Search results for ' Common Misconceptions'

How have new mutual funds fared?

How have new mutual funds fared?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2006

The Rahul Dravid of Indian politics

The Rahul Dravid of Indian politics

Rediff.com12 Jun 2019

'On a new kidney, her immune system still getting used to it, she took on the Pakistanis at the UN, held meetings with her counterparts from across the world, and presented a picture of incredible poise and dignity,' notes Shekhar Gupta.

'He was a Google'

'He was a Google'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2019

Remembering journalist extraordinaire Kanti Bhatt.

Mid-caps can make you big money!

Mid-caps can make you big money!

Rediff.com27 Jan 2005

Why sunglasses are a must in winter

Why sunglasses are a must in winter

Rediff.com15 Dec 2016

The threat of UV radiation exposure remains as severe in winter as in summers. In fact, it may be higher!

3 sex mistakes almost all Indian men make in bed

3 sex mistakes almost all Indian men make in bed

Rediff.com5 Dec 2016

Don't be afraid to ask questions like 'How does this feel?' or 'Do you want something different?'

What the Internet holds for India in 2018

What the Internet holds for India in 2018

Rediff.com1 Jan 2018

Or, what will the Indian policy process allow it to be, says Ajit Balakrishnan.

National Herald a 'very weak case' but Gandhis can be arrested, say top lawyers

National Herald a 'very weak case' but Gandhis can be arrested, say top lawyers

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

Senior criminal lawyers explain the minutiae of the National Herald case in an effort to help sort out the legal intricacies of the case for the layman.

5 myths you must know about your credit score

5 myths you must know about your credit score

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

Outright fear and lack of awareness can harm your CIBIL score

'Mumbai attack was a jehadi fundraiser'

'Mumbai attack was a jehadi fundraiser'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2008

'Three days of terror, beamed live around the world. There's a lot of money in it.'

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.

6 ways filing IT returns has become more complicated

6 ways filing IT returns has become more complicated

Rediff.com21 Jul 2017

New ITR form may be simpler, but some changes could stump you.

Golden rules of healthy travel

Golden rules of healthy travel

Rediff.com7 May 2008

Stay fit with these tips for a smoother trip.

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

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.

Bollywood couples heat up mag covers

Bollywood couples heat up mag covers

Rediff.com7 Jul 2010

Here is what makes these couple covers all the more special.

10 most common workout mistakes you're probably making

10 most common workout mistakes you're probably making

Rediff.com27 Apr 2015

Fitness entrepreneur Nawaz Modi Singhania and founder of Body Art Fitness Studio lists them out. Read and learn!

Five tips to ace credit card management

Five tips to ace credit card management

Rediff.com31 Jul 2016

Credit cards, if used properly, can be a great way to build one's CIBIL score.

The biggest mistakes investors make

The biggest mistakes investors make

Rediff.com31 May 2006

Images: England survive, Argentina and Brazil win

Images: England survive, Argentina and Brazil win

Rediff.com13 Aug 2009

Substitute Jermain Defoe struck twice after the break to spare the blushes of England's defenders and earn Fabio Capello's side a 2-2 draw in a friendly with the Netherlands on Wednesday. European champions Spain struck three times in a devastating five-minute spell to come from behind and beat Macedonia 3-2, while striker Luis Fabiano scored just before halftime as Brazil beat Estonia 1-0 in a friendly.

Busted! 4 myths about women entrepreneurs

Busted! 4 myths about women entrepreneurs

Rediff.com23 May 2016

One of the most common myths out there is that you just won't have a life outside of work.

Take a stroll at this prison turned park

Take a stroll at this prison turned park

Rediff.com17 Jun 2009

The next time in Bangalore, make it a point to visit the Freedom Park which has been constructed on the erstwhile Central Jail which has housed greats who took part in the freedom struggle and also those who opposed the late Indira Gandhi imposed emergency.

4 steps to acing Group Discussions

4 steps to acing Group Discussions

Rediff.com22 Dec 2005

5 myths about social entrepreneurs BUSTED!

5 myths about social entrepreneurs BUSTED!

Rediff.com6 Jul 2013

Do you think social enterprises don't make enough profits? Here's why you could well be wrong!

8 things you probably don't know about Income-Tax

8 things you probably don't know about Income-Tax

Rediff.com25 May 2015

We take the opportunity to bust a few myths

Is studying abroad really expensive?

Is studying abroad really expensive?

Rediff.com17 Jun 2017

Dispel all your myths about taking a course abroad.

Investing in stocks is NOT the same as gambling

Investing in stocks is NOT the same as gambling

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

Investments made on the basis of half-knowledge always result in financial losses

'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.

When Priyanka Chopra was an American teenager

When Priyanka Chopra was an American teenager

Rediff.com9 Jul 2018

What was life like for the confident Priyanka Chopra of today when she was a gawky teenager?

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.

India will develop only if north-east develops, says Modi

India will develop only if north-east develops, says Modi

Rediff.com24 Aug 2015

The PM added that developing the infrastructure in the north-east region is being given top priority by the government.

Mistakes to avoid while e-filing your tax returns

Mistakes to avoid while e-filing your tax returns

Rediff.com29 Jul 2013

You have just three days left now for filing your income tax returns and avoid being penalised. Please avoid these 10 mistakes if you ae filing your returns online.

Now, a book to show yoga and namaaz are the same

Now, a book to show yoga and namaaz are the same

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Titled 'Yoga and Islam', the booklet is compiled by the Muslim Rashtriya Manch, a wing of RSS.

'Aadhaar is empowerment, not Big Brother'

'Aadhaar is empowerment, not Big Brother'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2018

In order for somebody to do Big Brother kind of a job, one has to collect lots of data. Aadhaar collects very minimal data whether at the time of enrollment or at the time of authentication.

Bulls, bears, wolves, pigs... All the animals in the stock market jungle!

Bulls, bears, wolves, pigs... All the animals in the stock market jungle!

Rediff.com24 Dec 2014

When it comes wildlife, stock market investors can immediately identify with bulls and bears. But there are other animals in the stock market jungle too.

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.

Dharun Ravi case exposes cultural prejudices

Dharun Ravi case exposes cultural prejudices

Rediff.com17 Mar 2012

The conviction of Indian-origin student Dharun Ravi in the webcam spying case has not only highlighted the homophobia that is prevalent within the South Asian community in United States but also the absence of meaningful dialogue in addressing stereotypes and cultural prejudices, says Harsha Mallajosyula, advocacy director of Trikone -- a non-profit organisation for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people of South Asian descent in San Francisco

All you need to know about the SAT 2011 exam

All you need to know about the SAT 2011 exam

Rediff.com14 Oct 2011

Plan to do your graduation abroad? You will have to appear for the Scholastic Assessment Test or SAT, which is an entrance test that will qualify your admission to undergraduate programmes in the US. Counsellor Suchitra Surve from Growth Centre tells you all about the exam -- from registration to tips to crack the exam. Read on.

Top 15 myths about breast cancer

Top 15 myths about breast cancer

Rediff.com15 Sep 2011

Do you believe in these myths about breast cancer without knowing what the truth is. We bust 15 common myths about breast cancer.