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This couple is travelling the world on their BIKE

This couple is travelling the world on their BIKE

Rediff.com18 Jan 2016

Photographer duo Monica Moghe and Sharik Varma have already covered 3,300 kilometres. This is their story.

LPG users get Rs 91 cr direct subsidy since June 1

LPG users get Rs 91 cr direct subsidy since June 1

Rediff.com16 Jul 2013

Describing DBT for LPG as a 'tremendous success,' Oil Minister M Veerappa Moily said the programme, when implemented throughout the country, would help save Rs 8,000-9,000 crore (Rs 80-90 billion) of subsidy from going to unintended beneficiaries.

Tata Steel may sell stake in group cos to Tata Sons

Tata Steel may sell stake in group cos to Tata Sons

Rediff.com25 Jun 2013

Needs funds for Odisha plant expansion, to cut high debt.

Court extends ban, cloud on diesel cars

Court extends ban, cloud on diesel cars

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

The impact of the ban will not be limited to sales.

5 most popular bikes of 2016

5 most popular bikes of 2016

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

These five vehicles are the most popular two-wheelers launched till date in 2016. However, 2016 is still on and we are expecting lot more exciting vehicle launches around the festive season.

Govt on right track in raising excise on petrol, diesel

Govt on right track in raising excise on petrol, diesel

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

Petrol prices have been cut in small doses on 20 occasions.

Assocham charts steps to overcome El Nino

Assocham charts steps to overcome El Nino

Rediff.com7 Jun 2014

The government must expand the farm insurance cover and advice banks and financial institutions to settle crop insurance claims in the drought-hit areas without delay.

'I liked everyone, except Shilpa Shinde, in Bigg Boss 11'

'I liked everyone, except Shilpa Shinde, in Bigg Boss 11'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2017

Evicted contestant Jyoti Kumari gives you the inside gossip from the Bigg Boss 11 house.

No change in personal income tax rates in near term

No change in personal income tax rates in near term

Rediff.com3 Mar 2015

The peak rate of 30% applies on annual income of individuals above Rs 10 lakhs.

DeMo my foot! Cash still rules in India

DeMo my foot! Cash still rules in India

Rediff.com9 Oct 2017

Even the well heeled in metros find it difficult to go completely digital. Cash withdrawals from ATMs are back at the same level as they were before demonetisation

Inside look: Obama's White House in the sky

Inside look: Obama's White House in the sky

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

United States President Barack Obama will be arriving in India for his three-day visit on January 25. He will travel to India in his presidential plane, Air Force One. The presidential plane will be will be accorded the same protocol in Indian air space that is set aside for the president of India and the prime minister. Ahead of Obama's visit, here's what you need to know about the plane.

Indian Scout Sixty: What's so special?

Indian Scout Sixty: What's so special?

Rediff.com1 Nov 2016

The smallest of the Indian Motorcycle line-up comes packin' with a 1000cc V-twin, but how is it to ride? Benjamin Gracias took the Sixty out for a spin.

Questions linger over Pakistan's 'terror boat'

Questions linger over Pakistan's 'terror boat'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2015

Days after the Indian Coast Guard intercepted a 'terror boat' from Pakistan, there are still some doubts over the claims.

A group of school friends, a 2,000 km drive to the China border

A group of school friends, a 2,000 km drive to the China border

Rediff.com17 Feb 2018

Here's what happened next...

Should India charge Internet cos for market access?

Should India charge Internet cos for market access?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

'Considering that an Internet company's market value is largely determined by its direct access to consumers for digital services, and largely served outside a sovereign country's control, it would appear reasonable in trade terms to discuss fees for a seat at the proverbial 'table' of opportunities in the largest open consumer market,' argues Venki Nishtala.

Dwindling rupee dampens next week's rate cut hope

Dwindling rupee dampens next week's rate cut hope

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

The sharp fall in rupee since the beginning of May will make things difficult for the central bank which is on the path of easing the monetary policy to revive growth.

Households yet to reap benefits of RBI's fight against inflation

Households yet to reap benefits of RBI's fight against inflation

Rediff.com10 Aug 2015

RBI takes steps to control inflation but the masses are not convinced.

Why 2015 won't be good for emerging market economies

Why 2015 won't be good for emerging market economies

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

Hitting GDP growth of more than six per cent will require substantial foreign direct investment, especially if household savings largely continue to remain locked.

Are you neglecting your health?

Are you neglecting your health?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

Here are 10 easy tips for a healthy mind and body.

Will crude oil price crash to $10 a barrel?

Will crude oil price crash to $10 a barrel?

Rediff.com15 Feb 2016

Economics and politics both have major roles in determining oil prices.

Boeing plans to approach Tata-Singapore Airlines

Boeing plans to approach Tata-Singapore Airlines

Rediff.com1 Nov 2013

Eyeing potential business opportunity, Boeing Corporation is planning to approach the proposed Tata-Singapore Airlines.

India Inc's sales, profit growth weakest in 2 years

India Inc's sales, profit growth weakest in 2 years

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

This was even as the country's economy grew by 7.3%.

Fiscal deficit touches 74.6% of budget estimate

Fiscal deficit touches 74.6% of budget estimate

Rediff.com30 Sep 2013

Showing signs of financial strain, the government's fiscal deficit in the first five months of the ongoing financial year has already touched 74.6 per cent of the budget estimate.

Time for Uttarakhand to learn from Orissa

Time for Uttarakhand to learn from Orissa

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

Orissa learnt its lessons from previous cyclones, particularly the 1999 super cyclone, whereas Uttarakhand has failed to do so from any of the previous natural calamities that hit the state, says Dinesh C Sharma.

Govt may link food subsidy with Aadhaar

Govt may link food subsidy with Aadhaar

Rediff.com29 Jul 2014

In other welfare schemes, such as those for cooking gas, pension and scholarships, which are linked to DBT, cash is transferred directly into the bank accounts of beneficiaries.

Review: Planes: Fire and Rescue doesn't live up to expectations

Review: Planes: Fire and Rescue doesn't live up to expectations

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

It becomes quite clear early on in Planes 2 that it was made in order to keep the franchise alive, says Paloma Sharma.

A Bolt out of the blue!

A Bolt out of the blue!

Rediff.com24 Apr 2015

A long-time driver of SUVs from Tata Motors, Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com steps on the gas with the Bolt, the new turbocharged petrol hatchback and comes away impressed.

14 stunning cars to be launched in 2016

14 stunning cars to be launched in 2016

Rediff.com18 Jan 2016

Auto manufacturers are busy filling up their portfolio with cars catering to each and every possible segment

A lighter Agni-5 could be world's most cost-effective ICBM

A lighter Agni-5 could be world's most cost-effective ICBM

Rediff.com30 Dec 2016

Even without a sanctioned government project for the Agni-6, it seems inevitable that the Agni-5, over the next few years, will organically evolve into an ICBM with improved technologies and capabilities.

How to protect yourself from ransomware hackers

How to protect yourself from ransomware hackers

Rediff.com25 Jul 2017

With thousands of people receiving ransom messages from cybercriminals every day, Devangshu Dutta explains how you can defeat the hackers.

11 best ways to improve your productivity

11 best ways to improve your productivity

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

Turn off mobile/web alerts. Prioritise tasks. Do not multi-task.

Rainfall intensity decreases in Kerala; 6 lakh in relief camps

Rainfall intensity decreases in Kerala; 6 lakh in relief camps

Rediff.com19 Aug 2018

The maximum death toll has been reported from Idukki district, where 43 people have lost their lives so far, as per official estimates. 28 deaths were reported in Malappuram and 27 in Thrissur.

'India is blazing down a tunnel'

'India is blazing down a tunnel'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2017

'Anything that is anti-growth is demonised because growth is the biggest religion.' 'Growth is synonymous with progress. In fact, it is the opposite.' 'Exponential growth is cancer.'

Air India finalises $350-mn deal with Etihad

Air India finalises $350-mn deal with Etihad

Rediff.com16 Oct 2013

To sell five Boeing 777s, replacing these with cheaper aircraft

Deepak Parekh seeks pro-growth Budget, large PSU divestments

Deepak Parekh seeks pro-growth Budget, large PSU divestments

Rediff.com23 Feb 2015

Parekh said divestment can unlock huge funds.

In 2015, Indian highway projects may not hit potholes

In 2015, Indian highway projects may not hit potholes

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

The sector hit many roadblocks during 2014, as builders were seen shying away from the projects and investments dried up amid various regulatory, judicial and policy-related bottlenecks.

How India must deal with Pakistan's terror attacks

How India must deal with Pakistan's terror attacks

Rediff.com13 Jan 2016

'If India employed a strategy of a 'thousand cuts', Pakistan will wither away.'

2017 MV Agusta Brutale 800: You will love this Italian diva!

2017 MV Agusta Brutale 800: You will love this Italian diva!

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

The exotic Italian manufacturer steps into the middleweight naked space with the new generation Brutale 800. What's it like to ride? Abhay Verma finds out

Modi can't ignore why the youth are angry

Modi can't ignore why the youth are angry

Rediff.com25 Dec 2017

'So far the youth were Modi's strength.' 'It now seems under pressure, and for good reason: Crisis in education, jobs, slowdown in manufacturing, and thereby trading,' points out Shekhar Gupta.

This is how the recent rate cut affects your fixed deposits

This is how the recent rate cut affects your fixed deposits

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

You must remain invested in bank deposits, unless you are considering the idea of earning higher returns by moving to gilt or liquid funds, says Adhil Shetty, CEO, BankBazaar.com.