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The Lady With 11 Driving Licenses!

The Lady With 11 Driving Licenses!

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

'I want to tell everybody there is nothing in the world that you can't do.' 'If you apply your mind, you can do anything and everything.'

Modi Looms Over India's Smallest Lok Sabha Seat

Modi Looms Over India's Smallest Lok Sabha Seat

Rediff.com24 May 2024

'It is necessary to have a person at the top who can make strict decisions without hesitation. Modiji has done that.'

Can India Be A Developed Nation By 2047?

Can India Be A Developed Nation By 2047?

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

One hopes in his next term, Narendra Modi will take up the mission of inculcating respect for following rules in Indians as a mission. Therein lies the chance for India to become a developed country, asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Unnao rape: Delhi HC to record victim's statement at AIIMS

Unnao rape: Delhi HC to record victim's statement at AIIMS

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

Special judge Dharmesh Sharma, who is conducting trial of the cases, shall record her testimony.

13 dead as bus from Pune to Mumbai falls into gorge

13 dead as bus from Pune to Mumbai falls into gorge

Rediff.com15 Apr 2023

The deceased included at least five minors, including a six-year-old boy and a girl aged 15, while of the total number of injured, at least six are minors.

Paralympian Avani aims for an encore at Paris Games

Paralympian Avani aims for an encore at Paris Games

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

'I take one day at a time. I just want to give my best and stay in the present. I do not like to sit on the past glory or think far ahead. For this year, major competitions are done so the focus is on Paris Paralympics and winning more medals for the country.'

Potholes have killed more people than terrorists: SC

Potholes have killed more people than terrorists: SC

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

The SC expressed concern over 14,926 people being killed in road accidents due to potholes

North India shivers under cold wave

North India shivers under cold wave

Rediff.com3 Jan 2005

Fog engulfed most parts of north India on Monday, throwing air and rail traffic out of gear and causing two road accidents in which 17 people were killed.

Transport strike: Commuters suffer as buses, taxis stay off roads

Transport strike: Commuters suffer as buses, taxis stay off roads

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

The 24-hour transport strike began on Thursday, affecting normal life in several parts of the country including in Kerala and Karnataka, even as the Centre asked private operators and employees of state transport authorities to call off their strike.

India tops chart in road fatalities

India tops chart in road fatalities

Rediff.com3 Jan 2004

Most of those killed are in the 15-44 age group, according to statistics.

3 reasons why the young must buy health insurance

3 reasons why the young must buy health insurance

Rediff.com30 Sep 2016

Irrespective of your age and how good your health has been, the right time to get a health insurance is NOW, says Mukesh Kumar, Executive Director, HDFC ERGO General Insurance Company

Minimum 6 airbags to be made mandatory in select vehicles

Minimum 6 airbags to be made mandatory in select vehicles

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

The Centre will make it mandatory for carmakers to provide a minimum of six airbags in motor vehicles that can carry up to 8 passengers for enhanced safety of occupants, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Friday. In a series of tweets, the Road Transport and Highways Minister said his ministry had already mandated the implementation of fitment of the driver airbag with effect from July 1, 2019 and front co-passenger airbag with effect from January 1, 2022. "In order to enhance the safety of the occupants in motor vehicles carrying upto 8 passengers, I have now approved a Draft GSR Notification to make a minimum of 6 Airbags compulsory," Gadkari said.

Where Have The Goldsmiths Disappeared?

Where Have The Goldsmiths Disappeared?

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Kurumbur in gold-loving Tamil Nadu was once a thriving centre for goldsmiths. Today their number is down to two.

Boom Motors recalls Corbett ebikes, halts production after fatal accident

Boom Motors recalls Corbett ebikes, halts production after fatal accident

Rediff.com30 Apr 2022

So far at least eight incidents of EV fires have been reported in just over a month's time.

Tough Fight For Mumbai's 'Muslim Leader'

Tough Fight For Mumbai's 'Muslim Leader'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

'In this assembly election, Muslims here will vote for one who works, but also one who safeguards their identity.' 'Their existence is more important they feel, than a faulty light meter. So yes, a Muslim representative will make a difference.'

India plans to step up safety on world's most dangerous roads

India plans to step up safety on world's most dangerous roads

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

Drunk driving can attract a fine up to Rs 50,000.

Amritpal Singh has close links with ISI, terror groups: Sources

Amritpal Singh has close links with ISI, terror groups: Sources

Rediff.com18 Mar 2023

Radical preacher Amritpal Singh, who is on the run following a police crackdown, has been maintaining close links with Pakistani intelligence agency Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and some terrorist groups based abroad, official sources said on Saturday.

Why you must buy a personal accident insurance policy

Why you must buy a personal accident insurance policy

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

This insurance policy covers permanent total disablement, permanent partial disablement, temporary total disablement, accidental death and double indemnity for permanent total disability and accidental death

Automakers told to stop selling vehicles with lower safety standards

Automakers told to stop selling vehicles with lower safety standards

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

The government on Tuesday expressed concern over reports that automobile manufacturers are selling vehicles with purposefully downgraded safety standards in India and asked them to stop the 'unpardonable' practice. Speaking at a seminar on implementation of vehicle location tracking devices in order to enhance the safety on road, organised by auto industry body SIAM, Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) secretary Giridhar Aramane also noted that only a few manufacturers have adopted vehicle safety ratings system and that too used only for their high-end models.

Govt says radio collar not a cause of cheetah deaths

Govt says radio collar not a cause of cheetah deaths

Rediff.com16 Jul 2023

In a statement, the ministry also said several steps have been planned to support the cheetah project, including the establishment of a Cheetah Research Center with facilities for rescue, rehabilitation, capacity building, and interpretation.

When Delhi Was Under Water

When Delhi Was Under Water

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

Glimpses of the devastation caused due to heavy rainfall in the national capital and other parts of northern India.

Countries with the worst drivers in the world

Countries with the worst drivers in the world

Rediff.com12 Aug 2014

India ranks 76.

Amritpal's mentor, involved in attack on Indian Commission, dies in UK

Amritpal's mentor, involved in attack on Indian Commission, dies in UK

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

Sikh Federation UK, which has styled itself as one of the largest Sikh organisations based in the UK, said Avtar Singh was terminally ill with blood cancer. He was on a life support system for the last few days.

Para Asian Games: Indians shine with 4 golds on Day 1

Para Asian Games: Indians shine with 4 golds on Day 1

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

India swept all the three medals in men's high jump T63 and men's club throw F51 events

When Harbhajan, Kaif caught up with the Big Boss

When Harbhajan, Kaif caught up with the Big Boss

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

Former India cricketers Harbhajan Singh and Mohammad Kaif gave the fans some 'good news' when they appeared on the popular television show Big Boss hosted by Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. The Road Safety World Series will see some of the biggest legends of the game take on each other in a five-nation T20 tournament featuring India, West Indies, Australia, South Africa and Sri Lanka

T20 WC: Archer returns as England's X-factor

T20 WC: Archer returns as England's X-factor

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

'Archer brings excitement and an X-factor to the team'

Chelsea Clinton: How Mary Varghese changed India

Chelsea Clinton: How Mary Varghese changed India

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

Dr Mary Varghese's determination to live life beyond her wheelchair inspired Chelsea Clinton to include her in She Persisted Around The World: 13 Women Who Changed History.

Meet The Man behind Skoda VW India

Meet The Man behind Skoda VW India

Rediff.com7 Dec 2021

'Approach people with respect, mindful that they know their job better than you do, and that you're not superior to them just because you may be better educated or their boss.' Skoda Auto VW India MD Gurpratap S Boparai cites his management credo to Pavan Lall.

Infra Key Talking Point For BJP In 2024

Infra Key Talking Point For BJP In 2024

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Key infrastructure sectors -- from railways to power, and from coal to petroleum -- will not only be part of the achievements but promises too, as the BJP fights to get a third term at the Centre.

US cop jokes after mowing down Indian student; New Delhi seeks action

US cop jokes after mowing down Indian student; New Delhi seeks action

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Jaahnavi Kandula was killed in January after she was struck by a police vehicle driven by officer Kevin Dave.

'India can repeat 2007 performance at this World T20'

'India can repeat 2007 performance at this World T20'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2014

India can rely on their spinners to reclaim the World Twenty20 title, says Joginder Sharma, the hero of country's win against Pakistan in the inaugural edition's final.

Munde's liver ruptured, cardiac arrest due to shock: Post-mortem report

Munde's liver ruptured, cardiac arrest due to shock: Post-mortem report

Rediff.com3 Jun 2014

Union minister Gopinath Munde's liver was ruptured in the road accident and he suffered a cardiac arrest due to shock, as per preliminary post-mortem report by a team of doctors at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi.

Sengar brought to court set up at AIIMS to record survivor's statement

Sengar brought to court set up at AIIMS to record survivor's statement

Rediff.com11 Sep 2019

He was brought along with co-accused Shashi Singh.

Anu Malik injured in accident

Anu Malik injured in accident

Rediff.com19 Jul 2003

The problem with vehicle insurance laws

The problem with vehicle insurance laws

Rediff.com20 Jan 2010

The rate of road accidents in India is so high that the chances of getting run over by a motor vehicle are higher than those of winning a bet at the club.

'Shocked, saddened': PM, other leaders pay tribute to Cyrus Mistry

'Shocked, saddened': PM, other leaders pay tribute to Cyrus Mistry

Rediff.com4 Sep 2022

'The untimely demise of Shri Cyrus Mistry is shocking. He was a promising business leader who believed in India's economic prowess,' Prime Minister Modi said in a tweet.

No liquor shops on state, national highways, orders SC

No liquor shops on state, national highways, orders SC

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

The bench headed by Chief Justice of India TS Thakur said all existing licences of liquor shops on highways will not be renewed after March 31, 2017.

Life is tough for India's gig workers

Life is tough for India's gig workers

Rediff.com13 Feb 2022

The recent protests by employees of Urban Company and the case of a a Zomato delivery executive who died in a road accident point to the severely straitened condition of gig workers during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Budget 2021 had promised several measures to help the cause of gig economy workers, but most of them are yet to see the light of day. Even after a year, the country's gig workers continue to be without any social security cover or a minimum wage guarantee. "In Budget 2021, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman had announced that the government is looking toward including migrant and gig workers for social security benefits," says Srinivas Kotni, managing partner, Lexport, a consulting firm. Parliament had passed the Code on Wages in 2019 and Code on Industrial Relations, Social Security and Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions in 2020.

Why are electric two-wheelers in India catching fire?

Why are electric two-wheelers in India catching fire?

Rediff.com12 May 2022

Nearly a decade ago, the first fully electric vehicle (EV) caught fire on the road in the US. It was a model from Tesla, the world's most admired EV maker. A metal fragment punctured the underbelly of the vehicle, penetrating its battery pack, leading to a fire. Indian lawmakers and automakers have had nine years to study the incident (in fact, three Tesla Model Ss caught fire in two months in 2013) but seem to have learnt little.

How 'Puti Tudu' became 'Droupadi Murmu'

How 'Puti Tudu' became 'Droupadi Murmu'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

In an interview with an Odia video magazine some time ago, Murmu revealed that her Santhali name 'Puti' was changed to Droupadi by a teacher in school.