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Today's Google doodle: Who is Mahadevi Varma?

Today's Google doodle: Who is Mahadevi Varma?

Rediff.com27 Apr 2018

On this date, April 27, in 1982, the Hindi poet received the Jnanpith Award for her outstanding contribution to Indian literature.

CES 2019: Stunning new gadgets for your home

CES 2019: Stunning new gadgets for your home

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

The Consumer Electronics Show, currently on in Las Vegas, is showcasing exciting new products, enhanced with Artificial Intelligence and machine learning.

In India, a lot is at stake for both Google and Facebook

In India, a lot is at stake for both Google and Facebook

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

Apart from digital advertising revenue, both companies want to reach out to the 'next billion' Indian customers. After all, around half of the 1.3 billion population is still not on the net and this represents a challenge as well as an opportunity.

'Zakir Bhai Loved Cricket'

'Zakir Bhai Loved Cricket'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

'When there was a match, he would be up all night watching it on his laptop with Kishori Amonkarji singing on the side.'

Google doodles Japanese geochemist Katsuko Saruhashi

Google doodles Japanese geochemist Katsuko Saruhashi

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

Dr Saruhashi is renowned for her groundbreaking research as a geochemist.

'Google 'polluted Internet' with classified material'

'Google 'polluted Internet' with classified material'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2014

After registering a Preliminary Enquiry against Google for alleged mapping of classified areas, CBI has sought help of Survey of India which has alleged that the Internet giant continued to "pollute" the web with classified material despite being warned against it.

Meet The 15-Year-Old AI Whiz Kid

Meet The 15-Year-Old AI Whiz Kid

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

'It was the early days of my 5th standard school vacation, and my mother asked me, 'Robotics classes or swimming classes for the weekends?' I chose robotics classes because technology fascinated me.'

Google's doodles set to get more interactive

Google's doodles set to get more interactive

Rediff.com18 Apr 2011

Google's doodle has been famous for recreating the search giant's logo to mark an important event or artiste.

Google morphs into Alphabet Inc; investors cheer clarity

Google morphs into Alphabet Inc; investors cheer clarity

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

Google Inc announced a surprise overhaul of its operating structure on Monday, creating a holding company called Alphabet to pool its many subsidiaries and separate the core web advertising business from newer ventures like driverless cars.

Smart Home Lighting: A Starter's Guide

Smart Home Lighting: A Starter's Guide

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

Smart lighting is about to revolutionise the way we think of the humble bulb.

Review: The Bose Home Speaker 300

Review: The Bose Home Speaker 300

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

Veer Arjun Singh brings you the pros and cons.

Google vs government war over Street View

Google vs government war over Street View

Rediff.com28 Jun 2011

Bengaluru Police have made it clear that there shall be no collection of images by Google Inc for its street-view services. \\nKarnataka Home Minister R Ashok too has dashed off a letter to the Union government, requesting it not to permit Google to go ahead with this service.

Work from home tips: 'Do not work sitting on your bed'

Work from home tips: 'Do not work sitting on your bed'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

You need to revamp both your work practices and technology tools to maintain your efficiency and effectiveness

Strong growth prospects, mixed valuations seen for Info Edge stock

Strong growth prospects, mixed valuations seen for Info Edge stock

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Info Edge (India), the country's leading consumer internet company known for its platforms in recruitment (naukri.com), real estate (99acres.com), matrimony (jeevansathi.com) and education (shiksha.com) space, delivered revenue growth in line with expectations in the April-June quarter (Q1) of FY25.

More Indians searching for govt jobs: Google

More Indians searching for govt jobs: Google

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

E-commerce job queries have been increasing as well.

Google doodles for cartoonist Winsor Zenic McCay

Google doodles for cartoonist Winsor Zenic McCay

Rediff.com15 Oct 2012

American cartoonist Winsor Zenic McCay had inspired the likes of Walt Disney and several other animators of his time. Google pays a tribute to his genius with this interactive doodle.

How Google stands to gain from the Flipkart-Walmart mega deal

How Google stands to gain from the Flipkart-Walmart mega deal

Rediff.com7 May 2018

Google will be able to co-relate data from the first click to the final delivery of product. This kind of knowledge is invaluable, something which even Amazon does not have.

Bram Stoker: Google doodles for Dracula creator

Bram Stoker: Google doodles for Dracula creator

Rediff.com8 Nov 2012

Today, the search giant is celebrating the Irish novelist's 165th birthday with the doodle.

10 points about Google Pixel that should worry Apple

10 points about Google Pixel that should worry Apple

Rediff.com5 Oct 2016

Whether it is Cupertino or Redmond or California, Artificial Intelligence is the new mantra for tech companies, and Google too is betting big on AI for its newest phones Pixel and Pixel XL.

Google to build biggest campus outside US in Hyderabad

Google to build biggest campus outside US in Hyderabad

Rediff.com12 May 2015

Google will build its largest campus outside the Unites States in Hyderabad.

Internet drives mobile in India, says Google

Internet drives mobile in India, says Google

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

In classifieds, over 41 per cent job searches were from mobile phones.

Mystery over Google doodle featuring UFO solved

Mystery over Google doodle featuring UFO solved

Rediff.com7 Sep 2009

Google Doodles are the various modifications or humorous features the company does to its logo that appears on its home page.

Google doodles for Julius Richard Petri

Google doodles for Julius Richard Petri

Rediff.com31 May 2013

The search engine giant commemorates the achievements of German bacteriologist and inventor of the Petri dish.

Why Larry and Sergey named Sundar Google CEO

Why Larry and Sergey named Sundar Google CEO

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

'Sergey and I have been super excited about his progress and dedication to the company. And it is clear to us and our board that it is time for Sundar to be CEO of Google,' Lary Page said.

Indian-origin techie shot wife, himself; kids' death remains mystery

Indian-origin techie shot wife, himself; kids' death remains mystery

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

Anand Henry, an Indian-origin former Meta software engineer is suspected of killing his wife and twin sons before turning a gun on himself in a gruesome murder-suicide in the United States state of California, according to authorities.

Google doodles for Mary Leakey's 100th anniversary

Google doodles for Mary Leakey's 100th anniversary

Rediff.com6 Feb 2013

The doodle is a tribute to British archaeologist Mary Leakey.

'Risk Of Such Disasters Has Increased In The Last 10 Years'

'Risk Of Such Disasters Has Increased In The Last 10 Years'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

'Heavy rains are not the primary reason for landslides in Wayanad.' 'There are all sorts of (human) intervention going on in that area.'

Terrorists used Google Earth

Terrorists used Google Earth

Rediff.com30 Nov 2008

Slowly but surely pieces of the jigsaw puzzle of the conspiracy behind Mumbai terror attacks are falling into place.

California solar project: Google puts $168 mn

California solar project: Google puts $168 mn

Rediff.com12 Apr 2011

The plant, Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating System, which is being developed by BrightSource Energy, will generate 392 MW of clean, solar energy when completed in 2013, Google said.

The woman who is giving Google sleepless nights

The woman who is giving Google sleepless nights

Rediff.com17 Apr 2015

In EU Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager, who has kickstarted the long-pending anti-trust investigation into Google, the internet search giant may have finally met its match.

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

Google to overhaul YouTube

Google to overhaul YouTube

Rediff.com7 Apr 2011

Google's popular video sharing website YouTube will soon be overhauled and turned into a premium content competitor with organised channels and professionally produced video.

Google to train 2 million developers on Android in India

Google to train 2 million developers on Android in India

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

The training is available for both students as well as mid-career developers.

How Facebook, Google tools are helping ease Nepal jitters

How Facebook, Google tools are helping ease Nepal jitters

Rediff.com27 Apr 2015

With many searching their loved ones after the Nepal earthquake, Google has launched its 'person finder' tool and Facebook has activated its 'safety check' feature to help locate and report missing persons.

10 things you must know about Google Nexus 6P

10 things you must know about Google Nexus 6P

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

Planning to buy the Nexus 6P? Read this first

15 amazing facts that trace the rise of Google

15 amazing facts that trace the rise of Google

Rediff.com27 Sep 2013

Let's take a look at some amazing facts that trace its history.

'At 18, I Decided To Pursue An MBBS Degree, So I Gave Up Acting'

'At 18, I Decided To Pursue An MBBS Degree, So I Gave Up Acting'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

'In Krrish, I was playing Hrithik's child version.' 'I also did Ishq Vishk with Shahid Kapoor.' 'In Aetbaar, I remember doing scenes with Amitabh Bachchan.'

How Smart TV Is Changing India

How Smart TV Is Changing India

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

The way video is being watched and monetised is changing. This is the first thing that stands out as the penetration of smart TVs continues to rise.

Google doodles for Maria Sibylla Merian's 366th birthday

Google doodles for Maria Sibylla Merian's 366th birthday

Rediff.com2 Apr 2013

Today's Google is celebrating German naturalist Maria Sibylla Merian's 366th birthday

Google Maps makes its way back to the iPhone

Google Maps makes its way back to the iPhone

Rediff.com13 Dec 2012

Apple's home-grown mapping service had flopped, prompting user complaints, the firing of an executive and a public apology from Apple's CEO.