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The lone Kashmiri who died saving tourists' lives

The lone Kashmiri who died saving tourists' lives

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Syed Adil Hussain Shah, a 29-year-old Kashmiri pony ride operator, was killed by terrorists in Pahalgam while trying to save tourists from an attack. Shah was the only Kashmiri and Muslim victim of the attack, which saw terrorists demand tourists recite Islamic prayers before shooting them. His brother, Syed Naushad Shah, described Adil as a "righteous" man who ran towards the terrorists to stop them from killing more people. The attack has left a pall of fear over Pahalgam, with tourists fleeing the area and businesses shuttered.

Uber mired in controversies; debacle to hit other taxi services

Uber mired in controversies; debacle to hit other taxi services

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

Home-grown taxi booking companies which have a business model similar to Uber's might have stricter security norms imposed on them.

French court slaps $907,000 fine on Uber, execs for illegal taxi service

French court slaps $907,000 fine on Uber, execs for illegal taxi service

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

The European Commission said this month that EU member states should only ban "sharing economy" services as a last resort.

'Dhoni and Kohli's names will stay for generations'

'Dhoni and Kohli's names will stay for generations'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Former India opener Navjot Singh Sidhu hailed MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli as "institutions" whose relevance will not die down while their contemporaries fade.

Why taxi operators sometimes don't follow rules

Why taxi operators sometimes don't follow rules

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

The safety net for passengers is focused solely on the terms and conditions for the radio taxi scheme issued by the transport department.

The Golden Oldies Quiz

The Golden Oldies Quiz

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

Women's taxi services are struggling to make ends meet

Women's taxi services are struggling to make ends meet

Rediff.com13 Jan 2015

Ironically, amid these struggles, interest in these taxi services has grown, as concerns over women's safety have escalated.

Now, a device to guide drivers which way to go

Now, a device to guide drivers which way to go

Rediff.com27 Sep 2010

Mounted on the steering wheel of the vehicle, the new touch-based directional devices can pull the skin of the driver's index fingertips left or right as per the direction of the passenger or navigation system.

Mumbai: 6 dead after overloaded taxi topples on Eastern Freeway

Mumbai: 6 dead after overloaded taxi topples on Eastern Freeway

Rediff.com5 Nov 2016

The accident took place around 9.15am, when nine members of the Gujarat-based family were headed to Mumbadevi temple in south Mumbai in a taxi.

'Truck drivers don't get a life of dignity in India'

'Truck drivers don't get a life of dignity in India'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

'The government never asked any transport association before making this law on hit and run cases.' 'MPs only clapped to Amit Shah's new law and never questioned him about this law.' 'Are these MPs not bothered about the lives of drivers?'

Dear Nirmalaji, please reduce the tax on diesel

Dear Nirmalaji, please reduce the tax on diesel

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

A truck driver from Kerala tells Rediff.com's A Ganesh Nadar what he would like to see in Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget.

A New Way To Retire Gracefully

A New Way To Retire Gracefully

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

This isn't just a home for the elderly. It's a place where life stories, generations, and cultures weave themselves into something quietly extraordinary, discovers Nitin Sathe.

Robber asks taxi to wait, then robs bank and escapes in it

Robber asks taxi to wait, then robs bank and escapes in it

Rediff.com4 Mar 2014

Confident thief! A robber in the UK asked a taxi to wait for him as he went inside a bank and robbed it after which he made his getaway in the cab with thousands of pounds.

These auto drivers were happy to help!

These auto drivers were happy to help!

Rediff.com10 Sep 2016

Rajesh Pillai recounts two pleasant experiences he had with auto drivers. You can share yours too.

Why is this designer painting taxis?

Why is this designer painting taxis?

Rediff.com3 Nov 2015

Sanket Avlani started Taxi Fabric to provide a platform for young and upcoming designers who deserve a stage.

'Dip At Maha Kumbh Made Me Feel Divine'

'Dip At Maha Kumbh Made Me Feel Divine'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

'It would have been impossible for any other country to manage such a vast crowd or accommodate the visit of so many devotees with such remarkable arrangements,' says Navin Mendon.

Custody for driver accused of Aussie's murder

Custody for driver accused of Aussie's murder

Rediff.com18 Mar 2004

Taxi driver Jyoti Prasad allegedly murdered Australian tourist Eneilie Griggs on Wednesday.

My Memories Of Israel

My Memories Of Israel

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

'Israelis have great love for India,' says Ashish Mehrotra looking back at his memorable visit to Israel a few years ago.

When Amitabh Planned To Drive A Taxi

When Amitabh Planned To Drive A Taxi

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

When he left his job in Calcutta to go to Bombay to become a film actor, Amitabh Bachchan took his driver's license along.

Indian cab driver's son tipped to save Aus for Ashes

Indian cab driver's son tipped to save Aus for Ashes

Rediff.com19 Mar 2013

An Indian-origin rookie Australian pace bowler has been tipped as a probable hope for the Ashes after an explosive start to his first-class career and adapting well to the pressures of the Sheffield Shield.

Paris Paralympic: Electrocuted as a child, Parmar wins historic judo bronze

Paris Paralympic: Electrocuted as a child, Parmar wins historic judo bronze

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

India's Kapil Parmar produced a superlative performance, dominating his opponent from start to finish to record a 10-0 win in the bronze medal contest.

Canada: Pak driver kills daughter for not wearing

Canada: Pak driver kills daughter for not wearing

Rediff.com13 Dec 2007

A Pakistani taxi driver in Canada has been charged with the murder of his teenage daughter allegedly for her refusal to wear a veil and her wish to live life like other Canadian girls.

This is what a Muslim cab driver in US faced on the night of Paris attacks

This is what a Muslim cab driver in US faced on the night of Paris attacks

Rediff.com16 Nov 2015

Alex Malloy, 23, described "one of the most heartbreaking moments I've ever experienced in my whole life" when he got into a Muslim taxi driver's car only to find he was his first customer in two hours -- blaming the people of New York being too scared to get into his cab.

Taxi aggregator UTOO to offer flats for drivers!

Taxi aggregator UTOO to offer flats for drivers!

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

The UTOO 'soft' launch was in June and the full commercial launch is slated for September.

'Ratan Tata Is No More, But Tata Name Will Live Forever'

'Ratan Tata Is No More, But Tata Name Will Live Forever'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'The people of India have shown immense faith in the Tata group as they have never broken the trust of Indians.'

Ola, Uber drivers on strike in Delhi on Tuesday

Ola, Uber drivers on strike in Delhi on Tuesday

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

The Association, which claims to represent around 125,000 app-based taxis in the the Delhi-NCR, demands that fares be increased from existing Rs 6 per km to around Rs 20 per km.

The driver wanted us to shell out extra money for an airport drop

The driver wanted us to shell out extra money for an airport drop

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

Hari Narayanan shares his experience of travelling by an Uber auto to Coimbatore airport.

Goa: Tourists stranded as taxis go off-road; strike to continue

Goa: Tourists stranded as taxis go off-road; strike to continue

Rediff.com19 Jan 2018

Taxi drivers were demanding withdrawal of notification making it mandatory to install speed governors.

'Travel Is Only Thing You Buy That Makes You Richer'

'Travel Is Only Thing You Buy That Makes You Richer'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

To see the happiness on their faces that only a travel experience can bring is priceless.

BluSmart cab services stay suspended in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Mumbai

BluSmart cab services stay suspended in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Mumbai

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

Electric cab-hailing platform BluSmart remained non-operational on Thursday across Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, and Mumbai, as the market regulator cracked down on its co-founder over alleged misuse of funds at an affiliated company. BluSmart app, that offered more than 8,000 taxis in the three metros, stopped taking bookings on Wednesday evening and remained unoperational on Thursday as well.

Normal life remains unaffected during strike, violence in Bengal

Normal life remains unaffected during strike, violence in Bengal

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

A nationwide strike called by trade unions to protest against the central government's labor policies had a mixed impact across India. While normal life remained largely unaffected in most parts of the country, some sectors like banking, transport, and insurance experienced disruptions. Sporadic incidents of violence were reported in West Bengal.

Comrade Sitaram Yechury, Lal Salaam!

Comrade Sitaram Yechury, Lal Salaam!

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

Biman Basu, the senior-most Marxist leader in the country, pays homage to a comrade he has known and admired since the 1980s.

'Plan Rapido's 500-city presence in next two quarters'

'Plan Rapido's 500-city presence in next two quarters'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

'We handle close to 3 million rides daily, making us one of the largest players in this segment'

Cab Wars Heat Up at Airports Post BluSmart Exit

Cab Wars Heat Up at Airports Post BluSmart Exit

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Uber recorded approximately 200 per cent year-on-year growth in its pre-scheduled ride option, Uber Reserve.

Indian bus driver burnt to death by passenger in Brisbane

Indian bus driver burnt to death by passenger in Brisbane

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

The driver was identified as 29-year-old Manmeet Alisher, well-known in Brisbane's Indian community.

'Auto drivers in Trivandrum do not return balance amount'

'Auto drivers in Trivandrum do not return balance amount'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

Rediff readers share their experience of autos and taxis in India.

When Ivanka Trump Attended Court

When Ivanka Trump Attended Court

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Her infamous dad, her brothers Donald Jr and Eric testified before her, but none of them matched the glamour and style Ivanka Trump did when she attended the Trump Organization civil fraud trial at the New York state supreme court in Manhattan on Wednesday, November 8, 2023.

Delhi cops suspect airport roof collapsed due to...

Delhi cops suspect airport roof collapsed due to...

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

The Delhi Police on Friday filed a first information report (FIR) under sections related to death by negligence after the collapse of the roof of Delhi airport's Terminal-1 killed one person and injured six others.

Taxi Woes: 'In Hyderabad too, they are looting customers'

Taxi Woes: 'In Hyderabad too, they are looting customers'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

Rediff readers share their experience about taxis and autorickshaws in India.

Varshangalkku Shesham Review: Magical Bromance

Varshangalkku Shesham Review: Magical Bromance

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

Vineeth Sreenivasan deserves applause for striving to blend the past with the present and revoking your memories, states Divya Nair.