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How Modi can ensure that Bharat indeed become Swachh

How Modi can ensure that Bharat indeed become Swachh

Rediff.com9 Sep 2016

Swachh Bharat Mission could focus on using technological innovation to eradicate the problem of open defecation, says R Gopalakrishnan.

Get tech savvy in New York

Get tech savvy in New York

Rediff.com8 Feb 2005

Polytechnic University, New York, invites students to pursue technology-focused post graduate programmes in the Fall 2005 semester.

Smart homes are now within your budget

Smart homes are now within your budget

Rediff.com11 May 2018

Whether you have a two bedroom or a three bedroom house, you can convert it into a smart home starting at Rs 60,000 to Rs 70,000.

Metal prices surge on demand

Metal prices surge on demand

Rediff.com3 Apr 2010

Base metals have recorded a sharp rise in prices as global demand picks up. Rising alongside are the share prices of the leading metal companies in the country like Sterlite, National Aluminium Company and Hindustan Zinc.

Wanted: Aircraft Carrier To Confront China

Wanted: Aircraft Carrier To Confront China

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

In New Delhi's corridors of power, debate continues on whether the navy even needs a third aircraft carrier.

The Chennai water train is here!

The Chennai water train is here!

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

A Ganesh Nadar/Rediff.com tracks the train from Jolarpettai carrying its precious cargo.

12 odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world

12 odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world

Rediff.com10 Sep 2014

Here's your weekly digest of photographs that prove that it's a mad, mad, mad, mad world out there!

NDMA issues guidelines to safely open industries

NDMA issues guidelines to safely open industries

Rediff.com10 May 2020

In a communication to all states and union territories, the NDMA said due to several weeks of lockdown and the closure of industrial units, it is possible that some of the operators might not have followed the established standard operating procedures.

Is your bike monsoon ready?

Is your bike monsoon ready?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

Here are a few tips and things to look out for to ensure that your bike is ride ready before and during the monsoons.

Were The Chola Kings Hindus Or Not?

Were The Chola Kings Hindus Or Not?

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

The aftermath of Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan has led to an argument that there was no religion as Hinduism in Chola times.
Instead, there was only Saivism, Vaishnavism, etc, and that the Cholas were Saivites, and hence not Hindus, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

New Honda CR-V @ Rs 19 lakhs

New Honda CR-V @ Rs 19 lakhs

Rediff.com7 Nov 2007

The other features of the CR-V such as 2.4 litre i-VTEC engine, Real-Time 4 wheel-drive, 6-speed manual and 5-speed automatic transmission with Grade Logic Control and drive-by-wire Throttle System remain the same as before.

2021 could be the year of mid-and small-caps, say analysts

2021 could be the year of mid-and small-caps, say analysts

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

Analysts attribute the surge to a host of factors, particularly the interest shown by the retail investors in these two market segments.

A garment shop that rings a bell called Freedom 251

A garment shop that rings a bell called Freedom 251

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

The share capital of the company is Rs 1 crore (Rs 10 million).

'In India, nobody has told a story like this'

'In India, nobody has told a story like this'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

'The Second World War is the biggest event that happened in the recent history. Not many know that 25 lakh Indian soldiers fought in it. So there are 25 lakh stories.' Telugu director Krish Jagarlamudi talks about his film, Kanche.

DELICIOUS Mango Desserts!

DELICIOUS Mango Desserts!

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

Food blogger Taruna Bakshi has the perfect recipe for you; it has the same richness as a store-bought ice cream.

5 dead in Serum Institute fire; Covishield facility unaffected

5 dead in Serum Institute fire; Covishield facility unaffected

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

Covishield vaccine production won't be hit due to the fire, Serum Institute of India Chief Executive Officer Adar Poonawalla said. The Manjari facility is where the Covishield vaccine used in the nationwide inoculation drive against the pandemic is made.

5 Tech-Rich Cars in India

5 Tech-Rich Cars in India

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

What technologies do you fancy in your new car? Here are some popular cars in India with the most sought after technologies.

New York bombing suspect charged with supporting terrorism

New York bombing suspect charged with supporting terrorism

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

Akayed Ullah had no criminal record back home, a police official said, even as Dhaka vowed "zero tolerance" against terrorism.

'Oh, you are Kakodkar!', President Bush exclaimed

'Oh, you are Kakodkar!', President Bush exclaimed

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

Dr Kakodkar's strategic stubbornness ultimately got India what it wanted though the negotiations with the US went to the wire, notes Shivanand Kanavi.

PM's claim of electrifying Nagla Fatela may not be correct

PM's claim of electrifying Nagla Fatela may not be correct

Rediff.com17 Aug 2016

Did Prime Minister Narendra Modi have his facts wrong when he claimed during his address to the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort that Nagla Fatela, a tiny village in Uttar Pradesh, had finally been electrified, seven decades after independence?

After Amphan, Bengal is an area of darkness

After Amphan, Bengal is an area of darkness

Rediff.com22 May 2020

'For around five hours the storm, reportedly the strongest one ever recorded in the Bay of Bengal, that mother of many a deathly vortex, shook Kolkata like a toddler playing with a rattling toy,' observes Debashish Chatterjee.

Electricians, plumbers, house helps take steps back to work

Electricians, plumbers, house helps take steps back to work

Rediff.com4 May 2020

Declaring that the time had come to reopen Delhi, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said on Sunday evening, "Self-employed people like technicians, plumbers, electricians, mechanics, sanitation workers, domestic helps, and people involved with laundry and ironing are allowed to work."

Rains kill 8 in TN, Kerala; Cyclone Ochki heads to Lakshadweep

Rains kill 8 in TN, Kerala; Cyclone Ochki heads to Lakshadweep

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

Tamil Nadu government deployed state and national disaster response force teams in Kanyakumari district, which bore the brunt of the rain fury.

Prisoners at Tihar jail have a role in making Maruti Alto parts

Prisoners at Tihar jail have a role in making Maruti Alto parts

Rediff.com20 Oct 2014

She added 148 workers from Maruti Suzuki had been imprisoned for two years without bail, on charges of killing a plant manager.

Sunil Mittal's $2 bn gamble on space

Sunil Mittal's $2 bn gamble on space

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

Bharti Global is planning to put up more satellites and has set a stiff deadline to launch commercial Internet services by October in the UK, Alaska, northern Russia and northern Europe.

Why we must salute Kerala's fishermen!

Why we must salute Kerala's fishermen!

Rediff.com29 Aug 2018

'The entire rescue operation was very dangerous, and something we have not experienced before.' 'It was different from what we experience on the seas.'

Three Naxals held, arms recovered in Chhattisgarh

Three Naxals held, arms recovered in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com29 Jul 2014

Three Naxals were arrested on Tuesday and a cache of arms, ammunition and electronic gadgets seized after security forces busted a Maoist transit camp in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district, the police said.

Modi's Jayapur: Adarsh yes, but work's far from over

Modi's Jayapur: Adarsh yes, but work's far from over

Rediff.com12 Apr 2015

Jayapur, adopted by the prime minister, is reaping the benefits of his endorsement, causing resentment in villages nearby, says Manavi Kapur.

Havells will enter AC, washing machine space with Rs 1,600-cr Lloyd buyout

Havells will enter AC, washing machine space with Rs 1,600-cr Lloyd buyout

Rediff.com21 Feb 2017

Havells will acquire the entire consumer business infrastructure, people and distribution network. Plus all intellectual property of the Lloyd brand, logo, trademark and attendant rights.

49 dead in Northeast deluge so far, Assam worst hit

49 dead in Northeast deluge so far, Assam worst hit

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

Several places in Arunachal Pradesh, including capital Itanagar, were cut off by floods and landslides.

How 2 young engineers transformed a Bihar village

How 2 young engineers transformed a Bihar village

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

Every evening when the lights glow in the huts of Gangapur village, the villagers thank two young men - Ajay Kumar and Somil Daga.

Westinghouse likely to seal India reactor deal when Modi visits US

Westinghouse likely to seal India reactor deal when Modi visits US

Rediff.com15 Jan 2016

The contract would give a big boost to India's $150 billion nuclear power programme, and a broader push to curb greenhouse gas emissions.

Why Australians are staying away from Olympics Village

Why Australians are staying away from Olympics Village

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

The Australian Olympic team refused to move in to Rio de Janeiro's village for athletes on Sunday, saying the accommodation was "not safe or ready" for next month's games."

Smart meters soon for those living in Gurgaon, Kanpur, Lucknow

Smart meters soon for those living in Gurgaon, Kanpur, Lucknow

Rediff.com1 Aug 2018

While consumers will be paying a higher upfront cost for smart metering, the share in the efficiency gains could more than offset this higher spend

40 years ago and now: A fascinating journey for Havells

40 years ago and now: A fascinating journey for Havells

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

What has paid in the long run is the continuous investment in technology.

34 fire tenders battle AIIMS fire; samples, records gutted

34 fire tenders battle AIIMS fire; samples, records gutted

Rediff.com17 Aug 2019

The fire started at around 5 pm from the microbiology department and thick plumes of smoke billowed from the building, sparking panic among patients, attendants and staff, and affecting emergency services.

Security on high alert following Art 370 decision

Security on high alert following Art 370 decision

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

The government has also told the state governments that "special care" should be taken of Jammu and Kashmir residents and students residing in their state.

ASK AJIT: Are these stocks good to hold for one year?

ASK AJIT: Are these stocks good to hold for one year?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

TCS meets bump on digital highway

TCS meets bump on digital highway

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

The challenge before TCS is to be totally at home with the IPR regime of developed economies.