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How Sony Xperia raced ahead of the Samsung S9!

How Sony Xperia raced ahead of the Samsung S9!

Rediff.com28 Feb 2018

All you need to know about the Sony Xperia XZ2 and Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact.

Rohit Tiwari and the right of a wronged child

Rohit Tiwari and the right of a wronged child

Rediff.com17 May 2019

Rohit Shekhar's successful legal fight established the right of a child -- at any age -- to know his paternity.

Update available: How your digital wallet is becoming safer after demonetization

Update available: How your digital wallet is becoming safer after demonetization

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

With the use of e-wallets gaining momentum after the note ban, e-wallet service providers have doubled down on developing new security features in their apps. Sharath Chowdary reports.

The Realme X Review

The Realme X Review

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

Priced at Rs 19,999 for the 8GB RAM variant, the Realme X is a power performer; the phone's UI and plastic build are a bit of a let-down, however, says Khalid Anzar.

Samsung Galaxy On6: Is it worth Rs 14,000?

Samsung Galaxy On6: Is it worth Rs 14,000?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

It's a twin of Samsung Galaxy J6, launched only a couple of months ago.

With Asus ZenBook 3, who wants the MacBook?

With Asus ZenBook 3, who wants the MacBook?

Rediff.com29 Nov 2016

Given its price, the Asus ZenBook 3 isn't for everyone. But if you want an ultraportable packed with features, don't mind carrying along adapters and don't want a MacBook, this one's a no-brainer, says Abhik Sen.

Honor 9 Lite: A premium smartphone in a budget

Honor 9 Lite: A premium smartphone in a budget

Rediff.com31 Jan 2018

The Honor 9 Lite sports a premium glass design, dual-camera set-ups on the front and rear, and a futuristic 18:9 aspect ratio screen at a starting price of Rs 10,999, says Khalid Anzar

Jackie Chan wins Oscar after 56 years of movie-making!

Jackie Chan wins Oscar after 56 years of movie-making!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2016

'After 56 years in the film industry, making over 200 films, I've broken so many bones, finally this is mine. I want to thank you, Hong Kong, such an incredible city, my hometown, my hood, who make me.'

Is the Vivo V5 Plus worth a buy?

Is the Vivo V5 Plus worth a buy?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2017

Almost all smartphones are focusing more on the secondary or the 'selfie' camera.

Buying Google Pixel XL? 8 things you must know

Buying Google Pixel XL? 8 things you must know

Rediff.com23 Nov 2016

Himanshu Juneja reviews the best phone yet from Google

UIDAI introduces 'Virtual ID' to address privacy concerns

UIDAI introduces 'Virtual ID' to address privacy concerns

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

The Virtual ID, which would be a random 16-digit number, together with biometrics of the user would give any authorised agency limited details like name, address and photograph, which are enough for any verification.

Review: Is the Honor 20i worth Rs 14,999?

Review: Is the Honor 20i worth Rs 14,999?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2019

The Honor 20i is a complete package in the budget smartphone segment, says Khalid Anzar.

The full list of exciting technology and gadgets expected in 2018

The full list of exciting technology and gadgets expected in 2018

Rediff.com5 Jan 2018

The new year holds the promise of great innovations and inventions.

Aadhaar: Data everywhere, little left to steal

Aadhaar: Data everywhere, little left to steal

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

'Every Indian citizen is already exposed to massive digital surveillance and most are already vulnerable to data theft and cyber-impersonation as well,' points out Devangshu Datta.

Bangladeshi national in US charged with aiding Islamic State

Bangladeshi national in US charged with aiding Islamic State

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

Nelash Mohamed Das, a resident of Hyattsville in Maryland, he faces 20 years in prison on conviction.

Jisha murder case: Convict sentenced to death

Jisha murder case: Convict sentenced to death

Rediff.com14 Dec 2017

Ernakulam Principal Sessions court judge N Anil Kumar awarded the death penalty to Ameerul Islam, a migrant labourer from Assam, for committing murder of the law student at nearby Perumbavoor.

India gives Pak evidence of its involvement in Uri attack

India gives Pak evidence of its involvement in Uri attack

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

Apart from GPS content, India has recovered a number of items that included communication matrix sheets and equipment, other made in Pakistan stuff like food, medicines and clothes, which were shown to Basit.

Google launches Nexus 5X, 6P starting at Rs 31,900

Google launches Nexus 5X, 6P starting at Rs 31,900

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

The Nexus 5X features a 5.2-inch screen, 2GB RAM, 12.3 MP rear and 5MP front camera and a 2,700 mAh battery.

OnePlus 5T: What's better than OnePlus 5, what's not

OnePlus 5T: What's better than OnePlus 5, what's not

Rediff.com23 Nov 2017

It's a true budget flagship smartphone.

Make your mobile theft-proof in 4 easy steps

Make your mobile theft-proof in 4 easy steps

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

Losing a phone has become even more costly after the government's push for a cashless society

Hello 2017: What new mobiles can we expect?

Hello 2017: What new mobiles can we expect?

Rediff.com28 Dec 2016

This year saw a lot of innovations in mobile phones, and next year will be even more interesting.

Progressive Kannada scholar shot dead

Progressive Kannada scholar shot dead

Rediff.com30 Aug 2015

Noted Kannada scholar and researcher, M M Kalburgi, who often courted controversies with his outspoken stand on various issues including idol worship, was shot dead at point-blank range by two unidentified men at his residence in Dharwad, Karnataka on Sunday.

First AirAsia victim laid to rest as search for blackbox continues

First AirAsia victim laid to rest as search for blackbox continues

Rediff.com2 Jan 2015

The first funeral for a victim of AirAsia Flight QZ8501 was held on Thursday, as officials vowed an 'all out effort' to recover the other passengers' bodies from the sea.

SEE: Is OnePlus 7T Pro worth Rs 53,999?

SEE: Is OnePlus 7T Pro worth Rs 53,999?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

The OnePlus 7T Pro is a super performer packed with great specifications like good looks, good camera, great software experience and the latest hardware.

'For any technology in force today there are security risks'

'For any technology in force today there are security risks'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2017

After acquiring Grama Vidiyal Microfinance last year, IDFC Bank is looking for opportunities to strengthen its retail capabilities, says Rajiv Lall, its chief,

Moto E5, Moto E5 Plus come with a massive advantage

Moto E5, Moto E5 Plus come with a massive advantage

Rediff.com11 Jul 2018

But how do they compare with their competitors? Ashish Narsale has the answer.

Sheena Bora Case: Peter celebrates another birthday in jail

Sheena Bora Case: Peter celebrates another birthday in jail

Rediff.com20 Nov 2019

It will be his fifth birthday in jail as an undertrial. He was arrested two days before his birthday in 2015. Tuesday also marked Peter's fourth year in jail.

Can Samsung's cheap Galaxy On7 Prime fight Chinese brands?

Can Samsung's cheap Galaxy On7 Prime fight Chinese brands?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2018

Review: It offers Samsung Mall, a first of its kind shopping app, in addition to usual features.

What were you thinking Moto?

What were you thinking Moto?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

If you haven't already bought the Xiaomi or the Asus, you may consider Moto's One Power for its notch display, better upgrades and battery-life.

Coming soon: The new Samsung Galaxy A7, A5 and A3

Coming soon: The new Samsung Galaxy A7, A5 and A3

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

Poised for a global release soon and priced between Rs 25,000-40,000 bracket, the refreshed versions of these A series phones will quite be head turners, says Himanshu Juneja.

Be very afraid of the biometric regime

Be very afraid of the biometric regime

Rediff.com4 May 2016

There are unprecedented political implications of identification based on 'biological attributes of an individual', such as employed by Aadhaar, warns Gopal Krishna.

Police cracks Nizam's Museum theft case, arrests 2 history-sheeters

Police cracks Nizam's Museum theft case, arrests 2 history-sheeters

Rediff.com11 Sep 2018

A gold tiffin box inlaid with diamonds, a cup studded with rubies, diamonds and emeralds, a saucer and a spoon, belonging to the 7th Nizam Nawab Mir Osman Ali Khan Bahadur, were recovered from the accused.

The Sacred Games 2 Review

The Sacred Games 2 Review

Rediff.com16 Aug 2019

Sacred Games 2 is an upgrade, and is shaping up to be one of India's great cultural events, feels Sreehari Nair.

Asus vs Redmi: The fight for India's best budget phone

Asus vs Redmi: The fight for India's best budget phone

Rediff.com2 May 2018

Has Asus cooked the right recipe to dethrone Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro as India's best selling budget phone?

Xiaomi Redmi 4: Should you buy it for 7k?

Xiaomi Redmi 4: Should you buy it for 7k?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

The handset delivers on build quality, battery, design, ergonomics and a pretty decent display. The camera performance is not exactly ground breaking, but the price tag covers up for that slight blip, says Himanshu Juneja

Uttarakhand: Mass cremations to begin after DNA sampling

Uttarakhand: Mass cremations to begin after DNA sampling

Rediff.com26 Jun 2013

Incense materials comprising ghee and aromatic woods have been despatched to Kedarnath

Should you buy Moto G4 Plus for Rs 15k?

Should you buy Moto G4 Plus for Rs 15k?

Rediff.com27 May 2016

Himanshu Juneja takes a closer...

5 things we would like to see in the new Honda City

5 things we would like to see in the new Honda City

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

The Honda City facelift is likely to be launched in the early part of 2017

Database State to Surveillance State

Database State to Surveillance State

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

The plan of UID/Aadhaar-based surveillance does not end with the collection of fingerprints and iris scan, it goes quite beyond it and poses a lethal threat to the idea of India, says Gopal Krishna.

Xiaomi Mi Max: Should you buy it for Rs 16k?

Xiaomi Mi Max: Should you buy it for Rs 16k?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2016

Himanshu Juneja takes a closer look to find out what the phablet from Xiaomi is all about.