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GRE Quant comparison: Strategies & practice

GRE Quant comparison: Strategies & practice

Rediff.com22 Nov 2007

Quant comparison is the most interesting and possibly the highest scoring section in the GRE quant section. Here are some parctice questions.

Cops rope in AI tech to trace Deshmukh attackers; 4 booked for murder bid

Cops rope in AI tech to trace Deshmukh attackers; 4 booked for murder bid

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

The former minister, who received injuries during the attack, was immediately rushed to the Katol Civil Hospital, police said.

'Poorly designed': ICMR on BHU Covaxin safety study

'Poorly designed': ICMR on BHU Covaxin safety study

Rediff.com20 May 2024

The method of data collection has a high risk of bias, the ICMR DG said.

49.9% New MPs In 2019

49.9% New MPs In 2019

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Nearly half of the MPs elected in the 2019 general elections in India were first-timers.

Aditya-L1 to study how Earth's climate will change in upcoming centuries

Aditya-L1 to study how Earth's climate will change in upcoming centuries

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Scientists expect to get new information about the past, present and future of the Sun after analysing the data that will be collected by India's first solar mission Aditya-L1, scheduled to be launched by Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on September 2.

COVID-19 death toll in India 8 times more than official: Study

COVID-19 death toll in India 8 times more than official: Study

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

In India, 11.9 lakh excess deaths occurred in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, 17 per cent higher compared to 2019, an international study has found.

India now 3rd-largest domestic airline market; capacity doubles in 10 yrs

India now 3rd-largest domestic airline market; capacity doubles in 10 yrs

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

India is the third-largest domestic airline market in the world, up from number five position a decade ago, according to analysis based on OAG data. The data shows India's domestic airline capacity doubling in a decade from 7.9 million in April 2014 to 15.5 million in April 2024. In reaching the third slot, India has replaced Brazil (pushed to fourth place with 9.7 million) and Indonesia (relegated to fifth in the rankings with 9.2 million).

North India sees quick transition from winter to summer-like conditions

North India sees quick transition from winter to summer-like conditions

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

The analysis revealed abrupt changes in temperatures occurring in late winter across north India.

Do you have strong analytical skills?

Do you have strong analytical skills?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2005

Dell Inc is recruiting Business Analysts.

Gold imports doubled to record high of $10.06 bn in August

Gold imports doubled to record high of $10.06 bn in August

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Gold imports more than doubled in August to a record high of $10.06 billion, mainly on account of a drastic cut in customs duty and ongoing festive demand, according to the Commerce Ministry data. Gold imports stood at $4.93 billion in August 2023. On record high imports, Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal said that the tariff rates on gold have been reduced drastically so that smuggling and other activities can come down.

'Euphoria In SMID Stocks Couldn't Have Lasted Forever'

'Euphoria In SMID Stocks Couldn't Have Lasted Forever'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

'Retail investors, who had not seen such a massive correction in the SMID universe since COVID-19, are witnessing something like this for the first time. Panic profit booking may continue.'

Why Promoters Are Cutting Stake In Companies

Why Promoters Are Cutting Stake In Companies

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

'This trend will continue as long as the bull run continues.'

Crorepati Candidates And Moveable Assets

Crorepati Candidates And Moveable Assets

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

Moveable assets accounted for 46 per cent of the wealth of the 10 richest candidates in the first phase of the 2024 elections.

Rajnath's military mantra: Synergised, swift, proportionate response

Rajnath's military mantra: Synergised, swift, proportionate response

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday called upon the top military brass to analyse the conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza as well as the current situation in Bangladesh to "predict" any future problems and stay prepared to deal with the "unexpected".

Preliminary data shows Vaxzevria booster works against Omicron: AstraZeneca

Preliminary data shows Vaxzevria booster works against Omicron: AstraZeneca

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

The study also noted that the booster dosage of the company's COVID-19 vaccine Vaxzevria also increased the immune response to Beta, Delta, Alpha and Gamma SARS-CoV-2 variants.

RBI recognises FACE as fintech SRO

RBI recognises FACE as fintech SRO

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recognised the Fintech Association for Consumer Empowerment (FACE) as a self-regulatory organisation (SRO) in the fintech sector, the central bank announced on Wednesday. The banking regulator received three applications for fintech SRO. Of the remaining two applications, one has been returned by the RBI with a provision for resubmission after meeting specific requirements, while the third application is still under examination, said Governor Shaktikanta Das at the Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai.

RBI seen warming up for a neutral shift in stance

RBI seen warming up for a neutral shift in stance

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

With concern on food inflation ebbing with the monsoon progressing well, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is warming up to the idea of a change in stance to "neutral" from "withdrawal of accommodation", according to economists. In his speech on Thursday during the annual event of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry-Indian Banks' Association, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das said: "The balance between inflation and growth is well-poised."

Just Starting Your Career? 10 Useful Tips

Just Starting Your Career? 10 Useful Tips

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Investing the time and resources needed to acquire new skill sets and sharpen existing ones will enable you to stay relevant and make you more employable, says Ankit Aggarwal, founder and CEO of Unstop.

River Seine's suitability questioned for Paris games

River Seine's suitability questioned for Paris games

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

Pollution levels in the Seine have raised health concerns for athletes participating in swimming events

Electoral Bonds Saw Landscape Shift

Electoral Bonds Saw Landscape Shift

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

Key individual parties have cornered a larger share, with some favouring regional and others national players.

Bareilly's suspected serial killer held, admits to strangling 6 women

Bareilly's suspected serial killer held, admits to strangling 6 women

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Kumar was apprehended with the help of sketches and CCTV camera footage, senior superintendent of police Anurag Arya said.

Waqf Property Income Falls 99%

Waqf Property Income Falls 99%

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

In FY24, the net income generated from Waqf properties fell to about Rs 1.26 crore from Rs 150 crore in FY20.

Mutual funds plan distinguished new fund offerings for FY24

Mutual funds plan distinguished new fund offerings for FY24

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

Mutual funds (MFs) are lining up distinguished new fund offerings (NFOs) for the next financial year to win over investors after a lukewarm response to product launches in the 2022-23 financial year (FY23). NFOs drew a lukewarm response in FY23 as launches were mostly in the passive debt space, which has a comparatively lower popularity among retail investors. The limited launches in equity space also failed to rake in huge sums due to subdued investor sentiments in a volatile market.

'Electoral Bonds Biggest Scam In India'

'Electoral Bonds Biggest Scam In India'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

'There is no scope for any doubt. This was a scheme designed to enrich the ruling party.'

Software expires, central forensic lab can't examine seized phones

Software expires, central forensic lab can't examine seized phones

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Questions sent to CFSL director Rajiv Giroti and Directorate of Forensic Sciences remained unanswered.

BJP Lost 72 Seats Across 7 States

BJP Lost 72 Seats Across 7 States

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

This negated the gain of more than a dozen seats in Odisha, Madhya Pradesh and Kerala.

Diabetes Drug Linked To Vision Loss?

Diabetes Drug Linked To Vision Loss?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Study suggested that constant use of Semaglutide may be linked to development of a condition called non-arteritic ischemic optic neuropathy.

EPFO records highest net member addition of 18.75 lakh in July

EPFO records highest net member addition of 18.75 lakh in July

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

Retirement fund body EPFO has recorded the highest net member addition of 18.75 lakh in July 2023, according to the payroll data released on Wednesday. The labour ministry in a statement said that the addition of 18.75 lakh during the month is the highest since the first publishing of EPFO payroll data from April 2018 covering the period of September 2017 onwards. A growing trend has continued for the last three months with an increase of around 85,932 net members over the previous month of June 2023.

Is Health Insurance Tax Relief Coming?

Is Health Insurance Tax Relief Coming?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Full exemption for all health insurance premiums and reinsurance or a reduction in the GST rate from 18% to 5% on health insurance services is likely.

Credit card, passport details of 45 lakh flyers leaked in massive Air India data breach

Credit card, passport details of 45 lakh flyers leaked in massive Air India data breach

Rediff.com22 May 2021

Air India's passenger service system provider SITA faced a sophisticated cyberattack in February this year leading to leak of personal data of 4.5 million passengers -- which included passengers of the national carrier -- from across the world, an official statement said on Friday. Personal data -- including name, date of birth, contact information, passport information, ticket information and credit card data -- which was registered between August 11, 2011, and February 3, 2021, has been leaked of a certain number of Air India's passengers, the statement issued by the airline said. "While we and our data processor continue to take remedial actions...We would also encourage passengers to change passwords wherever applicable to ensure safety of their personal data," it said.

Earth's inner core slowing down, could change day's length: Study

Earth's inner core slowing down, could change day's length: Study

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Researchers said that the slowing down could change the length of one day on the Earth by fractions of a second.

No coffee, no exercise can kill you 60% faster: Study

No coffee, no exercise can kill you 60% faster: Study

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

Non-coffee drinkers who sat for six or more hours a day were at almost 60 per cent higher risk of dying compared to coffee drinkers sitting for less than six hours, according to a research published in the journal BioMed Central (BMC) Public Health.

Every NEET paper accounted for, social media images fake, says NTA

Every NEET paper accounted for, social media images fake, says NTA

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Stressing that every question paper has been "accounted for", the NTA said that purported images of the question paper circulating on social media have no relation with the actual paper.

Bihar prohibition helps prevent 21L intimate partner violence, finds study

Bihar prohibition helps prevent 21L intimate partner violence, finds study

Rediff.com26 May 2024

The ban is also estimated to have prevented 18 lakh men in the state from becoming overweight or obese, it said.

NMAT 2012 vs CAT 2011: A comparative analysis

NMAT 2012 vs CAT 2011: A comparative analysis

Rediff.com2 Nov 2011

Are you planning to appear for NMAT this year? The Narsee Monjee Aptitude Test conducted by Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai for admission to its MBA programmes began on October 31, 2011. Here's a first hand account of the NMAT 2012 exam.

Strong traction from new launches a positive for top realty players

Strong traction from new launches a positive for top realty players

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

The national real estate market presents an intriguing picture. Lower volumes and flat pricing serve as dampeners. Sales bookings across the top ten markets have seen 6 per cent growth year-on-year (Y-o-Y) between April and August 2024, but sales volume is down 8 per cent Y-o-Y. Unsold inventory is up.

33% of Rajya Sabha MPs face criminal cases, BJP tops

33% of Rajya Sabha MPs face criminal cases, BJP tops

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

The BJP leads with 23 percent of its 90 Rajya Sabha members having declared criminal cases against themselves.

''Growth Expected To Be 1% Below Last Year'

''Growth Expected To Be 1% Below Last Year'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

'A possible post-election growth momentum may be lost.'

Chandrayaan-3 launch delayed by 4 seconds, here is why

Chandrayaan-3 launch delayed by 4 seconds, here is why

Rediff.com29 Apr 2024

According to the Indian Situational Space Awareness Report for 2023, the nominal lift-off of the Launch Vehicle Mark-3, carrying the Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft, had to be delayed by four seconds based on the Collision on Launch Avoidance analysis.

ED raids rose by 86 times under BJP government

ED raids rose by 86 times under BJP government

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

Searches conducted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) under the anti-money laundering law rose by 86 times while arrests and attachment of assets jumped by around 25 times in the 10 years since 2014 compared to the preceding nine-year period, according to official data.