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Just Starting Your Career? 10 Useful Tips

Just Starting Your Career? 10 Useful Tips

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Investing the time and resources needed to acquire new skill sets and sharpen existing ones will enable you to stay relevant and make you more employable, says Ankit Aggarwal, founder and CEO of Unstop.

Can Voda Idea play on the front foot in a market fast resembling a duopoly?

Can Voda Idea play on the front foot in a market fast resembling a duopoly?

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

In August 2021, Nick Read, chief executive of Vodafone Plc at the time, did not mince his words while speaking about the India business in an earnings call. Replying to an analyst's question on Vodafone Idea, a venture with the Aditya Birla Group that had piled on huge debts and worrisome losses, Read described it as a highly stressed situation that "they (Vodafone Idea) are trying to navigate... "We, as a group, try to provide them as much practical support as we can, but I want to make it very clear, we are not putting any additional equity into India.''

The Song Udit Narayan Owes His Career To

The Song Udit Narayan Owes His Career To

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

'I came to Mumbai in 1978 and struggled for the next 10 years.'

Jio Fin to be excluded from NSE from Sep 7

Jio Fin to be excluded from NSE from Sep 7

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

Jio Financial Services Limited, the demerged financial services unit of Reliance Industries, will be excluded from various indices of NSE, including the benchmark Nifty 50, from September 7. Shares of Jio Financial got listed on the stock exchanges on August 21, after its spin-off from parent Reliance Industries. In accordance with the index methodology, as JIOFIN has not hit price band on two consecutive trading days on September 4 and 5 at NSE, the Index Maintenance Sub Committee (Equity) of NSE Indices Ltd has decided to exclude JIOFIN from various indices effective from September 7, 2023 (close of September 6, 2023), as per a statement by NSE Indices Ltd on Tuesday.

InterGlobe plans to launch electric air taxi service in India in 2026

InterGlobe plans to launch electric air taxi service in India in 2026

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

InterGlobe Enterprises on Thursday said it along with Archer Aviation plans to launch an all-electric air taxi service across India in 2026. Once launched, the InterGlobe-Archer flight will aim to take passengers from Connaught Place in the national capital to Gurugram in Haryana in approximately 7 minutes whereas by road, the 27-kilometre-long trip will take 60-90 minutes, according to a release. Both companies have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the goal of partnering to launch and operate an all-electric air taxi service in India, subject to appropriate regulatory approvals and clearances.

'Nothing shocks me about Indian relationships'

'Nothing shocks me about Indian relationships'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

'Nobody really talks about the middle of relationships or the mundane parts... (When the end comes) we think, "Wow, this is the worst time of my life. This is horrible. It's never been worse". But actually, I feel the endings are what makes us who we are.'

GDP to grow nearly 7% in FY24: Economists

GDP to grow nearly 7% in FY24: Economists

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

The economy may grow by around 7 per cent this financial year as estimated by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), say economists with various organisations. The first advance estimates for 2023-24 will be released on Friday by the National Statistical Organisation (NSO), an exercise done for calculating ratios such as the fiscal deficit. The interim Budget will be presented on February 1.

On The Scent Of A Laddu

On The Scent Of A Laddu

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

It should have been much easier to find this farsan maker's premises given the number of two-wheelers that stream up to this address the day before Ganesh Chaturthi to collect armfuls of bags of laddus, chuda and other kind of chatpata namkeen stuff.

Why Cummins is the captain every team wishes they had

Why Cummins is the captain every team wishes they had

Rediff.com3 Dec 2023

Cummins, in six months' time, has retained the Ashes, won the World Test Championship and the biggest of them all-- ODI World Cup in India.

'Diageo India focuses on value rather than volume'

'Diageo India focuses on value rather than volume'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

'Our approach has been to work with consumers and help them drink better, not more.'

CAT: 5 Tips To Improve Your Quant Score

CAT: 5 Tips To Improve Your Quant Score

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

Consistent practice is crucial for retaining math concepts and formulas, says rediffGURU CAT expert Ashish Sood.

Manushi, Rakul, Rashmika Wear The Colour of 2024

Manushi, Rakul, Rashmika Wear The Colour of 2024

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

These Bollywood beauties who show you how to rock the colour of 2024.

It's Raining Bharat Ratnas!

It's Raining Bharat Ratnas!

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

In the 76 years since India gained independence, 53 recipients of the Bharat Ratna have been there. That's less than one every year, which is a healthy ratio given there is the sanctity of this gem of an award to preserve. But four recipients for the year were announced in a few days in addition to one announced earlier. That took the total number in 2024 to five in less than a month, the highest for any year, post-Independence, notes Shyam G Menon.

The Second Coming Of Ashwin

The Second Coming Of Ashwin

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Ravichandran Ashwin will consider himself fortunate to get a rare chance to play his second World Cup at home.

MBA, LLB students among 9 held for drug trafficking in Noida

MBA, LLB students among 9 held for drug trafficking in Noida

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

The arrests have been made by officials of Sector 126 police station as part of a crackdown on narcotics ordered by police commissioner Laxmi Singh, deputy commissioner of police (Noida) Harish Chander said.

Pujara, Rahane eye big runs as youngsters embark on fresh journey

Pujara, Rahane eye big runs as youngsters embark on fresh journey

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Bright dreams of a new journey, desperation to stage a comeback and desire to rediscover old glory will be the dominant themes of this season's Ranji Trophy that begins at various centres across the country from Friday.

Have You Tried A Pinwheel Samosa?

Have You Tried A Pinwheel Samosa?

Rediff.com29 May 2023

Or makhni pasta? Timbits or donut holes? Time you headed to Tim Hortons.

'Electoral Bonds Biggest Scam In India'

'Electoral Bonds Biggest Scam In India'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

'There is no scope for any doubt. This was a scheme designed to enrich the ruling party.'

Is the Scorpio Classic still relevant in 2023?

Is the Scorpio Classic still relevant in 2023?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

If you are looking for an SUV with the latest tech, then the Scorpio Classic is cleary not for you.

4 Recipes For Wonderful Green Tomatoes

4 Recipes For Wonderful Green Tomatoes

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

Green Tomato Days are here. Make the most of them.

Is It Time To Smile, Nirmalaji?

Is It Time To Smile, Nirmalaji?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

Now that the economy is growing at a higher-than-expected rate, it is time to accelerate the pace of fiscal consolidation, and the Budget could be a good starting point, argues Rajesh Kumar.

How To Dress Like A Supermodel

How To Dress Like A Supermodel

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

Deepti Gujral is a fashion force to reckon with.

Selena Makes Heads Turn At Emmys

Selena Makes Heads Turn At Emmys

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

The 75th Emmys saw a lot of fashion, but even more talent.

Like Deepika's Look In Project K?

Like Deepika's Look In Project K?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

The makers of the upcoming sci-fi Project K unveiled the long-awaited official first look of Deepika Padukone from the film.

How AI Is Transforming Auto Manufacturing

How AI Is Transforming Auto Manufacturing

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

'From data on enquiries, we can build what we call a data lake or a data warehouse where data is classified into various cohorts and then we use AI and ML tools to predict demand down the line.'

Anurag Thakur to Wrestlers: 'Don't take any steps that would...'

Anurag Thakur to Wrestlers: 'Don't take any steps that would...'

Rediff.com31 May 2023

Sports Minister Anurag Thakur asked protesting wrestlers not to take any step that would undermine sports.

Jamiat, 2 firms booked for issuing 'forged' halal certificates to boost sales

Jamiat, 2 firms booked for issuing 'forged' halal certificates to boost sales

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

The case has been registered against entities such as the Halal India Private Limited Chennai, Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind Halal Trust Delhi, Halal Council of India Mumbai, Jamiat Ulama Maharashtra and others for allegedly exploiting religious sentiments to boost sales by providing halal certificates to customers of a specific religion, the UP government said in a statement on Saturday.

'All Good Things Start With Ghee'

'All Good Things Start With Ghee'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

'I always say you really cannot own a recipe.' 'In India, where, we have been cooking for thousands of years, how can you put a finger and say, 'This is mine'?'

Rohit hails Indian pacers: 'They showed their magic'

Rohit hails Indian pacers: 'They showed their magic'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

You don't see that every day: Rohit Sharma on his bowlers' masterclass against England

Recipe: Jayanti's Besan Mirchi

Recipe: Jayanti's Besan Mirchi

Rediff.com2 May 2023

This dish is sure to get your tastebuds grooving.

Fasting During Navratri? 10 Healthy Tips

Fasting During Navratri? 10 Healthy Tips

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

If you are fasting, you must steer clear of processed and packaged foods as they often contain additives, preservatives and excessive salt or sugar which can disrupt the purity and purpose of your diet, says dietician Ruchi Rai.

Is Renault Duster Coming Back?

Is Renault Duster Coming Back?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

The new Duster will go head-to-head with popular models like Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, MG Astor, etc in the highly competitive mid-size SUV segment.

Meet Iris, India's first AI teacher

Meet Iris, India's first AI teacher

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

'To tell you the truth, we did not expect Iris to make such waves, to get so much attention.'

'Love marriage jo arrange karni hai...'

'Love marriage jo arrange karni hai...'

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Neha and Mohnish Kharkar are school sweethearts whose friendship blossomed into a beautiful marriage.

Recipe: Maharashtrian Kadhi Gole

Recipe: Maharashtrian Kadhi Gole

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

It's the Maharashtrian version of kadhi pakoras.

GEAC clears environmental release of GM mustard

GEAC clears environmental release of GM mustard

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC) has recommended the environmental release of the genetically modified (GM) mustard variety DMH (Dhara Mustard Hybrid)-11, paving the way for the commercialisation of the country's first GM food crop. The GEAC said the recommendation was valid for four years from the date the approval letter was issued. Further studies and coordinated trials will have to be conducted jointly with the Indian Council of Agriculture Research (ICAR) within two years, according to the minutes of the GEAC meeting held on October 18, which was released on Wednesday.

Who Will Replace Jadeja, Rahul?

Who Will Replace Jadeja, Rahul?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the second Test against England?

Can Diabetics Eat Samosa, Kachori For Breakfast?

Can Diabetics Eat Samosa, Kachori For Breakfast?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Start the day with some whole grains or oats. Include a good source of fibre-containing food with every meal or snack.

'Christmas Is A Celebration Of Pure Life'

'Christmas Is A Celebration Of Pure Life'

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

'If we can't celebrate life itself, it is not a festival anymore, but one's ignorance of what's happening around us.'

Rahul gives India a 'good headache' for World Cup

Rahul gives India a 'good headache' for World Cup

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

K L Rahul has hit top form after returning from injury at the Asia Cup.