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India Inc's hiring outlook for Q4 most optimistic in 8 yrs: Survey

India Inc's hiring outlook for Q4 most optimistic in 8 yrs: Survey

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

Indian employers have robust hiring intentions for the next three months, with 49 per cent of companies planning to add more staff in the January-March quarter, as employers are positive about achieving sustained post-pandemic recovery, a survey said on Tuesday. According to the latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey, hiring sentiment in India is the strongest reported in eight years, improving by five percentage points in comparison with the prior quarter and by 43 percentage points when compared with this time one year ago. The survey of 3,020 employers noted that 64 per cent expect to increase their staffing levels, 15 per cent anticipate a decrease and 20 per cent do not anticipate any change, resulting in a seasonally adjusted Net Employment Outlook of 49 per cent.

Virus Made Us Love the Internet Again

Virus Made Us Love the Internet Again

Rediff.com3 Aug 2021

The wave of enthusiasm for digital technology had faded as we'd grown more and more worried about what smartphones and social media were doing to society and to us as individuals. Now that switchback ride between hopes for the technology and fear of it seemed to have taken us on another upward path, as the virus made us fall back in love with it. Read on for an intriguing excerpt from Rory Cellan-Jones's Always On: Hope And Fear In The Social Smartphone Era.

Previous govt had no interest in building houses for poor: PM

Previous govt had no interest in building houses for poor: PM

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

On the other hand, the Yogi Adityanath government has 'completed nine lakh houses under the scheme and 14 lakh are under construction', Modi said, reeling out comparative figures.

How many firms are giving online app-based loans? Govt has no data

How many firms are giving online app-based loans? Govt has no data

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

The Reserve Bank of India has issued several warnings that the public should not fall prey to such unscrupulous activities and verify the companies offering loans online and through apps.

Mukesh Ambani to launch the ultra cheap smartphone on Sep 10

Mukesh Ambani to launch the ultra cheap smartphone on Sep 10

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani on Thursday said Jio and Google have jointly developed a power-packed and affordable smartphone 'JioPhone Next', which will be available in the market from September 10. Ambani promised that JioPhone Next will be the most affordable smartphone not just in India but globally. Speaking at RIL's annual general meeting, Ambani asserted that an ultra-affordable 4G smartphone is essential to make India '2G-mukt' (free of 2G).

3 Pilots Tested Positive For Psychotropic Substances

3 Pilots Tested Positive For Psychotropic Substances

Rediff.com27 Aug 2022

commercial airlines and air navigation service providers have to carry out random drug tests on at least 10 per cent of their flight crew and air traffic controllers every year.

Wipro's Rishad Premji bats for self-governance by social media platforms

Wipro's Rishad Premji bats for self-governance by social media platforms

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

Software major Wipro's chairman Rishad Premji on Thursday said social media platforms have integrated the world like never before and should be allowed to practice "responsive self-governance" to tackle the menace of hate and misinformation. Premji said technological developments on the digital and social media represent an incredibly powerful opportunity for betterment and the issues arising through its misuse need to be addressed immediately. "Technology, particularly digital and social media, have integrated the world as never before. "They've fostered human connections and solidarity across distances and barriers.

'Make in India for India and the world'

'Make in India for India and the world'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

'With nearly double the market share of our nearest competitor, we are shaping the digital transformation journey of close to 1,000 clients in India.'

'No SIPs. Have I missed the bus?'

'No SIPs. Have I missed the bus?'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

Omkeshwar Singh, Head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.

Why cryptocurrencies will continue to grow in India

Why cryptocurrencies will continue to grow in India

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

The future of cryptocurrencies in India appears uncertain but that has not deterred young Indians from embracing the so-called 'fourth industrial revolution' world, where interconnectivity and smart automation, much of it relying on blockchain technology, drive human civilisation. Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das has repeatedly warned of macroeconomic instability and even "serious consequences" if cryptocurrencies turn mainstream. The country's monetary authority wants a China-like total ban on crypto, not even allowing these currencies to be treated as investments. Though Parliament's website had listed the Cryptocurrency and Regulation of Official Digital Currency Bill as one seeking a total ban of cryptocurrencies in the country, it was not presented in the Winter Session. India now has the highest number of cryptocurrency investors in the world.

No electricity, no school here but kids learn with iPads!

No electricity, no school here but kids learn with iPads!

Rediff.com10 May 2016

Two young engineers educate children with iPads n remote villages.

'I want to invest 10 Lakh in ONE MF'

'I want to invest 10 Lakh in ONE MF'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

Omkeshwar Singh, Head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.

Audi's 3 mantras to set it apart from the competition

Audi's 3 mantras to set it apart from the competition

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

Audi's strategy seems to point to pushing technology to directly connect with consumers using digital platforms and marketing to synchromesh into one seamless experience, says Pavan Lall.

'That there are no surprises is a big positive'

'That there are no surprises is a big positive'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

'The fiscal pressure will be there, but the intent of the government behind this move is to spur demand and growth.'

Celebrations, joy as Droupadi Murmu becomes India's President

Celebrations, joy as Droupadi Murmu becomes India's President

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

The tribal leader, India's youngest president at 64 and the first to be born after Independence, took oath of office in the name of god to 'preserve, protect and defend the Constitution and the law'.

Schools reopen in Kerala, Karnataka, Assam with Covid regulations

Schools reopen in Kerala, Karnataka, Assam with Covid regulations

Rediff.com1 Jan 2021

Though many students attended school, with letters of consent from their parents, some chose to continue education online with their guardians anxious about the pandemic situation and the emergence of a new strain of the novel coronavirus.

Weakening Rupee? How To Neutralise Impact

Weakening Rupee? How To Neutralise Impact

Rediff.com17 May 2022

Having exposure to international funds and gold is a must for those who have foreign currency-denominated goals.

Rs 1.45 Trillion In MFs Since March 2021

Rs 1.45 Trillion In MFs Since March 2021

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

And there have been months when flows have exceeded $3 billion.

What You NEED To WIN In LIFE

What You NEED To WIN In LIFE

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

'We go through 18 years of school and college, but we lack many necessary skills.' 'The biggest lessons we need, to live life, are somehow not taught, and they are only learned on the job.' 'My intention, through my content, my books, and my start-ups, is to make college kids become life ready.'

Studying through Karaoke? This teen's fun invention

Studying through Karaoke? This teen's fun invention

Rediff.com20 Jul 2021

When the pandemic affected education, 17-year-old Arshya Gaur found a way to harness the power of technology and find a different way to bring education to her students.

India Inc goes slow on increments; hikes pay for select few

India Inc goes slow on increments; hikes pay for select few

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

While salary growth may range from a marginally positive to stagnant or even negative, the increment for some of the "super-specialised" profiles can go beyond 15%.

SHOCKING! 1 in 2 youth subject to depression, anxiety

SHOCKING! 1 in 2 youth subject to depression, anxiety

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

Half of the world's youth population are subject to anxiety or depression-causing circumstances, discovers ILO survey.

How unwanted texts affect your mental health

How unwanted texts affect your mental health

Rediff.com27 Apr 2019

Receiving unwanted texts and sexting under coercion was associated with lower self-esteem.

Consumer anxiety at highest levels since Covid outbreak

Consumer anxiety at highest levels since Covid outbreak

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

Consumer anxiety is at the highest levels since the outbreak of coronavirus pandemic in India with the less affluent most skeptical about economic outlook while a majority of consumers think their income in the next six months will be lower than the pre-COVID levels, says a latest study. As per the COVID-19 consumer sentiment research by global management consulting firm Boston Consulting group (BCG) conducted between May 23 and May 28, 2021, covering around 4,000 respondents across metros, tier I, II, III, IV and rural India, 51 per cent of consumers expected their spends over the next six months to be lower. In the last round of survey conducted from July 20 to August 2, 2020, the figure stood at 40 per cent.

9 TIPS to PROTECT Your Job

9 TIPS to PROTECT Your Job

Rediff.com18 May 2021

With the changes in the workplace, in-demand skills, flexibility and being tech-savvy will help you save your job.

Experts: Online coaching is the 'new normal'

Experts: Online coaching is the 'new normal'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2020

While online coaching has become a big hit during the lockdown, the path ahead is not easy, reports Rupesh Dutta.

Other 'Azadi Mahotsav' posters will have Nehru's image: ICHR

Other 'Azadi Mahotsav' posters will have Nehru's image: ICHR

Rediff.com29 Aug 2021

The ICHR, an autonomous body under the ministry of education, has been running a series of lectures and seminars on the theme of the Independence struggle under the 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' celebration.

Microsoft to set up largest data centre in Hyderabad

Microsoft to set up largest data centre in Hyderabad

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

Tech giant Microsoft will set up its largest and fourth data centre in India at Hyderabad with an investment outlay of over Rs 15,000 crore over a period of 15 years. "I am very happy to say today that Hyderabad will be the destination for Microsoft's largest Data Centre investment in India with an investment of over Rs 15,000 crore over a period of 15 years. "This will be one of the largest FDIs that Telangana has attracted," Telangana Minister for IT and Industries KT Rama Rao on Monday said at an event marking the announcement of Microsoft's latest data centre region in Hyderabad.

'Mutual Funds never provide guaranteed returns'

'Mutual Funds never provide guaranteed returns'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

Nikunj Saraf, Vice President Choice Wealth, answers your mutual fund queries.

7 Skills to SUCCEED in a Corporate Career

7 Skills to SUCCEED in a Corporate Career

Rediff.com26 May 2021

Every crisis throws up opportunities, and one should be resilient enough to focus on the opportunities rather than let the crisis overpower you, says Aditya Mohan Jadhav.

MF Guru: 'I want to save for retirement'

MF Guru: 'I want to save for retirement'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

Omkeshwar Singh, head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.

11 tech careers that can CHANGE your future

11 tech careers that can CHANGE your future

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

It is imperative that young aspirants consider career options that will guarantee job security -- roles that are centred around technology.

10 HOT careers for IT grads

10 HOT careers for IT grads

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

Engineering graduates specialising in artificial intelligence and machine learning can earn up to 24 lakh a year, says Saran Balasundaram, founder and CEO, HanDigital, a talent consulting firm.

Maha: Classes for std IX, X, XII to begin from July 1

Maha: Classes for std IX, X, XII to begin from July 1

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

A circular issued on Monday stated that "schools not located in red zone can commence classes of Standard 9, 10 and 12 from July 1" while "classes of 6th to 8th standards would begin from August".

No country anticipated 2nd wave; India was alert: NHA CEO

No country anticipated 2nd wave; India was alert: NHA CEO

Rediff.com1 Jul 2021

It is incorrect to say that India was complacent and did not do adequate amount of work for containment of the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic as no country was prepared for it, National Health Authority (NHA) CEO R S Sharma said on Thursday.

'Amazon In India For Next 100 Years'

'Amazon In India For Next 100 Years'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

'For all of us at Amazon, it is 'Bharat first'.' 'We are keeping the Indian customer at the centre of what we are doing.'

When Bill Gates did a U-turn on demonetisation

When Bill Gates did a U-turn on demonetisation

Rediff.com18 Nov 2016

We are certainly for digitisation. I do not have opinion about demonetisation. I still don't, says Bill Gates.

Google introduces global kids safety programme in India

Google introduces global kids safety programme in India

Rediff.com25 Aug 2021

Google on Wednesday launched its global 'Be Internet Awesome' programme for children in India in partnership with Indian comic book publisher Amar Chitra Katha to interweave critical internet safety lessons across eight Indian languages. The tech giant has also launched an enhanced Google Safety Centre in eight Indic languages as part of its efforts to step up safety of users on the internet. Google has significantly increased its resources dedicated to India's Trust Safety teams, including product policy analysts, security specialists, and user trust experts that support over 10 vernacular Indian languages, enabling its central teams to benefit from the local nuance and inputs.

Covid, economy figure in President Murmu's maiden address to nation

Covid, economy figure in President Murmu's maiden address to nation

Rediff.com14 Aug 2022

India has helped the world discover the true potential of democracy and the keyword for the country today is compassion for the downtrodden, needy and those on the margins, President Droupadi Murmu said on Sunday.

India becoming a Global Chess Superpower

India becoming a Global Chess Superpower

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

Since 2012, 44 Indians have been anointed as grandmasters -- the highest achievement in chess, points out Arvind Subramanian, economist and former chief economic adviser to the government.