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NEET-UG: How Haryana centre that saw 6 toppers fared

NEET-UG: How Haryana centre that saw 6 toppers fared

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

No National Eligibility cum Entrance Test-Undergraduate (NEET-UG) candidate has scored above 682 in the revised results for a centre in Haryana that was under the scanner after six aspirants who took the medical entrance exam there on May 5 got 720 out of 720.

Rahul's remarks in LS on Hindus, Modi expunged amid row

Rahul's remarks in LS on Hindus, Modi expunged amid row

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

Holding up pictures of Lord Shiva, Guru Nanak, and Jesus Christ, he referred to Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, Christianity, Buddhism and Jainism to underline the importance of fearlessness. He also cited the attributes of Lord Shiva and teachings of Guru Nanak, Jesus Christ, Buddha, and Mahavir to state that all religions and great people of the country have said "daro mat, darao mat (do not be scared, do not scare others)".

Final-yr exams of varsities postponed to September

Final-yr exams of varsities postponed to September

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

However, students unable to appear in final-year exams in September will get another chance and universities will conduct special exams 'as and when feasible', according to a revised guidelines issued by the University Grants Commission (UGC).

New dates for CBSE board exams in riot-hit Delhi

New dates for CBSE board exams in riot-hit Delhi

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

The CBSE had postponed exams in the area till February 29. However, the exams were conducted as per original schedule from March 2 onwards as the board officials opined that any further delay in conducting exams will affect the students prospects in undergraduate admissions.

Why Anjali Sacrificed Her Career For Sachin

Why Anjali Sacrificed Her Career For Sachin

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Anjali quickly decided not to pursue her career in medicine. If she had worked in a government hospital, she would have had to do her fair share of nights and weekends in hospital, which would have been tough when Sachin was back in Bombay between tours. Had she worked in private practice as Dr Anjali Tendulkar, she reckoned she would be consulted for her name rather than her expertise. Anjali is an all-or nothing person and she couldn't have just dabbled in doctoring. Moreover, she wanted to devote herself to keeping her husband in the right frame of mind to play his best cricket. A fascinating excerpt from Annabel Mehta and Georgina Brown's book, My Passage to India.

'Girl Refused To Marry Me But Wants To Be Friends'

'Girl Refused To Marry Me But Wants To Be Friends'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

It is not your job to help her move on from a relationship that she chose to break. You don't owe your ex-partner your unconditional support, counsels rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.

NEET: Cure The Disease Not The Symptoms

NEET: Cure The Disease Not The Symptoms

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

'The Indian private sector knows how to build and run educational organisations, what is needed is a large dose of removal of restrictions.' 'Government restrictions hold back universities in India from launching medical schools,' argue Ajay Shah and Vijay Kelkar.

IIT-JEE Main: Exam day guidelines

IIT-JEE Main: Exam day guidelines

Rediff.com14 Mar 2018

Experts draw up a checklist.

Students to give std 10, 12 board exam in their school

Students to give std 10, 12 board exam in their school

Rediff.com20 May 2020

Students will appear for pending class 10 and 12 board exams at the schools where they are enrolled instead of an external test centre, according to the HRD ministry. The ministry is also planning to declare the board exam results by July-end and evaluation process has already begun for exams which were conducted before the lockdown was announced.

Army cancels nationwide recruitment exam after paper leaked

Army cancels nationwide recruitment exam after paper leaked

Rediff.com28 Feb 2021

The Army has cancelled an examination for pan-India recruitment of general duty personnel after paper was found to have been leaked, officials said on Sunday.

Kharge's remarks in RS on PM poll speeches expunged

Kharge's remarks in RS on PM poll speeches expunged

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

The Rajya Sabha chairman asked him to authenticate his assertions and refused to accept newspaper clippings that the Congress leader showed to buttress his points.

SC ropes in IIT Delhi experts for answer on NEET-UG question

SC ropes in IIT Delhi experts for answer on NEET-UG question

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

The top court took note of the submissions of some aspirants that a question related to an "atom" and its characteristics had two correct answers and a set of examinees, who gave one particular answer out of the two correct ones, were awarded four marks.

'How Can A 16 Year Old Be A BJP Agent?'

'How Can A 16 Year Old Be A BJP Agent?'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

'I went to jail and met my father to convince him to join politics and believe in the Constitution.'

Opposition to raise NEET issue in Parliament today

Opposition to raise NEET issue in Parliament today

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

Leaders of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) have decided to raise the NEET issue in both houses of Parliament on Friday and members will give notices in this regard, sources have said.

No SSC, HSC exams before May 2021: Maha govt

No SSC, HSC exams before May 2021: Maha govt

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

'The current situation of coronavirus is likely to last for a longer period'

Police can detain person who resists...: New law

Police can detain person who resists...: New law

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

The BNSS, which replaced the British-era Code of Criminal Procedure, has introduced "a new insertion" as Clause 172 in 'Preventive Action of the Police'.

SC refuses to postpone civil services exam due to COVID-19

SC refuses to postpone civil services exam due to COVID-19

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

The Union Public Service Commission opposed the plea saying all necessary precautions have been taken and adequate arrangements have been made for holding the exam.

Chhota Bheem: The Curse of Damyaan: Fun Ride With Few Bumps

Chhota Bheem: The Curse of Damyaan: Fun Ride With Few Bumps

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Chhota Bheem: The Curse of Damyaan is a fun movie, its adventurous story and lovable characters make it worth watching with family, notes Riddhi Soni.

No anticipatory bail to Puja Khedkar in quota case

No anticipatory bail to Puja Khedkar in quota case

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

The judge directed the Delhi police to conduct its investigation "in all fairness" to find out candidates recommended in recent past who might have illegally availed of such benefits.

A Heartfelt Letter To College Freshers

A Heartfelt Letter To College Freshers

Rediff.com25 Jul 2024

Explore, engage, participate and excel in as many co-curricular activities and hackathons as possible to improve your self-confidence, communication skills and overall personality, advises rediffGURU Chocko Valliappa.

Revised SOP issued for conducting exams amid COVID-19

Revised SOP issued for conducting exams amid COVID-19

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

The ministry had on September 2 issued guidelines as per which staff and examinees from containment zones shall not be permitted to be physically present at exam centres and there will be alternative arrangements for such students.

Cong sees 'silent undercurrent' against BJP in west UP

Cong sees 'silent undercurrent' against BJP in west UP

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

The Congress on Friday claimed that a 'silent undercurrent' is brewing across western Uttar Pradesh against the 'failures' of the Modi government, as it flagged issues such as 'neglect' of sugarcane farmers and examination paper leaks.

Mamata finds 'motivated questions' in CAPF exam paper

Mamata finds 'motivated questions' in CAPF exam paper

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Thursday came down heavily on the Centre for alleged "politically motivated" questions asked at the CAPF (central armed police force) recruitment examination and said it proved that BJP has politicised the central forces to serve its political interests.

Need Last Minute Tips For CAT? Ask rediffGURUS

Need Last Minute Tips For CAT? Ask rediffGURUS

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

rediffGURUS Aashish Sood and Patrick Dsouza will answer your queries about the upcoming CAT exam.

'You are not Hindu': In maiden speech as LoP, Rahul stings BJP

'You are not Hindu': In maiden speech as LoP, Rahul stings BJP

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi launched a no-holds-barred attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party in the Lok Sabha on Monday, saying the leaders of the ruling party are not Hindus as they engage in "violence and hate" round the clock, drawing massive protests from the treasury benches, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi accusing the Congress leader of calling the entire Hindu community violent.

BJP manifesto promises to 'maintain peace in Northeast'

BJP manifesto promises to 'maintain peace in Northeast'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

In its election manifesto -- 'Sankalp Patra' -- the Bharatiya Janata Party has vowed to implement the Union Civil Code (UCC), maintain peace in the Northeast, among other key poll promises.

ICSE to conduct Class 10, 12 exams from July 1-14

ICSE to conduct Class 10, 12 exams from July 1-14

Rediff.com23 May 2020

The exams were postponed in view of the nationwide lockdown imposed to contain the spread of COVID-19.

CBSE 10-12 exams to be held 'at first possibility', says board

CBSE 10-12 exams to be held 'at first possibility', says board

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

The board is prepared to conduct the exams for class 10 and 12 for crucial 29 subjects, while the Human Resource Development Ministry has directed states to start the evaluation process for the exams already conducted and facilitate the CBSE in evaluation of answer sheets.

Sonia slams 'blatantly misogynist' question in CBSE exam

Sonia slams 'blatantly misogynist' question in CBSE exam

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

Raising the issue during Zero Hour, Gandhi demanded immediate withdrawal of the objectionable question and a review into the 'gravest lapse'.

The Garbage Collector Whose Book Is Taught At Uni

The Garbage Collector Whose Book Is Taught At Uni

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

'Not even in my wildest dreams did I think I would write a book one day.'

Over 4 lakh students to lose 5 marks in NEET-UG after SC order

Over 4 lakh students to lose 5 marks in NEET-UG after SC order

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

The NTA had treated the two options as correct answers to the Physics question and had granted four marks to those examinees who had marked these options.

Kuwait fire tragedy devastates Kerala and Tamil Nadu

Kuwait fire tragedy devastates Kerala and Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Heart-breaking stories of sorrow and shock began emerging from various parts of Kerala as people learned about the death of their loved ones.

10-year jail, Rs 10 cr fine: K'taka tables bill to prevent exam offences

10-year jail, Rs 10 cr fine: K'taka tables bill to prevent exam offences

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

Provisions in the bill, titled Karnataka Public Examination (Measures for Prevention of Corruption and Unfair Means in Recruitment) Bill, 2023, also include confiscation of property.

Want To Study Medicine, MBA Abroad?

Want To Study Medicine, MBA Abroad?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

rediffGURU Sushil Sukhwani underlines the factors you need to consider before you make the decision to study outside India.

IT Firms Shift To Off-Campus Hiring

IT Firms Shift To Off-Campus Hiring

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

'Both campuses and talent should brace for a low-velocity campus hiring season that might extend into the off-campus period.'

CBSE 10th, 12th exams to be held from May 4 to June 10

CBSE 10th, 12th exams to be held from May 4 to June 10

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

The results of the board exams will be announced by July 15.

Decoding the Manu Bhaker-Jaspal Rana bond

Decoding the Manu Bhaker-Jaspal Rana bond

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

Manu Bhaker and Jaspal Rana are chalk and cheese when it comes to their individual personalities

Modi preaches consensus but practices confrontation: Sonia slams Modi

Modi preaches consensus but practices confrontation: Sonia slams Modi

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

Sonia also described the mention of Emergency by the PM, the Lok Sabha Speaker as an attempt to divert attention from the "assault on the Constitution".

'The Way We Express Love Has Changed'

'The Way We Express Love Has Changed'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2024

'We are the kids from the '90s who have grown up watching Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol romancing on Suraj Hua Maddham.' 'At the same time, we are also the same people who text our partner and tell them, 'I am breaking up with you'.'

Will UP Startle Modi?

Will UP Startle Modi?

Rediff.com31 May 2024

The best-case scenario is that the BJP will top out at around 50 seats in UP -- a drop of 12 from the 62 it had won in 2019. Taken in tandem with Maharashtra and Karnataka, this is what is likely to put paid to the BJP's ambitions of a third term for Modi, argues Prem Panicker.