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Amid Competition, Royal Enfield Steps on the Gas to Draw Future Road Map

Amid Competition, Royal Enfield Steps on the Gas to Draw Future Road Map

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

To come up with first EV by 2025, expects market to grow two to three-fold in the next ten years.

Deportation of some Indian students from Canada stayed: Sources

Deportation of some Indian students from Canada stayed: Sources

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

"Most of these students had gone to Canada during 2017-2019. After completing their studies, some of them obtained work permits, while others continue to study in Canada," said a source.

Mahua Moitra moves HC to restrict 'defamatory' content

Mahua Moitra moves HC to restrict 'defamatory' content

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

Trinamool Congress (TMC) member Mahua Moitra on Tuesday approached the Delhi high court seeking to restrain Bharatiya Janata Party MP Nishikant Dubey, an advocate and several social media platforms and media houses from posting, circulating or publishing any alleged fake and defamatory content against her.

Elon Musk's alarm over Twitter bots takes the lid off advertising frauds

Elon Musk's alarm over Twitter bots takes the lid off advertising frauds

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

Elon Musk's decision to drop the idea of acquiring Twitter over purported under-reporting of fake accounts due to the use of bots has opened a can of worms on what is a growing and crucial problem - advertisers who put in money based on these falsified numbers (which is the mainstay revenue of these platforms) are making losses; they are paying for bots in the guise of viewers. mFilterIt - a global digital and advertising (ad) fraud detection and protection company in India - says search engines like Google have the lowest average ad fraud rate of 10-12 per cent, based on the inference arrived at while working with clients that use these platforms. This means 10-12 per cent of the ad viewership is generated by machines.

Fake news: Trump on media criticism of his 100 days

Fake news: Trump on media criticism of his 100 days

Rediff.com30 Apr 2017

He told supporters that he was keeping 'one promise after another', dismissing criticism as 'fake news' by 'out of touch' journalists.

Fake TRPs: BARC welcomes Mumbai police probe

Fake TRPs: BARC welcomes Mumbai police probe

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

'As in all our previous cases of suspected panel homes intrusions, BARC India continues to follow its established vigilance and disciplinary guidelines... BARC India appreciates the efforts of the Mumbai Police and will provide the support asked of it,' a BARC India spokesperson said.

Karnataka approves cyber security policy for curbing crimes, data privacy

Karnataka approves cyber security policy for curbing crimes, data privacy

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Responding to a question, he said, "It may also deal with fake news, though there is no specific mention in this regard."

Centre supports plea for recusal of SC bench in Manipur fake encounters case

Centre supports plea for recusal of SC bench in Manipur fake encounters case

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

The petitioners, however, challenged the government's contention, saying this was an attempt to "overawe" the court

Mobile internet to be restored in Manipur today: CM

Mobile internet to be restored in Manipur today: CM

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh said that mobile internet services, which were suspended after ethnic violence erupted in the northeastern state on May 3, will be restored from Saturday.

Recent run drought impacted my mental health, says Kohli

Recent run drought impacted my mental health, says Kohli

Rediff.com27 Aug 2022

I was faking intensity, says 'mentally down' Kohli having not touched bat for month

How the 2019 poll ad campaigns will be different

How the 2019 poll ad campaigns will be different

Rediff.com23 Jan 2019

'Last time, there was an incumbent and a challenger. This year, the roles have been reversed.' 'The challenger is the incumbent and the ones ruling then are now the challengers.' 'So, the realities have changed and so have the electorate's expectations.'

Mumbai society vaccine scam: 2 held as residents suspect 'fake' shots

Mumbai society vaccine scam: 2 held as residents suspect 'fake' shots

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

Mumbai Police sources on Wednesday said that though the matter is still under investigation, what they found is that beneficiaries received their certificates but with different dates and locations of vaccination.

How Lyric Jain fights the Fake News menace

How Lyric Jain fights the Fake News menace

Rediff.com16 Aug 2018

The tools he uses are logic, the reputations of the sources, and how much emotions influence the content.

Govt to issue guidelines for social media influencers over endorsements

Govt to issue guidelines for social media influencers over endorsements

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

The government will soon come out with guidelines for social media influencers, making it mandatory for them to declare their association with the product they endorse, sources said.

Migrants attack: SC to hear on Apr 10 YouTuber's plea for clubbing of FIRs

Migrants attack: SC to hear on Apr 10 YouTuber's plea for clubbing of FIRs

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

The bench agreed to hear the matter at the end of the board during the day itself.

Israeli airstrike on Gaza hospital kills hundreds: Health officials

Israeli airstrike on Gaza hospital kills hundreds: Health officials

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

A Gaza civil defence chief stated on Al-Jazeera television that over 300 people were killed in the explosion at Al-Ahli al-Arabi Hospital.

Freedom of speech is most abused: SC on 'fake news' on Tablighis

Freedom of speech is most abused: SC on 'fake news' on Tablighis

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

The apex court pulled up the Centre for its "evasive" and "brazen" affidavit on the issue.

BJP candidate planning to kill Kharge, family: Congress

BJP candidate planning to kill Kharge, family: Congress

Rediff.com6 May 2023

At a press conference in Bengaluru on Saturday the Congress played an audio clip, claiming that the BJP candidate from Chittapur Manikanth Rathod used derogatory language for Kharge and could be heard talking about eliminating him and his family.

If Modi was educated, he wouldn't have...: Kejriwal

If Modi was educated, he wouldn't have...: Kejriwal

Rediff.com1 Apr 2023

"If there is a valid degree of Modi, why Gujarat University is not showing it," Kejriwal asked.

50% commission charge: FIR names X account handlers of Priyanka, Kamal Nath

50% commission charge: FIR names X account handlers of Priyanka, Kamal Nath

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

The letter claimed that the contractors in the state are being asked to pay 50 percent commission.

8 YouTube channels blocked for spreading disinformation against India

8 YouTube channels blocked for spreading disinformation against India

Rediff.com18 Aug 2022

The government on Thursday ordered blocking of eight YouTube channels, including one operating from Pakistan, for allegedly spreading disinformation related to India's national security, foreign relations and public order.

Parl passes bill allowing govt to take control of telecom services

Parl passes bill allowing govt to take control of telecom services

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

The Bill allows stopping of transmission and intercepting messages in case of public emergency, in the interest of the public, to prevent incitement for committing offence.

How scamsters are duping job seekers

How scamsters are duping job seekers

Rediff.com16 Nov 2012

With growing internet penetration and aspirations, there's a surge in the number of fraudsters issuing fake ads and decamping with the money.

Hasina wins 5th term as PM in poll marred by Oppn boycott, low turnout

Hasina wins 5th term as PM in poll marred by Oppn boycott, low turnout

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Sunday secured a record fourth straight term as her Awami League party won two-thirds of the seats in the general elections marred by sporadic violence and a boycott by the main opposition BNP and its allies.

'Biggest haul ever': Rs 150 cr in cash seized in tax raids on UP firm

'Biggest haul ever': Rs 150 cr in cash seized in tax raids on UP firm

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

Vivek Johri, the Chairman of Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) on Friday said that the cash recovery of approximately Rs 150 crore from searches in Kanpur at several locations related to Trimurti Fragrance is the 'biggest haul ever'.

Bigg Boss 16: Why's Salman ANGRY?

Bigg Boss 16: Why's Salman ANGRY?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

Namrata Thakker picks those who are and gives you the highlights of the show.

Thousands of toys from Hamleys, Archies fail quality test

Thousands of toys from Hamleys, Archies fail quality test

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

The government on Thursday said 18,600 toys have been seized in the last one month from major retail stores, including those of Hamleys and Archies, at airports and malls across India for lack of BIS quality mark and use of fake licences. Meanwhile, consumer protection regulator CCPA has also issued notices to three major e-commerce players -- Amazon, Flipkart and Snapdeal -- for alleged violation of toys quality control order, it said. Since January 1, 2021, the government has made it mandatory for toys to conform with safety norms specified by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), a national standard setting body.

Fake news: Govt may block mobile apps such as Facebook, WhatsApp

Fake news: Govt may block mobile apps such as Facebook, WhatsApp

Rediff.com7 Aug 2018

The government is also trying to curb child abuse and pornography and such platforms act as catalysts in these cases.

HC seeks status report from govt on illegal sale of medicines online

HC seeks status report from govt on illegal sale of medicines online

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

The petitioner's lawyer interjected the rules are being framed for the last 5-6 years but nothing concrete has been done yet.

PM, Shah trying to derail trial in fake encounter case: Congress

PM, Shah trying to derail trial in fake encounter case: Congress

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

The Congress on Wednesday dismissed as 'bundle of lies' the Bharatiya Janata Party's charge that Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi gave any direction to the then Home Minister P Chidambaram in the Ishrat Jahan case.

Six convicted by NIA court in 2009 fake currency case

Six convicted by NIA court in 2009 fake currency case

Rediff.com29 Jan 2014

A special National Investigation Agency court in Mumbai on Wednesday convicted six persons for possessing and circulating Fake Indian Currency Notes in May 2009.

Andhra cops give details of case against Chandrababu

Andhra cops give details of case against Chandrababu

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

This case revolves around the establishment of clusters of Centers of Excellence (CoEs) in the state of Andhra Pradesh, with a total estimated project value of Rs 3,300 crores.

Want a 'blue tick' on Twitter? Get ready to pay $20 a month

Want a 'blue tick' on Twitter? Get ready to pay $20 a month

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

Under the current plan, verified users would have 90 days to subscribe or lose their blue checkmark.

183 criminals killed in encounters since March 2017: UP Police

183 criminals killed in encounters since March 2017: UP Police

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

The number of policemen injured in them was 1,443 and 13 were killed, the data showed.

1980 Russian Olympic winner held in Goa drug bust

1980 Russian Olympic winner held in Goa drug bust

Rediff.com29 Apr 2023

Along with the Russian nationals, local citizen Akash has also been arrested, the official said, adding that further investigation was on.

US drone deal pending, price reports being spread with ulterior motives: Govt

US drone deal pending, price reports being spread with ulterior motives: Govt

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

It said the acceptance of necessity accorded to the procurement by the Defence Acquisition Council noted the estimated cost of $3,072 million as provided by the US government, adding the price will be negotiated once policy approval from Washington is received.

Siddaramaiah reaches out to MLAs amid reports of discontent

Siddaramaiah reaches out to MLAs amid reports of discontent

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

Legislators are said to be miffed and have complained that they had not been able to get work done in their constituencies, and also transfers (of Government servants) as requested, and have expressed unhappiness regarding Ministers, alleging non-cooperation.

Musk says holding off relaunch of Twitter's Blue Verified

Musk says holding off relaunch of Twitter's Blue Verified

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

Twitter's new owner Elon Musk has said the social media company is holding off the launch of a new system of issuing verified badges to users and could use different "colour checks" for authenticating organisations and individuals. In the days following Musk's $44 billion acquisition of Twitter, the billionaire entrepreneur announced that the Blue Tick verification badge, which authenticates a user or organisation on Twitter, will be available for a monthly fee of $8. "Holding off the relaunch of Blue Verified until there is high confidence in stopping impersonation.

CBI takes over probe in 4 cases involving Assam cop Rabha's death

CBI takes over probe in 4 cases involving Assam cop Rabha's death

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

The Central Bureau of Investigation has taken over the investigation of four distinct cases from the Assam police, all connected with the death of the state police sub-inspector Junmoni Rabha last month in a suspected road accident, according to officials.

Fake medicines worth $31 million seized in global crackdown

Fake medicines worth $31 million seized in global crackdown

Rediff.com23 May 2014

The crackdown also targeted 10,603 websites, leading them to be closed down or suspended through having their domain name or payment facilities removed.