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Congratulate Microsoft's India-born CEO Satya Nadella

Congratulate Microsoft's India-born CEO Satya Nadella

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

Nadella's journey, from being a Hyderabad boy to possibly helming one of the world's biggest technology companies is what dreams are made of.

How Sangh plans to 'decolonise' education

How Sangh plans to 'decolonise' education

Rediff.com19 Apr 2017

The RSS realises that with a majority BJP government at the Centre and in several states, now was the best time to undermine and perhaps outdo the Congress-Left 'stranglehold' over campuses and young minds.

Want to remain Muslim, stay with husband, says Hadiya

Want to remain Muslim, stay with husband, says Hadiya

Rediff.com20 Feb 2018

In an affidavit filed before the top court, 25-year-old Hadiya also said that she had married Shafin Jahan on her own and sought the court's permission to "live as his wife".

These are the first-time ministers in Modi Sarkar 2.0

These are the first-time ministers in Modi Sarkar 2.0

Rediff.com30 May 2019

Here's a list of the full first-time ministers in the second term of the Narendra Modi government.

SC's Aadhaar verdict opens up UIDAI to legal suits

SC's Aadhaar verdict opens up UIDAI to legal suits

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

'People, whose sensitive information has been leaked by State agencies or companies having license from UIDAI to access the Aadhaar database, can file suits, collectively or individually.'

Such things shouldn't happen to senior officials: CJI on Devyani row

Such things shouldn't happen to senior officials: CJI on Devyani row

Rediff.com19 Dec 2013

With India locked in a face-off with the United States over the arrest of senior diplomat Devyani Khobragade, Chief Justice of India P Sathasivam on Thursday said such things should not happen to high-level officials.

How Pakistan surrendered in 1971

How Pakistan surrendered in 1971

Rediff.com16 Dec 2020

'You have been surrounded from all directions, if you want the safety of your troops and your personal safety, we will give you eight hours to make up your mind to surrender.'

96-yr-old RSS veteran Balraj Madhok dies

96-yr-old RSS veteran Balraj Madhok dies

Rediff.com2 May 2016

In 1951, he was the convener of the first convention of Bharatiya Jana Sangh and was appointed the national secretary. In 1966, he was elected as the national president of Bharatiya Jana Sangh.

'India needs out-of-the-box thinkers'

'India needs out-of-the-box thinkers'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

'Every educational institution should have incubating centres so that students will get exposed to entrepreneurship early.'

Mumbai's Tireless COVID-19 Warrior

Mumbai's Tireless COVID-19 Warrior

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

'These are challenging times and we get energised by that.' 'I don't feel that 'I am tired now and I should relax', because even if someone calls us at 12 o'clock I have to answer his call.'

Meet Atishi, Kejriwal's brain trust

Meet Atishi, Kejriwal's brain trust

Rediff.com3 Sep 2018

The AAP leader, who has been recently in the news for supposedly dropping her second name, has been active in reforming the education and health sector.

'PM Modi's Silicon Valley visit will inspire GenNext to dream big'

'PM Modi's Silicon Valley visit will inspire GenNext to dream big'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

Ankit Fadia talks to Prasanna Zore about his roles and responsibilities as a brand ambassador of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Digital India' programme

Assam continues to burn, 2 die in police firing, DGP's car attacked

Assam continues to burn, 2 die in police firing, DGP's car attacked

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

Anti-CAB protests intensify in Guwahati even as the PM appealed for calm, assuring the people of the state that the govt will protect their interests.

Mufti Sayeed: The suave politician with an astute political sense

Mufti Sayeed: The suave politician with an astute political sense

Rediff.com7 Jan 2016

A man of perseverance and great survivor, Mufti Mohammed Sayeed had an astute political sense honed by decades of experience in Kashmir politics that has stood him in good stead in crafting a delicate alliance with Bharatiya Janata Party to return as chief minister for the second time.

Hear Modi for Rs 5: Market discovers true value, says Cong

Hear Modi for Rs 5: Market discovers true value, says Cong

Rediff.com16 Jul 2013

Congress on Tuesday took a dig at the Bharatiya Janata Party for its move to charge Rs 5 per ticket for attending Narendra Modi's public meeting in Hyderabad, saying it shows the "true value" of the Gujarat chief minister.

Why a 'Mughal prince' stakes claim to the Babri Masjid

Why a 'Mughal prince' stakes claim to the Babri Masjid

Rediff.com20 Nov 2017

'Prince' Yakub Habeebuddin Tucy likes to introduce himself as a great-great grandson of Bahadur Shah Zafar.

The brightest Indian-American stars in the US

The brightest Indian-American stars in the US

Rediff.com18 Sep 2018

Indian Americans are not just shining in the fields of technology, education and management. You can now spot them every where... in politics, in research, in the movies and even on YouTube, says Ignatius Chithelen.Indian Americans are not just shining in the fields of technology, education and management. You can now spot them every where... in politics, in research, in the movies and even on YouTube, says Ignatius Chithelen.

Who's afraid of #metoo

Who's afraid of #metoo

Rediff.com18 Oct 2018

'#metoo has put front and centre an issue that society has suppressed for far too long,' says Kanika Datta.

Rajnath Singh takes charge as Union home minister

Rajnath Singh takes charge as Union home minister

Rediff.com29 May 2014

Rajnath Singh, under whose stewardship the Bharatiya Janata Party has stormed to power with its highest-ever tally, took charge as the Union home minister.

Ravi Shastri, Indian Cricket's Mr Indispensable

Ravi Shastri, Indian Cricket's Mr Indispensable

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

'In the merry-go-round of Indian cricket, amid abhorrent match-fixing scandals and incessant politicking, Ravi Shastri is a multifaceted personality who, when called upon, can don any hat with ease.'

FULL TEXT: President's address to Parliament

FULL TEXT: President's address to Parliament

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Here's the full text of President Ram Nath Kovind's customary address to the joining sitting of Parliament on the first day of the budget session.

Obama nominates Vince Chhabria to US District Court

Obama nominates Vince Chhabria to US District Court

Rediff.com26 Jul 2013

United States President Barack Obama created another historic moment for the Indian American community Thursday by nominating Vince Girdhari Chhabria, 43, to become a federal judge on the US District Court for the Northern District of California. If confirmed, Chhabria will be the first person of South Asian descent to ever serve as an Article III judge in California's history.

JNU fees hike: Why the students are so angry

JNU fees hike: Why the students are so angry

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

'Once our voices are crushed, they can bring in an agenda of privatisation.'

Vyapam: Whistle-blower transferred, SC allows SIT to file chargesheets

Vyapam: Whistle-blower transferred, SC allows SIT to file chargesheets

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

A whistle-blower in Madhya Pradesh's Vyapam scam was transferred even as the Supreme Court on Monday allowed the SIT and STF of the state to file chargesheets in the cases.

Doctors stir: HC orders judicial probe, transfer of cops

Doctors stir: HC orders judicial probe, transfer of cops

Rediff.com5 Mar 2014

Stepping in to end the deadlock over doctors' strike against attack on their colleagues, Allahabad high court on Wednesday ordered a judicial probe and directed the Uttar Pradesh government to transfer the senior superintend of police, Kanpur, Yashaswi Yadav, and other officials involved in the February 28 incident.

Delhi woman tops civil services exam; J-K boy gets second rank

Delhi woman tops civil services exam; J-K boy gets second rank

Rediff.com10 May 2016

Delhi-based Jasmeet Singh Sandhu, an Indian Revenue Service officer, has secured third position in the test.

Sreexit and After

Sreexit and After

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

'Success comes only to those who dare and act,' says proud father Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Don't regret holding presser, says Justice J Chelameswar

Don't regret holding presser, says Justice J Chelameswar

Rediff.com22 Jun 2018

The SC judge, who retired on Friday, also disapproved the Centre's decision not to elevate Justice K M Joseph to the Supreme Court, terming the action as "not sustainable".

Maharashtra: IMA calls off strike, but no clarity on 4,500 resident doctors

Maharashtra: IMA calls off strike, but no clarity on 4,500 resident doctors

Rediff.com24 Mar 2017

The Indian Medical Association rolls back their support but it is not known as yet if the resident doctors too would follow the suit.

Questions the media NEEDS to ask Smriti Irani

Questions the media NEEDS to ask Smriti Irani

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

Prominent journalists have been giving the HRD minister a hall pass, asking her about politics and TRP-generating issues rather than focusing on her visions for the country's education sector.

Silence, suspend, arrest is Modi mantra for achche din: Rahul on FTII row

Silence, suspend, arrest is Modi mantra for achche din: Rahul on FTII row

Rediff.com19 Aug 2015

Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday slammed the government over the arrest of protesting Film and Television Institute of India students, telling Prime Minister Narendra Modi that they are not criminals.

How festering issues led to shutdown of a university

How festering issues led to shutdown of a university

Rediff.com16 Dec 2013

Madurai Kamaraj University in Tamil Nadu, which has been rocked by student protests over the last few days, closed down two days ago. A Ganesh Nadar visits the campus to find out what went wrong.

Starting a new job? Dos and don'ts

Starting a new job? Dos and don'ts

Rediff.com27 Jul 2015

Take initiative, do not abuse resources and always be punctual.

Why I support Gajendra Chauhan as FTII chief

Why I support Gajendra Chauhan as FTII chief

Rediff.com15 Jul 2015

The opposition to Gajendra Chauhan's appointment has more to do with his background and less with anything else, feels Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Adobe ropes in Abhay Parasnis as CTO & senior VP

Adobe ropes in Abhay Parasnis as CTO & senior VP

Rediff.com22 Jul 2015

Adobe has roped in industry veteran Abhay Parasnis to head the firm's technology strategy, particularly its cloud portfolio, reports Ritu Jha.

CAs, bankers in a rush to pass insolvency exam

CAs, bankers in a rush to pass insolvency exam

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

Test on lines of IIT-JEE

Mr Verma comes to India

Mr Verma comes to India

Rediff.com30 Dec 2014

Richard Rahul Verma, the first Indian American to serve as US Ambassador to New delhi, quips that surviving the first month in India is his first goal.

'The People of India are batting for the Idea of India'

'The People of India are batting for the Idea of India'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

'The people of India have not only challenged the ruling dispensation with the constitution, they have also opened the eyes of the leadership that sits in the Opposition.'

From Google to SoftBank, Nikesh Arora's amazing journey so far

From Google to SoftBank, Nikesh Arora's amazing journey so far

Rediff.com15 May 2015

Under Nikesh Arora's leadership, SoftBank has made several investments in India in a short span.

FAQ: What is the Vyapam scam?

FAQ: What is the Vyapam scam?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

The Madhya Pradesh Professional Examination Board scam, most commonly known by its Hindi acronym as the 'Vyapam scam' has been in the headlines on and off throughout the year.