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The Quorum: Are you invited?

The Quorum: Are you invited?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

Veer Arjun Singh visits Quorum, an upscale club in an equally upscale setting in Gurugram, and comes away impressed.

The new Toyota Fortuner comes loaded to the gills

The new Toyota Fortuner comes loaded to the gills

Rediff.com31 Oct 2017

Toyota launched the Fortuner brand in the Indian market back in 2009 which went on to become an instant hit.

The ex-Congressman key to Congress's 2019 plans

The ex-Congressman key to Congress's 2019 plans

Rediff.com21 Feb 2018

Pawar may not be in the Congress and heading a rival party having a love-hate relationship with it. But still he is considered the top Congress leader from Maharashtra, reports Sunil Gatade.

Dole-outs failed TMC in Bengal

Dole-outs failed TMC in Bengal

Rediff.com26 May 2019

Since much of the voting was on religious lines, Mamata's rural focus became irrelevant.

Datsun Go+: Fantastic drive, affordable but lacks few features

Datsun Go+: Fantastic drive, affordable but lacks few features

Rediff.com23 Dec 2014

Datsun go + is a great car, offers superb mileage but lacks few features.

Linux spreads its wings in India

Linux spreads its wings in India

Rediff.com27 Sep 2006

Bangladesh plane with 67 on board crashes in Nepal, 50 killed

Bangladesh plane with 67 on board crashes in Nepal, 50 killed

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

The condition of over two dozen people who were admitted to the hospital in Kathmandu is said to be serious.

The good, not-so-good and the bad about Marazzo

The good, not-so-good and the bad about Marazzo

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

Rajesh Alva/Rediff.com reveals the good, bad and ugly of the latest MPV from the Mahindra stable.

10 cool things you should know about Obama's 'beast'

10 cool things you should know about Obama's 'beast'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2015

The Beast goes wherever the United States president travels. So whether of not Barack Obama follows protocol and hops into his Indian counterpart Pranab Mukherjee's ride to head out for the Republic Day parade, the potently-luxurious limousine will be around the corner.

Vande Bharat Express: Love at first sight

Vande Bharat Express: Love at first sight

Rediff.com12 Mar 2019

The train has a lot to offer to its passengers: Silent run, fully-sealed gangway connecting two coaches, GPS-based passenger information system, modular bio-vacuum and disabled-friendly toilets, intelligent air conditioning that adjusts cooling according to the climate and closed-circuit television for safety.

Unpredictablity rules as divided Andhra gets ready to vote

Unpredictablity rules as divided Andhra gets ready to vote

Rediff.com31 Mar 2014

Come June 1, the premises that serve as the Andhra Pradesh assembly would have two sittings. In the morning it would serve as the assembly for Seemandhra and in the afternoon, it would act as the Telangana assembly. Aditi Phadnis and Dasarath Reddy report

BJP CMs to resign as MPs only after Prez poll

BJP CMs to resign as MPs only after Prez poll

Rediff.com14 May 2017

The presidential election is due in July and the poll to the post of the vice president is scheduled for August.

Check out the stylish and spacious Ford EcoSport S!

Check out the stylish and spacious Ford EcoSport S!

Rediff.com10 Mar 2015

Ford EcoSport S offers all the practicality and affordability of a small car.

Maruti Ciaz SHVS is among the longest and widest cars in its segment

Maruti Ciaz SHVS is among the longest and widest cars in its segment

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

The Maruti Ciaz SHVS is the latest champion of the prestigious million-rupee sedan segment and the new blockbuster from the Indo-Japanese automobile giant. The car has finally given Maruti its first hit in the premium sedan market and thus Indian automobile website MotorBeam.com decided to induct the car into their long term fleet to see how well it does as a member of the family.

The new Maruti Dzire is safer than ever

The new Maruti Dzire is safer than ever

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

One of the best-selling cars for Maruti, the Dzire now enters its third generation and promises to offer more luxury and sophistication that's unheard and unseen, especially in the compact sedan segment.

Who is afraid of Kanhaiya Kumar?

Who is afraid of Kanhaiya Kumar?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2020

For two-and-half weeks, as Kanhaiya Kumar's Jan Gan Man Yatra opposing the CAA-NPR-NRC makes its way through Bihar, it has come under sustained violent attack. Archana Masih/Rediff.com discovers that the yatris, who include teenagers wanting to save the Constitution and the Nation, are unfazed by the threats and loathing.

Check out the new Range Rover Sport!

Check out the new Range Rover Sport!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

The car has typical Land Rover Sport styling cues, with large air ducts and black painted grille

Salman, 4 others, face verdict in black buck poaching case on Thursday

Salman, 4 others, face verdict in black buck poaching case on Thursday

Rediff.com4 Apr 2018

All the five actors -- Salman Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Tabu Sonali Bendre and Neelam -- will be present in the court for the pronouncement of the verdict.

Rs 93,847 crore allocated for education in interim budget

Rs 93,847 crore allocated for education in interim budget

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

While Rs 37,461.01 crore has been allocated for higher education, Rs 56,386.63 crore has been earmarked for school education.

India revels in Diwali spirit

India revels in Diwali spirit

Rediff.com27 Oct 2019

Decorated lights decked up buildings and earthen lamps dotted houses as people across the country celebrated Diwali.

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.

Nissan rolls out premium version of Evalia

Nissan rolls out premium version of Evalia

Rediff.com23 Oct 2014

Nissan is confident that the new offering will make its customers feel special

Is MG Hector an ideal family SUV? Find out

Is MG Hector an ideal family SUV? Find out

Rediff.com1 Aug 2019

The MG Hector has grabbed a lot of attention and interest, especially for its segment-above technologies.

PM should choose chauraha for people to punish him: Lalu

PM should choose chauraha for people to punish him: Lalu

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

"If election is held in the country today, the BJP would draw a nought," the RJD chief said.

Fiat Linea 125S, a family car that's powerful & fast

Fiat Linea 125S, a family car that's powerful & fast

Rediff.com21 Nov 2017

In the day to day routine which includes city as well highway driving. the Linea returned a decent mileage of 9.5 km/l.

2019 Ford Endeavour: An SUV honestly worth buying

2019 Ford Endeavour: An SUV honestly worth buying

Rediff.com29 Mar 2019

At Rs 28.19 lakh - Rs 32.97 lakh (ex-showroom India) it delivers excellent value for its combination of road presence, gizmos, safety, off-road capability and driveability.

Inside Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding venue

Inside Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding venue

Rediff.com15 Feb 2018

Here's a look inside the venue where the two lovebirds will say 'I do' and other details about the wedding, which is being dubbed as the 'event of the year'.

Honda BR-V: A compact SUV that promises a great drive

Honda BR-V: A compact SUV that promises a great drive

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

Honda has finally plunged into the fast growing urban crossover segment in India with the newly minted BR-V seven-seater SUV.

Best car? VW Polo beats Maruti Swift, Punto Evo

Best car? VW Polo beats Maruti Swift, Punto Evo

Rediff.com28 Aug 2014

The German car maker has the best engine along with great driving dynamics.

BMW 530d is the spruced up avatar of 5-Series sedan

BMW 530d is the spruced up avatar of 5-Series sedan

Rediff.com31 May 2016

The BMW 5-Series is the ultimate executive luxury sedan which blends excellent driving pleasure with uber luxury that too in a timeless design.The 5-Series F10 model, introduced in India in 2010 updated in 2013, is now available in the 530d M-Sport variant which is a slight departure from the normal 5-Series - as explored by Indian automobile website MotorBeam.com.

Will you help this child live?

Will you help this child live?

Rediff.com25 Jul 2018

Six-year-old Krishna suffers from Thalassemia Major, a severe genetic disorder that causes excessive destruction of red blood cells for which he needs blood transfusion every 21 days. As he grows older, the time-frame will reduce.

2016 Audi A4 excels in most departments

2016 Audi A4 excels in most departments

Rediff.com20 Dec 2016

The Audi A4 has improved in leaps and bounds and rivals are all set to wake up and take notice, says Indian automobile website MotorBeam.com.

Piyush Goyal's maiden Budget, at a glance

Piyush Goyal's maiden Budget, at a glance

Rediff.com1 Feb 2019

Here are the key highlights of the Interim Budget 2019-20 presented by Finance Minister Piyush Goyal in the Lok Sabha on Friday.

Step inside the Bigg Boss house

Step inside the Bigg Boss house

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

Welcome to the Bigg Boss house!

A Pakistani view of the Indian elections

A Pakistani view of the Indian elections

Rediff.com25 Mar 2014

Namo, Namo as India's prime minister? Not yet, says Pakistan-based journalist Amir Mateen.

As an overall package, the Skoda Superb is impressive

As an overall package, the Skoda Superb is impressive

Rediff.com4 Jan 2018

Skoda Superb

All about the 2016 Skoda Superb

All about the 2016 Skoda Superb

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

The Skoda Superb is a complete package which ticks all the right boxes to become the most competent and luxurious car without having a German badge.

Can the Mercedes Benz S-Class Maybach S650 be made better?

Can the Mercedes Benz S-Class Maybach S650 be made better?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2018

The Maybach S650's focus on luxury would make a private jet's interiors appear pedestrian, says Pavan Lall. Does it mean it has no room for improvement?

The best Will and Kate moments

The best Will and Kate moments

Rediff.com11 Apr 2018

Royal fans from around the world are counting down the days until the arrival of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's third child, due in April. Soon, photographers and video crews will head to the Lindo wing at St Mary's Hospital in London for what has become known as the "Great Kate Wait." As we wait for the newest Cambridge arrival, Getty Images photographer Chris Jackson presents some of his most favourite moments with the little royals.

New Tiguan: Bigger, bolder and offers better mileage

New Tiguan: Bigger, bolder and offers better mileage

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

Tiguan will arrive in showrooms across India this year.