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Cracking CAT: Sure-fire Quant strategies

Cracking CAT: Sure-fire Quant strategies

Rediff.com14 Oct 2008

Experts at TIME address some of the common misconceptions about the Maths section in CAT.

CAT: A winning strategy

CAT: A winning strategy

Rediff.com25 Sep 2008

It would be an exercise in futility to experiment with new concepts at this point. All an MBA aspirant has to do right now is stay focused.

IELTS: Practice is the key to success

IELTS: Practice is the key to success

Rediff.com4 Sep 2008

Practice is the key to good band-scores and Indian students should make frequent use of the English language to improve their communication skills, says British Council's IELTS head in India, Kevin McLaven.

SIPs: A long-term investment strategy

SIPs: A long-term investment strategy

Rediff.com2 Sep 2008

Investors often mistake SIPs as an investment avenue rather than a mode of investing in mutual funds

SIPs: A long-term investment strategy

SIPs: A long-term investment strategy

Rediff.com29 Aug 2008

Investors should ideally invest via SIPs over at least 2-3 years.

Stressed with too many loans? Here's help

Stressed with too many loans? Here's help

Rediff.com5 Aug 2008

Consolidated debt fund is the answer for you if you are burdened with a whole lot of loan repayments from home loan EMIs to vehicle loans to credit card debt.

'Is masturbation harmful?' Sexual misconceptions

'Is masturbation harmful?' Sexual misconceptions

Rediff.com4 Aug 2008

A surprisingly large number of young couples have some ill-conceived notions about sex. We talk to the experts to help dispel common sexual myths.

'Non-communal BJP? You must be kidding!'

'Non-communal BJP? You must be kidding!'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2008

'Why on earth should I apologise? What did I do? I have been like this all my life. I only listen to my inner voice and do what I feel is right. I am a braveheart and am never scared. I have always swum against the tide and have never stooped,' Marxist stormy petrel Subhas Chakraborty lets fly

Left Parties to charge-sheet Centre

Left Parties to charge-sheet Centre

Rediff.com6 Jul 2008

As their "political marriage" is all set to end, the Left parties are out to target the ruling UPA for which they are preparing a "chargesheet" against the government detailing its "unkept promises" and "obsession" with the nuclear deal.

Who sets global crude oil prices?

Who sets global crude oil prices?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2008

OPEC does not set global oil price

'We never understood Vijay Tendulkar'

'We never understood Vijay Tendulkar'

Rediff.com19 May 2008

Executive producer of ETV, Santosh Ayachit has been an ardent fan of noted playwright Vijay Tendulkar. He even made a Hindi documentary called Aankahi Tendulkar to celebrate the talent. In the documentary, Tendulkar had spoken on many subjects apart from his literary contribution. He pays tribute to Tendulkar, who passed away this morning.

Golden rules of healthy travel

Golden rules of healthy travel

Rediff.com7 May 2008

Stay fit with these tips for a smoother trip.

Your roommie: A blessing or devil in disguise?

Your roommie: A blessing or devil in disguise?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2008

A student at Texas A&M University, USA, shares some pointers on how to go about picking a roommate in a foreign country.

3 common mutual fund misconceptions

3 common mutual fund misconceptions

Rediff.com12 Feb 2008

Investors end up making incorrect investment decisions

Study US: Violence a cause for concern?

Study US: Violence a cause for concern?

Rediff.com1 Feb 2008

With the recent violent incidents, parents and students across India are questioning the safety of studying in the United States. Some helpful tips.

India and China: Partners not rivals

India and China: Partners not rivals

Rediff.com30 Jan 2008

There is no doubt both India and China share the view that the management of their relations is of the highest priority for both countries. There is recognition that how India and China manage their relations as both countries emerge as major powers, would not only have an impact on their interests but also on Asia and the world as a whole.

PM unveils his vision of future of Sino-India ties

PM unveils his vision of future of Sino-India ties

Rediff.com15 Jan 2008

In a veiled reference to events in Pakistan and perhaps forces at home, Dr Singh said the rise of non-state actors, often based on intolerance, and narrow conceptions of identity, was a threat to all civilised nations.

Love learning languages? Make it your career!

Love learning languages? Make it your career!

Rediff.com27 Dec 2007

What a career in translation holds for you and how you can make a living from it.

Investment plan: Pick the right option

Investment plan: Pick the right option

Rediff.com10 Dec 2007

If the tax benefit is another factor that draws investors, then an Equity Linked Savings Scheme (ELSS), which is a mutual fund with the identical tax benefit under Section 80C, is a better option. Here too, you get the tax benefit and the investment is locked only for three-years.

CAT 2007: Advanced Verbal strategies

CAT 2007: Advanced Verbal strategies

Rediff.com10 Oct 2007

A look at some advanced level strategies and methods for CAT 2007 aspirants. Which questions should you answer? How can you shore up your vocabulary? Read on

CAT 2007: Ten common misconceptions

CAT 2007: Ten common misconceptions

Rediff.com9 Oct 2007

A look at ten common myths about the Common Admission Test. Is the CAT a test of aptitude? Is there any value to Mock Cat analysis? Read on

Gold Council  to double investment in India

Gold Council to double investment in India

Rediff.com25 Sep 2007

World Gold Council to double investment in India, views organised retail as a boon to industry

All about the First India Bear Fund

All about the First India Bear Fund

Rediff.com20 Sep 2007

The FIB Fund takes short positions in individual stocks and market proxies, and purchases put options, to benefit from a anticipated decline in particular stocks or stock market indices.

5 mutual fund myths busted

5 mutual fund myths busted

Rediff.com19 Sep 2007

In this article, we debunk 5 popular myths regarding mutual funds. Read on...

Setting up your own website: Designing a homepage

Setting up your own website: Designing a homepage

Rediff.com14 Sep 2007

In Part I of this feature, Ankur Jain discussed hosting options. Here, he explains how you can design a homepage for your own website.

SEZs: Exactly what's wrong with them

SEZs: Exactly what's wrong with them

Rediff.com25 Aug 2007

SEZs should be judged in the same way you would many other export promotion schemes such as Drawback, Duty Entitlement Pass Book and Export Promotion Capital Goods while discussing indirect taxes.

US studies: 'Get involved on campus'

US studies: 'Get involved on campus'

Rediff.com17 Aug 2007

P Banerjee, former US student, describes life abroad. She discusses academics, roommates and staying healthy at your US university.

UK studies: 'Glasgow attack won't affect students'

UK studies: 'Glasgow attack won't affect students'

Rediff.com6 Aug 2007

Paul Dryden, Third Secretary (Consular and Visa) at the British Deputy High Commission in Kolkata, answered questions about UK universities and student visas during a July 23 expert chat.

UK student visas: 'There are no guarantees.'

UK student visas: 'There are no guarantees.'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2007

Nick Jagger, Entry Clearance Officer with the British Deputy High Commission in Mumbai, dicusses studying in the UK. He looks at employment options and the different resources available to prospective students.

Should you opt for Arts in college?

Should you opt for Arts in college?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2007

The Arts stream is no longer considered an option just for potential homemakers and home science dropouts. Here's all you need to know about an Arts degree.

'You can't win hearts and minds with a gun'

'You can't win hearts and minds with a gun'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2007

'Alienation has to be addressed,' says Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister.

'Normalisation in J&K has gained momentum'

'Normalisation in J&K has gained momentum'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2007

An interview with former J&K chief minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed

Top 9 myths about birth control pills

Top 9 myths about birth control pills

Rediff.com28 Feb 2007

We bust common misconceptions about oral contraceptives.

Stay away from Indian markets, say FIIs

Stay away from Indian markets, say FIIs

Rediff.com28 Feb 2007

On the eve of the Budget, top foreign brokerage houses Morgan Stanley and JP Morgan were advising investors to stay away from the Indian stock markets, saying the risk factors involved in Indian equities are much higher.

Class XII exams: Maths = nightmares?

Class XII exams: Maths = nightmares?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2007

For those who have conquered the fundamentals, all they need now is practice. For those, who haven't the tips given below could benefit you.

SEZ policy: Land acquisition a grey area

SEZ policy: Land acquisition a grey area

Rediff.com1 Feb 2007

The Act is criticised as an imperial legislation, lacking ameliorative measures for the deprived, with obsolete benchmarks for determining compensation.

Why you need to go to bed

Why you need to go to bed

Rediff.com29 Jan 2007

If you want to stay slim, healthy and productive, you need at least eight and a half hours of sleep a day, says an expert.

Saying 'talaq' thrice not enough for divorce: HC

Saying 'talaq' thrice not enough for divorce: HC

Rediff.com21 Jan 2007

'Before talaq is pronounced -- orally or in writing -- there has to be an effort for reconcilition between the couple with the help of arbiters'.

Stocks: Stunning winners of last 10 years!

Stocks: Stunning winners of last 10 years!

Rediff.com10 Jan 2007

Severe speculative fever of the past 2 years has created a highly distorted list of wealth creators. Here is a story of winners and laggards in the past 10 years.

Group discussions -- what you need to know

Group discussions -- what you need to know

Rediff.com30 Nov 2006

Group Discussions, the next step after passing CAT, needs a deeper understanding and more practice than you think is necessary.

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