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To Hell And Back

To Hell And Back

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

If you think life has made Asna a bitter person, you are wrong; she is one young woman full of positivity and dreams.

After high decibel campaigning, low voter turnout in Hyderabad civic polls

After high decibel campaigning, low voter turnout in Hyderabad civic polls

Rediff.com1 Dec 2020

A total of 74,44,260 voters will exercise their franchise using ballot papers to elect their representatives.

Deepika weds Ranveer: All the details

Deepika weds Ranveer: All the details

Rediff.com14 Nov 2018

Haven't been invited to the biggest wedding of the year?

Land Rover to develop intelligent self-learning car

Land Rover to develop intelligent self-learning car

Rediff.com25 Aug 2014

Using artificial intelligence techniques, Jaguar Land Rover self-learning car will offer a comprehensive array of services to the driver, courtesy of a new learning algorithm that recognises who is in the car and learns their preferences and driving style, the company said.

Now, Naseeruddin Shah takes on Aamir Khan

Now, Naseeruddin Shah takes on Aamir Khan

Rediff.com25 Nov 2015

Naseeruddin Shah has unshakable faith in the Indian democratic system.

Ending single-use plastic is real test for Modi

Ending single-use plastic is real test for Modi

Rediff.com1 Sep 2019

Can Modi enthuse BJP workers to pursue the end of single-use plastic with the same vigour and enthusiasm as they celebrated the attack on a neighbour, asks Aditi Phadnis.

This is a captain whose commitment to his team is absolute

This is a captain whose commitment to his team is absolute

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

Under Kohli, playing cricket will now be about winning, not avoiding defeat. India will not just be liked or admired -- it will be respected and feared. A country whose stars were labeled 'talented' or 'elegant' or 'inconsistent' now finds itself with a captain who is professional, tough, and combative, the embodiment of athleticism, aggression, and ambition. A fascinating glimpse from Pride, Prejudice And Punditry: The Essential Shashi Tharoor.

Time to END Bank Nationalisation

Time to END Bank Nationalisation

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

Nationalisation has served its purpose. It's time to move ahead, keeping majority ownership of the government in a few banks to serve the people, argues Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Air India stake sale: SpiceJet's Ajay Singh has a risky flight plan

Air India stake sale: SpiceJet's Ajay Singh has a risky flight plan

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

In March 2020, soon after the cessation of airline operations globally and domestic flights within India, many in the aviation sector had written Delhi-headquartered low-fare airline SpiceJet's obituary well before that of most of its rivals. Unlike IndiGo, GoAir (now rechristened Go First), Vistara and even AirAsia India, SpiceJet did not have founders or backers with deep pockets. Although it is the only other listed carrier in India besides IndiGo, it was considered the weakest and the least likely to survive the pandemic. But chairman and managing director Ajay Singh surprised everyone by not only surviving but taking the lead on many fronts. Within a few weeks of the scheduled flight stoppage, SpiceJet was doing as many charter flights as it could get hold of.

How Piyush Tewari is making India's roads safer

How Piyush Tewari is making India's roads safer

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

Indian roads continue to be among the most dangerous in the world. Few people are even aware that the Good Samaritan Law exists. Getting a licence to drive is still far too easy.

Decoding the Kamala Harris Phenomenon

Decoding the Kamala Harris Phenomenon

Rediff.com20 Jul 2021

Kamala succeeded as she identified herself with the larger minority groups rather than narrow ethnicity, prodded by her mother who did not want to return to India, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan, who has done multiple stints in India's embassy in Washington, DC.

What Muguruza must do to triumph in Aus Open final

What Muguruza must do to triumph in Aus Open final

Rediff.com31 Jan 2020

Garbine Muguruza has to be the one taking charge in the Australian Open final against "fighter" Sofia Kenin if she is to win her third Grand Slam title, the Spaniard's coach Conchita Martinez said.

Aishwarya thrown out of Lalu's house, alleges torture

Aishwarya thrown out of Lalu's house, alleges torture

Rediff.com30 Sep 2019

Drama unfolded at the 10, Circular Road residence of former Bihar Chief Minister Rabri Devi, where Roy spoke to the media for the first time in the presence of her parents who rushed to the spot upon receiving her distress call.

Nation marks 2 years of Clean India campaign

Nation marks 2 years of Clean India campaign

Rediff.com2 Oct 2016

Porbandar, the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi, and nearly 170 towns in Gujarat were declared Open Defection Free on the birth anniversary of the 'Father of the Nation'.

'I want to show the world that India has potential in skiing'

'I want to show the world that India has potential in skiing'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

'To represent one's country at the biggest stage is what drives us.' 'My goal is to reach the Olympics. So, Beijing 2022 it is!'

Relaxed Proteas happy with security arrangements in Pakistan

Relaxed Proteas happy with security arrangements in Pakistan

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

Root thanks England fan over phone for his support.

TN, Nagaland, Jharkhand, Maharashtra set to become plastic-free

TN, Nagaland, Jharkhand, Maharashtra set to become plastic-free

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

The state governments expressed their resolve to end the menace as India played global host to 2018 World Environment Day celebrations with the theme "Beat Plastic Pollution".

NGO that helps young minds become entrepreneurs

NGO that helps young minds become entrepreneurs

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

360 Degree has a network of more than 500 volunteers across the nation.

EPL PIX: 10-man Chelsea hold Liverpool; City rout Arsenal

EPL PIX: 10-man Chelsea hold Liverpool; City rout Arsenal

Rediff.com29 Aug 2021

Images from Saturday's action in the English Premier League.

The Good Samaritan Techie

The Good Samaritan Techie

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

From providing food and succour to pavement dwellers to helping the elderY in times of need, Dinesh Saravanan has been a godsend to the needy.

How to prevent online frauds

How to prevent online frauds

Rediff.com23 Dec 2017

Customers taking small and convenient steps and some degree of care and precaution while paying digitally will ensure safety and security from new threats that emerge every day, says Avinash Luthria

What is the future of e-pharmacies in India?

What is the future of e-pharmacies in India?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

PharmEasy, 1mg and Netmeds believe that their disruptive capabilities will power their brands despite the recent court ruling. The Drug Controller General of India recently directed all state FDAs to stop the online sale of medicines as per a Delhi high court order of last year.

'Lockdown-like' restrictions come into force in Maharashtra

'Lockdown-like' restrictions come into force in Maharashtra

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

Section 144 of CrPC, prohibiting assembly of five or more people at one spot, will be in force during the period, Thackeray had said, but refrained from terming the new curbs as a lockdown.

When Smriti Irani made a clean 'sweep'

When Smriti Irani made a clean 'sweep'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2014

In a bid to promote the ambitious 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan' (Clean India Mission), Human Resource Development Minister Smriti Irani made a surprise visit to a government school in Delhi and participated in a cleaning drive.

Hyundai to go head to head with Maruti in connected car segment

Hyundai to go head to head with Maruti in connected car segment

Rediff.com6 Apr 2019

Major carmakers in the country are loading barrels for the coming battle in the field, reports Arnab Dutta.

Premium carmakers caught in a bind over high taxes

Premium carmakers caught in a bind over high taxes

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

Automakers are caught in a chicken-and-egg situation: Prices have to come down if volumes are to increase, and volumes won't increase unless prices come down, notes Pavan Lall.

Aadhaar must for benefits to victims of terror, Naxals

Aadhaar must for benefits to victims of terror, Naxals

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

In a notification, the Union Home Ministry said an eligible beneficiary desirous of receiving the benefit under the 'Central Scheme for Assistance to Civilian Victims/Family of Victims of Terrorist/Communal/LWE Violence and Cross Border Firing and Mine/IED Blasts on Indian Territory' is required to furnish proof of possession of Aadhaar number or undergo Aadhaar authentication.

'I don't think sex is all that important'

'I don't think sex is all that important'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

'It's the relationship that is important.'

Pakistan recognition for Israel in exchange for F-35 jets?

Pakistan recognition for Israel in exchange for F-35 jets?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

It is well known that Israel would welcome a diplomatic relationship with Pakistan and feelings of a section of the Pakistani military were likewise.

India Inc gears up for life after lockdown

India Inc gears up for life after lockdown

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

Experts say the focus is on preserving liquidity as there is uncertainty over the duration and impact of the 21-day nationwide lockdown imposed to check the spread of COVID-19.

MG Motor eyes selling 2-3K units of ZS EV electric SUV in India

MG Motor eyes selling 2-3K units of ZS EV electric SUV in India

Rediff.com12 Nov 2019

The MG ZS EV, to be unveiled next month, will go head to head with Hyundai Kona, launched in July this year as the country's first fully electric SUV.

Champions League PIX: Barcelona crash out; Chelsea, United held

Champions League PIX: Barcelona crash out; Chelsea, United held

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

Barcelona crashed out of the Champions League following a 3-0 defeat at Bayern Munich on Wednesday, failing to make it past the group stage of the competition for the first time since the 2000-01 season.

Want Ganguly in BJP to clean bowl TMC: Dinda

Want Ganguly in BJP to clean bowl TMC: Dinda

Rediff.com24 Mar 2021

Former Bengal pace spearhead Ashoke Dinda, who is fighting from the Moyna constituency in Purba Medinipur district, said the BJP desperately wants BCCI chief Sourav Ganguly to join the party.

11 things that you can do through ATMs, now

11 things that you can do through ATMs, now

Rediff.com18 Oct 2011

A visit to an ATM today can help you accomplish myriad value-added transaction services like utility payments, pre-paid mobile re-charge, credit card payments, tax payments and much more.

6 Parenting Tips that Work!

6 Parenting Tips that Work!

Rediff.com28 Jun 2021

While it is good to appreciate how others manage, set your own goals as a family, says Fatema Agarkar.

Maharashtra in beginning of second Covid wave: Centre

Maharashtra in beginning of second Covid wave: Centre

Rediff.com16 Mar 2021

Maharashtra is in the beginning of a second COVID-19 wave, a central team report has said, highlighting that there is very limited active effort to track, test, isolate cases and quarantine contacts, and there is no adherence to COVID appropriate behaviour among people in rural and urban areas in the state.

Corporate, PE investments in EV start-ups grow 170%

Corporate, PE investments in EV start-ups grow 170%

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

The $306-million investment in Ola Electric Mobility by SoftBank Corp, Arun Sarin Family, Ratan Tata and Matrix has been the biggest funding in this space in value terms this year.

Help pours in for those hit by lockdown

Help pours in for those hit by lockdown

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

Amid the crisis has risen an outpouring of empathy from ordinary people across India led by the civil society, who have stepped up to help migrant labourers, domestic helps, construction workers, and small scale workers who were left jobless because of the nationwide lockdown.

Why workplace stress could be good for you

Why workplace stress could be good for you

Rediff.com21 Apr 2018

It can help boost employee performance.

'There's real interest in India right now'

'There's real interest in India right now'

Rediff.com27 May 2019

People are interested in the strength of India's economy, the country's stability, and the opportunities, says Stuart Tait, regional head of commercial banking, Asia-Pacific at HSBC.