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FBI investigating California shooting as act of terrorism

FBI investigating California shooting as act of terrorism

Rediff.com5 Dec 2015

The FBI is investigating the deadly mass shooting in California by a Pakistani-origin couple that killed 14 people as an act of terrorism.

CBI to probe alleged misuse of data of India's Facebook users

CBI to probe alleged misuse of data of India's Facebook users

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

Prasad said the probe by the CBI will determine whether Cambridge Analytica violated the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Indian Penal Code.

Watch what you say on the net from now on; the govt is watching you

Watch what you say on the net from now on; the govt is watching you

Rediff.com19 Dec 2013

India's snooping programme is officially underway and multiple agencies will use internet surveillance system Netra and National Cyber Coordination Centre to keep a tab on suspicious activities on the internet, says Vicky Nanjappa.

CID deleted evidence before handing case to CBI, claim D K Ravi's kin

CID deleted evidence before handing case to CBI, claim D K Ravi's kin

Rediff.com25 Mar 2015

The father-in-law of deceased IAS officer DK Ravi on Wednesday alleged that the CID probing it has deleted sensitive evidence before the case was handed over to CBI.

At UN Human Rights Council, India says it's secular, has no State religion

At UN Human Rights Council, India says it's secular, has no State religion

Rediff.com5 May 2017

AG Mukul Rohatgi led the Indian delegation at the UN Human Rights Council.

Are you a successful investor?

Are you a successful investor?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2015

Find out if you do these 6 things to become one

Beware! Mobile wallet frauds on the rise

Beware! Mobile wallet frauds on the rise

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

Don't reveal any information to strangers.

We Indians love binge-watching!

We Indians love binge-watching!

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

The term binge-watching was the runner up in Oxford Dictionaries Word of the Year in 2013. Indians may have come late to the party a little later, but we're making up for lost time, says Shuma Raha.

Do you own your Instagram photos? Think again!

Do you own your Instagram photos? Think again!

Rediff.com1 Jun 2015

You were warned! Your private moments, drinking binges and social dos that feature on your Instagram account are goldmine for people like Richard Prince.

Why Congress will face defeat in 2019

Why Congress will face defeat in 2019

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

'Modi should not feel shy of proclaiming as the meaning of secularism regard for all religions in proportion to their numbers in tune with the spirit of democracy and adopting it as State policy,' says B S Raghavan.

Three small success stories. 3 big life lessons

Three small success stories. 3 big life lessons

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

Young people have an abundance of choice today. Yet finding purpose is an altogether different challenge for them.

Monitoring WhatsApp: Privacy vs law and order

Monitoring WhatsApp: Privacy vs law and order

Rediff.com3 Sep 2018

Steps taken to prevent misuse of the platform have to be balanced with data privacy and security concerns, say experts.

How best to protect your identity from thieves

How best to protect your identity from thieves

Rediff.com14 Nov 2017

Documents such as PAN card, Aadhaar card, I-T return papers, which are used for KYC, can get leaked from a number of sources. Other prominent sources are the direct sales agents and photocopy shops, say Sanjay Kumar Singh.

'Culture of adjournments' reason of long delays in cases: Prez

'Culture of adjournments' reason of long delays in cases: Prez

Rediff.com1 Sep 2018

Highlighting the pendency of cases in various courts of the country, he said Indian legal system is marked by long delays and some of the reasons for it are infrastructure gaps and considerable vacancies, particularly in subordinate courts.

They are Legion!

They are Legion!

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

Are hacker collectives like Anonymous and Legion black hats or white hats, or do they lurk in the space between the two? Dhruv Munjal reports.

Block the stalker

Block the stalker

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

Cyberstalking is a real threat as social media increasingly becomes an extension of one's life. But there are things you can do to protect yourself from it

'Stench' of Nassar scandal will dog USA Gymnastics for years

'Stench' of Nassar scandal will dog USA Gymnastics for years

Rediff.com26 Jan 2018

The scandal stemming from longtime USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar's sexual abuse of young female athletes could take a financial toll on the sports federation for years, sponsorship executives said.

CBI unearths 339 shell companies used to divert Rs 2,900 crore

CBI unearths 339 shell companies used to divert Rs 2,900 crore

Rediff.com7 May 2017

CBI sources said the shell companies were allegedly being used by the suspects to divert loan funds meant for specified purposes, creating fake invoices, and 'round-tripping' of funds to evade taxes and generate black money.

From Google to Visa, all phone a friend in US over RBI diktat

From Google to Visa, all phone a friend in US over RBI diktat

Rediff.com21 Jul 2018

Cos ask US treasury to discuss data localisation norms with Indian officials at all platforms the two countries would meet, including G-20, US-India Strategic Dialogue, and IMF Annual Meet.

Inside the toxic world of online trolls

Inside the toxic world of online trolls

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

A Molotov cocktail of lies, abuse and bigotry is blowing up social media.

Ayushmann charges Rs 15-20 cr for ads!

Ayushmann charges Rs 15-20 cr for ads!

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

'He resonates more with the youth which is always something brands want.'

Rising from near-death in 2014, Aadhaar eyes 100-cr milestone

Rising from near-death in 2014, Aadhaar eyes 100-cr milestone

Rediff.com23 Dec 2014

Aadhar is set to be a preferred tool for various people- focussed initiatives of the government in the new year.

The night television news died

The night television news died

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

Television channels were ready to plumb below rock bottom in their frenzied prospecting for TRP gold, says Shuma Raha.

These views will take your breath away!

These views will take your breath away!

Rediff.com23 Nov 2017

Breathtaking views of some of the world's most scenic landscapes have been showcased at this year's Epson International Pano Awards. In its eighth year, the event pays homage to the work of panoramic photographers worldwide and is the largest competition for panoramic photography. The competition was stiff with 5,377 entries from 1,322 photographers in 71 countries this year, battling it out for the top spots in five categories, for several special awards, and for some of the $50,000 in cash and prizes offered. The organisers were kind enough to share some of the winners and top scorers here.

Fake news and its dimensions

Fake news and its dimensions

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

Complicated social phenomena behind it, says Ajit Balakrishnan.

Ransomware hits 2 lakh in 150 countries

Ransomware hits 2 lakh in 150 countries

Rediff.com14 May 2017

The threat was 'escalating' as cyber experts warned that another attack was imminent in coming days.

Sheena murder: Custody extended, police say Indrani a hard nut to crack

Sheena murder: Custody extended, police say Indrani a hard nut to crack

Rediff.com5 Sep 2015

Police custody of the prime accused in the Sheena Bora murder case -- Indrani Mukerjea, Sanjeev Khanna and Shyamvar Rai -- was on Saturday extended till September seven by a local court.

How the Satyam case unfolded

How the Satyam case unfolded

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

On the basis of the complaint filed by Leena Mangat, the CB-CID had filed an FIR on Jan 9, 2009.

Draft data protection bill provides for Rs 15 cr fine for violation

Draft data protection bill provides for Rs 15 cr fine for violation

Rediff.com28 Jul 2018

The report touches on variety of issues including consent, rights of children, data protection authority and right to recall data.

For the benefit of Delhi we must work in tandem: Kejriwal tells Modi

For the benefit of Delhi we must work in tandem: Kejriwal tells Modi

Rediff.com25 Aug 2015

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal sought the Centre's cooperation irrespective of the differences in "political ideologies".

What we need: A toxin-free work culture

What we need: A toxin-free work culture

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

'What's the point in lamenting widespread toxic work culture, and the capitalist system that gives rise to it if there is no alternative?' 'Actually, there is,' says Ashish Sharma.

'Should I not go after the corrupt?' Modi defends demonetisation

'Should I not go after the corrupt?' Modi defends demonetisation

Rediff.com3 Dec 2016

Taking a dig at those who have been attacking him over demonetisation, he said, "Some people have lost glow on their faces... earlier they used to chant money-money, now they are chanting Modi-Modi."

How to have a holiday free from cyber threat

How to have a holiday free from cyber threat

Rediff.com22 Dec 2014

For a little over two weeks, a group called 'Guardians of Peace' released a new bit of leaked information about Sony almost every day.

Why is UIDAI cracking down on individuals hoarding Aadhaar data?

Why is UIDAI cracking down on individuals hoarding Aadhaar data?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2016

Private firms' offer to print Aadhaar details on plastic card a breach of law

Sheena Bora Trial: And Peter's back!

Sheena Bora Trial: And Peter's back!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

The warmest reception came from his soon-to-be ex wife Indrani, who on spying him getting out of the lift, muttered an "Oh dear!" and walked over to him, trailed by her police guards, wreathed in high-wattage smiles.

Will cops seek custody of Sheena murder accused again?

Will cops seek custody of Sheena murder accused again?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2015

All the three accused in the sensational Sheena Bora murder case -- Indrani Mukerjea, Sanjeev Khanna and Shyamvar Rai -- will be produced in a court in Mumbai as their police custody ends on Monday.

He Makes History Speak

He Makes History Speak

Rediff.com7 Jul 2018

'We like to tell the rest of the world that we did it better, that we were stronger, that we had larger cities, that we taught them science,' Naman Ahuja tells Anjali Puri. 'This exhibition is an antidote to insularity -- it is saying we have learnt as much from the world as we have given it.'

Porn ban: State cannot become the moral police, Centre tells SC

Porn ban: State cannot become the moral police, Centre tells SC

Rediff.com10 Aug 2015

The NDA government, under attack for blocking porn sites, on Monday told the Supreme Court that it does not believe in a "totalitarian" state and cannot become moral police.

'Women should become pillars of support for each other'

'Women should become pillars of support for each other'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

'You can't force people to change. You can only give them the option. Freedom is about options, whether you choose to be who you want to be,' says Kalki Koechlin.

'Laughter is so important these days'

'Laughter is so important these days'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2019

'Comedy comes naturally to me.'