A human trafficking racket spanning multiple states has been busted with the arrest of three persons in connection with the sale of a young girl from Meghalaya and her forced marriage in Rajasthan. Several other young women from the Northeast are believed to have met the same fate.
'10 million Indians are currently living with dementia, and the number is expected to double by 2036.'
'He knew the world's eyes were on him, and he had to speak directly to the fears that immigrants in New York feel right now.'
A student in Kerala has been transferred to a new school after a controversy erupted over her wearing a hijab at St Rita's Public School. The parents cited stress on their daughter and lack of communication from the school as reasons for the transfer.
Instead of just saying 'I don't want to get married,' try explaining your perspective in a way they can understand, recommends rediffGURU Kanchan Rai.
Your partner's Instagram follower count is not a red flag in itself, says rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO, Quack Quack, an online dating website.
Stay firm yet respectful, and over time, they will have to adjust, advises rediffGURU Kanchan Rai, founder of the Let Us Talk Foundation.
Eighteen-year-old Adarsh Kumar from India, who founded Skillzo, a skill-building and mentorship start-up for less privileged students, is the winner of the Chegg Global Student Prize this year.
'For us, it's not always about chasing revenue. It's about sustaining happiness and energy, because that's what drives long-term growth.'
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry to Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar M Yaghi for their pioneering work in the development of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), Al Jazeera reported.
Parents of students were incensed over the abrupt closure of FIITJEE centres in Noida and Ghaziabad, demanding government intervention and refunds. FIITJEE founder D K Goyal and 11 others were booked after several of its centres in Delhi-NCR shut down abruptly, the Noida Police said. Parents reported paying lakhs of rupees in fees and expressed concerns about the future of their children's education. The police launched a probe in Delhi after allegations of fraudulent practices and mismanagement at the FIITJEE's East Delhi centre.
Hindi Diwas was observed across India with leaders emphasizing Hindi's role as a unifying factor and the need to enrich all Indian languages. Events were held in India and abroad to promote the language.
The Mumbai police, currently investigating a cyber slavery case involving five individuals trafficked to Laos under the pretext of job offers in Thailand, arrested the prime accused on Wednesday.
'It is practical to co-exist under one roof in such a setup, but only if both partners can maintain respect, avoid conflict, and genuinely focus on the kids without bitterness.'
rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO, Quack Quack, shares expert advice on how to deal with trust issues in a marital relationship.
'This marks a turning point for Paytm, with the regulatory environment looking much clearer than it has been in the last two years.'
rediffGURU Dr Upneet Kaur suggests practical tips to communicate better with your partner.
Like it or not, the dictionary is changing in real time through trends, memes and the lived expression of digital communities.
Terror groups are using online war games to communicate with recruits in Jammu and Kashmir, bypassing traditional social media channels, officials said.
The fully funded scholarship covers 100 per cent annual fees, including meal and accommodation charges.
A teacher accused of sexually assaulting a minor student claims he expressed his love for her and addressed her as his wife. She alleges the case is fabricated by the boy's mother.
'We may rationalise that we say or do things to get those close to us on the right path.' 'The conversations could range from one's physical appearance to one's social standing or the choice of friends.' 'What we overlook is that we may cause someone deep pain while leaving them scarred for life,' notes Aarti David.
'Techies who did a master's there and moved to US companies look down on Indian companies who they consider as just doing body shopping.'
rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar, founder of Zanwar Classes, guides students on how to prepare for engineering entrance exams and secure engineering admissions.
As Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), gets ready to lay off about 12,261 employees from its global workforce this year, here's what it means for your career.
'Make your child solve his/her problems on his/her own. Let the child see parenting as a partnership between you and your child.'
A 52-year-old government school teacher from Indore, who is suffering from an excruciating bone disorder that has confined her to a wheelchair, has sought President Droupadi Murmu's permission to undergo euthanasia.
Some of the suggested strategies include making thoughtful trade-offs between career choices and family responsibilities to avoid the guilt of not spending adequate time with elders and children at home; resisting the pressure to be a 'superwoman' by trying to manage everything alone; demanding, negotiating, and selecting jobs with flexible working hours; exploring work-from-home options; choosing an appropriate time for a career break; upskilling to re-enter the workforce after a break; and communicating openly with family members -- including spouse and in-laws -- about the support needed to grow professionally and the challenges faced at work, highlights N Ravichandran.
Former Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud addresses the controversy surrounding his continued stay at his official residence after retirement, citing his daughters' medical needs and ongoing efforts to move to suitable accommodation.
'I was motivated to do something better -- to improve my life and my parents' lives.'
rediffGURU Pradeep Pramanik, career coach, placement consultant and director of Fast Track Career Consultants, shares useful tips to land your dream job while you're still in college.
This is important because he is to be seen as a sure winner before criss-crossing the state to campaign for candidates of the party or an alliance, highlights N Sathiya Moorthy.
'It's been five days now since I made the last video call to her. It's a terrible state for a mother to be in'
When specifically asked about the reason for the crash and whether Air India is privy to any preliminary findings, Chandrasekaran said, "One would have to wait for the probe to conclude."
'Please don't worry about casualties. It is a professional hazard beyond our control,' wrote Kargil Hero Major Padmapani Acharya in his last letter from the battlefield.
'The earlier a child is given a smartphone, the worst it becomes when they are 17, 18.' 'Every year you delay in giving a smartphone to child, the outcome becomes better.' 'The behavioural changes that are very specific to smartphones are aggression and anger.'
India's Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and three other astronauts on Thursday reached the International Space Station as the Dragon spacecraft docked with the orbital laboratory.
As pipes played and ceremonial commands echoed across the parade ground, a subtle but sharp undertone ran beneath the pride -- the knowledge that these young men may soon be called to act in a world where real-time threats blur the lines between battlefield and cyberspace.
rediffGURU Dr Upneet Kaur tells you how to tackle a well-meaning but intrusive family member.
Macrotech Developers will continue to use the 'Lodha' brand while the younger brother will continue to operate under 'House of Abhinandan Lodha' brand, as per the agreements between the two brothers under the guidance of their parents.
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