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1,222 NGOs asked to validate bank accounts by Centre

1,222 NGOs asked to validate bank accounts by Centre

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

In a circular, the ministry said all NGOs registered under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act should receive foreign donations in a single designated bank account.

Indo-Russian naval exercise begins in Vizag

Indo-Russian naval exercise begins in Vizag

Rediff.com8 Dec 2015

India and Russia have begun their bilateral naval exercise, which is aimed at increasing interoperability between the two Navies and developing common understanding of procedures for maritime security operations.

How Mi-8 helped India's Operation Cactus

How Mi-8 helped India's Operation Cactus

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

We salute the Mi-8 today on the occasion of the 32nd anniversary of Operation Cactus. Through its glorious service career, the Mi-8 left an indelible mark on the future by providing the IAF with a lineage of professional helicopter aircrew, says Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

Zomato gets inspired by Satyajit Ray film

Zomato gets inspired by Satyajit Ray film

Rediff.com20 Jun 2019

The Gurugram-based company had acquired Lucknow-based drone manufacturer and consultant start-up TechEagle in December, to expand food delivery using drones

When Bollywood sees RED!

When Bollywood sees RED!

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

Is this Bollywood's favourite colour?

E-commerce in India: To be or not to be

E-commerce in India: To be or not to be

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

Ajit Balakrishnan offers a thinking man's guide to e-commerce controversies.

Review: Asus Zenfone AR sets the bar very high for smartphones of the future

Review: Asus Zenfone AR sets the bar very high for smartphones of the future

Rediff.com25 Aug 2017

It is priced at a whooping 49,999, but to justify that, it has top-notch specs, says Uttaran Das Gupta

Found in translation: Orwell gets a fresh start in his birthplace

Found in translation: Orwell gets a fresh start in his birthplace

Rediff.com1 Oct 2013

In a bid to popularise the literary work of legendary British author George Orwell in his birthplace Motihari in Bihar, state authorities have now decided to get some of most well-known books translated in Hindi.

The BIGGEST challenge facing hotels today

The BIGGEST challenge facing hotels today

Rediff.com18 Apr 2017

The days when clean sheets and a well-stocked minibar were enough to ensure a satisfied customer are long gone, says Frederick Sabty.

The writing on the wall for Rotomac boss

The writing on the wall for Rotomac boss

Rediff.com21 Feb 2018

Vikram Kothari, managing director of Rotomac Pens, is now fighting a battle that might be difficult to win.

'I can make Dawood confess in 5 minutes'

'I can make Dawood confess in 5 minutes'

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

Former supercop Rakesh Maria on the challenges of fighting crime.

Advani again rakes up Nehru, Patel differences

Advani again rakes up Nehru, Patel differences

Rediff.com11 Nov 2013

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader L K Advani on Monday referred to another book to support his claim that there were differences between Jawaharlal Nehru and Sardar Patel over sending the Indian army to Hyderabad when the Nizam was trying to join Pakistan at the time of partition.

Will plane debris tell us where MH370 crashed?

Will plane debris tell us where MH370 crashed?

Rediff.com2 Aug 2015

The discovery of the plane wreckage that washed up on Reunion Island, believed to be from the missing Malaysian Airlines flight MH370, may be consistent with a possible crash site in the South-East Indian Ocean, researchers say.

Child labour can disrupt 'Make in India', Satyarthi tells Modi

Child labour can disrupt 'Make in India', Satyarthi tells Modi

Rediff.com13 Mar 2016

Make in India cannot be successful on the toil, miseries and abuses of young children in the manufacturing sector, the Nobel laureate wrote in a letter to PM

Land Rover Discovery packs in superlative driveability

Land Rover Discovery packs in superlative driveability

Rediff.com24 Dec 2017

The all-new Land Rover is not just a capable car on different terrains, but also makes for an exceptionally comfortable ride experience, says P Tharyan

US official sacked for Twitter barbs is Indian-American

US official sacked for Twitter barbs is Indian-American

Rediff.com2 Nov 2013

A key White House staffer who was fired after it came to light that he was behind a Twitter account that dished out gossip and pointed barbs at the Obama Administration is an Indian-American.

Defence forces battle force of nature in J&K to rescue thousands

Defence forces battle force of nature in J&K to rescue thousands

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

Thousands of defence personnel are working overtime to rescue lakhs of people still stranded in the floods in Jammu and Kashmir.

US sends another 300 military personnel to Iraq

US sends another 300 military personnel to Iraq

Rediff.com1 Jul 2014

The United States has deployed an additional 300 military personnel to violence-hit Iraq to augment the security of American embassy in Baghdad, its support facilities and the Baghdad International Airport.

How an amputee conquered the Himalayas

How an amputee conquered the Himalayas

Rediff.com6 Nov 2018

There is only word to describe Ashok Munne's journey -- 'incredible', says A Ganesh Nadar.

Move over Toyota Fortuner, Ford Endeavour 2.2 is here!

Move over Toyota Fortuner, Ford Endeavour 2.2 is here!

Rediff.com18 Aug 2016

The 2016 Ford Endeavour 2.2 is a beast of a vehicle which though is a bit down on power as compared to its 3.2-litre version but it is a monster in itself nonetheless

Who gives Rahul ideas?

Who gives Rahul ideas?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2019

Heard about the All India Professionals Congress?

The Indian women who conquered the world!

The Indian women who conquered the world!

Rediff.com30 Jan 2018

In a journey of Marco Polo-esque proportions, Meenakshi Arvind and Mookambika Rathinam drove through 24 countries and two continents over 72 days. Meenakshi and Mookambika tell Rediff.com's Archana Masih about their incredible, unforgettable, journey and the desperation for Gandhi in a dark corner of the world.

'For our generation President Kalam is the Mahatma'

'For our generation President Kalam is the Mahatma'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2015

President Kalam was loved by the youth of India. Something evidenced by the mass of student volunteers who have arrived in Rameswaram to mourn and to help out other mourners who have arrived in the island town to pay their last homage to India's 'Missile Man.'

President, PM Modi review naval fleet

President, PM Modi review naval fleet

Rediff.com6 Feb 2016

Pranab Mukherjee inspected the fleet along with Prime Minister Narendra Modi from aboard the INS Sumitra.

Navy is vital for India's future security

Navy is vital for India's future security

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

'Notwithstanding the realisation among the Indian leadership to build up its navy for the force's expanding role, the Indian Navy was allocated only 15% of the interim defence budget presented in Parliament in February 2019.' 'The outlay for the navy's capital acquisition is not even adequate to meet its committed liabilities,' points out Brigadier S K Chatterji (retd).

India loses its edge over China's navy

India loses its edge over China's navy

Rediff.com2 Apr 2017

With the expected launch of The People's Liberation Army (Navy)'s second aircraft carrier on April 23, China will match India in carrier numbers.

Mercedes-Benz GLS touted as the S-Class of SUVs

Mercedes-Benz GLS touted as the S-Class of SUVs

Rediff.com23 May 2016

Priced at Rs 80.40 lakh, the GLS is definitely better-looking, better-equipped, and a more likeable version of an already successful full-sized luxury SUV

Have a glass of 'happy' milk in Delhi and Bengaluru 'by invitation only'

Have a glass of 'happy' milk in Delhi and Bengaluru 'by invitation only'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

Not everyone can have access to the Pride of Cows milk.

How a small-town boy became Deloitte's top boss

How a small-town boy became Deloitte's top boss

Rediff.com20 Feb 2015

Renjen had to go through 15 rounds of interviews before he got the job.

REVEALED: How India's future naval aircraft carrier will be

REVEALED: How India's future naval aircraft carrier will be

Rediff.com22 Jul 2015

or the first time, the size and specifications of the Indian Navy's future aircraft carrier have been officially acknowledged.

Sheena Bora Trial: A Tale of Two Witnesses

Sheena Bora Trial: A Tale of Two Witnesses

Rediff.com19 Jun 2018

Shyamvar Pinturam Rai and Pradeep Waghmare. Both erstwhile employees of Peter and Indrani Mukerjea. In the witness stand on Monday, Waghmare came across as a cheerful, straightforward man who is attempting to clamber his way towards prosperity. In the witness stand on Friday, Rai shed his customary jauntiness and broke down weeping, begging forgiveness from CBI Special Judge Jayendra Chandrasen Jagdale.

PHOTOS: Bravehearts battle floods to save stranded Kashmiris

PHOTOS: Bravehearts battle floods to save stranded Kashmiris

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

With flood waters receding, the armed forces have stepped up its rescue operations in Jammu and Kashmir

If you often drive the car yourself, Jaguar XJ50 is worth owning

If you often drive the car yourself, Jaguar XJ50 is worth owning

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

The Jaguar XJL is now the oldest limousine in India, unlike its contemporaries which have recently been updated.

BMW X3 M Sport: The most dynamically sound SUV in its class

BMW X3 M Sport: The most dynamically sound SUV in its class

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

For everyday use, the lower, 20d variant does fairly well, is a lot more efficient, and costs nearly Rs 10 lakh less!

A Hungarian invention that helped the British in WWII

A Hungarian invention that helped the British in WWII

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

Tracing the early life of the humble ballpoint pen to its present.

Magic workouts? Not quite

Magic workouts? Not quite

Rediff.com28 Jan 2015

In a world where people do not have the time to go to the gym, home exercise equipment is becoming popular. But do they work?

IRON FIST: IAF showcases mighty firepower at Pokhran

IRON FIST: IAF showcases mighty firepower at Pokhran

Rediff.com19 Mar 2016

The Indian Air Force's on Friday conducted day-night demonstration of its combat and fire power in Pokhran, which was witnessed by President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

What the monsoon winds bring

What the monsoon winds bring

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

We are all 'Chasing the Monsoon', notes Ajit Balakishnan.

6 things successful people do that others don't

6 things successful people do that others don't

Rediff.com21 Oct 2014

Dr Rekha Shetty, who consults several corporations on long-term innovation initiatives, draws up a list.

The man who will advise Modi on economic affairs

The man who will advise Modi on economic affairs

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

oreign Policy magazine named him as one of the world's top 100 global thinkers in 2011.