A lot has been written about Gukesh but have you wondered about how it is to be the parents of a genius and budding World Champion.
'We are going to need more technical people in government.' 'You can't expect a generalist to understand the complicated world of financial engineering.' 'I regret to say that most of our politicians have no competence to deal with these things. Nor is there a willingness to learn.'
Changes in regulations and the imminent enforcement of some long-standing regulations are pushing up the cost for banks apart from the general cost inflation.
rediffGURU Mayank Chandel, founder, CareerStreets, offers advice on what students can do after cracking the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test.
International education consultant NNS Chandra shares advice on how to pick the right international education.
Ms Swaraj was a conscientious woman who understood suffering and pathos and attempted in her inimitable way to mitigate them, recalls Rup Narayan Das.
You can apply for online MBAs that won't require CAT scores, suggests rediffGURU Mayank Kumar.
Get Ahead Shirish plans to study abroad and wants to know if Australia is a good MBA destination.
Rahul Bhattacharya, who is doing his PhD in the UK, shares what he has learnt about living as student in a foreign country.
Top Careers and You, exam experts, answer questions about the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
Readers discuss whether an international education is good for the individual and the nation.
Work with Jet Airways as a cabin crew professional or stand a chance to win a unique Rs 5 lakh-scholarship from Virgin Atlantic to study abroad. Read on for details
The study was constituted in March 2011 when the nation was debating on the amount of black money stashed within as well as outside the country with figures being projected by politicians and civil society to lakh of crores.
Sheikh Hasina, who was elected for a record fourth consecutive term and fifth overall term this year, was always admired by her supporters as "Iron Lady", before the dramatic development that abruptly ended her 15-year-rule in Bangladesh.
Anurag Tiwari, who belongs to Sarasan village in Lakhimpur district, said he has got selected to Cornell University where he would be pursuing higher studies in Economics.
Overseas education counsellor Karan Gupta who chatted with Get Ahead readers advises.
Sahu Jain Trust, a philanthropic organisation belonging to The Times of India Group announces overseas loan scholarships for higher studies abroad.
International education expert Karan Gupta has the answers to your queries.
The study was ordered in March 2011 when the nation was debating on the amount of unaccounted income with figures projected by politicians and civil society in crores of rupees.
Value-add to your resume with the various benefits offered by a foreign education.
Overseas education expert Karan Gupta tells you how to prepare and excel at GMAT and answers your queries.
Like many Indian students he aspired to be a doctor, but fate had other plans. Dr Srinivas Marmamula, Optometrist and Public Health professional, shares how he managed to create a niche for himself despite these academic setbacks.
You are an engineering graduate and want to pursue higher studies overseas. Do you know how to get an education loan for this purpose? Our education loan expert Harsh Roongta has all the answers.
While the basic cover is generally of around $50,000, limits for accident and sickness are up to $500,000. Here's a list of important covers that come bundled with travel insurance.
Prospective university students looking to study abroad, at both undergraduate and postgraduate level, will have the opportunity to meet with admissions directors and alumni of many of the world's top universities.
'Tax dodging through tax havens is one of the ways multinational corporations and the super-rich in India are using to evade taxes.'
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.
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) invites applications from the Indian as well as overseas nationals having Master's degree in Agriculture and allied sciences of the ICAR International Fellowships (ICAR-IFs) for the year 2009-10.
As news of Hasina's departure spread, hundreds broke into Hasina's residence, vandalising and looting the interiors, providing dramatic expression to the anti-government protests that have killed more than 100 people in the last two days. At the centre of people anger is the Hasina government's controversial quota system reserving 30 per cent jobs for families of veterans who fought the 1971 liberation war. With volatile crowds taking to the streets -- some clambering on Hasina's father and Bangladesh founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's statue and smashing it with hammers in a lasting image underscoring the fickleness of history -- Army chief General Waqar-uz-Zaman announced that the 76-year-old prime minister has resigned.
Connect with professionals in your field through LinkedIn, industry events and workshops. Attend job fairs, conferences and meetups to expand your network. Apply for internships or short-term projects to gain practical experience, suggests rediffGURU Aasif Ahmed Khan.
According to data from the Open Door Report published by the Institute of International Education, US was the preferred destination for Indian students, with 104,897 of them opting for courses in 2010.
The US is a hot destination these days for further studies, jobs and permanent citizenship. US visa expert Dr Arun Vakil tells you how you can secure your US visa.
Staff from the United States India Educational Foundation hosted a chat with rediff.com readers on June 23. The transcript.
Thousands succeed with degrees obtained in India. So, why the craze for education abroad?
'One day, just like that, without even saying goodbye, he was gone.'
Spain and Liverpool legend Luis Garcia believes that Indian football can touch global heights if the players are given exposure to different leagues abroad and nourish young talents and coaches methodically.
Gulshan Kumar, former Education Officer, Australian High Commission talks about the recent clamp down on student visas and why.
