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Trump picks Fox News host as defence secretary

Trump picks Fox News host as defence secretary

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

United States President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday announced the nomination of popular Fox News host and Army veteran Pete Hegseth, 44, as his defence secretary.

CBI finds Raju's laptops difficult to crack

CBI finds Raju's laptops difficult to crack

Rediff.com13 May 2009

The Central Bureau of Investigation, investigating the financial scam at Satyam Computer Services, is finding it difficult to crack the content of the two laptops that belong to the company's founder, B Ramalinga Raju. It is now sourcing special accessories to unearth the data stored in them.

'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.'

Laptops at Rs 29,999 now!

Laptops at Rs 29,999 now!

Rediff.com8 Mar 2005

Notebook-manufacturer Acer has priced its entry-level Aspire range of notebooks at Rs 29,999, while Hewlett-Packard has slashed its notebook prices by up to 17 per cent.

Lt Col Purohit's laptop keeps cops guessing

Lt Col Purohit's laptop keeps cops guessing

Rediff.com21 Nov 2008

The laptop, handed over by the Army after a week of Purohit's arrest, was examined at a forensic laboratory during which, the probe agencies, claimed that he was often visiting anti-Muslim and jihadi websites, sources attached with the investigations said. But, the investigators did not get details about the composition about the saffron outfit -- Abhinav Bharat -- whose cadres are alleged to be behind the blast in Malegaon on September 29 which they were looking for.

22 killed, 8 hurt as fire engulfs Lithium battery plant in South Korea

22 killed, 8 hurt as fire engulfs Lithium battery plant in South Korea

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

Citing information from corporate officials, fire official Kim Jin-young stated that the nationality of the remaining deceased worker was not yet determined.

Now, a laptop that shouts 'Stop, thief'

Now, a laptop that shouts 'Stop, thief'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2009

In what seemed to be the latest technological feat, scientists have developed a laptop which can shout 'stop, thief!' when stolen.

3 million rural kids in India to get laptops

3 million rural kids in India to get laptops

Rediff.com10 Jul 2009

The US-based Nicholas Negroponte-led non-profit organisation, One Laptop per Child (OLPC), is planning to distribute three million XO laptops, each costing Rs 11,000, among children entering schools by the end of 2009.

It's boom time for laptops in China

It's boom time for laptops in China

Rediff.com13 Feb 2004

There is no denying that China is booming! According to a media reports sales of laptop computer and digital television -- items long considered fit only for the rich are expected to boom.

Police planted obscene material on laptop: Pandey

Police planted obscene material on laptop: Pandey

Rediff.com12 Dec 2008

Dayanand Pandey, arrested in connection with September 29 Malegaon blast case, has alleged that the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has planted obscene material on his laptop seized by them and then released it to the media to tarnish his image before the public.

Old laptop batteries could power slums in India: Study

Old laptop batteries could power slums in India: Study

Rediff.com7 Dec 2014

According to researchers at IBM India, many of the estimated 50 million lithium-ion laptop batteries discarded every year could provide electricity storage sufficient to light homes in developing countries.

IBM leads laptop sales in India

IBM leads laptop sales in India

Rediff.com22 Mar 2004

IBM India on Monday claimed it has been ranked as the top laptop vendor in India in revenue terms by International Data Corporation PC tracker report for 2003.

Will Apple iPad Pro replace your laptop?

Will Apple iPad Pro replace your laptop?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2017

The device is already great. But its real capabilities will be unleashed after the iOS 11 is rolled out, says Abhik Sen.

Elon Musk's livestream with Trump hit by massive cyber attack

Elon Musk's livestream with Trump hit by massive cyber attack

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

Elon Musk has announced that a massive DDoS attack hit his livestream with former United States President Donald Trump, forcing X owner to scale down the live audience.

OLPC aims to sell 1 million laptops in India

OLPC aims to sell 1 million laptops in India

Rediff.com9 Aug 2010

Boston-based One Laptop Per Child (OLPC), a non-profit organisation, is targeting to sell 1 million OLPC XO laptops in India by the end of the current financial year.

HCL Info eyes double digit share of laptop market

HCL Info eyes double digit share of laptop market

Rediff.com17 Nov 2008

"The drop in the sales of laptops in India in the last quarter is a temporary phenomenon. We attribute that to the increasing difference in costs between the desktops and laptops, especially due to the rise in dollar value. We are confident of garnering a double digit market share in the laptop segment in India in the next 18 months," George Paul, executive vice president, marketing, HCL Infosystems said.

Laptop with data on Wankhede, sea link stolen

Laptop with data on Wankhede, sea link stolen

Rediff.com2 Mar 2011

Amid apprehensions about Wankhede stadium becoming a possible terror target during the cricket World Cup, a laptop containing vital information about the renovated stadium and the Bandra-Worli Sea Link has been stolen, setting off alarm bells in the police establishment. A theft case was registered by the Azad Maidan police station on Monday morning after a window on the seventh floor of PWD's building in south Mumbai was found broken and the laptop missing.

Here's how you can jazz up your laptop

Here's how you can jazz up your laptop

Rediff.com4 Jul 2011

To get the most out of your notebook and use its intended functions, particularly portability, it is important that you have the right choice of accessories.

Only 10 banks had minor disruptions: RBI on outage

Only 10 banks had minor disruptions: RBI on outage

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

The Indian financial and payments systems remained largely unaffected by the Microsoft services outage, though about 10 banks and NBFCs faced minor disruptions which have either been resolved or are being fixed.

Laptops, free petrol for taxmen

Laptops, free petrol for taxmen

Rediff.com21 Jan 2008

The reason for the largesse, a first in the revenue department, is on account of direct and indirect tax collections exceeding the target (Budget estimate) for 2006-07. Total revenue collections stood at Rs 470,987 crore (Rs 4,709.87 billion) for the year, against the targeted Rs 439,952 crore (Rs 4399.52 billion).

Where You Can Watch Bad Newz

Where You Can Watch Bad Newz

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Sukanya Verma gives you some interesting options to choose from.

Illegal live streaming-betting racket with Pak link busted in Guj

Illegal live streaming-betting racket with Pak link busted in Guj

Rediff.com23 Jun 2024

The server used for the purpose was tracked by cyber crime personnel to Divyanshu Patel, a resident of Unjha in Mehsana district, who was arrested, he said.

Hidden camera in washroom: Girls accuse Andhra college of cover-up

Hidden camera in washroom: Girls accuse Andhra college of cover-up

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

Hundreds of students have been staging protests at S R Gudlavalleru Engineering College in Krishna district since Thursday night over the alleged incident. Demanding justice at any cost, the students vowed not to attend classes until then, while the minister said that truth would come out and the culprits would be punished.

Journo Shahzad's laptop, mobile, emails missing

Journo Shahzad's laptop, mobile, emails missing

Rediff.com19 Jul 2011

The inquiry commission probing the murder of Pakistani journalist Syed Saleem Shahzad on Tuesday informed that his laptop computer, mobile phone and email records were missing.

Rlys to provide laptops to all officers

Rlys to provide laptops to all officers

Rediff.com3 Aug 2007

The ministry would spend about Rs 930 crore (Rs 9.30 billion) in the current fiscal year in information technology-related activities out of Rs 31,000 crore (Rs 310 billion) budget.

Surface 3 may replace laptops, says Microsoft

Surface 3 may replace laptops, says Microsoft

Rediff.com21 May 2014

The company announced the launch at its 'small' Surface event, but didn't launch the Surface Mini rumored to debut at the presentation.

Laptop must for higher education, says panel

Laptop must for higher education, says panel

Rediff.com12 Oct 2006

The report said the grand plan for technology deployment on campuses was aimed at preparing and providing them essentially digital infrastructure ready to be used by a "plugged in, digital savvy-generation".

14 tips to keep your laptops fit

14 tips to keep your laptops fit

Rediff.com27 Jul 2006

Buying a notebook PC is easy, but taking care of one is equally essential. ASUS India, a leading manufacturer of notebook computers, guides notebook-users on the proper usage and maintenance of notebook PCs.

Rs 2.5 lakh for a laptop! Are you game?

Rs 2.5 lakh for a laptop! Are you game?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2017

Priced at Rs 247,990, the ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) G752VS laptop sports an unlocked 6th generation Intel i7 processor.

Police bust massive IPL betting operation in Indore

Police bust massive IPL betting operation in Indore

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

The accused had obtained mobile phone SIM cards in fake names and used to take betting amounts from people through QR codes, the official said.

iBall CompBook Premio v2.0: A power laptop at an affordable price

iBall CompBook Premio v2.0: A power laptop at an affordable price

Rediff.com7 May 2018

Priced at 21,999, this 14-inch device is as fair a deal as they come.

This Lenovo laptop is a good buy

This Lenovo laptop is a good buy

Rediff.com15 May 2007

GA reader Prasad Kheljade rates the Lenovo 3000 N100 A36 laptop. Here's way.

After student's suicide, LSR offers fee rebates, laptops on need

After student's suicide, LSR offers fee rebates, laptops on need

Rediff.com21 Nov 2020

Following the suicide of a student allegedly over financial constraints, the Lady Sri Ram College has announced reduction in fee for a few courses, setting up a committee to provide laptops and allowed some second-year students to reside in hostels.

Studying MBA? Six laptops under Rs 45k for YOU!

Studying MBA? Six laptops under Rs 45k for YOU!

Rediff.com19 May 2011

We looked up some of the best MBA-friendly laptops out there in the market and are briefly reviewing them for you.

New client additions to turbocharge Dixon growth

New client additions to turbocharge Dixon growth

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

The news of Dixon Technologies (India)'s tie-up with HP in addition to its existing Lenovo and Acer partnerships has led to a 5 per cent stock uptick since the start of the week. Dixon can target roughly 60 per cent of India's addressable IT hardware market with these contracts. Dixon targets Rs 48,000 crore in revenue from IT hardware under the PLI scheme over the next six years.

Laptops for SC, HC judges by year-end

Laptops for SC, HC judges by year-end

Rediff.com22 Apr 2005

The Parliamentary Committee on Law and Justice felt that while the move to computerise all levels of judiciary is in progress, it would be of immense help to the judges if they were provided with laptops.

Can Isha Do What Her Dad Did With Jio?

Can Isha Do What Her Dad Did With Jio?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2023

Isha's stab at the bottom of the laptop pyramid shows she is a true Ambani.

7 Daily Habits That May Be Ruining Your Skin

7 Daily Habits That May Be Ruining Your Skin

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

Kiran Bhatt, a cosmetologist with a PhD in nutrition, explains how poor hygiene and lifestyle can impact your skin's health causing infections.

Notion Ink's tablet that doubles up as a laptop too

Notion Ink's tablet that doubles up as a laptop too

Rediff.com24 Nov 2014

Running on Windows 8.1 and backed by a quad core Intel Atom processor, Notion Ink's Cain 2 in 1 doubles up as a laptop as soon as you connect the tab to its magnetic keyboard cover.