News for 'study abroad'

Recalled envoy cautions students going to Canada

Recalled envoy cautions students going to Canada

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Indians hoping to study in Canada should think twice because many students have ended up in substandard colleges with no job prospects despite spending lakhs of rupees, resulting in depression and suicide, India's top envoy there says.

UK Studi: Impressive facilities and curriculum

UK Studi: Impressive facilities and curriculum

Rediff.com12 Jul 2007

Aruni Mukherjee spent seven years studying and working in the UK. Today, he makes a passionate argument in favour of the UK education system, and hopes that India can implement changes.

Is it cheaper to study in Australia?

Is it cheaper to study in Australia?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2007

More and more students are flocking to Australia due to cheaper costs and easier the admission process.

Centre expects US to consider visa applications of Indian students

Centre expects US to consider visa applications of Indian students

Rediff.com29 May 2025

India on Thursday said it expects the United States to consider visa applications of Indian students on merit amid growing concerns over the Trump administration halting new student visa interviews.

Studying in Canada: 'I cherish the experience'

Studying in Canada: 'I cherish the experience'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2007

A student experience from the University of Toronto. Parshati Patel describes living on campus in a foreign university.

Sitharaman has a message for the fintechs

Sitharaman has a message for the fintechs

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday asked fintech startups to come out with solutions to deal with the rising incidence of digital arrests, cheating by fly-by-night operators, and other kinds of cyber frauds. Speaking at the Digital Payments Awards 2025 ceremony here, the minister credited fintechs with helping speed up financial inclusion and taking the payment system to even the far-flung areas of the country.

'What are the job prospects after MBA in the UK?'

'What are the job prospects after MBA in the UK?'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2012

In an online chat with readers, Dipti Punjabi, study abroad counsellor, EGE Global Education addressed queries on the eligibility criteria, various programmes, admissions, job prospects and more.

Why Did IMF Loan Pakistan Money During War?

Why Did IMF Loan Pakistan Money During War?

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

It is time for India to raise its voice not just through military prowess, but through professionalism, principled voting and partnerships, asserts Deepak Mishra.

History in Minutes: When Dr Ambedkar Was Denied Water

History in Minutes: When Dr Ambedkar Was Denied Water

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

On the 134th birth anniversary of the chief architect of the Indian Constitution, Utkarsh Mishra revisits three incidents from Dr B R Ambedkar's life that lay bare the deeply entrenched nature of caste prejudice.

'Indian parents are worried about return on investment'

'Indian parents are worried about return on investment'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2012

An expert's take on why it is important to plan in advance to secure your career, how studying abroad helps shape your life and offers advice on how to make the most of your experience.

Study US: 'Don't be fooled by big scholarship claims'

Study US: 'Don't be fooled by big scholarship claims'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2012

Dr Jonathan Weller, dean of international admissions at the University of Cincinnati, USA, offers Indian students advice on how to make an education abroad possible.

Ayodhya redeveloped after studying Vatican, Jerusalem, Tirupati, says architect

Ayodhya redeveloped after studying Vatican, Jerusalem, Tirupati, says architect

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Efficient land use, minimum congestion, a focus on dharamshalas (inns) and homestays, upgrading the infrastructure while retaining the historical and cultural character of the city are some of the highlights of the plan prepared by Kukreja, the managing principal of CP Kukreja Architects.

Study and work in Scotland

Study and work in Scotland

Rediff.com17 Mar 2006

Want to study in the UK? Read this!

Want to study in the UK? Read this!

Rediff.com7 Jan 2010

Important points students should know before flying to the UK.

M for Metreweli? Britain's MI6 gets first female boss

M for Metreweli? Britain's MI6 gets first female boss

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Metreweli, 47, has been promoted from current role as Director General, or 'Q', responsible for technology and innovation in MI6 and has previously held a director-level role at MI5 - the UK's domestic security service.

Looking to study in New Zealand?

Looking to study in New Zealand?

Rediff.com17 Apr 2007

More Indian students are looking at New Zealand as a higher education destination due to the variety of degree options it offers, clubbed with increasingly lenient immigration laws.

Want to do your MBA abroad? Work here first

Want to do your MBA abroad? Work here first

Rediff.com15 Dec 2005

Planning to do your MBA abroad? Overseas counsellor Karan Gupta tells you how to ensure your admission.

Why you must study in Denmark

Why you must study in Denmark

Rediff.com14 Jan 2009

In a four part series beginning today Pushpinder Bhatia talks about various aspects of studying in Denmark.

All you need to know about studying in Ireland

All you need to know about studying in Ireland

Rediff.com23 Jul 2010

Lavina Collins, deputy chief of mission at the Irish Embassy, discusses with RMS Atwal the various facets of education in Ireland,

Study UK: 'It opens your heart and mind'

Study UK: 'It opens your heart and mind'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2007

Mayank Singh, who studied in the UK, shares some experiences and gives some helpful advice to students preparing for departure.

US studies: 'Network before you leave'

US studies: 'Network before you leave'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2007

Former US student Aparajita Saha-Bubna answers questions about her study abroad experience. In particular, she describes preparing, leaving and adjusting.

Women We Admire: Anandibai Gopal Joshi

Women We Admire: Anandibai Gopal Joshi

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

This Women's Day week, we salute India's first female doctor, Anandibai Gopal Joshi. Her achievement opened the gates of freedom and liberty for India's women.

SAT: Your key to US studies

SAT: Your key to US studies

Rediff.com5 Jun 2007

SAT experts Atul Prashar and Aman Bansal discuss how to prepare for it, as well as what applying to US universities involves.

With Old Visa Doors Closing, Indians Forge New Paths

With Old Visa Doors Closing, Indians Forge New Paths

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Australia, Canada, US and UK are restricting immigration, but other countries are opening their doors.

Indian youth studying in US dies of malaria in Brazil

Indian youth studying in US dies of malaria in Brazil

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

A 23-year-old Indian student, studying in the United States, has died of malaria in Brazil, his father said on Sunday.

UK studies: 'The world will be your oyster'

UK studies: 'The world will be your oyster'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2007

A Former UK student details the positives and negatives of a UK education. He feels Indian students should go for foreign studies in order to broaden their horizons and sharpen their minds.

What Is Navya Naveli Studying At IIM-A?

What Is Navya Naveli Studying At IIM-A?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

Announced in January 2024, the BPGPA MBA is a blended (hybrid) programme that combines on-campus, in-person sessions and live interactive online sessions.

Scholarships for studying in India and abroad

Scholarships for studying in India and abroad

Rediff.com21 Nov 2005

The Paul Foundation invites applications from outstanding graduates and postgraduates for scholarships to study in India and abroad.

'7,000 More MBBS Seats, 3,000 For PG'

'7,000 More MBBS Seats, 3,000 For PG'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

India is trying to add 75,000 medical seats in five years as it also eyes to touch the WHO standard of one doctor for every 1,000 persons.

Ambedkar's legacy sparks fierce political clash on his birth anniversary

Ambedkar's legacy sparks fierce political clash on his birth anniversary

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

The birth anniversary of Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, whose political influence has surged with the passage of time, on Monday was marked by bitter trading of charges between the ruling BJP and opposition parties as they fought for his legacy.

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.'

'India Changed My Life'

'India Changed My Life'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Acharya Jonas Masetti, a Vedanta scholar from Brazil, was awarded the Padma Shri for teaching the Vedas, the Bhagavad Gita, Sanskrit, Yoga, Meditation and Indian spiritualism abroad.

Study NZ: Mandatory agents' licencing a boon

Study NZ: Mandatory agents' licencing a boon

Rediff.com8 Jul 2010

NZ offers students a host of education avenues. Harpreet Singh Oberoi, study visa and immigration expert, talks about these and other aspects of studying in NZ.

UK studies: Life with Rimpy Aunty the Super Cop

UK studies: Life with Rimpy Aunty the Super Cop

Rediff.com17 Jul 2007

Ajay Pal Agarwal, who studied at Canterbury University in the UK in 2002, shares his story. He talks about living with roommates, learning to cook and juggling school and work.

Influencer Sharmistha Panoli gets bail, police protection

Influencer Sharmistha Panoli gets bail, police protection

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

The Calcutta high court on Thursday granted interim bail to social media influencer Sharmistha Panoli, who was arrested by the Kolkata police for allegedly uploading a video with communal comments.

All you need to know about studying in Australia

All you need to know about studying in Australia

Rediff.com28 Nov 2011

With Australia relaxing its visa norms to accomodate more Indian students, the country could well be a good option to study abroad, says counsellor Suchitra Surve of Growth Centre.

Planning to study in the UK?

Planning to study in the UK?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2006