Sanket Koul, Business Standard

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Indian Students Caught In US Visa Turmoil

Indian Students Caught In US Visa Turmoil

Rediff.com   1 days ago

Uncertainty clouds US fall intake as Trump's visa ban on Harvard raises fears of wider policy shifts, pushing Indian students to explore alternative destinations.

US Visa Hurdles Delay Study Dreams

US Visa Hurdles Delay Study Dreams

Rediff.com   6 Jun 2025

'Such unpredictability is motivating families to seek destinations with a more stable educational system.'

NEET-PG Deferred

NEET-PG Deferred

Rediff.com   3 Jun 2025

In its notice dated June 2, NBEMS said the exam, conducted for admission to MS, MD and PG diploma courses, has been postponed to arrange for additional test centres and infrastructure.

'Indian Stocks Unlikely To Give Significant Returns In 12 Months'

'Indian Stocks Unlikely To Give Significant Returns In 12 Months'

Rediff.com   30 May 2025

'Right now, silver -- and especially platinum -- are very cheap compared to gold. If I were buying today, I would choose platinum.'

Liverpool Univ to Open Bengaluru Campus

Liverpool Univ to Open Bengaluru Campus

Rediff.com   27 May 2025

Initially, we will look to take a small batch of a few hundred students, with a plan to increase this to 5,000 students in the next five years, and eventually 10,000 by 2036.'

Cyberattacks Surge After Operation Sindoor, But India Mounts Strong Defence

Cyberattacks Surge After Operation Sindoor, But India Mounts Strong Defence

Rediff.com   22 May 2025

For the first time, the Data Security Council of India assembled a joint task force to source threat intelligence at the origin and ensure coordinated action across the cybersecurity spectrum.

Apple's India Plans Unfazed by US-China Tariff Truce

Apple's India Plans Unfazed by US-China Tariff Truce

Rediff.com   22 May 2025

There's no change in Apple Inc's India strategy, said a top government source. 'It can only be enhanced'.

How Much Does Pakistan Spend On Defence?

How Much Does Pakistan Spend On Defence?

Rediff.com   22 May 2025

In 2024, Pakistan shelled out $10.2 billion in defence spends.

Should You Invest In Defence Funds?

Should You Invest In Defence Funds?

Rediff.com   21 May 2025

Only experienced investors with a high risk appetite, a grasp of market cycles, and comfort with volatility and timing risk should invest.

'Investors Prefer A Staggered Approach'

'Investors Prefer A Staggered Approach'

Rediff.com   20 May 2025

'While investors believe in India's long-term growth story and resilience amid global uncertainty, they see near-term risks around the direction of a global trade war.'

Can AI Improve Customer Service At PSBs?

Can AI Improve Customer Service At PSBs?

Rediff.com   20 May 2025

'AI analyses body language, etiquette, and communication skills, providing an in-depth performance matrix and a ranking system to help employees identify areas of improvement.'

Krutrim Suicide Sparks Workplace Concerns

Krutrim Suicide Sparks Workplace Concerns

Rediff.com   19 May 2025

An ex-employee claimed that team members were routinely subjected to verbal abuse, even for basic clarifications or suggesting improvements.

How COVID Cut India's Life Expectancy

How COVID Cut India's Life Expectancy

Rediff.com   19 May 2025

The drop is seen as a significant demographic indicator, reflecting the toll of the pandemic on the nation's population.

'Trump Has No Enemies. He Has No Friends'

'Trump Has No Enemies. He Has No Friends'

Rediff.com   17 May 2025

'In the Indian government there are no illusions about the United States reliability or the possibility of having any kind of preferential treatment from Washington when it comes to trade.'

Which PSU Stocks Should You Invest In?

Which PSU Stocks Should You Invest In?

Rediff.com   17 May 2025

'The universe of PSU stocks is huge and diverse.' 'Investors should bet on specific sectors and stocks from the basket as most of them may continue to consolidate after years of outperformance.'

For Now DIIs In Driver's Seat...

For Now DIIs In Driver's Seat...

Rediff.com   16 May 2025

The interplay between domestic and foreign capital will shape India's equity markets.

Gold ETFs Grow Popular in India

Gold ETFs Grow Popular in India

Rediff.com   16 May 2025

'Increasingly, they treat gold as a financial asset in their portfolio rather than just as jewellery.'

Brands Begin To Circle Around Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Brands Begin To Circle Around Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Rediff.com   16 May 2025

'Give him a couple of seasons, a cool head, and some long-term form, and he won't just be in campaigns -- he'll be the campaign.'

Trump Effect: Tourists Wary About US Travel

Trump Effect: Tourists Wary About US Travel

Rediff.com   15 May 2025

Tourists hesitant to visit America due to frequent policy changes there.

Medtech MNCs bet big on localisation

Medtech MNCs bet big on localisation

Rediff.com   12 May 2025

Several multinational medical device makers are focusing on deepening their presence in India by expanding their local manufacturing footprint and research capabilities, a move that can catapult India into a strategic hub for the medical technology (medtech) industry. Among those increasing their reach in the country are Siemens Healthineers and Philips, signalling a broader shift from India being only a sales destination to becoming a global production and innovation base.