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The talk of US economic decline is political hot air: Obama

The talk of US economic decline is political hot air: Obama

Rediff.com13 Jan 2016

The current state of the American economy is not in decline, Obama said.

It is easy to detect plagiarism!

It is easy to detect plagiarism!

Rediff.com18 Oct 2010

Thanks to the World Wide Web, it is easy to detect plagiarism, as a former editor of a leading Delhi newspaper learnt to his cost a few years ago.

US: Indian handed 81-month jail term for fraud

US: Indian handed 81-month jail term for fraud

Rediff.com27 Apr 2010

A US court has sentenced an Indian to 81 months in prison on conspiracy and aggravated identity theft charges arising from an international fraud scheme to "hack" into online brokerage accounts in America and use those accounts to manipulate stock prices.

Overseas friends lend Modi a helping hand

Overseas friends lend Modi a helping hand

Rediff.com11 Mar 2019

The Friends of Modi initiative is expected to to boost the BJP's vote count by at least 1%.

16 shows to watch during the lockdown

16 shows to watch during the lockdown

Rediff.com19 Apr 2020

Nikita Puri lists the best shows and films to watch online as you ace social distancing.

Google making software to aid newspapers

Google making software to aid newspapers

Rediff.com11 Sep 2009

In a proposal to the Newspaper Association of America, Google said it is working on a software that would help newspapers to charge money from 'micro-payment', a payment vehicle which would be available both to Google and non-Google properties within the next year.

The $30 bn Sale & Leaseback of India's Internet Economy

The $30 bn Sale & Leaseback of India's Internet Economy

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

India's Internet economy has two choices: An immediate $30 billion Sale-and-Leaseback or a $3 trillion value harvesting over decades, observes Vibhu Arya.

Think Xiaomi. Think T-shirts. TVs. Suitcases...

Think Xiaomi. Think T-shirts. TVs. Suitcases...

Rediff.com14 Oct 2018

Xiaomi now a lifestyle player, quietly launching a slew of non-smartphone products like Mi branded luggage, backpacks, apparel, U-shaped pillows, pens, home security cameras and air purifiers.

This is awesome! FIFA videogames will feature women's teams

This is awesome! FIFA videogames will feature women's teams

Rediff.com12 Jun 2015

FIFA and official licensee Electronic Arts will feature 12 Women's national football teams for the first time in the game's history.

How to apply for a US student visa

How to apply for a US student visa

Rediff.com24 Nov 2014

To help readers make an informed decision, Rediff.com had organised a chat on November November 22, between 3 pm and 4 pm IST.

Sunny Leone is still India's favourite pornstar

Sunny Leone is still India's favourite pornstar

Rediff.com13 Jan 2017

As per PornHub's latest findings, Sunny Leone, Mia Khalifa and Lisa Ann are among the top pornstars Indians search for online.

Here's what you need to know about betting in tennis

Here's what you need to know about betting in tennis

Rediff.com19 Feb 2016

Tennis accounted for nearly three quarters of all the suspicious betting alerts issued last year, the European Sport Security Association (ESSA) said in a report published on Thursday.

Michelle Obama's royal blunder

Michelle Obama's royal blunder

Rediff.com2 Apr 2009

America's first lady Michelle Obama broke a royal protocol when she placed her arm around Queen Elizabeth II during a formal reception at the Buckingham Palace. But much to the surprise of onlookers the Queen returned the gesture by putting her arm round first lady's waist.

India's Chinese app ban may hit their valuations

India's Chinese app ban may hit their valuations

Rediff.com1 Jul 2020

The banned Chinese apps, which include TikTok, Shareit and UC Browser, earn revenue mainly from online advertisements, subscriptions, and commissions for selling products. India is the biggest driver of these Chinese apps due to the population. The ban on the 59 Chinese apps will negatively affect the valuations of the companies, especially those going for IPO.

eBay to acquire Korea's Gmarket for $1.2 bn

eBay to acquire Korea's Gmarket for $1.2 bn

Rediff.com16 Apr 2009

America's largest online auction firm eBay Inc has entered into an agreement to acquire majority stake in South Korea's Gmarket for up to $1.2 billion, a move which will help in expanding its Asian operations.

ISIS wants to nuke US with Pakistani dirty bomb

ISIS wants to nuke US with Pakistani dirty bomb

Rediff.com24 May 2015

There is an "infinitely" greater chance of the cash-rich Islamic State smuggling its first nuclear weapon from Pakistan to attack the United States within a year, according to the latest edition of the dreaded group's propaganda magazine.

Lottery grant to Jain institute divides community

Lottery grant to Jain institute divides community

Rediff.com19 Mar 2008

London-based Institute of Jainology received a Heritage Lottery grant of 375,000 pounds towards the creation of an ambitious online multimedia resource which will illustrate Jain manuscripts and artifacts held by major British libraries and museums. While some in the Jain community have congratulated the institute, others have been very critical of it for accepting this money, thus dividing the Jain community in North America and England.

Can't live under Taliban: Afghan students in India

Can't live under Taliban: Afghan students in India

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

The Taliban have been known for using violence to force the people to accept their agenda and views, he added.

Trump thinks Paris is in Germany... and this guy wants to be US president

Trump thinks Paris is in Germany... and this guy wants to be US president

Rediff.com8 Jan 2016

Donald Trump, the frontrunner for the Republican presidential nomination, has triggered an online rage with his tweet after a man wielding a meat cleaver tried to enter a police station in France claiming to avenge French military action in Syria, on Thursday, a year to the day since the Charlie Hebdo massacre.

This start-up brings Ivy League education to India

This start-up brings Ivy League education to India

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

Over 50 Indians in Forbes' under 30 list of super achievers.

When you come after Americans, we go after you: Highlights from Obama's State of the Union address

When you come after Americans, we go after you: Highlights from Obama's State of the Union address

Rediff.com13 Jan 2016

Highlights from US president's final state of the union address.

Harry, Meghan 'step back' as senior UK royals

Harry, Meghan 'step back' as senior UK royals

Rediff.com10 Jan 2020

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are planning to work towards becoming 'financially independent'.

Why #shareyourstory has gone viral

Why #shareyourstory has gone viral

Rediff.com7 Dec 2015

An online campaign, which encourages mothers to tell their sons about the harassment they face, has now gone viral.

Google India's Wi-Fi project to soon go global

Google India's Wi-Fi project to soon go global

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

Most of the markets it is now looking at in hopes of gaining the next billion internet users have demographics similar to that of India.

'What Rahul Gandhi says today, PM Modi does tomorrow'

'What Rahul Gandhi says today, PM Modi does tomorrow'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

'We are only amplifying the voice of scientists and experts. We are gathering information by talking to experts and are sharing it. If the government chooses to ignore that, what can we do?'

WATCH: When Obama was caught on camera pumping iron

WATCH: When Obama was caught on camera pumping iron

Rediff.com5 Jun 2014

He may be the president of the United States of America but he is no different from an ordinary man when it comes to lifting weights, grimacing and panting.

Rest In Peace, Onkar Singh, Superman of News

Rest In Peace, Onkar Singh, Superman of News

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

Onkar Singh, a valuable member of the Rediff.com team over the years, breathed his last on January 13. Syed Firdaus Ashraf, who knew him intimately, remembers the ultimate newsman.

India long-term friend: US officer

India long-term friend: US officer

Rediff.com31 Oct 2007

The United States has said that broad-based partnerships between America and India are critical and more important as compared to Pakistan, as New Delhi is growing as a potential power with global influence.

Indian-origin Kamala Harris drops out of US presidential race

Indian-origin Kamala Harris drops out of US presidential race

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

Harris, who is of mixed Indian and African heritage, had been polling poorly in recent weeks.

Hail these Unique India Dishes!

Hail these Unique India Dishes!

Rediff.com20 Dec 2018

'Why can I not access all these things -- Bhut Jolokia, Dalle, Kaachu, Bhakri, Ghari and everything else -- more easily?' asks Aakar Patel.

Talent scarcity pinching global tech majors

Talent scarcity pinching global tech majors

Rediff.com16 Nov 2006

Human capital management is now part of all managers' performance reviews.

Do you want Sanjaya to be the next American Idol?

Do you want Sanjaya to be the next American Idol?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2007

Have your say!

'Chinese actions on India border provocative, destabilising'

'Chinese actions on India border provocative, destabilising'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

The Indian and Chinese armies have been locked in a bitter standoff at multiple locations in eastern Ladakh for over eight weeks since May 5.

Shree Chauhan: The woman who confronted Sean Spicer

Shree Chauhan: The woman who confronted Sean Spicer

Rediff.com27 Mar 2017

Waking up to death threats and abuse on the social media has become a regular occurrence for the Indian-American education advocate. Nikita Puri reports.

Football: 'Aguero out for up to 10 days due to quarantine'

Football: 'Aguero out for up to 10 days due to quarantine'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

News that transpired on and off the football field.

Rio Olympic torch relay riot deepens woes

Rio Olympic torch relay riot deepens woes

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

Barely a week before the Rio Olympics opening ceremony, organisers are scrambling to put the final pieces in place.

Just when I thought I was superior to the Americans...

Just when I thought I was superior to the Americans...

Rediff.com22 Feb 2017

'Watching American protesters get their act together so quickly and so forcefully only reminds me of all the resisting that Indians should have been doing for the last three years,' says Mitali Saran.

Bloomsbury withdraws book on Delhi riots after backlash

Bloomsbury withdraws book on Delhi riots after backlash

Rediff.com23 Aug 2020

The publishing house faced massive backlash online on Friday after an advertisement of the book launch on Saturday with Bharatiya Janata Party leader Kapil Mishra as a guest of honour did the rounds on social media.

India's IT sector fears a hit from Trump's immigration ban

India's IT sector fears a hit from Trump's immigration ban

Rediff.com30 Jan 2017

The US president's stance on immigration could lead to a change in H1B visa rules.

China triumph as esports makes 'historical' Asian Games debut

China triumph as esports makes 'historical' Asian Games debut

Rediff.com26 Aug 2018

Competitive video gaming, dubbed esports, is appearing for the first time at a major multi-sport event.