News for 'Education and Skill Development'

Why are homes in Mumbai so expensive?

Why are homes in Mumbai so expensive?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2015

Anuj Puri, chairman and country head at JLL India explains the dynamics of the city's real estate.

OECD raises India growth outlook, urges reforms

OECD raises India growth outlook, urges reforms

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Increasing female economic participation by ensuring equal work opportunities for women and expanding access to education and skills training for female entrepreneurs.

Spectrum bounty: How much will the govt get?

Spectrum bounty: How much will the govt get?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

The marketplace was simply not conducive to the extension and evolution of broadband networks, particularly for less dense rural markets, so connectivity and services suffered.

PM to visit Naxal-affected Dantewada, 10,000 troops deployed

PM to visit Naxal-affected Dantewada, 10,000 troops deployed

Rediff.com8 May 2015

The prime minister will be visiting an education city, aimed at providing education to under-privileged children living in the area

Obama opens US border to more talent from India

Obama opens US border to more talent from India

Rediff.com22 Nov 2014

To secure a work visa in the US, students have to find an employer who can sponsor it.

Why the outlook for globalisation is bleak

Why the outlook for globalisation is bleak

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

Substantial gains can still be made with good policies and initiatives.

Science must meet rising aspirations of our people: PM

Science must meet rising aspirations of our people: PM

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

By 2030 India will be among top three countries in science and technology: PM

Speedy justice still a distant dream: Chief Justice of India

Speedy justice still a distant dream: Chief Justice of India

Rediff.com21 Aug 2016

Chief Justice of India Justice T S Thakur today said that "corresponding upgradation" of judiciary was a must to face the challenges of emerging social and economic scenario and observed that "unpolluted and speedy justice still remains a distant dream".

Congress has a reply to each of Modi's controversial remarks

Congress has a reply to each of Modi's controversial remarks

Rediff.com16 Jul 2013

Armed with data and statistics, Congress leaders refute every point made by Narendra Modi as part of its new strategy to take on the firebrand Gujarat chief minister. Renu Mittal reports

Over 50 injured at PM Modi's Saturday rally venue in Raipur

Over 50 injured at PM Modi's Saturday rally venue in Raipur

Rediff.com8 May 2015

The dome over a stage being erected for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's public rally at Naya Raipur on Saturday collapsed in severe storm, forcing cancellation of his engagements there.

A school where teachers don't 'teach'!

A school where teachers don't 'teach'!

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

Some 230 kilometres from Kolkata, in West Bengal's Birbhum district, 500 children stand out because of their 'unconventional' education, says Anjuli Bhargava.

India, Afghanistan call for end to state-sponsored terrorism

India, Afghanistan call for end to state-sponsored terrorism

Rediff.com14 Sep 2016

India offers $1 billion towards Afghanistan's development during Afghan President Ashraf Ghani's visit.

Ashish Rajpal: The man who dreams of helping 10 million children learn

Ashish Rajpal: The man who dreams of helping 10 million children learn

Rediff.com7 Mar 2017

XSEED Education is a curriculum-and training-based learning solution that helps schools improve their teaching techniques. And its impact, even on students with dyslexia and dysgraphia, is remarkable.

When mother tongue is used for political vendetta

When mother tongue is used for political vendetta

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

Given India's political scenario, where parties seek votes on the basis of caste and religion, the issue of using mother tongue in schools is more of a political vendetta, says Devanik Saha

Study Abroad: How to get into a top b-school

Study Abroad: How to get into a top b-school

Rediff.com20 Feb 2016

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

This 19 year old is transforming the lives of underprivileged children

This 19 year old is transforming the lives of underprivileged children

Rediff.com11 Sep 2017

Make The World Wonderful, an NGO founded by Meghana Dabbara in 2015, is on a mission to set up 2,500 child adoption programme centres by 2023.

Dyslexic and successful: Meet the victors

Dyslexic and successful: Meet the victors

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

From memorising things to managing anger, these icons found the perfect way to overcome dyslexia.

'Wearing a hat makes your look feel more complete'

'Wearing a hat makes your look feel more complete'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

Designer Namrata Lodha has been winning hearts with her sustainable hats.

The scary messages from the Saran riots

The scary messages from the Saran riots

Rediff.com17 Aug 2016

'Consider this image of today's youth in Bihar -- armed with a bike, a smartphone and possibly some illegal arms too, imbibing incessant stream of images from the Internet and television.' 'Some of them would turn into gau bhakts, some would listen with interest the exploits of Salafism, dig deep into the Internet to come out with images which cry vociferously that their respective religions are in danger.'

What are the best options for MBA abroad?

What are the best options for MBA abroad?

Rediff.com7 May 2016

Overseas education consultant NNS Chandra offers advice.

Modi, Obama's new agenda to strengthen Indo-US ties

Modi, Obama's new agenda to strengthen Indo-US ties

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

The prime minister and president stated their intention to expand defence co-operation to bolster national, regional and global security.

India suffers from huge gender pay gap

India suffers from huge gender pay gap

Rediff.com17 May 2016

IT services sector has a huge gender pay gap of 34 per cent.

Blockchain and crypto: Three key trends to watch out for

Blockchain and crypto: Three key trends to watch out for

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

'A key trend that one should expect to see is tonnes of failures.' 'Several blockchain-focused companies will fail.'

Naidu's journey from pasting party posters to being Vice President

Naidu's journey from pasting party posters to being Vice President

Rediff.com5 Aug 2017

Naidu was an ABVP activist during the Emergency and was arrested and jailed.

PM Modi inks 5 deals with 'crucial partner' Tanzania

PM Modi inks 5 deals with 'crucial partner' Tanzania

Rediff.com10 Jul 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in Tanzania where he held talks with Tanzanian President John Pombe Joseph Magufuli.

'I am not too worried about KL Rahul's form'

'I am not too worried about KL Rahul's form'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2019

There has been no change in KL Rahul's wretched form even after his comeback from suspension but India 'A' coach Rahul Dravid is not worried as he has confidence in the talented opener's quality.

North India without jobs? It's an alarming situation

North India without jobs? It's an alarming situation

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Researchers at Ambit capital fear that the region "runs the risk of exploding as millions of barely literate men face a lifetime without jobs and without women."

'We are not film stars'

'We are not film stars'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

In the heat and dust of a Baramati rally with Supriya Sule.

Making smart cities 'inclusive' in India

Making smart cities 'inclusive' in India

Rediff.com10 Sep 2015

These smart cities should have the capacity to absorb, adapt and provide opportunities for both the poor rural migrants as well as the educated professionals, say Sujit K Pruseth & Sachi Satapathy.

What if migrant labour want 'ghar wapasi'?

What if migrant labour want 'ghar wapasi'?

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

'In difficult times as now, the call of the village is all that these migrants can hear,' observes Vijaya Pushkarna.

Why the minorities need not fear Modi

Why the minorities need not fear Modi

Rediff.com15 Apr 2014

'Modi knows he will fail if he does not afford Muslims, Christians or even other backward Hindu classes the opportunities and means to improve the quality of their lives. Prosperous and educated people are less prone to rioting,' says Maneck Davar.

India's foreign policy change opens new avenues for trade with US

India's foreign policy change opens new avenues for trade with US

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

Indian businesses in the US have created about 91000 jobs in the US.

Scared of losing your job? 3 things you can do

Scared of losing your job? 3 things you can do

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

At this point, it is crucial to think of solutions that will help flatten the curve and also generate income, says Pratyush Banerjee.

New York City Marathon most technologically advanced: TCS

New York City Marathon most technologically advanced: TCS

Rediff.com3 Nov 2014

TCS previously developed mobile apps for the last year's marathon, helping participants to track runners and to receive race results, information on the event, and tips for training.

Congress calls PM 'pied piper', attacks MoS after Irani

Congress calls PM 'pied piper', attacks MoS after Irani

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

The Congress party on Friday attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his ministerial colleagues, latching on to the controversy surrounding newly-inducted minister of state for HRD Ram Shankar Katheria over his graduation marksheet.

'Economic growth is the means to deliver social justice'

'Economic growth is the means to deliver social justice'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

We have brought about a slew of reforms that would help improve governance and also facilitate industrial growth, Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje tells Sahil Makkar.

NCR's new towns get ready for realty boom

NCR's new towns get ready for realty boom

Rediff.com21 Jul 2013

Nondescript Bhiwani and Mahendragarh in Haryana, recently named part of the NCR, are likely to see developers queueing up soon and investors betting big on the new hubs.

Why are exams destroying our children?

Why are exams destroying our children?

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

The examination season -- and results -- represent enormous pressure, both for students and parents.

'There is very serious rural distress and it is a major worry'

'There is very serious rural distress and it is a major worry'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2020

'MGNREGA is definitely like a lifeline and is the employer of the last resort'

FULL TEXT of President's R-Day address to the nation

FULL TEXT of President's R-Day address to the nation

Rediff.com25 Jan 2017

The President talked about demonetisation, electoral reforms and disruptions in Parliament.