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Xchanging to buy Indian rival

Xchanging to buy Indian rival

Rediff.com4 Oct 2008

Xchanginghas agreed to buy Indian rival Cambridge Solutions in a deal it hopes will transform it into one of the world's largest business process outsourcers to the private sector.

BAFTA 2017: Emma Stone, Dev Patel win

BAFTA 2017: Emma Stone, Dev Patel win

Rediff.com13 Feb 2017

A look at the glamorous celebs on the red carpet.

Why is Delta variant so dominant?

Why is Delta variant so dominant?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2021

The international team of researchers combined lab-based experiments and epidemiology of vaccine breakthrough infections, showing that the Delta variant is better at replicating and spreading than other commonly-observed variants.

UK hits target to offer every adult COVID jab by July end

UK hits target to offer every adult COVID jab by July end

Rediff.com18 Jul 2021

The Department of Health and Social Care said a total of 81,959,398 doses of COVID vaccines have been administered in the UK, with 46,227,101 people receiving a first dose (87.8 per cent) and 35,732,297 people receiving both doses (67.8 per cent).

IIT-B, Delhi in world's Top 50 engineering colleges

IIT-B, Delhi in world's Top 50 engineering colleges

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

For the first time, the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT), Bombay and Delhi were ranked among QS top 50 engineering colleges in the world.

William, Harry condemn BBC 'deceit' over Diana interview

William, Harry condemn BBC 'deceit' over Diana interview

Rediff.com21 May 2021

In separate statements following an independent inquiry's conclusion that the BBC "fell short of the high standards of integrity and transparency which are its hallmark", her sons blamed the controversial 1995 interview for her "fear and paranoia" that damaged their parents' relationship.

Study proposes lockdown strategy: 50 days on, 30 off

Study proposes lockdown strategy: 50 days on, 30 off

Rediff.com21 May 2020

Such measures are effective at slowing disease spread and preventing health systems becoming overwhelmed, they can also lead to job losses and social disruption, noted the study, published in the European Journal of Epidemiology.

50-day lockdown, 30 days off could help contain COVID-19: Report

50-day lockdown, 30 days off could help contain COVID-19: Report

Rediff.com20 May 2020

Since no effective treatments or vaccine for COVID-19 is available, reducing virus transmission via measures like isolating suspected infected individuals, school closures, and lockdowns are crucial, according to the researchers, including Rajiv Chowdhury from the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom.

PHOTOS: Beckham, Bradley Cooper on Wimbledon's celebrity court

PHOTOS: Beckham, Bradley Cooper on Wimbledon's celebrity court

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

Wimbedon, which is considered as the top tennis tournament in the world is drawing to it's business end. Like every year, 2016 also witnessed several celebrities taking centre stage at the SW19 courts. Football icon David Beckham and Hollywood Bradley Cooper were among those watching Roger Federer against Marin Cilic on Wednesday. Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge was seen cheering from the royal box when Serena Williams cruised past Elena Vesnina in the women's semi-final on Thursday.

IN PICS: Kate Middleton turns 30!

IN PICS: Kate Middleton turns 30!

Rediff.com9 Jan 2012

As the Duchess of Cambridge brings in the big three-oh in 'a low-key and private' affair, we take you through the life of the girl who would become a princess.

How Obama, Trump, Biden Greeted Modi...

How Obama, Trump, Biden Greeted Modi...

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

Did Prime Minister Modi receive a different kind of reception at the Biden White House on Friday than he has has been used to at the American president's home?

Kate releases new pictures of UK Princess Charlotte

Kate releases new pictures of UK Princess Charlotte

Rediff.com29 Nov 2015

New pictures of Britain's baby Princess Charlotte at six months old taken by her mother Kate were on Sunday released by Kensington Palace.

Princess Charlotte to mark birthday with virtual party with Queen

Princess Charlotte to mark birthday with virtual party with Queen

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, who are isolating at their Anmer Hall residence in Norfolk, eastern England, during the coronavirus lockdown have planned all the usual trimmings of birthday cake and some games as well as a surprise video call from her great grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II.

Vangal, US firm tie up

Vangal, US firm tie up

Rediff.com14 Sep 2007

Entrepreneur-investor Ramesh Vangal is likely to team up with US-based business process outsourcing (BPO) firm Sutherland Global Services to wrest majority control in Cambridge Solutions. Vangal holds 13 per cent stake in Cambridge.

Cyber agency asks FB users to change profile settings to 'private'

Cyber agency asks FB users to change profile settings to 'private'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

The country's cyber security agency CERT-In has advised Facebook users to strengthen their account privacy settings after a recent global 'data scraping' incident in the social media platform affected about 61 lakh Indians.

Super 30: 'Show your kids this inspiring movie'

Super 30: 'Show your kids this inspiring movie'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2019

'You come out of the theatre feeling happy, inspired, with moist eyes and in awe.'

Spotted: Muralitharan in England

Spotted: Muralitharan in England

Rediff.com23 Feb 2007

Reader Trivikram Arun sent us a picture of Muralitharan from England.

Murray honoured with OBE

Murray honoured with OBE

Rediff.com18 Oct 2013

Briton's Andy Murray was awarded an OBE by the Duke of Cambridge, Prince William, at a ceremony at Buckingham Palace on Thursday.

William, Harry pay tribute to 'extraordinary' grandpa Prince Philip

William, Harry pay tribute to 'extraordinary' grandpa Prince Philip

Rediff.com12 Apr 2021

Both brothers, reportedly estranged in recent months since Harry stepped back as a frontline royal after his wedding to Meghan Markle, make references to the late Duke's sense of humour and describe him as a man of service.

My name is Modi, my app gives all info to US companies, tweets Rahul

My name is Modi, my app gives all info to US companies, tweets Rahul

Rediff.com25 Mar 2018

Gandhi also accused the media of "burying" the story.

William and Kate pose at Taj following in Diana's footsteps

William and Kate pose at Taj following in Diana's footsteps

Rediff.com16 Apr 2016

Almost 24 years after Diana, Princess of Wales visited the Taj Mahal -- one of the most famous symbols of India -- Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, followed in the Princess's footsteps.

PHOTOS: When Bollywood lined up for the Royals

PHOTOS: When Bollywood lined up for the Royals

Rediff.com11 Apr 2016

Kate Middleton and Prince William received the royal treatment when they attended an extravagant Bollywood gala fundraiser at the Taj Mahal Palce hotel in Mumbai on late Sunday evening.

Facebook says 'bug' changed 14mn users' default privacy settings to public

Facebook says 'bug' changed 14mn users' default privacy settings to public

Rediff.com8 Jun 2018

The social media giant had been under scanner lately for the growing online data-privacy concerns.

Prince William takes a stand. Are you with him?

Prince William takes a stand. Are you with him?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

No one should be bullied for their sexuality, William said.

Why India must create its own Bostons and Oxfords

Why India must create its own Bostons and Oxfords

Rediff.com12 May 2010

Why Indian cities must leverage their universities.

PIX: Stokes, Buttler honoured at Buckingham Palace

PIX: Stokes, Buttler honoured at Buckingham Palace

Rediff.com26 Feb 2020

English all-rounder Ben Stokes was given a royal honour at the Buckingham Palace after he guided his side to the ICC World Cup triumph last year. Along with Stokes, Jos Buttler, Eoin Morgan, coach Trevor Bayliss, and Joe Root also received the honours as part of the New Year's Honours List.

This is what our 'toddler' solar system looked like billions of yrs ago

This is what our 'toddler' solar system looked like billions of yrs ago

Rediff.com28 May 2015

Scientists have found a young planetary system which may enable them to understand what our own solar system looked like as 'toddler' billions of years ago.

Review: Ramanujan is a must watch

Review: Ramanujan is a must watch

Rediff.com11 Jul 2014

The film which is dedicated to India's mathematical prodigy, Ramanujan, is a well researched, well-written and brilliantly directed.

India may need a 49-day lockdown

India may need a 49-day lockdown

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

'We will need more than 21 days of lockdown for sure.'

Amid FB controversy, BJP MLA says he posted nothing communal

Amid FB controversy, BJP MLA says he posted nothing communal

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

He said his official FB page had been 'hacked and blocked' in 2018 but that there has been no response from the police on a complaint filed by him on the matter so far.

How coronavirus teaches us to work online

How coronavirus teaches us to work online

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

'The sooner we understand and accept this current situation as the new normal, the better,' advises Major Mohammed Ali Shah (retd).

Dreams come true: IIT-Kharagpur alumni fund scholarships

Dreams come true: IIT-Kharagpur alumni fund scholarships

Rediff.com2 Apr 2018

14 students at IIT Kharagpur have been awarded scholarships.

Astronomers see possible hints of life in Venus's clouds

Astronomers see possible hints of life in Venus's clouds

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

The detection of phosphine molecules, which consist of hydrogen and phosphorus, could point to this extra-terrestrial 'aerial' life, according to the research published in the journal in Nature Astronomy.

PICS: Royals Kate-Meghan, UK PM May at Wimbledon final

PICS: Royals Kate-Meghan, UK PM May at Wimbledon final

Rediff.com14 Jul 2019

So while Halep went about dominating Serena, here are some famous people who got a ringside view of the action

Follow Newton and hone skills: IIT-G tells students

Follow Newton and hone skills: IIT-G tells students

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

Utilise time at hand to hone new skills the way Isaac Newton did when he was sent home by Trinity college during the Great Plague of London, IIT-Gandhinagar has told its students.

Prince William pushes for FA reform to stay relevant

Prince William pushes for FA reform to stay relevant

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Britain's Prince William has urged the Football Association to reform its governance structure to avoid falling short of modern standards.

Facebook's lobbying practices in India may be probed before election

Facebook's lobbying practices in India may be probed before election

Rediff.com5 Mar 2019

The parliamentary committee on IT has recently been in the news for asking global representatives of Twitter, Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram to present their views on misuse of social media platforms and its impact on citizens.

Parl panel plans to summon FB amid reports alleging bias towards BJP

Parl panel plans to summon FB amid reports alleging bias towards BJP

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

After a report mentioned that Facebook overlooked its hate speech policies in cases of BJP MLA T Raja Singh and 3 others, Shashi Tharoor, chairperson of Parliamentary Standing Committee on IT, said the committee 'would certainly wish to hear from Facebook'.

As India faces polls, Facebook says doesn't want site misused

As India faces polls, Facebook says doesn't want site misused

Rediff.com8 Oct 2018

Facebook has set up a task force that will have security specialists and content specialists, among others, who will try to understand all the possible forms of election-related abuse in the country.

Cong writes to Zuckerberg over alleged 'bias'; demands probe

Cong writes to Zuckerberg over alleged 'bias'; demands probe

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

'If the platform is public, then every Indian regardless of his ideology and commitment has got the right to convey his view'