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To build a world class university in Noida

To build a world class university in Noida

Rediff.com29 Apr 2015

Shiv Nadar University is pulling out all stops to attract teaching talent from the US, but will it be enough?

And Peter Mukerjea went hungry...

And Peter Mukerjea went hungry...

Rediff.com19 Feb 2017

'It is perhaps kind of easy to see why Peter and the police clash.' 'The obvious air of entitlement that emanates from him, maybe unknowingly, probably gets the goat of the policemen.'

After 170 men, she is Salem's first woman collector

After 170 men, she is Salem's first woman collector

Rediff.com4 May 2018

Rohini Bhajibhakare won't waste a moment on this statistic because she has far more important things to do.

A baffling week in Tamil Nadu

A baffling week in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com10 Feb 2017

In Tamil Nadu, Divya Nair encounters jallikattu, a ban on colas and a water shortage.

Dipa Karmakar: Vaulting from primitive beginnings to the Olympics

Dipa Karmakar: Vaulting from primitive beginnings to the Olympics

Rediff.com24 Jul 2016

As the first Indian female gymnast to qualify for the Olympics, Dipa Karmakar knows she has to pull off something spectacular if she wants the world to take notice.

GST: Miles to go for a smooth journey

GST: Miles to go for a smooth journey

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

For the government to meet its GST roll-out deadline of April 1, 2017, the states will have to ratify the Bill before Parliament's winter session, starting November.

'Rhythm was one thing I wanted to get all through the series'

'Rhythm was one thing I wanted to get all through the series'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2015

Having focused more on Test cricket over the last year, Man of the Series Ravichandran Ashwin has come to terms with the fact that cricket's longest format is no "child's play".

New digital era: Will you be a winner or an also-ran?

New digital era: Will you be a winner or an also-ran?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

It may not be an exaggeration to say that in the next three years, in India itself a million jobs or more might be at risk due to automation. How we leverage its benefits will determine our fate in the digital era.

Sheena Bora Case: Indrani rips into case against her!

Sheena Bora Case: Indrani rips into case against her!

Rediff.com8 Feb 2020

'When the forensics have collapsed, approver is clearly proved to be a liar from the beginning to the end... Does the prosecution genuinely believe that we ought to remain in judicial custody despite showing that their own story is not being corroborated by evidence, for another 192 witnesses?'

Will Purvanchal go the BJP way?

Will Purvanchal go the BJP way?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2017

In the 2012 election, the BJP's performance was the poorest in Purvanchal, winning only 12 of the region's 112 seats. Will 2017 be different? Will the party ride on Varanasi MP Narendra Modi's charisma?

Gold demand will increase, says WGC

Gold demand will increase, says WGC

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

The council is looking at the youth as a segment in the global market and has started the LoveGold on the social media (Facebook and Twitter).

I'm very lucky that my dad introduced me to gymnastics: Dipa

I'm very lucky that my dad introduced me to gymnastics: Dipa

Rediff.com31 Oct 2015

When Dipa Karmakar launches into her soaring vault at the world championships, chances are that none of her rivals will be aware that the foundations of the skill were built on makeshift apparatus made by stacking several crash mats on top of each other.

DMK at crossroads, can Stalin take it forward?

DMK at crossroads, can Stalin take it forward?

Rediff.com19 May 2016

Ageing leadership, reckless family-oriented politics, absence of inner-party democracy, lack of debate on core issues within the party are all taking a very heavy toll on the original Dravidian party, says R Ramasubramanian.

Prez poll: 99% turnout amid rumours of cross-voting

Prez poll: 99% turnout amid rumours of cross-voting

Rediff.com17 Jul 2017

The results will be declared on July 20 in New Delhi.

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.

Chasing Old Monk

Chasing Old Monk

Rediff.com9 Jan 2018

The author finds out if India's love affair with Old Monk has ended

IT firms only need to get their mojo back

IT firms only need to get their mojo back

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

India's IT/BPO story isn't over yet, believes Ganesh Natarajan.

IT firms only need to get their mojo back

IT firms only need to get their mojo back

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

India's IT/BPO story isn't over yet, believes Ganesh Natarajan.

Exchange small notes at currency chest branches

Exchange small notes at currency chest branches

Rediff.com24 Jan 2014

Chests are select branches of banks authorised by RBI for distribution of notes and coins.

Why no one has gone to jail for money laundering

Why no one has gone to jail for money laundering

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

The Enforcement Directorate has managed to sniff out over Rs 9,000 crore as suspected haul from money laundering in a decade, but it has yet to link those against anyone successfully in a court.

Do you have multiple credit cards? 4 lessons for you

Do you have multiple credit cards? 4 lessons for you

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

If you are the owner of multiple credit cards, here are some dos and don'ts you need to know about credit card management.

Will Indrani nail Chidambaram?

Will Indrani nail Chidambaram?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

On Thursday, Indrani will be obligated to change into the green uniform sari she receives visitors in, as per jail rules, and meet the gentlemen from the income tax department. She may also at some point on Thursday video conference with Delhi in the INX Media-Karti Chidambaram case where she might become an approver.

5 memorable Indian wins against England at home

5 memorable Indian wins against England at home

Rediff.com10 Nov 2016

Starring Mankad, Bedi, Siva, Azhar and Sachin.

New Zealand v South Africa: More at stake than a first final!

New Zealand v South Africa: More at stake than a first final!

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

Both teams will hope to banish some unwanted baggage that has dogged them for years.

'His interests were books, verse and politics'

'His interests were books, verse and politics'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2018

Far away from the glare of publicity lives Atal Bihari Vajpayee's family -- three sisters, nephews, nieces and their children. A large family proud of its bond with India's leader.

'There was no evidence to tie Talwars to Aarushi's murder'

'There was no evidence to tie Talwars to Aarushi's murder'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

Patrick French, who profiled Nupur and Rajesh Talwar and the case against them in his book India, A Portrait, speaks to Rediff.com about their acquittal.

Aadhaar:Nearing a billion and counting, connectivity remains a problem

Aadhaar:Nearing a billion and counting, connectivity remains a problem

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

Aadhaar now has legal backing but it still faces challenges of privacy and data sharing

Congress only had strength to ban 25 paise: PM

Congress only had strength to ban 25 paise: PM

Rediff.com13 Nov 2016

For 70 years the country has been looted, give me 70 months I will clean it up, he said.

Are we a nation of thieves?

Are we a nation of thieves?

Rediff.com1 Jul 2015

'The major reason is the reluctance of the Indian citizen, particularly in the middle class, to pay his dues. Only around three per cent of Indians pay any income tax and these are mostly those who are employed, and whose taxes are deducted. I often refer to us as a nation of thieves, who steal from our government,' says Aakar Patel.

The 5 important people in your start-up

The 5 important people in your start-up

Rediff.com8 Nov 2016

Being employee light is the latest fad.

Panama leaks have taught the Indian rich a lesson

Panama leaks have taught the Indian rich a lesson

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

'Given the past record, no one will be prosecuted, especially since the beneficiaries comprise the most powerful people in the country. They will pay a fine and be let off.'

Rajdeep Sardesai: PM must tell those who spread hate, 'Stop spreading hate'

Rajdeep Sardesai: PM must tell those who spread hate, 'Stop spreading hate'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

'I hope the prime minister starts telling those abusers to stop abusing... Because when he remains silent, these people get more muscle,' journalist Rajdeep Sardesai told Chaya Babu/Rediff.com soon after he was heckled and pushed around in New York on Sunday.

This businessman thinks Demo/GST are good

This businessman thinks Demo/GST are good

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

'In a country like ours, people talk about wanting to be like Singapore, but when it comes to paying taxes, they start criticising.' 'The medicine is bitter, but the long term effect is good,' Senthil Natarajan, who runs Kovai Pazamudhir Nilayam, a one of its kind fruit and vegetable chain in Tamil Nadu, tells Rediff.com's Archana Masih.

National Geographic reveals the best travel photos

National Geographic reveals the best travel photos

Rediff.com7 Aug 2017

National Geographic has announced the winners of its prestigious Travel Photographer of the Year photo contest for 2017. And the images are just breathtaking.

Sheena Bora Trial: What's wrong with Peter?

Sheena Bora Trial: What's wrong with Peter?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

He is, at the closing of 2018, a man quite different from the Peter Mukerjea who entered judicial custody three-and-a-half years ago. He is a man not yet convicted of a crime, but already suffering for it, like the hundreds that enter these courts every day and the thousands Peter shares jail space with in a central Mumbai prison.

Australia vs Pakistan: A slippery game in Adelaide

Australia vs Pakistan: A slippery game in Adelaide

Rediff.com19 Mar 2015

When the 2015 ODI World Cup began, no one cared to look past Australia to lift a record fifth title. A strong team, home advantage, and flailing opposition, meant that they were in pole position going into the tournament.

Can Indian agriculture adopt the 'Gujarat Model'?

Can Indian agriculture adopt the 'Gujarat Model'?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

The agrarian crisis must be met with similarly speedy responses.

6 benefits of using E-payment cards

6 benefits of using E-payment cards

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

While we are slowly moving towards a future where using hard cash will be obsolete, it is indeed a wise idea to start using E-payment cards for pocket money. We need to keep up with the times while we follow our children into the future.

New Sebi norms a step ahead of Companies Act

New Sebi norms a step ahead of Companies Act

Rediff.com15 Feb 2014

Sebi has pushed for better corporate governance of listed companies through measures such as the need for a succession policy

Why are top corporate executives taking up the plough?

Why are top corporate executives taking up the plough?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2015

Hepzi Anthony examines the curious case of the white-collared farmer.