News for 'Security Studies'

Covid likely came from lab leak in China: Report

Covid likely came from lab leak in China: Report

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

The new report highlights how different parts of the intelligence community have arrived at disparate judgments about the pandemic's origin.

Indore retains 'cleanest city' tag for 6th time in a row

Indore retains 'cleanest city' tag for 6th time in a row

Rediff.com1 Oct 2022

Among the states having fewer than 100 urban local bodies, Tripura has bagged the top rank, according to the survey results.

Uniform Civil Code: What Centre told SC last year

Uniform Civil Code: What Centre told SC last year

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

Citizens belonging to different religions and denominations follow different property and matrimonial laws which is 'an affront to the nation's unity', the Centre had said last year in its affidavit in the Supreme Court on the Uniform Civil Code matter.

With Rents Surging, Opt For Longer Lease

With Rents Surging, Opt For Longer Lease

Rediff.com5 May 2023

'Negotiate a longer agreement with the escalation clause fixed now.' 'This will enable you to control future cost increases.'

Defending India, securing Indians

Defending India, securing Indians

Rediff.com12 Nov 2014

'We should build a military with the capability to fight today's war on priority -- balancing it with the requirements of the future,' says Lieutenant General Anil Chait, one of the Indian Army's most cerebral thinkers who recently retired as chief of the Integrated Defence Staff, in his agenda for the new defence minister.

To Those Who Fought The Good Fight

To Those Who Fought The Good Fight

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

The fight for freedom was long and hard and that is why it is important to go back to the monuments that celebrate those who fought the good fight.

What is China's action plan for Tibet?

What is China's action plan for Tibet?

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

National security, consolidation of border defences and border security highlights China's Tibet policy, points out Jayadeva Ranade, the former senior RA&W officer and China expert.

7 Ways To Craft A Perfect CV

7 Ways To Craft A Perfect CV

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

No matter what field you work in or what stage of your career you are in, metrics-based data always augments your CV, alerts Neelabh Shukla, Chief Business Officer, MyCareernet.

Cost of data breach hits record high during pandemic: IBM

Cost of data breach hits record high during pandemic: IBM

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

Security incidents became more costly and harder to contain due to drastic operational shifts during the pandemic with the cost of data breaches to Indian organisations rising close to 18 per cent to Rs 16.5 crore on an average between May 2020 and March 2021, according to a report by IBM. The study pointed towards similar trends in other parts of the world with data breaches costing surveyed companies $4.24 million per incident on an average - the highest in the report's 17-year history.

Study abroad tips: What's the best time to apply?

Study abroad tips: What's the best time to apply?

Rediff.com11 Jun 2016

Overseas education consultant NNS Chandra shares advice.

'China and India are seeking each other out'

'China and India are seeking each other out'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2006

Professor Zha Daojiong speaks of the complex issues related to energy security, diplomacy and economics of the region.

Half of world's leading investors ignoring climate change: Study

Half of world's leading investors ignoring climate change: Study

Rediff.com2 May 2016

However, 157 investors managing a total of $14.2 trillion were taking first steps towards addressing climate change

Pilot study in 3 UTs shows why cash in lieu of PDS won't work

Pilot study in 3 UTs shows why cash in lieu of PDS won't work

Rediff.com3 Feb 2017

The research found that 50% of the people were receiving either nothing or less cash than they were entitled in lieu of the subsidised grains that were stopped under the pilots starting from September 2015 till May 2016.

US, China aircraft carriers in rare showdown in Taiwan Strait

US, China aircraft carriers in rare showdown in Taiwan Strait

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

China and the US flexed their naval might by deploying aircraft carriers in a rare showdown in the Taiwan Strait, the narrow channel that separates the Chinese mainland from Taiwan, as Beijing fumed over US House Speaker's meeting with Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen in Washington.

Tech, defence, energy: Key agenda for Modi-Biden talks

Tech, defence, energy: Key agenda for Modi-Biden talks

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

Modi will arrive in New York on June 20 and will lead the 9th International Yoga Day celebrations at the UN headquarters on June 21.

'The violence will stop decisively very soon'

'The violence will stop decisively very soon'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

'If the Kukis and Meiteis are the warring groups, then we need to find space for a third group which can mediate between the two.'

Afzal Guru execution: Security focus must be pan-India

Afzal Guru execution: Security focus must be pan-India

Rediff.com9 Feb 2013

B Raman assesses the likely threats to India from Afzal Guru's execution.

Network security concern high in India: IDC

Network security concern high in India: IDC

Rediff.com22 May 2003

Network security has emerged as a major technology concern amongst corporates in India besides other factors like costs, network management and lack of technical knowledge.\n\n

ED points to insider trading in NSE case

ED points to insider trading in NSE case

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

The Enforcement Directorate's (ED's) chargesheet in the National Stock Exchange (NSE) illegal phone-tapping case points to insider trading during the tenures of Chitra Ramkrishna and Ravi Narain as managing director and chief executive officer of the bourse. The federal agency will soon be sharing the details with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for further inquiry, two people aware of the findings told Business Standard. The ED, which filed its prosecution complaint (commonly known as chargesheet), alleged that Narain and Ramkrishna were the "key conspirators" and had assisted iSec Services to generate money to the tune of Rs 24 crore for exchanging crucial information, the people said.

What Did Modi Tell MbS?

What Did Modi Tell MbS?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2022

'Honoured to call on HRH Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah this evening. Conveyed the warm greetings of PM @narendramodi.'

20% remained without work six months after losing jobs to lockdown: study

20% remained without work six months after losing jobs to lockdown: study

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

The survey showed that women workers fared worse than men when it came to employment recovery (53 per cent versus 57 per cent) and urban areas have been much worse hit despite a quicker bounce back.

Dead IIT-B student's family suspects murder, says he was discriminated against

Dead IIT-B student's family suspects murder, says he was discriminated against

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

The family of an IIT-Bombay student who died allegedly by suicide has claimed that he faced discrimination at the premier institute for belonging to a Scheduled Caste (SC) community and that there is a strong possibility that he was "murdered".

Study US: How to pick the best MBA school

Study US: How to pick the best MBA school

Rediff.com9 Jan 2016

In an online chat with readers, overseas education consultant NNS Chandra addressed queries related to international admissions.

NSA Ajit Doval leads A-team to US for crucial talks on emerging tech

NSA Ajit Doval leads A-team to US for crucial talks on emerging tech

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval will hold crucial talks with the top US leadership, including his counterpart Jake Sullivan, on the first high-level dialogue on Initiative for Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET).

Would you pay Rs 1 lakh for your child's study trip?

Would you pay Rs 1 lakh for your child's study trip?

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

Schools adopt international curriculum, that requires increased number of non-classroom experiences.

Meet Meet Shah, India's CA Topper

Meet Meet Shah, India's CA Topper

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

'Consistency is the key to cracking any goal.' 'If you can't put in 10 hours a day, make it 6 hours or 8 hours, but stick to it.' 'Don't lose momentum.'

Indian student of Pak varsity, father charged with terrorism, spying

Indian student of Pak varsity, father charged with terrorism, spying

Rediff.com3 May 2022

Officials said this was another example of Pakistan misusing higher studies as bait for recruitment in terror groups.

Study US: 'I spent too much on clothes'

Study US: 'I spent too much on clothes'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2007

Six students who studied in the US share their experience with Indian students who are US bound.

A Lifetime In Pursuit Of Precision In Psychiatry

A Lifetime In Pursuit Of Precision In Psychiatry

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

Dr Rajesh M Parikh remembers Dr Dinshaw Doongaji, the legendary psychiatrist who passed into the ages last week, a day short of his 91st birthday.

To tackle 'jungle Raj', Nitish forms industrial security force

To tackle 'jungle Raj', Nitish forms industrial security force

Rediff.com25 May 2016

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Wednesday lamented that a section of people start "chanting" 'Jungle Raj' after every incident of crime in the state and said the government has decided to set up a battalion for safeguarding banks and other such establishments.

'Even if authorised, missile firing makes no sense'

'Even if authorised, missile firing makes no sense'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2022

'This cannot be credibly explained away by referring to a "technical glitch".'

ASK ANU: My Ex Is Blackmailing Me

ASK ANU: My Ex Is Blackmailing Me

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

rediffGURU Anu Krishna , who is a mind/life coach and NLP trainer, wants you to talk about your problems. She will address your concerns and offer expert advice on how you can take control of your life.

The best way to secure your PC

The best way to secure your PC

Rediff.com8 Dec 2009

If you have invested in a new laptop or a desktop this year, don't gamble with your PC's security by using some free security software.

Security software mart to grow 40%

Security software mart to grow 40%

Rediff.com12 Sep 2005

The security solutions software market in India is expected to touch $130 million by 2009 from $36.3 million in 2004 with the next wave of growth coming from small and medium enterprises, according to research firm IDC.

IT managers, engineers and accountants hardest to find: Study

IT managers, engineers and accountants hardest to find: Study

Rediff.com25 Jul 2013

An online survey conducted across US, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Russia and the UK by CareerBuilder has revealed the job profiles that take longer time to fill in. Read on for details

Drone equipped with radars to help BSF detect tunnels along India-Pak border

Drone equipped with radars to help BSF detect tunnels along India-Pak border

Rediff.com8 Jan 2023

The BSF has unearthed at least five under-ground tunnels in the about 192 km of the Jammu front (of the India-Pakistan IB) in the last three years.

Kashmir poses no threat to India's security

Kashmir poses no threat to India's security

Rediff.com2 Nov 2018

The valley is under the iron grip of the armed forces and Pakistan does not have the military power or political support to change the status quo, observes Colonel Anil A Athale (retd), after a recent visit to Kashmir.

Will Nitish Kumar Fulfil Sonu Kumar's Dream?

Will Nitish Kumar Fulfil Sonu Kumar's Dream?

Rediff.com18 May 2022

'I will study at a private English medium school and become an IAS officer, my aim is clear.'

Need money to pursue a diploma course?

Need money to pursue a diploma course?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

The Mahindra All India Talent Scholarship helps underprivileged students pursue a diploma course of their choice.

Lax attitude towards data security could cost India Inc dear

Lax attitude towards data security could cost India Inc dear

Rediff.com14 May 2018

A large number of large and small businesses process EU data, have customers from the EU or have access to data of EU citizens in one way or another.