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Govt makes Sanchar Saathi app mandatory on all new handsets

Govt makes Sanchar Saathi app mandatory on all new handsets

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

According to the direction dated November 28, all mobile phones that will be manufactured in India or imported after 90 days from the date of issuing of the order will need to have the app.

Now, Watch Kaantha On OTT

Now, Watch Kaantha On OTT

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

Vampires, murders, superheroes and romantic reunions galore, it's quite a package of emotions on OTT this week.

12 Foods You Should Never Refrigerate

12 Foods You Should Never Refrigerate

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Dr Aarti Ullal, physician and diabetologist at the Gleneagles Hospital, explains why refrigerating certain foods can do more harm than good.

8 Foods For Freedom From Constipation

8 Foods For Freedom From Constipation

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

What to know when you can't go.

'Shame students have to...': Trump's $1M 'Gold Card' unveiled

'Shame students have to...': Trump's $1M 'Gold Card' unveiled

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

Trump described the Gold Card as a "Green Card, but much better, much more powerful, a much stronger path and a path is a big deal. Have to be great people, but much stronger path", which also helps companies.

iPhone Pro Max 17 in cosmic orange is already out of stock in India, US

iPhone Pro Max 17 in cosmic orange is already out of stock in India, US

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Apple's iPhone Pro Max 17 in cosmic orange has witnessed a considerable surge in demand, and it has gone out of stock within three days after pre-booking went live for pick up of the devices at the company's official stores in the US and India, as per information shared by company staff.

India dials up record smartphone exports; shipments touch $13.4 bn in H1

India dials up record smartphone exports; shipments touch $13.4 bn in H1

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

Smartphone exports for the first six months (April to September) of 2025-26 (FY26) surged to $13.4 billion, based on industry estimates. Driven by the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme, this marks a 59 per cent jump over the $8.5 billion exported during the same period of the previous financial year (2024-25/FY25).

Trump's Reciprocal Tariffs Bite Into Apple's India Growth Plans

Trump's Reciprocal Tariffs Bite Into Apple's India Growth Plans

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

Apple's ambitious strategy to expand iPhone exports, shift more production from China to India at a faster pace, and grow its domestic market hits a Trump-sized roadblock.

5 Of The Most Peaceful Places Worldwide

5 Of The Most Peaceful Places Worldwide

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Forbes just released a selection of places across the world that celebrate The Quiet. Places where one can clear the mind, and reconnect with the soul. Read on...

Scuffle erupts during iPhone 17 sale, cops use force

Scuffle erupts during iPhone 17 sale, cops use force

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Sale of the new series of iPhones started on Friday, with excited customers queuing up outside the country's first Apple Store since early hours and even indulging in a scuffle before its opening.

Govt withdraws order on mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi

Govt withdraws order on mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

The government on Wednesday withdrew the order mandating pre-installation of cyber security app Sanchar Saathi on smartphones by manufacturers.

Apple India shipments grew 25% in Q4, Vivo tops smartphone market

Apple India shipments grew 25% in Q4, Vivo tops smartphone market

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Apple's iPhone supplies in India grew 25 per cent year-on-year in March quarter 2025, capturing 8 per cent market share, a CyberMedia Research report said on Monday.

Apple receives notice over iPhone performance

Apple receives notice over iPhone performance

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi said on Thursday said the Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued a notice to Apple Inc regarding alleged performance problems with iPhones following the iOS 18+ software update.

iPhone Affordability Index Reveals: Most Indians Can't...

iPhone Affordability Index Reveals: Most Indians Can't...

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

The average Indian worker must labour for an extraordinary 160 full working days to afford Apple's latest iPhone 17 Pro.

First phase of India-US trade deal nearing closure: Official

First phase of India-US trade deal nearing closure: Official

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

The first phase of the proposed India-US bilateral trade agreement (BTA) is 'nearing closure' and would address the hefty 50 per cent tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on Indian goods, in addition to resolving America's market access issues, a government official said on Monday.

Tim Cook Drops AI Truth Bomb: Adapt Or...

Tim Cook Drops AI Truth Bomb: Adapt Or...

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

As the Apple CEO put it to his staff, the choice is stark: Adopt AI or risk being left behind. The same applies to everyone preparing for the future of work.

Want Beautiful Hair? Use Apple Cider Vinegar!

Want Beautiful Hair? Use Apple Cider Vinegar!

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Apple cider vinegar or ACV is a natural way to promote hair growth and improving scalp health.

iPhone 17 to hit Indian market on Sep 19, cost up to Rs 229,000

iPhone 17 to hit Indian market on Sep 19, cost up to Rs 229,000

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

The iPhone 17 lineup has been launched in three models -- iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, unlike previous series that have a "Plus" model as well.

How To Keep Your Apple Device Private & Secure

How To Keep Your Apple Device Private & Secure

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Secure your Apple device in minutes! Here are easy-to-follow steps to protect your personal data and more.

Samson added to Ranji squad for Maha game

Samson added to Ranji squad for Maha game

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

Kerala will have a new captain in Mohammed Azharuddeen.

What's British PM Doing With Mumbai Footballers?

What's British PM Doing With Mumbai Footballers?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, who is on a two-day visit to Mumbai, was joined by English football great Michael Owen.

Will AI Mania Provoke Market Meltdown?

Will AI Mania Provoke Market Meltdown?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

'The danger is that when the music stops, the fall will be sudden, faster, and deeper than anyone expects,' warns Debashis Basu.

This Is Not Going To Be Easy For America

This Is Not Going To Be Easy For America

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'The battle for brain power among Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, Nvidia and Tesla and newer AI companies is fierce.' 'Given the race for AI with China, these companies will find it hard pressed to fill that talent gap,' notes an IT professional based in the US.

This MLA Wants Workers To Have The Right To Disconnect

This MLA Wants Workers To Have The Right To Disconnect

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

The debate over working hours flared up after Infosys Co-founder N R Narayana Murthy called for 14-hour workdays.

Foxconn starts producing iPhone 17 at Bengaluru facility

Foxconn starts producing iPhone 17 at Bengaluru facility

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

Taiwanese electronics giant Foxconn's Bengaluru factory, its second-largest manufacturing unit, has commenced operation with production of iPhone 17 recently at a small scale, sources aware of the development said. Foxconn is the largest manufacturer of iPhones, and the second-biggest facility outside China in Devanahalli near Bengaluru, being set up at an investment of $2.8 billion (about Rs 25,000 crore).

7 Reasons Why You Must Have Apple Cider Vinegar

7 Reasons Why You Must Have Apple Cider Vinegar

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Apple cider vinegar is the new wonder ingredient. Find out why. And how to use it.

'No Such Thing As Diabetes Reversal'

'No Such Thing As Diabetes Reversal'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

'In diabetes remission, you go below a 6.5 HbA1c without medication.' 'And this happens only when you lose 10 to 15 per cent of your body weight with a good amount of lifestyle and dietary changes, exercise and sometimes medication.' 'You have to be able to sustain your HBA1C below 6.5 for at least a year without medication to say that the patient is in remission.'

'We Have Become The Largest Eyewear Brand In Asia'

'We Have Become The Largest Eyewear Brand In Asia'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

'India needs at least 70,000 to 80,000 eyewear stores; our 2,000 stores are just a drop in the ocean.'

Amazon, Flipkart showcase GST deals as festival shopping begins

Amazon, Flipkart showcase GST deals as festival shopping begins

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Amazon India unveiled a dedicated marketplace section highlighting products with reduced tax burdens as the goods and services tax (GST) restructuring took effect on September 22, positioning the ecommerce giant to capitalise on lower consumer prices across electronics, appliances, and other categories. Its rival Flipkart, too, has rolled out its own GST-focused storefront, the GST Bachat Utsav, aimed at helping shoppers maximise benefits from the new tax rates across multiple categories.

Rentals on rise: Robust office space demand set to benefit landowners

Rentals on rise: Robust office space demand set to benefit landowners

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

Office space owners are looking at good times ahead as rentals are expected to rise due to demand for Grade A office spaces outpacing supply that has been sluggish due to construction delays, long gestation periods and developers' interests shifting to residential.

Ranji Trophy: Jaiswal warms up for SA series with big hundred

Ranji Trophy: Jaiswal warms up for SA series with big hundred

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Jaiswal gears up for SA Test with big hundred but Mumbai get only 1 point

Samsung loses ground to Apple in premium smartphone mkt

Samsung loses ground to Apple in premium smartphone mkt

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Samsung is losing the race in India's premium smartphone market as rival Apple continues to increase its dominance in the segment, driven by robust iPhone sales and festival season discounts. Shortly after Apple CEO Tim Cook announced an all-time revenue record in India yet again for the September quarter, the company recorded its best-ever quarter of shipments at four million units in the third quarter of calendar year 2024 (Q3CY24), led by the iPhone 15 and iPhone 13, according to a report by the International Data Corporation (IDC).

US tariff to hit iPhone's mega manufacturing plans

US tariff to hit iPhone's mega manufacturing plans

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

US President Donald Trump's announcement of 25 per cent tariff on all goods coming from India starting August 1, plus an unspecified penalty, is expected to impact Apple's plans to expand iPhone manufacturing in India as well as export of other electronics to the US. The move comes at a time when Indian electronics production is reeling under pressure due to restrictions imposed by China on supply of several critical components, capital goods and even skilled technology professionals.

10 Best Foods to Boost Your Metabolism

10 Best Foods to Boost Your Metabolism

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Dr Arush Sabharwal, bariatric and metabolic surgeon at SCOD (Surgical Centre for Obesity and Diabetes) Clinic, explains how choosing certain foods can help boost your metabolism.

Pant, Shami's return in spotlight as Ranji season kickstarts

Pant, Shami's return in spotlight as Ranji season kickstarts

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

Perhaps, another Ranji title with Mumbai will be a fitting send off for Ajinkya Rahane.

PIX: Djokovic Swaps Racket for Baseball at Yankees Game

PIX: Djokovic Swaps Racket for Baseball at Yankees Game

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Djokovic will open his US Open campaign against Leaner Tien on Sunday.

US Senators question TCS, 9 others over H-1B visa filings

US Senators question TCS, 9 others over H-1B visa filings

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Cognizant and eight other major corporations have been questioned by US Senators for filing thousands of H-1B skilled labour visa petitions after conducting "mass layoffs" of American employees.

Watch The Ba***ds of Bollywood On OTT!

Watch The Ba***ds of Bollywood On OTT!

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Aryan Khan's much-awaited directorial debut series arrives on OTT this week along with some funny and spicy international content worth binge-watching!

Forced changes in South Zone squad for Duleep semis

Forced changes in South Zone squad for Duleep semis

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

Azharuddeen was the vice-captain of the side, and now that role has been handed to Tamil Nadu's N Jagadeesan.

We wanted to show our solidarity with Pahalgam victims: Gambhir

We wanted to show our solidarity with Pahalgam victims: Gambhir

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Gautam Gambhir termed the convincing win over Pakistan a "good one" but "more importantly", he felt it was the team's way of showing solidarity with the families of the Pahalgam terrorist attack victims.