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Cadbury lifts Voltas' cooler sales

Cadbury lifts Voltas' cooler sales

Rediff.com8 Dec 2003

Microsoft source code stolen

Microsoft source code stolen

Rediff.com13 Feb 2004

Are soft drinks safe?

Are soft drinks safe?

Rediff.com28 Oct 2003

Joji: The Mundane Disarranged by a Heart of Darkness

Joji: The Mundane Disarranged by a Heart of Darkness

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

With Joji, Dileesh Pothan has found a way, once more, to use everything he has learnt to further push the boundaries of his art, observes Sreehari Nair.

Have you heard of 'Ahimsa silk'?

Have you heard of 'Ahimsa silk'?

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

Silk can be eco-friendly too! Read on...

5 harmful habits Indian fathers must give up

5 harmful habits Indian fathers must give up

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

A father shares two things with the child -- genes and dreams. Unfortunately, most fathers expect their children to pursue and complete their own unfulfilled dreams.

Claiming HRA: Can't get away with fake rent receipts

Claiming HRA: Can't get away with fake rent receipts

Rediff.com21 Apr 2017

When submitting house rent allowance receipts, claiming that you pay rent to a close relative like parents, siblings or spouse, ensure that you have supporting documents to substantiate it.

Adarsh scam: Devyani Khobragade likely to be chargesheeted

Adarsh scam: Devyani Khobragade likely to be chargesheeted

Rediff.com5 Apr 2014

The Central Bureau of Investigation is likely to file chargesheet against diplomat Devyani Khobragade and her father Uttam Khobragade in the Adarsh Housing scam for allegedly acquiring a flat on the basis of false affidavit.

Why I want to sue China for the coronavirus!

Why I want to sue China for the coronavirus!

Rediff.com20 May 2020

'People have been infected. They are responsible for it internationally.' 'They only admitted in February that it is infectious. This proves our case.'

The science of Game of Thrones

The science of Game of Thrones

Rediff.com21 May 2019

'When so many noted universities -- including the likes of Harvard and the University of California -- are spending their resources on studying the world of GoT, it is fun to assess whether this fictional universe conforms with the laws of our real universe,' says Kumar Abhishek.

Why Maggi controversy is an eye-opener for packaged food industry

Why Maggi controversy is an eye-opener for packaged food industry

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

The Maggi controversy is likely to be a stepping stone in the evolution of country's packaged and processed food industry.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year winners revealed

Wildlife Photographer of the Year winners revealed

Rediff.com15 Oct 2020

Have a look at these photos taken from the incredible world we live in. These are the winners of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition 2020.

5 Gorgeous Silk Sarees That Look Really Expensive But Are Not

5 Gorgeous Silk Sarees That Look Really Expensive But Are Not

Rediff.com17 Mar 2015

The wedding season is here. Buying a new silk saree for every occasion is an expensive affair. Want to look elegant without splurging much? Here are 5 elegant silk saree styles that look really expensive but actually they are not -

S P Balasubrahmanyam's TOP 50 Songs

S P Balasubrahmanyam's TOP 50 Songs

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

Siva Sankar looks at S P Balasubrahmanyam's fantastic repertoire.

What Hong Kong needs to do to stop the violence

What Hong Kong needs to do to stop the violence

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

'This is not a time for bruised egos, face, shows of state power, petulance, or PR spin. It is a time for big-tent action across a table -- no matter how acrimonious -- with transparency, and with the media present,' notes Vijay Verghese.

Pompeo coming to India with American goodies

Pompeo coming to India with American goodies

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

So, how does Pompeo's check list look like? In a broad sense, he is coming here 'to make sure that we have economic openness'; to ensure that 'we have to deliver'; to understand that 'we have to execute' what we promised to do; and, to 'broach some tough topics', points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Does Donald know the difference between statecraft and showbiz?

Does Donald know the difference between statecraft and showbiz?

Rediff.com25 May 2018

'Mr Trump is too capricious to be trusted,' says Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

Can Robots now be given citizenship?

Can Robots now be given citizenship?

Rediff.com16 Dec 2017

'Could robots vote for effective political leadership?' 'Arguably they could do this better than humans.' 'They are far better at fact-checking for obvious lies, and far better at gauging the sincerity of statements by analysing body language, facial movements and vocal tonality of speakers,' says Devangshu Datta.

Cong suspends Aiyar for calling PM 'neech'; Modi says it's 'Mughal mentality'

Cong suspends Aiyar for calling PM 'neech'; Modi says it's 'Mughal mentality'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2017

A chastised Aiyar did proffer a conditional apology, but that did not apparently smooth the ruffled feathers of the troubled Congress leadership.

PHOTOS: Messi magic helps Barcleona cut deficit to Real

PHOTOS: Messi magic helps Barcleona cut deficit to Real

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

Lionel Messi produced a vintage second-half performance to help Barcelona to a 4-1 win over local rivals Espanyol on Sunday which saw the champions cut the gap on La Liga leaders Real Madrid to three points.

FSSAI now adds restaurant hygiene to its menu

FSSAI now adds restaurant hygiene to its menu

Rediff.com15 May 2016

A sub-group has been formed to amend rules that govern safety standards at eating establishments

How to reduce health insurance premiums

How to reduce health insurance premiums

Rediff.com14 May 2017

Anil Rego shares six tips to help you bring down your cost of owning an insurance policy

Vyapam scam throws up new twist

Vyapam scam throws up new twist

Rediff.com13 Aug 2018

Key documents related to the seven-year-old scam go missing from medical college in Gwalior.

Clams and snails inspire gen-next robots

Clams and snails inspire gen-next robots

Rediff.com12 Nov 2013

The robot can have potential uses in invasive surgery and oil well drilling, among other applications, scientists say.

Chanakya's 10 golden rules for success

Chanakya's 10 golden rules for success

Rediff.com2 Jan 2019

Attend all classes. Take notes. Ask questions. Participate.

Kabini Diaries: A tigress and her cub play hide-and-seek!

Kabini Diaries: A tigress and her cub play hide-and-seek!

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

Rajesh Karkera relives exciting and eerie moments following a tigress.

10 exercises to build killer abs

10 exercises to build killer abs

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

Here are 10 abs exercises -- simple to killer -- that will keep your daily core workouts interesting!

Will SpiceJet live to fight another day?

Will SpiceJet live to fight another day?

Rediff.com14 May 2015

The airline re-built the flight schedule and refunded passengers.

The Great Gloom of Delhi

The Great Gloom of Delhi

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

'Visiting my friend in his affluent locality, I realised that the Delhi weather had become the great equaliser.' 'Pollution was always in the air, everywhere, and had become the primary subject of all conversations,' notes Ambassador B S Prakash.

World's poor headed for better lives in 2030: Gates

World's poor headed for better lives in 2030: Gates

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

The predictions appear in the annual letter from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, chaired by the Microsoft Corp co-founder and former chief executive and his wife.

Fadnavis, Maha minister defend killing of Avni

Fadnavis, Maha minister defend killing of Avni

Rediff.com6 Nov 2018

Fadnavis said preliminary reports made available to him stated that the tigress was shot after she attacked the forest staff trying to tranquilise her.

Keeping Cadbury relevant: 'Chocolate is not all about sugar'

Keeping Cadbury relevant: 'Chocolate is not all about sugar'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2017

The Mondelez portfolio in India also includes brands like Bournvita, 5-Star. Nikhat Hetavkar finds out how it stays relevant amid strong pushback from millennials over health effects of its products.

Maggi in a soup: Brands that fought back controversies and regained trust

Maggi in a soup: Brands that fought back controversies and regained trust

Rediff.com6 Jun 2015

Instant noodle from Nestle is not the first food brand in India to have faced a tough time though

Beware of new mobile malware attacks on Android devices!

Beware of new mobile malware attacks on Android devices!

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

536 new malware families and a further 616 new variants affecting the Android platform were detected.

How to deal with the Aziz Ansari #MeToo accusation: The essential guide

How to deal with the Aziz Ansari #MeToo accusation: The essential guide

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

Experts who work on race and gender issues have now put together a syllabus for desis.

EPL PIX: Man United give Solskjaer winning Old Trafford debut

EPL PIX: Man United give Solskjaer winning Old Trafford debut

Rediff.com26 Dec 2018

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer continued his dream start as Manchester United caretaker manager with a 3-1 Premier League win over Huddersfield on his Old Trafford debut in the dugout on Wednesday.

Tips for grads to build a good credit score

Tips for grads to build a good credit score

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

Building your credit from scratch during your post-graduation years is a good idea because it gives you the opportunity to build a solid foundation for your credit history. Here's how to go about with it.

'The Pakistanis have a hand in Kashmir'

'The Pakistanis have a hand in Kashmir'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2018

'Pakistan had almost disappeared from Kashmir.' 'Now in the last three, four years we have brought Pakistan back again by not handling Kashmir properly.'