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UK: New immigration rules to hit Indian pros

UK: New immigration rules to hit Indian pros

Rediff.com5 Apr 2011

The new immigration regime includes tighter rules for students, limits on skilled professionals and new restrictions on the settlement of migrants who are already in Britain.

The pros and cons of personal loans

The pros and cons of personal loans

Rediff.com12 Sep 2007

Personal loans are often referred to as all-purpose loans. They come in handy for purchases for which you may not have ready cash. Here is a detailed why and why not of personal loans.

Will India pick Gill or Iyer for 1st Test?

Will India pick Gill or Iyer for 1st Test?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Who do you should be part of India's playing XI for the first Test against Sri Lanka?

Govt likely to wait until ceasefire to announce Russia payments deal

Govt likely to wait until ceasefire to announce Russia payments deal

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

The Centre is unlikely to announce an agreement over payment mechanism with Russia until a ceasefire is declared in the Ukraine war, said people in the know. An inter-ministerial group headed by the finance ministry has been meeting regularly for over a month to analyse and discuss payment mechanisms that can work under the current circumstances and ensure the trade between India and Russia is not disrupted. The US had recently said that there would be consequences for countries actively attempting to "circumvent or backfill" American sanctions against Russia.

Lack of promotion: 59% pros may quit jobs

Lack of promotion: 59% pros may quit jobs

Rediff.com3 Sep 2010

For 59 per cent of respondents, finding that the next rung in the career ladder is a no-show was the top 'get me out of here' factor, a survey by Regus, revealed.

When Katrina BARES her shoulders!

When Katrina BARES her shoulders!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

Want to master the off-shoulder look? Sukanya Verma offers cues from these pretty pros.

Good news for Indian pros in Gulf

Good news for Indian pros in Gulf

Rediff.com6 Sep 2006

Fast rising salaries in India and increasing cost of living in the Gulf are forcing employers in Dubai to offer above-average pay packets to retain Indian professionals, according to a new survey.

The pros and cons of Direct Taxes Code

The pros and cons of Direct Taxes Code

Rediff.com6 Jul 2010

Direct Taxes Code will make politically difficult changes feasible

Labour codes not to kick in from Friday even as states, UTs frame rules

Labour codes not to kick in from Friday even as states, UTs frame rules

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

The Union government will take a bit longer to introduce the much-awaited labour codes even as the majority of states and Union Territories (UTs) have framed rules on them. There were speculations that these would be introduced from July 1. While 30 states and UTs have framed rules on the code on wages, 25 of them have done so on industrial relations. Of the two remaining codes, 24 states and UTs have framed rules on social security and 23 on occupational safety, health, and working conditions (OSH), sources said.

Step-up home loans: The pros and cons

Step-up home loans: The pros and cons

Rediff.com11 Mar 2010

If you decide to go for a step-up loan, select fixed rate option instead of floating rate option, as it will let you control your EMIs. Besides avoid over-borrowing on this kind of a loan, to prevent financial problems later on.

Live Your Best Life AFTER Menopause

Live Your Best Life AFTER Menopause

Rediff.com30 Jul 2022

The inclination for sex also increases because the messiness of periods, the need for contraception and the fear of pregnancy are over, the nest is empty and her partner retired, with all the time in the world at their disposal to indulge in such activities, which makes them enjoy it all the more!

Wearable devices, the big talking point at tech pros' meet

Wearable devices, the big talking point at tech pros' meet

Rediff.com12 May 2014

Wearable technologies are also contributing to the increased use of Big Data.

IT pros celebrate Republic Day in Silicon Valley

IT pros celebrate Republic Day in Silicon Valley

Rediff.com29 Jan 2010

This event attended by a large number of Indian IT professionals in the Silicon valley was inaugurated by Ash Kalra, San Jose City Council Member.

Tata Elxsi to hire 400 pros in 2010

Tata Elxsi to hire 400 pros in 2010

Rediff.com7 Jan 2010

Tata Group company Tata Elxsi that is into product designing and animation on Thursday said it will increase its headcount by about 400 this year as the company looks to increase its services and businesses, specially in the US.

Bill on crypto currencies likely in winter session of Parliament

Bill on crypto currencies likely in winter session of Parliament

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

The government is likely to introduce a bill on crypto currencies during the winter session of Parliament beginning November 29, amid concerns over such currencies being allegedly used for luring investors with misleading claims and for funding terror activities, sources said on Monday. Currently, there are no particular regulations or any ban on use of crypto currencies in the country. Against this backdrop, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Saturday, held a meeting on the crypto currencies with senior officials and indications are that strong regulatory steps could be taken to deal with the issue.

Microsoft plans free training for IT pros

Microsoft plans free training for IT pros

Rediff.com4 Nov 2005

Microsoft Corporation on Friday announced free training for IT professionals for SQL 2005 and Visual Studio 2005 to be launched in December.\n

IIT, IIM pros eye independent directors' posts

IIT, IIM pros eye independent directors' posts

Rediff.com4 Oct 2005

India Inc may be on a mad rush to pick up independent directors, but there is a long queue of professionals waiting to take up the challenging job. \nAs many as 2,738 professionals, including high profile IIM, IISc and IIT graduates, have enrolled th

Better job scope for Indian pros in Asean countries

Better job scope for Indian pros in Asean countries

Rediff.com20 Feb 2012

India and the 10-country trading bloc poised to ratify pact on trade in services soon

India short of 200,000 IT pros

India short of 200,000 IT pros

Rediff.com3 Jul 2004

India urgently faces a shortage of around 200,000 IT and ITeS professionals. The shortage is bound to grow to 3.6 million in the next eight years.

Should you invest in gold? The pros and cons

Should you invest in gold? The pros and cons

Rediff.com11 Oct 2011

Is there any one avenue, where your hard earned money will not only be safe, but also give you the maximum return?

Glut of IT pros to outstrip demand

Glut of IT pros to outstrip demand

Rediff.com26 Feb 2004

Supply of IT professionals is likely to outstrip demand by 48,000 in 2008 with the total number of professionals growing to touch 11.68 lakh

The pros and cons of the credit crisis

The pros and cons of the credit crisis

Rediff.com4 Nov 2008

Find out how this tough economic period can be a learning experience for all.

Indian chefs welcome, not IT pros: UK panel

Indian chefs welcome, not IT pros: UK panel

Rediff.com9 Sep 2008

Indian chefs will be allowed to work in Britain's multi-million pound Indian restaurant industry, but Indian IT workers are no longer required in the UK, a key government committee on immigration said on Tuesday.

Workload not a bother, HR pros happiest: Study

Workload not a bother, HR pros happiest: Study

Rediff.com18 Aug 2008

According to the latest Happiness at Work Index survey by international recruitment consultancy Badenoch & Clark, about 94 per cent of human resource professionals insist they are still happy in their role, despite facing mounting workload and bleak career outlooks. The current level of optimism at 94 per cent is much higher compared to 76 per cent seen three months ago, the study states, but does not mention the reason for it.

Industry seeks offers on services for Indian pros

Industry seeks offers on services for Indian pros

Rediff.com21 Jul 2008

Alongside the mini-ministerial meeting beginning in Geneva from Monday, the World Trade Organisation is convening on July 24, a 'Singalling Conference' where countries would give indications of the kind of market they are willing to concede in services. It demanded that the conference should be held in serious negotiation mode. The domestic regulations acting as barriers to the supply of services by Indian professionals in the developed markets should be removed, it said.

Abolish social security tax for pros: India to US

Abolish social security tax for pros: India to US

Rediff.com24 Jun 2011

India on Friday asked the United States to move ahead with an agreement which would exempt professionals from payment of security taxes to mitigate the impact of a visa fee hike last year.

IPL: Will Kohli bounce back to form against Punjab Kings?

IPL: Will Kohli bounce back to form against Punjab Kings?

Rediff.com12 May 2022

Royal Challengers Bangalore, who have found much-needed momentum towards the business end of IPL 2022, will back themselves to ride past an inconsistent Punjab Kings and get closer to a play-off spot.

Looking for an under-construction property? You must know pros and cons

Looking for an under-construction property? You must know pros and cons

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

As under-construction properties turn riskier, due to slowing sales, a buyer needs to protect his interest in the property.

Mahindra Satyam to provide second break to women pros

Mahindra Satyam to provide second break to women pros

Rediff.com30 May 2011

Msat said on Monday it is stepping up efforts to attract the talent across Asia-Pacific and India, two of its fastest growing markets.

Indians top list of foreign pros in Norway

Indians top list of foreign pros in Norway

Rediff.com15 Apr 2008

India has topped the list of foreign skilled professionals working in Norway, with fellow colleagues from other countries faring way behind.According to Norwegian Immigration Department figures for 2007, Indian skilled professionals constitute one-fourth of the total foreign qualified professionals inducted in Norwegian firms in the given year.

Indian women pros ahead of those in US, Germany, Japan

Indian women pros ahead of those in US, Germany, Japan

Rediff.com2 Apr 2013

This is besides succeeding at the difficult balancing act that confronts the vast majority of working women around the world, head of a non-profit think tank Center for Talent Innovation has said.

The pros and cons of keeping multiple credit cards

The pros and cons of keeping multiple credit cards

Rediff.com25 Jun 2010

Credit card companies come up with tempting card offers for investors albeit now more cautiously after the financial markets turmoil, by offering freebies such as life time free credit among other things.

The story of IPL 2021 has been... Siraj

The story of IPL 2021 has been... Siraj

Rediff.com6 May 2021

Siraj bowled as many as 74 dot balls in IPL 2021 with an improved economy of 7.34.

IT pros dance their way out of stress

IT pros dance their way out of stress

Rediff.com14 Dec 2006

Dance your way out of stress - that is the new fitness mantra for thousands of young IT and BPO professionals in the country.

ASK ANU: How to say NO to SEX

ASK ANU: How to say NO to SEX

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

Mental health coach Anu Krishna offers advice on how to deal with intimacy issues and communicate your needs and feelings effectively.

Select New Zealand XI for WTC final

Select New Zealand XI for WTC final

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

Given the Indian batting line-up's weakness against swinging deliveries, New Zealand could go in with an all-pace attack with the pitch likely to offer pace and bounce.

Will India drop Pant for Third Test?

Will India drop Pant for Third Test?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2022

It remains to be seen if Rishabh Pant retains his place in the team after his shocking dismissal at a crucial stage in the second innings of the second Test.

Digital currency may become a reality in India

Digital currency may become a reality in India

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

The Reserve Bank is working on a phased implementation strategy for its own digital currency and is in the process of launching it in wholesale and retail segments in the near future, RBI Deputy Governor T Rabi Sankar said on Thursday. He said the idea of Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) is ripe, and many central banks in the world are working towards it. Sankar further said CBDC is needed to protect consumers from the "frightening level of volatility" seen in some of the virtual currencies which have no sovereign backing.