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Malayalam actor Siddique gets bail in rape case

Malayalam actor Siddique gets bail in rape case

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

The top court also took note of the fact that the complaint in the case was filed in August, eight years after the alleged incident took place in 2016.

Cellphones bigger distraction to drivers

Cellphones bigger distraction to drivers

Rediff.com1 Dec 2008

Talking on cell phones can be more distracting for drivers, than conversing with a passenger, says a new study.

Mumbai Police summons CBI chief in phone-tapping data leak case

Mumbai Police summons CBI chief in phone-tapping data leak case

Rediff.com9 Oct 2021

Jaiswal has been asked to be present to record his statement on October 14, the police official said.

2.0 trailer warns you: Tech is out to get you

2.0 trailer warns you: Tech is out to get you

Rediff.com3 Nov 2018

2.0 raises the bar for Indian films, taking them a step closer to Hollywood blockbusters, says Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

3 students into custody in connection to Pathankot attack

3 students into custody in connection to Pathankot attack

Rediff.com14 Jan 2016

Three students were on Wednesday taken into custody in Pakistan in connection with the Pathankot attack.

US Accuses Adani Of Bribing Officials

US Accuses Adani Of Bribing Officials

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

Gautam Adani, India's second-richest man, and seven others including his nephew Sagar have been charged with paying bribes to unidentified officials of state governments in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha to buy expensive solar power, potentially earning more than $2 billion profit over 20 years.

Ambani bomb scare: Phone traced to Tihar jail seized

Ambani bomb scare: Phone traced to Tihar jail seized

Rediff.com12 Mar 2021

The officer said further investigation and forensic analysis will be done after the mobile handset and details of the seizure are received from Tihar Jail authorities.

Historic! SC begins live-streaming of Constitution bench proceedings

Historic! SC begins live-streaming of Constitution bench proceedings

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

In a first, the Supreme Court on Tuesday began live-streaming its Constitution bench proceedings.

Missing Taarak Mehta actor feared being spied on, had 27 email acs

Missing Taarak Mehta actor feared being spied on, had 27 email acs

Rediff.com10 May 2024

The mystery over missing actor Gurucharan Singh, who played Roshan Singh Sodhi's character in TV serial Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, has deepened as the Delhi police has found that the actor was using 27 separate email accounts in the fear of being "surveillanced" by someone.

Mobiles in European airlines next year

Mobiles in European airlines next year

Rediff.com20 Sep 2005

Two European airlines will allow passengers next year to use their own cell phones on commercial flights within western Europe, a Geneva-based technology firm said on Tuesday.

Mumbai Spirit Shines On Marathon Morning

Mumbai Spirit Shines On Marathon Morning

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

Glimpses of a memorable Sunday morning at the Mumbai Marathon captured by Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com.

Travelling? Don't forget these tech toys

Travelling? Don't forget these tech toys

Rediff.com10 Nov 2005

The point of travel technology is to make life on the road easier. Except, of course, when it doesn't.

7 Years Later, Bhima Koregaon Revisited

7 Years Later, Bhima Koregaon Revisited

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

With all the evasions, one assertion made by the Pune (Rural) police stood out: They had found no connection of the Elgar Parishad with the violent incidents of January 1, 2018. Yet, the case against the 'Bhima Koregaon 16', which is based on exactly this alleged connection, continues, and seven of the accused continue to be behind bars under the UAPA, explains Jyoti Punwani.

Now, get railway e-tickets through SMS

Now, get railway e-tickets through SMS

Rediff.com8 Jul 2011

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launched this public friendly facility on Thursday at a programme in Kolkata.

How the Delhi police cracked Aaftab's lies about Shraddha

How the Delhi police cracked Aaftab's lies about Shraddha

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

Aaftab Amin Poonawalla, accused in the horrific Shraddha Walker murder case who was arrested recently, had attempted to mislead the police of Delhi and Mumbai in the initial days of the investigation.

'What India needs today is a bomb': Lalit Jha's posts under scanner

'What India needs today is a bomb': Lalit Jha's posts under scanner

Rediff.com16 Dec 2023

The special cell said it was also probing whom Lalit was in touch with on social media, adding that it was also investigating if the alleged security breach mastermind was speaking to others on social media and, if so, what was said.

'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

'When the bombing happened in the Taj Mahal hotel in 2008, that was a very sad moment, but he really took care of the people, took care of everybody and that was when you saw some of his best moments.' 'There are some things which we will never forget. That is when the best of a person comes out.'

Delhi police quiz 8 more NewsClick scribes for a second time

Delhi police quiz 8 more NewsClick scribes for a second time

Rediff.com7 Oct 2023

They were called to the special cell office in the afternoon and questioned till late evening, a Delhi police source said.

Apple unveils iPhone 14: Satellite SOS, no SIM tray in US

Apple unveils iPhone 14: Satellite SOS, no SIM tray in US

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

Apple unveiled its highly anticipated iPhone 14 during its 'Far Out' event on Wednesday along with the iPhone 14 Plus variant, the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max. This new lineup is inspired by the iPhone 13, with sharp metal edges, rounded corners, a glass back, the recognisable notch at the top of the handset, and a lightning port.

'Seeking ban on mobiles to avoid rape is a no-brainer'

'Seeking ban on mobiles to avoid rape is a no-brainer'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2014

Karnataka legislative standing committee's recommendation seeking a ban on mobile phones to prevent rapes finds few takers, including state Chief Minister Siddaramaiah

Apple Sales In India Up to 67,000 Cr

Apple Sales In India Up to 67,000 Cr

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Despite the robust growth in this country, Apple's India share in its overall global sales remained modest -- constituting 1.5 per cent of its overall turnover of $389 billion in FY23.

Gender Benders: The fairer sex wants less tech

Gender Benders: The fairer sex wants less tech

Rediff.com9 Feb 2011

Why stop at mobile phones? Mitali Parekh has some interesting suggestions... you've been warned!

Activist Natasha Narwal gets 3-weeks bail after father dies of Covid

Activist Natasha Narwal gets 3-weeks bail after father dies of Covid

Rediff.com10 May 2021

The Delhi high court on Monday granted bail to Jawaharlal Nehru University student Natasha Narwal, arrested last year in May in connection with the communal riots in north-east Delhi to perform the last rites of her father who succumbed to COVID-19.

'A Fearless Man Devoted To Truth, Justice'

'A Fearless Man Devoted To Truth, Justice'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

'Every report I filed for Rediff.com on the professor's incarceration, would leave me wondering for days, at the depth of the State's malevolence towards this disabled professor, and his equally deep capacity to tolerate it,' recalls Jyoti Punwani.' 'No country in the world would do what our country was doing to someone so helpless.'

Is Bank Demanding Payment Of Dues?

Is Bank Demanding Payment Of Dues?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

'Save the entire chain of e-mail exchanges so that you have documented evidence to show you informed the bank about the issue.'

Uttams Take: In-flight Baat Cheet

Uttams Take: In-flight Baat Cheet

Rediff.com4 May 2018

The government's decision to permit in-flight calls gave Uttam Ghosh a shudder as he imagines what may ensue on domestic flights once Indians get talking on their cell phones.

How to backup your cellphone

How to backup your cellphone

Rediff.com13 Jun 2006

Do YOU believe cellphones are a health risk?

Do YOU believe cellphones are a health risk?

Rediff.com1 Jun 2011

Have you or someone you know suffered health complications as a result of cell phone usage?

Martin Scorsese Has An Announcement

Martin Scorsese Has An Announcement

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Martin Scorsese, 'the reigning king of cinema', gets an honorary Golden Bear at the 74th Berlinale.

Missing 'Tarak Mehta' actor Gurucharan Singh operated over 10 bank accounts

Missing 'Tarak Mehta' actor Gurucharan Singh operated over 10 bank accounts

Rediff.com9 May 2024

50-year-old Singh is believed to have been visiting his parents in Delhi and was expected to return to Mumbai. However, the actor has not been heard from since April 22.

'Help your kids understand the value of the things you give them'

'Help your kids understand the value of the things you give them'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2011

Manjiri Gokhale Joshi, author of 'Crushes Careers and Cell Phones' tells us how challenging it is to be a single mother, and shares her journey of inspiration and challenges while writing the book, which was a long-pending dream of hers. Read on.

Are you smartphone-obsessed?

Are you smartphone-obsessed?

Rediff.com6 Dec 2014

Beware! It can hurt relationships and make you unhappy!

Civilian shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Sopore

Civilian shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Sopore

Rediff.com12 Jun 2015

Militants shot at and killed a shopkeeper in north Kashmir apple rich Sopore town late Friday evening.

Village in Modi's backyard bans mobile phone for school girls

Village in Modi's backyard bans mobile phone for school girls

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

The ban was implemented recently by the panchayat of Suraj village in Kadi taluka of Mehsana. A fine of Rs 2,100 will be imposed on minor girls found using or owning mobile phones. They will only be allowed to use the mobile phones of their parents inside the house.

China, Iran curtail freedom of expression: Obama

China, Iran curtail freedom of expression: Obama

Rediff.com4 May 2010

US President Barack Obama has alleged that countries like China and Iran are curtailing freedom of expression by "limiting full access" to use of connective technologies like internet and cell phones.

BEWARE Of Such Scams!

BEWARE Of Such Scams!

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

What is digital house arrest? It is a tactic cybercriminals use to confine victims to their homes and scam them, explains Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Your mobiles & iPods may cause allergies

Your mobiles & iPods may cause allergies

Rediff.com29 Apr 2008

Todd Resengart, chief of cardiothoracic surgery at Stony Brook University, said that in addition to pollen-producing allergies, gadgets like cell phones and iPods in particular can affect the users allergic to certain metals and minerals used in manufacturing.

J&K: Militants use mobiles to trigger blasts

J&K: Militants use mobiles to trigger blasts

Rediff.com3 Jul 2007

During the past few months police have recovered a huge haul of mobile phones and SIM cards used by militant groups to carry out blasts.

Of terror and its 'high-profile' connections

Of terror and its 'high-profile' connections

Rediff.com16 Jul 2008

"Terrorist commanders used cell phones of 51 persons, including a former legislator, for their conversations with Pak-based headquarters and other commanders in Jammu and Kashmir. They are under the scanner," a top official of an intelligence agency, who did not wish to be named, told PTI.

Fadnavis to be questioned in phone tapping case

Fadnavis to be questioned in phone tapping case

Rediff.com12 Mar 2022

Talking to reporters, Fadnavis said he has received the notice and he would visit the police station at 11 am on Sunday as being asked.