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Buying student travel insurance? 5 tips for you

Buying student travel insurance? 5 tips for you

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

After all, when you are studying, it is better if all you have to worry about are your grades.

'No cap on international students coming to the UK'

'No cap on international students coming to the UK'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2012

The president of Universities UK has spoken out against the myth that it has become more difficult for international students to study in Britain.

British Indian ex-minister Alok Sharma knighted; 30 more PIOs to be honoured

British Indian ex-minister Alok Sharma knighted; 30 more PIOs to be honoured

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

Sharma was the president of the conference, the first since the Paris Agreement of COP21 that expected parties to make enhanced commitments towards mitigating climate change.

How to nail your student visa interview

How to nail your student visa interview

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

Be well prepared. Support your argument clearly, precisely.

Brain Drain 2.0 Is Taking Place In India

Brain Drain 2.0 Is Taking Place In India

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

The migration of domestically developed intellectual property to foreign corporations within India reflects an anomaly in the demand pattern of the country's job market, points out Kanika Datta.

Buying a home abroad not just a dream anymore

Buying a home abroad not just a dream anymore

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

Indians are the biggest non-Arab investors in Dubai's real estate market.

Studying abroad? Don't forget to buy adequate travel cover

Studying abroad? Don't forget to buy adequate travel cover

Rediff.com24 Oct 2017

Buying in India is usually cheaper unless you have a pre-existing disease

Indian investments in foreign stocks, property at record high in Dec

Indian investments in foreign stocks, property at record high in Dec

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

The amount of money Indians invested in foreign securities, property, and deposits in 2022 was likely the highest on record. At $2.1 billion, it was the largest spend for any 12-month period according to the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI's) data going back over a decade. The amount spent for each individual segment was also the highest.

AstroSpeak: Your Predictions For 2024

AstroSpeak: Your Predictions For 2024

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Chirag Daruwalla, who is following in the footsteps of his famed astrologer father, the late Bejan Daruwalla, makes his predictions for the New Year.

Why K V Kamath calls Indian banking system the best in 50 years

Why K V Kamath calls Indian banking system the best in 50 years

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

'I don't think we have ever seen such alignment of everything that we need in the banking sector.'

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.

'I'm doing it for the students and they hit me'

'I'm doing it for the students and they hit me'

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

'I am doing all this for the students of Kerala, and when they come and hit me, it is very frustrating.' 'My regret is that something that could set off for the future has been thwarted.' 'We have not changed the syllabus for decades, we have not accepted norms in education and technology is hardly used. Today's students are studying what I studied decades ago.'

Do you want to study abroad?

Do you want to study abroad?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2015

There are three aspects of this decision that you would have to weigh in to make an appropriate choice -- namely skills, interests and values.

Edtech start-up Eruditus gets funding from Zuckerberg duo

Edtech start-up Eruditus gets funding from Zuckerberg duo

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

Eruditus runs on a partnership model with top global universities such as MIT, Columbia, Harvard, Cambridge, INSEAD, Wharton, and UC Berkeley, offering courses in coding, data science, fintech, block chain, and entrepreneurship.

Rutgers varsity inks academic partnership MoU with India

Rutgers varsity inks academic partnership MoU with India

Rediff.com5 Jul 2013

The MoU was signed by New York Consul Geneal Dnyaneshwar Mulay on behalf of the ICCR and Richard L Edwards, executive vice president for Academic Affairs and interim Chancellor, Rutgers University to initiate this academic partnership.

Is New Zealand a good destination to study abroad?

Is New Zealand a good destination to study abroad?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2013

Join us for a chat with Jugnu Roy, Manager - Marketing & Strategic Relationships, South Asia to explore the opportunity of studying in New Zealand.

Indians give up cushy jobs abroad to come back to their homeland

Indians give up cushy jobs abroad to come back to their homeland

Rediff.com15 Apr 2016

Armed with pricey degrees from colleges overseas, young Indians are heading back home in search for greener pastures.

A Cake Artist And Her Amazing Creations

A Cake Artist And Her Amazing Creations

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

Prachi Dhabal Deb, who began her career as a financial analyst, but found her heart in the field of confectionery art.

Tips To Get Your DREAM Job

Tips To Get Your DREAM Job

Rediff.com4 Oct 2021

'It is important that students not focus on the remuneration that the job fetches in the first year, but look at the next 5 year journey with that job role.'

Mystery Of Indian-Born Foreign Stars

Mystery Of Indian-Born Foreign Stars

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

Should we not be creating roles in India for the talented, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

No TCS on overseas spending of up to Rs 7 lakh via debit, credit cards: FinMin

No TCS on overseas spending of up to Rs 7 lakh via debit, credit cards: FinMin

Rediff.com19 May 2023

The government on Friday announced that no tax will be charged on overseas spending of up to Rs 7 lakh in a year using debit or credit as it looked to douse backlash from its earlier decision of levying TCS on all spending. The government had earlier this week brought overseas credit card spending under Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS). This meant that any spending using credit cards overseas would attract a 20 per cent tax from July 1.

'25% compound return for 22 years is unrealistic'

'25% compound return for 22 years is unrealistic'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

Nikunj Saraf, Vice President Choice Wealth, answers your mutual fund queries.

Lessons from Dr Ambedkar's life

Lessons from Dr Ambedkar's life

Rediff.com14 Apr 2015

On Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar's 124th birth anniversary we take a look at his inspiring life journey.

PhD must for recruitment of varsity teachers teachers from 2021-22: Javadekar

PhD must for recruitment of varsity teachers teachers from 2021-22: Javadekar

Rediff.com13 Jun 2018

However, masters degree with National Eligibility Test or PhD would continue to be the minimum eligibility criterion for direct recruitment in colleges, a senior official said.

Indians lap up property abroad as rupee dips

Indians lap up property abroad as rupee dips

Rediff.com27 Nov 2008

People are also spending more on travels and education. Compared to $160 million spent on travel and education last year, $207 million has already flown out of the country from April to August, 2008.

Scottish Leader's Mussoorie Connection

Scottish Leader's Mussoorie Connection

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

Kate Forbes studied at Woodstock School for 3 years, and lived in India for 8 years. 'She has a heart for service and we are excited she has reached great heights at such a young age,' said her teacher Sanjaya Mark.

Where Will You Invest This Year?

Where Will You Invest This Year?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

Avoid discontinuing your SIPs. Persist for at least 7-10 years.

ASK MAYANK: Can my son do his MBA without giving CAT?

ASK MAYANK: Can my son do his MBA without giving CAT?

Rediff.com5 May 2023

You can apply for online MBAs that won't require CAT scores, suggests rediffGURU Mayank Kumar.

Want to study in Australia? Do your homework first!

Want to study in Australia? Do your homework first!

Rediff.com23 May 2019

Listen carefully to what others say and stay open to opportunities of grasping the new learning atmosphere.

Why Indians Study Medicine In Ukraine

Why Indians Study Medicine In Ukraine

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

'With over 50 per cent of medical seats reserved for those who have the ability to pay a fee ranging from Rs 50 lakh to Rs 1.5 crore for a five-year MBBS course and quotas in accordance with affirmative policies in government colleges, the band of seats available for the not-so-rich and non-OBCs is very narrow.'

Want to invest in foreign equities? Read this

Want to invest in foreign equities? Read this

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

To select the right platform, get the opinions of a few existing users or browse online for feedback. Select a platform that offers a seamless experience. Check that the platform you are going with is a regulated entity, suggests Sanjay Kumar Singh.

Dr Swaminathan changed India's destiny from begging bowl to food basket

Dr Swaminathan changed India's destiny from begging bowl to food basket

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

"As I was working on agriculture, my family wanted me to take over the management of our plantations. But my aim was to master the art of developing new varieties, that is genetics and breeding. As the proverb has it, we reap what we sow. Consequently, sowing the right things is very important," M S Swaminathan had once said.

90 pc Indian universities have outdated curriculum: CNR Rao

90 pc Indian universities have outdated curriculum: CNR Rao

Rediff.com5 Nov 2015

Eminent scientist and Bharat Ratna awardee CNR Rao believes that 90 per cent of the universities and higher educational institutions in the country have outdated curriculum, keeping them from making into the top institutes of the world.

'It was my dream to become a scientist, but one can't predict what happens in life'

'It was my dream to become a scientist, but one can't predict what happens in life'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

'I will try and make my panchayat a model one in Bihar.'

Can Mahua Moitra Fight A 30 Year Battle With BJP?

Can Mahua Moitra Fight A 30 Year Battle With BJP?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

For that to happen, Moitra's much followed speeches should be heard outside Parliament so that the PR spins of the ruling dispensation are countered with informed debate, argues Shyam G Menon.

What To Do With Investments In FY24

What To Do With Investments In FY24

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

Avoid discontinuing your SIPs. Persist for at least 7-10 years.

ICSE class 10, 12 students can skip pending board exams

ICSE class 10, 12 students can skip pending board exams

Rediff.com16 Jun 2020

The board had also submitted the proposal before the Bombay High Court on Monday in response to a petition filed by a parent seeking directions to the authorities to cancel exams in view of the spike in COVID-19 cases.

Is India the new destination to study abroad?

Is India the new destination to study abroad?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2012

Just as Indian students travel overseas for higher studies, international students are coming to India for a range of courses. Technology, culture, English skills and more are attracting them to India.

First salary: 'I sent Rs 50k to my parents in India'

First salary: 'I sent Rs 50k to my parents in India'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2019

Mithileysh Sathiyanarayanan, 29, research scientist from London, UK tells us about his first salary.

Study abroad tips: Stop thinking you're an average student

Study abroad tips: Stop thinking you're an average student

Rediff.com17 Apr 2015

Being a student means a lot of things, not only grades, says overseas consultant NNS Chandra, in his advice to readers.