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Divya Nair

Divya Nair reports on young achievers, education, health, relationships and occasionally reviews Tamil and Malayalam movies. You can e-mail the author at divyan@rediff.co.in

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Move from jugaad to jhakaas: Anand Mahindra at IIT-B

Move from jugaad to jhakaas: Anand Mahindra at IIT-B

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

At the 53rd annual convocation ceremony of the IIT-B, Anand Mahindra urged graduates to focus on imagination.

For this IIT grad, even a newspaper was a luxury

For this IIT grad, even a newspaper was a luxury

Rediff.com6 Aug 2015

Shubham Kumar Gautam, son of a farmer and a Super 30 student, recounts how, in a journey laced with perseverance, grit and determination, he achieved what seemed impossible.

Why I want to adopt a child

Why I want to adopt a child

Rediff.com16 Jul 2015

'I don't understand what is so wrong about my husband and me wanting to adopt a kid? Unfortunately, we don't know many (rather any) examples of couples who endorse our choice of adoption. 'I have realised that we have a huge battle to fight. In the end, I hope we don't lose,' says Divya Nair.

Want to have a healthy period? Let's talk taboos!

Want to have a healthy period? Let's talk taboos!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2015

Team Menstrupedia is inspiring young girls to break taboos and speak about their problems related to menstruation and instilling confidence in them.

Recipe: How to make Paneer Chilli

Recipe: How to make Paneer Chilli

Rediff.com12 Jul 2015

The irresistible Indian sizzler is not only easy to make, it is gluten-free too.

'Demand inheritance, not dowry'

'Demand inheritance, not dowry'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2015

The first woman chief justice of a state in India Leila Seth talks about her career and how she went on to fight male bias and discrimination.

'If you want change, you must get your hands dirty'

'If you want change, you must get your hands dirty'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2015

Former Watson Fellow and social entrepreneur Srikar Gullapalli talks about the issues affecting India's growth and tells us why he wants more people to actively participate in building a bright future and put India on the global map.

Girl who lost both limbs scores 63 per cent in HSC exam

Girl who lost both limbs scores 63 per cent in HSC exam

Rediff.com27 May 2015

A student of commerce from SNDT girls college, Ghatkopar, Monika had lost both her limbs in a tragic train accident last year.

So what's the job market like now?

So what's the job market like now?

Rediff.com22 May 2015

Today, when you step out to find a job, organisations want to know whether you're able to apply that kind of knowledge at work, how much work experience or internship experience you have and your ability to contribute to the growth of the organisation.

Does a woman's career end at 40?

Does a woman's career end at 40?

Rediff.com13 May 2015

Among the greatest mistakes women make in their career is losing track of their career goals, not taking additional responsibilities and learning new skills and technology.

IIT-Bombay and Washington University launch joint MBA programme

IIT-Bombay and Washington University launch joint MBA programme

Rediff.com5 May 2015

This is the first time the American University has entered into an academic partnership with an Indian institute.

Meet the voice behind your favourite cartoons

Meet the voice behind your favourite cartoons

Rediff.com27 Apr 2015

Dubbing artiste Meghana Erande talks about some of her most important projects and how she found success in a niche industry.

A job site for CAs by CAs

A job site for CAs by CAs

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

Anurag Singal, founder of cajobportal, a job site that caters exclusively to CAs and commerce graduates tells us how he aims to skill and enable satisfactory employment to aspiring professionals.

'Your skills, not degree, will get you a job'

'Your skills, not degree, will get you a job'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

Atul Bhatnagar, COO, National Skills Development Corporation tells us how we can effectively tackle the issue of unemployability and make our youth more employable.

Listen up! Words of advice from this motivational speaker

Listen up! Words of advice from this motivational speaker

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

Motivational speaker and bestselling author Priya Kumar has a knack of talking to people and telling them stories that inspire them to feel good about their lives even in the worst of circumstances.

Why are Maharashtra students upset with CET results?

Why are Maharashtra students upset with CET results?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2015

From technical glitches to alleged unfair normalisation procedure, thousands of students hold the Directorate of Technical Education responsible for 'playing with their careers.'

Writing tips from successful authors

Writing tips from successful authors

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

Writer's block, rejection from publishers and negative criticism are just some of the problems first-time authors face.

Are Indian models not getting their due?

Are Indian models not getting their due?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2015

Mumbai-based model and design graduate Ritu Rathod gets candid.

Ugochi Latoya Igwilo is the first Nigerian model at Lakme Fashion Week

Ugochi Latoya Igwilo is the first Nigerian model at Lakme Fashion Week

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

"When I came to India, I did not have a plan. I had no friends or mentors. The journey to success hasn't been easy. But looking back, I feel the struggle was worth it. My parents and siblings are very proud of me today," says the 23 year old, Ugochi Latoya Igwilo.

'Not every model is dumb'

'Not every model is dumb'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

Germany-born Indian model Sheela Tiruchi talks about the most struggling days of her career and tells us why the profession deserves it due.

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