With its free listing of goods and services, Facebook could disrupt the paid model adopted by classified players in the country, say Ayan Pramanik and Raghu Krishnan.
Professing a commitment to equity is now a political necessity -- something that Ram Manohar Lohia advocated years ago, says Rajni Bakshi.
According to a list of UK's 100 most powerful people in technology and telecom sector, published today by the Daily Telegraph newspaper, Sarin won the top slot. Nikesh Arora, internet search giant Google's Indian-origin president for Europe, Mid-East and Africa, is ranked fourth.
While Mahindra isn't the first person to think that building a social network out of India was a good idea, past attempts have all failed to compete with the multi-billion dollar giants Google, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, WhatsApp and the like.
This year's list includes 40 influential people under 40 years of age in five categories -- finance, technology, healthcare, government and politics, and media and entertainment.
Kainchi, near Nainital, attracts devotees from near and far, 42 years after the death of its spiritual leader, Neem Karoli Baba.
The five-year-old Chinese brand's assent to the summit comes after a year of astounding rise -- often growing by over 200 percent a quarter, reports Arnab Dutta.
'There has been a marked increase in four types of cases.' 'One is fraud related to online deliveries, online shopping and online groceries and liquor.' 'Second fake news, third hate speech and fourth sextortion.'
There will be a huge market for healthcare professionals, data and security experts and digital marketers, says Navneet Singh, founder, Avsar HR Services.
With Sundar Pichai becoming the CEO of Google, India has one more reason to cheer its prowess in the global IT sector.
'... in the house who cry at the drop of the hat. I can't do such things.' 'I never indulged in dirty games and played with my heart.'
The terms of the acquisition were not made public.
During her tenure, Facebook's users in the country have grown from 8 million to 138 million, making India its second largest market after the US
Uber would look to expand the service to six Indian cities
When BJP leaders, including Mr Modi's number two, Amit Shah, use the pandemic to launch an assault on state governments run by opposition parties, or to topple them, they are exploiting a grave crisis in cynical political self-interest, notes Shekhar Gupta.
Even at the entry-level, professionals who have proficiency in emerging technologies will have an edge over others in these domains.
Approximately 72% people wear inappropriate sized footwear which is associated with all kind of foot problems.
Online retail is increasing market share rapidly.
How did a young girl with no formal education become one of India's most inspiring teachers and social reformers?
'But I understand the need for this government move.' 'I completely support Mr Modi.'
Prashant Lingam and Aruna Kappagantula are changing the way houses are being built in India.
'Personally, I have reached that stage where I think material things can't give you any satisfaction.'
Ranju Sarkar finds out more about Nowfloats, the start-up that is used by 240,000 businesses that reach 13 million consumers.
The Rs 19,100 crore 'Indian film industry' is more than its monikers for three simple reasons, feels Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.
Following the surge in demand, Bitcoin is being quoted on Indian exchanges at 25-28 per cent higher than the international price, reports Rajesh Bhayani.
Five people in the know narrate the sordid story that is fast exploding into a pornography scandal, allegedly involving businessman Raj Kundra.
TCL 55P6US comes with a fairly minimalistic design: a metal frame and a bezel so narrow that you will barely notice it.
Bringing in people with large corporate experience also helps in bringing in world class processes in quality and compliance
'It all runs on sugar-coated lies. If I like something, I will want to believe it.'
Redefining the portrayal of lesbian relationships in India.
Handle cards like you would handle cash.
'While the march of globalisation is perhaps inevitable, what is certain is that the world is no longer flat as, the emerging pattern of trade is more regional. 'This new trend of 'slowbalisation' raises some questions that challenge conventional wisdom on how businesses should distribute their capacities,' Birla said.
From Dindigul to Google and Chennai, this entrepreneur has travelled a full circle riding on English
The new Gmail platform aims at uncluttering your Inbox by bundling up your emails, but the new features may leave you confused.
The city houses National Remote Sensing Centre and is also home to several companies offer geographical information system services.
Flipkart Supermart is already live in Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad and Delhi
'She exists alongside Sita, the archetype of the ideal woman,' notes Arundhuti Dasgupta.
Unprecedented pay and perks like free healthcare for in-laws helping the likes of Flipkart, Snapdeal tap talent
Indian elections are won and lost on 'negative' imageries and campaigns - but not certainly on 'negativity' as a political trait and electoral creed, asserts N Sathiya Moorthy.
The latest update is on Zomato's fourth acquisition overseas this year.
