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Bald is beautiful: How a breast cancer survivor won the Internet

Bald is beautiful: How a breast cancer survivor won the Internet

Rediff.com4 Mar 2019

Navi Indran Pillai wants to inspire people to feel beautiful.

Man, 4 daughters found dead at Delhi house

Man, 4 daughters found dead at Delhi house

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

The deceased have been identified as Heeralal Sharma, who worked as a carpenter at the Indian Spinal Injury Centre in Vasant Kunj for the last 28 years, and his four daughters -- Neetu (26), Nikki (24), Neeru (23) and Nidhi (20). The bodies, found on Friday afternoon, did not have any injury mark.

Your smartphone can detect eye cancer

Your smartphone can detect eye cancer

Rediff.com15 May 2015

The camera on your smartphone can detect a type of eye cancer found in children under the age of five, according to experts in the UK.

Govt reduces prices of 390 cancer drugs up to 87%

Govt reduces prices of 390 cancer drugs up to 87%

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

This move is expected to benefit 22 lakh cancer patients in the country.

Unravelling Cervical Cancer Myths

Unravelling Cervical Cancer Myths

Rediff.com13 Mar 2013

Discarding these myths can help in prevention, early detection and cure of Cervical cancer

Ben Stokes' father passes away after battle with cancer

Ben Stokes' father passes away after battle with cancer

Rediff.com8 Dec 2020

Ged Stokes, father of England all-rounder Ben Stokes, passed away after a year-long battle with brain cancer.

America mourns: 'Ratan Tata drove India to prosperity'

America mourns: 'Ratan Tata drove India to prosperity'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

The US on Wednesday mourned the death of veteran industrialist and philanthropist Ratan Naval Tata, remembering him as someone who drove India to greater prosperity and development. Tata, the former Tata Group chairman who transformed a staid group into India's largest and most influential conglomerate, breathed his last at south Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital at 11.30 pm on Wednesday. He was 86. "My last meeting with Ratan Tata at Google, we talked about the progress of Waymo and his vision was inspiring to hear. He leaves an extraordinary business and philanthropic legacy and was instrumental in mentoring and developing modern business leadership in India.

CMs Mamata, Soren, Majhi mourn death of Ratan Tata

CMs Mamata, Soren, Majhi mourn death of Ratan Tata

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Chief ministers of West Bengal, Jharkhand and Odisha on Wednesday evening condoled the demise of Tata Group's chairman emeritus and veteran industrialist Ratan Tata, and said his legacy will live on forever.

'BCCI Should Save Gaekwad'

'BCCI Should Save Gaekwad'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

'Any cricketer from any country should be helped by his Board, but Anshu's case must be taken up on priority and treated as paramount.'

Most common causes of cancer

Most common causes of cancer

Rediff.com5 Aug 2011

Various researches have been conducted to find out the factors that can cause human carcinoma. Based on such studies, the causes of cancer may be made to fall under two main categories.

2 scientists share medicine Nobel for discovery of microRNA

2 scientists share medicine Nobel for discovery of microRNA

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

The 2024 Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine has been awarded to Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for their discovery of microRNA, a new class of tiny RNA molecules that play a crucial role in gene regulation.

How To Fix Ayushman Bharat: Experts To FM

How To Fix Ayushman Bharat: Experts To FM

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

'Patients under the scheme may ultimately have to go to private hospitals.'

A cancer interview we must all read

A cancer interview we must all read

Rediff.com12 May 2017

'Our body functions in a particular system. We pass urine. We pass motions. We swallow food. We drink water. We breathe properly.' 'If there is an obstruction to any of these things -- difficulty swallowing, difficulty passing urine, passing blood in the urine, passing blood in the stools or severe pain anywhere, lasting for more than a month, or for example the skin, which covers our body, has a few moles that start increasing or bleeding... then you need to see a specialist.'

What is ovarian cancer? The silent killer that Nafisa Ali is fighting

What is ovarian cancer? The silent killer that Nafisa Ali is fighting

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

Actor Nafisa Ali, 61, who is suffering from peritoneal and ovarian cancer, has taken to Instagram to share heart-warming posts about her struggle.

Tom Alter diagnosed with skin cancer

Tom Alter diagnosed with skin cancer

Rediff.com11 Sep 2017

One of India's finest actors is seriously ill.

US cancer survivor crosses English Channel four times

US cancer survivor crosses English Channel four times

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

US endurance swimmer Sarah Thomas has become the first person to swim across the English Channel four times without stopping.

The King of Polo Rides Off Into The Ages

The King of Polo Rides Off Into The Ages

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

Colonel Billie Sodhi's life and family heritage reflect an unwavering commitment to excellence in polo, equestrian sports, and a rare, enduring athletic legacy.

Court rejects interim bail plea of Jet Air's Naresh Goyal

Court rejects interim bail plea of Jet Air's Naresh Goyal

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal's cancer was at a preliminary stage and not life threatening, a special court said here on Thursday while refusing to grant him interim bail on medical grounds. The court, however, permitted Goyal, arrested in a money laundering case, to undergo cancer treatment at a hospital of his choice for two months. Goyal (74), who is lodged in Arthur Road jail in central Mumbai, had sought to be released on interim bail to undergo treatment for cancer.

Former Mumbai player Ranjita Rane dies after battling cancer

Former Mumbai player Ranjita Rane dies after battling cancer

Rediff.com26 May 2021

"Deeply saddened to inform that ex-Mumbai cricketer and scorer Ranjita Rane has passed away," a senior Mumbai Cricket Association official said.

Don't let breast cancer get the better of you

Don't let breast cancer get the better of you

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

Breast cancer can't be prevented, but some steps can be taken to help detect it early, when the cancer cells are small and haven't spread.

PIX: Beckham bids ex-England boss Eriksson adieu

PIX: Beckham bids ex-England boss Eriksson adieu

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Eriksson, known in Sweden simply as "Svennis", led England to the 2002 and 2006 World Cup quarter-finals, and to the 2004 European Championship, managing a golden generation of players that besides Beckham included stars such as Frank Lampard, Wayne Rooney and Steven Gerrard.

Italy's World Cup hero Schillaci passes into the ages

Italy's World Cup hero Schillaci passes into the ages

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

Salvatore Schillaci, who was born in the Sicilian city of Palermo and was hospitalised there, suffered from colon cancer.

Lakshya Sen first Indian man in Olympics badminton semis!

Lakshya Sen first Indian man in Olympics badminton semis!

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

Lakshya Sen mounted a remarkable comeback to become the first male Indian shuttler to qualify for the singles semi-finals at the Olympic Games.

Dara Singh's wife succumbs to cancer

Dara Singh's wife succumbs to cancer

Rediff.com22 Mar 2016

She was 72.

2024: Top 10 International Films

2024: Top 10 International Films

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite 2024 films that he watched at film festivals held in Berlin, Cannes, Toronto and India.

Lower input costs may aid pharma firms' Q2 margins

Lower input costs may aid pharma firms' Q2 margins

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Analysts are expecting pharmaceutical companies to post sales growth of 10-11 per cent in the second quarter this financial year while the Ebitda (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortisation) margins are anticipated to improve by about 110 basis points. Ebitda improvement will be led by lower input costs because prices of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) are 5-15 per cent lower year-on-year (Y-o-Y). Axis Capital said sales growth would be around 10 per cent, of which growth in the India market would be 11 per cent or so.

Now, a new treatment for ovarian cancer

Now, a new treatment for ovarian cancer

Rediff.com21 Jun 2014

Researchers claim to have developed a new treatment for ovarian cancer that can increase the rate of tumour shrinkage and prolong the time until cancers recur.

Delhi 'suicide pact': 'Mother's death last year devastated them'

Delhi 'suicide pact': 'Mother's death last year devastated them'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

The bodies of Sharma, 46, who worked as a carpenter at the Indian Spinal Injury Centre in Vasant Kunj for the last 28 years but had stopped working since January, and his four daughters -- Neetu, 26, Nikki, 24, Neeru, 23, and Nidhi, 20 -- were found on Friday afternoon, but they had died days earlier. According to their acquaintances, the family was very religious and they would perform prayers every day.

Cancer facts: Why surgery may not always be the cure

Cancer facts: Why surgery may not always be the cure

Rediff.com31 May 2018

Oncologist Dr P Jagannath debunks the myths about cancer treatment in India.

Yoga can cure cancer, says Union minister

Yoga can cure cancer, says Union minister

Rediff.com26 Mar 2016

Goa Chief Minister Laxmikant Parsekar also said that diseases like AIDS can be cured by yoga.

Cellphones might cause cancer

Cellphones might cause cancer

Rediff.com24 Jul 2008

The beloved cellphone without which most people feel completely powerless is actually a danger in disguise, says a leading health expert, who has called for limiting the use of the mobile phone because of it's possible cancer risk

Malaysia's Lee eyes comeback after cancer treatment

Malaysia's Lee eyes comeback after cancer treatment

Rediff.com8 Nov 2018

Speaking at his first news conference since his diagnosis in September, the Malaysian three-time Olympic silver medallist said he has no intention of retiring.

Anouk Garnier's Eiffel Tower Climb!

Anouk Garnier's Eiffel Tower Climb!

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Olympics torch bearer Anouk Garnier, 34, climbed a 110 metre-long rope launched in the centre of the Eiffel Tower square to reach the second floor of the famed Parisian landmark and broke the world record for rope climbing to raise money for cancer support.

Father's memory powers McKeown to gold in Paris

Father's memory powers McKeown to gold in Paris

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

As ever, McKeown had her father Sholto on her mind as she reeled in Smith and bronze winner Katharine Berkoff during a typically furious final lap.

Seven Indian Americans awarded for cancer research

Seven Indian Americans awarded for cancer research

Rediff.com13 May 2014

The Society of Asian American Scientists in Cancer Research last month presented awards to seven doctors for their outstanding contributions to cancer research. The awards were presented by Rajvir Dahiya, SAASCR president, San Diego, California on April 6.

Free ration, healthcare: What BJP's manifesto promises

Free ration, healthcare: What BJP's manifesto promises

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

Here are the key highlights of the BJP's 'Sankalp Patra' for the 2024 parliamentary polls.

Treating prostrate cancer with virus?

Treating prostrate cancer with virus?

Rediff.com10 Mar 2010

The new therapy, which seeks to identify cancer cells, to invade and destroy them, uses a reovirus, from a family of common viruses that cause mild, even undetectable, stomach and respiratory illnesses.

The Amjad Khan We Didn't Know

The Amjad Khan We Didn't Know

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

None of Amjad Khan's subsequent roles could outshine Sholay. He had begun his career at the top and had no higher peaks left to conquer. Dinesh Raheja salutes the iconic actor on his 80th birth anniversary.

Can Face Yoga Improve Your Appearance?

Can Face Yoga Improve Your Appearance?

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

rediffGURU Radhika Iyer Talati explains how yoga can help you stay fit and healthy.

Yuvraj Singh on how to hit cancer for a six!

Yuvraj Singh on how to hit cancer for a six!

Rediff.com10 Nov 2017

Yuvraj, who was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2012, said he could successfully fight the dreaded diseased as it was detected early.