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The Sneaky Sugars Your Kids Might Be Eating

The Sneaky Sugars Your Kids Might Be Eating

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

Excessive sugar intake has been linked to brain inflammation, which can affect cognitive functions such as memory, learning, and decision-making, warns Pankaj Prakash Sharma, founder, Happa Foods.

The Salim-Javed Special Quiz

The Salim-Javed Special Quiz

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

The Man Who Saw Tomorrow

The Man Who Saw Tomorrow

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Here stood a man who embodied the legacy of whatever Brand Tata stood for, embellished it, and departed into the long night, leaving the brand legacy for others to further enrich, notes R Gopalakrishnan.

How NSG Trains To Fight Terrorists

How NSG Trains To Fight Terrorists

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

The NSG calendar of 2024 is here! The calendar this year features some unique shots as those of CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear) attack combat team, drone killers and CornerShot gun.

Trade on road to recovery but Indian firms tread cautiously

Trade on road to recovery but Indian firms tread cautiously

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Truck movements across the India-Bangladesh border are on the rise, with increasing rentals signalling a trade recovery between the two South Asian nations. Yet, geopolitical tension looms large, with Bangladesh now under an interim government for nearly two months.

'He Was Always The Same Old Ratan'

'He Was Always The Same Old Ratan'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

'Ratan had the quality that JRD and Russi Mody had -- they could walk with kings and never lose the common touch.'

Attention Deficit Disorder, The Problem Alia Bhatt Faces

Attention Deficit Disorder, The Problem Alia Bhatt Faces

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Attention Deficit Disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by difficulties with attention, concentration and impulse control, explains Mehezabin Dordi, clinical psychologist at the Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital.

Alumni urge IITs to boycott Dow Chemicals

Alumni urge IITs to boycott Dow Chemicals

Rediff.com25 Oct 2007

About 1,000 alumni of the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) have sent a petition to the directors of the seven premier government-owned engineering institutes urging them to ban Dow Chemicals, which acquired the Union Carbide plant in 2001, from any partnership or role in the premier institutes of the country. This comes soon after the company was forced to cancel pre-placement talks, due in the last week of October, in IIT Madras and Bombay.

Chemicals have lifelong effect on children: UN

Chemicals have lifelong effect on children: UN

Rediff.com28 Jul 2007

Emerging evidence suggests that an increased risk of cancer and heart disease in adults can result in part from exposures to certain environmental chemicals during childhood.

Dow Chemical blamed for Bhopal gas tragedy

Dow Chemical blamed for Bhopal gas tragedy

Rediff.com2 Dec 2006

The Campaign estimates that 22,000 people are already dead and says yet Dow wants to deny all responsibility and wants the Indian government to pay millions of dollars for the clean of its mess in Bhopal.

Ratan Tata, As I Knew Him

Ratan Tata, As I Knew Him

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Ratan was extremely ethical in his dealings, which he brought to bear on the business house which he helmed, remembers Sailesh Kottary.

Govt makes norms to foil chemical attacks

Govt makes norms to foil chemical attacks

Rediff.com13 Aug 2006

Four of the eight battalions of the National Disaster Response Force have been earmarked specially for responding to such terrorist strikes.

NTA announces new dates for 3 crucial exams, including UGC-NET

NTA announces new dates for 3 crucial exams, including UGC-NET

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Friday night announced the new dates of cancelled and postponed examinations, including the University Grants Commission-National Eligibility Test, amid a raging row over alleged irregularities in their conduct.

IPO craze continues: 3 firms to raise Rs 1,325 crore next week

IPO craze continues: 3 firms to raise Rs 1,325 crore next week

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

The primary market will see a flurry of activity in March, with at least three companies including Gopal Snacks will float their initial public offerings (IPOs) in the upcoming week to raise Rs 1,325 crore collectively. The other two companies which are set to launch their maiden public issues are -- RK Swamy and JG Chemicals. Additionally, Bengaluru-based luxury furniture brand Stanley Lifestyles and Krystal Integrated Services are expected to float their initial share-sales later this month, according to merchant bankers.

Diseases, chemical accidents are not reported: CAG

Diseases, chemical accidents are not reported: CAG

Rediff.com24 Apr 2013

Government auditor, the Comptroller and Auditor General has found that not all disease outbreaks and chemical accidents taking place in different parts of the country are reported to Central authorities which could effect the response to epidemics.

Jerrit G John wanted for throwing chemical at girlfriend

Jerrit G John wanted for throwing chemical at girlfriend

Rediff.com9 Nov 2012

A manhunt has been launched for the owner of a production house Jerrit G John, who allegedly threw hazardous chemical on his former physiotherapist girlfriend at her residence in central Mumbai, the police said on Friday.

Shares given as gift may escape capital gains tax

Shares given as gift may escape capital gains tax

Rediff.com9 May 2024

In a case related to Mumbai-based Jai Trust versus Union government, the court ruled that a gift is a consideration-less transaction, and hence, not liable for capital gains tax. It quashes the reassessment notice issued by the tax authorities alleging that a specific income has escaped assessment on transfer of shares as gift by the trust.

Emami has built itself through acquisition, but...

Emami has built itself through acquisition, but...

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Two young men jostle in a rickshaw as it clatters along a narrow, bustling lane of North Kolkata, each with a leg dangling over the side of the vehicle, a bulging sack of cosmetics nestled between them. The protagonists here are the founders of Emami - Radhe Shyam Agarwal and Radhe Shyam Goenka - childhood friends who gave up cushy corporate jobs to build a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) company. From a 200-square-foot rented space on Muktaram Babu Street in North Kolkata, brand Emami stepped into the competitive world of FMCG 50 years back, armed with just three products: Vanishing cream, talcum powder, and cold cream.

'Assad to face consequences if he fails on chemical weapons'

'Assad to face consequences if he fails on chemical weapons'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2013

In a stern message, the United States, Britain and France on Monday warned Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad of "serious consequences" if he fails to surrender his chemical weapons, saying military strike remains an option.

Sudarshan Chemical's R J Rathi passes away

Sudarshan Chemical's R J Rathi passes away

Rediff.com17 Jan 2003

Dr R J Rathi, the doyen of Indian chemical industry and executive chairman of Sudarshan Chemical Industries Ltd passed away in Pune Thursday after a brief illness. He was 78 years old.

How To Score High CGPA For Best Placements

How To Score High CGPA For Best Placements

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Create a balanced schedule that allocates time for both studies and skill development, suggests rediffGURU Aasif Ahmed Khan.

Exports dip 1.2% in Jul; trade deficit widens to $23.5 bn

Exports dip 1.2% in Jul; trade deficit widens to $23.5 bn

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

After remaining in the positive zone for three months, India's exports contracted 1.2 per cent to $33.98 billion in July, while the trade deficit widened to $23.5 billion.

14 priests injured in 'gulal-triggered' fire in Mahakal temple

14 priests injured in 'gulal-triggered' fire in Mahakal temple

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Fourteen priests, including 'sevaks' (assistants), were injured in a fire that broke out in the Mahakal Temple in Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh on Monday during 'bhasma aarti', an official said.

Dow Chemicals not liable for Bhopal tragedy: RTI

Dow Chemicals not liable for Bhopal tragedy: RTI

Rediff.com15 Jun 2010

Did the Indian government guarantee Dow Chemicals, the parent company of Union Carbide, that it will not be held liable for the Bhopal gas tragedy?

New govt may kick off pesticide, seed reforms

New govt may kick off pesticide, seed reforms

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

With farm Acts out of the picture, the government may look at reforming the input side of the agriculture sector - regulations and rules that govern seeds, fertilisers and plant chemicals. Sources said such a blueprint, which is aimed at making the life of farmers easier, with quicker approvals but not compromising on quality, is in the works as part of the 100-day agenda of Modi 3.0. Also, ways to administer fertiliser subsidy more effectively and cutting down on leakages and diversions to build on the success of neem-coated urea are being thought of.

Rallis to exit seeds, chemicals

Rallis to exit seeds, chemicals

Rediff.com13 Feb 2004

IOC will not drop Dow Chemicals as Games sponsor

IOC will not drop Dow Chemicals as Games sponsor

Rediff.com7 Mar 2012

Reaffirming its stand, the International Olympic Committee Wednesday rejected calls from the Indian Government to drop Dow Chemicals as sponsor of the London Games because of its links to the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy.

Trump's press secretary apologises for Hitler 'didn't use chemical arms' claim

Trump's press secretary apologises for Hitler 'didn't use chemical arms' claim

Rediff.com12 Apr 2017

Gaffe-prone Spicer apologised on national television on Tuesday for comparing the Nazi leader with Syrian President Bashar al Assad

PIX: 'Around 650 killed in Damascus chemical bombing'

PIX: 'Around 650 killed in Damascus chemical bombing'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2013

Syria has vehemently denied the use of chemical weapons in an attack on the eastern suburbs of Damascus, which the opposition Syrian National Coalition claimed killed 650 people.

Budget may go vocal for higher local procurement

Budget may go vocal for higher local procurement

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

To boost domestic manufacturing under the Make in India initiative and reduce dependency on imports, the government is expected to announce in the Budget an increase in the minimum local content requirement for public procurement, with certain sectors being granted exceptions. Currently, firms producing goods, services, or works with at least 50 per cent local content are classified as Class-I local suppliers and are preferred the most in government procurement.

Nandigram set to flare up over chemical hub

Nandigram set to flare up over chemical hub

Rediff.com9 Apr 2009

Locals -- more so in the area broadly called Nandigram lying across the minor Haldi River from Haldia -- fear a fresh round of land acquisition, as the state government pushes ahead with its petroleum, chemical and petrochemical investment region plans with Indian Oil Corporation and Calc Refinery Ltd as its anchor tenants. The PCPIR is one of the Left Front government's showcase projects in its efforts to accelerate growth in the state.

Wholesale inflation in negative territory for 7th month

Wholesale inflation in negative territory for 7th month

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

The wholesale price index-based inflation remained in the negative territory for the seventh straight month in October at (-) 0.52 per cent, on easing prices of food items. The WPI-based inflation rate has been in the negative zone since April and was at (-) 0.26 per cent in September, 2023. In October last year, WPI was at 8.67 per cent.

Factors that will drive the markets this week

Factors that will drive the markets this week

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

Quarterly earnings from corporates, the US Fed interest rate decision and other global trends will be the major driving factors for determining movement in the domestic equity market in a holiday-shortened week ahead, analysts said. Besides, factors like trading activity of foreign investors, global oil benchmark Brent crude and rupee-dollar trend would also influence trading.

RIL net may see sequential dip

RIL net may see sequential dip

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

Consolidated earnings for oil-to-telecom conglomerate Reliance Industries (RIL) may report sequential weakness, and modest year-on-year (Y-o-Y) growth in the June 2024 quarter (Q1FY25), said analysts. Lower refining margins are expected to moderate gains made from other businesses. RIL is slated to report its financial performance for Q1FY25 on July 19.

Govt extends approval for use of drones for spraying pesticides for 1 year

Govt extends approval for use of drones for spraying pesticides for 1 year

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

The government has extended the interim approval given to plant protection companies for use of drones for spraying specified pesticides. The approval has been extended for one more year starting from April 18, 2024. All other terms and conditions for the use of drones for spraying plant protection chemicals including the standard operating procedures etc. will remain the same.

19 major commodities see export volume growth, but value declines

19 major commodities see export volume growth, but value declines

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Exports of 19 major commodities, including petroleum products, coal and marine items, saw growth in terms of volume during April 2023-February 2024, even as they witnessed contraction in value terms during the same period. Government officials said the rise in export volume despite a decline in value implies that these commodities show a stronger market demand.

Soy sauce contains cancerous chemical: Report

Soy sauce contains cancerous chemical: Report

Rediff.com18 Mar 2008

Soy Sauce contains a chemical that may cause cancer, according to a food regulator. Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ), the governmental body responsible for developing food standards for Australia and New Zealand, says that ethyl carbamate (EC) is found in many common foods including soy sauce.

India's exports rise 11.9% in Feb, highest in 11 months

India's exports rise 11.9% in Feb, highest in 11 months

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

India recorded the highest monthly exports during the fiscal in February, registering an 11.9 per cent growth to $41.4 billion, mainly driven by increased shipments of engineering goods, electronic items and pharma products. The trade deficit during February worked out to $18.7 billion, up from $16.57 billion in the year-ago month, as gold imports surged significantly. Merchandise imports were valued at $60.11 billion, up 12.16 per cent compared to $53.58 per cent in February 2023.

'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

'When the bombing happened in the Taj Mahal hotel in 2008, that was a very sad moment, but he really took care of the people, took care of everybody and that was when you saw some of his best moments.' 'There are some things which we will never forget. That is when the best of a person comes out.'

Volume growth, lower costs positive for Coal India's outlook

Volume growth, lower costs positive for Coal India's outlook

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

Coal India's (CIL's) revenue for the first quarter of 2024-25 (Q1FY25) came in at Rs 36,500 crore, up 1 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) and down 3 per cent sequentially, which was in line with consensus. The blended average selling price was Rs 1,687/tonne, down 5 per cent Y-o-Y and down 1 per cent Q-o-Q, which was below estimates. The adjusted operating profit (excluding overburden removal or OBR costs) stood at Rs 11,500 crore up 3 per cent Y-o-Y and up 17 per cent Q-o-Q, which beat the street. This was due to lower operating expenses.