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NC demands for immediate revocation of AFSPA again

NC demands for immediate revocation of AFSPA again

Rediff.com30 May 2015

The Omar-Abdullah led party said continuation of the Act was not in sync with the "significant" decrease in violence in the past six years.

SC upholds Aadhaar, says it's not needed for cellphones, banks

SC upholds Aadhaar, says it's not needed for cellphones, banks

Rediff.com27 Sep 2018

The apex court's five-judge Constitution bench headed by Chief Justice Dipak Misra said Aadhaar is meant to help benefits reach the marginalised sections of the society and takes into account the dignity of people not only from personal but also from community point of view.

Coming soon: Jan-Dhan banking on non-internet phones

Coming soon: Jan-Dhan banking on non-internet phones

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

Discussions are on in government about how to make the process simpler for the poor and more cost-effective for telecom operators, says Subhomoy Bhattacharjee.

Additional spectrum case: Relief to Sunil Mittal, Ravi Ruia

Additional spectrum case: Relief to Sunil Mittal, Ravi Ruia

Rediff.com9 Jan 2015

The apex court had on December 4 last year, reserved the verdict after hearing counsel for corporate honchos and the Central Bureau of Investigation.

PHOTOS: Chennai grapples with flood aftermath

PHOTOS: Chennai grapples with flood aftermath

Rediff.com5 Dec 2015

The flood-ravaged city was on Saturday struggling to return to normalcy with partial restoration of telecommunication and train services.

Cabinet nod to liberalise spectrum at Trai rates; RCom gains

Cabinet nod to liberalise spectrum at Trai rates; RCom gains

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

A liberalised spectrum allows operators to use any technology to deliver services like 3G and 4G.

Looking for a job? Try the telecom sector

Looking for a job? Try the telecom sector

Rediff.com3 May 2014

Indian telecom seems to be getting back on its feet.

Tata Tele may look to merge with rival, sell Viom stake

Tata Tele may look to merge with rival, sell Viom stake

Rediff.com28 Apr 2014

The company needs Rs 2,000 crore more in 2 years to repay debt.

Kanimozhi, A Raja, 15 others acquitted in 2G scam

Kanimozhi, A Raja, 15 others acquitted in 2G scam

Rediff.com22 Dec 2017

The court said a 'scam was created when there was none'.

Partnership with Jio a virtual merger: Anil Ambani

Partnership with Jio a virtual merger: Anil Ambani

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

Ambani said, in the telecom space, the focus will be on debt reduction, and the virtual merger did away with the need for major capex and will help towards this

21 arrested after attack at Wagah, nationwide alert sounded

21 arrested after attack at Wagah, nationwide alert sounded

Rediff.com3 Nov 2014

At least 21 people, including a suicide-bomber, were arrested on Monday and explosives and a suicide vest recovered from Wagah border area as all of Pakistan was put on red alert after 61 people were killed in a deadly terror attack at the Indo-Pak land border crossing.

'Spectrum bids won't result in high call rates'

'Spectrum bids won't result in high call rates'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

Spectrum was sold at about 68 per cent premium.

The Events of 2018

The Events of 2018

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

A glance back at some important events that occurred in 2018.

Telecom panel game for full number portability

Telecom panel game for full number portability

Rediff.com14 Jun 2014

Seeks clarification on a few issues such as enhancement of entry fee and performance bank guarantee from telecom regulator

Find out who, according to Akhilesh, disturbs UP's harmony

Find out who, according to Akhilesh, disturbs UP's harmony

Rediff.com23 Sep 2013

'Charging that some main political parties are trying to "dangerously" disturb the communal harmony in Uttar Pradesh ahead of Lok Sabha polls, Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Monday warned such forces of stringent action.

Indian handset companies import most of their devices

Indian handset companies import most of their devices

Rediff.com28 Apr 2014

Components manufactured in India are low-value products like casing and box packaging that constitute 5% of the bill for materials required in phone manufacturing.

With $22.7 billion in his kitty, Mukesh Ambani is India's richest

With $22.7 billion in his kitty, Mukesh Ambani is India's richest

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

The combined networth of India's 100 wealthiest is $381 billion (nearly Rs 25.5 lakh crore), a rise of 10 per cent from $ 345 billion in 2015

Despite its difficulties, India a valuable market for Vodafone

Despite its difficulties, India a valuable market for Vodafone

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

Country accounts for 38% of telco's global user base, 10% of total revenue

PHOTOS: Bravehearts battle floods to save stranded Kashmiris

PHOTOS: Bravehearts battle floods to save stranded Kashmiris

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

With flood waters receding, the armed forces have stepped up its rescue operations in Jammu and Kashmir

Will penalty end the problem of call drops?

Will penalty end the problem of call drops?

Rediff.com23 Oct 2015

A daily ceiling of Rs 3 translates into maximum annual penalty of Rs 1,095 for every subscriber.

Flipkart raises $1 bn funding, highest ever in Indian e-commerce

Flipkart raises $1 bn funding, highest ever in Indian e-commerce

Rediff.com29 Jul 2014

The company did not disclose its new holding pattern.

How not to get your credit/debit card hacked

How not to get your credit/debit card hacked

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

There are 7 key rules one can follow to ensure that the chances of such fraud are almost reduced to a negligible level when shopping online, says Anil Rego

Markets end flat amid volatility

Markets end flat amid volatility

Rediff.com24 Sep 2013

Markets snapped two-day losing streak and ended flat with a positive bias on Tuesday as gains in auto shares helped offset losses in IT majors.

Reliance's 'NIMBY' woes prove headache for India's digital push

Reliance's 'NIMBY' woes prove headache for India's digital push

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

RIL has faced protests from local authorities, activists and residents across India campaigning against masts and roadworks.

Spice Group's Modi plans shifting base to India

Spice Group's Modi plans shifting base to India

Rediff.com26 Jul 2013

Bhupendra Kumar Modi is the founder of $2-billion Spice Group.

Why ban Internet when alienation drives Kashmir protests?

Why ban Internet when alienation drives Kashmir protests?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2016

Mobile Internet, of course, helped Burhan Wani to spread his message. And some rumour-mongers at the inception of the current unrest spread falsehoods at least on two occasions, but why ban all mobile communication including cellular network and cable TV when deep-seated alienation among youth has shaped their ideology which is now playing out in the form of massive protests, asks Athar Parvaiz.

The woman who is giving Google sleepless nights

The woman who is giving Google sleepless nights

Rediff.com17 Apr 2015

In EU Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager, who has kickstarted the long-pending anti-trust investigation into Google, the internet search giant may have finally met its match.

Vodafone rings in the need for speed for IPL

Vodafone rings in the need for speed for IPL

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

The company has booked around 350 spots for the 2015 tournament.

6 airlines that offer the ultimate first-class amenities

6 airlines that offer the ultimate first-class amenities

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

With introduction of double-decked Airbus A380, the whole first class space has undergone transformation.

How Pak SIMs have bitterly divided the IB and Home Ministry

How Pak SIMs have bitterly divided the IB and Home Ministry

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

The Intelligence Bureau and the Research and Analysis Wing are at loggerheads with the Home Ministry for its proposal to allow international roaming for Pakistanis on Indian soil as they believe it will be misused. Vicky Nanjappa reports

Now, you can transfer money instantly to anyone on your contact list

Now, you can transfer money instantly to anyone on your contact list

Rediff.com2 Nov 2015

Chillr recently raised $5 million from Seqouia Capital.

Ratan Tata splits airlines on overseas rule

Ratan Tata splits airlines on overseas rule

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

The government is keeping its options open.

The cost of filing belated tax returns

The cost of filing belated tax returns

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

Returns for income earned till FY12-13 can be filed till March 31.

Over 1,42,000 people rescued in flood-hit J&K so far

Over 1,42,000 people rescued in flood-hit J&K so far

Rediff.com13 Sep 2014

Over 1,42,000 people have been rescued from the flood-ravaged parts of Jammu and Kashmir so far, as the relief operations launched by the Armed forces entered the 12th day on Saturday.

Sensex falls 130 points to end at 28,033; metals, power drag

Sensex falls 130 points to end at 28,033; metals, power drag

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Market breadth ended weak on the BSE with 1,838 declines against 1,218 advances.

Facebook revenue up 53%; users, mobile ads climb

Facebook revenue up 53%; users, mobile ads climb

Rediff.com25 Jul 2013

Mark Zuckerberg, the 29-year old chief executive who co-founded Facebook in his Harvard dorm room, said the company was beginning to reap the benefit of investments to retool certain products.

Banking gets faster, easier and highly secure

Banking gets faster, easier and highly secure

Rediff.com27 Jun 2016

New offerings by banks are changing the way you transact.

To hire or own a car: Which is cheaper?

To hire or own a car: Which is cheaper?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

The conversion from ownership to taxi hiring services is gaining ground.

Jack Ma and India's e-commerce mirage

Jack Ma and India's e-commerce mirage

Rediff.com10 Apr 2015

The Chinese billionaire and founder of Alibaba is said to be planning a significant investment in business to business e-tailing as well as payment services and logistics companies.

Xiaomi Redmi 1S: A blockbuster phone way ahead of its rivals

Xiaomi Redmi 1S: A blockbuster phone way ahead of its rivals

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

With minimal advertising and superb viral trends the company has created a buzz like no other and Redmi 1s is definitely worth the wait.