News for '-department-of-communications'

Newark rescinds sister-city agreement with 'United States of Kailasa'

Newark rescinds sister-city agreement with 'United States of Kailasa'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

The city of Newark in the United States state of New Jersey has rescinded a sister-city agreement with the so-called 'United States of Kailasa', founded by Indian fugitive Nithyananda, citing deceptive circumstances surrounding the fictional country and terming the incident as regrettable.

Nithyananda's Kailasa cons 30 US cities with 'sister city' pact

Nithyananda's Kailasa cons 30 US cities with 'sister city' pact

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

Self-proclaimed godman and fugitive Nithyananda's 'United States of Kailasa' has signed a 'cultural partnership' with over 30 American cities, a media report has said, days after the city of Newark in the United States state of New Jersey said it rescinded a 'sister-city' agreement with the fictional country.

The Elephant Who's A TV & SM Star

The Elephant Who's A TV & SM Star

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

As media phenomenon, Arikomban is in a different league. Efforts to capture the elephant were telecast live. Local three-wheeler drivers started a fans association for the pachyderm. A film has now been announced based on Arikomban's life.

Another Pune institute receives 'explosive' parcel and threat letter

Another Pune institute receives 'explosive' parcel and threat letter

Rediff.com10 May 2016

The Department of Communication and Journalism located in Ranade Institute building in Deccan area here, got the packet, with content similar to what was found in the FTII parcel on Saturday.

Has India lost out in the global 5G race?

Has India lost out in the global 5G race?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

Several factors have held India back. One is DoT policy somersaults and lack of clarity on whether to or not to ban Chinese gear makers.

Cyber security threat to India is real

Cyber security threat to India is real

Rediff.com5 Aug 2009

The attackers are not confined to information infrastructures and geographical boundaries. They exploit network interconnections and navigate easily through the infrastructure. More worryingly, these cyber criminals are becoming more skilled at masking their behaviour.

Reason #2659 to stay off Facebook: You're likely to get conned

Reason #2659 to stay off Facebook: You're likely to get conned

Rediff.com16 Sep 2014

A study has revealed that Facebook users are more likely to fall for social media scams.

Pune Univ extends mass comm application deadline

Pune Univ extends mass comm application deadline

Rediff.com19 Jun 2006

The University of Pune, Department of Communication and Journalism, has extended the application deadline for its Masters Programme in Mass Communication and Journalism and PG Diploma in Journalism (Marathi/ English medium).

Want to be a journalist?

Want to be a journalist?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2006

The University of Pune, Department of Communication and Journalism, will conduct a common aptitude test for admission to its Master and Diploma Programmes in Mass Communication and Journalism.

Alert: PG course in communication and journalism

Alert: PG course in communication and journalism

Rediff.com16 Jun 2004

Alert: PG course in communication and journalism

Rajan not top-paid man at RBI!

Rajan not top-paid man at RBI!

Rediff.com25 Apr 2016

Rajan's total 'monthly emoluments' stands at Rs 198,700

Security OR Privacy: What would YOU choose?

Security OR Privacy: What would YOU choose?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2013

While the government's new Central Monitoring System looks extremely impressive on the technological front and could be a vital tool to fight terrorism, there are several questions regarding the privacy aspect that are being raised. Vicky Nanjappa reports