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How Much Was SRK Paid For Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa?

How Much Was SRK Paid For Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa?

Rediff.com4 Jun 2024

Bollywood is full of interesting stories and anecdotes. We bring you some fun facts!

VCs are betting big on radio taxi services

VCs are betting big on radio taxi services

Rediff.com27 Feb 2014

Five deals worth $30 million had taken place in 2013 against $7 million in 2012.

Is He India's Finest Director Of Romcoms?

Is He India's Finest Director Of Romcoms?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

Girish AD doesn't make romantic comedies so much as he elevates the genre, observes Sreehari Nair.

'My Life Was In Danger'

'My Life Was In Danger'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

'I received many threatening calls and letters.' 'A fatwa was issued against me.'

2G spectrum: Centre moves SC for modification of 2012 verdict, here is why

2G spectrum: Centre moves SC for modification of 2012 verdict, here is why

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

On Monday, Attorney General R Venkataramani, appearing for the Centre, mentioned an interim application before a bench of Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justice J B Pardiwala.

India made G20 more inclusive, African Union included: Modi

India made G20 more inclusive, African Union included: Modi

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

In his monthly Mann Ki Baat radio broadcast, Modi also said that India is fully prepared for the G20 leaders summit, and heads of 40 countries and many global organisations are coming to Delhi to participate in the event.

Cheetahs won't be relocated: Union minister after 8th death

Cheetahs won't be relocated: Union minister after 8th death

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

Yadav's comments came amid concern expressed by some experts on the cheetah project and that some recent deaths could possibly be due to infection caused by radio collars though that is highly unusual and collars have been used in wildlife conservation in India for over two decades.

Next-gen air-defence missile Akash tested successfully

Next-gen air-defence missile Akash tested successfully

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

The system performance was also validated through the data captured by a number of radars, telemetry and electro-optical tracking system deployed by ITR, Chandipur.

At 7 million, India saw highest mobile subscriber addition in Q2: Ericsson

At 7 million, India saw highest mobile subscriber addition in Q2: Ericsson

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

With seven million new subscribers, India accounted for the highest net addition of mobile subscriptions globally in the second quarter of 2023, according to the August edition of Ericsson Mobility. Among national markets, India was followed by China with five million and the US with three million subscribers. The subscriber penetration in India, however, stood at 79 per cent, compared to 120 per cent in China, the report said.

Virgin Radio shakes hands with HT Media

Virgin Radio shakes hands with HT Media

Rediff.com19 Nov 2007

Founder of the Virgin Group of Companies Richard Branson (left) poses with Chief Executive Officer of HT Media, Rajiv Verma during a press conference in New Delhi on Monday.

After TV, rating for FM radio

After TV, rating for FM radio

Rediff.com9 Nov 2007

Big FM topped in Bangalore and Mumbai, and Mirchi in Delhi in terms of reach. Big FM identified with its name, emerging as the radio channel with widest reach, a big achievement in just one year. The channel boasts of having 34 stations.

Army raises elite unit STEAG for military technology development

Army raises elite unit STEAG for military technology development

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

The setting up of STEAG is part of the Army's efforts to develop technologies considering the future battlefield, they said.

In first radio address, PM says India belongs to all of us

In first radio address, PM says India belongs to all of us

Rediff.com3 Oct 2014

Seeking to reach out to more people, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday addressed the countrymen over radio for the first time, giving a pep talk about how to shed despondency and use their skills for the betterment and prosperity of the country.

TRAI keen on satellite radio service

TRAI keen on satellite radio service

Rediff.com29 Dec 2004

Envisaging to further expand the scope of radio, Telecom Regulatory Authority of India on Wednesday invited suggestions on issues relating to satellite radio service to chalk out a policy framework for the new technology which, among other things, ca

Radio ad share to double in 3 years

Radio ad share to double in 3 years

Rediff.com23 Feb 2005

'Economy Is Not Creating Enough Jobs'

'Economy Is Not Creating Enough Jobs'

Rediff.com27 May 2024

'The policy focus of the government should have been on creating more good quality jobs but that was not their focus.'

SC registry refuses to accept Centre's plea on 2G verdict

SC registry refuses to accept Centre's plea on 2G verdict

Rediff.com2 May 2024

The Supreme Court Registry is learnt to have refused to accept the Centre's plea seeking modification of its 2012 verdict in the 2G spectrum case which had said the State was duty bound to adopt the auction route while transferring or alienating the country's natural resources.

2024 Polls And Rise Of YouTuber Mantris

2024 Polls And Rise Of YouTuber Mantris

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Like, Share, Subscribe, Vote: The 2024 polls may be dubbed 'YouTube election'.

Tune into radio, earn upto 70 K

Tune into radio, earn upto 70 K

Rediff.com6 Jun 2006

Listen to 'Mann Ki Baat' of India's Muslims: Jama Masjid Shahi Imam to PM

Listen to 'Mann Ki Baat' of India's Muslims: Jama Masjid Shahi Imam to PM

Rediff.com12 Aug 2023

The Muslims are troubled due to the prevailing conditions and worried about their future," Bukhari said.

U-17 WC: Nigeria edge USA on penalties, enter semis

U-17 WC: Nigeria edge USA on penalties, enter semis

Rediff.com22 Oct 2022

It was heartbreak for the Americans, who finished runners-up in 2008.

Over 100 mn consumers want to upgrade to 5G in India: Ericcson report

Over 100 mn consumers want to upgrade to 5G in India: Ericcson report

Rediff.com29 Sep 2022

More than 100 million users with 5G-ready smartphones wish to upgrade to a 5G subscription in 2023 while a majority of them are open to adopting a higher data-tiered plan in the next 12 months, a report by Ericsson Consumer Lab has shown. Titled "Promise of 5G in India", the study carried out in the second quarter this year reflects the views of 300 million urban smartphone users. According to the study, consumer 5G readiness remains one of the highest in the world.

Trai wants news on community radio

Trai wants news on community radio

Rediff.com10 Dec 2004

DD, AIR broadcast weather reports on PoK

DD, AIR broadcast weather reports on PoK

Rediff.com8 May 2020

The state broadcasters have started the practice, but private news channels may follow suit, a ministry source said.

Plea to cut FM radio licence fee

Plea to cut FM radio licence fee

Rediff.com28 May 2003

Radio City 91 FM, an FM radio station jointly promoted by Music Broadcast Private Ltd and STAR TV, hopes to break even in next two years time, provided there is a slash in the FM radio broadcaster licensing fee.

PM's first radio address 'Mann ki baat': Top 10 quotes

PM's first radio address 'Mann ki baat': Top 10 quotes

Rediff.com3 Oct 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the country on Friday in his first radio address titled 'Mann Ki baat'.

FM radio: Star looks out for partner

FM radio: Star looks out for partner

Rediff.com29 Nov 2005

Media and entertainment major Star on Tuesday said it was looking to pick up stake in an Indian company for entry into the private FM radio sector.

AIR to broadcast Baloch language programmes to augment India's Balochistan policy

AIR to broadcast Baloch language programmes to augment India's Balochistan policy

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

Senior officials said that while AIR has a service in Baloch language, which commenced in 1974, the broadcaster is now looking to augment the news bulletin component.

Here's Where You Can Watch Fighter On OTT

Here's Where You Can Watch Fighter On OTT

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

Patriotism, politics, pain, it's all there on OTT this week.

Star to buy 20% in radio co MBPL

Star to buy 20% in radio co MBPL

Rediff.com17 Jan 2007

Bullish on the private FM radio business, Rupert Murdoch's Star group will pick up 20 per cent equity in radio company Music Broadcast Pvt Ltd.

What's in a name in radio biz? Plenty

What's in a name in radio biz? Plenty

Rediff.com3 Jun 2008

The one with the curious name is the runaway leader, setting benchmarks in programming, standardisation and localisation. It doesn't hurt to be part of a formidable family.

First LS polls: How EC resolved identity crisis of 28L women voters

First LS polls: How EC resolved identity crisis of 28L women voters

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

In some states, many women voters had enrolled themselves by their relationship with the male members of their family instead of providing their own names.

We are no Uber, we're different, say Radio taxis

We are no Uber, we're different, say Radio taxis

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

The Association claimed to represent 13 operators, including Mega Cabs, Easy Cabs, Meru Cabs, Tab Cabs, which run their services in several cities across the country.

Mobiles must dance to the tune of radio

Mobiles must dance to the tune of radio

Rediff.com17 Mar 2008

In the emerging Asian market, 45 per cent of users listed the availability of FM/AM radio as one of the top choices for purchasing a mobile phone, making it a popular application compared with SMS (texting), internet and camera. The findings can help revival of the radio. "This new outlet through mobile phones may help it sustain its life well into this millennium," Matthew Froggatt, managing director of TNS's Global Technology sector, said.

There will be clean-up in polls too: Modi's dig at awards do

There will be clean-up in polls too: Modi's dig at awards do

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

He presented the first-ever National Creators' Awards at the Bharat Mandapam in the national capital.

Obama to join Modi on 'Mann ki Baat' radio broadcast

Obama to join Modi on 'Mann ki Baat' radio broadcast

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

The monthly 'Mann ki Baat' radio broadcast of Prime Minister Narendra Modi this time will be special as he will be joined by US President Barack Obama.

India vs Pakistan Test at Melbourne Cricket Club?

India vs Pakistan Test at Melbourne Cricket Club?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

MCC expresses interest to host Indo-Pak Test after T20 WC clash success

Hussey blasts post-World Cup T20s as cricket overkill

Hussey blasts post-World Cup T20s as cricket overkill

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Hussey felt this certainly was not the best side competing against the hosts.

Cillian! Cillian! Cillian!'

Cillian! Cillian! Cillian!'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Students and principals at the primary and senior schools Oscar winner Cillian Murphy attended in Cork, Ireland, tells Rediff.com what the triumph means to them.

'Our aim is to encourage global companies to shift to India from China'

'Our aim is to encourage global companies to shift to India from China'

Rediff.com29 May 2023

'I was in the US, where I met top executives of HP and Dell, and they are very keen to come to India.' 'Acer and ASUS have also evinced interest.'