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Astounding images from the 2019 Sony World Photography Awards

Astounding images from the 2019 Sony World Photography Awards

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

Talented photographers from across the world have been named as winners of diverse open categories at the Sony World Photography Awards -- and the champions were judged on just a single image. Faced with hundreds of thousands of entries, the judges have chosen a winner for each of ten categories that include architecture, culture and landscape. Also announced were the winners of the National Awards. Chosen from the same pool of images as the open competition, the National Award recognises the best entrant from each of 62 countries.

Sheikh Hasina Meets Advani, Sonia

Sheikh Hasina Meets Advani, Sonia

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Bangladesh's prime minister met Advaniji and Soniaji on her short visit to New Delhi.

Delhi coaching centre deaths: What the FIR says

Delhi coaching centre deaths: What the FIR says

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

The Delhi Police has registered a first information report (FIR) and formed multiple teams to probe the Rajinder Nagar coaching centre flooding incident which killed three IAS aspirants, officials said on Sunday.

Disney-Reliance merger may include compromises, watchdogs warn of 'monopoly'

Disney-Reliance merger may include compromises, watchdogs warn of 'monopoly'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

Reuters reported earlier this week that the Competition Commission of India (CCI) has sent a warning notice to the companies expressing concern that the merged entity will effectively have a monopoly on cricket broadcast rights worth billions of dollars, allowing it to squeeze advertisers.

RIL's 'Paramount' dream to be a media giant

RIL's 'Paramount' dream to be a media giant

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Paramount Global has agreed to sell its 13 per cent stake in its Indian TV business to Reliance Industries for Rs 4,286 crore, the Indian firm said on Thursday. In a stock exchange filing, Reliance said it has signed a binding agreement with two subsidiaries of Paramount Global to acquire 13.01 per cent equity stake of Viacom 18 Media Private Limited held by Paramount Global. Similarly, in a filing on the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Paramount Global said the closing of the transaction is subject to the satisfaction of certain customary conditions, including receipt of applicable regulatory approvals, as well as the completion of a previously announced joint venture involving Reliance, Viacom18 and Star Disney.

Badrinath Temple Opens After Winter

Badrinath Temple Opens After Winter

Rediff.com13 May 2024

The Badrinath temple in the Garhwal Himalayas in Uttarakhand opened for devotees on Sunday, May 12, 2024, after remaining closed during the winter.

When Will This Heat Wave End?

When Will This Heat Wave End?

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Sweltering conditions prevail across the land.

In Search Of Water

In Search Of Water

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Francis Mascarenhas/Reuters captures scenes of villagers fetching water from the Vaitarna river, which flows from Trimbakeshwar to Palghar, and is also a source of water for Mumbai city.

Party time? This Sony speaker will steal the show

Party time? This Sony speaker will steal the show

Rediff.com30 Jul 2019

A rich sound quality notwithstanding, the SRS-XB22 looks like any other device in its segment, but the SRS-XB32 stands out with its noteworthy additional features.

Why Movies Get Into Trouble...

Why Movies Get Into Trouble...

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

They try to hide behind the smokescreen that these are works of fiction inspired by real events. So, you can pick and choose from facts and fictionalise to push the right triggers with your audience or appease the powers that be, observes Shekhar Gupta.

Foxconn Betting Big on South India

Foxconn Betting Big on South India

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

Foxconn's business in India has grown to over $10 billion till 2024.

What led to basement flooding which killed 3 students

What led to basement flooding which killed 3 students

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

According to the officials, the three-storey coaching institute, surrounded by residential and commercial establishments, had permission to use the basement as a store room, but it was being used as library in violation of the rules.

PE/VC investments drop by 35% in April at $4.4 bn

PE/VC investments drop by 35% in April at $4.4 bn

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Investments by private equity and venture capital funds declined by 35 per cent to $4.4 billion in April compared with $6.8 billion in the year-ago period, a report said on Thursday. The number of deals in April stood at 98, which was 56 per cent higher than the year-ago period, the report by EY, a consultancy firm, and industry lobby grouping IVCA said.

Regina Makes A Pledge

Regina Makes A Pledge

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

Monday was a busy day for film folk, and we tell you just how they spent it.

Impressions: Sony Xperia Z Ultra

Impressions: Sony Xperia Z Ultra

Rediff.com22 Sep 2013

Sony's flagship phone has a brilliant hardware under the hood but leaves too many areas neglected.

From Wushu champ to UFC winner: Puja's journey to MMA

From Wushu champ to UFC winner: Puja's journey to MMA

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

She has competed in other tournaments including Matrix Fight Night, where she won the straw-weight title twice.

36 Days Review: Yawn Fest

36 Days Review: Yawn Fest

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

When it gets to its silly climax where the dots are finally joined, you can't help but see how cheap these thrills are, sighs Mayur Sanap.

Chhota Bheem: The Curse of Damyaan: Fun Ride With Few Bumps

Chhota Bheem: The Curse of Damyaan: Fun Ride With Few Bumps

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Chhota Bheem: The Curse of Damyaan is a fun movie, its adventurous story and lovable characters make it worth watching with family, notes Riddhi Soni.

Another drug lab unearthed in Rajasthan, 6 more held

Another drug lab unearthed in Rajasthan, 6 more held

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

A total of 149 kgs of mephedrone or 'meow meow' drug (both in powder and liquid form), 50 kg ephedrine, and 200 litres of acetone was recovered from the three labs located in Bhinmal of Jalore district and Osian in Jodhpur district of Rajasthan and Gandhinagar in Gujarat, the officer said.

How Sony Xperia raced ahead of the Samsung S9!

How Sony Xperia raced ahead of the Samsung S9!

Rediff.com28 Feb 2018

All you need to know about the Sony Xperia XZ2 and Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact.

'My Father Never Left The Path Of Truth And Honesty'

'My Father Never Left The Path Of Truth And Honesty'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

To tell us about your father, just mail us at getahead@rediff.co.in (subject: My father) along with your name, the place where you live, your father's name and picture and your message about him.

Sizzling Pataka Styles

Sizzling Pataka Styles

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

They will bring out the sexy diva in you!

Dhoni, Sakshi Party In Goa

Dhoni, Sakshi Party In Goa

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Mahendra Singh Dhoni looked quite the hunk in his new look sporting long locks.

IAS coaching where 3 died 'flouted norms'; owner, coordinator arrested

IAS coaching where 3 died 'flouted norms'; owner, coordinator arrested

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

The owner and the coordinator of a coaching centre where three civil services aspirants died due to rain-induced flooding in the basement were arrested on Sunday even as protests erupted in the area over the incident.

RIL's media rejig makes Sony deal less likely

RIL's media rejig makes Sony deal less likely

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

From Network18 perspective, this helps reduce dependence on ads and helps especially in times of slower GDP growth.

Lalu's Daughter Ready To Take On Rudy

Lalu's Daughter Ready To Take On Rudy

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

Dr Rohini Acharya -- the Rashtriya Janata Dal candidate from the Saran Lok Sabha constituency -- filed her nomination papers for the Lok Sabha elections, April 29, 2024, accompanied by her father and RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav, mother Rabri Devi and younger brother Tejashwi Yadav.

'Imagine Dying Like This, And That Too In Delhi'

'Imagine Dying Like This, And That Too In Delhi'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

'They charge such high fees and offer us this safety. Our lives have become a mockery.'

Viewership: Zee beats Sony

Viewership: Zee beats Sony

Rediff.com14 Feb 2006

Sony Photo Awards: 12 STUNNING shots!

Sony Photo Awards: 12 STUNNING shots!

Rediff.com3 Mar 2015

The 2015 edition of the Sony World Photography Awards, the world's biggest photography competition, has announced the shortlists.

At 65K, Would You Buy OnePlus 12?

At 65K, Would You Buy OnePlus 12?

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

The main reason for any consumer to buy an expensive smartphone is its camera.

Rau's IAS Study Circle: What You Must Know

Rau's IAS Study Circle: What You Must Know

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Rau's felt the need to be where the action was.
The institute that once drew largely elite students also decided to expand its base and cater to a wider pool.

Ambika Soni rejects reports of quitting Congress

Ambika Soni rejects reports of quitting Congress

Rediff.com21 Jul 2017

She said she had told the party leadership last year that it was difficult to travel in the three hill states due to her health.

Recipe: Jayanti's Haldi Ki Sabzi

Recipe: Jayanti's Haldi Ki Sabzi

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Try out this dish before summer sets in.

Tulips, Tulips Everywhere!

Tulips, Tulips Everywhere!

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Asia's largest tulip garden in Srinagar has with 1.7 million tulips!

Zee shares tumble 12%; hit lower circuit limit

Zee shares tumble 12%; hit lower circuit limit

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

Shares of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL) tumbled 12 per cent in the mid-session trade on Wednesday amid reports of capital market regulator Sebi has unearthed a financial discrepancy exceeding USD 241 million (nearly Rs 2,000 crore) in the accounts of the company. The stock of the company nosedived 11.58 per cent to Rs 170.65 apiece on the BSE. ZEEL shares plunged 11.39 per cent to Rs 170.70 per piece on the NSE.

Who Did RBI Governor Vote For?

Who Did RBI Governor Vote For?

Rediff.com20 May 2024

Scenes from polling stations in Mumbai which voted in the Lok Sabha election on Monday, May 20, 2024.

'The Audience Can't Be Tricked'

'The Audience Can't Be Tricked'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

'In the audience's mind there is no urgency to go see a film in the theatre.' 'If you pay for social media buzz it does not convert into bums on seats.'

Sony eyes up to 30% pie in Network18 after Zee bid fails

Sony eyes up to 30% pie in Network18 after Zee bid fails

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

Apart from a stake buy, some other options on the table include a merger of the entertainment businesses of Sony and Network18 Media.

Disney-Star & RIL JV will see loss of $400 mn on $3.5 bn revenue next FY

Disney-Star & RIL JV will see loss of $400 mn on $3.5 bn revenue next FY

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Both sports and digital will drag down the healthy operating margins that entertainment television continues to make.

Most dramatic images courtesy Sony Alpha Photo Awards

Most dramatic images courtesy Sony Alpha Photo Awards

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

Cue the drum roll... A 'breathtaking, vast and intimidating' image of ocean waves crashing has won the top prize in a prestigious photography competition celebrating Australian and New Zealand snappers. The Alpha Awards was designed to showcase the work of Australian and New Zealand photographers on Sony Alpha lenses. Take a look at the stunning shots.