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Can't release Sonam Wangchuk on health grounds: Centre to SC

Can't release Sonam Wangchuk on health grounds: Centre to SC

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

The Supreme Court addressed concerns regarding the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act, examining his health and the grounds for his detention.

Why Do You Faint? 5 Things To Know About A Syncope

Why Do You Faint? 5 Things To Know About A Syncope

Rediff.com2 days ago

A syncope is the clinical name given to a brief blackout (visual greyout) or an episode of fainting or momentary collapse.

Karnataka unveils draft policy to address digital addiction in students

Karnataka unveils draft policy to address digital addiction in students

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

The Karnataka government has introduced a draft policy to address the growing concerns surrounding excessive and unsafe digital technology use among students, focusing on mental health, cyber safety, and responsible digital behaviour.

Zucchini For Amazing Health: 9 Advantages

Zucchini For Amazing Health: 9 Advantages

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Zucchini/courgette, supplies potassium, says Mayo Clinic, an essential mineral that plays a vital role in keeping the body functioning smoothly.

Govt exceeds FY26 indirect tax collection estimates of Rs 15.52 lakh cr

Govt exceeds FY26 indirect tax collection estimates of Rs 15.52 lakh cr

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The Indian government has marginally exceeded its indirect tax collection target for fiscal year 2025-26, with strong performances in customs, excise, and GST revenues.

Chest Pain To Fatigue: 10 Silent Warning Signs Of A Heart Attack

Chest Pain To Fatigue: 10 Silent Warning Signs Of A Heart Attack

Rediff.com4 days ago

If a patient complains of chest pain, irrespective of what you might think the reason could be, you shouldn't delay getting medical help, advises Dr Abhilash Mishra.

SC declares menstrual health as fundamental right

SC declares menstrual health as fundamental right

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Private schools failing to provide these facilities risk de-recognition

Supreme Court Asserts Right to Decide Superstitious Practices, Govt Disagrees

Supreme Court Asserts Right to Decide Superstitious Practices, Govt Disagrees

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Supreme Court of India has asserted its jurisdiction to determine what constitutes a superstitious practice within a religion, during a hearing on petitions related to discrimination against women at religious sites.

Gujarat Police Chief Faces NHRC Notice Over Journalist's Alleged Unlawful Apprehension and Torture

Gujarat Police Chief Faces NHRC Notice Over Journalist's Alleged Unlawful Apprehension and Torture

Rediff.com2 days ago

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a notice to the Gujarat Director General of Police (DGP) following reports that a journalist was unlawfully apprehended and subjected to physical torture by the Rajkot Crime Branch police. The NHRC is seeking a detailed report on the investigation and the journalist's health.

Gujarat Police Chief Faces NHRC Notice Over Journalist Torture Claims

Gujarat Police Chief Faces NHRC Notice Over Journalist Torture Claims

Rediff.com2 days ago

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a notice to the Gujarat Director General of Police (DGP) following reports of a journalist being unlawfully apprehended and subjected to torture by the Rajkot Crime Branch police.

Shahjahanpur Officials Face Charges Over Disability Certificate Fraud

Shahjahanpur Officials Face Charges Over Disability Certificate Fraud

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have booked 12 district administration employees for allegedly issuing fraudulent disability certificates to 14 individuals without proper medical examinations. A separate case involves retired health department employees accused of siphoning funds through fake medical reimbursement claims.

Shahjahanpur Disability Certificate Scam: 12 Employees Booked

Shahjahanpur Disability Certificate Scam: 12 Employees Booked

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against 12 employees for allegedly issuing fake disability certificates to 14 beneficiaries without proper medical examination. A separate case involves retired health employees siphoning funds through fraudulent medical claims.

Medical Negligence Allegations: Ayodhya Hospital Sealed After Deaths

Medical Negligence Allegations: Ayodhya Hospital Sealed After Deaths

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

A private hospital in Ayodhya, India, has been sealed and is under investigation following the deaths of a woman and her newborn, allegedly due to medical negligence during childbirth.

Stone Pelting Causes Minor Damage to Vande Bharat Train in Kerala

Stone Pelting Causes Minor Damage to Vande Bharat Train in Kerala

Rediff.com32 minutes ago

A Vande Bharat train operating from Ernakulam to Bengaluru sustained minor damage due to stone pelting near Parali in Palakkad district. No injuries were reported, and an investigation is underway.

Delhi Assembly Breach: Probing the Motives Behind Security Incident

Delhi Assembly Breach: Probing the Motives Behind Security Incident

Rediff.com4 days ago

Investigation into the Delhi Assembly security breach focuses on the suspect's mental health history and potential links to the farmers' agitation.

Maharashtra Man Takes Own Life After Being Excluded From Friend's Birthday Party

Maharashtra Man Takes Own Life After Being Excluded From Friend's Birthday Party

Rediff.com2 days ago

A 24-year-old man in Maharashtra's Beed district died by suicide after being excluded from a friend's birthday party, highlighting the impact of social isolation and strained relationships.

Suspected Food Poisoning Hospitalises Dozens of Girls in Ahmedabad Hostel

Suspected Food Poisoning Hospitalises Dozens of Girls in Ahmedabad Hostel

Rediff.com5 days ago

Dozens of girls from a hostel in Ahmedabad were hospitalised due to suspected food poisoning. An investigation is underway to determine the cause.

Malayalam Director Ranjith Remanded in Police Custody Amidst Harassment Claims

Malayalam Director Ranjith Remanded in Police Custody Amidst Harassment Claims

Rediff.com6 days ago

Malayalam film director Ranjith has been remanded in police custody for three days following allegations of sexual harassment on a film set. The arrest and subsequent legal arguments have raised questions about due process and Supreme Court guidelines.

Constant criticism has affected Sri Lanka players' mental health: Shanaka

Constant criticism has affected Sri Lanka players' mental health: Shanaka

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka has apologised to his countrymen for their disappointing T20 World Cup campaign.

Trinamool MP Criticises 'Blend and Butcher' Approach of Jan Vishwas Bill

Trinamool MP Criticises 'Blend and Butcher' Approach of Jan Vishwas Bill

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Trinamool Congress MP Nadimul Haque criticised the Jan Vishwas (Amendment and Provisions) Bill, 2026, in the Rajya Sabha, questioning the government's approach to amending multiple central laws through a single piece of legislation and raising concerns about its impact on public health and federal funds owed to West Bengal.

Delhi Assembly Security Breach: SUV Driver Sought Attention for Missing Nephew

Delhi Assembly Security Breach: SUV Driver Sought Attention for Missing Nephew

Rediff.com3 days ago

The investigation into the Delhi Assembly security breach reveals the driver's motive was to highlight the disappearance of his nephew.

Court Grants Police Custody of Director Ranjith in Harassment Case

Court Grants Police Custody of Director Ranjith in Harassment Case

Rediff.com7 days ago

A court in Kochi has granted three-day police custody of director Ranjith, who was arrested following allegations of sexual harassment on a film set. The court will consider his bail plea later.

Saini Boosts Haryana's Jind with 253 Crore Development Projects

Saini Boosts Haryana's Jind with 253 Crore Development Projects

Rediff.com5 days ago

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has launched development projects worth 253 crore in Jind district, focusing on irrigation, infrastructure, health, and water supply.

India Launches Robotic Surgery Systems for Battlefield Emergencies

India Launches Robotic Surgery Systems for Battlefield Emergencies

Rediff.com1 days ago

The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched indigenous robotic technologies, Project Vimana and Project Operion, designed to perform life-saving surgeries on the battlefield, potentially revolutionising emergency care for injured security personnel.

Artemis II Ends With Pacific Splashdown After Historic Moon Mission

Artemis II Ends With Pacific Splashdown After Historic Moon Mission

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Glimpses from Artemis II's dramatic return to Earth

7 Foods To Boost Your Daily Iodine Intake

7 Foods To Boost Your Daily Iodine Intake

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

How to add iodine to your diet.

Woman Dies After Brother-in-Law Attacks Her Over Money

Woman Dies After Brother-in-Law Attacks Her Over Money

Rediff.com7 days ago

A woman in Uttar Pradesh died from injuries sustained after being attacked by her brother-in-law over a money dispute. The accused is currently at large.

Hypertension in Army ranks at 9.61%, below national levels: Govt

Hypertension in Army ranks at 9.61%, below national levels: Govt

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

A parliamentary panel has been informed that the prevalence of hypertension among Indian Army's junior commissioned officers and other ranks is lower than the national average, according to data up to December 31, 2023.

Counterfeit Toothpaste Ring Busted in Delhi, Owner Arrested

Counterfeit Toothpaste Ring Busted in Delhi, Owner Arrested

Rediff.com7 days ago

Delhi Police have dismantled a counterfeit toothpaste manufacturing unit in Khanjawala, arresting the owner and seizing a large quantity of fake toothpaste and manufacturing equipment.

Shock Update! Tiger Woods takes break after DUI case

Shock Update! Tiger Woods takes break after DUI case

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Tiger Woods is stepping away from golf to seek treatment and focus on his health after pleading not guilty to DUI charges stemming from a recent rollover crash in Florida.

10 Must-Eat Foods for Better Health

10 Must-Eat Foods for Better Health

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

In 2026, try and include these 10 crucial foods in your diet.

Rupee surges 52 paise to close at 92.54/USD on US-Iran ceasefire

Rupee surges 52 paise to close at 92.54/USD on US-Iran ceasefire

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian rupee saw a significant appreciation against the US dollar following President Trump's suspension of military strikes against Iran and the Reserve Bank of India's decision to maintain its key interest rate. Market sentiment was further buoyed by positive comments from the RBI regarding the health of the banking sector.

Quite possible that rates will remain low in the near to medium term, says RBI Governor

"Quite possible that rates will remain low in the near to medium term," says RBI Governor

Rediff.com1 days ago

"It is quite possible that the rates will remain low in the near to medium term, but that will depend on how conditions evolve," said RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra.

Mariamma Oommen Claims Conspiracy in Kerala Government's Decision on Husband's Medical Board

Mariamma Oommen Claims Conspiracy in Kerala Government's Decision on Husband's Medical Board

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Mariamma Oommen, wife of the late former Chief Minister Oommen Chandy, has alleged a conspiracy behind the Kerala government's decision to form a medical board to investigate her husband's illness in 2023.

Tragedy in Ganjam: Two Schoolgirls Drown in Village Pond

Tragedy in Ganjam: Two Schoolgirls Drown in Village Pond

Rediff.com3 days ago

Two schoolgirls drowned in a village pond in the Ganjam district of Odisha while bathing. A police investigation has been launched into the incident.

Old Vs New Tax Regime: Stop Losing Money

Old Vs New Tax Regime: Stop Losing Money

Rediff.com3 days ago

With Income Tax Act 2025 in force, your tax choice can quietly cost you big money if you're not paying attention. Ramalingam Kalirajan explains how

Is There An Upper Age Limit For The NEET-UG?

Is There An Upper Age Limit For The NEET-UG?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Ahead of NEET UG 2026 -- which opens the door to 1.2 lakh MBBS seats in the country annually -- education expert Nagarajan JSK explains why lakhs of students attempt the exam every year.

Hyderabad Man Held for 14 Years of Unlicensed Dentistry

Hyderabad Man Held for 14 Years of Unlicensed Dentistry

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A 46-year-old man in Hyderabad has been arrested for allegedly running an illegal dental clinic for 14 years while posing as a dentist without proper qualifications.

Woman's Suicide Attempt Disrupts Kolkata Metro Services

Woman's Suicide Attempt Disrupts Kolkata Metro Services

Rediff.com6 days ago

Services on Kolkata Metro's North-South line were temporarily disrupted after a woman attempted suicide at Kalighat station. The woman was rescued and taken to hospital, and normal services resumed after 20 minutes.

B12 The Wonder Vitamin: 6 Benefits

B12 The Wonder Vitamin: 6 Benefits

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Vitamin B12 or cobalamin is a vital nutrient that crucially supports the proper functioning of your nervous system and has a role in the production of red blood cells, apart from being good for your bones, eyes, hair, skin