News for 'Communication Skills'

'I know my role and I just stick to that'

'I know my role and I just stick to that'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2020

Axar Patel, one of the most consistent performers for the Delhi Capitals in IPL 2020, reveals what makes him click.

'Indrani was very angry'

'Indrani was very angry'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

'At any point did you find out why Sheena had not disclosed her true relationship with Indrani?' Rahul: 'Sheena had told me as her grandparents were dependent on Indrani financially (and if she told the truth) her grandparents would suffer.' 'She had slapped Sheena the night before which she was very not happy about.'

'PM has gone for good administrators'

'PM has gone for good administrators'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

'Whether it will create an impact or not, only time will tell.'

Concern over Covid in kids under 5 as S Africa's daily cases shoot up

Concern over Covid in kids under 5 as S Africa's daily cases shoot up

Rediff.com4 Dec 2021

South African experts have expressed concern about the rising number of COVID-19 infections among young children, even as the country recorded a further 16,055 infections and 25 deaths overnight on Friday.

India rejects Google's patent plea for e-shoe

India rejects Google's patent plea for e-shoe

Rediff.com29 Feb 2020

The patent application for 'System and method for wearable electronic devices', filed in 2007, mentions various wearable models including a shoe that can communicate data to the user, electronic communication devices attached to clothes, wireless ear pieces and ankle bracelets that can transmit updated information from the body to the user. The drawings the company submitted to the patent office also show the design of a shoe that can be a wearable electronic device.

10 Tips to REDUCE STRESS At Work

10 Tips to REDUCE STRESS At Work

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

Work stress is unavoidable even if you love what you do, but there are steps you can take to keep job stress to a minimum, says Nakshi Satra, founder, Inha Wellness.

Is Kohli's 'captaincy regime' coming to an end?

Is Kohli's 'captaincy regime' coming to an end?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

It was waiting to happen after India's unceremonious World Cup exit and on Wednesday the Board of Control for Cricket in India ended Virat Kohli's run as India's white-ball captain with a rather matter-of-fact statement, handing the reins to Rohit Sharma "going forward".

Modi's new ministers take charge a day after expansion

Modi's new ministers take charge a day after expansion

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and other ministers took charge of their respective offices on Thursday, a day after taking oath at a ceremony held in the Darbar Hall of the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

HR GURU: 'I have to sack my friend'

HR GURU: 'I have to sack my friend'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

HR Guru Mayank Rautela offers practical advice.

HC seeks Centre's stand on plea by Manika Batra against TTFI

HC seeks Centre's stand on plea by Manika Batra against TTFI

Rediff.com20 Sep 2021

The Delhi High Court Monday sought the Centre's stand on a petition by Manika Batra, who was left out of the Indian contingent for the upcoming Asian Table Tennis Championships, assailing Table Tennis Federation of India's (TTFI) mandate of compulsory attendance at the National Coaching Camp in order to be selected.

Now, a negative post against the TDP may land you in jail

Now, a negative post against the TDP may land you in jail

Rediff.com16 Apr 2017

Taking a serious view of the "growing criticism" of the party and the government, TDP general secretary and state Information Technology Minister Nara Lokesh has asked his fellow leaders to initiate criminal action against those "tarnishing our image".

India, US kick off wargame in Indian Ocean with eye on China

India, US kick off wargame in Indian Ocean with eye on China

Rediff.com23 Jun 2021

The US has deployed its naval carrier strike group, led by the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan, as well as a fleet of F-18 fighter jets and E-2C Hawkeye all-weather aircraft for the exercise, officials said. The Indian assets at the exercise included Jaguar and Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jets, IL-78 air-to-air refuelling tanker aircraft, Airborne Warning and Control System aircraft and warships Kochi and Teg. The Indian Navy has also deployed a fleet of P8I maritime surveillance aircraft and MiG 29K jets, apart from other platforms.

2022: What's your numerology forecast?

2022: What's your numerology forecast?

Rediff.com1 Jan 2022

Sanjay B Jumaani, India's leading astro-numerologist, makes his predictions.

Has Online Education CHANGED Your Kids?

Has Online Education CHANGED Your Kids?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

An astrologer told Ramesh Menon that he was increasingly having worried parents asking him about the future of their children who were showing serious behavioural changes like lack of tolerance towards others, shunning social interaction, and even violent behaviour. They were worried because they had never ever seen such traits in their children before the pandemic.

NSE Rot Goes Deeper

NSE Rot Goes Deeper

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

The rot is is not limited to Chitra Ramkrishna and the yogi, observed Debashis Basu.

Want to train your brain muscles? Try these exercises

Want to train your brain muscles? Try these exercises

Rediff.com24 Mar 2019

Indulge in physiological and psychological exercises that challenge your brain and help it function optimally.

Now, Google Glass apps for kids with autism

Now, Google Glass apps for kids with autism

Rediff.com26 Dec 2014

So far, 200 people have signed up for Brain Power's beta programme, which will be conducted in three stages next year, and include research conducted under the protocols of Harvard Medical School by Brain Power's team members.

How to be a successful social butterfly

How to be a successful social butterfly

Rediff.com1 Nov 2014

Socialising with people around you is actually easy and effective if done the right way.

Watch what you say! Because it WILL ruin your career!

Watch what you say! Because it WILL ruin your career!

Rediff.com15 Jul 2014

Speaking is only one of the four skills we use to communicate. What are the other 3?

I was blank for few seconds: Sindhu on winning bronze

I was blank for few seconds: Sindhu on winning bronze

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

Reigning World champion P V Sindhu on Monday said she was completely blank after winning a second successive Olympic medal and it took her a while to realise the enormity of her historic achievement in the ongoing Games.

Now job opportunities abroad under govt initiative

Now job opportunities abroad under govt initiative

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

A fresh global skill gap study shows how India can tap opportunities in Germany, New Zealand, Qatar, Malaysia, The Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Sweden, Switzerland, UAE and the UK.

The Girl Who Flew Across The World

The Girl Who Flew Across The World

Rediff.com18 Aug 2022

'I've always wanted to be a pilot; setting records is the icing on the cake.'

Ishant on '100': It was important that I understood captain's psyche

Ishant on '100': It was important that I understood captain's psyche

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

Ishant made his Test debut as an 18-year-old in Bangladesh when Rahul Dravid was the captain and subsequently was led by Kumble, Dhoni, Kohli and Rahane during the last decade and half.

EXCLUSIVE! The Secret Of Modi's Success

EXCLUSIVE! The Secret Of Modi's Success

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

'In the course of my interactions with him, Modi insisted that he does not believe charisma alone can sustain people's trust for long.' 'That is why Modi consistently refers to Mahatma Gandhi to contextualise his politics.' 'He believes in taking his ideas to the masses and getting their acceptance as an index of approval.'
A revealing excerpt from Ajay Singh's The Architect of the New BJP: How Narendra Modi Transformed the Party.

'My husband is accusing me of infidelity'

'My husband is accusing me of infidelity'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

The PROs and CONs of online school

The PROs and CONs of online school

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

'As parents can hear their child's responses, they get an idea of their strengths and weaknesses right away,' says Lynette Menezes.

Chat@3: How to speak and write better English

Chat@3: How to speak and write better English

Rediff.com18 Feb 2014

In an online chat between 3 and 4 pm, today, Chander Madan, CEO of eAge Tutor will address your queries.

Qualities that will help a leader tide over crisis

Qualities that will help a leader tide over crisis

Rediff.com7 Apr 2014

During a crisis situation, effective communication both internally and externally is one of the most important measures.

'High-frequency indicators suggest recovery in economic activity'

'High-frequency indicators suggest recovery in economic activity'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

International Monetary Fund Chief Economist Gita Gopinath tells Indivjal Dhasmana high-frequency indicators for the third quarter of 2021 indicate momentum in economic recovery in India.

The case for boomerang hires

The case for boomerang hires

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

A growing number of firms are putting in formal policy frameworks to tap into company alumni and facilitate the return of former employees, discovers Sangeeta Tanwar.

I-B Minister Javadekar criticises 'TRP-centric' journalism

I-B Minister Javadekar criticises 'TRP-centric' journalism

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

He also asserted that the freedom of press has to be preserved at any cost in a democracy but media should remember that freedom comes with responsibility.

Modi Isn't A Speaker Who Enjoys The Unpredictable

Modi Isn't A Speaker Who Enjoys The Unpredictable

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

He appears to prefer controlled environments and secure, guided outcomes. In this format, he seems to be at home across scales ranging from a studio-based interview to giant stadiums. It highlights the significance of control in the ruling dispensation's idea of narrative, observes Shyam G Menon.

Ludo or Rummy? What's your choice?

Ludo or Rummy? What's your choice?

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

These games of skill with a large social component have managed the transition to a new online avatar.

The 'biggest' challenge for umpires post COVID-19

The 'biggest' challenge for umpires post COVID-19

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

Nitin Menon, the youngest member in the ICC elite panel of umpires, considers the Ashes series as the ultimate test for any umpire but he says the biggest challenge in prevailing circumstances is to ensure that the players, knowingly or unknowingly, don't apply saliva on the ball. Besides ensuring that players don't use saliva, umpires will have to monitor that they adhere to social distancing and that their hands are sanitised regularly after they come in contact with the ball.

'People wanted a martyr for AFSPA, but God gave me a life'

'People wanted a martyr for AFSPA, but God gave me a life'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

'The government needs to think if a draconian, outdated and colonial law is needed in a democratic, multi religious, diverse country governed by a democratic government.'

How to keep your job in 2019

How to keep your job in 2019

Rediff.com8 Jan 2019

These simple tips will help you stay saleable, relevant and marketable at the workplace.

Modi Cabinet reshuffle: Who got what

Modi Cabinet reshuffle: Who got what

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

Fifteen Cabinet ministers and 28 Ministers of State were sworn-in by President Ram Nath Kovind at a ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday evening.

From councillor to top Cong leader: The journey of Ahmed Patel

From councillor to top Cong leader: The journey of Ahmed Patel

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

He was elected as a local body councillor in 1976 in Bharuch Municipal body of Gujarat at the age of 25 years and became the political secretary of Sonia Gandhi and remained a bridge during UPA-I tenure between the party and the government.

Chennai to London: What my remote internship taught me

Chennai to London: What my remote internship taught me

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

'The internship made me realise that pursuing online courses will not add any value if one does not know where to apply it in the real world.'

Coach Kim hails Sindhu's 'perfect' performance at Worlds

Coach Kim hails Sindhu's 'perfect' performance at Worlds

Rediff.com4 Sep 2019

Kim Ji Hyun was handed the responsibility to sharpen the skills of former World No. 2 PV Sindhu with the World Championships and Olympics in mind.