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After death sentence, what Kasab will endure
Rediff.com6 May 2010The death of the biggest mass murderer on Indian soil is evident with the special court handing out the death sentence to Ajmal Kasab. Even though he is a Pakistani national tried in the Indian court, all norms prescribed will apply to him since he has been convicted under the provisions of the Indian Penal Code.
Want to be an entrepreneur? Start young
Rediff.com23 Apr 2010The co-founders of Innoz Tech, which deals in rich mobile and web applications, have decided to take the less-trodden path.
From B-school to dusty rural roads
Rediff.com5 Apr 2010Starting with villages in Sangli district of Maharashtra, Dharma today sells products and services.
The 'smart' way to go mobile
Rediff.com28 Oct 2009Smartphones are increasingly enabling enterprise applications like SFA, ERP, and CRM to go mobile. With higher bandwidth available through 3G networks, this trend would enable more enterprises to offer their enterprise applications on the mobile platform.
Planning to buy a house? Do it right now!
Rediff.com9 Oct 2009In an hour-long chat, Santosh Naik, managing director and chief executive of Disha Direct Marketing Services Pvt Ltd, offered some valuable realty tips.
MapmyIndia: The successful biz of digital maps
Rediff.com8 Oct 2009MapmyIndia has the first mover's advantage but with players like SatNav Technologies, Reliance ADA group and Google, the competition is hotting up.
12 killed in landslide in Mumbai
Rediff.com4 Sep 2009Twelve people, including children, were killed and 13 others injured in landslides triggered by heavy rains in suburban Andheri in Mumbai on Thursday night, the police said.
It's a baby boy for Jennifer Hudson, fiance
Rediff.com12 Aug 2009The Grammy award-winning singer gave birth to son David Daniel Otunga Jr on Monday.
Batting becomes easy with a tailored cricket bat
Rediff.com30 Jul 2009When Australian Lachlan Fisher watches the third Ashes Test starting Thursday, he'll be keeping his eye more on the cricket bats used by the players than the game, with his rivalry directed at English bat-makers.
Study UK: Are there scholarships to Oxford, LBS?
Rediff.com22 May 2009Amit and Chandan from the Education UK team, British Council, hosted a chat with Get Ahead readers on May 15. The transcript.
Goldman Sachs to train Indian women entrepreneurs
Rediff.com5 May 2009As part of its focus on developing startups across the world, Goldman Sachs is looking at training and development of around 29 select women entrepreneurs in India.
Now, a powerball to get muscle tone without workou
Rediff.com30 Apr 2009Do you want to get those flabby arms in shape without having to lift heavy dumbells? You might want to check out the NSD Powerball.
10 fastest fuel-efficient cars
Rediff.com24 Apr 2009Ten autos that combine great gas mileage and speed.
Best real estate deals in your area
Rediff.com18 Feb 2009Do you know what's the going rate per square foot in your neighbourhood? Is it the best time to buy real estate/ home? Or should you wait for a while before buying your dream home?
The post CAT catch!
Rediff.com23 Dec 2008Now that the CAT is done with, it is time to once again start focusing on the plan ahead. Here's a plan to crack post CAT tests like group discussions, personal interviews, extempores etc.
Former England bowler Lewis arrested for drug smug
Rediff.com9 Dec 2008Former England cricketer Chris Lewis will appear in court on drug smuggling charges on Tuesday after around four kilos (9 lbs) of cocaine was seized at London's Gatwick Airport, the Home Office said.
Study Abroad: Best B-schools in the UK?
Rediff.com20 Nov 2008Experts from the British Council hosted a chat with GA readers on November 19. For those of you who missed the chat, here's the unedited transcript:
Study UK: Scholarships for MS courses?
Rediff.com4 Nov 2008Education UK experts at the British Council Nim Bahadur and Sonu Hemanii hosted a chat with GA readers on October 29. The transcript.
Study Abroad: MS or MBA in the UK?
Rediff.com14 Oct 2008To address questions related to education in the UK, experts Preeti Gadok and Aprajita Kalra, hosted a chat with GA readers on October 10. The transcript.
Columbia moves away from traditional MBA models
Rediff.com1 Oct 2008A complete overall of the MBA curriculum, a move away from traditional teaching models, a rebranding of the school and the establishment of its own publishing imprint have all kept faculty and staff at the school busy over the past 12 months. And there is more to come.
Study UK: 'Can I extend my student visa?'
Rediff.com24 Sep 2008Education UK experts at the British Council, Nim Bahadur and Sonu Hemanii, hosted a chat with readers on September 23. for those of you who missed the chat, here's the unedited transcript.
For the adventure seeker...
Rediff.com12 Sep 2008Z-BAC Adventures, an ISO 9001:2000-certified organisation, conducts adventure outings, expeditions, programmes for kids and 'wilderness conferences' designed to re-connect with nature and challenge oneself.
Mumbai: Dera chief's bodyguard kills 1
Rediff.com21 Jun 2008One person was killed on Friday in firing by a bodyguard of Dera Sacha Sauda chief Ram Rahim Singh, which is at loggerheads with the Sikh clergy, during clashes between Sikhs and supporters of the group in a mall in a north-east Mumbai suburb, police said. The clashes occurred during a visit by Singh in the Nirmal Lifestyles mall in suburban Mulund late on Friday evening, they said.
Study UK: Is MBA an expensive affair?
Rediff.com29 Apr 2008Part III of the unedited transcript of UK visa officials' chat with GA readers regarding studying abroad.
Careers in the Merchant Navy: Training institutes
Rediff.com19 Mar 2008India has many fine maritime institutes set up by the government, all of them very demanding and very rewarding. Choose wisely.
Do foreign B-schools demand work experience?
Rediff.com26 Feb 2008Education consultant Karan Gupta hosted a chat with rediff.com readers on study abroad issues. The transcript.
Vacancies for technology professionals
Rediff.com21 Feb 2008Accenture announces opportunities for experienced professionals.
How to lose weight, get rich and holiday in Vegas
Rediff.com4 Feb 2008Dr Joseph Chemplavil's novel weight-loss initiative inspired Dieting for Dollars, a Canadian Broadcasting Corporation Television broadcast January 13. Dr Chemplavil, a cardiologist based in Hampton, West Virginia, says patients who join his program must sign a contract: "You lose one pound of your original weight and I give you a dollar. But if you gain a pound you have to give me a dollar." He calls it "reward and punishment at the same time."
Study UK: 'Can I work part-time?'
Rediff.com31 Jan 2008UK officials including Paul Michael chatted with Get Ahead readers on January 24. Part I of the transcript.
Peninsula inks Rs 1,200 cr land deal with Essar
Rediff.com15 Jan 2008Ashok Piramal Group company Peninsula Land has inked a property deal worth Rs 1,200 crore (Rs 12 billion) with Essar Realty Holdings, the realty arm of the Essar Group, to sell and lease premises at its upcoming IT park named Peninsula Technopark on LBS Marg in Kurla. The deal was signed recently, according to sources.
BSNL launches caller tracking facility
Rediff.com5 Jan 2008BSNL has launched location based services, including caller tracking facility, in North East India.
All-India Entrance Test for MBA, MCA admissions
Rediff.com14 Dec 2007Bharati Vidyapeeth University, Pune announces the All-India Entrance Test for admissions to MBA and MCA courses for 2008-09.
Global agriculture boom has just begun only...
Rediff.com13 Dec 2007Worldwide food demand is growing, and continued economic growth around the world is only going to spur more and more food demand. Once you add the growth in the world population to the mix, you've got one heck of an investment opportunity cropping up (pardon the pun) in the agricultural industry.
Global MBA -- a post-CAT back-up option
Rediff.com26 Nov 2007Contrary to the general belief, global B-schools like Harvard, Wharton, LBS, INSEAD are a reality for many Indian students, especially for you. Here's why you should at least consider them.
CAT 2007: Analysis and expected cut-offs
Rediff.com18 Nov 2007Overall, even though the paper did not pose any surprise, pattern wise, with the number of questions remaining 75 as last year, the level of difficulty was increased by at least two to three notches.
English bloopers: A guide for everyone
Rediff.com7 Sep 2007Many words in English look and sound the same, but have different meanings. Do you understand the differences between them? Read on
'Study finance for a career in investment banking'
Rediff.com28 Aug 2007Karan Gupta discusses MBA programmes, various degrees and competitive examinations.
US studies: Tips on travel and baggage
Rediff.com7 Aug 2007A look at airline baggage allowances and regulations for US-bound students.
Want to train with India's top companies?
Rediff.com31 Jul 2007WLC College India is offering a traineeship programme and a study abroad programme in several locations around Mumbai.
MBA: Which degree specialisation is best for you?
Rediff.com13 Jul 2007Karan Gupta, overseas education consultant, discusses MBAs and how you should choose your degree specialisation.