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On 'Mission 272', BJP reaches out to Dalits, Muslims

On 'Mission 272', BJP reaches out to Dalits, Muslims

Rediff.com26 Feb 2014

In a season of political deal-making, it would seem the BJP is not only keener to win new friends but is ahead of rival Congress in the game. Its only competition, if at all, has come from regional satraps and the Left parties, which on Tuesday resolved to fight the elections together against both the Congress and BJP.

Gunman captured after shooting at US Capitol complex

Gunman captured after shooting at US Capitol complex

Rediff.com29 Mar 2016

A man was taken into custody after firing shots in the United States Capitol complex on Monday, Capitol officials said.

A year of renovation later, Tatas' hq Bombay House throws its doors open

A year of renovation later, Tatas' hq Bombay House throws its doors open

Rediff.com29 Jul 2018

After Rs 800 million makeover, Bombay House reopened on July 29, 2018. The earlier dull interior with low technology has given way to a lot more colour and vibrancy.

Ross island: Where history rests

Ross island: Where history rests

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

Vaihayasi Pande Daniel discovers Ross Island where the clock can never be turned back.

Why Jet Airways has hit an air pocket

Why Jet Airways has hit an air pocket

Rediff.com24 Nov 2018

Old-timers say Jet boss Naresh Goyal, although still razor sharp, doesn't have the same energy he once did and this reflects in his 'baby'.

Tata Safari Storme: A great SUV for Rs 15 lakh

Tata Safari Storme: A great SUV for Rs 15 lakh

Rediff.com3 May 2016

If there is a genuine SUV in the market in the Rs 15 lakh price bracket, it is the Tata Safari Storme that offers every bit of an SUV feel.

New Merc C-Class: A worthy competitor to Audi A4, BMW 3-series

New Merc C-Class: A worthy competitor to Audi A4, BMW 3-series

Rediff.com18 Nov 2014

The new generation offering looks better inside out, carries more equipment and drives better.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Convertible: Neighbour's envy, owner's pride

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Convertible: Neighbour's envy, owner's pride

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

We drove in Italy what will be Mercedes-Benz's most affordable drophead offering in India - the new C-Class Cabriolet!

Maruti rolls out premium SUV S-Cross at Rs 834,000

Maruti rolls out premium SUV S-Cross at Rs 834,000

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

The S-Cross will be available only in diesel engine options of 1.6 litre and 1.3 litre.

Rahul's convoy attacked in Gujarat, Congress blames 'BJP goons'

Rahul's convoy attacked in Gujarat, Congress blames 'BJP goons'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2017

The man who threw stones at Rahul's vehicle has been detained.

Blissfully serene

Blissfully serene

Rediff.com27 Sep 2015

A visit to the Palpung Sherabling Monastery where monks are free to choose their own paths.

'How does stoning us help their cause?'

'How does stoning us help their cause?'

Rediff.com16 May 2018

For the father of Chennai youth killed in stonethrowing in Srinagar, questions and memories are all that remain.

Donald Trump: A POTUS so out of his depth!

Donald Trump: A POTUS so out of his depth!

Rediff.com3 Mar 2017

Distressing as the first month of the Trump administration -- with its missteps on matters of governance, ethics and protocol -- has been, it has been a comic opera of buffoons by comparison to the horrors that await us, fears Rahul Jacob.

PIX: Barca shocked at Levante; Juventus stay top

PIX: Barca shocked at Levante; Juventus stay top

Rediff.com3 Nov 2019

A summary of Saturday's action in La Liga, Serie A and Bundesliga.

NIT unrest: HRD sends team, students list out demands

NIT unrest: HRD sends team, students list out demands

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh also called up Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti and discussed the situation with her.

The magical Sanjna Kapoor

The magical Sanjna Kapoor

Rediff.com16 Feb 2018

After injecting life into Mumbai's Prithvi Theatre and running it for years, Sanjana Kapoor tells Anjuli Bhargava that she is consumed by a new passion -- Junoon.

Test-driving the TUV300: The tough and the cute

Test-driving the TUV300: The tough and the cute

Rediff.com20 Nov 2015

Auto major Mahindra launches yet another SUV, and Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com puts its through the paces.

Stifling innovation will turn 'Made in India' into 'Mad in India': Rajiv Bajaj

Stifling innovation will turn 'Made in India' into 'Mad in India': Rajiv Bajaj

Rediff.com16 Feb 2017

After five years, we are still waiting for permission to sell our four-wheeler in the country: Rahul Bajaj.

And Peter Mukerjea went hungry...

And Peter Mukerjea went hungry...

Rediff.com19 Feb 2017

'It is perhaps kind of easy to see why Peter and the police clash.' 'The obvious air of entitlement that emanates from him, maybe unknowingly, probably gets the goat of the policemen.'

Di Maria learns money doesn't always talk in Premier League

Di Maria learns money doesn't always talk in Premier League

Rediff.com31 Aug 2014

There was little fanfare but a few lessons perhaps learnt as the most expensive player in the history of English football - Angel di Maria - lasted 70 minutes on his Premier League debut for Manchester United in their goalless draw at Burnley on Saturday.

Wonder what it's like to travel on India's fastest train?

Wonder what it's like to travel on India's fastest train?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

Rashme Sehgal took a ride on the Gatimaan Express for you.

The all new Figo Aspire costs only Rs 489,000

The all new Figo Aspire costs only Rs 489,000

Rediff.com12 Aug 2015

Figo Aspire has got all the flavours that put it in a good position amid rivals

Visiting temples won't help Rahul

Visiting temples won't help Rahul

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

You'd wonder what madness seized Rahul that he has decided to play to the BJP's strengths, says Shekhar Gupta.

Maruti to launch all new Ignis soon

Maruti to launch all new Ignis soon

Rediff.com12 Sep 2016

This will be the most fuel-efficient petrol SUV in its segment

New Mahindra Scorpio: Best SUV in its segment

New Mahindra Scorpio: Best SUV in its segment

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

For the price, it is also the best value for money car.

Working from home: Dream or nightmare?

Working from home: Dream or nightmare?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

Durba Dhyani set out to work from home and here's what she discovered.

Mercedes-Benz reveals GL-Class Facelift, what should you expect?

Mercedes-Benz reveals GL-Class Facelift, what should you expect?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2015

US would be the first market where Mercedes-Benz GLS would be available for orders and sales.

Honda Jazz: Not very exciting, but the 2nd most fuel efficient car in India

Honda Jazz: Not very exciting, but the 2nd most fuel efficient car in India

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

"Honda Jazz is very spacious and the flexibility inside the cabin makes it extremely versatile, while the new and punchy diesel heart comes at the right time," says Indian motoring website MotorBeam.

Survivors recount horror while frantic kin search for loved ones

Survivors recount horror while frantic kin search for loved ones

Rediff.com21 Nov 2016

Distraught relatives of people on board the ill-fated Indore-Patna Express who have still not been united with their family, searched frantically for their loved ones.

Mini Cooper S: Bigger, better and beautiful

Mini Cooper S: Bigger, better and beautiful

Rediff.com7 Apr 2015

The Mini Cooper S is a charming and spunky handler.

Train to Lhasa

Train to Lhasa

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

'Lhasa is more than the Unesco World Heritage Sites it boasts of. It is more than a gateway to the mighty Himalayas.' 'It is about the warmth of its people: Unsaid, unspoken, but felt everywhere,' discovers Shruti Bajpai.

Hyundai Eon, Datsun GO or Alto K10: Which is India's best entry-level car?

Hyundai Eon, Datsun GO or Alto K10: Which is India's best entry-level car?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2014

The 1.0-litre Hyundai Eon takes on the Japanese rivals in its segment, the Datsun GO and the Maruti Alto K10.

7 must know amazing facts about the new Hyundai Verna

7 must know amazing facts about the new Hyundai Verna

Rediff.com7 Sep 2017

New Hyundai Verna 2017 is powered with a choice of 1.6 L petrol engine (Dual VTVT, 121.3 bhp) and 1.6 L diesel engine (U2 CRDi VGT, 126.2 bhp).

Heaven is a place on earth. Indian earth

Heaven is a place on earth. Indian earth

Rediff.com24 May 2018

From Dudhwa to Veppathur and Havelock Island, the Indian tourism market is booming like never before.

10 factors that make Maruti Celerio diesel an attractive car

10 factors that make Maruti Celerio diesel an attractive car

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

The Maruti Celerio diesel is a peppy car to drive with the right ergonomics.

Prepare to be surprised in Tamil Nadu

Prepare to be surprised in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com24 Dec 2016

Prepare to be surprised in Tamil Nadu

Flying to be cheaper, norms eased for Indian airlines to fly abroad

Flying to be cheaper, norms eased for Indian airlines to fly abroad

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

Details were not immediately available ahead of a planned government briefing.

Pangong Tso: Where 3 Idiots ended

Pangong Tso: Where 3 Idiots ended

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

'All those photographs I had seen before about Ladakh were not photoshopped.' 'Ladakh, truly, was nature's masterpiece.'

Nissan Leaf: An affordable and impressive electric car

Nissan Leaf: An affordable and impressive electric car

Rediff.com31 Mar 2015

The car is a conventional hatchback with state-of-the-art aerodynamics.

Revealed: Why Lalu's MLAs walked out on him

Revealed: Why Lalu's MLAs walked out on him

Rediff.com1 Mar 2014

Nitish Kumar has spotted a secular trend in Bihar and with the minority's support he could trump Lalu Prasad, says Aditi Phadnis