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Aakash Chopra century steadies Delhi

Aakash Chopra century steadies Delhi

Rediff.com1 Dec 2006

The former India opener was unbeaten on 128 as Delhi ended Day 1 of their Ranji Trophy match against Uttar Pradesh on 257 for 6.

Reader's take: Top 5 alternatives to Aakash tablet PC

Reader's take: Top 5 alternatives to Aakash tablet PC

Rediff.com23 Apr 2012

Get Ahead reader Maninder Pal Singh offers five alternatives to the much-touted and now almost-flopped Aakash tablet PC.

ISL PIX: FC Goa steal point against spirited Mohammedan SC

ISL PIX: FC Goa steal point against spirited Mohammedan SC

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

Images from Indian Super League matches played on Saturday.

Upgraded Aakash tablet to be launched next month: Sibal

Upgraded Aakash tablet to be launched next month: Sibal

Rediff.com17 Apr 2012

The tablet will be produced domestically, and in this regard the government is talking to various manufacturers from across the world.

Chopra warns Kohli against Afghanistan's pace, spin

Chopra warns Kohli against Afghanistan's pace, spin

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Aakash Chopra believes Virat Kohli can rediscover his form if he shows patience at the crease

Tablet sales: Aakash beats Apple in India

Tablet sales: Aakash beats Apple in India

Rediff.com5 Jun 2013

Aakash tablet rules the tablet market in India during the first quarter of 2013.

India to showcase Aakash tablet at UN

India to showcase Aakash tablet at UN

Rediff.com3 Nov 2012

India's Permanent Representative to the UN Hardeep Singh Puri said a presentation on the tablet will be held on November 28 at the world body's headquarters here to which UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon will be invited.

Aakash Christian fashions Gujarat win

Aakash Christian fashions Gujarat win

Rediff.com18 Nov 2003

The opener hit his maiden Ranji Trophy century in a seven-wicket victory over Assam.

Aakash Chopra alleges racial abuse in English League Cricket

Aakash Chopra alleges racial abuse in English League Cricket

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

Akash Chopra said during a league match in England, two-South African players continuously used abusive spree against him.

My son is innocent, says father of terror accused Aakash Dalal

My son is innocent, says father of terror accused Aakash Dalal

Rediff.com2 Jan 2014

The Dalals, whose son faces 30 years in prison if found guilty of masterminding domestic terror acts, have decided to take their case to the Indian-American community.

T20 WC: India's keeper slot still up for grabs

T20 WC: India's keeper slot still up for grabs

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Ishan and KL have better returns than Samson and Jitesh though their slow playing style has come under scrutiny.

From Saara Aakash to Ghar-Aunda

From Saara Aakash to Ghar-Aunda

Rediff.com30 Dec 2008

Sai-Shakti talk about their big screen debut, Ghau-Aunda.

Aakash: Not quite reaching for the sky

Aakash: Not quite reaching for the sky

Rediff.com27 Feb 2012

If private players do not come out with student-specific content, the device may take some time to soar.

What Does Ranjan Pai's Re-Entry Mean For Byju's?

What Does Ranjan Pai's Re-Entry Mean For Byju's?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

'Considering Pai is putting his own personal money in Byju's, stakeholders in the company can look forward to more governance and transparency.'

Aakash 4 to be available for Rs 3,999 soon: Sibal

Aakash 4 to be available for Rs 3,999 soon: Sibal

Rediff.com18 Feb 2014

The Aakash project was Sibal's brainchild when he was the HRD minister.

Aakash Dalal found guilty, faces life term for US synagogue bombings

Aakash Dalal found guilty, faces life term for US synagogue bombings

Rediff.com2 Nov 2016

Indian American Aakash Dalal faces 30 years in jail after being found guilty by a New Jersey jury on charges of vandalising and firebombing North Jersey synagogues five years ago.

Aakash Tablet: Why I REGRET buying it!

Aakash Tablet: Why I REGRET buying it!

Rediff.com4 Jan 2012

Rediff.com's Syed Firdaus Ashraf's excitement knew no bounds when he laid his hands on the 'poor man's iPad'. But the supposedly 'revolutionary' and 'game-changing' piece of technology that sells at Rs 2,500 a piece went kaput in 30 minutes flat. Yes, we are talking about the Aakash Tablet PC. Firdaus pours his heart out.

Makers of 'Aakash' aspire to become a $ 500-million company

Makers of 'Aakash' aspire to become a $ 500-million company

Rediff.com13 Jan 2012

From being a $10-million company, Datawind, better known as the manufacturer of low-cost tablet, Aakash, is now aspiring to become a half-a-billion-dollar company in just 12 months.

Why Rahul should be batting down the order

Why Rahul should be batting down the order

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

In the ongoing IPL, LSG suffered a 20-run defeat to RR in their opening game of this year's IPL. KL Rahul-led LSG is currently languishing in the tenth spot with no points and a net run rate of -1.000 after its loss in the previous game.

Pacer Chahar, Aakash Chopra for Rajasthan Royals

Pacer Chahar, Aakash Chopra for Rajasthan Royals

Rediff.com12 Jan 2011

With cricketing legends like Rahul Dravid and Shane Warne already in their ranks, Rajasthan Royals have now signed talented swing bowler Deepak Chahar and former India opener Aakash Chopra for the next two editions of the Indian Premier League.

Upgraded Aakash 2 is here, but will it reach the sky?

Upgraded Aakash 2 is here, but will it reach the sky?

Rediff.com19 Nov 2012

The new device comes cheap, but it will have to perform to be accepted

Ultra-luxury housing in India sees shift to ultra-customised marketing

Ultra-luxury housing in India sees shift to ultra-customised marketing

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

With the rise of ultra-luxury housing in India comes ultra-customised marketing. Developers selling high-end homes, priced above Rs 20 crore, are moving away from traditional marketing for these homes to newer methods, such as painstaking profiling of customers before showing them the property, augmented reality for visualisation of interior decor, virtual tours, and closed-door international shows. There is also marketing through online ads, social media influencers, and exclusive memberships.

India to showcase Aakash-2 tablet at UN

India to showcase Aakash-2 tablet at UN

Rediff.com28 Nov 2012

India will showcase the Aakash-2 tablet at the United Nations, amid clarification by the maker of the low-cost tablet over sourcing some parts from China.

Was the Aakash tablet PC made in China?

Was the Aakash tablet PC made in China?

Rediff.com24 Nov 2012

Datawind, the maker of Aakash tablet PC, on Saturday said assembling and programming of the low-cost tablet has been done in the country and only some main parts have been sourced from China.

Upgraded Aakash tablet will not cost more: Sibal

Upgraded Aakash tablet will not cost more: Sibal

Rediff.com20 Feb 2012

'Aakash', the world's cheapest tablet, will be fully indigenous soon and its improved version will be launched by the government at the same price.

Why Aakash tablet has run into a storm

Why Aakash tablet has run into a storm

Rediff.com23 Jan 2012

Canadian company dismisses series of charges levelled by cellular majors

'If Rohit has been given a chance, then why not Rahul?'

'If Rohit has been given a chance, then why not Rahul?'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra raised concerns over middle-order batter KL Rahul's omission from the squad against Afghanistan.

Aakash Chopra for sweeping changes in domestic structure

Aakash Chopra for sweeping changes in domestic structure

Rediff.com17 Feb 2012

Former India opener Aakash Chopra believes that the "meaningless" tournaments like Duleep and Deodhar trophies should be done away with to improve the domestic cricket structure of the country.

Aakash Chopra shines in North victory

Aakash Chopra shines in North victory

Rediff.com24 Feb 2004

North Zone recovered from a mid-innings slump to beat Central Zone by five wickets in the Duleep Trophy match.

'Bharat deserves one more match'

'Bharat deserves one more match'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

'You said you wanted a specialist 'keeper. So he is doing his job fully as a specialist 'keeper.'

Badminton Asia Jr Championships: Bornil wins GOLD

Badminton Asia Jr Championships: Bornil wins GOLD

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

Bornil Aakash Changmai became only the second Indian shuttler to win a gold medal in the Under-15 boys' singles category.

At Rs 2,999, tablet PC Aakash 2 is now up for grabs!

At Rs 2,999, tablet PC Aakash 2 is now up for grabs!

Rediff.com19 Dec 2011

Aakash 2 aka UbiSlate 7 to be tentatively released in January 2012 comes with a better processor and Wi-Fi + 3G option.

Vir Das's Historic Win At Emmys

Vir Das's Historic Win At Emmys

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

'For India For Indian comedy. Every breath, every word.'

Housing sales in Apr-Jun rise 5% in top 7 cities; down 8% from Q1: Anarock

Housing sales in Apr-Jun rise 5% in top 7 cities; down 8% from Q1: Anarock

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

Housing sales in seven major cities rose 5 per cent annually to about 1.2 lakh units during the April-June period, while demand fell 8 per cent from the preceding quarter on surge in prices, according to Anarock. Real estate consultant Anarock, which is one of the leading housing brokerage firm, on Thursday released the data of housing market for the current April-June quarter. In April-June 2024, housing sales across seven major cities are estimated at 120,340 units, up 5 per cent from 115,090 units in the year-ago period.

Kuldeep Or Axar? Who Will Be Dropped?

Kuldeep Or Axar? Who Will Be Dropped?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

'I feel Kuldeep Yadav is your automatic choice. But it seems like you are doing an injustice if you leave Axar out.'

Byju's expects $7-8 bn minimum valuation

Byju's expects $7-8 bn minimum valuation

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Byju's plans to raise funds at a lower valuation of $7-8 billion as the embattled edtech major looks to shore up its financials with adequate liquidity, a senior company executive said on Tuesday. Banking on overall "improved performance", Think and Learn, the parent of Byju's, is hopeful of a higher valuation ahead of its rights issue being planned in February to raise funds. Byju's India chief financial officer Nitin Golani said the company is in need of funds and plans to raise it at a lower valuation to make the offer lucrative for investors as well as ensure adequate liquidity support for the edtech firm.

Aakash Chopra to play for Himachal in Ranji Trophy

Aakash Chopra to play for Himachal in Ranji Trophy

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

Former India opener Aakash Chopra, who played vital role in helping Rajasthan win consecutive Ranji Trophy titles, has decided to join Himachal Pradesh for the upcoming domestic season.

Aakash Chopra on Dhoni's form and MI's fortunes in the IPL

Aakash Chopra on Dhoni's form and MI's fortunes in the IPL

Rediff.com2 May 2018

Chopra also said that he was pleasantly surprised with the way Dhoni has turned things around.

'BYJU's showing green shoots towards profitability'

'BYJU's showing green shoots towards profitability'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

'If you look at assets truly working for us, you should look at Aakash and Great Learning.'

Domestic vendors to bid for Aakash 4 but Rs 2,500 a challenge

Domestic vendors to bid for Aakash 4 but Rs 2,500 a challenge

Rediff.com19 Jan 2014

Canadian phone maker Datawind which has supplied about 1,00,000 low-cost Aakash tablets to the government till date says that it would be a challenge to supply the device at Rs 2,500 a unit due to rupee volatility and other factors.