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UPSC Topper dreams of a Perfect India

UPSC Topper dreams of a Perfect India

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

'When I was young, I used to look around the village we lived in.' 'There was a lack of resources -- no proper health centres and schools.' 'I felt that becoming an IAS officer would help solve those issues.'

Will BJP's carrot-and-stick for TN reunite AIADMK factions?

Will BJP's carrot-and-stick for TN reunite AIADMK factions?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2017

Considering that all sides to the game feel being targeted by the BJP-ruled Centre through taxmen and their ED/CBI counterparts, both factions may not rule out the possibility of patching up after a time, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

In one word, Volvo S90 is brilliant!

In one word, Volvo S90 is brilliant!

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

When launched later this year, the Volvo will lock horns with the BMW 5-series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Jaguar XF and the Audi A6

It's normal, it's racing, he said after crash in 2009

It's normal, it's racing, he said after crash in 2009

Rediff.com18 Jul 2015

Jules Bianchi had a bright future in Formula One.

Happy Father's Day, daddy!

Happy Father's Day, daddy!

Rediff.com21 Jun 2015

Television stars share their fond memories with Rajul Hegde.

How to prepare for RBI Grade B exam

How to prepare for RBI Grade B exam

Rediff.com4 Nov 2015

Amit Jaiswal, head of academics, MockBank.com shares expert advice with our young aspirants.

What has bangles and silver got to do with pregnancy?

What has bangles and silver got to do with pregnancy?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2015

In her book For For Bumpier Times: An Indian Mother's Guide to 101 Pregnancy & Childcare Practices, Lakshmy Ramanathan attempts to capture the complexities of being pregnant in our society and to arm you with information that enables you to make empowered decisions.

CAT Tips: Are you taking enough mock tests?

CAT Tips: Are you taking enough mock tests?

Rediff.com9 Oct 2014

If you want to get the perfect score, you must take as many mocks as you can.

FULL TEXT of President's R-Day address to the nation

FULL TEXT of President's R-Day address to the nation

Rediff.com25 Jan 2017

The President talked about demonetisation, electoral reforms and disruptions in Parliament.

How Sangh plans to 'decolonise' education

How Sangh plans to 'decolonise' education

Rediff.com19 Apr 2017

The RSS realises that with a majority BJP government at the Centre and in several states, now was the best time to undermine and perhaps outdo the Congress-Left 'stranglehold' over campuses and young minds.

Happy 5th, Xiaomi, now can you show Indians you care?

Happy 5th, Xiaomi, now can you show Indians you care?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

As Chinese gadget-maker Xiaomi, the world's third largest smartphone seller after Apple and Samsung, turns five today, it will seek to intensify its India push. But there are miles to go before it can claim true success in India, as a harrowing experience of one of its smartphone users suggests.

Be prepared for China's Electronic Warfare

Be prepared for China's Electronic Warfare

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

'In India, China's capacities to conduct new types of warfare is critically underestimated,' says Claude Arpi.

At UN, Pope appeals to the moral conscience of man

At UN, Pope appeals to the moral conscience of man

Rediff.com25 Sep 2015

Pope Francis on Friday called upon the world community to put aside their "partisan interests and sincerely strive to serve the common good".

Working from home: Dream or nightmare?

Working from home: Dream or nightmare?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

Durba Dhyani set out to work from home and here's what she discovered.

Connecting women to technology

Connecting women to technology

Rediff.com26 Apr 2016

The National Digital Literacy Mission is helping educated women turn around their lives.

Saving the crocodiles

Saving the crocodiles

Rediff.com2 Sep 2017

Saltwater crocodiles are the world's largest reptiles, and these had already disappeared from the coasts of Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh by the 1970s. In all of Bhitarkanika, there were only 96 of them left. The census this January noted their count at 1,682.

25 years in the making, Encyclopedia of Hinduism finally unveiled

25 years in the making, Encyclopedia of Hinduism finally unveiled

Rediff.com27 Aug 2013

A 25-year quest by nearly 1,000 scholars to document and present one of the world's oldest living traditions came to fruition when the 'Encyclopedia of Hinduism' was unveiled in Columbia.

Makers of wine, runners of marathons

Makers of wine, runners of marathons

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

Meet Uma and Krishna Prasad, a unique entrepreneurial couple from Hyderabad.

'It's difficult for India to find a quality spinner these days'

'It's difficult for India to find a quality spinner these days'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

'The present crop struggles overseas because they are not accustomed to getting wickets with patience and perseverance.' 'I don't know how they will survive when the track is not turning.'

WT20: England will rely on player versatility to take them through

WT20: England will rely on player versatility to take them through

Rediff.com29 Mar 2016

Satisfied with England's campaign in the ICC World Twenty20 so far, captain Eoin Morgan said every player in the side has showcased versatility during the tournament, making the side a "powerful" unit heading into Wednesday's semi-final against New Zealand.

Race for Green jacket hots up at Augusta Masters

Race for Green jacket hots up at Augusta Masters

Rediff.com8 Apr 2018

Tiger Woods appears to be unmatchable in appeal, even when he does not play well as at this year's Masters.

'To captain India in the World Cup would be the biggest achievement of my life'

'To captain India in the World Cup would be the biggest achievement of my life'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2017

'Responsibility makes me better player, better person, makes my understand the game much more. I think I would be able to execute the plans with much more conviction than the time I started off with Test captaincy'

Will India have a home-grown coach after 15 years?

Will India have a home-grown coach after 15 years?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

Duncan Fletcher's impending exit prompts Haresh Pandya to suggest 'Indian' options for the job of national coach.

Exclusive! When Indian forces went behind enemy lines

Exclusive! When Indian forces went behind enemy lines

Rediff.com22 Sep 2017

'This is what we train for: That one chance to deliver a blow so lethal that the enemy will constantly think about it when planning any misadventure.'

'Pain is not an early sign of breast cancer'

'Pain is not an early sign of breast cancer'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

Dear female friends, beware of lumps, bloody discharge and puckered skin.

Ranji roundup: Mumbai struggle in 500th match

Ranji roundup: Mumbai struggle in 500th match

Rediff.com9 Nov 2017

A round-up of Day 1 of the Ranji Trophy group matches played on Thursday.

7 things that hold you back from success

7 things that hold you back from success

Rediff.com25 Aug 2015

Our success is, to a great extent, determined by our habits.

Sports shorts: Chelsea's Conte named Manager of the Year

Sports shorts: Chelsea's Conte named Manager of the Year

Rediff.com23 May 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Tuesday

Why Modi's financial schemes are struggling

Why Modi's financial schemes are struggling

Rediff.com30 Nov 2015

The best investment schemes fail if they don't offer incentives to intermediaries to push investors.

The Politics of Secularism

The Politics of Secularism

Rediff.com4 Aug 2017

'Forming cults around Lalus, Nitishes, Mulayams, Mayawatis and Mamatas will do as much harm to the Republic as the bhakti of the Hindus for Modi will do,' says Mohammad Sajjad.

'Old friend is better than 2 new friends': India, Russia sign 16 key pacts in Goa

'Old friend is better than 2 new friends': India, Russia sign 16 key pacts in Goa

Rediff.com15 Oct 2016

Big ticket defence deals including purchase of missile systems, frigates and joint production of helicopters were sealed on Saturday.

'He made the youth dream about a better India'

'He made the youth dream about a better India'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

'His simple lifestyle, his optimism, his hard work and his genuine humility made him an authentic role model to millions of children, many of them growing up in challenging circumstances.'

'Priyanka convinced me that she is in a very happy place'

'Priyanka convinced me that she is in a very happy place'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2016

Fascinating insights about PeeCee from her mom, Dr Madhu Chopra.

For an India of blasphemers

For an India of blasphemers

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

Instead of repealing Section 295A of the IPC, which criminalises speech that offends the religious, India intends to further criminalise offence against religion, says Mihir S Sharma

10 economic commandments for Modi

10 economic commandments for Modi

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

Instead of a consumption stimulus the government must address the NPA issue with a war footing and invest in infrastructure, affordable housing and exports, says Sanjeev Nayyar.

India pacer Shami out of UAE match; Binny may replace him

India pacer Shami out of UAE match; Binny may replace him

Rediff.com27 Feb 2015

All-rounder Staurt Binny is likely to replace injured bowler Mohammed Shami for India's next World Cup match against the UAE.

Why China is angry with the Puja in Bodh Gaya

Why China is angry with the Puja in Bodh Gaya

Rediff.com13 Jan 2017

China's ruling Communist Party has cracked down on Tibetans who planned to attend the Kalachakra Puja in Bodh Gaya. But the Tibetan people have dared the Communists by listening to the Dalai Lama's sermons on the Internet and sharing videos on social media.

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