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FIFA World Cup: How Messi changed soccer in North America

FIFA World Cup: How Messi changed soccer in North America

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

The study, covering audience trends across the three host nations, found that Lionel Messi's debut for Inter Miami CF in the 2023 Leagues Cup drove a 173% leap in linear viewership compared with the tournament average.

'Indians Have The Worst Metabolism, Diets High In Refined Carbs'

'Indians Have The Worst Metabolism, Diets High In Refined Carbs'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2026

'Refined carbohydrates are the quiet troublemaker in our diet.' 'We eat plenty of calories, but not enough nutrition.'

EU's Emergency Summit On Trump, Greenland

EU's Emergency Summit On Trump, Greenland

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

EU leaders convened an emergency summit in Brussels to address transatlantic tensions as President Trump threatened new tariffs on member States linked to his Greenland acquisition demands.

Nielsen apologises to Langer on dossier leak

Nielsen apologises to Langer on dossier leak

Rediff.com18 Aug 2009

Australian coach Tim Nielsen is apologetic about letting down former opener Justin Langer by leaking his secret dossier on England players to media, saying said it affected their relationship. Langer was upset that his secret dossier sent to Nielsen before the start of the Ashes, describing England cricketers as "lazy", "shallow" and "flat", was leaked to the media earlier this month.

Concern on Nielsen research cuts across sectors

Concern on Nielsen research cuts across sectors

Rediff.com10 Aug 2012

Nielsen's woes over questions being raised on the accuracy of its data are not restricted to media and fast-moving consumer goods companies.

'Jiostar's Content Library Is Larger Than Netflix'

'Jiostar's Content Library Is Larger Than Netflix'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

'As you're watching the IPL live, there's a conscious effort to showcase the entertainment portfolio.'

Nielsen retained as Aus coach till 2013 Ashes

Nielsen retained as Aus coach till 2013 Ashes

Rediff.com24 Aug 2010

Australia will retain coach Tim Nielsen until the end of the next Ashes series in England in 2013, the national cricket board said on Tuesday.

NDTV sues Nielsen for 'taking bribes to fix ratings'

NDTV sues Nielsen for 'taking bribes to fix ratings'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2012

NDTV has sued Nielsen for allegedly manipulating viewership data in favour of channels that were willing to give bribes.

Oz coach Nielsen goes in to bat for Ponting

Oz coach Nielsen goes in to bat for Ponting

Rediff.com16 Oct 2010

Australia coach Tim Nielsen has backed Ricky Ponting amid calls for the Tasmanian to relinquish the test captaincy ahead of the Ashes starting next month.

Flipkart beats Amazon to top e-comm market with 48% share

Flipkart beats Amazon to top e-comm market with 48% share

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

Walmart group firm Flipkart continues to dominate the e-commerce segment with 48 per cent market share while Softbank-backed Meesho has emerged as the fastest growing e-commerce platform in terms of user base in India, a latest report by AllianceBernstein said. According to the report, Flipkart's user base grew 21 per cent year-on-year (YoY), Meesho accelerated at 32 per cent while Amazon lagged at 13 per cent user growth primarily due to relative premium offerings as compared to peers. "As of FY23, Flipkart was the market leader, with a 48 per cent share in India eCommerce.

Dhoni Beats Bachchan, SRK!

Dhoni Beats Bachchan, SRK!

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Dhoni endorses 42 brands to Bachchan's 41 and SRK's 34.

TCS-Nielsen outsourcing deal in the eye of a storm

TCS-Nielsen outsourcing deal in the eye of a storm

Rediff.com14 Jul 2008

The uproar against outsourcing work to Indian IT service providers has risen once again as Nielsen Co, the media company which signed a $1.2-billion outsourcing deal with Indian IT services provider Tata Consultancy Services last October and is facing strong criticism for announcing it, would lay off 117 workers this month at its largest global technology centre in Oldsmar, Florida. It has 1,700 employees at this facility.

TAM to set up radio tracking division

TAM to set up radio tracking division

Rediff.com28 May 2007

Television Audience Measurement Media Research, in association with Nielsen Media Research and IMRB International, is set to launch a new division, Radio Audience Measurement to track radio listenership.

Woods attracts highest TV rating since US Open '08

Woods attracts highest TV rating since US Open '08

Rediff.com31 Mar 2009

Tiger Woods's thrilling victory at the Arnold Palmer Invitational generated the highest overnight television rating for a golf event since his triumph at last year's U.S. Open, according to Nielsen Media Research.

12 biggest social-media websites in the world

12 biggest social-media websites in the world

Rediff.com4 Dec 2013

Let's take a look at 12 biggest social-media sites in the world.

Coronavirus spoils the show for media and entertainment business

Coronavirus spoils the show for media and entertainment business

Rediff.com23 Apr 2020

Finding enough shows to air, creating content that gets people to pay and watch and wooing advertisers back into the fold are going to be the biggest challenges the M&E industry faces.

Trump's White House declares war on media

Trump's White House declares war on media

Rediff.com23 Jan 2017

Slamming the media for trying to "delegetimise" President Donald Trump by false reporting, his top aides have said the new administration will fight back "tooth and nail" against it and can even "rethink" its relationship with the press.

How Smart TV Is Changing India

How Smart TV Is Changing India

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

The way video is being watched and monetised is changing. This is the first thing that stands out as the penetration of smart TVs continues to rise.

US Department of Homeland Security Secretary resigns

US Department of Homeland Security Secretary resigns

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

US Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Kevin McAleenan will replace Nielsen as the acting Department of Homeland Security Secretary.

50% online consumers bank on social media sites

50% online consumers bank on social media sites

Rediff.com9 Sep 2010

According to a recent Nielsen Global Online Shopping Report, Asia Pacific consumers spend most on online purchases, as a percentage of total shopping expenditure, compared to any other region globally.

Full month's curbs saw FMCG decline 34% in April

Full month's curbs saw FMCG decline 34% in April

Rediff.com23 May 2020

Clearly, the domestic market has taken sharp knocks in April, which is likely to be visible in May as well, said analysts tracking the market, as FMCG companies are grappling with improving capacity utilisation and dealing with labour shortage.

No bio-bubble for India-Denmark Davis Cup tie?

No bio-bubble for India-Denmark Davis Cup tie?

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

India will host Denmark on the lush green grass court of Delhi Gymkahna Club for the World Group I tie.

Demonetisation haunts HUL Q3 as consumers become cautious with cash

Demonetisation haunts HUL Q3 as consumers become cautious with cash

Rediff.com29 Nov 2016

A Nielsen report found that biscuits, salty snacks, toilet soap, shampoo, washing powder and skin creams were reporting a sharp decline in sales due to demonetisation, reports Viveat Susan Pinto from Mumbai.

NDTV case forces channels to tackle rating issue

NDTV case forces channels to tackle rating issue

Rediff.com14 Aug 2012

NDTV has filed a suit in New York against Nielsen Holdings for over $1.3 billion in damages.

India sees 15 per cent rise in football followers, says report

India sees 15 per cent rise in football followers, says report

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

Data and measurement company Nielsen Sports which ranked 30 countries according to the percentage of the population who described themselves as interested in football, showed that UAE tops list of soccer crazy nations.

15 most 'liked' brands in the world

15 most 'liked' brands in the world

Rediff.com17 Jan 2012

Social media is opening whole new avenues for companies.

How TV channels got the Bihar picture wrong

How TV channels got the Bihar picture wrong

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

Most television channels, including NDTV, were giving NDA a thumbs up, when it was the Grand Alliance that was winning the battle on the ground.

Emami keeps 'Fair And Handsome' for now, but with a noticeable tweak

Emami keeps 'Fair And Handsome' for now, but with a noticeable tweak

Rediff.com1 Dec 2020

Over the past few months, FMCG companies redefined their "fairness" offerings to make them more inclusive in the backdrop of the global movement "BlackLivesMatter".

Indians prefer life insurance to FDs

Indians prefer life insurance to FDs

Rediff.com16 Jan 2009

In these times of economic turbulence, more Indians prefer life insurance policies than fixed deposits, as an option to safeguard their capital, says a survey.

India leads ad spend growth in Asia-Pacific

India leads ad spend growth in Asia-Pacific

Rediff.com11 Nov 2010

India led the ad spend growth in Asia Pacific in the second quarter of this year

Injuries plague Australia ahead of second ODI

Injuries plague Australia ahead of second ODI

Rediff.com27 Oct 2009

Australia heaved a sigh of relief on Tuesday when it was learnt that all-rounder Mitchell Johnson could yet play in the second ODI against India at Nagpur on Wednesday. The pacer was initially ruled out of the match after sustaining an injury in his left ankle, but coach Tim Nielsen said there is a possibility that he may play.

Johnson could play second ODI at Nagpur

Johnson could play second ODI at Nagpur

Rediff.com27 Oct 2009

Australia heaved a sigh of relief on Tuesday when it was learnt that all-rounder Mitchell Johnson could yet play in the second ODI against India at Nagpur on Wednesday.

Colgate-Palmolive ready to ride the herbal wave

Colgate-Palmolive ready to ride the herbal wave

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

Colgate-Palmolive India is placing greater emphasis on freshness, whitening, therapeutic, and family toothpastes, as rivals such as Dabur and Patanjali dominate the growing naturals segment of the market. Once under 5 per cent of the Rs 10,000-crore domestic toothpaste market, the naturals segment, which includes ayurvedic and herbal variants, is now 25-30 per cent of the market, industry executives said. Growth rates of the naturals segment are estimated to be in the region of 8-9 per cent in volume terms. In value terms, the growth rate for naturals is around 10-12 per cent, sector experts said.

Grocery stores? Indians prefer value for money

Grocery stores? Indians prefer value for money

Rediff.com13 Feb 2008

The online survey, conducted by global information and media firm Nielsen Company, shows that 21 percent of Indian consumers as compared to 28 percent globally, ranked environment-friendly stores, using recycle bags/package as the most important consideration for their grocery store choice.

The 20 YO lighting up F1

The 20 YO lighting up F1

Rediff.com10 Jul 2020

Meet Lando Norris, who pipped Lewis Hamilton in the Austrian F1 on July 5 for a podium finish.

Here's your chance to play the IPL...

Here's your chance to play the IPL...

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

'Fantasy players create their own team, get phantom money and start playing the virtual game.'

VNU to acquire IMS Health in $7 bn deal

VNU to acquire IMS Health in $7 bn deal

Rediff.com11 Jul 2005

Dutch media company VNU NV said Monday it will acquire US-based health care data provider IMS Health Inc. for around $7 billion in cash and stock.

Bharat spurs growth of FMCG companies

Bharat spurs growth of FMCG companies

Rediff.com27 Oct 2020

While sales momentum from rural areas may last another three to six months, sales growth in urban areas could stage a comeback by next year's June quarter as people learn to live with the coronavirus and economic activity gradually improves in the cities.

'Cinema has to come back to theatres'

'Cinema has to come back to theatres'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

'That will happen and we shall overcome sooner than we expect.'