News for 'text messages'

Yatra's Message Was Bigger Than Rahul Gandhi

Yatra's Message Was Bigger Than Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

There they were, showing the world that there are still people motivated not by religious structures, not by past glories, not by hatreds deliberately stoked. These were ordinary folks doing something extraordinary purely because they think that effort might shake a nation out of a spiralling miasma of division, mistrust, cynicism, sophistry and violence.

Revealed: The X-rated secrets of Indian women!

Revealed: The X-rated secrets of Indian women!

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

The fairer sex in India is ahead of men when it comes to capturing intimate moments on video or sending personal text messages, e-mails and photos, security software maker McAfee has said.

Despite India Tests snub KP 'available for England'

Despite India Tests snub KP 'available for England'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2012

Left out of the England squad for the Test tour of India, star batsman Kevin Pietersen expressed disappointment at the snub and said he had gone to 'great lengths' to broker peace following the text message scandal that threatened his international career.

Faced with outage, TRAI puts off new commercial SMS norms by a week

Faced with outage, TRAI puts off new commercial SMS norms by a week

Rediff.com9 Mar 2021

Telecom regulator TRAI on Tuesday suspended the newly-implemented norms for commercial text messages for one week, following major disruptions in SMS and OTP deliveries for banking, payment, and other transactions.

Himachal CM pays Rs 60,000 for students' evacuation from Manipur

Himachal CM pays Rs 60,000 for students' evacuation from Manipur

Rediff.com8 May 2023

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu shelled out Rs 60,000 from his own pocket for the evacuation of five local students stuck in violence-hit Manipur, an official spokesperson of the government said on Monday.

Kashmiri woman evacuated from war-torn Gaza

Kashmiri woman evacuated from war-torn Gaza

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

'We are facing a brutal war here and everything is being destroyed and bombarded in a matter of seconds'

Webcam case: Friend testifies against Indian-origin teen

Webcam case: Friend testifies against Indian-origin teen

Rediff.com28 Feb 2012

A key witness in the trial of Dharun Ravi accused of spying on his roommate's homosexual tryst has testified that the Indian-origin student had sent her text messages to know what she was telling investigators about the case.

Govt asks social media firms to remove posts justifying Udaipur murder

Govt asks social media firms to remove posts justifying Udaipur murder

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

Social media platforms need to remove content which encourages, glorifies or justifies brutal murder in Udaipur, the ministry of electronics and IT said in a notice made public on Friday.

Team Anna launches online campaign for 'jail bharo' agitation

Team Anna launches online campaign for 'jail bharo' agitation

Rediff.com23 Dec 2011

Team Anna has now launched an online campaign for their 'jail bharo' agitation from December 30 against the government's Lokpal Bill wherein people can register themselves for the protest.

Former Aus captain Paine takes new role

Former Aus captain Paine takes new role

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Paine has also been recently announced as an assistant coach for Australia A ahead of their upcoming series against New Zealand A which is set to begin next week.

Five tips to avoid 'Messting'

Five tips to avoid 'Messting'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2009

'Messting' is the new term coined for ruining your life by sending text messages. So, to avoid falling from grace, a list of five things to think about before hitting 'send' has been advised.

CBI: Wankhede trying to show SRK texts as 'certificate of integrity'

CBI: Wankhede trying to show SRK texts as 'certificate of integrity'

Rediff.com22 May 2023

Former Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) zonal director Sameer Wankhede is trying to show the alleged messages exchanged with film superstar Shah Rukh Khan as certificate of integrity, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) told the Bombay high court on Monday during a hearing of a petition of the official who is accused of seeking Rs 25 crore as bribe from the actor for not implicating his son Aryan in the Cordelia cruise 'drug bust' case.

Rishi Sunak under pressure as minister resigns amid bullying row

Rishi Sunak under pressure as minister resigns amid bullying row

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

Sunak said he accepted Williamson's resignation "with great sadness" and thanked him for his "personal support and loyalty".

'My wife doesn't message or call me. What to do?'

'My wife doesn't message or call me. What to do?'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

rediffGURU Anu Krishna, a mental health coach and NLP practitioner, offers expert advice on how to take charge of your life.

Delhi: Man who abused politicians via SMS held

Delhi: Man who abused politicians via SMS held

Rediff.com16 Apr 2010

Narender Khosla (27), a manpower supplier, allegedly used documents of a gym instructor Manick Verma to procure the SIM cards and sent text messages with an aim to cause trouble to the latter with whom he had a personal rivalry.

'Zakir Bhai Loved Cricket'

'Zakir Bhai Loved Cricket'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

'When there was a match, he would be up all night watching it on his laptop with Kishori Amonkarji singing on the side.'

Paine scandal will be a distraction during Ashes: Ponting

Paine scandal will be a distraction during Ashes: Ponting

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting said Tim Paine's resignation from the captaincy due to a 'sexting' scandal will "inevitably" be a distraction during the five-Test Ashes series against England.

Now, book your LPG refill through SMS

Now, book your LPG refill through SMS

Rediff.com31 Aug 2009

Petroleum Minister Murli Deora on Monday launched the service, which will be initially available in the national capital and would be extended to other metropolitan cities, state capitals and towns.

10 Golden Rules for Office Communication

10 Golden Rules for Office Communication

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

Avoid addressing your client, senior or employer with 'Hey'. It is considered inappropriate and disrespectful.

Mobile phones that could save your life

Mobile phones that could save your life

Rediff.com6 May 2008

Mobile alerts, flashlights, heart monitors and global positioning data: cellphones are chock full of security features that protect us.

Mumbai cops on the lookout for rumour mongers who spread 'riot' messages

Mumbai cops on the lookout for rumour mongers who spread 'riot' messages

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

A hunt has been on to trace the perpetrators, who allegedly circulated false messages during and after a clash between two groups last week at Lalbaug in central Mumbai to ignite further unrest, police said on Monday.

Has Your Data Been Compromised?

Has Your Data Been Compromised?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

'Check every SMS you get. Many people ignore them.' 'Remember if there is an activity in your account, your financial institution will send you an SMS, not a WhatsApp message.'

Army launches WhatsApp-like indigenous messaging app SAI

Army launches WhatsApp-like indigenous messaging app SAI

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

In the quest for 'Atmanirbhar Bharat', Indian Army has developed and launched a secure messaging application named the 'Secure Application for the Internet (SAI)' that supports an end-to-end secure voice, text and video calling services for Android platform over internet, the Ministry of Defence said in New Delhi on Thursday.

Ramdev's messaging app 'Kimbho' goes off Play Store hours after launch

Ramdev's messaging app 'Kimbho' goes off Play Store hours after launch

Rediff.com1 Jun 2018

While experts claimed that Patanjali's Swadeshi messaging app was removed form Google Play over security concerns, Kimbho declared that it was removed because of heavy traffic.

It's boom time for mobile services in India

It's boom time for mobile services in India

Rediff.com1 May 2008

Indians are using their cell phonessome 300 million have subscriptions, vs. only 30 million PCsas a "one-stop shop" for everything from e-mailing to banking

Pietersen 'apologises' for texts: Report

Pietersen 'apologises' for texts: Report

Rediff.com15 Aug 2012

Kevin Pietersen has taken the first step to mend his damaged relations with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) by sending an apology through his agent on Tuesday.

Son wants mobile? Think before you buy

Son wants mobile? Think before you buy

Rediff.com5 Jan 2007

Once you buy them a phone, let them decide how efficiently they can use their pocket money

Pak EC forms high-level panel to probe 'poll rigging'

Pak EC forms high-level panel to probe 'poll rigging'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2024

Pakistan's election commission has formed a high-level committee to probe the explosive allegations levelled by a senior bureaucrat that widespread rigging aided by the judiciary and the top election body happened against jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's party in the garrison city of Rawalpindi.

Fame Gurukul's Qazi: Judges no bar!

Fame Gurukul's Qazi: Judges no bar!

Rediff.com29 Aug 2005

Israel strikes back at Syria after rocket attack

Israel strikes back at Syria after rocket attack

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

The Israel Defence Forces on Wednesday said that it struck several Syrian military targets after rockets were fired from Syria toward Israeli communities in the Golan Heights.

E-mails a big threat to IQ!

E-mails a big threat to IQ!

Rediff.com23 Apr 2005

People who constantly write e-mails / text messages and attend phone calls suffer a greater loss of IQ and concentration than those who smoke marijuana, says a report in The Guardian quoting a recent study.

Darshan, aides tortured son beyond limit, say parents

Darshan, aides tortured son beyond limit, say parents

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Renukaswamy's father Kashinath S Shivanagoudru claimed that the developments have had adverse effect on their pregnant daughter-in-law these days.

India's Dating Trends For 2025

India's Dating Trends For 2025

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Busy daters will use AI tools to save time and avoid awkward conversations. Two in 10 daters turn to AI for unbiased relationship advice, predicts rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO, Quack Quack, an online dating Web site.

Now, a talking SMS...

Now, a talking SMS...

Rediff.com11 Apr 2007

but wouldn't subscribers simply prefer to talk instead?

Schumacher apologises to Barrichello by text

Schumacher apologises to Barrichello by text

Rediff.com27 Aug 2010

Michael Schumacher apologised to Rubens Barrichello by text on Thursday for almost forcing his former Ferrari team mate into a wall at this month's Hungarian Grand Prix.

Lyon ready to spin for Australia in World Cup if required

Lyon ready to spin for Australia in World Cup if required

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Nathan Lyon has offered his services to Australia for the ongoing World Cup in India, declaring he has recovered from a calf injury and is available for selection if required.

Canadian firm develops Hindi cellphone text

Canadian firm develops Hindi cellphone text

Rediff.com14 Jan 2003

Canada-based Zi Corporation said it has developed a Hindi-based predictive text input for mobile phone users in India.\n\n\n\n

2 held for pro-Khalistan graffiti on Delhi Metro walls

2 held for pro-Khalistan graffiti on Delhi Metro walls

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

The Delhi Police has arrested a 30-year-old man and detained one more in connection with writing pro-Khalistan messages on the walls of four Delhi Metro stations ahead of the G20 Summit, officials said.

4 Months After Poor LS Score, How BJP Swept Vidarbha

4 Months After Poor LS Score, How BJP Swept Vidarbha

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

'Slogans like 'Ek hai toh safe hai' and 'Batenge toh katenge' resonated with voters.'

Ashes: Paine reckons Aus big guns need to fire soon

Ashes: Paine reckons Aus big guns need to fire soon

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

He felt Australia will get better as the series progresses.