News for 'skill development'

Can't find a job? Here's why you MUST skill up

Can't find a job? Here's why you MUST skill up

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

Upskilling would not only improve chances of employability but would also increase the scope of jobs based on skills they have acquired over a period of time, says Akhand Swaroop Pandit, co-founder and CEO, The Catalyst Group.

A Salute To An IAF Legend

A Salute To An IAF Legend

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

'There cannot be anyone like Air Marshal Keelor -- he was so difficult to emulate.' Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd) salutes War Hero Air Marshal Denzil Keelor PVSM, KC, AVSM, VrC who passed into the ages last month.

Pick The Right Career After Class 12

Pick The Right Career After Class 12

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Considering factors like job prospects, growth potential and industry trends can provide valuable insights into selecting a suitable career path, suggests rediffGURU Rohit Gupta.

'Farmers are our Annadata'

'Farmers are our Annadata'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

This is the full text of the address to the nation by President Droupadi Murmu on the eve of India's 78th Independence Day.

Premier Skills launched

Premier Skills launched

Rediff.com4 Feb 2008

Warren Barton and Robbie Earle, two former Premier League stars, were in New Delhi on Monday to launch the League's innovative coaching development project Premier Skills.

Union Budget 2024-25: MSMEs bat for Rs 5,000 crore export booster

Union Budget 2024-25: MSMEs bat for Rs 5,000 crore export booster

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

India SME Forum, an organisation for small and medium businesses, has called for creating a dedicated fund of Rs 5000 crore for the export capacity development, promotion, and marketing of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in its Budget recommendation. The forum for MSMEs with over 98,000 members said that to enhance India's global competitiveness and increase its market share in global exports, it was "crucial to increase the number of active exporters and enable at least 3-4 lakh first-time micro, small, and medium exporters while supporting them in promoting Indian products globally."

DPharm Vs BPharm: Which Is Better For A Career In Pharmacy?

DPharm Vs BPharm: Which Is Better For A Career In Pharmacy?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

To pursue a job, DPharm candidates must complete two years of coursework, three months of hospital training, and then pass the exit exam. However, BPharm graduates can pursue a job right after completing their four-year course, informs rediffGURU Dr Nagarajan JSK.

'We want to build best housing finance company of future'

'We want to build best housing finance company of future'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

'Opportunity is there in each segment of the market. There is opportunity in affordable and specifically governed by government initiatives as well as for housing for all.'

'My Son Isn't Interested In Studies'

'My Son Isn't Interested In Studies'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

rediffGURU Aruna Agarwal, a qualified child psychologist and behaviour therapist with over 20 years of experience, offers parenting advice.

Vaishnaw visits triple train accident site, orders probe

Vaishnaw visits triple train accident site, orders probe

Rediff.com3 Jun 2023

Vaishnaw on Saturday said he had ordered a high-level probe into the derailment on Friday night.

Andhra court to hear Chandrababu's 2 bail pleas on Sept 19

Andhra court to hear Chandrababu's 2 bail pleas on Sept 19

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

He said the CID team of lawyers have opposed both the bail petitions on the grounds of maintainability and made submissions on the merits of the matter.

Bareilly's suspected serial killer held, admits to strangling 6 women

Bareilly's suspected serial killer held, admits to strangling 6 women

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Kumar was apprehended with the help of sketches and CCTV camera footage, senior superintendent of police Anurag Arya said.

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'What's sad today is that there are so many people who cannot find work, not because the country is devoid of that opportunity, but because we are not doing enough in the country.'

Air India, TASL to invest Rs 2,300 crore in Karnataka

Air India, TASL to invest Rs 2,300 crore in Karnataka

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Air India and Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL), a player in aerospace and defence solutions, on Monday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Karnataka government for an investment of ~2,300 crore in the state's aerospace and defence sector. The strategic move is expected to enhance Karnataka's aerospace ecosystem and help create over 1,600 direct and 25,000 indirect jobs in the state.

S Ramadorai quits govt bodies; rumoured to be next Tata Sons chairman

S Ramadorai quits govt bodies; rumoured to be next Tata Sons chairman

Rediff.com1 Nov 2016

His resignation as chairman of the government's skill development agencies triggered talk that he may be headed back to the Tata Group where a search committee is looking for a full-time chairman.

Chandrababu Naidu sent to jail for 14 days; TDP calls bandh on Monday

Chandrababu Naidu sent to jail for 14 days; TDP calls bandh on Monday

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

A local court in Vijayawada remanded Telugu Desam Party chief N Chandrababu Naidu in judicial custody for 14 days in an alleged multi-crore corruption scam on Sunday.

India needs 8 crore skilled workers in realty sector by 2022

India needs 8 crore skilled workers in realty sector by 2022

Rediff.com5 May 2015

Construction sector is one of the largest seasonal employment providers in India

Dharavi redevelopment: No land transfer to Adani group

Dharavi redevelopment: No land transfer to Adani group

Rediff.com16 Jun 2024

The multi-crore Dharavi slum redevelopment project involves no land transfer to the Adani group but to the Maharashtra government's departments, and the Ahmedabad-based conglomerate, as a project developer, will build houses that will be handed over to the same departments for allotment to residents of Asia's biggest slums, sources said. Denying allegations of land grab made by MP Varsha Gaikwad, sources close to the project said land parcels are to be transferred only to Dharavi Redevelopment Project/Slum Rehabilitation Authority (DRP/SRA) of the state government's housing department.

10 JOB skills that really matter right now

10 JOB skills that really matter right now

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

The ability to collaborate with your team and unlock synergies towards a common goal while operating from a remote location is one of the top and evergreen skills you can highlight on your resume.

Consumer goods firms likely to see an upswing after year of lull

Consumer goods firms likely to see an upswing after year of lull

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

The Budget proposals are expected to boost the fortunes of consumer goods and fast-moving consumer goods companies, which have been struggling with poor consumer demand for more than a year. The Budget announcements, such as the increase in standard deduction by Rs 25,000 for income-tax payers and slab revisions, will put more money in their hands, boosting consumer demand. Private consumption is also likely to benefit from a new scheme to offer internships to 10 million youths in the country's top 500 companies.

TOPS athletes to undergo off-field skills training

TOPS athletes to undergo off-field skills training

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju tweeted about the classes on Tuesday while a Sports Authority of India (SAI) official explained the motive.

Can Jayasuriya revive Sri Lankan cricket?

Can Jayasuriya revive Sri Lankan cricket?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Sri Lanka Cricket appointed former opener Sanath Jayasuriya as the full-time Cricket Consultant for one year.

Unemployment: One of the BIG problems facing Modi 3.0

Unemployment: One of the BIG problems facing Modi 3.0

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi led-NDA government in its third term must tackle the problem of unemployment in the country, especially in the unorganised sector and in small and medium enterprises, former NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Rajiv Kumar said on Monday. Kumar also emphasised that the government now must finalise the four labour codes as it has been delayed beyond expectations. "We must recognise that post-COVID economic recovery has been a K-shaped recovery.

'VinFast has committed $500 million to Tamil Nadu'

'VinFast has committed $500 million to Tamil Nadu'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

'Our objective is to reach a localisation rate of 50% in the span of five years.'

5 career skills that will matter in 2020

5 career skills that will matter in 2020

Rediff.com10 Dec 2019

In the age of robots and automation, skills such as people management, coordination and negotiations will be relevant, says Babita Shekhar.

'I Have To Be Aggressive'

'I Have To Be Aggressive'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

'If I'm too nice, it doesn't help in that position.' 'My position almost asks me to be aggressive and not very nice.'

India Needs A National Security Strategy

India Needs A National Security Strategy

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

The National Security Strategy document should flag all major issues concerning security strategy and provide guidelines to concerned departments to work out suitable action plans. Since the global and regional geopolitical canvas is dynamic, the NSS document should be deliberated at length before formulation and should be reviewed periodically, recommends Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).

'Difficult For Modi Govt To Win Floor Test'

'Difficult For Modi Govt To Win Floor Test'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

'The longevity of the government is a doubt for me because when the going gets tough, there could a be a point in time where there might be pressure, from within the party or from the allies.'

Almost 200K jobs vacant in 9 sectors in Q1, says survey

Almost 200K jobs vacant in 9 sectors in Q1, says survey

Rediff.com29 Sep 2021

Lack of skilled labour, among other factors, led to 187,062 vacancies in nine sectors during the first quarter of the current fiscal year, showed the new revamped quarterly employment survey (QES). This accounted for a little over 0.6 per cent of the total jobs given by these establishments till April-June 2021-22. The nine sectors - manufacturing, construction, trade, transport, education, health, accommodation and restaurants, IT/BPOs and financial services - employed 30.8 million people.

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

'Why Must I Put My Head On A Chopper?'

'Why Must I Put My Head On A Chopper?'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

'Once in a while, I flirt with the idea of direction.' 'If I direct, it will be a human story that touches me.' 'I'm nervous of forcing myself into making a socially relevant film.'

'My Daughter is Being Bullied. How Can I Help?'

'My Daughter is Being Bullied. How Can I Help?'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

rediffGURU Aruna Agarwal, a qualified child psychologist and behaviour therapist with over 20 years of experience, offers parenting advice.

'BJP Doesn't Own The Country'

'BJP Doesn't Own The Country'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

'My mother feels it will be tough and emotional for her to enter an assembly which has essentially been reduced to a municipality now.' 'My opinion is that even if it is a municipality one cannot cede that space to the BJP.'

T20 World Cup: Why New York pitch has been 'tough' for batters!

T20 World Cup: Why New York pitch has been 'tough' for batters!

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

South Africa skipper Aiden Markram claimed that batting on a 'slow and fresh' pitch in New York has been tough.

Health Premiums Rise: How To Stay Covered

Health Premiums Rise: How To Stay Covered

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Consider a combination of a base policy and a super top-up policy.

Nitish ready to win 'respect for father' in India jersey

Nitish ready to win 'respect for father' in India jersey

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

When he received his maiden call-up to India's T20I squad for the tour of Zimbabwe, 21-year-old Andhra all-rounder Nitish Reddy felt he has achieved only 50 percent of his goal to make his "Nanna" proud.

'Even If We Have To Die, We Won't Let This Port Come Up'

'Even If We Have To Die, We Won't Let This Port Come Up'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

'Modi knows the people here are opposed to this project, but he is using the might of government to push this port down our throats.'

Centre to set up 'PM Shri Schools' as a 'laboratory of NEP'

Centre to set up 'PM Shri Schools' as a 'laboratory of NEP'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday said the Centre is planning to set up 'PM Shri Schools' which will be aimed at preparing students for future and will be the laboratory of new National Education Policy (NEP). nbsp

Chandrababu Naidu Logs Back In Andhra Pradesh

Chandrababu Naidu Logs Back In Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Chandrababu Naidu's victory comes barely eight months after his political career seemingly crashed in September 2023 when the YSRCP government arrested him in an alleged corruption case.

'Banks must be prepared for providing UPI credit'

'Banks must be prepared for providing UPI credit'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

'A credit line on UPI is going to make banks think about credit fundamentally as they digitise the credit process entirely.'