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Divya Nair

Divya Nair reports on young achievers, education, health, relationships and occasionally reviews Tamil and Malayalam movies. You can e-mail the author at divyan@rediff.co.in

Stories by Divya Nair

Student Visa? How To Avoid Deportation

Student Visa? How To Avoid Deportation

Rediff.com   7 Apr 2025

Dr Pananjay Tiwari, founder and director of Impel Overseas Education, highlights what international students should keep in mind in order to be safe in a new country and avoid being deported.

You Can Be Deported From The US If..

You Can Be Deported From The US If..

Rediff.com   3 Apr 2025

Universities and immigration authorities take student conduct seriously. Behaviour that is deemed unacceptable or dangerous can lead to legal consequences, including deportation, warns Dr Pananjay Tiwari, founder and director, Impel Overseas Education.

Can Student Suicides Be Prevented?

Can Student Suicides Be Prevented?

Rediff.com   26 Mar 2025

Mental health experts and counsellors highlight how to identify early signs of distress in children and what parents and peers can do to prevent someone from taking their life.

'We Don't Want To Teach About Our Own Culture'

'We Don't Want To Teach About Our Own Culture'

Rediff.com   19 Mar 2025

'We will teach Shakespeare and Pythagoras but we won't teach Kalidas, Thiruvallur or Bodhayana.'

'Shiva Is An Inclusive God Who Accepts Everyone As They Are'

'Shiva Is An Inclusive God Who Accepts Everyone As They Are'

Rediff.com   5 Mar 2025

'He is the God of Gods, the originator of yoga and the Vedas, the most powerful masculine figure who respects the feminine.'

The Silent Crisis of Student Suicides

The Silent Crisis of Student Suicides

Rediff.com   4 Mar 2025

What is pushing students to take this extreme step?

Suzhal: The Vortex 2 Review: Gripping

Suzhal: The Vortex 2 Review: Gripping

Rediff.com   28 Feb 2025

Suzhal: The Vortex 2 is a compelling watch with a tightly woven narrative, elevated by powerful performances, notes Divya Nair.

Is It Wise To Get A Harvard MBA?

Is It Wise To Get A Harvard MBA?

Rediff.com   17 Feb 2025

Divya Nair/Rediff.com speaks to students and experts to find out whether it is better to study management in India or try for an international MBA.

Why 64% MTech Seats Are Vacant in Indian Colleges

Why 64% MTech Seats Are Vacant in Indian Colleges

Rediff.com   23 Jan 2025

The growing decline of MTech applicants in Indian colleges is due to multiple factors, including outdated curricula, poor return on investment and lucrative non-engineering alternatives, say experts.

Priyanka Nag: How I Won The Best Designer Award

Priyanka Nag: How I Won The Best Designer Award

Rediff.com   20 Jan 2025

'The jury panel said that my collection should not be limited to a college fashion show; it had much more potential. They encouraged me to sign up for the annual National Designer Awards organised by the World Designing Forum.'

This Mum Helps Women Return To Work

This Mum Helps Women Return To Work

Rediff.com   3 Jan 2025

In two years, the start-up Overqualified Housewives has helped over 6,000 women across India find flexible-job roles across India from salaries ranging between Rs 8,000 to Rs 80,000, making them financially independent.

Mohanlal's Message To Pushpa 2 Lovers

Mohanlal's Message To Pushpa 2 Lovers

Rediff.com   12 Dec 2024

'My simple prayer is that...'

Pushpa 2 Review: Fantabulous Allu Arjun!

Pushpa 2 Review: Fantabulous Allu Arjun!

Rediff.com   5 Dec 2024

Allu Arjun is fantabulous as the doting husband, emotion-loving son and risk-taking entrepreneur. Pushpa escalates his brand from fire to wildfire, applauds Divya Nair.

Pushpa 2 Gets Rousing Welcome

Pushpa 2 Gets Rousing Welcome

Rediff.com   5 Dec 2024

Allu Arjun's huge release, Pushpa: The Rule, has attracted fans to theatres in hordes.

'Like Karna, Modiji Is guarding Bharat's Izzat'

'Like Karna, Modiji Is guarding Bharat's Izzat'

Rediff.com   19 Nov 2024

Movie star-Minister Suresh Gopi visited Thane over the weekend to campaign for the ruling Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra.

Citadel: Honey Bunny: Samantha's Here To Slay!

Citadel: Honey Bunny: Samantha's Here To Slay!

Rediff.com   13 Nov 2024

Citadel: Honey Bunny is a decent watch with an average story, sharp stunts and brilliant music, observes Divya Nair.

Recipe: Divya's Kappa Mulakittathu or Tapioca Stir Fry

Recipe: Divya's Kappa Mulakittathu or Tapioca Stir Fry

Rediff.com   4 Nov 2024

Here's a simple recipe or breakfast or as an evening snack at home.

'Kareena Is Epitome Of Effortlessness'

'Kareena Is Epitome Of Effortlessness'

Rediff.com   4 Nov 2024

'Her love for the story -- be it understanding the story quickly or reading the script, then composing yourself in almost no time for the shot.' 'All of it is just so natural to her.'

'Shine On, Gudda, The LEGEND'

'Shine On, Gudda, The LEGEND'

Rediff.com   2 Nov 2024

Nikita Sahay, a former captain in the Indian Army who has worked with Rohit Bal, shares fond memories of the legendary designer who passed away into the ages on November 1, 2024.

Lucky Baskhar Review: Enjoyable Scam Saga

Lucky Baskhar Review: Enjoyable Scam Saga

Rediff.com   1 Nov 2024

After Sita Raman, this is a Dulquer Salmaan film that has won Divya Nair's heart.