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Review: Sarathy will make Darshan fans happy

Review: Sarathy will make Darshan fans happy

Rediff.com30 Sep 2011

The movie is a good revenge drama.

RBI report confident of festival boost to economy

RBI report confident of festival boost to economy

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI's) State of the Economy report for October acknowledged a slowdown in some high-frequency indicators but expressed confidence in a recovery, aided by consumption demand during the festival season. "In India, aggregate demand is poised to shrug off the temporary slowdown in momentum in the second quarter of 2024-25 as festival demand picks up pace and consumer confidence improves," said the report released on Monday.

Youth fleeing accident drags elderly man on road in Bengaluru

Youth fleeing accident drags elderly man on road in Bengaluru

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

A video of the 71-year-old Muthappa, a publisher by profession, holding on to the speeding two-wheeler precariously on a road stretch has gone viral, creating a sense of outrage.

Podium finish for Shinde, settles for silver

Podium finish for Shinde, settles for silver

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Eknath Shinde, a former auto-rickshaw driver, has emerged as a key leader in Maharashtra, culminating in his appointment as Deputy Chief Minister. His journey from a Shiv Sena rebel to a dominant figure in the state's politics is a testament to his resilience and political acumen. He gained popularity for his pro-people stance and his contributions to infrastructure projects and social welfare schemes, solidifying his position as a powerful player in the Mahayuti alliance.

Heavy rains flood Delhi roads, disrupt citywide traffic

Heavy rains flood Delhi roads, disrupt citywide traffic

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Some of the places where heavy waterlogging was reported included the Minto Bridge underpass, Feroz Shah Road, Patel Chowk Metro Station area and Maharaj Ranjeet Singh Marg.

Initial probe faults Rayagada passenger train crew for Andhra accident

Initial probe faults Rayagada passenger train crew for Andhra accident

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Signed by seven experts, the preliminary report said they carefully examined the accident site, available evidence, statements of officials concerned, data logger report and the speedometer chart.

History and Mystery in Egypt

History and Mystery in Egypt

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Time travel in the land of the pharaohs.

8 Tips to Crack Campus Placements

8 Tips to Crack Campus Placements

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Consistent preparation with the right skillset and good communication skills are important to crack any campus interview, says rediffGURU Professor Suvasish Mukhopadhyay.

Why Muslims Prefer This BJP Candidate

Why Muslims Prefer This BJP Candidate

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Will Hindus not vote for a Muslim candidate? Is that why such few Muslims are given tickets? Two constituencies in Mumbai break prevalent stereotypes about these difficult questions.

Uber might enter auto rickshaw services

Uber might enter auto rickshaw services

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

Its executives are test-marketing the model in New Delhi.

Lorries Being Gifted This Wedding Season!

Lorries Being Gifted This Wedding Season!

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Another trend: A preference for coloured diamonds among brides, who are pairing them with their groom's birthstone. So, along with yellow or white diamonds, they are choosing pink, green, blue sapphires, emeralds or red rubies.

Ladies Drive Delhi's ETOs

Ladies Drive Delhi's ETOs

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

E-autos driven by lady drivers will ensure a safe last-mile connectivity from metro stations in Delhi.

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

Movement in the stock market this week will largely be driven by global trends, macroeconomic data announcements and trading activity of foreign investors, analysts said. Equity benchmark indices, which are on a dream run for the past several days, will also track trading in global oil benchmark Brent crude and movement of rupee against the US dollar. "The next FOMC (Federal Open Market Committee) meeting is scheduled for mid-September, but before that, the market will be closely watching upcoming US economic data.

India's exports marginally up; trade deficit narrows

India's exports marginally up; trade deficit narrows

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Snapping the two months slide, the country's merchandise exports rose marginally by 0.5 per cent to $34.58 billion in September while trade deficit narrowed to $20.78 billion. According to official data released on Wednesday, imports increased by 1.6 per cent to $55.36 billion in September compared to $54.49 billion in the year-ago period. The trade deficit, or the gap between imports and exports, was $20.8 billion during the same month last year.

16 arrested in MP, Hyderabad as police bust Hizb-Ut-Tahrir terrorist module

16 arrested in MP, Hyderabad as police bust Hizb-Ut-Tahrir terrorist module

Rediff.com10 May 2023

The MP ATS arrested 11 persons, including a gym trainer, software engineer and teacher, and booked them under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and other relevant provisions of the IPC, an official said.

4 more murder cases filed against Hasina, aides in Bangladesh

4 more murder cases filed against Hasina, aides in Bangladesh

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

A murder case was filed on Sunday against 76-year-old Hasina, former director general of Border Guard of Bangladesh Gen Aziz Ahmed and 11 others over the death of Abdur Rahim, an official of the then Bangladesh Rifles in 2010, state-run BSS news agency reported.

Oram Po waiting for release

Oram Po waiting for release

Rediff.com28 May 2007

Oram Po by husband and wife team, Pushkar and Gayathri is all set for release, though the date is yet to be finalised.

Jobs, Agnipath Scheme, Farmer, Wrestler Protests

Jobs, Agnipath Scheme, Farmer, Wrestler Protests

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

'Till a few years ago, girls wouldn't take an autorickshaw alone. Now, things have improved.'

Govt approves Rs 26,058 cr PLI scheme for auto, drone sectors

Govt approves Rs 26,058 cr PLI scheme for auto, drone sectors

Rediff.com15 Sep 2021

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a Rs 26,058 crore production linked incentive (PLI) scheme for auto, auto-components and drone industry to enhance India's manufacturing capabilities, Union Minister Anurag Thakur said on Wednesday. The PLI scheme will incentivize the emergence of advanced automotive technologies' global supply chain in India.

Jaish planned attack on RSS hq? Terrorist arrested for doing recce of site

Jaish planned attack on RSS hq? Terrorist arrested for doing recce of site

Rediff.com18 May 2022

The Nagpur Anti Terrorism Squad unit has arrested a Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist from Jammu and Kashmir who had allegedly conducted a recce of Dr Hedgewar Smriti Bhawan of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in Nagpur, Maharashtra, last year, an official said on Wednesday.

EC serves notice for holding 'mid-street Iftar' in Mangaluru

EC serves notice for holding 'mid-street Iftar' in Mangaluru

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

In the notice issued on Sunday, the ECI has notified the main organiser of the 'Auto Rajakanmar Iftar' event, Abubakar Siddique, for violating the election model code of conduct.

'We are cooperating with govt, it should also help us'

'We are cooperating with govt, it should also help us'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

How are Indians faring during the lockdown?

The Teacher We Should Salute!

The Teacher We Should Salute!

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Every week, we bring you fascinating videos, chosen by you, through your likes.

'I Pray For That Unknown Woman Who Cooked Pothichoru'

'I Pray For That Unknown Woman Who Cooked Pothichoru'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

'A campaign that goes beyond caste, creed and religion.' 'This is a campaign that aims to end hunger in society'

Jolted from sleep, ran for life: Train fire survivor

Jolted from sleep, ran for life: Train fire survivor

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

In moving scenes at the spot, women were seen wailing, possibly over the loss of a dear one, while a child recalled the tense moments before fleeing to safety.

Israel embassy blast: Cops seek footage from Jamia

Israel embassy blast: Cops seek footage from Jamia

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Police suspect that one of the persons who visited the blast site at the Prithviraj Road two hours prior to the incident had come from Jamia Nagar in southeast Delhi.

All That You Wanted to Know about Tata Curvv

All That You Wanted to Know about Tata Curvv

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

While the electric version will open for bookings starting August 12, the internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts will make their debut after September 2, says Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

Is Renault Duster Coming Back?

Is Renault Duster Coming Back?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

The new Duster will go head-to-head with popular models like Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, MG Astor, etc in the highly competitive mid-size SUV segment.

Fuel crisis looms as truckers stop work across states

Fuel crisis looms as truckers stop work across states

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Drivers of commercial vehicles, including trucks and tankers, stopped work in several states on Monday and blocked roads at some places to protest against the provision in the new penal law regarding hit-and-run accident cases involving motorists.

Foreign Brands Are Eyeing India Again

Foreign Brands Are Eyeing India Again

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Whether it's Carrefour, Ford, or other foreign majors, they are ready to adjust their strategies and design their plans in a way that would address the Indian consumption story.

Auto sector poised for double-digit growth in FY23 after 3 years

Auto sector poised for double-digit growth in FY23 after 3 years

Rediff.com17 Jun 2022

While commercial vehicles are expected to benefit from strong replacement demand, the two-wheeler and tractor segments are expected to gain from a recovery in the rural economy.

Auto, taxi strike in Delhi hits commuters hard

Auto, taxi strike in Delhi hits commuters hard

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

Twenty unions of autos and taxis have formed a Joint Action Committee, which has called for the indefinite strike.

When Kejriwal's daughter offered 'bribe' to official

When Kejriwal's daughter offered 'bribe' to official

Rediff.com17 May 2015

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday claimed corruption had come down to "70-80 per cent" after the Aam Aadmi Party came to power and cited how his daughter found out that officials were now wary of taking bribe when she went to get her driving license.

M&M's stock races ahead on strong Q4 performance, outlook healthy

M&M's stock races ahead on strong Q4 performance, outlook healthy

Rediff.com25 May 2024

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) reported very strong results for the January-March quarter of the last financial year (Q4FY24), beating consensus comfortably. The margins of the automobile business improved 170 basis points (bps) year-on-year (Y-o-Y) to 8.8 per cent, while FES (Farm Equipment Sector) margins improved to 15.8 per cent (up 60 bps Y-o-Y), despite a decline in volumes due to cost optimisation and lower raw material costs.

BAJA 2018: The future of India's auto engineering

BAJA 2018: The future of India's auto engineering

Rediff.com12 Feb 2018

Young, raw energy from India's engineering colleges on display!

Mumbai hero donates free oxygen

Mumbai hero donates free oxygen

Rediff.com7 May 2021

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The Temple That's Moving!

The Temple That's Moving!

Rediff.com21 Jan 2023

A village gets electricity after 75 years. A rare bird rescued. Why Kashmiris love Harisa. Do watch these interesting videos.

Rural two-wheeler demand roars back to life in first half of 2024

Rural two-wheeler demand roars back to life in first half of 2024

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

The two-wheeler segment has shown signs of recovery in the first half (H1) of calendar year (CY) 2024, largely driven by improving performance in rural areas. According to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations, rural contribution to two-wheeler sales surged by 57-60 per cent in the April-June quarter of 2024-25, indicating a rising demand in these regions. Experts believe that this trend will continue, supported by a favourable monsoon season and government initiatives aimed at rural development.

Woman goes missing from Ghaziabad, combing ops launched

Woman goes missing from Ghaziabad, combing ops launched

Rediff.com12 Feb 2016

A 25-year-old woman allegedly went missing after taking an autorickshaw from the metro station in Vaishali area in Ghaziabad.

Rapido drives cabs into Uber, Ola lane

Rapido drives cabs into Uber, Ola lane

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

There's a hint of new competition riding into a sector that has attracted attention for being in a duopoly-like situation. Rapido, a commute app known for its budget-friendly bike-taxi services, on Tuesday announced its entry into the cab market, which is currently dominated by marquee brands Uber and Ola. Rapido's cab foray will be enabled by a software as a service (SaaS)-based platform.