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'Why Are People Willing To Suffer For A Government Job?'

'Why Are People Willing To Suffer For A Government Job?'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

'When I asked whether they would choose a government job that offered Rs 30,000 a month or a private job that offered them Rs 3 lakh a month, without exception, everybody said, "I would rather have the government job!"'

Can Australia bounce back with pink ball under Adelaide lights?

Can Australia bounce back with pink ball under Adelaide lights?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

With noses bloodied and pride stung from the pounding in Perth, Australia will look to hit back with the pink ball in the second Test against India at Adelaide Oval.

SC grants more time to Pegasus panel, 29 mobiles being examined

SC grants more time to Pegasus panel, 29 mobiles being examined

Rediff.com20 May 2022

The SC, in October last year, had ordered a probe into the alleged use of the spyware.

'I Failed NEET Twice. Should I Reappear?'

'I Failed NEET Twice. Should I Reappear?'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar, founder of Zanwar Classes, prepares aspirants for competitive exams such as MHT-CET, IIT-JEE and NEET-UG.

Why wasn't NEET-UG exam scrapped?: SC explains

Why wasn't NEET-UG exam scrapped?: SC explains

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

The top court said since the remit of the panel has been expanded, the committee would submit its report by September 30 on various measures to rectify deficiencies in the examination system.

Uproar in JK assembly's 1st session over Article 370

Uproar in JK assembly's 1st session over Article 370

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

People's Democratic Party MLA Waheed Para on Monday moved a resolution in the Jammu and Kashmir assembly opposing the abrogation of Article 370 and calling for the restoration of special status to the erstwhile state, leading to noisy scenes in the House.

He Delivered Milk When He Was 6. At 29 He's A Magistrate!

He Delivered Milk When He Was 6. At 29 He's A Magistrate!

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

'Studying was never an important part of our life, surviving was.'

Fasting farmer leader advised hospitalisation

Fasting farmer leader advised hospitalisation

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Jagjit Singh Dallewal, a 70-year-old Punjab farmer leader, is on his 21st day of a hunger strike demanding the Indian government address farmers' concerns, including a legal guarantee of MSP on crops. His health has deteriorated, and doctors have recommended immediate hospitalization. However, Dallewal, a cancer patient, has refused medical treatment.

Fighting Workplace Harassment? What You Can Expect

Fighting Workplace Harassment? What You Can Expect

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

'Filing a workplace harassment case against a well-known company or professional can bring risks like retaliation, harm to your career and emotional stress,' warns Smita Shetty Kapoor.

Manner of govt's decision-making can always be examined: SC on note ban

Manner of govt's decision-making can always be examined: SC on note ban

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

The Supreme Court on Tuesday said limited scope of a judicial review in economic policy matters does not mean that the court will fold its hands and sit back, observing that the manner in which a decision is taken by the government can always be examined.

Once She Begged. Now She's A Doctor!

Once She Begged. Now She's A Doctor!

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

After a wait of 20 years, Pinki Haryan is a qualified doctor raring to serve the destitute and give them a better life.

Should My Son Work In A Reputed Firm Or A Start-Up?

Should My Son Work In A Reputed Firm Or A Start-Up?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

rediffGURU Nayagam PP counsels students and aspiring professionals on how to pick the right courses and scale up in your career.

How I Became A Coorg By Order!

How I Became A Coorg By Order!

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

'After his warm and affectionate farewell speech, the Chief of Staff of the formation asked me, "So, now you are off to Coorg to look after your coffee estates?"' For the last time, in Army uniform and much to his surprise, I replied, "Sir, I am not from Kodagu.".'

'What Is The Cost Of An MBBS Seat In The NRI Quota?'

'What Is The Cost Of An MBBS Seat In The NRI Quota?'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar counsels students about how to pursue a career in science, medicine and technology.

'Unhappy' with chair, Opposition MPs may exit Waqf panel

'Unhappy' with chair, Opposition MPs may exit Waqf panel

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Opposition MPs in the parliamentary committee scrutinising the Waqf (Amendment) Bill are scheduled to meet Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday to protest its chairperson Jagdambika Pal's alleged 'unilateral' decisions and attempts to 'bulldoze' proceedings, indicating that they may disassociate themselves from the panel.

'India examining possibilities': Govt on Pfizer Covid vaccine

'India examining possibilities': Govt on Pfizer Covid vaccine

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

The official expressed hope on the success of the five vaccines that are under different phases of trial in the country.

Why 38% of IIT Graduates Are Unemployed

Why 38% of IIT Graduates Are Unemployed

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

Out of 24,230 IIT and NIT grads, about 8,000 students didn't find any takers during campus placement drives this year.

Suicide Prevention Day: How To Help A Student In Distress

Suicide Prevention Day: How To Help A Student In Distress

Rediff.com10 Sep 2024

Failure in examinations, the inability to get an expected score or admission to an educational institution of one's choice often precipitates distress in students and may increase the risk of suicide, warns Dr Rakesh K Chadda.

What Makes Jeetubhaiya Nervous?

What Makes Jeetubhaiya Nervous?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

'The makers don't shoot in chunks, it is all in one go with all the characters visible in the frame. This set-up is different from the general shooting style.' 'To execute this, everyone needs to be well prepared.'

Term of 22nd law panel to end, UCC report pending

Term of 22nd law panel to end, UCC report pending

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

The term of the 22nd Law Commission, which is without a chairperson for the past few months, ends Saturday with its key report on the uniform civil code still in works. The report prepared by the law panel on simultaneous elections is ready and is pending submission to the law ministry.

Dr Dhruv Chauhan: 'There's No NEET Gadbad But A Scam'

Dr Dhruv Chauhan: 'There's No NEET Gadbad But A Scam'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

'Aspiring doctors have put in years of their lives to study in preparation for NEET exams as they start studies from Class 9 to get good marks.' 'And today, after the NEET paper leak, these students even after getting good marks are unable to get admission in any good medical college (because of inflated merit marks due to the paper leak).' 'They are thinking, was it worthwhile to study so hard for the examinations to become a doctor?'

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.

Assam introduces new Aadhaar issuance rules for fresh applicants

Assam introduces new Aadhaar issuance rules for fresh applicants

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

This will "stop the influx of illegal foreigners" and the state government will be 'very strict" in issuing Aadhaar cards, he said.

NEET paper leak: 'There must be a retest'

NEET paper leak: 'There must be a retest'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

'I do not think the scam is limited to 1,563 students. The number is too low to have caused such an inflation in the marks'

J-K Speaker dares BJP to bring no-confidence motion after ruckus

J-K Speaker dares BJP to bring no-confidence motion after ruckus

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather on Thursday rejected the Bharatiya Janata Party's demand for either rolling back the special status resolution passed by the House or stepping down, and said if the party does not have faith in him it should bring a no-confidence motion.

Wayanad landslides: Toll at 221, mass grave for unidentified remains

Wayanad landslides: Toll at 221, mass grave for unidentified remains

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

Several people are still feared trapped in the debris after a series of landslides that occurred in Chooralmala and Mundakkai of Wayanad.

The problem with examinations in India

The problem with examinations in India

Rediff.com15 Jun 2018

To understand the problem with public examinations we need to understand the different objectives they serve and how they interact and conflict with each other.

How to prepare for IIT-JEE Main 2019

How to prepare for IIT-JEE Main 2019

Rediff.com14 Aug 2018

The first attempt of JEE Main 2019 will be conducted from January 6 to 20, 2019.

Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale Review: Empty Calories

Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale Review: Empty Calories

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale ends up being a flashy, aspirational celebrity lifestyle doc that is aimed for an evening of popcorn-fueled fan tribute entertainment, observes Arjun Menon.

'Baloch Believe Pakistan Will Break Up'

'Baloch Believe Pakistan Will Break Up'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

'The struggle of insurgents and pro-independence political activists is fuelled by a deep conviction that not only is a free Balochistan possible, but they also believe that Pakistan will inevitably break apart, leading to Balochistan's independence.'

What To Do After NEET-UG? Ask rediffGURUS

What To Do After NEET-UG? Ask rediffGURUS

Rediff.com8 May 2024

rediffGURU Mayank Chandel, founder, CareerStreets, offers advice on what students can do after cracking the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test.

Where Would India Be Without Dr Singh?

Where Would India Be Without Dr Singh?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

What stood out in his 15-year journey as a member of the political executive at the Centre was his glowing record as India's most successful and effective finance minister. Both as prime minister and finance minister, he understood the importance of gradualism, except when the economy or the polity was in a crisis.

NEET-UG Results: What The Future Holds For Aspiring Doctors

NEET-UG Results: What The Future Holds For Aspiring Doctors

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

As the CBI continues to probe into the NEET-UG paper leak case, career experts help us understand what the future holds for undergraduate medical aspirants.

Can An MBA Get Me A Better Job?

Can An MBA Get Me A Better Job?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

rediffGURU Patrick DSouza trains students for competitive management entrance exams such as the Common Admission Test, the Xavier Aptitude Test, Common Management Admission Test and the Common Entrance Test.

Money Courses To Help Earn Up To Rs 2 Cr

Money Courses To Help Earn Up To Rs 2 Cr

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Pratham Barot, CEO and co-founder, Zell Education, explains how specialised courses in finance can help you earn a cushy six-figure salary.

How to crack UPSC preliminary examination

How to crack UPSC preliminary examination

Rediff.com14 Jun 2017

Civil Services is about staying aware, having a keen eye towards detail, understanding and retention, says Akriti Mattu.

'No One's Home Should Be Destroyed Like Mine'

'No One's Home Should Be Destroyed Like Mine'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

'I don't want what happened to me should happen to anyone else,' says Shagun Parihar, the BJP candidate from Kishtwar whose father and uncle were killed by terrorists.

Govt asks Raj Bhavans to invite Olympians, student toppers for At Home

Govt asks Raj Bhavans to invite Olympians, student toppers for At Home

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Those whose names were mentioned during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Mann ki Baat radio broadcast, swacchagrahi or foot soldiers who have played a key role in cleanliness drives and women sarpanches (village heads) are also part of the list shared by the Union ministry of home affairs to be invited for the function.

Teenager hangs self in Kota, ceiling fan lacked anti-suicide device

Teenager hangs self in Kota, ceiling fan lacked anti-suicide device

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

A 16-year-old JEE aspirant allegedly hanged himself in his hostel room in Kota, hours after the National Testing Agency published the answer key for the first edition of JEE-Main 2024, the police said on Tuesday.

16-year-old JEE aspirant dies by suicide, another goes missing in Kota

16-year-old JEE aspirant dies by suicide, another goes missing in Kota

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

The body a 16-year-old JEE aspirant, who left his hostel for a routine test on February 11 and went missing, was found on Monday night stuck between two trees on a rock in a forest area in Rajasthan's Kota, the police said.