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NTR Jr Gets Hero's Welcome in Hyderabad

NTR Jr Gets Hero's Welcome in Hyderabad

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

A sea of fans welcomed him, as he and his wife Lakshmi made their way out of the airport.

Moody's ups India's growth projection for 2023 to 5.5% on higher capex

Moody's ups India's growth projection for 2023 to 5.5% on higher capex

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

Moody's Investors Service on Wednesday raised India's economic growth estimate for 2023 to 5.5 per cent from 4.8 per cent pegged earlier, on the back of a sharp increase in capital expenditure in the Budget and a resilient economic momentum. It however revised downwards India's growth estimate for 2022 to 6.8 per cent from 7 per cent pegged in November last year. In its February update to Global Macro Outlook 2023-24, Moody's raised the baseline 2023 real growth projections "meaningfully" for several G20 economies, including the US, Canada, the Euro area, India, Russia, Mexico, and Turkiye, accounting for a stronger end to 2022.

Australian Open prize purse up to near $60m

Australian Open prize purse up to near $60m

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

World No 8 Muchova withdraws from Aus Open with wrist injury

'Aishwarya took her Miss World image very seriously'

'Aishwarya took her Miss World image very seriously'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

'There was one sequence in Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya where her character exuberantly runs up to Bobby Deol, piggy-backs on him.' 'Aishwarya told me that she couldn't do the sequence because people would not expect such behaviour from a former Miss World.'

India made G20 more inclusive, African Union included: Modi

India made G20 more inclusive, African Union included: Modi

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

In his monthly Mann Ki Baat radio broadcast, Modi also said that India is fully prepared for the G20 leaders summit, and heads of 40 countries and many global organisations are coming to Delhi to participate in the event.

Global surveillane tech market to touch $146bn in 2025

Global surveillane tech market to touch $146bn in 2025

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

High-level intelligence collection will no longer be the preserve of government agencies alone, says Pranjal Sharma.

Cyclones are going to be a regular feature

Cyclones are going to be a regular feature

Rediff.com26 May 2021

'Each cyclone has its own identity and its own behaviour based on the environmental conditions in the ocean and in the atmosphere.'

How Nita Ambani created a champion team!

How Nita Ambani created a champion team!

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Mumbai Indians is now a truly global franchise with presence across two genders, three continents, four countries and five leagues.

Chappell brothers ask Adani to abandon Australian project

Chappell brothers ask Adani to abandon Australian project

Rediff.com16 Mar 2017

'We are writing to respectfully ask you to abandon the Adani Group's proposal in Queensland's Galilee Basin...Pollution from burning coal was the single biggest driver of global warming, threatening life in Australia, India and all over the world'

In a first, BSF installs beehives on India-Bangladesh fence to check crimes

In a first, BSF installs beehives on India-Bangladesh fence to check crimes

Rediff.com5 Nov 2023

The Ayush ministry has been roped in by the BSF for the project. The ministry has provided the border-guarding force with the beehives and required expertise to fix those on the alloy-made "smart fence".

India to ratify Paris climate change agreement on Oct 2: PM Modi

India to ratify Paris climate change agreement on Oct 2: PM Modi

Rediff.com26 Sep 2016

China and the US are responsible for around 40 per cent of the world's carbon emissions.

New airport, revamped railway station: Modi's gifts for Ayodhya ahead of Ram temple event

New airport, revamped railway station: Modi's gifts for Ayodhya ahead of Ram temple event

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

This visit by the prime minister comes weeks ahead of the 'pran pratishtha' or consecration ceremony of the Ram temple.

Oceans get warmer as climate change WORSENS

Oceans get warmer as climate change WORSENS

Rediff.com4 Apr 2012

It is believed that global warming is quite a recent phenomenon, but a new study has suggested that the world's oceans began warming more than 100 years ago, much earlier than previously believed.

Not a person, but an era was born on October 2: Modi in Brisbane

Not a person, but an era was born on October 2: Modi in Brisbane

Rediff.com16 Nov 2014

Exhorting the world to heed Mahatma Gandhi's advice to tackle terrorism and global warming, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said Mahatma's teachings of non-violence and love are as relevant in our times as it was during his lifetime.

Pannun 'Plot': 'Biden has received a wake up call'

Pannun 'Plot': 'Biden has received a wake up call'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

'US officials must grapple with the possibility that one of its closest partners attempted an extrajudicial killing on its soil.' 'This is not something that friends typically do to friends.'

Priyanka Or Kareena: Who Will You Watch?

Priyanka Or Kareena: Who Will You Watch?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

Kareena in a Kalimpong murder mystery, Priyanka in a Hollywood rom-com, a South Korean style western and lots, lots more on OTT this week.

Lessons from Cyclone Tauktae

Lessons from Cyclone Tauktae

Rediff.com26 May 2021

'Storms push a lot of water into land, then there is heavy rainfall due to the cyclone.' 'Along with this, we see the gradual rising of the sea level.' 'We see this during and after the latest Cyclone Tauktae.' 'This kind of overlapping events are increasing and we do not know much about how to tackle them.'

Full text: President's address to the nation on the eve of Republic Day 2023

Full text: President's address to the nation on the eve of Republic Day 2023

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

Here's the full text of address to the nation by President Droupadi Murmu on the eve of the Republic Day 2023.

Desi teen bags award for his revolutionary nanotech innovation

Desi teen bags award for his revolutionary nanotech innovation

Rediff.com3 Dec 2013

MIT freshman Saumil Bandyopadhyay's invention has the potential to reduce car crashes and may also help spy and detect hidden land mines and monitor global warming.

Biden all set for India visit after testing Covid negative twice

Biden all set for India visit after testing Covid negative twice

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

United States President Joe Biden is all set to visit India and is 'very excited' about the important initiatives he will be championing at the G20 Summit in New Delhi, according to senior White House officials.

Windies eyeing to make full use of only warm-up game

Windies eyeing to make full use of only warm-up game

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

Denied adequate preparation time in India, the West Indies would look to utilise all their resources when they take on Board President's XI

MUST READ: Why wars for water are unavoidable

MUST READ: Why wars for water are unavoidable

Rediff.com13 Jun 2012

Global deforestation, destruction of wetlands, dumping of pesticides and fertilizer into waterways, and global warming are all taking a terrible toll on the Earth's fragile water system, writes Dr Nitish Priyadarshi

Honda unveils City e:HEV sedan; launch next month

Honda unveils City e:HEV sedan; launch next month

Rediff.com15 Apr 2022

Japanese auto major Honda Cars on Thursday unveiled its new offering for the Indian market -- City e:HEV sedan, marking its foray into the mainstream strong hybrid electric vehicle segment in the country. The company, which is present in India through a wholly-owned subsidiary, has commenced the bookings of the model and plans to introduce it in the market next month. As per the company, the model, an extension of its City model range, would feature self-charging two-motor strong hybrid system connected to a 1.5 litre petrol engine, entailing a peak power of 126 PS and fuel efficiency of 26.5 km per litre.

Gisele Bundchen ditches top, talks about saving rivers

Gisele Bundchen ditches top, talks about saving rivers

Rediff.com5 Jul 2019

The supermodel wore just a mini skirt as she flaunted some serious skin on the cover of Elle.

Viacom18 bags BCCI media rights for whopping US $721m!

Viacom18 bags BCCI media rights for whopping US $721m!

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Media rights for the Indian cricket team is always a prized scalp and it was Viacom18 who bagged the deal on Thursday to broadcast India's home matches for the 2023-28 cycle.

These cars could save the world!

These cars could save the world!

Rediff.com7 May 2009

In a world increasingly plagued by both global warming and rising oil prices, electric-powered cars could be possible solution.

'A genuinely kind man who, despite his stardom, approaches life as an artist first'

'A genuinely kind man who, despite his stardom, approaches life as an artist first'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

'We bonded over the fact that we are both from Delhi and he spent a lot of his childhood in the same neighbourhood as me.'

Jill Biden's personal touch behind menu and dcor for state dinner

Jill Biden's personal touch behind menu and dcor for state dinner

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

First Lady Jill Biden said after years of strengthening ties, the US-India partnership is deep and expansive as the two countries jointly tackle global challenges.

Economies could shrink by mid-century due to scarce water: World Bank

Economies could shrink by mid-century due to scarce water: World Bank

Rediff.com4 May 2016

Global warming can cause extreme floods and droughts and can mean snowfall is replaced by rain, with higher evaporation rates.

Nature Like Never Before

Nature Like Never Before

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Extraordinary award-winning photographs from more than 20,000 images from all over the world.

PHOTOS: Green Day mania hits India

PHOTOS: Green Day mania hits India

Rediff.com5 Jun 2014

June 5 is celebrated all over as World Environment Day. On this occasion, Indians used different methods to raise awareness about the environment and the dangers of global warming.

Stage set for Round 2 of climate talks

Stage set for Round 2 of climate talks

Rediff.com26 Nov 2012

The event will take place between November 26 and December 7.

UN's latest climate change report has put India on high alert

UN's latest climate change report has put India on high alert

Rediff.com2 Apr 2014

India is among the most vulnerable countries. It could lose 1.7 per cent of its GDP even if the annual mean temperature rises by just a degree.

Can Australia halt India's unbeaten run to WC glory?

Can Australia halt India's unbeaten run to WC glory?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Resurgent Australia stand between unblemished India and World Cup glory

Public sector IPOs to warm up to anchor investors

Public sector IPOs to warm up to anchor investors

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Through anchor allotment, a firm can demonstrate the demand for shares by getting marquee investors on board.

Must-read! Bhumi's message on climate conservation

Must-read! Bhumi's message on climate conservation

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

'Each one of us have to save our planet, our environment,' she said in an Instagram post.

Religious heads should educate masses on climate change

Religious heads should educate masses on climate change

Rediff.com28 Feb 2014

It is difficult to predict whether religious organisations can mobilise enough global public pressure to minimise perils of global warming.

World's 10 greenest companies

World's 10 greenest companies

Rediff.com27 Feb 2012

Last year, Newsweek came up with a list of greenest companies of the world and for that, it compared the actual environmental footprint, management (policies, initiatives, controversies) and transparency of various companies.

Poll: Who's the HOTTEST cover girl? Vote Now!

Poll: Who's the HOTTEST cover girl? Vote Now!

Rediff.com9 May 2014

Here's a round-up of the glossies for May -- take our poll and let us know who you think makes for the most fashionable, sexy cover this month!

Electric vehicles steal the limelight of first day of Auto Expo 2023

Electric vehicles steal the limelight of first day of Auto Expo 2023

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

India's flagship motor show Auto Expo 2023 kicked off on Wednesday with the global unveiling of Suzuki Motor Corporation's concept electric SUV 'eVX' which is slated to hit the market by 2025. The company's Indian arm Maruti Suzuki India is among the major manufacturers participating in the show that has returned after three years. The Concept eVX is a mid-size electric SUV concept designed and developed by Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC), Japan. It will be powered by a 60 kWh battery pack offering up to 550 km of driving range on single charge.