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Internet services suspended across Assam till Monday

Internet services suspended across Assam till Monday

Rediff.com14 Dec 2019

Internet services across Assam will remain suspended till December 16 to prevent alleged misuse of social media in disturbing peace and to maintain law and order in the state, officials said on Saturday.

Guj HC lifts stay on release of Aamir Khan's son's debut film 'Maharaj'

Guj HC lifts stay on release of Aamir Khan's son's debut film 'Maharaj'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

The film has nothing objectionable or derogatory, the court said after watching it, and allowed its release on streaming platform Netflix.

3 Jaish terrorists killed in six-hour gunfight in J-K's Doda

3 Jaish terrorists killed in six-hour gunfight in J-K's Doda

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

A policeman was also injured in the gunfight that broke out in Bajaad village in the Gandoh area around 9:50 am.

BEWARE Of Such Scams!

BEWARE Of Such Scams!

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

What is digital house arrest? It is a tactic cybercriminals use to confine victims to their homes and scam them, explains Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Internet Trouble

Internet Trouble

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

'Is the tech wonder of our times headed for trouble?' asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

India's New Trilemma

India's New Trilemma

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

...Kids, jobs, emigration, notes 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.

A Century Of Inspiring Olympic Moments

A Century Of Inspiring Olympic Moments

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

From the early pioneers to today's global superstars, the Olympics have captured hearts and minds, shaping cultures and inspiring generations.

Look Who Loves Tamannaah! Other Than Vijay, Of Course

Look Who Loves Tamannaah! Other Than Vijay, Of Course

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

The actor looks lovely in everything she wears.

A Heartfelt Letter To College Freshers

A Heartfelt Letter To College Freshers

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

Explore, engage, participate and excel in as many co-curricular activities and hackathons as possible to improve your self-confidence, communication skills and overall personality, advises rediffGURU Chocko Valliappa.

Muted spectrum auction sees telcos placing bids worth Rs 11,000 cr

Muted spectrum auction sees telcos placing bids worth Rs 11,000 cr

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

The auction of radio waves used for mobile services saw a muted opening on Tuesday, with five rounds attracting bids worth about Rs 11,000 crore from telecom companies. The government has put over 10,500 Mhz spectrum in eight frequency bands -- 800 MHz, 900 MHz, 1,800 MHz, 2,100 MHz, 2,300 MHz, 2,500 MHz, 3,300 MHz and 26 GHz, valued at Rs 96,238 crore at base price, for auction.

Mobile, internet suspended following Mangaluru violence

Mobile, internet suspended following Mangaluru violence

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

The Karnataka government has suspended mobile and Internet services in Dakshina Kannada district on Thursday night for the next 48 hours after two persons were killed in police firing during violent protests in Mangaluru against the controversial citizenship law. The decision to suspend Internet from 10 pm was taken in order to prevent misuse of social media platforms to disturb peace and tranquillity, and for maintaining law-and-order situation, according to a notification.

How many will be jailed before polls?: SC restores YouTuber's bail

How many will be jailed before polls?: SC restores YouTuber's bail

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

The apex court said that the accused did not misuse his liberty by protesting and expressing his views and also rejected the request of the state government to impose a condition on Sattai to refrain from making scandalous remarks while on bail.

Can You Recognise These Actors?

Can You Recognise These Actors?

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

We take a look at 10 recent awe-inspiring prosthetic aesthetics that actors have rocked for their respective roles in films.

Alia's Adorable Picture With Raha

Alia's Adorable Picture With Raha

Rediff.com27 May 2024

Get your lowdown on what's going on in the world of Bollywood.

HC summons J-K home secy over slow internet

HC summons J-K home secy over slow internet

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

Passing an order on a 'Court on its Own Motion' on Monday, a division bench of Chief Justice Mittal and Justice Sanjay Dhar expressed concern over urgent issues involving the rights of the residents of the union territories of Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh.

Section 144 imposed across Rajasthan for a month, internet suspended

Section 144 imposed across Rajasthan for a month, internet suspended

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

After the horrific murder of a tailor in Udaipur sparked outrage in the entire state, the Rajasthan government on Tuesday announced the imposition of Section 144 of Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) in all the districts for the next one month.

How DoT Plans To Check Rising Spam

How DoT Plans To Check Rising Spam

Rediff.com15 May 2024

Launched in March, it triggers re-verification of suspected fraudulent numbers. Failing re-verification, the number will be disconnected.

How 5-yr-old internet sensation trained with Tendulkar

How 5-yr-old internet sensation trained with Tendulkar

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

Tendulkar took care of all the expenses during Shahid and his family's visit to Mumbai and arranged for their stay at a guest-house.

'Fire Is Always A Concern In Mumbai'

'Fire Is Always A Concern In Mumbai'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

'As the city grows, so do its fire incidents.'

Afzal Guru's death anniv: Internet snapped in Kashmir

Afzal Guru's death anniv: Internet snapped in Kashmir

Rediff.com9 Feb 2020

The mobile internet services were suspended early in the morning as the authorities apprehended violence in the valley in view of the bandh call given by separatist outfits, the officials said.

DCW notice to Delhi police over sale of obscene pictures of goddesses online

DCW notice to Delhi police over sale of obscene pictures of goddesses online

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

DCW chairperson Swati Maliwal has issued a notice to Delhi Police and sought a report on the action taken in the matter.

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.

Low-speed mobile internet restored in Kashmir after 6 months

Low-speed mobile internet restored in Kashmir after 6 months

Rediff.com26 Jan 2020

But the service can only be used to access 301 websites approved by the administration. The approved sites include search engines and those associated with banking, education, news, travel, utilities and employment.

Nuh violence accused Bittu Bajrangi thrashes man in police presence

Nuh violence accused Bittu Bajrangi thrashes man in police presence

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

A video of the incident surfaced on the internet showing Bittu Bajrangi, a cow vigilante, along with some other men thrashing Shyamu, a tenant residing in Sanjay Enclave of Faridabad.

Ziva Explores Dubai With Her Dad

Ziva Explores Dubai With Her Dad

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

On Friday, January 5, a charming video surfaced on Ziva Singh Dhoni's Instagram handle featuring the stylishly dressed little one exploring Dubai hand-in-hand with her dad.

J-K admin decides against extending 4G internet beyond 2 districts

J-K admin decides against extending 4G internet beyond 2 districts

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

However, it said the high-speed facility which was restored on a trial basis in central Kashmir's Ganderbal and Jammu region's Udhampur on August 16 would continue till this month-end as there has been no report of its misuse in the two districts.

Exciting World Of Data Science

Exciting World Of Data Science

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

...and say bye to the humanities-science divide, says Ajit Balakrishnan.

It's a bit daunting: Jacks on being RCB's next ABD

It's a bit daunting: Jacks on being RCB's next ABD

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Will Jacks opened up on filling the shoes of legendary South African batter AB de Villiers as franchise's premier overseas batter, saying that the task is "daunting".

India lost over $1.3 billion to internet shutdowns in 2019

India lost over $1.3 billion to internet shutdowns in 2019

Rediff.com10 Jan 2020

The total cost of internet shutdowns across the world stood at $8.05 billion in 2019, an increase of 235 per cent since 2015-16.

Sec 144 clamped in Bengal village after protests for TMC leader's arrest

Sec 144 clamped in Bengal village after protests for TMC leader's arrest

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

Local women with sticks and brooms in their hands took out processions in different areas of Sandeshkhali as the protests intensified on the second day on Friday.

HC restrains misuse of actor Jackie Shroff's name, voice without consent

HC restrains misuse of actor Jackie Shroff's name, voice without consent

Rediff.com18 May 2024

The court said Shroff is a celebrity and this status inherently grants him certain rights over his personality and associated attributes.

Meet Supriya, Rohan Bopanna's Beautiful Wife

Meet Supriya, Rohan Bopanna's Beautiful Wife

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

A natural beauty, she's gorgeous in just about anything she wears -- be it a silk salwar suit, an off-the-shoulder maxi or even an envy-inducing monochromatic sweater.

T20 WC: India look to find rhythm in unknown conditions

T20 WC: India look to find rhythm in unknown conditions

Rediff.com31 May 2024

'I'm pretty sure all the fans across various teams are quite excited and looking forward to this tournament. And also as players (we) can't wait to get started.'

Bihar caste survey: 6% graduates, 15% passed Class 10

Bihar caste survey: 6% graduates, 15% passed Class 10

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

There are nearly 80 lakh graduates in Bihar, which is around 6.11 per cent of the total population, says the caste survey report tabled in Bihar assembly.

63 cases of unfair means reported in NEET-UG, no paper leak: NTA officials

63 cases of unfair means reported in NEET-UG, no paper leak: NTA officials

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

The agency is under criticism amid allegations of irregularities and inflation of marks in the crucial medical entrance exam.

We Missed Industrial Revolution

We Missed Industrial Revolution

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Is India headed there again? questions Ajit Balakrishnan

Sanjana Aap Bahut Sundar Ho

Sanjana Aap Bahut Sundar Ho

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

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

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.'

Poor Internet, long work hours: India's WFH challenge

Poor Internet, long work hours: India's WFH challenge

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

32 per cent employees from India were concerned about not having access to the right technology assets to be productive and 30 per cent cited the blurring boundary between work and personal lives as the top concerns should remote work arrangements continue long-term.