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Cut down wasteful subsidies that do not reach the poor

Cut down wasteful subsidies that do not reach the poor

Rediff.com4 Nov 2015

The savings would be better spent and might actually reach the poor, says Rahul Khullar.

How 'gurunomics' is fueling India's consumer boom

How 'gurunomics' is fueling India's consumer boom

Rediff.com26 Mar 2016

Be it consumer products, lifestyle or entertainment, spiritual gurus are stepping into business and are finding success

Niyamgiri poised for voting on bauxite mining for Vedanta plant

Niyamgiri poised for voting on bauxite mining for Vedanta plant

Rediff.com11 Jul 2013

The Supreme Court on April 18 ordered the villagers be provided with basic forest rights in form of the land titles

Ad regulator takes a big leap

Ad regulator takes a big leap

Rediff.com7 Nov 2014

No more a paper tiger, the Advertising Standards Council of India will partner the Department of Consumer Affairs to enforce better compliance.

'A lot of the start-up stuff is inexperience coupled with arrogance'

'A lot of the start-up stuff is inexperience coupled with arrogance'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2016

'All businesses have to be run for business, for profits on a sustainable basis. It may sound old school, but then I have been in business for 32 years and you can't change an old tiger's stripes.'

Workouts for workaholics

Workouts for workaholics

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

If you, like so many of us, are a workaholic, you better start working out super quick. Fitness expert Brinda Sapat has these suggestions.

Review: Inside Llewyn Davis is another Coen triumph

Review: Inside Llewyn Davis is another Coen triumph

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

Inside Llewyn Davis is a fantastic film, feels Raja Sen.

Why NaMo, Rahul, Kejri etc MUST watch Newton

Why NaMo, Rahul, Kejri etc MUST watch Newton

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

'Will anything change for you after the election?' And the man said 'Kuch nahin badlega.' And he had a smile on his face. He knew nothing was going to change.

Can India feed 1.7 billion people by 2050?

Can India feed 1.7 billion people by 2050?

Rediff.com18 Aug 2014

In a country where 35 to 40 per cent of food is not consumed, the government urgently needs to reduce wastage to an acceptable level.

'No one in India will die of starvation because of Centre's laxity'

'No one in India will die of starvation because of Centre's laxity'

Rediff.com16 May 2016

There is no foodgrain shortage in the country as our total storage capacity is more than 81 million tonnes, while the public distribution system requirement is 61 million tonnes, says Ram Vilas Paswan.

'Women want a man with a sense of humour, but refuse to see the funny side when they show it...'

'Women want a man with a sense of humour, but refuse to see the funny side when they show it...'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2015

'Women want a man with a sense of humour, but refuse to see the funny side when they show it' ...whines the male protagonist of Madhuri Banerjee's fourth novel My Clingy Girlfriend

It's time to promote farmer friendly measures

It's time to promote farmer friendly measures

Rediff.com2 Aug 2014

States need to create alternative marketing structures for farm produce since middlemen also provide vital services that are otherwise unavailable to the farmer.

Genetically modified crops' field trials put on hold

Genetically modified crops' field trials put on hold

Rediff.com30 Jul 2014

The decision marks first successful policy intervention.

These foods will improve your sex life

These foods will improve your sex life

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

It's your diet that holds the key to a fulfilling sex life. Boost libido by changing what you eat.

Nestle and the Billa-Ranga syndrome

Nestle and the Billa-Ranga syndrome

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

Just as Billa-Ranga had become symbols of everything that was wrong with the system many years ago, Nestle is now portrayed as the wickedest of the wicked. Every known food crime in India is now attributed to Nestle including deliberately increasing the level of lead in their noodles, as well as deliberately destroying the health of millions. That's not only unfair, it's downright idiotic, says Rajeev Srinivasan.

'Modi government is on its way to greatness'

'Modi government is on its way to greatness'

Rediff.com26 May 2017

'Let us not say that Modi has not delivered on anything; he has delivered something and in parts substantially, but he has to also deliver on a large number of his electoral promises.'

Ancient grains make a comeback in Indian kitchens

Ancient grains make a comeback in Indian kitchens

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Make modern meals from ancient grains.

Mumbai to Kolli Hills: Anirudh Prasadh changes the fortune of poor farmers

Mumbai to Kolli Hills: Anirudh Prasadh changes the fortune of poor farmers

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

A chemical engineer, Anirudh gave up his high-paying job to work for welfare of farmers in Tamil Nadu.

Ishita Khanna is transforming lives in Spiti, the eco-friendly way

Ishita Khanna is transforming lives in Spiti, the eco-friendly way

Rediff.com13 Jul 2015

Ishita is helping the local community in Spiti lead better lives and build a sustainable environment.

Why staying hungry can be BAD for you!

Why staying hungry can be BAD for you!

Rediff.com30 Nov 2016

'With enjoyable physical activity, stress release quality sleep and the right diet, we can reverse the metabolic damage which is wreaking havoc in the world and especially in India.'

Some like it raw

Some like it raw

Rediff.com7 May 2015

Uncooked, fresh and unprocessed -- that's the diet a number of people are swearing by

Ghee, butter, cheese, eggs: Yes! Sugar, carbs: NO!

Ghee, butter, cheese, eggs: Yes! Sugar, carbs: NO!

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

'When I give advice to my Indian relatives they are shocked.' 'I tell them to eat butter again and eggs and all that stuff.' And eat only so much rice.' 'Instead of having three chapattis, have one.' A must-read interview!

Madhuchandan, a software engineer from US is making farmers richer!

Madhuchandan, a software engineer from US is making farmers richer!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2015

For distressed farmers in Mandya district of Karnataka, Madhuchandan is a true saviour.

UPA and the economic consequences of Amartya Sen

UPA and the economic consequences of Amartya Sen

Rediff.com10 Jul 2013

One may fault this government for incompetence, corruption, and delayed action but it cannot be faulted for lacking a vision.

Are India and Bangladesh choosing pragmatism over politics?

Are India and Bangladesh choosing pragmatism over politics?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2013

The compulsions of domestic politics notwithstanding, India and Bangladesh script a new story in bilateral relations, say Nayanima Basu and Aditi Phadnis

Future imperfect for Indian startups

Future imperfect for Indian startups

Rediff.com8 Sep 2015

India'sstartups have a good beginning but will they survive competition is a big questions which needs immediate attention.

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