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'I Quit My Job Because I Was Miserable'

'I Quit My Job Because I Was Miserable'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Delhi-based Shubham Chakraborty, 32, a management graduate from XLRI, Jamshedpur, tells us how he fought anxiety and stress due to poor workplace management.

Indian-origin techie shot wife, himself; kids' death remains mystery

Indian-origin techie shot wife, himself; kids' death remains mystery

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

Anand Henry, an Indian-origin former Meta software engineer is suspected of killing his wife and twin sons before turning a gun on himself in a gruesome murder-suicide in the United States state of California, according to authorities.

How did investors miss Byju's numerous red flags?

How did investors miss Byju's numerous red flags?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Byju's is set to go the way of Housing.com and Zilingo. It is only a matter of time. Indeed, the coup attempted by investors will ensure that, says Debashis Basu.

'RBI In No Hurry To Do Big Rate Cuts'

'RBI In No Hurry To Do Big Rate Cuts'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

'If you look at where inflation (headline and core) is today in India and where the rates are, there's clearly room to cut rates.'

'He Was Not An 'I' Man At All'

'He Was Not An 'I' Man At All'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

'He was a practical person who ensured that he thought about the common man, animals, the fact that they have a life and they have to be respected.'

'Will Banking Career Affect Marriage Prospects?'

'Will Banking Career Affect Marriage Prospects?'

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Shekhar Kumar, an HR expert, talent, and client acquisition leader at SEPL offers advice on how to grow professionally.

India's Twitter rival Koo shuts down

India's Twitter rival Koo shuts down

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

In a post on LinkedIn, co-founders Aprameya Radhakrishna and Mayank Bidawatka announced that the platform will be discontinuing its services to the public, as talks for a partnership with multiple larger internet companies, conglomerates and media houses did not yield the desired outcomes.

Can Quiet Hiring Reduce Layoffs?

Can Quiet Hiring Reduce Layoffs?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Quiet hiring allows employees to expand their skill sets, making them more versatile and valuable to the organisation, says Sonica Aron, founder of the HR consultancy firm, Marching Sheep.

Remove cap on H-1B visa: LinkedIn CEO

Remove cap on H-1B visa: LinkedIn CEO

Rediff.com5 Mar 2009

CEO and founder of popular site LinkedIn Reid Hoffman on Thursday urged the US Congress and the Obama Administration to remove the cap on H-1B visas, which enable foreign nationals to live and work in the United States.

Tech billionaires you can connect with on LinkedIn

Tech billionaires you can connect with on LinkedIn

Rediff.com2 Dec 2013

To boost your professional network, you must try to connect with these people.

Should investors buy into LinkedIn's IPO hype?

Should investors buy into LinkedIn's IPO hype?

Rediff.com17 May 2011

It is looking to price its offering of 7.8 million shares between $32 and $35 a share, which will give it a valuation between $3 billion and $3.3 billion.

India granted over 1 lakh patents in FY24

India granted over 1 lakh patents in FY24

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

India granted 1.03 lakh patents in financial year 2023-24, Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trademarks Unnat Pandit said on Thursday, as he assured that there will be "no delay" in the Intellectual Property Office as it prioritises timely clearance of applications. Addressing an Assocham event here, he shared that 40 per cent of the applications were disposed of within 30 months of the request for examination. "We are going to have no delay in the IP office, that's the motive with which we have .. that IP should be granted and under Chapter 8 of the Act it should also be utilised by the applicant ... that will generate the economic value of IP," Pandit said.

Wipro CEO Srinivas Pallia's annual remuneration may be around Rs 50 crore

Wipro CEO Srinivas Pallia's annual remuneration may be around Rs 50 crore

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

Wipro's new CEO Srinivas Pallia will receive an annual remuneration of up to $6 million (about Rs 50 crore), according to a regulatory filing by the Bengaluru-headquartered IT company. Earlier in April, Wipro announced the appointment of Pallia as its new CEO and MD, following the sudden resignation of Thierry Delaporte. Delaporte's annual salary of over Rs 80 crore at Wipro had made headlines last year.

Looking for A Job? CV Not Shortlisted? Ask rediffGURUS

Looking for A Job? CV Not Shortlisted? Ask rediffGURUS

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

rediffGURU Ashwini Dasgupta offers advice on what you can do to grow in your career and shine at the workplace.

'Is Integrated MTech from VIT Good For Placements?'

'Is Integrated MTech from VIT Good For Placements?'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

rediffGURU Nayagam PP counsels students on how to pick the right course and career.

ISIS recruit on LinkedIn calls Syria 'a great place to bring up the family'

ISIS recruit on LinkedIn calls Syria 'a great place to bring up the family'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2016

An ISIS recruit from New Zealand has reportedly set up a LinkedIn account, describing himself as an "education management professional" working in the Syrian city of Raqqa.

There's Something Special About Sahiba!

There's Something Special About Sahiba!

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

She has mastered the art of chic dressing; be it sultry moments by the seaside or vacays in the hills.

After market rally, iron-ore miner NMDC stock to price in positives

After market rally, iron-ore miner NMDC stock to price in positives

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

NMDC, the country's largest iron-ore miner, posted a consolidated revenue in the January-March quarter of FY24. This was in line with estimates at Rs 6,500 crore, which was up 11 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y), and a 20 per cent quarter-on-quarter (Q-o-Q) rise on the back of realisations. Iron-ore production was 13.3 million tonnes (down 6 per cent and up 8 per cent Q-o-Q), while the sales stood at 12.5 MT (up 1 per cent Y-o-Y and up 10 per cent Q-o-Q).

Indian-origin couple, daughter killed in 'suspicious' fire in Canada

Indian-origin couple, daughter killed in 'suspicious' fire in Canada

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

The charred remains were on Friday identified as those of three family members: 51-year-old Rajiv Warikoo; his wife, 47-year-old Shilpa Kotha; and their 16-year-old daughter, Mahek Warikoo.

Licious gears up for IPO with new CFO, profit pursuit

Licious gears up for IPO with new CFO, profit pursuit

Rediff.com29 May 2024

Fresh meat and seafood delivery unicorn Licious is intensifying its talent acquisition endeavours as it pursues profitability and readies for an initial public offering (IPO) within the next 24 months. Delightful Gourmet, Licious' parent company, has named 39-year-old Karishma Gupta as its new chief financial officer (CFO). Her appointment aligns with Licious' drive for profitable growth through an omnichannel strategy.

Aptech CEO Anil Pant passes away

Aptech CEO Anil Pant passes away

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

Aptech managing director and CEO Anil Pant died on Tuesday, the company informed in a regulatory filing. "The company regrets to inform about the sad demise of Dr. Anil Pant, Managing Director and CEO of the company on Tuesday, August 15, 2023. Dr. Pant's contribution and energy will be missed by the company. "All the directors and employees of the company convey their deepest condolences to his family," Aptech Limited said in the filing.

E-com start-up Dukaan lays off 90% staff for AI bot

E-com start-up Dukaan lays off 90% staff for AI bot

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

E-commerce startup Dukaan has replaced 90 per cent of its customer support team with an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, founder and CEO Suumit Shah informed on Tuesday. Attributing the decision to prioritising profitability, he said customer support costs reduced by 85 per cent while resolution time went down from over two hours to three minutes. "We had to lay off 90 per cent of our support team because of this AI chatbot. Tough? Yes. Necessary? Absolutely," Shah tweeted.

Butter chicken's origin: Delhi restaurant moves HC against rival over remarks

Butter chicken's origin: Delhi restaurant moves HC against rival over remarks

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Justice Sanjeev Narula asked the proprietors of Moti Mahal to submit an affidavit, affirming their effort to distance themselves from the statement in articles that have been published.

Iron-ore price recovery, steady demand positive for NMDC

Iron-ore price recovery, steady demand positive for NMDC

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

Its 11MFY24 production is around 40.2 mt. In FY25, it could hit 50 mt and it may reach 55 mt by FY26. The PSU has capex plans for multiple projects, which should improve the product mix and augment capacity to 100 mt for FY30.

Studying Abroad? Work Part-Time

Studying Abroad? Work Part-Time

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

A part-time job will not only support you financially but also help you learn skills that will help you grow in your career.

Are You In Love With A Bot?

Are You In Love With A Bot?

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Bots don't suffer from the same nervousness that real matches do. This makes every conversation with a bot almost flawless and smooth, alerts rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.

Licious eyes IPO in 24 months, 500 stores in five years

Licious eyes IPO in 24 months, 500 stores in five years

Rediff.com2 May 2024

The fresh meat and seafood delivery startup Licious plans to set up 500 stores nationwide within the next five years as part of an omnichannel strategy. The aim is to attract new users in the offline channel and encourage them to transact online as well. The move would also help the company in its efforts to achieve profitability and go for an initial public offering (IPO) in the next 24 months, according to the sources.

Indian-origin student found dead in US, shot self in head

Indian-origin student found dead in US, shot self in head

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

Sameer Kamath, a US citizen, was found dead in the woods on February 5 at approximately 5pm in NICHES Land Trust - Crow's Grove in Williamsport, Indiana.

'Now May Be The Time To Go All In'

'Now May Be The Time To Go All In'

Rediff.com21 May 2024

'For experienced and risk-taking investors, now may be the time to go all in.' 'By 'experienced and risk-taking', I refer to those who remained net buyers in equities during the early stages of the 2020 pandemic.' 'On the other hand, those who exited the markets during the pandemic may go the SIP way.'

'Market Assumes Modi's Easy Re-Election'

'Market Assumes Modi's Easy Re-Election'

Rediff.com29 May 2024

'We emphasise the importance of not basing investment decisions solely on electoral outcomes.' 'Instead, focusing on investing in high-quality businesses capable of prospering regardless of the political landscape is paramount.'

Ex-NITI Aayog employee dies in freak accident in London

Ex-NITI Aayog employee dies in freak accident in London

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Cheistha Kochhar, 33, was a Doctoral Candidate studying behavioural research since she moved to London from Gurugram, Haryana, last year.

Kolkata Firms Who Bought Electoral Bonds

Kolkata Firms Who Bought Electoral Bonds

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Trinamool Congress is the second highest recipient of political donations through electoral bonds.

Missed Promotion? 10 Tips To Succeed

Missed Promotion? 10 Tips To Succeed

Rediff.com29 May 2024

Setbacks and success are both a part of your professional journey. After all, the greatest success stories often begin with a healthy dose of overcoming adversity. Use this experience to fuel your ambition and keep your eyes firmly set on achieving your career goals, asserts Sonica Aron, founder of the HR consultancy firm, Marching Sheep.

Retired Indian colonel working for UN killed in Rafah

Retired Indian colonel working for UN killed in Rafah

Rediff.com14 May 2024

A retired Indian colonel working with the United Nations was killed in Gaza when the vehicle he was travelling in came under attack in strife-torn Rafah, the 'first international' casualty for the world body since the start of the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Does A Woman's Career End At 40?

Does A Woman's Career End At 40?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

RediffGURUS Ashwini Dasgupta, Anu Krishna, Dr Karthiyayini Mahadevan and Jinal Mehta answer queries from Rediff readers.

Pepperfry CEO Ambareesh Murty dies of cardiac arrest at 51

Pepperfry CEO Ambareesh Murty dies of cardiac arrest at 51

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

Pepperfry co-founder and CEO Ambareesh Murty passed away in Leh due to cardiac arrest, company co-founder and COO Ashish Shah said on Tuesday. Murty, 51 years, was also an angel investor. He recently announced completing 12 years at Pepperfry on his LinkedIn post.

'I was told I would never walk again'

'I was told I would never walk again'

Rediff.com14 May 2024

'And here I was, walking as a showstopper. I couldn't have imagined a more beautiful gift.'

Modi takes to LinkedIn to pitch for cashless transactions

Modi takes to LinkedIn to pitch for cashless transactions

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

"In 21st century India, there is no place for corruption. Corruption slows down growth and takes a toll on the dreams of the poor, neo-middle class and middle class," he wrote in an article posted on Linkedin.com.

NMDC poised for gains from demand triggers, expansion

NMDC poised for gains from demand triggers, expansion

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

NMDC reported a strong standalone revenue at Rs 5,410 crore, rising 45 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) and 35 per cent quarter-on-quarter (Q-o-q) in line with consensus. Iron ore sales at about 11.4 million tonnes (MT) grew 18.9 per cent Y-o-Y (19 per cent Q-o-Q). Realisation stood at Rs 4,679 per tonne, higher by 22 per cent Y-o-Y (12.9 per cent Q-o-Q).

How To Write A Good CV: 5 Expert Tips

How To Write A Good CV: 5 Expert Tips

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

Any candidate who can present a compelling resume is quite likely to outshine others who are in line for the same job, says Raj Tanwar, HR head, Advantage Club, a global employee engagement platform.