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After security cover, Kejriwal says no to govt bungalow

After security cover, Kejriwal says no to govt bungalow

Rediff.com24 Dec 2013

After refusing to take security cover, Arvind Kejriwal, who is set to become the Delhi chief minister, has refused to shift to a government bungalow in line with his resolve to end the VIP culture.

Like 911 in US, 112 to become single number for all emergency services in India

Like 911 in US, 112 to become single number for all emergency services in India

Rediff.com29 Mar 2016

All existing emergency numbers will be phased out within a year of rolling out 112, depending upon the awareness about this new facility.

'I realise the power of Indians around the world'

'I realise the power of Indians around the world'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2008

SRK reacts to being listed among the top 50 most influencial men in the world.

Good news for e-wallet fraud victims

Good news for e-wallet fraud victims

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

Customers using mobile wallets, prepaid payments cards, and paper vouchers such as Sodexo have been absolved of liability for fraud if it is reported within three days.

Wish Smriti Irani

Wish Smriti Irani

Rediff.com23 Mar 2006

The television actress turns 30 on Thursday.

Meet a global brand builder

Meet a global brand builder

Rediff.com11 Apr 2008

Most remember him for old campaigns like Gloria Vanderbilt and Tommy Hilfiger.

Wish Lata Mangeshkar

Wish Lata Mangeshkar

Rediff.com27 Sep 2003

Celebrate the singer by posting your wishes.

Verifying SIMs through Aadhaar to be made easy

Verifying SIMs through Aadhaar to be made easy

Rediff.com25 Oct 2017

The government has initiated a series of measures, including allowing re-verification at subscribers' doorstep and One Time Password (OTP) based authentication of existing users, to make the entire exercise easier for telecom subscribers.

Fair polls: Mobile cos to pay a price

Fair polls: Mobile cos to pay a price

Rediff.com17 Nov 2007

The Election Commission, for the first time, has banned bulk text (SMS) messaging either by candidates standing for an election or by political parties to voters in the 48 hour period before start of voting in Assembly constituencies in Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh.As this ban is likely to be extended to all future elections, mobile service providers will have to live with the idea of losing what used to be a revenue windfall for them during elections.

It's politicians who elect the President, stupid!

It's politicians who elect the President, stupid!

Rediff.com22 Jun 2007

The President's election is hitting the headlines because all the parties believe that in the 2009 general election no single party will get a majority. In such a scenario the President's role becomes crucial

'It's humbling that people notice you'

'It's humbling that people notice you'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2016

'I am glad I am on a national platform. This is the next step in life. It's amazing for a Southern actress to be in Bollywood!' Meet Regina Cassandra.

Mobiles must dance to the tune of radio

Mobiles must dance to the tune of radio

Rediff.com17 Mar 2008

In the emerging Asian market, 45 per cent of users listed the availability of FM/AM radio as one of the top choices for purchasing a mobile phone, making it a popular application compared with SMS (texting), internet and camera. The findings can help revival of the radio. "This new outlet through mobile phones may help it sustain its life well into this millennium," Matthew Froggatt, managing director of TNS's Global Technology sector, said.

Wish Preity Zinta!

Wish Preity Zinta!

Rediff.com31 Jan 2006

The star turns 31 today.

Naga leader to get tight security

Naga leader to get tight security

Rediff.com23 Dec 2006

The Union home ministry has ordered stepping up the security of Thuingaleng Muivah, secretary general of the Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagalim, following death threats from his rival group NSCN (Khaplang).

'Is mobile banking as safe as net banking?'

'Is mobile banking as safe as net banking?'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2017

In an online chat with readers on April 27, Sameer Ratolikar, Chief Information Security Officer, HDFC Bank, answered readers' queries on how to secure their online banking transaction.

Battery-operated cars at rail stations soon

Battery-operated cars at rail stations soon

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

Senior citizens, differently-abled, pregnant women and medically sick travellers will be given a preference

UPI: It's not only about transferring money

UPI: It's not only about transferring money

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

The interface allows you to add multiple banks and transfer money, even between payment wallets, for a fraction of existing costs

New security product for BPO staff

New security product for BPO staff

Rediff.com12 Jan 2006

Addressing the growing need for security of business process outsourcing employees, Bangalore-based Proficio Geo Technologies has come up with PRO-TMS

Saare zameen par: Now jokes hit markets

Saare zameen par: Now jokes hit markets

Rediff.com22 Jan 2008

In the middle of turmoil, the stock markets have become the butt of jokes being circulated across media such as the Web and mobile phones.

52-year-old student threatens suicide if he does not pass MBBS

52-year-old student threatens suicide if he does not pass MBBS

Rediff.com25 Feb 2016

Fearing another case of Rohith Vemula, authorities of Darbhanga medical college and hospital in Bihar have forced a Dalit MBBS student to submit an affidavit with police to make it clear that he would not commit suicide if he is not declared pass in the final year examination, officials on Thursday said.

Who invented the Jaipur foot?

Who invented the Jaipur foot?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2008

Days after he died on January 6, Sethi's legacy is being questioned by the very NGO which is today known for taking the Jaipur foot to the masses. The invention won the doctor a Magsaysay award, which in turn has given him enemies.

After outrage, govt exempts WhatsApp, social media from new encryption policy

After outrage, govt exempts WhatsApp, social media from new encryption policy

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

Shortly after a controversy erupted over government's plans to snoop on every message sent through WhatsApp, SMS, e-mail or any such service, the Department of Electronics and Information Technology clarified that social media websites and applications will be exempted from the purview of the draft National Encryption Policy.

Rajasthan just opened a cow-urine refinery

Rajasthan just opened a cow-urine refinery

Rediff.com4 May 2015

The refinery, set up at Pathmera Gaushala, will reportedly prepare cow-urine extract for use in the formulation of various products

Wish Amitabh Bachchan

Wish Amitabh Bachchan

Rediff.com10 Oct 2006

The actor turns 64 on October 11.

Non-predatory rules: Jio is once again the gainer

Non-predatory rules: Jio is once again the gainer

Rediff.com21 Feb 2018

The Mukesh Ambani-owned company had complained to Trai about incumbents offering segmented offers to different customers

Now, a map to ease traffic

Now, a map to ease traffic

Rediff.com3 Dec 2007

Mapunity's IT project to help Delhi tackle its traffic.

ATM woes: How I got my money back

ATM woes: How I got my money back

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

Kamal Sajwan from New Delhi tells us how an debited amount from his account got credited back.

Money transfer through your mobiles soon!

Money transfer through your mobiles soon!

Rediff.com23 Nov 2007

The technology is in place and operators are waiting for the green signal.

'If Kohli can get his way with Shastri, why can't Harmanpreet?'

'If Kohli can get his way with Shastri, why can't Harmanpreet?'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2018

In a letter written to Rai, COA member Edulji accused the chairman and BCCI CEO Rahul Johri of breaking rules while appointing Ravi Shastri as the men's team coach in July last year.

Do you own these stocks? EXIT them NOW

Do you own these stocks? EXIT them NOW

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

SMSing obscene jokes can land you in jail

SMSing obscene jokes can land you in jail

Rediff.com27 Jun 2007

The attack on Parliament was linked to hidden messages SMSed to various people in the garb of a beautiful photograph of leading Indian actress, he said.

Making sense of multiple messages

Making sense of multiple messages

Rediff.com10 Nov 2007

Several organisations are already using these tools, though choosing which vendor and technology to go with can be challenging. Particularly since the software and hardware guys are both doing hardsells read Microsoft, HP, Cisco, Avaya and so on. Of course, whoever you go with will tie up the other parties, software with hardware and telecom for instance.

IOC to colour cylinders to curb LPG misuse

IOC to colour cylinders to curb LPG misuse

Rediff.com11 Aug 2006

To contain misuse of LPG cylinders in markets, Indian Oil Corporation will soon bring out a system by which cylinder refills for domestic use will be coloured differently from those for commercial use. \n

Jab We Met: 'She was shy, introverted'

Jab We Met: 'She was shy, introverted'

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

Rediff reader Rahul Kapse tells us how he met and fell in love with Ashwini.

BMW 'driven' by MLA's son kills 3, injures 5

BMW 'driven' by MLA's son kills 3, injures 5

Rediff.com2 Jul 2016

It is reported that the BMW belongs to the son of independent legislator Nand Kishor, who is an MLA from Sikar, Fatehpur District.

Appliances you want to throw out of the bedroom!

Appliances you want to throw out of the bedroom!

Rediff.com28 May 2007

Does your spouse watch television before bed each night, when you'd rather make conversation? Tell us about which appliances you'd like to throw out of the bedroom to improve your relationship!

'Tharoor told me to persuade Sunanda to be normal'

'Tharoor told me to persuade Sunanda to be normal'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

Sanjay Dewan, a family friend of Shashi Tharoor and his wife Sunanda Pushkar and a key witness in her mysterious death case, on Wednesday said they were a "happy couple" and he was not aware whether she was suffering from any ailment.

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