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The Chanakya Mantra For Success

The Chanakya Mantra For Success

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

'2,000 years later, we all want the same thing -- we want to live a healthy life, a life that has quality.' 'And Chanakya tells you exactly how to do that.'

PM inaugurates revamped Rani Kamalapati station in Bhopal

PM inaugurates revamped Rani Kamalapati station in Bhopal

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

He accused the previous governments of being sluggish on implementing railway projects and said the work of ambitious eastern and western dedicated freight corridors expedited only in the last six-seven years.

Nehru's policies, Ayodhya issue out of Assam Class 12 syllabus

Nehru's policies, Ayodhya issue out of Assam Class 12 syllabus

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

The chapters were dropped by the Assam Higher Secondary Education Council (AHSEC) for the 2020-21 session, as part of the 30 per cent reduction of the syllabus, keeping in mind the loss of academic schedule that the students had to face because of the pandemic.

'She harassed me, my family members and wants a divorce'

'She harassed me, my family members and wants a divorce'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

Want to buy gold this Dhanteras? Look at Sovereign Gold Bonds

Want to buy gold this Dhanteras? Look at Sovereign Gold Bonds

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

The best part is that an investor gets price appreciation and earns interest income as well, which is unique only to sovereign gold bond.

When Tendulkar battled cramps and severe diarrhoea during 2003 WC

When Tendulkar battled cramps and severe diarrhoea during 2003 WC

Rediff.com21 Dec 2019

Tendulkar's 673 runs in the 2003 World Cup in South Africa is the highest runs scored by an individual in a single edition but there were two matches where the maestro pushed his body beyond its limit.

DRDO gets govt nod to work on biological defence

DRDO gets govt nod to work on biological defence

Rediff.com12 May 2020

While it was not directly suggested that the COVID-19 pandemic was related to biological warfare, it is significant that the government is exhorting military laboratories to work concertedly on biological defence.

Cutting cake depicting national flag not an offence: HC

Cutting cake depicting national flag not an offence: HC

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

Cutting a huge cake depicting the National Flag and eating it could not be construed as an offence punishable under the relevant Act, the Madras high Court ruled.

HC praises Sushant, says his face revealed he was good person

HC praises Sushant, says his face revealed he was good person

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

The remarks were made by a bench of Justices S S Shinde and M S Karnik while reserving its verdict on a petition filed by Rajput's sisters - Priyanka Singh and Meetu Singh- seeking to quash an FIR for alleged forgery and fabrication of a medical prescription for their brother.

Dispute settled, Bengaluru to get new national cricket academy

Dispute settled, Bengaluru to get new national cricket academy

Rediff.com19 May 2017

"Congratulations to BCCI and Karnataka Government for resolving this long-standing issue. Special thanks to Amitabh Choudhary for making extra effort," Khanna said in a statement.

PHOTOS: Airports prepare to resume flight ops

PHOTOS: Airports prepare to resume flight ops

Rediff.com22 May 2020

About a third of operations will be allowed under strict norms from Monday. The civil aviation ministry has issued a set of detailed guidelines to resume operations. Here's a glimpse of how airports are preparing to resume operations as per the new guidelines issued.

SC rejects pleas seeking review of NEET-JEE order

SC rejects pleas seeking review of NEET-JEE order

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

'Applications seeking permission to file review petitions are allowed. We have carefully gone through the review petitions and the connected papers. We find no merit in the review petitions and the same are accordingly dismissed,' the bench said in its order.

Govt rebuts Rahul, says devices for disabled charged at 5% GST

Govt rebuts Rahul, says devices for disabled charged at 5% GST

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

From Braille writers and Braille paper to wheelchairs, talking books, assistive listening devices and implants for the severely physically-challenged will attract a Goods and Services Tax of 5 per cent. But inputs and raw material for manufacturing of these assistive devices or equipment attract 18 per cent GST. Since the final consumer tax is lower than the tax on inputs, a domestic manufacturer can claim refund, an official statement said.

Back pain is in your genes: Study

Back pain is in your genes: Study

Rediff.com9 Apr 2008

A twin study has shown that physical strain and exertion are not the only causative factors behind back pain, by finding that an individual's genetic makeup also plays an important role in the development of the condition. The researchers found that back pain problems have more to do with genetics than physical exertion.

Netflix-ication of print media in India?

Netflix-ication of print media in India?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

Monetising online readership, a deeper focus on content and getting revenue from the reader are ways to make the business future-proof, observes Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

Share your tips, strategies for IIT-JEE

Share your tips, strategies for IIT-JEE

Rediff.com26 Feb 2007

Are you an ex-IITian or a current student of IIT? Give those who plan to take IIT-JEE this year a helping hand.

IIT-JEE Main: Exam day guidelines

IIT-JEE Main: Exam day guidelines

Rediff.com14 Mar 2018

Experts draw up a checklist.

EC refutes RJD-Cong charge, says not under anyone's pressure

EC refutes RJD-Cong charge, says not under anyone's pressure

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

Responding to allegations that victory certificates were not been handed over to candidates from the opposition grand alliance by returning officers on 119 seats, the Commission said the latest figures on its website state that while 146 results have been declared and trends of 97 other seats were available.

'Smuggling to rise on RBI's new gold plans'

'Smuggling to rise on RBI's new gold plans'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2013

In a draft paper prepared by the RBI seeking public opinion until January 18, the banking regulator has proposed a financial instrument linked to gold to curb the demand of its physical holding.

Sony World Photography Awards 2022 Winners

Sony World Photography Awards 2022 Winners

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

The World Photography Organisation has announced the overall winners of the prestigious Sony World Photography Awards 2022.

Should you drink water before an intense workout?

Should you drink water before an intense workout?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2019

You can consume 5 to 10 ml of water per kilogram of body weight in the two to four hours before a workout

Parliament's monsoon session to see many firsts

Parliament's monsoon session to see many firsts

Rediff.com16 Aug 2020

For the first time, large display screens and consoles for participation from galleries, ultraviolet germicidal irradiation, special cables between the two Houses and polycarbonate separators will be in place.

How to crack IIT-JEE 2017

How to crack IIT-JEE 2017

Rediff.com12 Dec 2016

With less than five months to go, it's time you fine tuned your skills and assessed your preparation for the big day.

Now, a golden mutual fund

Now, a golden mutual fund

Rediff.com8 Feb 2007

You will soon be able to invest in gold in the paper form through Benchmark Mutual Fund's Gold Exchange Traded Fund.

When sports secretary 'just wanted to talk, not listen'

When sports secretary 'just wanted to talk, not listen'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2020

The All India Tennis Association (AITA), along with 10 other national federations (NSFs), was invited by sports secretary Radhey Shyam Julaniya for a video conference. AITA secretary general Hironmoy Chatterjee said they were 'extremely disappointed' by the attitude of Julaniya, who 'only talks and does not want to listen'.

Shahbaz Sharif arrested in two corruption cases

Shahbaz Sharif arrested in two corruption cases

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

Shahbaz was allegedly involved in the corruption of Rs14 billion Ashiana Housing project and Rs 4 billion Punjab Saaf Pani Company scams.

Ecomm firms ramp up as Omicron forces customers online

Ecomm firms ramp up as Omicron forces customers online

Rediff.com8 Jan 2022

Besides growing tech and digital enhancements, the firms are ramping up the hiring of more delivery partners and reinforcing existing Covid protocols.

'How long will you live fearing this virus?'

'How long will you live fearing this virus?'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2021

'These reports of cases being very low in other states, is it true? Are the numbers believable?'

Making Wikipedia more useful

Making Wikipedia more useful

Rediff.com18 Jan 2020

Guesstimates suggest that around 80 to 85 per cent of Wiki information is accurate. That is less than 95 per cent that is considered the gold standard for 'normal' encyclopedias'. But 80 per cent is a reasonable baseline for somebody who's starting to research a topic and it does suggest that crowd-sourcing works, even though it is a long way from perfection, says Devangshu Datta.

Unlock 1: Govt issues fresh guidelines for 'COVID-appropriate behaviour'

Unlock 1: Govt issues fresh guidelines for 'COVID-appropriate behaviour'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2020

'The aim of issuing these guidelines is to instil COVID appropriate behaviour to contain the spread of the disease while allowing social and economic activity'

Class 12 results: SC approves CBSE, CISCE assessment schemes

Class 12 results: SC approves CBSE, CISCE assessment schemes

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

There is no question of reversing earlier decision to cancel class 12 board exams, the Supreme Court said on Thursday and approved the assessment schemes of the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) and the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), which has adopted 30:30:40 formula for evaluation of marks for students based on results of class 10, 11 and 12 respectively.

Airborne coronavirus: 'Wear mask for longer time'

Airborne coronavirus: 'Wear mask for longer time'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

'People need not panic over new research findings that coronavirus is airborne as studies cited by a group of over 200 scientists only convey it can be 'at least temporarily' in air'

2 key farm bills get Parliament nod; Oppn creates ruckus in RS

2 key farm bills get Parliament nod; Oppn creates ruckus in RS

Rediff.com20 Sep 2020

The two bills -- Farmer's Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Bill, 2020, and the Farmers (Empowerment and Protection) Agreement of Price Assurance and Farm Services Bill, 2020 -- were passed by Lok Sabha on Thursday.

Leaders Need Strong Sense Of Who They Are

Leaders Need Strong Sense Of Who They Are

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

'I have always believed that life doesn't get easier or more forgiving; we only get stronger and more resilient.'

Space pioneer U R Rao passes into the ages

Space pioneer U R Rao passes into the ages

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

Dr Rao accelerated the development of rocket technology which led to the successful launch of ASLV and PSLV satellites.

Investing for women: Choosing between risk and safety

Investing for women: Choosing between risk and safety

Rediff.com2 Mar 2020

Being more financially savvy helps women choose the right balance between consumption spending vs investing for future and can hold them in good stead as life hands out various twists and turns along the way, says Piyush Baranwal

'We are the only nation which has given a bloody nose to China'

'We are the only nation which has given a bloody nose to China'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

'The Chinese fault lines are tremendous and we need to exploit them.'

How to prepare for the All India Pre Medical Test

How to prepare for the All India Pre Medical Test

Rediff.com20 Apr 2015

Follow the NCERT syllabus, take up mocks, and evaluate your performance from time to time

Attack, reverses, exits: Kerala saw it all in 2010

Attack, reverses, exits: Kerala saw it all in 2010

Rediff.com21 Dec 2010

The 'Taliban-like' attack on a college teacher by radicals who chopped off his hand sent shock waves across Kerala during the year which also saw the drubbing of the ruling Left Democratic Front in the local body polls.

'Earlier they loved Indians. Now they hate Indians'

'Earlier they loved Indians. Now they hate Indians'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2022

'Because of the UN vote.'