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Data Bill: Why Nasscom, mobile body are worried

Data Bill: Why Nasscom, mobile body are worried

Rediff.com28 Dec 2019

The Bill says that the central government, in consultation with the Data Protection Authority, can direct any data fiduciary or data processor to provide non-personal data to enable better targeting of delivery of services. The government can also ask data processors to provide data for formulation of evidence-based policies for its own use.

The other side of Nasscom

The other side of Nasscom

Rediff.com25 Aug 2009

Nasscom Foundation's focus is social development.

I still have the passion and hunger: P V Sindhu

I still have the passion and hunger: P V Sindhu

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

P V Sindhu said dealing with the rigours of training, disappointment as well as success is an ongoing process and an athlete must stick to it.

Pramod Bhasin is Nasscom chairman

Pramod Bhasin is Nasscom chairman

Rediff.com2 Apr 2009

Pramod Bhasin has been appointed as the chairman of the executive council of the National Association of Software and Service Companies (Nasscom) for the year 2009-2010.

S Ramadorai is Nasscom chairman

S Ramadorai is Nasscom chairman

Rediff.com31 Mar 2005

The National Association of Software and Service companies has appointed S Ramadorai, chief executive officer, Tata Consultancy Services as the chairman of Nasscom for the year 2005-06.

Nasscom chief warns of job cuts in IT sector if...

Nasscom chief warns of job cuts in IT sector if...

Rediff.com23 May 2020

'If the business doesn't recover in next 6-10 months, there might be situation where there would be some lay-offs...That may be required for survival and to ensure livelihood to millions of people.'

PM to address Nasscom summit

PM to address Nasscom summit

Rediff.com6 Feb 2007

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will deliver the valedictory address on February 9

Trump's Latest Comment Gives IT Cos Hope

Trump's Latest Comment Gives IT Cos Hope

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

'Skilled labour is different from immigration.' 'While any adverse immigration ruling will impact Indians, it may not necessarily affect the IT services industry.'

Nasscom pegs 18% growth for IT industry

Nasscom pegs 18% growth for IT industry

Rediff.com6 Dec 2011

Software industry body Nasscom on Tuesday maintained its growth projection of 16-18 per cent for the sector in this fiscal, notwithstanding concerns over economic uncertainty in global markets.

Nasscom ties up with UGC

Nasscom ties up with UGC

Rediff.com17 Mar 2005

Nasscom floats Rs 100 cr fund

Nasscom floats Rs 100 cr fund

Rediff.com11 Jan 2008

Nasscom will float a Rs 100 cr fund to help individuals and small companies in setting up and innovating their business. Tata Consultancy Services, Bharti Airtel Ltd and ICICI Knowledge Park to be key investors.

Phaneesh's sacking a right decision: Nasscom

Phaneesh's sacking a right decision: Nasscom

Rediff.com21 May 2013

A quick and decisive action in such incidents augurs well for the IT industry, feels the Nasscom Chairman.

Nasscom, USIBC to promote IT

Nasscom, USIBC to promote IT

Rediff.com19 Apr 2005

Nasscom's Chennai office by 2004

Nasscom's Chennai office by 2004

Rediff.com29 Jul 2004

Recognising the growing prominence of Chennai in the Indian software industry, the National Association of Software and Service Companies will open an office in the city before this year-end

Nasscom congratulates Obama

Nasscom congratulates Obama

Rediff.com5 Nov 2008

In a statement, Nasscom said it looked forward to the opportunity of working with the President-elect and his administration on mutually beneficial policies that will boost economy in both nations, enhance bilateral national security matters between India and U S and build on the long standing partnership the two democracies share.

'Hours Don't Matter, What Matters Is The Outcome'

'Hours Don't Matter, What Matters Is The Outcome'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

'If you really love your work and are good at it, it does not matter what is work and life.'

Jerry Rao is Nasscom chairman

Jerry Rao is Nasscom chairman

Rediff.com14 Apr 2004

Nasscom, Nasdaq ink pact

Nasscom, Nasdaq ink pact

Rediff.com13 Feb 2003

National Association of Software and Services Companies has signed a pact with Nasdaq, electronic stock exchange in US, to assist Indian companies to raise capital and get listed in American capital markets.

Nasscom raises concerns over GST implementation

Nasscom raises concerns over GST implementation

Rediff.com4 Nov 2016

"The industry is looking at a rate of 12-16 per cent. So, it entirely depends on how it gets. But the bigger concern is how the GST is applied," said R Chandrashekhar, president of Nasscom.

Nasscom expects clarity on transfer pricing from Budget 2016

Nasscom expects clarity on transfer pricing from Budget 2016

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

According to Nasscom, India must make its R&D significantly more robust to realise the 'Make in India' dream

US visas: Nasscom changes stance

US visas: Nasscom changes stance

Rediff.com8 May 2009

Nasscom, the apex body that represents the Indian IT outsourcing industry, will demand 'service visas' instead of mentioning H1-B/L1 visas.

How Tamil Nadu Is Becoming A Global Hub

How Tamil Nadu Is Becoming A Global Hub

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

After Chennai, it is Coimbatore, Madurai, and Tiruchirappalli, that are emerging as manufacturing hubs. Coimbatore is India's top Tier-II city in terms of the number of GCCs, according to a report by Cushman & Wakefield.

Australia's visa move unlikely to impact Indian IT workers: Nasscom

Australia's visa move unlikely to impact Indian IT workers: Nasscom

Rediff.com19 Apr 2017

The new programme could bring in longer lead times and paperwork

Lessons For Start Ups From UPI Success Story

Lessons For Start Ups From UPI Success Story

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Isn't there something significant in the UPI example for all of us to learn from and execute to enable world-scale success for our startups?, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

Nasscom starts assessment test for BPOs

Nasscom starts assessment test for BPOs

Rediff.com31 Oct 2006

IT trade body Nasscom on Tuesday announced the national roll-out of its assessment and certification program 'Nasscom Assessment of Competence' in the country, which would be first launched in Rajasthan.

Nasscom sees tech start-ups bloom by 2020

Nasscom sees tech start-ups bloom by 2020

Rediff.com11 Feb 2015

The country will witness a mushrooming of technology start-ups over the next five years.

Ex-telecom secy R Chandrashekhar to be Nasscom President

Ex-telecom secy R Chandrashekhar to be Nasscom President

Rediff.com5 Jul 2013

This decision was taken at Executive Council meeting of National Association of Software and Service Companies held in Pune.

Job quota? No, says Nasscom

Job quota? No, says Nasscom

Rediff.com25 Apr 2006

Expressing reservations over the government move for job quota, NASSCOM, the apex body of the IT software and services industry, said on Tuesday the best way to end discrimination was to raise the ability of the disadvantaged section.

Cyber crimes: Nasscom for special courts

Cyber crimes: Nasscom for special courts

Rediff.com14 Jul 2006

IT industry body Nasscom has asked the government to set up special or fast track courts for early conviction in cyber crimes matters.

Nasscom moots for technology entrepreneurship mission

Nasscom moots for technology entrepreneurship mission

Rediff.com8 Jun 2014

Nasscom has identified 4-5 different areas and is taking these recommendations to the government.

Trim fringe tax, says Nasscom

Trim fringe tax, says Nasscom

Rediff.com22 Dec 2005

Murthy's insights valuable for Infosys, industry: Nasscom

Murthy's insights valuable for Infosys, industry: Nasscom

Rediff.com1 Jun 2013

The National Association of Software and Services Companies (Nasscom) on Saturday welcomed re-appointment of N R Narayana Murthy as Infosys Executive Chairman, saying his insights into the company and the technology industry would be valuable.

Nasscom, Telangana to churn out 15,000 engineers

Nasscom, Telangana to churn out 15,000 engineers

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

Students would be provided with industry certification.

R Chandrasekaran takes over as Nasscom chairman

R Chandrasekaran takes over as Nasscom chairman

Rediff.com9 Apr 2014

Software industry body Nasscom on Wednesday appointed Cognizant India Executive Vice Chairman R Chandrasekaran as its Chairman for the year 2014-15.

Nasscom helps four start-ups to raise funds

Nasscom helps four start-ups to raise funds

Rediff.com25 Dec 2013

IT body Nasscom has helped four start-ups raise funding of Rs 40 lakh as part of its programme to help entrepreneurs turn their ideas into successful businesses.

What Nasscom has to say on Net neutrality

What Nasscom has to say on Net neutrality

Rediff.com22 Apr 2015

Nasscom recommended that there should be 'no double dipping'.

Nasscom president Som Mittal gets extension till 2014

Nasscom president Som Mittal gets extension till 2014

Rediff.com26 Jun 2012

The executive council, which met in Chennai on Monday, stated, "Som Mittal is doing an outstanding job in leading Nasscom as president.

Nasscom bullish on IT industry's growth

Nasscom bullish on IT industry's growth

Rediff.com10 Nov 2009

IT industry body Nasscom on Tuesday said the sector will regain double-digit growth from April next year leaving behind the prolonged recession.

OpenAI Plans for India Data Center

OpenAI Plans for India Data Center

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

'It may take some time for them to get down to the details, such as the location and capacity.'

Nasscom shows interest in Israel start-ups

Nasscom shows interest in Israel start-ups

Rediff.com10 Mar 2014

Nasscom is sending team there to check out ways of accessing markets, funding and the technology landscape.