News for 'Twitter and Facebook'

Twitter twists to Bollywood's tunes

Twitter twists to Bollywood's tunes

Rediff.com7 Dec 2015

Amitabh Bachchan is the most popular movie star on the platform.

Sports Shorts: Facebook to livestream UEFA Champions League

Sports Shorts: Facebook to livestream UEFA Champions League

Rediff.com28 Jun 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Wednesday

Takeover talk just a rumour, says Twitter CEO

Takeover talk just a rumour, says Twitter CEO

Rediff.com15 Feb 2011

Twitter chief executive officer Dick Costolo has dismissed as rumour reports that Google and Facebook were in talks of acquiring the micro-blogging site for $10 billion.

New Facebook feature will recognise, share users' music, TV shows

New Facebook feature will recognise, share users' music, TV shows

Rediff.com22 May 2014

Facebook, which announced the move in a post on its official blog on Wednesday, is working with streaming music services Spotify, Rdio and Deezer to offer the music previews.

15 countries that have most Twitter users

15 countries that have most Twitter users

Rediff.com9 Oct 2013

With the company preparing to go public, let's take a look at some of its biggest markets.

'Saeed's Twitter account closed to oblige India'

'Saeed's Twitter account closed to oblige India'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

Protesting the closure of its chief Hafiz Saeed's official Twitter account, the Jamaat-ud-Dawah has alleged that the micro-blogging website took the step to oblige India.

Social media firms deploy 15K people to check content

Social media firms deploy 15K people to check content

Rediff.com17 Dec 2019

In platforms, such as Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, Helo, and ShareChat, mediators have been asked to put in more hours to ensure that no communal or fake news spread.

Facebook scandal: Machines shape your opinions

Facebook scandal: Machines shape your opinions

Rediff.com9 Apr 2018

'Political parties can play up different ideological aspects to fit individual voters.' 'For example, a party may present itself as business-friendly to one individual while it could target another voter by harping on communal fears.'

Govt mulls using FB, Twitter to know public views on decision

Govt mulls using FB, Twitter to know public views on decision

Rediff.com23 Sep 2011

With social networking sites Facebook and Twitter getting popular among masses, the Centre is creating a framework for "Citizen Engagement" to use social media for eliciting public views, an official said on Friday.

Bengaluru executive operated Islamic State's top Twitter account

Bengaluru executive operated Islamic State's top Twitter account

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

An executive living in Bengaluru has been identified has one of the biggest online recruiters of the terror group Islamic State, according the Britain's Channel 4 News.

Facebook revenue smashes expectations as mobile ad sales surge

Facebook revenue smashes expectations as mobile ad sales surge

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

The company plans to create a new class of non-voting shares.

100 mn users and counting, but Facebook's India fortunes dip

100 mn users and counting, but Facebook's India fortunes dip

Rediff.com8 Nov 2014

For Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, who visited the country for the first time in October, India might be one of his "priority markets".

ICICI Bank account holders can use Twitter to transfer funds

ICICI Bank account holders can use Twitter to transfer funds

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

Private sector lender ICICI Bank on Monday launched a facility which allows account-holders to transfer funds through Twitter.

Facebook cracking down on fake 'likes' in poll season

Facebook cracking down on fake 'likes' in poll season

Rediff.com31 Mar 2014

With politicians boosting their social media presence in the poll season using fake online followers, Facebook has started cracking down on fraudulent accounts showing suspicious high number of 'likes'.

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.

Manipur video: FIR over posts alleging RSS' involvement

Manipur video: FIR over posts alleging RSS' involvement

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

The picture was posted by some people on social media platforms, including Twitter and Facebook.

Facebook COO's first India visit to focus on SMEs, developers

Facebook COO's first India visit to focus on SMEs, developers

Rediff.com8 Jun 2014

Sandberg is also expected to meet developers at the company's headquarters in Hyderabad.

Twitter clarifies rules on banned content, abusive behaviour

Twitter clarifies rules on banned content, abusive behaviour

Rediff.com30 Dec 2015

The new rules do not mention Islamic State or any other group by name

Twitter faces crisis, top executives to leave company

Twitter faces crisis, top executives to leave company

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

Four senior Twitter executives are leaving the media company, CEO Jack Dorsey tweeted late on Sunday night, the biggest leadership changes since Dorsey returned as chief executive as he struggles to revive the company's growth.

End social media interference in India's democracy: Sonia in LS

End social media interference in India's democracy: Sonia in LS

Rediff.com16 Mar 2022

Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday urged the government to put an end to the alleged 'systematic interference' of Facebook and other social media giants in India's electoral politics.

MP to examine 'intl conspiracy' in Indian woman's Pak visit

MP to examine 'intl conspiracy' in Indian woman's Pak visit

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

'The fact that Anju is being welcomed in Pakistan and getting gifts is raising several doubts. That's why I have directed the special branch of police to examine the case minutely, whether it is an international conspiracy or not?'

Fans can't keep calm as Dhoni set to share exciting news on Sept 25

Fans can't keep calm as Dhoni set to share exciting news on Sept 25

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

Dhoni has revealed that he will be sharing some 'exciting news' with fans at 2:00 PM IST.

Black Twitter avatars, #bringthembackhome used in MH17 protest

Black Twitter avatars, #bringthembackhome used in MH17 protest

Rediff.com22 Jul 2014

Even as pro-Russian rebels handed over the black boxes that they found at the MH17 crash site, hundreds of thousands of Dutch social media users have changed their social media profile picture to a black square and are using the hashtag #BringThemHome, demanding Malaysia Airlines MH17 bodies' return.

Modi's election PR blitz worries Cong before it starts

Modi's election PR blitz worries Cong before it starts

Rediff.com10 Aug 2012

Print ads and films, campaigns on Twitter, Facebook and maybe a special deal with YouTube... Gujarat Chief Minister Narenda Modi is leaving little -- including expenses -- to chance. No wonder the Congress is worried!

Should bosses tweet? The do's and don'ts for executives

Should bosses tweet? The do's and don'ts for executives

Rediff.com4 Jul 2013

Social media may have taken the world by storm, but a group of influential people has remained aloof.

In India, Twitter's Dorsey offers politicians tools to go viral

In India, Twitter's Dorsey offers politicians tools to go viral

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

During his maiden visit to India, the 41-year-old, nose ring-sporting Dorsey wants "to experience everything", according to a tweet he posted on November 10, but mainly reach out to all political parties and meet government officials -- at the Centre and in states -- as well as senior police officer and civic body officials, so that he can assist in delivering governance through Twitter. This will also help the social media giant chalk out its next stage of expansion.

Govt sends second notice to Facebook, Cambridge Analytica; seeks response by May 10

Govt sends second notice to Facebook, Cambridge Analytica; seeks response by May 10

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

It had earlier questioned both the companies on the impact of the data breach, following which Facebook had admitted that nearly 5.62 lakh people in India were "potentially affected" by the incident.

Twitter prices IPO above range, eyes at least $1.8 billion

Twitter prices IPO above range, eyes at least $1.8 billion

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

The microblogging network priced 70 million shares at $26, above the targeted range of $23 to $25, which had been raised once before.

Hyundai has been told to be more forceful in apology: Goyal

Hyundai has been told to be more forceful in apology: Goyal

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

The government has asked Hyundai Motors to be more forceful in its unequivocal apology, Union Minister Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday on the South Korean firm's Pakistan partner's tweet on Kashmir.

Joe, Kamala Celebrate White House Diwali

Joe, Kamala Celebrate White House Diwali

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

Jill and Joe Biden hosted a reception on Monday, October 24, 2022, in the East Room at the White House to celebrate Diwali.

Big Tech invests $1.82 bn in Indian startups so far this year

Big Tech invests $1.82 bn in Indian startups so far this year

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Their startup investments number 13 so far, compared to 17 deals in 2020.

Why Must Mark and Musk Be So Macho?

Why Must Mark and Musk Be So Macho?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

Haven't they heard about the 'Tale of Two Brothers'? asks Suveen Sinha.

UP asks Twitter to remove 'provocative' posts after Dadri lynching

UP asks Twitter to remove 'provocative' posts after Dadri lynching

Rediff.com6 Oct 2015

IG (administration) Prakash D said a letter was sent by the social media lab of UP police asking for removal of specific photographs and text uploaded by a Twitter handle.

Will Lady Gaga be the queen of Facebook?

Will Lady Gaga be the queen of Facebook?

Rediff.com2 Jul 2010

The singer surges past Obama in Facebook fans race.

At end of first phase, Modi wins hashtag war over Congress

At end of first phase, Modi wins hashtag war over Congress

Rediff.com13 Apr 2019

The top five most mentioned Twitter accounts in tweets as on Thursday were those of Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) with 16,395 tweets, followed by @BJP4India (BJP's verified Twitter account) with 11,875, @RahulGandhi with 5,398, @INCIndia with 4,202 and @AmitShah with 3,496.

Modi trip gives Facebook, Google chance to press on Indian expansion

Modi trip gives Facebook, Google chance to press on Indian expansion

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

For well-travelled Modi, the first trip to the U.S. West Coast by an Indian leader in more than 30 years is a chance to get help on his top policy initiatives.

Home Ministry launches Twitter account, gets more than 7,000 followers

Home Ministry launches Twitter account, gets more than 7,000 followers

Rediff.com19 Jun 2014

Union Home Ministry on Thursday got a new handle on micro-blogging site Twitter -- @HMOIndia - to ensure a transparent and responsive government.

Twitter picks NYSE for IPO even as losses widen

Twitter picks NYSE for IPO even as losses widen

Rediff.com16 Oct 2013

Among the biggest winners of a successful IPO would be co-founder Evan Williams with a 12 per cent stake.

Tweets too short? Twitter considering 10,000-character limit: Report

Tweets too short? Twitter considering 10,000-character limit: Report

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

Twitter may launch the service toward the end of the first quarter but has not set an official date

Federer's Dinner Date With Friends

Federer's Dinner Date With Friends

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

'Heading to dinner with some friends,' Roger captioned a selfie clicked with fellow legends Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic, with the London Bridge in the background.