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Covid: Time to open economy but with caution, Centre tells states, UTs

Covid: Time to open economy but with caution, Centre tells states, UTs

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

The Union health ministry, however, suggested necessary curbs in areas reporting over 10 per cent positivity rate or 40 per cent occupancy in either oxygen-supported or ICU beds.

Two-wheeler stocks may enter the fast lane riding on recovery hopes

Two-wheeler stocks may enter the fast lane riding on recovery hopes

Rediff.com2 May 2022

The two-wheeler sector has been underperforming its peers on the volumes front for over five quarters now. Even in the March quarter, Bajaj Auto and Hero MotoCorp posted a 17-24 per cent YoY decline in volumes, the sharpest in the listed auto universe. The ongoing impact of frequent price hikes, all-time high fuel prices, and muted rural sentiment has led to the lacklustre showing by two-wheeler makers. What has aggravated the situation for two-wheeler companies, which get almost all their sales from the internal combustion engine or ICE-based units, is the traction for electric two-wheelers (EV).

Kharge and Tharoor: Firm loyalist vs agent of change

Kharge and Tharoor: Firm loyalist vs agent of change

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

Senior leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Shashi Tharoor, in the race for the post of Congress president, not only possess contrasting demeanour but have had an equally disparate political journey.

Terror attacks in JK see major drop after scrapping Article 370: Govt in LS

Terror attacks in JK see major drop after scrapping Article 370: Govt in LS

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

The number of terror incidents in Jammu and Kashmir has shown significant decline since the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019, the Lok Sabha was informed on Tuesday.

End of American dream for Indian youth?

End of American dream for Indian youth?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2017

Experts say Indian students will have to accept that international space for them is shrinking.

Would you pay Rs 1 lakh for your child's study trip?

Would you pay Rs 1 lakh for your child's study trip?

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

Schools adopt international curriculum, that requires increased number of non-classroom experiences.

'80% of Indian crypto users are aged below 34'

'80% of Indian crypto users are aged below 34'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

'Young working adults between 25 and 34, who are in Indian Tier II and III cities, are leading the charge in terms of crypto adoption.'

From Forest Hut To Top UK College

From Forest Hut To Top UK College

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

Hercules Singh Munda's father used to open the gates to a forest. Today, Hercules leaves for London to open the gates of his many dreams.

Want to be an investment banker?

Want to be an investment banker?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2019

The CFA Institute is inviting applications for its Young Women in Investment initiative.

Study Abroad: Uncertainty over Vaccination

Study Abroad: Uncertainty over Vaccination

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

With the US education system operating independently from the government, universities are adopting varying strategies when it comes to Covid vaccination.

Cost of Trump order on H-1B, L1 visas to US? $100 bn

Cost of Trump order on H-1B, L1 visas to US? $100 bn

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

President Donald Trump's executive order restricting entry of skilled foreign workers into the US, mainly on H-1B and L1 visas, has resulted in an estimated loss of $100 billion to companies in the US, a top American think-tank claimed. The executive order signed by Trump on June 22, that had temporarily banned issuing fresh H-1B and L-1 visas till December 31, caused a negative impact to the valuation of Fortune 500 firms equivalent to over $100 billion in losses, Brookings Institute said in a report released this week.

Why NOW is a good time to apply to a US university

Why NOW is a good time to apply to a US university

Rediff.com7 Jun 2019

The variety of options combined with global student mix makes it an apt destination for international students.

India's Omicron count goes past 150

India's Omicron count goes past 150

Rediff.com19 Dec 2021

According to central and state officials, omicron cases have been detected in 11 states and union territories -- Maharashtra (54), Delhi (22), Rajasthan (17) and Karnataka (14), Telangana (20), Gujarat (9), Kerala (11), Andhra Pradesh (1), Chandigarh (1), Tamil Nadu (1) and West Bengal (1).

'NEP may be fantastic, but who will pay teachers?'

'NEP may be fantastic, but who will pay teachers?'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

What does the National Educational Policy 2020 mean for students, parents and teachers?

Religious places, hotels, malls to reopen from June 8

Religious places, hotels, malls to reopen from June 8

Rediff.com30 May 2020

Religious places and places of worship for the public, hotels, restaurants and other hospitality services along with shopping malls will be permitted to open from June 8, the ministry of home affairs said on Saturday. However, these facilities will not be able to resume operations inside containment zones designated by authorities in states, said a government notification.

WOW! 3 IITs in Top 200 world university rankings

WOW! 3 IITs in Top 200 world university rankings

Rediff.com20 Jun 2019

IIT-Bombay, IIT-Delhi, IISc-Bangalore are among top 200 in prestigious QS global rankings 2020.

Cong development's enemy, double benefit to Himachal if BJP re-elected: Modi

Cong development's enemy, double benefit to Himachal if BJP re-elected: Modi

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

If the Congress comes to power in the state, it will not allow his government to work, Modi claimed.

With 1,119 job offers, IIT-Kharagpur leads placement

With 1,119 job offers, IIT-Kharagpur leads placement

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

IIT Kharagpur gets more than 1,000 job offers in a record five days, with 144 companies visiting the campus till Dec 5

University ranking sweepstakes

University ranking sweepstakes

Rediff.com25 Oct 2019

Should we really pay attention to them, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

Lanka Opposition rejects President's invitation to join unity govt

Lanka Opposition rejects President's invitation to join unity govt

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa on Monday fired Basil Rajapaksa from his post and invited the Opposition parties to join a unity Cabinet to tackle the raging public anger against the hardships caused by the economic crisis.

Swiss schools want more Indian students

Swiss schools want more Indian students

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

For the first time in India, Swiss Learning, an educational body managed by the Heads of Swiss Educational Institutes, has brought representatives from various schools from the country to meet stakeholders, Indian schools and parents of potential students.

'I told them India was like a giant jumbo jet. It would take off slowly and be unstoppable'

'I told them India was like a giant jumbo jet. It would take off slowly and be unstoppable'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

This doctor couple put their faith in India. And in return India has put faith in them.

Xi Jinping: A princeling turned China's Mao 2.0

Xi Jinping: A princeling turned China's Mao 2.0

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

Xi's ascent to power and the quick consolidation of his leadership of the party with a shock anti-graft campaign securing the title of the "core leader" of the party bequeathed only to Mao has indeed forced his rivals in the party to submission and caught the attention of the world.

UK agrees to support India's defence manufacturing

UK agrees to support India's defence manufacturing

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

After his wide-ranging talks with Modi on the second and final day of his India visit, Johnson said the new defence and security partnership will enable India to strengthen its domestic defence industry as well as help the two countries protect vital shared interests in the Indo-Pacific.

Why 50% teachers are UNHAPPY with online classes

Why 50% teachers are UNHAPPY with online classes

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

'Online teaching requires a new set of skills to be acquired by the teacher.' 'These skills are not like foot sizes or height which can't be improved, but are like muscles which can be developed with some practice.'

Remain non-violent when fighting for a cause: Prez on R-Day eve

Remain non-violent when fighting for a cause: Prez on R-Day eve

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

Stressing that both the government and the opposition have 'important roles to play', the President said, "While giving expression to their political ideas both must move forward in tandem to ensure that development of the country and welfare of its people are promoted consistently."

Covid, economy figure in President Murmu's maiden address to nation

Covid, economy figure in President Murmu's maiden address to nation

Rediff.com14 Aug 2022

India has helped the world discover the true potential of democracy and the keyword for the country today is compassion for the downtrodden, needy and those on the margins, President Droupadi Murmu said on Sunday.

Study Abroad: Want to study in Singapore?

Study Abroad: Want to study in Singapore?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2012

Rediff.com Getahead Study abroad: Do you want to study in Germany? Study abroad: Do you want to study in Germany? Last updated on: March 15, 2012 14:55 IST Share this Ask Users Write a Comment Print this article Next Suchitra Surve, counsellor, Global Education Counsel says Singapore is popular among engineering students, but is fast emerging as a destination for other streams as well.

Yorkshire racism episode fracture our game: Joe Root

Yorkshire racism episode fracture our game: Joe Root

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

England's Test captain Joe Root on Thursday said the "intolerable" Yorkshire racism episode has "fractured our game and torn lives apart" and pledged his support in a bid to bring about a change at his childhood club.

Salman Rushdie: The free speech champion whose 'verses' put his life at risk

Salman Rushdie: The free speech champion whose 'verses' put his life at risk

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

The attack on Rushdie sent shock waves around the world, with world leaders and literary stalwarts saying they were appalled at the attack on the author who championed free speech and lived under the threat of assassination for nearly half his life.

SHOCKING! 1 in 2 youth subject to depression, anxiety

SHOCKING! 1 in 2 youth subject to depression, anxiety

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

Half of the world's youth population are subject to anxiety or depression-causing circumstances, discovers ILO survey.

'Going back to India would have ruined everything'

'Going back to India would have ruined everything'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

'As an international student, I am constantly living in fear.' 'You're always on guard as to what will happen next.'

Harvard, MIT sue Trump administration over student visa row

Harvard, MIT sue Trump administration over student visa row

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

The Trump administration announced those F-1 and M-1 (non-academic and vocational students) visa holders planning to take online classes only will not be allowed to remain in the United State.

Study Abroad: Why you must choose New Zealand

Study Abroad: Why you must choose New Zealand

Rediff.com29 Mar 2012

Suchitra Surve, Global Education Counsel insists that lower education fee, quality programmes and security are attracting more students to study in New Zealand

Ficci draws up the roadmap for Unlock 3.0

Ficci draws up the roadmap for Unlock 3.0

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

The industry chamber is in favour of reopening schools and educational institutions, allowing foreign carriers to operate, permitting usage of restaurants and eateries in hotels, opening up of cinemas and multiplexes, and reopening metro rail services.

Lakha Khan, An Indian Treasure

Lakha Khan, An Indian Treasure

Rediff.com14 Sep 2021

It is astonishing, even for many of us who may have wide exposure to music, to see how such world-class performers are so little known in their own land, notes Aakar Patel.

ECB admits systemic racism exists, committed to change

ECB admits systemic racism exists, committed to change

Rediff.com13 Jun 2020

In recent weeks we have reflected, and acknowledge that black players and fans, who have contributed so much to the history of our game, now feel disenfranchised. They do not feel as if cricket is a game for them. This must change.'

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.

Modi's Cult Of Personality

Modi's Cult Of Personality

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

'It was more than ego.' 'It carried with it a sincere belief that he was the quintessence of the country, that the country's destiny was irrevocably intertwined with his destiny.' An excerpt from T J S George's The Dismantling of India: In 35 Portraits.

Phase-I trials of 2 Indian Covid vaccines reveal 'excellent safety': Govt

Phase-I trials of 2 Indian Covid vaccines reveal 'excellent safety': Govt

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

Phase-I clinical trials have revealed "excellent safety" of the two candidate vaccines indigenously developed by Bharat Biotech in collaboration with Indian Council of Medical Research and Cadila Healthcare Ltd and their immunogenicity testing is now in progress, minister of state for health Ashwini Choubey informed the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday.