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Yogi sacks DGP for 'neglecting official work'

Yogi sacks DGP for 'neglecting official work'

Rediff.com11 May 2022

The statement added that Goel was removed from the post of DGP for not taking interest in departmental work.

Discipline key in IIT admissions, says HC, denies teen's plea for relief

Discipline key in IIT admissions, says HC, denies teen's plea for relief

Rediff.com29 May 2023

The petitioner sought a direction from the court for his registration form to be accepted and to permit him to appear for JEE-Advanced scheduled to be held on June 4.

QS Employability Rankings 2022: IIT-B Tops

QS Employability Rankings 2022: IIT-B Tops

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

The Indian Institute of Technology-Bombay is the top Indian institute as per the Quacquarelli Symonds Graduate Employability Rankings 2022.

IIT-Madras is India's Top University

IIT-Madras is India's Top University

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

Seven Indian Institutes of Technology -- IIT-Madras, IIT-Bombay, IIT-Delhi, IIT-Kanpur, IIT-Kharagpur, IIT-Roorkee and IIT-Guwahati -- figured in the top 10 in the overall rankings.

UGC, expert panel against eminence tag to Bengal's Jadavpur varsity, Jamia

UGC, expert panel against eminence tag to Bengal's Jadavpur varsity, Jamia

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

The ministry of education is yet to take call on the recommendations by the empowered expert committee and the University Grants Commission.

Rahul insulted Basaveshwara, people of Karnataka in London: PM

Rahul insulted Basaveshwara, people of Karnataka in London: PM

Rediff.com12 Mar 2023

Without naming Gandhi and referring to the Congress leader's remarks made in London -- that structures of Indian democracy are under 'brutal attack', Modi termed it an insult to 12th century social reformer Basaveshwara, the people of Karnataka, India's great traditions and its citizens.

NASA, ISRO to send joint space missions

NASA, ISRO to send joint space missions

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

"On space, we will be able to announce that India is signing the Artemis Accords, which advance a common vision for space exploration for the benefit of all humankind," a senior administration official said hours before the meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Joe Biden in the Oval Office.

Not idols, but...: Hindu side lawyer on Gyanvapi survey

Not idols, but...: Hindu side lawyer on Gyanvapi survey

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

Five members of the Muslim side also participated in the survey. Its advocate Tauheed Khan said advocates of the Intezamia Masjid Committee Akhlaq and Mumtaz accompanied the survey team.

Landslide threat to Uttarakhand highway stretch increases: Scientists

Landslide threat to Uttarakhand highway stretch increases: Scientists

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

The study conducted a systematic survey of landslides and derived a statistical model, aimed at quantifying landslide susceptibility along the NH-7 at a high spatial resolution, the findings said.

Young Indians' Endless Struggle

Young Indians' Endless Struggle

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

Being driven to abandon Indian middle-class values, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

Howrah Bridge Heads For Health Check-up

Howrah Bridge Heads For Health Check-up

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

'We need to find out whether any structural element has got fatigue.' 'We want to increase the lifespan of the bridge.'

IIT Madras raises Rs 231 cr in funding from alumni, firms, donors in FY23

IIT Madras raises Rs 231 cr in funding from alumni, firms, donors in FY23

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) said on Monday that it had raised the highest-ever corpus of annual funds for the institution, garnering Rs 231 crore from alumni, industry and individual donors for 2022-23 (FY23). Its funding increased 76 per cent year-on-year (YoY) compared to Rs 131 crore in FY22, according to data shared by the institute. The number of donors contributing more than Rs 1 crore increased 64 per cent YoY.

Edtech giant Byju's CBO Prathyusha Agarwal, two senior executives quit

Edtech giant Byju's CBO Prathyusha Agarwal, two senior executives quit

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Three senior executives have resigned from Byju's at a time when the most valuable edtech company has been trying to address challenges such as due diligence issues, legal battles with lenders, challenges in raising fresh capital, and a markdown in its valuation by investors. Prathyusha Agarwal, the chief business officer of Byju's, has quit, according to sources. They said Himanshu Bajaj, business head of Byju's tuition centres, and Mukut Deepak, business head for Class 4 to 10, have also moved on.

Will Renaming India Change Our Lives?

Will Renaming India Change Our Lives?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Debates on changing the name of India to Bharat continue to spark a crisis of identity without answering moot questions that stare us in the face. Ramesh Menon asks a few of those questions that do not have easy answers.

NSE scam: CBI books ex-Mumbai CP Sanjay Pandey for phone tapping

NSE scam: CBI books ex-Mumbai CP Sanjay Pandey for phone tapping

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

The CBI action comes following a complaint from the Union home ministry.

IIT Delhi in Gulf, trade in local currencies: Modi concludes 'productive' UAE visit

IIT Delhi in Gulf, trade in local currencies: Modi concludes 'productive' UAE visit

Rediff.com15 Jul 2023

Modi was honoured with the 'Order of Zayed', the UAE's highest civilian award, in 2019 as a mark of appreciation for his efforts to boost bilateral ties between the two nations.

'Maun vrat on Manipur': Cong asks 3 questions to Modi

'Maun vrat on Manipur': Cong asks 3 questions to Modi

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

As the lower house took up the motion moved by Gogoi, there were heated exchanges between the opposition and treasury benches after Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi wondered why Rahul Gandhi's name as lead speaker was withdrawn at the last minute.

Mevani seeks probe into Solanki's death; Dalits plan all-India march on Feb 19

Mevani seeks probe into Solanki's death; Dalits plan all-India march on Feb 19

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

The Congress leader from Gujarat said the Dalit community has given a call for a nationwide candle march on February 19 in support of Solanki, who was a first-year student of B.Tech (chemical) course.

Mridul Agarwal of Delhi zone tops JEE-Advanced with highest-ever marks

Mridul Agarwal of Delhi zone tops JEE-Advanced with highest-ever marks

Rediff.com15 Oct 2021

Kavya Chopra, also from Delhi zone, who became the first female to top the JEE-Main exam, has emerged as the topper in JEE-Advanced among females. She has scored 286 marks out of 360 with her overall rank being 98.

Modi gifts green diamond to Jill Biden

Modi gifts green diamond to Jill Biden

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is in the United States for a three-day state visit, has gifted an eco-friendly lab-grown 7.5 carat diamond, placed in Kashmir's exquisite Papier mache box, to First Lady Jill Biden.

SC flags bias in educational institutions, asks UGC to end it

SC flags bias in educational institutions, asks UGC to end it

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

A bench of Justices AS Bopanna and MM Sundresh asked the UGC to furnish the details of steps taken on a plea by the mothers of Rohith Vemula and Payal Tadvi.

Kota Factory Calls For More Than Mechanical Repair

Kota Factory Calls For More Than Mechanical Repair

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

The suicides have involved more NEET aspirants than JEE. 'It's a make-or-mar situation.' 'Either you get into a government medical college, where the fee is much lower than in private institutes, or you don't make it.'

Students body seeks IIT Bombay director's resignation over Dalit student's suicide

Students body seeks IIT Bombay director's resignation over Dalit student's suicide

Rediff.com15 Feb 2023

A student collective at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay on Wednesday demanded the resignation of the premier institute's director against the backdrop of alleged suicide by a first-year Dalit student and allegations that he was facing caste discrimination.

JEE Advanced 2023: 8 Mistakes To Avoid

JEE Advanced 2023: 8 Mistakes To Avoid

Rediff.com30 May 2023

A common mistake students make is either they don't have a focussed strategy or there are too many gaps in the study plan, warns Dr Rajesh Pandey, Academic Head, Engineering, Aakash Byju's Digital.

Dropping Darwinian evolution may lead to superstitious beliefs, warn experts

Dropping Darwinian evolution may lead to superstitious beliefs, warn experts

Rediff.com9 May 2023

The Theory of Evolution, proposed by the English naturalist, explains that all living beings evolved through natural selection, which favours inherited traits that improve an individual's ability to compete, survive, and reproduce.

2024 polls: BJP sets 60-seat target in South India

2024 polls: BJP sets 60-seat target in South India

Rediff.com1 Jan 2023

According to the party sources, the preparations are in full swing and seasoned BJP workers are being deployed on more than 50 seats.

Farmers protest against proposed IIT site in Goa, Sec 144 imposed

Farmers protest against proposed IIT site in Goa, Sec 144 imposed

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

South Goa district collector Jyoti Kumari issued orders imposing Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973.

7 Steps To Remove Fear Of Maths

7 Steps To Remove Fear Of Maths

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

Begin by tackling small and manageable math problems. Gradually increase the difficulty level as you build confidence and familiarity, suggests Aashish Sood.

IIT-Bombay student jumps to death from hostel building

IIT-Bombay student jumps to death from hostel building

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

Prima facie, the deceased student was undergoing treatment for depression, police said.

IIT-Guwahati declared Covid containment zone after 60 test positive

IIT-Guwahati declared Covid containment zone after 60 test positive

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

The Indian Institute of Technology-Guwahati had been declared a containment zone after 60 people there tested Covid-19 positive, according to Assam's District Disaster Management Authority.

Ex-BJP minister Jaynarayan Vyas joins Congress

Ex-BJP minister Jaynarayan Vyas joins Congress

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

Jaynarayan Vyas was defeated in the subsequent assembly elections in 2012 and 2017.

'Make caste discrimination in schools and colleges a crime'

'Make caste discrimination in schools and colleges a crime'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

'The government should immediately enact an Act to make caste discrimination a criminal offence and lay down a procedure similar to that of the Anti-Ragging Act.' 'Ragging has nearly been eliminated because it is treated as a criminal offence.' 'Similar procedure should be used in case of caste discrimination.'

Shubham Kumar Tops UPSC Exam

Shubham Kumar Tops UPSC Exam

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

A total of 761 candidates -- 545 men and 216 women -- have cleared the examination as per results announced on Friday.

Can Praveen Sood Get CBI The Public's Trust?

Can Praveen Sood Get CBI The Public's Trust?

Rediff.com25 May 2023

He takes over the CBI in challenging times. The perception is that the agency is reduced to being an instrument of blackmail and intimidation by successive governments.

Top 100 universities in the world

Top 100 universities in the world

Rediff.com3 Mar 2020

The University of Pennsylvania has emerged as the topmost university in the world, as per Youth Incorporated magazine's Global University rankings.

Mumbai's British era bridge to be pulled down, will hit train services

Mumbai's British era bridge to be pulled down, will hit train services

Rediff.com11 Nov 2022

The block will affect the movement of long-distance as well as local trains.

IIT-M Scores BIG On Job Offers

IIT-M Scores BIG On Job Offers

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

The average salary received by students during campus placements for 2021-2022 was Rs 21.48 lakh per annum. The highest salary offered was $250,000.

Are India's Toppers Ready For Life?

Are India's Toppers Ready For Life?

Rediff.com31 May 2023

I feel it is utterly silly to disproportionately celebrate academic achievements in school and college when there is so much life and transformation by life yet to happen, states Shyam G Menon.

How to Crack JEE in 30 Days

How to Crack JEE in 30 Days

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

Keep in mind that JEE Main is all about speed and accuracy, advises Nitin Arora.

Charred body of project staff found on IIT Madras campus

Charred body of project staff found on IIT Madras campus

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

According to sources, the charred body was recovered from a hockey stadium at the premier technical institute by the police on Thursday night after some hockey players alerted them.