News for '-knowledge-economy'

Didn't take action on basis of religion, but...: Rajnath on Op Sindoor

Didn't take action on basis of religion, but...: Rajnath on Op Sindoor

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

'PoK will be ours on its own. Demands have started being made in PoK, you must have heard sloganeering'

Over 2 akh Indians renounced citizenship in 2024: Govt

Over 2 akh Indians renounced citizenship in 2024: Govt

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

The Indian government informed the Lok Sabha that over two lakh Indians renounced their citizenship in 2024. The data, provided in response to queries, highlights a trend of increasing citizenship renunciations in recent years.

India an emerging 'knowledge' economy

India an emerging 'knowledge' economy

Rediff.com29 Jun 2005

One of the world's largest economies, India has made enormous strides in its economic and social development in the past two decades, but can do much more to leverage its strengths in today's knowledge-based global economy, a new World Bank report ha

Man dances away to renounce Indian citizenship

Man dances away to renounce Indian citizenship

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

An undated viral video of an Indian citizen dancing all the way to become a citizen of New Zealand has angered and divided netizens.

Knowledge economy put on the MAT

Knowledge economy put on the MAT

Rediff.com5 Mar 2007

For a country that is competing globally on the strength of its human talent, bringing ESOPs under the FBT umbrella could increase the costs of hiring and retaining talent.

Why India can be global knowledge economy leader

Why India can be global knowledge economy leader

Rediff.com11 Nov 2006

India enjoys unique advantages in having a large pool of English-speaking professionals with degrees in engineering, science or mathematics, who are capable and flexible to learn new skills fast given the right opportunity and reward structure.

How Tamil Nadu Is Becoming A Global Hub

How Tamil Nadu Is Becoming A Global Hub

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

After Chennai, it is Coimbatore, Madurai, and Tiruchirappalli, that are emerging as manufacturing hubs. Coimbatore is India's top Tier-II city in terms of the number of GCCs, according to a report by Cushman & Wakefield.

'TN should compete with US, China, and not Indian states'

'TN should compete with US, China, and not Indian states'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

'We don't have to compete with Maharashtra or Gujarat. We have to now start thinking about how we compete with the United States or China.'

Trump 2.0: Tough Navigation Lies Ahead For India

Trump 2.0: Tough Navigation Lies Ahead For India

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

'As the global economy undergoes significant transformations in 2025, India's ability to navigate the complexities of trade wars, financial realignments, and emerging blocs will be pivotal,' explain Harsh V Pant and Soumya Bhowmik.

Budget 2024: Sitharaman unveils road map for 'Viksit Bharat'

Budget 2024: Sitharaman unveils road map for 'Viksit Bharat'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget proposals lay out a comprehensive road map for transforming India into a developed nation, focusing on key priorities that aim to generate ample opportunities for all citizens in "Viksit Bharat". It sets the stage for sustained economic growth, social development, and technological advancement.

Centre to set up 'PM Shri Schools' as a 'laboratory of NEP'

Centre to set up 'PM Shri Schools' as a 'laboratory of NEP'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday said the Centre is planning to set up 'PM Shri Schools' which will be aimed at preparing students for future and will be the laboratory of new National Education Policy (NEP). nbsp

Jhunjhunwala on why realty developers should not list on bourses

Jhunjhunwala on why realty developers should not list on bourses

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

Ace investor Rakesh Jhunjhunwala on Thursday said real estate developers are afflicted with very low return on capital as compared to bluechip stocks. Jhunjhunwala, who runs RARE Enterprises and is set to be a major shareholder in an upcoming airliner, said only the affordable housing developers can look at listing because of the volumes which they can deliver. It can be noted that very few developers like Macrotech Developers formerly Lodha, and DLF are listed on the bourses. Jhunjhunwala cited the case of DLF, saying the stock price plummeted to Rs 80 from Rs 1,300 per piece to illustrate the risks associated.

Make English Compulsory, Mandarin Second Language

Make English Compulsory, Mandarin Second Language

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

Anybody who's plugged in to the modern, globalised world will understand why, says Kanika Datta.

Full Text: President Murmu's address to nation on Independence Day eve

Full Text: President Murmu's address to nation on Independence Day eve

Rediff.com14 Aug 2022

Here's the full text of the maiden address to the nation by President Droupadi Murmu on the eve of Independence Day 2022.

How India can be the global KPO king

How India can be the global KPO king

Rediff.com30 Nov 2006

Here are the skills and expertise that one needs to have to succeed in the knowledge economy.

Ambani says nation on the cusp of a digital revolution

Ambani says nation on the cusp of a digital revolution

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

Ambani says nation on the cusp of a digital revolution

S Korea asks India to sort out Posco tangle

S Korea asks India to sort out Posco tangle

Rediff.com29 Jan 2013

Sharma agrees to expedite the Odisha project; offers clarity to Tesco on sourcing norms; to meet Etihad delegation.

Govt to review delays in $12-bn Posco project

Govt to review delays in $12-bn Posco project

Rediff.com28 Jan 2013

The issue on Monday figured in a bilateral meeting held in Agra between Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma and visiting South Korean Minister of Knowledge Economy Sukwoo Hong, in which the Korean side raised the issue of delays in Posco project clearance, an official statement said.

Applying for a loan? 5 things you must know

Applying for a loan? 5 things you must know

Rediff.com25 Apr 2013

These pointers will help ease your home loan hunt

IMF warns about the 2 big challenges - Covid and growth

IMF warns about the 2 big challenges - Covid and growth

Rediff.com15 Oct 2020

Facing the twin task of fighting the coronavirus pandemic today and building a better tomorrow, the world is experiencing a new Bretton Woods moment, IMF managing director Kristalina Georgieva said

4 tips to concentrate better at work

4 tips to concentrate better at work

Rediff.com14 Jun 2012

Is your email and text messaging impairing your concentration at work? Learn how to prioritise your information.

PM Modi invites tech enthusiasts for #DigitalDialogue

PM Modi invites tech enthusiasts for #DigitalDialogue

Rediff.com4 Jul 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that the "overwhelming" response he has received on the Digital India initiative has inspired him to hold a Digital Dialogue with the tech enthusiasts of the country.

The world's 20 most admired firms: 4 Indian cos in list

The world's 20 most admired firms: 4 Indian cos in list

Rediff.com13 Dec 2010

Four Indian companies have been named amongst the world's 20 most admired knowledge enterprises by the MAKE research programme established by Teleos, in association with The KNOW Network.

Want to study while working? Here's help

Want to study while working? Here's help

Rediff.com21 Jul 2010

With work pressures, deadlines, projects and your daily workload it can be difficult to commit time.

10 tips to accomplish your goals

10 tips to accomplish your goals

Rediff.com9 Dec 2020

No matter what the situation is, you always have to remember that it's not the end, you'll always live to fight another day.

80% Indian engineers unfit for any job: Study

80% Indian engineers unfit for any job: Study

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

The annual employability report has some disturbing findings.

Why 80% Indian engineers are unemployable

Why 80% Indian engineers are unemployable

Rediff.com6 May 2019

'50% of students lose out because of lack of English language skills.' 'Only 15% to 20% have the functional skills companies are looking for.'

Signals from stock markets positive: PM

Signals from stock markets positive: PM

Rediff.com29 Oct 2007

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday said signals from stock markets and foreign investment flows are positive and the government will work towards maintaining an encouraging atmosphere for investors. "Be it FDI flows, investments in stock markets, investments in our knowledge economy, the signals are all positive. We will work to keep these positive," he said at the Fortune Global Forum meeting in New Delhi.

Kalam to speak on India's prospects in  Valley

Kalam to speak on India's prospects in Valley

Rediff.com13 Sep 2007

The event is being organised jointly by the Indian Institute of Science Alumni Association of North America, Pan-IIT, India Community Center and TiE Silicon Valley.

'India can be IT research powerhouse'

'India can be IT research powerhouse'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2007

India is significant to Microsoft from both a market perspective as well as from a talent perspective, says Microsoft head honcho.

LSE felicitates Ratan Tata

LSE felicitates Ratan Tata

Rediff.com13 Jul 2007

Tata Sons chairman Ratan Tata has been given honorary fellowship of the London School of Economics and Political Science for his contribution to the global industry.

Asia, the Pied Piper of global R&D

Asia, the Pied Piper of global R&D

Rediff.com5 Sep 2007

Researchers at the University of Sheffield and Aston Business School have found that investment in Research and Development (R&D) is rapidly shifting from North America and Europe to Asia.

B-school GD: 9 personality traits, evaluated

B-school GD: 9 personality traits, evaluated

Rediff.com5 Feb 2007

Here are a few of the most important personality traits a candidate should possess to do well at a B-school GD.

Secret behind ICICI Bank's success

Secret behind ICICI Bank's success

Rediff.com4 Dec 2007

India's growing knowledge economy and rising consumer aspirations drove the growth of ICICI Bank, the country's most valuable lender, its CEO K V Kamath said.

Unlocking value in people is key

Unlocking value in people is key

Rediff.com2 Nov 2006

Firms are investing to get more returns on their human capital.

How education loans can help you

How education loans can help you

Rediff.com26 Oct 2007

Do you need an education loan to fund that expensive professional education degree? Here's what you must consider before borrowing money from banks for your education loan.

Innovate and create wealth

Innovate and create wealth

Rediff.com1 Apr 2006

Researchers and scientists in India would have to be innovative if the country wished to unleash its vast intellectual potential, chairman and managing director of Biocon Ltd Kiran Mazumdar Shaw said on Saturday.

Dr Kalam in Silicon Valley

Dr Kalam in Silicon Valley

Rediff.com19 Sep 2007

The round table was organised by the Indian Institute of Science Alumni Association of North America, Pan-IIT, India Community Centre, and TiE Silicon Valley.

Sustainability of growth concerns SBI chairman

Sustainability of growth concerns SBI chairman

Rediff.com12 Sep 2007

The risk of non-performing assets, challenges of the knowledge economy and need for scale in the banking sector are issues needing immediate attention as India moves to a higher growth trajectory, he said.

'An India true to its roots will always be strong'

'An India true to its roots will always be strong'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

'The prospect is of a self-confident and self-sustaining India will make it a more effective player in the global arena,' External Affairs Minister Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar points out delivering the Sardar Patel Lecture-2020: India and the Post-Covid World.