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Finance student? You Can Get Scholarship Up To Rs 5.5 Lakhs

Finance student? You Can Get Scholarship Up To Rs 5.5 Lakhs

Rediff.com   33 minutes ago

The Raman Kant Munjal Scholarship for 2026-27, initiated by the Raman Kant Munjal Foundation and supported by Hero FinCorp, is designed to help students in finance-related fields achieve their career aspirations.

Doing Your PhD? You Could Get A Rs 33,000 Scholarship

Doing Your PhD? You Could Get A Rs 33,000 Scholarship

Rediff.com   1 hour ago

Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund invites applications for Jawaharlal Nehru Scholarships for Doctoral Studies for the year 2026. A candidate may apply for scholarship in any one of the following areas of specialization:: Indian History & Civilization, Sociology, Comparative Studies in Religion & Culture, Ecology & Environment and Economics

Why Smart People Still Fail At Retirement Planning

Why Smart People Still Fail At Retirement Planning

Rediff.com   6 hours ago

Retirement planning is not a test of how smart you are; it is a test of how well you control your behaviour.

Scholarships For Job-Oriented Diploma Courses

Scholarships For Job-Oriented Diploma Courses

Rediff.com   1 days ago

The Mahindra All India Talent Scholarship (MAITS) 2026, an initiative of the K.C. Mahindra Education Trust, aims to support students from economically disadvantaged families who wish to pursue job-oriented diploma courses at recognised Government Polytechnics in India.

Spain's La Tomatina Turns Streets Red

Spain's La Tomatina Turns Streets Red

Rediff.com   1 days ago

The colourful food fight drew participants on August 26, while residents prepared homes ahead of the event.

Netflix Is Offering A Scholarship For...

Netflix Is Offering A Scholarship For...

Rediff.com   1 days ago

IICT and Netflix are offering scholarships to 100 students and working professionals, with up to 80 per cent financial support for courses in animation, VFX, gaming and creative technologies.

Don't Fall For NEET-PG Delay Rumours! Board Issues Clarification

Don't Fall For NEET-PG Delay Rumours! Board Issues Clarification

Rediff.com   3 days ago

With NEET-PG 2026 scheduled for August 30, online postponement rumours are causing chaos. The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) slammed social media users spreading fake news, warning that circulating misleading exam updates could trigger strict legal action. They advised candidates to trust official announcements only.

ICSI June 2026 CS Professional Results Out; Key Dates For Next Attempt

ICSI June 2026 CS Professional Results Out; Key Dates For Next Attempt

Rediff.com   3 days ago

If you appeared for the exams, you can now check your subject-wise marks statement directly by logging into the official portal at icsi.edu.

Why Is BMC Offering A Rs 61,500 Stipend To GenZ?

Why Is BMC Offering A Rs 61,500 Stipend To GenZ?

Rediff.com   7 days ago

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's 12-month fellowship offers young graduates an opportunity to gain first-hand experience in civic administration and contribute to initiatives related to Mumbai's development.

Does GPay/PhonePe Affect CIBIL Score?

Does GPay/PhonePe Affect CIBIL Score?

Rediff.com   7 days ago

It's not about how much you earn -- it's about how you borrow and repay.

Students Abroad: Simple Indian Recipes

Students Abroad: Simple Indian Recipes

Rediff.com   7 days ago

Living away from home can be tough, especially if you have to cook on your own or rely on takeaways. Simple solutions for you!

7 Mansa Devi Temples In India

7 Mansa Devi Temples In India

Rediff.com   17 Aug 2026

Maa Mansa Devi, revered as the Hindu goddess of serpents, is worshipped for protection from snakebites, fertility and prosperity. She is also popularly known as the wish-fulfilling goddess. In Hindu mythology, Mansa is associated with sage Kashyapa and is regarded as the sister of Vasuki, the serpent king.

One Hospitalisation Can Ruin Your Retirement Goals

One Hospitalisation Can Ruin Your Retirement Goals

Rediff.com   14 Aug 2026

If you do not insulate your retirement corpus from the true cost of modern critical care, you don't have a retirement plan -- you have a fragile strategy waiting for an expensive medical emergency to break it

CIBIL Score Explained: Why It Matters

CIBIL Score Explained: Why It Matters

Rediff.com   13 Aug 2026

For millions of Indians, this number has become one of the most important financial indicators. It can influence not only whether a bank approves a loan but also the interest rate you pay, the credit limit you receive and, in some cases, how quickly your application is processed.

The Last Date To Apply For CLAT 2027 Is...

The Last Date To Apply For CLAT 2027 Is...

Rediff.com   11 Aug 2026

The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2027 for both the undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes is scheduled for Sunday, December 6, 2026.

Hospitalisation, Cashless Claims & Settlement: What Every Medical Insurance Policyholder Should Know

Hospitalisation, Cashless Claims & Settlement: What Every Medical Insurance Policyholder Should Know

Rediff.com   7 Aug 2026

Many claim disputes arise not because the insurer refuses to pay but because policyholders don't know the claim process, miss important documents or misunderstand what their policy covers.

National Handloom Day: 6 Wondrous Indian Handloom Fabrics

National Handloom Day: 6 Wondrous Indian Handloom Fabrics

Rediff.com   7 Aug 2026

Our nation's skilled artisans spend days, sometimes weeks and months, weaving everything from gorgeous shawls to fantastic rugs, along with saris, using techniques passed down from father to son over centuries.

ITR Filed? Here's When You Can Expect Your Income Tax Refund

ITR Filed? Here's When You Can Expect Your Income Tax Refund

Rediff.com   5 Aug 2026

The income tax department has significantly reduced refund processing times over the past few years. But while some taxpayers receive refunds within days, others may wait several weeks or even longer. Here's why.

Why Start-up Employees May Retire Poor

Why Start-up Employees May Retire Poor

Rediff.com   4 Aug 2026

An employee whose financial future is 60-80 per cent dependent on a single company's growth trajectory has no genuine safety net.

What Your Health Insurance Policy Really Covers -- And The Fine Print You Should Never Ignore

What Your Health Insurance Policy Really Covers -- And The Fine Print You Should Never Ignore

Rediff.com   30 Jul 2026

Here's decoding the fine print so that you know exactly what your health insurance policy covers, what it doesn't and the policy conditions that deserve your attention before you need to make a claim.