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Air India's Crew Killed In Line Of Duty

Air India's Crew Killed In Line Of Duty

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

All the 12 cabin crew members, including two pilots, on board the ill-fated London-bound Air India flight were killed in the Ahmedabad air crash on Thursday.

BCCI blames lack of planning for Bengaluru stampede

BCCI blames lack of planning for Bengaluru stampede

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

RCB's IPL winning celebrations should have been planned better: BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia

1 killed, 5 injured in suspected terror blast outside US fertility clinic

1 killed, 5 injured in suspected terror blast outside US fertility clinic

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Palm Springs Fire Chief Paul Alvarado confirmed that the explosion was intentional, with the blast damaging multiple buildings across several blocks.

Singaporean ship continues to burn off Kerala coast, oil spill feared

Singaporean ship continues to burn off Kerala coast, oil spill feared

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

As fire continued to rage on and explosions rocked the Singapore-flagged ship off the Kerala coast on Tuesday, authorities issued an oil spill advisory while a Chinese engineer rescued from the burning vessel suffered critical injuries.

Morne Morkel's big warning to Nitish Reddy

Morne Morkel's big warning to Nitish Reddy

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Reddy bowled 26.5 overs in the two 'Tests' against England Lions and Morkel has 'challenged' his ward to bowl more.

'It was as if I was playing Jannik Sinner'

'It was as if I was playing Jannik Sinner'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

Fifth seed Iga Swiatek stages revival to stay in hunt for 4th French crown.

COVID-19 Returns, But No Cause For Alarm

COVID-19 Returns, But No Cause For Alarm

Rediff.com21 May 2025

'We have to be wary because if an uncontrolled transmission happens, random mutations may lead to something which could be virulent and then that could land us in a problem.'

Skip Thug Life, Watch This Film Instead

Skip Thug Life, Watch This Film Instead

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

The gangster saga Nayakan not only earned Mani Ratnam's reputation as a great director, the dubbed version of the film also did well in Mumbai, so much so that Feroz Khan's Hindi remake, Dayavan, starring Vinod Khanna, could not compare, recalls Deepa Gahlot.

MP hospital where fake cardiologist performed fatal surgeries loses licence

MP hospital where fake cardiologist performed fatal surgeries loses licence

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

The Madhya Pradesh health department has suspended the license of Damoh-based Mission Hospital after it was discovered that a 'fake' cardiologist, Narendra Yadav alias Narendra John Camm, had been performing unauthorized surgeries on patients. The hospital's license expired on March 31, 2025, and its management had applied for renewal in December last year. The application for renewal was returned to the management after some shortcomings were found in the hospital. The hospital was told to apply again within seven days after removing the shortcomings, but failed to do so. As a result, the license of Mission Hospital has been suspended till further orders.

'Help! Husband Doesn't Let Me Work'

'Help! Husband Doesn't Let Me Work'

Rediff.com19 May 2025

rediffGURU Dr Upneet Kaur counsels a newly married woman on how to manage a controlling partner.

COVID-19: 'It's Not A Panic Situation'

COVID-19: 'It's Not A Panic Situation'

Rediff.com22 May 2025

'People don't need to take any added medication other than plain fever medication.'

Covid Surge: Check Your Health Cover

Covid Surge: Check Your Health Cover

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

'Opt for a minimum cover of Rs 10 lakh to Rs 15 lakh, especially in urban and metro areas.'

Jaishankar speaks to Taliban minister, welcomes condemnation of Pahalgam attack

Jaishankar speaks to Taliban minister, welcomes condemnation of Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com16 May 2025

India on Thursday welcomed Kabul's firm rejection of attempts to create distrust between India and Afghanistan during a phone conversation between External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and acting Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi.

Gram Chikitsalay Review: Panchayat Redux

Gram Chikitsalay Review: Panchayat Redux

Rediff.com9 May 2025

Gram Chikitsalay uses the same template as Panchayat but with a fraction of its humour or charm, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag advance; Sen, Prannoy bow out

Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag advance; Sen, Prannoy bow out

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

P V Sindhu overcame long-time rival Nozomi Okuhara of Japan to advance to the Round of 16.

'Ready To Launch 5 products In 18 Months'

'Ready To Launch 5 products In 18 Months'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

'We recently launched Yesintek in the immunology space.'

Generic industry unlikely to be affected by Trump's EO: Indian drug cos

Generic industry unlikely to be affected by Trump's EO: Indian drug cos

Rediff.com14 May 2025

A fresh US executive order (EO) which seeks to bring down prices of prescription drugs in the country by up to 90 per cent -- on par with other developed nations -- will affect innovator companies, while sparing the Indian generic drug makers in the short term. US President Donald Trump signed the EO on Monday, directing the US Trade Representative and the Secretary of Commerce to act against foreign countries that "purposefully and unfairly undercut market prices", driving price hikes in the US.

7 die after 'fake' cardiologist's treatment at MP hospital

7 die after 'fake' cardiologist's treatment at MP hospital

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

Seven people have died after allegedly being treated by a fake cardiologist at a missionary hospital in Damoh, Madhya Pradesh, India, prompting the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) to launch a probe. The alleged fake doctor, identified as Narendra Vikramaditya Yadav, is accused of misrepresenting himself as "Dr. N John Camm", a renowned cardiologist from the United Kingdom. The complaint also alleges that the hospital, covered under the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Yojana, misused government funds.

Expert Speak: How To Sleep Better

Expert Speak: How To Sleep Better

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

'You should keep your sleep time and wake up time fixed.' 'Avoid caffeine-containing drinks after 5 pm.' 'Avoid a heavy dinner.' 'Avoid alcohol or any stimulants, like nicotine.'

Fadnavis orders probe into pregnant woman's death in Pune

Fadnavis orders probe into pregnant woman's death in Pune

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

The Maharashtra government has ordered a probe into the death of a pregnant woman after a hospital in Pune allegedly denied her admission due to non-payment of Rs 10 lakh as advance deposit. The woman, Tanisha Bhise, died after giving birth to twin girls at another hospital. The incident sparked protests outside the Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital, with opposition parties alleging negligence and demanding action against the hospital.

Elated Sudharsan Raring to Go in Red-ball Cricket

Elated Sudharsan Raring to Go in Red-ball Cricket

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Surreal but there is a lot more to the story to add up to: Sudharsan elated after Test call

'If A Heatstroke Patient Doesn't Get Treatment, There's 80% Chance Of Dying'

'If A Heatstroke Patient Doesn't Get Treatment, There's 80% Chance Of Dying'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

'We can save 70 patients out of 100, if they reach a hospital well within time.' 'The most crucial aspect is time.'

PIX: Bengaluru's Rain Threatens IPL Match

PIX: Bengaluru's Rain Threatens IPL Match

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

As rain continues to drizzle over the Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru, the start of Friday's much-anticipated IPL clash between RCB and Punjab Kings is delayed.

Operation Brahma To The Rescue

Operation Brahma To The Rescue

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

The scenes from the aftermath of the earthquake in Myanmar and India's HADR mission, Operation Brahma, conducted on April 2, 2025.

7 Reasons To Be Financially Free By 45

7 Reasons To Be Financially Free By 45

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

Wouldn't it be better to reach 45 with a backup engine of passive income that helps you glide through these years instead of grinding, asks Ramalingam Kalirajan

Pune hospital ends deposit policy after pregnant woman's death

Pune hospital ends deposit policy after pregnant woman's death

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

The Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital in Pune, India, has stopped taking deposits from patients at the emergency department after a pregnant woman died after being turned away for non-payment. The hospital faced intense criticism following the incident, which involved the wife of a BJP MLC's personal secretary. The woman was shifted to another hospital where she died after delivering twins.

'Only You Can Be Your Light'

'Only You Can Be Your Light'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'Listen to the voice in your head and keep your inner sanctum safe.'

Patients shocked as police car drives through AIIMS waiting area

Patients shocked as police car drives through AIIMS waiting area

Rediff.com23 May 2024

A video of the incident, which took place on May 21, went viral on social media on Thursday.

'I Had Just Given My 10th Std. Exam'

'I Had Just Given My 10th Std. Exam'

Rediff.com5 May 2025

'I was super shy and awkward and had no idea what huge stars I was working with.'

Knee Pain? Your Weight Could Be The Cause

Knee Pain? Your Weight Could Be The Cause

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

If you reduce 1 kg of weight, the weight on your knees will be reduced by four times, says senior physiotherapist Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan.

Kohli's 'This Is My Ground' Message to Rahul Goes Viral

Kohli's 'This Is My Ground' Message to Rahul Goes Viral

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Kohli walked up to Rahul and cheekily recreated Rahul's famous celebration - pointing to the ground and thumping his chest.

Pune driver latest Guillain-Barre Syndrome fatality, toll rises to 7

Pune driver latest Guillain-Barre Syndrome fatality, toll rises to 7

Rediff.com11 Feb 2025

The number of suspected GBS cases went up to 192 after eight more infections were recorded. The tally of confirmed cases stood on 167, while 21 patients were on ventilator support, as per authorities.

Mumbai reports 1st death due to Guillain-Barre Syndrome

Mumbai reports 1st death due to Guillain-Barre Syndrome

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Mumbai reported its first case of GBS on February 7 after a 64-year-old woman, resident of Andheri (East), was diagnosed with the nerve disorder, officials earlier said.

Should You Invest In Defence Funds?

Should You Invest In Defence Funds?

Rediff.com21 May 2025

Only experienced investors with a high risk appetite, a grasp of market cycles, and comfort with volatility and timing risk should invest.

Diabetes Drug Price Drops 90%

Diabetes Drug Price Drops 90%

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

India is home to more than 100 million diabetics, and the demand for anti-diabetic drugs is on the rise -- the Rs 20,611 crore anti-diabetic drug market in India is growing at 9 per cent or so.

10 Reasons You Have Bad Breath

10 Reasons You Have Bad Breath

Rediff.com17 May 2025

rediffGURU Dr Shyam Jamalabad offers advice on how to improve your dental health and hygiene.

India's Medtech Industry To Develop High-end Equipment

India's Medtech Industry To Develop High-end Equipment

Rediff.com17 Apr 2025

According to the Department of Pharmaceuticals' annual report for 2024-25, India imported medical devices worth $8.1 billion, while exports stood at $3.7 billion in the financial year 2023-24 (FY24)

Protect young IPL stars, don't rush to replace Rohit...

Protect young IPL stars, don't rush to replace Rohit...

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Rohit Sharma, India's Test captain, has announced his retirement from the format, leaving the team in need of a new leader.

Is This The Right Time To Stay Invested In Small Caps?

Is This The Right Time To Stay Invested In Small Caps?

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Why try to time the market when time in the market works better? History shows that patient investors who stay the course often walk away with the real rewards, says Ramalingam Kalirajan.

Maxwell out of IPL after fracturing finger

Maxwell out of IPL after fracturing finger

Rediff.com1 May 2025

The Australian all-rounder suffered the injury before the team's rained out previous game against Kolkata Knight Riders in which he was dismissed for 7, another failure in an underwhelming season.