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'My Father Loved Poetry And Kashmir'

'My Father Loved Poetry And Kashmir'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

To share your Father's Day story (Father's Day will be celebrated on Sunday, June 16), just mail us at getahead@rediff.co.in (subject: Father's Day) along with your name, the place where you live, your father's name and picture and your message about him.

'Making A Film Is Like Going To War'

'Making A Film Is Like Going To War'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

'I promise you, you've never seen her do anything like this.' 'It is a complete reinvention of Janhvi Kapoor.'

8 Tips To Make Learning FUN for Kids

8 Tips To Make Learning FUN for Kids

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

By incorporating creativity into academics using items you already have at home and encouraging exploration, you can make the learning journey not only enjoyable but also memorable.

School director arrested for molesting girl student

School director arrested for molesting girl student

Rediff.com16 Dec 2013

The director of a private school has been arrested for allegedly molesting an 18-year-old girl student in Jobner town in Jaipur, the police said on Monday.

Srikanth Review: Flimsy Biopic

Srikanth Review: Flimsy Biopic

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Rajkummar Rao does the best with what he is given and he ably elevates the generic story-telling. Too bad that his performance remains the only takeaway from such an inspiring real-life story, notes Mayur Sanap.

The Busiest Firang Actor In India

The Busiest Firang Actor In India

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

'There have been and will continue to be, so many captivating stories in colonial India.' 'Obviously, most of the white people were British, so if I am going to take on a role in a film set in one of the most turbulent periods of Indian history, then it only stands to reason that my character would be of British descent.' 'But that doesn't mean all my roles are negative.'

IIM amendment bill proposing powers to Prez triggers autonomy debate

IIM amendment bill proposing powers to Prez triggers autonomy debate

Rediff.com30 Jul 2023

The bill to amend the IIM Act of 2017 was introduced in the Lok Sabha last Friday amid disruptions by opposition members over the Manipur violence issue.

When Modi Met G20 Leaders...

When Modi Met G20 Leaders...

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

With the backdrop of the famous wheel from the Konark Sun temple in Odisha, Prime Minister Narendra D Modi welcomed G20 leaders at the Bharat Mandapam, venue of the G20 Summit in New Delhi, on Saturday, September 9, 2023.

Bihar govt transfers over 100 bureaucrats amid political turmoil

Bihar govt transfers over 100 bureaucrats amid political turmoil

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

The transferred officers included 22 IAS, 79 IPS, 45 Bihar Administrative Service officers

If Modi Wants A Full Term...

If Modi Wants A Full Term...

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

It will be in Modi's interest to reinvent his party, read the writing on the wall that voters wrote, and move ahead. He has little choice now. The country is watching, asserts Ramesh Menon.

Adani eyes 45 GW renewable energy capacity by 2030

Adani eyes 45 GW renewable energy capacity by 2030

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Billionaire Gautam Adani's group is building the world's largest renewable energy park in Gujarat, as it eyes a massive 45 GW capacity to generate electricity largely from solar energy. Speaking at the opening of 'Energy Revolution: The Adani Green Energy Gallery' at the Science Museum in London, Gautam Adani said his group's renewable energy arm, Adani Green Energy, is leading an energy transition that honours the commitment of taking care of the planet not just for this generation and the next but also for generations to come. "As the world's leading solar power developer and India's largest renewable energy company, we are taking very big steps," he said.

Wealthy Indian-origin couple, daughter found dead in US

Wealthy Indian-origin couple, daughter found dead in US

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

The bodies of Rakesh Kamal, 57, his wife, Teena, 54, and their 18-year-old daughter, Ariana, were found in their Dover mansion at about 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Norfolk District Attorney (DA) Michael Morrissey said.

It's time to revamp our education system

It's time to revamp our education system

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

The last thing the country needs in a globalising and technologically advancing international business environment is a poorly educated workforce.

'Playing tipsy is difficult to enact'

'Playing tipsy is difficult to enact'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

'Bahut mazaa aaya tha doing Agneepath. When you are working with good actors, it enriches your acting.' 'Amitabhji and I had done Shahenshah before, but that was a fun film.'

'Govt wants to take away women's fundamental right'

'Govt wants to take away women's fundamental right'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

'The government wants to ban surrogacy and take away women's fundamental right to do what she wants with her body.'

CAT fiasco: Govt to meet IIM directors

CAT fiasco: Govt to meet IIM directors

Rediff.com15 Dec 2009

Unhappy over thousands of students failing to write the Common Admission Test (CAT) due to technical problems, the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) is meeting directors of Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) on Wednesday to discuss its concerns.

'What a disgrace': Tharoor on Maulana Azad's omission from NCERT

'What a disgrace': Tharoor on Maulana Azad's omission from NCERT

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

References to freedom fighter and India's first education minister Azad have been removed from the new class 11 political science textbook by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT).

'I Don't Know What I Am Going To Do'

'I Don't Know What I Am Going To Do'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

The political heat in West Bengal has been giving the rising mercury levels serious competition since the high court order.

Future of digital payments in India

Future of digital payments in India

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

'The focus needs to shift towards the ability to collect payments, particularly in tier-3 to tier-4 areas where acceptance is still lacking.'

This Ladakh Schoolgirl Bats Like Kohli

This Ladakh Schoolgirl Bats Like Kohli

Rediff.com16 Oct 2022

Maqsooma, a schoolgirl from Ladakh, has taken social media by storm courtesy of her amazing batting skills.

Even Dawood...: HC rejects plea for virtual campaigning by arrested politicians

Even Dawood...: HC rejects plea for virtual campaigning by arrested politicians

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Terming the petition as "highly adventurous" and against the fundamental principles of the law, a bench of Acting Chief Justice Manmohan and Justice Manmeet PS Arora said courts do not make policy decisions and that it is for Parliament to decide on such issues.

Rajasthan CM Confronts Dire Financial Crunch

Rajasthan CM Confronts Dire Financial Crunch

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Rajasthan is reeling under a huge financial burden with the state's debt having gone beyond Rs 5.59 lakh crores. Rajasthan has increased expenditure on education by 203.4 percent, by 105.4 percent on health, by 227.14 percent on housing. Its expenditure on social welfare schemes has increased by almost 2,475 per cent.

Who Will Vote For Vijay, And Why?

Who Will Vote For Vijay, And Why?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Where do Vijay and his TVK expect to get their votes from? Vijay has a huge fan following among women, but will they automatically become his voters like they had done for MGR's AIADMK, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

Vadodara man arrested for posing as PMO official

Vadodara man arrested for posing as PMO official

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

The arrest of Mayank Tiwari on Friday comes months after an Ahmedabad resident, Kiran Patel, was held from a five-star hotel in Jammu and Kashmir for posing as a senior official from the PMO.

Calcutta HC judge Abhijit Gangopadhyay to resign, may join politics: Reports

Calcutta HC judge Abhijit Gangopadhyay to resign, may join politics: Reports

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

The judge refused to comment on it, stating that he would address all inquiries after submitting his resignation.

Kashmiri journalist denied award due to 'political pressure'

Kashmiri journalist denied award due to 'political pressure'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

The institute recently announced the 'Journalism for Peace' award for three independent journalists - Tora Agarwala, Safina Nabi and Sonal Pateria. The awards were scheduled to be given on October 18.

Why Mo-Sha Want To Placate Ajit-Shinde

Why Mo-Sha Want To Placate Ajit-Shinde

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

The coming weeks are sure to have a lot of drama unfolding in Maharashtra, predicts N Sathiya Moorthy.

Tips to advance your career with distance education

Tips to advance your career with distance education

Rediff.com14 Dec 2011

In on oline chat with Get Ahead readers on December 9 Prof Ramesh Murthy, Director of Sikkim Manipal University answered readers' queries on distance learning courses and career opportunities they offer.

IIM-Indore to set up retail education arm

IIM-Indore to set up retail education arm

Rediff.com28 Jul 2007

The MoU was inked by IIM-Indore Director S P Parashar and the Association CEO Gibson Vedamani.

'Applying to universities abroad is increasingly risky'

'Applying to universities abroad is increasingly risky'

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

'With the current situation in the global job market, students come back with an added burden of educational loans.'

Byju's in talks with investors to raise $300 mn in return for more controls

Byju's in talks with investors to raise $300 mn in return for more controls

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

With investors asking for a change in the board structure at Byju's, the edtech giant's founder and chief executive officer (CEO), Byju Raveendran, is now asking them to put $300 million into the company for more control. The company has rung up $5.8 billion from investors such as General Atlantic, Sofina, the Qatar Investment Authority, Sumeru Ventures, Vitruvian Partners, BlackRock, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, Sequoia, Silver Lake, Bond Capital, Tencent, and Tiger Global.

'My struggle was because I'm a woman'

'My struggle was because I'm a woman'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

'You are constantly trying to get things made. You keep meeting people, knocking on their door. And time goes by.'

Get computer educated wherever you are!

Get computer educated wherever you are!

Rediff.com19 May 2005

Everonn Systems India Ltd, a significant player in computer education in schools and colleges in South India has unveiled Zebra Kross, a technology-enabled retail learning centre.

Imports of California walnut rise after India removes tariff

Imports of California walnut rise after India removes tariff

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

The California walnuts shipped from the US to India have seen a sharp uptick with imports more than doubling from September to November against the same period last year. This comes after New Delhi removed its retaliatory customs tariffs on the key dry fruit. Two days ahead of US President Joe Biden's visit to New Delhi to attend the G20 Summit on September 9-10, India dropped additional customs duties on about half a dozen US goods that were imposed in 2019 in response to America raising tariffs on certain steel and aluminum products coming from India.

When You Should Invest In PPF

When You Should Invest In PPF

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

If you fail to make the lump sum deposit before April 5, do so at least before the 5th of the next month (May). That way you will only lose out on the interest for April.

COMING UP On OTT In October

COMING UP On OTT In October

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

So much entertainment coming up on OTT this October!

Best Career Options For Science Students

Best Career Options For Science Students

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

rediffGURU Mayank Kumar offers guidance about degree courses, campus, job-linked and executive programmes and studying abroad.

Financial stability, waste management top Delhi municipality's agenda

Financial stability, waste management top Delhi municipality's agenda

Rediff.com23 May 2022

According to senior officials, nine additional commissioners have been allocated departments and office spaces at different floors of the Civic Centre, while three deputy commissioners were also appointed.

Israeli embassy condemns 'Bawaal' for 'trivialization' of Holocaust

Israeli embassy condemns 'Bawaal' for 'trivialization' of Holocaust

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

The film, which tracks how the couple resolve their differences, goes into graphic recall of the Holocaust in several scenes.