News for 'Silicon'

Bangalore among world's top 8 tech innovation hotpots

Bangalore among world's top 8 tech innovation hotpots

Rediff.com5 Aug 2013

India's Silicon Valley, Bangalore has been ranked among the world's eight largest technology innovation clusters by MIT Technology Review.

Is Skullcandy Push wireless earbuds worth Rs 9,999?

Is Skullcandy Push wireless earbuds worth Rs 9,999?

Rediff.com16 May 2019

Skullcandy Push has all the basic utilities and is great for music but the pair will not impress professionals, says Khalid Anzar.

'Phenomenal time' to be an entrepreneur in India: Nikesh Arora

'Phenomenal time' to be an entrepreneur in India: Nikesh Arora

Rediff.com16 Oct 2015

Last year, SoftBank, which has invested in e-commerce firm Snapdeal and Taxi aggregartor Ola) had announced to invest nearly $10 billion (around Rs 60,000 crore) in India over the next few years.

Apple, Google agree to pay over $300 million to settle conspiracy lawsuit

Apple, Google agree to pay over $300 million to settle conspiracy lawsuit

Rediff.com25 Apr 2014

The case has been closely watched due to the potentially high damages award and the opportunity to peek into the world of Silicon Valley's elite.

Five NRIs on Forbes US richest list

Five NRIs on Forbes US richest list

Rediff.com21 Sep 2012

The net worth of the richest Americans grew by 13% in the past year to $ 1.7 trillion.

Don't portray Steve Jobs as a 'bully', say top tech cos

Don't portray Steve Jobs as a 'bully', say top tech cos

Rediff.com16 Apr 2014

Tech workers filed a class action lawsuit against Apple Inc, Google Inc , Intel Inc and Adobe Systems Inc in 2011, alleging they conspired to avoid competing for each other's employees in order to avert a salary war.

The missing topic in Modi-Trump talks: H-1B visas

The missing topic in Modi-Trump talks: H-1B visas

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

The H-1B issue specifically did not figure in the talks, with Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar telling reporters that there was a lot of discussion with business leaders and the two leaders about the digital partnership when asked about whether H-1B visa issue figured in the talks.

India's 21 best cities for business, Bangalore tops

India's 21 best cities for business, Bangalore tops

Rediff.com23 Oct 2013

Bangalore scores in terms of schools and colleges, ability to attract infrastructure, office space availability and city culture.

Net neutrality controversy dents Facebook's reputation

Net neutrality controversy dents Facebook's reputation

Rediff.com11 Feb 2016

Facebook is fast learning the limits of tech exceptionalism.

'Beach row' continues, as Vinod Khosla keeps California surfers away

'Beach row' continues, as Vinod Khosla keeps California surfers away

Rediff.com27 Feb 2014

When Vinod Khosla bought the Martin's beach property he put up a gate with a sign that said, 'Beach closed, keep out'. Ritu Jha reports from California.

Indians may benefit as US House scraps 7% country cap on Green Card

Indians may benefit as US House scraps 7% country cap on Green Card

Rediff.com11 Jul 2019

The bill, however, has to be passed by the Senate, wherein the Republicans enjoy a majority, before it can be signed into law by the US President Donald Trump.

Farewell Friend, Physician, Guide

Farewell Friend, Physician, Guide

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

'Sasi Annan did far more right than wrong in his life.' 'I, and a great many others who appreciated his kindness and thoughtfulness, mourn for him and wish him godspeed and sadgati.' Rajeev Srinivasan pays homage to a noble soul.

Ikanos' fast broadband in India

Ikanos' fast broadband in India

Rediff.com23 Feb 2005

Silicon Valley-based Ikanos Communications on Wednesday launched 100/100 Mbps fibre-fast broadband solution in India targeting businesses and consumers.

'Nadella has all the right attributes to reinvent Microsoft'

'Nadella has all the right attributes to reinvent Microsoft'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2014

As Satya Nadella takes over as CEO of technology giant Microsoft, it is a thrilling moment for people of Indian origin in America.

Amazing images of Tesla cars

Amazing images of Tesla cars

Rediff.com19 Jun 2012

Tesla Motors is a Silicon Valley-based company.

Satya Nadella vs Sundar Pichai: Who will be Microsoft's CEO?

Satya Nadella vs Sundar Pichai: Who will be Microsoft's CEO?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2014

Executive Satya Nadella appears most likely to be named Microsoft's new CEO but the name of another India-born technology executive is doing the rounds as a candidate for the top job, a report said.

TiECon meet to focus on BPO

TiECon meet to focus on BPO

Rediff.com12 May 2005

TMC or BJP, big-ticket projects still a pipedream for Bengal

TMC or BJP, big-ticket projects still a pipedream for Bengal

Rediff.com8 Feb 2021

In power, Mamata Banerjee has tried to bury the ghost of the past, but it might still be work-in-progress. Big-ticket and eye-grabbing (in terms of investment size) projects are still few and far between, reports Ishita Ayan Dutt.

Indian IT industry sees red as H-1B visa window gets smaller

Indian IT industry sees red as H-1B visa window gets smaller

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

Analysts say the impact on Indian entities would not be immediate

Twitter roadshow: Less exuberance, more 'nuts and bolts'

Twitter roadshow: Less exuberance, more 'nuts and bolts'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2013

While Facebook's CEO had shown up in a hooded sweatshirt and sneakers, Twitter's executives were clad in dark suits as they pitched investors over plates of pesto chicken salad and raspberry tart.

Why Powai is a hotspot for IT start-ups

Why Powai is a hotspot for IT start-ups

Rediff.com25 Feb 2014

The locality, home to IIT-Bombay and the National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE), is steadily attracting fledgling entrepreneurs for purposes of both work and residence.

Donald Trump favours retaining foreign talent in US

Donald Trump favours retaining foreign talent in US

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

'I am in favour of keeping these talented people here so they can go to work in Silicon Valley.'

Why Modi is talking about this teenager

Why Modi is talking about this teenager

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

This 14-year-old schoolboy's invention can save lives.

Twitter takes first step toward going public

Twitter takes first step toward going public

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

Twitter has filed for an initial public offering with US regulators.

The NASA hand in India's Mars mission

The NASA hand in India's Mars mission

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

NASA's Deep Space Networks will help India to track the Mars orbiter's journey, and will also help to track it when it will go around Mars, reports Ritu Jha from California.

Best cities in India to start a business; Delhi, Patna top

Best cities in India to start a business; Delhi, Patna top

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

India's Silicon Valley Bangalore turns out to be the worst place to start a business in India, according to World Bank survey.

'This trip will showcase the contributions Indians make to US tech'

'This trip will showcase the contributions Indians make to US tech'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2015

'What has cemented the renewed bilateral commitment is the maturity of the relationship. This has been reflected at the highest levels, with you and President Obama driving the relationship, and at the citizen-to-citizen level.'

Recipes: Strawberry Desserts

Recipes: Strawberry Desserts

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

You won't be able to resist these delicious strawberry desserts by food blogger Taruna Bakshi.

'Saif's quite good at playing hapless characters'

'Saif's quite good at playing hapless characters'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2004

'I wouldn't want Hrithik Roshan, his muscles are too big. Aamir Khan would make the part too serious. And \n\ncertainly not Aishwarya Rai.' Novelist Hari Kunzru on Bollywood and his latest book.

Indian-Americans gear up to welcome PM Modi

Indian-Americans gear up to welcome PM Modi

Rediff.com23 Jun 2017

The community is planning to welcome Modi at every possible location where he could be available during his three-day stay.

What is the dog in the HMV logo called?

What is the dog in the HMV logo called?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2004

Take the Rediff Business Quiz and find out how much you know about the world of business.

'Mahatma Gandhi was spiritual leader of non-violence in US'

'Mahatma Gandhi was spiritual leader of non-violence in US'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

Pelosi also praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's communication skills at the event.

Coronavirus crisis could stretch up to August, warns Trump

Coronavirus crisis could stretch up to August, warns Trump

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

At least 85 people have died of coronavirus with the confirmed cases crossing 4,500 in the US.

'Nadella's rise shows how far the industry and America have come'

'Nadella's rise shows how far the industry and America have come'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2014

'That an Indian can lead the world's top software company is an important milestone for Indian Americans and for America. But the larger message is for India itself: Imagine what Indians can achieve at home if they put their differences aside and start helping one another,' says Vivek Wadhwa.

Mysterious India-born investor gains big from Twitter IPO

Mysterious India-born investor gains big from Twitter IPO

Rediff.com10 Nov 2013

Suhail Rizvi, an enigmatic India-born investor, has emerged as one of the biggest gainers from Twitter's high-profile public debut.

Nikesh Arora's tweet on Pichai: Now I feel cheated

Nikesh Arora's tweet on Pichai: Now I feel cheated

Rediff.com12 Aug 2015

In an earlier tweet Arora who recently left Google to join SoftBank Corp and is now its President said, "Brilliant guy, clear thinker, gets things done and a wonderful person at that.

Invest in India and Make in Maharashtra: Fadnavis

Invest in India and Make in Maharashtra: Fadnavis

Rediff.com2 Jul 2015

'People are more interested in India now than ever before.'