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ISRO's smallest rocket completes final test flight

ISRO's smallest rocket completes final test flight

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched its third and final developmental flight of Small Satellite Launch Vehicle here on Friday whose payloads can be used in applications like satellite-based surveillance, disaster and environmental monitoring, fire detection, volcanic activity among others.

Must-knows about your phone's fingerprint scanner

Must-knows about your phone's fingerprint scanner

Rediff.com13 Aug 2018

The growing use of mobile phones for storing personal data has become a security concern, says Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com.

Review: Is the OnePlus 7 Pro worth Rs 58,000?

Review: Is the OnePlus 7 Pro worth Rs 58,000?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2019

The OnePlus 7 Pro may not be a budget flagship phone, but it definitely offers the best 'value for money'.

Army inducts upgraded L70 anti-aircraft guns along China border

Army inducts upgraded L70 anti-aircraft guns along China border

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

In a major boost to its fire power, the Indian Army has deployed a sizeable number of upgraded L70 anti-aircraft guns in the high mountains along the Line of Actual Control in Arunachal Pradesh in addition to its existing M-777 howitzers and Swedish Bofors guns, officials said on Wednesday.

China bids to legitimise claim over Tibet through...

China bids to legitimise claim over Tibet through...

Rediff.com19 May 2023

China is trying to legitimise its claim over Tibet through museums, and cultural institutions in the region, according to Tibet Rights Collective.

This camera is mirrorless! And it costs more than diamonds!!

This camera is mirrorless! And it costs more than diamonds!!

Rediff.com19 Jul 2019

Fujifilm leaps ahead of mirrorless camera competition by launching its GFX 100, a 102MP medium format CMOS sensor camera and two new Fujinon large format cinema zoom lenses named the Premista series.

Far Out: Check out what's new from Apple's iPhone 14 event

Far Out: Check out what's new from Apple's iPhone 14 event

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

The Apple 'Far Out' event, which was one of the most anticipated tech events of the year, finally happened on Wednesday, bringing new gadgets galore including new iPhones, new watches and new AirPods. However, for those who missed it, worry not, here's the roundup.

Apple unveils iPhone 14: Satellite SOS, no SIM tray in US

Apple unveils iPhone 14: Satellite SOS, no SIM tray in US

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

Apple unveiled its highly anticipated iPhone 14 during its 'Far Out' event on Wednesday along with the iPhone 14 Plus variant, the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max. This new lineup is inspired by the iPhone 13, with sharp metal edges, rounded corners, a glass back, the recognisable notch at the top of the handset, and a lightning port.

Review: Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus

Review: Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

Is the phone worth its hefty price tag? Khalid Anzar has the answer.

India successfully test-fires Brahmos missile

India successfully test-fires Brahmos missile

Rediff.com21 Jan 2022

With new added technologies, including the control system, the missile was test-fired from the Integrated Test Range (ITR) launch pad-III at Chandipur around 10.45 am, said a source at the Defence Research and Development Organisation.

'Pralay', India's new-generation missile, test-fired again

'Pralay', India's new-generation missile, test-fired again

Rediff.com23 Dec 2021

'In today's launch, the 'Pralay' missile was tested for heavier payload and different range to prove the precision and lethality of the weapon'

Review: Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite

Review: Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite

Rediff.com26 Feb 2020

The OnePlus, so dominant in the premium mid-range segment, finally has competition.

Airports Authority may procure two counter-drone systems

Airports Authority may procure two counter-drone systems

Rediff.com14 Nov 2021

The The Airports Authority of India is likely to procure two counter-drone systems worth Rs 9.9 crore in 2022-23, according to an official document.

What's unique about Vivo X21 UD's fingerprint scanner?

What's unique about Vivo X21 UD's fingerprint scanner?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

The sensor lies embedded underneath the OLED display which is almost invisible.

Would you buy the OPPO Reno 3 Pro for Rs 29,990?

Would you buy the OPPO Reno 3 Pro for Rs 29,990?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com lists the pros and the cons.

India successfully tests Abhyas high-speed expendable aerial target

India successfully tests Abhyas high-speed expendable aerial target

Rediff.com22 Oct 2021

The vehicle can be used as an aerial target for evaluation of various missile systems.

'We are the eyes and brain of the missile'

'We are the eyes and brain of the missile'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

'Our sensors allow the missile to locate and identify the target even if it's on the move.'

Review: The Oppo Reno 2

Review: The Oppo Reno 2

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

The Oppo Reno 2 offers a balanced mix of design, performance and imaging, says Khalid Anzar.

Is Xiaomi's 108 megapixel phone worth Rs 2 lakh?

Is Xiaomi's 108 megapixel phone worth Rs 2 lakh?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

With a massive 108 megapixel camera and bezel-less wrap around display, Xiaomi's Mi Mix Alpha comes in a protective glass body that may tempt you to own it. But is it worth the price?

Jio to invest Rs 2 lakh cr in 5G; rollout in metros by Diwali

Jio to invest Rs 2 lakh cr in 5G; rollout in metros by Diwali

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani on Monday announced a Rs 2 lakh crore investment in deploying fifth-generation or 5G telephony with rollout in metro cities by Diwali. Jio, the nation's largest telecom operator, has deployed standalone 5G stack rather than upgrading the existing 4G network, to offer ultra-high speed internet, he said at Reliance Industries' 45th AGM.

Coming soon: Oppo's innovative Find X

Coming soon: Oppo's innovative Find X

Rediff.com19 Jun 2018

After the Vivo NEX launch, it's the turn of its sibling, the Find X, to dazzle you.

Air-to-air missile Astra test-fired from Sukhoi-30 MKI

Air-to-air missile Astra test-fired from Sukhoi-30 MKI

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

The sophisticated missile, which has a strike range of over 70 km, can fly towards the target at a speed of over 5,555 km per hour.

Top flagship phones and their wow features

Top flagship phones and their wow features

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

Ashish Narsale lists the features of the phones that are the rage this festive season.

IN PICS: Top 5 camera smartphones

IN PICS: Top 5 camera smartphones

Rediff.com24 Sep 2012

While there are a plethora of mobile phones with camera functionality that offer near professional imaging quality, here are the best five available in market today.

Should you buy OnePlus 6?

Should you buy OnePlus 6?

Rediff.com18 May 2018

OnePlus 6 comes to India packed with loads of features.

Huawei P30 Pro's 50x digital zoom is not a gimmick

Huawei P30 Pro's 50x digital zoom is not a gimmick

Rediff.com3 May 2019

The Huawei P30 Pro has unmatched imaging capabilities, says Khalid Anzar.

Preview: Google Pixel 4a

Preview: Google Pixel 4a

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

The Google Pixel 4a mobile phone, discovers Ashish Narsale, is all about photography and software experience.

Top 5: Bestselling digital cameras

Top 5: Bestselling digital cameras

Rediff.com29 Jul 2013

A quick look at this year's bestsellers so far

PHOTOS: Top 5 camera smartphones

PHOTOS: Top 5 camera smartphones

Rediff.com20 Dec 2011

These sexy machines are more like cameras with a mobile phone functionality. Watch out for these super efficent camera phones.

First look: The Google Pixel 4

First look: The Google Pixel 4

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com brings you the details.

First Look: Sony launches the Xperia 5

First Look: Sony launches the Xperia 5

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

The Sony Xperia 5 inherits almost all the features from its flagship sibling, Xperia 1, launched earlier this year.

India aims for defence hardware production, not assembly workshop: Rajnath

India aims for defence hardware production, not assembly workshop: Rajnath

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

Singh made the remarks while addressing a "CEOs' Roundtable" at the 14th edition of Aero India at the Yelahanka Air Force station complex on the outskirts of Bengaluru.

46 coastal sites to be monitored from November

46 coastal sites to be monitored from November

Rediff.com27 Apr 2010

India will deploy an indigenously built coastal surveillance system in 46 strategic western and eastern locations in the country from this November to check intrusions from sea and counter such threats, officials said on Tuesday.

India successfully tests scramjet demonstrator aircraft

India successfully tests scramjet demonstrator aircraft

Rediff.com12 Jun 2019

The HSTDV is an unmanned scramjet demonstration aircraft for hypersonic speed flight, it can cruise at a speed of mach 6 and move up to an altitude of 32.5 km (20 miles) in 20 seconds, the sources said.

5 days on, no trace of missing IAF plane

5 days on, no trace of missing IAF plane

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

'The IAF has flown more than 100 hours in search operations. No effort is being spared to locate the missing aircraft,' the statement added.

No trace of missing AN-32 as op continues for 3rd day

No trace of missing AN-32 as op continues for 3rd day

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

Search operation by IAF and Indian Army helicopters was adversely affected by weather during the day today

Massive search ops continue for missing IAF aircraft

Massive search ops continue for missing IAF aircraft

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

A fleet of fixed wing aircraft and choppers have been deployed to locate the missing Antonov AN-32 aircraft, officials said.

Would you pay Rs 50,000 for the Google Pixel 5?

Would you pay Rs 50,000 for the Google Pixel 5?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

Will the Pixel 5 and the Pixel 4a 5G phones tempt you? Are they worth their price?

US to use balloons to spot enemies

US to use balloons to spot enemies

Rediff.com30 Sep 2004

Blimps are large balloon-like contraptions high up in the air, hitherto used to advertise products.

First look: Huawei's Mate 30 series

First look: Huawei's Mate 30 series

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

Huawei the Chinese phone maker unveiled its Huawei Mate 30 series phones, the Huawei Mate 30 Pro and the Mate 30 in an event in Munich, Germany on 19th September 2019.