News for 'sony'

COMING UP On OTT This January

COMING UP On OTT This January

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

So many movies coming up for release in theatres in 2024 but January's OTT watch seems interesting too.

Sony shifting focus from India to China

Sony shifting focus from India to China

Rediff.com12 Aug 2004

Japanese electronics giant Sony is shifting its focus from India to China in view of its 'worsening' performance in India, the Chinese media reported on Thursday.

Pippa Review: More Pipsqueak

Pippa Review: More Pipsqueak

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

More than the jingoism overkill, it's the tedious tone of telling stories of this genre that hurts Pippa, observes Sukanya Verma.

Sony does not plan to renew FIFA sponsorship contract

Sony does not plan to renew FIFA sponsorship contract

Rediff.com25 Nov 2014

Sony Corp does not plan to renew its sponsorship contract with FIFA, the governing body for world football, as the Japanese electronics maker needs to prioritise its restructuring efforts, people familiar with the matter said.

Disney, Reliance sign deal to create Rs 70,000 cr behemoth

Disney, Reliance sign deal to create Rs 70,000 cr behemoth

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

Walt Disney Co and Reliance Industries on Wednesday announced signing of binding pacts to merge their media operations in India to create a Rs 70,000 crore behemoth. Reliance and its affiliates will hold 63.16 per cent in the combined entity while Disney will hold the remaining 36.84 per cent, the companies said in a statement.

Bhagwan Bharose Review: Innocence Collides With Hate

Bhagwan Bharose Review: Innocence Collides With Hate

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Jawan is disproportionately extolled for making political comments, but it is a small film like Bhagwan Bharose that usually sticks its neck out, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Sony is in a hurry! Xperia Z3 follows Z2

Sony is in a hurry! Xperia Z3 follows Z2

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

With slight adjustments in the construction and internal hardware department, won't it be interesting to know what changes made to the Xperia Z3 convinced Sony to bring out an upgraded mobile phone.

Soni Sori needs psychological counselling: NCW

Soni Sori needs psychological counselling: NCW

Rediff.com5 Dec 2012

A National Commission for Women member has stressed that Soni Sori, the tribal teacher arrested for alleged Maoist links, needs psychological counselling so that she gets over the mental trauma she had suffered in police custody.

Sony sells Vaio; to cut 5,000 jobs globally

Sony sells Vaio; to cut 5,000 jobs globally

Rediff.com6 Feb 2014

The Japan-headquartered company will also streamline its TV business.

Sony World Photography Awards 2016: 16 images that will blow your mind

Sony World Photography Awards 2016: 16 images that will blow your mind

Rediff.com24 Feb 2016

The 2016 edition of the Sony World Photography Awards, the world's biggest photography competition, organised by the World Photography Organisation, announces the shortlists for its Professional, Open and Youth competitions.

10 Youth Shows You Must Watch On OTT

10 Youth Shows You Must Watch On OTT

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

As the Indian version of The Archies gets ready to hit OTT, Deepa Gahlot picks 10 interesting college-and-youth-oriented shows on OTT.

'Winning India cricket rights will give Sony monopoly'

'Winning India cricket rights will give Sony monopoly'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2018

India's huge market is a major draw for sponsors and advertisers, who often plan product launches around major cricket events and book advertising slots in advance, which in turn leads to a race between broadcasters to secure content.

Should Modi Be Worried About This?

Should Modi Be Worried About This?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

Russian President Vladimir Putin traveled to Beijing on Tuesday for the opening ceremony of the Belt and Road Forum at the Great Hall of the People.

Sony slips in rankings of top laptop makers

Sony slips in rankings of top laptop makers

Rediff.com7 Jun 2012

After wresting the top slot among consumer laptop makers in the quarter ended December 31, beating the likes of Dell and HP, Japanese giant Sony has slipped to the third position in the quarter ended March 31.

10 Job Skills That Will Rule 2024

10 Job Skills That Will Rule 2024

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Cultivate a thirst for knowledge, explore online courses, attend workshops and network with peers. Embrace opportunities to learn new skills and stay updated about industry trends to remain relevant and future-proof your career, advises Manu Saigal, director-general, staffing, Adecco India.

India-Egypt bhai-bhai on the high seas!

India-Egypt bhai-bhai on the high seas!

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

INS Chennai was the third guided missile destroyer to be inducted into the Indian Navy in 2018, and is one of the biggest warships to be designed and made in India.

The Grief Of A Martyr's Father

The Grief Of A Martyr's Father

Rediff.com14 Sep 2023

Retired Deputy Inspector General of Police Ghulam Hassain Bhat, supported by former colleagues in his hour of grief, at the funeral of his slain son, Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Superintendent of Police Humayun Bhat.

Met The Iron Stomach Man?

Met The Iron Stomach Man?

Rediff.com9 May 2023

Pandit Tukaram Dhaygude, 42, known as the Iron Stomach Man, broke his Guinness Book Record after four motorcycles weighing 270 kg passed over his belly at the Dharmaveer Maidan in Thane on Sunday, May 8, 2023.

Sony signs up as FIFA sponsor

Sony signs up as FIFA sponsor

Rediff.com6 Apr 2005

Sony signed a 305 million dollar deal with FIFA, its first global sponsorship agreement.

Sony Xperia Z Ultra: For those with deep pockets

Sony Xperia Z Ultra: For those with deep pockets

Rediff.com6 Oct 2013

The Sony Xperia Z Ultra has premium look but one literally needs deep pockets to carry its larger than 6-inch real estate.

Sony, Wang win Asian badminton titles

Sony, Wang win Asian badminton titles

Rediff.com11 Sep 2005

Sony won the men's title beating Kuan Beng Hong of Malaysia 15-10, 15-5 while Chen defeated Japan's Morei Kaori wo the women's crown.

Who Won Best Ma, Pita, Beta, Beti...

Who Won Best Ma, Pita, Beta, Beti...

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Who won what at the Star Parivaar Awards?

Gujarat had no jurisdiction to release Bilkis rapists: SC

Gujarat had no jurisdiction to release Bilkis rapists: SC

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

"When an authority does not have the jurisdiction to deal with a matter or it is not within the powers of the authority i.e. the State of Gujarat in the instant case, to be the appropriate Government to pass orders of remission under Section 432 of the CrPC, the orders of remission would have no legs to stand," it added.

Sony TV drags BCCI to court over IPL

Sony TV drags BCCI to court over IPL

Rediff.com16 Mar 2009

A fresh row broke out over the issue of telecast rights of the Indian Premier League with Sony Entertainment dragging the Board of Control for Cricket in India to the Bombay High Court which restrained the Cricket Board from entering into any further agreement related to the Twenty20 tournament. Sony moved the High Court against BCCI's move to enter into a contract with World Sports Group after terminating its agreement with Sony on broadcasting rights in the country.

What's Salman Khan Doing With MamataDi?

What's Salman Khan Doing With MamataDi?

Rediff.com16 May 2023

Accompanied by his bodyguard Shera, Salman Khan on Saturday called on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee at her home in Kalighat.

After CEO, Sony TV loses business head, others

After CEO, Sony TV loses business head, others

Rediff.com6 Mar 2009

On February 18, CEO Kunal Das Gupta had put in his papers. Company sources say around a dozen senior executives also resigned with Almeida on Thursday. Based on viewership ratings, Sony TV is currently a distant fourth in the rankings of entertainment channels, behind Star Plus, Colors, and Zee TV.

Sony expects Rs 5,500 cr worth handset sales this year

Sony expects Rs 5,500 cr worth handset sales this year

Rediff.com14 May 2014

Sony expects sales to reach 4 million units in India.

Will Disney Exit India?

Will Disney Exit India?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

Disney Star India, bought at a valuation of $15 billion, could be on the block for roughly one-third that amount.

Venkaiah Naidu, Vyjayantimala, Chiranjeevi awarded Padma Vibhushan

Venkaiah Naidu, Vyjayantimala, Chiranjeevi awarded Padma Vibhushan

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

The home ministry on Thursday announced the Padma awards which included five Padma Bhushan, 17 Padma Bhushan and 110 Padma Shri.

India-Aus series live on Sony

India-Aus series live on Sony

Rediff.com30 Sep 2004

The BCCI said it will produce live telecast of the upcoming Test series and distribute it through Sony TV.

Alia-Ranbir's 'Happy Day'

Alia-Ranbir's 'Happy Day'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

Alia Bhatt describes her first wedding anniversary on April 14 as a 'happy day' and posts pictures of herself with hubby Ranbir Kapoor on social media.

Sony's Xperia Z Ultra is a great smartphone, but...

Sony's Xperia Z Ultra is a great smartphone, but...

Rediff.com9 Sep 2013

Here's why it's not a phone which will appeal to many.

Hacker may have stolen credit card information: Sony

Hacker may have stolen credit card information: Sony

Rediff.com27 Apr 2011

In one of the biggest internet security breaches, a hacker broke into Sony's PlayStation video game online network and may have obtained access to personal data of about 77 million users.

PIX: Television stars at Jay Soni's wedding

PIX: Television stars at Jay Soni's wedding

Rediff.com19 Feb 2014

Sanskaar actor Jay Soni got married on February 18.

Love Storiyaan Review: Ode To The Power Of Love

Love Storiyaan Review: Ode To The Power Of Love

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

Love Storiyaan comes alive in the courageous and fearless voice of six spirited romantics speaking direct dil se, applauds Sukanya Verma.

Sony India eyes IT peripheral mart

Sony India eyes IT peripheral mart

Rediff.com5 Oct 2004

To expand its product profile in India, Sony announced on Tuesday its entry into IT peripherals market, which, it hopes, would contribute 20 per cent to the Rs 1,600 crore (Rs 16 billion) targeted turnover for fiscal 2006.

Romance And Sci-Fi Collide On OTT This Week

Romance And Sci-Fi Collide On OTT This Week

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

Sci-fiction buffs rejoice, there's much spectacle to behold on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma gives her recommendations.

Asian Games Hockey: India's men team rout Uzbekistan

Asian Games Hockey: India's men team rout Uzbekistan

Rediff.com24 Sep 2023

The India men's hockey team started their campaign at the 19th Asian Games with a massive 16-0 win over Uzbekistan.

Sony bags 'Devdas' rights

Sony bags 'Devdas' rights

Rediff.com25 Jan 2003

Bodypainting In Honour Of Chandrayaan-3

Bodypainting In Honour Of Chandrayaan-3

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Happy Bharatvasis are creating living portraits as tributes to India reaching the moon.