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Scorching summer to boost durables sales

Scorching summer to boost durables sales

Rediff.com4 May 2010

The Rs 30,000-crore consumer durables market is expected to rake in more money this summer on the back of rising mercury levels.

Consumer electronics cos to test India with 3D TVs

Consumer electronics cos to test India with 3D TVs

Rediff.com2 Apr 2010

Cashing in on the interest generated in the three-dimensional world by films like Avatar, consumer electronics companies like Samsung, LG, Sony and Panasonic are gearing up to cajole Indian consumers to buy a 3D TV set

PM relaunching my government's expressway project: Akhilesh

PM relaunching my government's expressway project: Akhilesh

Rediff.com14 Jul 2018

Attacking the BJP, Akhilesh Yadav said the specifications of the project had been lowered by the current government.

Jan to Sep VC investments down nearly 17% YoY to $6.5 billion

Jan to Sep VC investments down nearly 17% YoY to $6.5 billion

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

Education topped the table with nearly $1.755 billion as against $379 million last year, followed by real estate which received $754 million.

Survey ranks top 10 employers in India, Infy at No.8

Survey ranks top 10 employers in India, Infy at No.8

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

The top driver for the Indian workforce while choosing an employer are salary and employee benefits, followed by work-life balance and job security.

How Tatas plan to grab the $100 billion-plus global 5G market

How Tatas plan to grab the $100 billion-plus global 5G market

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

The Tata group's tryst with mobile services, with either CDMA or GSM technology, did not really fly, forcing it to close operations and write off losses. Now the group is back in the big game, this time straddling the telecom equipment, network and technology space in India as well as the global market. To this end, it is leveraging the opportunities that flow from 5G technology through open radio access network, or O-RAN. Recently, the Tata Sons' subsidiary Panatone Finvest acquired 43.3 per cent in Bengaluru-based telecom equipment manufacturer Tejas Network for Rs 1,850 crore and announced it would buy another 26 per cent of the voting capital through an open offer.

Android phones call on Indian consumers

Android phones call on Indian consumers

Rediff.com20 Aug 2009

Samsung Electronics and Motorola are gearing up to launch handsets based on Google's Android operating system in India.

RIL is world's 2nd biggest brand; Apple No 1

RIL is world's 2nd biggest brand; Apple No 1

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

FutureBrand, which is a global brand transformation company, said part of Reliance's success could be attributed to Mukesh Ambani's recasting of the firm as a one-stop-shop for Indians.

Google to bring Pixel 4a to India in Oct

Google to bring Pixel 4a to India in Oct

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

The company will, however, not bring its new 5G-enabled Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a (5G) to India and Singapore markets.

In India, it's Nokia all the way

In India, it's Nokia all the way

Rediff.com30 Sep 2004

A consumer study has ranked Nokia as the most preferred brand in mobile phones followed by Samsung and Reliance.

Touch screen phones: A price war has just begun

Touch screen phones: A price war has just begun

Rediff.com2 Nov 2009

Samsung has the first-mover advantage, but Nokia wants to catch up fast.

LeT not JeM behind Uri and Handwara attacks, says NIA

LeT not JeM behind Uri and Handwara attacks, says NIA

Rediff.com19 Jan 2017

A senior NIA official claimed that one of the four terrorists involved in the attack on the army camp in Handwara managed to flee.

'Excise cut extension to help growth momentum'

'Excise cut extension to help growth momentum'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2014

Consumer Electronics and Appliances Manufacturers Association Consumer has also welcomed the move saying the it would improve the sentiments and strengthen the growth.

LG Q6 review: A mid-range phone that fulfills all expectations

LG Q6 review: A mid-range phone that fulfills all expectations

Rediff.com31 Aug 2017

LG Q6 is an all-rounder and way better designed than the competition -- Moto G5 Plus, Honor 6X, and Samsung Galaxy on Max -- says Uttaran Das Gupta.

Will haste over local manufacture see handset makers shut shop?

Will haste over local manufacture see handset makers shut shop?

Rediff.com8 Feb 2019

The government's stated vision is that it wants to make India a manufacturing hub and that is where such a rush or confusing policies don't help, reports Shubhomoy Sikdar.

Apple kicks off star-studded event with larger iPhones

Apple kicks off star-studded event with larger iPhones

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

Apple is expected to introduce its first new product since the iPad in 2010, a smartwatch, later on Tuesday.

Apple Store to launch online in India on Sep 23

Apple Store to launch online in India on Sep 23

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

The new online store, which will be launched on September 23, will provide customers with the same premium experience found in Apple Store locations around the world, delivered by online team members who are ready to offer their expertise, Apple said in a statement.

Here's why Samsung Galaxy SII scores over iPhone 4S in India

Here's why Samsung Galaxy SII scores over iPhone 4S in India

Rediff.com13 Dec 2011

A thorough comparison between the two smashing smartphones. Find out why Galaxy S II takes the cake away from iPhone 4S in India.

ICICI Bank offers EMI option on debit card buys

ICICI Bank offers EMI option on debit card buys

Rediff.com20 Aug 2014

ICICI Bank, the country's largest private sector lender, has introduced an equated monthly instalment (EMI) option for its customers on debit card purchases.

20 best smartphones launched in April

20 best smartphones launched in April

Rediff.com23 Apr 2014

Nokia announced its flagship device based on new Windows OS while Samsung got its flagship Galaxy S5 to Indian market

Top 10 tablets in 2015

Top 10 tablets in 2015

Rediff.com19 Aug 2015

Take your pick. We have listed the best ones ranging from Rs 14,000 to Rs 55,000.

6 gadgets that will rock at MWC 2015

6 gadgets that will rock at MWC 2015

Rediff.com29 Jan 2015

These are some of the most eagerly-anticipated gadgets likely to grace the Mobile World Congress 2015 in Barcelona between March 2 and 5. We expect plenty of fireworks!

Rupee crash: What will cost more

Rupee crash: What will cost more

Rediff.com28 Aug 2013

As the rupee continues its freefall against the dollar, cars, TVs, washing machines and other home appliances are set to cost more with companies set to hike prices to offset impact on their margins.

Nokia to bring 4G, 3G mobile phones at lower prices

Nokia to bring 4G, 3G mobile phones at lower prices

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

Company has plans to launch its latest 4G enabled phone Lumia 830 priced at around Rs 26,000 before taxes by Oct.

iPhone 7 sees blockbuster sales during Diwali

iPhone 7 sees blockbuster sales during Diwali

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

Industry sources said all the iPhone 7 handsets shipped in had been sold out.

Is the Chinese Mi 4 an iPhone killer?

Is the Chinese Mi 4 an iPhone killer?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2014

China's Xiaomi unveiled on Tuesday its new flagship Mi 4 smartphone, aimed squarely at the premium handset market dominated by Apple Inc and Samsung Electronics Co Ltd.

IPL promises to be bigger, better

IPL promises to be bigger, better

Rediff.com24 Mar 2019

Urvi Malvania looks at what is in store for the IPL's 2019 edition.

ACs, refrigerators to cost more this summer

ACs, refrigerators to cost more this summer

Rediff.com23 Apr 2008

Despite flooding the market with energy efficient and innovative products to lure consumers, the unprecedented increase in steel prices have forced the companies to pass on the burden to customer, who is already shelling out more for essential commodities. Samsung India Deputy MD R Zutshi told PTI that based on the input cost pressure linked with the hike in steel prices the company has already increased the prices of refrigerators by 2-3 per cent in March.

Amazon unveils 3D 'Fire' phone

Amazon unveils 3D 'Fire' phone

Rediff.com19 Jun 2014

Amazon.com Inc's new cellphone seeks to offer shoppers instant gratification by recognizing thousands of products, television shows and songs and allowing users to immediately buy them.

Top 10 smartphones under Rs 20,000

Top 10 smartphones under Rs 20,000

Rediff.com27 Dec 2015

The under Rs 20,000 price category is a sweet spot for the consumers, who wish to have a great smartphone, but are not willing to shell out a lot of cash to own one.

Do you have Aadhaar helpline number in your phone contact list?

Do you have Aadhaar helpline number in your phone contact list?

Rediff.com3 Aug 2018

French hacker Elliot Alderson had earlier pointed out UIDAI helpline (1800-300-1947) could just be "the tip of the iceberg", hinting there could be additional data or trackers on Indian phone manufacturers' devices.

Apple to shift 10% of manufacture to India in 5 years

Apple to shift 10% of manufacture to India in 5 years

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

Two of Apple Inc's global vendors -- Wistron and Foxconn (through Han Hoi), which already manufacture Apple phones in India -- and a third entity, Pegatron, which will be setting up a new plant, have applied to the government to be eligible under the PLI scheme for large-scale electronics manufacturers.

Nokia's second coming in India

Nokia's second coming in India

Rediff.com26 Oct 2017

With 8.5 per cent market share in the quarter ended September 2017, Nokia makes it to the top four bestselling feature phones in India.

Made-in-India Chinese mobiles rule

Made-in-India Chinese mobiles rule

Rediff.com8 Aug 2014

Only one in five handsets sold in India this year is likely to be made locally.

HTC launches 'world's best' Android smartphone

HTC launches 'world's best' Android smartphone

Rediff.com26 Mar 2014

it has a 5-inch display, improved camera technology, and a faster processor.

Why India denied China 5-G trial

Why India denied China 5-G trial

Rediff.com3 Jun 2021

Given the security dilemma prevailing between India and China, India should curb the operation of Chinese telecom companies in India, asserts Dr Rup Narayan Das.

Honor 9 Lite: A premium smartphone in a budget

Honor 9 Lite: A premium smartphone in a budget

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

The Honor 9 Lite sports a premium glass design, dual-camera set-ups on the front and rear, and a futuristic 18:9 aspect ratio screen at a starting price of Rs 10,999, says Khalid Anzar

Why IIM-Lucknow grads are celebrating!

Why IIM-Lucknow grads are celebrating!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

147 domestic and international recruiters -- including Ola, Amazon, Flipkart and Xiaomi -- hired all 460 graduates.

Apple Watch: Will it hurt its competitors?

Apple Watch: Will it hurt its competitors?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2015

The base model is estimated to be priced at Rs 30,000.

From China with love: Top 10 smartpones and tabs in India

From China with love: Top 10 smartpones and tabs in India

Rediff.com14 Jul 2014

These Chinese devices are flooding the Indian markets with latest innovations and designs not to mention very affordable rates. Apple, Samsung, Nokia, Sony, LG and all Indian brands beware!