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'Shibu Soren Was A Godly Figure For Tribals'

'Shibu Soren Was A Godly Figure For Tribals'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

'He was not highly educated. He was Class 10 passed but his intelligence was high. He could impress any group of people.'

Will BlackBerry co-founders buy the company?

Will BlackBerry co-founders buy the company?

Rediff.com11 Oct 2013

BlackBerry co-founders Mike Lazaridis and Douglas Fregin are considering a bid to buy the struggling smartphone maker, according to a securities filing on Thursday, raising the prospect of an alternative to a $4.7 billion offer led by its top shareholder.

No option for states to reject bike taxi norms: Rapido cofounder Guntupalli

No option for states to reject bike taxi norms: Rapido cofounder Guntupalli

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Rapido - one of the largest players in the bike taxi commute business - says the new guidelines released by the central government on July 1, permitting "non-transport motorcycles" for aggregators, no longer give states the option of rejecting the revised policy.

Apple co-founder criticises Ashton Kutcher's Jobs biopic

Apple co-founder criticises Ashton Kutcher's Jobs biopic

Rediff.com20 Aug 2013

Get your lowdown on what's going on in the world of Hollywood, right here!

What You Need To Know About New I-T Bill

What You Need To Know About New I-T Bill

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

'The new Bill introduces no policy or rate changes, leaving financial planning strategies largely unaffected.'
'The considerations for choosing between the old and new tax regimes remain essentially unchanged.'

'Haven't had sex in ages': Elon Musk denies affair with Google co-founder's wife

'Haven't had sex in ages': Elon Musk denies affair with Google co-founder's wife

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

Replying to a link to the story posted on Twitter, Musk described the report as "total bs". "This is total bs. Sergey and I are friends and were at a party together last night," Musk tweeted. Musk said he has seen Brin's wife twice in three years, both times in the presence of other people, and there was "nothing romantic" between the pair.

MeitY Probes Indian Data Leak In Global Breach

MeitY Probes Indian Data Leak In Global Breach

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

'Given the proportion of the global leak, it is very likely that the data of Indian citizens might be on the dataset.'

Android co-founder Andy Rubin to leave Google

Android co-founder Andy Rubin to leave Google

Rediff.com31 Oct 2014

Google Inc said on Thursday that Andy Rubin, co-founder of its Android mobile business and head of its nascent robotics effort is leaving the company.

It Starts With A Casual Bet And Then...

It Starts With A Casual Bet And Then...

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

In 2025 alone, at least 50 suicides linked to online gambling losses have been reported across India. According to FIRs, the victims were addicted to betting, largely driven by cricket, rummy and poker.

OTT Vs Theatres: The War Has Begun

OTT Vs Theatres: The War Has Begun

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'The satisfaction of making content only comes when it reaches theatres as you are directly connecting to the masses.'

Promoter holdings in private listed firms drop 600 bps to 37% since 2021

Promoter holdings in private listed firms drop 600 bps to 37% since 2021

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Promoters of India's top private listed companies have cut their stakes sharply since 2021, taking advantage of elevated valuations and reshaping ownership dynamics in the market. Holdings of promoters in the top 200 privately owned listed firms declined nearly 600 basis points (bps) to 37 per cent at the end of FY25, from 43 per cent in FY21.

Operation Sindoor debate: Modi takes swipe at Opposition

Operation Sindoor debate: Modi takes swipe at Opposition

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

In his first address to National Democratic Alliance MPs in over a year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday emphasised its collective identity as a natural and organic alliance, asserting that its journey since its foundation in 1998 is dotted with successes and has many more achievements in store.

How To Tackle Credit Card Debt

How To Tackle Credit Card Debt

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'Revolving credit without full repayment causes interest to outpace repayment capacity, and leads to financial distress.'

Alt News co-founder Zubair sent to 4-day police custody over 2018 tweet

Alt News co-founder Zubair sent to 4-day police custody over 2018 tweet

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

Police had sought an extension of Zubair's custody by five days.

Startups Could Hire 100,000 To 200,000

Startups Could Hire 100,000 To 200,000

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Hiring demand is strongest for high-impact technology and product roles, particularly DevOps engineers, product managers, and full-stack developers.

Taliban co-founder gave away bin Laden: Report

Taliban co-founder gave away bin Laden: Report

Rediff.com30 May 2011

Taliban co-founder Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar leaked the whereabouts of Al Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden to American investigators, the Sunday Mirror reported.

Microsoft Corp co-founder Paul Allen's hits and misses

Microsoft Corp co-founder Paul Allen's hits and misses

Rediff.com21 May 2013

Paul Allen has constructed a $15 billion portfolio of tech, sports, real estate and energy investments.

10 Indian Startups in WEF Top 100

10 Indian Startups in WEF Top 100

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Notably, four portfolio companies-- Agnikul, ePlane, CynLr, and GalaxEye -- of deep-tech investor Speciale Invest made it to the list.

Infosys co-founder to launch app chronicling Indian IT

Infosys co-founder to launch app chronicling Indian IT

Rediff.com18 Apr 2016

After his retirement from Infosys last year, Gopalakrishnan has been active in philanthropy, science and technology

Infy co-founder expands role in hospitality space

Infy co-founder expands role in hospitality space

Rediff.com29 Apr 2011

N S Raghavan, one of the co-founders of Infosys, is expanding his presence in the hospitality sector.

'The Currency Of Success Is Knowledge'

'The Currency Of Success Is Knowledge'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

'What we need is the cultural encouragement to take risks, to fail occasionally, and to keep questioning.'

Indians Choose Learning Holidays Over Leisure

Indians Choose Learning Holidays Over Leisure

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Travellers are keen to explore traditional Indian arts and crafts like Madhubani painting in Bihar, pottery and weaving workshops in Rajasthan, or Kathakali and Kalaripayattu training in Kerala.

When A Draw Is A Win! Life Lessons From Team India

When A Draw Is A Win! Life Lessons From Team India

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

The India vs England Test series 2025 wasn't just cricket -- it was grit, growth and glory wrapped in whites.

What I learned from failure: Lessons from a co-founder

What I learned from failure: Lessons from a co-founder

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

It's important to learn from failure, and just show up the next day, and the next, till you've got it right, says Radhika Ghai, co-founder, ShopClues

'This will only increase panic between people and dogs'

'This will only increase panic between people and dogs'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

The Supreme Court's order to remove stray dogs from Delhi-NCR localities has sparked mixed reactions, with RWAs welcoming the move and animal rights activists raising concerns about implementation and potential harm.

'Employees Aren't Use-And-Throw Objects'

'Employees Aren't Use-And-Throw Objects'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

'You think: Did I fail the people I had to let go? Did I promise something I couldn't deliver? That day (when we had to sack 70 people) will stay with me.'

When Gujarati Muslims Dominated Bombay Politics

When Gujarati Muslims Dominated Bombay Politics

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

'They wanted the city to be a great business hub. They didn't like the fact that taxes collected in Bombay would go outside the city.'

Affordable Bank Cover: But Is It Enough?

Affordable Bank Cover: But Is It Enough?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Banks offer a wide range of group insurance plans -- personal accident, health, hospital cash, home insurance, credit protection, and critical illness.

Guinness Book of Records co-founder dies

Guinness Book of Records co-founder dies

Rediff.com21 Apr 2004

He had set up the Guinness Book of Records with his twin Ross in the mid-1950s.

The Indian Techie Who Broke The Internet

The Indian Techie Who Broke The Internet

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Indian engineer Soham Parekh, who was caught juggling multiple full-time Silicon Valley jobs, sparked both a viral meme storm and a fierce debate on remote work, ethics and startup hiring processes.

Ex Eng star Lineker to leave BBC following antisemitism row

Ex Eng star Lineker to leave BBC following antisemitism row

Rediff.com19 May 2025

In recent years, Linker's desire to put forward his political views on social media has caused headaches for the BBC, which has strict rules on impartiality.

Mediclaim: Want To Buy An OPD Plan?

Mediclaim: Want To Buy An OPD Plan?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

These plans are suited for individuals and families with regular OPD needs -- those managing chronic illnesses and families with young children or elderly members.

Simply Sweet, Simar!

Simply Sweet, Simar!

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

With style, charm and a much-looked forward debut on the horizon, Simar Bhatia is looking forward to a great year.

Google AI Bets Big On Indian Farms, Languages

Google AI Bets Big On Indian Farms, Languages

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Google says its AI models are being used across sectors in India, from improving maternal health programmes and streamlining patient-care to supporting agri-tech solutions and advancing the country's sovereign AI efforts.

Axiom-4 mission hits another delay as NASA examines leak at ISS

Axiom-4 mission hits another delay as NASA examines leak at ISS

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

On Thursday, NASA announced that it was working with Roscosmos to understand a new pressure signature, after the recent post-repair effort in the aft-most segment of the International Space Station's Zvezda service module.

Rakesh Gangwal, family trust sell 5.7% stake in IndiGo for Rs 11,385 crore

Rakesh Gangwal, family trust sell 5.7% stake in IndiGo for Rs 11,385 crore

Rediff.com27 May 2025

InterGlobe Aviation promoter Rakesh Gangwal and his family trust on Tuesday sold a 5.7 per cent stake in the airline for about Rs 11,385 crore ($1.33 billion) through a block deal, according to sources. Apart from Gangwal, the Chinkerpoo Family Trust, whose trustees are Shobha Gangwal and JP Morgan Trust Company of Delaware, has also participated in the transaction for divesting its stake in IndiGo, the country's largest airline, the sources said.

Want To Be A Monsoon Tourist? Read This

Want To Be A Monsoon Tourist? Read This

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Destinations like Coorg, Munnar, the Western Ghats, and parts of the North East, are at their scenic best in the monsoon.

Is Social Media Making You Sad, Unhappy?

Is Social Media Making You Sad, Unhappy?

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Mental health coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your social media before it controls you.

The Most Influential Indian Women In World Cinema

The Most Influential Indian Women In World Cinema

Rediff.com14 May 2025

A recent report in The Hollywood Reporter has listed 46 women as the Most Influential Women in International Film, and the ladies in positions of executives, producers and creatives.

Zepto CEO Aadit Palicha accuses rival company's CFO of smear campaign

Zepto CEO Aadit Palicha accuses rival company's CFO of smear campaign

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Zepto co-founder and CEO Aadit Palicha has accused the chief financial officer of a competing company of orchestrating a smear campaign against his quick commerce platform. In a LinkedIn post on late Sunday, Palicha, not taking names, alleged that the CFO of one of Zepto's competitor firms has been reaching out to Zepto's investors with unsubstantiated claims, distributing false financial data to journalists, and employing bots to spread negative narratives about Zepto on social media.