News for 'Wagon R'

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.

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.

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.

Railways to set up wagon trolley factory in Bengal

Railways to set up wagon trolley factory in Bengal

Rediff.com10 Jun 2009

There has been a growing demand for high axle load wagon trolley and the proposed factory is expected to cater to the demand.

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.

Maruti to debut swanky WagonR Stingray in India

Maruti to debut swanky WagonR Stingray in India

Rediff.com24 Apr 2013

Stingray is a sportier version of the WagonR with a more aggressive frontal styling and masculine cues in the rear.

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.

New Maruti WagonR @ Rs 3.89 lakh

New Maruti WagonR @ Rs 3.89 lakh

Rediff.com27 Oct 2005

Maruti Udyog Ltd on Thursday launched a new version of its station wagon model 'WagonR', with changes in the car's interiors and exteriors.\n\n

'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 unveils new WagonR

Maruti unveils new WagonR

Rediff.com19 Jul 2006

The prices of the three petrol variants of the WagonR range between Rs 3.23 lakh (323,000) and Rs 3.72 lakh (372,000).

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.

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.

Ajit Pawar hitches horse to different wagon

Ajit Pawar hitches horse to different wagon

Rediff.com23 Nov 2019

A tough administrator and an immensely popular face in his largely rural assembly segment Baramti in Pune district, Ajit is also a maverick leader who doesn't shy from being on a different page from his party.

Global wagon majors eyeing Indian market

Global wagon majors eyeing Indian market

Rediff.com24 Jul 2007

Three major companies, Japanese giant Toshiba, Canadian major Bombardier and GE, are looking at manufacturing wagons and coaches in the country.

Arvind Kejriwal's missing WagonR found in Ghaziabad

Arvind Kejriwal's missing WagonR found in Ghaziabad

Rediff.com14 Oct 2017

The car was found abandoned in Ghaziabad.

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.

Maharashtra: Rail services hit after 2 wagons of goods train catch fire

Maharashtra: Rail services hit after 2 wagons of goods train catch fire

Rediff.com9 Nov 2018

The Fire incident took place late on Thursday night between Dahanu Road and Vangaon Railway Stations.

'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.'

Wagon R most popular compact car

Wagon R most popular compact car

Rediff.com15 Dec 2004

Improved performance and redesigned looks of new vehicles have increased satisfaction among the owners with Maruti Wagon R, Esteem, Honda City, Toyota Corolla and Tata Safari

Maruti to launch CNG WagonR soon

Maruti to launch CNG WagonR soon

Rediff.com18 Jun 2010

The move is a part of the company's plans to expand its portfolio of eco-friendly vehicles, which could see other models such as Alto, Eeco, Estilo and SX4 also powered by CNG fuel, industry sources said.

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.

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.

2013 Maruti Wagon R: Better looks and improved mileage

2013 Maruti Wagon R: Better looks and improved mileage

Rediff.com16 Jan 2013

Rolled out in a fleet of four, which comprises three petrol variants along with a CNG counterpart, the freshly redesigned Wagon R has much more than just an exterior upgrade to offer its buyers.

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.

Coming soon: WagonR, Alto K10 with automatic gears

Coming soon: WagonR, Alto K10 with automatic gears

Rediff.com11 Mar 2014

The AMT technology essentially allows a driver to drive both in a fully automatic mode or in a partially-automatic mode.

In Modi's new India, there is no...: Oppn on rail accidents

In Modi's new India, there is no...: Oppn on rail accidents

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

'This is becoming the new normal. Accountability of @AshwiniVaishnaw ji is zero. The GOI has no answers whatsoever'

Fire extinguisher on rail track sparks scare in UP

Fire extinguisher on rail track sparks scare in UP

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

The railway officials launched an investigation jointly with the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Government Railway Police (GRP) and found there was no criminal intent behind the act.

Should Staines murder case convict be released early, SC asks Odisha

Should Staines murder case convict be released early, SC asks Odisha

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Singh has sought the application of a more liberal remission policy to ensure his premature release from a prison in the state where he is lodged for more than 24 years.

Should K L Rahul Be Axed?

Should K L Rahul Be Axed?

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

Tell us who should be in India's Playing XI for the 2nd Test against New Zealand, starting on Thursday.

Maruti, Hyundai report muted sales in October

Maruti, Hyundai report muted sales in October

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Auto majors Maruti Suzuki India and Hyundai reported muted sales performance in October as the companies curtailed dispatches to dealers in order to cut inventory build up.

Disquieting Deeds Can't Wipe Out Work AAP Has Done

Disquieting Deeds Can't Wipe Out Work AAP Has Done

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

'A government whose policies are focused around making the life of ordinary citizens, specially the most deprived sections, richer; a government that prioritises education, health and transport, that doesn't treat its citizens as subjects who must come to it for everything, is rare in our country.' 'When such a government is thrown out, one is left stunned,' notes Jyoti Punwani.

Battle of the hatches: i10, Wagon R and Beat

Battle of the hatches: i10, Wagon R and Beat

Rediff.com15 Nov 2010

The hatchback segment is the fastest growing in the Indian car market.

Indisciplined Prithvi Shaw's career is a promise unkept

Indisciplined Prithvi Shaw's career is a promise unkept

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

'With him in particular, I've had a lot of chats with him, a lot of conversations to try and make him a better cricketer.'

Motown in slow lane: Sales of top 3 automakers down

Motown in slow lane: Sales of top 3 automakers down

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai and Tata Motors reported a decline in wholesales in September as the companies curtailed dispatches to dealers to reduce inventory build-up amid a decline in demand. Maruti Suzuki India reported a 4 per cent dip in total domestic passenger vehicle wholesales last month to 144,962 units compared to 150,812 units in the year-ago month. The auto major said sales of mini segment cars, comprising Alto and S-Presso, grew marginally to 10,363 units against 10,351 units in September 2023.

Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai sales drop due to weak demand in July

Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai sales drop due to weak demand in July

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Leading carmakers Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai on Thursday reported a dip in wholesales in July as companies reduced vehicle dispatches to dealers amid moderation in demand. Maruti Suzuki India said its total domestic passenger vehicle sales stood at 137,463 units in July against 152,126 units in the year-ago month, down 9.64 per cent.

2 killed, 20 injured as 18 coaches of Howrah-Mumbai train derail in Jharkhand

2 killed, 20 injured as 18 coaches of Howrah-Mumbai train derail in Jharkhand

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

The accident occurred at 3.45 AM near Barabamboo, around 80 km from Jamshedpur, under the Chakradharpur Division of the South Eastern Railway (SER), they said.

Delhi duo waited for cop to come closer, then mowed him down

Delhi duo waited for cop to come closer, then mowed him down

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Dharmender revved the throttle and hit Sandeep's motorcycle from behind, dragging him for some distance before hitting a stationary car and crushing the constable between the two cars, stated the FIR which was accessed by PTI. The gruesome incident was caught on CCTV camera.

Can We Wish Away Any Part Of Our Life?

Can We Wish Away Any Part Of Our Life?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

'What would it be like if one had the power to transcend the universe like the characters in the Marvel comics and movies do?' 'Could I rewind my life and go back in time to do things differently?' asks Aarti David.

Europe's 1st major soccer club to join crypto wagon

Europe's 1st major soccer club to join crypto wagon

Rediff.com7 Jun 2022

Fan tokens are a type of cryptocurrency that allow holders to vote

Al-Qaeda Genie Is Out Of The Bottle

Al-Qaeda Genie Is Out Of The Bottle

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

... and there is no stopping its pan-Islamic agenda, cautions Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.