News for 'renaissance'

Images: Sultry sirens in luxuriant ethnicwear

Images: Sultry sirens in luxuriant ethnicwear

Rediff.com19 Sep 2010

"For the bold and beautiful contemporary Indian bride." That was Vijay Balhara's offering at the LFW.

Who briefed Gandhis on Hindu terror, asks Swamy

Who briefed Gandhis on Hindu terror, asks Swamy

Rediff.com21 Dec 2010

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief, Mohan Bhargwat launched Dr Swamy's book, Hindutva and National Renaissance, in the capital on Monday. The launch comes in the backdrop of Congress's allegations that the RSS has links to Hindu terror network.

Sena-NCP-Cong submit support of 160 MLAs to governor's aide

Sena-NCP-Cong submit support of 160 MLAs to governor's aide

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

'The intention is to let the governor know that we have the majority and the letters of support is the proof.'

Happy and happening: Seenagers rock!

Happy and happening: Seenagers rock!

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

They have everything they wanted as a teenager - only they seem to have got it all 50 years later, says ad guru Sandeep Goyal.

Video: Whip up these amazing cocktails

Video: Whip up these amazing cocktails

Rediff.com18 Nov 2009

Last month, India's AlcoBev industry pulled off a successful two-day showcase exhibition at the Hotel Renaissance in Powai. We got experts to show readers how they can create some mind-boggling cocktail concoctions, so watch and learn.

Will ISL inspire youth to take up football as career?

Will ISL inspire youth to take up football as career?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2017

The ISL 2017 witnessed a spike of over 103 per cent in domestic players' salary as compared to the inaugural year, as the 10 clubs together spent Rs 48.85 crore on Sunday to secure signatures of 156 players in the player draft in Mumbai.

Shammi Kapoor: I never learnt how to dance

Shammi Kapoor: I never learnt how to dance

Rediff.com19 Oct 2010

The actor, who has entertained audiences over five decades, looks back at his time in front of the camera.

NPC threatens to shut two Tarapur units

NPC threatens to shut two Tarapur units

Rediff.com4 Oct 2010

Amidst the hype over a nuclear renaissance in India, state-run Nuclear Power Corporationhas threatened to close down two units of the Tarapur Atomic Power Station on the grounds of safety and security.

Unusual monsoon pics: Frolicking in wet fields!

Unusual monsoon pics: Frolicking in wet fields!

Rediff.com13 Aug 2010

We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!

'We are chasing good stories and storytellers'

'We are chasing good stories and storytellers'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2020

'When you are crafting a story, it's always important to see how authentic that story is because if it is authentic and rooted, it will stand the test of time.'

EPL: Lampard regrets rant against Jurgen Klopp

EPL: Lampard regrets rant against Jurgen Klopp

Rediff.com25 Jul 2020

Chelsea is currently at the fourth place in the Premier League standings with 63 points from 37 matches.

IPL 2020: The TOP 10 bowlers

IPL 2020: The TOP 10 bowlers

Rediff.com14 Nov 2020

The bowlers who shone at this year's IPL.

Practice king Federer ready for competitive return

Practice king Federer ready for competitive return

Rediff.com13 Jun 2017

Sticking to a limited schedule has helped Roger Federer enjoy a renaissance late in his career but the Swiss says rest time is now over and he is looking forward to returning to action at the Mercedes Cup in Stuttgart.

America's largest private companies

America's largest private companies

Rediff.com7 Nov 2008

Large companies that put public offerings on hold include AMC Entertainment, Safety-Keen and NewPage Holding. On the other side, Alliance Data Systems and PennNational Gaming canceled plans to go private.

Will BECA scare the Chinese?

Will BECA scare the Chinese?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

'Analysts see BECA as a 'force multiplier' for India.' 'But China too is known to have such capabilities.' 'The military gap with China will continue to remain a fact of life, BECA notwithstanding,' argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar

Modi, the mendicant-prince

Modi, the mendicant-prince

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

'Coronavirus has occasioned us to see how copious Modi's mojo bag is,' says Shreekant Sambrani.

Now gold loans from Gitanjali Gems

Now gold loans from Gitanjali Gems

Rediff.com11 Mar 2008

Gitanjali Gems is foraying into the business of providing gold loans and safe deposits vaults. The company has also acquired Trinity Watch Co and Renaissance Retail Ventures for undisclosed sums. It has also formed a subsidiary, Mohar Jewels. It will soon launch the fashion retail format through its retail subsidiary Gitanjali Lifestyle. The company has tied-up with three fashion designers to introduce fashion apparels and private labels and will also open exclusive stores.

'BJP won't be able to suppress democracy'

'BJP won't be able to suppress democracy'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

'After the Parliament election results many people are confused and that is why this crisis has erupted

Hotels' New Year's Eve revenue to fall 50 per cent

Hotels' New Year's Eve revenue to fall 50 per cent

Rediff.com8 Dec 2008

This is one New Year when most citizens will not be comfortable partying following the terrorist attacks that left hundreds dead.

Read this before you watch Elizabeth

Read this before you watch Elizabeth

Rediff.com21 Nov 2007

A look at Elizabeth -- both the lady and queen -- and the world in which she operates.

Hockey needs India to thrive: Charlesworth

Hockey needs India to thrive: Charlesworth

Rediff.com23 Oct 2007

Newly-appointed Technical Adviser of Indian hockey Ric Charlesworth believes the country is a minefield of talented players, who can be groomed to become world beaters again.

Federer ready to roll at Flushing Meadows

Federer ready to roll at Flushing Meadows

Rediff.com29 Aug 2017

The Swiss snapped a five-year barren run at the slams by bagging the Australian Open and Wimbledon titles this year and, in the absence of Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray and Stan Wawrinka, is the favourite at Flushing Meadows with an equally resurgent Rafael Nadal.

Marriott overtakes Taj, becomes India's largest hotel chain

Marriott overtakes Taj, becomes India's largest hotel chain

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

Marriott now has 30 brands globally with over 5,700 properties in over 110 countries

Sabarimala temple opens, 10 women sent back by police

Sabarimala temple opens, 10 women sent back by police

Rediff.com16 Nov 2019

The Kerala government has made it clear that it would not provide security to any woman of menstruating age visiting the shrine, as per Devaswom Board Minister K Surendran.

Sorry Modi ji: Mamata not to attend PM's swearing-in

Sorry Modi ji: Mamata not to attend PM's swearing-in

Rediff.com29 May 2019

Banerjee had on Tuesday confirmed her presence at the ceremony to be held on May 30.

A revelation in Florence

A revelation in Florence

Rediff.com26 Oct 2007

Florence can overwhelm a visitor. Very few cities in Europe or even the world match it for its atmosphere.

'#MeToo is like a wave'

'#MeToo is like a wave'

Rediff.com7 May 2021

'The first one has done what it needs to do.' 'I'm sure there's going to be a stronger wave.' 'Anybody who thinks #MeToo has gone and they are off the hook are fooling themselves'

M&M rides into 2-wheeler market

M&M rides into 2-wheeler market

Rediff.com30 Jul 2008

Kinetic Motor's assets bought for Rs 110 crore.

Let's miss the nuclear bus, Left to govt

Let's miss the nuclear bus, Left to govt

Rediff.com10 Sep 2007

The supporting parties bluntly rejected Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's suggestion that India should not miss the bus of nuclear renaissance as they insisted that "the destination of the bus will be the stranglehold of the United States."

Samiksha @ NITIE-Mumbai

Samiksha @ NITIE-Mumbai

Rediff.com20 Jul 2006

NITIE, Mumbai, invites students and working professionals for Samiksha, a panel discussion event on Insurance Sector: Opportunities and Challenges.

A monster Einstein to power your 'search'!

A monster Einstein to power your 'search'!

Rediff.com15 May 2007

A monster Einstein could soon be powering the way you gather information.

India leads in N-plants

India leads in N-plants

Rediff.com20 Apr 2007

Nuclear power is seeing a renaissance. Power-starved India, which has the largest number of reactors under construction, is at the forefront of this revival of interest in nuclear power.

Subramanian Swamy: China, India must cease hostilities

Subramanian Swamy: China, India must cease hostilities

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

The onus today is on China, but it also requires a little diplomatic finesse from India, backed by a modernised armed force, argues BJP MP Subramanian Swamy in this excerpt from his new book, Himalayan Challenge: India, China And The Quest For Peace.

Shivakumar fights alone to save Cong-JD-S govt

Shivakumar fights alone to save Cong-JD-S govt

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

He flew down to Mumbai as a Congress troubleshooter with a mission to save the wobbly coalition government in Karnataka, but minister D K Shivakumar hardly found any support from the Maharashtra unit of his party in his task and was sent packing to his home state.

New software introduces bandwidth on demand

New software introduces bandwidth on demand

Rediff.com6 Jun 2007

Bangalore-based firm Sobha Renaissance Information Technology is set to unveil a software that will enable internet users to pay only for the bandwidth they use.

Reader's take on Saawariya

Reader's take on Saawariya

Rediff.com16 Nov 2007

Sandil tells us what he thinks of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Saawariya.

Centre says no nod given to rename West Bengal; Mamata writes to PM

Centre says no nod given to rename West Bengal; Mamata writes to PM

Rediff.com3 Jul 2019

Changing a state's name requires constitutional amendment and it is done after taking into consideration all relevant factors, he said.

NITIE panel discussion on VAT

NITIE panel discussion on VAT

Rediff.com22 Feb 2006

NITIE, Mumbai, invites students and working professionals for Samiksh, a panel discussion on VAT: Implications On India Inc.

Standing up to the boss

Standing up to the boss

Rediff.com23 Jun 2007

Knowing when--and how--to fight your corner is a crucial office survival skill.

Paris Masters: Khachanov hammers ailing Zverev

Paris Masters: Khachanov hammers ailing Zverev

Rediff.com2 Nov 2018

To face Dominic Thiem in semis