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Start-ups in Solan? Tech hubs bloom in unlikely places

Start-ups in Solan? Tech hubs bloom in unlikely places

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

Many state governments are ready with policies to promote entrepreneurs, backed by funding plans

'Care': The Secret of Good Parenting

'Care': The Secret of Good Parenting

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

Care comes from a place of 'What is good for my child's development?' Care is a long-term view of the child's flourishing in life. Care is a sacred activity and it begins at home.

'We almost went bankrupt'

'We almost went bankrupt'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

'Bottomline, hairline and waistline -- you have to watch them always.'

Agnipath: Govt offers sops as violent protests continue

Agnipath: Govt offers sops as violent protests continue

Rediff.com18 Jun 2022

In Bihar, where a bandh had been called, a railway station and a police vehicle were torched, an ambulance attacked and security personnel injured in stone-pelting incidents on the fourth consecutive day of the agitation, while protesters vandalised Ludhiana railway station in Punjab and blocked roads and rail tracks in West Bengal, Haryana, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Odisha and Uttar Pradesh.

Former auto driver Eknath Shinde takes Shiv Sena to brink of crisis

Former auto driver Eknath Shinde takes Shiv Sena to brink of crisis

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

Once an auto-rickshaw driver in Thane city adjoining Mumbai, Shinde (58) quickly emerged as a key Sena leader in the Thane-Palghar region after joining politics and is known for aggressive approach towards issues of public interest.

How to write a cover letter that will get you a JOB

How to write a cover letter that will get you a JOB

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

The cover letter elaborates your intent for applying to the job, particular skills, experience, and achievements that make you the right fit.

'I took a vow to eradicate cheating from examinations'

'I took a vow to eradicate cheating from examinations'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

A bureaucrat resolves to eradicate cheating in examinations of Uttar Pradesh

Assam Accord: Govt forms 8-member panel for implementation

Assam Accord: Govt forms 8-member panel for implementation

Rediff.com2 Oct 2021

The Assam government has set up an eight-member committee to prepare a framework for implementation of all clauses of the 36-year-old Assam Accord, especially the Clause-6 report prepared by a central panel pertaining to protecting the cultural, social and linguistic identity and heritage of the indigenous people, officials said on Saturday.

Online Music Classes Hit the Right Note

Online Music Classes Hit the Right Note

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

Students made online music education possible during COVID-19, say teachers, and they will determine its future.

100 Kerala start-ups to travel to Silicon Valley

100 Kerala start-ups to travel to Silicon Valley

Rediff.com10 Feb 2015

Menlo Park Mayor Catherine Carlton is leading a 3-member team to Kerala.

Several states, UTs shut schools following Covid surge

Several states, UTs shut schools following Covid surge

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

Several states and union territories, including Maharashtra, Punjab and Delhi, have announced closure of schools or suspended classes briefly till the COVID-19 situation is further reviewed in the wake of rising cases across the country.

Kerala's strategy helped contain Covid first wave: Ex-health minister

Kerala's strategy helped contain Covid first wave: Ex-health minister

Rediff.com29 Jan 2022

The former minister said even days before the Centre issued guidelines and protocols in identifying and containing the disease, the state commenced its preparations to fight the possible outbreak of the disease.

THIS is the number of students India sent to the US

THIS is the number of students India sent to the US

Rediff.com18 Nov 2019

With 202,014 students, India sends the second largest number of foreign students to the United States, a report said.

IT professionals are well paid, they should give more to charity: Premji

IT professionals are well paid, they should give more to charity: Premji

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

'Wealthy Indians don't give as much as Americans because they believe they must leave their wealth to their children.'

Why Amit Mitra is important to Mamata

Why Amit Mitra is important to Mamata

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

No longer Bengal's finance minister, Amit Mitra, Mamata's principal chief advisor, will still advise and aid the 'chief minister and finance department on all matters relating to management of state finance', represent the 'state government in national and international events/meetings/committees' and examine 'important proposals/files and policy issues relating to financial matters referred to him for advice/views'.

TAX GURU: 'How to claim refund of excess tax on pension fund?'

TAX GURU: 'How to claim refund of excess tax on pension fund?'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

Anil Rego, CEO, Right Horizons, answers your personal income tax queries.

31 ministers join Nitish govt, RJD gets lion's share

31 ministers join Nitish govt, RJD gets lion's share

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

The new cabinet, predictably, has a sizeable number of Yadavs and Muslims, though members of other sections of the society also find a place.

Govt Must Improve Ease Of Living

Govt Must Improve Ease Of Living

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

Having a single point KYC that is automatically used across all financial and non-financial entities is a single piece of reform that should be an easy win to achieve, points out Harsh Roongta.

Full text: President Murmu's address to Parliament's Budget Session

Full text: President Murmu's address to Parliament's Budget Session

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

'Wherever in the world there is political instability, those countries are beset with severe crises today. But India is in a much better position than the rest of the world due to the decisions taken by my government in the national interest,' President Droupadi Murmu said in her address to both Houses of Parliament.

Trump administration revokes new student visa order

Trump administration revokes new student visa order

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

The announcement comes as a big relief to international students, including those from India.

Govt to use satellite imaging to demarcate borders of NE states

Govt to use satellite imaging to demarcate borders of NE states

Rediff.com1 Aug 2021

Two senior government functionaries said the task has been given to the North Eastern Space Application Centre (NESAC), a joint initiative of the Department of Space (DoS) and the North Eastern Council (NEC).

Shah, Sitharaman stand tall among ministers

Shah, Sitharaman stand tall among ministers

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

Strengthening the portfolios of the home minister and the finance minister is a message that should not be missed, points out A K Bhattacharya.

Will Voda Idea convert interest dues into equity?

Will Voda Idea convert interest dues into equity?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

Debt-ridden telecom operator Vodafone Idea is evaluating the option of converting interest dues arising out of the deferment of statutory payments into equity, a senior company official said on Monday. The company is also in talks with banks and investors for raising funds and part of the proceeds is likely to be utilised towards meeting obligations related to debt maturing this fiscal, Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL) chief financial officer Akshay Moondra said during the company's earning call. VIL MD and CEO Ravinder Takkar said the company expects to conclude fund raising plan by the end of the current financial year.

Govt's non-lapsable funds promote corruption: Ex-CAG Mehrishi

Govt's non-lapsable funds promote corruption: Ex-CAG Mehrishi

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

Former CAG Rajiv Mehrishi says Centre has held back a report he submitted to the President, to end what he called "a nightmare of accounts that militates against good governance".

Unlock 4: Religious, sports events allowed from Sep 21

Unlock 4: Religious, sports events allowed from Sep 21

Rediff.com30 Aug 2020

In a significant directive, the home ministry said that state governments shall not impose any local lockdown outside the containment zones without prior consultation with the central government.

'US Won't Pressure India On Russia'

'US Won't Pressure India On Russia'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

'Washington appears to be playing the long game, and making the argument to India that over the longer term, Russia -- sanctioned, cash-strapped, isolated by the West -- will no longer be a viable defence partner for India'

These Kashmiri teachers won't let students suffer

These Kashmiri teachers won't let students suffer

Rediff.com6 Sep 2016

With no signs of improvement in the situation in Kashmir, community schools are the only hope for students in the valley.

Punjab announces 300 units free power every month from July 1

Punjab announces 300 units free power every month from July 1

Rediff.com16 Apr 2022

The announcement was made in advertisements published by the state's information and public relations department in various newspapers on Saturday.

J-K admin denies including non-locals to voter list

J-K admin denies including non-locals to voter list

Rediff.com20 Aug 2022

The clarification was issued through an advertisement in local dailies after facing political backlash, including from parties perceived close to the government.

Bad news for poor as Mumbai clamps down on primary schools

Bad news for poor as Mumbai clamps down on primary schools

Rediff.com2 May 2016

In a major measure, Mumbai's municipal corporation has sent legal notices to 249 private primary schools asking them to shut down. The step threatens to disrupt the already inadequate educational scenario in the city, reports Hepzi Anthony.

Padding up for GST

Padding up for GST

Rediff.com25 Jul 2017

Businesses that are engaged in both taxable and non-GST supply have re-structured themselves into separate entities to avoid elaborate compliance, says Sudipto Dey.

How you can get up to Rs 7 lakh+ tax exemption

How you can get up to Rs 7 lakh+ tax exemption

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

Salaried employees get several benefits under Sections 80C, 80D, 80G and others.

Bihar BJP launches fresh attack on Nitish over central aid

Bihar BJP launches fresh attack on Nitish over central aid

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

The Nitish Kumar government in Bihar came under fresh attack on Monday from state Bharatiya Janata Party president Sanjay Jaiswal whose party seems annoyed with junior ally Janata Dal-United's shrill demands for special assistance from the Centre.

EWS quota: Govt to retain Rs 8 lakh income criteria

EWS quota: Govt to retain Rs 8 lakh income criteria

Rediff.com2 Jan 2022

The government said that the panel has recommended that family income is a "feasible criterion" for defining EWS and in the current situation, a threshold of Rs 8 lakh of annual family income seems reasonable for determining EWS.

Assembly polls in 2023 to be my last: Kumaraswamy

Assembly polls in 2023 to be my last: Kumaraswamy

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

"I have been the chief minister twice with your blessings. I have decided that the 2023 assembly election will be my last fight. It is not for me to come to power or become the chief minister," he said.

Lost Your Job? How To Get REHIRED

Lost Your Job? How To Get REHIRED

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

With accurate strategies you can create an online presence, reach out to employers and maximise your chances of getting employed.

Why BJP's Himanta Biswa Sarma called himself an 'extremist'

Why BJP's Himanta Biswa Sarma called himself an 'extremist'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2021

Labelling All India United Democratic Front chief Badruddin Ajmal as the 'enemy of Assam', state minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday asserted that he is an extremist in protecting Indian and the Assamese culture.

J-K plans mythological theme park near Vaishno Devi shrine

J-K plans mythological theme park near Vaishno Devi shrine

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

The Jammu and Kashmir administration is planning to set up India's best mythological theme park near the famous Vaishno Devi shrine in Reasi district and has sought investors for the project, officials said.

Mahatma Gandhi statue vandalised in US; India demands action

Mahatma Gandhi statue vandalised in US; India demands action

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

The statue of Gandhi, which was donated by the Indian government to the city of Davis, was installed by the city council four years ago amidst protests from anti-Gandhi and anti-India organisations.

DA case: UP Govt orders vigilance probe against Siddiqui, wife

DA case: UP Govt orders vigilance probe against Siddiqui, wife

Rediff.com8 Jul 2013

The Uttar Pradesh government on Monday ordered a vigilance probe against former Bahujan Samaj Party minister Naseemuddin Siddiqui and his wife in connection with a disproportionate assets case after Lokayukta recommendations.