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Patni stake sale buzz gets stronger

Patni stake sale buzz gets stronger

Rediff.com23 Nov 2009

Investment banking sources say the three Patni brothers have now agreed on the sale process, along with private equity player General Atlantic.

Look! It's Spiderman outside your window

Look! It's Spiderman outside your window

Rediff.com21 Apr 2014

If a masked man climbed upto your window and demanded something from you, what would your first reaction be?

Tips to cope with the loss of your job

Tips to cope with the loss of your job

Rediff.com27 Feb 2009

Have you been fired by your employer and are finding it difficult to get another job? How should you cope with a sudden job loss? Here are some tips for those who have been laid off recently.

What's ailing India's top B-schools?

What's ailing India's top B-schools?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

Barring a few, most of the B-schools end up as mere fillers for aspiring students, says Ramesh Kailasam. India needs to have more focused B-schools which are qualitative and practical oriented to churn out students ready to take on the challenge to steer India Inc. and the nation forward.

Sony goes desi to appeal to first-time gamers

Sony goes desi to appeal to first-time gamers

Rediff.com9 Nov 2009

Welcome to the world of Desi Adda, Sony India's latest brainchild to attract gamers with six made-in-India games.

'Should I opt for Science?'

'Should I opt for Science?'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2009

Prateeksha Joshi and Amarpreet Kaur, education experts with Topperlearning.com, hosted a chat with GA readers on June 9. The transcript.

First salary: 'From Rs 425 to Rs 4.5 lakh a month'

First salary: 'From Rs 425 to Rs 4.5 lakh a month'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2019

Rediff readers tell us what they did with their first salary.

5 warning signs of cancer women should not ignore

5 warning signs of cancer women should not ignore

Rediff.com23 Jan 2020

Weight loss may be related to anxiety or thyroid problems, but it can also be related to stomach or pancreatic cancer, warns Dr Rajat Bajaj.

Restaurant review: Home-made eats at Potluck

Restaurant review: Home-made eats at Potluck

Rediff.com3 Sep 2009

GA reader Kavya KP gives this Bangalore eatery the thumbs-up.

AIEEE: Last-minute tips

AIEEE: Last-minute tips

Rediff.com24 Apr 2009

Expert Saurabh Kumar answered readers' questions regarding the test on April 23. The transcript.

Restaurant review:Yummy veg at Red Indian Sizzlers

Restaurant review:Yummy veg at Red Indian Sizzlers

Rediff.com24 Aug 2009

We invited GA readers to contribute restaurant reviews and share their opinions on their neighbourhood eateries with us. Here, Harsh S Shah from Mumbai shares his dining exprience.

Restaurant review: An Italian feast at Mia Cuccina

Restaurant review: An Italian feast at Mia Cuccina

Rediff.com17 Aug 2009

GA reader Sabiha Ghiasi shares why this little joint keeps her coming back for more.

Restaurant review: Are you Mad Over Donuts?

Restaurant review: Are you Mad Over Donuts?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2009

Get Ahead reader Sarbani Sengupta tells us what she thinks of dessert chain Mad Over Donuts.

M&M arm to open new assembly plant in US

M&M arm to open new assembly plant in US

Rediff.com9 Dec 2009

Auto and farm equipment major Mahindra and Mahindra on Wednesday said its US-based subsidiary will open a new assembly and distribution centre by the end of this month.

Why Arjun Rampal gave Nicole Kidman a sari

Why Arjun Rampal gave Nicole Kidman a sari

Rediff.com1 Apr 2009

Arjun Rampal recently shot for an ad with Nicole Kidman when she came down to India last month. The two are endorsing Schwepps, a beverage company.

Revised Copyright Act to hurt broadcasters

Revised Copyright Act to hurt broadcasters

Rediff.com30 Nov 2009

Asking for transparency in functioning, leading broadcasters like Zee TV, STAR, Sony and others have taken a strong objection to a proposed move by the ministry of human resource development to amend the existing Copyright Act without consulting the them.

SIMI activists to be taken to training camp spot

SIMI activists to be taken to training camp spot

Rediff.com9 Mar 2009

Two suspected Students Islamic Movement of India activists, arrested for allegedly attending a secret training camp held by the outfit in Wagamon, Kerala in 2007, would be taken on Wednesday to the place where they had attended the camp. Shibili and Hafeez, who were recently handed over to a Kerala police team by the Madhya Pradesh police, would be produced before the Kanjirapally First Class Magistrate Court. They will then be taken to Kolahalamedu and Thangalpara.

Tax saving tips

Tax saving tips

Rediff.com5 Mar 2009

How should you plan your taxes and dervive optimum returns from them? Should you buy a house, go for a loan in the current economic situation?

10 unique skills Indian students MUST have

10 unique skills Indian students MUST have

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

Teamwork, critical thinking, networking, collaboration and adaptability are among a few soft skills that will enable our students to tackle challenges in life as well as at their workplaces, says Rustom Kerawalla.

What are the top television shows? Tell us!

What are the top television shows? Tell us!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2007

What are the top television shows? Tell us!

Sampras hails Federer as greatest

Sampras hails Federer as greatest

Rediff.com6 Jul 2009

A jetlagged Pete Sampras paid a surprise first visit to Wimbledon for seven years on Sunday to watch Roger Federer overtake his record for grand slam wins, and then hailed the Swiss as the game's best-ever player.

WATCH Brijesh Sandliya SING!

WATCH Brijesh Sandliya SING!

Rediff.com15 Apr 2019

'If somebody remixes my song Banno 20 years later, why would I feel bad about it?'

Best SIPs for saving tax

Best SIPs for saving tax

Rediff.com13 Feb 2009

Which are the best systematic investment plans for saving tax? Which are the best mutual funds to buy now? How should you plan your taxes and dervive optimum returns from them? Should you buy a house, go for a loan in the current economic situation?

Five-star Inter crush Genoa

Five-star Inter crush Genoa

Rediff.com18 Oct 2009

Midfielder Dejan Stankovic netted with a remarkable volley from the halfway line to help Inter Milan triumph 5-0 at Genoa to surge clear at the top of Serie A on Saturday.

How to stay FIT at home: 4 things you should do

How to stay FIT at home: 4 things you should do

Rediff.com7 Apr 2020

Include nutritious food in your diet. Avoid alcohol. Take your last meal at least 3 hours before bedtime.

Why Muniyamma doesn't care about Prabhakaran's dea

Why Muniyamma doesn't care about Prabhakaran's dea

Rediff.com20 May 2009

The news of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam chief V Prabhakaran's death has created ripples across the world, but it makes no difference to Muniyamma, the milk vendor who tipped off the Bangalore police about Rajiv Gandhi's assassins in 1991.What really matters to Muniyamma, 55, is that she is yet to receive the Rs 10 lakh promised to her by the police, for tipping them off about the whereabouts of LTTE operatives Shivarasan and Shubha.

Villarreal eye first away win over Real

Villarreal eye first away win over Real

Rediff.com1 Jan 2009

After a decade of trying, Sunday could be the day Villarreal finally claim three Primera Liga points from Real Madrid at the Spanish champions' Santiago Bernabeu home, according to midfielder Robert Pires.

Tips to crack the Common Law Admission Test

Tips to crack the Common Law Admission Test

Rediff.com12 May 2009

Senthil Kumar, National Marketing Head, LST, Career Launcher, hosted a chat with GA readers. The transcript.

Restaurant review: A slice of Italy at Cafe Mangii

Restaurant review: A slice of Italy at Cafe Mangii

Rediff.com21 Aug 2009

We invited GA readers to contribute restaurant reviews and share their opinions on their neighbourhood eateries with us. Here, Sabiha Ghiasi from Mumbai tells us all about Cafe Mangii in Bandra.

Delhi will host 2010 Commonwealth Games: CGF

Delhi will host 2010 Commonwealth Games: CGF

Rediff.com3 Dec 2008

The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) on Wednesday reaffirmed that Delhi will host the 2010 edition of the sporting extravaganza and scotched rumours that an alternative venue was being considered in the wake of the terror attacks in Mumbai. CGF president Michael Fennel, in a statement, conveyed his deepest sympathy to the victims of the Mumbai attacks and dismissed media reports that the federation was looking for a stand-by venue.

CAT 2009: 'How can I improve my percentile?'

CAT 2009: 'How can I improve my percentile?'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2009

R Shiva Kumar, director of Academics and R&D, Career Launcher, hosted a chat with GA readers to address their CAT-related questions. The transcript.

Restaurant review: Fine dining at 5

Restaurant review: Fine dining at 5

Rediff.com12 Aug 2009

Get Ahead reader Jahnavi Sanghvi reviews Mumbai eatery 5-The Restaurant.

CAT: Accuracy vs attempts?

CAT: Accuracy vs attempts?

Rediff.com6 Nov 2008

To answer CAT-related questions Praveen Vedamuthu, Assistant Centre Manager with IMS, hosted a chat with GA readers on October 22. The transcript.

Soon, a greedier, meaner Monopoly

Soon, a greedier, meaner Monopoly

Rediff.com20 Jul 2009

Monopoly City, touted as the more hardnosed version of Monopoly, was recently unveiled at a toy fair in Germany. Instead of property deeds, players acquire permits to construct a choice of 80 3D buildings.

How to keep morale high when business is down

How to keep morale high when business is down

Rediff.com21 Oct 2008

Ways bosses can shepherd their staff through dark days.

7 steps to make a financial plan

7 steps to make a financial plan

Rediff.com26 Feb 2009

How do you go about making a financial plan for you and your family? What are the benefits of making a financial plan? Do you need huge amount of money to start one?

'Is it a good time to do an MBA abroad?'

'Is it a good time to do an MBA abroad?'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2008

Overseas education expert Karan Gupta hosted a chat with GA readers discussing courses and colleges abroad. Here's the transcript.

'What should I do after Class XII?'

'What should I do after Class XII?'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2009

To answer this and many other related questions Tunvey Gogia, from Topperlearning.com hosted a chat with GA readers on June 4. The transcript.

6 tech courses that will get you a JOB in 2020

6 tech courses that will get you a JOB in 2020

Rediff.com17 Dec 2019

Cybersecurity is a great opportunity for you to start your career.

Want to buy a house? Here's help

Want to buy a house? Here's help

Rediff.com28 May 2009

Do you know what's the going rate per square foot in your neighbourhood? Is it the best time to buy real estate/ home? Real estate expert Tushar Bungley, hosted a chat with GA readers on May 28 to answer their queries.