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How to apply for LGTBI job fair in India

How to apply for LGTBI job fair in India

Rediff.com28 Jan 2020

Companies such as Uber, Accenture, BNY Mellon, The Lalit, Kronokare and Unhotel will be hiring candidates for various roles.

Finance ministry rules out COO appointment in RBI

Finance ministry rules out COO appointment in RBI

Rediff.com14 Aug 2014

The finance ministry has ruled out the proposal for the appointment of a chief operating officer (COO) of the rank of deputy governor in the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), as the government feels no interim arrangements should be made for such high-profile appointments.

Indian cos more optimistic about growth compared to global cos

Indian cos more optimistic about growth compared to global cos

Rediff.com9 May 2014

According to the survey by Deloitte India and National Human Resource Development, 35 per cent of Indian businesses are expecting a strong growth this year while another 45 per cent feel that it would be moderate.

NEET-PG exams put off to free up doctors for Covid duty

NEET-PG exams put off to free up doctors for Covid duty

Rediff.com3 May 2021

Seeking to augment human resources deployed in fighting Covid-19, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved a number of measures, including postponing the NEET-PG for at least four months to make a large number of qualified doctors available for pandemic duty and pressing into service medical interns.

Covid fight not over, be satark, saavdhan: Modi at high-level review meeting

Covid fight not over, be satark, saavdhan: Modi at high-level review meeting

Rediff.com23 Dec 2021

Modi gave directions to officials during a high-level meeting to review the status of COVID-19 and Omicron, the new variant of concern (VOC), and said "we should be 'satark' (vigilant) and 'saavdhan' (cautious)".

You can question Modi's 3 mantris in Twitter 'Talkathon' today

You can question Modi's 3 mantris in Twitter 'Talkathon' today

Rediff.com30 May 2015

As part of the National Democratic Alliance government's media blitzkrieg to highlight achievements made during its one-year rule, three Union ministers will participate in a 'talkathon' session today during which they will answer questions posted on Twitter.

62 killed in Assam floods, landslides this year; around 31 lakh hit in state

62 killed in Assam floods, landslides this year; around 31 lakh hit in state

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

In the last 24 hours, eight people have died after drowning in flood waters -- two each in Barpeta and Karimganj districts, one each in Darrang, Hailakandi, Nalbari and Sonitpur districts and eight people are still missing.

How Do We Prepare For LA 2028? We Don't.

How Do We Prepare For LA 2028? We Don't.

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

You don't prep for 2028 but for 2040, or even 2044. Sustained sporting excellence is based on mass support, grassroots development, and funding - and it is this trifecta India needs to work on, systematically, asserts Prem Panicker.

Chandrayaan-3 is triumph of Indian innovation: Former NASA official

Chandrayaan-3 is triumph of Indian innovation: Former NASA official

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

Former National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Official Mike Gold has said Chandrayaan-3's success is a triumph of Indian innovation, human capital and the capabilities that will take India even further.

32 words that will make or break your CV

32 words that will make or break your CV

Rediff.com20 Mar 2014

Words like 'team player', 'hard-worker,' and 'self-motivated' no longer impress employers, reveals a latest survey.

Don't make campuses political battlefields: Irani on JNU

Don't make campuses political battlefields: Irani on JNU

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

"I had said it earlier and reiterating it now that educational institutions should not be made 'rajiniti ka akhada' (political battlefield) as it affects the life and progress of our students," Irani told reporters when asked about the violence in the campus. "I hope students will not be used as 'rajnitik mohre' (political tools)", the Amethi MP said. "A probe has started in the matter and it is not justified for me to comment on it as I am in a constitutional post," she added.

Govt may allow education bodies to float bonds

Govt may allow education bodies to float bonds

Rediff.com23 May 2011

The move will require modifications in Companies Act.

Vedantu gives pink slips to 385 employees in 3rd round of layoffs this year

Vedantu gives pink slips to 385 employees in 3rd round of layoffs this year

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

Edtech unicorn Vedantu has laid off 385 employees, nearly 11.6 per cent of the company workforce, according to sources. This move is being seen as part of a drive in the edtech sector towards profitability via cost-savings and consolidation, as funds dry up, they said. The Bengaluru-based firm has laid off over 1,100 employees (both full-time and contractual), so far, this year.

IIT, IIM grads among 27,000 applicants for 15 Bandhan posts

IIT, IIM grads among 27,000 applicants for 15 Bandhan posts

Rediff.com23 Jul 2014

A large number of these applicants are already employed in top positions at public- and private-sector banks, say sources at Bandhan.

Talent Cloud will address moonlighting: TCS

Talent Cloud will address moonlighting: TCS

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

In the future of work, companies will have to embrace terms like moonlighting, gig work, flexi work as 'on-demand talent in a Cloud' can be a reality, says Milind Lakkad, chief human resource officer of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). In some form or the other, gig work, flexiworking - and even moonlighting - will have to be welcomed by companies, says Lakkad. As a first step towards embracing these, TCS is trying to bring all these opportunities for its own employees within the company.

WATCH LIVE! After Budget, it's Smriti vs Opposition again

WATCH LIVE! After Budget, it's Smriti vs Opposition again

Rediff.com1 Mar 2016

A day after the Budget was presented, chaos is expected to return to Parliament on Tuesday with the Opposition prepped to target Education Minister Smriti Irani in both Houses over her statements on the death of Hyderabad Central University student Rohith Vemula and the Jawaharlal Nehru University controversy.

WATCH LIVE! Day 4 of Budget session in Parliament

WATCH LIVE! Day 4 of Budget session in Parliament

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

The Rohith Vemula suicide and the Jawaharlal Nehru University row continues to dominate the discussions in Parliament on Day 4 of the Budget Session.

Why HRD ministry nixed all names for IIM-A chairman's post

Why HRD ministry nixed all names for IIM-A chairman's post

Rediff.com30 May 2016

This is reportedly the first time that the names recommended by a search committee have been shot down by the HRD ministry

Delhi HC rejects NewsClick founder's plea against arrest

Delhi HC rejects NewsClick founder's plea against arrest

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

The Delhi high court on Friday refused to interfere with the arrest and subsequent police remand of NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha and portal's human resources department head Amit Chakravarty in a case lodged under anti-terror law Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

Modi effect: Companies to go on a hiring spree

Modi effect: Companies to go on a hiring spree

Rediff.com4 Jun 2014

It is just a week since Narendra Modi has taken over as prime minister and hiring sentiments have started showing a positive trend.

HR GURU: 'My company has put me on PIP'

HR GURU: 'My company has put me on PIP'

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

HR Guru Mayank Rautela offers practical advice.

How Modi-led govt may boost jobs in India

How Modi-led govt may boost jobs in India

Rediff.com14 May 2014

As many as 15-20 million jobs may be created which could get a boost if BJP comes at the centre on its own.

R-Day: BSF on high alert along int'l border in J-K after threat inputs

R-Day: BSF on high alert along int'l border in J-K after threat inputs

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

The BSF is also conducting joint patrolling with the army, the Central Reserve Police Force and police to thwart nefarious attempts of terrorists, Boora said.

HR Guru: Why do freshers get less salary hike?

HR Guru: Why do freshers get less salary hike?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2022

HR Guru Mayank Rautela offers practical advice.

For India Inc, office relationships are no longer just a private affair

For India Inc, office relationships are no longer just a private affair

Rediff.com27 May 2013

Companies put in strict disclosure, job switch clauses in HR policies.

Claims bogus, false, not a penny came from China, NewsClick editor tells HC

Claims bogus, false, not a penny came from China, NewsClick editor tells HC

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha, arrested in a case lodged under anti-terror law Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) for allegedly receiving money to spread pro-China propaganda, told the Delhi high court on Monday that the allegations against him were "false" and "bogus", and "not a penny has come from China".

Job fraud cases haunt automobile sector

Job fraud cases haunt automobile sector

Rediff.com29 Apr 2013

Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra and Bajaj Auto have noted a rise in these incidents.

Arjun Singh admitted to AIIMS

Arjun Singh admitted to AIIMS

Rediff.com8 Feb 2006

Human Resource Development Minister Arjun Singh was admitted to All India Institute od Medical Sciences Wednesday evening following complaints of breathlessness.

IITs, CII seek better academia-industry ties

IITs, CII seek better academia-industry ties

Rediff.com16 Apr 2013

India spends less than one per cent of GDP on research and development.

Rampant lay-offs: When will the tide turn for India Inc's job market?

Rampant lay-offs: When will the tide turn for India Inc's job market?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2014

Blue chip Indian companies are letting go human resource to attain cost-efficiencies.

PM arrives in Germany; will seek greater biz ties

PM arrives in Germany; will seek greater biz ties

Rediff.com10 Apr 2013

Singh is accompanied by External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid, Renewable Energy Minister Farooq Abdullah, Human Resource Development Minister M M Pallam Raju and Science and Technology Minister S Jaipal Reddy.

Coronavirus: Board exams, JEE postponed till Mar 31

Coronavirus: Board exams, JEE postponed till Mar 31

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

The CBSE announcement came following a directive from the Human Resource Development ministry saying exams are important but safety and security of students and teachers is equally important.

How to write a self-appraisal

How to write a self-appraisal

Rediff.com6 Mar 2014

The Appraisal Season is on. Here's how to best approach it...

Gen Y employees: A boon or bane for companies?

Gen Y employees: A boon or bane for companies?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2014

Younger employees no longer ask what they can do for their employers, but what their employers can do for them.

Will Aakash succeed even as it fails?

Will Aakash succeed even as it fails?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2013

Aakash is now two years beyond its initial delivery date.

No extension to Right to Education deadline: Centre

No extension to Right to Education deadline: Centre

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

With the deadline for meeting RTE obligations ending on Sunday, the government ruled out any extension, maintaining that 90 per cent of the schools have met required norms.

Each employee is worth Rs 1 crore for Infosys

Each employee is worth Rs 1 crore for Infosys

Rediff.com18 May 2009

Human capital is mostly ignored by accountants, believes the management of India's second-largest information technology services provider, Infosys Technologies. Arguing that this should not be the case, the company has used the 'Lev & Schwartz' model and pegged the value of each employee at Rs 97 lakh (Rs 970,000), primarily based on the potential value of their future earnings for the company.

German vs Sanskrit controversy created deliberately: Irani

German vs Sanskrit controversy created deliberately: Irani

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

Human Resource Development Minister Smriti Irani said a controversy over German being replaced in KV schools has been created "deliberately" and asserted that its continuation as third language would have been a violation of the Constitution.

Guardians of the Skies: Air Force's 1st mobile game

Guardians of the Skies: Air Force's 1st mobile game

Rediff.com3 Jul 2014

Embarking on its first sortie in virtual world, the Indian Air Force has launched nation's first 3D mobile game in a bid to attract generation-next youth to pursue a career in the air force.

Now, self-defence training in school curriculum

Now, self-defence training in school curriculum

Rediff.com1 Mar 2013

Minister of State for HRD Shashi Tharoor said in Rajya Sabha that in January his ministry wrote to education secretaries of states suggesting inclusion of "training in self-defence" in physical education classes for girl students.