News for 'work life balance'

COMING SOON: Withdraw EPF Money At ATMs

COMING SOON: Withdraw EPF Money At ATMs

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

By June 2025, financial freedom will be just an ATM away. Pleasantly surprised? But there's more, says Ramalingam Kalirajan

It's December. How's Your Portfolio Doing?

It's December. How's Your Portfolio Doing?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

'Asset allocation should change only if your goals, life situation, or risk profile have changed.'

J-K govt to make all efforts to restore statehood: LG

J-K govt to make all efforts to restore statehood: LG

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha assured the newly elected legislative assembly on Monday that the Omar Abdullah government will make all efforts for the restoration of full statehood and constitutional guarantees available to the state.

How life has changed for India's pharma salesforce

How life has changed for India's pharma salesforce

Rediff.com11 May 2020

Pharma companies gear up for the 'new normal' as they train and align their sales forces for a paradigm shift. GSK leads the charge with staggered return-to-work, others plans yoga sessions and health care webinars for salesperson's family.

Why Satya Continues To Sting And Sing

Why Satya Continues To Sting And Sing

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

While Satya's pleasures are palpable -- among them the poetry of the coarse language, the mercifully rough-hewn texture, the oh-so-familiar underdog story -- these pleasures hit you at a completely different speed. The movie is charged with a sense of discovery, and every shot is a cornucopia of details existing independent of the main story. It's touching, notes Sreehari Nair.

Success mantras from Kotak Mahindra's president

Success mantras from Kotak Mahindra's president

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

Shanti Ekambaram, president of consumer banking at Kotak Mahindra Bank, talks about her success mantras, career and money management lessons she learnt, work-life balance for working moms and what India's youth should aspire for.

OECD ranks 25 best countries in the world to live in

OECD ranks 25 best countries in the world to live in

Rediff.com30 May 2012

OECD has ranked countries in the block based on quality of life.

Fed up with WFH, Indian professionals want to return to office

Fed up with WFH, Indian professionals want to return to office

Rediff.com15 Sep 2021

One in three professionals in India is burnt out due to increased workload and stress, as the pandemic forces them to work remotely, even as the majority of the workforce feels they would want to return to work in some form, a study by professional network LinkedIn has found. LinkedIn on Tuesday launched findings of the "Future of Work" perception study by research firm Censuswide that focuses on the insights of 1,108 respondents in the age group of 16 to 68, who have worked from home during the pandemic due to Covid-19 restrictions. The survey captures the sentiment of the Indian workforce towards the impact of remote work, their plans to return to work, and work model preferences for the future.

'BF Wants To Marry But Has No Savings'

'BF Wants To Marry But Has No Savings'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

rediffGURU Kanchan Rai urges you to talk about your problems so you can seek solutions and also transform your life.

Is It Okay To Marry A Younger Guy?

Is It Okay To Marry A Younger Guy?

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

Have a calm conversation with your parents, expressing your feelings for your boyfriend while being open about the current situation between the two of you. Sometimes, parents worry because they don't know the full picture, says rediffGURU Kanchan Rai.

The Silent Crisis of Student Suicides

The Silent Crisis of Student Suicides

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

What is pushing students to take this extreme step?

'I Want To Make Serious Films That Are Also Cheesy'

'I Want To Make Serious Films That Are Also Cheesy'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

'In Mumbai, isolation is a very different isolation.' 'It's not about actual physical loneliness.' 'It's the loneliness in the company of others, and I felt that that is a very Mumbai thing.' 'You can be travelling in the ladies compartment squashed against everybody's armpits and still be really, really sad and alone.'

How do whole life insurance policies work?

How do whole life insurance policies work?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

Deciding whether a whole life insurance plan is a smart option or not hinges on the financial situation of the insurance buyer

Buy Health Insurance Or Invest In FD?'

Buy Health Insurance Or Invest In FD?'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Milind Vadjikar your insurance, stocks, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

'My Uncle Is Flirting With Me. Pls Help'

'My Uncle Is Flirting With Me. Pls Help'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

rediffGURU Anu Krishna offers advice on how to deal with complicated situations in a relationship.

How Sholay, Deewar, Aandhi Changed Cinema

How Sholay, Deewar, Aandhi Changed Cinema

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

'Do films today even have the courage to question the establishment?'

Matka Review: Bland :(

Matka Review: Bland :(

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Varun Tej's committed performance somehow rescues Matka from being a pointless venture with stylish flourishes and interesting ideas, observes Arjun Menon.

Want To Take Your Parents For A Holiday?

Want To Take Your Parents For A Holiday?

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

From specialised senior-friendly tours to redesigned hotel amenities, hotels are becoming increasingly attuned to the unique requirements of elderly travellers.

A-I pilot unions seek airline chairman's intervention to address their grievances

A-I pilot unions seek airline chairman's intervention to address their grievances

Rediff.com19 Dec 2022

Air India's pilot unions on Monday alleged that working conditions are hostile at the airline and sought Tata group chairman N Chandrasekaran's intervention to resolve the issues. Tata group took control of loss-making Air India in January this year. The two pilot unions -- IPG and ICPA -- claimed that despite its unflinching support extended to Air India in its growth and expansion plan, the management has not reciprocated in the same manner.

'Want to prepare for crunch moments in next 18 months'

'Want to prepare for crunch moments in next 18 months'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

In the next 18 months, India will play several marquee events including the Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test series against Australia in November, next year's ICC Champions Trophy and a possible appearance in the World Test Championship Final in June.

Google is once again India's best employer

Google is once again India's best employer

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

Indian workforce prefers to work for companies operating in sectors like IT, followed by BFSI and retail & FMCG.

Tilak: The Man In His Times

Tilak: The Man In His Times

Rediff.com21 Sep 2024

Lokmanya Tilak lived a life replete with contradictions, although he modified many of his positions later in life.

1 out of 10 professionals in metro cities face anxiety or depression!

1 out of 10 professionals in metro cities face anxiety or depression!

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

What's even more worrying is the age distribution.

The freelancing way of life and business

The freelancing way of life and business

Rediff.com27 Nov 2017

Service sector and employees alike are embracing the gig economy in India.

I have always enjoyed being a leader: Suryakumar

I have always enjoyed being a leader: Suryakumar

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Indian cricket is set to embark on a new era under new T20 captain Suryakumar Kumar and new head coach Gautam Gambhir.

How To Deal With Rising Rents

How To Deal With Rising Rents

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

While tenants can't escape the impact of rising rentals entirely, they can adopt a few strategies to reduce the impact.

Indian History Could Have Changed If...

Indian History Could Have Changed If...

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

'Had these leaders known that Jinnah was dying...'

Are public-sector 'wives' BETTER placed?

Are public-sector 'wives' BETTER placed?

Rediff.com19 Nov 2012

There is a general perception that public sector banks treat their wives better as compared to their private sector counterparts.

Indian employees prefer career advancement to higher pay

Indian employees prefer career advancement to higher pay

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

Apart from skill development, employees are considering work-life balance.

'Indian food is the perfect, balanced, diet'

'Indian food is the perfect, balanced, diet'

Rediff.com12 May 2022

'The way desi food is cooked in our homes makes it so delicious and yummy.' 'It is a great digestive meal.'

7 Physio Tips For A Slimmer Waistline

7 Physio Tips For A Slimmer Waistline

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Start with 20 to 30 minutes of moderate-intensity cardio -- like brisk walking, cycling, or jogging -- three to five times per week to increase calorie burn, says rediffGURU Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan.

Men and women want different job perks

Men and women want different job perks

Rediff.com22 Jul 2013

Researchers found that qualities men and women look for in a new job are significantly different.

'Chess has always lacked a bit of professionalism': Gujrathi

'Chess has always lacked a bit of professionalism': Gujrathi

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

Gujrathi, who was a part of India's gold-winning campaign in the Chess Olympiad recently, says the sport's ecosystem needs a major overhaul to ensure players have more balance in life.

Attention Deficit Disorder, The Problem Alia Bhatt Faces

Attention Deficit Disorder, The Problem Alia Bhatt Faces

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Attention Deficit Disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by difficulties with attention, concentration and impulse control, explains Mehezabin Dordi, clinical psychologist at the Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital.

How Serena balances motherhood and career

How Serena balances motherhood and career

Rediff.com17 Aug 2018

The 36-year-old, talked about what she has been going through since giving birth to her daughter, Alexis Olympia, who turns one this September.

Shocking! Working women face online sexual harassment

Shocking! Working women face online sexual harassment

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

'Male colleagues are stalking them on social media or sending friend requests, commenting on their pictures when they are not even friends.'

'I Want To Make More Money'

'I Want To Make More Money'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2024

'I want to do some things, like take my mum on the Orient Express to Venice.'

HDFC Bank Q3 profit edges up 2.3% on slower loan growth

HDFC Bank Q3 profit edges up 2.3% on slower loan growth

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

HDFC Bank on Wednesday reported a 2.3 per cent year-on-year rise in its consolidated net profit to Rs 17,657 crore for the October-December quarter, restricted by slower loan growth. On a standalone basis, the largest private sector lender's net profit came at Rs 16,735.50 crore for the period, up from Rs 16,372.54 crore in the year-ago period, but marginally down from the preceding quarter's Rs 16,820.97 crore.

Emily in Paris Season 4 Part 1 Review: No Dull Moments Here!

Emily in Paris Season 4 Part 1 Review: No Dull Moments Here!

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Emily In Paris Season 4 offers more drama, high fashion, scandal and chaos to keep you entertained, observes Divya Nair.

'When It Happened To Me, I Was Shocked'

'When It Happened To Me, I Was Shocked'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

'I have had my share of unpleasant situations being a woman, like so many other actors have gone through.' 'I took it in my stride because I knew it happens.' 'What saved me was what my mother used to say: Education.'