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Why is Gen Rawat rushing with Theatre Commands?

Why is Gen Rawat rushing with Theatre Commands?

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

The tearing hurry to form theatre commands has to be replaced by a balanced and deliberate approach. We need to accept that this process will take time if executed correctly and in the best interests of the Indian armed forces, argues Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

How Ayushmann Khurrana's wife is fighting cancer

How Ayushmann Khurrana's wife is fighting cancer

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

The cancer survivor talked about the emotional struggles men face when their loved one battles the life-threatening disease.

Social networking sites don't protect your privacy

Social networking sites don't protect your privacy

Rediff.com23 Jul 2009

Furious competition between social networking sites such as Facebook and MySpace is compromising the protection of users' data, a Cambridge University study has concluded.

Airlines under CCI scanner for cargo fuel surcharge

Airlines under CCI scanner for cargo fuel surcharge

Rediff.com12 Jun 2013

The complaint was lodged by Mumbai-based Express Industry Council of India, which represented major express courier and cargo companies such as DTDC, Aramex India, Blue Dart, DHL Express, GATI and First Flight.

'Pariksha Pe Charcha': Modi tells students exam isn't everything

'Pariksha Pe Charcha': Modi tells students exam isn't everything

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

Reaching out to students across the country through the third edition of the 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' programme, the PM told them not to get demotivated by temporary setbacks. He used examples from cricket, the Chandrayaan 2 mission and his own experiences and spoke on a range of issues, including exam stress and time management.

Wanna earn some extra moolah? Tell Railways how it can grow

Wanna earn some extra moolah? Tell Railways how it can grow

Rediff.com25 Jul 2017

Contracts will be given for five years, in a transparent manner

5 ways India can solve unemployability in 2020

5 ways India can solve unemployability in 2020

Rediff.com2 Jan 2020

Poor quality of education is one of the most important reasons for high unemployment in India, says Kavita Nigam.

Cricket's alive again, but it's action minus atmosphere

Cricket's alive again, but it's action minus atmosphere

Rediff.com1 Aug 2020

'Ghost-like stands repel rather than attract audiences,' observes Ashis Ray.

CAT 2009: Getting started

CAT 2009: Getting started

Rediff.com8 Jun 2009

Siddhesh Joglekar, IIM-C alumnus, shares tips on how to crack the CAT.

'My dad never thought I'd crack the IIT-JEE'

'My dad never thought I'd crack the IIT-JEE'

Rediff.com27 May 2009

The Super 30 initiative took shape six years ago as an experiment. Today, it has exceeded all expectations.

'How I scored 98.2 percent in Class XII'

'How I scored 98.2 percent in Class XII'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2010

Antariksh Bothale, who scored 98.2 percent in Class XII in 2007, is of the belief that with proper guidance and hard work, anyone can do well in board exams. Here's his advice to students.

The lockdown has been good for Grofers

The lockdown has been good for Grofers

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

'One good thing that has come out of all this is that it shown people that online ordering is the way forward.'

How to crack India Post Payments Bank Exam

How to crack India Post Payments Bank Exam

Rediff.com2 Jan 2017

More than five lakh aspirants will take the exam on January 7 and 8, 2017.

1st T20I: Expect a 'sporting wicket' in Cuttack

1st T20I: Expect a 'sporting wicket' in Cuttack

Rediff.com19 Dec 2017

The pitch hasn't witnessed competitive cricket since then and to make matters worse, some football matches were played in the multipurpose stadium.

'Centre's COVID misgovernance is a political liability'

'Centre's COVID misgovernance is a political liability'

Rediff.com6 May 2021

'Modi is still immensely popular and, therefore, he can sustain any number of policy failures.' 'Modi himself has worn multiple faces so it would be naive to think that the Modi of 2021 will be the same Modi that will be campaigning for re-election in 2024.'

Why she said NO to reservation

Why she said NO to reservation

Rediff.com16 Feb 2017

'My parents have taught me that there is nothing more valuable than humanity.' 'I have seen poor and deserving people striving to get ahead in life and how reservation helps them.' 'At the same time I have seen rich kids with well to do parents still taking advantage of reservation.' 'I cannot be an opportunist. I cannot be a hypocrite.' 'I cannot say I believe in humanity and equality and do exactly the opposite.'

Rs 460 billion worth missiles, guns, copters okayed

Rs 460 billion worth missiles, guns, copters okayed

Rediff.com26 Aug 2018

The biggest procurement green-lighted was the Rs 217 billion purchase of 111 naval utility helicopters.

Former F1 test driver De Villota found dead

Former F1 test driver De Villota found dead

Rediff.com11 Oct 2013

Spanish Formula One test driver Maria de Villota, one of the few women to come near to competing at the top of the sport, has been found dead in a hotel in the southern Spanish city of Seville, a police spokeswoman said on Friday.

Elections will come and go, they are 'just by-products': Modi@exam pe charcha

Elections will come and go, they are 'just by-products': Modi@exam pe charcha

Rediff.com16 Feb 2018

The prime minister's "Pareeksha pe charcha", ahead of the Class 10 and 12 board examinations, was held at the Talkatora Stadium in New Delhi.

IIT-JEE: Bihar's Super 30 cracks cent percent

IIT-JEE: Bihar's Super 30 cracks cent percent

Rediff.com30 May 2008

Thirty students of Bihar's Super 30 have passed the highly competitive Indian Institute of Technology-Joint Entrance Examination (IIT-JEE) this year. It is first time that Super 30 achieved 100 percent result .The results were declared on Friday.

19-yr-old's suicide for failing to clear NEET sparks political slugfest in TN

19-yr-old's suicide for failing to clear NEET sparks political slugfest in TN

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

She left behind a note, saying that she dreamt of becoming a doctor but the questions in NEET were too difficult for her to even understand.

Why this hullabaloo about English in the UPSC test?

Why this hullabaloo about English in the UPSC test?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2014

What we need to do straightaway is to get our act together and educate children better than merely award degrees. Since English cannot be thrown away, it would be better to learn it well. The crux lies there. Lowering standards of UPSC tests is no use, says Mahesh Vijapurkar.

Why UP's new CM must improve life in the east

Why UP's new CM must improve life in the east

Rediff.com11 Mar 2017

There is nothing the young Purvanchali wants more desperately than to escape to a place with less hopelessness, and some opportunity, discovers Shekhar Gupta.

Jammu varsity tense, ABVP demands action on 'insult to national anthem'

Jammu varsity tense, ABVP demands action on 'insult to national anthem'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2017

ABVP activists alleged the students from SKUAST of Kashmir disrespected the national anthem before the start of a football match at Jammu University's ground.

Sports Shorts: Trap shooters Kynan, Prithviraj lead at WC

Sports Shorts: Trap shooters Kynan, Prithviraj lead at WC

Rediff.com15 May 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Wednesday

'You are in a crisis. You need to do things quickly'

'You are in a crisis. You need to do things quickly'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

'Unless we change and we see a change in the direction we are taking, times can only get worse.'

Compat rejects DLF plea; upholds Rs 630 cr penalty

Compat rejects DLF plea; upholds Rs 630 cr penalty

Rediff.com19 May 2014

In a setback to DLF, the competition Appellate Tribunal on Monday upheld the CCI order imposing Rs 630 crore penalty on the realty major for unfair business practices.

GRE Quant comparison: Solutions and strategies

GRE Quant comparison: Solutions and strategies

Rediff.com23 Nov 2007

Tips and tricks on how to crack quant comparison.

Cricket Buzz: Afridi criticises Pakistan selectors

Cricket Buzz: Afridi criticises Pakistan selectors

Rediff.com11 Mar 2019

Pakistan's Shahid Afridi, on Monday, criticised the national selectors for resting six senior players, including skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed, for the upcoming ODI series against Australia, saying a good outing would have boosted their confidence ahead of the World Cup.

Byju's turns profitable in 8 years, sales soar 186% in a year

Byju's turns profitable in 8 years, sales soar 186% in a year

Rediff.com31 May 2019

Valued at $5 billion, Byju's has seen growth sky rocket in the last two years on the back of mega VC top-ups.

Ministry rejects conflict of interest charge against Sushil

Ministry rejects conflict of interest charge against Sushil

Rediff.com29 Jun 2017

Rejecting allegations of conflict of interest against Sushil Kumar, the Sports Ministry on Thursday defended the star grappler's appointment as a national observer for wrestling.

Well Done, Ambassador T P Seetharam!

Well Done, Ambassador T P Seetharam!

Rediff.com31 Aug 2016

'His assignment as the Ambassador to the UAE was particularly appreciated by the Emiratis and Indians alike. He retires in a trail of glory,' says Ambassadpr T P Sreenivasan.

Swapna breaks new ground, becomes first Indian heptathlete to win Asiad gold

Swapna breaks new ground, becomes first Indian heptathlete to win Asiad gold

Rediff.com29 Aug 2018

Swapna Barman, on Wednesday created history by becoming the first Indian heptathlete to win an Asian Games gold in Jakarta, a feat he achieved despite competing with pain due to a toothache.

How to prepare for the All India Pre Medical Test

How to prepare for the All India Pre Medical Test

Rediff.com20 Apr 2015

Follow the NCERT syllabus, take up mocks, and evaluate your performance from time to time

Through to Olympics, injured Vikas, Manoj settle for bronze

Through to Olympics, injured Vikas, Manoj settle for bronze

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Assured of an Olympic berth, Indian boxer Vikas Krishan (75kg) settled for a bronze medal in the International Boxing Association's (AIBA) World Qualifying Tournament.

Wait for cheaper drugs might get longer

Wait for cheaper drugs might get longer

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

Lobby group tells USTR it has got assurance from India on compulsory licensing.

No CAs in Centre's new regulatory body for accounting professionals

No CAs in Centre's new regulatory body for accounting professionals

Rediff.com8 Mar 2018

The rules are being framed to maintain absolute transparency and fair play in investigations.

Modi's 'Make in India': A few points to ponder

Modi's 'Make in India': A few points to ponder

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

India must be seen to be continuing on the path of reducing tariff and non-tariff barriers, if it is to fulfil its ambitions to export to the rest of the world.

Trai to end cable operators' monopoly

Trai to end cable operators' monopoly

Rediff.com21 Jan 2004

The new broadcasting regulator Trai on Wednesday said it will strive to end the monopoly of cable operators by creating an atmosphere for entry of more players while regulating industry tariffs in the interim.

'How can I prepare for IIT-JEE 2015?'

'How can I prepare for IIT-JEE 2015?'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2014

It's important that you plan in advance and practice giving mock tests or test series.