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Why Ayushman Bharat has tied up with Uber India

Why Ayushman Bharat has tied up with Uber India

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

Since its launch in September, Ayushman Bharat has issued 20 million cards and has set an ambitious target to hit another 30 million within the next three months.

OPPO launches world's thinnest smartphone R5

OPPO launches world's thinnest smartphone R5

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

To collaborate with Flipkart and Amazon for online sales.

5 reasons why economic recovery will be slow

5 reasons why economic recovery will be slow

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

Risk aversion is currently a dominant depressant to economic recovery, points out Shankar Acharya, former chief economic advisor to the Government of India.

Looking for a job? Be a 'Pokemon Catcher'!

Looking for a job? Be a 'Pokemon Catcher'!

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

Bengaluru-based Babajob, an online livelihood marketplace has advertised for a new job category 'The Pokemon Catcher'.

How Reliance Retail plans to take on ecommerce biggies

How Reliance Retail plans to take on ecommerce biggies

Rediff.com23 Feb 2019

Reliance has announced that it will roll out its e-commerce platform to as many as 1.2 million retailers and store owners in Gujarat. This is part of a nationwide roll-out that will come later this yea, reports Viveat Susan Pinto.

Few mind-blowing events that rocked India Inc in 2014

Few mind-blowing events that rocked India Inc in 2014

Rediff.com23 Dec 2014

Key events that rocked India Inc in 2014 and one of them is Vishal Sikka taking over reins at Infosys.

Ratan Tata invests in Snapdeal.com

Ratan Tata invests in Snapdeal.com

Rediff.com27 Aug 2014

Snapdeal, which has raised about $400 million since its inception, has invested about $100 million in logistics and operations to expand its presence in the $3 billion Indian eCommerce market.

In India, Nadella warns of the impact of artificial intelligence on jobs

In India, Nadella warns of the impact of artificial intelligence on jobs

Rediff.com21 Feb 2017

The Microsoft chief's comments come in the wake of Bill Gates' call for levying taxes on robots that take away jobs from people.

Hiring up 15% in July led by healthcare, petrochem

Hiring up 15% in July led by healthcare, petrochem

Rediff.com19 Aug 2014

According to the job portal TimesJobs.com's job index Recruittex, the top hiring industries are healthcare, petrochemicals/oil and gas, consumer durables/FMCG and automobiles/auto ancillaries.

How Mukesh Ambani plans to expand his empire

How Mukesh Ambani plans to expand his empire

Rediff.com19 Aug 2020

Its trajectory in telecom is well known but now it is pushing for a similar leap into the ranks of the top players in its other businesses: media and entertainment, e-commerce, a series of online businesses ranging from health to education, and retail.

Snapdeal puts 200 employees on notice

Snapdeal puts 200 employees on notice

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

These workers have been asked to undergo a 30-day performance improvement plan.

Consulting, finance firms dominate placements at IIM-C

Consulting, finance firms dominate placements at IIM-C

Rediff.com21 Feb 2016

Reliance ADAG, Tech Mahindra among top recruiters at IIM-A

Xiaomi's Redmi 2 Prime is its first 'Made in India' phone

Xiaomi's Redmi 2 Prime is its first 'Made in India' phone

Rediff.com10 Aug 2015

Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi Inc has tied up with Taiwan's Foxconn to start assembling phones in India.

Jabong adds to brand count, lead over Myntra

Jabong adds to brand count, lead over Myntra

Rediff.com17 Jun 2014

Nets three more foreign brands for exclusive retailing, but the cost of the business model may be high, say experts.

This duo made Rs 20 crore selling T-shirts online

This duo made Rs 20 crore selling T-shirts online

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

Their bootstrapped brand sold 25,000 units on Flipkart in five days during the 2017 festive sale.

Digital firms, traders to lobby for e-commerce policy with Piyush Goyal

Digital firms, traders to lobby for e-commerce policy with Piyush Goyal

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

According to CAIT, e-commerce policy should take within its ambit not only foreign players but also domestic ones.

Post Covid, 2-wheeler EV firms see steady growth

Post Covid, 2-wheeler EV firms see steady growth

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

EV players suggest a reduction in the goods and services tax on batteries from 18 to 5 per cent as it would help push demand.

Mjunction: World's largest e-marketplace for steel

Mjunction: World's largest e-marketplace for steel

Rediff.com6 Apr 2015

Mjunction plans ventures for chartering ships and selling tea to businesses.

E-retail in India set to cross $16 bn in FY16

E-retail in India set to cross $16 bn in FY16

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

Global sales made via mobile devices are expected to top $638 billion.

Govt bats for 50% foreign investment in e-commerce

Govt bats for 50% foreign investment in e-commerce

Rediff.com8 Jan 2014

Government seeks stakeholders' comments by Jan 30 on discussion paper.

Why BigBasket focuses on fruits, vegetables

Why BigBasket focuses on fruits, vegetables

Rediff.com5 Feb 2018

'We've seen tremendous traction from fruit and vegetables.' 'Around 18% of our business comes from these, almost three times higher than physical stores.'

Google launches Nexus 5X, 6P starting at Rs 31,900

Google launches Nexus 5X, 6P starting at Rs 31,900

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

The Nexus 5X features a 5.2-inch screen, 2GB RAM, 12.3 MP rear and 5MP front camera and a 2,700 mAh battery.

Google picks up 7.7% stake in Reliance for Rs 33,737cr

Google picks up 7.7% stake in Reliance for Rs 33,737cr

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

"We are delighted to welcome Google as a strategic investor in Jio Platforms. We have signed a binding partnership and an investment agreement under which Google will invest Rs 33,737 crores for a 7.7 per cent stake in Jio Platforms," Mukesh Ambani said at the company's annual general meeting.

'Nobody can stop India from becoming a super power'

'Nobody can stop India from becoming a super power'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

The number of people, the average age and the smartness of the people, willingness to work hard and the fundamental culture of working, will work in our favour, said Kal Raman, CEO of Solutionstar, in an interview to Shobha Warrier/Rediff.com.

Xiaomi Redmi 4: Should you buy it for 7k?

Xiaomi Redmi 4: Should you buy it for 7k?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

The handset delivers on build quality, battery, design, ergonomics and a pretty decent display. The camera performance is not exactly ground breaking, but the price tag covers up for that slight blip, says Himanshu Juneja

E-comm biggies to offer fewer discounts this Diwali, here are reasons

E-comm biggies to offer fewer discounts this Diwali, here are reasons

Rediff.com6 Oct 2015

Estimates by retail consultancy Technopak suggest that direct subsidy to consumers because of e-commerce this year would be over Rs 12,000 crore.

Apple's online debut in India a big step towards retail

Apple's online debut in India a big step towards retail

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

Apple's online launch is a symbol of success for FDI in single-brand retail, though there's no indication of how much the Silicon Valley major would invest in the country.

How will brands cut through the clutter to reach their audience?

How will brands cut through the clutter to reach their audience?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2018

As advertising reaches a cacophonous pitch, as it does every year around this time, brands say they are finding newer and more effective ways to reach their audiences.

India's e-commerce 1/80th the size of China's

India's e-commerce 1/80th the size of China's

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Despite having the third-largest internet user base in the world, India does not feature in the top ten e-commerce markets

Will India ever have a successful Super App?

Will India ever have a successful Super App?

Rediff.com1 Jun 2019

From PhonePe to Jio, everyone wants to be a Super App but it is still unclear if they will actually work in India.

Tempting online offers? Beware of the fine print

Tempting online offers? Beware of the fine print

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

Buying on the internet is the future but be wary of the fine print and make sure you get a genuine product.

Time to write an obituary for 2G and 2.5G feature phones?

Time to write an obituary for 2G and 2.5G feature phones?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

The scales started tilting in favour of smartphones in 2014, when a slew of new, yet vibrant, brands entered the market, with their competitively priced offerings helping smartphones become the indispensable device that it has turned into today.

Bezos, Nadella say much the same, but so differently

Bezos, Nadella say much the same, but so differently

Rediff.com4 Oct 2014

Bezos wears it on his sleeve, Nadella keeps it quiet

Welcome 2015: India Inc has reasons to raise a toast

Welcome 2015: India Inc has reasons to raise a toast

Rediff.com1 Jan 2015

Events to keep an eye out for...

How Hindustan Unilever plans to fight toxic ads

How Hindustan Unilever plans to fight toxic ads

Rediff.com7 Apr 2019

By toxic, the reference is to material that whips up hatred, is discriminatory in nature and has explicit sexual and pornographic content.

Govt unveils draft e-commerce norms

Govt unveils draft e-commerce norms

Rediff.com5 Aug 2019

Among key guidelines, the e-commerce companies will also be required to ensure that personally identifiable information of customers are protected.

Indian techies see tremendous opportunity in 'Digital India'

Indian techies see tremendous opportunity in 'Digital India'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

There is an overwhelming sentiment among techies and entrepreneurs from the Silicon Valley who are eager to welcome Modi over the weekend.

Election apps find flavour in poll season

Election apps find flavour in poll season

Rediff.com20 May 2016

Tamil Nadu Election Candidates, TN 2016, Deepika Election Live, Thanjavur Election are some of the apps keeping people hooked to their handsets.

Indian e-tailers' funds will disappear in a flash

Indian e-tailers' funds will disappear in a flash

Rediff.com19 Aug 2015

The cost of luring buyers and sellers to its platform means the new funds won't last long.

Jivi launches cheapest smartphone at Rs 1,999

Jivi launches cheapest smartphone at Rs 1,999

Rediff.com19 Sep 2014

It also sports 128MB RAM, 256MB memory (expandable up to 32GB), 2MP camera and 1350 mAh battery.