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Truckers to go on strike from Thursday as talks fail

Truckers to go on strike from Thursday as talks fail

Rediff.com30 Sep 2015

Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari promised pan-India electronic toll system by December to address their concerns but ruled out complete scrapping of the toll system.

M&M to launch new version of Scorpio

M&M to launch new version of Scorpio

Rediff.com15 Aug 2003

Unlock 1: Govt issues guidelines for offices, shrines, other places

Unlock 1: Govt issues guidelines for offices, shrines, other places

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

The SOPs, issued against the backdrop of the government's plans to open up the economy, say an entire office building need not be closed if one or two cases of COVID-19 are reported there and work can resume after disinfection as per the laid down protocols. However, if there is a larger outbreak, the entire building will have to be closed for 48 hours and all the staff will work from home till the building is adequately disinfected and is declared fit for re-occupation, the ministry said in its 'SOPs on preventive measures to contain spread of COVID-19 in offices'.

New Mahindra Scorpio: Best SUV in its segment

New Mahindra Scorpio: Best SUV in its segment

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

For the price, it is also the best value for money car.

Don't fret if your claims get rejected

Don't fret if your claims get rejected

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

Customers should be fully aware of what their policy covers and should follow claim procedures meticulously, says Sanjay Kumar Singh.

Can the Mercedes Benz S-Class Maybach S650 be made better?

Can the Mercedes Benz S-Class Maybach S650 be made better?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2018

The Maybach S650's focus on luxury would make a private jet's interiors appear pedestrian, says Pavan Lall. Does it mean it has no room for improvement?

Volvo sets compact luxury SUV segment afire with XC40

Volvo sets compact luxury SUV segment afire with XC40

Rediff.com18 Jul 2018

Has Volvo Cars set the cat among the pigeons? Yes, the compact luxury SUV segment in India will not be the same with the entry of the XC40, says P Tharyan.

The incredibly odd world we live in

The incredibly odd world we live in

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

10 images from around the world that show we live in a mad, mad world.

Tiger Zzzzzinda Hai Review:Tiring, toothless, sequel

Tiger Zzzzzinda Hai Review:Tiring, toothless, sequel

Rediff.com22 Dec 2017

Tiger Zinda Hai returns to the same moronic space where it's all about slow-motion Salman, his checkered scarf, his fleeting shirtless-ness, his unrealistically beefed up body and a taken-for-granted indestructibility, says Sukanya Verma.

ISRO launches indigenously made communication satellite GSAT-6A

ISRO launches indigenously made communication satellite GSAT-6A

Rediff.com29 Mar 2018

The satellite would provide a thrust to mobile communication through multi-beam coverage facility, the ISRO said.

50-year-old bridge collapses in Kolkata, 1 killed

50-year-old bridge collapses in Kolkata, 1 killed

Rediff.com5 Sep 2018

An eyewitness said some people in a minibus and private cars were trapped.

Honda BR-V's ride quality is mature

Honda BR-V's ride quality is mature

Rediff.com9 Jan 2018

The BR-V is a Mobilio-derived crossover from Honda that not just offers the practicality of an SUV but also is a spacious seven-seater, writes Indian automobile website MotorBeam.com

SEE: India to Nepal: Awesome Road Trip!

SEE: India to Nepal: Awesome Road Trip!

Rediff.com4 Feb 2020

Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera made an 11-day road voyage across some of South Asia's most deserted, challenging, terrain, always under the gaze of the sacred, dazzling Himalaya.

Tata Bolt: For a great daily drive in the city

Tata Bolt: For a great daily drive in the city

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

This Tata car is well engineered and makes for a great daily drive in the city.

Droom: Now, rent a chopper online!

Droom: Now, rent a chopper online!

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

Droom has seen aircraft such as the Falcon, Hawk and Cessna being rented.

Nissan Kicks is indeed a convincing Hyundai Creta competitor

Nissan Kicks is indeed a convincing Hyundai Creta competitor

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

The Nissan Kicks does tick all the right boxes as a convincing Hyundai Creta competitor.

Morris Garages brings its Hector to India

Morris Garages brings its Hector to India

Rediff.com16 May 2019

Big, Bold and Smart. That's what the MG Hector radiates when you first see it.

Remembering the Beetles

Remembering the Beetles

Rediff.com7 Oct 2018

It was in the 1960s that the Beetle attained its cult status, when it became almost synonymous with the hippie movement -- and succeeded in shaking off the grim history of its origins. As Volkswagen announces the end of the Bug's journey, Amrita Singh goes down a nostalgic road.

A Motorcycle Ride from Ladakh to Kashmir

A Motorcycle Ride from Ladakh to Kashmir

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

'The lush green of Kashmir was exactly like the postcards and posters I had seen growing up.'

Hyundai Elantra is set to re-create a magic

Hyundai Elantra is set to re-create a magic

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

The Hyundai Elantra is a well-known name in India, thanks to the striking design language used both the times it was introduced in the country, i.e. in the year 2000 and later in 2012. Now Hyundai has decided to launch the sixth generation car in India to re-capture the D-segment sedan throne. Indian automotive website MotorBeam.com got its hands on the car and decided to run the classy sedan through its paces.

When Salman said no to Katrina's sister Isabelle

When Salman said no to Katrina's sister Isabelle

Rediff.com27 Mar 2018

Baahubali Director S S Rajamouli's next... R Madhavan in hospital... All this and more in Subhash K Jha's Bollywood Buzz.

Soon, 'Life Box' will deliver hearts for transplant by drones

Soon, 'Life Box' will deliver hearts for transplant by drones

Rediff.com23 Jun 2018

The new device, building by a team of Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru, will keep the heart in good condition for about eight hours.

Now, AC on demand facility for Mumbai cabs

Now, AC on demand facility for Mumbai cabs

Rediff.com4 Jan 2015

State Transport Minister Diwakar Raote said new black and yellow cabs come fitted with air conditioners but passengers cannot use the facility because it is not permitted.

5 most expensive motorcycles in India

5 most expensive motorcycles in India

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

The least expensive among these starts at Rs 22,60,560, according to a list compiled by MotorBeam.com

EC announces poll dates for MP, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Mizoram, Telangana; counting on Dec 11

EC announces poll dates for MP, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Mizoram, Telangana; counting on Dec 11

Rediff.com6 Oct 2018

The Election Commission on Saturday announced the dates for the Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana and Mizoram assembly polls.

'Modi's Make in India plan is going to run into trouble'

'Modi's Make in India plan is going to run into trouble'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

'Car makers would be in a better position to adopt norms'.

Jacqueline, Sonam, Deepika: Silver gals of Bollywood

Jacqueline, Sonam, Deepika: Silver gals of Bollywood

Rediff.com23 May 2016

Learn to wear silver like the ladies of the silver screen.

Will Honda Cliq click with Indians?

Will Honda Cliq click with Indians?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

Karan Narsu rides the quirky new Honda Cliq to find out if it's got the goods to go all the way in rural India, while also making it a viable option for the city-sleeker

China arrays aerial firepower along Indian border

China arrays aerial firepower along Indian border

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

Overall, the People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) has focused on building ground-based air defense networks and network-centric operations rather than trying to match the Indian Air Force (IAF) in terms of straight fighter numbers along the border. All air assets fall under the Western Theater Command of the PLA, the largest geographic region of China's five military theater commands.

Gaya shuts down over road rage; cops hunt for MLC's son

Gaya shuts down over road rage; cops hunt for MLC's son

Rediff.com9 May 2016

Shouting slogans, BJP leaders and workers -- including Prem Kumar, who is the leader of opposition in Bihar assembly -- took to the streets, demanding arrest of Rocky.

Cauvery fallout: Bengaluru FC-Tampines AFC Cup tie to be played behind closed doors

Cauvery fallout: Bengaluru FC-Tampines AFC Cup tie to be played behind closed doors

Rediff.com13 Sep 2016

The AFC Cup quarter-final between Bengaluru FC and Singapore's Tampines Rovers will be played behind closed doors in Bengaluru on Wednesday after incidents of street violence and vandalism in the city owing to the Cauvery water dispute.

Tigor, the latest style statement from Tata Motors

Tigor, the latest style statement from Tata Motors

Rediff.com5 Apr 2017

Though strikingly similar to the Tiago, the Tata Tigor takes the design quotient a notch higher, says P Tharyan.

Carmakers believe market for pricier sedans is at tipping point

Carmakers believe market for pricier sedans is at tipping point

Rediff.com11 Nov 2018

Right now, the 'Lower D' or LD segment -- which the industry defines as a sedan that costs between Rs 1.5 million and Rs 2 million, is longer than 4.5 metres, and powered by an engine of 1.8 litre or larger -- has barely three cars, all of which have been around for over a decade in India. Nevertheless, at least one foreign auto player is looking to bet big on the segment.

Another day, more hidden currency is flushed out in crores

Another day, more hidden currency is flushed out in crores

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

Crores of new currency notes continue to tumble out of lockers and hidden locations as authorities conduct raids and searches across the country.

Bridge on Mumbai-Goa highway washed away, 2 dead, 22 missing

Bridge on Mumbai-Goa highway washed away, 2 dead, 22 missing

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

The Coast Guard has deployed a Chetak Helicopter to carry out search operation for missing vehicles.

Sheena Bora Trial: What did the bodybuilder see?

Sheena Bora Trial: What did the bodybuilder see?

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

Something about the big car and its passengers, standing solemnly outside their vehicle, piqued the biker's interest.

Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota Review: A must-watch!

Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota Review: A must-watch!

Rediff.com21 Mar 2019

Bala creates a world so mad yet meticulous and unlike no other in Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota, raves Sukanya Verma.

Meghalaya rescue op: Have to believe in miracles, Centre to SC

Meghalaya rescue op: Have to believe in miracles, Centre to SC

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

It said the authorities were making all efforts to save the lives of these persons and the Indian Navy and planes and helicopters of the Indian Air Force have been deployed in the rescue operation.

Tata bats for low-cost cars to compete with China

Tata bats for low-cost cars to compete with China

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

Tata was concerned that most innovations were happening outside India, some by Indians.

Asaram sent to jail, to move bail plea on Tuesday

Asaram sent to jail, to move bail plea on Tuesday

Rediff.com2 Sep 2013

Self-styled godman Asaram Bapu, accused of sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl at his ashram, was behind bars today after he was remanded in 14-day judicial custody by a local court.