News for 'Asthma'

SHOCKING! McCullum tested positive for banned substance during 2016 IPL

SHOCKING! McCullum tested positive for banned substance during 2016 IPL

Rediff.com23 Jun 2018

The former New Zealand captain insists that it is not a 'failed drug test' as he had procured a retroactive Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) certificate to 'clear his name'.

'No preparedness planning, no accountability, no action plan'

'No preparedness planning, no accountability, no action plan'

Rediff.com8 May 2021

'This government did not have any plan for safety stocks of essential medicines.'

The harmful effects of monosodium glutamate

The harmful effects of monosodium glutamate

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

Recently, many states in India banned Maggi because of high levels of lead and monosodium glutamate found in some samples. But do you know how MSG affects your health?

Rakesh Jhunjhunwala rejigs portfolio in Q2; ups stake in Lupin, Tata Motors

Rakesh Jhunjhunwala rejigs portfolio in Q2; ups stake in Lupin, Tata Motors

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

The duo bought additional shares in pharmaceutical companies Lupin and Jubilant Life Sciences, along with Agro Tech Foods and NCC during Q2FY21

Cipla continues to be displaced by negative report

Cipla continues to be displaced by negative report

Rediff.com3 Feb 2003

Cipla's race to be a frontrunner in the asthma market received a setback last week when an Italian company got the nod to sell an anti-asthma drug in Germany, and, Cipla's stock was squarely impacted in the bargain.

SC refuses to ban Diwali firecrackers

SC refuses to ban Diwali firecrackers

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to expand the eight-hour night-time ban period on bursting of crackers and voiced unhappiness over the government's failure to run a campaign to create public awareness during Diwali time on the ill-effects of fireworks.

SC notice to Centre, Delhi on plea for cracker-free festivals

SC notice to Centre, Delhi on plea for cracker-free festivals

Rediff.com8 Oct 2015

"We do not want all children to become ninjas," a senior lawyer told the Supreme Court on Thursday, taking a cue from Chief Justice H L Dattu's reference to his grandson looking like a ninja by wearing a mask to avoid high levels of pollution in Delhi.

ASK DR JAIN: Have dark circles under my eyes, please help!

ASK DR JAIN: Have dark circles under my eyes, please help!

Rediff.com27 Dec 2021

Tackle your hair and skin problems with expert help from Dr Dinesh Jain.

Another athlete fails dope test at Winter Olympics

Another athlete fails dope test at Winter Olympics

Rediff.com20 Feb 2018

Slovenia men's ice hockey player Ziga Jeglic has tested positive for a banned substance and has been suspended for the remainder of the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, the Court of Arbitration for Sport said on Tuesday.

Mohanlal: An Emperor Defeated By Love

Mohanlal: An Emperor Defeated By Love

Rediff.com28 Feb 2022

'Once Mohanlal's ever-swelling entourage grasped his enormous worth, once it realized that the innate Mohanlal appeal could be profited from, it set about to exploit, to make uproars, to create the Mohanlal brand.' 'And he wasn't meant to be a brand. He was meant to be an artist, a tireless explorer of the unique seas inside him,' asserts Sreehari Nair.

Don't worry, says Maharashtra task force chief

Don't worry, says Maharashtra task force chief

Rediff.com20 Apr 2020

'I would like to reassure the general populace that your government, both Centre and state and the city councils are working at an accelerated pace.'

Bollywood expresses shock over Bobby Singh's death

Bollywood expresses shock over Bobby Singh's death

Rediff.com27 Dec 2012

The director of photography passed away in Goa following an asthmatic attack.

The man who can't resist challenges!

The man who can't resist challenges!

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

Satyarup Siddhanta has just one mountain to go before he completes the Seven Summits, the tallest mountains in each of the seven continents.

More states make wearing masks mandatory in public

More states make wearing masks mandatory in public

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

MP and Odisha to fine people who are found roaming outside without wearing masks. Rajasthan and Punjab pass similar orders.

Korean swimmer Park wins appeal but loses title

Korean swimmer Park wins appeal but loses title

Rediff.com29 Jul 2012

Park Tae-hwan surrendered his Olympic 400 metres freestyle title after a roller-coaster first day in the Olympic pool that started with a shock disqualification and ended with reinstatement and a silver medal.

Ephedrine case: Pak SC issues notice to Gilani's son

Ephedrine case: Pak SC issues notice to Gilani's son

Rediff.com10 Apr 2012

Pakistan's Supreme Court on Tuesday issued notices to Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani's son Ali Musa and a top bureaucrat in a case relating to alleged irregularities in the import of a large amount of chemical Ephedrine, commonly known as "poor man's cocaine" and used to make a medicine for colds, flu and asthma.

FAQ: Is it safe to take antibody cocktail for Covid-19?

FAQ: Is it safe to take antibody cocktail for Covid-19?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

According to medical practitioners, the treatment is especially useful in controlling disease among those who have not received the vaccine or got only one shot and also the high-risk contacts of a patient.

One dead, 20 injured in Andhra stampede

One dead, 20 injured in Andhra stampede

Rediff.com8 Jun 2012

One person died and over 20 others including women were injured in a stampede as thousands of people rushed to get fish prasadam (fish medicine for asthma patients) at the annual distribution at Katedan stadium in Hyderabad, officials said. The incident allegedly occurred at around 9.30 am, after huge crowds rushed to get the medicine when the gates were opened at the distribution site, they said.

Rana Kapoor in judicial custody till April 2, lawyers fear coronavirus

Rana Kapoor in judicial custody till April 2, lawyers fear coronavirus

Rediff.com21 Mar 2020

Advocate Abbad Ponda, his lawyer, said a person with low immunity is easily susceptible to catching coronavirus.

Covid-19: Delhi sees 5,866 home isolation cases in 10 days

Covid-19: Delhi sees 5,866 home isolation cases in 10 days

Rediff.com1 Nov 2020

Between October 21 and October 31, the rise in home isolation cases stood at over 41 per cent, as per the official figures.

Darshan discharged from hospital, taken to jail

Darshan discharged from hospital, taken to jail

Rediff.com21 Sep 2011

The actor had been arrested for assaulting and threatening his wife.

Two Indian cities among world's most polluted

Two Indian cities among world's most polluted

Rediff.com4 Oct 2011

WHO estimates 1.34 million people died in 2008 from breathing in the tiny particles present in polluted outdoor air.

TV Stars' WORST Holi Memories

TV Stars' WORST Holi Memories

Rediff.com7 Mar 2012

Holi is a fun festival. But just that once in a while, things go wrong. These actors share their experiences.

So, how are you feeling today?

So, how are you feeling today?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

Shameem Akthar, yogacharya trained with the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Center, takes you through five diseases that are directly related with your state of mind.

India-born girls outshine at Google Science Fair

India-born girls outshine at Google Science Fair

Rediff.com14 Jul 2011

Two Indian-origin girls have emerged winners at Google's inaugural Science Fair, impressing thousands at the internet giant's California headquarters with their projects on ways to improve ovarian cancer treatment and bettering air quality for the benefit of asthma patients.

How to Stay SAFE in the Monsoon

How to Stay SAFE in the Monsoon

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

Always boil water or at least filter it before drinking to avoid all possible water borne diseases.

Meet the two winners of Google Science Fair

Meet the two winners of Google Science Fair

Rediff.com11 Aug 2011

Two Indian girls Shree Bose and Naomi Shah emerged winners at the Google Science Fair held last month for their projects on ovarian cancer and treatment of asthma respectively. Read on to know more about their interesting projects.

Napoleon bids to conquer Delhi

Napoleon bids to conquer Delhi

Rediff.com15 Sep 2010

Ryan Napoleon has been re-instated in the Australian swimming team for the Commonwealth Games after sport's top tribunal back-dated his three-month ban for a doping offence.

Chorus grows for postponing entrance exams amid Covid-19 pandemic

Chorus grows for postponing entrance exams amid Covid-19 pandemic

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

Using the hashtag, SATYAGRAHagainstExamInCovid, many students also took to Twitter to appeal to the government to heed to their demands.

Farewell Friend, Physician, Guide

Farewell Friend, Physician, Guide

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

'Sasi Annan did far more right than wrong in his life.' 'I, and a great many others who appreciated his kindness and thoughtfulness, mourn for him and wish him godspeed and sadgati.' Rajeev Srinivasan pays homage to a noble soul.

The 24-yr-old mountaineer Sachin and Hrithik are cheering

The 24-yr-old mountaineer Sachin and Hrithik are cheering

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

Arjun Vajpai, 24, will attempt Mt Kangchenjunga in April 2018.

Aus swimmer banned from Delhi Commonwealth Games

Aus swimmer banned from Delhi Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com26 Aug 2010

Australia's Ryan Napoleon has been suspended from swimming for three months following a positive test for a banned substance after he was given the wrong asthma inhaler, Swimming Australia said on Thursday.

Sonia Gandhi hospitalised, discharged

Sonia Gandhi hospitalised, discharged

Rediff.com20 Nov 2008

Congress President Sonia Gandhi was admitted to the Gangaram Hospital in New Delhi on Monday morning. News of her hospitalisation created a buzz in the capital's political circles. Sources said that Sonia Gandhi was admitted for a routine check-up and would be discharged later in the day.

ASK DR JAIN: 'My dry feet and hands make me look old'

ASK DR JAIN: 'My dry feet and hands make me look old'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

Tackle your hair and skin problems with expert help from Dr Dinesh Jain.

Delivery staff are among the worst affected by Delhi's air pollution

Delivery staff are among the worst affected by Delhi's air pollution

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

The delivery staff who drop off packages for online retail giants or food or ferry passengers around the city in their taxis are among the worst affected by the capital's foul air.

Can you let people die like this? SC flays states over pollution

Can you let people die like this? SC flays states over pollution

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

"We have to make government responsible for this," the bench said and asked, "Why can't govt machinery stop stubble burning?"

Air pollution may hinder India's fight against COVID-19: Scientists

Air pollution may hinder India's fight against COVID-19: Scientists

Rediff.com27 Oct 2020

Long-term exposure to chronically high PM2.5 levels weakens the ability of the lungs to fend off infections, therefore making people more susceptible to COVID-19, the scientists said.

#SiblingGoals: 5 types of sisters we need in our life

#SiblingGoals: 5 types of sisters we need in our life

Rediff.com14 Aug 2019

Take a cue from these celeb siblings who inspire each other.

Beware! Toys you buy for kids may be toxic

Beware! Toys you buy for kids may be toxic

Rediff.com15 Jan 2010

The next time you buy a toy for your little one, be more cautious as a new study says many of them may contain a toxic chemical which can prove dangerous for children especially those below three years.

'Lost Paradise': California's worst fire finally contained

'Lost Paradise': California's worst fire finally contained

Rediff.com27 Nov 2018

The deadly fire has claimed at least 85 lives.