News for 'holiday-season'

West sweats as Kashmiri gears up for deadly strike

West sweats as Kashmiri gears up for deadly strike

Rediff.com24 Dec 2010

Ilyas Kashmiri, who took over as the chief military strategist for the Al Qaeda, has been classified as the most dangerous man alive today.

Five reasons you should shop online

Five reasons you should shop online

Rediff.com21 Dec 2010

With most brands having their presence online, it makes immense sense to ditch your local mall and head to your PC instead

Unfazed by downturn, Indians on backpacking mode

Unfazed by downturn, Indians on backpacking mode

Rediff.com18 Dec 2009

Leading travel agencies say they are already seeing a large number of families inquiring about their holiday trips, both domestic and overseas, around the last week of this year and first week of 2010.

Monday's crash: 'Investors wanted to book profits'

Monday's crash: 'Investors wanted to book profits'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

'The news about the new virus strain in the UK provided them with an opportunity to take money off the table.'

Top 5: Games that will rock your world this season

Top 5: Games that will rock your world this season

Rediff.com10 Nov 2010

Even though the year's coming to an end, the best is yet to come.

Can Megamind trump Paranormal Activity 2, Saw 3D?

Can Megamind trump Paranormal Activity 2, Saw 3D?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2010

With an interesting twist on the concept of super heroes, and using strong high-tech, Megamind is expected not to lure millions of comic book fans but also those who love a adventure with interesting twists and a few moral lessons.

Will your gifts be taxed this festive season?

Will your gifts be taxed this festive season?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2010

With the holiday season quickly approaching InvestmentYogi takes a minute to look at the 'cost' of receiving and giving gifts and the effect it could have on your tax returns.

India: Hiring activity drops 6% in Dec

India: Hiring activity drops 6% in Dec

Rediff.com20 Jan 2010

The naukri.com's monthly job index -- JobSpeak -- fell to 713 points in December 2009, from 760 in November.

Summer pics: An evening at Juhu beach

Summer pics: An evening at Juhu beach

Rediff.com21 Apr 2017

See how people are beating the heat in Mumbai.

It's raining Malayalam films this Christmas

It's raining Malayalam films this Christmas

Rediff.com15 Dec 2009

Some high profile films are ready to hit the theatres this season.

Chinese Year of the Pig: What does it mean?

Chinese Year of the Pig: What does it mean?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

Everything you need to know about the Chinese New Year and its traditions.

Air Arabia offers holiday fares to Egypt, Greece

Air Arabia offers holiday fares to Egypt, Greece

Rediff.com13 Apr 2009

No-frill Gulf carrier Air Arabia on Monday special holiday fares from India to Egypt, Greece, Turkey and Jordan for the up coming holiday season to attract woo domestic travellers.

Politicians' long awaited New Year 'break'

Politicians' long awaited New Year 'break'

Rediff.com31 Dec 2009

Its that time of the year again when the holiday season hits one and all. But more than others, it is the political class that needs 'a break'; having worked hard to first create problems -- and then to resolve them.

US stimulus plan showing its impact: Summers

US stimulus plan showing its impact: Summers

Rediff.com14 Mar 2009

Delivering his major economic policy speech at the prestigious Brookings Institute, Summers, however, candidly acknowledged that it is 'surely' too early to gauge the broader economic impact of the President's programme.

British Airways to start India-Las Vegas flights

British Airways to start India-Las Vegas flights

Rediff.com29 Jun 2009

The launch is timed around the festive and holiday season in India and Indian travelers will have convenient flight options from five cities in India to Las Vegas, a press release said. Indian travellers will not only have convenient flight options from five cities but also 45 flights per week to Las Vegas.

Long-term sentiment for airlines poor: AI chief

Long-term sentiment for airlines poor: AI chief

Rediff.com12 Jun 2009

Even though air passenger traffic picked up last month, the overall long-term sentiment for airlines is poor, Air India chief Arvind Jadhav said on Friday.

Gold: What you must know this Diwali

Gold: What you must know this Diwali

Rediff.com14 Oct 2009

If you are in the market to buy some gold this holiday season, it is important that you spend the next 2 minutes reading this simple guide.

Macy's to shut 11 stores in US

Macy's to shut 11 stores in US

Rediff.com9 Jan 2009

The store has also lowered its forecast for the fourth quarter and full year due to heavy markdowns, a report in the Chicago Sun Times said on Friday. Shutters would be brought down on stores in 9 locations, including Los Angeles, Colorado, Hawaii, Indianapolis, St Louis, among others. The company said the closures would cost about $65 million.

How to avoid weight gain while on vacation

How to avoid weight gain while on vacation

Rediff.com6 May 2015

It is possible to enjoy holiday goodies without putting on a single pound. Here's how...

Rupee firm for 6th day vs USD at 66.33, up 2 paise

Rupee firm for 6th day vs USD at 66.33, up 2 paise

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

The local currency had gained five paise to close at 66.35 in Monday's trade.

'Boeing crisis won't impact Indian aviation'

'Boeing crisis won't impact Indian aviation'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

'Indian aviation is having a lesser number of aircraft.' 'Besides the Boeing 737 MAX, you have the A320Neos which Indigo is currently grappling with because of a lack of pilots.' 'This has led to cancellation (of flights) and therefore the prices of air tickets are on the higher side this season although generally in March ticket prices are on the lower side.'

Best places to make your New Year resolutions

Best places to make your New Year resolutions

Rediff.com2 Jan 2009

Want to make your New Year's resolution stick? Take it on a vacation.

Party your way to a new job

Party your way to a new job

Rediff.com2 Jan 2009

Don't give up job hunt during the holiday season, for this can be the best time for developing contacts and landing a job, say experts.

Lawson in two minds about returning to Pakistan

Lawson in two minds about returning to Pakistan

Rediff.com28 Dec 2007

Pakistan's Australian coach said he is awaiting feedback on the situation there before deciding on returning to Lahore after his Christmas holiday.

Why loneliness is bad for your heart

Why loneliness is bad for your heart

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

Loneliness increases early death risk in heart patients, says study.

'I'd like to be like my characters'

'I'd like to be like my characters'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2007

Director Imtiaz Ali talks about his romantic comedies, Jab We Met and Socha Na Tha.

Present tension

Present tension

Rediff.com11 Dec 2007

Thanks to India's increasingly open economy, no one there seems to want much from the West any more.

Treats for those on the move

Treats for those on the move

Rediff.com7 Dec 2007

Gadget Guru this week focuses on mobile personal technology.

Air India's prospects of finding a buyer look bleak

Air India's prospects of finding a buyer look bleak

Rediff.com17 Jan 2020

'With a less than comely bride and no dowry to speak of, the prospects of landing a good match look bleak, a grim, sinister and no-nonsense prospective father-in-law notwithstanding,' says Anjuli Bhargava.

The myths of China and toys

The myths of China and toys

Rediff.com13 Nov 2007

One world standard for safe toys should be our goal.

Check out these exotic holiday destinations

Check out these exotic holiday destinations

Rediff.com12 May 2007

Canadian Rockies, Botswana, Tutukaka and Turkey... These could be your holiday options this year.

Healthy Diwali recipes

Healthy Diwali recipes

Rediff.com20 Oct 2006

World Cup Final: Star Sports, travel firms in top gear

World Cup Final: Star Sports, travel firms in top gear

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

July 14 features three big-ticket sporting events -- the World Cup final, the Wimbledon men's final and the British Grand Prix.

AI Express fares go up

AI Express fares go up

Rediff.com25 Jun 2007

Passengers flying by Air India Express from Qatar to India will have to shell out more with ticket price of the no-frills carrier shooting up by nearly 40 per cent due to holiday season.

Jio effect: Airtel offers free incoming on international roaming

Jio effect: Airtel offers free incoming on international roaming

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

Airtel on Wednesday said its customers can enjoy free unlimited incoming calls on international roaming while travelling to popular destinations like the US, Canada, the UK and Singapore.

Why travel insurance is a MUST

Why travel insurance is a MUST

Rediff.com21 Mar 2007

Mediclaim is the perfect way to enjoy your vacation without any financial stress.

PIX: Sanjay Dutt, Maanayata holiday in France

PIX: Sanjay Dutt, Maanayata holiday in France

Rediff.com28 Jun 2017

The Dutts love holidays and pictures!

Make millions, from your living room!

Make millions, from your living room!

Rediff.com4 Jan 2007

Thanks to new technology and opportunities make it easier than ever to start a lucrative business at home. Here's how.

The fun has gone out of flying

The fun has gone out of flying

Rediff.com4 Jan 2007

Overcrowded airports, inefficient staff and loutish passengers make for a harrowing experience.

Ellen gets outsourced

Ellen gets outsourced

Rediff.com23 Dec 2006

How is it that Western society is willing to pay the short-term price for technological progress and we, in India, find it so tough?