News for 'Fit India Movement'

Why Nehra is worried for Aus-bound India bowlers...

Why Nehra is worried for Aus-bound India bowlers...

Rediff.com14 Nov 2018

'In Australia, you will get extra bounce but there will only be lateral movement till the kookaburra seam doesn't flatten. It won't be like England where the ball swings all day. Once you get adjusted to the bounce, batsmen can hit you all day'

Beauty takes natural turn, demand for ayurveda products soars in India

Beauty takes natural turn, demand for ayurveda products soars in India

Rediff.com16 Jan 2022

Immunity boosting foods and drinks. Sustainable fashion. Beauty products with natural ingredients. There was always a market for these, and the pandemic has only made it bigger. Within beauty, brands have recorded a greater demand for ayurveda products.

PIX: Five-star Chennai Super Kings crowned IPL 2023 champions

PIX: Five-star Chennai Super Kings crowned IPL 2023 champions

Rediff.com30 May 2023

PHOTOS of the IPL 2023 final between Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Monday.

SEE: The one exercise Virat Kohli loves most!

SEE: The one exercise Virat Kohli loves most!

Rediff.com4 Jul 2020

'If I had to make a choice of one exercise to do every day, this would be it. Love the power snatch.'

The Mask India Project's success story

The Mask India Project's success story

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

'The heart is to honour all who have been struck by Covid and the map signifies that as a country, we can win this together.'

Does India measure up as a maritime power?

Does India measure up as a maritime power?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2021

At any time, there is a need to operationally deploy two aircraft carriers in the vast Indian Ocean, asserts Vice Admiral Premvir Das (retd).

Did Atiq Ahmed's son's encounter follow SC's 2014 guidelines?

Did Atiq Ahmed's son's encounter follow SC's 2014 guidelines?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

Killings in police encounters affect the credibility of rule of law and the administration of criminal justice system, the Supreme Court had said in a 2014 judgment while issuing a slew of guidelines to be followed in matters of investigating police encounters which have led to death or grievous injury.

India's bowling attack best in the world: Tendulkar

India's bowling attack best in the world: Tendulkar

Rediff.com17 Aug 2021

The legendary Sachin Tendulkar says the current England team is in complete awe of India's world-class seam attack with only its skipper Joe Root looking capable of getting a big hundred.

'Long-term science is the only thing that works'

'Long-term science is the only thing that works'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

'If we are to be a contributor to the economy, we have to reduce carbon and imports.' 'We will achieve both -- that's our target.'

Retiring cop sports bloody clothes from Rajiv murder

Retiring cop sports bloody clothes from Rajiv murder

Rediff.com2 Oct 2021

Wearing the bloodstained cap and badge -- evidence in the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case -- on the day of his retirement was a cocktail of emotions, says IPS officer Prateep V Phillip, who survived the ghastly attack that killed the former Prime Minister in a 1991 election rally near here.

Why are India's pilots angry and anxious?

Why are India's pilots angry and anxious?

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

'The pay cuts have been very tough on those with entire families to support.'

10 Foods to Control Blood Sugar

10 Foods to Control Blood Sugar

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

Dr Smita Naram, co-founder of Ayushakti, explains how fruits like apples, guavas and cherries can help manage blood sugar levels.

SEE: PM Modi flags off first-ever torch relay for Chess Olympiad

SEE: PM Modi flags off first-ever torch relay for Chess Olympiad

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

IDE, for the very first time has instituted the torch relay, which is part of the Olympic tradition but was never done in the Chess Olympiad.

WC Warm-Up: What is worrying Team India?

WC Warm-Up: What is worrying Team India?

Rediff.com27 May 2019

While Kedar injured his left shoulder during the IPL, Shankar was hit in the nets by a Khaleel Ahmed short ball.

Sports Shorts: India squash player working in Finland amid lockdown

Sports Shorts: India squash player working in Finland amid lockdown

Rediff.com27 Jun 2020

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Saturday

Railways not to cancel any more passenger trains

Railways not to cancel any more passenger trains

Rediff.com9 May 2022

The Indian Railways has decided to not cancel any more passenger trains to accommodate more freight traffic for coal transport. It will also gradually restore the ones it cancelled recently. The national transporter is of the view that coal supply is now reaching normative levels and does not need any more special measures. "Early data suggests that coal supply has stepped up since the passenger trains were cancelled.

Can India host the 2032 Olympics?

Can India host the 2032 Olympics?

Rediff.com18 Nov 2019

'The Mumbai-Pune Olympics will be help shift the country's gaze to a region that denotes a new formula for sports, enterprise, and nation building,' argues Shashank Mani Tripathi.

When Shafali Verma faced pacers from Haryana men's team...

When Shafali Verma faced pacers from Haryana men's team...

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

Shafali revealed how training with the Haryana men's team ahead of the Mushtaq Ali T20 tournament helped her improve her game

COVID-19 may be over in India around mid-Sept: Study

COVID-19 may be over in India around mid-Sept: Study

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

The analysis shows that when the number of infected becomes equal to those removed from circulation by recovery and death, the coefficient will reach the 100 per cent threshold and the epidemic will be "extinguished".

A new 'dawn': Serum vaccine shipment to start today

A new 'dawn': Serum vaccine shipment to start today

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

A source closely involved in logistical arrangements said the movement of vaccine doses is likely to start from early Tuesday morning through road and air routes amid elaborate police security.

'Guys like Virat Kohli and MS have done what fits their game'

'Guys like Virat Kohli and MS have done what fits their game'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2014

Robin Uthappa has come out as a completely changed batsman this season and the Karnataka opener attributes his consistent scores on "staying true to his skills" just like India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Virat Kohli.

India rejects Google's patent plea for e-shoe

India rejects Google's patent plea for e-shoe

Rediff.com29 Feb 2020

The patent application for 'System and method for wearable electronic devices', filed in 2007, mentions various wearable models including a shoe that can communicate data to the user, electronic communication devices attached to clothes, wireless ear pieces and ankle bracelets that can transmit updated information from the body to the user. The drawings the company submitted to the patent office also show the design of a shoe that can be a wearable electronic device.

Why England coach Bayliss is defending Team India

Why England coach Bayliss is defending Team India

Rediff.com14 Aug 2018

England coach Trevor Bayliss defended India's much-criticised preparation for the ongoing Test series, saying the beleaguered visitors couldn't have fit in more practice than what they did before the disastrous first two games.

UK minister Rishi Sunak releases 5-pound Gandhi coin to mark Diwali

UK minister Rishi Sunak releases 5-pound Gandhi coin to mark Diwali

Rediff.com4 Nov 2021

Available in a range of standards, including gold and silver, the special collectors' coin is designed by Heena Glover and features an image of a lotus, India's national flower, alongside one of Gandhi's most famous quotes -- "My life is my message".

WTC: Indian team to go into quarantine on May 25

WTC: Indian team to go into quarantine on May 25

Rediff.com8 May 2021

8-day bubble in India, 10-day quarantine in UK from June 2, cricketers' families to travel along.

Here's what makes veteran Jhulan a match-winner

Here's what makes veteran Jhulan a match-winner

Rediff.com9 Mar 2021

The BCCI had on Monday announced that Indian women's cricket team will play a Test after more than six years in a one-off match against England.

'Time has come to drop Harmanpreet'

'Time has come to drop Harmanpreet'

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

Harmanpreet has made only two 50 plus scores since the 2017 World Cup in England where India reached the final.

'People are realising his 'Pappu' image has no truth'

'People are realising his 'Pappu' image has no truth'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

'Rahul Gandhi has shown courage to heal the heart of democracy.'

Tennis is always going to be a big part of my life: Sania Mirza

Tennis is always going to be a big part of my life: Sania Mirza

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

Sania Mirza, who is bidding adieu to the game, says she never had the fear of losing in her heart because it makes a player defensive.

West Indies win MCC's Spirit of Cricket award

West Indies win MCC's Spirit of Cricket award

Rediff.com4 Dec 2020

West Indies have won this year's Spirit of Cricket award after sending both their men's and women's teams to tour England during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) announced.

There will be sense of hesitancy, fear when sport resumes: Dravid

There will be sense of hesitancy, fear when sport resumes: Dravid

Rediff.com18 May 2020

Cricket legend Rahul Dravid reckons there could be "a sense of doubt, hesitancy and fear" initially in the minds of athletes, as well as people in general, when sport resumes in the post coronavirus pandemic world. The novel coronavirus pandemic has led to either cancellation or postponement of all sporting activities worldwide, including the Tokyo Olympics.

Boeing delivers business jet to India

Boeing delivers business jet to India

Rediff.com1 Dec 2006

India has taken delivery of a Boeing Business Jet for VVIP movement from US-based Boeing Co, for which this happened to be the 100th such aircraft supplied to customers worldwide.

'I respect opinions but don't take them seriously: Bumrah

'I respect opinions but don't take them seriously: Bumrah

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

Bumrah gave an idea as to how he manages his workload, having already played a Test, a T20I and a 50-over game all in a space of a week.

Team India's new ODI kit made of recycled plastic bottles

Team India's new ODI kit made of recycled plastic bottles

Rediff.com15 Jan 2015

Dhoni's inputs reflect in design, Virat had a say in the fit, BCCI tweeted following the unveiling of the new uniform on Thursday.

Bumrah vulnerable to injuries, says Hadlee

Bumrah vulnerable to injuries, says Hadlee

Rediff.com25 May 2021

Hadlee feels Bumrah's longevity in the game is yet to be determined since the fast bowler doesn't have a pure action.

EXCLUSIVE! The Secret Of Modi's Success

EXCLUSIVE! The Secret Of Modi's Success

Rediff.com2 Aug 2022

'In the course of my interactions with him, Modi insisted that he does not believe charisma alone can sustain people's trust for long.' 'That is why Modi consistently refers to Mahatma Gandhi to contextualise his politics.' 'He believes in taking his ideas to the masses and getting their acceptance as an index of approval.'
A revealing excerpt from Ajay Singh's The Architect of the New BJP: How Narendra Modi Transformed the Party.

Indian women's hockey team to raise funds to feed the poor

Indian women's hockey team to raise funds to feed the poor

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

The Indian women's hockey team launched an 18-day fun fitness challenge starting on Friday to raise funds towards helping the poor and migrant families whose lives have been affected due to the coronavirus pandemic. While the challenge aims to raise crowdfunding for the cause, the movement also encourages people to use this opportunity to adapt to an active lifestyle during the nation-wide lockdown that has been extended till May 3, 2020.

Olympics postponement could delay retirement for Paes

Olympics postponement could delay retirement for Paes

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

Veteran Indian tennis player Leander Paes is contemplating extending his career by another year to bid for an eighth Olympic appearance following the postponement of the Tokyo Games to 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic. Paes, who will turn 47 in June, announced late last year that 2020 would be his "farewell year" as a professional before he hangs up his racket.

Will England play Anderson and Broad in Motera?

Will England play Anderson and Broad in Motera?

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

The skipper, however, hinted that there would be a bit more lateral movement with the pink ball which can 'work in their favour'.

Ishant, the workhorse or attacking bowler for India?

Ishant, the workhorse or attacking bowler for India?

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

Ishant needs to figure out his role in the team, says McGrath