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Stalin's Religion Reality Check

Stalin's Religion Reality Check

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

The Tamil Nadu chief minister may have opened a Pandora's Box on the religion front with the appointment of qualified non-Brahmin temple priests, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Dope-tainted Pathan will be eligible for IPL players' auction

Dope-tainted Pathan will be eligible for IPL players' auction

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

He will serve out five-month ban on Sunday but WADA says his case a pending one

AIADMK opposes the NEET bill, terms it 'illegal and unconstitutional'

AIADMK opposes the NEET bill, terms it 'illegal and unconstitutional'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam on Monday opposed in Rajya Sabha the government move to put in place a single examination for medical and dental courses through National Eligibility cum Entrance Test

IAS topper: 'I want to fight corruption'

IAS topper: 'I want to fight corruption'

Rediff.com20 May 2016

Meet Jasmeet Singh Sandhu who ranked third in the Union Public Service Commission exam this year.

The 100 percentile girl!

The 100 percentile girl!

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

Neha Manglik, the only female CAT topper this year tells us how she did it.

'Which university should I opt for?'

'Which university should I opt for?'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2015

In an online chat with readers overseas education consultant NNS Chandra addressed queries related to international admissions.

How NIIT became a big success in China

How NIIT became a big success in China

Rediff.com18 Feb 2020

The job placement rate for students trained by NIIT in China is over 90 per cent.' A revealing excerpt from Saibal Dasgupta's Running With The Dragon: How India Should Do Business With China.

Understanding the history of Indian spin bowling

Understanding the history of Indian spin bowling

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

Anindya Dutta relies on facts and figures rather than back stories to trace the history of Indian spin bowling, says Partha Basu.

8 Qs to ask before signing up for a course abroad

8 Qs to ask before signing up for a course abroad

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

Do a thorough research on the course and the university, and see what extra it offers apart from a regular degree, says Rohit Sethi.

'Should I go for CAT or GMAT?'

'Should I go for CAT or GMAT?'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2016

International education consultant NNS Chandra shares advice on how to pick the right international education.

Docs withdraw all services as RS passes NMC Bill

Docs withdraw all services as RS passes NMC Bill

Rediff.com1 Aug 2019

"The provisions of the said bill are nothing short of draconian and promote gross incompetence and mockery of professionals currently working day and night and sacrificing their youth for this broken system," said the protesting doctors.

How to write an impressive Statement of Purpose

How to write an impressive Statement of Purpose

Rediff.com14 Oct 2015

The primary content in an SOP should revolve around the reasons for which the programme and/or school you are applying to should accept you.

From top cricketer to hotelier: Ashraful is on a road to redemption

From top cricketer to hotelier: Ashraful is on a road to redemption

Rediff.com4 Mar 2016

When Bangladesh take on India in the Asia Cup final, on Sunday, the immensely talented but disgraced Mohammad Ashraful will watch from the sidelines wondering why his moral compass deviated, leading to a match-fixing ban and a regret that will last a lifetime.

'Everyone had spelt doomsday for India, but that did not happen'

'Everyone had spelt doomsday for India, but that did not happen'

Rediff.com23 May 2020

'People had said it will explode and everyone will die. Nothing of that sort has happened.' 'Our government has done a splendid job so far.'

'What is the difference between TOEFL and IELTS?'

'What is the difference between TOEFL and IELTS?'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

The TOEFL scores are accepted by more universities than any other English language test. You can take the test as many times as you wish.

From the 'war room' of the fight against COVID-19

From the 'war room' of the fight against COVID-19

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

How a swanky Mumbai cultural venue was transformed into a contact-less facility to combat coronavirus.

What is new in GATE 2015?

What is new in GATE 2015?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2014

Abhijit Chaudhari, Director, GATEFORUM tells you what to expect in the entrance exam this year and how you can prepare for it.

COVID-19: 'We are lucky it came later to India'

COVID-19: 'We are lucky it came later to India'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

'People are getting admitted to hospital two to three days before their death in a very serious respiratory compromise state and they are passing away within 48 hours.' 'Those who are coming early in the disease, the minute they are suspicious that they have COVID-19, the recovery rate has been much, much, higher.' 'The moral of the story is: We must destigmatise COVID-19.' 'People should be told: 'Look, if you have anything like this, please come immediately'.'

Should you buy a dengue health insurance plan?

Should you buy a dengue health insurance plan?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2016

Considering the rising dengue cases, the affordability and availability of such a plan makes it worth buying, says Harjot Singh Narula

Why this state's students want NEET

Why this state's students want NEET

Rediff.com13 May 2019

While the start may have been rocky, with renewed syllabus and coaching, students and teachers are largely in favour of the exam.

'What's the cost of doing an undergrad course in the US?'

'What's the cost of doing an undergrad course in the US?'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2015

In an online chat with readers overseas education consultant NNS Chandra addressed queries related to international admissions

India must enforce social distancing strictly

India must enforce social distancing strictly

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

'India does not have the wherewithal to successfully manage a full blown covid-19 crisis,' warns Vivek Gumaste.

Water crisis, Amitabh Bachchan and Bharat Mata Ki Jai

Water crisis, Amitabh Bachchan and Bharat Mata Ki Jai

Rediff.com5 Apr 2016

Maharashtra today faces an acute water crisis. But all that Devendra Fadnavis is concerned about who is not chanting slogans like Bharat Mata Ki Jai, says Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

'Where was black fungus hiding before April?'

'Where was black fungus hiding before April?'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

'Where did this fungus suddenly come from and get all over the country?'

Hospital Horror: 'IVF hospitals have a very low success rate'

Hospital Horror: 'IVF hospitals have a very low success rate'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

'IVF hospitals have very low success rates and provide very expensive treatment without having any knowledge of the real problem (it would seem)' says Rediff.com reader Tapasya Karthickeyan

'How to pick a good international university?'

'How to pick a good international university?'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2015

Overseas education consultant NNS Chandra offers advice on how to pick the right course and college.

Cricket's dressing room blues go back a long way

Cricket's dressing room blues go back a long way

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

'The dressing room is a precinct that abounds with all the complexities that make up human nature -- and the unpredictable consequences that can emerge from interpersonal relationships. 'A cursory study of cricket history throws up interesting (and some hugely surprising) examples of conflict between players from the same team,' says Ayaz Memon

Study abroad tips: How to crack your visa interview

Study abroad tips: How to crack your visa interview

Rediff.com12 May 2016

Provide necessary documents. Be calm and confident.

2 lakh to 3300 crore: The BYJU's Classes success story

2 lakh to 3300 crore: The BYJU's Classes success story

Rediff.com7 Oct 2016

'I always say I am a teacher by choice and an entrepreneur by chance.'

'Can I appear for IELTS and TOEFL?'

'Can I appear for IELTS and TOEFL?'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2015

Overseas education consultant NNS Chandra shares advice on how to pick the right international education.

'COVID-19 will be a year-long struggle'

'COVID-19 will be a year-long struggle'

Rediff.com18 May 2020

'Predictions are that numbers will continue to rise till May end and maybe in the first half of June will be our peak.'

Super 30: 'Show your kids this inspiring movie'

Super 30: 'Show your kids this inspiring movie'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2019

'You come out of the theatre feeling happy, inspired, with moist eyes and in awe.'

SC upholds Aadhaar, says it's not needed for cellphones, banks

SC upholds Aadhaar, says it's not needed for cellphones, banks

Rediff.com27 Sep 2018

The apex court's five-judge Constitution bench headed by Chief Justice Dipak Misra said Aadhaar is meant to help benefits reach the marginalised sections of the society and takes into account the dignity of people not only from personal but also from community point of view.

Why doctors oppose Modi's medical bill

Why doctors oppose Modi's medical bill

Rediff.com4 Jan 2018

'This government wants to keep control of everything in its hands.' 'If they have their stooges sitting on the National Medical Commission, they will do only the government's bidding.' 'Imagine a scary situation where people who have no knowledge about medicine sit on a commission that will take decisions on matters related to medical education, doctors and medical ethics.'

How the multiplex killed Bollywood

How the multiplex killed Bollywood

Rediff.com17 Mar 2018

'We need more universal films like Dangal, Sultan or Padmavat that work across single screens and multiplexes.'

John Abraham: My father is a super dad

John Abraham: My father is a super dad

Rediff.com21 Jun 2015

'My father was very supportive of my decision of becoming a model and actor. He never questioned my career choices. He always told me to study because that would make me stand up in front of a crowd.' John Abraham celebrates his father on Father's Day.

Volkswagen's cheating and China's exports showcase diesel woes

Volkswagen's cheating and China's exports showcase diesel woes

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

Governments encouraged motorists to switch to diesel in the belief that its superior fuel economy would outweigh the higher pollutants per litre burned.

How to crack the IIT-JEE 2015

How to crack the IIT-JEE 2015

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

Create a practical study plan. Read the questions cautiously. Use method of elimination.

Bihar topper scam: A well-oiled network

Bihar topper scam: A well-oiled network

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

The reputation of Bihar's schools has taken a knock. Satyavrat Mishra explains how a student-teacher nexus has gamed the system to produce toppers by the dozen.

The reason China opposes India's NSG bid

The reason China opposes India's NSG bid

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

Stating that India's entry into Nuclear Suppliers Group will "shake strategic balance in South Asia and even cast a cloud over peace and stability in the entire Asia-Pacific region", an article in the state-run 'Global Times' however said China could support India's inclusion in the 48 member nuclear club if it "played by rules".