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'Dhritarashtra' EC is helping 'Duryodhana' BJP win elections: Kejriwal

'Dhritarashtra' EC is helping 'Duryodhana' BJP win elections: Kejriwal

Rediff.com10 Apr 2017

The Delhi CM said that the people of India won't forgive the Election Commission and the BJP for manipulating the Constitution.

Best investment options for the next 10 years

Best investment options for the next 10 years

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

'Internet, healthcare and life insurance are a few sectors which offer solid long-term decadal potential.'

Ban political ads in newspapers 48 hrs before polling: EC to Centre

Ban political ads in newspapers 48 hrs before polling: EC to Centre

Rediff.com8 Aug 2016

As of now, political advertisements are barred in electronic media, including TV, radio and social media platforms.

Chennai to London: What my remote internship taught me

Chennai to London: What my remote internship taught me

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

'The internship made me realise that pursuing online courses will not add any value if one does not know where to apply it in the real world.'

World's first quantum computing machine built in China

World's first quantum computing machine built in China

Rediff.com3 May 2017

Last year, the researchers had developed the world's best single photon source based on semiconductor quantum dots.

The visionary who made Indian IT industry global

The visionary who made Indian IT industry global

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

One should appreciate the sagacity and audacity of JRD and Nani Palkhivala in founding TCS on April 1, 1968. At that time there was no Microsoft or Intel, SAP or Accenture, much less Google.
They needed a person who could build and execute their vision: A frontiersman; a problem solver and an institution builder. It was their and India's good fortune that Faqir Chand Kohli more than measured up to their requirements and indeed laid the foundation to take TCS to unimaginable heights and to the giant success that it is today. Shivanand Kanavi salutes the incomparable F C Kohli, who passed into the ages last week.

Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT: The sophisticated SUV

Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT: The sophisticated SUV

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT: The sophisticated SUV

Stimulus package: 'Bank lending targets unfeasible'

Stimulus package: 'Bank lending targets unfeasible'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

Former RBI governor R Gandhi said that the RBI needs to re-introduce a one-time restructuring package and mere moratoriums will not suffice in unprecedented times like the COVID-19 pandemic.

Country's rulers 'butchers', they save animals and kill humans: Sena

Country's rulers 'butchers', they save animals and kill humans: Sena

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

In an editorial in its mouthpiece 'Saamana', the Sena doubted the mandate with which the Modi government came to power, alleging elections were won through money, misuse of power and tampering of electronic voting machines.

Samsung's virtual assistant Bixby gets smarter

Samsung's virtual assistant Bixby gets smarter

Rediff.com30 Oct 2017

Can Bixby 2.0 take on Siri and Alexa?

PHOTOS: NDA leaders meet over dinner ahead of results

PHOTOS: NDA leaders meet over dinner ahead of results

Rediff.com22 May 2019

The dinner was followed by a meeting in which nearly two dozen allies facilitated Prime Minister Modi.

What works for Toyota Yaris, what doesn't

What works for Toyota Yaris, what doesn't

Rediff.com30 May 2018

The Toyota Yaris was finally launched in India last month. Rajesh Alva/Rediff.com offers a quick checklist of what appeals to him about the car, and what doesn't.

IEEMA seeks customs duty at 10 per cent

IEEMA seeks customs duty at 10 per cent

Rediff.com14 Mar 2012

Government should provide a level playing field to domestic manufacturers by making customs duty @ 10 per cent, CVD @ NIL and SAD @ 4 per cent on all categories of power projects including power generation, transmission and distribution projects in line with other infrastructure projects like roads, airports, ports, railways, transport terminals, bridges, tunnels and dams.

The Russian village where even eyelashes freeze!

The Russian village where even eyelashes freeze!

Rediff.com18 Jan 2018

Welcome to Oymyakon, a remote Siberian village, where the average temperature in January is -50 degree Celsius and inhabitants' eye lashes freeze solid mere moments after stepping outside. This year, Oymyakon's temperatures reached a near record-low at -60 degree Celsius, causing the town's digital thermometer -- which was installed to entertain tourists -- to break! Take a look.

DTH industry demands duty reduction

DTH industry demands duty reduction

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

The DTH industry has to pay entertainment tax to state governments and service tax to the central government.

UP portfolios announced; Adityanath retains home

UP portfolios announced; Adityanath retains home

Rediff.com22 Mar 2017

The list has been sent to Governor Ram Naik for approval.

Why Sony's latest home theatre is best for you

Why Sony's latest home theatre is best for you

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

The Sony HT-S700RF home theatre ticks all the right boxes for a music fanatic says Aparna Banerjea.

Sitharaman unveils new Covid recovery package, expands credit relief

Sitharaman unveils new Covid recovery package, expands credit relief

Rediff.com28 Jun 2021

To help revive the economy battered by COVID-19, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday announced a slew of measures, including Rs 1.1 lakh crore credit guarantee scheme for improving health infrastructure, and enhancing the limit under the ECLGS by 50 per cent to Rs 4.5 lakh crore for the MSME sector facing liquidity crunch. Sharing the details of stimulus package, the finance minister said this comprises eight relief measures and other eight measures to support the economic growth. She announced Rs 1.1 lakh crore loan guarantee scheme for COVID-affected sectors, including health sector, which includes guarantee cover for expansion or for new projects. Besides, she said, additional Rs 1.5 lakh crore limit enhancement done for Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) scheme.

SC asks Centre, states to take steps to curb air pollution

SC asks Centre, states to take steps to curb air pollution

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

The Supreme Court Wednesday directed the Centre and states to ensure implementation of the decisions taken in a meeting to curb air pollution, observing that it cannot get into the 'nitty gritty' and the bureaucracy has developed a 'sort of inertia' of not taking decisions which are left to the courts.

Samsung unveils 8-inch and 10.1-inch tablets

Samsung unveils 8-inch and 10.1-inch tablets

Rediff.com5 Jun 2013

For the first time, the company will use Intel chips.

Review: Is the Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin worth it?

Review: Is the Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin worth it?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

To ride the Honda CRF 1000L Africa Twin you need to master the electronic functions first, says P Tharyan.

Feels Like Ishq review

Feels Like Ishq review

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

At the end of the six short stories, Feels Like Ishq is uneven yet watchable, feels Sukanya Verma.

pTron Bassbuds Lite: Is the right wireless earbuds for you?

pTron Bassbuds Lite: Is the right wireless earbuds for you?

Rediff.com23 Jan 2020

It's one of the cheapest options in the market, but is it the one you should buy? Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com finds out.

Industrial output grows 4.5% in February; highest in 7 months

Industrial output grows 4.5% in February; highest in 7 months

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

As per use-based classification, primary good registered a growth of 7.4 per cent, intermediate goods 22.4 per cent, and infrastructure/construction goods 0.1 per cent in February 2020 as against the same period a year ago.

Volvo S 60 Cross country: A luxury sedan with sporty features

Volvo S 60 Cross country: A luxury sedan with sporty features

Rediff.com9 May 2016

The Volvo S60 Cross Country is a very capable car that can be handled across all weather and terrain conditions, says P Tharyan.

'Drone attacks are an evolving threat'

'Drone attacks are an evolving threat'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

'India needs offensive and defensive security measures to protect itself.'

LG to launch 40 new mobile models this year

LG to launch 40 new mobile models this year

Rediff.com4 Mar 2011

"As part of our mixed product strategy, we are focusing on mid and high-end phones. Of the 40 new models that we are lining up for the domestic market, 10 to 12 models will be 3G-powered with a price tag of between Rs 8,999 and Rs 35,000," Chopra told mediapersons here on Thursday.

Mukesh to ready RIL for the Big Billion frenzy this Diwali

Mukesh to ready RIL for the Big Billion frenzy this Diwali

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

RIL is setting up infrastructure for a full-fledged horizontal e-commerce offering - internally called the New Commerce - to simultaneously launch pan-India by October-November.

Covid-19 surge makes corporate India nervous about Q1

Covid-19 surge makes corporate India nervous about Q1

Rediff.com13 May 2021

Since April, India has seen multiple strains of the coronanavirus sweep the nation, upending life and businesses alike. Out-of-home retail and discretionary categories such as durables, auto, fashion, lifestyle, hospitality, food services, travel, and tourism have been the worst-hit as Covid cases remain high, leaving state governments with no option but to curtail mobility and economic activity.

Has India lost out in the global 5G race?

Has India lost out in the global 5G race?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

Several factors have held India back. One is DoT policy somersaults and lack of clarity on whether to or not to ban Chinese gear makers.

Why India's retail biggies are wooing local mom and pop stores

Why India's retail biggies are wooing local mom and pop stores

Rediff.com17 May 2019

The power of the small neighbourhood retailer can barely be ignored as organised players look to leverage their last-mile connectivity and reach, luring them by promising support in technology, inventory and tax management.

Make in India should move focus away from strong sectors, says NITI

Make in India should move focus away from strong sectors, says NITI

Rediff.com23 Jan 2017

NITI Aayog wants the prime minister's flagship initiative should focus on labour-intensive sectors and policies that impede their growth to get special attention.

Review: Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro

Review: Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

With versatile imaging and unmatched gaming experience, the Redmi Note 8 Pro has the makings of an all-round smartphone, says Khalid Anzar.

Has coronavirus helped Modi discover virtues of democracy?

Has coronavirus helped Modi discover virtues of democracy?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

Has Modi -- after announcing the life-crushing demonetisation, the abrogation of Article 370 and the CAA/NPR/NRC without any consultation -- suddenly realised the value of taking everyone on board, asks Krishna Prasad.

Woman's face burned after headphones explode mid-flight

Woman's face burned after headphones explode mid-flight

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

Smoke and the smell of melted plastic, burnt hair and electronics filled the cabin for the rest of the journey to Melbourne.

Modi needs to listen to our economists

Modi needs to listen to our economists

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

We have a government with an extremely weak economic team advising a PM who hardly pays attention to their thoughts, says Jayanta Roy.

Tatas in record deal to modernise 30 Air Force bases

Tatas in record deal to modernise 30 Air Force bases

Rediff.com11 Apr 2011

The Rs 1,094-crore contract with Tata Power SED involves upgrading 30 airbases to handle next generation fighter aircraft.

Data protection bill referred to Parliament panel

Data protection bill referred to Parliament panel

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

The proposed law seeks bars on storing and processing of personal data by entities without the explicit consent of an individual. It, however, provides for exemptions for "reasonable purposes" such as "prevention and detection of any unlawful activity including fraud, whistle-blowing, merger and acquisitions, network and information security, credit scoring, recovery of debt, processing of publicly available personal data and the operation of search engines".

Kavaratti project: What navy can learn

Kavaratti project: What navy can learn

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

Time and cost overruns are endemic to most Indian warship building projects. A central reason is the Indian Navy's operational assessment that it is better to get a warship late and ov