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They only watch 'dirty movies': NITI member on J-K Internet shutdown

They only watch 'dirty movies': NITI member on J-K Internet shutdown

Rediff.com19 Jan 2020

NITI Aayog member V K Saraswat said the shutdown of internet services did not have any significant impact on the economy in J-K.

'Vague Allegations Against Election Commission Unfair'

'Vague Allegations Against Election Commission Unfair'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

'To attribute motives to the individual election commissioner or the Election Commission as a group is very unfair.'

The Indians who broke the Internet in 2018

The Indians who broke the Internet in 2018

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

From the winking girl to the dancing amputee, these people won over the Internet and our collective hearts.

'The Appetite For Horror Has Increased'

'The Appetite For Horror Has Increased'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

'How to hold people's attention is challenging.'

Why analysts are expecting a turnaround for IT companies

Why analysts are expecting a turnaround for IT companies

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

In previews of Q2FY25 and beyond, industry analysts are expecting a turnaround for IT services. High teens earnings per share or EPS growth is expected for the next two-three financial years. The hopes are backed by deal wins of above $100 billion as at Q1FY25, up 16.6 per cent year-on-year ( Y-o-Y).

Stop using the Internet for self-diagnosis right now!

Stop using the Internet for self-diagnosis right now!

Rediff.com28 Oct 2017

Here's how self-diagnosis using the Internet is harmful.

Short-term margin overhang likely for Tata Communications

Short-term margin overhang likely for Tata Communications

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

The management of Tata Communications presented its product-to-platform strategy and explained how it hopes to grow its new products and portfolios, and geographies. The management targets doubling of data revenue by FY27 to ~28,000 crore (implied 18 per cent annual revenue growth). The DPS (Digital Platform & Services) segment is likely to contribute over 60 per cent of data revenue.

AI, Cloud, super app: Adani group to bet big on tech

AI, Cloud, super app: Adani group to bet big on tech

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Coal-to-airports conglomerate Adani group is set to make a splash in the tech world. The group is considering the creation of customised artificial intelligence (AI) models for commercial prospects and consolidating digital services on a super app, according to people in the know. The Adani One app, part of its consumer-facing businesses, is reportedly in talks to expand into e-commerce and digital payments, according to a Financial Times report.

Know What Sadfishing Is?

Know What Sadfishing Is?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

It is 'when someone uses their emotional problems to hook an audience on the Internet.'
It essentially amounts to 'performing sadness online for sympathy and/or attention,' explains Sandeep Goyal.

'Work Is NOT Life'

'Work Is NOT Life'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

'Don't get stressed if you are not able to do your work.' 'If you feel you do not have the skill or capacity to do some work, accept it.'

WB concerned over Facebook's model of free internet

WB concerned over Facebook's model of free internet

Rediff.com14 Jan 2016

An open and free internet is a key contributing factor to innovation in the digital economy.

Sanjana Aap Bahut Sundar Ho

Sanjana Aap Bahut Sundar Ho

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Her fashion choices is one that's hard to ignore.

10 things that will make 2021 different!

10 things that will make 2021 different!

Rediff.com10 Jan 2021

From 5G to Tesla to Covid vaccine, 10 things will shape India's future.

The internet's next step

The internet's next step

Rediff.com18 Nov 2014

The step forward in marketing could be a move to bypass the media and towards owning it directly, says Ajit Balakrishnan.

'Ratan Made You Feel Special'

'Ratan Made You Feel Special'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

'He had a lovely, lovely, sense of humour, very subdued and very, very subtle, but it was very, very, prominent.'

Malayalam Cinema In No Mood To Slow Down

Malayalam Cinema In No Mood To Slow Down

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

'The film-literate public in Kerala are not happy watching run-of-the-mill movies.'

Villages To Safeguard India's Borders

Villages To Safeguard India's Borders

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

In underlining the role of border villages as custodians of India's frontiers, New Delhi is following China's example in Tibet.

Suicide Prevention Day: How To Help A Student In Distress

Suicide Prevention Day: How To Help A Student In Distress

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

Failure in examinations, the inability to get an expected score or admission to an educational institution of one's choice often precipitates distress in students and may increase the risk of suicide, warns Dr Rakesh K Chadda.

How Saloni Gaur became Internet star Nazma Aapi

How Saloni Gaur became Internet star Nazma Aapi

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

'I used to mimic my friends, my teachers, my relatives and that's how it started.' 'But yes, it obviously takes some effort to be funny while performing in character.'

'Bollywood Won't Revive!'

'Bollywood Won't Revive!'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

'People have got into the habit of sitting at home (and watching films).' 'They don't want to watch movies in theatres because they do not want to waste as much as Rs 1,000 on tickets.' 'They feel there is no point in watching a film on the big screen because it will anyway come on OTT in a month's time.'

Internet in J-K may not be restored soon: Officials

Internet in J-K may not be restored soon: Officials

Rediff.com29 Aug 2019

On the release of political leaders, the functionary said the administration is taking step-by-step decisions.

'Critics Wait 20 Years To Like My Films'

'Critics Wait 20 Years To Like My Films'

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

'Whenever people say to me that all my work looks unique, I say to them originality is the art of concealing your source.' 'You can't see the sources that I take from because usually, they are Indian.' 'But then Indians don't find my work Indian.'

When Karan Johar Yelled, 'Are You Mad?'

When Karan Johar Yelled, 'Are You Mad?'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

'When Bad Newz was given to me to direct, the first thing I did was go back to my childhood.' 'It's an ode to Hindi cinema.'

'The Audience Can't Be Tricked'

'The Audience Can't Be Tricked'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

'In the audience's mind there is no urgency to go see a film in the theatre.' 'If you pay for social media buzz it does not convert into bums on seats.'

How To Start A Business: 14 Tips

How To Start A Business: 14 Tips

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Business success often involves a combination of planning, implementation, and continuous learning, says rediffGURU Harsh Bharwani.

India's New Trilemma

India's New Trilemma

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

...Kids, jobs, emigration, notes Ajit Balakrishnan.

Mark Zuckerberg brings free Internet to Colombia

Mark Zuckerberg brings free Internet to Colombia

Rediff.com15 Jan 2015

Facebook Inc Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg launched a free Internet application in Colombia on Wednesday as part of a drive to bring developing markets online, but remained mute on when and if the company would look to move into China.

Consumer internet start-ups brace for salary cuts, layoffs

Consumer internet start-ups brace for salary cuts, layoffs

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

For now, Bounce, Shuttl, Fab Hotels, Instamojo, Zomato, Curefit, and HealthifyMe, among others, are going for salary deductions. Most of the consumer internet start-ups, besides those who are in the grocery delivery, education tech, and video conferencing business, would ultimately lay-off people and cut back salaries.

Fixed-line vs 4G Internet: Which is cheaper?

Fixed-line vs 4G Internet: Which is cheaper?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

Fixed-line Internet is consistent and translates into a better experience for users.

Indians' love for things foreign

Indians' love for things foreign

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

...Is this a virus more dangerous than Covid-19, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

Cognizant Tech to acquire Belcan for $1.3 bn in cash and stock

Cognizant Tech to acquire Belcan for $1.3 bn in cash and stock

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

Nasdaq-listed Cognizant Technology Solutions has signed a definitive agreement to acquire global engineering company Belcan for about $1.3 billion (Rs 10,853.7 crore) in cash and stock. The transaction is expected to close in the September quarter. The total consideration includes $1.19 billion (Rs 9,935.31 crore) in cash and 1.47 million Cognizant shares, valued at $97 million (Rs 809.53 crore) based on the information technology services provider's closing share price on June 7, 2024.

'The Internet is destroying journalism'

'The Internet is destroying journalism'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

'The scope of social networking as a form of journalism is limited. Yes, you can tweet a photo or write about, say, a policemen beating a protestor somewhere. But a real news story is complicated and analytical and it needs to be worked on... Journalism is not that simple,' Jonathan Franzen, arguably the greatest American novelist of his generation, tells Rediff.com's Sanchari Bhattacharya in a fascinating interview.

'Working with Hrithik is the last thing on our minds'

'Working with Hrithik is the last thing on our minds'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

'If I cared about what is being said and written about me, then I'd get consumed by it and wouldn't have time for what I'm doing.'

Leh Apex Body calls off border march in Ladakh, says stir to continue

Leh Apex Body calls off border march in Ladakh, says stir to continue

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

The LAB leaders said they will continue with their struggle in a peaceful manner through chain hunger strikes and protests.

Facebook open to solar plane-based internet services in India

Facebook open to solar plane-based internet services in India

Rediff.com4 Mar 2015

Facebook is now attempting to make truce with telecom operators through its programme.

'Actors Are Asking For The Sun, Moon And Earth'

'Actors Are Asking For The Sun, Moon And Earth'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

'Those movie stars are asking for Rs 35 crore and are opening to Rs 3.5 crore.' 'How's that math working?'

5 things to AVOID in a cover letter

5 things to AVOID in a cover letter

Rediff.com8 Apr 2021

Your cover letter length should not exceed one page and 250 to 300 words, advises Sarvesh Agrawal.

We Missed Industrial Revolution

We Missed Industrial Revolution

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Is India headed there again? questions Ajit Balakrishnan

'Don't remain silent, now is not the time'

'Don't remain silent, now is not the time'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

'Every day there are morphed, edited videos of female actors floating around on the Internet zooming into inappropriate body parts.' 'Where are we heading as a community, and as a society?'

Vinton Gray Cerf on the future of internet business in India

Vinton Gray Cerf on the future of internet business in India

Rediff.com11 Jan 2015

Interent is a flourishing business in India.