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First year of college? Relationships can wait!

First year of college? Relationships can wait!

Rediff.com16 Jul 2019

Freedom doesn't mean experimenting everything that comes your way. Tread with caution, warns Dr Prakriti Poddar.

Triumph Street Triple S: The best looking naked two-wheeler

Triumph Street Triple S: The best looking naked two-wheeler

Rediff.com16 Aug 2017

Aakash S Paul finds out exactly what sets this new Triumph bike apart.

Mahindra recalls 2,300 units of Scorpio, XUV 500, Xylo

Mahindra recalls 2,300 units of Scorpio, XUV 500, Xylo

Rediff.com18 Nov 2014

The exercise is in keeping with SIAM's voluntary code on vehicle recall

Fire breaks out at ONGC plant in Navi Mumbai; 4 killed

Fire breaks out at ONGC plant in Navi Mumbai; 4 killed

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

The blaze erupted around 7 am in the gas processing plant of the ONGC located in Uran area of neighbouring Navi Mumbai, an official said.

5 health problems that are worse than kidney stones

5 health problems that are worse than kidney stones

Rediff.com18 Mar 2019

Do not ignore any pain, burning sensation, fever or vomitting. If unattended, it could be fatal, says Dr Amjad Khan Pathan.

PFRDA proposes up to 25% withdrawal from NPS after 10 years

PFRDA proposes up to 25% withdrawal from NPS after 10 years

Rediff.com19 Jan 2014

The 'partial withdrawal' is however allowed only after 10 years of contribution by the subscriber, said the draft guidelines by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority.

Vespa Elegante is all yours for Rs 79,000

Vespa Elegante is all yours for Rs 79,000

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

This is Piaggio's second limited edition scooter offering in the Indian market and the Italian automaker plans to launch special editions of the Vespa every year.

American beast on Indian roads

American beast on Indian roads

Rediff.com30 Nov 2016

The Harley-Davidson Road Glide Special gives the word humongous a whole new meaning, says Kshitij Sharma, who took it for a ride through the scenic Aravalis in Rajasthan

What works for Toyota Yaris, what doesn't

What works for Toyota Yaris, what doesn't

Rediff.com30 May 2018

The Toyota Yaris was finally launched in India last month. Rajesh Alva/Rediff.com offers a quick checklist of what appeals to him about the car, and what doesn't.

Hurrah! The all-new Bajaj Pulsar 150 is here

Hurrah! The all-new Bajaj Pulsar 150 is here

Rediff.com17 Jan 2015

The long wait for Bajaj Auto's much-hyped, all-new Pulsar 150 is over.

Will the brand-new Jal Shakti ministry keep India's head above water?

Will the brand-new Jal Shakti ministry keep India's head above water?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2019

Can the newly-minted Jal Shakti ministry bring water to some 19 crore Indian households that have never had taps or heard the sound of flowing water, wonders Vinayak Chatterjee.

India's space programme is a Phoenix

India's space programme is a Phoenix

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

'It is time we Indians learnt to believe in ourselves, and stopped questioning our own capabilities every time a space launch is not a glorious success,' says M D Riti.

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.

3 activists sent back home from Pune, kept under house arrest

3 activists sent back home from Pune, kept under house arrest

Rediff.com30 Aug 2018

Varavara Rao reached home in Hyderabad on Thursday morning, while activists Vernon Gonsalves and Arun Ferreira, were sent to Mumbai by road.

5 most popular 150cc motorcycles in India

5 most popular 150cc motorcycles in India

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

Changing times these. 100cc commuter bikes are passe and more and more youth are going for bikes with slightly higher displacement offerings

Looking beyond loan writeoffs for farmers

Looking beyond loan writeoffs for farmers

Rediff.com17 Mar 2018

Governments must encourage micro-irrigation, use of natural manure and pesticides in a big way. Farm income can be doubled by reducing cost as much as by increasing MSP, says Sanjeev Nayyar.

Woman arrested for shouting slogans in front of TN BJP chief gets bail

Woman arrested for shouting slogans in front of TN BJP chief gets bail

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

Soundararajan is heard telling the student and the people who gathered at the lounge that a plane was no place to raise slogans.

Suzuki Gixxer SF launched in India

Suzuki Gixxer SF launched in India

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

The impressive riding dynamics of the Gixxer now get a sporty full fairing that makes this 155cc offering from Suzuki a lot more desirable, says Indian motoring website MotorBeam.

'It's time for another surgical strike'

'It's time for another surgical strike'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2017

Three eyewitnesses, who saw deaths around them, as terrorists pumped bullets into a bus (GJ09Z9976) carrying 56 tourists heading to Katra from Srinagar, recount their horrors.

#Memories: 5 forgotten Indian bikes

#Memories: 5 forgotten Indian bikes

Rediff.com15 Oct 2015

All iconic and very rare to find now, they are still high in demand among the youth

British pilots to fly around the world in a World War II plane

British pilots to fly around the world in a World War II plane

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

British pilots Steve Brooks and Matt Jones will circumnavigate the globe in a restored Spitfire.

Renault Kwid returns to battle with 1-litre variant

Renault Kwid returns to battle with 1-litre variant

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

Renault Kwid could be the new frontrunner in the 1-litre car segment, says P Tharyan.

Review: Bajaj Avenger Street 150

Review: Bajaj Avenger Street 150

Rediff.com7 Dec 2015

Bajaj Avenger Street 150

John Glenn, first American to orbit the earth, dies at 95

John Glenn, first American to orbit the earth, dies at 95

Rediff.com9 Dec 2016

He was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the country's highest civilian honour, in 2012.

Meet the latest maxi-scooter in the market!

Meet the latest maxi-scooter in the market!

Rediff.com13 Aug 2018

Rajesh Alva brings you the details of the first maxi-scooter from the Suzuki stable.

Pulsar NS 150 is Bajaj's answer to Suzuki Gixxer and Yamaha FZS!

Pulsar NS 150 is Bajaj's answer to Suzuki Gixxer and Yamaha FZS!

Rediff.com10 Mar 2015

Bajaj Pulsar 150NS specifications revealed, makes 17PS

Driving the 'lord of the jungle'

Driving the 'lord of the jungle'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2017

The Jeep Compass is an absolute thrill on all kinds of terrain because it's here that it shows off its four-wheel drive capability, says a delighted P Tharyan.

Markets end higher led by SBI; Sensex up 293 points

Markets end higher led by SBI; Sensex up 293 points

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

SBI was the top gainer after it reported lower-than-expected rise in bad loans

Equality for All: SC strikes down Section 377

Equality for All: SC strikes down Section 377

Rediff.com6 Sep 2018

The SC in its judgment said that discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation is a violation of Freedom of Expression. "Sexual orientation of an individual is natural and discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation is a violation of Freedom of Expression, Supreme Court," the court said.

Will HTC be the first Android giant to fall?

Will HTC be the first Android giant to fall?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2015

After posting a net loss of $265 million and with more loses being predicted for the next quarter, things are definitely not looking good for HTC Mobiles, says Siddhy Shetty

Bajaj's 'fun' bikes!

Bajaj's 'fun' bikes!

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

The Pulsar 200 AS and 150 AS have been positioned at the youth who want practicality on weekdays and the fun factor on weekends, writes Indian motoring website MotorBeam.

Down Syndrome model walks at New York Fashion Week

Down Syndrome model walks at New York Fashion Week

Rediff.com14 Sep 2015

18-year old Madeline Stuart dazzled the runway for American label FTL Moda's Spring 2016 collection.

3 killed in grenade attack in Amritsar, cops say 'terrorist act'

3 killed in grenade attack in Amritsar, cops say 'terrorist act'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2018

Punjab CM Amarinder Singh said that the 'possibility of involvement of ISI-backed Khalistani/Kashmiri terror groups can't be ruled out'.

Bike Review: Kawasaki Z800 vs Benelli TNT 899

Bike Review: Kawasaki Z800 vs Benelli TNT 899

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

The Kawasaki Z800 and Benelli TNT 899 are two motorcycles that look unalike, perform dissimilarly and probably are meant for enthusiasts with contrasting needs

Honda India recalls 1,338 units of Accord, CR-V

Honda India recalls 1,338 units of Accord, CR-V

Rediff.com16 Jul 2014

Honda Cars India is recalling a total of 1,338 units of its premium sedan Accord and sports utility vehicle CR-V manufactured between 2002 and 2003 to replace a faulty part in the passenger side airbags. The recall, which is part of Honda's global recall regarding the potential defect related to passenger air bag announced in June 2014, would cover 1,085 units of Accord and 253 units of CR-V.

The Hindu Shah Bano moment is here

The Hindu Shah Bano moment is here

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

'Modi's power rests on the Hindu vote.' 'It is this vote bank that sees the Supreme Court verdict on Sabarimala as an intrusion into its religious practice and is frothing at the mouth.' 'History shows us the ill-fated consequences of a strong government buckling before street power,' cautions Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

The new order under Modi

The new order under Modi

Rediff.com16 Jun 2014

In a system as centralised as the one introduced by the new government are there enough safeguards or safety valves, asks A K Bhattacharya.

China's Xi honours troops posted near India border

China's Xi honours troops posted near India border

Rediff.com21 Aug 2016

Chinese President Xi Jinping has bestowed special honours on a PLA battalion posted in Tibet close to Arunachal Pradesh for its "outstanding performance in safeguarding borders".

2018's top 5 fuel efficient 150-160cc bikes

2018's top 5 fuel efficient 150-160cc bikes

Rediff.com3 Jul 2018

The 150cc bike segment in the country is witnessing commendable growth every passing day.

Three legal precedents that may impact arrested activists' case

Three legal precedents that may impact arrested activists' case

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

N Sathiya Moorthy goes back in time to dig up three cases that may not have any citation in legal text-books or lawyers' ready-reckoners quoted before courts but which may still have a bearing on the current case against the arrested activists.