News for 'Mobile Store'

Experience the FIFA fever on your mobiles too

Experience the FIFA fever on your mobiles too

Rediff.com14 Jun 2010

A plethora of apps, games, match alerts and quizzes are waiting to be downloaded on to mobile phones.

Need a mobile app? You can now get it offline, too

Need a mobile app? You can now get it offline, too

Rediff.com16 Aug 2010

Since its inception, Onward Mobility has sold over 300,000 apps and is expanding its reach to 25,000 outlets by March next year.

Recharge your metro smart card the mobile phone way

Recharge your metro smart card the mobile phone way

Rediff.com21 Jul 2015

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has launched top up (recharge) facility of Metro Smart Cards through approximately 800 such ICICI Bank Business Correspondent Network (Outlets), located across the national capital and NCR region.

New iPad to hit Indian stores on April 27

New iPad to hit Indian stores on April 27

Rediff.com17 Apr 2012

The best-selling device is priced between Rs 30,500 and Rs 50,900 in the Indian market.

One nation, one number: Full mobile number portability is here

One nation, one number: Full mobile number portability is here

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

Currently, MNP is only available within a state/circle.

'Is mobile banking as safe as net banking?'

'Is mobile banking as safe as net banking?'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2017

In an online chat with readers on April 27, Sameer Ratolikar, Chief Information Security Officer, HDFC Bank, answered readers' queries on how to secure their online banking transaction.

Motorola launches co-branded handset with Ferrari

Motorola launches co-branded handset with Ferrari

Rediff.com14 Jul 2008

The new handset --MOTORAZR 2 V9 Ferrari would be available exclusively at the Mobile Store for the first week of its launch. However, the phone would not be a limited edition device. The phone comes with a unique racing interface, 2-mega pixel camera and has expandable memory up to 2 GB.

How to link Aadhaar to your bank account, mobile etc

How to link Aadhaar to your bank account, mobile etc

Rediff.com20 Nov 2017

The first step you need to take is link your mobile number to Aadhaar.

Army rounds up 25 miscreants with arms in Manipur

Army rounds up 25 miscreants with arms in Manipur

Rediff.com29 May 2023

At least 25 miscreants with arms, ammunition and grenades have been rounded up by Indian Army and paramilitary forces across ethnic-strife riven Manipur, officials said on Monday.

Future of Reliance belongs to Akash, Isha, Anant, and...: Ambani

Future of Reliance belongs to Akash, Isha, Anant, and...: Ambani

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Having created businesses ranging from world's largest single-location oil refining complex to nation's largest mobile network operators in just few years, billionaire Mukesh Ambani says his group Reliance Industries Ltd will never be complacent and will grow to be among the top 10 business conglomerates of the world. Addressing employees on Reliance Family Day - the birthday of the group's founder Dhirubhai Ambani, he said Reliance is now aiming to consolidate a place among global leaders in digital data platforms and AI adoption. "Today, the domestic and global environments for business are changing very fast.

Following the footsteps of Sandeep Kataria, Bata's Global CEO

Following the footsteps of Sandeep Kataria, Bata's Global CEO

Rediff.com13 Dec 2020

Kataria, 49, an IIT-XLRI alumnus, was quick to implement a number of initiatives during the Covid-19 crisis including launching D2C initiatives such as mobile stores, WhatsApp messaging, video calling and home deliveries. Kataria was also swift to recognise that stay-at-home consumers were keen to buy informal rather than formal footwear, launching new collections quickly to take advantage of this trend, says Viveat Susan Pinto.

Google toughens privacy compliance, disclosures for app developers

Google toughens privacy compliance, disclosures for app developers

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

Tech giant Alphabet on Monday launched a privacy feature on its app marketplace Google Play Store that will require developers to give people more information about how apps collect, share and secure users' data. Users will start seeing the data safety section in Google Play on Tuesday, and developers are required to complete this section for their apps by July 20. As app developers update their functionality or change their data handling practices, they will show the latest in the apps' data safety section.

Google announces third-party 'in app' billing pilot in India

Google announces third-party 'in app' billing pilot in India

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

Google on Friday announced that third-party 'in app' billing system pilot will be extended to India and some other markets, allowing non-gaming developers to offer users the choice of an alternative billing mechanism alongside that of Google Play. A reasonable service fees will continue to apply in order to support investments in Android and Play, according to Google. However, specifics of what the reasonable service fees will be, have not been disclosed.

Now, an Indian mobile wallet that doesn't need pre-loaded cash

Now, an Indian mobile wallet that doesn't need pre-loaded cash

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

Bengaluru-based iKaaz Software, a mobile payment solution provider, is launching a new application, MOWA, that works almost like the Apple Pay

Essar Group to invest Rs 1200 cr in telecom retail

Essar Group to invest Rs 1200 cr in telecom retail

Rediff.com28 Aug 2007

The company would also increase its head count by over eight-fold to 10,000 in the next three years from the current 1,200.

Insured your mobile or laptop? Your claim may get rejected if...

Insured your mobile or laptop? Your claim may get rejected if...

Rediff.com18 Aug 2015

The biggest surprise for customers, at the time of claiming, is the fact that they will get only depreciated value of the product.

Essar to invest up to Rs 1350 cr in telecom retail

Essar to invest up to Rs 1350 cr in telecom retail

Rediff.com14 Mar 2007

The company would also increase its head count by ten fold to 10,000 in the next three years from the current 1000.

Mobile gaming revenue to surpass $5.6 b in 2010

Mobile gaming revenue to surpass $5.6 b in 2010

Rediff.com17 May 2010

Worldwide mobile gaming end-user revenue is forecast to surpass $5.6 billion in 2010, a 19 per cent increase from 2009 revenue of $4.7 billion, according to IT research and advisory firm Gartner, Inc.

What happened in Ayodhya on the eve of consecration

What happened in Ayodhya on the eve of consecration

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

Invitees to the 'pran pratishtha' consecration ceremony at the Ram temple started arriving Sunday in Ayodhya -- once a sleepy town now resplendent with new infrastructure and gripped by heightened religious fervour on the eve of a seminal event in India's political and religious history.

Google pauses in-house billing system in India on antitrust directive

Google pauses in-house billing system in India on antitrust directive

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Google has said that it is pausing enforcement of Google Play billing system (GPBS) for developers in India. This comes after the Competition Commission of India (CCI) imposed a penalty of Rs 2,275 crore in two cases and an immediate cease-and-desist order of its policies of running the Android Mobile device and Play Store ecosystem. In a statement, the company said, "Following the CCI's recent ruling, we are pausing enforcement of the requirement for developers to use Google Play's billing system for the purchase of digital goods and services for transactions by users in India.

Rs 4.25 lakh Versace mobile phone in India!

Rs 4.25 lakh Versace mobile phone in India!

Rediff.com19 Nov 2010

As global luxury brands continue to rush to tap the Indian market, Italian fashion house Versace's high-end mobile phones entered into the country with a price tag of up to Rs 4.25 lakh.

How to keep your mobile wallet secure

How to keep your mobile wallet secure

Rediff.com7 Dec 2016

'Even if your phone goes missing for 15 minutes, be warned.' With e-wallets playing a larger role in transactions, these precautions are a must.

E-commerce gets smart with mobile apps

E-commerce gets smart with mobile apps

Rediff.com4 Aug 2014

India's internet subscriber base is 100-150 million, depending on whose estimates you take, and is growing at 20-30% a year.

'Trapped workers played cricket'

'Trapped workers played cricket'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

'I decided to send a bat and a ball which was smaller in size so that it shouldn't get stuck in the pipe. And with that, they had a little good time.'

Budget: Why customs duty was hiked on mobile phones

Budget: Why customs duty was hiked on mobile phones

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

Even as the government's move to hike import duties on 45 items is seen as a sign of protectionism, the prime minister was himself involved in the process.

SOVA Android phone malware targets banking customers

SOVA Android phone malware targets banking customers

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

A new mobile banking 'Trojan' virus -- SOVA -- which can stealthily encrypt an Android phone for ransom and is hard to uninstall is targeting Indian customers, the country's federal cyber security agency said in its latest advisory.

CBI charges journo, ex-Navy commander with violating OSA

CBI charges journo, ex-Navy commander with violating OSA

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

In its chargesheet filed before a special court in New Delhi, the CBI has named Raghuvanshi and Pathak as accused in the alleged violation of the Official Secrets Act and related offences, they said.

How To PROTECT Cryptocurrencies From Hackers

How To PROTECT Cryptocurrencies From Hackers

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

Choosing the right wallet is crucial, alerts Bindisha Sarang.

BGMI Ban Stuns Gaming Community

BGMI Ban Stuns Gaming Community

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

'Banning a game is not the solution, rather, there should be laws that restrict the number of hours spent a week playing a game.'

Soon, solar headphones that charge mobiles

Soon, solar headphones that charge mobiles

Rediff.com10 Jul 2013

Andrew Anderson, a Glasgow-based designer, launched the OnBeat headphones on crowdfunding site Kickstarter and hopes to have them on sale by early next year.

Is Technology Important In Banking?

Is Technology Important In Banking?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

'Just the amount of work which is there just to become more and more successful in banking. For this to happen you need to have leaders who understand technology.'

Eureka Forbes launches mobile water purifier

Eureka Forbes launches mobile water purifier

Rediff.com29 Apr 2014

The company said, the water purifier is powered by space nano technology.

Ban other mobile services, switch to Jio: Reliance tells staff

Ban other mobile services, switch to Jio: Reliance tells staff

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

Reliance Jio test launched its services last December, but dates for commercial launch has not been announced.

Mangaluru blast accused shared terror videos with other accused: Police

Mangaluru blast accused shared terror videos with other accused: Police

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

The prime accused in the Mangaluru blast case, Mohammed Shariq, had professed the ideology of ISIS and shared the videos of the terror outfit with other accused in the case, police sources said.

Google on Rs 936 cr fine slapped by CCI

Google on Rs 936 cr fine slapped by CCI

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

Slapped with a second hefty fine for anti-competitive practices, Google India on Wednesday said it remains committed to users and developers and is reviewing the antitrust body's order to evaluate next steps. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) on Tuesday slapped a Rs 936 crore fine on Google for "abusing" its dominant position on its Android mobile app store and ordered it not to prevent app developers from using third-party billing or payment processing services in India. That penalty came just days after a Rs 1,337.76 crore fine was imposed on it for abusing the dominant position of its Android smartphone operating system. Commenting on Tuesday's CCI order, a Google India spokesperson said Indian app developers have benefited from the technology, security, consumer protection, choice and flexibility that Android and Google Play provide.

Mobile remittances: A potential game changer in India?

Mobile remittances: A potential game changer in India?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2013

While Indians are increasingly using mobile platforms and technology for various financial transactions and purchases like bill payments, ticket bookings, entertainment, travel and banking transactions, cross border mobile remittance is yet to see the light of the day.

Despite biting inflation, analysts bullish on retail stocks for long haul

Despite biting inflation, analysts bullish on retail stocks for long haul

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

Notwithstanding the inflation pinch, analysts believe the Indian retail sector is on the 'cusp of accelerated earnings growth' as consumer sentiment and discretionary purchases bounce back from the Covid-19 pandemic. "The shift in consumer preference from the unorganised sector to the organised, coupled with uptick in domestic demand as people resume work from office, will cheer the Indian retail sector," says Nishit Master, portfolio manager, Axis Securities. Shopping malls are witnessing increased footfall in lower tier towns and standalone stores as consumption picks up and mobility improves.

CBI arrests Safdarjung Hospital neurosurgeon, 4 aides for extorting patients

CBI arrests Safdarjung Hospital neurosurgeon, 4 aides for extorting patients

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

The agency raided several locations in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh and busted the nefarious nexus, officials said, adding that Manish Rawat, the neurosurgeon, was arrested in the early hours of Thursday.

Margins remain a pain point for organised FMCG supply-chain companies

Margins remain a pain point for organised FMCG supply-chain companies

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Jiomart B2B is the latest among organised supply-chain companies to bite the bullet, shutting down its warehouses, and asking its employees to leave. Why are companies finding it difficult to sustain the supply-chain business? Experts point out that gross margins in supplying fast-moving consumer goods (FMCGs) are very low.

Bernstein pegs RIL's stake in retail arm at $111 billion

Bernstein pegs RIL's stake in retail arm at $111 billion

Rediff.com26 May 2023

Global investment management firm Bernstein has pegged the enterprise valuation of Reliance Industries (RIL)'s 85 per cent stake in Reliance Retail at $111 billion, while valuing the Mukesh Ambani-led company's 66.5 per cent stake in telecom and digital platform arm Reliance Jio at $88 billion. Reliance Industries had earlier planned to list both its subsidiaries to unlock value for its shareholders but hadn't fixed any timeline. The report said that Reliance Retail had raised $6 billion by diluting a 10.1 per cent stake, while Jio Platforms raised $20 billion from investors by selling 33 per cent in 2020.