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US media CEOs pitch for faster 4G roll-out, digitisation

US media CEOs pitch for faster 4G roll-out, digitisation

Rediff.com25 Sep 2015

The focus was on the role that the media and entertainment industry can play in development and generation of employment opportunities in India

HC turns down Lt Col's plea against Army's social media ban

HC turns down Lt Col's plea against Army's social media ban

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

The high court said he has a choice to make and asked him to delete his FB account as the policy to ban the use of social networking platforms for army personnel was taken keeping in view the security of the nation.

Stocks You Must AVOID or EXIT

Stocks You Must AVOID or EXIT

Rediff.com26 Apr 2022

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

The Power review

The Power review

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

The curse of the second half prevents The Power from being the entertainer it could have been, notes Joginder Tuteja.

PM-CARES not a govt fund; audit reports on website: Centre tells HC

PM-CARES not a govt fund; audit reports on website: Centre tells HC

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

The PM CARES Fund is not a Government of India fund and the amount collected by it does not go to the Consolidated Fund of India, the Delhi High Court has been informed.

Money, money, money: the cost of Tokyo's pandemic-delayed Games

Money, money, money: the cost of Tokyo's pandemic-delayed Games

Rediff.com23 Jun 2021

Here are some areas where costs have grown, and where income that had been expected will not materialise.

UK media watchdog fines Khalsa TV for violence, terror references

UK media watchdog fines Khalsa TV for violence, terror references

Rediff.com13 Feb 2021

Its order also includes a direction for the channel to broadcast a statement of Ofcom's findings on a date and in a form to be determined by the watchdog and also for KTV not to repeat the music video or the discussion programme found in breach of its rules.

SC orders 2 more companies of central police for Tripura civic polls

SC orders 2 more companies of central police for Tripura civic polls

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the Union ministry of home affairs to provide two additional companies of the Central Armed Police Forces to secure every polling booth during the Tripura municipal polls.

The cost of Tokyo's pandemic-delayed Olympics

The cost of Tokyo's pandemic-delayed Olympics

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

Organisers said last December that the entire cost of holding the Games would come to about $15.4 billion, including $2.8 billion in costs for the unprecedented postponement from 2020. Since then, the projected bill for postponement has risen to $3 billion.

'Indian weddings have never been portrayed like this'

'Indian weddings have never been portrayed like this'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

'A young film-maker like me doesn't have the luxury of first choices.'

Andhra Pradesh to set up animation, gaming cities

Andhra Pradesh to set up animation, gaming cities

Rediff.com4 Dec 2013

The Andhra Pradesh government plans to set up an animation and gaming city in Hyderabad to promote the industry.

Why ICC will hold T20 WC every two years...

Why ICC will hold T20 WC every two years...

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

The International Cricket Council emphasized on Monday that a two-year T20 Word Cup cycle is important for the growth of the game, as it is the format that is contested by all its members.

IT Topper To Miss Teen Universe India

IT Topper To Miss Teen Universe India

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

'From a teenager who struggled with low self-esteem to representing India at Miss Teen Universe, I've really worked hard to become someone I'm proud of.'

Addicted to gadgets? Try these 5 vastu tips

Addicted to gadgets? Try these 5 vastu tips

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

According to vastu shastra there are various factors that contribute to gadget addiction and reduces communication and harmony among the members in family or an organisation:

CoA issues notice, angry members say 'can't stop us'

CoA issues notice, angry members say 'can't stop us'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2018

The tug of war between the BCCI office bearers and the CoA, on Friday, took an ugly turn

New inflation index to impact DA, 30 mn govt staff to get more pay

New inflation index to impact DA, 30 mn govt staff to get more pay

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

However, the hike in salary for government officials may take some time as the Centre had earlier this year decided to put a freeze on any hike in the DA of its employees till July, 2021, owing to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Sheena Bora Trial: Is Rahul afraid of Indrani?

Sheena Bora Trial: Is Rahul afraid of Indrani?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

'She seems to have disappeared off the face of the planet after telling different people different things.'

2022: What's your numerology forecast?

2022: What's your numerology forecast?

Rediff.com1 Jan 2022

Sanjay B Jumaani, India's leading astro-numerologist, makes his predictions.

UTV Software buys two gaming firms

UTV Software buys two gaming firms

Rediff.com9 Dec 2006

UTV will also invest Rs 135 crore to enhance its existence in the animation movies segment in the next 3 years.

How music label Snafu uses AI to decode if a song will be a hit

How music label Snafu uses AI to decode if a song will be a hit

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

With a team of 20-odd people, Snafu tries to unearth the rough diamonds from millions of songs. Can AI help look for a needle in a haystack? Ritwik Sharma finds out.

7 smart tips to get MORE followers on Twitter

7 smart tips to get MORE followers on Twitter

Rediff.com18 Nov 2019

Keep your tweets informative and entertaining such that it stands out from the rest, says Dr Ranjit Nair.

Madras HC dismisses Sun Group's plea against property attachment

Madras HC dismisses Sun Group's plea against property attachment

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

In a setback to Maran brothers, the Madras high court on Wednesday dismissed petitions filed by Kalanithi Maran owned Sun TV and Kal Communications challenging the attachment of their properties by Enforcement Directorate in connection with money laundering probe in Aircel-Maxis deal.

India must order 1.7 billion vaccines

India must order 1.7 billion vaccines

Rediff.com23 Apr 2021

Winning against Covid means thinking ahead, at least six months, putting in place the likely scenarios of what might happen, and then planning. Planning is the role of the government. Having planned, it should communicate what and why. Then, get out of the way, recommends Naushad Forbes.

Walt Disney buys out UTV arm for $30.5 mn

Walt Disney buys out UTV arm for $30.5 mn

Rediff.com26 Jul 2006

Post strategic sale, Disney will have a representative on the UTV board.

7 tips to bond with your family before lockdown ends

7 tips to bond with your family before lockdown ends

Rediff.com28 May 2020

When was the last time you watched your sister's wedding film or browsed through your childhood photo album?

As Work From Home Deepens...

As Work From Home Deepens...

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

... Are far-reaching social changes coming with it, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

Hyderabad, India's first 1Gbps-enabled city

Hyderabad, India's first 1Gbps-enabled city

Rediff.com31 Mar 2017

A recent study on internet speed in India put Hyderabad on top with 6.5 Mbps download and 4.5 Mbps upload speed

Arshad Warsi gets Rs 5 crores for Bigg Boss 2?

Arshad Warsi gets Rs 5 crores for Bigg Boss 2?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2008

The second season of Bigg Boss is about to begin, and Arshad Warsi seems to be the big winner already.

How Tech Mahindra plans to use 5G to boost revenue

How Tech Mahindra plans to use 5G to boost revenue

Rediff.com25 Mar 2019

Tech Mahindra is building 5G use cases with US-based hospitals to help manage devices remotely and eventually manage remote surgeries that will require seamless network connectivity.

'Illegal, mala fide': Karti on CBI summons in Aircel Maxis case

'Illegal, mala fide': Karti on CBI summons in Aircel Maxis case

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

The CBI had summoned Karti to appear before it on October 4.

PMO opposes plea to bring PM-CARES under RTI ambit

PMO opposes plea to bring PM-CARES under RTI ambit

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

The high court was hearing a plea by Samyak Gangwal challenging a June 2 order of the Central Public Information Officer (CPIO), PMO, refusing to provide documents sought by him on the ground that PM CARES Fund is not a public authority under the RTI Act.

Review: Kili Poyi is enjoyable

Review: Kili Poyi is enjoyable

Rediff.com4 Mar 2013

Malayalam film Kili Poyi is for people who enjoy adult entertainers.

Lt Col's plea against social media ban to be heard in-camera

Lt Col's plea against social media ban to be heard in-camera

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

The high court conducted the hearing in-camera after the counsel for the Centre requested for it on the ground that it was a very sensitive decision taken by the Army and the inputs cannot be made public.

The mystery of a car launch

The mystery of a car launch

Rediff.com16 May 2017

Price is no longer king. Maruti now has a new strategy to score over rivals.

Nokia Asha 205 has a dedicated Facebook key

Nokia Asha 205 has a dedicated Facebook key

Rediff.com11 Dec 2012

Nokia has also included 'Slam' feature in Asha 205. Slam allows consumers to share multimedia content like photos, music and video with nearby friends almost instantly.

'We knew we'd make more money than the corporates'

'We knew we'd make more money than the corporates'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2012

In ten years Karthik Kumar and Sunil Vishnu have built a profitable theatre company claiming that theirs is the only company that has theatre as a business venture.

IN PICS: Top 5 gaming smartphones

IN PICS: Top 5 gaming smartphones

Rediff.com17 Aug 2012

These devices offer superb gaming experience with lots of features offering true value for money to the buyers also.

Now, message in the lunch box

Now, message in the lunch box

Rediff.com21 May 2007

Last week, lunch boxes delivered by Mumbai's formidable army of dabbawallas (delivery boys) came with a small tag.

The hottest tech stuff for 2006

The hottest tech stuff for 2006

Rediff.com12 Jan 2006

CBI claims Dayanidhi pressured promoter to sell Aircel stakes

CBI claims Dayanidhi pressured promoter to sell Aircel stakes

Rediff.com18 Oct 2016

He was chargesheeted for the offences punishable under section 120-B