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What's Greenwashing?

What's Greenwashing?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Greenwashing is making misleading or false environment-friendly claims about a product. Consumers in India currently do not have any way of telling whether a claim is authentic or greenwashing. And one never hears of action against any company for making false claims of being environment-friendly.

'Welcome Home Bappa,' Says Bollywood

'Welcome Home Bappa,' Says Bollywood

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

Bollywood stars welcomed Lord Ganesha into their homes with love and fanfare and posted beautiful pictures on social media.

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.

Bommai rejects Kerala CM's rail infra proposals citing environmental concerns

Bommai rejects Kerala CM's rail infra proposals citing environmental concerns

Rediff.com18 Sep 2022

Bommai rejected all the key infrastructure related proposals of Kerala, saying it will damage the eco-sensitive zones and wildlife sanctuaries.

'Growth during the second half should be good'

'Growth during the second half should be good'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

'With NPA under control, we should be able to post better profits.'

It's official! Cricket will be played at the 2028 LA Olympic Games!

It's official! Cricket will be played at the 2028 LA Olympic Games!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

'Baseball/softball, cricket (T20), flag football, lacrosse (sixes) and squash will be in the programme at LA28.'

Firecrackers banned in Delhi for 3rd consecutive yr

Firecrackers banned in Delhi for 3rd consecutive yr

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

The Delhi government has been following the practice of banning all kinds of firecrackers for the last three years.

Your Pix: Celebrating Bappa!

Your Pix: Celebrating Bappa!

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

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

Lord Ganesha Made of 1,7000 Coconuts

Lord Ganesha Made of 1,7000 Coconuts

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

Hyderabad residents are drawn to an eco-friendly Ganesh idol made out of 17,000 coconuts.

The Victoria Without A Horse

The Victoria Without A Horse

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

Peta activists ride a beautiful Victorian-style electric carriage, an eco-friendly vehicle during a test drive, in Kolkata.

3 killed, 7 hurt as goods train derails at Odisha station; toll may go up

3 killed, 7 hurt as goods train derails at Odisha station; toll may go up

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

East Coast Railway officials said that the accident took place around 6.44 am when some people were waiting at the platform and the waiting hall for a passenger train.

Can the Afghans beat the Kiwis?

Can the Afghans beat the Kiwis?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the Afghan players's T20 Internationals records updated after the game against India in the T20 World Cup.

Modi flags challenges in the fast growing cross-border e-com

Modi flags challenges in the fast growing cross-border e-com

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday suggested the G20 trade ministers to work collectively to ensure equitable competition between large and small sellers as there are challenges in the fast growing cross-border e-commerce. In a video message at the G20 Trade and Investment Minister's meeting here, he also emphasised on the need to address the problems faced by consumers in fair price discovery and grievance handling mechanisms. "Digitising processes and use of e-commerce have the potential to enhance market access. "I am glad that your group is working on the 'High Level Principles for the Digitalization of Trade Documents'. These principles can help countries in implementing cross-border electronic trade measures, and reduce compliance burdens.

CBI team visits train crash site, railways revises toll

CBI team visits train crash site, railways revises toll

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

A 10-member Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) team on Monday visited the Balasore train accident site and began its probe into the triple train crash, a Railway official said.

Will the Black Caps Win the Final?

Will the Black Caps Win the Final?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the New Zealand players's T20 Internationals records updated after the game against England in the T20 World Cup.

Can Australia Win the FINAL?

Can Australia Win the FINAL?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the Australian players's T20 Internationals records updated after the game against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup.

Save the planet, drive these eco-friendly vehicles!

Save the planet, drive these eco-friendly vehicles!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

New electric and hybrid vehicles on display as manufacturers plug into environment-friendly segment.

Will Pakistan beat Australia Tonight?

Will Pakistan beat Australia Tonight?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the Pakistan players's T20 Internationals records updated after the game against Scotland in the T20 World Cup.

Will England Make It To The Final?

Will England Make It To The Final?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the England players's T20 Internationals records updated to the game against South Africa at the T20 World Cup.

Need to see agriculture as modern business enterprise: Eco Survey

Need to see agriculture as modern business enterprise: Eco Survey

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Lauding the farm sector for demonstrating resilience during the pandemic, the Economic Survey on Friday suggested the government to see farm sector as a "modern business enterprise" for which "urgent reforms" are required to enable sustainable and consistent growth. India's agricultural sector has shown its resilience amid the adversities of COVID-19 induced lockdowns, the Survey noted. The agriculture and allied activities were the sole bright spot amid the slide in GDP performance of other sectors, clocking a growth rate of 3.4 per cent at constant prices during 2020-21, it added. According to the Survey, the farm sector has got "renewed thrust" due to various measures on credit, market reforms and food processing under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat announcements.

Can Namibia Pose A THREAT to India?

Can Namibia Pose A THREAT to India?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the Namibian players's T20 Internationals records updated after the game against New Zealand.

Will Kohli-Shastri Get Winning Farewell?

Will Kohli-Shastri Get Winning Farewell?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the Indian players's T20 Internationals records updated after the game against Scotland in the T20 World Cup.

Can the Scots STUN Pakistan?

Can the Scots STUN Pakistan?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the Scottish players's T20 Internationals records updated till their T20 World Cup game against India.

Will South Africa DEFEAT England?

Will South Africa DEFEAT England?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the South African players's T20 Internationals records updated after the game against Bangladesh.

Can Windies Leave On A High?

Can Windies Leave On A High?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the West Indian players's T20 Internationals records updated after their T20 World Cup game against Sri Lanka.

Can Sri Lanka Beat Windies?

Can Sri Lanka Beat Windies?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the Sri Lankan players's T20 Internationals records updated after the game against England.

Can Bangladesh Upset Australia?

Can Bangladesh Upset Australia?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the Bangladesh players's T20 Internationals records updated after their T20 World Cup game against South Africa.

Meet Pakistan's T20 World Cup squad

Meet Pakistan's T20 World Cup squad

Rediff.com22 Oct 2021

Rajneesh Gupta lists the Pakistan players at the T20I World Cup and their T20 Internationals records.

As govt subsidy stops, 7 electric two-wheeler firms suffered over Rs 9,000 cr loss

As govt subsidy stops, 7 electric two-wheeler firms suffered over Rs 9,000 cr loss

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

Seven electric two-wheeler companies have suffered a cumulative loss of over Rs 9,000 crore on account of unpaid dues and loss of market after their subsidies were stopped last year, the Society of Manufacturers of Electric Vehicles (SMEV) said on Wednesday. These companies have also been directed by the govt to refund the subsidies availed by them. The audit by SMEV's chartered accountants indicates the total, cumulative damages to affected companies could account for over Rs 9,000 crore on a conservative basis, it noted.

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.

Festivities, polls prompt govt to keep tabs on food price movement

Festivities, polls prompt govt to keep tabs on food price movement

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Amid the ongoing festival season and ahead of the elections for five state assemblies, the Centre is closely monitoring inflation, particularly in food items, to enable it to take steps to increase their supplies. "There is a complete no-nonsense attitude when it comes to food inflation, and instructions have been issued at all levels to be very sensitive to any possible price movements in any commodity," a senior official explained. Sources have said that all departments dealing with food items have been instructed to keep a close eye on all commodities and maintain a weekly record of their price movements.

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.

Green getaways: 8 best eco-friendly stays in India

Green getaways: 8 best eco-friendly stays in India

Rediff.com19 Feb 2016

Pack your bags and unwind.

US scientist who worked at Wuhan lab says Covid was manmade virus

US scientist who worked at Wuhan lab says Covid was manmade virus

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

In what appears to be an astonishing revelation, a US-based scientist who worked at a controversial research lab in China's Wuhan, has said that Covid-19 was a "man-made virus" that leaked from the facility.

What On Earth Is Adah Sharma Wearing?

What On Earth Is Adah Sharma Wearing?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

It's bizarre yet beautiful.

Why Are Jains Protesting?

Why Are Jains Protesting?

Rediff.com4 Jan 2023

Jains fear Sammed Shikharji will be defiled by the influx of tourists.

Lord Ganesha: Dil Ka Raja

Lord Ganesha: Dil Ka Raja

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

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

Rijiju slams Oppn for brining no-trust vote, Cong dares him to...

Rijiju slams Oppn for brining no-trust vote, Cong dares him to...

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday said the Congress and other opposition parties have brought the no-confidence motion against the Narendra Modi government in the Lok Sabha at a 'wrong time and in a wrong manner'.

Isn't Sanjana As Beautiful As Queen Damayanti?

Isn't Sanjana As Beautiful As Queen Damayanti?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

Anju Modi's invited the audience to witness a nostalgic romance through her collection, Damayanti.