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STRANGER THINGS. HORROR. ACTION

STRANGER THINGS. HORROR. ACTION

Rediff.com27 May 2022

This week on OTT is only about three things -- entertainment, entertainment, entertainment.

Is India really shining? A reality check

Is India really shining? A reality check

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

One way to do a reality check on the official numbers will be to develop a desi version of what came to be called the Li index in China.

TDR rates hit the roof in Mumbai

TDR rates hit the roof in Mumbai

Rediff.com4 Jun 2005

'There will be no fairytale ending for Serena'

'There will be no fairytale ending for Serena'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

'Serena must be prepared to live with it and say goodbye even in the face of defeat'

Will A Desi Kid Win 2022 Spelling Bee?

Will A Desi Kid Win 2022 Spelling Bee?

Rediff.com9 May 2022

Unlike earlier years, an Indian-American child did not win America's Scripps National Spelling Bee in 2021. 234 spellers, many of them Indian-American kids, will participate in the 2022 Bee, to be held from May 31 to June 2.

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

REWIND: India in the last 24 hours

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

A recap of events that occurred in India in the past 24 hours.

2019: Year of reality check

2019: Year of reality check

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

From promoters losing their firms to consumers realising there are no free lunches, 2019 was a year of getting real,says Shailesh Dobhal.

Tell people the reality of Chinese incursions: Cong to PM

Tell people the reality of Chinese incursions: Cong to PM

Rediff.com4 Jul 2020

Sibal asked Modi to stop doing the politics of "illusion and delusion" and showing "red eyes" to China, and protect Indian territory.

Abu Dhabi Hindu temple built in same style as Ayodhya Ram temple

Abu Dhabi Hindu temple built in same style as Ayodhya Ram temple

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated Abu Dhabi's first Hindu stone temple amid devotional chants and in the presence of spiritual leaders of the Swaminarayan sect.

Why is Ayushmann taking piano lessons?

Why is Ayushmann taking piano lessons?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

What are the Bollywood peeps doing?

Gadgets Can Ruin Relationships!

Gadgets Can Ruin Relationships!

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Focus on building closer connections with your partner by speaking more frequently without electronics in the room to get the most out of chats., advises Sybil Shiddell, country manager-India for Gleeden, a discreet extra marital dating Web site.

10 Most Relevant Job Skills For 2023

10 Most Relevant Job Skills For 2023

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

Siva Prasad Nanduri, chief business officer, TeamLease Digital, outlines the skills that will help you get a job in 2023.

Tech spend in 2021 to be better than last 2 years: Nasscom survey

Tech spend in 2021 to be better than last 2 years: Nasscom survey

Rediff.com24 Mar 2021

With the economy gaining pace and large deals back on the table, chief executive officers (CEOs) of tech companies believe global tech spending will witness growth this year. According to CEO Survey by Nasscom, about 71 per cent chief executives expect global spend to grow over 4 per cent. The figure is significantly higher than the previous two years - 41 per cent and 59 per cent in 2019 and 2020, respectively. The survey also said the recovery in global tech spending will be led by the digital segment.

Jio plans more disruptions: 5G enabled cars and drones!

Jio plans more disruptions: 5G enabled cars and drones!

Rediff.com25 Oct 2018

Jio and Ericsson tested the limits of 5G by demonstrating multi-gigabit speeds and super-low latency capabilities that are making new offerings such as remote control of machines and 360-degree 4K video streaming.

Infosys sets up innovation studio in London

Infosys sets up innovation studio in London

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

The studio, covering 20,000 ft with capacity for 250 employees, has a wellness zone, a usability lab and a range of creative spaces.

Muslims and the reality of a transformed India

Muslims and the reality of a transformed India

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

'For Muslims, India is now a Hindu Rashtra, no matter what kind of Constitution is still in place,' argues Mohammad Sajjad.

Is Indian advertising ready for metaverse?

Is Indian advertising ready for metaverse?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

Every brand and company in India too will soon need a metaverse strategy, notes Sandeep Goyal.

Abhijeet weds Sansriti: India's First Metaverse Wedding

Abhijeet weds Sansriti: India's First Metaverse Wedding

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

Abhijeet Goel and Dr Sansrati Jain tied the knot on the Yug Metaverse to become India's first couple to get married on a Metaverse platform.

With Aero, Adobe bets on a game-changer for AR

With Aero, Adobe bets on a game-changer for AR

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

Project Aero will enable creative executives and developers to design AR experiences and new forms of immersive content. But, what makes it special is that for the first time users will be able to design an end-to-end AR experiences with little or no technical knowhow. But, what makes it special is that for the first time users will be able to design an end-to-end AR experiences with little or no technical knowhow.

At concluding G20 session, Modi calls for UNSC reform

At concluding G20 session, Modi calls for UNSC reform

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday made a fresh push for reforms in global institutions, including the United Nations, asserting that the world's 'new realities' should be reflected in 'new global structure' as it is nature's law that those who don't change with times lose their relevance.

Two-wheeler Majors TVS, Bajaj Auto Close the Gap With Startups in EV Game

Two-wheeler Majors TVS, Bajaj Auto Close the Gap With Startups in EV Game

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

Bajaj Auto has virtually closed the gap with Ather Energy in September, notching up 6423 EV registrations compared to 6466 registrations by Ather.

Tanks and missiles enter Parliament complex

Tanks and missiles enter Parliament complex

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

The Defence Reasearch and Development Organsiation has, in an attempt to give India's lawmakers 'a first-hand account of huge work undertaken by the agency', begun rolling in weapon systems manufactured by it outside the Parliament.

The truly odd, odd world we live in!

The truly odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

Ten images that prove it's a wonderfully bizarre world.

Covid impact shows that work can be done remotely: Rishad Premji

Covid impact shows that work can be done remotely: Rishad Premji

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

Indian technology industry has a "big opportunity" despite global macroeconomic challenges, said Rishad Premji, chairman of IT services firm Wipro, on Wednesday as he spoke about how Covid-19 had changed work. "My confidence is driven by two things: the rapid pace of digitisation across the world, and the shift in the mindset of stakeholders who engage with us as an industry," said Premji in Bengaluru while addressing industry leaders and civil servants at the Invest Karnataka 2022, the state's Global Investors Meet (GIM). Businesses are using technology for customers and employees: a trend marked by the shift to cloud computing and leverage of data.

What To Do If You Are Laid Off

What To Do If You Are Laid Off

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

'Re-evaluate your career goals and be ready to embrace challenges. ' 'Work thoroughly on your resume by highlighting the key skills and major areas of work.' 'Check and apply for jobs posted by employers regularly.' 'Stay positive.'

'Performance in IPL will be important for T20 World Cup selection'

'Performance in IPL will be important for T20 World Cup selection'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

Veteran coach Tom Moody on Thursday said the players' performance in highly-competitive leagues like IPL and ILT20 will have an added heft this time because of the impact it can have on the team selection ahead of the T20 World Cup.

Modi launches 5G mobile services, calls it dawn of new era

Modi launches 5G mobile services, calls it dawn of new era

Rediff.com1 Oct 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the 6th India Mobile Congress at Pragati Maidan in Delhi and launched 5G services. The 5G telecom services seek to provide seamless coverage, high data rate, low latency and highly reliable communications system. The three major telecom operators of the country demonstrated one use case each in front of the prime minister to show the potential of 5G technology in India.

Hum Do Hamare Do review

Hum Do Hamare Do review

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

Hum Do Hamare Do is the kind of rush job rom-com that cuts to the chase after so much dillydallying and in such a dull manner, it completely misses the point, sighs Sukanya Verma.

Mahindra launches VR augmented showrooms

Mahindra launches VR augmented showrooms

Rediff.com28 Jun 2019

Using VR headsets, customers can go on virtual tours on the automobiles, and operate almost all aspects of the XUV 500 and the Alturas G4 without even getting into the vehicle, reports Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com

Soon, F1 fans may race virtually with real drivers in live races

Soon, F1 fans may race virtually with real drivers in live races

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

Liberty Media, the US firm that completed a takeover of the sport in January, immediately identified digital as an area ripe for development as it seeks to tap lucrative new revenue streams and give fans more of an experience.

IPL 2021: Star Sports hopes to earn Rs 32 billion

IPL 2021: Star Sports hopes to earn Rs 32 billion

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

Disney-Star generated advertising revenue of over Rs 27 billion for IPL 2020.

First Look: Lalbaugcha Raja arrives

First Look: Lalbaugcha Raja arrives

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

One of the oldest and most revered idol of Lord Ganesh, the Lalbaugcha Raja, was unveiled by the Lalbaug Sarvajanik Ganeshostav mandal in Mumbai on Thursday evening, three days before the Ganesh Chaturthi festival start.

Ericsson sees $27bn revenue from 5G for India, but at a cost

Ericsson sees $27bn revenue from 5G for India, but at a cost

Rediff.com18 Nov 2018

While everybody is talking about the vast potential of 5G, the uptake of such services in India depends on operators getting around 100 Mhz 5G spectrum. At the reserve price proposed by Trai, getting this spectrum will cost a telco around Rs 490 billion. Which amount could be difficult for operators to mop up, given the financial stress they are undergoing, says Kiran Rathee.

After IKEA hype, the reality bites

After IKEA hype, the reality bites

Rediff.com26 Jun 2012

The devil is always in the detail. Closer scrutiny of IKEA's India entry application makes it clear the celebrations may have been premature, as the euro 25-billion Scandinavian furniture major virtually wants an overhaul of the single-brand retail FDI policy.

OnePlus to launch smart TVs in Sep, to be available in India first

OnePlus to launch smart TVs in Sep, to be available in India first

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

A number of smartphone players such as Xiaomi, Samsung, LG and Micromax also have smart TVs in their product portfolio.

Amazon, Flipkart HQs get battle-ready: Draw up sales strategy in war rooms

Amazon, Flipkart HQs get battle-ready: Draw up sales strategy in war rooms

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

E-commerce companies managed to beat the odds by adopting a flexible approach in terms of transforming their business models and leveraging emerging technologies. They had to constantly align their objectives with evolving customer needs. With companies hiring thousands of temporary workers, expanding to smaller cities, and launching new products, e-commerce giants gird up to celebrate the peak festival season without Covid restrictions after a three-year time-out.

Mindtree to buy L&T's NxT Digital Business

Mindtree to buy L&T's NxT Digital Business

Rediff.com20 May 2021

Mindtree on Thursday said it will acquire the NxT Digital Business from Larsen and Toubro (L&T) for Rs 198 crore, a move that will enable the mid-sized IT firm to capture opportunities in the IoT and Industry 4.0 space. The acquisition would enable Mindtree to capture opportunities in the IoT and Industry 4.0 market by leveraging NxT Digital Business capabilities to cross-sell and create holistic solutions for new prospects as well as for existing clients, a regulatory filing said. Capability in this space will bolster Mindtree's vision to leverage existing digital strengths and aim to become a 'Go-to business transformation partner' for clients, it added.

10 odd photos that you simply have to see

10 odd photos that you simply have to see

Rediff.com2 Aug 2018

It's truly a wonderfully weird world around us.

Stunning cars you would love to own!

Stunning cars you would love to own!

Rediff.com6 Mar 2015

A range of new luxury cars were unveiled at the Geneva International Motor show.