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HC orders Cong to take down AI video of Modi and his mother

HC orders Cong to take down AI video of Modi and his mother

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

The Patna High Court has directed the Congress party to remove an AI-generated video from its social media platforms that depicted Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his late mother. The court's order came in response to a petition alleging the video was defamatory and violated election laws.

All You Want To Know About EPF Withdrawals

All You Want To Know About EPF Withdrawals

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

The 100 per cent withdrawal provision and the 25 per cent minimum balance provision have led to some confusion.

Bengaluru Faces Urban Breakdown

Bengaluru Faces Urban Breakdown

Rediff.com22 Oct 2025

Bengaluru is at a critical juncture, where its economic model, reliant on attracting and retaining skilled professionals, is directly threatened by a measurable decline in urban quality of life, point out Shishir Gupta and Rishita Sachdeva.

Rentals on rise: Robust office space demand set to benefit landowners

Rentals on rise: Robust office space demand set to benefit landowners

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Office space owners are looking at good times ahead as rentals are expected to rise due to demand for Grade A office spaces outpacing supply that has been sluggish due to construction delays, long gestation periods and developers' interests shifting to residential.

Cost of H-1B fee hike? $500 mn for 5,000 new filings

Cost of H-1B fee hike? $500 mn for 5,000 new filings

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

The magnitude of the new H-1B visa application fee for fresh petitions - math of which works out to USD 500 million in case of 5,000 filings - may nudge IT companies to expand offshore delivery or increase local hiring, according to Motilal Oswal Financial Services.

India, US Push To Futureproof Trade Ties

India, US Push To Futureproof Trade Ties

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

India is seeking either an exemption or a longer timeline on the pharmaceutical tariffs, expected to kick in by July 31.

H1B Visa Hike: Come Back Home, Say Experts

H1B Visa Hike: Come Back Home, Say Experts

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

'Returning Indians can leverage their international skills and the strong funding environment for start-ups here.'

Delhi HC protects Abhishek Bachchan's personality rights

Delhi HC protects Abhishek Bachchan's personality rights

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The Delhi high court has protected the personality rights of Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan, restraining websites and online platforms from illegally using his name or images for commercial gain without his consent.

Ditch Quick-Money Lures This Diwali!

Ditch Quick-Money Lures This Diwali!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

: Build lasting wealth via disciplined, long-term mutual fund investing in India's compounding marathon, Shanaihi, Shanaihi, says Ramalingam Kalirajan

From 1905 cry to Modi's 'Vocal for Local': NCERT's new Swadeshi lessons

From 1905 cry to Modi's 'Vocal for Local': NCERT's new Swadeshi lessons

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Two modules published by the NCERT, Swadeshi: Vocal for Local (for middle stage) and Swadeshi: For a Self-Reliant India (for secondary stage), carry excerpts from the prime minister's Independence Day address in which he stressed that self-reliance would drive India's journey towards a Viksit Bharat.

Iran lifts ban on WhatsApp, Google Play; eases internet blockades

Iran lifts ban on WhatsApp, Google Play; eases internet blockades

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

The decision, which comes after a meeting with top government officials, marks a new phase in the easing of internet blockades that have restricted access to major global platforms for some time.

RBI outlines steps to improve EPFO's investment management

RBI outlines steps to improve EPFO's investment management

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

The RBI advisory follows a labour ministry request earlier this year seeking the central bank's expertise to identify gaps in EPFO's investment strategy and fund management practices, including accounting, risk management, and internal governance.

Is Paytm Out Of The Woods?

Is Paytm Out Of The Woods?

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

'This marks a turning point for Paytm, with the regulatory environment looking much clearer than it has been in the last two years.'

How Rejection Built Billion Dollar Brand

How Rejection Built Billion Dollar Brand

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

'Stop fearing 'No' and build your empire. 'By embracing rejection, you gain clarity, data and a stronger team, paving the way for inevitable growth,' Mamaearth Co-Founder Ghazal Alagh tells aspiring entrepreneurs.

'We Will Remove Modi From Delhi, BJP From Bihar'

'We Will Remove Modi From Delhi, BJP From Bihar'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'Without our support Nitish Kumar wouldn't have become chief minister.' 'After the government was formed we became ministers, but our agenda remained the same: Amit Shah had promised reservation for Nishads.' 'He wouldn't listen, so we went to UP and contested 52 seats in the 2022 elections. He didn't like the idea of rebellion.' 'He saw that this man, coming from Bombay, is very sharp. He's made four MLAs now, tomorrow he'll make 40. A time will come when they will make it 125.' 'They bought our MLAs and ousted us from the government.'

Wankhede to amend defamation suit on Ba***ds...

Wankhede to amend defamation suit on Ba***ds...

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

The Delhi High Court questioned IRS officer Sameer Wankhede over the maintainability of his defamation suit against Shahrukh Khan, Red Chillies Entertainment, and Netflix for allegedly maligning his reputation in their series 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood'.

How Vibe Coding is Redefining IT Hiring

How Vibe Coding is Redefining IT Hiring

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

People with no knowledge of coding or computer languages can use vibe coding using plain English command with AI-assisted software development.

EPF@8.25%: Is It Really Worth It?

EPF@8.25%: Is It Really Worth It?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Here's unlocking the real story behind your EPF's 8.25% interest and what it truly means for your retirement kitty.

How EPS Turns Part Of Your PF Into Lifelong Income

How EPS Turns Part Of Your PF Into Lifelong Income

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Let's decode how EPS works, who qualifies, and how pensions are calculated, using simple examples for different salary levels.

How To Make Online Gaming Safe For Your Kids

How To Make Online Gaming Safe For Your Kids

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

Gaming and cyber security experts suggest how kids and parents can stay aware to fight the growing threats and miscreants who act from behind the screen.

Meta slams CCI's data sharing order; tells tribunal it's flawed

Meta slams CCI's data sharing order; tells tribunal it's flawed

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Meta on Tuesday argued before appellate tribunal NCLAT that the CCI had provided no reasons for imposing a 5-year ban on the sharing of data between Meta and WhatsApp for advertisement purposes, as its counsel alleged "flawed approach" and "seven misses" by the fair trade regulator in its order.

Info Edge named India's most successful venture investor

Info Edge named India's most successful venture investor

Rediff.com27 Sep 2025

Naukri.com-parent Info Edge, whose long-term bets on Indian startups ranging from Zomato to Policybazaar yielded blockbuster returns, has been named the country's most successful venture investor, cementing its reputation as a standout player in India's startup ecosystem. The firm, helmed by Sanjeev Bikhchandani - often referred to as India's Warren Buffett- invested a total capital of Rs 3,959.16 crore across platforms over the last one and a half decades.

Delhi HC protects Karan Johar's personality rights

Delhi HC protects Karan Johar's personality rights

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

The Delhi High Court has protected the personality and publicity rights of filmmaker and producer Karan Johar by restraining several websites and platforms from illegally using his name, image and persona for commercial gains.

'Fruits Of Vikas Have Not Reached Dalits Under Nitish Kumar'

'Fruits Of Vikas Have Not Reached Dalits Under Nitish Kumar'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

'We have 38 Dalits who are MLAs and ministers. But that does not mean the Dalits of Bihar are prospering.'

Kunbi Tag For Marathas Triggers Quota Chaos In Maharashtra

Kunbi Tag For Marathas Triggers Quota Chaos In Maharashtra

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

The BJP-led government's decision to grant Kunbi status to individuals from the Maratha community has opened a Pandora's box.

Fired by belief, Siraj redeems himself to take India home

Fired by belief, Siraj redeems himself to take India home

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

'I woke up in the morning and checked google on my phone and took out a 'Believe' emoji wallpaper and told myself that I will do it for the country.'

MI6 launches dark web portal to recruit spies worldwide

MI6 launches dark web portal to recruit spies worldwide

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

MI6 launches a dark web portal, 'Silent Courier,' to recruit spies globally, targeting Russia and other regions. The initiative aims to enhance UK's intelligence capabilities against growing threats.

ADIF files complaint with CCI against Google for anti-competitive practices

ADIF files complaint with CCI against Google for anti-competitive practices

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

The Alliance of Digital India Foundation (ADIF), an industry body for startup ecosystem and app developers, on Monday filed a complaint with the Competition Commission of India (CCI) against technology major Google for alleged anti-competitive practices in online advertising. The complaint outlined Google's dominant position and alleged abusive behaviour in both the online search and online display advertising.

'It's Becoming Very Difficult To Deal With America'

'It's Becoming Very Difficult To Deal With America'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

'New announcements are made every day which brings tremendous amount of instability and uncertainty.' 'Relying on America has become a big problem.'

How Your Grievances Can Be Fixed!

How Your Grievances Can Be Fixed!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

CPGRAMS -- an online platform available to citizens 24x7 to lodge their grievances to public authorities on service delivery -- has existed for close to two decades. But it has never been this active, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Coming Up, World Corporate Chess In Goa

Coming Up, World Corporate Chess In Goa

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

'India is quickly becoming the beating heart of modern chess, and its role as an economic power is more and more visible.'

Rs 40K Salary Can Make You A Crorepati!

Rs 40K Salary Can Make You A Crorepati!

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

You don't need a six-figure salary to build wealth -- you need discipline and a smart plan, says Ramalingam Kalirajan. and shows you how

TCS likely to be hit hard by Trump's H-1B visa fee hike

TCS likely to be hit hard by Trump's H-1B visa fee hike

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

According to the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), Amazon had 10,044 workers using H-1B visas as of June, 2025. Coming in at the second spot was TCS with 5,505 H-1B visas approved.

'Google Wallet' for Android users in India launched

'Google Wallet' for Android users in India launched

Rediff.com8 May 2024

Tech titan Google on Wednesday launched the Google Wallet app for Android users in India, allowing them to securely store essentials like boarding passes, loyalty cards, event tickets, and public transport passes. The digital wallet, which becomes operational in India from Wednesday, comes as a complementary service to existing payment app Google Pay, a top official said.

Why Trust In Ambani, Adani, India Inc Is Vital

Why Trust In Ambani, Adani, India Inc Is Vital

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Who else will take on the might of Microsoft, Google, and Amazon if not the Adanis, Ambanis, Birlas, or Tatas?, asks R Jagannathan.

Is Arundhati Roy Scared Of The Really Powerful?

Is Arundhati Roy Scared Of The Really Powerful?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'Arundhati Roy is like a ballerina performing on a high wire, cool, supremely at ease but conscious of all the adoring eyes on her,' notes P Vijaya Kumar.

Find Out Who Ruled Google in 2024

Find Out Who Ruled Google in 2024

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

A major surprise in the 2024 Google search trends was the absence of iconic names like Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, M S Dhoni, and Virat Kohli from the list of the top 10 most-searched athletes.

I'll always be friends with Modi, just don't like...: Trump

I'll always be friends with Modi, just don't like...: Trump

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Trump also said he is "very disappointed" that India would be buying "so much oil" from Russia.

'H1-B visa fee is not about protecting American jobs, but...'

'H1-B visa fee is not about protecting American jobs, but...'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

'Immigrants have always been America's greatest strength, building prosperity, breakthroughs, and communities that enrich us all. Instead of embracing that strength, Trump is clamping down on every form of immigration, tearing families apart, destabilising businesses, and weakening our economy'

H-1B fee: Indian industry to spruce up local US hiring, says Nasscom

H-1B fee: Indian industry to spruce up local US hiring, says Nasscom

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Nasscom on Monday said the US clarification that the H-1B visa fee hike will not affect current visa holders and will apply as a one-time fee only to fresh petitions has helped address the immediate ambiguity surrounding eligibility and timelines.