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Managing Internet tech change wisely

Managing Internet tech change wisely

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

Ajit Balakrishnan on learning from past technology revolutions.

The inside story of Robert Vadra's realty business

The inside story of Robert Vadra's realty business

Rediff.com10 Oct 2012

Robert Vadra, who is at the centre of a controversy over his property dealings with realty giant DLF and others, began investing in real estate five years ago, in 2007-08.

Rishi Kapoor, dard-e-dil forever

Rishi Kapoor, dard-e-dil forever

Rediff.com2 May 2020

'Rishi Kapoor was a complete original.' 'He dazzled the screen and stayed a livewire off it as well,' remembers Sukanya Verma.

This man will help Modi govt to transform Indian businesses

This man will help Modi govt to transform Indian businesses

Rediff.com23 Sep 2014

The former McKinsey India head is presently on board of many big Indian conglomerates.

Sprint King Bolt, Yuvraj Singh get ready for face-off!

Sprint King Bolt, Yuvraj Singh get ready for face-off!

Rediff.com27 Aug 2014

Jamaican sprint superstar Usain Bolt will come to India next week to play a cricket match against a team that includes World Cup hero Yuvraj Singh.

FaceTime application: Apple faces lawsuit in China

FaceTime application: Apple faces lawsuit in China

Rediff.com8 Aug 2012

The plaintiff, identified as Lee, claims technology used in the video-calling application violates his patent.

Zenit win Russian Premier League

Zenit win Russian Premier League

Rediff.com29 Apr 2012

Ten-man Zenit St Petersburg beat Dynamo Moscow 2-1 on Saturday to claim a second consecutive Russian Premier League title with three games to spare.

'Baseless political witch-hunt': Vadra on BJP's charges

'Baseless political witch-hunt': Vadra on BJP's charges

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

Union minister Gajendra Shekhawat had alleged that the UPA called off Rafale deal after a private company linked to Vadra was not chosen as a broker.

On this Day: Birth of a chess legend; India lift Asia Cup

On this Day: Birth of a chess legend; India lift Asia Cup

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

Garry Kasparov hated losing but in defeat, to an "alien opponent" incapable of fear or the faintest flicker of emotion, the youngest of chess champions and greatest of grandmasters made history. He became a grandmaster at 17 and world champion at 22 in 1985 when the charismatic youngster beat Soviet establishment hero Anatoly Karpov.

Narayana Murthy bids farewell to Infosys

Narayana Murthy bids farewell to Infosys

Rediff.com22 Aug 2011

Infosys employees presented Murthy and his family members a sketch of his on a rice grain.

'Essential goods' classification puts e-commerce cos in a tizzy

'Essential goods' classification puts e-commerce cos in a tizzy

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

'It is unclear whether clothing or home items qualify as essential items. A lot of professionals are working from home, and they need electronics for their productivity. Does this qualify as essential?'

African Nations Cup: Mali beat Ghana to finish third

African Nations Cup: Mali beat Ghana to finish third

Rediff.com12 Feb 2012

Mali finished third at the African Nations Cup after two goals from Cheick Tidiane Diabate delivered a 2-0 win over 10-man Ghana on Saturday.

25 Memorable Dilip Kumar Films

25 Memorable Dilip Kumar Films

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

Remembering an incomparable actor by re-visiting his finest films.

Rainbow nation turns gold as Springboks lift World Cup

Rainbow nation turns gold as Springboks lift World Cup

Rediff.com2 Nov 2019

It was a scene destined for posterity, and sporting showreels the world over, and one which prompted tears from South Africans on the field and off it.

'Hanuman Garhi temple was built by a Muslim ruler'

'Hanuman Garhi temple was built by a Muslim ruler'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

'He also granted the temple freedom from all taxes and decreed that no one could litigate against it ever.'

WTF News! It's Weird, True and Funny

WTF News! It's Weird, True and Funny

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

Here's your weekly digest of the craziest stories from around the world.

The mouse that bit Microsoft

The mouse that bit Microsoft

Rediff.com6 Aug 2008

Microsoft, which is usually at the receiving end of patent suits, has filed an infringement case against Primax Electronics of Taiwan for using its mouse technology.

PICS: Australia vs India, 3rd Test, Day 4

PICS: Australia vs India, 3rd Test, Day 4

Rediff.com10 Jan 2021

Images from Day 4 of the third Test between Australia and India, at the SCG, on Sunday.

The mysterious case of Mr. Cricket

The mysterious case of Mr. Cricket

Rediff.com22 Feb 2011

Cricketer chosen for world cup squad. Gets injured. Is axed. Resurfaces before teams first match and says he is fit and is ready to play for his state team. National selectors embarrassed. Rumours abound. Controversy erupts, leaving everyone involved red-faced.

Was anybody sexier than George Michael?

Was anybody sexier than George Michael?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2016

The man who made us realise the kitchen table wasn't an exotic enough location has left us. He was too hot for Earth anyway, mourns Raja Sen.

Pepe joins Besiktas after 10 controversy-filled years at Real Madrid

Pepe joins Besiktas after 10 controversy-filled years at Real Madrid

Rediff.com5 Jul 2017

His contract with Real expired last month and, according to reports in the Turkish media, he will sign a two-year contract with Besiktas.

'Quality' Spurs unafraid of starry Real Madrid

'Quality' Spurs unafraid of starry Real Madrid

Rediff.com16 Oct 2017

The Danish international scored the winner as Spurs beat Bournemouth 1-0 in the Premier League on Saturday and Eriksen has set his sights on another good showing against the European champions at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Arunachal: Where Elephants Roam at 10,000 feet

Arunachal: Where Elephants Roam at 10,000 feet

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

'This is the only place on earth where Elephas maximus climbs to these heights.'

9/11: 20 Years Later, A Father Mourns A Dead Son

9/11: 20 Years Later, A Father Mourns A Dead Son

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

Dates like 9/11 should never be allowed to pass by forgotten because terrorism is not to be borne, inhumanity is not to borne.

The odd, odd world we live in!

The odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com3 Apr 2019

We live in a wonderfully, weird world and here's the proof of it!

Rana Kapoor: Banker gone Rogue

Rana Kapoor: Banker gone Rogue

Rediff.com9 Jan 2021

'The book captures Rana Kapoor's hunger for real estate leading to bungalows in Delhi, Mumbai, London and other cities; the multiple companies -- over 100 -- to fund his family's various ventures; the attempt to game the system by showing lower non-performing assets,' notes Joydeep Ghosh.

McDonald's withdraws 'insulting' ad

McDonald's withdraws 'insulting' ad

Rediff.com22 Jun 2005

The Xi'an branch of US-based fast-food giant McDonald's has withdrawn a commercial, in which a Chinese man is shown begging for a discount, as the local public found it "insulting", the state media reported on Wednesday.

Shashi Kapoor, the Rahul Dravid of Indian cinema

Shashi Kapoor, the Rahul Dravid of Indian cinema

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

'Dashing, charismatic and impossibly good looking, a to-the-manor-born superstar who walked the tightrope between mainstream potboilers and arty parallel cinema with amazing grace.'

'Humans have never learned from history'

'Humans have never learned from history'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

'We need to retell this history from many different perspectives.'

Kamal Haasan delivers with Manmadhan Ambu

Kamal Haasan delivers with Manmadhan Ambu

Rediff.com23 Dec 2010

Manmadhan Ambu is Kamal Hassan's film all the way!

Who will win USOC honours? Serena Williams or Simone Biles

Who will win USOC honours? Serena Williams or Simone Biles

Rediff.com6 Nov 2015

Serena Williams, Simone Biles and Ted Ligety were among the finalists for United States Olympic Committee (USOC) male and female athletes of year honours announced on Thursday.

Baseball legend, 'Hammerin' Hank' Aaron, dies at 86

Baseball legend, 'Hammerin' Hank' Aaron, dies at 86

Rediff.com23 Jan 2021

'He grew up poor and faced racism as he worked to become one of the greatest baseball players of all time. Hank never let the hatred he faced consume him.'

La Liga: Real teenager Vinicius bitten by Atletico player in reserve derby

La Liga: Real teenager Vinicius bitten by Atletico player in reserve derby

Rediff.com3 Sep 2018

Joaquin, 37, became the oldest scorer in a Seville top-flight derby when he rose to head home at the near post in the 79th minute, shortly after the visitors had had midfielder Roque Mesa sent off for two bookings.

A better world after Covid?

A better world after Covid?

Rediff.com13 May 2020

It is time to shrug off the ideological shackles about the way we work, play and live, says Ajit Balakrishnan.

Why Singur was on the boil in 1969

Why Singur was on the boil in 1969

Rediff.com17 Jun 2011

While Tata Motors had to shift its Rs 100,000-car project in 2008, JK Organisation had move all its businesses from the state way back in 1969.

Sabeer Bhatia's next mega project

Sabeer Bhatia's next mega project

Rediff.com11 Oct 2010

The Live Documents service offered by the Bhatia-promoted InstaColl is already a big success in India, especially among the education fraternity.

When YOUR superheroes showed up in New York!

When YOUR superheroes showed up in New York!

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

The New York Comic Con played host to the latest and greatest in comics, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, toys, movies and television.

REWIND: India in photos over the last 48 hours

REWIND: India in photos over the last 48 hours

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

Here's a recap of the big events that shaped the nation over the weekend.

Euro 2020: Five scintillating strikes of Round 3

Euro 2020: Five scintillating strikes of Round 3

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

Rediff.com looks at the five best goals from the concluding round in the league stage.

Rathore, Tendulkar, Anand, Sehwag mourn Vajpayee

Rathore, Tendulkar, Anand, Sehwag mourn Vajpayee

Rediff.com16 Aug 2018

Sports fraternity mourns former PM Vajpayee's demise