News for 'Child Development'

8-YO Indian chess genius takes the world by storm

8-YO Indian chess genius takes the world by storm

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Divith, who has a FIDE rating of 1784 points currently, won four matches on the trot, including the last two against higher-rated opponents

Body of 6th 'missing' person found in Manipur, autopsy done on 5

Body of 6th 'missing' person found in Manipur, autopsy done on 5

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Six people -- three women and three children -- belonging to the Meitei community had gone missing from a relief camp in Jiribam after a gunfight between security forces and suspected Kuki-Zo militants that resulted in the deaths of 10 insurgents on November 11.

'Ladki Bahin Will Sink MVA Ship'

'Ladki Bahin Will Sink MVA Ship'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

The ruling Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra is heavily banking upon a six to 10 per cent shift in voters -- mostly women -- in its favour to return to power with anywhere between 160 and 170 assembly seats, say four MLAs belonging to Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena.

'My Son Answers Orally But Dislikes Writing. Please Help'

'My Son Answers Orally But Dislikes Writing. Please Help'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

rediffGURU Aruna Agarwal, a child psychologist and behaviour therapist with over 20 years of experience, offers solutions to parenting challenges.

Drug victims need rehabilitation, not demonisation: SC

Drug victims need rehabilitation, not demonisation: SC

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

The Supreme Court of India expressed deep concern over the rising drug abuse problem in the country, highlighting the impact on youth and the need for urgent intervention. The court emphasized the need for rehabilitation rather than demonization of drug users and called for open discussions to address the issue. The judgment came while granting bail to a man accused in a heroin smuggling case. The court cited a 2019 report that indicated a significant number of people in India use opioids, cannabis, and other substances, with alarming trends in opioid dependence.

'My Daughter is Being Bullied. How Can I Help?'

'My Daughter is Being Bullied. How Can I Help?'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

rediffGURU Aruna Agarwal, a qualified child psychologist and behaviour therapist with over 20 years of experience, offers parenting advice.

'If Pawar Saheb Tells Me To Jump In A Well...'

'If Pawar Saheb Tells Me To Jump In A Well...'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

'The reason I am not anxious about the opponent facing me in the front (Ajit Pawar) is because of who is standing behind me like a rock (Sharad Pawar).'

If Your Child Is Online, Read This!

If Your Child Is Online, Read This!

Rediff.com19 Jan 2023

Nearly 33 per cent of the 424 parents who took part in a survey reported that their children were approached by strangers via online platforms soliciting friendships, seeking personal and family details and broaching up sexual advice.

Odisha: 115 child rape cases registered within 59 days

Odisha: 115 child rape cases registered within 59 days

Rediff.com14 Mar 2013

At least 115 child rape cases have been registered in 59 days, in January and February this year, in Odisha, the state assembly was informed on Thursday.

When Zakir Hussain beat BigB to be voted 'sexiest man'

When Zakir Hussain beat BigB to be voted 'sexiest man'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Zakir Hussain was the maestro of tabla, percussionist, composer and even actor -- a legend who was India's very own and yet belonged to the world. Hussain died from 'idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis', a lung disease, in a San Francisco hospital early Monday. He was 73.

Cong leader booked for 'latka-jhatka' remark against Smriti Irani

Cong leader booked for 'latka-jhatka' remark against Smriti Irani

Rediff.com20 Dec 2022

Rai said that the terminology was part of the regional dialect and there was nothing obscene about it.

37 ministers don't find a place in Modi 3.0

37 ministers don't find a place in Modi 3.0

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

As many as 37 ministers have been dropped from the government in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term and these include seven with cabinet rank -- prominent among them being Smriti Irani, Anurag Thakur and Narayan Rane.

10 Warning Signs That Your Child Needs Help!

10 Warning Signs That Your Child Needs Help!

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

Does your child think you are the enemy? Has her/his behaviour changed drastically? Is your child constantly low on energy? These are just some of the signs that your child could be grappling with emotional issues.

Two succumb to sunstroke as Kerala grapples with severe heat

Two succumb to sunstroke as Kerala grapples with severe heat

Rediff.com28 Apr 2024

As Kerala battles severe heat, the meteorological department has issued a maximum temperature warning for 12 districts for the upcoming five days.

Are extra-curriculars good for your child?

Are extra-curriculars good for your child?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

As a parent, it is your responsibility to analyse whether it is really required or not.

I Want To Talk Review: Abhishek Bachchan At His Best!

I Want To Talk Review: Abhishek Bachchan At His Best!

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

Abhishek Bachchan conveys the numerous chapters and challenges his mind, body and soul go through with a never-before candour, observes Sukanya Verma.

High Time India Resists Real Estate Mania

High Time India Resists Real Estate Mania

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Once we break free of the idea that land is scarce, real estate is just a pile of bricks, steel, and glass. Any price surge will kick off a supply response, which kills off the possibility of sustained price appreciation, points out Ajay Shah.

India ranks 105th in Global Hunger Index, in 'serious' category

India ranks 105th in Global Hunger Index, in 'serious' category

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

India's GHI Score is based on the values of four component indicators: 13.7 per cent of the population is undernourished, 35.5 per cent of children under five are stunted with 18.7 per cent of them being wasted, and 2.9 per cent of children die before their fifth birthday, the report notes.

Delhi Lt Guv sacks 223 DCW employees hired 'without due procedure'

Delhi Lt Guv sacks 223 DCW employees hired 'without due procedure'

Rediff.com2 May 2024

An order was issued to terminate 223 contractual employees of the Delhi Commission of Women after Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena gave his nod to a proposal on it, officials said on Thursday.

'Ratan Tata Is No More, But Tata Name Will Live Forever'

'Ratan Tata Is No More, But Tata Name Will Live Forever'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'The people of India have shown immense faith in the Tata group as they have never broken the trust of Indians.'

Centre's development plan not reaching most Bihar kids

Centre's development plan not reaching most Bihar kids

Rediff.com7 Jan 2013

The benefits of the Centre's Integrated Child Development Services are not reaching the most impoverished children in Bihar, a latest survey report has revealed. The report of the rapid assessment survey -- conducted jointly by the Bihar Lok Adhikar Manch and Child Rights and You -- strongly emphasises the inadequacy of the ICDS service delivery system in the state, especially in the impoverished Dalit and Mahadalit societies.

ICDS to cover every child under 6

ICDS to cover every child under 6

Rediff.com6 Jul 2009

In his Budget speech, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee announced that the government is committed to the universalisation of the Integrated Child Development Services scheme in the country. Expressing grave concern at the low level of female literacy in the country, Mukherjee said the aim of the National Mission for Female Literacy would be to reduce the current level of female illiteracy by half in three years.

Ashwin: Evolutionary, cerebral and never a one-trick pony

Ashwin: Evolutionary, cerebral and never a one-trick pony

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

If one has to analyse Ashwin the cricketer, it is very difficult to ignore Ashwin, the person, who had a very independent mind and a brain that probably ticked 24x7. He believed in de-construction of his art and became craftier one ball at a time.

Better J-K steps see India out of UN report on children of conflict

Better J-K steps see India out of UN report on children of conflict

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

India has been mentioned in the report of the Secretary-General on Children and armed conflict since 2010 along with other countries of Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Lake Chad basin, Nigeria, Pakistan, and the Philippines for alleged recruitment and use of boys by armed groups in Jammu and Kashmir; detainment of boys by Indian security forces in J&K for their alleged association with armed groups, or on national security grounds.

Parliament okays bill to make child marriages void

Parliament okays bill to make child marriages void

Rediff.com19 Dec 2006

In case of such marriages being declared null and void, the legislation provides that the husband or if he is minor at the time of child marriage, his guardian would pay maintenance to the minor girl till her remarriage.

QnA: Can Women Have Sex After Menopause?

QnA: Can Women Have Sex After Menopause?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

rediffGURU Dr Karthiyayini Mahadevan offers advice on post-menopausal health care.

When A Landslide Wiped Out A Village

When A Landslide Wiped Out A Village

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

100 people are feared trapped as Irshalwadi village in Maharashtra's Raigad district was buried by a landslide early on Thursday morning.

How To Be Free From Home Loan Debt

How To Be Free From Home Loan Debt

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Using mantras from the Bhagavad Gita, Vatsal Ramaiya explains how you can conquer your home loan debt and unlock a world of financial freedom and peace of mind.

Olympiad gold-medallist Vantika's next big move!

Olympiad gold-medallist Vantika's next big move!

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

Vantika Agrawal, 21, is aiming to become a Grandmaster, which could happen as early as next year.

'Unemployment Is Higher Among Educated Youth'

'Unemployment Is Higher Among Educated Youth'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

'The more educated a young person is, the higher the chances of him or her remaining unemployed.'

Donald Trump: From convicted felon to 2nd term Prez

Donald Trump: From convicted felon to 2nd term Prez

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

From the time he left office after his loss in the 2020 presidential election to his nomination as the Republican candidate in the 2024 race, Trump continued to dominate the American news cycle and the country's psyche.

POCSO Act: Law panel seeks govt input on age of consent

POCSO Act: Law panel seeks govt input on age of consent

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Sources said the Law Commission held a meeting with the government and sought some information on the matter of age of consent.

Kamal Haasan@70: What Makes Him Ulaga Nayagan

Kamal Haasan@70: What Makes Him Ulaga Nayagan

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

'With passage of time, Kamal did move away from the humdrum of commercial cinema, using it only as a peg to launch a new concept or new technology, as no other actor/film-maker has done in Indian cinema.' N Sathiya Moorthy assesses the career and politics of movie legend Kamal Haasan on his 70th brthday.

'Rich Families From Deprived Castes Will Give Up Reservations In Future'

'Rich Families From Deprived Castes Will Give Up Reservations In Future'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

'If a Brahmin child by birth is poor then he must get reservation benefits rather than an OBC child who is rich and born in a rich family.'

St Stephen's releases Christian quota selection list after DU charges

St Stephen's releases Christian quota selection list after DU charges

Rediff.com3 Sep 2024

On Monday, the DU released the list of allocations for Christian candidates in minority colleges, including Jesus and Mary College.

Will Railways' ChildLine scheme make runaway children safer?

Will Railways' ChildLine scheme make runaway children safer?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2015

Are the ChildLine booths for runaway children an attempt to sanitise Indian railway stations or a genuine effort for the protection of 'railway kids'?

COVID-19 Kills 1,700 People Globally A Week

COVID-19 Kills 1,700 People Globally A Week

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

WHO has urged people at risk to keep up with their vaccinations with boosters.

Juvenile Porsche driver's father, 2 pub staffers sent to police custody

Juvenile Porsche driver's father, 2 pub staffers sent to police custody

Rediff.com23 May 2024

The teenage boy's father, a real estate developer, and employees of Black Club pub Nitesh Shevani and Jayesh Gavkar, were produced before additional sessions judge S P Ponkshe.

PPF Changes From Oct 1: 10 MUST-KNOW FAQs

PPF Changes From Oct 1: 10 MUST-KNOW FAQs

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

If you don't make the necessary adjustments after October 1, 2024, you'll stop earning interest on accounts that aren't in compliance rediffGURU Milind Vadjikar