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Chaos breaks out at Ahmedabad's new Covid hospital

Chaos breaks out at Ahmedabad's new Covid hospital

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

Chaos prevailed outside a newly-inaugurated 900-bed Covid-19 hospital in Ahmedabad as people flocked there in large numbers since early morning on Thursday with the hope of securing admission for their ailing family members and relatives.

Freebies: Nothing Called A Free Lunch

Freebies: Nothing Called A Free Lunch

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

To help the country emerge as a true welfare State, political parties must put the country's interests first before strategising to win elections and short-term goals, argues Ramesh Menon.

'Happy Rakhi to the light of my life'

'Happy Rakhi to the light of my life'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

On Raksha Bandhan, film folk post happy pictures with their siblings.

Mahindra XUV700: A powerhouse that ushers in a new era of excellence

Mahindra XUV700: A powerhouse that ushers in a new era of excellence

Rediff.com21 Aug 2021

Is the XUV700 just a facelifted XUV500 or is it a completely new breed in the vast range of SUVs available today? Rajesh Karkera takes the latest offering from the Mahindra stable for a spin to find out.

How markets will fare this week

How markets will fare this week

Rediff.com31 Oct 2021

The Fed interest rate decision, domestic macroeconomic data announcements and quarterly earnings will be the major sentiment drivers for the equity market in a holiday-shortened week ahead, analysts said. Investors will also take cues from the monthly auto sales numbers to be announced on Monday. Equity markets will remain closed on Thursday for Diwali Laxmi Pujan and on Friday for Diwali Balipratipada.

Review: Visaranai is chilling

Review: Visaranai is chilling

Rediff.com7 Feb 2016

Visaranai is a brutally honest film, feels S Saraswathi.

Formula E enters India: Hyderabad to host race on February 11

Formula E enters India: Hyderabad to host race on February 11

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

Hyderabad will be the first time a major international racing event

No magic wand left with Kejriwal to rollback CNG prices

No magic wand left with Kejriwal to rollback CNG prices

Rediff.com30 Dec 2013

The likely solution that appears before the AAP government is to seek for a higher quota of domestic natural gas for Delhi, which would bring down auto and cooking gas prices.

'I have a learners' license. Will my accident claim be accepted?'

'I have a learners' license. Will my accident claim be accepted?'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2022

Sanjib Jha, CEO, Coverfox Insurance Broking, answers your health and auto insurance related queries.

After Goa, Kejriwal offers free pilgrimage if AAP voted to power in U'khand

After Goa, Kejriwal offers free pilgrimage if AAP voted to power in U'khand

Rediff.com21 Nov 2021

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday promised to introduce a free pilgrimage scheme for the people of different communities in Uttarakhand if the Aam Aadmi Party came to power in the state.

Rajini Murugan, Visaranai, Eeti, Urumeen: Which film will YOU watch?

Rajini Murugan, Visaranai, Eeti, Urumeen: Which film will YOU watch?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2015

Take a look, and write in the message board below!

Why global auto majors are RUSHING to Gujarat

Why global auto majors are RUSHING to Gujarat

Rediff.com9 Dec 2011

Consider this: by 2015-16, nearly one of every three cars that roll out in the country could be from Gujarat. If that's not enough, in the next three-five years, half the installed capacity for making cars in India will be located in the state.

Chip shortage pulls down passenger vehicle sales in September

Chip shortage pulls down passenger vehicle sales in September

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

The global semiconductor shortage hit passenger vehicle sales in September, with major manufacturers like Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai and Mahindra & Mahindra reporting a decline in sales on Friday. Kia India and Honda Cars also reported a dip in wholesales last month as compared with the year-ago period. Carmakers like Tata Motors, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, Nissan and Skoda, however, reported an increase in passenger vehicle dispatches last month despite supply chain issues.

'We want to buy a new car; Budget: Rs 6-7 lakh'

'We want to buy a new car; Budget: Rs 6-7 lakh'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

Auto experts from CarJasoos will answer all your questions related to buying, selling or maintenance of new or used cars.

Mumbai: BEST bus strike enters 3rd day, commuters continue to suffer

Mumbai: BEST bus strike enters 3rd day, commuters continue to suffer

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

A senior BEST official expressed hope of the stalemate getting resolved soon.

'Always be alert... keep family informed...'

'Always be alert... keep family informed...'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

'Never trust a cab or rick driver.' 'Never share personal information.' 'Never hide your whereabouts from your family.' 'Don't party late with strangers or 'just met' friends.'

Audi to enter Formula One in 2026

Audi to enter Formula One in 2026

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

Formula One will have a new power unit from 2026 with the focus on sustainability and a more cost-efficient future.

Maruti Alto K10 to be costlier by up to Rs 23,000

Maruti Alto K10 to be costlier by up to Rs 23,000

Rediff.com11 Apr 2019

The high-selling model now comes with various safety features like anti-lock braking system with electronic brake force distribution, driver airbag, reverse parking sensor, seed alert system and driver and co-driver seat belt reminder.

3 factors that will dictate markets this week

3 factors that will dictate markets this week

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

Markets this week would be guided by the ongoing quarterly earnings, macroeconomic data announcement and global trends, analysts said. The government will release industrial production data for June and inflation data for July this week. The RBI has revised its retail inflation forecast to 5.7 per cent, up from the earlier 5.1 per cent due to price pressure on account of supply constraints and high crude oil prices.

1 year after 1,200 km journey, Bihar 'Cycle girl' loses father

1 year after 1,200 km journey, Bihar 'Cycle girl' loses father

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

Images of Jyoti Kumari, the teenager who had cycled, with her injured father riding pillion, for 1,200 kilometres from Gurugram to Bihar's Darbhanga during last year's national lockdown had captured the imagination of people in the country.

Can Mann-Kejriwal Tackle Punjab's Many Challenges?

Can Mann-Kejriwal Tackle Punjab's Many Challenges?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2022

Kejriwal's centralised way of governance might work in Delhi, but Punjab will call for delegation, observes Sanjeev Nayyar.

Kerala needs strategic lockdown to curb Covid surge: Sources

Kerala needs strategic lockdown to curb Covid surge: Sources

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

There is hesitancy to impose lockdown and strategic containment measures for reducing transmission intensity even as the small coastal state is contributing to over three-fourth of the new daily COVID-19 cases in the country, a government source said.

18 top holdcos' shares gain twice that of Sensex

18 top holdcos' shares gain twice that of Sensex

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

'Investing in the stocks of holdcos can be a very efficient and inexpensive way of gaining exposure to the stocks of India's reputable growing business houses.'

How Tata Motors plans to tackle chip shortage

How Tata Motors plans to tackle chip shortage

Rediff.com1 Aug 2021

Tata Motors is looking at various measures, including direct buying from stockists and making changes in the product configurations, to offset the impact of semiconductor shortage on its production activities and sales, a top company official has said. The auto major, which sells models including Nexon, Harrier and Safari in the domestic market, is also looking at different kinds of chips which could be used in components where the supply situation is severe. The automaker expects the situation to remain challenging in the ongoing quarter and some improvement in supplies only in the second half of the fiscal.

Kejriwal woos Gujarat's Hindu voters with Rs 40 per day for each cow's upkeep

Kejriwal woos Gujarat's Hindu voters with Rs 40 per day for each cow's upkeep

Rediff.com2 Oct 2022

Kejriwal's announcement is a renewed push to counter the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party in Gujarat and attract Hindu voters, as per political experts.

Jh'khand tops in vaccine wastage; Kerala, WB report -ve wastage

Jh'khand tops in vaccine wastage; Kerala, WB report -ve wastage

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

States like Punjab, Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat and Maharashtra reported 7.08 per cent, 3.95 per cent, 3.91 per cent, 3.78 and 3.63 per cent and 3.59 per cent respectively.

What Went Wrong For Cyrus Mistry At Tatas

What Went Wrong For Cyrus Mistry At Tatas

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

If Cyrus's protestations of having no knowledge of his imminent dismissal are to be taken at face value, he was extraordinarily naive and insulated from the ground reality. There were enough straws in the wind to suggest that his relations with Ratan were fast deteriorating to a point of no return.

Automakers staring at lacklustre festive season

Automakers staring at lacklustre festive season

Rediff.com7 Sep 2021

Automobile dealers' body FADA on Tuesday expressed concern that the chip shortage issue could derail passenger vehicle (PV) retail sales during the festive season, as automakers are struggling with an adequate supply of vehicles to dealers due to production challenges. Terming semiconductor shortage as a "full-blown crisis", the industry body warned of a lacklustre festive season, especially for the passenger vehicle dealer fraternity, with low inventory levels and non-availability of the fast-moving model variants ahead of the peak festive period.

Maha bandh: Stone pelting on BEST buses affects services

Maha bandh: Stone pelting on BEST buses affects services

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

The BEST services resumed after the shutdown ended around 4 pm.

Tharoor has a tough fight on his hands

Tharoor has a tough fight on his hands

Rediff.com17 Apr 2019

Shobha Warrier reports from Thiruvananthapuram where a former UN diplomat is battling a former governor for the Lok Sabha seat.

Man beaten for not chanting 'Jai Shri Ram', 'Modi zindabad'

Man beaten for not chanting 'Jai Shri Ram', 'Modi zindabad'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2020

Two people have been arrested for allegedly assaulting a 52-year-old auto-rickshaw driver.

The Big Daddy of SUVs at Rs 11.49 Lakh!

The Big Daddy of SUVs at Rs 11.49 Lakh!

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

The all-new Scorpio N will not have any component from the current Scorpio, which will now be sold as the Scorpio Classic, reports Rajesh Karkera.

Railways to run 100 'Shramik special' trains daily

Railways to run 100 'Shramik special' trains daily

Rediff.com11 May 2020

The opposition has been critical of the Centre's handling of the situation, accusing it of not doing enough to ease the hardships of the migrant workers, many of whom have lost their jobs during the lockdown which started on March 25.

Q1 earnings to guide equity markets this week

Q1 earnings to guide equity markets this week

Rediff.com18 Jul 2021

The first quarter earnings season will dictate the trend in the equity markets in this holiday-shortened week amid absence of major macroeconomic drivers, say analysts. Besides, lacklustre global markets may increase volatility in the market, they added. Equity markets would remain closed on Wednesday for Bakri-Id.

Shame again: Sikkimese woman raped in Delhi; AIIMS doctor, 4 others arrested

Shame again: Sikkimese woman raped in Delhi; AIIMS doctor, 4 others arrested

Rediff.com27 Feb 2015

The 25-year-old survivor from Sikkim, the wife of an army personnel, was trafficked to Delhi.

Will Formula E revive Indian motorsport?

Will Formula E revive Indian motorsport?

Rediff.com10 Jul 2022

The inaugural Formula E race in Hyderabad is scheduled for February 11 next year, joining the likes of New York, London and Rome on the calendar.

Meet the Jeep so beloved of the Indian Army

Meet the Jeep so beloved of the Indian Army

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

For all those auto enthusiasts who thought Mahindra have only been manufacturing Jeeps and trucks in the '90s, Timeless Mahindra offers plenty of interesting surprises, discovers Rajesh Kareka/Rediff.com.

'I am a Delhi girl so I know how to handle lechers'

'I am a Delhi girl so I know how to handle lechers'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2015

Sonali Barthwal, who debuted at Lakme Fashion Week, is a Delhi girl, originally hailing for Garhwal, Uttaranchal. Bubbly and effervescent she's got a sense of humour too.

'There is no disruption of imports from China'

'There is no disruption of imports from China'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

'Industry realises we cannot overly depend on imports from anywhere including China.'

What can hit Indian auto firms' global dreams

What can hit Indian auto firms' global dreams

Rediff.com17 Jul 2007

A study says shortage of skilled workers, inferior quality and inadequate highway infrastructure can defeat Indian carmakers.