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Will minimum salary of H1-B visa holders be hiked?

Will minimum salary of H1-B visa holders be hiked?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2017

Given the sharp differences that the Democratic and Republican lawmakers and the White House has on various aspects of immigration reform including H-1B, the Congressional passage of the bill and its becoming a law as of now appears to be a tall order.

'It is my love for the people of this country'

'It is my love for the people of this country'

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

'I can't help it if people don't love the minorities, the Dalits and Adivasis; they are as much of this country as any other Indian.' 'If I love them, it does not mean I do not love my country.' 'It is ironic and funny that they have laid such severe anti-national charges against me.'

COVID-19 can reset wrongs done to invisible millions

COVID-19 can reset wrongs done to invisible millions

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

'The Modi government must create conditions to integrate millions into the rural economy as many migrants are certainly not going to return to live an undignified life,' notes Ramesh Menon.

32 CAPF hospitals earmarked to treat COVID-19 patients

32 CAPF hospitals earmarked to treat COVID-19 patients

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

The total capacity of these 32 earmarked hospitals is 1,890 beds, a senior official said.

Infosys in talks with clients on US Immigration bill

Infosys in talks with clients on US Immigration bill

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

Infosys on Friday said it is in discussion with clients for a contingency plan to ensure business continuity in the event of the US immigration reforms bill becoming a law.

No H-1B visa caps for data localisation: US State Department

No H-1B visa caps for data localisation: US State Department

Rediff.com21 Jun 2019

International companies usually store data on global servers and the requirement to store data locally would require them to make an additional investment. But policymakers in India believe storing data locally would help monitor and conduct investigations if the need arises.

WFH: 10 healthy tips for young professionals

WFH: 10 healthy tips for young professionals

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

Aditya Bafna, MD, CEO, Seva Group explains how a healthy and mindful habits can help improve productivity at the workplace.

JD-U releases manifesto, mocks RJD's jobs promise

JD-U releases manifesto, mocks RJD's jobs promise

Rediff.com23 Oct 2020

Apart from outlining its future plans for the development of Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar led party also referred to poll promises made by the rival Grand Alliance, including approving 10 lakh jobs, and sought to know from where would they manage Rs 5 lakh crore additional money that will be required for fulfilling their 'lofty' announcements.

'India needs to retrain 285 million working individuals'

'India needs to retrain 285 million working individuals'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2012

Of these, 150 million have not even completed primary education. Providing job-relevant vocational skills to these workers is a unique challenge that India faces, said the report.Vocational education from the secondary school level should be pursued, and efforts should be made to retrain 285 million adult workers with just primary schooling or less, according to Anu Madgavkar, senior fellow, McKinsey Global Institute.

How will Modi fix the terrifying jobs crisis?

How will Modi fix the terrifying jobs crisis?

Rediff.com3 Dec 2019

'The rise in unemployment, underemployment, discouraged workers and job insecurity is likely to continue, with very adverse consequences for the nation's economic well-being and social cohesion,' warns Shankar Acharya.

Full Text: President's joint address to both houses of Parliament

Full Text: President's joint address to both houses of Parliament

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

Here's the full text of President's Ram Nath Kovind's address to the joint sitting of both houses of Parliament on the first of Budget Session 2022.

Applying after a break? THIS is how you write a CV

Applying after a break? THIS is how you write a CV

Rediff.com28 Nov 2018

Always emphasise that it was 'YOUR' decision to take a break and then come back, says Neha Bagaria.

US govt puts bill to ease green cards on hold

US govt puts bill to ease green cards on hold

Rediff.com7 Dec 2011

The bill, the 'Fairness for High-Skilled Immigrants Act' (HR 3012), which sailed through the US House of Representatives last week on a 389 to 15 vote, had been sent to the Senate for consideration.

10 traits every hiring manager wants in a new hire

10 traits every hiring manager wants in a new hire

Rediff.com3 May 2016

These qualities will put you on top of the game.

'Remember, Yamaraj attacks us even more when we're down'

'Remember, Yamaraj attacks us even more when we're down'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

The masked, blue gowned and now fogged face shields were highly skilled and capable health care workers -- but inside their protective clothing they were people, with emotions -- sad, fearful, tears pouring down their masks and dripping off the sky blue water repellent gowns. Even Kevin the hulk, the male nurse who I saw lift a patient single-handedly to place an X-ray plate under the chest, was staring at his foot wear, moved to tears. Dr Sanjeeth Peter reveals what goes on in a Covid ICU: The second of a heart-wrenching multi-part diary of a Covid Warrior.

India biggest buyer of Covid vaccine with 1.6 bn doses

India biggest buyer of Covid vaccine with 1.6 bn doses

Rediff.com4 Dec 2020

India has purchased 500 million doses of the Oxford University-AstraZeneca vaccine candidate, one billion from the United States company Novavax and 100 million doses of the Sputnik V candidate from Russia's Gamaleya Research Institute, according to the US-based Duke University Global Health Innovation Center.

Many young people fear losing their jobs to robots, survey finds

Many young people fear losing their jobs to robots, survey finds

Rediff.com18 Jan 2016

In India, 60 per cent said they think they have the skills needed for their careers

The Doctor Who Brought Hope To Thousands Of Women

The Doctor Who Brought Hope To Thousands Of Women

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

Dr Mahendra N Parikh changed the field of medicine in India, opening its scope to include thousands of women by bringing their health issues at the forefront.

How you can add value to your career

How you can add value to your career

Rediff.com26 May 2015

Your current job holds the mirror to your future.

US Senators introduce legislation to cut H1B visas by 15,000

US Senators introduce legislation to cut H1B visas by 15,000

Rediff.com9 Dec 2015

US Senators introduce legislation to cut H1B visas by 15,000.

Malaysia to issue resident passes to professionals

Malaysia to issue resident passes to professionals

Rediff.com1 Apr 2011

Pass holders would be allowed to work without any employment restrictions for five to 10 years.

'Cricket should be on back burner until COVID-19 situation improves'

'Cricket should be on back burner until COVID-19 situation improves'

Rediff.com18 May 2020

Cricket's return should not be a priority while the country is fighting the coronavirus pandemic, England fast bowler Mark Wood has said as he questioned whether everyone involved in a match would be safe. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) last month extended the suspension of the professional game until July 1 but England players will return to individual skills-based training next week in venues across the country.

2 Indian-Americans arrested for H1B visa fraud

2 Indian-Americans arrested for H1B visa fraud

Rediff.com13 May 2015

The conspiracy with which Patel and Mohta are charged carries a maximum potential penalty of five years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

'Pay isn't everything, Indians prefer ideal job'

'Pay isn't everything, Indians prefer ideal job'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

Around 83 per cent of Indian office workers love their jobs.

How people struggle for a living in India

How people struggle for a living in India

Rediff.com22 Jun 2012

India's streets are bustling with small businesses.

Sr managers paid 11.7 times higher than lower level staff

Sr managers paid 11.7 times higher than lower level staff

Rediff.com5 Mar 2015

Disparity in India during last six years, senior managers have been paid 11.7 times more than their lower level workers

'Both India and China must help Nepal, more so India'

'Both India and China must help Nepal, more so India'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2015

Siddhartha Kaul, president of SOS Children's Villages International that has been involved in earthquake relief work in Nepal, speaks to Rashme Sehgal.

Meet the most improved Indian fielders

Meet the most improved Indian fielders

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

'The mindset of the players combined with the increased levels of fitness, and then we can chip in with the technical aspect of fielding and the awareness and anticipation part. So combining all this definitely helps them improve their fielding skill'

Don't make irresponsible statements: Modi to BJP's leaders

Don't make irresponsible statements: Modi to BJP's leaders

Rediff.com22 Apr 2018

The PM also told his party's leaders that their responsibility has risen as public support has increased for the BJP.

Planning vocational course in Oz? Check new rules

Planning vocational course in Oz? Check new rules

Rediff.com17 May 2010

Australia has announced a new preferred occupation skills list, dropping occupations like hairdressing and cookery in favour of doctors, nurses and engineers.

Nadda elected BJP chief unopposed, replaces Shah

Nadda elected BJP chief unopposed, replaces Shah

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

Jagat Prakash Nadda was elected unopposed as the Bharatiya Janata Party national president on Monday after he emerged as the only leader in the fray following the nomination process in which his candidature was endorsed by top party leaders.

Obama's immigration tweaks leave Big Tech wanting more

Obama's immigration tweaks leave Big Tech wanting more

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

The president's moves will make it easier for entrepreneurs to work in the United States

Doctors, lawyers and academics on strike

Doctors, lawyers and academics on strike

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

Ajit Balakrishnan offers a thinking man's guide to the angst of the professions.

How India will create 11 lakh jobs in six months

How India will create 11 lakh jobs in six months

Rediff.com30 May 2019

Rituparna Chakraborty, co-founder and EVP, TeamLease Services explains which sectors will contribute to India's growth story.

Biden announces $1.9 trillion COVID-19 stimulus plan

Biden announces $1.9 trillion COVID-19 stimulus plan

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

Biden's proposal also sets aside USD 20 billion for a national vaccination programme and USD 50 billion to scale up coronavirus testing.

Rapid antigen tests are spuriously comforting: Scientists

Rapid antigen tests are spuriously comforting: Scientists

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

'There are not enough RT-PCR tests and they take a long time to do in specialised centres. So the world is using RA tests for the same reason that India is using them, and with similar somewhat spuriously comforting rationale'

100 days of Modi 2.0: Govt to show it fulfilled promises

100 days of Modi 2.0: Govt to show it fulfilled promises

Rediff.com7 Sep 2019

BJP would observe the next 10 days -- from Sunday to September 17, the birthday of the PM -- as 'seva parva'.

Trump to announce new immigration, Green Card policy

Trump to announce new immigration, Green Card policy

Rediff.com16 May 2019

As of now, about 66 per cent of the green cards are given to those with family ties and only 12 per cent are based on skills.

India's Covid fatality rate at 1.93%, recovery rate at 72%

India's Covid fatality rate at 1.93%, recovery rate at 72%

Rediff.com16 Aug 2020

'The USA crossed 50,000 deaths in 23 days, Brazil in 95 days and Mexico in 141 days. India took 156 days to reach this national figure'

What IndiGo needs to do to restore its image

What IndiGo needs to do to restore its image

Rediff.com25 Nov 2017

IndiGo clearly needs to refresh its HR and training manual, says Shyamal Majumdar.