News for 'education system'

How AI Will Disrupt The Job Market: Should India Worry?

How AI Will Disrupt The Job Market: Should India Worry?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Despite the alarming figures on job displacement, AI is expected to generate millions of new roles, echoing historical trends of technological transformation.

Smart Fixes for Low Savings Problem

Smart Fixes for Low Savings Problem

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Many affluent young people are first-generation wealthy. They have limited financial literacy, lack quality financial guidance or role models, and often fall prey to mis-selling. This makes them hesitant to invest in high-return assets like equities.

India, UK to sign trade pact on July 24; Goyal to accompany PM Modi

India, UK to sign trade pact on July 24; Goyal to accompany PM Modi

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will accompany Prime Minister Narendra Modi to London for the signing of the free trade agreement between India and the UK on July 24, an official said on Monday. The two countries announced the conclusion of the negotiations for the trade agreement on May 6.

'The Only Writer In India All Fascist Governments Listen To'

'The Only Writer In India All Fascist Governments Listen To'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

This was a soaring evening that sent hearts aflutter and for a few brief moments we tasted the breath of pure freedom that has been missing in this country for the past several years.

Edu system must compete with China, India: Obama

Edu system must compete with China, India: Obama

Rediff.com15 Jul 2009

United States President Barack Obama said that he is laying the foundation of an education system which would help America compete with China and India in the 21st century.

Pakistan faces education emergency, says report

Pakistan faces education emergency, says report

Rediff.com9 Mar 2011

Pakistan faces an "education emergency" that costs the economic equivalent of its flood disaster every year, a new education campaign has warned. The March for Education campaign, launched with the British government's backing, deploys stark statistics to draw a picture of a chronically ill education system in Pakistan, The Guardian reports.

Study Abroad: 10 Visa Application Mistakes To Avoid

Study Abroad: 10 Visa Application Mistakes To Avoid

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

Do not sound as if you intend to permanently settle overseas, warns Ritika Gupta, CEO and counsellor at AAera Consultants.

Why did Modi call Trinidad and Tobago PM 'Bihar ki beti'?

Why did Modi call Trinidad and Tobago PM 'Bihar ki beti'?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

This is Modi's first visit to the country as prime minister and the first Indian bilateral visit at the prime ministerial level to Trinidad and Tobago since 1999.

India needs rapid expansion in higher education: Panagariya

India needs rapid expansion in higher education: Panagariya

Rediff.com3 Nov 2015

Panagariya is of the view that school education and higher education need to grow together to help India face various challenges.

'Migration Will Be Most Challenging Aspect Of Census'

'Migration Will Be Most Challenging Aspect Of Census'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

'What is going on is the under counting of the migration population in urban areas.' 'It has been going on in the last few censuses.'

Setback for Dhoni over 'Captain Cool' trademark

Setback for Dhoni over 'Captain Cool' trademark

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

'Accordingly, no proprietary rights or exclusivity can be claimed over such a generic phrase, and any attempt to do so is legally unsustainable and contrary to the basic principles of trademark law.' According to the opposition, Mahendra Singh Dhoni's star power alone does not entitle him to monopolise a phrase that has historically described several athletes across generations.

Shuks eyes Gaganyaan after historic ISS mission

Shuks eyes Gaganyaan after historic ISS mission

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla returns to Earth after an 18-day mission aboard the International Space Station, marking a significant milestone for India's space program and carrying out crucial scientific experiments.

Panel Flags CBSE's Dual Exam Plan

Panel Flags CBSE's Dual Exam Plan

Rediff.com29 Mar 2025

In its draft policy released last month, the CBSE had proposed conducting Class 10 board exams twice in an academic year from 2026.

Caste census decision exposes...: BJP

Caste census decision exposes...: BJP

Rediff.com1 May 2025

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Thursday said the Centre's decision to include caste enumeration in the next census has exposed the difference between the Modi government's 'true intentions' and the 'empty sloganeering' of the Congress.

Sitharaman on how a nation creates wealth

Sitharaman on how a nation creates wealth

Rediff.com31 May 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday said the government led by Narendra Modi refers entrepreneurs as wealth creators as the profit earned by them through ethical ways help drive development goals. "Wealth creation in India has never been a taboo in India.

Mpox Puts Health System On High Alert

Mpox Puts Health System On High Alert

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

Strict screening protocols are to be implemented for passengers arriving from central African countries affected by the outbreak.

'There Will Be A Need For A Leader Like The Dalai Lama'

'There Will Be A Need For A Leader Like The Dalai Lama'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

'We are now in a situation where our country is not yet free.' 'China is still very strong and militarily powerful.' 'In such a situation, we need the Dalai Lama to bring about a resolution to the cause of Tibet.' 'That's one of the main reasons that at age 90, he has accepted that there should be a 15th Dalai Lama after him.'

Work Smart, Not Hard: 10 Tips To Boost Productivity

Work Smart, Not Hard: 10 Tips To Boost Productivity

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Productivity isn't always about doing more. It's about doing what matters, with enough room to breathe, says Adarsh Rai, an emotional intelligence coach and founder-CEO of HR Brain HUB.

Modi 'stopped' war, but can't stop paper leaks: Rahul on NEET, NET row

Modi 'stopped' war, but can't stop paper leaks: Rahul on NEET, NET row

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

Gandhi said Modi's top priority now is to get his Speaker in Parliament and is not bothered about NEET .

The Silent Crisis of Student Suicides

The Silent Crisis of Student Suicides

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

What is pushing students to take this extreme step?

Indian astronaut Shukla's Axiom-4 mission to ISS to take off on June 10

Indian astronaut Shukla's Axiom-4 mission to ISS to take off on June 10

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Shukla will be the second Indian to travel to space four decades after Rakesh Sharma's iconic spaceflight onboard Russia's Soyuz spacecraft in 1984.

Get Your Sex Education On OTT

Get Your Sex Education On OTT

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Quite a few Hindi films have taken up issues related with sex, and managed to shine the torch on some pertinent issues.

Arvi Singh Bahal Is Going To Space!

Arvi Singh Bahal Is Going To Space!

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

This mission is the 14th human flight for the New Shepard programme and the 34th in its history.

Step-By-Step ITR E-Filing, Choosing Right Tax Regime

Step-By-Step ITR E-Filing, Choosing Right Tax Regime

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Master the online ITR filing process and then learn the differences between the old and new tax regimes to pick your best option.

Teenagers Beware: Hidden Danger Behind 'Dusting'

Teenagers Beware: Hidden Danger Behind 'Dusting'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

'She didn't think she'd die. It was just a trend -- a video. But it took her away in seconds.'

'Short-Term Panic Influences Investor Behaviour'

'Short-Term Panic Influences Investor Behaviour'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

'Investors who remain calm, consistent, and disciplined through short-term volatility are usually the ones who benefit most in the long run.'

TN Guv Ravi in fresh trouble after asking students to chant 'Jai Shri Ram'

TN Guv Ravi in fresh trouble after asking students to chant 'Jai Shri Ram'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi has sparked controversy by asking students at a government-aided college in Madurai to chant "Jai Shri Ram". The State Platform for Common School System-Tamil Nadu (SPCSS-TN) has demanded his removal, alleging that he violated his oath of office and secular principles. The group claims Ravi's actions were against the Constitution, which outlines India as a secular country and emphasizes the importance of upholding secular values in education. The incident follows a recent Supreme Court ruling that overruled Ravi's decision to withhold 10 Bills passed by the Tamil Nadu government, highlighting ongoing tensions between the Governor and the state administration.

Is AI Coming For Your Job? What AI Godfather Says

Is AI Coming For Your Job? What AI Godfather Says

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'If we're smart about it, we can use AI to amplify human potential, not replace it. But time is running short.'

Beginning Of The End For Trump?

Beginning Of The End For Trump?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Unless Donald Trump takes a major U turn, this is possibly the beginning of the end for Trumpian politics, argues Colonel Anil A Athale (retd). Unless President Trump takes a major U turn, this is possibly the 'beginning of the end' for Trumpian politics driven by TV trp's, points out Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

India Needs More Minds Like Suhas & Anjan

India Needs More Minds Like Suhas & Anjan

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

These are 'hidden champions' of strategic research and innovation. They are worthy of emulation within Indian industry, and maybe even a Padma!, notes R Gopalakrishnan.

Be Prepared For Another War!

Be Prepared For Another War!

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

India needs to be technologically and militarily prepared to defend itself from both Pakistan and China, alerts Ramesh Menon.

'Winning A Medal For India Meant A Lot'

'Winning A Medal For India Meant A Lot'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'It was a tough field, and I was nervous going in.' 'But once I stepped onto the court, I focused only on giving my best.'

It's Time to Update Army Regiment Names

It's Time to Update Army Regiment Names

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

>The Indian Army still uses old British-era names and recruits soldiers based on caste or region, which hurts national unity, argues Colonel K Thammayya Udupa (retd).

Don't Trust AI's Medical Advice! Here's Why

Don't Trust AI's Medical Advice! Here's Why

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

AI chatbots often give unsafe health advice, warns a global study.

What is the cost of education in Singapore?

What is the cost of education in Singapore?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

Undergraduate courses indicatively cost S$23,000 to S$38,000, while postgraduate courses approximately cost S$15,000 to S$40,000.

Why have thousands of kindergartens shut down in China?

Why have thousands of kindergartens shut down in China?

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

In 2023, the number of kindergartens fell by 14,808 to 274,400, the annual report by the Chinese education ministry stated. It is the second consecutive annual decline in the latest indicator of China's falling birth rates.

Nitish govt headed for showdown with Guv over this issue

Nitish govt headed for showdown with Guv over this issue

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

The Nitish Kumar government appeared to be heading for a showdown with Bihar Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar as the Raj Bhavan reversed an order of the state administration to freeze bank accounts of two officials of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University in Muzaffarpur.

'Linking Aadhar With Voter ID Is Very Dangerous'

'Linking Aadhar With Voter ID Is Very Dangerous'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

'The protection of secrecy and anonymity gets lost with this linking.'

'India's rich fund temples, not education'

'India's rich fund temples, not education'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2009

Tarun Tejpal, editor-in-chief of news magazine Tehelka, expresses his disappointment over India's education system.

'By hosting 2036 Olympics, India will make a statement'

'By hosting 2036 Olympics, India will make a statement'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

India's bid to host the 2036 Olympics is not merely an attempt to make a statement internationally but also a well thought out plan to create world-class infrastructure, said Minister of State for Sports Raksha Khadse.