News for 'Wagon R'

'Dead Or Alive, Not A Single Man Will Turn Back'

'Dead Or Alive, Not A Single Man Will Turn Back'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

10 Heroes of the 1965 War which ended on September 23 60 years ago.

Astronomer CEO, HR head caught on kiss cam at Coldplay concert

Astronomer CEO, HR head caught on kiss cam at Coldplay concert

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Byron is married to Megan Kerrigan Byron, and the couple resides in New York. His cosy appearance with Kristin Cabot at the Coldplay concert raised questions whether he's having an extramarital affair.

'Sudharsan's restraint, shot-selection set him apart'

'Sudharsan's restraint, shot-selection set him apart'

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Sanjay Bangar applauds Sai Sudharsan's 'controlled' brilliance after match-winning century

Rlys to buy 100,000 more wagons amid freight, coal demand

Rlys to buy 100,000 more wagons amid freight, coal demand

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

Amid rising demand for coal freight and an aggressive push towards diversifying its freight basket, Indian Railways is planning to buy 100,000 more wagons over the next three fiscal years. The procurement plan will majorly comprise BOXN wagons, which are used to transport coal, said a senior Ministry of Railways official. Notably, the railways recently floated a sizeable tender worth Rs 35,000 crore of wagons, which had been in the pipeline since 2018. "Our Budget Estimates for freight increase were conservative.

D2C brands hitch their wagon to quick-commerce

D2C brands hitch their wagon to quick-commerce

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

As quick commerce gains ground, emerging direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands are betting big on digital channels to drive growth. According to Aman Gupta, co-founder of wearables brand BoAt, new-age brands in India have been expanding at a much faster pace than expected, driven by digital channels like quick-commerce. "Investors doubted the potential of D2C brands when we started, but today there are multiple brands in the startup market that are growing on the shoulders of these digital channels," Gupta said while addressing a session at Razorpay's D2C and Retail Summit recently.

Maruti, Hyundai's PV dispatches dip in May

Maruti, Hyundai's PV dispatches dip in May

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai Motor India on Monday reported a dip in passenger vehicle dispatches to dealers in the domestic market last month as the companies tried to adjust vehicle inventory amid slowing demand. Maruti Suzuki India said it "calibrated supplies" to the dealers, aligning with the industry's retail sales projections amid India-Pakistan conflict and a dip in sales of entry-level cars.

Tata Punch Knocks Out Maruti!

Tata Punch Knocks Out Maruti!

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

While Maruti held the top spot for four decades, the Ambassador was the best-selling car in post-Independence India for three decades.

Used-car Sales Likely To Outpace New Ones In FY26

Used-car Sales Likely To Outpace New Ones In FY26

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

India's used car market, which has been growing steadily at 10-12 per cent over the last 2-3 years, is expected to reach $40 billion in FY26.

Despite odds, Maruti, Mahindra saw sales momentum in April

Despite odds, Maruti, Mahindra saw sales momentum in April

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Amid challenging market environment, Maruti Suzuki India and Mahindra & Mahindra reported an increase in vehicle dispatches to dealers last month while Tata Motors and Hyundai saw a year-on-year drop in sales.

Netanyahu's War On Iran Has No Future

Netanyahu's War On Iran Has No Future

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

An inconclusive end to this war will pose high risk for Netanyahu of a cascading demand for a regime change in Israel, predicts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Maruti recalls 40,618 units of WagonR

Maruti recalls 40,618 units of WagonR

Rediff.com23 Aug 2019

MSI will inspect certain WagonR models for a possible issue of fuel hose fouling with metal clamp.

D2C brands hitch a ride on the quick commerce wagon

D2C brands hitch a ride on the quick commerce wagon

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

As quick-commerce players find their foothold among consumers, brands are all set to step up their presence on these platforms.

'Devdas Made People Realise I Could Act'

'Devdas Made People Realise I Could Act'

Rediff.com22 May 2025

'I saw Bimal Roy's Devdas again a few years ago, almost 50 years after it had been made.' 'I found it very intelligently made; the scenes flowed so beautifully.' 'There is just one scene with both Suchitra Sen and me in the film, and it's beautiful.'

Maruti Suzuki to hike prices by up to Rs 32,500 across models from Feb 1

Maruti Suzuki to hike prices by up to Rs 32,500 across models from Feb 1

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Car market leader Maruti Suzuki India on Thursday said it will hike prices by up to Rs 32,500 across various models from February 1 to partially offset the rise in input costs. Due to rising input costs and operational expenses, the company plans to increase car prices, starting February 1, 2025, Maruti Suzuki India said in a regulatory filing.

Staines murder: SC asks Odisha to decide on remission plea of Dara Singh

Staines murder: SC asks Odisha to decide on remission plea of Dara Singh

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

The Supreme Court of India has directed the Odisha government to decide within six weeks on a plea for remission filed by Ravindra Pal alias Dara Singh, who is serving a life sentence for the murders of Australian missionary Graham Stuart Staines and his two sons in 1999. Singh, who has spent over 24 years in prison, claims to have "repented" his actions and seeks an opportunity to reform his character. The court issued the notice after Singh argued that he has already served more than the required period of sentence and that his right to liberty is being jeopardized by the delay in processing his plea.

What does Delhi loss mean for aam aadmi CM Kejriwal?

What does Delhi loss mean for aam aadmi CM Kejriwal?

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), led by Arvind Kejriwal, suffered a major setback in the Delhi Assembly elections, losing to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The loss marks a significant blow to Kejriwal's national ambitions and raises questions about the future of the party. The AAP had been in power in Delhi for the past 10 years and had also formed a government in Punjab. Despite the defeat, the party still holds 13 MPs from Punjab and Delhi. The article examines the factors that contributed to the AAP's defeat, including allegations of corruption, poor civic facilities, and the BJP's relentless attacks. It also explores the impact of the loss on Kejriwal's national aspirations and the party's future.

Now 2 million WagonRs on Indian roads

Now 2 million WagonRs on Indian roads

Rediff.com29 Aug 2017

Maruti Suzuki is set to steer its fourth brand into 2 million club. The numbers convey a sense of the contribution that WagonR makes to Maruti Suzuki.

Maruti recalls 1.35 lakh WagonRs and Balenos over faulty fuel pump

Maruti recalls 1.35 lakh WagonRs and Balenos over faulty fuel pump

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

The company is voluntarily undertaking a recall for WagonR (1 litre) manufactured between November 15, 2018, and October 15, 2019, and Baleno (petrol) manufactured between January 8, 2019, and November 4, 2019, MSI said in a regulatory filing.

Maruti's Feb PV sales rise marginally; Hyundai, Tata's decline

Maruti's Feb PV sales rise marginally; Hyundai, Tata's decline

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

Leading passenger vehicle maker Maruti Suzuki on Saturday reported marginal growth while Hyundai and Tata Motors posted a decline in their sales in February as a slowdown in the market continued with demand remaining muted. On the other hand, Mahindra & Mahindra and Toyota Kirloskar Motor posted double-digit growth riding on their SUV and MPV models.

How Swift Changed Maruti's Thinking

How Swift Changed Maruti's Thinking

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Swift Dzire has clocked 2.5 million in sales, and you might, in a non-too-distant future, see headlines that the DZire has done 3 million as well, observes Suveen Sinha.

39 trains cancelled after goods train derails in Telangana

39 trains cancelled after goods train derails in Telangana

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

A goods train derailed in Peddapalli district of Telangana, leading to the cancellation of 39 passenger trains, officials of South Central Railway (SCR) said on Wednesday.

'If Nifty Continues To Decline Below 23,000 Mark...'

'If Nifty Continues To Decline Below 23,000 Mark...'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

'Selling could further intensify and take the index towards 22,800-22,750 in the near-term.'

Maruti WagonR crosses 15 lakh unit sales mark

Maruti WagonR crosses 15 lakh unit sales mark

Rediff.com25 Nov 2014

Maruti says, WagonR is one of the top 5 brands in India.

Maruti Suzuki PV production down 16% Y-o-Y in Oct

Maruti Suzuki PV production down 16% Y-o-Y in Oct

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Car market leader Maruti Suzuki India cut production of its passenger cars by 16 per cent last month but increased those of utility vehicles by 33 per cent compared to October 2023, according to a regulatory filing by the company. Its passenger cars production stood at 89,174 units last month against 1,06,190 units in October 2023, down 16 per cent, Maruti Suzuki India said in the filing.

WagonR Duo surprises Maruti

WagonR Duo surprises Maruti

Rediff.com22 Sep 2006

Maruti launches special edition Wagon R Krest

Maruti launches special edition Wagon R Krest

Rediff.com23 Sep 2014

Auto maker is giving extra accessories in the existing model.

The new WagonR isn't perfect, but is ready to challenge its rivals

The new WagonR isn't perfect, but is ready to challenge its rivals

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

Can a stronger platform, an all-new design, a more powerful engine and an extended feature list make the third-gen WagonR a better car than its rivals? Let's find out

Gujarat family gives samadhi to 'lucky' car; 1,500 join

Gujarat family gives samadhi to 'lucky' car; 1,500 join

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

A farmer's family in Gujarat's Amreli district has become the talk of the town after they held a grand burial event for their 'lucky' car.

LPG WagonR takes on scooters

LPG WagonR takes on scooters

Rediff.com11 Feb 2006

How Bangar is helping Kohli redefine his game

How Bangar is helping Kohli redefine his game

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Virat Kohli, struggling for form, will be playing in Delhi's last league game against Railways at the Kotla from January 30.

New Maruti Wagon R @ Rs 3.58 lakh

New Maruti Wagon R @ Rs 3.58 lakh

Rediff.com14 Jan 2013

Although the new Wagon R will be costlier by about Rs 10,000 across variants from the outgoing version, it will be more fuel efficient by 8 per cent at 20.51 kmpl.

WagonR to sport a new look

WagonR to sport a new look

Rediff.com13 Jul 2006

The Maruti WagonR is set its boxy look and sport a new one though the new model will see prices go up.

Auschwitz, Where 6,000 Were Murdered Daily

Auschwitz, Where 6,000 Were Murdered Daily

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

When the Soviet army reached Auschwitz 80 years ago, on January 27, 1945, it found only about 7,000 inmates. What they saw was beyond words -- living skeletons, lice-infested human forms with just skin and bones, barely able to stand, greeted them.

Maruti launches Rs 4.45 lakh Wagon R Pro

Maruti launches Rs 4.45 lakh Wagon R Pro

Rediff.com24 Aug 2012

Wagon R's sibling is out with additional features new body graphics, new wheel cover design, rear spoiler, bumper rub rails, body rub rails at the rear and front end, on the exterior level of the car.

Maruti to drive in Wagon R Stingray automatic soon

Maruti to drive in Wagon R Stingray automatic soon

Rediff.com24 Nov 2014

With an AMT system, the car's price will no doubt increase, but it will also have its own identity as a spacious city car with the low-tech AMT box.

Maruti launches WagonR Avance at Rs 4.30 lakh

Maruti launches WagonR Avance at Rs 4.30 lakh

Rediff.com10 Sep 2015

Maruti Suzuki India on Thursday launched a limited edition version of its popular model WagonR, named Avance, with prices starting at Rs 430,000.

New wagon scheme to increase rail freight traffic

New wagon scheme to increase rail freight traffic

Rediff.com24 Feb 2010

As part its efforts to get more freight from highways and address shortage of wagons, Railway Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday proposed to introduce a modified wagon investment scheme for high-capacity general and special purpose wagons.

Railways build new wagons to transport cars

Railways build new wagons to transport cars

Rediff.com30 Jun 2009

The Railways have developed new freight wagons which can transport cars efficiently and is planning to run them in routes with a good business potential.

Sneak peek: New WagonR at Rs 328,000

Sneak peek: New WagonR at Rs 328,000

Rediff.com23 Apr 2010

India's leading auto maker, Maruti Suzuki, launched a new WagonR on Friday.

Rick Wagoner steps down as GM CEO

Rick Wagoner steps down as GM CEO

Rediff.com30 Mar 2009

General Motors' Rick Wagoner on Monday said he has stepped aside as the chief executive officer of the company after US White House officials asked him to leave the ailing auto maker.