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In PHOTOS: A scintillating garden of glass

In PHOTOS: A scintillating garden of glass

Rediff.com22 May 2012

A museum dedicated to renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly opened on Monday at the foot of Seattle's iconic Space Needle.

Good times ahead for United Breweries as heatwave, IPL set the tone

Good times ahead for United Breweries as heatwave, IPL set the tone

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

A cocktail of heatwave and upcoming cricketing events is expected to usher in the peak season for the country's largest beer maker, United Breweries. The beer maker, which has gained share in some key markets, will be a major beneficiary as April to July is an important period contributing to 40-45 per cent of its annual beer volumes. Going ahead, the T20 Cricket World Cup in June and the ongoing IPL will have a positive impact on volumes and should be able to offset the negative impact of elections on sales, experts believe.

Google Glass poses threat to user privacy

Google Glass poses threat to user privacy

Rediff.com2 May 2013

Hackers may be able to exploit Google Glass' 'root capability', which is enabled by attaching it to a desktop computer and running some commands, allowing them to access the user's information, the Guardian reports.

A Small Line Of People Crossed Into India

A Small Line Of People Crossed Into India

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

When I asked Krishna Gopal Sengupta, who had travelled through Bangladesh from Chittagong to Petrapole if the interim government had made any impact at ground level, he said, "it's been only a couple of days. They will need some time." Shyam G Menon reports from Petrapole, India's entry point with Bangladesh.

Rahul displaying Chinese Constitution at rallies: Himanta

Rahul displaying Chinese Constitution at rallies: Himanta

Rediff.com18 May 2024

Several social media users said that the red-bound Constitution is a coat pocket edition, which has been presented to top Indian leaders, including the President and the Union Home minister.

Near term demand triggers lacking for liquor major United Spirits

Near term demand triggers lacking for liquor major United Spirits

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

The stock of United Spirits, the country's largest liquor company by market capitalisation (mcap), has gained 11 per cent over the past week on double-digit growth guidance, rising premiumisation trend, operationally in-line performance in the March (Q4FY24) quarter and a rally in consumer stocks. The revenue growth of the company came in at 7 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) mirroring the growth of the prestige and above (P&A) segment. This segment comprising premium brands accounts for 88 per cent of the revenues.

10 Tips To Take Care Of Your Skin This Monsoon

10 Tips To Take Care Of Your Skin This Monsoon

Rediff.com4 Jul 2024

Dr Ipshita Johri explains how you can keep your skin healthy in the rainy season.

18 killed, 19 injured as bus hits milk tanker in UP's Unnao

18 killed, 19 injured as bus hits milk tanker in UP's Unnao

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

Eighteen people were killed and 19 injured when a double-decker sleeper bus headed for Delhi hit a milk tanker on the Agra-Lucknow Expressway in Unnao on Wednesday, officials said.

Sizzlingly Hot Alisha

Sizzlingly Hot Alisha

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

Alisha Chopra doesn't need sparkly dresses and glass slippers to shine; the actor has the ada and attitude needed to be a stunner on and off-screen.

Recipe: Zelda's Raspberry Strawberry Rum Trifle

Recipe: Zelda's Raspberry Strawberry Rum Trifle

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Strawberries, rum, whipped cream and more -- what better way to welcome Valentine's Day?

Storm with 100 mph winds wreaks havoc in Houston, 4 killed

Storm with 100 mph winds wreaks havoc in Houston, 4 killed

Rediff.com17 May 2024

A severe storm in Houston, the fourth-largest city in the US, has killed at least four people and left over 800,000 homes and businesses without power.

'We don't want Aadhar, Aadhar Hatao'

'We don't want Aadhar, Aadhar Hatao'

Rediff.com28 May 2024

'The aged with retina and finger print issues are not getting access to pension and ration.' 'If all becomes digital -- what'll happen to the poor?'

NASA spacecraft detects impact glass on surface of Mars

NASA spacecraft detects impact glass on surface of Mars

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

A NASA spacecraft has detected deposits of glass on Mars.

Efforts to weaken India's progress must be stopped: Justice Datta on EVM row

Efforts to weaken India's progress must be stopped: Justice Datta on EVM row

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

Writing his views in a separate verdict while concurring with the opinion of Justice Sanjiv Khanna, who was heading the bench, Justice Datta said the question of reverting to "paper ballot system", on facts and in the circumstances, does not and cannot arise.

Met Gala: Isha, Alia, Mona, Mindy Make India Shine

Met Gala: Isha, Alia, Mona, Mindy Make India Shine

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Take a look at what the desi celebs wore to the fashion extravaganza.

Bengaluru cafe blast probe handed over to NIA: Sources

Bengaluru cafe blast probe handed over to NIA: Sources

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

At least nine people were injured when a blast took place at Rameshwaram Cafe in Brookfield in East Bengaluru on March 1.

Sights And Dazzle Of Japan

Sights And Dazzle Of Japan

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

Tokyo -- the songs Japan, Love In Tokyo and Sayonara from the 1966 Hindi film automatically pop up in the mind -- is buzzing and crowded like any other metropolis, discovers Deepa Gahlot. The modern apartment blocks are built cheek by jowl, so close together that one can open the window and borrow sugar from the neighbour in the next building. One of the fears of the Indian traveller is the unavailability of vegetarian food. Every city and town in Japan has an array of Indian restaurants that serve every variety of cuisine, right from Gujarati to Punjabi to Andhra and Kerala meals.

See These Stunning Frames Before You Watch Heeramandi

See These Stunning Frames Before You Watch Heeramandi

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

As Heeramandi, set in 1920s Lahore, drops on Netflix on May 1, Sukanya Verma marvels at Bhansali's magnificent slices of history in 25 resplendent frames.

Global warming and glass buildings

Global warming and glass buildings

Rediff.com12 Jun 2007

energy conservationists caution against growing number of buildings with glass facades dotting the landscapes of cities as being responsible for energy consumption much in excess that a normal structure would do.

Google to unveil glasses with comp displays

Google to unveil glasses with comp displays

Rediff.com8 Feb 2012

Speculation is rife that hi-tech 'heads up display' glasses are being developed at Google's secret 'Google X' lab for months.

Business rivalry behind Bengaluru cafe blast? What HM said

Business rivalry behind Bengaluru cafe blast? What HM said

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

The explosion took place at Rameshwaram Cafe in Brookefield in East Bengaluru on Friday. A man wearing a cap, mask and glasses is the prime suspect in the case and is still untraceable,

3 Easy Millet Sweet Recipes For Diwali

3 Easy Millet Sweet Recipes For Diwali

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Enjoy a healthy, guilt-free Diwali as you embrace 2023's superfood.

Glass: Hike in excise duty to impact replacement margins

Glass: Hike in excise duty to impact replacement margins

Rediff.com19 Mar 2012

The increase in excise duty will have minimal impact on supplies to other user industries, as it is cenvatable. Where the industry supplies to the replacement sector without providing the break up of the product and the excise duty, impact will be felt. So, the players have to hike prices in respect of the supplies to replacement market.

Don't bring down system like this, says SC in hearing on EVMs

Don't bring down system like this, says SC in hearing on EVMs

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

The Supreme Court on Tuesday deprecated criticism of electronic voting machines (EVMs) and calls for reverting to ballot papers, saying the electoral process in India is a "humongous task" and attempts should not be made to "bring down the system".

Man-made disaster: Gujarat HC on Rajkot game zone fire

Man-made disaster: Gujarat HC on Rajkot game zone fire

Rediff.com26 May 2024

Such gaming zones and recreational facilities have come up without the necessary approvals from competent authorities, the bench of Justices Biren Vaishnav and Devan Desai observed.

Sanjana Aap Bahut Sundar Ho

Sanjana Aap Bahut Sundar Ho

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Her fashion choices is one that's hard to ignore.

Is it the end of the road for Google Glass?

Is it the end of the road for Google Glass?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2014

Many app makers have stopped work on their projects or abandoned them, mostly because of the lack of customers or limitations of the device.

Life lessons from a glass of water!

Life lessons from a glass of water!

Rediff.com10 Jun 2011

Not worrying too much about the problem is the first step to solve it says Prakash Iyer

Recipe: Baked Apple With Salted Caramel Syrup

Recipe: Baked Apple With Salted Caramel Syrup

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Apples when stuffed, baked, and gussied up with a rum salted caramel syrup and ice cream, taste sublime.

Google Glass gets competition from China's Baidu

Google Glass gets competition from China's Baidu

Rediff.com4 Apr 2013

China's largest search engine is developing prototype digital eyewear similar to Google Glass.

Like Alia's Look At The MET Gala? VOTE!

Like Alia's Look At The MET Gala? VOTE!

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Alia Bhatt's look at the MET Gala 2024 is winning hearts.

'Can't control polls': SC to EVM critics as it reserves order

'Can't control polls': SC to EVM critics as it reserves order

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

The Supreme Court said on Wednesday it cannot 'control the elections' or issue directions simply because doubts have been raised about the efficacy of Electronic Voting Machines (EVM), as it reserved its judgment on a clutch of petitions claiming the polling devices can be tinkered with to manipulate the results.

Sergey Brin spotted testing new Google glasses

Sergey Brin spotted testing new Google glasses

Rediff.com22 Jan 2013

Straphanger Noah Zerkin spotted Brin riding a downtown train on Sunday evening, holding a plastic bag and sporting a winter hat.

Court directs police to enquire influencer's molestation allegation against Prithvi Shaw

Court directs police to enquire influencer's molestation allegation against Prithvi Shaw

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

A court in Mumbai on Wednesday directed police to conduct an enquiry into social media influencer Sapna Gill's complaint of molestation against cricketer Prithvi Shaw in 2023.

Dombivli chemical factory blast toll rises to 8; more than 60 injured

Dombivli chemical factory blast toll rises to 8; more than 60 injured

Rediff.com23 May 2024

A major fire broke out inside the industrial area of Dombivli in Thane after a boiler exploded at the plant of a chemical company.

Recipe: Taruna's Benarasi Hajmola Chai

Recipe: Taruna's Benarasi Hajmola Chai

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

This hot beverage is a great substitute for tea.

'Balak buddhi, 99 out of 543': Modi mounts stinging retort on Rahul

'Balak buddhi, 99 out of 543': Modi mounts stinging retort on Rahul

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the people have given his government a mandate for stability and continuity for the third consecutive term after seeing its work of 10 years and accused the Congress of trying to build a narrative that it has defeated the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance in the Lok Sabha polls.

How Ray-Ban maker will make Google Glass fashionable

How Ray-Ban maker will make Google Glass fashionable

Rediff.com26 Mar 2014

Google has teamed up with Ray-Ban maker Luxottica in a bid to turn its Internet-connected Glass spectacles into a widely-available, stylish consumer product.

Why Are Airport Roofs Collapsing?

Why Are Airport Roofs Collapsing?

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Are faulty design, hurried construction and private ownership to be blamed for the incidents of airport roofs crashing?

26.5 lakh vials of indelible ink will be used for Lok Sabha polls

26.5 lakh vials of indelible ink will be used for Lok Sabha polls

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

Indelible ink mark is normally expected to last for three days when applied on the skin but lasts for a few weeks on the fingernail till the nail grows out.