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Bulli Bai app row: Delhi Police seeks info from Twitter, GitHub

Bulli Bai app row: Delhi Police seeks info from Twitter, GitHub

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

The Delhi Commission For Women on Monday asked the police officials to appear before it later this week in connection with a probe into objectionable content on 'Bulli Bai' and 'Sulli Deal' apps.

Clarity likely on taxing NFT as virtual digital asset

Clarity likely on taxing NFT as virtual digital asset

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

Ahead of the first due date of advance tax payment on June 15, the government is likely to release guidelines on what will be covered within the ambit of virtual digital assets (VDA). To remove any ambiguity in the recently established tax framework for asset holders, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) is currently preparing guidelines, said government officials in the know. The apex direct tax body will define non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and whether or not they fall within the purview of VDA.

Stan Swamy conspired with Maoists to overthrow govt: Court

Stan Swamy conspired with Maoists to overthrow govt: Court

Rediff.com23 Mar 2021

Special judge DE Kothalikar, who rejected Swamy's bail plea on Monday, said in his order, which was made available on Tuesday, that based on the material on record it seemed Swamy was a member of banned Maoist organisation.

Jio tops 4G download speed chart, Voda leads in upload

Jio tops 4G download speed chart, Voda leads in upload

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

Jio had almost three times higher speed than its nearest rival Bharti Airtel.

Chandra says he is 'humbled and honoured' to be Tata Sons chief

Chandra says he is 'humbled and honoured' to be Tata Sons chief

Rediff.com12 Jan 2017

At TCS, Chandrasekaran would be succeeded by Rajesh Gopinathan, currently the company's chief financial officer.

Applied for an H1-B visa? Please read this!

Applied for an H1-B visa? Please read this!

Rediff.com19 Apr 2018

'If you are so blinded by the Buy American, Hire American policy, if you are not going to be fair, consistent and welcoming, in the end America will lose out.'

Modi to launch 5G services on Oct 1

Modi to launch 5G services on Oct 1

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the much-awaited 5G services in India on October 1, 2022, an official release said on Friday. According to the release, 5G to be launched by the Prime Minister in select cities, will progressively cover the entire country over the next couple of years. The cumulative economic impact of 5G on India is estimated to reach $450 billion by 2035. Capable of supporting ultra-high-speed internet services, the fifth generation or 5G is expected to unleash new economic opportunities and societal benefits, serving as a transformational force for Indian society.

'Ghar' Is Such A Lovely Word

'Ghar' Is Such A Lovely Word

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

A group of retired army officers have come together to provide a home for girls who never had a home before.

New vs Old Tax Regime? Want to Choose?

New vs Old Tax Regime? Want to Choose?

Rediff.com13 Aug 2021

Most taxpayers will benefit from being in the old tax regime, assuming they optimise their salary for tax benefits and claim the deductions available to them.

Indian Patent Office rejects Google's invention

Indian Patent Office rejects Google's invention

Rediff.com14 Jun 2017

The application was filed in 2006 by Motorola Mobility LLC, now changed to Google Technology Holdings LLC for method and apparatus of providing text messages

4 hot careers that'll get you a job

4 hot careers that'll get you a job

Rediff.com19 Feb 2016

Take a look at the skills that matter and how you can acquire them.

6 Hiring Trends Of 2022

6 Hiring Trends Of 2022

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

An increasing number of hiring managers are opting for video conferencing platforms to know the candidates, explains Narayan Bhargava, chairman and managing director, Calibehr.

All unselected H-1B petitions returned: US

All unselected H-1B petitions returned: US

Rediff.com31 Jul 2018

The Congressional-mandated cap of 65,000 H-1B visas and another 20,000 in the advanced degree categories were reached within the first five days after USCIS started accepted H-1B applications in April.

Railways announce 80 new special trains from Sep 12

Railways announce 80 new special trains from Sep 12

Rediff.com5 Sep 2020

The key factor in deciding the 80 new trains was the fact that there were many stations from where the migrant workers are going back to their workplace.

A nip here, tuck here: How Mahabs is readying for Modi-Xi show

A nip here, tuck here: How Mahabs is readying for Modi-Xi show

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

Surfing schools shut, roadside shops moved out, road being relaid, 10,000 police personnel expected... A Ganesh Nadar/Rediff.com finds a historical town getting ready to grab the headlines for 3 days.

How Tech Is Tackling Knotty HR Problems

How Tech Is Tackling Knotty HR Problems

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Tech is also being used to stem resignations, which have recorded a rise amid COVID-19.

RBI orders forensic audit of MobiKwik systems

RBI orders forensic audit of MobiKwik systems

Rediff.com31 Mar 2021

The Reserve Bank has asked troubled digital wallet firm MobiKwik, which is facing data breach allegations, to get a forensic audit done without any delay. Though the Gurugram-based firm has been claiming that its systems are secure and that there is no basis to the allegations of data breach, a group of hackers on Tuesday said that they accessed personal and financial data of nearly 10 crore MobiKwik customers. On Wednesday, sources in the know of the development told PTI that the RBI has ordered an immediate forensic audit of the company's systems by a certified auditor. When contacted, an RBI spokesperson refused to comment. MobiKwik refused to give a direct answer to a query on whether the RBI has ordered a forensic audit.

US court dismisses case against H-1B lottery system

US court dismisses case against H-1B lottery system

Rediff.com29 Mar 2017

The ruling by a federal judge in Oregon means that there will be no change in the H-1B visa issuance process for the fiscal 2018 which begins on April 3.

'Bulli Bai' case solved with arrest of mastermind Bishnoi in Assam

'Bulli Bai' case solved with arrest of mastermind Bishnoi in Assam

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

Bishnoi, a resident of Jorhat who studies in Bhopal, is also the creator of the 'Bulli Bai' app on the platform GitHub as well as the main Twitter account holder of 'Bulli Bai', police said.

Bulli Bai case: Mastermind made lewd remarks on complainant's image

Bulli Bai case: Mastermind made lewd remarks on complainant's image

Rediff.com8 Jan 2022

Niraj Bishnoi, the creator of the 'Bulli Bai' application, had earlier also created an account on Twitter making lewd remarks on the picture of a complainant and even tweeted about the auction of the person, police said on Friday.

Buying a laptop for your child? Dos and don'ts

Buying a laptop for your child? Dos and don'ts

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com tells you what you must keep in mind.

2022: 10 Important Career Skills to Succeed

2022: 10 Important Career Skills to Succeed

Rediff.com4 Jan 2022

Leadership, teamwork, communication, productivity, and wellness skills are essential for every employee's success.

Why Microsoft Awarded This Techie

Why Microsoft Awarded This Techie

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

Kasam Shaikh is the fifth person in India and first from Maharashtra to receive the award for Microsoft Most Valuable Professional title in Artificial Intelligence.

Sitharaman announces 30% tax on crypto gains, 1% TDS on payments

Sitharaman announces 30% tax on crypto gains, 1% TDS on payments

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday announced that income from digital asset transfers will be taxed at a rate of 30 per cent. This move is seen as 'crypto tax'.

First salary: 'I bought a Titan watch for my mother'

First salary: 'I bought a Titan watch for my mother'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2019

Rediff readers tell us what their first salaries meant to them.

Why India Must Salute The Soldier's Wife

Why India Must Salute The Soldier's Wife

Rediff.com30 Dec 2021

'These ladies have sacrificed their husbands so that you can celebrate your birthday parties and anniversaries.' 'It is your moral duty to treat them right and with respect.' 'When they visit a bank or a hospital, they should not be made to stand in queue, but treated like Presidents or prime ministers.'

SC issues new guidelines for hearings till June 19

SC issues new guidelines for hearings till June 19

Rediff.com17 May 2020

Issuing the fresh SoP, the apex court said for the first time in the Registry, '1881' helpline number will remain functional from 10 am to 5 pm under supervision of senior officers to provide instant solutions to query of advocate and litigants about e-filing and other issues relating to judicial functions.

10 HOT courses for working professionals

10 HOT courses for working professionals

Rediff.com2 Dec 2020

Sanjeev Goel, business head, Manipal ProLearn, lists 10 courses that are currently most suitable for working professionals to upskill or reskill to ensure they remain of value in the job market and in future-ready organisations.

China aggressively trying to hack Indian cyberspace

China aggressively trying to hack Indian cyberspace

Rediff.com3 Mar 2021

Experts said attempts from China have increased in the last year, which further amplified after the Indian government banned Chinese applications post the Galwan clash.

Lawyer behind petition against AAP MLAs says book inspired him

Lawyer behind petition against AAP MLAs says book inspired him

Rediff.com20 Jan 2018

Prashant Patel said 'Delhi Sarkar Ki Shaktiyaan aur Simayen' by S K Sharma, a former secretary in the Delhi legislative assembly -- released in June 2015, was the inspiration behind his petition.

10 IN-DEMAND JOBS

10 IN-DEMAND JOBS

Rediff.com3 Aug 2021

Professionals with sharp technical skills and knowledge of emerging markets will continue to be in demand, says Nikhil Barshikar, founder and CEO of Imarticus Learning, a tech learning and training company.

Missed ITR Deadline? Here's HELP!

Missed ITR Deadline? Here's HELP!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

Mihir Tanna, Associate Director, S K Patodia & Associates, will answer your personal income tax queries.

Amazon's next CEO Andy Jassy's India Plan

Amazon's next CEO Andy Jassy's India Plan

Rediff.com15 May 2021

'We look forward to providing great customer experiences in India.'

TAX GURU: 'Is my employment compensation tax-free?'

TAX GURU: 'Is my employment compensation tax-free?'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

Anil Rego, CEO, Right Horizons, answers your personal income tax queries.

Not yet five, and she studies in Class 9

Not yet five, and she studies in Class 9

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

Virendra Singh Rawat discovers that this child prodigy has never been to school.

Court asks Centre not to release from service naval officers denied PC

Court asks Centre not to release from service naval officers denied PC

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

The Supreme Court on Monday restrained the Centre and Navy from releasing from services some officers (both male and female), who were not granted a permanent commission and sought reply from the Centre.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange marries lawyer fiance in London prison

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange marries lawyer fiance in London prison

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

Moris, dressed in a wedding gown designed by British designer and Assange supporter Dame Vivienne Westwood, arrived at the prison with her sons and Assange's father Richard and brother Gabriel.

Sebi eases listing norms for start-ups

Sebi eases listing norms for start-ups

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

Seeking to boost listing of start-ups, markets watchdog Sebi on Thursday decided a slew of relaxations to norms, including reducing holding period for pre-issue capital and allowing discretionary allotment to eligible investors. The changes have been approved to the framework for listing on the Innovators Growth Platform, Sebi said in a statement after the board meeting. Other proposals approved include easing delisting requirements and relaxation in guidelines for migrating to main board.

Indian IT cos bullish on business from the clouds

Indian IT cos bullish on business from the clouds

Rediff.com13 Jul 2009

It stands for technology that helps an organisation to place its applications and data on the Internet.

Know How Stock Market Gains Are Taxed

Know How Stock Market Gains Are Taxed

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

If the shares are purchased for investment, then it would be treated as a capital asset and taxed as capital gains.
But if the shares are bought and sold in a short duration repeatedly, then it would be taxed as business income, explains Amit Gupta.