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Drowning In A Sea Of Entertainment

Drowning In A Sea Of Entertainment

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

'There is simply too much to watch, read and absorb.' 'Just online consumption (news, entertainment, social media) in India was 2.5 hours a day in November 2024.' 'Add TV (just under 4 hours), other media, and the figure is closer to 7 to 8 hours a day for over one-third of Indians,' points out Vanita Kohli Khandekar.

Amazon is getting battle ready to take on Reliance

Amazon is getting battle ready to take on Reliance

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

As part of this strategy, the e-commerce major has launched a programme to manage the entire business-to-business inventory supply and management for kirana stores in three cities in Karnataka.

2024's 10 Best OTT Films

2024's 10 Best OTT Films

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

The top 10 films of the year may not be great by themselves but they stand out amidst the other OTT releases.

Amazon launches online appliances store

Amazon launches online appliances store

Rediff.com8 Oct 2014

As home and kitchen is one of the most sought after categories during Diwali, the launch comes at a time when customers can enjoy shopping for appliances with ease and convenience, the company said.

'Never-Seen Before-Action'

'Never-Seen Before-Action'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Directed by Raj and DK, and written by Sita R Menon, the spy series stars Varun Dhawan and Samantha, and is a prequel to Priyanka Chopra's Citadel. Citadel: Honey Bunny begins streaming from November 7 on Amazon Prime Video.

Liverpool's Colombian sensation scores hat-trick in Champions League

Liverpool's Colombian sensation scores hat-trick in Champions League

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Liverpool's Luis Diaz scored a hat-trick as they maintained their perfect Champions League campaign with a barnstorming second-half display in a 4-0 victory over Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen at Anfield on Tuesday.

Is It Wise To Get A Harvard MBA?

Is It Wise To Get A Harvard MBA?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Divya Nair/Rediff.com speaks to students and experts to find out whether it is better to study management in India or try for an international MBA.

Why Amazon's victory may be short-lived

Why Amazon's victory may be short-lived

Rediff.com24 Aug 2016

Its growth has been driven by discounts rather than enticing new customers to its platform

Flipkart staring at Amazon's $5-bn challenge

Flipkart staring at Amazon's $5-bn challenge

Rediff.com29 Nov 2016

Amazon has committed over $5 billion to grow its business in India so far and says it will pump in more capital as and when needed, a big worry for rival Flipkart which has been struggling to raise funds over the past couple of months.

Alaviaa's Adorable!

Alaviaa's Adorable!

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Jaaved Jaaferi's only beti showcases a stunning array of eclectic ensembles.

Vir Das Will Be The First Indian To...

Vir Das Will Be The First Indian To...

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Vir Das will be the first Indian to host the 2024 International Emmys.

Karnataka taxman frowns at Amazon's warehouses

Karnataka taxman frowns at Amazon's warehouses

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

Amazon's fulfilment centres, which store products of hundreds of vendors selling on the American online major's platform, are being cited by Karnataka state government authorities as a primary concern in an ongoing tax dispute.

How to get more bang for the buck out of field agents

How to get more bang for the buck out of field agents

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Will allowing business correspondents to hawk insurance products help in reviving 5-lakh strong field agents as a viable channel?

Amazon-Future case: SC sets aside Delhi HC orders, remands cases back for fresh decision

Amazon-Future case: SC sets aside Delhi HC orders, remands cases back for fresh decision

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

The Supreme Court Tuesday set aside three Delhi high court orders including the refusal to grant a stay on the final arbitral award which had restrained Future Retail Ltd from going ahead with its Rs 24,731 crore merger deal with Reliance Retail and ordered fresh adjudication. In a major relief to Future group, a bench headed by Chief Justice N V Ramana also set aside the high court's order of February 2 last year, by which it had directed Future Retail Ltd (FRL) to maintain status quo in relation to the merger deal. The March 18 order of the high court, upholding the EA's award and imposing a cost of Rs 20 lakh on it as well as its directors, has also been set aside.

Things that you did not know about Walmart, Amazon

Things that you did not know about Walmart, Amazon

Rediff.com16 Apr 2019

If Walmart is spinning success stories of Indian manufacturers in global markets, Amazon is taking 'Make in India' to the world, bolstered by its 'Global Selling Programme'

Amazon's big-week sale begins smoothly

Amazon's big-week sale begins smoothly

Rediff.com11 Oct 2014

This was only four days after many aggrieved buyers chose social networking sites to attack Flipkart's 'Big Billion Day' discount this Monday (October 6), followed by an apology from the company's co-founders, Sachin and Binny Bansal.

Exciting OTT Menu This Week

Exciting OTT Menu This Week

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Cricket, time travel, artificial intelligence, haunted homes, World War II -- it's all there on OTT this week.

It's FaFa Time On OTT!

It's FaFa Time On OTT!

Rediff.com10 May 2024

It's FaFa time and more on OTT this week! Sukanya Verma lists her recommendations.

Why Amazon may delay $1-bn investment plans in India

Why Amazon may delay $1-bn investment plans in India

Rediff.com23 Jan 2019

Amazon India is waiting for clarifications from the government on several aspects of the latest FDI guidelines to be able to carry on with business in the country. Sources said, no new investment is likely till at least the second half of 2019.

Amazon unveils two powerful tablets

Amazon unveils two powerful tablets

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

It has a feature which instantly brings up a video chat with a tech-support representative who can tell a user how to operate the device.

How Amazon plans to counter the mega Flipkart-Walmart deal

How Amazon plans to counter the mega Flipkart-Walmart deal

Rediff.com14 Aug 2018

Jeff Bezos, chief executive officer of Amazon, has committed to invest $5.5 billion into India and that figure is approaching quickly.

Meet Uorfi Javed's Cute Sister Dolly

Meet Uorfi Javed's Cute Sister Dolly

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

A Kareena Kapoor Khan fan, her unique sense of dressing owes a little to the Bollywood actor.

How To Handle Wedding Anxiety? Ask rediffGURUS

How To Handle Wedding Anxiety? Ask rediffGURUS

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

How do you stay calm, relaxed and focus on the important things that matter in the countdown to your special day? Get expert advice from rediffGURUS.

'Human Beings Are Like Trees, We Keep Growing Till...'

'Human Beings Are Like Trees, We Keep Growing Till...'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

'Your relationship with your child is changing every single day, ditto your relationship with your parents.'

Agni Review: All About Infernos

Agni Review: All About Infernos

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

For all its flaws, Agni is a clutter-breaking film, and its portrayal of the lives of firefighters is a case of better late than never, observes Deepa Gahlot.

J-K bans WhatsApp, Gmail for sensitive official documents transmission

J-K bans WhatsApp, Gmail for sensitive official documents transmission

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

The Jammu and Kashmir government has banned the use of third-party tools like WhatsApp and Gmail for transmitting sensitive official documents, citing security concerns. The order, issued by the General Administration Department, states that these platforms are not designed to handle classified information and their security protocols may not meet the stringent standards required for official communications. It highlights potential risks such as unauthorized access, data breaches, and leaks of confidential information. The order emphasizes the importance of using government email facilities, instant messaging platforms, and secure networks for handling sensitive information. It also prohibits the use of digital assistants and smartphones during discussions on classified matters. The government has warned of disciplinary action for non-compliance with these directives.

Citadel: Honey Bunny: Varun-Sam Fire Up Guns & Stunts

Citadel: Honey Bunny: Varun-Sam Fire Up Guns & Stunts

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Varun and Samantha's electric chemistry remains the highlight amid all that action, making for a trustworthy team that will not disappoint, says Mayur Sanap.

Look Who's Following Karan Johar's Footsteps!

Look Who's Following Karan Johar's Footsteps!

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Siddharth Roy Kapur's RKF aims to raise around $50 million by offering up to a 50 per cent stake in the company.

How Amazon plans to take on rivals in grocery space

How Amazon plans to take on rivals in grocery space

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

At present, other large players in the grocery and food retail space include Flipkart Supermart, Bigbasket, and Grofers.

Aryaana Is A Rock Star

Aryaana Is A Rock Star

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

Is Aryaana Gandhi India's Arianna Grande?

Romance, Comedy, Mystery: Wide Variety On OTT

Romance, Comedy, Mystery: Wide Variety On OTT

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

Mystery, horror, biopics, documentaries, fantasy, romance, comedy, coming-of-age, pick the genre you like from the wide variety on OTT this week.

OTT Superhit Panchayat Is Back!

OTT Superhit Panchayat Is Back!

Rediff.com27 May 2024

With the hugely popular Panchayat's third season ready to drop this week, we look at all the rural themed shows available on OTT.

All Kinds Of Romance On OTT This Week

All Kinds Of Romance On OTT This Week

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

Robot girlfriends, wish granting stars, creepy aliens, private detectives, brace yourself for unlimited excitement on OTT this week.

Is this the best time for Amazon, Verizon to invest in Voda Idea?

Is this the best time for Amazon, Verizon to invest in Voda Idea?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

In order to determine whether this would be sound strategy for them, one needs to look at two issues: One, on the alliances being built globally between telcos, on one hand, and cloud service firms, on the other, especially with the advent of 5G; and two, how their business strategies in India will blend into with such a deal.

This will be Arsenal's year, reckons star player

This will be Arsenal's year, reckons star player

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

'We believe in ourselves, we believe we're a top team.'

Samara-Amazon bags Aditya Birla Group retail chain 'More'

Samara-Amazon bags Aditya Birla Group retail chain 'More'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2018

Amazon has also signed a term sheet with Kishore Biyani-led Future group to invest $600 million to $700 million for a 12 to 15 per cent stake in the retail giant, it is learnt.

Alanna Panday's Sassy, Playful Fashion

Alanna Panday's Sassy, Playful Fashion

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

With a flair for combining comfort and style, Alanna effortlessly serves up looks that are imitation worthy.

Doormats, rugs with Golden Temple image on Amazon causes outrage

Doormats, rugs with Golden Temple image on Amazon causes outrage

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

The Sikh Coalition said in a statement Tuesday that it was alerted to products such as door mats, rugs and toilet seat covers with the image of one the most historically significant Sikh sites, the Golden Temple, were being sold by some sellers on Amazon.

Retail's technology therapy to counter 'Amazon Effect'

Retail's technology therapy to counter 'Amazon Effect'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2018

With expectations of customers changing and demand for seamless, uninterrupted shopping increasing, tech companies are now using this fear of becoming irrelevant as a sales pitch to sell their products to traditional retailers.

Netflix vs Amazon Video turf wars heat up

Netflix vs Amazon Video turf wars heat up

Rediff.com30 May 2017

Netflix plans local studio in India push. Move comes as rival Amazon Prime Video lines up as many as 18 original shows for India.