to till date.

India to adopt reciprocal visa policy for foreign tourists

India to adopt reciprocal visa policy for foreign tourists

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

With India set to open up its border for international tourists, the government has decided on 'reciprocal treatment' to the applicants under new visa conditions. The visa facilitation will depend on the applicant's home country's policy for the Indian tourists.

Are you READY for Tara Sutaria?

Are you READY for Tara Sutaria?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

Kalki shares a picture with daughter... Mandira wishes Mouni... Milind celebrates World Tourism Day...

'In our bid to send more pilgrims, we are destroying holy sites'

'In our bid to send more pilgrims, we are destroying holy sites'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

These human interventions in nature, along with climate change, are responsible for the disaster faced by the pilgrim town of Joshimath in Uttarakhand, which is sinking, he said.

'GST, I-T mop up in Q1 indicates economic recovery'

'GST, I-T mop up in Q1 indicates economic recovery'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

Income tax collection, by way of advance tax and TDS, in the April-June quarter was about 80 per cent of what was collected in the same period last year.

Ex-Goa minister files complaint against former RSS leader

Ex-Goa minister files complaint against former RSS leader

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

Former Goa minister Francisco Mickky Pacheco on Friday lodged a police complaint against Subhash Velingkar, former state unit chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, accusing of making statements aimed at creating disharmony between two communities.

Want to Travel by the Ramayana Yatra?

Want to Travel by the Ramayana Yatra?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

The 17-day pilgrimage tour will include nine stops at destinations relevant to Lord Ram.

When Aaji visited Matoshree

When Aaji visited Matoshree

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

Chandrabhaga Shinde, one of the Shiv Sena's oldest supporters, made the journey to Matoshree, Shiv Sena supremo Uddhav Thackeray's home in Kala Nagar, the artist's enclave in Bandra East, north west Mumbai, on Friday, June 24, 2022.

Neelam-Samir's Kashmir Weekend

Neelam-Samir's Kashmir Weekend

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

Neelam Kothari and her husband Samir Soni enjoyed a beautiful weekend in Kashmir, taking in the Gulmarg Winter festival, organised by the Indian Army to promote tourism in the valley.

Probe report mentions Sameer Wankhede's Rolex watch, properties

Probe report mentions Sameer Wankhede's Rolex watch, properties

Rediff.com19 May 2023

The SET's findings have now been taken on record by the Central Bureau of Investigation which recently raided the 2008-batch Indian Revenue Service officer after it filed an FIR against him for corruption and alleged violation of rules in the raids that took place at the Cordelia cruise berthed at the Mumbai coast on October 2, 2021.

'Manipur peace committee members were superimposed by Centre'

'Manipur peace committee members were superimposed by Centre'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

'This committee underscores the Indian State's longstanding conventional approach to leverage top-down conflict management in North East India in general and Manipur in particular.' 'Trying to 'manage' violent conflicts top-down has not worked in the past, and apparently does not seem to work this time either.'

The Remarkable Life And Legacy Of Oommen Chandy

The Remarkable Life And Legacy Of Oommen Chandy

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

'Oommen Chandy always had time for his people and valued their voices.' 'There was no rest for him as long as the betterment of his fellow citizens was at stake.' Ambassador Venu Rajamony, who knew the former Kerala chief minister for half a century, salutes a beloved leader who worked tirelessly for the welfare of its people.

PHOTO: When Kashmir woke up to this!

PHOTO: When Kashmir woke up to this!

Rediff.com11 Dec 2015

Tourist hot spots like Gulmarg and Pahalgam woke up on Friday morning under a thick blanket of snow.