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Murder In Mahim Review: Must Watch

Murder In Mahim Review: Must Watch

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Among the many reasons to watch Murder In Mahim is that it may be a chance to wipe out -- if it is achievable by a Web series -- the air of judgment towards those who do not conform to the majority's idea of normal, asserts Deepa Gahlot.

Why AI Won't Take Your Job! upGrad Founder Explains

Why AI Won't Take Your Job! upGrad Founder Explains

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

rediffGURU Mayank Kumar, co-founder and managing director, upGrad, explains how you can skill yourself for an AI-inspired job market.

4 Tips To Communicate Well At Work

4 Tips To Communicate Well At Work

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

Communication is both a science and an art. And with a little planning and practice, everyone can play to their strengths and leverage this capability to their advantage, says Sonica Aron.

How to cope with stress at the workplace

How to cope with stress at the workplace

Rediff.com9 Feb 2009

Dr Rajesh Parikh, consulting neuropsychiatrist at Jaslok Hospital on how to cope with job-related and domestic stress and frustration.

9 Essential Skills for Data Scientists

9 Essential Skills for Data Scientists

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Data science isn't just about acquiring skills; it's also about comprehending the business context in which data science is applied.

10 things no one will tell you at your workplace

10 things no one will tell you at your workplace

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

Here are 10 things no one will tell you about workplace ethics... because they expect you to know it.

6 workplace rights every woman must know

6 workplace rights every woman must know

Rediff.com2 Mar 2016

Take charge and use these laws wisely.

Are women equal to men at the workplace?

Are women equal to men at the workplace?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2008

The Equality Commission's assessment found that the proportion of women holding key positions in British life had fallen in 12 out of the 25 categories surveyed in 2006. In politics, fewer British women now hold positions of power in Parliament and the government. It said Britain -- with just 19.3 per cent women in the House of Commons, was placed at 70th place in the world's equality league, behind such countries as Iraq, Afghanistan and China.

Is Happiness A Pipe Dream?

Is Happiness A Pipe Dream?

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

We are spoilt for choice with the buffet of options available to us, notes Aarti David.

It's Going To Get Hotter In India

It's Going To Get Hotter In India

Rediff.com22 May 2024

More than 80 per cent of Indians live in districts vulnerable to climate risks. Among these, Assam, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Bihar are the most vulnerable states to extreme climate events.

Plea in HC against govt 'obstructing' farmers' Delhi march

Plea in HC against govt 'obstructing' farmers' Delhi march

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

The Punjab and Haryana high court Tuesday issued notices to the Centre, and the states of Haryana and Punjab, on two separate petitions filed pertaining to the farmers' Delhi Chalo march.

Should I quit my job to teach underprivileged children?

Should I quit my job to teach underprivileged children?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

rediffGURU R P Yadav offers career advice on how you can improve your core skills and make the most of your talent at the workplace.

From Godrej to Tata, India Inc begins breaking the diversity mould

From Godrej to Tata, India Inc begins breaking the diversity mould

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

In a move towards gender inclusion, Tamil Nadu has partnered Godrej Consumer Products (GCPL) to offer a 5 per cent job reservation for LGBTQAI+ and people with disabilities at GCPL's upcoming fast-moving consumer goods manufacturing unit in Thiruporur in Chengalpattu district. According to industry experts and activists, while companies acknowledge transgender communities, this is the first time the entire spectrum of gender minorities, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning (one's sexual or gender identity), asexual and intersex, is receiving such a notable share of job participation in the private sector while signing memoranda of understanding with states.

How to cut generation gap at the workplace

How to cut generation gap at the workplace

Rediff.com27 Dec 2007

Most of the older staff had to take the stairs to the top, but GenNext wants the escalator.

Warring Kukis, Meitis agree on one thing: Not right time for polls

Warring Kukis, Meitis agree on one thing: Not right time for polls

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

Living separately and refusing to co-exist in future, many members of both Kukis and Meitis communities ask - why elections at this time and what difference will they make?

Hetavi, Melwyn's Amazing Love Story

Hetavi, Melwyn's Amazing Love Story

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

'Marriage brings families together and Hetavi worked hard to fit into ours without causing any kind of disruption,' says Melwyn Coelho.

How workplace creches can change the game for women workers

How workplace creches can change the game for women workers

Rediff.com13 Sep 2016

Making employers provide creche facilities would be a powerful incentive for women to stay on in the workforce rather than drop out owing to the pressure of child care, says Shuma Raha.

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.

'You've To Choose Your Battles Carefully'

'You've To Choose Your Battles Carefully'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

'If you are a strong-minded, opinionated woman, scars are inevitable.'

'Taxing Billionaires Is Not A Bad Idea'

'Taxing Billionaires Is Not A Bad Idea'

Rediff.com15 May 2024

'If we want real democracy, the economy itself will need to be democratised.'

'The Win Is Not Just For India, But For All The Women Out There'

'The Win Is Not Just For India, But For All The Women Out There'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

'If there is an artiste somewhere in India or in the world who wants to express her art, I hoped that this award would inspire them, and add meaning to their journey.'

Why women are wary of reporting misconduct at workplace

Why women are wary of reporting misconduct at workplace

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

In a world in which men still dominate the institutional landscape, gender-neutrality is as much their responsibility as women's.

Inspiring Words On Women's Day

Inspiring Words On Women's Day

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

As you raise a toast to all the wonderful women around you on the occasion of International Women's Day, we bring you inspiring words wisdom from women who are not afraid to pave their own path, step by step.

A workplace in India? This is how it will be like in 2022!

A workplace in India? This is how it will be like in 2022!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2014

The survey by consultancy firm PwC, 'Future of Work: A journey to 2022', quizzed 10,000 people across China, India, Germany, the UK and the US on the future of work and what it meant for them. 1,898 of these respondents were from India.

70 Hour Week: 'Far Too Ambitious'

70 Hour Week: 'Far Too Ambitious'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

Doctors warn that overwork is leading to lifestyle diseases like diabetes and spondylitis.

#MeToo: How to deal with sexual harassment at your workplace

#MeToo: How to deal with sexual harassment at your workplace

Rediff.com10 Oct 2018

To prevent being sexually harassed, it is important to first understand where it will happen and who your possible predators are.

Respite for Cafe Coffee Day; NCLAT sets aside insolvency proceedings

Respite for Cafe Coffee Day; NCLAT sets aside insolvency proceedings

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Coffee Day Global Ltd (CDGL) and its financial creditor IndusInd Bank have reached a settlement, following which NCLAT has set aside an insolvency order against the company which owns and operates coffee chain Cafe Coffee Day. Counsel representing CDGL and IndusInd bank on Wednesday informed the Chennai bench of National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) about the settlement and sought permission to withdraw insolvency litigations. A two-member bench comprising Justice M Venugopal and Shreesha Merla took their submissions on record and set aside the order admitting CDGL to insolvency.

Article 370: Justice Kaul suggests a reconciliation panel

Article 370: Justice Kaul suggests a reconciliation panel

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Supreme Court judge Sanjay Kishan Kaul on Monday recommended setting up of an 'impartial truth and reconciliation commission' to probe and report on human rights violations by both state and non-state actors in Jammu and Kashmir since the 1980s, saying the 'wounds need healing'.

6 Indian Teas You Must Try

6 Indian Teas You Must Try

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

From the Himalayan Butter Tea to Hyderabad's dessert-like Irani Chai, the many varieties of Indian tea are truly surprising!

When a workplace finds you. And offers you a job

When a workplace finds you. And offers you a job

Rediff.com24 Mar 2017

Start-up Belong.co uses an unconventional way of hiring that trusts more on data available on social media or tweets than the resume.

Bihar education dept bans jeans, T-shirt at work

Bihar education dept bans jeans, T-shirt at work

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

The Bihar government has asked staffers of the state education department not to wear casual outfits such as jeans and T-shirts in the office as the ongoing practice goes against the culture at workplaces.

Maharashtra cabinet nod for OPS to state employees

Maharashtra cabinet nod for OPS to state employees

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

The Maharashtra cabinet on Thursday cleared a proposal that offers an option of availing the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) to the state government employees who joined the service after November 2005.

A Toast To The Butter Man

A Toast To The Butter Man

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Among the many pearls of wisdom he bequeathed me, this one is probably the most precious: If you don't enjoy what you have created, how will anyone else? Manish Jhaveri remembers the legendary adman Sylvester daCunha.

Infosys, Microsoft ink pact to drive industry adoption of cloud

Infosys, Microsoft ink pact to drive industry adoption of cloud

Rediff.com23 Feb 2023

Indian IT services major Infosys on Thursday announced that it will expand collaboration with tech giant Microsoft to drive enterprise cloud transformation globally. According to a statement, the extended strategic collaboration between Infosys and Microsoft is expected to benefit enterprises by bringing them the best of Infosys Cobalt cloud offerings and Microsoft's cloud computing technologies, led by Azure, across the business value-chain.

100 deaths at BSE50 Companies

100 deaths at BSE50 Companies

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

74 of these fatalities were reported by 8 companies: Coal India (21), L&T (14), Vedanta (13, of which Hindustan Zinc reported 7), Tata Steel (7), Power Grid Corporation of India (7), JSW Steel (6), and ONGC (6).

The Star Gazer Stars At TIME Gala

The Star Gazer Stars At TIME Gala

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

At this year's TIME ball in New York City on Thursday, April 25, you would have run into a Coimbatore-born American scientist, looking lovely in Sabyasachi Mukherjee designer finery, who would most likely have been hanging out with Dua Lipa.

Undergrads Urge AI Integration In Courses

Undergrads Urge AI Integration In Courses

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

Among the 44 per cent of Indian students who have used Gen AI in their studies, 60 per cent say it helps them learn faster, 55 per cent say it allows them more creative use of learning, while 51 per cent say it frees up their time.

India employees ready to delegate more work to AI: Microsoft report

India employees ready to delegate more work to AI: Microsoft report

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

As artificial intelligence (AI) threatens to replace jobs, a new report from Microsoft has suggested that Indian employees are caught between a fear of losing jobs and an opportunity to reduce workload by delegating tasks to technology. Microsoft's Work Trend Index 2023 found that while 74 per cent of Indian employees are worried about AI replacing their jobs, 83 per cent would delegate as much work to it as possible, to help lessen their workloads. More than three in four Indian workers would be comfortable using AI not just for administrative tasks (86 per cent), but also for analytical work (88 per cent), and for the creative aspects of their role (87 per cent).

How To Cope When Your Partner Ghosts You

How To Cope When Your Partner Ghosts You

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

rediffGURU Anu Krishna offers advice on how to take control of your life and relationships.

Real estate sector bats for green spaces

Real estate sector bats for green spaces

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

Bengaluru recorded the highest green building stock at 140 million square feet, followed by Delhi-National Capital Region at 74 msf, and Hyderabad at 72 msf for Grade A office buildings as of September 2023.