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Stay away from Yaagam

Stay away from Yaagam

Rediff.com22 Mar 2010

This Telugu film is rather unexciting.

The Great Property Crash

The Great Property Crash

Rediff.com25 Jan 2019

'In many parts of the country, the empty nest-and-empty-nest egg story is a painful boom-to-bust saga.' 'Among the old and young, it is hitting pockets hard, in a linked chain of debt-laden banks, corrupt politicians and builder mafias and disastrous government policies,' says Sunil Sethi.

Waterless Mumbai: Why the government is to blame

Waterless Mumbai: Why the government is to blame

Rediff.com16 Dec 2009

The fact is that Indian cities could manage better with the available water if there were efficient management, and less waste. The problem of inadequate supply is compounded by waste because public taps are perennially leaky.

Indian-American named MacArthur Fellow

Indian-American named MacArthur Fellow

Rediff.com30 Sep 2015

An IIT Roorkee graduate, Chandran joins a distinguished group of 24.

Have bike-sharing firms hit a dead end in India?

Have bike-sharing firms hit a dead end in India?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2019

In India, many cities lack bicycle lanes and proper pavements. This, coupled with heavily congested roads, creates a danger to cyclists. Furthermore, the low costs of bicycles may make it more economical to buy than to rent.

Two dead in Orlando office shooting

Two dead in Orlando office shooting

Rediff.com7 Nov 2009

At least two persons were killed and many others injured on Friday when a gunman went on a shooting spree in a high rise building in Orlando city of Florida otherwise known for Disneyland, police official said.

US to take over 7 years to wipe off job deficit

US to take over 7 years to wipe off job deficit

Rediff.com6 Oct 2009

A long period of job growth would be needed just to eliminate a ballooning employment deficit stemming from a deep, lengthy recession.

Four-legged cure for recession blues

Four-legged cure for recession blues

Rediff.com2 Apr 2009

Mike H. Stewart breeds $12,000 dogs that can hunt and play.

Gully Boy Review: You'll cry for Ranveer

Gully Boy Review: You'll cry for Ranveer

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

Gully Boy is a glorious blend of hip-hop and assured filmmaking, promises Sukanya Verma.

No tsunami, but 7.8 magnitude quake rattles Japan

No tsunami, but 7.8 magnitude quake rattles Japan

Rediff.com30 May 2015

A strong earthquake measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale centered on a southern chain of Japanese islands shook buildings in the Tokyo area

Developers, buyers back in luxury home market

Developers, buyers back in luxury home market

Rediff.com18 Dec 2014

In Mumbai, developers like the R K Jatia and Lodha groups have launched or reopened ultra luxury residential projects, complete with limousine and concierge services.

26/11: NYPD goes for special training programme

26/11: NYPD goes for special training programme

Rediff.com17 Feb 2009

Wary of copycat attacks in New York after the Mumbai carnage, the largest police department of the United States, in New York has launched a counter-terrorism initiative, training officers in tactics for close quarters combat and rescuing hostages in hotels and other high-rise buildings.

Peelamedu: Building India's next 'Silicon Valley'

Peelamedu: Building India's next 'Silicon Valley'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

The Coimbatore suburb has been growing significantly due to strong economic policies, says Naveen Nandwani.

Meranti, world's strongest typhoon this year, slams into China

Meranti, world's strongest typhoon this year, slams into China

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

Typhoon Meranti, stated to be the world's strongest typhoon so far this year, made landfall in east China's Fujian Province early Thursday, causing widespread destruction.

Short and sweet: When the moon turned red

Short and sweet: When the moon turned red

Rediff.com4 Apr 2015

Did you blink? There was a total eclipse of the moon on Saturday -- and it was an unusually short one.

Burj Dubai becomes world's tallest structure

Burj Dubai becomes world's tallest structure

Rediff.com30 Dec 2008

A company statement claimed on Tuesday that the tower, which is on course to open in 2009, achieved the distinction of being the world's tallest structure surpassing the KVLY-TV mast (628.8 metres) in North Dakota, US. The high-rise is already taller than Taipei 101 in Taiwan, which at 508 metres has held the tallest building in the world title since it opened in 2004.

5.8 magnitude quake strikes U'khand, tremors felt in north India

5.8 magnitude quake strikes U'khand, tremors felt in north India

Rediff.com7 Feb 2017

There were no immediate reports of any loss of life or damage to property.

Delhi turns fortress for Independence Day

Delhi turns fortress for Independence Day

Rediff.com13 Aug 2015

A multi-layered security cover has been thrown over the national capital ahead of Independence Day with over 40,000 security personnel deployed across New Delhi to keep a hawk-eyed vigil against any possible terror strike.

Army begins takeover of controversial Adarsh building

Army begins takeover of controversial Adarsh building

Rediff.com30 Jul 2016

Acting on the Supreme Court's order, the Army has begun the process of taking over the possession of the scam-tainted Adarsh building at Colaba in South Mumbai.

Quake hits at Indo-Myanmar border, tremors felt in several parts of India

Quake hits at Indo-Myanmar border, tremors felt in several parts of India

Rediff.com13 Apr 2016

An earthquake measuring 6.8 on the Richter scale hit Myanmar, tremors of which shook the northeast, several parts of West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand and even Delhi and NCR on Wednesday.

Campa Cola residents handed eviction notice

Campa Cola residents handed eviction notice

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

Facing eviction notices by Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, residents of Campa Cola Housing Society, who are set to lose their flats in demolition, on Friday received no concrete assurance of help from Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan.

Does Donald know the difference between statecraft and showbiz?

Does Donald know the difference between statecraft and showbiz?

Rediff.com25 May 2018

'Mr Trump is too capricious to be trusted,' says Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

Unprecedented security ahead of Modi's Srinagar rally

Unprecedented security ahead of Modi's Srinagar rally

Rediff.com7 Nov 2015

In an email to PTI, the economist said he was informed of his name being dropped from the panel of speakers at the conference two days ago.

The actor who became a chowkidar

The actor who became a chowkidar

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

'My fate could have been much worse.'

3 days on, Kolkata market fire continues

3 days on, Kolkata market fire continues

Rediff.com14 Jan 2008

An explosion, probably caused by diesel stacked in the generator room on the 13th floor of Nandaram market, occurred on Sunday evening. The police commissioner said no more explosions were reported during the night. All roads in the area remained closed with over 50 fire tenders, including those of the Army and Air Force, trying to douse the fire.

Oberoi Realty ties up with Ritz-Carlton for Worli hotel

Oberoi Realty ties up with Ritz-Carlton for Worli hotel

Rediff.com8 May 2014

Both Oberoi Realty and Ritz-Carlton refused to share further details of the management contract stating confidentiality.

Hrithik, Amitabh, Salman: Modi's filmi crusaders

Hrithik, Amitabh, Salman: Modi's filmi crusaders

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

Bollywood has found its new mission...

Check out Hyundai's first rear-wheel drive car!

Check out Hyundai's first rear-wheel drive car!

Rediff.com31 May 2008

The new Hyundai halo car (for the international markets, if you consider the Equus as the Korean equivalent) is perhaps the most significant of Korean car launches. Especially when you look at the Genesis as a weapon for Hyundai's sustained - and increasingly successful - assault on the US market.

Kolkata market fire blazes on; Army called in

Kolkata market fire blazes on; Army called in

Rediff.com13 Jan 2008

The Army has been called in to assist operations to fight Kolkata's Burrabazar fire. Some army personnel have already entered the eighth floor of fire-ravaged Nandaram building to control the blaze in the 13-storeyed structure.

Who gives Rahul ideas?

Who gives Rahul ideas?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2019

Heard about the All India Professionals Congress?

In a first, police uses aerial roof markings near Red Fort

In a first, police uses aerial roof markings near Red Fort

Rediff.com15 Aug 2015

Delhi Police on Friday claimed to have taken its security measures a notch higher by adopting rooftop or aerial roof markings, for the first time this Independence Day.

'Congress, NCP sailing in a sinking boat'

'Congress, NCP sailing in a sinking boat'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

It was not very easy to leave the family which I built for 20 years but then I got a very warm welcome from the Thackeray family.

'Pharma cos face probs in distribution of drugs in J-K'

'Pharma cos face probs in distribution of drugs in J-K'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2014

Pharmaceutical companies, which are sending across medical aid for flood affected people in Jammu and Kashmir, claim to be facing difficulties in distribution of drugs.

JK protest: Doctors scale BSNL tower

JK protest: Doctors scale BSNL tower

Rediff.com2 Jul 2007

It's been two months since the doctors staged their first protest.

Mumbai power supply likely to be restored by 4 pm: Sources

Mumbai power supply likely to be restored by 4 pm: Sources

Rediff.com2 Sep 2014

All of south Mumbai and parts of central Mumbai are without power on Tuesday after a unit of Tata Power tripped.

Disaster in the making? Thousands evacuated as 27 UK towers fail fire safety test

Disaster in the making? Thousands evacuated as 27 UK towers fail fire safety test

Rediff.com24 Jun 2017

Residents of 650 flats in four tower blocks on an estate in the Swiss Cottage area of north London were evacuated on Friday night by the local Camden Council, following tests ordered in the wake of the Grenfell Tower blaze on June 14, which claimed at least 79 lives and displaced hundreds others.

Use the portal and vent your anger!

Use the portal and vent your anger!

Rediff.com27 Aug 2007

Technology gives the common consumer a platform and a voice to air his grievance. Here's how you can help yourself

Manhattan: Foul odour dissipates

Manhattan: Foul odour dissipates

Rediff.com9 Jan 2007

The Department of Homeland Security said there is no indication of terror.

22 dead, about 22 lakh affected in Bihar floods

22 dead, about 22 lakh affected in Bihar floods

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

Floods have forced people to eat rats to survive as there is nothing left to eat. M I Khan reports from Patna.

'You can get too blinded by Bollywood'

'You can get too blinded by Bollywood'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2018

'If you can do new things everyday, your mind will be challenged.'