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No, Mr Modi, you are not yet transforming India

No, Mr Modi, you are not yet transforming India

Rediff.com31 May 2016

Contrary to the bragging that marked its two-year anniversary, the government's timidity on reform is simply astounding.

Budget 2015: What we need now are difficult decisions

Budget 2015: What we need now are difficult decisions

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

In an interview with Shobha Warrier/Rediff.com, he talks about the economic policies of the Narendra Modi government and whether achche din is really coming.

2018: Year of reckoning for India Inc

2018: Year of reckoning for India Inc

Rediff.com28 Dec 2018

A glance back at some of the important ups and down Indian Inc faced in 2018.

Is this India's most unique motorcycle?

Is this India's most unique motorcycle?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2016

The Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber, priced at Rs 14 lakh, the V9 Bobber is an expensive proposition but don't discount it yet. BikeDekho reviews the latest Italian bike from one of the oldest surviving motorcycle brands in the world.

Delhi think tank gives Modi his NSA and principal secretary

Delhi think tank gives Modi his NSA and principal secretary

Rediff.com30 May 2014

Members of the Vivekananda International Foundation are thrilled that the national security advisor and principal secretary to the prime minister are from its ranks, reports Vicky Nanjappa.

Bajaj Auto has truly upped their game, and how

Bajaj Auto has truly upped their game, and how

Rediff.com17 May 2015

With the introduction of Pulsar in the first decade of this century, the Chakan-based bike maker had rightly gauged the pulse of the youth. Pulsar AS 150 just raises the notch further for competition, reckons Tanmay Pangam

The MBA who sold her car to follow her passion

The MBA who sold her car to follow her passion

Rediff.com2 Dec 2014

It is about discovery and enjoying the journey instead of focusing on the destination, says Gauri Jayaram, founder, Active Holiday Company.

Ather 450: An electric scooter that's super-cool

Ather 450: An electric scooter that's super-cool

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

At Rs 1.24 lakh, it's the most expensive scooter manufactured in the country but the 450 deserves every penny.

The great Indian railways and a little app

The great Indian railways and a little app

Rediff.com25 Jan 2017

RailYatri offers a host of travel-related services to a 4.5 million user base. Shine Jacob finds out what's next for the app.

Move forward on infrastructure, not back

Move forward on infrastructure, not back

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

Shifting to a PPP model could repeat the errors of the past

Car compare: Audi A4 takes on BMW 3 Series

Car compare: Audi A4 takes on BMW 3 Series

Rediff.com19 Sep 2014

Bimmer loses out when it comes to ride quality.

The best places to eat in Delhi

The best places to eat in Delhi

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

Our mouths are watering already!

A small film with lots to say about the world

A small film with lots to say about the world

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

'Kumbalangi Nights is a movie that respects women, but most importantly, it's a movie that loves them,' says Sreehari Nair.

Volkswagen Ameo: A value-for-money compact sedan

Volkswagen Ameo: A value-for-money compact sedan

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

The Ameo brings the best of both worlds in a single package as a value for money purchase for the Indian family at an incredible price point.

The extraordinary story of Radha Daga and Triguni Food

The extraordinary story of Radha Daga and Triguni Food

Rediff.com12 Oct 2017

One's dreams never end. If you don't dream, you don't exist. You need to dream to look forward to in life, Radha Daga, who went from a textile exporter to food entrepreneur at 60 years of age, shares her incredible journey with Shobha Warrier.

Financial numbers: How correct are they?

Financial numbers: How correct are they?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2013

Financial numbers can sometimes paint a rosy picture because of changes in the accounting policy or a one-time income.

Audi RS 7: The beast that dazzles

Audi RS 7: The beast that dazzles

Rediff.com17 Aug 2015

The car can go from 0 to 100 kmph in just 3.9 seconds.

Mutiny in the ranks: Congressmen against Rahul

Mutiny in the ranks: Congressmen against Rahul

Rediff.com30 Jan 2015

We look back at the many leaders who took contention with Rahul Gandhi in the recent past.

Challenges are behind us now, says Vistara chief

Challenges are behind us now, says Vistara chief

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

Phee Teik Yeoh says that the worst is behind them.

The designer who wants to end violence against women

The designer who wants to end violence against women

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

'I was emotionally disturbed after hearing about foeticides and later Nirbhaya and felt that as successful women, we must raise our voice against these issues.' '#SheIsMe, an inspirational fashion showcase, was a personal tribute that proclaimed that despite their flaws and limitations, women are beautiful, magical and strong.'

Drones boom: The next big opportunity after e-commerce

Drones boom: The next big opportunity after e-commerce

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

Drones are being sold by e-retailers like Flipkart and Snapdeal for less than Rs 40,000 apiece.

WTF NEWS: It's Weird, True and Funny!

WTF NEWS: It's Weird, True and Funny!

Rediff.com9 Jan 2015

Here's your weekly digest of the craziest and funniest stories from around the world.

Anita Dongre: The designer who broke the Internet

Anita Dongre: The designer who broke the Internet

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

From starting with two sewing machines in her bedroom, Anita Dongre is all set to launch two stores in America. Archana Masih meets the designer for the working woman and the bride.

What's so special about Kawasaki Z250 and ER-6n?

What's so special about Kawasaki Z250 and ER-6n?

Rediff.com27 Oct 2014

The Kawasaki Z250 is its most affordable bike at Rs 3 lakh. Kawasaki ER-6n is a performance bike that will set you back by Rs 4.78 lakh!

Budget a 'big jumla' of Modi govt: Oppn

Budget a 'big jumla' of Modi govt: Oppn

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

The opposition has attacked the Modi government over the National Democratic Alliance's last full-fledged budget before the 2019 Lok Sabha elections.

'I feel incomplete without that fool around'

'I feel incomplete without that fool around'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2016

Presenting an excerpt from Vaishnavi Nair's debut book OK Now, Who's My Santa?

Agricultural minister's silence on land bill strategic or tactical?

Agricultural minister's silence on land bill strategic or tactical?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2015

The fact that everyone but Agriculture Minister Radha Mohan Singh is speaking on the issue only gives credence to the specious fears of farmers that this government is out to get them. Aditi Phadnis reports

Chugging against change: Few things ailing the Indian Railways

Chugging against change: Few things ailing the Indian Railways

Rediff.com1 Aug 2015

Back in time, one of Gandhi's co-travellers, too, sat through the day at the Central station at Madras watching passengers pay bribes to procure their tickets.

Four key lessons to revamp the ailing Railways

Four key lessons to revamp the ailing Railways

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

Railways must pull back its share of freight traffic.

President Pranab Mukherjee's Independence Day Speech: Full Text

President Pranab Mukherjee's Independence Day Speech: Full Text

Rediff.com14 Aug 2014

President Pranab Mukherjee on Thursday addressed the nation on the eve of the 68th Independence Day.

PM Modi announces Rs 80,000-cr package for J-K

PM Modi announces Rs 80,000-cr package for J-K

Rediff.com7 Nov 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced a package of Rs 80,000 crore for Jammu and Kashmir.

Ghoul makes it terrifying to be a Muslim

Ghoul makes it terrifying to be a Muslim

Rediff.com28 Aug 2018

'Any Muslim who shows even the slightest hint of revolutionary thought is marked as 'infected'.' 'At that point, he is taken to the nearest Detention Centre where a procedure called Reconditioning awaits him.' 'Areas with a high Muslim population have been designated as Scheduled Religion Zones.' 'To be an active participant in this social cleansing ritual, there is only one prerequisite: You have to be an undying patriot whose friend and family is his country.'

Is Modi losing his touch?

Is Modi losing his touch?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2014

'One wonders if he has decided on the disastrous course of taking after Manmohan Singh, sitting like a Madam Tussaud wax figure, the same expressionless face, eyes unblinkingly staring in front, and making absolutely no difference, and no contribution, to the House proceedings,' asks B S Raghavan.

Sheena Bora Trial: Indrani wants to argue her case for bail

Sheena Bora Trial: Indrani wants to argue her case for bail

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

Accused No 1 announced that there had been a change in the circumstances of her health condition. She produced a thick 19-page document, written in her neat, very feminine handwriting, detailing her condition, its symptoms and the consequences it could have on her health and well-being.

Were the Mumbai terror attacks a warning to Islamabad?

Were the Mumbai terror attacks a warning to Islamabad?

Rediff.com27 Oct 2016

Experts trace the reasons for the 26/11 attacks to the Pakistan's military interest in three key areas: Kashmir, Afghanistan and nuclear armaments.

Cong members feel 'chintan shivir' will do them no good

Cong members feel 'chintan shivir' will do them no good

Rediff.com16 Jul 2014

Many in the Congress feel that holding meetings at the block, district and state levels would reveal the real reasons for the Congress's defeat in the Lok Sabha elections. Rediff.com contributor Anita Katyal reports

Having Robots for 'Make in India' is not a bad idea

Having Robots for 'Make in India' is not a bad idea

Rediff.com29 May 2015

For Make in India's success, Modi govt msut remove policy paralysis.

Why Tamil audience loves their dose of dubbed Hindi serials

Why Tamil audience loves their dose of dubbed Hindi serials

Rediff.com6 May 2015

With more and more TV channels preferring to air dubbed serials, the Tamil serial industry is slowly going out of business.

How effective communication can take companies to great heights

How effective communication can take companies to great heights

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

The success of internal communication depends on its utilisation.

Indian demand provides spark for Japanese electronics cos

Indian demand provides spark for Japanese electronics cos

Rediff.com21 Jun 2013

It is not without reason that Japanese consumer electronics companies such as Sony, Panasonic, Hitachi, Daikin and Sharp are investing significant sums in India.