News for 'Study of Institutional Diversity'

'Unity in diversity has helped us survive'

'Unity in diversity has helped us survive'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

'The BJP is trying to change this mantra.'

Beyond IIT-JEE: Important Engineering Entrance Exams

Beyond IIT-JEE: Important Engineering Entrance Exams

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Considering the competition, engineering aspirants should ideally consider taking a minimum of five to seven entrance exams to maximise their chances of success and broaden their options when it comes to college, says rediffGURU Nayagam PP.

Why 64% MTech Seats Are Vacant in Indian Colleges

Why 64% MTech Seats Are Vacant in Indian Colleges

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

The growing decline of MTech applicants in Indian colleges is due to multiple factors, including outdated curricula, poor return on investment and lucrative non-engineering alternatives, say experts.

New CEC who played key role in Art 370 abrogation, Ram temple trust

New CEC who played key role in Art 370 abrogation, Ram temple trust

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Kumar, who played a key role in implementing decisions following the abrogation of Article 370 of the Constitution in Jammu and Kashmir during his stint in the Union home ministry, took charge as an election commissioner on March 15, 2024.

Gyanesh Kumar appointed as next CEC

Gyanesh Kumar appointed as next CEC

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Gyanesh Kumar, a 1988-batch Kerala Cadre IAS officer, has been appointed as the next Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India. Kumar, who was previously an Election Commissioner, will serve until January 26, 2029. His appointment comes amidst controversy as the Congress party demanded the government defer its decision until the Supreme Court concludes its hearing on a petition challenging the composition of the selection panel. Kumar's tenure will see him oversee several state assembly elections, including Bihar, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal.

Bibek Debroy: A 'towering scholar' & economist

Bibek Debroy: A 'towering scholar' & economist

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Debroy's economic interests and research work covered numerous areas such as economic theory, income inequality, and infrastructure financing.

India to go all out to win bid for 2036 Olympic Games

India to go all out to win bid for 2036 Olympic Games

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

The IOA president maintained the conference will serve as a platform where global expertise meets Indian innovation through discussion on urban transformation, technological advancements, sustainability and inclusive governance.

HEX20 Elevates India With Nila Launch

HEX20 Elevates India With Nila Launch

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

'The launch of Nila, our very first satellite was very emotional as well as nerve wracking. We tried to calm ourselves by cracking some poor jokes!'

Relief for madrasas in UP as SC reverses HC verdict

Relief for madrasas in UP as SC reverses HC verdict

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

The high court erred in holding that the law was violative of the principle of secularism, said a bench comprising Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud and Justices J B Pardiwala and Manoj Misra.

Autopsies show Covid virus lingers in body parts for months: Study

Autopsies show Covid virus lingers in body parts for months: Study

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

The study showed that SARS-CoV-2 primarily infected and damaged airway and lung tissue.

'Students from the south will be forced to study in Hindi'

'Students from the south will be forced to study in Hindi'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

'They have brought out a provision whereby the medium of education in the Hindi speaking states will be Hindi even in higher education institutions like IIT, IIM, etc.' 'Think about the students from the south who get admission in the IITs in Kanpur or Delhi or the IIMs in various places.'

Banks sole bright spot in gender diversity report

Banks sole bright spot in gender diversity report

Rediff.com20 Sep 2010

Banks and financial institutions have proved to be the only ones in corporate India's otherwise dismal gender diversity performance, according to a report published by Standard Chartered Bank.

'Jobs Have Evolved, Skill Sets Haven't'

'Jobs Have Evolved, Skill Sets Haven't'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

'India has a skill shortage of 56%.' 'This is a very interesting paradox -- the unemployment rate is 6% to 7%, and at the same time 20% of those qualified are unemployed.'

Govt defends Great Nicobar project amid criticism, cites national interest

Govt defends Great Nicobar project amid criticism, cites national interest

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The central government's Great Nicobar development project, proposed around an unprecedented transhipment port, will be executed to keep environmental impact minimal, and is essential as it is of national importance, the government has said amid calls to abort the controversial project due to ecological concerns, the Centre said in an official statement.

COVID-19 in India may have orginated from EU, Middle East: Study

COVID-19 in India may have orginated from EU, Middle East: Study

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

The objective of the study was to determine the genetic diversity among Indian SARS-CoV-2 viral isolates in comparison to the strains that are occurring worldwide.

Why every student should study abroad once in their lifetime

Why every student should study abroad once in their lifetime

Rediff.com16 Aug 2017

Presenting 6 incredible ways your life will change if you study abroad.

What's delaying India's STUDY ABROAD plans?

What's delaying India's STUDY ABROAD plans?

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

Students who have received admission to foreign universities are struggling with unexpected delays, additional living costs and scarcity of vaccine supplies.

Cancer Research Is Hampered By Lack Of Racial Data

Cancer Research Is Hampered By Lack Of Racial Data

Rediff.com2 May 2023

Cancer has no race, so why do new innovative cancer drugs discriminate based on race and ethnic groups, asks Digonto Chatterjee.

'Unemployment Is A Ticking Time Bomb!'

'Unemployment Is A Ticking Time Bomb!'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

'The government should come back as a job creator as it did in the 1960s and the 1970s.'

Why go abroad to study?

Why go abroad to study?

Rediff.com26 May 2018

These institutes, while expensive, are a viable alternative to studying abroad.

'Wayanad Is A Man-Made Tragedy'

'Wayanad Is A Man-Made Tragedy'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

'It was specifically mentioned in the Gadgil Committee report that this particular area where the colossal landside happened now should be in the Environmentally Sensitive Area under Zone 1.' 'Zone 1 is the most important and ecologically sensitive area, and that it has to be protected entirely.' 'At least 90% of the Wayanad disaster is man-made.'

'BTech From IIT-K. Yet To Get A Job'

'BTech From IIT-K. Yet To Get A Job'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Connect with professionals in your field through LinkedIn, industry events and workshops. Attend job fairs, conferences and meetups to expand your network. Apply for internships or short-term projects to gain practical experience, suggests rediffGURU Aasif Ahmed Khan.

186,267 Indian students study in the US

186,267 Indian students study in the US

Rediff.com13 Nov 2017

186,267 Indian students were studying in the US in 2016-2017.

Wipro CEO Thierry Delaporte resigns; Srinivas Pallia named new chief

Wipro CEO Thierry Delaporte resigns; Srinivas Pallia named new chief

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

Indian IT major Wipro on Saturday announced the resignation of its CEO Thierry Delaporte and named Srinivas Pallia as the new chief executive officer effective immediately. Wipro's Board noted the resignation of Delaporte with effect from April 6, 2024, the company said in a BSE filing, and added he will be relieved from the employment of the company with effect from the close of business hours on May 31, 2024.

India 15th in top 25 AI nations but has 'greatest upward potential'

India 15th in top 25 AI nations but has 'greatest upward potential'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

India may be 15th among the top 25 Artificial Intelligence nations, but it has the 'the greatest upward potential' according to research by Tufts University's business school, the Fletcher School. At the top is the US, followed by China, fighting for global leadership in AI followed by the UK, Japan, and Germany. In the 15th spot, India is ahead of Brazil, Argentina, Indonesia, Mexico, Turkey, Indonesia and Thailand.

'Sharks At High Risk Of Extinction'

'Sharks At High Risk Of Extinction'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

'Shark fins are the most sought-after shark product.'

Fund diversion by Mallya a 'wake up call' for United Spirits

Fund diversion by Mallya a 'wake up call' for United Spirits

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

United Spirits had a tough time in recent past due to management related issues. Going ahead, corporate governance is a big challenge, say experts.

Coronavirus mutations may not make it more infectious: Study

Coronavirus mutations may not make it more infectious: Study

Rediff.com26 May 2020

Coronaviruses, like other RNA viruses, can develop mutations in three different ways: by mistake from copying errors during viral replication, through interactions with other viruses infecting the same cell, or they can be induced by RNA modification systems which are part of host immunity, the researchers explained.

Number of women in blue-collar jobs increasing across manufacturing sector

Number of women in blue-collar jobs increasing across manufacturing sector

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

"Lady candidates need not apply." So read the postscript in a job notice from Telco (now Tata Motors) on a notice board in the corridors of the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore (now Bengaluru), in 1974. Irked, Sudha Murty, who was then pursuing her masters in computer science at the institute, wrote a postcard to JRD Tata, expressing her surprise at this gender discrimination, especially since the Tata Group were pioneers on many fronts. Shortly, Murty became the first woman on the firm's shop floor.

Which country is best for your child to study abroad?

Which country is best for your child to study abroad?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

Have you been asking yourself this question? Then these 8 tips are meant for you.

'My Father Loved Poetry And Kashmir'

'My Father Loved Poetry And Kashmir'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

To share your Father's Day story (Father's Day will be celebrated on Sunday, June 16), just mail us at getahead@rediff.co.in (subject: Father's Day) along with your name, the place where you live, your father's name and picture and your message about him.

GEMs No Longer Shine At MBA Campuses

GEMs No Longer Shine At MBA Campuses

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

Many top B-schools attach more value now to academic record, bachelor's degree marks, work experience, performance in the personal interview, as well as gender and academic diversity -- resulting in a decline of the weighting to the CAT score.

Bengaluru's water crisis: India Inc adopt innovative methods

Bengaluru's water crisis: India Inc adopt innovative methods

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

From installing water-saving aerators on taps to using cans for washing hands and dishes, Bengaluru is adopting diverse strategies to tide over the water crisis. While several citizens have taken to social media to urge Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to make work from home mandatory for IT companies, it appears that hybrid mode will continue to be the norm for most - although with new water conservation measures in place. Co-working space provider Urban Vault has, for instance, installed smart water meters to detect leakage.

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

Banks Or NBFCs? Where to Go For Student Loans?

Banks Or NBFCs? Where to Go For Student Loans?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

While both institutions provide financial assistance, there are significant differences between them in terms of offerings, eligibility criteria, interest rates, and other crucial factors.

IT Hiring Slowdown Worries Students

IT Hiring Slowdown Worries Students

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

'Students of Tier-II and Tier III engineering colleges in the south may find 2023 to be one of the toughest years for getting jobs.'

'Applying to universities abroad is increasingly risky'

'Applying to universities abroad is increasingly risky'

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

'With the current situation in the global job market, students come back with an added burden of educational loans.'

'Can We In Our Businesses Set An Example?'

'Can We In Our Businesses Set An Example?'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'I think some of us, like Mukesh Ambani, myself and those of us who head industrial units, ought to really focus on what we can really do to make the world a safer place, maybe 50 or 100 years from now.' 'For instance, how can we deal with climate change and global warming, right now?' 'The effects of it may not be felt now; in fact, we may pay a price for it today, but it will help the generations to follow.'

'Nuclear Has To Get Into Achche Din'

'Nuclear Has To Get Into Achche Din'

Rediff.com20 May 2024

'Chinese are going bang, bang, bang building 30-35 reactors.' 'We should announce a programme of 50 new reactors and show that we mean business on the ground and not just announcements.'

Do you want to study in New Zealand?

Do you want to study in New Zealand?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2019

From college intake to visa guidelines, here's everything you'll need to know before signing up for a course in New Zealand.