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Apple Watch: Will it hurt its competitors?

Apple Watch: Will it hurt its competitors?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2015

The base model is estimated to be priced at Rs 30,000.

New York Times sells Boston Globe to Red Sox owner

New York Times sells Boston Globe to Red Sox owner

Rediff.com3 Aug 2013

The New York Times Co has agreed to sell The Boston Globe to the principal owner of the Boston Red Sox baseball team, John W. Henry, for $70 million in cash, ending its 20-year ownership of the paper.

9 Tips To Stay FIT Even On A Busy Day

9 Tips To Stay FIT Even On A Busy Day

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

When you shift your thinking from being work-focused to being health conscious, your decisions and plans will automatically fall in place, points out Shivjeet Ghatge, CEO, StepSetGo, a fitness start-up.

Whom do consumers trust with personal data?

Whom do consumers trust with personal data?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2013

Consumers worldwide overwhelmingly are ready to share their personal information to get better services from their doctors, bank and retailers, but they are cautious about how they share.

Nokia Asha vs Samsung Rex: What's better?

Nokia Asha vs Samsung Rex: What's better?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2013

With the launch of the Rex series, the Korean handset maker is all set to take on Nokia's bread-and-butter series of smartphones

Apollo to scale up IT's role in services

Apollo to scale up IT's role in services

Rediff.com18 Jun 2013

Announcing that the Apollo Hospitals, Chennai, has bagged the HIMSS Analytics Asia Pacific Award for its IT capabilities, Sangita Reddy, executive director -- operations, Apollo Hospitals Groups, said, "We will have 6,000 beds covered with the system and capabilities by the end of the year and in another six months from that all 9,000 beds of Apollo Hospitals will be covered."

India's handset industry may cross 300-mn mark, close in on China

India's handset industry may cross 300-mn mark, close in on China

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

According to analysts, most of the growth in the smartphone space will come from existing users, who will be lured to upgrade their handsets as new features and technologies turn existing features redundant, says Arnab Dutta.

Why mainstream media is feeling disempowered under Modi

Why mainstream media is feeling disempowered under Modi

Rediff.com6 Aug 2014

The advent of technology, the widespread use of smart phones across the country and the increasing popularity of the social media has caused the mushrooming of media platforms and led to the gradual disintermediation of the mainstream traditional media. The BJP leadership has only caught on to this trend quite fast and has used it to counter the influence of the mainstream media, says A K Bhattacharya.

How bank portals reward online shoppers

How bank portals reward online shoppers

Rediff.com18 Jan 2018

Do you save more money if you use bank portals for online shopping?

How Non-BJP States Are Paying Back Modi-Shah

How Non-BJP States Are Paying Back Modi-Shah

Rediff.com13 May 2022

Non-BJP chief ministers are retaliating. If the Centre can use its agencies to threaten, intimidate and jail its rivals, so can they. The fightback will get more intense, observes Shekhar Gupta.

BJP will give employment to every household: Shah in Tripura

BJP will give employment to every household: Shah in Tripura

Rediff.com11 Feb 2018

Shah said a BJP government would protect and promote the cultural heritage and values of tribals.

US to hold China accountable to follow rules: Biden

US to hold China accountable to follow rules: Biden

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

The United States working with its partners and allies is going to hold China accountable to follow the rules, US President Joe Biden has said, as he referred to his recent meeting with leaders from Quad countries involving Australia, India and Japan.

New smartphone app can track your lost wallet!

New smartphone app can track your lost wallet!

Rediff.com21 Jan 2014

The SmartWallit chip is a revolutionary device that prevents people from leaving their wallet behind or losing it, its makers claim.

With Rs 20 lakh, he built a Rs 350-cr business

With Rs 20 lakh, he built a Rs 350-cr business

Rediff.com12 Aug 2015

'I found my motivation in the fast emerging mobile market.' 'Nokia's biggest mistake lay in its stubbornness to change.' 'It's important to understand the pulse of the people It has been a long journey for Md Gyasuddin, Hitech Mobiles MD.

V-Day: Amazing gadgets your partner will LOVE

V-Day: Amazing gadgets your partner will LOVE

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

Rediff.com's Ashish Narsale presents a list of gadgets that will fit your budget and instantly impress your bae.

Sheena Bora Trial: More Questions Than Answers

Sheena Bora Trial: More Questions Than Answers

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

The living will do anything to save their lives. The dead can't defend themselves. Will Sheena Bora's good name survive her murder trial?

Micromax wants to give Bharat an option against China

Micromax wants to give Bharat an option against China

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

With its new line-up, the firm has managed to touch the right chords, but to regain market share from the established players, Micromax will have to fight a protracted battle.

Indian airlines need to improve facilities for passengers

Indian airlines need to improve facilities for passengers

Rediff.com13 Oct 2013

Almost $10 billion was invested in airport modernisation between 2005 and 2012.

Reliance Games reveals its ambitious global plans

Reliance Games reveals its ambitious global plans

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

We will do 7-8 high-end games for global markets every year, Manish Agarwal, CEO, Reliance Games

Tech gifting ideas for this end of season

Tech gifting ideas for this end of season

Rediff.com13 Dec 2017

The latest smartphone is a cop out. Here's some tech for thought.

Hi Alexa, should I buy Amazon Echo Spot?

Hi Alexa, should I buy Amazon Echo Spot?

Rediff.com25 Apr 2018

Alexa powered Echo Spot lets you play music, control smart home devices, set alarms and make video calls.

MG Motor to invest Rs 2,500 cr to ramp up Halol plant capacity

MG Motor to invest Rs 2,500 cr to ramp up Halol plant capacity

Rediff.com22 Aug 2021

MG Motor India is investing Rs 2,500 crore by the end of next year to increase the production capacity at its Halol plant in Gujarat, as it gears up to launch its mid-size SUV Astor, according to a top company official. Despite the worsening semiconductor shortage situation, which is likely to continue for at least another six months, the company expects its sales this year to grow by up to 100 per cent over last year. "We have done an investment of Rs 3,000 crore already, and by the end of next year, we will do another Rs 2,500 crore. "We will reach a total of Rs 5,500 crore," MG Motor India president and managing director Rajeev Chaba told PTI.

India's Quest For A Role In The Future Of Semiconductors

India's Quest For A Role In The Future Of Semiconductors

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

'Whoever owns the best chip industry will be the Saudi Arabia of the era of data,' predicts Rajeev Srinivasan.

Fighting COVID-19: Why washing hands is not enough

Fighting COVID-19: Why washing hands is not enough

Rediff.com9 May 2020

Shiva Kumar, 49 from Bangalore shares some tips to maintain hygiene.

Uber loses its licence to operate in London

Uber loses its licence to operate in London

Rediff.com22 Sep 2017

The taxi-hailing company said it will challenge the decision, which shows the world that "far from being open, London is closed to innovative companies".

Despite anti-China sentiments will Vivo manage to keep ringing?

Despite anti-China sentiments will Vivo manage to keep ringing?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

As campaigns against Chinese brands intensify and the virus keeps people indoors, Vivo plays it slow with a digital-first launch plan.

BJP created 55,000 WhatsApp groups to take on Mamata

BJP created 55,000 WhatsApp groups to take on Mamata

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

The saffron party's IT cell had realised the power of WhatsApp early in the day and wielded it to devastating effect in the Bengal elections.

How Himachal contained Covid-19 and earned Modi's praise

How Himachal contained Covid-19 and earned Modi's praise

Rediff.com5 May 2020

Behind the state's success in containing coronavirus positive cases is one novel initiative -- Active Case Finding or ACF, which even Prime Minister Narendra Modi endorsed for the bigger states to follow. The ACF campaign began in April with 16,000 basic health personnel, ASHA, anganwadi workers and auxiliary nurse midwives (ANM) out on foot trekking to most mountain valleys, snow-bound districts and remote passes of the state, reports Ashwani Sharma.

E-retail in India set to cross $16 bn in FY16

E-retail in India set to cross $16 bn in FY16

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

Global sales made via mobile devices are expected to top $638 billion.

Top 5 smartphones under Rs 6,000

Top 5 smartphones under Rs 6,000

Rediff.com26 Jan 2014

Feature phones are cheap but have limited ability. But with smartphones, you can install apps and do many more things.

How Snapdeal gains by acquiring Freecharge

How Snapdeal gains by acquiring Freecharge

Rediff.com21 Apr 2015

It hopes to leverage the growing number of mobile transactions

Nokia Lumia 525 or HTC Desire 700: Which is better?

Nokia Lumia 525 or HTC Desire 700: Which is better?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2014

With a plethora of smartphones in the market to choose from, you are spoilt for choice.

Full text: President Murmu's address to Parliament's Budget Session

Full text: President Murmu's address to Parliament's Budget Session

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

'Wherever in the world there is political instability, those countries are beset with severe crises today. But India is in a much better position than the rest of the world due to the decisions taken by my government in the national interest,' President Droupadi Murmu said in her address to both Houses of Parliament.

How to have fun at a destination wedding

How to have fun at a destination wedding

Rediff.com20 Apr 2019

Travel smart, carry essential items and enjoy the local sights, says Alisha Shirodkar.

Think Xiaomi. Think T-shirts. TVs. Suitcases...

Think Xiaomi. Think T-shirts. TVs. Suitcases...

Rediff.com14 Oct 2018

Xiaomi now a lifestyle player, quietly launching a slew of non-smartphone products like Mi branded luggage, backpacks, apparel, U-shaped pillows, pens, home security cameras and air purifiers.

How Modi is wooing investors in US

How Modi is wooing investors in US

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

Modi said India will pursue its dreams in partnership with its international friends.

Morris Garages brings its Hector to India

Morris Garages brings its Hector to India

Rediff.com16 May 2019

Big, Bold and Smart. That's what the MG Hector radiates when you first see it.

Will 5G turn the tables for India's telecom companies?

Will 5G turn the tables for India's telecom companies?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

Consumers can expect a 5G launch in the country soon. Telecom companies (telcos) say if auctions take place on time - the target is July - they would be able to offer some services in a few cities by the end of this year and a full roll-out from 2023. But the question is: will 5G turn the tables for telcos financially? Will average revenue per user (ARPU) improve? Will mobile consumers upgrade to 5G quickly and pay more? Will the expanded functions that 5G enables drum up sufficient revenues? In simple terms, will telcos make more money?

Why gamers will love the Honor Play

Why gamers will love the Honor Play

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

Ashish Narsale tells you why this phone's amazing features make it a great choice for non-gamers as well.

Highlights of Union Budget 2022-23

Highlights of Union Budget 2022-23

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents her fourth Budget in Lok Sabha on Tuesday.