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Review: The Raid 2 is too gory to stomach

Review: The Raid 2 is too gory to stomach

Rediff.com30 May 2014

The Raid 2 is dominated by a lot of unnecessary violence, says Paloma Sharma.

This 50-inch LED costs just Rs 40,000... And it's worth it

This 50-inch LED costs just Rs 40,000... And it's worth it

Rediff.com18 Aug 2018

The TV has a slim LED screen that offers good viewing angles. It is fit to be mounted on the wall or placed on its feet in a spacious bedroom, says Veer Arjun Singh.

Rosalind Franklin, the woman who never won the Nobel

Rosalind Franklin, the woman who never won the Nobel

Rediff.com25 Jul 2013

The search engine pays tribute to Rosalind Franklin best known as 'the woman who was not awarded the Nobel prize for the co-discovery of the structure of DNA'

10 best-performing tech CEOs in the world

10 best-performing tech CEOs in the world

Rediff.com24 Jul 2013

Here are the leaders that have created the best value for shareholders while maintaining high standards of corporate social responsibility.

How 2012 affected Indian students

How 2012 affected Indian students

Rediff.com27 Dec 2012

The year 2012 saw some interesting breakthroughs in the field of education for Indian students. While some brought joy, others spelt confusion and further added to their woes. We explore

'Curb on Internet freedom bad for Indian democracy'

'Curb on Internet freedom bad for Indian democracy'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2012

Google is great for shopping, but not for learning, says Siva Vaidhyanathan, Robertson Professor in Media Studies Chair, Department of Media Studies, University of Virginia.

Need info? Your mobile phone can help

Need info? Your mobile phone can help

Rediff.com9 Apr 2009

Google allows users to phone a toll-free number and make a query. The 'voice search' uses a combination of automated voice recognition engine and operators to provide this facility. To make the service faster and better, Google is also experimenting with voice recognition technology, which will ensure 24-hour support. Currently, the automated system offers results in English, but the operator-driven system offers results in only Hindi and Telugu.

'Reveal names of those posting objectionable content'

'Reveal names of those posting objectionable content'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2012

'My personal belief is that companies should reveal the details of the person who is posting content online which may hurt another person, so that one can go ahead with criminal proceedings against the former,' says Vinay Rai, who has gone to court against Web sites that he feels post objectionable content.

Topless Bella goes bleach blonde for mag cover

Topless Bella goes bleach blonde for mag cover

Rediff.com18 Dec 2016

In our weekly round up, catch all the gossip in the field of fashion and entertainment from around the world.

New to online dating? Watch out for these signs

New to online dating? Watch out for these signs

Rediff.com9 May 2019

Seema Punwani tells you how to separate the sleaze bags from the good men on dating apps.

China clamps down on Internet during key Party Congress

China clamps down on Internet during key Party Congress

Rediff.com9 Nov 2012

Web users in China are having a harrowing time specially to use search engine Google and login into its mail service 'Gmail' as Internet speed has been drastically reduced coinciding with a key week-long meet of the ruling Communist Party.

Nasa discovers entire solar system like ours

Nasa discovers entire solar system like ours

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

Kepler-90i -- a sizzling hot, rocky planet that orbits its star once every 14.4 days -- was found using machine learning from Google to scour data from NASA's planet-hunting Kepler Telescope.

5 reasons to be wary of Aadhaar

5 reasons to be wary of Aadhaar

Rediff.com22 Apr 2017

Not only is your privacy stripped stark naked, says Mitali Saran, the system itself is illegal and vulnerable.

From Wikipedia to Darkipedia: Protest against anti-piracy law

From Wikipedia to Darkipedia: Protest against anti-piracy law

Rediff.com18 Jan 2012

Wikipedia, the online encyclopedia, and other popular websites went dark on Wednesday as search engine Google blotted its logo as part of protests to stop Internet piracy legislation being considered by the United States Congress.

Why internet companies are upset with Kapil Sibal

Why internet companies are upset with Kapil Sibal

Rediff.com8 Dec 2011

Kapil Sibal has caused a furore by suggesting that internet companies need to 'pre-screen' pages. Here's a peek at some of the chief issues being debated.

Can Indian storytellers conquer the world?

Can Indian storytellers conquer the world?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

If Indian storytelling can deliver, it can make the entertainment industry an engine of economic growth and a substantial contributor to GDP, says Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

First look: Huawei's Mate 30 series

First look: Huawei's Mate 30 series

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

Huawei the Chinese phone maker unveiled its Huawei Mate 30 series phones, the Huawei Mate 30 Pro and the Mate 30 in an event in Munich, Germany on 19th September 2019.

Websites privy to hosted contents, can't shun liability'

Websites privy to hosted contents, can't shun liability'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2012

All 21 websites, including Google and Facebook, summoned earlier by a magisterial court, are liable to face prosecution for being privy to the hosting of inflammatory contents on their webpages, the Delhi high court was told on Thursday.

Facebook banned in Pakistan

Facebook banned in Pakistan

Rediff.com20 Sep 2011

The Lahore High Court has directed Pakistani authorities to block access to all websites, including Facebook, that are involved in "spreading religious hatred" and to submit a compliance report by October 6.

Warriors of the fake news era

Warriors of the fake news era

Rediff.com28 Jun 2017

'It all runs on sugar-coated lies. If I like something, I will want to believe it.'

Jagan's arrest overtakes KKR victory in cyber space

Jagan's arrest overtakes KKR victory in cyber space

Rediff.com28 May 2012

The cyber news space on Monday was dominated by the news of YSR Congress party chief Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy's arrest, overtaking the news of the historic win of Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League. Google news had 72,800 news stories featuring Jagan in just 30 seconds, while Kolkata Knight Riders had a little above half at 37,700 in 38 seconds.

'Accidental Hindus are now showing gotra, janeyu': Yogi's taunt at Rahul

'Accidental Hindus are now showing gotra, janeyu': Yogi's taunt at Rahul

Rediff.com16 Dec 2018

He said Google failed before the epic Ramayana, which was written by sage Valmiki, and he asserted that the knowledge of the spiritual books was correct instead of what the search engine said.

Blue Whale Challenge & the modern-day Pied Pipers luring our children to death

Blue Whale Challenge & the modern-day Pied Pipers luring our children to death

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

The Blue Whale challenge didn't spring out of nowhere. It belongs to the well-established tradition of the glamourisation of self-harm on the internet.

Alphabet beats Apple to become world's most valuable company

Alphabet beats Apple to become world's most valuable company

Rediff.com2 Feb 2016

For a time it looked as if Apple would never relinquish the top spot in terms of market value.

Dating in lockdown: No more casual sex!

Dating in lockdown: No more casual sex!

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

>More young women and men want solid relationships as opposed to casual sex, reveals Able Joseph, founder of the dating app Aisle.

Toolkit case: Lawyer, green activist move HC for transit bail

Toolkit case: Lawyer, green activist move HC for transit bail

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

An advocate and an environmental activist on Monday moved the Bombay high court seeking transit anticipatory bail after they were named as suspects in a case filed by the Delhi police with regard to the 'toolkit' shared by climate activist Greta Thunberg over the farmers' protest.

COVID-19 lockdown: How cyber criminals cheat YOU

COVID-19 lockdown: How cyber criminals cheat YOU

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

'There has been a marked increase in four types of cases.' 'One is fraud related to online deliveries, online shopping and online groceries and liquor.' 'Second fake news, third hate speech and fourth sextortion.'

Meet few tech titans who gave away billions in charity

Meet few tech titans who gave away billions in charity

Rediff.com2 Dec 2015

Mark Zuckerberg's pledge on Tuesday to give away most of his Facebook shares, a roughly $45 billion fortune, helps cement his role as one of Silicon Valley's most generous donors.

Can wrong footwear cause health problems?

Can wrong footwear cause health problems?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

Approximately 72% people wear inappropriate sized footwear which is associated with all kind of foot problems.

All the things you will love about Apple's latest OS

All the things you will love about Apple's latest OS

Rediff.com4 Jan 2018

The macOS High Sierra is up and running.

IS recruit Abu got 'scholarship' from Zakir Naik's NGO: NIA

IS recruit Abu got 'scholarship' from Zakir Naik's NGO: NIA

Rediff.com22 Nov 2016

Abu Anas was arrested by the NIA in January for allegedly planning to carry out a terror strike ahead of Republic Day.

The world's top 20 brands; ICICI at no. 53

The world's top 20 brands; ICICI at no. 53

Rediff.com10 May 2011

A software giant has emerged as the world's most valuable brand.

Class 12 Hindi paper circulating on social media fake: CBSE

Class 12 Hindi paper circulating on social media fake: CBSE

Rediff.com31 Mar 2018

Two cases have been registered in the paper leak incident so far. The Crime Branch of Delhi Police has questioned nearly 60 people, including students and tutors, in this connection.

WhatsApp further clarifies on new privacy policy

WhatsApp further clarifies on new privacy policy

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

WhatsApp on Tuesday said its latest policy update does not affect the privacy of messages as the Facebook-owned company sought to address concerns around security of user data on the platform.

Goodservice: A unique concept to offer you the best solutions!

Goodservice: A unique concept to offer you the best solutions!

Rediff.com23 Jun 2015

The user chats with a person in real-time and thus prevents the app from misunderstanding.

The 20 best IT employers in India

The 20 best IT employers in India

Rediff.com25 Sep 2010

The Dataquest-IDC best employer top 20 list is made up of a mix of firms Indian IT firms and the India development centres of software multinationals.

How Facebook can disrupt OLX, Quikr's marketplace

How Facebook can disrupt OLX, Quikr's marketplace

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

With its free listing of goods and services, Facebook could disrupt the paid model adopted by classified players in the country, say Ayan Pramanik and Raghu Krishnan.

In Pics: A look back at Versace's memorable moments

In Pics: A look back at Versace's memorable moments

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

As Michael Kors takes over the Italian fashion house, we take a trip down memory lane and look back at the Versace story.

Mobiles: The next battleground

Mobiles: The next battleground

Rediff.com3 Dec 2010

Google, Yahoo, Rediff vie for market share of mobile internet users.

Can Microsoft regain ground lost to rivals?

Can Microsoft regain ground lost to rivals?

Rediff.com24 May 2010

Microsoft is promising a whole new user experience with its retooled and re-engineered offerings.