News for 'Child Development'

'New Covid surge is a seasonal wave but spreads faster'

'New Covid surge is a seasonal wave but spreads faster'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

'Seek medical help if after five days of the first symptom the fever has not subsided.'

Manipur women pleaded cops to drive them safety but ...: CBI chargesheet

Manipur women pleaded cops to drive them safety but ...: CBI chargesheet

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

The Manipur Police personnel allegedly drove the two women from the Kuki-Zomi community, who had sought refuge in their official Gypsy, to a mob of around 1,000 Meiti rioters in Kangpokpi district, the Central Bureau of Investigation chargesheet has said.

Vij was to be sworn-in, but he didn't come: Khattar

Vij was to be sworn-in, but he didn't come: Khattar

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

BJP leader Anil Vij on Tuesday skipped Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini's swearing-in ceremony where, according to the outgoing CM M L Khattar, he would also have been inducted in the cabinet.

Once trafficked, this teen, is now an international child rights activist

Once trafficked, this teen, is now an international child rights activist

Rediff.com3 Oct 2016

Anoyara Khatun, 18, now leads 80 groups of children, who are fighting against evils like child marriage, trafficking, child labour, besides other issues related to health and education.

Which country is best for your child to study abroad?

Which country is best for your child to study abroad?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

Have you been asking yourself this question? Then these 8 tips are meant for you.

Cutting across party lines, 27 women MPs debate, back women's quota bill in LS

Cutting across party lines, 27 women MPs debate, back women's quota bill in LS

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

Initiating the debate on the bill from the opposition's side, Congress leader Sonia Gandhi said that any delay in bringing the reservation into effect would be "gross injustice" to Indian women.

Sania practises prenatal yoga, gets praise from Maneka Gandhi

Sania practises prenatal yoga, gets praise from Maneka Gandhi

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

On the occasion of International Day of Yoga, Mirza, who is expecting her first child in October, posted a photo of her performing yoga on Twitter and tagged Maneka Gandhi and the Ministry of Women and Child Development to it.

'Care': The Secret of Good Parenting

'Care': The Secret of Good Parenting

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

Care comes from a place of 'What is good for my child's development?' Care is a long-term view of the child's flourishing in life. Care is a sacred activity and it begins at home.

Worst forms of child labour in Asia

Worst forms of child labour in Asia

Rediff.com22 Nov 2012

While South Asia is still lagging in curbing child labour, South American countries like Brazil and Chile have made significant strides.

All Mother Teresa care homes to be inspected after baby selling scandal

All Mother Teresa care homes to be inspected after baby selling scandal

Rediff.com17 Jul 2018

A shelter home run by the MoC in Ranchi has allegedly been involved in "selling" three children and "giving away" another one.

'There will be an overwhelming win for the BJP in Rajasthan''

'There will be an overwhelming win for the BJP in Rajasthan''

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

'The good governance which the Congress government claims has resulted in a regime where women in Rajasthan are afraid to go out of their homes.'

Ben Foakes rates Indian pitches as toughest

Ben Foakes rates Indian pitches as toughest

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

Indian conditions up there with the hardest: Ben Foakes

2,290 kids in Maha lost parents due to COVID-19

2,290 kids in Maha lost parents due to COVID-19

Rediff.com27 May 2021

The data about the orphaned children has been compiled based on the inputs given by the district task forces headed by the collectors.

'Now China Is Afraid'

'Now China Is Afraid'

Rediff.com4 May 2024

'Ladakh will be dealt with in Modi's third term.'

UP portfolios announced; Adityanath retains home

UP portfolios announced; Adityanath retains home

Rediff.com22 Mar 2017

The list has been sent to Governor Ram Naik for approval.

New airport, revamped railway station: Modi's gifts for Ayodhya ahead of Ram temple event

New airport, revamped railway station: Modi's gifts for Ayodhya ahead of Ram temple event

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

This visit by the prime minister comes weeks ahead of the 'pran pratishtha' or consecration ceremony of the Ram temple.

BJP, Congress In Freebies Race In MP

BJP, Congress In Freebies Race In MP

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

'Elections in Madhya Pradesh have so far largely avoided freebies.' 'But this time both the Congress and BJP are making such announcements.'

Why talk only about Manipur, asks BJP; Opposition hits back

Why talk only about Manipur, asks BJP; Opposition hits back

Rediff.com22 Jul 2023

The political war of words over Manipur intensified on Saturday with the BJP raising the incidents of atrocities against women in West Bengal and Rajasthan and questioning the 'silence' of the opposition, which termed it as a diversionary tactic to avoid debate on the situation in the north-eastern state.

Authorities appeal couples in Shanghai to have 2nd child

Authorities appeal couples in Shanghai to have 2nd child

Rediff.com28 Jan 2015

Facing a sharp decline in work force, Shanghai authorities have appealed to "qualified young couples" to have second child as 30 per cent population of China's biggest business hub will be aged 60 or above by this year's end, official media reported on Wednesday.

The worrying case of child marriages in Kerala

The worrying case of child marriages in Kerala

Rediff.com10 Nov 2015

Venu Muruvelil reports on the Outrage over thriving child marriages in Kerala as the state government looks the other way.

Best Career Options For Science Students

Best Career Options For Science Students

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

rediffGURU Mayank Kumar offers guidance about degree courses, campus, job-linked and executive programmes and studying abroad.

Why the child labour law should not be amended

Why the child labour law should not be amended

Rediff.com29 May 2015

The proposed changes to the child labour law to allow children and adolescents to work for their families would be most retrograde and regressive, say Shinzani Jain and Paranjoy Guha Thakurta.

Wenger to help unearth future football stars in India

Wenger to help unearth future football stars in India

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

Legendary coach Arsene Wenger is set to visit India in the second week of October to finalise the setting-up of a central academy.

Who Fared Better On Economy? Modi Or Manmohan

Who Fared Better On Economy? Modi Or Manmohan

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

Whether it was the MGNREGS or the NFSA or the Aadhaar-based DBT scheme for cash transfer, the Modi government has built on the basic architecture created by the Singh government. Policy makers in the Modi government, instead of discarding them as products of the previous political regime, worked on them, expanded their scope and reach, and used new tools to improve their performance, explains A K Bhattacharya.

Arnold has an illegitimate child?

Arnold has an illegitimate child?

Rediff.com17 May 2011

The 'Governator' recently parted ways with wife Maria Shriver.

China to ease controversial one-child policy

China to ease controversial one-child policy

Rediff.com15 Nov 2013

China, the world's most populous nation, will relax its controversial decades-long one-child population policy which restricted most couples to have only a single child, the ruling Communist Party announced on Friday.

Bournvita asked to remove misleading ads amid row

Bournvita asked to remove misleading ads amid row

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

The notice came after a social media influencer sparked a row by posting a video alleging that Bournvita has high sugar content.

Why Adhyayan is good for your child

Why Adhyayan is good for your child

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

The Adhyayan Quality Standard engages schools in self-review to improve education standards, says Anjuli Bhargava.

Real issue about food in <i>anganwadis</i>

Real issue about food in anganwadis

Rediff.com20 Mar 2008

The controversy over whether the government should mandate cooked food or pre-packaged meals at child care centres (anganwadis) and for the mid-day meal scheme in primary schools under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) misses the wood for the trees.

Minister apologises for ad goof-up, orders probe

Minister apologises for ad goof-up, orders probe

Rediff.com25 Jan 2010

Seeking apology on a controversial government advertisement released in the national print media, India's junior Minister for Women and Child Development Krishna Tirath said she had set up a committee to probe the lapses.

'The Win Is Not Just For India, But For All The Women Out There'

'The Win Is Not Just For India, But For All The Women Out There'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

'If there is an artiste somewhere in India or in the world who wants to express her art, I hoped that this award would inspire them, and add meaning to their journey.'

Studying Abroad? Work Part-Time

Studying Abroad? Work Part-Time

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

A part-time job will not only support you financially but also help you learn skills that will help you grow in your career.

Fadnavis gets home, finance; BJP bags key portfolios in Maha cabinet

Fadnavis gets home, finance; BJP bags key portfolios in Maha cabinet

Rediff.com14 Aug 2022

Five days after the induction of 18 ministers into his cabinet, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday allocated portfolios, keeping Urban Development and 11 other ministries with himself, while giving the crucial Home Department to Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis.

Chikki scam: Bombay HC sends notice to Pankaja Munde, govt

Chikki scam: Bombay HC sends notice to Pankaja Munde, govt

Rediff.com16 Jul 2015

Munde, the Women and Child Development minister, has been accused of irregularities in procurement of items worth Rs 206 crore including chikki.

'I damaged my voice on purpose'

'I damaged my voice on purpose'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

'Pandi was promised something, that is not happening, so his anger is not of a villain's.' 'That's how all normal humans would react, or they stay silent.' 'Our violence is our silence. So in this world, everybody is innocent.'

WATCH: As doctors argue inside delivery room, woman loses child

WATCH: As doctors argue inside delivery room, woman loses child

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

The incident took place at the Umaid Women and Children Hospital on Tuesday when gynaecologist Ashok Nainwal and anaesthetist M L Tak entered into a verbal spat over checking the heartbeat of the child.

On Yogi's direction, UP ministers tour districts for feedback on governance

On Yogi's direction, UP ministers tour districts for feedback on governance

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

The ministers fanned out to different districts and interacted with officials and people to take stock of the implementation of government schemes at the grassroots level.

Done Your Review Of Your 2023 Finances?

Done Your Review Of Your 2023 Finances?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

Begin the year-end review by assessing whether your portfolios are on track to achieve your life goals.

Murugha seer hospitalised after being arrested in sexual abuse case

Murugha seer hospitalised after being arrested in sexual abuse case

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

Police sources said the seer was questioned for several hours after his arrest late on Thursday night. He reportedly developed some health complication soon after he was sent to jail.

'By ensuring women's safety, NDA has set very high benchmark for next govt'

'By ensuring women's safety, NDA has set very high benchmark for next govt'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

Right from the first week, Women and Child Development Minister Maneka Gandhi said, the BJP-led government showed "zero tolerance" towards brutalities against women. "I am confident that a time of gender equality would come. We ensured women gets the basic necessities of toilets, electricity and gas cylinders to make their lives easy."