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Sibal writes to states for special status to mobiles

Sibal writes to states for special status to mobiles

Rediff.com12 Feb 2013

It will help to lower their costs by 7-8 per cent.

Top 10: Windows 8 notebooks under Rs 40k

Top 10: Windows 8 notebooks under Rs 40k

Rediff.com7 Apr 2013

Workhorses all, they offer the best value for your money on the latest Windows platform

Top 5 DSLRs in India under for Rs 35,000 or less

Top 5 DSLRs in India under for Rs 35,000 or less

Rediff.com31 Mar 2013

There are so many DSLR cameras available in India, that too at mouth-watering price ranges. To make your choice easy and simple, here is a list of top 5 in India in no particular order followed.

Check out these 2 new tablet PCs

Check out these 2 new tablet PCs

Rediff.com6 Feb 2012

Whether on a budget or not, no one wants to buy a gadget that would not suit their computing needs.

BSF to put up smart fence to plug loopholes in border security

BSF to put up smart fence to plug loopholes in border security

Rediff.com26 Nov 2014

In order to plug loopholes in the porous and unfenced borders along Pakistan and Bangladesh, India will soon set up a 'smart fence' mechanism as part of an over Rs 4,500-crore modernisation plan being implemented by the Border Security Force.

Now, flexible 'paper tablet' that can be twisted

Now, flexible 'paper tablet' that can be twisted

Rediff.com8 Jan 2013

Developed by Queen's University in Canada in collaboration with Plastic Logic and Intel Labs, it could lead to revolutionary new gadgets that are virtually unbreakable -- and as thin as a piece of paper.

How good is the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5?

How good is the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2018

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5 will impress multimedia enthusiasts.

In financial mess after festive splurge? Here's what to do

In financial mess after festive splurge? Here's what to do

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

Many would have racked up debt this Diwali, using credit cards and consumer loans. Here are a few simple steps on how to fix your financial mess, says Bindisha Sarang.

Got a new job? Check out these five money tips

Got a new job? Check out these five money tips

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

Is the latest mobile or car or a house the goal? If so, the savings and investments should be aimed at catering to it. The amount needed has to be worked out, and money needs to be saved, accordingly, suggests Sarbajeet K Sen.

How Tumblr founder became a multi-millionaire at 26

How Tumblr founder became a multi-millionaire at 26

Rediff.com27 May 2013

David Karp sold his Tumblr blogging service to Yahoo for $1.1 billion.

Laptop vs Tablet: Which one to pick?

Laptop vs Tablet: Which one to pick?

Rediff.com22 May 2013

Laptops and tablets differ in size, battery life storage capacity, performance, Operating Software and cost too.

Setters review: Shoddy take on education mafia

Setters review: Shoddy take on education mafia

Rediff.com3 May 2019

'Even if Setters shows no inclination to understand the dark desperation that drives parents to buy marks for undeserving children, it could've made a little more effort to be sly or suspenseful,' says Sukanya Verma.

Romanian hacker plans to protect world's ATMs!

Romanian hacker plans to protect world's ATMs!

Rediff.com21 May 2013

Valentin Boanta, sitting in his jail cell, proudly explains the device he has invented could make the world's ATMs impregnable even to tech-savvy criminals.

Muslim boy from Sangh Parivar school tops Assam Class X exams

Muslim boy from Sangh Parivar school tops Assam Class X exams

Rediff.com1 Jun 2016

A Muslim boy from humble background, Sarfaraz Hussain, has topped Class X exams from a school backed by Sangh Parivar in Betkuchi near Guwahati in Assam.

Now, an airbag to protect smartphone from cracking

Now, an airbag to protect smartphone from cracking

Rediff.com17 Dec 2012

The system uses motion sensors, already built into most smartphones, to detect when a phone has been dropped -- and the mini airbag is then deployed before it hits the floor.

Apple's shares swallow biggest loss in 4 years

Apple's shares swallow biggest loss in 4 years

Rediff.com6 Dec 2012

Possible higher dividend, capital gains taxes weigh.

Impress your Valentine with these smartphones

Impress your Valentine with these smartphones

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

We sincerely hope this list suits your requirement and this Valentine's Day brings all the love and joy in your life.

How to clean your touchscreen SAFELY

How to clean your touchscreen SAFELY

Rediff.com7 Feb 2013

Protect your gadget's gorgeous touchschreen by following these steps.

How a smartphone can help you save money

How a smartphone can help you save money

Rediff.com15 Nov 2012

A look at all the things your smartphone has replaced and thus helped you save a lot of money.

Airhostess suicide: HC reserves order on Kanda's bail

Airhostess suicide: HC reserves order on Kanda's bail

Rediff.com14 Aug 2012

Absconding former Haryana minister Gopal Goyal Kanda's anticipatory bail plea was opposed in the Delhi high court on Tuesday by the police, which said his custodial interrogation was necessary to unearth the conspiracy leading to the suicide of his former employee Geetika Sharma.

iPad 4 and iPad Mini: Too fast and too late

iPad 4 and iPad Mini: Too fast and too late

Rediff.com29 Oct 2012

Will Apple continue to maintain its supremacy in the tablet market with the iPad Mini and iPad 4?

Top 6 budget tabs with big screens

Top 6 budget tabs with big screens

Rediff.com25 Mar 2013

A list of Android-based tabs that have big screens and are pocket-friendly.

Uttar Pradesh to deploy drones to disperse mobs

Uttar Pradesh to deploy drones to disperse mobs

Rediff.com3 Apr 2015

Drones will soon perform a special task in the state capital apart from functioning as eyes in the sky with the Lucknow Police planning to use them for dispersing mobs.

Samsung warns of difficult 2016 as smartphone market peaks

Samsung warns of difficult 2016 as smartphone market peaks

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

Says that 'challenging business conditions' would remain in current quarter, even as it posted an operating profit of $5.05 billion for December quarter

Review: Google Nexus 4

Review: Google Nexus 4

Rediff.com19 Mar 2013

Get Ahead reader Rohit Kadam reviews Google Nexus 4.

Practice these yoga poses for better posture

Practice these yoga poses for better posture

Rediff.com16 Dec 2012

The Art of Living Foundation shares certain yoga practices that can help improve your posture.

Meet the 'quiet and confident' CEO of Infosys

Meet the 'quiet and confident' CEO of Infosys

Rediff.com14 Sep 2012

Sarojini Damodaran Shibulal, the 57-year old CEO of Infosys, is a true geek.

Now, a dancing robot that can groove to your tunes

Now, a dancing robot that can groove to your tunes

Rediff.com13 Sep 2012

Researchers at Georgia Technology developed the gyrating Robotic dock that looks like a bizarre futuristic table lamp, but in fact is a fully featured dancing robot called 'Shimi'

How to bring down your auto insurance cost

How to bring down your auto insurance cost

Rediff.com19 Nov 2012

Installing good anti-theft devices can reduce your premium by 2-3%.

Four must-have smartphone apps for women

Four must-have smartphone apps for women

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

Get Ahead reader Elizabeth Joseph lists four apps that women can use in emergencies.

Megan unveils lingerie pics and more fashion news!

Megan unveils lingerie pics and more fashion news!

Rediff.com26 Oct 2012

Welcome to the weekly fashion round-up, where we bring you the latest on supermodels, style, designers and everything in-between!

'Every challenge we face makes us reflect and learn'

'Every challenge we face makes us reflect and learn'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2012

Debutant author Upendra Namburi who took up his first summer job when he was 17 and has spent the last 16 years in the FMCG, banking and financial services talks of the highs and lows that go with writing a novel.

IN PICS: James Bond's sexy new bike

IN PICS: James Bond's sexy new bike

Rediff.com23 Jul 2012

The British superspy will ride the Honda CRF 250R in the latest movie, Skyfall.

Who needs TikTok? Bharat has its very own alternatives

Who needs TikTok? Bharat has its very own alternatives

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

Chingari, Roposo, Khabri and Trell are seeing huge traction as people are looking at options to earn incentives from home. Music streaming app Gaana, which is strongly placed in the market with 150 million users, recently opened up its short video platform for subscribers.

PICS: The world's first SMART bag

PICS: The world's first SMART bag

Rediff.com2 Dec 2012

Get Ahead reader Shashank PM, a Class IX ICSE student from Pondicherry, tells you what all this magic bag can do for your smartphones and gadgets.

Terrorists using online social networks, says government

Terrorists using online social networks, says government

Rediff.com14 Dec 2011

Asked whether online social networking has become a a big tool for criminals and terrorists, Minister of state for Home Affairs Mullappally Ramachandran said, "Yes sir, The criminals and terrorists are using online social networking. The Delhi police, however, is continuously upgrading its technological strength by inducting latest components/gadget to counter this challenge."

Are YOU suffering from Computer Vision Syndrome?

Are YOU suffering from Computer Vision Syndrome?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2012

You may not know it but Computer Vision Syndrome or CVS is more common than you can imagine. Read on to find out if you're a victim too.

Ignorance, non-disclosure can result in claim rejection

Ignorance, non-disclosure can result in claim rejection

Rediff.com7 Nov 2012

Don't rely on agent to fill your form or hide any information. Doing so, can result in rejection of claim.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2, Galaxy S III pre-orders begin

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2, Galaxy S III pre-orders begin

Rediff.com22 May 2012

Indian gadget freaks will be able to lay their hands on the sexy Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 and the sexier Galaxy S III by the end of this month.

Experts count the vast treasure of Kerala temple

Experts count the vast treasure of Kerala temple

Rediff.com20 Feb 2012

The process of valuation of the treasures found at the Sri Padmanabhaswami Temple at Thiruvananthapuram will officially commence from February 20. M Velayudhan Nair, coordinator of the experts committee appointed by the Supreme Court, on Thursday said that apart from the members of the committee, three additional experts will participate in the valuation process.Trial valuation has already commenced on Thursday and the results of this would be informed to the apex court.