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Railways reduces advance train booking time to 60 days

The Railway Board has reduced the advance reservation period of seats from existing 120 days to 60 days with effect from November 1, 2024. Image used for representational purpose only. Photograph:......

When Security Wouldn't Let The Ustad In

'The security guards at the stadium did not recognise him. He kept saying he was Zakir Hussain but they did not permit him to enter.''Zakir bhai was calm and told me it is not their fault. They......

How Ratan Tata reacted when govt picked BMW bullet-proof cars over TaMo

Uttar Pradesh minister Asim Arun, a former IPS officer, shared a heartfelt tribute to Ratan Tata on Thursday, recalling how during his stint with the elite Special Protection Group in 2007-08, he......

'He Was Always The Same Old Ratan'

'Ratan had the quality that JRD and Russi Mody had -- they could walk with kings and never lose the common touch.' IMAGE: Then Tata Group chairman Ratan Tata speaks at Tata Steel's 100th annual......

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

After steering the Rediff mothership for close to 29 years, Ajit Balakrishnan, founder, chairman and CEO, did what few businessmen in this country do -- R-E-T-I-R-E. On August 2, 2024, we were......

Better demand trends upgrade Indian Hotels to prfit suite

After a quiet April-June quarter in 2024-25 (FY25), the operational and financial performance of India’s largest listed hotel company, Indian Hotels Company, clearly rebounded in the......

Sooooo Many Mercedes-Benz Cars!

What do you get when you roll out 81 supremely beautiful Mercedes-Benz gadis in one go? The tenth edition of the Mumbai Mercedes-Benz Classic Car Rally. Sooooo many classic Mercedes-Benz cars all......

Be selective in consumption stocks, say analysts

Consumption-related stocks, such as hotels, and quick service restaurants (QSRs), have been hitting the ball out of the park ahead. Photograph: Jason Lee/Reuters On the other hand, the Miss World......

Now, passengers can book rail tickets 120 days in advance

This is expected to cut last-minute rush for reservations. Travellers on trains will soon be able to book tickets 120 days in advance - instead of the current 60 days. On Tuesday, the railway......

Orient-Express likely to spurn $1.8bn Tata offer

The board of Orient-Express Hotels seems likely to reject the $1.8-billion takeover offer made by the Tatas, following reports their offer was undervalued and Orient share price was falling below......

What Bollywood was up to last weekend

The premiere of Shruti Merchant's Taj Express -- The Musical took place on Sunday at the National Centre for Performing Arts (NCPA) and was a star-studded affair. Several Bollywood......

Like Vidya's Recreation Of MS Subbulakshmi's Looks?

Photograph: Kind courtesy Vidya Balan/Instagram Vidya Balan paid tribute to legendary singer M S Subbulakshmi on her 108th birth anniversary by recreating some of her iconic looks. With the help......

'The Titan Flies Away Into The Ages'

'Some icons are living textbooks, teaching us about leadership, success, and legacy. Extraordinary yet human and approachable, they inspire and guide us.''India has lost a true son and champion.'......

Mohammed Rafi's Voice Remains Eternal

Forty four years after Mohammed Rafi's untimely demise on July 31, 1980, at the young age of 55, the singer's work continues to enjoy a musical afterlife on radio, television and modern streaming......

Shah Rukh, Rani Win Big At Awards Night

The Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards were held at Mumbai's Taj Lands End hotel on February 20, 2024. Rediff.com's Hitesh Harisinghani captures scenes from the event. Shah Rukh......

Why Anjali Sacrificed Her Career For Sachin

Anjali quickly decided not to pursue her career in medicine. If she had worked in a government hospital, she would have had to do her fair share of nights and weekends in hospital, which would have......

I have never been to college, but I think I did quite well: Dhoni

IMAGE: Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who will be seen in action in IPL 2023 later this year, expressed his gratitude towards his teachers. Photographs: Kind Courtesy Dr Shajir Gaffar/Instagram Teaching is......

Dismal revenue collection for Games OC

With the fall in sponsorship amount, coupled with poor ticket and merchandise sale, the total revenue collection of the Commonwealth Games Organising Committee is expected to come down to Rs 600......

Why Sania Mirza was denied entry to Taj Mahal

Sania Mirza poses outside the Taj Mahal in Agra. Photograph: PTI Tennis star Sania Mirza was disappointed that she could not see the Taj Mahal, the man-made marvel, during her visit to Agra city......

Praful Patel elected FIFA Council member

IMAGE: AIFF president Praful Patel, right, with FIFA president Gianni Infantino. Photograph: Praful Patel/Twitter All India Football Federation president Praful Patel was elected on Saturday as a......

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