News for 'Institute of International Education'

JU ragging death: Accused can't enter campus till acquitted

JU ragging death: Accused can't enter campus till acquitted

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

The 13 arrested in connection with the death of the Jadavpur University fresher allegedly due to ragging and sexual molestation at the hostel will not be allowed to either enter its premises or the campus, according to a decision by the varsity's executive council.

Simplify students' visa: India to Canada

Simplify students' visa: India to Canada

Rediff.com3 Jun 2008

"Canada must evolve fast track system for business and student visas and create its brand name in India," Indian High Commissioner to Canada R L Narayan said. He was addressing an international education conference organised by Canada-India Business Council along with Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute.

Hijab verdict today; schools shut in K'taka district

Hijab verdict today; schools shut in K'taka district

Rediff.com15 Mar 2022

In view of the high court verdict, the Kalaburagi district administration has imposed Section 144 effective from 8 pm Monday till 6 am on March 19.

Sun to invest $5 mn more in India

Sun to invest $5 mn more in India

Rediff.com15 Apr 2005

Sun Microsystems has committed an additional $5 million to push its academic initiative in India.

Your take: Foreign universities on Indian soil?

Your take: Foreign universities on Indian soil?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2010

If the Foreign Educational Institutional Bill is passed, would you prefer to study at a foreign university's Indian campus? Tell us!

Guj college principal asks students to become BJP members; Cong lashes out

Guj college principal asks students to become BJP members; Cong lashes out

Rediff.com27 Jun 2022

The trust that runs the institution said she had resigned.

Why political parties opt for silent campaigning in trouble-torn Manipur

Why political parties opt for silent campaigning in trouble-torn Manipur

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

The only visible hint of the impending election is the hoardings put up by local election authorities, urging citizens to exercise their franchise.

'MODI stands for murder-of-democratic-institutions'

'MODI stands for murder-of-democratic-institutions'

Rediff.com20 May 2015

As the Narendra Modi government nears completing a year in office, the Congress on Wednesday stepped up its offensive against the prime minister accusing him of weakening democracy by running a "one-man show" while scoring maximum on "arrogance" and minimum on governance.

NRIs: Pop Nationalism To Identity Supremacy

NRIs: Pop Nationalism To Identity Supremacy

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Brand India's societal divisions and distortions have remained as much relevant in 'liberal' America and Europe as it still is in the structurally stratified Indian society of the 21st century, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Sibal allays fears of faculty exodus from IITs

Sibal allays fears of faculty exodus from IITs

Rediff.com21 May 2010

Sibal said faculty in IITs and IIMs get good exposure which may not be available in other institutions.

Confused About College, Career? Ask rediffGURUS

Confused About College, Career? Ask rediffGURUS

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

Post all your college and career-related questions right here on rediffGURUS and let our experts answer.

Indian diplomat to America: 'Come and study in India'

Indian diplomat to America: 'Come and study in India'

Rediff.com30 May 2019

You will be part of fastest growing major global economy, India's ambassador to the US Harsh Vardhan Shringala told young American students.

Aditya-L1 takes a selfie, captures Earth, Moon

Aditya-L1 takes a selfie, captures Earth, Moon

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

The images show VELC (Visible Emission Line Coronagraph) and SUIT (Solar Ultraviolet Imager) instruments as seen by the camera on-board Aditya-L1 on September 4, 2023.

17 US states, tech giants sue against new visa rule

17 US states, tech giants sue against new visa rule

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

The lawsuit seeks an injunction to stop the entire rule from going into effect.

India sends maximum students to the US to study

India sends maximum students to the US to study

Rediff.com17 Nov 2008

India has retained the first slot for the seventh year in succession with the number of Indian students in the US increasing by 13 per cent in 2007-08 to reach 94,563, according to the Open Doors report published by the Institute of International Education with support from the US Department of State's Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs.

Dr M S Swaminathan, who made India self-sufficient in food, passes away

Dr M S Swaminathan, who made India self-sufficient in food, passes away

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

Renowned agricultural scientist M S Swaminathan and the driving force behind the nation's 'Green Revolution,' passed away in Chennai on Thursday.

BSF officer injured in Pakistani firing along International Border

BSF officer injured in Pakistani firing along International Border

Rediff.com26 Oct 2016

"Assistant Sub Inspector of BSF A K Upadhayay was injured when a shell exploded near him in RS Pura sector. He received splinter injures in his hand", a BSF spokesman said.

Cong releases 'black paper' on 'Modi govt's failures'

Cong releases 'black paper' on 'Modi govt's failures'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

The 'black paper', titled '10 saal anyay kaal' also alleged that issues such as rising prices, unemployment, subversion of institutions and farmers' 'distress' had plagued the country.

'What happened at Kalakshetra should be an eye-opener'

'What happened at Kalakshetra should be an eye-opener'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

'Such a struggle at Kalakshetra is unprecedented.'

Is it expensive to study in the US?

Is it expensive to study in the US?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2016

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

Eyes on K'taka HC as hijab row persists across state

Eyes on K'taka HC as hijab row persists across state

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

The Karnataka high court on February 8 will hear the petitions filed by five girls studying in a Government Pre-University College in Udupi, questioning hijab restriction in college.

US still hot for Indian students

US still hot for Indian students

Rediff.com28 Jul 2003

IIT Delhi in Gulf, trade in local currencies: Modi concludes 'productive' UAE visit

IIT Delhi in Gulf, trade in local currencies: Modi concludes 'productive' UAE visit

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

Modi was honoured with the 'Order of Zayed', the UAE's highest civilian award, in 2019 as a mark of appreciation for his efforts to boost bilateral ties between the two nations.

Ram Teri Ganga Maili

Ram Teri Ganga Maili

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Six decades and more later, we are now captives of our identities. Every poll is based on elaborate calculations of electability of candidates on the basis of their castes and other narrow definers. That, along with voter promiscuity, is what defines our political culture, which remains stubbornly resistant to any change, asserts Shreekant Sambrani.

Time to speak up: What women want from elections

Time to speak up: What women want from elections

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Ahead of the upcoming elections, political parties have started announcing incentives to benefit women, but what do women truly seek for genuine gender parity, asks Nivedita Mookerji.

India sent 83,833 students to US in 06-07

India sent 83,833 students to US in 06-07

Rediff.com15 Nov 2007

The reason behind India retaining its lead as the top exporter of students to America for the sixth successive year is partly a reflection of that country's 'dynamic economy,' besides the blossoming US-India relations.

New party linked to 26/11 attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed to contest Pak polls

New party linked to 26/11 attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed to contest Pak polls

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

India has also taken note of reports of Saeed's son Talha contesting elections in Pakistan and said the "mainstreaming" of radical terror outfits in the neighbouring country is nothing new and that it has been part of its State policy for a long time.

Modi, FLOTUS to talk science with desi students

Modi, FLOTUS to talk science with desi students

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

A visit to the National Science Foundation in Alexandria, Virginia is likely to be the first public engagement of the prime minister, which would be hosted by the First Lady, the White House said on Tuesday.

Tech, defence, energy: Key agenda for Modi-Biden talks

Tech, defence, energy: Key agenda for Modi-Biden talks

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

Modi will arrive in New York on June 20 and will lead the 9th International Yoga Day celebrations at the UN headquarters on June 21.

New academic session in varsities by Oct 1: UGC

New academic session in varsities by Oct 1: UGC

Rediff.com17 Jul 2021

Universities and higher education institutions (HEIs) have been asked to ensure that the admission process for undergraduate courses begins only after the declaration of results by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) and all state boards.

Kashmir: Vote For Hope After A Long Decade

Kashmir: Vote For Hope After A Long Decade

Rediff.com13 May 2024

It's just not a date. It's just not about selecting a candidate. It's not about helping some candidate win. It's about expressing emotion, after ten years, that could reach out in India and beyond it, notes Sheela Bhatt.

Swachh Bharat Not A Game Changer

Swachh Bharat Not A Game Changer

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

If we as citizens, do not take ownership of public places, public facilities and public conveniences, Swachh Bharat will remain just a hollow slogan, notes Biswajit Dasgupta.

'General Zia was real startled'

'General Zia was real startled'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

'But he was very quick and did a very stylish adab.' 'Of course, I didn't expect him to hug.'

Jaishankar begins UNGA speech with 'Namaste from Bharat'

Jaishankar begins UNGA speech with 'Namaste from Bharat'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

India on Tuesday told the UN General Assembly that the days when a few nations set the agenda and expected others to fall in line are over, underlining that its presidency of the G20 sought to focus on key concerns of the many, not just the narrow interests of a few.

BJD-BJP Alliance: Wishful Thinking

BJD-BJP Alliance: Wishful Thinking

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

Although the BJP has never been ballistic about the BJD and Narendra Modi has avoided being critical of Naveen Patnaik, the BJP is optimistic that the party can improve its electoral fortunes in Odisha on its own, notes Rup Narayan Das.

Is YOUR Job SAFE?

Is YOUR Job SAFE?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

How do you avoid being laid off? If you have been let go, what should you do next? Ask rediff Career Gurus to find out.

'The more you alienate Muslims, the more it will have problems for India's internal security'

'The more you alienate Muslims, the more it will have problems for India's internal security'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

'Look at the aggressive way in which a campaign against Friday namaz is going on in North Indian cities.' 'Even the Union home minister is part of this vicious campaign.'

Chat@2: Do you want to study abroad?

Chat@2: Do you want to study abroad?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2015

On December 9, from 2-3 pm, Sri Akella, director, Dream Seekers Academy, will answer your queries about studying abroad. Do join us with your questions.

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.'

On Ukraine we aren't neutral, we are on the side of...: Modi tells WSJ

On Ukraine we aren't neutral, we are on the side of...: Modi tells WSJ

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

On the Ukraine conflict, Modi said, "Some people say that we are neutral. But we are not neutral. We are on the side of peace." "All countries should respect international law and the sovereignty of countries," he said.