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Why Indian textile mills find Ethiopia attractive

Why Indian textile mills find Ethiopia attractive

Rediff.com23 Jan 2019

Indian companies feel it will be difficult to take on the competition from Bangladesh, Cambodia and others, with their made-in-India products. Ethiopia offers ready-to-use sheds, income tax breaks, training subsidies, and a tax-free gateway into the US, Europe and China. Moreover, labour is available for $60 per month compared to $130-$150 in India.

Over 500 women from banned group book e-tickets for darshan at Sabarimala

Over 500 women from banned group book e-tickets for darshan at Sabarimala

Rediff.com10 Nov 2018

The figure assumes significance as the Sabarimala temple had witnessed frenzied devotees opposing the entry of women belonging to the menstrual-age in the wake of landmark Supreme Court verdict permitting women of all ages to offer prayers at the hill shrine.

Paytm Travel hopes to zoom past MakeMyTrip in 2020

Paytm Travel hopes to zoom past MakeMyTrip in 2020

Rediff.com14 Jan 2019

Paytm Travel claims to have a base of around 13 million customers, a threefold increase over the user base in FY17. While significant, it is but a fraction of Paytm's wallet user base of more than 300 million.

Day after attack, JNU becomes rallying cry for pan-India protests

Day after attack, JNU becomes rallying cry for pan-India protests

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

Protests were held in many cities across the country. So far, no one has been arrested for the attack on students and teachers at JNU even as clamour for resignation of the V-C grew.

Shah Faesal launches JKPM to 'bridge gap between Kashmir and Delhi'

Shah Faesal launches JKPM to 'bridge gap between Kashmir and Delhi'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2019

JNU student leader and activist Shehla Rashid announced her joining of Faesal's party on the occasion.

Stars, stars and stars at MAMI!

Stars, stars and stars at MAMI!

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

India's biggest film festival opens!

North-east is gateway to south-east Asia: PM Modi

North-east is gateway to south-east Asia: PM Modi

Rediff.com27 May 2016

Describing north-east as the "gateway" to south-east asia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said his government has been pro-actively pursuing the 'Act-East Policy'

The rise and rise of Bangladesh

The rise and rise of Bangladesh

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

'Beijing is comfortable with Hasina's pragmatism -- perceived as 'pro-India', but staying out of Indian orbit and receptive to forging close ties with China and yet, siding with neither neighbour,' says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

How Indians will travel in 2019

How Indians will travel in 2019

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

Technology is a top priority, whether it's a faster check-out system, vital Wi-Fi or USB ports in rooms, today's travellers need to be constantly connected

Why Anglo-Indians feel let down by Modi

Why Anglo-Indians feel let down by Modi

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

'We fear worse things to happen. We feel this is just a teaser.' 'I wonder whether later, the Christian community will be targeted.'

The year of living dangerously in Karachi

The year of living dangerously in Karachi

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

'Rawalpindi must downsize its quest for 'strategic depth' in Afghanistan and Kashmir,' suggests Matein Khalid.

PhD scholar among 6 arrested for attack on CRPF convoy in Banihal

PhD scholar among 6 arrested for attack on CRPF convoy in Banihal

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

The PhD scholar is an active member of Jamiat-e-Talaba, the student wing of banned Jammat-e-Islami (JeI).

Election 2014: Valsad the gateway to Delhi?

Election 2014: Valsad the gateway to Delhi?

Rediff.com29 Apr 2014

It may be just a big coincidence or the ever-changing political climate in the region, but a look at the electoral history of Valsad Lok Sabha seat in South Gujarat clearly reveals that whichever political party has managed to win this constituency has ultimately clinched power in Delhi.

Exploring alternative to Iranian oil supply for 'friend' India: US

Exploring alternative to Iranian oil supply for 'friend' India: US

Rediff.com29 Sep 2018

Though India, one of the biggest importers of Iranian oil, has already reduced its import, it has indicated that it is unlikely to go down to zero given its massive energy needs.

Which is going be the biggest hotel complex in India?

Which is going be the biggest hotel complex in India?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

Dipak Haksar, bottom, left, chief executive, ITC Hotels and WelcomHotels, tells Ajay Modi that FY19 is going to be a year of strong growth, and tariffs are likely to see a substantial improvement in the fourth quarter

In pix: India's beautiful landmarks

In pix: India's beautiful landmarks

Rediff.com23 Sep 2018

Rediff readers tell us where they're holidaying.

PM inaugurates, lays foundation of projects worth Rs 4,000 cr in Arunachal

PM inaugurates, lays foundation of projects worth Rs 4,000 cr in Arunachal

Rediff.com9 Feb 2019

Terming the state "pride" of the country, Modi said it is the gateway of the nation as it guards the frontier. It is the duty of the government to develop the state at any cost, he said.

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.'

PIX: Tour Greece with Ankita Lokhande

PIX: Tour Greece with Ankita Lokhande

Rediff.com27 Aug 2018

Exploring Greece through Ankita's eyes.

India's handset industry may cross 300-mn mark, close in on China

India's handset industry may cross 300-mn mark, close in on China

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

According to analysts, most of the growth in the smartphone space will come from existing users, who will be lured to upgrade their handsets as new features and technologies turn existing features redundant, says Arnab Dutta.

2,500 lamps illuminate Red Fort for I-Day celebrations

2,500 lamps illuminate Red Fort for I-Day celebrations

Rediff.com10 Aug 2018

It is the first ever illumination of the historic monument's front fortification wall and its two important gateways -- Lahori Gate and Delhi Gate.

Photograph Review: A delicate little gem

Photograph Review: A delicate little gem

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

God bless Ritesh Batra, raves Sukanya Verma.

Meet Bollywood's filmi photographers

Meet Bollywood's filmi photographers

Rediff.com14 Mar 2019

Say CHEESE!

Chandro and Prakashi Tomar, the world's oldest sharpshooters

Chandro and Prakashi Tomar, the world's oldest sharpshooters

Rediff.com4 Nov 2019

Dhruv Munjal gets up close and personal with Chandro and Prakashi Tomar, the inspiration for Saand Ki Aankh.

'Impure women shouldn't be allowed in Sabarimala temple'

'Impure women shouldn't be allowed in Sabarimala temple'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

'Considering menstruating women impure is a Dravidian custom and is associated with the worship of nature by the tribal people'

Kerala on edge as Sabarimala temple opens today

Kerala on edge as Sabarimala temple opens today

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

Tension prevailed on Wednesday morning in Kerala's Nilackal, the main gateway to Sabarimala, after the police used force to disperse devotees opposing the entry of girls and women of menstrual age into the hill shrine.

Modi becomes 1st Indian PM to set foot in Rwanda

Modi becomes 1st Indian PM to set foot in Rwanda

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

Prime Minister Modi will hold bilateral meetings with President Paul Kagame, delegation-level talks and meetings with the business and the Indian communities, a statement from the Prime Minister's Office said.

Is govt's $60 billion agri exports target feasible?

Is govt's $60 billion agri exports target feasible?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

Aiming to push India into the list of the top 10 agri export nations, the policy has been backed by the Prime Minister's Office

Want to study but don't have funds? Try crowdfunding!

Want to study but don't have funds? Try crowdfunding!

Rediff.com19 Sep 2018

Whether it is for disaster relief or a personal cause, some online platforms help you raise funds for a fee.

Why Rajasthan should be on your travel bucket list

Why Rajasthan should be on your travel bucket list

Rediff.com1 Jul 2018

Rediff readers share photographs from their travels across India.

Commander Tomy will circumnavigate globe again

Commander Tomy will circumnavigate globe again

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

Commander Abhilash Tomy of the Indian Navy will set sail from France on the 30,000-mile Golden Globe Race only with a compass, printed maps, star and planetary movements and 140 litres of fuel.

'The real test of a movie is the test of time'

'The real test of a movie is the test of time'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

'The real test whether the movie has worked or not is when the people remember it five years later. Just like wine and relationships, the same is true for movies.'

It's a win-win situation for people flying Jet Air to Europe

It's a win-win situation for people flying Jet Air to Europe

Rediff.com6 Sep 2018

Last year, Jet Airways and Air France-KLM signed an enhanced cooperation agreement' for the development of their operations between Europe and India

Mortal remains of Ananth Kumar consigned to flames; top leaders pay homage

Mortal remains of Ananth Kumar consigned to flames; top leaders pay homage

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

Chants of "Amar rahe, amar rahe, Ananth Kumar amar rahe" and "Bharat mata ki jai" rent the air as leaders paid homage and the mortal remains were consigned to flames.

Why did 17 million Indians leave India last year?

Why did 17 million Indians leave India last year?

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

When 17 million Indians seek their fortune abroad it only means people are losing faith in the government's ability to honour its promises, says Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

Ayodhya decked up to welcome Korean First Lady

Ayodhya decked up to welcome Korean First Lady

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

The main streets of Ayodhya wear a scintillating look with illuminated lamps and special decorations.

'Slumdog Millionaire opens doors for me as a diplomat'

'Slumdog Millionaire opens doors for me as a diplomat'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2018

'If I get posted to a place, if people engage with me just as an Indian diplomat, I have X amount of leverage.' 'But when they look at me as the high commissioner of India and the author of Slumdog Millionaire, many more people are willing to meet me, more quickly than they would as a pure diplomat.'

Coping with the heat in India's hottest city

Coping with the heat in India's hottest city

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

Temperatures have soared to 50.3 degrees Celsius, but no deaths from the heat have been reported from Churu.

Paytm's MF foray fails to rattle fund distributors

Paytm's MF foray fails to rattle fund distributors

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

Unlike most MF distributors in India, Paytm Money will be offering low-cost direct plans, which don't charge for distribution expenses

What Shane Warne has learnt from the IPL

What Shane Warne has learnt from the IPL

Rediff.com14 May 2018

Former Rajasthan Royals captain Shane Warne, on Sunday, put up a long post on his Instagram page about working with current bunch of Rajasthan Royals players, his advice to root and the learning he has gained from the IPL this season.