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iPhone 4 review: Pluses far outnumber the minuses

iPhone 4 review: Pluses far outnumber the minuses

Rediff.com7 Jul 2010

A striking new display in a bold new design. The iPhone4 from Apple is their best yet. Potential reception issues, though, could spoil an almost perfect device.

Reader review: Sony Ericsson J105 Naite smartphone

Reader review: Sony Ericsson J105 Naite smartphone

Rediff.com21 Oct 2010

Get Ahead reader from Chandigarh, Rajat Sharma, sent us this in-depth review of the Sony Ericsson J105 Naite GreenHeart.

Should you shift to NPS from EPF?

Should you shift to NPS from EPF?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2017

Now that the National Pension Scheme offers more choices than the Employees Provident Fund, is more transparent and also allows to choose the level of allocation to equities as investors like, should one switch to the NPS?

Sebi to announce new takeover rule by year-end

Sebi to announce new takeover rule by year-end

Rediff.com20 Sep 2010

Market regulator SEBI is likely to announce the new takeover rule for companies by the end of this year, Chairman of the Takeover Regulatory Advisory Committee C Achuthan said on Monday.

Rediff Test rankings: Hard to dislodge Australia

Rediff Test rankings: Hard to dislodge Australia

Rediff.com7 Sep 2010

Losing a Test to Pakistan hurt, but Australia (73.7) continue to reign supreme in the Rediff Test Rankings; chiefly because the ranking scheme looks at a wider performance window than the ICC Reliance Mobile rankings.

'I won't be wearing a swimsuit in the Bigg Boss house'

'I won't be wearing a swimsuit in the Bigg Boss house'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2018

'Although I have been working in the industry for two decades, people don't know me well. They think I am snooty and an introvert.'

Ouch! When models fall...

Ouch! When models fall...

Rediff.com23 Nov 2017

In photos: The awkward slips & tumbles on the catwalk.

9 ways to select the best MFs for investing

9 ways to select the best MFs for investing

Rediff.com2 Jun 2011

Indian market offers more than 3,000 mutual funds with all kind of names imaginable. This has both pros and cons. The good part is that you have mutual funds which can specifically suit your needs and risk profile. The bad part is that you have to be able to select the right one. Here's how,

Expect Indian pacers to perform better in Tests: Turner

Expect Indian pacers to perform better in Tests: Turner

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

Former New Zealand skipper Glenn Turner is quite surprised that his country has its "nose ahead" in the ongoing bilateral series against India and the reason, according to him, is the underwhelming performance of the Jasprit Bumrah-led visiting pacers. However, Turner expects Bumrah and Mohammed Shami to lift their game in the upcoming two-Test series, which begins on February 21.

WFH: 7 warning signs your co-worker is stressed

WFH: 7 warning signs your co-worker is stressed

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

The thin boundary between work and life has become increasingly blurred, which is taking a toll on employese's mental well-being, says Prachi Ghogle.

GoM on caste census fails to take decision

GoM on caste census fails to take decision

Rediff.com1 Jul 2010

The Group of Ministers on caste census on Thursday failed to reach any decision on the politically sensitive issue and decided to meet again.

Somdev rises a rung in ATP rankings

Somdev rises a rung in ATP rankings

Rediff.com21 Jun 2010

Somdev Devvarman could not qualify for the Wimbledon singles but that did affect his rankings as the Indian rose a rung to career-best 103 in the latest ATP list issued on Monday.

Federer picks his best Wimbledon match

Federer picks his best Wimbledon match

Rediff.com29 Jun 2017

Nadal, Roger get in the groove for the Big W

Anti-Naxal ops to be discussed at CCS meet today

Anti-Naxal ops to be discussed at CCS meet today

Rediff.com10 Jun 2010

The anti-Naxal strategy, including the possibility of involving armed forces, is expected to top the agenda of the Cabinet Committee on Security meeting in New Delhi on Thursday.

JK CM defends new surrender policy for militants

JK CM defends new surrender policy for militants

Rediff.com10 Feb 2010

Justifying his demand for the policy during the CMs' meet in New Delhi, Abdullah said: "A pragmatic policy to this effect is the need of the hour. The state government had proposed it after taking into consideration all pros and cons so that it is not misused at any level". He said the Centre and the state governments should work out the policy in a manner without hampering the national interests at any level but pave way for the militants to return to normal life.

Amid strife, CCS discusses Kashmir package

Amid strife, CCS discusses Kashmir package

Rediff.com13 Sep 2010

The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) chaired by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh met in New Delhi on Monday to discuss a package for Jammu and Kashmir hit by a fresh bout of violence since Eid last Saturday.

Should India use Vijay Shankar as surprise element at No 4?

Should India use Vijay Shankar as surprise element at No 4?

Rediff.com19 Mar 2019

Vijay Shankar could well be the 'joker in the pack' if the Indian team management decides to try him

Why the rupee can be an alternative global currency

Why the rupee can be an alternative global currency

Rediff.com19 May 2010

The RBI, however, asked the government to carefully assess the pros and cons of such action.

Want to retire rich? Invest Rs 3,980 per month

Want to retire rich? Invest Rs 3,980 per month

Rediff.com24 Aug 2010

If you want to retire rich, it is not too difficult. Here are some tips by P V Subramanyam, author of Retire Rich: Invest Rs 40 a Day.

BJP puts on hold support withdrawal to Soren

BJP puts on hold support withdrawal to Soren

Rediff.com30 Apr 2010

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday put on hold its decision to withdraw support to Shibu Soren government in Jharkhand and appears to have made up its mind to heading a government weighing the pros and cons of having a non-tribal chief minister.

Govt's options over Kalmadi: Sack or sideline

Govt's options over Kalmadi: Sack or sideline

Rediff.com13 Aug 2010

Even as Suresh Kalmadi continues to be in the eye of the storm and is continuing to battle charges of corruption, sources say that the government and the Congress party are looking at two options and weighing the pros and cons of implementing them in a bid to save the games as well as protect the government from further bad publicity on issues of corruption.

Why you should invest while you're young

Why you should invest while you're young

Rediff.com20 Aug 2009

Financial planning expert Vetapalem Sridhar's advise on how the young should plan their investments.

Govt mulls raising retirement age to 62 years

Govt mulls raising retirement age to 62 years

Rediff.com13 Aug 2009

The government is actively considering raising the retirement age of all central government employees, including those in the armed forces, from the present 60 to 62 years.Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee has submitted a report to the prime minister outlining all the pros and cons of the move, including the cascading effects on government employment and the huge savings, at least for two years, on account of retirement payouts.

Financial planning with mutual funds

Financial planning with mutual funds

Rediff.com2 Jul 2009

Here's how you can plan your returns better by investing in mutual funds and the best mutual funds to invest in.

New to online dating? Be realistic, not desperate

New to online dating? Be realistic, not desperate

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

With constant messaging or calling, you might give him a cold foot. So be assertive and show that you have control over your life, says Solene Paillet.

Should you breastfeed your child after infancy?

Should you breastfeed your child after infancy?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

Throughout the 1,000-day window from a mother's pregnancy phase to her baby's 2nd birthday, breastfeeding is vital in lending kids the right start to life, building the foundation for a healthy future.

Raising new facts on Guj riots deviating case: SC

Raising new facts on Guj riots deviating case: SC

Rediff.com28 Apr 2010

The Supreme Court expressed its displeasure over the role of the parties before it in bringing frequently new facts relating to the 2002 Gujarat riot cases and said these were making it to deviate from the main issue on Wednesday.

Bhullar, Muniyappa's rise highlights of Indian golf in 2009

Bhullar, Muniyappa's rise highlights of Indian golf in 2009

Rediff.com23 Dec 2009

Gaganjeet Bhullar bridged the gap between promise and performance, while C Muniyappa starred in a rags-to-riches story as the Young Turks outshone their senior pros in 2009 to assure that the future of Indian golf is in safe hands. Among the Big Three, Jeev Milkha Singh had a rare winless year, Arjun Atwal spent most of the time recovering from career-threatening injuries and inconsistent Jyoti Randhawa tasted his lone success at the Singha Thailand Open.

'iPad will not replace your notebook or phone'

'iPad will not replace your notebook or phone'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2010

CNET senior editor Natali Del Conte has come up with some of the pros and cons of the Apple iPad.

Cabinet to be briefed by panel, on gay law ruling

Cabinet to be briefed by panel, on gay law ruling

Rediff.com28 Jul 2009

The three-member panel of Law Minister M Veerappa Moily, Home Minister P Chidambaram and Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad met in New Delhi on Tuesday evening and "critically analysed" the pros and cons of the Delhi High Court judgement legalising gay sex.

Bollywood's next generation, rated!

Bollywood's next generation, rated!

Rediff.com16 Nov 2009

With an eye to the future, here's a look at those who will be tomorrow's superstars -- and those who won't.

Can't promote students without holding final year exams: SC

Can't promote students without holding final year exams: SC

Rediff.com29 Aug 2020

A bench of Justices Ashok Bhushan, R S Reddy and M R Shah said if any State/Union Territory in exercise of their jurisdiction under the Disaster Management Act (DMA) has taken a decision that it is not possible to conduct the final year/terminal semester examination by September 30, then they can make an application to the UGC for extending the deadline.

Has Venus Williams switched sports?

Has Venus Williams switched sports?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2009

Tennis star Venus Williams plays soccer during a "Play with the Pros" event at EA Sports studios during the unveiling of their fall video games in Burnaby, British Columbia on Monday.

Tax: Should you invest in Infrastructure Bonds?

Tax: Should you invest in Infrastructure Bonds?

Rediff.com9 Mar 2010

r the people in the Rs 5-8 lakh bracket, it would be advisable to invest in infrastructure bonds if the period of investment is 3 years, but not for five years and for those in the Rs 1.6-5 lakh bracket, it would be an absolute no-no to invest in Infrastructure Bonds for tax-saving purpose.

Understanding taxes: How to use ELSS to save money

Understanding taxes: How to use ELSS to save money

Rediff.com11 Nov 2009

Investmentyogi simplifies equity linked savings schemes for Get Ahead readers and discusses the pros and cons.

Davis Cup: Lee-Hesh win doubles rubber

Davis Cup: Lee-Hesh win doubles rubber

Rediff.com6 Mar 2010

Seasoned pros Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupathi showed their class and chemistry by recording a clinical win over Igor Kunitsyn and Teimuraz Gabashvili to keep India's chances alive in the Davis Cup World Group tie against Russia in Moscow on Saturday.

What's better? Term or whole life insurance?

What's better? Term or whole life insurance?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2010

Go for a term insurance if you are an unmarried individual. A simple whole life insurance would best suit a 40-plus married person with two grown up kids while the same with a term rider would be best for a married person less than 40 years with two kids!

Without doubt, Virat deserves the tag of great: Gatting

Without doubt, Virat deserves the tag of great: Gatting

Rediff.com8 Aug 2019

Former England captain Mike Gatting fell short of labelling India's Virat Kohli the greatest batsman of his generation for consistency across formats, on Thursday.

Steering through year-end car deals

Steering through year-end car deals

Rediff.com17 Dec 2009

Buying a four-wheeler this month can help save on cost, but check first.

LG GW550: A 3G-enabled business phone at Rs 12.5K

LG GW550: A 3G-enabled business phone at Rs 12.5K

Rediff.com23 Jul 2010

Whatever the drawbacks of the LG GW550, it is certainly a great buy if an inexpensive full QWERTY device with 3G support is what you want.