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US Congress passes Uyghur bill; China threatens retaliation

US Congress passes Uyghur bill; China threatens retaliation

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

By passing this bill, Congress is showing that the US will not turn a blind eye to the suffering of the oppressed, House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy said.

Naukri.com creates SC/ST database

Naukri.com creates SC/ST database

Rediff.com8 Oct 2007

Naukri.com, which voluntarily started gathering data about caste from registered job seekers from May 2006, said 19 per cent of them were women, 3.4 per cent OBCs, 0.8 per cent SCs and 0.2 per cent STs. There are over 130,000 OBCs, 38,000 SCs and STs, 760,000 women, and 8,000 physically challenged job seekers registered on the job portal.

Why hopping jobs may not be such a good idea

Why hopping jobs may not be such a good idea

Rediff.com25 Jan 2019

Employers believed that frequent job movements are indicative of indecisiveness in a candidate and demonstrate a lack of loyalty.

Yogish starrer Ambara set to release this Friday

Yogish starrer Ambara set to release this Friday

Rediff.com14 Nov 2013

The film also stars Bhamaa as the female lead.

Syrian refugee 'pays back' German kindness with food for homeless

Syrian refugee 'pays back' German kindness with food for homeless

Rediff.com26 Nov 2015

Every Saturday, Alex Assali cooks hot meals, which he distributes free to the homeless outside Berlin's Alexanderplatz station.

How govt agency 'misled' President's office

How govt agency 'misled' President's office

Rediff.com27 Mar 2007

The Central Information Commission has made it clear through its decisions that disclosure of file notings under the RTI Act could be made to information seekers.

Canada may use force to deport Sikh refugee

Canada may use force to deport Sikh refugee

Rediff.com13 Jan 2008

Singh's supporters have twice stopped police attempts to deport Singh, who allegedly entered Canada on a false passport five years ago. He has currently taken shelter in a Surrey gurdwara after exhausting all legal avenues. The first attempt to deport him failed on December 10 when over 2,000 of his supporters blocked police access to him. They foiled another attempt last Wednesday when they blocked police entry to the gurdwara.

UAE airlines expect illegal workers' exodus

UAE airlines expect illegal workers' exodus

Rediff.com6 Aug 2007

Airlines in the UAE are expecting a huge rush since nearly a million amnesty seekers, including many Indians, are likely to leave the country before the September two deadline.

Indians throng Dubai consulate to seek amnesty

Indians throng Dubai consulate to seek amnesty

Rediff.com9 Jul 2007

The amnesty began on June one and ends on August 31.

Jammed mobile network? Trai is helpless

Jammed mobile network? Trai is helpless

Rediff.com18 Jun 2007

Congestion level is rising with surging mobile subscriber base resulting in loss of calls and poor quality of service, but the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India says it cannot issue show cause over this lapse as the matter is subjudice.

Home, auto loan rates to remain stable

Home, auto loan rates to remain stable

Rediff.com1 Nov 2007

Housing, auto and personal loan seekers can relax as major bankers have said that interest rates are not likely to go up following the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) decision to suck out more funds from the banks which normally makes borrowings costlier. Moreover, on deposit front, some bankers have said they are likely to maintain the current rates.

Ma Foi plans retail job centres

Ma Foi plans retail job centres

Rediff.com15 Jun 2006

SBI may cut home loan rates

SBI may cut home loan rates

Rediff.com1 Oct 2007

SBI said it could give discount to new housing credit seekers and might cut home loan rates. SBI is currently offering home loans at 12.75 per cent on fixed interest rate basis. The floating interest rate ranges between 10.75-11.25 per cent.

First job? Tips to negotiate your salary

First job? Tips to negotiate your salary

Rediff.com27 Aug 2007

While most job seekers prepare comprehensively for the interview, they sometimes overlook the important step of salary negotiation with HR. Here are some tips on how to get what you deserve.

British MPs call Trump 'fool', but against banning him

British MPs call Trump 'fool', but against banning him

Rediff.com19 Jan 2016

British lawmakers consider for debate any petition on the government's official petitions website that reaches 100,000 signatures.

Visiting UAE? Avail Mission Visa

Visiting UAE? Avail Mission Visa

Rediff.com4 Jan 2008

Indians visiting UAE seeking employment opportunities have been asked to opt for Mission Visa, instead of a visit visa, which gives them a legal residence status.

Coming soon: Model career centres for jobseekers

Coming soon: Model career centres for jobseekers

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

100 model career centres all across the country to help job seekers connect with potential employers and skill providers.

PHOTOS: Migrants welcome here

PHOTOS: Migrants welcome here

Rediff.com6 Sep 2015

8,000 asylum-seekers reach Germany in a single day amid deepening refugee crisis

'Govt is not taking unemployment seriously'

'Govt is not taking unemployment seriously'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

'It does not look like unemployment is a priority for the government.' 'If there was one external factor which could have made an impact on low investment and low jobs, it was the Budget and it has not made any difference.' '2020 is going to be a difficult and challenging year.'

King Tutenkhamun unmasked!

King Tutenkhamun unmasked!

Rediff.com5 Nov 2007

The true face of the 19-year-old monarch was put on view in his underground tomb at Luxor on Sunday, when the linen-wrapped mummy was removed from its stone sarcophagus for display in a climate-controlled glass box.

#JobSearch: 'Hiring process in India is not transparent'

#JobSearch: 'Hiring process in India is not transparent'

Rediff.com29 May 2015

'After appearing for many interviews, we could infer that jobs in colleges and universities are for those who have a reference from some hot shot and not people with only a good academic background.'

Taking a ride on a 1,000-foot-high glass skyslide

Taking a ride on a 1,000-foot-high glass skyslide

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

The Skyslide, on the 73-floor of the US Bank Tower -- the tallest building on the west coast -- opened to the public on Saturday and allow thrill seekers to slide 45 feet out across the city and down to an outdoor platform on the 69th floor.

After .eu, Asia gets its address in cyberworld

After .eu, Asia gets its address in cyberworld

Rediff.com9 Oct 2007

The process started from October 6, and trademark owners have the chance to register domain names in the new .asia top-level domain (TLD), prior to a general release of .asia names in 2008. With the support of 73 countries in the region, .asia is looking at means to bind the Asian community.

Explained: What is 'whole life' term insurance?

Explained: What is 'whole life' term insurance?

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

As opposed to term insurance that keeps you covered for a specific time period, opting for a whole life term plan means that you are covered for your entire life, says Santosh Agarwal.

Investors prefer property over stocks, gold

Investors prefer property over stocks, gold

Rediff.com3 Jul 2014

Riding high on improved market sentiment, especially after the Narendra Modi government took charge in late May, more and more investors are going for real estate compared to stocks and gold, according to a survey.

No place to call home: 653 lakh people displaced in 2015

No place to call home: 653 lakh people displaced in 2015

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

The total number of displaced people rose to 653 lakh by the end of 2015 from 595 lakh in 2014 -- a 58 lakh increase on the year before.

It's war of resumes for job portals

It's war of resumes for job portals

Rediff.com18 Apr 2007

The Times group job site, Timesjobs.com, yesterday said it was the largest recruitment portal with 3.073 million active resumes.

'India to see robust hiring activities in next 3 months'

'India to see robust hiring activities in next 3 months'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2014

The Employment Outlook Survey by job portal MyHiringClub.com says that Indian companies are expecting the hiring pace for the upcoming quarter to rebound.

'Job provider' Sonia a big hit

'Job provider' Sonia a big hit

Rediff.com7 Nov 2006

China to face employment crisis

China to face employment crisis

Rediff.com16 Oct 2006

China is facing a "severe" employment crisis with 34.5 million people expected to enter the labour market from 2006 to 2010, testing the government's plan to build a 'harmonious society.'

Can robotics really ease hiring pain?

Can robotics really ease hiring pain?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

HR can make better hiring decisions with solutions powered by robotics & machine learning.

Gay couple granted asylum in US after fleeing India

Gay couple granted asylum in US after fleeing India

Rediff.com24 Jan 2014

After being held in an immigration detention facility in El Paso, Texas, for six months, Jagdish Kumar and his partner Sukhwinder Sukhwinder were granted asylum December 20, 2013 to stay in the United States because of their fear of being persecuted for being gay in India.

Got a second house? Can claim tax rebate

Got a second house? Can claim tax rebate

Rediff.com26 Jul 2007

It is difficult for an NRI to get a loan in India, says personal finance expert Harsh Roongta.

Is this world's most generous internship?

Is this world's most generous internship?

Rediff.com13 Jun 2007

Go inside the tech company that lavishes its interns with limo rides, free hotel stays, Broadway shows, and the opportunity to do serious, creative work. So why does it do it?

Thenmala: Your date with nature

Thenmala: Your date with nature

Rediff.com24 May 2007

A day or two in Thenmala, an eco-tourism destination in Kerala.

Islamic State warns of attack on Taj Mahal, security beefed up

Islamic State warns of attack on Taj Mahal, security beefed up

Rediff.com17 Mar 2017

The security was jacked up after a website showed graphics of the Taj Mahal with a terrorist standing alongside holding what looked like a weapon.

Trump declares national emergency to build border wall

Trump declares national emergency to build border wall

Rediff.com16 Feb 2019

Trump's move followed a rare show of bipartisanship on Thursday when legislators voted to fund large swaths of the government and avoid a repeat of the recent five-week government shutdown.

Karavade forces Humpy to a draw

Karavade forces Humpy to a draw

Rediff.com27 Apr 2007

The draw took both Eesha Karavade and Koneru Humpy to 3.5 points out of a possible five in the Dubai International Chess championship.

Applying for a job? Don't read this!

Applying for a job? Don't read this!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2006

A total of 64 per cent of respondents in India said they had faced prejudice when applying for a job during the last five years.