Education in India: Educational Resources, Exam Results, Admissions and General Information

Correspondence courses offered by Netaji Subhas Open University, West Bengal

Netaji Subhas Open University is the only Open University of West Bengal. It started functioning in 1998. Now, the University has expanded its operation. This article provides the details of correspondence courses offered by the University. Read to know.

Remembering the Immortal Eleven of 1911

Do you rememeber what happened on 29th July, 1911 on the 'maidan' of Calcutta? Do you know about the 'Immortal Eleven' of 1911? Read the true event associated with the National Club of India and pay respect to these greats.

Top Indian Universities offering MA in Journalism and Mass Communication through correspondence

Master degree in Journalism and Mass Communication has become very popular all over India. Not only young students, but also working professionals undertake this programme through correspondence. In this article, the author discusses three Indian universities which offer this course through correspondence. Read to know the details.

Top Indian universities offering M.A (English) through correspondence

Master Degree in English is a very popular programme in India. Almost all Universities offer this course through correspondence/distance education mode. The author has mentioned five top Indian Universities offering this course through correspondence. Read to know the details.

Two Indian Universities offering correspondence/distance education courses in Population Studies

The subject of population studies deals with the various aspects of demography, distribution of population and various related aspects. In India, some Universities offer this course at UG, PG and PhD levels but only two Universities offer correspondence courses on this subject. Learn details from this article.

Know about some lesser-known technical courses with good job prospects

Many students join vocational/technical courses after completing their Xth Standard Board examination. In this article, the author discusses some technical courses related to medical fields which have very good job prospects in India. Read to know more.

What to do when your child wants to pursue a little-known sport as career choice

Even now, most of the Indian guardians don't encourage their children to take any sport as their career choice, especially if big money is not involved in that particular sport. This attitude is wrong and causes premature end of sporting life of many meritorious sportspersons. This article discusses what should the parents do if their children want to pursue a career in sports.

Know how to choose a good health insurance plan

In India, more than twenty-five insurance companies offer health insurance plans. How to choose a good and appropriate plan? The author has given some useful suggestions to choose appropriate health insurance plans. Read to know more.

Dos and Don'ts immediately after the flood

What to do after a devastating flood? What precautions should the flood-affected people take once the flood-water recedes? Know the dos and don'ts after the flood from this article to stay safe from diseases and unfortunate accidents. Read on to know....

Know the financial ratios essential for identifying stocks for investment

Many new investors start investing in direct equities to get a huge return. But without understanding the valuation of a particular stock, it is very dangerous to invest in direct equities. In this article, the author discusses eight essential ratios necessary for valuation of the companies. Read to understand.

Bengal's pride: Baluchari sari

Baluchari of West Bengal and Jamdani of Bangladesh depict the famous tradition of world-famous saris of Bengal. In this article, the author discusses Baluchari sari of Bengal, its specialties and how it was revived after independence. Read to know more.

Top 5 reasons why life insurance claims are rejected

Every year some of the insurance claims get rejected. Why do the life insurance claims get rejected? The nominees blame the insurance companies, but the policy-holders are mainly responsible for such rejection. Know the reasons for rejection of life insurance claims and avoid these mistakes when you go to take a new policy.

A praiseworthy effort to strengthen India's integrity: Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat

The Government of India has recently launched a novel initiative to strengthen India's integrity by spreading awareness about our diversities. The name of the initiative is 'Ek Bharat, Shrestha Bharat'. Let us know about this new initiative and participate to know more about ourselves.

Know how to politely refuse a dating proposal

With the increasing interaction between man and woman everywhere, a situation may arise when somebody requests you for entering into a relationship but you are not interested in that person. Know how to politely refuse the proposer. Read this article to know more.

Know about the great freedom-fighter: Rao Tularam Ahir (1825-1862)

This great freedom-fighter never surrendered. He fought fiercely, caused terrible damage to the British force. After the First War of Independence, he went to Iran and plotted revenge against the British. Until his last days of life, he continued to fight against the British by every means. Let us now about this great freedom-fighter.

A mysterious lake and a beautiful temple which was forgotten

Have you heard about the Lonar lake? The lake was created by the impact of a meteorite. Beside the lake, there has been a magnificent Vishnu Temple. The villagers hid the temple to protect the temple from the marauders. Know the story. Read how the temple was re-discovered.

Know the amazing history of Dadra & Nagar Haveli

If we visit Dadra & Nagar Haveli, the quiet Union Territory bordering Gujarat, we are impressed by the rapid industrialization. But do we know the amazing history of the former Portuguese-ruled enclave? Read this article to know more.

Know about some lesser-known investment instruments

Investors in India generally invest in the provident fund, equity, mutual funds, gold and real estate. But, in addition to all these, there are some more investment avenues. The investors may consider these lesser-known investment instruments. Read this article to know more.

Interesting anecdote: Lady Charlotte Canning and a Bengali sweet

Calcutta (now Kolkata) is the sweet-capital of the country. Many anecdotes are associated with different sweets of the city. In this article, the author discusses the association of Lady Charlotte Canning with a famous sweet of Calcutta. Read to know.

A short family trip to Mayapur, the birthplace of Shri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu

Have you visited Mayapur, the birthplace of Chaitanyadev, the father-figure of the First Bengali renaissance? If not, during your next Kolkata trip, go to this beautiful place. The author has provided the details in this article. Read to know.

Little-known facts about Sun Temple of Konark, Orissa

Konark Sun Temple is an architectural wonder of India. In this article, the author discusses many unknown and little-known facts about this grand temple. Know which rule built it and how it was destroyed. Let's ask the Government to protect this wonder.

Credit Rating in India: Meaning and Significance

The credit ratings of the companies are determined by credit rating agencies considering various factors. These credit ratings are very important for debt investors. Know the significance of credit rating and the meaning of various gradings from this article.

Seven lesser-known tourist spots in Agra

Whenever we visit Agra, we just enjoy the views of Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, Agra For, Buland Darwaja and some other well-known places. Besides these well-known architectural marvels, there are many other historical spots. in this old city. In this article, the author discusses seven such lesser-known architectural monuments of Agra.

A painful chapter of Indian history: The Mangarh massacre (1913)

Almost six years prior to Jallianwala Bagh massacre, a combined force of British and some princely states of Rajasthan and Gujarat surrounded more than one and a half lakh peaceful Bhils who assembled to perform 'havan' at Mangarh. More than 1500 people died by the indiscriminate machine gun fire and artillery shelling. Know about the incident which took place in 1913.

Know the difference between saving and investing

Let us start with the basic. Do you understand the difference between saving and investing? Most of the Indians don't understand the difference between these two. And as a result they suffer a lot during their twilight years despite saving a considerable amount of money. It is very necessary to understand the difference between these two. Read this article to know.