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DRDO tests Akash air defence missiles

DRDO tests Akash air defence missiles

Rediff.com28 May 2014

The tests were conducted by the Indian Air Force, which will be the first service to induct the Akash missiles in its inventory.

Revealed! Dhoni's secret preparations for England tour

Revealed! Dhoni's secret preparations for England tour

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

Mahendra Singh Dhoni went through a rigorous net session at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru, far from public gaze, ahead of the upcoming England tour.

Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT: The sophisticated SUV

Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT: The sophisticated SUV

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT: The sophisticated SUV

After 11 years, Pakistan releases 57 Indian fishing boats

After 11 years, Pakistan releases 57 Indian fishing boats

Rediff.com22 Mar 2015

It is a historic moment as Pakistan has released boats after a gap of 11 years.

Here's why you can't miss the R-Day parade

Here's why you can't miss the R-Day parade

Rediff.com24 Jan 2017

Glimpses of the colourful parade we will see on Rajpath in New Delhi on Thursday.

Top 10 hygienic gym practices

Top 10 hygienic gym practices

Rediff.com27 Feb 2007

10 precautions, to help ensure your skin stays healthy, during your workouts.

Watch out! Grey is back this summer

Watch out! Grey is back this summer

Rediff.com26 May 2017

The top six fashions trends to watch out this summer!

Zoe Saldana shares first pix of twin sons

Zoe Saldana shares first pix of twin sons

Rediff.com16 Feb 2015

Here's what's happening in Hollywood!

Mumbai escapes unhurt as Nisarga batters nearby areas

Mumbai escapes unhurt as Nisarga batters nearby areas

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

A 58-year-old man died after a power transformer fell on him in Raigad district. 2 people died and 3 were injured in two separate cyclone-related incidents in Pune.

NSA to visit Myanmar soon to discuss further 'joint action'

NSA to visit Myanmar soon to discuss further 'joint action'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

Doval, who is said to have been closely involved in planning Tuesday's operation along the India-Myanmar border, will undertake the visit

INS Viraat sets sail for the last time

INS Viraat sets sail for the last time

Rediff.com24 Jul 2016

India's majestic aircraft carrier INS Viraat, which is slated to be decommissioned later this year, set sail for the last time from Mumbai for Kochi on Saturday.

45 Beijing and London Games athletes test positive after retest: IOC

45 Beijing and London Games athletes test positive after retest: IOC

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

Forty-five athletes have failed dope tests after their samples from the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2012 London Games were re-analysed, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) said on Friday.

INS Viraat to set sail for the last time this week

INS Viraat to set sail for the last time this week

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

The ship will then be towed back to Mumbai where it will be decommissioned.

What will Shahid-Mira wear to DeepVeer's reception?

What will Shahid-Mira wear to DeepVeer's reception?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

Sukanya Verma lets her imagination run wild!

RCom plans Rs 20,000 cr expansion

RCom plans Rs 20,000 cr expansion

Rediff.com21 Jan 2008

Speaking at a press conference in Kolkata organised by TDSAT, N K Mangla, head of the regulatory department of Reliance Communication, said, "We plan to have a customer capacity of 8 million or 55 per cent of the population in 2008." Reliance also plans to cover 95 per cent of highways, 93 per cent of railways, 6,000 towns and five lakh villages in 2008. Currently, the company has 22,000 towers.

Telcos plan Rs 60,000 crore expansion

Telcos plan Rs 60,000 crore expansion

Rediff.com30 Jul 2007

Indian telecom companies are investing over Rs 60,000 crore (Rs 600 billion) in 2007-08 to finance a massive expansion of their mobile networks, infrastructure and subscriber numbers.

Insurance cos innovate to stay ahead

Insurance cos innovate to stay ahead

Rediff.com29 May 2007

With competition in the general insurance sector heating up, companies are busy innovating in order to provide value-added services to existing customers.

Politicians not national asset, observes court

Politicians not national asset, observes court

Rediff.com25 Oct 2007

The court made these harsh observations while expressing displeasure over the inconvenience the public have to put up by the overwhelming presence of security guards accompanying politicians at public places. It was hearing a petition on police reforms seeking separation of force into two wings to deal with law and order and Investigation independently.

Pilotless Target Aircraft tested for third time

Pilotless Target Aircraft tested for third time

Rediff.com13 Dec 2006

India successfully tested the advanced version of Lakhsya, the indigenously built Pilotless Target Aircraft from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur-on-sea, about 15 km from Balasore, for the third consecutive day on Wednesday.

When Dr Abdullah met Mehbooba's family...

When Dr Abdullah met Mehbooba's family...

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

'Dr Abdullah is the oldest and tallest leader in our current political landscape and it was very kind of him to come and see us.'

6 Indian sailors killed, 6 missing in Kerch strait ship accident

6 Indian sailors killed, 6 missing in Kerch strait ship accident

Rediff.com23 Jan 2019

Russian authorities on Wednesday resumed search operation for 10 missing sailors, including four Indians.

This road trip is not for everyone

This road trip is not for everyone

Rediff.com11 Oct 2018

Rajesh Karkera details how an exciting off road competition tested his motoring skills and perseverance.

Why you must try off-roading at Sakleshpur

Why you must try off-roading at Sakleshpur

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

78 vehicles. A scenic trail along winding tea estates and forests. And plenty of challenges along the way.

'During the war, we reached 40 km into Pakistan'

'During the war, we reached 40 km into Pakistan'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

'My brave JCO managed to get to the gun, sit on top of the dead man and fired away at the attacking aircraft till they melted away into the darkness.'

Here's why it will be special Wimbledon for new mom Azarenka

Here's why it will be special Wimbledon for new mom Azarenka

Rediff.com2 Jul 2017

Victoria Azarenka is looking forward to a special Wimbledon after arriving with an'extra member' in tow.

Kallis made all the difference: Dravid

Kallis made all the difference: Dravid

Rediff.com27 Jun 2007

India captain Rahul Dravid paid tribute to his South African counterpart, saying Kallis stays till the end and often makes a difference between two teams.

India gets first automated vehicle recycling unit

India gets first automated vehicle recycling unit

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

The five-acre facility, set up by M&M through a joint venture with government owned company MSTC, went on stream in April this year

Stars go Superman-crazy!

Stars go Superman-crazy!

Rediff.com28 Jun 2006

The Superman premiere in Mumbai saw a light turnout. But the fans were happy.

When politicians bring their kids to work

When politicians bring their kids to work

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

On Monday (September 24), New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern made history as the first female world leader to attend the United Nations General Assembly meeting in New York with her newborn baby in tow. However, Ardern isn't the first to bring their kids to work. Here are some examples of kids roaming the halls of power.

Advani, other BJP veterans raise banner of revolt against Modi, Shah

Advani, other BJP veterans raise banner of revolt against Modi, Shah

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

On Tuesday night with veteran BJP leaders raised a banner of revolt against the leadership of Narendra Modi in the wake of Bihar debacle saying that the party has been "emasculated" in the last one year.

UAE troops to lead this year's R-Day parade

UAE troops to lead this year's R-Day parade

Rediff.com23 Jan 2017

The UAE is the second country after France to send its troops to participate in the Republic-Day parade of India, a tradition started last year.

Aamir buys a Rs 7 crore plot

Aamir buys a Rs 7 crore plot

Rediff.com17 Jul 2006

Ooops! Bella does it again

Ooops! Bella does it again

Rediff.com18 May 2017

The model almost suffered a wardrobe malfunction on the red carpet.

Pajero tag is dead. Long live Montero!

Pajero tag is dead. Long live Montero!

Rediff.com23 Dec 2006

The big Mitsubishi sheds its price tag and the Pajero moniker. But does it gain any cred?

Camel milk, the new superfood

Camel milk, the new superfood

Rediff.com10 Dec 2017

Camel milk is an excellent source of iron and protein when compared to cow milk. It also has high Vitamin B3 and good probiotics. With the variety of nutrients camel milk has, experts feel it should be labelled a superfood.

Army to hold fresh trials for 155MM guns

Army to hold fresh trials for 155MM guns

Rediff.com5 Apr 2006

South African gun major Denel, who were the third bidders for the Indian contract to purchase 400 more 155MM .52 calibre towed guns, have not been invited to the trials.

Last days of US tourist killed by Andaman tribe revealed

Last days of US tourist killed by Andaman tribe revealed

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

In excerpts from his journal, John Allen Chau, the American, reveals what it was like to meet the isolated tribe in the Andamans.

Young girls as middle-aged wives

Young girls as middle-aged wives

Rediff.com23 Aug 2006

Hundreds stranded on burning ferry adrift in Adriatic

Hundreds stranded on burning ferry adrift in Adriatic

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

A major rescue operation is underway in the Adriatic Sea to airlift passengers stranded in a burning Italian-flagged ferry, the Norman Atlantic.