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The amputee who helps other amputees scale mountains

The amputee who helps other amputees scale mountains

Rediff.com21 Dec 2017

Meet Mona Patel, one of CNN's Top 10 Heroes of the Year.

To Gandhiji, wherever he is

To Gandhiji, wherever he is

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

At Sabarmati Ashram that very hot summer evening, some had come to see and feel the place where Bapu lived. Some had come to be alone on the lawns after a disappointing Class 12 result...

This popular bag company was born in a garage

This popular bag company was born in a garage

Rediff.com21 Aug 2015

Starting from a team of part-time workers to an employee base that exceeds over 3,000, Wildcraft has come a long way

'It's been a hell of a roller coaster life'

'It's been a hell of a roller coaster life'

Rediff.com23 May 2017

'There has been a lot of ups and downs, unexpected highs and unimaginable pain, almost thinking that I'm going to die.'

Nelson Mandela's real hero was not Gandhi, but Nehru

Nelson Mandela's real hero was not Gandhi, but Nehru

Rediff.com7 Dec 2013

Compromise, constitutionality, pragmatism and self-respect. These were Mandela's leadership virtues. For countries such as India and South Africa, these are the qualities leaders must have, says Mihir S Sharma

Gorkha agitation threatens Darjeeling's tea business

Gorkha agitation threatens Darjeeling's tea business

Rediff.com15 Jul 2017

Darjeeling is on the boil over the demand for a separate Gorkhaland state. June and July are bad months to have a strike. Tea picking during its most valuable season has been affected. Those consequences will be felt all over the world and ultimately damage Darjeeling tea.

Travelling the northeast with Kalki Koechlin

Travelling the northeast with Kalki Koechlin

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

A first-of-its-kind travel show explores the special bond a father and daughter share.

It's your choice: Skoda Superb or Ford Endeavour

It's your choice: Skoda Superb or Ford Endeavour

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

If you don't mind working over weekends and like being in a two-piece suit all day long, pick the Superb. And if you have a penchant for exploring places over the weekend, look no further than the Endeavour which can also carry your gang.

Meet the Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Meet the Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Rediff.com8 Nov 2016

Nayan Khanolkar, Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2016, tells Rediff.com's Divya Nair his story.

'Would be criminal if I stopped Saira from acting'

'Would be criminal if I stopped Saira from acting'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2017

Beautiful glimpses into Dilip Kumar's life with Saira Banu.

Being undocumented in the United States

Being undocumented in the United States

Rediff.com16 Dec 2014

There are 2.5 lakh undocumented Indians across the United States. While President Barack Obama's executive order last week does help, only the US Congress can really address the needs of those caught in the immigration tangle.

10 places to visit in 2015!

10 places to visit in 2015!

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

Travel bloggers Amrita Das and Rutavi Mehta list out their recommendations.

How to travel across India on just Rs 300 a day

How to travel across India on just Rs 300 a day

Rediff.com3 Dec 2015

This post is for those who think they can't travel with less money and for those who have money but want to travel on a shoestring budget for the sake of constraint and the adventure it brings with it.

Pangong Tso: Where 3 Idiots ended

Pangong Tso: Where 3 Idiots ended

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

'All those photographs I had seen before about Ladakh were not photoshopped.' 'Ladakh, truly, was nature's masterpiece.'

Ishita Khanna is transforming lives in Spiti, the eco-friendly way

Ishita Khanna is transforming lives in Spiti, the eco-friendly way

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

Ishita is helping the local community in Spiti lead better lives and build a sustainable environment.

Vandana Maurya's story: From a biotech researcher to a social worker

Vandana Maurya's story: From a biotech researcher to a social worker

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

Vandana has been attempting to bring in radical changes in the unhealthy food habits amongst the tribals.

Farewell, Rest Well in Eternity

Farewell, Rest Well in Eternity

Rediff.com31 Dec 2015

The notables we lost in 2015.

Travel: How a trip to Dharali changed my life

Travel: How a trip to Dharali changed my life

Rediff.com12 Jan 2016

A tiny village in the Gangotri area and a self-discovery vacation...

Travel: Self-driving in Switzerland

Travel: Self-driving in Switzerland

Rediff.com25 Aug 2015

Rachit Hirani crisscrossed 1600 kilometres through Switzerland's mesmerising landscape in 10 days and he cant stop gushing about it...

Review: Yeh Jaawani Hai Deewani is totally worth it!

Review: Yeh Jaawani Hai Deewani is totally worth it!

Rediff.com31 May 2013

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani is predictable but who cares? Romance is back with a bang and it is exuberant, entertaining, dazzling and worth your time, writes Sukanya Verma.

Have you gone on these 7 wildlife safaris?

Have you gone on these 7 wildlife safaris?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2014

Conde Nast Traveller sorted through the wish lists of wildlife enthusiasts from around the world to collate this definitive guide. How many will you cross off?

Chinese New Year predictions for you!

Chinese New Year predictions for you!

Rediff.com18 Feb 2015

On the occasion of Chinese New Year, we bring you a look at what 2015, the Year of the Sheep has in store for you!

This start-up is making true love stories happen

This start-up is making true love stories happen

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

A unique start-up in India is helping the differently abled find their match.

Can a re-energised Rahul revive the Congress?

Can a re-energised Rahul revive the Congress?

Rediff.com26 May 2015

Congress gets into the opposition groove but still has miles to go, says Saroj Nagi.

For the love of Ruskin Bond

For the love of Ruskin Bond

Rediff.com22 Dec 2014

'I am a very personal writer. I write direct to the reader. I don't hold back,' says India's most loved writer, Ruskin Bond.

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