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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

Morris Garages brings its Hector to India

Morris Garages brings its Hector to India

Rediff.com   16 May 2019

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

Formula E championship: Hong Kong's streets come to life

Formula E championship: Hong Kong's streets come to life

Rediff.com   15 Mar 2019

Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com, who attended the Hong Kong leg of the Formula E Championship, documents life off the racing track.

Thrills, spills and even a crash... HK Formula E racing had it all!

Thrills, spills and even a crash... HK Formula E racing had it all!

Rediff.com   14 Mar 2019

A crash by another Formula E driver hits Mahindra Racing, the only team in the circuit, but this disappointment aside, the weekend was saw more action and thrills than a Hollywood blockbuster, says Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

Compact SUVs in India now have a new worry!

Compact SUVs in India now have a new worry!

Rediff.com   14 Feb 2019

The XUV300, Mahindra's second compact SUV, is so packed with segment-firsts that it is sure to send shockwaves among competitors.

'People feel ballet is not our culture'

'People feel ballet is not our culture'

Rediff.com   21 Jan 2019

Apeksha Bhattacharya has dedicated her life to popularising ballet.

Here comes M5 Electro, the electric race car from Mahindra

Here comes M5 Electro, the electric race car from Mahindra

Rediff.com   14 Dec 2018

Four years after entering Formula E racing, Mahindra comes out with a racing car designed for the e-racing circuit. Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com reports.

With Alturas G4, Mahindra has a winner on its hands

With Alturas G4, Mahindra has a winner on its hands

Rediff.com   27 Nov 2018

The Mahindra Alturas G4, which was launched on Saturday in Jaipur, is a true-blue premium SUV combining a powerful engine, luxe interiors and a beast-like exterior, says Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

Nissan Kicks in with a bigger version

Nissan Kicks in with a bigger version

Rediff.com   25 Oct 2018

It was only an exterior launch, not the actual car, but what he saw left Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera hugely impressed.

Harrier, Tata's most awaited SUV, is open for booking

Harrier, Tata's most awaited SUV, is open for booking

Rediff.com   22 Oct 2018

Bookings for the head-turner are now open on the Tata Motors website, for an initial payment of Rs 35,000 (which will be reimbursed fully on cancellation, the company assures).

This road trip is not for everyone

This road trip is not for everyone

Rediff.com   11 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.com   10 Oct 2018

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

'We will erase bad Asiad memory in the World Cup'

'We will erase bad Asiad memory in the World Cup'

Rediff.com   10 Sep 2018

'Whatever happened at the Asian Games, that's a big learning curve for the players, coach and the staff.'

Kerala Floods: 'Thank you, everyone who has helped'

Kerala Floods: 'Thank you, everyone who has helped'

Rediff.com   29 Aug 2018

Models Sonalika Sahay, Nicole Padival and Aishwarya Singh share their feelings about the floods that have devastated Kerala.

Rakhi@LFW: 'My Raksha Bandhan used to be fistfights'

Rakhi@LFW: 'My Raksha Bandhan used to be fistfights'

Rediff.com   26 Aug 2018

The models at the Lakme Fashion Week are missing their brothers, they tell Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

There's a story behind this sari

There's a story behind this sari

Rediff.com   26 Aug 2018

Delhi-based designer Gaurika Sharma talks about it.

Rakhi@LFW: 'My brother is a bully but I love him'

Rakhi@LFW: 'My brother is a bully but I love him'

Rediff.com   24 Aug 2018

Though models Vishakha Bharadwaj and Tina Pahuja may not meet their brothers for Raksha Bandhan this year, they have fun memories to share with Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

Why are these hotties not on the ramp?

Why are these hotties not on the ramp?

Rediff.com   23 Aug 2018

Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera spotted these fashionistas.

Rakhi@LFW: How Hasleen Kaur got her brother in trouble

Rakhi@LFW: How Hasleen Kaur got her brother in trouble

Rediff.com   23 Aug 2018

We feel for you, Harsimrit!

LFW: Model Aditi Mishra shares her Rakhi memories

LFW: Model Aditi Mishra shares her Rakhi memories

Rediff.com   22 Aug 2018

'My brother was a brat,' she tells Rajesh Karkera with a laugh.

Ready for India's biggest fashion week?

Ready for India's biggest fashion week?

Rediff.com   22 Aug 2018

A sneak peek into the glitziest event that begins today.