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India's digital health mission likely to face privacy issues

India's digital health mission likely to face privacy issues

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

Lack of clarity on data-sharing persists, public health experts sceptic about the pilot that was run in six Union territories as benchmark for national roll-out

India has wage problem, not job problem: Mohandas Pai

India has wage problem, not job problem: Mohandas Pai

Rediff.com16 Jun 2019

India is not producing good jobs, but creating a lot of Rs 10,000-Rs 15,000 low-paid jobs which are not fancied by degree holders. Pai suggested that India adopt the Chinese model of opening up labour-intensive industries and building infrastructure near coasts, besides investing heavily in hitech R&D to meet the aspirations of job-seekers.

China be warned! First Rafales to touch down on July 27

China be warned! First Rafales to touch down on July 27

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

The Rafales could begin combat operations by September-October, reports Ajai Shukla.

9 Tips To Get Hired In 2022

9 Tips To Get Hired In 2022

Rediff.com11 Jan 2022

Job searching is a game of numbers: The more energy you invest and the more cold networking e-mails you send, the more options you open up for yourself, advises Lalit Singh, co-founder and CTO, Meraqui, a human capital services company.

PIX: Walking, around the world

PIX: Walking, around the world

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

Have you walked the extra mile?

Political gatherings allowed in Bihar, bypoll-bound constituencies

Political gatherings allowed in Bihar, bypoll-bound constituencies

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

The order issued by Union Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla is a slight modification of the reopening guidelines issued on September 30 where the political gatherings were allowed from October 15. The political gatherings can be held only outside the containment zones.

Good news! It's raining jobs in India

Good news! It's raining jobs in India

Rediff.com27 Mar 2012

The next three months are likely to offer solid opportunities for job seekers as 39 per cent of Indian employers are expected to increase their headcount, says a survey.

Dil Bekaraar review

Dil Bekaraar review

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

Dil Bekaraar is watchable, but not quick-witted enough to binge watch, feels Sukanya Verma.

What's hot on the OTT menu?

What's hot on the OTT menu?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

Baby Yoda's latest adventures, spirits of all shapes and sizes, NRIs in vendetta mode, catch all this and more on OTT in Sukanya Verma's weekly recommendations.

My Aunt, Indu Jain: Guru of Gurus

My Aunt, Indu Jain: Guru of Gurus

Rediff.com17 May 2021

'She had a curiosity which she translated into action and was always open to new ideas and suggestions for the betterment of society.' Malti and Mudit Jain remember Indu Jain, the chairperson of the Times of India group, who passed into the ages last week.

Will 2 Public Sector Banks Be Privatised In 2022?

Will 2 Public Sector Banks Be Privatised In 2022?

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

The government plans to bring down its stake to 26 per cent in these two banks, which are yet to be identified. This may not come in the way of getting investors for these banks, provided the government is willing to step back rather than run them the way it had been doing for over five decades since these banks were nationalised, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

'Do we really know our partner?'

'Do we really know our partner?'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

'One often assumes that after being in a marriage for a while, one knows their partner really well.' 'But do we really know what they want?' 'What they need? What they seek.'

Afghan protestors outside UNHCR office can be Covid super spreaders: HC

Afghan protestors outside UNHCR office can be Covid super spreaders: HC

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

The Delhi high court on Wednesday expressed concern over a large gathering of Afghan nationals protesting outside the UNHCR office and seeking refugee status, saying it could act as a super spreader of coronavirus as there is lack of adherence to Covid-19 appropriate norms.

CJI hopes govt will soon clear names of HC judges recommended by Collegium

CJI hopes govt will soon clear names of HC judges recommended by Collegium

Rediff.com2 Oct 2021

"The government has cleared seven names out of the 106 judges and one out of the nine for chief justices, so far. I expect that the government will clear the rest of the names very soon. These appointments will take care of pendency to some extent. I seek the cooperation and support of the Government to enable access to justice and to strengthen democracy," CJI N V Ramana said.

HC tells Delhi govt, police to reduce Afghan refugees at protest site

HC tells Delhi govt, police to reduce Afghan refugees at protest site

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

The Delhi high court on Friday directed the Delhi government and the police to ensure that the number of Afghan nationals, protesting outside the UNHCR office in New Delhi and seeking refugee status, is suitably reduced and they strictly follow Covid-19 appropriate protocol.

5 tips to get the job of your dreams

5 tips to get the job of your dreams

Rediff.com7 Apr 2014

Simply sending out resumes will not help you enough.

PIX: Parineeti, Farah attend Sania Mirza's sister's sangeet

PIX: Parineeti, Farah attend Sania Mirza's sister's sangeet

Rediff.com17 Nov 2016

Socila media posts from your favourite Bollywood celebs

'Can't even think of returning to Afghanistan'

'Can't even think of returning to Afghanistan'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

'It's hell right now'

Indian students hung out to dry

Indian students hung out to dry

Rediff.com21 Aug 2021

With Canada, Australia extending restrictions, admission seekers are deferring their studies or looking elsewhere.

'I've been a circus performer for the past decade'

'I've been a circus performer for the past decade'

Rediff.com16 May 2020

For the lockdown entertainment seekers, Vir Das has a daily treat. 'I set up a show on Zoom every night where I work way my backward through the day.' 'It's a 90-minute daily show with tickets sold and the proceeds going to various charities and causes, like Helpage, migrant workers, children with cancer.'

This dog is the HAPPIEST in lockdown

This dog is the HAPPIEST in lockdown

Rediff.com3 May 2020

Pankaj Maheshwari from Gandhi Nagar, Moradabad tells us how is spending time with his dog Bosco.

What's the rush at Cong HQ in Delhi all about?

What's the rush at Cong HQ in Delhi all about?

Rediff.com19 Sep 2010

Thousands of ticket seekers from the state have been camping in Delhi and making rounds to the AICC headquarters for the last one week and of the leaders who are involved in the process of ticket selection.

10 Tips to SUCCEED in the Gig Economy

10 Tips to SUCCEED in the Gig Economy

Rediff.com11 Aug 2021

You have to make yourself visible and create opportunities for yourself, advises Gaurav Goyal, co-founder, Scalenut.

US to invest $150 million to train H-1B One Workforce

US to invest $150 million to train H-1B One Workforce

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

In sectors like IT, cybersecurity, advanced manufacturing, and transportation, the H-1B One Workforce grant programme would be used to upskill the present workforce and train a new generation of workers.

Anti-tank HeliNa missile hits targets in crucial test

Anti-tank HeliNa missile hits targets in crucial test

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

In fresh trials, India has test-fired its indigenously developed Nag anti-tank guided missile, which can hit a target up to seven km, from a helicopter at a firing range in Jaisalmer in Rajasthan.

China unveils new missile defence system

China unveils new missile defence system

Rediff.com11 Sep 2014

China has unveiled its latest surface-to-air missile system for the first time coinciding with President Xi Jinping's four-nation tour, including India.

Democracy has capacity to reconcile all differences: Prez in Kashmir

Democracy has capacity to reconcile all differences: Prez in Kashmir

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

"Democracy, I firmly believe, has within it the capacity to reconcile all differences and also the capacity to bring out the best of the citizens' potential. Kashmir, happily, is already realising this vision," the President said in his convocation address at the Kashmir University in Srinagar.

Top 5 blunders fresh grads make in an interview

Top 5 blunders fresh grads make in an interview

Rediff.com16 May 2013

Some of these mistakes could cost you the job.

British court blocks Sri Lankan Tamil deportations

British court blocks Sri Lankan Tamil deportations

Rediff.com28 Feb 2013

A group of failed Sri Lankan Tamil asylum seekers have won the right to stay in the United Kingdom after the high court in London blocked their deportation scheduled for Thursday.

Why foreign car-makers are betting big on track car models

Why foreign car-makers are betting big on track car models

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari, Porsche and Lamborghini are some marquee badges that have introduced track cars to excite hard-core customers who want to push their cars to the limit, says Pavan Lall.

In times of COVID, how travel firms plan to generate revenue

In times of COVID, how travel firms plan to generate revenue

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

While Yatra is building a digital services platform to offer skill development training and sourcing solutions to corporate, Thomas Cook has partnered ICMR-accredited labs to offer Covid-19 certification, and MakeMyTrip is offering chartered flight services.

'Made in India' Akash missile test-fired successfully

'Made in India' Akash missile test-fired successfully

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

The state-of-the-art indigenous missile targeting an UAV 'Banshee', was fired from the launch complex-III of the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur near Balasore on Tuesday afternoon.

Secrets will go to grave with me: Ahmed Patel on memoir

Secrets will go to grave with me: Ahmed Patel on memoir

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

Patel, who died on Wednesday at a Gurugram hospital where he was admitted with COVID-19, could have been the tell-all leader offering insights and information with his inside view of the workings of the Congress and the political world. But he would have none of it.

How the Rich fuel Demand for Private Jets

How the Rich fuel Demand for Private Jets

Rediff.com28 Jun 2021

'The need for added safety has bolstered demand for charter flights in the last year and is expected to continue.'

Speed-dating in a slow job market

Speed-dating in a slow job market

Rediff.com3 Sep 2012

In these times of a slowdown in the job market, over 34 start-up companies from across states and 53 job seekers converged in Mumbai to find a fit for their professional needs -- taking the total number of interactions to over 1,400.

India most optimistic on hiring plans for Jan-Mar 2015

India most optimistic on hiring plans for Jan-Mar 2015

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

Opportunities for job seekers are expected to grow even better in 2015 with employers in India being most optimistic on hiring, says a report.

Akash for sale to wary of China nations

Akash for sale to wary of China nations

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

India is pursuing sales to South East Asian countries that are wary of Chinese aggression, including Vietnam and the Philippines.

Restarting your career in the pandemic? 5 TIPS

Restarting your career in the pandemic? 5 TIPS

Rediff.com10 May 2021

The first step? Get in touch with past employers and colleagues to see if there are any opportunities, advises Ravish Agrawal, founder and CEO, Able Jobs.

Job exchanges: Mandatory registration sought

Job exchanges: Mandatory registration sought

Rediff.com30 Aug 2011

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Labour has also suggested that branches and centres of employment exchanges be opened in every district post office where pass-outs can register themselves easily.

When Smita Patil lived Arth in real life

When Smita Patil lived Arth in real life

Rediff.com18 Oct 2021

'Films like Arth don't happen again and again. They come once in a lifetime. I was lucky to make it, and I couldn't have done it without Smita and Shabana.'