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Upgraded Aakash tablet will not cost more: Sibal

Upgraded Aakash tablet will not cost more: Sibal

Rediff.com20 Feb 2012

'Aakash', the world's cheapest tablet, will be fully indigenous soon and its improved version will be launched by the government at the same price.

Most overpaid, underpaid CEOs in US

Most overpaid, underpaid CEOs in US

Rediff.com13 Feb 2012

Some chief executive officers in the United States are overpaid, while some are underpaid.

30 top selling cars in January

30 top selling cars in January

Rediff.com8 Feb 2012

India has seen an exponential growth in the auto industry in the past decade or so.

Nokia to axe 4,000 jobs at smartphone plants

Nokia to axe 4,000 jobs at smartphone plants

Rediff.com8 Feb 2012

The job cuts in Finland, Hungary and Mexico are said to be driven by the world's largest mobile phone maker's plans to move its device assembly units closer to the component suppliers in Asia.

Volkswagen Beetle recreated. This time with scrap material

Volkswagen Beetle recreated. This time with scrap material

Rediff.com2 Feb 2012

Over 2,805 pieces of scrap material has been used to recreate this astounding life size Beetle art piece.

Pakistan directly helping Taliban in Afghanistan: NATO

Pakistan directly helping Taliban in Afghanistan: NATO

Rediff.com1 Feb 2012

Pakistan is directly helping the Taliban in their fight against the elected government in war-ravaged Afghanistan, a media report said, citing a secret North Atlantic Treaty Organisation document.

Pak committed to Afghan reconciliation process: US

Pak committed to Afghan reconciliation process: US

Rediff.com31 Jan 2012

The United States said that Pakistan has committed itself to the Afghanistan reconciliation process and there was a high level interaction between the two countries.

RBI rate cut: No immediate respite for borrowers

RBI rate cut: No immediate respite for borrowers

Rediff.com24 Jan 2012

After the Reserve Bank unveiled the third quarterly review of the monetary policy, several bankers said that they may not go in for rate cut immediately.

All you want to know about espos

All you want to know about espos

Rediff.com5 Mar 2012

Esops are considered perquisites from a taxation perspective. If you are employed with the company at the time of exercising, then the perquisite amount would be added to your salary and subject to tax deducted at source as per the slab rate applicable.

Most expensive hotels in the world

Most expensive hotels in the world

Rediff.com1 Mar 2012

While all luxury hotels are expensive, there are some that are really expensive.

Coffee prevents diabetes, does NOT up cancer, heart risk

Coffee prevents diabetes, does NOT up cancer, heart risk

Rediff.com21 Feb 2012

Moderate consumption of coffee -- four to five cups of coffee a day -- may lower the chances of developing type 2 diabetes compared with those drinking it occasionally or not at all, say researchers.

Bangkok blasts: Iranian to be extradited to Thailand

Bangkok blasts: Iranian to be extradited to Thailand

Rediff.com16 Feb 2012

Thailand on Thursday said that an Iranian national suspected to be involved in the botched bomb plot in Bangkok will be extradited from Malaysia. Masoud Sedaghat Zadeh, a suspect in Tuesday's triple bomb explosions was central Bangkok was arrested yesterday by Malaysian authorities in Kuala Lumpur.

Kabul involved in US-Taliban peace talks, says Karzai

Kabul involved in US-Taliban peace talks, says Karzai

Rediff.com16 Feb 2012

Secret three-way talks between the United States, Afghanistan and Taliban have begun, Afghan President Hamid Karzai said.

Foreign substance attached to Israeli embassy car: Govt

Foreign substance attached to Israeli embassy car: Govt

Rediff.com13 Feb 2012

Initial investigation suggested that "foreign substance" was attached to an Israeli embassy car leading to the explosion in the vehicle, the government said on Monday.

The rise and fall of Kodak: Why it went bankrupt

The rise and fall of Kodak: Why it went bankrupt

Rediff.com9 Feb 2012

Fifteen years ago, Kodak was the fourth most valuable brand in the world after Disney, Coca-Cola and Microsoft.

Bihar police re-launch campaign to educate Mahadalit kids

Bihar police re-launch campaign to educate Mahadalit kids

Rediff.com9 Feb 2012

In an attempt to revamp its image as people friendly, the Bihar police have re-launched its campaign to enroll underprivileged children to government schools.

2G: ED registers money-laundering case against Marans

2G: ED registers money-laundering case against Marans

Rediff.com8 Feb 2012

The Enforcement Directorate has registered a money laundering case against former Union Minister Dayanidhi Maran and his brother Kalanidhi in connection with the 2G spectrum allocation case.

Postcards from a snowy Kashmir

Postcards from a snowy Kashmir

Rediff.com6 Feb 2012

The Kashmir Valley received fresh snow Sunday that blocked the Jammu-Srinagar national highway yet again. The blockade of the highway stranded hundreds of vehicles at various points on the highway.

10 fastest cars in the world

10 fastest cars in the world

Rediff.com1 Feb 2012

Some extremely fast cars are allowed on the streets.

Modi need not depose in Godhra riots case: Gujarat HC

Modi need not depose in Godhra riots case: Gujarat HC

Rediff.com1 Feb 2012

In a relief to Narendra Modi, the Gujarat high court on Wednesday rejected a petition seeking directions to the Nanavati Commission to summon the state chief minister for questioning in connection with the 2002 riots.

Obama to make US something we won't recognise: Romney

Obama to make US something we won't recognise: Romney

Rediff.com1 Feb 2012

Leading Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney on Wednesday accused United States President Barack Obama of adopting a foreign policy of appeasement and apology.

Assets case: Former DMK minister NKKP Raja raided

Assets case: Former DMK minister NKKP Raja raided

Rediff.com1 Feb 2012

Vigilance officials on Wednesday conducted raids in the premises of former Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam minister NKKP Raja across Tamil Nadu in connection with a disproportionate assets case.

US polls: Romney scores big victory with Florida

US polls: Romney scores big victory with Florida

Rediff.com1 Feb 2012

Former Massachusetts governor Mitt Romney has won the Republican primary in Florida, defeating Newt Gingrich. The victory has brought him closer to bagging the Republican nomination to challenge the incumbent, Barack Obama, in November presidential elections.

Mercedes GL 'Grand Edition' at Rs 65.50 lakh

Mercedes GL 'Grand Edition' at Rs 65.50 lakh

Rediff.com1 Feb 2012

The distinctive, new GL- Class Grand Edition's level of spaciousness and comfort is at par with that of a luxury saloon.

Radia tapes tampered: Centre tells Supreme Court

Radia tapes tampered: Centre tells Supreme Court

Rediff.com31 Jan 2012

The government on Tuesday claimed before the Supreme Court that the Radia tapes broadcast by media organisations were tampered with and the government agencies were not responsible for its leakage.

March of young Gandhis creates world record

March of young Gandhis creates world record

Rediff.com30 Jan 2012

Children dressed as Mahatma Gandhi took part in a peace march in Kolkata on Sunday, on the eve of the 64th death anniversary of the Father of The Nation.

I am being trapped in NRHM scam: Kushwaha

I am being trapped in NRHM scam: Kushwaha

Rediff.com30 Jan 2012

Former minister in the Bahujan Samaj Party government in Uttar Pradesh Babu Singh Kushwaha has alleged that he is being trapped into the National Rural Health Mission scam as a part of a conspiracy hatched by senior bureaucrats.

Mumbai big-ticket property market sluggish

Mumbai big-ticket property market sluggish

Rediff.com30 Jan 2012

Sector insiders and analysts say this is due to combination of slowing property markets and liquidity issues.

Here comes Tata Safari Storme at Rs 10 lakh

Here comes Tata Safari Storme at Rs 10 lakh

Rediff.com25 Jan 2012

This revolutionary crossover is a strong contender of Toyota Innova, Mahindra Xylo, Mahindra Bolero and Mahindra Scorpio.

Ex-ISRO chief barred from govt jobs over Antrix-Devas deal

Ex-ISRO chief barred from govt jobs over Antrix-Devas deal

Rediff.com25 Jan 2012

Taking action in the controversial Antrix-Devas deal, the government has barred former Indian Space Research Organisation chief G Madhavan Nair and three other eminent space scientists from holding any government jobs.

ODD PHOTOS: Wrestling camels, guitar-shaped coffin, more...

ODD PHOTOS: Wrestling camels, guitar-shaped coffin, more...

Rediff.com25 Jan 2012

Odd photos wrestling camels guitar shaped coffin more

No conflict over UIDAI project: Montek, Chidambaram

No conflict over UIDAI project: Montek, Chidambaram

Rediff.com24 Jan 2012

Home Minister P Chidambaram and Planning Commission Deputy Chairman Montek Singh Ahluwalia rejected reports that they were locked in a turf war over the ambitious UIDAI project to give every Indian resident a unique ID number Aadhar.

PHOTOS: Manchester City stay ahead

PHOTOS: Manchester City stay ahead

Rediff.com23 Jan 2012

Manchester City secured a dramatic 3-2 win over Tottenham Hotspur to stay three points clear of Manchester United in England.

FIA bans reactive ride height systems

FIA bans reactive ride height systems

Rediff.com22 Jan 2012

Formula One's governing body has moved to ban, before the start of pre-season testing, controversial new reactive suspension systems that several teams were working on.

It's a girl for Lara Dutta!

It's a girl for Lara Dutta!

Rediff.com20 Jan 2012

The actress gave birth to her first child this afternoon.

Khan withdraws IBF appeal, seeks rematch

Khan withdraws IBF appeal, seeks rematch

Rediff.com18 Jan 2012

Amir Khan has dropped his appeal with the International Boxing Federation as the Briton seeks an immediate rematch to avenge his controversial defeat to Lamont Peterson in Washington last month, his US promoters said on Tuesday.

CA goes broke with India losing three Tests in nine days

CA goes broke with India losing three Tests in nine days

Rediff.com16 Jan 2012

With India losing three Tests against Australia in less than 10 days, Cricket Australia is set to become broke as it has been left with a small fortune in terms of revenue generation from gate ticket sales.

RIL plans to pick 26% stake in leading cable operators

RIL plans to pick 26% stake in leading cable operators

Rediff.com16 Jan 2012

Talks under way for partnership model to provide last-mile connectivity to 4G users.

Work well, get reward points from your employers

Work well, get reward points from your employers

Rediff.com5 Mar 2012

The employees are referred by a superior, based on their performance/behaviour. The company has been doing it to encourage the best performing employees through gifts, apart from cash incentives.

Fashion flashback: Groovy 60s & 70s hit runway

Fashion flashback: Groovy 60s & 70s hit runway

Rediff.com4 Mar 2012

The inspiration for Nimish Shah was a woman's perfect childhood wardrobe as he allowed the wearer to blend different garments and present one's individual styles.