News for 'Ayurveda'

Swami Ramdev raises funds in US for university

Swami Ramdev raises funds in US for university

Rediff.com24 Jul 2007

Ramdev is the founder of the Divya Yog Mandir Trust and the Patanjali Yogpeeth in Hardwar in Uttarakhand in India. He conducts monthly yoga camps and gives TV shows in India.

Goa's new CM to face floor test today

Goa's new CM to face floor test today

Rediff.com20 Mar 2019

Sawant on Tuesday said his government had sought a floor test on Wednesday to prove its strength in the assembly.

Does Siddha medicine have a Covid cure?

Does Siddha medicine have a Covid cure?

Rediff.com8 Aug 2020

'Not one single, but multiple trials are there to quote. However, these will be published as scientific manuscripts.' 'This includes integrative as well as standalone approaches in Covid mitigation.'

How yoga can help the elderly

How yoga can help the elderly

Rediff.com3 Jan 2020

'If the meditative yoga programme we had developed for the elderly was practised for one hour every day, five days in a week for six months, it could lead to an improvement in the overall quality of life of the elderly.'

Indian diplomat to America: 'Come and study in India'

Indian diplomat to America: 'Come and study in India'

Rediff.com30 May 2019

You will be part of fastest growing major global economy, India's ambassador to the US Harsh Vardhan Shringala told young American students.

How 'Khan Sir' became a social media sensation

How 'Khan Sir' became a social media sensation

Rediff.com24 Jul 2020

Unlike other SM sensations, 'Khan Sir' became a star with well-researched news-related videos, not 30-second inanities. Syed Firdaus Ashraf tracks down the elusive coach to IAS aspirants.

Ramdev diverting forcus: Karat

Ramdev diverting forcus: Karat

Rediff.com7 Jan 2006

Terming Baba Ramdev's charges against her as "diversionary tactics", Communist Party of India-Marxist leader Brinda Karat Saturday said attempts were being made to deflect attention from the core issue of violation of labour laws.

Want to lose weight? Eat slowly

Want to lose weight? Eat slowly

Rediff.com8 Dec 2006

If you chew your food well, you will find you need to eat less than usual to feel 'full'.

How Hind Lever plans to take on Patanjali

How Hind Lever plans to take on Patanjali

Rediff.com13 Nov 2017

In the coming months, Lever Ayush will venture into categories beyond soaps, shampoos, toothpastes, lotions and moisturisers, its current segments of operation, as it seeks to give the brand a horizontal push.

From Aquaguard salesman to entrepreneur

From Aquaguard salesman to entrepreneur

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

Prof B Ravishankar from Mylapore, Chennai shares his inspiring story.

Ramdev to launch Patanjali noodles on Oct 15

Ramdev to launch Patanjali noodles on Oct 15

Rediff.com9 Oct 2015

Baba Ramdev's Patanjali Ayurveda will launch its instant noodles next week at a price of Rs 15.

RSS to have its own private university

RSS to have its own private university

Rediff.com25 Feb 2005

The Rajasthan government has given a letter of intent to Keshav Vidyapeeth, which runs a college at Jamdoli near Jaipur, to start a self-financing private university, a spokesman of the institute said.

'Gingerly' care treats cold and cough

'Gingerly' care treats cold and cough

Rediff.com21 Feb 2007

The rhizome used extensively as a spice in cuisines is beneficial in curing cold and cough when taken with jaggery.

Will Patanjali manage to hit the Rs 20,000 crore revenue target?

Will Patanjali manage to hit the Rs 20,000 crore revenue target?

Rediff.com5 May 2017

Patanjali, to a large extent, has penetrated the target group for its products. As a result, increasing the consumer base and revenue by 100 per cent in FY18 will be a stiff challenge.

India's 3-pronged strategy to raise share in global trade

India's 3-pronged strategy to raise share in global trade

Rediff.com25 Apr 2015

India is keen to improve share of services in global trade.

No more surgery to cure fractures!

No more surgery to cure fractures!

Rediff.com6 May 2005

An Ayurvedic bone healing centre off Tamil Nadu is fast gaining popularity for its traditional therapy.

Sports Shorts: India assured four medals at boxing WC

Sports Shorts: India assured four medals at boxing WC

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

Sports Ministry formally recognises yogasana as competitive sport.

How Lord Shiva sustains the environment

How Lord Shiva sustains the environment

Rediff.com7 Jan 2016

'My aim is that the message from our ancient texts reach the younger generation of Indians.' 'The trouble is that our literature is in Sanskrit and scientists don't know the language. And the people who know Sanskrit they don't know science.'

Donald, We Indians need ventilators too!

Donald, We Indians need ventilators too!

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

'Modi forgot to ask Trump for anything that India may need -- and there is so much shortfall all around!', states Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

I see 'Indianness' in Priyanka Gandhi: Ramdev

I see 'Indianness' in Priyanka Gandhi: Ramdev

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

Yoga guru Baba Ramdev, who is a known supporter of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has said that he sees a lot of 'Indianness' in Congress president Sonia Gandhi's daughter Priyanka Gandhi Vadra.

Need health insurance for alternative medicine? Read this!

Need health insurance for alternative medicine? Read this!

Rediff.com3 Jun 2015

IRDA suggested that health insurance should cover alternative treatments.

Rajasthan just opened a cow-urine refinery

Rajasthan just opened a cow-urine refinery

Rediff.com4 May 2015

The refinery, set up at Pathmera Gaushala, will reportedly prepare cow-urine extract for use in the formulation of various products

Spa boutiques, the hot new biz

Spa boutiques, the hot new biz

Rediff.com30 Jul 2004

Kerala to promote pilgrim tourism

Kerala to promote pilgrim tourism

Rediff.com22 Aug 2003

Astad is gone, but is more alive than ever

Astad is gone, but is more alive than ever

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

'Astad had the courage to plough a lonely furrow. He made a life of his own, on his own, and created a path-breaking dance style.' 'Only a few in the performing arts could do what he did.' 'A classical dancer can fall back on tradition, but Astad created something absolutely new.'

Bikaner House, Delhi's most elegant address

Bikaner House, Delhi's most elegant address

Rediff.com2 Jun 2018

When Rajasthan CM Vasundhara Raje Scindia decided to convert her government's capital outpost into a hub of culture, she transformed Bikaner House into Delhi's premier cultural space, notes Kishore Singh.

Herbal World: India nowhere in picture

Herbal World: India nowhere in picture

Rediff.com16 Apr 2004

As the world chants the 'herbal mantra', India, the land where Ayurveda originated, is nowhere to be seen in the global market, with its meagre share of 1-2 per cent.

Oil from cannabis seed is the new elixir

Oil from cannabis seed is the new elixir

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

CBD oil, found in marijuana, is gaining popularity for its pain-relieving properties. It's now legally available in India

Indian summers: 8 natural hacks to beat the heat

Indian summers: 8 natural hacks to beat the heat

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

Have you heard of the 'chillow' that can cool your pillow? Or the 'bedroom plant'?

How I cut down sugar and lost 31 kg in 6 months

How I cut down sugar and lost 31 kg in 6 months

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

Rediff reader Subash tells us how he went from an unhealthy 117 kg to 86 kg in just six months.

India laggard in $62-bn herbal product market

India laggard in $62-bn herbal product market

Rediff.com4 Apr 2003

Export Import Bank of India on Friday mooted an "integrated effort" from government, industry and R&D units to boost exports of Indian herbal products, which lagged behind the growing global market, now at $62 billion.

Package India: A health & pilgrim hub

Package India: A health & pilgrim hub

Rediff.com9 Jun 2004

The message of Incredible India is as clear as it can get. As the portrait of a woman in a yoga posture melts into a still of a temple with damsels dancing before it, the Department of Tourism zeroes in on one of its greatest potential money-spinners

5 Indian herbs that will help you survive summer

5 Indian herbs that will help you survive summer

Rediff.com12 Mar 2019

It's time to stock up on basil, mint and Indian gooseberries.

Herbal product exports seen at Rs 3,000 crore

Herbal product exports seen at Rs 3,000 crore

Rediff.com17 Nov 2003

Asserting that Ayurveda presented a better health management option, a non-governmental organisation on Monday said India's export of herbal products could reach Rs 3,000 crore by 2005 from its present figure of Rs 450 crore annually.

Did India discover flight before the Wrights?

Did India discover flight before the Wrights?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2019

'There is enough proof of science-driven research in the India of early centuries,' argues Kumar Abhishek.