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Airtel and Jio go head to head in battle for 5G

Airtel and Jio go head to head in battle for 5G

Rediff.com13 Feb 2021

The Big Two telecom companies have accelerated their moves towards this next-gen technology, though they have chosen very different routes to getting there.

How China factor will shape Indian politics

How China factor will shape Indian politics

Rediff.com4 Jul 2020

As the China factor enters the body politic of India with greater potency, its consequences will certainly be far-reaching, note Harsh V Pant and Vinay Kaura.

15 stunning concepts at the Paris auto show

15 stunning concepts at the Paris auto show

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

Unlike previous Paris auto shows, where new diesel models took centerstage, much of the buzz this year centred around hybrids and electric vehicles.

'Fashion could return to its basic beauty'

'Fashion could return to its basic beauty'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

'In the process, I hope that our Earth will be able to heal some more.'

Red Fort gets adopted by Dalmia Bharat group

Red Fort gets adopted by Dalmia Bharat group

Rediff.com28 Apr 2018

Conglomerate has become the first corporate house in India's history to adopt a historical monument, in a Rs 250 mn contract spanning five years.

'My Muslim-ness did not matter, my professional competence did'

'My Muslim-ness did not matter, my professional competence did'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

At an online book release event, former vice president Hamid Ansari lays to rest the controversies surrounding his tenure.

'Taimur is having a good time'

'Taimur is having a good time'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

'I am enjoying hanging out with my son.'

Be prepared for China's Electronic Warfare

Be prepared for China's Electronic Warfare

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

'In India, China's capacities to conduct new types of warfare is critically underestimated,' says Claude Arpi.

Have you listened to your blood lately?

Have you listened to your blood lately?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

A few drops of blood can reveal an amazing amount of information -- from your internal make-up to your food tolerance.

GDP shrinks, pandemic 'act of god' saves Modi govt

GDP shrinks, pandemic 'act of god' saves Modi govt

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

Even in this darkest hour of a crumbling economy and raging disease, there is hardly a murmur of protest against the government, observes Sumit Bhattacharya.

Why BJP is in a tight corner

Why BJP is in a tight corner

Rediff.com14 Nov 2019

'Is Modi failing is the question which the BJP will begin to ask itself,' says Amulya Ganguli.

'Amitabh Bachchan does bully a lot'

'Amitabh Bachchan does bully a lot'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

'He will keep saying that I won't do it, but he still comes and does it; that's part of who he is.' 'He is certainly a prankster.'

FDI: A tale of lofty promises and little else

FDI: A tale of lofty promises and little else

Rediff.com13 Jul 2018

From real estate behemoths to infrastructure majors, from mobile device manufacturers to heavy engineering companies, they all made commitments to the tune of billions of dollars. Unfortunately, the reality has fallen far short.

Telcos: Beware Chinese bearing gifts!

Telcos: Beware Chinese bearing gifts!

Rediff.com8 Feb 2019

'When an enemy country is looking for information to sabotage a system from a remote location, they can access your data, they can stop the functioning of our power plants, they can stop the functioning of critical systems in the network.' 'It is very important that we should have full control of everything in the network.' 'Most Indian companies buy from China only because of the kind of incentive they are getting.' 'By doing so, these Indian companies are exposing themselves to dangers in the coming years.'

'UAE's role is to encourage India and Pakistan to meet'

'UAE's role is to encourage India and Pakistan to meet'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

'The Indian side has realised that not talking to Pakistan has not served any useful purpose.'

10 laws that Jaitley wants to change

10 laws that Jaitley wants to change

Rediff.com2 Mar 2016

Priorities include the amendments of the Companies Act and the Motor Vehicle Act

Beam me up, Scotty! Indian tech firm helped in Wuhan's Covid-19 fight

Beam me up, Scotty! Indian tech firm helped in Wuhan's Covid-19 fight

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

Thanks to technological support provided by BlinkIN, a Bengaluru-based intelligent visual-assistance company, engineers in Wuhan were able to remotely install air ventilation systems in two hospitals in Wuhan, the epicentre of the coronavirus pandemic, reports Peerzada Abrar.

Indian diplomat to America: 'Come and study in India'

Indian diplomat to America: 'Come and study in India'

Rediff.com30 May 2019

You will be part of fastest growing major global economy, India's ambassador to the US Harsh Vardhan Shringala told young American students.

'90% of India wants the lockdown to go'

'90% of India wants the lockdown to go'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

'When you don't have food to eat, will you be worried about the virus or the next meal?'

Review: Aquaman makes a splash!

Review: Aquaman makes a splash!

Rediff.com14 Dec 2018

This is the most fun Sukanya Verma has had since Wonder Woman.

IAF must reveal how many terrorists were killed

IAF must reveal how many terrorists were killed

Rediff.com5 Mar 2019

'Having been an air warrior myself for three decades, I am sure the IAF has all the info in place to be divulged at the right time,' says Group Captain Murli Menon (retd).

What Rahul must be careful about

What Rahul must be careful about

Rediff.com30 Dec 2018

'The 2019 battle is a battle for the kind of India that we want to live in.' The Congress's long history is pockmarked with sins great and small, but Mr Gandhi has the advantage of representing a new generation with a relatively clean slate, and a chance to redefine contemporary perception,' says Mitali Saran.

The terrifying prospect of more job losses

The terrifying prospect of more job losses

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

'What we are going to see is a large number of white collar jobs getting lost.' 'Job loss can drive people to depression, drugs, alcoholism and even suicide as there is no one to turn to when they are down.' 'There is no in-between now -- things go from a luxurious lifestyle to no lifestyle.'

Know who Bigg Boss's new guest Kim Kardashian is?

Know who Bigg Boss's new guest Kim Kardashian is?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

This curvalicious American TV personality, all set to stir the Bigg Boss 8 pot this Friday, is a bit of a phenomenon in the United States.

'The new mantra is, reskill or perish'

'The new mantra is, reskill or perish'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2018

'30 to 40% of the industry needs to be reskilled as existing jobs will go to automation.' 'Reskilling is required as some existing jobs will not be required in the future.'

Can't ignore economy while battling COVID-19: PM to CMs

Can't ignore economy while battling COVID-19: PM to CMs

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

In a video conference with the chief ministers, fourth such interaction since March 22 when he first spoke to them about the pandemic, Modi stressed on the need for the states to strictly enforce lockdown guidelines in the coronavirus hotspots zones, and strongly pitched for the mantra of 'do gaz doori' (a distance of two yards) to protect people from the infection, according to a government statement.

Now, UAE plans to build a city on Mars by 2117!

Now, UAE plans to build a city on Mars by 2117!

Rediff.com16 Feb 2017

The new project will be associated with research themes featuring the exploration of transportation means, energy and food on the Red Planet.

7 of 10 Indian professionals prefer flexi-work

7 of 10 Indian professionals prefer flexi-work

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

New Microsoft study finds a majority of the millennial workforce are open to digital workspaces.

Now, YOU can interact with Rajinikanth

Now, YOU can interact with Rajinikanth

Rediff.com13 Feb 2014

Just stand in front of his latest film Kochadaiiyaan's hoarding, send an SMS, and watch what happens next.

Teacher quits job to become full-time Pokemon Go player

Teacher quits job to become full-time Pokemon Go player

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

Pokemon Go masters are already flipping their accounts for thousands of pounds on eBay to players who prefer to buy the Pokemon instead of catching them all.

Football Extras: Mourinho defends Kane's record

Football Extras: Mourinho defends Kane's record

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

News of all that transpired on and off the football field.

My husband won't stop fighting for you: Melania tells Americans

My husband won't stop fighting for you: Melania tells Americans

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

Referring to COVID-19, she said her husband's administration will not stop fighting until there is an effective treatment and vaccine available to everyone.

400 kg of yummy! This Kalam statue is made of chocolate

400 kg of yummy! This Kalam statue is made of chocolate

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

The chocolate model of the missile man, weighing about 400 kilogram, is not for sale. It has been installed by Puducherry's chocolate boutique "Zuka" at its premises in Puducherry.

75th Independence Day: What India should do

75th Independence Day: What India should do

Rediff.com15 Aug 2020

India is too diverse to be governed centrally and with a single system. The way forward is for the central government to keep the monopoly of military power and a share of national resources while the provinces must have greater autonomy, recommends Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Why TDP can't break away from BJP

Why TDP can't break away from BJP

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

The TDP has many formidable challenges in the state leading to the 2019 general elections, many of which it cannot surmount without help from the Modi government.

Modi among 30 most influential people on internet: Time

Modi among 30 most influential people on internet: Time

Rediff.com6 Mar 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been named among the 30 most influential people on the internet by Time magazine in a list which also features US President Barack Obama.

Trump backs out of debate with 'second-place finisher' Sanders

Trump backs out of debate with 'second-place finisher' Sanders

Rediff.com28 May 2016

Donald Trump has backed out of a televised debate against Democrat Bernie Sanders just two days after agreeing.

Pakistan has history of lying about military setbacks

Pakistan has history of lying about military setbacks

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

It is most unlikely that the US would take kindly to Indian claims of having shot down an F-16. There is too much commercial interest involved, says Col Anil Athale (retd).

Is there a way out of the gloom and doom?

Is there a way out of the gloom and doom?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

'The government has said it has kept its powder dry to fight the true battle against the debilitating influence of the pandemic.' 'The release of the shocking economic data this week should act as the fuse for using that powder now.' 'Further delays will make the battle that much harder,' notes Shreekant Sambrani.

'Baahubali 2 is better than the first because there is more drama'

'Baahubali 2 is better than the first because there is more drama'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

'There will not be another Baahubali in this country.' Rana Daggubati gives us a sneak peek into the much-awaited sequel.