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Rajesh Karkera

The versatile Rajesh Karkera reviews cars, writes on travel and shoots videos and photographs too. You can e-mail the author at rajeshk@rediff.co.in

Stories by RAJESH KARKERA

LFW auditions: Where dreams of stardom come true

LFW auditions: Where dreams of stardom come true

Rediff.com   15 Jun 2017

Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com captures the anxiety and excitement at the model auditions in Mumbai.

Mahindra takes electric road to the future

Mahindra takes electric road to the future

Rediff.com   25 May 2017

Auto major Mahindra has ambitious plans for its electric cars project, that include ramping up its output to 60,000 units a year, high-end electric powertrains, and 380 to 650 volt battery systems.

A non-Belieber among Beliebers

A non-Belieber among Beliebers

Rediff.com   11 May 2017

His daughter is a Belieber. He is most definitely not.

Thank you Zara! Its new store restores iconic Mumbai building

Thank you Zara! Its new store restores iconic Mumbai building

Rediff.com   4 May 2017

The store is spread across 51,300 sq feet area at Hutatma Chowk Square.

Lawntuba: 4 musicians pursuing their dream

Lawntuba: 4 musicians pursuing their dream

Rediff.com   30 Mar 2017

'We are all from middle class backgrounds...' 'We are not like those super privileged kids to whom the parents say "Jao beta. Studio khareed lo".'

Happy Gudi Padwa!

Happy Gudi Padwa!

Rediff.com   28 Mar 2017

See how Mumbaiites brought in the New Year.

In pics: Mumbai celebrates Cheti Chand

In pics: Mumbai celebrates Cheti Chand

Rediff.com   28 Mar 2017

Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com captures a mini procession in the city.

Why the Kochi Biennale is a must visit

Why the Kochi Biennale is a must visit

Rediff.com   15 Mar 2017

Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera shares his impressions from the Kochi-Muziris Biennale, India's landmark artistic extravaganza.

'I know I am better. I know I can rise above racism'

'I know I am better. I know I can rise above racism'

Rediff.com   9 Feb 2017

Varsha Thapa opens up about her modelling career, racism abroad, fitness and style tips and her ideal Valentine.

Peeking into the soul of the Northeast

Peeking into the soul of the Northeast

Rediff.com   7 Feb 2017

What is it about the charm of the Northeast and its mountains that it takes prisoners?

Exclusive: Mesmerising Padma Lakshmi 'I felt like a Mughal bride'

Exclusive: Mesmerising Padma Lakshmi 'I felt like a Mughal bride'

Rediff.com   5 Feb 2017

Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera recounts the brief moments of interaction and conversation he had with the international celebrity.

Not an easy job this!

Not an easy job this!

Rediff.com   5 Feb 2017

Rediff.com's photographer Rajesh Karkera brings you all the action behind the glitz and glamour that ultimately dazzles on the ramp!

Karisma Kapoor dazzles in white

Karisma Kapoor dazzles in white

Rediff.com   4 Feb 2017

Karisma Kapoor looked pretty in a white creation designed by Arpita Mehta.

Spotted@LFW: Shriya, Priyanka, Tanishaa

Spotted@LFW: Shriya, Priyanka, Tanishaa

Rediff.com   3 Feb 2017

Designer Payal Singhal has quite a fan following in tinsel town, finds Rajesh Karkera.

What's this Pune chef doing at LFW?

What's this Pune chef doing at LFW?

Rediff.com   2 Feb 2017

We met some more beautiful people on the inaugural day of the Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2017.

PICS: Off ramp hotties at fashion week

PICS: Off ramp hotties at fashion week

Rediff.com   1 Feb 2017

On Day One of Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2017, Rediff.com met these beautiful girls to know about their looks and style mantras. Do watch this space for more.

Mumbai's ready for LFW. Are you?

Mumbai's ready for LFW. Are you?

Rediff.com   1 Feb 2017

Rajesh Karkera pans his camera across the sprawling venue which will host the Lakme Fashion Week for the next five days.

Watch: Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy jam!

Watch: Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy jam!

Rediff.com   14 Oct 2016

Amazing talent, all on one stage!

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

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

Rediff.com   27 Sep 2016

Rajesh Karkera relives exciting and eerie moments following a tigress.

What a boat safari on the Kabini river reveals

What a boat safari on the Kabini river reveals

Rediff.com   21 Sep 2016

'What one experiences is the soft scented breeze from the Kabini river and sounds of invisible insects strumming their guitars,' says Rajesh Karkera.