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Apple Watch gets an Indian touch

Apple Watch gets an Indian touch

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

Apple Watch is expected to be available for preview from April 10.

Low-profile Salil Parekh starts his innings at Infosys

Low-profile Salil Parekh starts his innings at Infosys

Rediff.com3 Jan 2018

Parekh in a video address to employees expressed delight on leading the iconic company

Mandatory minimum pay hike for H-1B workers to be delayed

Mandatory minimum pay hike for H-1B workers to be delayed

Rediff.com12 Mar 2021

The Biden administration on Friday issued a formal notification to delay the implementation of the previous Trump regime's controversial rule to raise mandatory minimum pay for foreign workers on H-1B visa, the most sought after among Indian IT professionals. The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows US companies to employ foreign workers in specialty occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise. The technology companies depend on it to hire tens of thousands of employees each year from countries like India and China. The Department of Labour in its federal notification published on Friday said that it is considering whether to propose a further delay of the final rule's effective date and accompanying implementation periods that are currently scheduled to take effect on May 14, 2021, and July 1, 2021, respectively.

At $2.1 billion, Buffett is year's biggest philanthropist

At $2.1 billion, Buffett is year's biggest philanthropist

Rediff.com10 Dec 2014

According to global wealth intelligence and prospecting company Wealth-X, Buffett topped the list of the 10 biggest single charitable donors of 2014.

Trump's flip-flop over H-1B lands him in controversy

Trump's flip-flop over H-1B lands him in controversy

Rediff.com4 Mar 2016

Donald Trump said America needs highly skilled professionals.

Biden admin's new immigration bill benefits thousands of Indian IT professionals

Biden admin's new immigration bill benefits thousands of Indian IT professionals

Rediff.com19 Feb 2021

In a major move that will benefit hundreds and thousands of Indian IT professionals in America, the Biden administration has introduced an ambitious immigration bill in Congress which among other things proposes to eliminate the per-country cap for employment-based green cards.

Sumer Juneja to head India arm of $100-billion Vision Fund

Sumer Juneja to head India arm of $100-billion Vision Fund

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

Unlike many peers in the VC space, LSE grad Juneja doesn't have an entrepreneurial background but is said to be strong in finance skills

How Tanvi Gupta Created SwoonMe

How Tanvi Gupta Created SwoonMe

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

I had about eight, nine, dating apps on my phone. But I always felt this pressure of looking good.' 'When it comes to finding romantic love, it just feels very shallow.' 'I felt it was time for something different, something non superficial.'

Google CEO Sundar Pichai to visit India

Google CEO Sundar Pichai to visit India

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

This would be the first visit to India as Google CEO.

As power shifts back to Bengaluru, Infy may hire less in US

As power shifts back to Bengaluru, Infy may hire less in US

Rediff.com29 Aug 2017

Firm's dented image following Sikka's exit could bring down revenues in the margin rich US market and force Infy to hire fewer Americans, as hiring locals in developed markets comes at a cost.

Nadella to visit Mumbai on Nov 5

Nadella to visit Mumbai on Nov 5

Rediff.com3 Nov 2015

He will be in Mumbai for a day to deliver a keynote address at Future Unleashed.

India, Israel to collaborate in fighting terror, cyber threats

India, Israel to collaborate in fighting terror, cyber threats

Rediff.com7 Nov 2014

Recognising evolving global terror threats, India and Israel have resolved to deepen cooperation in fighting the menace and collaborate in the field of cyber security.

Bengaluru world's fastest growing tech hub, Mumbai 6th

Bengaluru world's fastest growing tech hub, Mumbai 6th

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

Bengaluru has emerged as the world's fastest-growing mature tech ecosystem in the world since 2016, followed by the European cities of London, Munich, Berlin and Paris, with India's financial centre of Mumbai in sixth place, according to new research released in London on Thursday.

Indian American Ro Khanna secures crucial vote

Indian American Ro Khanna secures crucial vote

Rediff.com4 Jun 2014

Indian American Ro Khanna, the Democrat who ran for the Congressional seat from California's 17th District has secured enough votes in the primary election held on June 3 to challenge seven terms incumbent Mike Honda in the general election scheduled for November.

US entrepreneurs expect Modi to revive business relations

US entrepreneurs expect Modi to revive business relations

Rediff.com21 May 2014

India needs to get back to economic growth of seven to 10 per cent growth.

This iconic hotel in New York will house Prime Minister Modi

This iconic hotel in New York will house Prime Minister Modi

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was welcomed by over 500 Indian-Americans who had gathered outside the Waldorf Astoria Hotel on Thursday.

Xi, Modi to vie for investments on rare simultaneous US visits

Xi, Modi to vie for investments on rare simultaneous US visits

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

Modi is scheduled to meet over 50 CEOs of Fortune 500 companies over dinner hosted in New York on September 24.

Indian Unicorns Boom

Indian Unicorns Boom

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

India is currently home to 52 unicorn startups and one of the fastest-growing startup ecosystems.

Nandan Nilekani commits 5% assets to start-ups

Nandan Nilekani commits 5% assets to start-ups

Rediff.com12 Sep 2016

Invests $50 mn in 11 entities in just over a year, commits $25 mn more; prefers putting money in firms trying to solve India-specific problems

Indo-US ties have evolved into very deep partnership: Indian envoy

Indo-US ties have evolved into very deep partnership: Indian envoy

Rediff.com1 Sep 2016

A 1979 batch Indian Foreign Service officer, Singh said it is generally recognised that Indian diplomacy over a period of time has gained "more and more impact".

6 AMAZING lessons I learned as an entrepreneur

6 AMAZING lessons I learned as an entrepreneur

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

Don't spend your time trying to raise funds and then get demotivated by the rejection. Spend your time growing your company first, says Arjita Sethi.

Tata Elxsi wins deal for self-driving car software

Tata Elxsi wins deal for self-driving car software

Rediff.com6 Jun 2017

While Tata Elxsi will steer clear of building hardware sensors used in autonomous driving, the company is also working with large Tier-1 suppliers to co-develop sensors that will be work with its underlying software.

In 25 months, Modi has visited 42 countries in 113 days

In 25 months, Modi has visited 42 countries in 113 days

Rediff.com13 Jul 2016

The prime minister has emerged as the most widely-travelled PM compared to his predecessors.

Why investors are putting their money on venture debt

Why investors are putting their money on venture debt

Rediff.com27 May 2019

In 2018, venture debt providers cumulatively deployed Rs 1,300 crore. This year, the market is expected to absorb venture debt of Rs 1,800 crore to Rs 2,000 crore. So what makes this asset class so attractive?

Top US lawmakers praise Modi's leadership

Top US lawmakers praise Modi's leadership

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

Reflecting a new sense of bonhomie between India and the United States, top American lawmakers on Wednesday praised the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and underscored that the bilateral relationship has entered a new phase.

Byju's pips Ola as India's 3rd largest Unicorn

Byju's pips Ola as India's 3rd largest Unicorn

Rediff.com10 Jan 2020

Byju's has emerged as the leader in the Indian education-tech sector. They are pioneering technology shaping the future of learning for millions of school students in India.

Indian IT is dead!

Indian IT is dead!

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

But Indian information technology workers might do better without the companies that held them back, says Mihir S Sharma.

Softbank investors seek Nikesh Arora's removal over 'poor' decisions

Softbank investors seek Nikesh Arora's removal over 'poor' decisions

Rediff.com21 Apr 2016

A group of investors of Japanese mobile giant SoftBank has sought probe and possible sacking of its India-born COO Nikesh Arora over potential conflicts of interest tied to his role as an adviser to a private equity firm.

Uber faces a big challenge in Karnataka

Uber faces a big challenge in Karnataka

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

Uber says it is engaging with state govt to explain why its business model encourages savings for customers.

Deep Singh, the 'super Sikh' who hates bad guys and loves Elvis

Deep Singh, the 'super Sikh' who hates bad guys and loves Elvis

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

Move over Batman and superman.

Elon Musk breaks silence, reveals why Tesla is out of India

Elon Musk breaks silence, reveals why Tesla is out of India

Rediff.com31 May 2018

He says that while 30 per cent of parts must be locally sourced, the supply doesn't yet exist in India to support that

Is RBI's decision to ban cryptocurrencies correct?

Is RBI's decision to ban cryptocurrencies correct?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2018

Anthony Pompliano, general partner at Morgan Creek Capital Blockchain in the Silicon Valley, shares his views on cryptocurrencies with Mayank Jain in an email interview.

How WhatsApp signed up 1.5 billion people

How WhatsApp signed up 1.5 billion people

Rediff.com16 Mar 2019

Several of WhatsApp's early features were designed keeping Indian conditions in mind, given the choppy connectivity and existence of devices of different makes. In fact, India was the first country where WhatsApp rolled out in-app video calling services in 2016, ahead of its global launch, underlining the importance of the market for the company.

This CEO used to wash dishes as a young boy!

This CEO used to wash dishes as a young boy!

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

Cairn India CEO has a tough task at hand.

2,000 techies take to streets in Bengaluru for better roads

2,000 techies take to streets in Bengaluru for better roads

Rediff.com19 Dec 2015

The city has the highest vehicle density in the country

Centre-Bengal ties may hold key to investments

Centre-Bengal ties may hold key to investments

Rediff.com6 May 2021

Though the mandate is seen largely an outcome of Banerjee's welfare schemes, she has promised to industrialise at a faster pace, or so read the manifesto.

PM Modi world's 9th most powerful person in Forbes list

PM Modi world's 9th most powerful person in Forbes list

Rediff.com5 Nov 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been ranked as the world's ninth most powerful person by Forbes magazine in a 2015 list which is topped by Russian President Vladimir Putin.

In US for second visit, PM Modi has a packed schedule

In US for second visit, PM Modi has a packed schedule

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in New York on Thursday on his second visit to the United States, has a "packed schedule" ahead of him, during which he will address world leaders at a landmark United Nations sustainable development summit and interact with top CEOs and the Indian Diaspora in the Silicon Valley.

Isro plans to launch first privately built satellite by March

Isro plans to launch first privately built satellite by March

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

Research and markets estimated in May that the global opportunity for small and mini satellites would grow nearly one and half times to $5.32 billion by 2021

Flipkart's big plans to take on rivals

Flipkart's big plans to take on rivals

Rediff.com2 Feb 2015

Flipkart's current valuation is an estimated $12 billion.