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Now, apply for a UK visa from home

Now, apply for a UK visa from home

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

On Demand Mobile Visa service is launched by VFS Global and UK Visas and Immigration.

Zomato puts on hold policy banning eateries over consumer complaints

Zomato puts on hold policy banning eateries over consumer complaints

Rediff.com16 Apr 2022

Zomato said late on Friday that it was pushing the implementation of the new food quality policy to May 3 from April 18.

Karnataka CM orders implementation of SC order on loudspeakers

Karnataka CM orders implementation of SC order on loudspeakers

Rediff.com9 May 2022

There were reports of such incidents at temples in various places including Bengaluru, Hubballi, Belagavi, Mysuru, Chikkamagaluru, Yadgir, Mandya and Kolar among other places.

Aryan Khan procured, distributed drugs: NCB to court

Aryan Khan procured, distributed drugs: NCB to court

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

Senior counsel Amit Desai, appearing for Aryan Khan, termed the NCB's contention as 'inherently absurd' and argued that when there was no recovery of drugs from him, then he should not be penalised at the stage of granting bail.

80% Indian engineers unfit for any job: Study

80% Indian engineers unfit for any job: Study

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

The annual employability report has some disturbing findings.

What is the cost of education in Singapore?

What is the cost of education in Singapore?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

Undergraduate courses indicatively cost S$23,000 to S$38,000, while postgraduate courses approximately cost S$15,000 to S$40,000.

Court grants bail to JNU professor in 8 sexual harassment cases

Court grants bail to JNU professor in 8 sexual harassment cases

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

Students, professors and women rights organisations have been protesting, demanding his arrest, after some students accused him of sexual harassment.

Delhi HC stays JNU's disciplinary action against Kanhaiya Kumar

Delhi HC stays JNU's disciplinary action against Kanhaiya Kumar

Rediff.com13 May 2016

The court also sought an undertaking from Kanhaiya that he will allow the university to function properly and there will be no agitation.

Karnataka imposes night curfew over new Covid strain

Karnataka imposes night curfew over new Covid strain

Rediff.com23 Dec 2020

Neighbouring Maharashtra on Monday had declared a night curfew in municipal corporation areas as a precautionary step amid growing concerns over a new coronavirus variant spreading in Britain.

Shah to table citizenship bill in Lok Sabha today

Shah to table citizenship bill in Lok Sabha today

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

In the afternoon, the home minister will introduce the Bill to amend the six-decade-old Citizenship Act and later in the day, it will be taken up for discussion and passage, according to the Lok Sabha's List of Business for Monday.

NEET, JEE to be conducted online, twice a year

NEET, JEE to be conducted online, twice a year

Rediff.com7 Jul 2018

The students can appear both the times in NEET and the best of the two scores would be taken in account for admission, the minister said. NEET is conducted for admissions to medical institutions across the country.

Amre applies for Team India's batting coach position

Amre applies for Team India's batting coach position

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

Praveen Amre has thrown his hat in the ring for the position of India's batting coach.

'Battling anti-Muslim agenda won't be easy'

'Battling anti-Muslim agenda won't be easy'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

'This chauvinistic attitude, what they call nationalism in the name of religion, is sad.' 'It is a tragic state that we are all in currently.'

Time for Supreme Court to revisit Mandal Verdict

Time for Supreme Court to revisit Mandal Verdict

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

Tamil Nadu's unending legislative fight for exemption from NEET has now flagged the question if it's time to review the Supreme Court's famous verdict in the 'Mandal case', fixing 50-per cent upper-limit for all reservations, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

These services are exempt from GST

These services are exempt from GST

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

Supplying food to schools under mid-day meal scheme, pre-schools and anganwadis is exempt from GST, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has said. Issuing a set of clarification on certain decisions taken by the GST Council in its 43rd meeting on May 28, the CBIC said it had received representations regarding applicability of GST on the issues as to whether serving of food in schools under mid-day meals scheme would be exempt if such supplies are funded by government grants and/or corporate donations. Under the goods and services tax (GST), any catering service, including mid-day meals, provided to an educational institution is exempt from the levy.

You can earn up to $25,000 to study sex

You can earn up to $25,000 to study sex

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

The end goal is to bring new information that can help people lead happier and healthier sex lives.

Ex-president Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed's kin left out of Assam NRC list

Ex-president Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed's kin left out of Assam NRC list

Rediff.com31 Jul 2018

The fifth president's nephew, 55-year-old Jiauddin Ahmed, his wife Akima Begum and sons Habib Ali Ahmed and Wajed Ali Ahmed are residents of Kalamoni Barhampur near Rangia in Kamrup district.

'Degree not sole proof of education'

'Degree not sole proof of education'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

'A mother, a farmer and cattle owner, all have valuable knowledge, but academia has failed to acknowledge their wisdom.'

Give Shehla 10-day notice before arrest: Court to police

Give Shehla 10-day notice before arrest: Court to police

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

The court had on September 10 directed her to join the investigation conducted by Delhi Police as and when called by the IO.

Payal Tadvi case: Court rejects bail of 3 docs

Payal Tadvi case: Court rejects bail of 3 docs

Rediff.com24 Jun 2019

After the judge pronounced the order, the three accused broke down and started sobbing in the court.

How to apply for Rhodes Scholarship 2017

How to apply for Rhodes Scholarship 2017

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

Selected candidates will get to pursue a fully funded course of their choice at the University of Oxford.

'If Section 66A of IT Act goes, something else will come in'

'If Section 66A of IT Act goes, something else will come in'

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

'The cases have not reduced because the prosecution has found some other way to stop people from using their right to free speech.'

Delhi govt recommends rejection of Dec 16 convict's mercy plea

Delhi govt recommends rejection of Dec 16 convict's mercy plea

Rediff.com1 Dec 2019

Delhi Home Minister Satyendar Jain has sent the file to Lt Governor Anil Baijal with Arvind Kejriwal government's recommendations in the case, they told PTI.

How charge sheet against Khalid leaked to media: Courts asks police

How charge sheet against Khalid leaked to media: Courts asks police

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Dinesh Kumar directed Delhi Police to file the reply by January 14 on how the charge sheet was allegedly leaked to the media before the court took cognisance of it.

ISRO developing green propulsion for Gaganyaan: Sivan

ISRO developing green propulsion for Gaganyaan: Sivan

Rediff.com26 Dec 2020

He also said it may be adopted for use in every stage of a rocket. He was speaking at the 16th convocation of SRM Institute of Science and Technology, near Chennai.

Study abroad tips: How to crack your visa interview

Study abroad tips: How to crack your visa interview

Rediff.com12 May 2016

Provide necessary documents. Be calm and confident.

Want to study abroad? Here's why you must start early

Want to study abroad? Here's why you must start early

Rediff.com8 Nov 2014

A student should begin the ground work in classes 9 and 10 in order to gain a clear understanding of what the college application process entails and to be prepared to deal with the pressures that will follow.

JNU row: Delhi HC asks Kanhaiya to move trial court for regular bail

JNU row: Delhi HC asks Kanhaiya to move trial court for regular bail

Rediff.com17 Aug 2016

Kanhaiya has approached the high court as his six-months interim bail is scheduled to expire on September 1.

Why 80% Indian engineers are unemployable

Why 80% Indian engineers are unemployable

Rediff.com6 May 2019

'50% of students lose out because of lack of English language skills.' 'Only 15% to 20% have the functional skills companies are looking for.'

Someone like Shiv Kumar had to be tamed

Someone like Shiv Kumar had to be tamed

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

'At 23, he has experienced what very few of his age have: Poverty at home, a stint in jail for his student activism.' 'His experience told him that if you want your rights, you have to fight for them.'

BEWARE! Fraud Journals On The Rise

BEWARE! Fraud Journals On The Rise

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

Cloned journals have become more rampant in the post-pandemic world.

8 tips to choose a good boarding school

8 tips to choose a good boarding school

Rediff.com4 Oct 2019

It is important to understand the resources that each boarding school offers.

6 jobs in demand in a post COVID-19 world

6 jobs in demand in a post COVID-19 world

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

Ambrish Sinha, CEO, MeritTrac Services, identifies 6 future-ready skills that a post-COVID-19 workplace will require.

SEE: Rajasthan Royals introduce virtual coaching, set up digital cricket academy app

SEE: Rajasthan Royals introduce virtual coaching, set up digital cricket academy app

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

In future versions, the app will not only expand its cricket coaching features, but will also focus on other aspects of the sport including mental and physical health, merchandising, and education.

10% quota in educational institutes 'herculean task'

10% quota in educational institutes 'herculean task'

Rediff.com16 Jan 2019

'It seems to be a hasty step ahead of the election.'

Laptops for students, Dalit deputy CM: AAP's promises in Punjab's poll manifesto

Laptops for students, Dalit deputy CM: AAP's promises in Punjab's poll manifesto

Rediff.com27 Jan 2017

The manifesto, on the lines of the party's promise in Delhi in 2015, also says the AAP government will set up Aam Aadmi canteens at sub-division and district levels where one time meal will be available for Rs 5, and reduce the power tariff to half for usages up to 400 unit.

UK student visa: Finance documents that you need

UK student visa: Finance documents that you need

Rediff.com7 Jul 2006

Kevin Woods, head, visa department, British Deputy High Commission, Chennai, says you will need to show evidence that funds will be available throughout the length of your course.

Unlock 4: Religious, sports events allowed from Sep 21

Unlock 4: Religious, sports events allowed from Sep 21

Rediff.com30 Aug 2020

In a significant directive, the home ministry said that state governments shall not impose any local lockdown outside the containment zones without prior consultation with the central government.

10 common study abroad mistakes you must avoid

10 common study abroad mistakes you must avoid

Rediff.com13 Feb 2012

From incomplete application forms to choosing the wrong university, here are some common study abroad mistakes Indian students make.