News for 'Maths'

Budget: The math looks dodgy

Budget: The math looks dodgy

Rediff.com2 Mar 2011

The FM puts a positive spin on the Budget but the math looks dodgy.

Banks to rework home loan math

Banks to rework home loan math

Rediff.com5 Sep 2013

After RBI's missive on proxy lending to builders, it's time to reshuffle.

Maths whiz? Test your skills!

Maths whiz? Test your skills!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2010

HR College, Mumbai announces the sixth edition of Numero Uno -- an inter-collegiate mathematics and statistics quiz competition in Mumbai.

Math and Physics, simplified!

Math and Physics, simplified!

Rediff.com15 Mar 2005

Joshimath Crisis: What Happens To Badrinath Treasure?

Joshimath Crisis: What Happens To Badrinath Treasure?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

During the winter, Badrinath's 45 kg of gold and 35 kg of silver is kept at the Narsingh temple in Joshimath, located about half a kilometre from the houses which have developed cracks because of the subsidence.

Is Adani a Modi Crony?

Is Adani a Modi Crony?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

This State-corporate 'cooperation' didn't begin with the arrival of the Modi government.
Many of the big licences, contracts, and even environmental clearances for the Adani group had come in the UPA's time, points out Shekhar Gupta.

Rahul Gandhi becomes a Lingayat, initiated into sect

Rahul Gandhi becomes a Lingayat, initiated into sect

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

The ruling BJP in Karnataka, where Assembly elections are due in April-May next year, considers Lingayats as its key vote-base.

Using maths to trigger sales

Using maths to trigger sales

Rediff.com9 Apr 2009

Behind the activity initiated by a single purchase is a set of rules and policies, called algorithms, that examine your profile, filter the possibilities that may add value to you, alert the correct officers, agents and delivery systems. The maths behind this process is complex and it gets even more so when it needs to be done in real time. But mining data for usable nuggets of information using mathematical techniques is what businesses need to trigger sales.

RBI pores over Budget, worries on fiscal math

RBI pores over Budget, worries on fiscal math

Rediff.com4 Mar 2016

Three policymakers aware of the central bank's deliberations on the Budget said they are combing through the numbers to test how Jaitley struck a balance, and question some of the assumptions.

Tough financial math ahead for Chidambaram

Tough financial math ahead for Chidambaram

Rediff.com9 Aug 2012

Economists say there aren't many options with the government at present, given the drought-like situation which would only spur its spending.

'More than a majority will shift to new tax regime'

'More than a majority will shift to new tax regime'

Rediff.com3 Feb 2023

'I believe the modified scheme is much more beneficial and simpler.'

'Injustice with Hindus have led to explosive situation'

'Injustice with Hindus have led to explosive situation'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2022

'The Hindu society has suffered a lot in the past. People are extremely hurt due to some unpleasant events'

How Shah Rukh Khan Changed Ritwik's Life

How Shah Rukh Khan Changed Ritwik's Life

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

'Just imagine Mr Sudhir Mishra and Mr Sooraj Barjatya having a baby. What would that be like?' 'That's Jehanabad for you.'

How difficult is the maths?

How difficult is the maths?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2007

Education policy in India has got to be among the most bizarre ever seen.

Did glaring math error lead to Jayalalithaa's acquittal?

Did glaring math error lead to Jayalalithaa's acquittal?

Rediff.com13 May 2015

Opposition allege that Rs 13.5 crore has been added erroneously in the calculation of income.

Gauri Lankesh murder: Muthalik denies link with accused Waghmare

Gauri Lankesh murder: Muthalik denies link with accused Waghmare

Rediff.com16 Jun 2018

The SIT has summoned the district president of fringe right-wing outfit Sri Ram Sene.

Byju's, Google team up to offer 'learning solution' for schools

Byju's, Google team up to offer 'learning solution' for schools

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

Education technology firm Byju's on Wednesday announced a partnership with tech giant Google to offer a 'learning solution' for schools. With this, the simplicity, flexibility and security of Google Workspace for Education and Byju's content pedagogy come together on the 'Vidyartha' platform to aid effective learning at school, according to a statement. This integration of Google Workspace for Education with Byju's would offer a collaborative and personalised digital platform for classroom organisation, available for free to participating educational institutions, the statement added.

Educomp launches online maths portal

Educomp launches online maths portal

Rediff.com26 Jul 2006

Looking to add 2 lakh subscribers by next year, e-learning solutions provider Educomp Solutions Ltd on Wednesday launched its new portal Mathguru.com, which will serve as an online tutor to help students solve mathematical problems.

JEE 2013 Analysis: Math tough, physics easier

JEE 2013 Analysis: Math tough, physics easier

Rediff.com3 Jun 2013

Vivek Khanna, an IIT alumnus and education consultant shares his insights on the IIT-Joint Entrance Exam held this year.

Recipe: Keerai Koottu

Recipe: Keerai Koottu

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

Dress up any fresh seasonal greens with an imli-dal-coconut koottu-style preparation.

Maths made easy, the ancient way

Maths made easy, the ancient way

Rediff.com26 Aug 2010

Maths-phobia is not something new. Now teachers and students are going back to ancient times to make it easier to learn it. Baishali Mukherjee reports.

Opting For No Cost EMI? Check Out Hidden Charges

Opting For No Cost EMI? Check Out Hidden Charges

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

'If you wish to make a big-ticket purchase on EMI without having to pay additional charges, no-cost EMI would be the right choice for you.'

GATE topper: Maths, physics are beautiful

GATE topper: Maths, physics are beautiful

Rediff.com17 May 2010

Aspiring scientist Ishan Mata is gearing up to pursue an MTech degree, leading to PhD, at one of the premier research institutes in the country.

Yogi Adityanath to contest from Ayodhya? BJP brass to decide

Yogi Adityanath to contest from Ayodhya? BJP brass to decide

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

The Bharatiya Janata Party is considering fielding Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath from Ayodhya as its senior leaders meet to finalise candidates for the assembly polls starting from February 10.

Why Jaitley's fiscal deficit math is turning more difficult

Why Jaitley's fiscal deficit math is turning more difficult

Rediff.com9 Feb 2016

On the revenue front, the finance ministry was expecting higher proceeds from non-tax revenue.

9 steps to overcome fear and feel confident

9 steps to overcome fear and feel confident

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

Tell yourself that nothing is worth losing sleep over and every opportunity leads to growth and learning.

Math not popular in Kanchipuram

Math not popular in Kanchipuram

Rediff.com22 Nov 2004

Wanted: Math teachers for US

Wanted: Math teachers for US

Rediff.com19 Oct 2004

Wanted: Mathematics teachers, organised by the Visiting International Faculty Program.

Kelkar panel questions FY13 Budget maths

Kelkar panel questions FY13 Budget maths

Rediff.com26 Sep 2012

Kelkar panel says figures awry, fiscal deficit may cross 6% if reforms not undertaken.

Budget subsidy maths make FM see red

Budget subsidy maths make FM see red

Rediff.com15 Aug 2012

Chidambaram had expressed unhappiness over the manner in which the two major contributors to the subsidy bill, petroleum and fertilisers, were handled prior to his appointment.

Richarlison's Importance In A Morally-Conflicted World Cup

Richarlison's Importance In A Morally-Conflicted World Cup

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

Richarlison is a rarity among the overindulged footballing elite. In a World Cup which has been overshadowed by social issues, Brazil's latest football sensation is championing more than just one cause, observes Deepti Patwardhan.

Lalu got math wrong, Mamata corrects

Lalu got math wrong, Mamata corrects

Rediff.com3 Jul 2009

They may be on the same side of political power, but that did not stop Railway Minister Mamata Banerjee and her predecessor Lalu Prasad from taking pot-shots at each other during the presentation of Railway Budget in the Lok Sabha.

Gas woes: Let's do the math

Gas woes: Let's do the math

Rediff.com29 Jun 2009

Sunil Jain explains why the government does not necessarily win if it applies a higher gas price.

Scared of maths? Call 55155242

Scared of maths? Call 55155242

Rediff.com26 Feb 2004

The math of borrowings and debt

The math of borrowings and debt

Rediff.com16 Feb 2009

Borrowings will account for 29 paise of every rupee the government will earn in FY'10 and it would spend 20 paise towards servicing debt, as it battles dwindling tax resources on account of economic slowdown.

Self-assessment of dues by Airtel, VIL, Tatas Rs 82,300 crore short of DoT's AGR math

Self-assessment of dues by Airtel, VIL, Tatas Rs 82,300 crore short of DoT's AGR math

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

AGR dues calculated by the government for 16 entities add up to Rs 1.69 lakh crore, while telcos' self-assessment place their dues at a mere Rs 37,176 crore.

Why it's time to challenge the math on inflation targeting

Why it's time to challenge the math on inflation targeting

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

Inflation targeting framework is now enshrined as a formal agreement by the government and the RBI; thus, it may seem that we are flogging a dead horse, says Soumya Kanti Ghosh.

India trade deal eludes another British prime minister

India trade deal eludes another British prime minister

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

Britain's third female prime Minister, Liz Truss, was out of office on Thursday after the shortest tenure at 10 Downing Street in London and without a cherished India-UK free trade agreement (FTA) under her belt as a Brexit prize.

God, math, and Ramanujan's fascinating story

God, math, and Ramanujan's fascinating story

Rediff.com3 Sep 2007

David Leavitt, one of America's distinguished writers, chose to write on the relationship between mathematicians G H Hardy and Srinivasa Ramanujan.