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Australian students might intern in Indian companies

Australian students might intern in Indian companies

Rediff.com14 Aug 2014

The 2015 round will support approximately 60 scholarships and provide around $8 million in mobility grants for Australian undergraduate students.

Guilty review

Guilty review

Rediff.com11 Mar 2020

'Is a woman's integrity decided on the basis of her wardrobe and sexual confidence?' 'Guilty questions such primitive beliefs and the whole 'she asked for it' mentality,' says Sukanya Verma.

West Pakistan refugees in Jammu get domicile certificates

West Pakistan refugees in Jammu get domicile certificates

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

A divisional level officer said that over 1,900 domicile certificates have been granted to West Pakistan refugees and the process to grant all of them citizenship certificates is going on.

Why Indians Study Medicine In Ukraine

Why Indians Study Medicine In Ukraine

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

'With over 50 per cent of medical seats reserved for those who have the ability to pay a fee ranging from Rs 50 lakh to Rs 1.5 crore for a five-year MBBS course and quotas in accordance with affirmative policies in government colleges, the band of seats available for the not-so-rich and non-OBCs is very narrow.'

Working group on space to be among Quad leaders' announcements

Working group on space to be among Quad leaders' announcements

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

Quad leaders are also planning to roll out vaccine deliverables and announce a series of measures in the field of healthcare and infrastructure sector, officials in Washington, DC said.

US: Indian teen named Marshall Scholar

US: Indian teen named Marshall Scholar

Rediff.com21 Apr 2008

Would she plan a pre-emptive strike against Iran? No she wouldn't, said Sonia Sarkar, who a few hours later was to learn that she had made the grade, as one of 60 students nationwide chosen for the 2008 Marshall Scholarships, entitling her to a $30,000 annual scholarship.

Financing your international degree

Financing your international degree

Rediff.com7 May 2007

The first of a two part series, this article examines alternate sources of financial assistance for Indian students who plan to study abroad.

From a small town in Bihar to being a Rhodes Scholar

From a small town in Bihar to being a Rhodes Scholar

Rediff.com14 Dec 2011

Amit Kumar, who won the prestigious Rhodes scholarship for 2012, says he wants to develop a revolutionary technology that will help replace the combustible fuel source in automobiles with fuel cells. He shares his journey with us.

'If the Taliban see my father, they could harm him'

'If the Taliban see my father, they could harm him'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

For Afghans in India, including medical tourists from the war-torn country as well as migrants and refugees staying here much longer, the safety of friends and families is the biggest concern - particularly for those linked to the now collapsed government or who have had work ties with the US.

Does Biden trust India?

Does Biden trust India?

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

The Blinken visit indicated that the Biden administration is still somewhat tentative about the specifics of its relations with India, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan, who has served multiple stints at India's embassy in Washington, DC.

Valmikis of Jammu win 63-yr-long battle for domicile

Valmikis of Jammu win 63-yr-long battle for domicile

Rediff.com31 Jul 2020

The revocation of provisions of Article 370 of the Constitution has given a new lease of life to over 3,000 Valmiki community members who live on the land that was allocated to their ancestors when they shifted to Jammu from Punjab's Gurdaspur district on invitation of the erstwhile state government in 1957.

'Can I appear for IELTS and TOEFL?'

'Can I appear for IELTS and TOEFL?'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2015

Overseas education consultant NNS Chandra shares advice on how to pick the right international education.

Sindhu & Co will shine at Tokyo Olympics, says Gopichand

Sindhu & Co will shine at Tokyo Olympics, says Gopichand

Rediff.com3 Jan 2020

India's top players, including P V Sindhu, may not be going through the best of times, but national badminton coach Pullela Gopichand is still hopeful of a best-ever Olympics outing in Tokyo. Gopichand has produced two Olympic medallists -- Saina Nehwal (bronze in 2012) and Sindhu (silver in 2016).

Want to study at Oxford? Read this!

Want to study at Oxford? Read this!

Rediff.com9 Nov 2010

The Chevening Rolls-Royce Science and Innovation Leadership Programme, a programme for mid-career Indian professionals working in the fields of science, innovation and related public administration has been launched.

What minority status will mean for Jains

What minority status will mean for Jains

Rediff.com22 Jan 2014

Community will now avail of exclusive schemes run by the ministry of minority affairs.

Indian-American boy, 14, wins National Geographic Bee

Indian-American boy, 14, wins National Geographic Bee

Rediff.com14 May 2015

Karan Menon, a 14-year-old Indian-American student, has won the prestigious National Geographic Bee competition in the US, in which the top three positions were bagged by Indian-origin contestants.

JNU fees hike: Why the students are so angry

JNU fees hike: Why the students are so angry

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

'Once our voices are crushed, they can bring in an agenda of privatisation.'

Modi meets top American CEOs in first engagement in US

Modi meets top American CEOs in first engagement in US

Rediff.com23 Sep 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his engagements in the US on Thursday by meeting with leading American CEOs from five different key sectors and highlighted the economic opportunities in India.

3 Indian-origin teens bag prizes worth $100,000 at US science contest

3 Indian-origin teens bag prizes worth $100,000 at US science contest

Rediff.com11 Dec 2016

Shriya and Adhya Beesam won the competition while Vineet Edupuganti won the top individual award.

Is management your forte?

Is management your forte?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2006

The Asian Institute of Management invites applications for its Master in Business Administration and Master in Management programmes under its Washington SyCip Graduate School of Business.

Want to study engineering in France? Read this!

Want to study engineering in France? Read this!

Rediff.com2 Feb 2010

International Engineering network n+i and Michelin Tyres announce full sponsorships for postgraduate studies to Indian students going to French engineering colleges.

Is Modi copying Indira's Emergency textbook?

Is Modi copying Indira's Emergency textbook?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2021

'Consider Mrs Gandhi's view of her opponents: Traitors, anti-nationals, rumour-mongers.' Does the spirit of the Emergency-era Indira Gandhi still rule India? asks Vir Sanghvi.

Greetings pour in as Manmohan Singh turns 88

Greetings pour in as Manmohan Singh turns 88

Rediff.com26 Sep 2020

Singh, who headed the UPA coalition government between 2004 and 2014, turned 88 on Saturday.

First Manmohan Singh scholars to join Cambridge

First Manmohan Singh scholars to join Cambridge

Rediff.com5 Feb 2010

The University of Cambridge is all set to welcome the first three outstanding Indian students who have been awarded scholarships named after Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who graduated from the university in the 1950s.

Jagan cancels move to rename Abdul Kalam award

Jagan cancels move to rename Abdul Kalam award

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

Soon after the above government order was released, the Opposition strongly condemned the move.

Another TN village celebrates for a US appointment

Another TN village celebrates for a US appointment

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

The quaint little village of Perumapalayam near Erode is excited about Indian American, Dr Celine Gounder making it to the United States President-elect Joe Biden's COVID-19 advisory board since she has her roots in it and for her continuing support to its residents.

Tribal boy from Bengal set to play rugby in UK

Tribal boy from Bengal set to play rugby in UK

Rediff.com22 May 2010

tribal boy from West Bengal has received a scholarship to a college in Gloucestershire renowned for its sporting prowess and has qualified to play rugby for Gloucestershire side Longlevens RFC. 20-year-old Sailen Tudu was spotted playing rugby barefoot on wasteland in Kolkata and has won a scholarship to a college in Gloucestershire.

Vijender, Sushil foresee medals galore for India

Vijender, Sushil foresee medals galore for India

Rediff.com29 Jun 2010

Olympic bronze medalists Vijender Singh and Sushil Kumar on Tuesday said Indian athletes are preparing hard for the fast-approaching Commonwealth Games and the Asian Games and the country can expect a rich medal haul in the twin events.

'Covid has not crushed demand for foreign education, it has only delayed it'

'Covid has not crushed demand for foreign education, it has only delayed it'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2020

'Students are taking a keen interest in a hybrid model, where they start classes online and then complete the course on campus.'

Govt allocates Rs 99,300 cr for education in FY21

Govt allocates Rs 99,300 cr for education in FY21

Rediff.com1 Feb 2020

Steps will be taken to attract external commercial borrowing and FDI in the education sector, the finance minister said. Stating that govt will soon introduce new education policy, Sitharaman said online degree courses to students from weaker sections.

Studying without financial worries

Studying without financial worries

Rediff.com2 Apr 2010

A look at some of the trust-based scholarships on offer for higher education.

These government schools want to SUCCEED but...

These government schools want to SUCCEED but...

Rediff.com3 Feb 2020

Many or sometimes all the teachers are pulled into administrative and other non-teaching duties, says Anjuli Bhargava.

George Floyd laid to rest amid call for racial justice in US

George Floyd laid to rest amid call for racial justice in US

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

Floyd's death has sparked nationwide violent protests with some protesters resorting to looting and rioting across the country, leaving behind a trail of destruction.

Want to be the next Indra Nooyi? Apply here

Want to be the next Indra Nooyi? Apply here

Rediff.com16 Apr 2019

100 graduating students can win a fully funded scholarship and a career at Google or one of its partnering institutions.

Is studying abroad really expensive?

Is studying abroad really expensive?

Rediff.com17 Jun 2017

Dispel all your myths about taking a course abroad.

Study Abroad: The Scramble for Education Loans

Study Abroad: The Scramble for Education Loans

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

Indian students planning to study abroad this year have to pay higher fee, fund their quarantine stay and also compete for on campus work opportunities.

Delhi teen picked in Dutch club's youth squad

Delhi teen picked in Dutch club's youth squad

Rediff.com13 Aug 2017

NEC Nijmegen is a professional football club, which competes in the Dutch Eerste Divisie. The club's youth teams feature at the highest level in Dutch Youth Leagues and compete against top European clubs in international tournaments.

Virat Kohli reveals his 10-year plan

Virat Kohli reveals his 10-year plan

Rediff.com8 Sep 2017

India captain Virat Kohli will like to 'play for another 10 years' if he is able to train as hard as he is at this point of time in his career.

Study Abroad FAQs: Which specialisation should I choose?

Study Abroad FAQs: Which specialisation should I choose?

Rediff.com24 Dec 2014

Collegepond.com, a career guidance company responds to student queries on international admissions.