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Why Tata Motors turned to its 'go-to man'

Why Tata Motors turned to its 'go-to man'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2017

The commercial vehicle business is one of the mainstays for the Tata group, highlighting the importance of Girish Wagh's appointment.

How far will you travel for music?

How far will you travel for music?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2018

A new found love for world music is compelling enough to make individuals travel.

No place for 'middlemen' in my govt, every paisa reaches poor: Modi

No place for 'middlemen' in my govt, every paisa reaches poor: Modi

Rediff.com23 Aug 2018

Modi said bribery was not possible as the money was transferred directly into accounts of the beneficiaries.

Must-read! How to write a GOOD resume

Must-read! How to write a GOOD resume

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

These tips will help you keep it short, professional and error-free.

'If farmers' demands are not met, govt will suffer'

'If farmers' demands are not met, govt will suffer'

Rediff.com30 Nov 2018

'Till the time the Modi government is ruling, they will write off loans of corporates and give opportunities to rogue businessmen to run away, so we will have to come again and again on the roads to demand our just rights.'

Inclusion Rider: The reason why the world wants to know about Kalpana Kotagal

Inclusion Rider: The reason why the world wants to know about Kalpana Kotagal

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

Here's how she is linked to the most talked about Oscars speech of the year.

Singh, Obama meeting to boost strategic Indo-US ties

Singh, Obama meeting to boost strategic Indo-US ties

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and United States President Barack Obama will meet in Washington on Thursday to chart a course for "future cooperation" in areas such as civil nuclear technology, trade, investment, defence and counter-terrorism, amid perceptions that bilateral strategic ties have plateaued.

Say hello to your new AI dost at work!

Say hello to your new AI dost at work!

Rediff.com29 Apr 2018

The role of AI spans coaching, performance, learning, engagement and career growth.

Only one country shouldn't be blamed for terrorism: Sartaj Aziz

Only one country shouldn't be blamed for terrorism: Sartaj Aziz

Rediff.com4 Dec 2016

He did not mention the issue of Jammu and Kashmir.

Buying a property? Foreign investors prefer to shop online

Buying a property? Foreign investors prefer to shop online

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

NRIs are increasingly buying properties in India online.

Will General Bakshi be India's first CDS?

Will General Bakshi be India's first CDS?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

'In the present era of strategic uncertainty and rapidly changing threats, no military professional now disputes the unavoidable necessity of a joint planning staff for the planning and conduct of joint operations so that integrated operations can be planned 'top down',' says Brigadier Gurmeet Kanwal (retd).

China needs a clear solution for Uighur separatism

China needs a clear solution for Uighur separatism

Rediff.com22 Jul 2014

Despite a lot of lip service to national unity, functional relations between the Han Chinese immigrants and the Uyghur regional majority have not developed on equitable basis, says R Hariharan

Be prepared for China's Electronic Warfare

Be prepared for China's Electronic Warfare

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

'In India, China's capacities to conduct new types of warfare is critically underestimated,' says Claude Arpi.

PM Modi bats for organic farming, lauds Sikkim for scaling new heights

PM Modi bats for organic farming, lauds Sikkim for scaling new heights

Rediff.com18 Jan 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday batted for expansion of organic farming across the country.

Learn these skills or forget your dream job

Learn these skills or forget your dream job

Rediff.com10 May 2017

Recruiters want to know if you can express your ideas clearly, confidently in a group, solve problems and take decisions.

There's so much DRDO wants to do

There's so much DRDO wants to do

Rediff.com10 Mar 2014

From tackling cyber threat to having an an unmanned tank, there's so much DRDO wants to do

Modi's BRICS symphony in Goa

Modi's BRICS symphony in Goa

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

Narendra Modi's success at the BRICS summit is the best Diwali gift for India's diplomacy and marks her ascendancy to global leadership, says Tarun Vijay.

Lessons from the CBSE paper leak

Lessons from the CBSE paper leak

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

Incidents like these are a wake-up call, says School Education Secretary Anil Swarup. 'Today, if a particular problem has been found, technology allows solutions to address it,' he says, suggesting alternatives such as printing and distribution of encrypted question papers on the day of the exam. Swarup wants electronic tracking to keep tab on who has access to and can, therefore, leak papers.

Yoga is not a religious activity, embrace it: PM Modi

Yoga is not a religious activity, embrace it: PM Modi

Rediff.com21 Jun 2016

Calling on the world to embrace Yoga as a discipline in everyday life, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the occasion of the International Yoga Day today, asserted that the ancient Indian art was the most selfless of its kind, as it did not discriminate, did not ask for much, but simply functioned for the betterment of mankind and brought every society together.

How India must respond to growing Chinese military might

How India must respond to growing Chinese military might

Rediff.com28 Apr 2016

As China begins rejuvenation of its military power, there is an urgent need for transformation of the Indian military, says Lieutenant General Anil Chait (retd).

Modi's village adoption plan has potential to transform rural India

Modi's village adoption plan has potential to transform rural India

Rediff.com20 Nov 2014

Each 'adarsh village' should have piped drinking water, connectivity to the main road, electricity supply to all households, library, telecom and broadband connectivity including CCTVs in public areas. Emphasis will also be on e-governance, says Sheela Bhatt/Rediff.com.

Virat Kohli launches a new venture, Stepathlon Kids

Virat Kohli launches a new venture, Stepathlon Kids

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

This venture will also mark Stepathlon's entry into the business to consumer space.

Toxins in food? How brands can make it safer

Toxins in food? How brands can make it safer

Rediff.com6 Jun 2016

As controversy plagues foods again, brandification will bridge the trust deficit, critical for stakeholders.

Yes, there is a real Phunsukh Wangdu!

Yes, there is a real Phunsukh Wangdu!

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

Meet Sonam Wangchuk, the man who inspired Aamir Khan's role in 3 Idiots.

Right to privacy: SC asks searching questions

Right to privacy: SC asks searching questions

Rediff.com20 Jul 2017

The top court gave the examples of personal information like thumb impression people voluntarily gave for using mobile phones.

What Prasoon Joshi plans to do as Censor chief

What Prasoon Joshi plans to do as Censor chief

Rediff.com2 Sep 2017

'Discussion, dialogue and mutual respect for varied points of view,' is what filmmakers can expect from the Censor Board, its new chief Prasoon Joshi tells Subhash K Jha.

Why every student should study abroad once in their lifetime

Why every student should study abroad once in their lifetime

Rediff.com16 Aug 2017

Presenting 6 incredible ways your life will change if you study abroad.

Left, right coming together on GM, PSU land sale

Left, right coming together on GM, PSU land sale

Rediff.com10 Oct 2016

BMS, BKS and SJM are trying to forge common cause with outfits on the other side of the ideological divide over the government's policies they are not in agreement with.

8 goals India must achieve to fulfil its commitment to the UN

8 goals India must achieve to fulfil its commitment to the UN

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

Time is running out: Will India manage to attain goals set by the UN.

Dear entrepreneur, are you ready for self appraisal?

Dear entrepreneur, are you ready for self appraisal?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2015

As an entrepreneur, one has to evaluate and learn from each customer and continually improve.

'UN's permanent members do not want any change'

'UN's permanent members do not want any change'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

The Security Council as it is today is unable to bring peace and security in the world and so there is reason for countries like India to become members of the Council, Ambassador Asoke Kumar Mukerji tells Sheela Bhatt/Rediff.com.

BJP yet to crack the gender equality equation

BJP yet to crack the gender equality equation

Rediff.com18 Sep 2017

Even with the elevation of Nirmala Sitharaman to the post of defence minister, the party still needs to redress the gender imbalance and fill the 33 per cent quota in posts.

'UK will remain a good place to do business for Indian cos'

'UK will remain a good place to do business for Indian cos'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

The UK India Business Council expects more emphasis to be put on improving bilateral economic ties.

India's defence needs more money, Mr PM

India's defence needs more money, Mr PM

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

The PM's vision of a lean, agile, mobile and technology driven force requires more than 1.7 percent of GDP that it now gets.

Mr Modi and Dr Singh

Mr Modi and Dr Singh

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

Was Manmohan Singh focused too much on getting policy right, while Narendra Modi is focused essentially on getting projects moving?

'IndiGo can overcome any challenge that crosses its path'

'IndiGo can overcome any challenge that crosses its path'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

InterGlobe has raised Rs 3,008.5 crore.

How to be a better leader: 7 tips for women

How to be a better leader: 7 tips for women

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

To inspire change and emerge as a leader, you need to have a higher sense of purpose and inspire teams to work for the larger good.

India, Indonesia ties elevated to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

India, Indonesia ties elevated to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

Rediff.com30 May 2018

The 2 countries signed 15 agreements including one on defence cooperation after Prime Minister Narendra Modi held 'productive discussions' with President Joko Widodo.

Why SEZs in India have failed

Why SEZs in India have failed

Rediff.com4 Dec 2014

Special Economic Zones are likely to be central to realising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ambitious Make in India agenda.

10 things Prime Minister Modi told the UN

10 things Prime Minister Modi told the UN

Rediff.com28 Sep 2014

10 takeaways from the prime minister's UN speech.