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Byju's buys edtech start-up Whitehat Jr for $300 million

Byju's buys edtech start-up Whitehat Jr for $300 million

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

Bajaj sold his 18-month-old start-up WhiteHat Jr to Byju Raveendran for $300 million in an all-cash deal - over the video conferencing platform Zoom. The deal is the biggest in the Indian edtech sector by far.

Why Bollywood is NOT worth its name

Why Bollywood is NOT worth its name

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

The Rs 19,100 crore 'Indian film industry' is more than its monikers for three simple reasons, feels Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

Sakshi Dhoni and friends go skydiving in New Zealand

Sakshi Dhoni and friends go skydiving in New Zealand

Rediff.com5 Feb 2014

Nzone Skydive, an adventure sport program from Queenstown, New Zealand, played host to the WAGS of India's cricketers.

Australian Citizenship Law change boosts Ahmed's Ashes dreams

Australian Citizenship Law change boosts Ahmed's Ashes dreams

Rediff.com20 Jun 2013

Pakistan-born refugee Fawad Ahmed's Ashes dreams received a major boost on Thursday with the Australian senate passing legislation to fast-track citizenship in special cases.

4 things every employer looks for in you!

4 things every employer looks for in you!

Rediff.com20 Mar 2014

What does an employer really want from you? Read on!

How to tackle rising home loan rates

How to tackle rising home loan rates

Rediff.com8 May 2006

Home loan seekers should consider opting for a fixed rate loan

Are you over-paid or under-paid? Find out!

Are you over-paid or under-paid? Find out!

Rediff.com1 May 2013

Monster India launches Monster Salary Index, in association with paycheck.in and IIM-A as research partner.

We must give Vibhishan his due

We must give Vibhishan his due

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

Vibhishan was a seeker of justice who risked it all to be on the side of truth, says Sudhir Bisht.

Get more from your insurance policy

Get more from your insurance policy

Rediff.com16 Aug 2005

Simply put, riders are add-on benefits which can be bought along with a life insurance policy. They enable insurance seekers to increase the scope of protection offered by the insurance policy for a price.

Hector flashes made-for-India badge on 1st anniversary in India

Hector flashes made-for-India badge on 1st anniversary in India

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

Caught in the crossfire of Sino-India border skirmishes and strained by the severe impact of the pandemic on its business, Brand Hector is foregoing the bustle and frenzy for a quiet digital campaign that talks about its British roots, the smart tech powering its drive and its made-for-India models. The tone is subdued and the brand seems to be deliberately playing down its ownership by Chinese company, SAIC.

Delhi University to host its first job fair on June 11

Delhi University to host its first job fair on June 11

Rediff.com17 May 2013

The two-day fair will be the first-of-its-kind in the city.

The RTI Act is under siege

The RTI Act is under siege

Rediff.com19 Jul 2018

Geetanjali Krishna explains why this may slow down India's fight against corruption.

Jobs: 7 things to do after you've been rejected

Jobs: 7 things to do after you've been rejected

Rediff.com15 Apr 2014

Everyone gets turned down at least once in their career. Here's how you can cope with this rejection!

Riding to Ladakh? Here's a checklist of must-have accessories

Riding to Ladakh? Here's a checklist of must-have accessories

Rediff.com15 Sep 2013

With these in tow have a humdinger of a time in the Himalayan outback.

How a team of 70 is helping people find jobs

How a team of 70 is helping people find jobs

Rediff.com10 Mar 2015

Mera Job is a marketplace for both lower end white collar jobs and skilled blue collar workers.

The Laal Kaptaan Review

The Laal Kaptaan Review

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

Laal Kaptaan deserves a watch just for Saif's spunk, raves Prasanna D Zore.

India lost 21 million jobs in the Covid lockdown

India lost 21 million jobs in the Covid lockdown

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

There were 86 million salaried jobs in India during 2019-2020. In August 2020, their count was down to 65 million. The deficit of 21 million jobs is the biggest among all types of employment, points out Mahesh Vyas.

Oct-Dec quarter will see robust hiring in India: Survey

Oct-Dec quarter will see robust hiring in India: Survey

Rediff.com8 Sep 2015

Indian employers have the most optimistic hiring plans for the October-December quarter, driven by government's increased focus on ease of doing business.

Google emerges world's most attractive employer

Google emerges world's most attractive employer

Rediff.com21 Sep 2012

According to global employer branding firm Universum's global talent attraction index 'The World's Most Attractive Employers 2012', Google has retained the top position in both categories -- business and engineering -- for the fourth year in a row.

How to create resumes that go VIRAL!

How to create resumes that go VIRAL!

Rediff.com27 Sep 2013

Leverage technology and the power of social networks to make your CV stand out from the clutter.

7 breathtaking waterfalls near GOA you cannot miss

7 breathtaking waterfalls near GOA you cannot miss

Rediff.com2 Jul 2019

Plan your day trekking, camping, swimming, bird-watching around these spots.

Is the Harman Kardon Allure really alluring?

Is the Harman Kardon Allure really alluring?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

At Rs 24,499, the Allure is priced significantly higher than other offerings in the same segment, says Dhruv Munjal.

25 companies where it's most difficult to get a job

25 companies where it's most difficult to get a job

Rediff.com3 Sep 2013

Let's take a look at corporations where securing employment has been rated most difficult.

Amid citizenship row, Pranab cautions against majoritarianism

Amid citizenship row, Pranab cautions against majoritarianism

Rediff.com17 Dec 2019

'We think we can do anything and everything when we have an overwhelming majority in the legislature. But that should not be the case'

Refugee protest at Australian Open final

Refugee protest at Australian Open final

Rediff.com1 Feb 2015

Play was held up during the Australian Open men's final on Sunday when a banner was unfurled protesting against the treatment of refugees, with one person jumping on centre court.

What the NEP can achieve

What the NEP can achieve

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

'Education will definitely benefit by making the child's first language the medium of instruction, by making examinations less prone to rote-learning, by setting up national research universities, all recommendations of the NEP,' observe Pankaj Jain and Shreekant Sambrani.

India Inc cautiously optimistic about hiring

India Inc cautiously optimistic about hiring

Rediff.com12 Mar 2013

According to the Manpower Employment Outlook Survey, about 27 per cent of Indian employers said they would expand the workforce in the April-June quarter, primarily driven by ITeS and IT sectors where employer hiring intentions appears to be improving.

More Indian women seeking jobs

More Indian women seeking jobs

Rediff.com17 Jun 2004

More women are leaving their homes than ever before to hunt for jobs in India's overcrowded employment market, the first government study of its kind released in New Delhi showed.

New jobs: What Indian employees look for

New jobs: What Indian employees look for

Rediff.com7 Dec 2012

For Indians, job security is more important than other factors such as salary and perks.

Sri Lankan Navy arrests 80 Australia-bound Tamils

Sri Lankan Navy arrests 80 Australia-bound Tamils

Rediff.com21 Apr 2013

The arrest came as the group was departing Point Pedro in the northern Jaffna peninsula, Naval spokesman Commander Kosala Warnakulasuriya said, adding that among the arrested, 38 were men, 28 women and 14 children.

Fired? Laid-off? 5 tips to find a NEW job

Fired? Laid-off? 5 tips to find a NEW job

Rediff.com30 Jan 2020

Upskill. Network. Increase your employability status. Don't be redundant, says Gaurav Vohra.

#JobSearch: 'I cleared 3 rounds of interview, but no job'

#JobSearch: 'I cleared 3 rounds of interview, but no job'

Rediff.com25 May 2015

'I am attending Hindi language classes as I think it will help if I get a job in North India.'

It's time to read your home loan agreement!

It's time to read your home loan agreement!

Rediff.com10 Dec 2003

The long list of terms and conditions often contains clauses which can have a significant bearing on your loan repayment.

How much do you know your insurance BONUS?

How much do you know your insurance BONUS?

Rediff.com16 May 2013

Your insurance policy is just not for saving tax. The bonus that accrues on your policy can also help you maximise your wealth.

Job hunting online? Don't make these mistakes

Job hunting online? Don't make these mistakes

Rediff.com15 Feb 2013

Rajesh Nair, CEO, TopGear Consultants has advice for online job applicants.

6 tips to get noticed at an online job fair

6 tips to get noticed at an online job fair

Rediff.com15 Apr 2013

How to make the most of an opportunity and land yourself a job

Goa: Ramnathi villagers want Sanatan Sanstha banned, ashram shifted

Goa: Ramnathi villagers want Sanatan Sanstha banned, ashram shifted

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

Locals of Ramnathi in North Goa district where the Sanatan Sanstha is headquartered, have demanded a ban on the right-wing outfit and urged the state government to ensure that its ashram is shifted out of their village failing which they would intensify their agitation against them and their 'sadhaks' (seekers).

'The days of 20-30% salary hikes are gone'

'The days of 20-30% salary hikes are gone'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

Job seekers, brace yourself for a tough 2013!

New Year cheer in job street, hiring rises across sectors

New Year cheer in job street, hiring rises across sectors

Rediff.com7 Feb 2012

Job seekers have reasons to cheer, as hiring activities surged across all sectors in the first month of the year, despite the uncertainty prevailing in the overall economic scenario.

Jan, Feb saw upswing in hiring activity: Naukri

Jan, Feb saw upswing in hiring activity: Naukri

Rediff.com13 Mar 2013

Was led by sectors like software services, BPO and pharma.