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7 more reasons why your credit card could be declined

7 more reasons why your credit card could be declined

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

If you ever face a situation where your card transaction is declined, it is advisable to call your bank and check with them for the cause. In most cases, unless it's a fraudulent issue, the problems will be resolved on the phone.

'I have a degree, why should I bother about soft skills?'

'I have a degree, why should I bother about soft skills?'

Rediff.com10 May 2016

While technical skills can land you a job interview, soft skills will help you stand out and climb up the career ladder.

Santosh Sivan: It's important for me to spread my wings beyond cinema

Santosh Sivan: It's important for me to spread my wings beyond cinema

Rediff.com29 Jan 2014

Ace cinematographer and filmmaker Santosh Sivan is delighted by the government's decision to honour him with Padma Shri.

6 reasons why you must buy insurance

6 reasons why you must buy insurance

Rediff.com1 Feb 2016

Ignore insurance at your own risk

Don't slouch! Fix your bad posture NOW

Don't slouch! Fix your bad posture NOW

Rediff.com28 Dec 2015

It will make you look slimmer and taller too!

What to avoid in a job interview

What to avoid in a job interview

Rediff.com12 Nov 2014

Hiring experts tell us how trivial things you say and do can lead to your rejection.

Christmas recipes: Beveca and Chicken Roast

Christmas recipes: Beveca and Chicken Roast

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

Hazel Daniel tells us how Anglo Indians celebrate Christmas.

Christmas recipes: Utterly sweetalicious Goan treats

Christmas recipes: Utterly sweetalicious Goan treats

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

Ivan Crasto offers his family's recipe for Goan semolina cake and Chocolate Fudge.

A small fund that packs a punch

A small fund that packs a punch

Rediff.com23 Apr 2016

An analysis of how DSP BlackRock Micro Cap fund has performed in the last five years

Mango recipes: Murabba, Panna, Chutney and Mangai Sadam

Mango recipes: Murabba, Panna, Chutney and Mangai Sadam

Rediff.com19 Apr 2016

Here are some tongue tickling raw mango recipes for you to indulge in. You can share yours too!

China accuses US of using democracy as 'WMD' to stoke confrontation

China accuses US of using democracy as 'WMD' to stoke confrontation

Rediff.com11 Dec 2021

While the US omitted China and Russia from the list of invitees, Beijing was furious over the invitation to the self-governing island Taiwan, which China said is a blatant violation of the 'One China' policy that considers Taipei as the integral part of the Chinese mainland.

Why loan against property can be risky

Why loan against property can be risky

Rediff.com3 Jan 2018

Most borrowers of loans against property pin hopes on future cash flows from their business, but in case of failure to repay the loan, the lender can repossess the property and sell it.

Want to retire early? Here's how you can

Want to retire early? Here's how you can

Rediff.com2 Jan 2018

The sooner you create a plan and put it into action, the better the chance of your early retirement dream becoming a reality, says Naval Goel

Why studying in the UK may be affordable for Indians

Why studying in the UK may be affordable for Indians

Rediff.com3 Mar 2019

Since courses in the UK are of shorter duration, education, it may be affordable as compared to other study abroad destinations, says Sushil Sukhwani.

7 lessons I learned from failure

7 lessons I learned from failure

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

A startup founder shares important lessons learned from shutting down his company.

Get fit with Surya Namaskar

Get fit with Surya Namaskar

Rediff.com27 Nov 2015

The Sun Salutation or Surya Namaskar is a combination of various poses seamlessly flowing into one big movement. Brinda Sapat shows us how to make the most of it.

Do you have financially smart friends?

Do you have financially smart friends?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2015

Friendships bring joy. And if you have friends who are smart about managing their money, then it shall bring you riches too.

'The uppuma simply melts in your mouth'

'The uppuma simply melts in your mouth'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2015

Rediff reader Ashok Paskalraj writes about the steaming hot uppuma served at Villupuram railway station.

10 reasons why Surya Namaskar is good for you

10 reasons why Surya Namaskar is good for you

Rediff.com11 Nov 2015

Practice Surya Namaskar every morning to rejuvenate your mind, body and soul.

Are you preparing for the RBI Grade B exam?

Are you preparing for the RBI Grade B exam?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2015

Here's everything you need to know about the entrance examination.

What's a 'healthy' vegetarian diet?

What's a 'healthy' vegetarian diet?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

'Having refined carbohydrates -- such as maida -- in excess is not really healthy.'

How to build a powerful team

How to build a powerful team

Rediff.com2 Nov 2015

The success of any organisation relies strongly on the people it hires.

India ranks 130 in ease of doing biz list; jumps 12 spots

India ranks 130 in ease of doing biz list; jumps 12 spots

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

India ranks 130 in ease of doing biz report; jumps 12 spots

6 phrases that you've been using incorrectly

6 phrases that you've been using incorrectly

Rediff.com31 Dec 2014

Continuing with our series on correct English usage, we list out six phrases that are so often misused.

Dress for success: Fashion tips to show you mean business

Dress for success: Fashion tips to show you mean business

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

Tips to pick the right business attire.

5 reasons to love your auto rickshaw rides in Delhi

5 reasons to love your auto rickshaw rides in Delhi

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

A tribute to all the Delhi auto rickshaws and autowalas we come across everyday!

Want to be a manager? Be a team player first

Want to be a manager? Be a team player first

Rediff.com15 Oct 2015

A good manager is one who takes interest in understanding, developing and building her/his team.

Would you pay to see Sachin, 46, bat today?

Would you pay to see Sachin, 46, bat today?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2019

'Can Tendulkar recreate the magic of his youth?', asks advertising guru Sandeep Goyal.

What does 'DPD' on your CIBIL Report mean?

What does 'DPD' on your CIBIL Report mean?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

The 'DPD' indicates how many days a payment on a respective account has been delayed. Simply put, it's trouble for the borrower

Ladies, Build Your Business Skills! Build Your Technical Skills!

Ladies, Build Your Business Skills! Build Your Technical Skills!

Rediff.com25 May 2022

Never let self-doubt get in your way and the fear of rejection stop you from growing.

6 tips to build healthy bones

6 tips to build healthy bones

Rediff.com19 Jan 2016

Begin your day with exercise. Do not sit for too long.

Study Abroad tips: The best undergrad courses in the US

Study Abroad tips: The best undergrad courses in the US

Rediff.com21 May 2016

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

How to get the body you want without starving

How to get the body you want without starving

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

Eat what you love but remember to burn extra calories and fight fat.

10 JOB skills that really matter right now

10 JOB skills that really matter right now

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

The ability to collaborate with your team and unlock synergies towards a common goal while operating from a remote location is one of the top and evergreen skills you can highlight on your resume.

Travel calendar: Places to visit in January

Travel calendar: Places to visit in January

Rediff.com11 Jan 2017

It's never to late to squeeze in a quick trip this month.

Do adults need vaccination?

Do adults need vaccination?

Rediff.com22 Aug 2015

Adults are as likely as children to fall prey to diseases that immunisation can potentially prevent.

Cyrus Mistry: The Wise Young Owl

Cyrus Mistry: The Wise Young Owl

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

'Cyrus was always very different. He would think before acting.'

CEA Subramanian to return to academia after three-year stint

CEA Subramanian to return to academia after three-year stint

Rediff.com8 Oct 2021

Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) K V Subramanian will be leaving the finance ministry and returning to academia on completion of his three-year term. The government had appointed Subramanian, an ISB Hyderabad professor, as the CEA in December 2018. He had succeeded Arvind Subramanian, who quit the position close to a year ahead of his extended tenure. Subramanian's three-year term would have come up for renewal in December but he decided to return to academia.

Christmas recipe: Chicken Biryani and Macaroons

Christmas recipe: Chicken Biryani and Macaroons

Rediff.com25 Dec 2016

Chitra R shares this special Christmas recipe from her hometown Kanyakumari.

How to pay less tax on capital gains you make by using indexation

How to pay less tax on capital gains you make by using indexation

Rediff.com9 Aug 2015

Indexation is a technique to adjust tax payments by employing a price index which adjusts for inflation