News for 'XII'

In Pakistan, Allah smiles upon Lt Gen Asif Ghafoor

In Pakistan, Allah smiles upon Lt Gen Asif Ghafoor

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

as journalists active in Pakistani media have been quick to point out, with Ghafoor at the helm in Balochistan, no one will take seriously any claims by the civilian leadership to use the velvet glove to work for peace there, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.He did not hesitate to pejorate developments in India at the slightest opportunity, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

Former Pope Benedict XVI passes away at 95

Former Pope Benedict XVI passes away at 95

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

Pope Benedict passed away two days after Pontiff Francis asked to pray for the "very sick" former Pope

Neal Mohan, a shy student who is now YouTube boss

Neal Mohan, a shy student who is now YouTube boss

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

What does Neal Mohan, anointed the next CEO of YouTube, have in common with Sir Cliff Richard? They are alumni of St Francis' College. Mohan, who will take over the reins of the social media platform, is arguably the second most high-profile personality after the British music icon to be associated with the all-boys institution ensconced in the heart of Lucknow.

83% of newly elected MLAs in Gujarat are crorepatis, says report

83% of newly elected MLAs in Gujarat are crorepatis, says report

Rediff.com11 Dec 2022

The study showed the ruling BJP has 132 crorepati MLAs, followed by 14 of the Congress, all three Independents, and one each of the Aam Aadmi Party and the Samajwadi Party.

No SSC, HSC exams before May 2021: Maha govt

No SSC, HSC exams before May 2021: Maha govt

Rediff.com6 Nov 2020

'The current situation of coronavirus is likely to last for a longer period'

PHOTOS: French Open (Day XII)

PHOTOS: French Open (Day XII)

Rediff.com8 Jun 2012

Maria Sharapova enjoyed a double celebration on Thursday as she reclaimed the world number one tennis ranking after blowing away Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova 6-3, 6-3 to reach her maiden French Open final.

Jharkhand guv returns Prevention Mob Lynching Bill with 2 objections

Jharkhand guv returns Prevention Mob Lynching Bill with 2 objections

Rediff.com18 Mar 2022

Sharing the list of objections, an official who did not wish to be quoted, said the bill was returned on Wednesday highlighting the mismatch between the Hindi and English versions of the Bill and the need to reconsider the definition of 'mob.'

'Intransigence': India issues notice to Pak for modification of Indus Waters Treaty

'Intransigence': India issues notice to Pak for modification of Indus Waters Treaty

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

The sources said India has always been a steadfast supporter and a responsible partner in implementing the IWT in letter and spirit.

Vedantu gives pink slips to 385 employees in 3rd round of layoffs this year

Vedantu gives pink slips to 385 employees in 3rd round of layoffs this year

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

Edtech unicorn Vedantu has laid off 385 employees, nearly 11.6 per cent of the company workforce, according to sources. This move is being seen as part of a drive in the edtech sector towards profitability via cost-savings and consolidation, as funds dry up, they said. The Bengaluru-based firm has laid off over 1,100 employees (both full-time and contractual), so far, this year.

How to Crack JEE in 30 Days

How to Crack JEE in 30 Days

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

Keep in mind that JEE Main is all about speed and accuracy, advises Nitin Arora.

Class XII exams: Maths = nightmares?

Class XII exams: Maths = nightmares?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2007

For those who have conquered the fundamentals, all they need now is practice. For those, who haven't the tips given below could benefit you.

Poll-bound U'khand bans political rallies till Jan 16

Poll-bound U'khand bans political rallies till Jan 16

Rediff.com8 Jan 2022

Covid cases have been constantly on the rise in Uttarakhand with single-day cases crossing 800 mark on Friday after several months.

How to get an IIT degree without clearing JEE

How to get an IIT degree without clearing JEE

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

The last date to apply for the September 2022 term of the programme is August 19, 2022.

Why's Pak Army Chief Shuffling Generals?

Why's Pak Army Chief Shuffling Generals?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

Significantly, these 12 officers would form a major part of the team that the new army chief will inherit, observes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W, India's external intelligence agency.

Post Class XII: BBA, BMM, or BCA?

Post Class XII: BBA, BMM, or BCA?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2011

Don't despair if you don't get admission into a professional programme. Here's a guide to choose a graduate programme that will help your career.

Get an MBA after Class XII

Get an MBA after Class XII

Rediff.com20 Feb 2007

NMIMS School of Pharmacy and Technology Management invites students to join its MBA (Pharm Tech) and B Pharm programmes.

CBSE notifies Class 12 evaluation policy, results by July 31

CBSE notifies Class 12 evaluation policy, results by July 31

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Thursday notified its policy for evaluation of Class 12 students which will be based on a combination of marks scored in classes 10, 11 and pre-board exams and informed the results will be declared by July 31.

CBSE Class XII results: Girls outshine boys again

CBSE Class XII results: Girls outshine boys again

Rediff.com27 May 2013

This year 88 per cent gals cleared the exam against 78 per cent boys.

Punjab governor cancels AAP's special assembly session after BJP, Congress object

Punjab governor cancels AAP's special assembly session after BJP, Congress object

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

Punjab Governor Banwarilal Purohit on Wednesday thwarted the Aam Aadmi Party government's plan to summon a special assembly session to bring in a confidence motion.

Disastrous Decisions, Achievements: Pervez Musharraf's Mixed Legacy

Disastrous Decisions, Achievements: Pervez Musharraf's Mixed Legacy

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

Learning perhaps from the Kargil debacle, Musharraf tried hard to evolve as a statesman in his dealings with India, recalls Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.

CBSE announces special assessment scheme for 2022

CBSE announces special assessment scheme for 2022

Rediff.com5 Jul 2021

As per an official order by Joseph Emmanuel, Director (Academic), CBSE, the term one exams will be held in November-December, 2021 while the second term exams will be conducted in March-April, 2022.

Worried about Class XII exams? Here's help

Worried about Class XII exams? Here's help

Rediff.com1 Feb 2007

Experts say there is still enough time to study for your Class XII exams if you start right away.

Kerala diocese sparks row with 'love jihad' handbook; expresses regret

Kerala diocese sparks row with 'love jihad' handbook; expresses regret

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

The Thamarassery Diocese, under the prominent Syro Malabar Church, has published the book with controversial content for the catechism study of students belonging to classes X to XII.

Parents separate Kerala lesbian couple, HC reunites them

Parents separate Kerala lesbian couple, HC reunites them

Rediff.com31 May 2022

The Kerala high court on Tuesday reunited a lesbian-couple who had been separated by their parents who did not approve of the relationship.

Delhi imposes strict curbs after surge in Covid cases

Delhi imposes strict curbs after surge in Covid cases

Rediff.com11 Apr 2021

Prohibition of all types of gatherings, reduced size of weddings and funerals, running of public transport at half seating capacity and scaled down presence in government offices were some of the restrictions imposed by the Delhi government on Saturday amid a surge in COVID-19 cases.

What Pakistan Army Reshuffle Means

What Pakistan Army Reshuffle Means

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

The timing of these transfers, while being projected as routine, is significant in both strategic and political terms, asserts Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

Goodbye old Parliament House, hello new Sansad Bhavan!

Goodbye old Parliament House, hello new Sansad Bhavan!

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

The new Parliament building, whose foundation was laid in December 2020 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is being constructed in its vicinity and the work is expected to be completed before the Winter Session.

Will Partha's arrest in SSC scam impact Mamata?

Will Partha's arrest in SSC scam impact Mamata?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

After the Trinamool's overwhelming majority in the West Bengal assembly elections last year, the SSC scam has given fresh ammunition to the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Communist Party of India-Marxist. Ishita Ayan Dutt reports.

ICSE, ISC results declared; girls outshine boys

ICSE, ISC results declared; girls outshine boys

Rediff.com18 May 2015

In the results that were declared today, girls did marginally better in class X examination with a pass percentage of 98.95 per cent as opposed to 98.12 per cent in case of boys.

Class X, XII students say: Give us a break!

Class X, XII students say: Give us a break!

Rediff.com12 Apr 2011

Board exams, summer jobs, activities, art -- it certainly doesn't look like summer vacation is a vacation for pre-college teens any longer!

TN assembly okays bill to exempt state from NEET

TN assembly okays bill to exempt state from NEET

Rediff.com13 Sep 2021

The Bills adopted in 2017 for the same purpose during the AIADMK regime did not get the President's assent.

TN sees second NEET-related death in two days

TN sees second NEET-related death in two days

Rediff.com14 Sep 2021

A girl who appeared for NEET and aspired to pursue medical education died by suicide at a village in Ariyalur District, the second such death within two days in Tamil Nadu, with the incident seeing a repeat of the main opposition AIADMK hitting out at the DMK regime, while chief minister M K Stalin on Tuesday vowed to continue the legal fight to remove the test.

Stalin toughens stand against NEET, writes to 12 CMs seeking support

Stalin toughens stand against NEET, writes to 12 CMs seeking support

Rediff.com4 Oct 2021

Tamil Nadu chief minister M K Stalin has written to his counterparts in 11 non-BJP ruled states and Goa, seeking their support to oppose the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test and restore 'the primacy of states' in education, the government said on Monday.

Pak army chief promotes four major generals

Pak army chief promotes four major generals

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

These promotions will allow General Bajwa to shuffle the deck on the top, but this is likely to be a limited reshuffle, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

A big reshuffle of Pakistan's generals

A big reshuffle of Pakistan's generals

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

Keeping trusted men in key positions at Lahore, Rawalpindi and Peshawar has become vital for Bajwa, notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing, India's external intelligence agency.

Why Bajwa did not shift ISI chief

Why Bajwa did not shift ISI chief

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

Despite persisting questions among peer officers in the army about his professional competence and ethics, after his recent 'triumphal' Kabul sojourn, Faiz Hameed remains the hot favourite of both General Bajwa and Prime Minister Imran Khan, notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing.

Visually disabled girl beats odds, scores 96.6%

Visually disabled girl beats odds, scores 96.6%

Rediff.com29 May 2017

Dharshana suffers from microcornea which has rendered her right eye almost a 'nil vision' and the left one a partial vision.

My Dada Sunil Gavaskar

My Dada Sunil Gavaskar

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

To watch Dada standing on the steps of the airplane ladder with a glittering trophy in hand was exhilarating, recalls Hemant Kenkre.

President Pranab turns teacher for a day

President Pranab turns teacher for a day

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

President Pranab Mukherjee donned the hat of a teacher on Friday and gave lessons in Political History to XI and XII graders of a Delhi school on the eve of Teachers Day.

Keeping up with the boards

Keeping up with the boards

Rediff.com1 Feb 2016

Students are both bored and burnt out by the time the actual board exams show up.