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'Cleared exam but no job': Admitted to ICU, Jharkhand protester refuses to end fast

'Cleared exam but no job': Admitted to ICU, Jharkhand protester refuses to end fast

Rediff.com9 Aug 2026

Rahul Kranti, a 40-year-old protester, is on a hunger strike in Jharkhand, demanding the cancellation of all state-level recruitment exams conducted by JPSC and JSSC since 2019 and a CBI and ED probe into alleged irregularities. He claims to have cleared several exams but remains jobless due to corruption.

Are These 7 Dangerous Food Items In Your Kitchen?

Are These 7 Dangerous Food Items In Your Kitchen?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2026

Many of us consume genetically modified (GMO) foods without even realising it. Which leads to an important question -- how can we protect ourselves from food adulteration and misleading claims? asks Nikita Garg, nutritionist and founder of Entech Wellness.

BCCI Secretary To Meet VVS Laxman Over Player Injuries

BCCI Secretary To Meet VVS Laxman Over Player Injuries

Rediff.com8 Aug 2026

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia is set to meet Head Of Cricket VVS Laxman to review the rehabilitation management programme at the Centre of Excellence (COE) following a spate of injuries to key Indian players. The meeting aims to address concerns regarding player fitness and the effectiveness of the COE's injury management protocols.

5 Early Signs Of Hepatitis: Don't Ignore

5 Early Signs Of Hepatitis: Don't Ignore

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Hepatitis is a condition that causes the liver to become inflamed. Make sure you treat it early.

India's private sector activity hits four-year low in July: Flash PMI

India's private sector activity hits four-year low in July: Flash PMI

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

India's private sector activity slowed to a four-year low in July, with the HSBC Flash Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) falling to 54.3, driven by weakened sales and output amidst renewed tensions in West Asia and rising inflationary pressures.

Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2026: Girls Can Get Up to Rs 1.5 Lakh

Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2026: Girls Can Get Up to Rs 1.5 Lakh

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

Selected students will receive Rs 1.5 lakh per year to cover academic expenses such as tuition fees, hostel charges, books, stationery, laptops, internet and transportation.

4 bills introduced in Lok Sabha amid opposition protests

4 bills introduced in Lok Sabha amid opposition protests

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

The Lok Sabha introduced four significant bills on Monday, including amendments to mines and minerals regulations, the establishment of a National Tribunals Commission, and the renaming of Kerala to Keralam, all while facing continuous protests from opposition members demanding a discussion on the July 20 police crackdown on students.

TVS Venu Group to bolster financial services presence with Jana SFB stake

TVS Venu Group to bolster financial services presence with Jana SFB stake

Rediff.com19 May 2026

TVS Venu Group has agreed to acquire a minority stake of up to 9.9 per cent in Jana Small Finance Bank, including a 4.9 per cent ownership by TVS Motor Company, through a combination of primary issuance of warrants and a secondary purchase.

Can Cutting Down Sugary Tea, Coffee Help Lose Weight?

Can Cutting Down Sugary Tea, Coffee Help Lose Weight?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

A diabetic can safely enjoy occasional sweets if their overall blood sugar control is good and the portion is small, advises rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani, a nutritionist with nearly three decades of experience.

Messi back on the pitch after father's death, Miami Suffer Shock Exit

Messi back on the pitch after father's death, Miami Suffer Shock Exit

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

Lionel Messi made an emotional return to the pitch for Inter Miami, who were eliminated from the Leagues Cup with a 2-3 loss to Leon, just days after his father, Jorge Messi, passed away. Messi shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, reflecting on his father's unwavering support, their shared World Cup dreams, and the profound pain of his loss.

Cognizant's Q2 net profit dips, firm slashes annual guidance amid global slowdown

Cognizant's Q2 net profit dips, firm slashes annual guidance amid global slowdown

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

Cognizant reported a 1.4 per cent year-on-year dip in net profit for the April-June quarter to $636 million, while revenue grew 4.5 per cent to $5.5 billion. The company has also cut the top end of its annual guidance, citing a slowdown in macroeconomic conditions and rising uncertainty.

Why Pakistan's Hangors Submarines Face India's ASW Shield

Why Pakistan's Hangors Submarines Face India's ASW Shield

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Hangors are effectively 'dead-on-arrival' with Pakistanis saddled with deadweights that displace around 3,000 tons. Last time it was near Vishakhapatnam. This time, barnacles will clog the Hangors in Karachi port itself, points out Dr Abhishek Puri.

'A Student's Life Can't Be Held Hostage To A 3-Hour Performance'

'A Student's Life Can't Be Held Hostage To A 3-Hour Performance'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

Education sector experts agree that using the "best technology" was essential to ensure students did not have to sit for an examination all over again because of a question paper leak.

Trump secretly switched planes via catering truck to foil Iran threat

Trump secretly switched planes via catering truck to foil Iran threat

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

How US President Donald Trump employed a clandestine 'decoy' Air Force One operation to secretly depart Turkiye following a NATO Summit.

Jharkhand: 6th round of talks held as student leader's health worsens

Jharkhand: 6th round of talks held as student leader's health worsens

Rediff.com9 Aug 2026

The Jharkhand government is holding fresh discussions with student aspirants protesting alleged recruitment exam irregularities, even as the health of key protest leader Devendra Nath Mahto has significantly deteriorated after being on an indefinite hunger strike for about a week.

CIBIL Score Explained: Why It Matters

CIBIL Score Explained: Why It Matters

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

For millions of Indians, this number has become one of the most important financial indicators. It can influence not only whether a bank approves a loan but also the interest rate you pay, the credit limit you receive and, in some cases, how quickly your application is processed.

Jasprit Bumrah Fit To Lead India's Pace Attack In Sri Lanka

Jasprit Bumrah Fit To Lead India's Pace Attack In Sri Lanka

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

India's premier fast bowler, Jasprit Bumrah, has received clearance from the BCCI's Centre of Excellence to participate in the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka. Bumrah had been recovering from an impact injury sustained during the recent ODI series against England, which forced him to miss the third ODI. His return is crucial for India's World Test Championship aspirations.

'Crisis In The Economy Started Last Year'

'Crisis In The Economy Started Last Year'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

'It is not because of the war in West Asia, which began on February 28.' 'Petroleum product prices are already going through the roof. They are bound to have a serious inflationary impact.' 'A country's leadership is tested in trying times. It is here that the current leadership is failing.'

US Secret Service confirms shooting near White House

US Secret Service confirms shooting near White House

Rediff.com5 May 2026

The US Secret Service shot an armed individual involved in a shooting incident near the White House, prompting a warning for the public to avoid the area. A juvenile bystander was also injured during the incident.

Consumer forum lifts liquor seller's spirits, tells insurer to pay Rs 1.2 cr

Consumer forum lifts liquor seller's spirits, tells insurer to pay Rs 1.2 cr

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

A consumer disputes commission in Mumbai has directed National Insurance Company Ltd to pay a liquor wholesaler over 1.2 crore for stock ruined during the 2017 Mumbai floods, deeming the claim rejection 'arbitrary and unreasonable'.

Heavy rains, landslides disrupt Kedarnath, Mansarovar pilgrimages

Heavy rains, landslides disrupt Kedarnath, Mansarovar pilgrimages

Rediff.com19 Jul 2026

Heavy rainfall has disrupted major pilgrimages in Uttarakhand, including the Kedarnath route and the Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra, prompting the IMD to issue red and orange alerts for extremely heavy rainfall across several districts.

19th maternal death in Rajasthan as woman dies post-Caesarean

19th maternal death in Rajasthan as woman dies post-Caesarean

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

A 25-year-old woman's death at Bikaner's PBM Hospital due to post-Caesarean complications marks the third such fatality at the facility and brings Rajasthan's maternal death toll to 19 in three months. The state government has launched a five-day campaign to screen all pregnant women to address the rising mortality rate.

Cigarette tax hike impacts ITC's Q1 net profit, down 16.2%

Cigarette tax hike impacts ITC's Q1 net profit, down 16.2%

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

ITC reported a 16.2 per cent year-on-year drop in consolidated net profit to 4,394.13 crore in Q1 FY27, primarily due to a significant increase in taxes on its cigarette business. Consolidated net revenues also declined by 11.1 per cent to 19,114 crore, missing analyst estimates.

'We Are Seeing A Lot More Male Fertility Cases'

'We Are Seeing A Lot More Male Fertility Cases'

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

Doctors attribute the rise in male infertility to obesity, diabetes, smoking, chronic stress, inadequate sleep and sedentary lifestyles.

J'khand PSC row: Talks fail, students threaten Aug 10 assembly march

J'khand PSC row: Talks fail, students threaten Aug 10 assembly march

Rediff.com8 Aug 2026

As the agitation over alleged irregularities in Jharkhand recruitment examinations entered its 14th day, talks between the state government and student protesters on Friday failed to break the deadlock, with students deciding to continue their protest and hunger strike until their demands, including cancellation of the 14th JPSC examination, are met.

What Is Analogue Paneer? Why Have The Maharashtra, Gujarat Governments Banned It For A Year?

What Is Analogue Paneer? Why Have The Maharashtra, Gujarat Governments Banned It For A Year?

Rediff.com6 Aug 2026

After Maharashtra's crackdown on analogue paneer, here's what dietitians say about its nutritional value, health concerns and how to choose fresh paneer.

How To Apply For The Cardiff India Scholarship

How To Apply For The Cardiff India Scholarship

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Selected students will receive a scholarship of 6,000 pounds.

World IVF Day: 10 Habits That Lower Sperm Count

World IVF Day: 10 Habits That Lower Sperm Count

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

From what goes on your plate to how long someone sits with a laptop on their lap, seemingly harmless habits can make a big difference, warns says Dr Aakil Khan, consultant and urologist at KIMS Hospitals, Thane.

N-plants save blushes for India's Q1 investment outlay

N-plants save blushes for India's Q1 investment outlay

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

India's fresh investment plans in Q1FY27 surged 71 per cent to 14.77 trillion, primarily driven by four large nuclear power projects worth 6.5 trillion, according to investment monitoring firm Projects Today. Excluding these nuclear projects, fresh investment plans actually declined 4.27 per cent quarter-on-quarter.

8 Foods To Boost Your Immunity This Monsoon

8 Foods To Boost Your Immunity This Monsoon

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Consultant-Clinical Dietitian Sabah Ghare recommends why you must include seasonal fruits like jamun along with colourful veggies in your monsoon diet.

Infosys trims FY27 revenue guidance, citing 'uncertain macros'

Infosys trims FY27 revenue guidance, citing 'uncertain macros'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Infosys has revised down the upper end of its revenue growth target for financial year 2027 (FY27) to 1.5-3 per cent, from the earlier 1.5-3.5 per cent, attributing the change to persistent macroeconomic uncertainty and a one-time client impact.

9 killed, 7 injured in blast at illegal firecracker factory in Ahmedabad

9 killed, 7 injured in blast at illegal firecracker factory in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

An explosion and subsequent fire at an unlicensed firecracker factory in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, resulted in the deaths of nine people and injuries to six others. The incident prompted condolences and financial aid from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, with authorities initiating an investigation into the illegal operation.

Infection risk looms large as CJP protesters fall ill

Infection risk looms large as CJP protesters fall ill

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

Protesters at Jantar Mantar are facing significant health challenges due to scorching heat, high humidity, and overcrowding, leading to widespread viral infections, dehydration, and injuries. Volunteer doctors are providing essential medical care amidst these difficult conditions.

Two dead, 5 fall ill amid crowd surge, rain-hit Rath Yatra in Puri

Two dead, 5 fall ill amid crowd surge, rain-hit Rath Yatra in Puri

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

One person died and many others fell ill in a temporary crowd surge during the Rath Yatra celebrations in Odisha's Puri on Thursday, official sources said.

Heavy rains with 80 kmph winds alert for Mumbai; WFH for pvt firms

Heavy rains with 80 kmph winds alert for Mumbai; WFH for pvt firms

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

The India Meteorological Department has issued a 'red' alert for Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad districts, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall and strong winds. Residents are advised to avoid unnecessary travel, and warnings include potential flash floods, structural damage, and disruptions to essential services. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has also urged caution and deployed officials to monitor the situation.

'Man-made landslide': Kerala minister on Wayanad tragedy

'Man-made landslide': Kerala minister on Wayanad tragedy

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

Kerala Minister T Siddique stated that the Kalladi tunnel project site incident was a "man-made landslide" due to unscientific dumping of excavated earth, not a natural one. Six injured individuals are in stable condition, and an inquiry will be conducted into why previous directions were not followed. Rescue operations are underway with NDRF and Fire and Rescue Services teams.

Quadruplets die after autorickshaw delivery, family blames ambulance delay

Quadruplets die after autorickshaw delivery, family blames ambulance delay

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

A woman in Madhya Pradesh's Mandla district delivered quadruplets in an autorickshaw en route to a hospital, but all four babies died shortly after due to prematurity. The family alleges the absence of an ambulance led to the tragedy, while health officials attribute the deaths to premature delivery and incomplete development.

Can Bananas And Curd Give You a Cold?

Can Bananas And Curd Give You a Cold?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani explains if bananas and curd are safe to eat when you have a cold or a sore throat.

Assam Floods: Baby Born Inside Tea Factory

Assam Floods: Baby Born Inside Tea Factory

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

The devastating floods sweeping Assam's Upper Assam region have exposed the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the state's tea gardens, with a pregnant worker delivering her baby inside a tea factory after rising floodwaters cut off access to a hospital.

Maharashtra to make domicile must for driving licence from Aug 1

Maharashtra to make domicile must for driving licence from Aug 1

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

Maharashtra plans new policy to make domicile certificate mandatory for driving licence from August 2026, alongside efforts to regulate bike taxi services for revenue and job creation.