News for 'study abroad'

Study Abroad tips: The best undergrad courses in the US

Study Abroad tips: The best undergrad courses in the US

Rediff.com21 May 2016

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

Trump's $100K H-1B visa hike hits Indian workers hard

Trump's $100K H-1B visa hike hits Indian workers hard

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

The Trump administration has announced a massive increase in H-1B visa fees, imposing a $100,000 annual charge that will fundamentally alter how American companies hire skilled foreign workers, particularly impacting Indian IT professionals who comprise the largest group of beneficiaries.

Study Abroad: 'Testing out' can save time, money

Study Abroad: 'Testing out' can save time, money

Rediff.com18 Jan 2008

Miss A Gupta recently graduated with a Bachelors degree in Computer Science and Engineering from Texas A&M University. Here she shares some of her experiences with rediff.com.

Study Abroad: Top Australian hospitality colleges

Study Abroad: Top Australian hospitality colleges

Rediff.com2 May 2008

Well, in continuation to the article on careers in Australia, we look at various colleges and institutes in Australia offering career-oriented hospitality (commercial cookery / patisserie) courses.

Study Abroad: Spoken English is crucial

Study Abroad: Spoken English is crucial

Rediff.com10 Apr 2008

Tips on how to make a big impression in the IELTS by speaking right!

Mother, daughter con prospective grooms 'eager' to settle in Canada

Mother, daughter con prospective grooms 'eager' to settle in Canada

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

A mother and daughter in Punjab are accused of defrauding men by promising marriage and emigration to Canada. The mother allegedly used her daughter's photos and videos to lure victims, collecting large sums of money with false promises of a wedding and relocation.

'This Government Likes Parsis'

'This Government Likes Parsis'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

'Parsis are inclined towards people who work for the welfare of others.'

'Studying abroad is a personal decision'

'Studying abroad is a personal decision'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2007

Paul Michael and Yatin Madlani, visa officers at the British High Commission in New Delhi, answered questions about UK universities and student visas during a July 12 expert chat.

Study Abroad: Why SAT is important

Study Abroad: Why SAT is important

Rediff.com30 May 2007

If you want to pursue undergraduate studies in the US, you need to take the SAT. Here's what the test is all about.

Why rich Indians are planning to move to Greece or Grenada

Why rich Indians are planning to move to Greece or Grenada

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Given the strong interest among rich Indians to settle abroad, the Dubai-based company has opened a full-fledged office in New Delhi and plans to follow it up soon with an office in Mumbai and then a few in central and southern parts of the country.

Why rich Indians are planning to move to Greece or Grenada

Why rich Indians are planning to move to Greece or Grenada

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Given the strong interest among rich Indians to settle abroad, the Dubai-based company has opened a full-fledged office in New Delhi and plans to follow it up soon with an office in Mumbai and then a few in central and southern parts of the country.

Study Abroad: 10 things to know before you take off

Study Abroad: 10 things to know before you take off

Rediff.com21 May 2014

If you're travelling abroad for the first time, here are some things you should be prepared with.

Applying For US Visa? Clean Your Social Media First

Applying For US Visa? Clean Your Social Media First

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Delete posts that are offensive, political, divisive, or just plain immature, counsels Dr Karan Gupta.

Moving abroad to study? Coping with culture shock

Moving abroad to study? Coping with culture shock

Rediff.com30 Nov 2009

Moving abroad to continue your studies can be a daunting prospect. Ann Graham, an education journalist and web content manager of topgradschool.com tells you what to expect and how to cope.

Australia Visa Changes: What Indian Students Must Know

Australia Visa Changes: What Indian Students Must Know

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

Australia's new student visa rules focuses on stricter eligibility, higher financial and English language requirements among others.

Planning to study in the UK?

Planning to study in the UK?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2012

Many modern insitutes today are inspired by doyens like Oxford and Cambridge. The legacy lives on as UK universities continue to attract the best of talent, writes Naveen Chopra, Founder, The Chopras.

Beyond US, Canada, UK: Indian Students Now Prefer...

Beyond US, Canada, UK: Indian Students Now Prefer...

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Rediff reports on the reasons behind this dramatic shift.

Study Abroad: How to have a stress-free immigration

Study Abroad: How to have a stress-free immigration

Rediff.com13 May 2015

Apart from answering all these questions confidently, it is suggested that you keep all the relevant documents along with tickets and passport handy.

Study Abroad: How to get into a top b-school

Study Abroad: How to get into a top b-school

Rediff.com20 Feb 2016

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

Study abroad: Is your UK degree of value in India?

Study abroad: Is your UK degree of value in India?

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

The one-year Post Graduate programme from the UK is not recognised in India. The three-year professional degrees are also not valid. These norms restrict students from pursuing further education in India, and prohibits them from taking faculty positions in Indian colleges, finds Urmila Rao.

Study abroad: Flying to US makes more sense today

Study abroad: Flying to US makes more sense today

Rediff.com6 Oct 2009

Diamond Sodhi, a management graduate from the USA and visa expert, speaks about the various aspects of US education Indian students need to be aware of.

When Gujarati Muslims Dominated Bombay Politics

When Gujarati Muslims Dominated Bombay Politics

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

'They wanted the city to be a great business hub. They didn't like the fact that taxes collected in Bombay would go outside the city.'

Indians Choose Learning Holidays Over Leisure

Indians Choose Learning Holidays Over Leisure

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Travellers are keen to explore traditional Indian arts and crafts like Madhubani painting in Bihar, pottery and weaving workshops in Rajasthan, or Kathakali and Kalaripayattu training in Kerala.

11th Fail To IIT: Pani Puri Seller's Inspiring Story

11th Fail To IIT: Pani Puri Seller's Inspiring Story

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Harsh Gupta's first JEE attempt was plagued by ill-health. But he did not give up.

How New Visa Rules Will Affect Students

How New Visa Rules Will Affect Students

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

As the number of students seeking higher education abroad continues to rise, several countries are implementing new rules. Gaurav Batra, CEO and founder of Infinite Group highlights how these changes will impact Indians who are planning to study abroad.

You Can Be Deported From The US If..

You Can Be Deported From The US If..

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Universities and immigration authorities take student conduct seriously. Behaviour that is deemed unacceptable or dangerous can lead to legal consequences, including deportation, warns Dr Pananjay Tiwari, founder and director, Impel Overseas Education.

Can Trump's Diplomacy End Ukraine War?

Can Trump's Diplomacy End Ukraine War?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Trump has played throughout his career as a deal-maker who could deliver where others could not, and Ukraine represents the ultimate test of that image, notes Manish Dabhade.

Studying abroad? 6 rules you should never break

Studying abroad? 6 rules you should never break

Rediff.com18 Apr 2016

Are you overstaying on an F1 visa?

Study abroad: 'France is growing in popularity'

Study abroad: 'France is growing in popularity'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2010

Amarjeet Singh, managing director of Jalandhar-based Broadway Immigration Services, discusses France as a study destination.

F-1 Visa Changes: What Indian Students Should Do

F-1 Visa Changes: What Indian Students Should Do

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

Pananjay Tiwari, founder and director of Impel Overseas Education, explains how the new changes can impact Indian students who are applying to US universities and those who are already studying in the US.

Study Abroad: Cough up more security or top-up your loan

Study Abroad: Cough up more security or top-up your loan

Rediff.com5 Apr 2012

The new visa norms mean a student's budget goes up by Rs 4-5 lakh on average, besides the rupee volatility.

Study Abroad: Cough up more security or top-up your loan

Study Abroad: Cough up more security or top-up your loan

Rediff.com5 Apr 2012

The new visa norms mean a student's budget goes up by Rs 4-5 lakh on average, besides the rupee volatility.

'The Problem With Quick Fixes Is...'

'The Problem With Quick Fixes Is...'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

'...they always address problems superficially, never tackling root causes.' 'Currently, the policy response will focus on immediate relief -- getting people to safety, providing facilities, clearing debris.' 'This is necessary, but once immediate relief operations end, everything returns to 'normal' without addressing underlying vulnerabilities.'

Study abroad tips: How to write an essay

Study abroad tips: How to write an essay

Rediff.com16 Sep 2015

The essay is all about demonstrating who you are, says Syam Chandra.

Study Abroad: 10 tips to packing smart

Study Abroad: 10 tips to packing smart

Rediff.com26 Jun 2008

As much as you don't want to upset your Mom for not taking stuff that she wants you to, there are a few things you need to keep in mind when it comes to deciding what gets to be part of the 20-something hour flight and what does not.

Want to study in the US? Read this!

Want to study in the US? Read this!

Rediff.com23 Jan 2012

In the third part of the Study Abroad series, Suchitra Surve, counsellor, Global Education Counsel tells you everything you need to know about studying in the United States

Modi 3@1: Challenges, Opportunities Ahead

Modi 3@1: Challenges, Opportunities Ahead

Rediff.com9 Jun 2025

There are challenges galore before him, and it is not going to be easy. In the next four years, he has to conjure a system that changes the optics about him and the BJP both nationally and internationally so that he can ride back on his own, claim the top slot, and not have to lean on a coalition, asserts Ramesh Menon as Modi 3.0 completes a year in power.

Study Abroad: Beware of the Freshman 15!

Study Abroad: Beware of the Freshman 15!

Rediff.com21 Aug 2007

Karan Gupta discusses various facets of US university life -- academics, socialising and the dreaded Freshman 15.

Study abroad: How your educational loan works

Study abroad: How your educational loan works

Rediff.com9 Apr 2007

Some things you need, to garner an educational loan for studies abroad.

Study abroad: Only join an 'accredited' school

Study abroad: Only join an 'accredited' school

Rediff.com5 Mar 2007

If you have to fork out some more cash to attend an institution that has valid accreditation, it will be worth your while.