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India's New Trilemma

India's New Trilemma

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

...Kids, jobs, emigration, notes Ajit Balakrishnan.

Mumbai lad rises from Dharavi slum to become army officer

Mumbai lad rises from Dharavi slum to become army officer

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

Umesh Keelu said he would be motivating other youngsters from Dharavi slums to join the armed forces.

Can't promote students without holding final year exams: SC

Can't promote students without holding final year exams: SC

Rediff.com29 Aug 2020

A bench of Justices Ashok Bhushan, R S Reddy and M R Shah said if any State/Union Territory in exercise of their jurisdiction under the Disaster Management Act (DMA) has taken a decision that it is not possible to conduct the final year/terminal semester examination by September 30, then they can make an application to the UGC for extending the deadline.

Over 97% appeared in Class 10 exam in riot-hit areas

Over 97% appeared in Class 10 exam in riot-hit areas

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

The CBSE on Sunday said any further delay may hamper chances of students in securing admission to professional courses like medical and engineering, though it is ready to conduct fresh exams for students who are not able to appear.

BJP States Go All Out With Populist Schemes

BJP States Go All Out With Populist Schemes

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Several BJP-backed state governments have unveiled schemes targeting the poor, women, farmers and students, following the party's setback in the Lok Sabha polls.

CBSE defers board exams scheduled for Feb 28, 29 in NE Delhi

CBSE defers board exams scheduled for Feb 28, 29 in NE Delhi

Rediff.com27 Feb 2020

The exam postponement announcement by the CBSE came for the third time this week due to communal violence in northeast Delhi over the amended citizenship law which has claimed 34 lives so far and left over 200 people injured. "The next date for the affected students will be notified shortly," CBSE Secretary Anurag Tripathi said.

Outfits So Outrageous That...

Outfits So Outrageous That...

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

Students of Pearl Academy presented their collection, First Cut, at the Lakme Fashion Week in Mumbai.

Std 10 exam to be held only in north east Delhi: HRD minister

Std 10 exam to be held only in north east Delhi: HRD minister

Rediff.com5 May 2020

The HRD minister also clarified to the students of North East Delhi that there is no need to reappear in these examinations if you have already appeared.

My Father, The Trailblazer

My Father, The Trailblazer

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

To tell us about your father, just mail us at getahead@rediff.co.in (subject: My father) along with your name, the place where you live, your father's name and picture and your message about him.

After SC verdict, UPSC allows unmarried women to apply for NDA exam

After SC verdict, UPSC allows unmarried women to apply for NDA exam

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

In compliance with the apex court's interim direction, the UPSC has decided to open the application on upsconline.nic.in for this exam to enable 'unmarried women candidates only' who are otherwise eligible in terms of nationality, age, educational qualification etc., the statement said.

CBSE, ICSE have cancelled remaining Class X, XII exams: Govt to SC

CBSE, ICSE have cancelled remaining Class X, XII exams: Govt to SC

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

The examinees of Class XII of CBSE Board will however have the option of either taking the exams later or to move ahead with the assessment based on their performance in the last three internal exams.

My Advice To Youngsters Is...

My Advice To Youngsters Is...

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

'To those who have just finished engineering or MCA or BSc, BBA, I will say they should take up whatever internship opportunities they are getting.' 'They should look for opportunities to learn the latest tools.' 'They should think innovative and try to solve problems. Only when you sharpen your skills, you will remain relevant.'

The Highs, The Lows At Euro 2024

The Highs, The Lows At Euro 2024

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

While the tournament saw the emergence of young stars, the usual suspects, the big names flattered to deceive.

Exam stress: How parents and family can help

Exam stress: How parents and family can help

Rediff.com14 Mar 2019

Stay calm. Be helpful. Steer clear of arguments. Encourage them to eat well, sleep and rest adequately.

16-year-old JEE aspirant dies by suicide, another goes missing in Kota

16-year-old JEE aspirant dies by suicide, another goes missing in Kota

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

The body a 16-year-old JEE aspirant, who left his hostel for a routine test on February 11 and went missing, was found on Monday night stuck between two trees on a rock in a forest area in Rajasthan's Kota, the police said.

'Budget Hasn't Addressed Real Economy Issues'

'Budget Hasn't Addressed Real Economy Issues'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

'Generating employment requires a shift in policy.' 'If not, the country will face economic, social and political challenges in the coming years.'

Questions about your CAT application form? Ask rediffGURUS

Questions about your CAT application form? Ask rediffGURUS

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

rediffGURU and CAT expert Aashish Sood will answer all your queries relating to the upcoming CAT exam.

'What hurts most is when people pity me'

'What hurts most is when people pity me'

Rediff.com14 May 2024

'It is important to understand that the disability is not in the person.' 'The problem lies in societal attitude and the discriminatory treatment given to disabled people in our country.'

Kejriwal urges Centre to cancel CBSE exams as COVID-19 cases rise in Delhi

Kejriwal urges Centre to cancel CBSE exams as COVID-19 cases rise in Delhi

Rediff.com13 Apr 2021

Addressing a press conference, Kejriwal said, "Six lakh children in Delhi are going to write CBSE exams. Nearly 1 lakh teachers will be a part of it. These can become major hotspots leading to large-scale spreading of Corona. Children's lives & health is very important to us. I request Centre to cancel CBSE exams."

Nancy Tyagi Stitches Her Way To Cannes

Nancy Tyagi Stitches Her Way To Cannes

Rediff.com28 May 2024

'I chose the colour pink and I looked like a doll in it.' 'I worked on the pink gown single-handed and it took me one month...'

My father's advice: 'Clear every exam in life'

My father's advice: 'Clear every exam in life'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2019

Rediff reader Prashant Panwalkar from Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh tells us what he learned from his father.

Day 3 of farmers' stir: Delhi borders remain sealed; cops extra vigilant

Day 3 of farmers' stir: Delhi borders remain sealed; cops extra vigilant

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

As the 'Delhi Chalo' agitation of farmers entered the third day on Thursday, two key border points between Delhi and Haryana remained closed for traffic, while security personnel in anti-riot gear conducted drills and mock exercises to ensure their fool-proof preparation.

College student 'tortured and killed' in Telangana hostel; 7 detained

College student 'tortured and killed' in Telangana hostel; 7 detained

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

Based on a preliminary investigation, the police said that Venkat had told an intermediate first-year student at the hostel to focus on his studies when he allegedly discussed committing malpractice in the ongoing exams.

40 Muslim girls in Udupi abstain from exams over hijab row

40 Muslim girls in Udupi abstain from exams over hijab row

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

Forty Muslim girl students from Udupi district of Karnataka abstained from appearing for the first pre-university examination on Tuesday as they were apparently hurt by the recent high court verdict against wearing of hijab inside classrooms.

Modi invokes Emergency in Rajya Sabha speech, Opposition walks out

Modi invokes Emergency in Rajya Sabha speech, Opposition walks out

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday took the Congress to the cleaners over making the 2024 general elections about the protection of the Constitution, saying Indians voted on the plank only once when they threw out the Indira Gandhi government in 1977 after the Emergency.

The Lives PSU Bankers Lead

The Lives PSU Bankers Lead

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

A peek into the life of a public-sector banker who did well professionally, but paid a price for it, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

EdTech firm moves SC against grace marks to 1500 NEET-UG students

EdTech firm moves SC against grace marks to 1500 NEET-UG students

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

The plea challenges the alleged award of grace marks on account of loss of time apparently due to several reasons. The petition is yet to be listed for hearing.

In Sasaram, playing cricket was a crime, says Akash Deep after his maiden Test call-up

In Sasaram, playing cricket was a crime, says Akash Deep after his maiden Test call-up

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

Akash Deep had just finished his spell and was manning the boundary when he heard everyone in the Bengal dressing room clapping in unison and congratulating him.

NEET aspirant hangs self in Kota, 8th death since Jan; parents allege murder

NEET aspirant hangs self in Kota, 8th death since Jan; parents allege murder

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

This is the eighth case of suspected suicide by a coaching student in Kota so far this year, according to the police.

'My Wife Is Rude To Me. HELP!'

'My Wife Is Rude To Me. HELP!'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Listening to her and showing appreciation can improve your connection, suggests rediffGURU Kanchan Rai.

NEET results: Rajasthan's Nalin Khandelwal tops exam

NEET results: Rajasthan's Nalin Khandelwal tops exam

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

The results of National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET) 2019 were declared Wednesday, June 5, 2019.

'Pariksha Pe Charcha': Modi tells students exam isn't everything

'Pariksha Pe Charcha': Modi tells students exam isn't everything

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

Reaching out to students across the country through the third edition of the 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' programme, the PM told them not to get demotivated by temporary setbacks. He used examples from cricket, the Chandrayaan 2 mission and his own experiences and spoke on a range of issues, including exam stress and time management.

Is Modi Ki Vote Guarantee Finished?

Is Modi Ki Vote Guarantee Finished?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Now, every state election -- first up, Maharashtra, Haryana and Jharkhand later this year, then Delhi in January and Bihar in September next year -- will be seen by his followers for evidence of his recovery, and by rivals of sharpening decline, points out Shekhar Gupta.

Review: Gullak 4: Pleasant Watch

Review: Gullak 4: Pleasant Watch

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

The new season coasts along on the simple anecdotes that make up the piggy bank of family lore; the performances are as wonderful as before, but the sharpness of humour is starting to dull a bit, observes Deepa Gahlot.

CBSE to conduct Std 10, 12 exams for only 29 subjects

CBSE to conduct Std 10, 12 exams for only 29 subjects

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

According to officials, the board will inform students about the schedule 10 days in advance.

'Single Mom, Engineer Looking For A Job'

'Single Mom, Engineer Looking For A Job'

Rediff.com15 May 2024

rediffGURU Archana Deshpande, founder, of TransformMe Life Skills Coaching, offers advice on how to improve your soft skills, build confidence and enhance self-esteem.

'I Would Have Even Defeated Modi In Ayodhya'

'I Would Have Even Defeated Modi In Ayodhya'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

'The 2024 general elections proved that UP is not Gujarat.'

Fit Sreejesh says Paris Games won't be his last

Fit Sreejesh says Paris Games won't be his last

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

The goal-keeper eyes coaching role post retirement.

Expert Tips to Crack CAT 2023 in 60 Days

Expert Tips to Crack CAT 2023 in 60 Days

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

rediffGURU Patrick Dsouza tells you how to optimise your preparation for the Common Admission Test scheduled on Sunday, November 26, 2023.

'Will Banking Career Affect Marriage Prospects?'

'Will Banking Career Affect Marriage Prospects?'

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Shekhar Kumar, an HR expert, talent, and client acquisition leader at SEPL offers advice on how to grow professionally.