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How to save democracy from Facebook

How to save democracy from Facebook

Rediff.com7 Apr 2018

All the fixes require either the enactment of a data-protection law, or the amendment of our existing competition law. This can take many years. However, there is an opportunity for the government to act immediately if it wishes to, says Sunil Abraham.

Amritsar Declaration calls for dismantling of terror sanctuaries

Amritsar Declaration calls for dismantling of terror sanctuaries

Rediff.com4 Dec 2016

The declaration also names Pak-based terror groups like LeT and JeM.

Piyush Goyal: 'Private sector may be allowed to set up their own railway line'

Piyush Goyal: 'Private sector may be allowed to set up their own railway line'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2018

Minister of Railways Piyush Goyal spoke with the media about his privatisation plan, safety road map and innovation strategy.

Kejriwal gets some help in tackling Delhi's water woes

Kejriwal gets some help in tackling Delhi's water woes

Rediff.com28 Dec 2013

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has promised to alleviate the severe water woes faced by many residents of the national capital.

India urges ICJ to annul Jadhav's death sentence

India urges ICJ to annul Jadhav's death sentence

Rediff.com20 Feb 2019

India questioned the functioning of Pakistan's notorious military courts.

Why Iran's infra push is good news for India

Why Iran's infra push is good news for India

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

Two projects in Iran, which India is to execute involving major financial commitments on its part, are of particular significance for Indian steel.

How India can find the next Sunil Chhetri

How India can find the next Sunil Chhetri

Rediff.com7 Oct 2019

Former Manchester United and Mumbai City forward, Uruguay's Diego Forlan and La Liga's managing director for India, Jose Antonio Cachaza discussed ways for India to become a footballing powerhouse. Norma Godinho/Rediff.com sat in as the duo discussed Indian football and the Spanish League's new India tie-up.

G20 leaders vow to fight terror; Paris attacks take centre stage

G20 leaders vow to fight terror; Paris attacks take centre stage

Rediff.com15 Nov 2015

Paris attacks took the centre stage at the G20 Summit on Sunday with Prime Minister Narendra Modi calling for a united global effort to combat terrorism as world leaders joined a clarion call to eliminate ISIS network.

Internet, satellite communication existed in Mahabharata era: Tripura CM

Internet, satellite communication existed in Mahabharata era: Tripura CM

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

The CM said he was proud that he was born in a country which had the "best communication system" and "best culture" in the whole world.

Football Roundup: Second-tier teams scramble for share of EPL riches

Football Roundup: Second-tier teams scramble for share of EPL riches

Rediff.com1 Aug 2017

This and more from the happenings in the world of football

Can Naresh Goyal take back Jet through auction?

Can Naresh Goyal take back Jet through auction?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2019

Naresh Goyal, after being ousted with his wife from the board last week, and with his shareholding halved to 25 per cent, can still make a comeback by partnering a new investor and win back majority control.

Sensex hits one-month low, ends below 31,000

Sensex hits one-month low, ends below 31,000

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

The S&P BSE Midcap and the S&P BSE Smallcap indices under-performed to lose 0.8% and 1.6%

Formula One under pressure end alcohol sponsorship

Formula One under pressure end alcohol sponsorship

Rediff.com22 May 2015

Formula One was accused of sending out a mixed message on alcohol at the Monaco Grand Prix on Friday by giving extensive publicity to drinks brands while campaigning for road safety.

Sensex, Nifty rise 1% as Fed keeps interest rates unchanged

Sensex, Nifty rise 1% as Fed keeps interest rates unchanged

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

Rate-sensitive sectors like banks, auto and realty witnessed strong buying demand in trades today

2015 Nobel Peace Prize: The Top Contenders

2015 Nobel Peace Prize: The Top Contenders

Rediff.com8 Oct 2015

Rediff.com takes a look at some personalities who are likely to win the prize this year.

Sensex gains 86 points, Nifty ends above 9,100; aviation stocks fly high

Sensex gains 86 points, Nifty ends above 9,100; aviation stocks fly high

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

The BSE Midcap and the S&P BSE Smallcap indices outperformed to gain 0.6% and 1.1%, respectively

I need to create 2 or 3 Switzerlands in India: Modi

I need to create 2 or 3 Switzerlands in India: Modi

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

Modi urged the Swiss business leaders to explore the investment opportunities in India.

Foreign airlines join in offering discounts on Independence Day

Foreign airlines join in offering discounts on Independence Day

Rediff.com13 Aug 2014

Indian and global carriers are offering limited period discounted fares to attract flyers from New Delhi on the occasion of the 68th Independence Day.

How the Internet was born, 25 years ago

How the Internet was born, 25 years ago

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

November 12 marks 25 years of the beginning of the World Wide Web. Shivanand Kanavi gives us the story of how it all began.

Centre to cancel all defence tenders bagged by Finmeccanica

Centre to cancel all defence tenders bagged by Finmeccanica

Rediff.com29 May 2016

The government has already withdrawn the RFP for heavy weight torpedoes for Socrpene submarines which was won by WASS, a Finmeccanica subsidiary, during the United Progressive Alliance regime. The government is now working out the alternatives.

Sensex scales new high; signs off 2017 with 28% gains

Sensex scales new high; signs off 2017 with 28% gains

Rediff.com29 Dec 2017

The broad-based NSE Nifty rose 52.80 points, or 0.50 per cent, to end at 10,530.70

Football Extras: Rooney to wear captain's armband in England farewell

Football Extras: Rooney to wear captain's armband in England farewell

Rediff.com15 Nov 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Can these stocks shine amid market gloom?

Can these stocks shine amid market gloom?

Rediff.com8 Mar 2018

Investors turn their attention to export-driven sectors.

Rs 14.95-lakh Jeep Compass hits Indian roads

Rs 14.95-lakh Jeep Compass hits Indian roads

Rediff.com1 Aug 2017

The 5-seater Compass is set to take on Hyundai Creta, Mahindra XUV500, Renault Duster, Toyota Innova and Tata Hexa.

How desi brothers built a $1.8 bn drug co

How desi brothers built a $1.8 bn drug co

Rediff.com30 Nov 2017

Amneal Pharmaceuticals is set to pip Sun Pharma as the fifth largest generics maker in the US, reports Sohini Das.

5 reasons why FT sale holds this big significance

5 reasons why FT sale holds this big significance

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

For the past few years the top brass at Pearson did pretty well to grapple with the threat of digital disruption.

Sensex, Nifty pause ahead of GDP data; RBI policy meet in focus

Sensex, Nifty pause ahead of GDP data; RBI policy meet in focus

Rediff.com30 Nov 2015

RBI's fifth bi-monthly monetary policy meet due tomorrow also kept the investors on their toes.

Profit booking, global cues subdue markets; Nifty holds 8,300

Profit booking, global cues subdue markets; Nifty holds 8,300

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

Midcap stocks continued to remain on buyers' radar with BSE Midcap index up 0.1%.

Indian co dreams of halting Facebook-Google

Indian co dreams of halting Facebook-Google

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

Bengaluru-based InMobi and Microsoft combine their powers to break the stranglehold of Google and Facebook in the digital advertising space.

10 countries that are poorer than WhatsApp

10 countries that are poorer than WhatsApp

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

Let's look at 10 well-known nations that have GDP less than the price Facebook paid for the chat service.

Markets fall for 6th straight session; Sun Pharma dips 2%

Markets fall for 6th straight session; Sun Pharma dips 2%

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

Sun Pharma dipped 2% to Rs 615 on the BSE, its lowest level since November 9, 2016

India set to retain fastest growing economy tag

India set to retain fastest growing economy tag

Rediff.com31 May 2016

India's upbeat outlook contrasts with neighbouring China, where growth slipped to 6.7 in the first quarter

Extras: 'Bale has never asked to leave Real'

Extras: 'Bale has never asked to leave Real'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2019

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

Jet to expand code-share pact with Etihad Airways

Jet to expand code-share pact with Etihad Airways

Rediff.com10 Jun 2013

Has also sought permission to share with Virgin Atlantic for new routes in Britain.

Naresh Goyal flew too close to the sun

Naresh Goyal flew too close to the sun

Rediff.com29 Apr 2019

'The airline business is very dynamic. If you are unable to keep up and lead, you end up last.' 'This is what has happened to Jet.'

Tiger Woods is now Hero's global brand ambassador

Tiger Woods is now Hero's global brand ambassador

Rediff.com2 Dec 2014

India's two-wheeler giant, the Hero Group, has signed American golf legend Tiger Woods as its brand ambassador in a four-year deal that targets capturing new markets in North America and Europe.

50% America-bound flyers to be impacted by US govt curbs on e-items

50% America-bound flyers to be impacted by US govt curbs on e-items

Rediff.com23 Mar 2017

Over 1.3 million, or 49% of passengers flew to the US via airports in the Gulf in FY16

Why Chinese firms are under govt lens

Why Chinese firms are under govt lens

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

The Swadeshi Jagaran Manch has pointed out that these firms pose a threat to domestic manufacturing and retailing as they do not pay relevant taxes such as GST, giving them a huge edge over local players.

India to be top infrastructure goods importer by 2020: HSBC

India to be top infrastructure goods importer by 2020: HSBC

Rediff.com8 Oct 2013

According to the report, the demand for materials needed for infrastructure projects like metals, minerals, buildings and transport equipment is expected to increase as the country invests in building its civil infrastructure.

Sensex maintains winning streak, up 200 points; bluechips gain

Sensex maintains winning streak, up 200 points; bluechips gain

Rediff.com19 Jun 2015

Monsoon is expected to be normal in June.