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Chhetri asks Netflix to give his fan two-month free subscription

Chhetri asks Netflix to give his fan two-month free subscription

Rediff.com3 May 2020

On Saturday, Chhetri posted a hilarious tweet and revealed that a fan asked him for his Netflix ID and password to pass the time during this lockdown phase. The 35-year-old footballer in a witty manner said he was really thinking to consider the demand since the user had his priorities sorted.

Anurag Thakur gets EC notice for 'goli maaro' slogan

Anurag Thakur gets EC notice for 'goli maaro' slogan

Rediff.com28 Jan 2020

He has been given time till 12 noon on January 30 to respond to the notice.

Ex Chelsea player Kalou suspended over handshake video

Ex Chelsea player Kalou suspended over handshake video

Rediff.com5 May 2020

The Ivorian apologised for his behaviour which the German Football League described on Twitter as "absolutely unacceptable" and which some media suggested could even hamper the Bundesliga's hopes of re-starting after the coronavirus outbreak.

IT rules don't apply to search engine, Google tells HC

IT rules don't apply to search engine, Google tells HC

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

Google LLC has contended that the information technology rules for digital media are not applicable to its search engine, and urged the Delhi high court on Wednesday to set aside a single judge order which applied the rules on the company while dealing with an issue related to removal of offending content from the internet.

Left Afghanistan to avoid bloodshed: Ashraf Ghani

Left Afghanistan to avoid bloodshed: Ashraf Ghani

Rediff.com16 Aug 2021

From now on, the Taliban will be responsible for the "honour, wealth and preservation" of Afghanistan's people, Ghani said.

Despite Covid-19, FDI into India rose by 13% in 2020

Despite Covid-19, FDI into India rose by 13% in 2020

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

Foreign Direct Investment into India rose by 13 per cent in 2020, boosted by interest in the digital sector, and while fund flows "declined most strongly" in major economies such as the UK, the US and Russia due to the Covid-19 pandemic, India and China "bucked the trend", the UN has said.

The curious case of Jack Ma's India plans

The curious case of Jack Ma's India plans

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

Jack Ma who had five years ago said he was inspired and excited by "Make in India" possibly understood the essence of the signature campaign better than some others and decided to stay away from India other than as an investor, says Nivedita Mookerji.

Why is Modi angry with Twitter?

Why is Modi angry with Twitter?

Rediff.com27 May 2021

Social media is reflecting a reality that the BJP does not want communicated. More people are saying things on social media that are upsetting the government, asserts Aakar Patel.

His entry into BJP opposed, MLA who quit TMC wants to meet Mamata

His entry into BJP opposed, MLA who quit TMC wants to meet Mamata

Rediff.com19 Dec 2020

Tiwari, who was also the Asansol civic body chief, quit the TMC on Thursday, following in the footsteps of the party's former heavyweight Suvendu Adhikari. Sources close to the leaders indicated that they may join the BJP soon, but things seems to have taken a different turn for Tiwari, as Supriyo and other BJP leaders opposed his entry into the saffron party.

Murray pulls out from Cologne event with pelvic problem

Murray pulls out from Cologne event with pelvic problem

Rediff.com19 Oct 2020

'I've been practising the last few days and trying to manage it, but after playing some points today, I decided that it was not going to be good enough to play.'

Saudi wealth fund's Rs 11,367 cr cheque for RIL

Saudi wealth fund's Rs 11,367 cr cheque for RIL

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

With this investment, Jio Platforms has raised Rs 115,693.95 crore from some of the leading global investment powerhouses at a time when the world is deeply impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

Credit card data of 1 million Domino's Pizza customers leaked

Credit card data of 1 million Domino's Pizza customers leaked

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

Domino's India data that included sensitive customer information such as their names, phone numbers, and credit card details has allegedly been breached and put on sale on the dark web. According to tweets by Israel-based Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of cybercrime intelligence firm Hudson Rock, Alon Gal, the data is worth 13 terabytes (TB). He tweeted on Sunday that the data includes as many as 180 million order details, including 1 million credit card details. The data, said Gal, was up for sale on the dark web. The threat actor, he said, was asking for $550,000 for the data.

Don't waste time playing clown: Rahul to PM on coronavirus

Don't waste time playing clown: Rahul to PM on coronavirus

Rediff.com3 Mar 2020

Gandhi said a "true leader" would be completely focused on averting the massive crisis about to be unleashed by the potentially deadly virus on the country and its economy.

Byju's buys edtech start-up Whitehat Jr for $300 million

Byju's buys edtech start-up Whitehat Jr for $300 million

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

Bajaj sold his 18-month-old start-up WhiteHat Jr to Byju Raveendran for $300 million in an all-cash deal - over the video conferencing platform Zoom. The deal is the biggest in the Indian edtech sector by far.

What killed Mahesh Anand?

What killed Mahesh Anand?

Rediff.com11 Feb 2019

'His main problem was the lack of work opportunities.'

50 more start-ups likely to join unicorn club in year or two

50 more start-ups likely to join unicorn club in year or two

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

There seems to be no dearth of funds to fuel this growth, report Peerzada Abrar and Shivani Shinde.

Why you must visit the Kochi-Muziris Biennale!

Why you must visit the Kochi-Muziris Biennale!

Rediff.com24 Dec 2018

The Kochi-Muziris Biennale has put Kerala on the art tourism circuit, says Kishore Singh.

10 HOT Tech Careers

10 HOT Tech Careers

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

From cloud computing to people analytics, most lucrative future jobs will be dominated by people with digital skills and expertise, explains Sarita Digumarti, chief learning officer, UNext Learning.

Why Tata's buyout of Air India makes sense

Why Tata's buyout of Air India makes sense

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

The industry is hoping the Tatas deepen their dive and offer two stable airlines -- a Vistara merged into Air India servicing the international routes, and an AirAsia India merged with Air India Express that competes with the low fare airlines in India and offers destinations within five hours, says Anjuli Bhargava.

'Baseless political witch-hunt': Vadra on BJP's charges

'Baseless political witch-hunt': Vadra on BJP's charges

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

Union minister Gajendra Shekhawat had alleged that the UPA called off Rafale deal after a private company linked to Vadra was not chosen as a broker.

'They said the order has come from the top-most authorities'

'They said the order has come from the top-most authorities'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

'A male constable addressed my mother using profanities.' 'They said nothing could save our home from being bulldozed.' 'They want to make my father their sacrificial goat.'

Why Dutee Chand wants to sell her BMW

Why Dutee Chand wants to sell her BMW

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

'Today, I don't have any cash!'

Meet the man behind CoinDCX, India's first crypto unicorn

Meet the man behind CoinDCX, India's first crypto unicorn

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

A large part of the work that CEO Sumit Gupta does is focused on educating users and the larger community about investing in cryptocurrencies, reports Neha Alawadhi.

Raja Krishnamoorthi on why so many Indian Americans are running for office

Raja Krishnamoorthi on why so many Indian Americans are running for office

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

With an increasing number of people from the Indian-American community playing a significant role in US elections, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi said there is a realisation among them that "if you don't have a seat at the table, you're on the menu -- that is why they are voting and running for office in large numbers".

Sadly my work at Flipkart is done: Sachin Bansal

Sadly my work at Flipkart is done: Sachin Bansal

Rediff.com10 May 2018

He said he will be 'cheering from the outside' and urged Flipkart team to continue with the momentum.

How successful women deal with marriage, mobility & maternity

How successful women deal with marriage, mobility & maternity

Rediff.com23 Oct 2015

India sees the maximum drop in women representation from junior to middle-level positions.

Jaitley: Cong peddling lies on Rafale to save 'sinking dynasty'

Jaitley: Cong peddling lies on Rafale to save 'sinking dynasty'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2019

"How many more lies will be peddled to sustain a sinking dynast? India, certainly deserves better," Jaitley said.

Reliance to hold its first-ever virtual AGM on July 15

Reliance to hold its first-ever virtual AGM on July 15

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

In a regulatory filing, Reliance -- the country's most valuable company - said, 'The 43rd AGM will be held on Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 2 pm though video conferencing / other audio-visual means.'

Criticise us, but don't give lecture on democracy: Prasad to Twitter

Criticise us, but don't give lecture on democracy: Prasad to Twitter

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

We gave them (Twitter) three months' time. Others have followed, they haven't. Rule 7 of (IT) guidelines says if you don't comply then under Sec 79 you may lose intermediary status and may become liable to other laws including penal laws of the country

World's 10 biggest tech acquisitions

World's 10 biggest tech acquisitions

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

Take a look at the 10 biggest IT deals ever.

Thank you for the memories, Irrfan!

Thank you for the memories, Irrfan!

Rediff.com29 Apr 2021

We are all blessed that Irrfan Khan has left us a treasure trove of his remarkable films. The characters he played were real, believable. We recognised them and they have stayed with us. And so a fan I like to believe Irrfan Khan did not die, says Aseem Chhabra, the actor's biographer on Irrfan's first death anniversary.

UN's special rapporteurs ask govt to review new IT rules

UN's special rapporteurs ask govt to review new IT rules

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

The submission was made by the UN Special Rapporteurs on the promotion and protection of the right to freedom of opinion and expression Irene Khan; on the rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and of association Clement Nyaletsossi Voule; and the right to privacy, Joseph Cannataci.

With Halli Labs, Google makes its first Indian acquisition

With Halli Labs, Google makes its first Indian acquisition

Rediff.com13 Jul 2017

Joins Facebook, Apple and Twitter in buying Indian start-ups

ASK ANU: 'I like a guy who's married...'

ASK ANU: 'I like a guy who's married...'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

Flipkart ups the ante in grocery battle with Amazon

Flipkart ups the ante in grocery battle with Amazon

Rediff.com9 May 2019

Flipkart Supermart is already live in Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad and Delhi

Will Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan Be A Blockbuster?

Will Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan Be A Blockbuster?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2022

Mani Ratnam is experimenting with a real-life historical in Ponniyin Selvan, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

The Rajapaksas You Did Not Know

The Rajapaksas You Did Not Know

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

From Sri Lanka's most popular political family to its most despised -- going by the voices on the streets calling for the Rajapaksas' ouster -- what went wrong for the clan? Veteran Sri Lanka watcher N Sathiya Moorthy offers an insight.

At a Glance: Jio's stake sale

At a Glance: Jio's stake sale

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

Jio Platforms is expected to use its 388 million mobile phone subscribers as the cornerstone of an e-commerce and digital services business to rival Amazon and Walmart's Flipkart.

Can social media turn fortunes of a political party?

Can social media turn fortunes of a political party?

Rediff.com17 May 2019

Digital campaigns compared to billboards or even print ads not only have the power to reach wider audiences but also reduce the campaign costs. The focus on social media by political parties at election time, therefore, is hardly misplaced.

Modi terms yoga ray of hope in pandemic, announces app

Modi terms yoga ray of hope in pandemic, announces app

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

The prime minister noted that there may not have been any major public events in countries around the world and in India for around a year-and-a-half, but the enthusiasm for Yoga Day has not diminished.