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Death of a Salesman Revisited

Death of a Salesman Revisited

Rediff.com11 Aug 2021

...Are algos taking over from 'shoeshine and a smile', asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

Sikka welcomes share sale by Infosys co-founders

Sikka welcomes share sale by Infosys co-founders

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

As four founder families sold part of their Infosys holdings on Monday, CEO Vishal Sikka said monetisation of shares for philanthropic and entrepreneurship purposes was in line with the company's values.

5 reasons not to become a social entrepreneur

5 reasons not to become a social entrepreneur

Rediff.com23 Sep 2013

Too often the right people try to become social entrepreneurs for the wrong reasons.

Girl who cycled down 1200km gets Ivanka's praise

Girl who cycled down 1200km gets Ivanka's praise

Rediff.com23 May 2020

Ivanka, who is advisor to President Trump on job creation, has visited India twice, most recently in February this year along with her father. In 2017, she led the US delegation at the Global Entrepreneurship Summit in India.

CBSE exams for Classes 10, 12 to begin from May 4

CBSE exams for Classes 10, 12 to begin from May 4

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced on Tuesday the schedule for classes 10 and 12 board exams which will begin on May 4.

Starting business in India is a challenge: Adi Godrej

Starting business in India is a challenge: Adi Godrej

Rediff.com25 Mar 2013

He says conditions for entrepreneurship and SMEs needed to be improved for the sake of growth in economy and employment opportunities.

'People won't vote Yogi out over handling of Covid'

'People won't vote Yogi out over handling of Covid'

Rediff.com15 Jan 2022

'The Covid situation is like demonetisation.' 'People were upset with the government initially, but eventually they voted for the BJP again.'

'Make the most of adversity'

'Make the most of adversity'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2019

'Stumbling blocks teach a lot and should be taken as stepping stones.'

Mumbai student designs 'cool PPE kit' with ventilation for COVID warriors

Mumbai student designs 'cool PPE kit' with ventilation for COVID warriors

Rediff.com24 May 2021

This design serves two purposes -- first, keeps the health workers well-ventilated, while preventing bodily discomfort, and second, keeps them safe from various fungal infections.

Bihar polls: Nitish holds seat-sharing talks with Nadda

Bihar polls: Nitish holds seat-sharing talks with Nadda

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

At the meeting which lasted for more than half an hour, the leaders of the two parties are understood to have discussed the key issue of seat-sharing among alliance partners in the NDA, which also includes Ram Vilas Paswan's LJP.

Will Raghuram Rajan be our next finance minister?

Will Raghuram Rajan be our next finance minister?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2019

There were two questions everyone wanted to know the answer to. 1. Did Raghuram Rajan advise the Congress on the much-discussed NYAY scheme, as claimed by Rahul Gandhi? 2. Will Raghuram Rajan become India's next finance minister?

From Shy Kid To Rhodes Scholar: Ritika Mukherji's Journey

From Shy Kid To Rhodes Scholar: Ritika Mukherji's Journey

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

It's not every day that an undergraduate from India wins a scholarship to study at one of the prestigious universities in the world.

Biden reiterates US support for India's permanent seat in UNSC

Biden reiterates US support for India's permanent seat in UNSC

Rediff.com25 Sep 2021

Biden has reiterated America's support for India's permanent membership on a reformed UNSC and its entry into the NSG during his first in-person bilateral meeting with Modi at the White House.

Entrepreneurs to play major role in Asia

Entrepreneurs to play major role in Asia

Rediff.com28 Apr 2010

Noting that a culture of entrepreneurship has been central to the economic success of the US, a top Obama Administration official has said the same would play a key role in bringing about a renaissance in China, India, and the rest of the developing world.

Does Modi have an Economic Road Map?

Does Modi have an Economic Road Map?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

Pragmatism and flexibility is a virtue. An untethered and short-term approach to policymaking is a flaw, argues Mihir S Sharma.

PM forms 2 Cabinet panels to spur growth, create jobs

PM forms 2 Cabinet panels to spur growth, create jobs

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

Economy has become a major cause of concern for the new government with GDP dropping to 5.8 per cent in the last quarter of the 2018-19.

Start-up tips: How to raise funds for your business

Start-up tips: How to raise funds for your business

Rediff.com20 Dec 2012

In an online chat with readers on December 19, Amit Grover, founder, Nurture Talent Academy addressed queries on how to pursue entrepreneurship.

Google, Startup Village to promote women entrepreneurs

Google, Startup Village to promote women entrepreneurs

Rediff.com5 Aug 2015

Tech giant Google's Developer Group on Wednesday joined hands with Startup Village to launch 'Women Techmakers' (WTM), a global programme and brand for women in technology.

As Work From Home Deepens...

As Work From Home Deepens...

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

... Are far-reaching social changes coming with it, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

How Zeus Numerix will make Indian warships invisible

How Zeus Numerix will make Indian warships invisible

Rediff.com13 Apr 2021

Rather than going through the tedious, hit-or-miss process of physically designing hull forms and superstructures for warships and then determining how visible they are to radar, the company will simulate this process on supercomputers.

Gujarat to introduce chapter on Dhirubhai in school books

Gujarat to introduce chapter on Dhirubhai in school books

Rediff.com30 Jun 2015

Gujarat govt had also announced to add Yoga in text books.

NGO that helps young minds become entrepreneurs

NGO that helps young minds become entrepreneurs

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

360 Degree has a network of more than 500 volunteers across the nation.

Narayana Murthy on how to be a successful entrepreneur

Narayana Murthy on how to be a successful entrepreneur

Rediff.com9 Feb 2015

One needs to bring differentiation to succeed: Murthy

There's a story behind this sari

There's a story behind this sari

Rediff.com26 Aug 2018

Delhi-based designer Gaurika Sharma talks about it.

Startups get tax breather upto Rs 10 cr investment

Startups get tax breather upto Rs 10 cr investment

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

Giving major relief to budding entrepreneurs, the government on Thursday allowed startups to avail tax concession only if total investment including funding from angel investors does not exceed Rs 10 crore.

A four-step guide to become an entrepreneur

A four-step guide to become an entrepreneur

Rediff.com30 Mar 2012

There are no shortcuts to success. The entrepreneurial journey is extremely difficult and challenging but if pursued with a plan, it enhances your chances of success.

Bharat Fund: Tata joins to support start-ups

Bharat Fund: Tata joins to support start-ups

Rediff.com14 Oct 2015

Tata Trusts is one of India's oldest, non-sectarian philanthropic organisations involved in areas of community development.

PHOTOS: Ivanka's day in the city of Nizams

PHOTOS: Ivanka's day in the city of Nizams

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

This is Ivanka Trump's first big solo outing on the international stage.

Full Text: President's address to nation on the eve of Republic Day

Full Text: President's address to nation on the eve of Republic Day

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

Here's the full text of address to the nation by President Ram Nath Kovind on the eve of the Republic Day 2022.

Day 2 in Hyderabad: Ivanka visits historic Golconda Fort

Day 2 in Hyderabad: Ivanka visits historic Golconda Fort

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

'It is amazing at Golconda Fort. It was a fantastic two days in Hyderabad,' she said.

Mould entrepreneurs young: IIM-B

Mould entrepreneurs young: IIM-B

Rediff.com29 Oct 2008

IIM-B study says efforts at varsity level are ineffective unless adequate grounding of the discipline has been laid at the primary level.

5 key traits of a successful entrepreneur

5 key traits of a successful entrepreneur

Rediff.com6 Jun 2012

A keen eye for detail will help you spot trends, but having an affirmative spirit is essential to overcome failures and battle negative criticism writes Dr Cheema, Dean and CEO of Institute of Future Education and Entrepreneurship Learning, Pune.

Dhoni will be retained by CSK in 2021: N Srinivasan

Dhoni will be retained by CSK in 2021: N Srinivasan

Rediff.com19 Jan 2020

Dhoni has been a part of CSK since the IPL's inaugural edition in 2008 and apart from the two seasons when the franchise was suspended, the wicket-keeper batsman has led the team admirably, guiding them to three title triumphs.

Mandavia to focus on regional airline post Jet flyaway

Mandavia to focus on regional airline post Jet flyaway

Rediff.com26 Oct 2020

The pilot-turned-airline owner and his partner Biraja Jena plan to launch FlyBig, which has secured 16 routes under the fourth phase of UDAN, the government's regional connectivity programme.

An interview students MUST read

An interview students MUST read

Rediff.com6 Nov 2017

'Adaptability is what is needed right now and students have to continuously learn the new tools to remain relevant in the career they choose.'

From Forest Hut To Top UK College

From Forest Hut To Top UK College

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

Hercules Singh Munda's father used to open the gates to a forest. Today, Hercules leaves for London to open the gates of his many dreams.

Must read: 19 life lessons from India's best pastry chef

Must read: 19 life lessons from India's best pastry chef

Rediff.com1 Mar 2019

Pooja Dhingra shares some of her best life lessons from her entrepreneurial journey.

Meet the man behind CATapp, the mobile CAT application

Meet the man behind CATapp, the mobile CAT application

Rediff.com7 Nov 2011

Meet Ashish Chowdhary, a student of PGDM in Business Entrepreneurship at the Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India who has co-developed the CATapp, a unique mobile application that will help students prepare better for the Common Admission Test (CAT).

WhyQ: Meet the teens who set up a business

WhyQ: Meet the teens who set up a business

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

'Sure, we are teenagers who are doing this part time, but we feel we are making some sort of an impact.'

Shah, Sitharaman stand tall among ministers

Shah, Sitharaman stand tall among ministers

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

Strengthening the portfolios of the home minister and the finance minister is a message that should not be missed, points out A K Bhattacharya.