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'Janhvi was sitting on the footpath, reading the script'

'Janhvi was sitting on the footpath, reading the script'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

'I was very scared as I was a first-time director. 'Janhvi is a star and a star kid. But the moment she asked me if she was capable of playing the role, we became equals.'

Despite regulatory uncertainties, investors betting big on Web3 startups

Despite regulatory uncertainties, investors betting big on Web3 startups

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

If you are a budding developer and interested in Web3, chances are that you will be headed to one of India's largest-ever meetings of Web3 developers, being held by Polygon, a Web3 platform. The company's ongoing "Web3: Made in India Tour" is expected to see close to 4,000 developers coming together at the inaugural Polygon Connect event in Bengaluru on December 1. The event highlights the growing dominance of Web3 developers from India, as well as the sector's rising interest to investors, who continue to invest in startups despite a funds crunch.

Why You Should Invest In Real Estate

Why You Should Invest In Real Estate

Rediff.com26 May 2022

When you are in your 20s and early 30s, you have the biggest asset to your credit -- time. By starting to invest during the early stages of your career, you get a lot of time to research, learn, and achieve, advises Ayan Nagpal.

Shorts: Nuggets seal playoff bid as Nikola Jokic makes history

Shorts: Nuggets seal playoff bid as Nikola Jokic makes history

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

Tennis: Felix Auger-Aliassime toppled in Morocco

Davis Cup: Prajnesh, Ramkumar lose; India trail Finland

Davis Cup: Prajnesh, Ramkumar lose; India trail Finland

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

Prajnesh Gunneswaran lost to a lower-ranked Otto Virtanen, while Ramkumar Ramanathan was beaten by Emil Ruusuvuori, leaving India trailing Finland 0-2 in the Davis World Group I, in Espoo, on Friday.

Most Indians not financially ready for old age. Be the smart minority

Most Indians not financially ready for old age. Be the smart minority

Rediff.com27 Aug 2017

As households age, they pile up debt, a peculiarity unique to Indians, a Financial Stability and Development Council report has found. Here are the key takeaways.

With 6 games left ahead of T20 World Cup, Rohit wants players to exit comfort zone

With 6 games left ahead of T20 World Cup, Rohit wants players to exit comfort zone

Rediff.com18 Sep 2022

Virat Kohli went out of his comfort zone during the Asia Cup and played a rare sweep shot and Rohit wants even the bowlers to push their limits.

PHOTOS: Iyer, Kishan guide India to series-levelling win

PHOTOS: Iyer, Kishan guide India to series-levelling win

Rediff.com9 Oct 2022

IMAGES from the 2nd ODI played between India and South Africa in Ranchi on Sunday.

A smart way to cut pollution and save money too!

A smart way to cut pollution and save money too!

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

Sharing a ride is likely to become a hot new trend.

'No Kejriwal impact on national scene'

'No Kejriwal impact on national scene'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

'In Punjab, disappointment among the people about the AAP government has already set in.'

Jio Fiber to be launched on September 5. Here are the details

Jio Fiber to be launched on September 5. Here are the details

Rediff.com12 Aug 2019

Declaring that the plans will come at less than one-tenth of global rates, Ambani said Jio Fiber plans will be priced between Rs 700 to Rs 10,000 per month "to suit every budget".

Kangana, Urmila locked in war of words, again

Kangana, Urmila locked in war of words, again

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

Actor-politician Urmila Matondkar on Sunday said she has bought a new office with her 'hard-earned money' after Kangana Ranaut took a dig at the purchase, linking it with her joining Shiv Sena.

Researchers use WiFi to count people

Researchers use WiFi to count people

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

The findings have potential for many diverse applications.

What Adani is doing to prevent Mumbai's power outage

What Adani is doing to prevent Mumbai's power outage

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

'We are working in association with the state government and other transmission companies to make sure that the city never experiences blackouts'

Have you seen Huawei's COOL new gadgets?

Have you seen Huawei's COOL new gadgets?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2019

Huawei not only unveiled its Huawei Mate 30 series phones in Munic, Germany 19th September 2019 but also launched the Watch GT 2, FreeBuds 3 and Huawei Vision.

What is Sonam celebrating?

What is Sonam celebrating?

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

Karisma chills... Mandira shoots...

PICS: England, Italy in drab draw; Wales hold Belgium

PICS: England, Italy in drab draw; Wales hold Belgium

Rediff.com12 Jun 2022

A round-up of Saturday's action in the Nations League.

As iPhone powers Apple's record revenue, India logs in

As iPhone powers Apple's record revenue, India logs in

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

According to research firm Counterpoint, Apple was one of the fastest-growing brands in India during the December quarter. This was driven by multiple price cuts on its XR device, thanks to local manufacturing in India, it had said. It added that the rollout of new iPhones (11 series), aggressive pricing and a good channel strategy was helping Apple gain market share in India.

EPL PIX: Arsenal stay top as Tottenham self-implode; Chelsea win

EPL PIX: Arsenal stay top as Tottenham self-implode; Chelsea win

Rediff.com2 Oct 2022

IMAGES from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday.

PIX: Taylor's final Test act seals New Zealand victory

PIX: Taylor's final Test act seals New Zealand victory

Rediff.com11 Jan 2022

Ross Taylor claimed the last Bangladesh wicket in his final act in Test cricket to seal New Zealand's series-levelling victory by an innings and 117 runs in the second and final match in Christchurch on Tuesday.

Darlings Review

Darlings Review

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

Darlings is a well-rounded effort by Jasmeet K Reen, supported by bold ideas and clever imagery, raves Sukanya Verma.

Google announces new privacy settings, AI tools

Google announces new privacy settings, AI tools

Rediff.com19 May 2021

Google has announced a slew of new features including new privacy settings, AI tools and release of the first beta of Android 12 that will become part of its products over the course of the year. Kicking off Google I/O 2021 in a virtual format from the Mountain View campus, Google CEO Sundar Pichai also announced additions to Google Workspace that will enable richer collaboration, especially in view of the pandemic that has driven enterprises across the globe to embrace remote working solutions. Pichai said that COVID-19 has deeply affected every community over the past year, and "places like Brazil, and my home country of India, are now going through their most difficult moments yet".

Housing prices may rise 5% during 2022

Housing prices may rise 5% during 2022

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

Housing prices may rise 5 per cent next year on improved demand, according to Knight Frank India. In its '2022 Outlook Report', the property consultant said: "While 2021 was mostly impacted by the volatility due to the pandemic, 2022 may prove to be a more stable year for the sector both for commercial as well as the residential sector." On the housing segment, the report said that sales momentum is expected to continue in 2022 as prospective homebuyers' preferences for bigger homes, better amenities, and attractive pricing will keep them interested to seal the deals.

Minnal Murali Review

Minnal Murali Review

Rediff.com27 Dec 2021

It's not every day that you see a superhero in a lungi running over cars, bashing the bad guy and saving village folk, observes Divya Nair.

UP poll: How parties are preparing for virtual campaigning

UP poll: How parties are preparing for virtual campaigning

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

While the Bharatiya Janata Party already has a good presence on social media platforms, the Samajwadi Party and others are putting in efforts to strengthen their digital army and chalking out strategies to boost their support base.

Sensex pares losses; finally ends down 581 pts on weak global cue

Sensex pares losses; finally ends down 581 pts on weak global cue

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

HCL Tech was the top loser in the Sensex pack, skidding over 4 per cent, followed by Tech Mahindra Dr Reddy's, Wipro, TCS, Titan and Infosys. NSE Nifty plunged 167.80 points to 17,110.15.

How Airtel plans to take on Reliance JioFiber

How Airtel plans to take on Reliance JioFiber

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

Airtel Xstream will allow its subscribers to access live TV, video, music, news and sports on an over-the-top smart stick, interned-enabled set top box, and handheld devices.

How a technical weakness became Harshal's strength

How a technical weakness became Harshal's strength

Rediff.com20 Nov 2021

'I was driven constantly to get better and actualise that potential. I never at any moment felt that the dream (of playing for India) sort of running away from me.'

Record-breaking Gaikwad guides Maha into Hazare semis

Record-breaking Gaikwad guides Maha into Hazare semis

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

Ruturaj Gaikwad blazed his way into the record books, smashing seven sixes in a 43-run over as Maharashtra outplayed Uttar Pradesh

10 Golden Rules for Office Communication

10 Golden Rules for Office Communication

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

Avoid addressing your client, senior or employer with 'Hey'. It is considered inappropriate and disrespectful.

'The result is not in my control but I can control the process'

'The result is not in my control but I can control the process'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

Afghanistan spinner Rashid Khan, who will turn out for Gujarat Titans this season, says he is never bothered by conditions.

PIX: COVID-hit Liverpool beat Newcastle; Chelsea held

PIX: COVID-hit Liverpool beat Newcastle; Chelsea held

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold scored with a spectacular strike as they overcame the loss of three players to suspected positive COVID-19 tests and conceding an early goal to beat Newcastle United 3-1 in the Premier League on Thursday.

AFC Champions League: FC Goa suffer first loss, go down to Iranian club

AFC Champions League: FC Goa suffer first loss, go down to Iranian club

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

The second half saw Persepolis create a number of chances yet again, but were thwarted on each occasion thanks to some excellent rear-guard action from the FC Goa defence.

5 smart ways to keep your RISING EMIs in check

5 smart ways to keep your RISING EMIs in check

Rediff.com26 May 2011

Despite rising borrowing costs and home loan EMIs, borrowers have some good options to keep their rising EMIs in check.

How NIA got Jack, John, Alpha, Golf to bring down Yasin Malik

How NIA got Jack, John, Alpha, Golf to bring down Yasin Malik

Rediff.com26 May 2022

'Jack', 'John' and 'Alpha' were among the National Investigation Agency's protected witnesses who helped nail banned Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front chief Yasin Malik.

'Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray is raging for a fight'

'Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray is raging for a fight'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

'The impression that Uddhav saheb is naram (soft or not-so-aggressive), anukool (congenial), manmilau (amiable) is true.' 'But he is Balasaheb's son. So, aggression comes naturally to him.'

Mukesh Ambani bats for data privacy, cryptocurrency bills

Mukesh Ambani bats for data privacy, cryptocurrency bills

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani on Friday backed the proposed data privacy and cryptocurrency bills, saying India is putting in place the most forward-looking policies and regulations. Ambani, who has been a votary of Indians owning and controlling their own data and the nation drafting strict rules around how digital information is stored and shared, said nations have the right to build and protect strategic digital infrastructure. Stating that data is the 'new oil', he said every citizen's right to privacy has to be safeguarded. "India is putting in place the most forward-looking policies and regulations," he said at the Infinity Forum, hosted by International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA).

How Covid has triggered wave of innovations in India

How Covid has triggered wave of innovations in India

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

Some of these items of consumption include ultraviolet disinfectants and sanitising boxes, free-finger touch devices, do-it-yourself grooming kits, self-cleaning water bottles, smart tiffin boxes, hand-sanitizer wearables, antiviral fabrics, tiles, flooring and mattresses, and anti-fogging glasses.

Jio designed to help India lead fourth industrial revolution: Mukesh Ambani

Jio designed to help India lead fourth industrial revolution: Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

Having missed most of the first three industrial revolutions, India has its chance to lead the fourth industrial revolution through a convergence of its IT prowess, ultra-high-speed internet connectivity and affordable smart devices, billionaire Mukesh Ambani said on Thursday. The richest Indian, who heads the nation's most valuable company Reliance Industries, said his group's telecom and digital unit Jio was conceived to provide the key ingredients needed to lead the fourth industrial revolution.

Who 'Trapped' Raj Thackeray?

Who 'Trapped' Raj Thackeray?

Rediff.com25 May 2022

'Getting Brijbhushan to rake up Thackeray's anti-north Indian stand is the BJP's way of cutting Raj Thackeray to size.' 'Could just one MP have stopped Raj Thackeray's Ayodhya tour?'