News for 'MAPPED'

Cellphones may now map cities

Cellphones may now map cities

Rediff.com11 Oct 2005

The Austrian city of Graz has been mapped using the cellphone information of users.

'Small finance banks need to build all product ranges'

'Small finance banks need to build all product ranges'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

'You cannot have only one product or one market or one customer segment.'

INTERACTIVE MAP: Constituencies with MOST murders

INTERACTIVE MAP: Constituencies with MOST murders

Rediff.com8 Jun 2014

Rediff.com's data journalists have broken down 2012 district-wise National Crime Record's Bureau data into a constituency-wise listing.

Will BJP commit to 3% of GDP for defence spending?

Will BJP commit to 3% of GDP for defence spending?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Neither the BJP, nor the Congress before it, made any manifesto commitments on defence spending, even though allocations have plummeted from 4 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in the late 1980s to less than 2 per cent today, points out Ajai Shukla.

'Faheem's sign matches with maps' handwriting'

'Faheem's sign matches with maps' handwriting'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2009

Specimen signatures of 26/11 accused Faheem Ansari matched with the writings on maps of Mumbai terror sites seized from him by Lucknow police at the time of his arrest in a bomb blast case in Uttar Pradesh last year, a handwriting expert informed the trial court on Friday.

Apple walks the talk, opens Maps development office in Hyderabad

Apple walks the talk, opens Maps development office in Hyderabad

Rediff.com19 May 2016

Apple has been continually updating and adding new features to Maps including 3D views.

SC upholds CBI probe against Shahjahan Sheikh, expunges HC remarks

SC upholds CBI probe against Shahjahan Sheikh, expunges HC remarks

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

In a setback to the West Bengal government, the Supreme Court on Monday dismissed its plea challenging a Calcutta high court order transferring to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) the probe into the January 5 attack on an Enforcement Directorate (ED) team in Sandeshkhali, allegedly by supporters of the now suspended TMC local strongman Shahjahan Sheikh.

I was handed a hot potato with carte blanche: Naravane on LAC tensions

I was handed a hot potato with carte blanche: Naravane on LAC tensions

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

In his memoir Four Stars of Destiny, Naravane recounts Singh's direction as well as a flurry of phone calls between the defence minister, external affairs minister, the national security advisor and the chief of defence staff that night on the sensitive situation.

Google to map the moon

Google to map the moon

Rediff.com21 Jul 2005

Thirty-six years to the day since Neil Armstrong and Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin became the first humans to walk on the moon, Google Inc. extended its mapping service to cover the lunar surface.

How hot is your city today? Mapping India's heat wave

How hot is your city today? Mapping India's heat wave

Rediff.com10 May 2016

The dread Indian summer has returned and is living up to its reputation as a terrible heat wave coils its vice grip across the nation.

Los Angeles scraps move to map Muslims

Los Angeles scraps move to map Muslims

Rediff.com15 Nov 2007

A decision to map Muslims -- citing security reasons -- in Los Angeles had to be called off after protests from the community, the Los Angeles Times has reported.

Mapping the AAP shock win in New Delhi

Mapping the AAP shock win in New Delhi

Rediff.com21 Jan 2014

Rediff.com's data experts using maps provide insights on how the nation's capital voted in the the AAP to power.

What Did Dada And Didi Discuss?

What Did Dada And Didi Discuss?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

Dada present at event bringing La Liga to India.

When Indira Gandhi's demand for papaya left this chef in tears

When Indira Gandhi's demand for papaya left this chef in tears

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

The papayas from Mumbai were too squishy, the chef raced through the streets of Goa in a police jeep to look for fruit ripened just right only to have security personnel puncture many a hole through them... a new book recalls in detail the struggle to procure and plate perfect papayas for Indira Gandhi during a Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in 1983.

Your Phone Will Be Even Smarter In 2024

Your Phone Will Be Even Smarter In 2024

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

This year will be the one when GenAI becomes a part of the daily lives of people around the world.

India 15th in top 25 AI nations but has 'greatest upward potential'

India 15th in top 25 AI nations but has 'greatest upward potential'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

India may be 15th among the top 25 Artificial Intelligence nations, but it has the 'the greatest upward potential' according to research by Tufts University's business school, the Fletcher School. At the top is the US, followed by China, fighting for global leadership in AI followed by the UK, Japan, and Germany. In the 15th spot, India is ahead of Brazil, Argentina, Indonesia, Mexico, Turkey, Indonesia and Thailand.

WATCH! Largest ever 3-D map of the universe

WATCH! Largest ever 3-D map of the universe

Rediff.com9 Aug 2012

Scientists have released the largest ever three-dimensional map of massive galaxies and distant black holes in our universe. The new map produced by Sloan Digital Sky Survey III pinpoints the locations and distances of over a million galaxies. It covers a total volume equivalent to that of a cube four billion light-years on a side.

Adani group adds Rs 73,000 crore in mcap as investors lap up shares

Adani group adds Rs 73,000 crore in mcap as investors lap up shares

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

The market capitalisation of Adani Group companies rose by nearly Rs 73,000 crore on Monday as investors lapped up shares of the power-to-port conglomerate after BJP's electoral wins in three states, spurring hopes of regime continuity at the Centre. The Gautam Adani group's market map once again neared the Rs 12-trillion mark, following sharp gains made over the past week. "Two big overhangs for the Adani Group have receded somewhat following the state election results, there is more certainty that the BJP will win a third time next year.

India's Untold Nepal Stories

India's Untold Nepal Stories

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

In 2017, a retired R&AW officer conveyed that Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was keen to get monarchy restored in Nepal and suggested that I support these efforts.

Al Jazeera penalised for showing wrong map, off air for 5 days

Al Jazeera penalised for showing wrong map, off air for 5 days

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

International news channel Al Jazeera was on Wednesday forced to go off air in the country for five days as the government penalised it for repeatedly showing wrong maps of India.

India-France Strategic Partnership To Bloom

India-France Strategic Partnership To Bloom

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

India-France synergy is poised to open vistas of collaboration between the two countries, notes Rup Narayan Das.

7 Ways to Conquer Debt, Build Wealth

7 Ways to Conquer Debt, Build Wealth

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Break the chains of debt, invest in your future, and wave the flag of financial independence high. Freedom awaits, comrades. Let's conquer this battlefield together this Republic day, exhorts Vatsal Ramaiya.

'The govt cannot release funds to states on request'

'The govt cannot release funds to states on request'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

'If such a practice were feasible, every state would seek additional funds, posing a significant risk to the overall health of the economy.'

Pentagon shows India's map without PoK, Aksai Chin

Pentagon shows India's map without PoK, Aksai Chin

Rediff.com11 Dec 2015

In an embarrassment, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and Aksai Chin were not shown as India's territory in a map by the Pentagon website ahead of Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar's press conference jointly with his American counterpart.

India a safe haven for investors, says Mark Mobius

India a safe haven for investors, says Mark Mobius

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

Amid current geopolitical challenges and a slowdown in global growth, veteran emerging market investor Mark Mobius called India a safe haven for investors, backed by a stable government. The renowned investor, who is excited about the opportunities available in India, said the country is now the second largest in the portfolio of Mobius Capital Partners after Taiwan. Calling India a "land of opportunities and innovation", he said that his optimism about India is driven by the stable government and young demographic, with an average age of 27 years.

Nothing wrong with our Kashmir map: PDP

Nothing wrong with our Kashmir map: PDP

Rediff.com14 Feb 2011

People's Democratic Party chief Mehbooba Mufti on Monday hit back at Home Minister P Chidambaram, who had warned the party of stern action over its controversial propaganda map.

Oz govt withdraws incorrect India map from website

Oz govt withdraws incorrect India map from website

Rediff.com14 Jun 2011

Australia has withdrawn a map of India, posted on its immigration department website which omitted the border states of Jammu and Kashmir and Arunachal Pradesh, following strong protests from the Indian community in the country.

Maps, survey sheets in Adarsh case go missing

Maps, survey sheets in Adarsh case go missing

Rediff.com25 Jun 2011

Maps and some survey sheets from 1872-1960 related to Adarsh land and surrounding Colaba areas have gone missing from the land records office of the city. This is the fourth such instance of files related to the controversial society going missing.

How cabbie, ferrying CEO-mom, played key role in her arrest

How cabbie, ferrying CEO-mom, played key role in her arrest

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Suchana Seth, the CEO of an AI start-up arrested for allegedly killing her four-year-old son, was quiet throughout her journey from Goa to Karnataka in a taxi, said the driver of the vehicle on Friday.

Microsoft launches live map search in India

Microsoft launches live map search in India

Rediff.com3 Nov 2008

"Live Search Maps for India will allow users to search for geographical information, places of general interest and business listings both on the PC and on mobile phones," said Microsoft India Consumer and Online Marketing Operations Head Rishi Srivastava. Microsoft's map services will offer detailed listings and street maps for nine cities, business listings across 29 cities and access to highway networks to 20,000 cities and towns.

China releases new map to lay claim over Sikkim's Doklam region

China releases new map to lay claim over Sikkim's Doklam region

Rediff.com2 Jul 2017

Chinese foreign ministry spokesman displayed the photographs of the alleged Indian "incursion" into the area during a media briefing.

'Smooth sailing': ISRO releases Moon's new images

'Smooth sailing': ISRO releases Moon's new images

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

The ISRO on Monday released images of the Lunar far side area captured by the Lander Hazard Detection and Avoidance Camera (LHDAC).

Govt begins mapping migrant workers to work out relief package

Govt begins mapping migrant workers to work out relief package

Rediff.com10 Apr 2020

The Union home ministry and the labour ministry have asked state governments to coordinate with the chief labour commissioner's (CLC's) office to give a comprehensive data of all the migrant workers by April 11.

Mapping of sensitive areas: China probe against Coke

Mapping of sensitive areas: China probe against Coke

Rediff.com14 Mar 2013

The case is being handled jointly by China's National Administration of Surveying, Mapping and Geo-information and the Ministry of State Security.

India set to launch first-ever offshore mineral auction in Q1 FY24

India set to launch first-ever offshore mineral auction in Q1 FY24

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

In a step towards diversifying its resource base and securing green energy minerals, India is poised to launch its first-ever offshore mineral auction in the first quarter of 2024, announced Union Minister of Mines Pralhad Joshi during the launch event of the National Geoscience Data Repository portal. The government plans to hold auctions in March, offering 10-15 blocks for bidding. Meanwhile, the ministry of mines is currently developing rules and regulations for offshore mining.

3rd time lucky India is 4th nation to land spacecraft on Moon

3rd time lucky India is 4th nation to land spacecraft on Moon

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

India on Wednesday joined an elite group of three nations to have sent a spacecraft on the Moon, as Chandrayaan-3 landed a rover on the lunar surface to explore the uncharted territories near the south pole.

Google-maps search for 'anti-national', 'patriotism' leads to JNU

Google-maps search for 'anti-national', 'patriotism' leads to JNU

Rediff.com25 Mar 2016

The students of the university have taken strong objection to the "technical certification".

Manjummel Boys Review: Heartfelt Ode to Friendship

Manjummel Boys Review: Heartfelt Ode to Friendship

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

Manjummel Boys gets so many things right, applauds Arjun Menon.

Anweshipin Kandethum Review: No Novelty Here

Anweshipin Kandethum Review: No Novelty Here

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Anweshipin Kandettum is a fascinating genre exercise let down by its incessant attention to details, observes Arjun Menon.

Madras HC stays ED's summons to TN officials in 'illegal' sand mining

Madras HC stays ED's summons to TN officials in 'illegal' sand mining

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

The ED, which is probing 'illegal' sand mining under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act apprised the court that it is in possession of credible scientific evidence.