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Ishita Khanna is transforming lives in Spiti, the eco-friendly way

Ishita Khanna is transforming lives in Spiti, the eco-friendly way

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

Ishita is helping the local community in Spiti lead better lives and build a sustainable environment.

What's A National Common Mobility Card?

What's A National Common Mobility Card?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

The NCMC facilitates convenient travel while integrating last-mile connectivity, a must in India's extensive landscape. It enables travellers to pay for a cross-section of needs, including toll tax, retail shopping, and withdrawing money.

As EVs rise in India, a requiem for Kolkata's electric trams

As EVs rise in India, a requiem for Kolkata's electric trams

Rediff.com4 Jul 2023

Kolkata trams -- now in their 150th year -- are the last to survive modernity in Indian cities, writes Ishita Ayan Dutt.

An eco-friendly way to make Rs 80 crore

An eco-friendly way to make Rs 80 crore

Rediff.com6 Feb 2008

Chandrashekhar Hariharan changed career midway when he started building eco-friendly green houses. Today his company BCIL, is worth Rs 80 crore and he is happy that he took a gamble by leaving his cushy job as a journalist.

'Pro-poor' PM Modi launches eco-friendly boats, e-rickshaws in Varanasi

'Pro-poor' PM Modi launches eco-friendly boats, e-rickshaws in Varanasi

Rediff.com1 May 2016

Accusing the erstwhile Congress governments of pursuing "vote bank politics", PM Modi reached out to the numerically significant Nishad community in Uttar Pradesh

Eco-friendly cars to Ganga as transport hub... Gadkari's big plans

Eco-friendly cars to Ganga as transport hub... Gadkari's big plans

Rediff.com29 May 2014

Promoting ethanol-friendly cars, turning river Ganga into a waterway and rolling out 50 stalled road projects are three top agendas for him.

Readers' Pix: Nelson's Paper Art Ganesha

Readers' Pix: Nelson's Paper Art Ganesha

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating Ganeshotsav this year.

'Ganpati is sitting on a jasmine flower'

'Ganpati is sitting on a jasmine flower'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

'We immerse our Ganpati in a bucket at home and use that water for our plants.' 'That way, our Ganpati always remains with us.'

Vadodara to Dallas: Lord Ganesha Arrives

Vadodara to Dallas: Lord Ganesha Arrives

Rediff.com13 Sep 2021

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating Ganeshotsav this year.

'Blessed to experience Bappa's magic'

'Blessed to experience Bappa's magic'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating Ganeshotsav this year.

Modi wears jacket made by recycling plastic bottles

Modi wears jacket made by recycling plastic bottles

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

The prime minister was seen wearing a light blue "sadri" jacket as he sat in the Rajya Sabha in the morning.

Modaks to Tiranga, Beautiful Bappa

Modaks to Tiranga, Beautiful Bappa

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating Ganeshotsav this year.

Taapsee's Weekend Mantra

Taapsee's Weekend Mantra

Rediff.com27 Aug 2022

Raveena's on a holiday... Emraan's in Srinagar... Mouni's airport look...

Mrunal Flirts With Royalty!

Mrunal Flirts With Royalty!

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

The actress stunned in a desi avatar by J J Valaya.

Girgaoncha Raja has an important message for you!

Girgaoncha Raja has an important message for you!

Rediff.com18 Sep 2018

The 22-feet tall eco-friendly idol is made entirely of clay.

Models turn forest into catwalk

Models turn forest into catwalk

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

Senegalese designer Adama Paris' show was inspired by nature.

S M Krishna, Kumar Mangalam Birla among those given Padma awards

S M Krishna, Kumar Mangalam Birla among those given Padma awards

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

Former Karnataka chief minister S M Krishna, noted industrialist Kumar Mangalam Birla and famous playback singer Suman Kalyanpur were given Padma awards by President Droupadi Murmu at a ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday.

Glitter, Glamour, Pops of Colour rule the ramp!

Glitter, Glamour, Pops of Colour rule the ramp!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

This elegant collection will make you sit up and take note.

'Lord Ganesh is in our heart'

'Lord Ganesh is in our heart'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2022

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating Ganeshotsav this year.

Why Alia's Lehenga Is Very Special

Why Alia's Lehenga Is Very Special

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

Alia Bhatt's mehendi look was nothing short of spectacular.

Republic Day 2023: Here is govt's proposal for 3 specific tableaux themes

Republic Day 2023: Here is govt's proposal for 3 specific tableaux themes

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

The government, which is celebrating 75 years of India's Independence, has proposed that India@75 tableaux include India's freedom struggle, its achievements, actions and resolves over the past seven decades.

Dubai to Pune: Ganpati Bappa Morya

Dubai to Pune: Ganpati Bappa Morya

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating Ganeshotsav this year.

Bafta Awards: Celebs who dared to repeat their clothes

Bafta Awards: Celebs who dared to repeat their clothes

Rediff.com4 Feb 2020

Meet the celebs who recycled their look for the BAFTA Awards.

PM's gifts to 80-yr-old Biden include traditional 'Das Danams'

PM's gifts to 80-yr-old Biden include traditional 'Das Danams'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Modi gave President Biden the unique sandalwood box sourced from Mysore with intricately carved flora and fauna patterns and handcrafted by a master craftsman from Jaipur during an intimate dinner at the White House on Wednesday.

Ganesha pix and stories from Dallas to Bhopal

Ganesha pix and stories from Dallas to Bhopal

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

Rediff readers tell us how they celebrated the festival amidst the pandemic.

Watch: Shilpa dances during Ganpati visarjan

Watch: Shilpa dances during Ganpati visarjan

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

Shilpa Shetty bid goodbye to Lord Ganesha, and her family joined in wearing colour-coordinated outfits.

Pix: They've been bringing Ganesha home for 56 years

Pix: They've been bringing Ganesha home for 56 years

Rediff.com22 Sep 2018

Readers share their best Ganpati pictures and memories.

SC stays laying of paver blocks on roads in Matheran hill station

SC stays laying of paver blocks on roads in Matheran hill station

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

The top court observed that even in reserve forests, there are no concrete roads and the safari vehicles ply on forest roads.

Mumbai's Oldest Ganesh Pandals

Mumbai's Oldest Ganesh Pandals

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

Rediff.com's Satish Bodas goes pandal hopping and offers glimpses of some interesting Ganeshas in Mumbai.

'Hey Bappa, bless all of us!'

'Hey Bappa, bless all of us!'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating Ganeshotsav this year.

Fascinating Ganesha pix from Charlotte to Ghaziabad

Fascinating Ganesha pix from Charlotte to Ghaziabad

Rediff.com28 Aug 2020

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating Ganeshotsav.

Mom, Daughters Clear Board Exams Together

Mom, Daughters Clear Board Exams Together

Rediff.com11 Jul 2022

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

Why Little Khushi Makes Her Own Ganesha

Why Little Khushi Makes Her Own Ganesha

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating Ganeshotsav this year.

Inspiring! The Story Behind Kangana's Sari

Inspiring! The Story Behind Kangana's Sari

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

'Khadi can be hope for the entire world which is struggling with the pollution from the fashion industry.'

PIX: California to Kerala, Ganesha adds colour, joy

PIX: California to Kerala, Ganesha adds colour, joy

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating Ganeshotsav.

MSMEs caught between a rock and a hard place

MSMEs caught between a rock and a hard place

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

Politicians and Twitter warriors around the globe have a new buzzword among them: Net zero. Everyone appears to be keen to state their commitment to net zero, with India providing an outlay of Rs 35,000 crore to achieve energy transition and net-zero objectives in its Budget for FY24, even as the latest and final report by the United Nations' Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) warned that current efforts are not enough to curb global warming. A number of small factory owners and businesses, however, have pointed out that the transition to net-zero emissions will cost them hugely.

BMC restricts gathering for home installation of Ganesh idols

BMC restricts gathering for home installation of Ganesh idols

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

Requesting people to refrain from doing any act that leads to the spread of COVID-19, the civic body, in a release, warned that violators may invite strict action under relevant sections of the Epidemic Act 1897, the Disaster Management Act, 2005 and the Indian Penal Code.

LFW: Like these Earth-friendly styles?

LFW: Like these Earth-friendly styles?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

Putting sustainable fashion under the spotlight.

This 100 kg chocolate Ganesha will feed the hungry

This 100 kg chocolate Ganesha will feed the hungry

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

The edible Ganesha created by 20 chefs will be immersed in milk and distributed as milkshake to underprivileged children.

Have You Been On A Green Date?

Have You Been On A Green Date?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

Single Indians are now planning to keep first dates 'active' with a walk in the park or an outdoor picnic.