News for 'Brand India'

Soon, you can't keep your AC temperature below 20 degrees C

Soon, you can't keep your AC temperature below 20 degrees C

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

The move is aimed at improving cooling efficiency, potentially reducing sudden power demand spikes, and cutting electricity bills.

'Pant's batting has element of sharp cricket brain'

'Pant's batting has element of sharp cricket brain'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

ndia will be very happy after a technical masterpiece from Rahul and the flamboyance and exuberance that you can imagine from Pant

How India's agri sector can tackle US tariffs

How India's agri sector can tackle US tariffs

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

India's policy for agriculture trade must move commodity-by-commodity to gain maximum benefits as US President Donald Trump's 26 per cent tariff on exports from the country take effect, said agriculture economist Ashok Gulati in a recent policy paper.

Recipes: Sarafath's Gongura Pappu, Sumitra's Tomato Pappu

Recipes: Sarafath's Gongura Pappu, Sumitra's Tomato Pappu

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Andhra recipes for palate-pleasing pappu or dal.

SA debutant skipper Neil Brand scripts history

SA debutant skipper Neil Brand scripts history

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

South Africa's skipper Neil Brand made history on Monday, securing the best bowling figures by a bowler on his Test debut while leading the side.

Virat Kohli tops celebrity rankings with a brand value of $227.9 million

Virat Kohli tops celebrity rankings with a brand value of $227.9 million

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Cricketer Virat Kohli has reclaimed the top position in brand value, now reaching $227.9 million, surpassing Bollywood star Ranveer Singh, who holds the second spot with $203.1 million, according to Kroll's 'Celebrity Brand Valuation Report 2023: Brands, Business, Bollywood'. The report ranks India's most influential celebrity brands by assessing their brand values derived from endorsements and social media presence.

Turkish officials deny Ramdev's claim of maintaining crashed AI plane

Turkish officials deny Ramdev's claim of maintaining crashed AI plane

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Turkish officials on Sunday denied claims that the crashed Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner had undergone maintenance by Turkish Technic, calling such allegations 'false' and 'disinformation'.

DLF Returns to Mumbai with 800 Crore Bet

DLF Returns to Mumbai with 800 Crore Bet

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

'The market today is different -- more mature and conducive. As a national player, you can't not be in Mumbai. And competition is always good.'

Why So Much Hatred For English?

Why So Much Hatred For English?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

There is no guarantee that if we speak in only Indian languages, all our faults will be washed away and India will shine. Why then do they bully and belittle the English-speaking? asks Shyam G Menon.

Why McDonalds, KFC Have Gone Korean

Why McDonalds, KFC Have Gone Korean

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

The restaurant chains are riding the Hallyu wave -- a phenomenon about the growing global prominence of South Korean pop culture.

'We could've won 3-1': Shardul revisits 2021 draw

'We could've won 3-1': Shardul revisits 2021 draw

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

As India prepares for a much-anticipated five-match Test series in England, memories of the thrilling 2021 tour still linger, especially for Shardul Thakur, who played a pivotal role in that campaign.

Furniture Gets a Fashion Upgrade

Furniture Gets a Fashion Upgrade

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Fine furniture is now about soul, not just status, whether it's a bar cabinet with elaborate French marquetry or a delicately curved Italian leather sofa.

'Jio strongest telecom brand in India'

'Jio strongest telecom brand in India'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2022

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Jio is India's strongest telecom brand in India, ahead of Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea Ltd, according to brand intelligence and data insights company TRA. TRA, formerly Trust Research Advisory, in its 'India's Most Desired Brands 2022' ranked companies according to their brand strength. Reliance Jio topped the telecom category, followed by Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea Ltd and BSNL.

Tesla Arrives in Mumbai: Is Model Y Worth the Hype?

Tesla Arrives in Mumbai: Is Model Y Worth the Hype?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

The Model Y's blend of minimalist design, advanced technology, and practical features certainly makes a strong case. But the true test will lie in its performance on Indian roads and the timely expansion of its charging infrastructure, says Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.

'Felt strange...' Kapil on renaming of Pataudi Trophy

'Felt strange...' Kapil on renaming of Pataudi Trophy

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Legendary all-rounder Kapil Dev on Wednesday expressed his surprise at the renaming of the Pataudi Trophy as the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, calling the decision "strange."

Rajasthan Royals' owner Badale sues Raj Kundra for 'blackmail'

Rajasthan Royals' owner Badale sues Raj Kundra for 'blackmail'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

IPL side Rajasthan Royals' majority owner on Wednesday accused his former co-owner of trying to blackmail him by alleging he was defrauded out of his minority stake in the club.

10 Indian Startups in WEF Top 100

10 Indian Startups in WEF Top 100

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Notably, four portfolio companies-- Agnikul, ePlane, CynLr, and GalaxEye -- of deep-tech investor Speciale Invest made it to the list.

Off Ramp: Nidhi's Fashion Secret

Off Ramp: Nidhi's Fashion Secret

Rediff.com30 Mar 2025

This off-the-ramp beauty nailed the style brief at the ongoing Lakme Fashion Week in Mumbai.

A proposal to have India's IPL stars in The Hundred!

A proposal to have India's IPL stars in The Hundred!

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

ECB should offer BCCI minority ownership in Hundred to attract Indian players: Lancashire CEO

India submits bid to host 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad

India submits bid to host 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Ahmedabad has been finalised to organise the 2030 Commonwealth Games should India win the bid.

Vistara to operate last flight under its brand on Nov 11

Vistara to operate last flight under its brand on Nov 11

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Vistara will operate the last flight under its brand on November 11 and the full-service carrier's operations will be unified with Air India from November 12. The government has given its nod for the foreign direct investment by Singapore Airlines as part of the Air India-Vistara merger. Vistara is a joint venture between Tata Group and Singapore Airlines.

Brand India ambassador Priyanka Chopra: 'This is not the country I grew up in'

Brand India ambassador Priyanka Chopra: 'This is not the country I grew up in'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2016

Syed Firdaus Ashraf/Rediff.com on Priyanka Chopra's appointment as a brand ambassador for India, despite her frankness on intolerant India.

Ananya Is Chanel's Official Bae

Ananya Is Chanel's Official Bae

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Chanel -- which is aiming to strengthen its presence in India and attract a younger generation of shoppers -- believes signing on Ananya Panday as its ever Indian face is a step in the right direction.

Bazball vs Bumrah: Clash That Could Rewrite Test History

Bazball vs Bumrah: Clash That Could Rewrite Test History

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

The five-match Test series against India at home is a massive test for England's 'Bazball' brand of cricket under skipper Ben Stokes and head coach Brendon McCullum.

Joe Root reveals real meaning behind 'Bazball'

Joe Root reveals real meaning behind 'Bazball'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Joe Root declared that it is his time to pay back Test skipper Ben Stokes, who did so much for him while serving as his deputy during his captaincy tenure that lasted from 2017 to 2022.

Not pressing panic button on rare-earth supplies: Tata Motors

Not pressing panic button on rare-earth supplies: Tata Motors

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

'The reported deal between the European Union and China should mitigate it (shortage) for the medium to long term. Let's wait and watch how this plays out.'

MX Player Is The Horse To Bet On In OTT Biz

MX Player Is The Horse To Bet On In OTT Biz

Rediff.com12 May 2025

At 250 million unique visitors a month, MX Player has for long been in the same bracket as YouTube (454 million) and Meta (324 million) in reach.

'Media and technology like a helmet in your cricket bag'

'Media and technology like a helmet in your cricket bag'

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Former India captain and coach Ravi Shastri urged players to embrace both media and technology as without them, the sport wouldn't have evolved the way it did in the last 40-45 years.

'Lost 5 Crores In First Start-Up. What To Do?'

'Lost 5 Crores In First Start-Up. What To Do?'

Rediff.com29 May 2025

rediffGURU Dr Ganesh Natarajan offers advice on how to build and scale your first start-up.

82% Indians Eye Job Change In 12 Months

82% Indians Eye Job Change In 12 Months

Rediff.com12 May 2025

As many as 76 per cent of respondents said they will be willing to sacrifice existing benefits for better ones.

Declined Trump's invite to US for Lord Jagannath: Modi in Odisha

Declined Trump's invite to US for Lord Jagannath: Modi in Odisha

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

According to Misri's statement, Modi said he could not accept the invitation due to a pre-existing schedule, and invited Trump to visit India for the Quad Summit, likely later this year.

Ola Electric Hits Speed Bumps On Road to Future

Ola Electric Hits Speed Bumps On Road to Future

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Clearly, some of the bullishness of the early days has gone missing. Ola's market share is slipping amid rising competition from incumbents like Bajaj Auto and TVS.

Bold Moves Must For Silver Screen To Sparkle Again

Bold Moves Must For Silver Screen To Sparkle Again

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

More screens, more films, and longer windows will convert to more people watching, assuming they know a film is releasing, points out Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

WhatsApp brings ads to Channels, Status features

WhatsApp brings ads to Channels, Status features

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

After the success of bringing businesses to WhatsApp, Meta - its parent - is now introducing ads and subscriptions to Status and Channels under the Updates tab of the messaging app, the company said on Monday. This move will further push its monetisation efforts on WhatsApp.

TMC, BJP spar over 'detention' of Bengali migrant workers in Odisha

TMC, BJP spar over 'detention' of Bengali migrant workers in Odisha

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

The Trinamool Congress on Friday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party of spreading lies and criminalising poverty over the detention of Bengali-speaking migrant workers in Odisha, while the saffron party charged the Mamata Banerjee dispensation with providing shelters to illegal immigrants.

No Anderson at Leeds: Gill & Co. can breathe easy

No Anderson at Leeds: Gill & Co. can breathe easy

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

To say the least, a relatively inexperienced batting line up led by Shubman Gill would be relieved to see the name of James Anderson

From Yoga to Bollywood, T20 is America's next obsession

From Yoga to Bollywood, T20 is America's next obsession

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

Indian-American businessman Sanjay Govil is convinced Twenty20 cricket can be the next big cultural import into the United States, following a trail blazed by yoga and Bollywood-style weddings.

Just Who Is Jannat Zubair?

Just Who Is Jannat Zubair?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

After starring in Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 12, Jannat is getting ready for another exciting reality show, The Traitors.

Why Apoorva Mukhija Will Rock The Traitors

Why Apoorva Mukhija Will Rock The Traitors

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Apoorva Mukhija aka The Rebel Kid is perfect for a reality game show like The Traitors.

If Your Mutual Fund Shuts, Is Your Money Safe?

If Your Mutual Fund Shuts, Is Your Money Safe?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Your AMC shuts shop. Panic? Wait. What happens next isn't what most fear.