News for 'Smart Cities'

How roads are turning smart with IoT, AI, telematics

How roads are turning smart with IoT, AI, telematics

Rediff.com25 May 2021

Roads are becoming smarter even if the people driving on it are not. A set of smart technologies is making construction, maintenance, and traffic management much more efficient.

India's GDP growth seen at 6.5% in FY25, FY26: EY report

India's GDP growth seen at 6.5% in FY25, FY26: EY report

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

India's economy is likely to grow by 6.5 per cent in the current and the next financial year, an EY report said, attributing lower than anticipated expansion in the September quarter to fall in private consumption expenditure and gross fixed capital formation. Real GDP growth eased to a seven-quarter low of 5.4 per cent in July-September -- the second quarter of the current 2024-25 fiscal year.

Sobha Hi-tech City to come up in Kochi

Sobha Hi-tech City to come up in Kochi

Rediff.com22 Aug 2007

To invest Rs 5000 cr in the project.

Infy founder's son to launch E2W at Bharat Mobility

Infy founder's son to launch E2W at Bharat Mobility

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Numeros Motors is also planning to come up with a passenger vehicle four-wheeler or a three-wheeler by 2027.

The Actor Who Takes Your Breath Away In Paatal Lok 2

The Actor Who Takes Your Breath Away In Paatal Lok 2

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

'Life does not change in such a way that everything becomes easy. Struggle and hustle is there for everyone. 'The difference is that people have started knowing me.'

'Governance of cities has become horrendous'

'Governance of cities has become horrendous'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2014

'Disparity is not only in Mumbai; you see it in every city. The other day, I saw right next to the mansion of Mukesh Ambani worth Rs 5,000 crore for one family, thousands of people sleeping on the pavement. This is the urban India you have created!'

Gift City, a model to emulate by other states: Jaitley

Gift City, a model to emulate by other states: Jaitley

Rediff.com13 Apr 2015

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Monday said state governments should emulate the concept of 'Gujarat International Finance Tec-City'

Preity Zinta's Top 10 Films

Preity Zinta's Top 10 Films

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

As much Preity would like to be relieved of everyone's ebullient expectations of her, truth is few have fizzed up the silver screen like she has.

'I Was Thinking Of Quitting Acting'

'I Was Thinking Of Quitting Acting'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

'I hadn't worked for three-and-a-half years.' 'I felt industry was based on who you knew.' 'I didn't belong to a network.'

How AI Will Revolutionise Workplaces

How AI Will Revolutionise Workplaces

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

'Even for operational buildings, we are looking to smarten them in various ways.'

'BJP Never Takes Any Election Lightly'

'BJP Never Takes Any Election Lightly'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

'They contest to ensure they win the election.'

'I'm in Love With My Son's Best Friend'

'I'm in Love With My Son's Best Friend'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Be very cautious about relationships that come from a place of need, warns rediffGURU Anu Krishna. When the need is filled, the relationship invariably breaks.

Focus On 26 EV Launches, Charging Infra At Auto Expo

Focus On 26 EV Launches, Charging Infra At Auto Expo

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

With nearly 100 launches and unveils, the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, held in Delhi from January 17 to 22, made one thing clear to automobile enthusiasts: Electric vehicles (EVs) are the way ahead for the Indian auto market for years to come.

MP CM washes feet of tribal man who was peed on

MP CM washes feet of tribal man who was peed on

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

Chouhan said he was saddened by the incident, as he washed the feet of the man, Dashmat Rawat, while sitting on the floor at the CM's residence in Bhopal.

Sambhal MP fined Rs 1.91 crore for 'power theft', supply cut

Sambhal MP fined Rs 1.91 crore for 'power theft', supply cut

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Electricity Department has imposed a fine of Rs 1.91 crore on Lok Sabha MP from Sambhal Zia Ur Rehman and also disconnected the electricity supply to his residence for alleged power theft at his residence, an official said on Friday.

'B' in BJP stands for...: Kharge, Cong CMs slam Modi

'B' in BJP stands for...: Kharge, Cong CMs slam Modi

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Kharge's remarks came after Modi on Friday said the Congress stands "badly exposed" in front of people for promising to them what the party knows it will never be able to deliver.

ISL: Punjab shock Bengaluru in 5-goal thriller

ISL: Punjab shock Bengaluru in 5-goal thriller

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Punjab FC ended their seven-game winless streak in the Indian Super League (ISL) with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Bengaluru FC.

Want to work with the government of India?

Want to work with the government of India?

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

The ministry will engage 30 young graduates, postgraduates and PhD-holders in the fields of urban planning, urban design, engineering, information and technology, urban mobility, finance, social sector, and environmental issues.

'It Was Always About The Bride'

'It Was Always About The Bride'

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

'Her story, her life, her aspirations and struggles...' 'Indian weddings are not just about fuschia, pink and dancing. They have many nuances.'

'Indian cities generate some of the most lethal forms of unsanitary living'

'Indian cities generate some of the most lethal forms of unsanitary living'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2022

'Mumbai's corroding infrastructure, Delhi's pollution, Bangalore's rain water drainage, Kolkata's electricity -- these are all real and serious life threatening situations.'

ISL: Hyderabad salvage draw; BFC crush Chennaiyin

ISL: Hyderabad salvage draw; BFC crush Chennaiyin

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

Hyderabad FC score in dying minutes to salvage 1-1 draw against EBFC

7 next-gen cities planned between Delhi, Mumbai

7 next-gen cities planned between Delhi, Mumbai

Rediff.com20 May 2011

India is finally set to give shape to its futuristic smart cities - world-class, self-sustainable habitats with minimal pollution levels, maximum recycling, optimised energy supplies and efficient public transportation.

PIX: Liverpool thrash West Ham to go eight points clear

PIX: Liverpool thrash West Ham to go eight points clear

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Images from Sunday's action in the Premier League.

'My Uncle Is Flirting With Me. Pls Help'

'My Uncle Is Flirting With Me. Pls Help'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

rediffGURU Anu Krishna offers advice on how to deal with complicated situations in a relationship.

Hi-tech city in Bangalore soon

Hi-tech city in Bangalore soon

Rediff.com1 Nov 2004

A hi-tech city worth Rs 390 crore (Rs 3.9 billion) would be built in Bangalore for information technology and biotechnology companies by the Bangalore Development Authority, chief minister N Dharam Singh said on Monday.

Kochi: Building up to a smarter city

Kochi: Building up to a smarter city

Rediff.com30 Jun 2007

The Smart City project near Kochi is finally on track and, if all goes well, it should change the face of Kerala.

Best Business Ideas Under Rs 1 Crore

Best Business Ideas Under Rs 1 Crore

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

India's e-commerce market alone is projected to reach $200 billion by 2026, making it a prime industry for ambitious entrepreneurs, explains rediffGURU Harsh Bharwani.

EPL PIX: Chelsea stage comeback win; Arsenal drop points in title chase

EPL PIX: Chelsea stage comeback win; Arsenal drop points in title chase

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Arsenal were held to a 1-1 Premier League draw by London rivals Fulham on a grey wet Sunday at Craven Cottage as Raul Jimenez scored early for the hosts and William Saliba equalised for the visitors at the start of the second half.

300 'smart' villages to be developed in Gujarat

300 'smart' villages to be developed in Gujarat

Rediff.com1 May 2016

Gujarat govt will set up a Tribal university in the Narmada district, over 100 smart Ashram shalas, 10 new hostels for tribal girl students

'AI Might Enslave Or Annihilate Us'

'AI Might Enslave Or Annihilate Us'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

'It is the first technology in history which is not just a tool, it is an agent.' Yuval Noah Harari on the dangers on AI.

Class 9 student's smart shoe for the visually impaired

Class 9 student's smart shoe for the visually impaired

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

Every week, we bring you fascinating videos, chosen by you, through your likes.

'Want To Take Everybody's Ideas To Space'

'Want To Take Everybody's Ideas To Space'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

'To access our satellite, you don't need any IQ test, you don't need to write an examination.' 'You can be a Class 1 student, an engineering student, a 60-year-old person, anybody can access our satellite.'

8 small cities that offer attractive investment opportunities

8 small cities that offer attractive investment opportunities

Rediff.com18 Jul 2016

Place your bets only on cities where you can easily monitor and where there's visible growth.

Smart thermometer by desi's company helps US fight Covid

Smart thermometer by desi's company helps US fight Covid

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

As the pandemic enveloped various parts of the US, Kinsa's app alerted its team and wherever possible, the company made the data public. Between March 1 and November 1, 2020, the company captured close to 15 million fever readings and 1.7 million symptom inputs on its app. Several researchers and The New York Times downloaded the company's data, which showed that it was in general three weeks ahead of the surge.

Jio-BP partners with BluSmart to set up EV charging infrastructure

Jio-BP partners with BluSmart to set up EV charging infrastructure

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Jio-BP, the fuels and mobility joint venture between Reliance Industries and UK's BP, on Thursday announced a partnership with BluSmart - India's first and largest all-electric ride-hailing platform - to set up a network of commercial large-scale EV charging stations. As part of the partnership, Jio-BP will set up these stations for passenger electric vehicles and fleets across the country, the company said in a statement. "Through this partnership, both companies will collaborate in planning, development and operation of EV charging infrastructure, at suitable locations across cities where BluSmart operates," it said.

Why didn't chowkidar...: Kharge on Modi's Adani-Ambani charge

Why didn't chowkidar...: Kharge on Modi's Adani-Ambani charge

Rediff.com12 May 2024

Alleging that the BJP would end democracy if it was not voted out, Kharge said it was because of this democracy that a tea-seller's son could become the prime minister of India and he, the son of a labourer, could become the president of the opposition Congress.

Channi's reference to Amritpal triggers row in LS

Channi's reference to Amritpal triggers row in LS

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

The Lok Sabha was adjourned twice in the post-lunch period on Thursday as a war of words broke out between the treasury and opposition benches, triggered by Congress MP Charanjit Singh Channi's spat with the Bharatiya Janata Party's Ravneet Singh Bittu.

Is This Right Time To Buy A Home?

Is This Right Time To Buy A Home?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

For those looking for more affordable options, purchasing an under-construction property could be a smart move, as these generally cost less than ready-to-move-in properties.

Beyond IIT-JEE: Important Engineering Entrance Exams

Beyond IIT-JEE: Important Engineering Entrance Exams

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Considering the competition, engineering aspirants should ideally consider taking a minimum of five to seven entrance exams to maximise their chances of success and broaden their options when it comes to college, says rediffGURU Nayagam PP.

EPL PIX: Manchester United sink to new low; Chelsea lose

EPL PIX: Manchester United sink to new low; Chelsea lose

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

Manchester United languish 14th in the standings on 19 points, their worst placing to end a calendar year since they were 15th in 1989.