News for 'Lens'

This camera is mirrorless! And it costs more than diamonds!!

This camera is mirrorless! And it costs more than diamonds!!

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

Fujifilm leaps ahead of mirrorless camera competition by launching its GFX 100, a 102MP medium format CMOS sensor camera and two new Fujinon large format cinema zoom lenses named the Premista series.

How Google plans improve visual search results

How Google plans improve visual search results

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

Google will introduce a new way to search "visually" in the coming months, making it easier for users to express their questions in more natural ways. Google, at its Search On livestream event on Wednesday night, shared details of how the tech giant is bringing the latest in artificial intelligence (AI) to its products, giving people new ways to search and explore information in more natural and intuitive ways. Earlier this year at its flagship event Google I/O, the US-based company had announced that it had reached a critical milestone for understanding information with Multitask Unified Model or MUM.

'I'm not afraid of my darker side'

'I'm not afraid of my darker side'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

'My darker side is super dark and I'm not afraid of it.'

Google under CCI lens, other firms need to pull up socks

Google under CCI lens, other firms need to pull up socks

Rediff.com15 May 2014

This is the third such matter relating to Google's AdWords to come under the lens of CCI in the recent past.

Banks put SMEs under lens for forex exposure

Banks put SMEs under lens for forex exposure

Rediff.com23 Apr 2008

With little clarity on the list of companies that have mark-to-market losses on derivatives transactions, banks are now asking their corporate banking departments to scan the books of borrowers and also seek details of their foreign exchange exposure. Within this pie, banks are segregating companies with turnover of Rs 30-40 crore (Rs 300-400 million) to Rs 100 crore (Rs 1 billion) and those which are above this threshold.

Soccer PIX: Leicester punish Brentford; PSG held

Soccer PIX: Leicester punish Brentford; PSG held

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

Alaba strike on Clasico debut gives Real Madrid 2-1 win at Barcelona.

AWESOME Images Of The Heavens!

AWESOME Images Of The Heavens!

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

The Royal Observatory Greenwich has announced the shortlisted images of the 2022 Astronomy Photographer of the Year!

Shinde Cabinet Has Fadnavis Stamp

Shinde Cabinet Has Fadnavis Stamp

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

Most of the 40 MLAs in the Shinde camp don't have enough legislative experience to conduct business in the House and so the first ministry expansion needed induction of veterans.

High-value deals likely under I-T lens

High-value deals likely under I-T lens

Rediff.com7 Dec 2007

The government is likely to increase the number of transactions that require reporting from seven to tighten scrutiny and check evasion.

30 suicides rock Andhra Pradesh! Microfinance bodies under lens

30 suicides rock Andhra Pradesh! Microfinance bodies under lens

Rediff.com14 Oct 2010

As many as 30 rural borrowers have committed suicide in Andhra Pradesh in the last few months following their inability to pay back loans taken from microfinance institutions at exorbitant interest rates.

PIX: Villa maintain perfect start; Schalke end losing run

PIX: Villa maintain perfect start; Schalke end losing run

Rediff.com19 Oct 2020

Brighton and Hove Albion scored late to earn a 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace. Sheffield United and Fulham also drew 1-1 as both teams picked up their first points.

3,640 connections to 1 person: Idea under lens

3,640 connections to 1 person: Idea under lens

Rediff.com5 Aug 2010

Idea Cellular has over 68 million mobile subscribers and has operations in most of the circles across the country.

Would you buy the OPPO Reno 3 Pro for Rs 29,990?

Would you buy the OPPO Reno 3 Pro for Rs 29,990?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com lists the pros and the cons.

Insurance cos under lens for Rs 300-crore tax evasion

Insurance cos under lens for Rs 300-crore tax evasion

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

The Directorate General of Central Excise Intelligence has initiated a probe following complaints of the service tax evasion by various insurance providers.

Varane signing could take Manchester Utd to next level

Varane signing could take Manchester Utd to next level

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

After a string of middling transfer windows, Manchester United have made their biggest statement of intent in recent years by signing centre back Raphael Varane and winger Jadon Sancho.

PIX: Big wins for Barca, PSG as Lewandowski, Mbappe find net

PIX: Big wins for Barca, PSG as Lewandowski, Mbappe find net

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

IMAGES from the football matches played across Europe on Sunday.

News of Singh bros siphoning money sparks SFIO probe on Fortis, Religare

News of Singh bros siphoning money sparks SFIO probe on Fortis, Religare

Rediff.com19 Feb 2018

Fortis Healthcare has also come under the lens of Sebi, which launched an investigation into alleged regulatory lapses

Visa, MasterCard deals may come under lens

Visa, MasterCard deals may come under lens

Rediff.com15 May 2007

The government is considering to bring all international payment gateways like Visa and MasterCard under the ambit of law, whereby they would have to report suspicious transactions to the security agencies.

Priyanka Chopra's Kerala connection

Priyanka Chopra's Kerala connection

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

How many people knew her Nani was from Kottayam?

Will mobile phones replace DSLR cameras?

Will mobile phones replace DSLR cameras?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

Not at the moment, says Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com, but the day is coming soon when the DSLR camera might become redundant.

First Look: The Samsung Galaxy Note 10+

First Look: The Samsung Galaxy Note 10+

Rediff.com8 Aug 2019

Samsung has introduced two Galaxy Note 10 phones -- a powerful version called the Note 10+ and its smaller, lite sibling, the Note 10. Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com has the details.

More IT firms may come under US lens for visa issues

More IT firms may come under US lens for visa issues

Rediff.com2 Nov 2013

Infosys may have put the visa misuse investigations behind it through a civil settlement with the US authorities, but experts believe that the episode might drag its other peers under the scanner.

All short-term capital gains cases under lens

All short-term capital gains cases under lens

Rediff.com6 Jan 2007

According to market sources, it has been observed that most companies are filing claims under short-term capital gains, irrespective of the volume of transactions.

'What we need now is spending'

'What we need now is spending'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

'The classic thing we need as a country is the virtuous cycle where you have robust demand which leads to more capital spending which in turn leads to more job creation and more money in the hands of people.'

SingTel under lens for operating without a licence

SingTel under lens for operating without a licence

Rediff.com15 Jan 2010

DoT said SingTel was selling the full-circuit IPLC links to customers directly and also invoicing the customers in India without having a licence.

Rice: Deals above 10,000 tons under govt lens

Rice: Deals above 10,000 tons under govt lens

Rediff.com19 Nov 2009

If the quantity purchased from anywhere in the country exceeds 25,000 tonnes, the central government will also have to be informed in writing.

The only glitch with this Blackberry phone is...

The only glitch with this Blackberry phone is...

Rediff.com24 Oct 2018

The LE is a solid performer. But its small screen makes it less than ideal for multimedia use and gaming, says Khalid Anzar

Shiv Nadar steps down from HCL board, named Chairman Emeritus

Shiv Nadar steps down from HCL board, named Chairman Emeritus

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

HCL Technologies on Monday said its founder Shiv Nadar will take on the role of Chairman Emeritus and Strategic Advisor to the company's board. Nadar, chief strategy officer and managing director of the company, on completing 76 years of age, has tendered his resignation as the MD as well as the Director with effect from close of business hours on July 19, according to a regulatory filing. "In order to continue to benefit from his vast knowledge, experience, and wisdom in an advisory role, the Board of Directors in its meeting held today, after considering the recommendations of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee, has approved the appointment of Shri Shiv Nadar as the 'Chairman Emeritus and Strategic Advisor to the Board' for a term of five years with effect from July 20, 2021," it added.

How Pandora Papers differs from Panama, Paradise leaks

How Pandora Papers differs from Panama, Paradise leaks

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

While Panama and Paradise Papers had majorly focused on foreign entities created by entities, corporates or individuals overseas, Pandora is about the new method adopted by wealthy elites by setting up multiple layered complex trust structures.

'Our community has lost a giant'

'Our community has lost a giant'

Rediff.com31 May 2022

Urvashi Vaid dreamed of a common movement for social justice that could address them all: Racism, gender oppression and homophobia. Sandip Roy salutes the memory of Urvashi Vaid, one of America's most prominent LGBT activists, who passed into the ages this month.

Highlights of Union Budget 2022-23

Highlights of Union Budget 2022-23

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents her fourth Budget in Lok Sabha on Tuesday.

The Issue With Looop Lapeta

The Issue With Looop Lapeta

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

The simplicity of the model that was the original, which allowed it to glide with grace, has been foregone, observes Rohit Sathish Nair.

Writing With Fire: Only Indian Film In The Oscar Race

Writing With Fire: Only Indian Film In The Oscar Race

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

'This is a film that speaks to the spirit of women who have been cast into the bottom of India's social hierarchy, and how they have navigated their way to redefine the meaning of power.'

PIX: Messi shines in Barcelona win; Juve beat Milan

PIX: Messi shines in Barcelona win; Juve beat Milan

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

Lionel Messi was at the top of his game as Barcelona earned a 3-2 win at Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday to move up to third in La Liga.

'Soon a situation will come when the police will kill anyone claiming he was a criminal'

'Soon a situation will come when the police will kill anyone claiming he was a criminal'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

'There have been more than 70 cases of extra-judicial killings in Assam.' 'In some cases, people have been taken away from their homes by the police and then shot.'

'A lot of the time, when we lose things, we gain things too'

'A lot of the time, when we lose things, we gain things too'

Rediff.com20 May 2022

'Being embarrassed when you mess up is part of the human experience.' 'Getting back up, dusting yourself off and seeing who still wants to hang out with you afterward and laugh about it? That's a gift.'

Covid-19: Good, bad and ugly of Indian aviation sector

Covid-19: Good, bad and ugly of Indian aviation sector

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

The year gone by has also forced all airlines to turn the lens sharply on their own costs, workings and internal dynamics, opening their eyes to their vulnerabilities. Fewer, leaner, nimbler players will emerge from the carnage.

Zidane steps down as Real Madrid coach

Zidane steps down as Real Madrid coach

Rediff.com27 May 2021

Zinedine Zidane has stepped down as Real Madrid coach with immediate effect five days after his team were pipped to the La Liga title by city rivals Atletico Madrid, the Spanish club said on Thursday.

Govt seeks details of algorithm, processes used by Facebook

Govt seeks details of algorithm, processes used by Facebook

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

The move assumes significance as a series of reports recently citing internal documents showed "a struggle with misinformation, hate speech and celebrations of violence" in India - Facebook's biggest market with over 40 crore users.