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'A Revolution In Indian Languages Is Waiting To Be Unleashed'

'A Revolution In Indian Languages Is Waiting To Be Unleashed'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

'The Bhashini Mission has delivered a working technology at large scale, which is as good as or better than the one with MNC tech giants.'

J&J to pay Rs 25 lakh each to 67 victims of faulty ASR hip implants

J&J to pay Rs 25 lakh each to 67 victims of faulty ASR hip implants

Rediff.com31 May 2019

Of the 289 faulty hip implant victims identified, 93 patients had undergone revision surgeries. The company, however, said it could reach only 67 patients and would pay Rs 25 lakh each to the other 26 as well after verifying their claims and if those patients approached J&J.

Faulty hip implants: Centre to ask J&J to compensate victims

Faulty hip implants: Centre to ask J&J to compensate victims

Rediff.com30 Aug 2018

Once the patients are identified, the government will decide on the quantum of compensation in each case and then approach J&J for claim settlement.

PM urged to drop 'harsh' norms on sale, promotion of tobacco products

PM urged to drop 'harsh' norms on sale, promotion of tobacco products

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

New proposals like booking of retailers selling loose cigarettes and 7 years of imprisonment, are unacceptable, traders argued.

CSR disclosure: India ranks 4th in Asia

CSR disclosure: India ranks 4th in Asia

Rediff.com29 Oct 2009

India has been named among the top 10 Asian countries who are paying an increasing importance towards corporate social responsibility disclosure norms, a survey says.

Why is IAF sitting on HAL's Tejas proposal?

Why is IAF sitting on HAL's Tejas proposal?

Rediff.com22 Jan 2019

'The air force has treated the Tejas like a step child.' 'The Tejas has grown in capability, but the IAF has preferred foreign fighters like the Rafale.'

Maid jumped from third floor; arm amputated in hospital, says Saudi employer

Maid jumped from third floor; arm amputated in hospital, says Saudi employer

Rediff.com10 Oct 2015

The Saudi sponsor said that Munirathinam's right hand was amputated as a result of her failed attempt to flee by jumping from a window.

Renault launches Duster All Wheel Drive at Rs 11.89 lakh

Renault launches Duster All Wheel Drive at Rs 11.89 lakh

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

The mileage of the SUV is 19.72 kmpl.

Cognizant to significantly expand local hiring in US

Cognizant to significantly expand local hiring in US

Rediff.com8 May 2017

Firm to prune domestic costs through initiatives such as voluntary separation

'It will be an insult to Rae Bareli if Sonia loses'

'It will be an insult to Rae Bareli if Sonia loses'

Rediff.com4 May 2019

Voters in Rae Bareli said they feel an emotional connection with the Gandhi family.

Tejas Mark-I fails to meet IAF criteria, has 53 shortfalls: CAG

Tejas Mark-I fails to meet IAF criteria, has 53 shortfalls: CAG

Rediff.com8 May 2015

It came under severe criticism from the CAG on Friday as it pointed out that its Mark-I version has 53 'significant shortfalls'.

Kashmir curfew ends, but separatists' shutdown continues

Kashmir curfew ends, but separatists' shutdown continues

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

Curfew was on Monday lifted from the entire Valley except three police station areas 51 days after it was clamped to maintain law and order.

Volkswagen Tiguan: Pleasure to drive

Volkswagen Tiguan: Pleasure to drive

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

Volkswagen Tiguan's refreshing design and array of features could give its competitors run for their money, says Joshua David Luther.

Mercedes-Benz unveils new B Class at Rs 27.95 lakh

Mercedes-Benz unveils new B Class at Rs 27.95 lakh

Rediff.com11 Mar 2015

Power and torque outputs have been upped.

US tells China: Return our underwater drone now

US tells China: Return our underwater drone now

Rediff.com17 Dec 2016

The United States has asked China to "immediately" return its unmanned naval probe in international waters in the South China Sea which it alleged has been "unlawfully" seized by them.

Volkswagen GTI is a lovely hot hatchback

Volkswagen GTI is a lovely hot hatchback

Rediff.com25 Dec 2017

The car promises to offer oodles of performance and fun, but at a price. Is it worth all that money? Indian automobile website MotorBeam finds out.

As an overall package, the Skoda Superb is impressive

As an overall package, the Skoda Superb is impressive

Rediff.com4 Jan 2018

Skoda Superb

You will fall in love with this Mercedes SUV!

You will fall in love with this Mercedes SUV!

Rediff.com26 May 2016

The Mercedes GLA SUV looks spectacular from every angle.

Sushma Swaraj in Iran with an aim to boost ties

Sushma Swaraj in Iran with an aim to boost ties

Rediff.com16 Apr 2016

India has been eyeing deeper energy ties with Iran and has already lined up $20 billion as investment in oil and gas as well as in petrochemical and fertiliser sectors there.

Mercedes-Benz GLA: You can't find a better looking SUV

Mercedes-Benz GLA: You can't find a better looking SUV

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

It's in the looks department that Mercedes-Benz's new compact sports utility vehicle, the GLA, scores over its competition in the luxury segment.

Saudi King Abdullah dies; brother Salman takes over reins

Saudi King Abdullah dies; brother Salman takes over reins

Rediff.com23 Jan 2015

Saudi Arabia's Saudi King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz died on Friday and his half-brother Salman took over reigns of the world's top oil exporting nation in a smooth transition of power, calling for "unity and solidarity" among Muslims.