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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.

How To Secure Child's Financial Future

How To Secure Child's Financial Future

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

By following the path of Kula Dharma as mentioned in the Bhagavad Gita, you will not only be securing your child's future but also contributing to your own early sukoon (peace and well-being), says Vatsal Ramaiya

Securities transaction tax on F&O hiked from October 1

Securities transaction tax on F&O hiked from October 1

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday said the securities transaction tax (STT) will be increased on futures and options (F&O) trade from October 1 to discourage retail investors from investing in the risky instrument.

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.

5 Mistakes First-Time Entrepreneurs Must Avoid

5 Mistakes First-Time Entrepreneurs Must Avoid

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

To take the 'Idea to Enterprise' journey, you need to be open about your idea and articulate it to potential customers, existing entrepreneurs, experts in your industry and well-wishers.

Should You Invest In NPS?

Should You Invest In NPS?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

'Young investors with limited funds should ensure that investing in NPS does not crowd out their other, more liquid, investments.'

10 Things Women Shouldn't Feel Guilty About

10 Things Women Shouldn't Feel Guilty About

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

Women should not feel guilty for standing up for themselves and saying NO when needed, says Shahzeen Shivdasani.

How To Select The Right Index Mutual Funds

How To Select The Right Index Mutual Funds

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Among index funds, the most popular products are funds tracking the Nifty 50 and Sensex, says Dwaipayan Bose, and explains the finer points of selecting the right index mutual fund.

Can An Ischemic Stroke Cause Sudden Death?

Can An Ischemic Stroke Cause Sudden Death?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

When the artery going to the brain gets clogged or closes off, and a part of the brain goes without blood for too long, it is called an ischemic stroke.

8 Debt Fund Investing Myths Busted

8 Debt Fund Investing Myths Busted

Rediff.com29 May 2024

P V Subramanyam clears some misconceptions about debt funds.

7 Ways Gita Can Help Achieve Peaceful Retirement

7 Ways Gita Can Help Achieve Peaceful Retirement

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

Vatsal Ramaiya draws wisdom from the Bhagvad Gita and correlates it to how you can build a decent corpus to achieve a peaceful retirement.

How To Keep Your Bones Healthy

How To Keep Your Bones Healthy

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Protein, calcium, vitamin D and other micronutrients play crucial roles in maintaining the health of bones and joints and should be incorporated into your diet, says Dr Sagar Hingrajiya, consultant orthopaedics, Bhailal Amin General Hospital.

How Will Budget Impact Stocks? Ask Ambareesh Baliga

How Will Budget Impact Stocks? Ask Ambareesh Baliga

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

Do you have Budget related queries? Ask Finance Expert Ambareesh Baliga.

Stocks: When To Buy? When To Sell?

Stocks: When To Buy? When To Sell?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

The challenge isn't in selling -- it's easy to sell when the market peaks. The real challenge is in buying back.

Investing in IPOs: What First-Time Investors Must Know

Investing in IPOs: What First-Time Investors Must Know

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Are you a first-time IPO investor? Even if IPOs appear attractive with expectations of high returns, they come with risks and complexities, cautions Sheetal Jhaveri and shares her checklist to help you navigate through the world of IPOs

8 Tips To Make Learning FUN for Kids

8 Tips To Make Learning FUN for Kids

Rediff.com5 Dec 2023

By incorporating creativity into academics using items you already have at home and encouraging exploration, you can make the learning journey not only enjoyable but also memorable.

Top 10 Skills To Succeed At Work

Top 10 Skills To Succeed At Work

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Digital literacy is emerging as the professional language of 2024. It is the ability to process complex data sets, deploy critical communication technologies appropriately and validate your importance at your workplace, explains Jagdeep Kochar, managing director, Baker & Taylor India.

What Is A Start-Up Visa? How You Can Get One?

What Is A Start-Up Visa? How You Can Get One?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Businesspersons who have the potential to contribute to the economy of a country are given a red carpet welcome by way of a start-up visa.

How To Forgive A Cheating Partner

How To Forgive A Cheating Partner

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

Rebuilding a relationship after an affair requires a lot of effort, says Sybil Shiddell, country manager India, Gleeden, a discreet extramarital dating Web site.

'I faked my CV and cracked an interview'

'I faked my CV and cracked an interview'

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

rediffGURUS Ashwini Dasgupta, Kanchan Rai and Rajesh Nair offer important career advice.

Selling Jewellery? You Can Save Capital Gains Tax

Selling Jewellery? You Can Save Capital Gains Tax

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

Taxpayers seeking to save tax from the sale of gold (including inherited) should reinvest the capital gains in residential property to avail of the benefit provided by Section 54F.

Reconsider Your Investment Strategy

Reconsider Your Investment Strategy

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

One common mistake investors commit during profit booking is not having a plan for the redeployment of the money that comes into their account.

FMPs Or TMFs? Where Should You Invest?

FMPs Or TMFs? Where Should You Invest?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

FMPs remain an option for investors who believe interest rates could head downward over time and wish to lock in the current rates. TMFs have very low expense ratios, which makes them cost-efficient.

Here Are Tax Saving Options For You...

Here Are Tax Saving Options For You...

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

Don't solely focus on tax-saving alone.

First Time Sex? How To Deal With Sexual Anxiety

First Time Sex? How To Deal With Sexual Anxiety

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

There is no one 'right' method to have sex, and it is crucial to keep this in mind as everyone's sexual experience is different, advises Sybil Shiddell, country manager India, Gleeden, a discreet extramarital dating Web site.

How To Heal From Toxic Relationships

How To Heal From Toxic Relationships

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

When things don't materialise the way toxic people want them to, they may try different ways to control you.

For What Duration Must I Invest?

For What Duration Must I Invest?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

Tactical investors should have an investment horizon of around six months to one year, long-term investors should stick around for 10 years or more.

Education vs Personal Loan: What You Must Know

Education vs Personal Loan: What You Must Know

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Personal loans offer more flexibility in usage but may come with higher interest rates and shorter repayment terms. It is important for individuals to evaluate their needs, financial situation, and future goals before deciding between the two loan options.

Should You Invest In Liquid Rate ETF?

Should You Invest In Liquid Rate ETF?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

'Liquid ETFs help in cash management by enabling a smooth transition between equity and cash within the same settlement cycle, as they trade in the same segment as equity.'

Want Tax Benefit On Insurance Plan?

Want Tax Benefit On Insurance Plan?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

An individual can avail tax deduction on the amount spent during the year on a deferred annuity for self, spouse, or child.

Want To Know Where To Invest? Read This

Want To Know Where To Invest? Read This

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

A portfolio can be rebalanced by either selling a portion of the outperforming asset class or by buying more of the underperforming asset class.

Want To Gift Investment?

Want To Gift Investment?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

If the gift is received from a relative, there is no tax implication. But if the gift is received from a non-relative and exceeds Rs 50,000 in value during a financial year, the entire value of the gift is taxable.

Are you paying property tax? If not, read this now

Are you paying property tax? If not, read this now

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Municipal corporations penalise late property tax payments. 'Penalties can include attachment of properties, bank accounts, rent and other movable assets," says Anand Moorthy, co-founder, Square Yards.

Using An App For A Loan? Read This First

Using An App For A Loan? Read This First

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

Borrowing from a fraudulent loan app subjects the borrower to a variety of risks.

Cancer Tests You Must Do

Cancer Tests You Must Do

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Dr Minish Jain, director of medical oncology, Ruby Hall Clinic highlights the need and importance of early screening to detect and prevent cancer.

How To Maintain Your Credit Score

How To Maintain Your Credit Score

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

Do not shop around for loans immediately after getting a secured credit card. Such loan enquiries can also pull down credit score, as they are treated as a sign of credit-hungry behaviour.

38,800 teachers will be hired for Ekalavya Model Residential Schools: FM

38,800 teachers will be hired for Ekalavya Model Residential Schools: FM

Rediff.com1 Feb 2023

As many as 38,800 teachers will be hired for Ekalavya Model Residential Schools, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Wednesday. Presenting the last last full Budget of the second term of the BJP-led NDA government ahead of the general elections in 2024, she said a national digital library for children and adolescents will be set up for facilitating quality books.

Buying Financial Products? Beware!

Buying Financial Products? Beware!

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

Avoid relying on a bank RM for investment advice. Instead, approach a Sebi-registered investment advisor whose livelihood depends on the fee paid by his customers and not on product commissions.

Investing In Cryptocurrencies? Read This

Investing In Cryptocurrencies? Read This

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

If investing in Bitcoin, adopt a three to five-year horizon and invest systematically to gain from its volatility.

The Top Ranked University In India Is...

The Top Ranked University In India Is...

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Like last year, IISc Bangalore, Delhi University and five Indian Institutes of Technology -- Bombay, Delhi, Madras, Kharagpur, Kanpur -- have secured positions in the elite top 100 institutes in Asia.