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How are you celebrating India's 69th Independence Day?

How are you celebrating India's 69th Independence Day?

Rediff.com15 Aug 2015

Share your Independence Day photographs with us on ZaraBol

Microsoft's LinkedIn buy panned on social and trading sites

Microsoft's LinkedIn buy panned on social and trading sites

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

Microsoft has had a rough track record in making big acquisitions pay off.

Will Orkut founder's Hello replace Facebook in India?

Will Orkut founder's Hello replace Facebook in India?

Rediff.com3 May 2018

With one million users in Brazil, and 35,000 here in India within three weeks -- are we going to witness an encore from Orkut Bykkkten?

Facebook exploring 'sympathise' button

Facebook exploring 'sympathise' button

Rediff.com9 Dec 2013

Many people come across a sad status update from a friend while browsing the popular social networking site -- that they have been fired; they have had a death in the family; some unfortunate event or may be just a bad day.

In Grief, They Mourn Their Dead

In Grief, They Mourn Their Dead

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

Mourners pray next to bodies of Palestinians killed in Israeli air strikes during their funeral.

IIT Madras raises Rs 231 cr in funding from alumni, firms, donors in FY23

IIT Madras raises Rs 231 cr in funding from alumni, firms, donors in FY23

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) said on Monday that it had raised the highest-ever corpus of annual funds for the institution, garnering Rs 231 crore from alumni, industry and individual donors for 2022-23 (FY23). Its funding increased 76 per cent year-on-year (YoY) compared to Rs 131 crore in FY22, according to data shared by the institute. The number of donors contributing more than Rs 1 crore increased 64 per cent YoY.

3 smart tips to build your online presence

3 smart tips to build your online presence

Rediff.com13 Dec 2014

The right combination of social media profiles and activity can help you gain a clear advantage over other potential candidates and reach out to prospective employers.

Facebook's popularity continues to grow in india

Facebook's popularity continues to grow in india

Rediff.com13 Aug 2013

The California-based social networking giant had 78 million users in India in the January-March period.

86% Indians want voting to be made compulsory: Survey

86% Indians want voting to be made compulsory: Survey

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

The pan-India survey, conducted with a sample size of over four lakh people by location-based social network platform Public App, also found that over 80 per cent of respondents trust the current voting process in the country.

Facebook says 50 million users affected by fresh security breach

Facebook says 50 million users affected by fresh security breach

Rediff.com29 Sep 2018

The company says hackers exploited the "view as" feature on the service.

Why Everyone Knows Urofi, Ankur Warikoo, Physics Wallah...

Why Everyone Knows Urofi, Ankur Warikoo, Physics Wallah...

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Meet the youngsters who rule India's social media.

'VinFast has committed $500 million to Tamil Nadu'

'VinFast has committed $500 million to Tamil Nadu'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

'Our objective is to reach a localisation rate of 50% in the span of five years.'

B-Schools Struggle With Placements

B-Schools Struggle With Placements

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

'There is a behavioural shift and conservativeness with companies cutting down on manpower and rationalising the number of people.'

No dispute with neighbours, but shared future with BRI, says China

No dispute with neighbours, but shared future with BRI, says China

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

Lou also spoke about China's tensions with neighbouring countries without directly mentioning the eastern Ladakh border standoff with India since May 2020 which resulted in the Galwan Valley clash in June of that year.

Can this Indian team kill the Blue Whale Challenge?

Can this Indian team kill the Blue Whale Challenge?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

The project aims to use the same technology that was killing lives to save lives.

Despite its high internet user base, India has just 6% of global cybersecurity jobs

Despite its high internet user base, India has just 6% of global cybersecurity jobs

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

Even as cyber threats continue to rise in India - the second-largest global active internet user base - the country is currently facing a big skill gap in the cybersecurity domain and represents just six per cent of global cybersecurity jobs, finds a report. As of May 2023, the industry had about 40,000 open opportunities, indicating the growing demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals. However, the demand-supply gap stood at 30 per cent, projecting a major skill challenge in the industry, finds the study by tech staffing firm TeamLease.

Video of Kashmir minister forcing old man to vote for her goes viral

Video of Kashmir minister forcing old man to vote for her goes viral

Rediff.com30 Mar 2014

Jammu and Kashmir's Social Welfare Minister Sakina Itoo, the only woman minister in the Omar Abdullah Cabinet, along with her party workers, is apparently seen asking the old man to support her during the elections.

Bappa Morya! Share YOUR favourite Ganesha photos

Bappa Morya! Share YOUR favourite Ganesha photos

Rediff.com17 Sep 2015

Our favourite deity is back. It's going to be 10 fun-filled days of puja, prayers, prasad and more.

How Modi-Shah Defeated The Stone-Pelters In Kashmir

How Modi-Shah Defeated The Stone-Pelters In Kashmir

Rediff.com10 May 2024

'An entire operation was running systematically prior to the revoking of Article 370.'

Reinventing Capitalism For The Digital Age

Reinventing Capitalism For The Digital Age

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

US Congressman Ro Khanna's message is that instead of depending on the 'hidden hand' of capitalism -- that is to say, the power of markets -- it is time for policymakers to play a more active role in making sure that a wide range of towns become locations for digital economy enterprises and jobs, points out Ajit Balakrishnan.

Net neutrality: India against Facebook's free Internet

Net neutrality: India against Facebook's free Internet

Rediff.com3 Jan 2016

Programmes offers pared-down web services on mobile phones along with Facebook' s own social network and messaging services cost free

Preity Zinta's FITNESS tips

Preity Zinta's FITNESS tips

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

Preity Zinta recently opened up about her fitness secrets and addressed different health issues with her fans on Twitter.

10 Job Skills That Will Rule 2024

10 Job Skills That Will Rule 2024

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Cultivate a thirst for knowledge, explore online courses, attend workshops and network with peers. Embrace opportunities to learn new skills and stay updated about industry trends to remain relevant and future-proof your career, advises Manu Saigal, director-general, staffing, Adecco India.

BJP releases manifesto for LS polls: No NRC in 'Modi ki guarantee'

BJP releases manifesto for LS polls: No NRC in 'Modi ki guarantee'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a pitch for electing a strong and stable government in an uncertain world beset by geopolitical tensions as the Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday released its manifesto, prioritising development and welfare while shunning populist measures and contentious issues like the National Register of Citizens (NRC).

Don't know what direction Twitter will go in: CEO Parag Agrawal

Don't know what direction Twitter will go in: CEO Parag Agrawal

Rediff.com26 Apr 2022

Twitter's India-born CEO Parag Agrawal has told worried employees that he doesn't know "what direction this company will go in" once the whopping $44 billion deal, which will take the social media giant private, closes with new owner billionaire Elon Musk.

Restrain WhatsApp from implementing new privacy policy: Govt to HC

Restrain WhatsApp from implementing new privacy policy: Govt to HC

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

The affidavit further said that the IT Rules impose a host of obligations on a company in relation to the security of the data collected by it in the course of its business.

'Cyber criminals to try more targetted attacks in 2014'

'Cyber criminals to try more targetted attacks in 2014'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2013

The security firm predicted cybercriminals will focus their attacks more on data stored in the cloud versus data stored on the network.

Does A Woman's Career End At 40?

Does A Woman's Career End At 40?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

RediffGURUS Ashwini Dasgupta, Anu Krishna, Dr Karthiyayini Mahadevan and Jinal Mehta answer queries from Rediff readers.

Biden urged to delay recognition of new Pak govt over rigging concerns

Biden urged to delay recognition of new Pak govt over rigging concerns

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

The lawmakers expressed concerns about "pre- and post-poll rigging in Pakistan's recent parliamentary elections" and urged the US Congress to "withhold recognition of a new government in Pakistan until a thorough, transparent, and credible investigation of election interference has been conducted".

Don't post 'unverified' facts on social media: Govt

Don't post 'unverified' facts on social media: Govt

Rediff.com23 Aug 2012

The government on Thursday issued guidelines for its departments using social media networks asking them not to post confidential information and "unverified" facts.

Facebook to be world's biggest virtual graveyard by 2098?

Facebook to be world's biggest virtual graveyard by 2098?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2016

The account of a dead person can be deleted only if someone with the password logs in and closes it down.

This British woman wants to behead US, UK prisoners for ISIS

This British woman wants to behead US, UK prisoners for ISIS

Rediff.com22 Aug 2014

On Thursday while the whole world was condemning the brutal murder of American journalist James Foley by Islamic State militants, one particular person on social networking website Twitter was smugly rejoicing.

Facebook spends a fortune to recover younger users

Facebook spends a fortune to recover younger users

Rediff.com24 Feb 2014

For some time, the behemoth social networking website Facebook has been plagued by reports that it is losing its edge with younger users.

Ex-Google employee quizzed for trying to join ISIS

Ex-Google employee quizzed for trying to join ISIS

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

A 30-year-old former Google employee, who was allegedly planning to join the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria ranks in Iraq, was detained by Hyderabad Police.

PHOTOS: Dhoni's love for dogs continues as he adopts another pup

PHOTOS: Dhoni's love for dogs continues as he adopts another pup

Rediff.com2 Aug 2013

India cricket team captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni is a self proclaimed 'absolute pet-lover'.

How to use social media to find your next job

How to use social media to find your next job

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

With polished skills, focused approach, and planned social media strategies, you can actually make a smooth landing to your next potential career.

India slips in Global Networked Readiness Index

India slips in Global Networked Readiness Index

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

At 89th, India is the lowest-ranked among the BRICS.

Wedding.con Review: Eye-Opener!

Wedding.con Review: Eye-Opener!

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

Wedding.con is a watchable show, if only to caution people about the latest scams, notes Deepa Gahlot.

India attracts US CEOs: Now, Mark Zuckerberg to visit India

India attracts US CEOs: Now, Mark Zuckerberg to visit India

Rediff.com1 Oct 2014

After Sheryl Sandberg, it's now the turn of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg to visit India, the second biggest market for the social networking giant, later this month.

It's an honour that I'm no. 1, Modi no. 2 on Facebook: Trump

It's an honour that I'm no. 1, Modi no. 2 on Facebook: Trump

Rediff.com15 Feb 2020

Taking to Twitter, he claimed to be the number one on Facebook, citing a remark of Mark Zuckerberg, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of the social media company. This is not the first time that the US President has claimed to be the number one and Prime Minister Modi number two on their popularity on Facebook.