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10 Gut-Friendly Foods To Include In Your Diet

10 Gut-Friendly Foods To Include In Your Diet

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Dr Rajeshwari Panda, head of the dietetics department at Medicover Hospital, shares a list of foods that promote gut health.

Ananya, Kriti Look Stunning In Mermaidcore!

Ananya, Kriti Look Stunning In Mermaidcore!

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

This contemporary, ocean-inspired look has become a cultural movement in 2024.

Port Blair gets a name change: Sri Vijaya Puram it is

Port Blair gets a name change: Sri Vijaya Puram it is

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Shah said the decision was taken to free the nation from colonial imprints as the Andaman and Nicobar Islands had an "unparalleled place" in the country's freedom struggle and history.

The Valley Boy Who Changed Indian Fashion

The Valley Boy Who Changed Indian Fashion

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

As he took the bow at the end of the Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI show, many in the crowd cheered for him with an inkling that the magic and the beauty they just witnessed on the ramp was perhaps for the last time. But no one in the fashion fraternity thought that Bal would pass away so soon.

Women achievers to run Modi's social media on Int'l Women's Day

Women achievers to run Modi's social media on Int'l Women's Day

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that he will hand over his social media accounts to women achievers from different walks of life to mark International Women's Day on March 8. In his monthly "Mann Ki Baat" address, Modi said these successful women will talk about their work and experience on his social media accounts. He also renewed his appeal to people to take measures to deal with the growing problem of obesity and encouraged people to visit research laboratories or planetariums to mark National Science Day on February 28. Modi highlighted India's progress in space science and artificial intelligence, and emphasized the importance of celebrating and respecting the indomitable spirit of women. He also spoke about the diversity of India's wildlife and the importance of conservation efforts.

Full text: President Murmu's R-Day eve address to the nation

Full text: President Murmu's R-Day eve address to the nation

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

'Today, let us reaffirm our commitment to strive to realise Gandhiji's dreams. His watchwords, truth and nonviolence, will continue to remain relevant for the whole world. He also taught us that rights and duties are but the two sides of the coin - indeed, the true source of rights is duty. Today we recall his lessons in compassion too - compassion not only for our human neighbours but also for our other neighbours, namely, flora and fauna, rivers and mountains.'

Radhika's First Evening As Mrs Ambani

Radhika's First Evening As Mrs Ambani

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

The new bride's exquisite outfit was the result of a collaboration between Designers Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla and contemporary Indian Artist and Sculptor Jayasri Burman.

Which Would You Choose: Gelephu or Neom?

Which Would You Choose: Gelephu or Neom?

Rediff.com6 Dec 2024

Live on one of Gelephu's inhabitable bridges where elephants will saunter past, be it day or night; or be homed in a never-ending building with flying cars and robot maids? asks ambivalent Sandeep Goyal.

What Supreme Commander Told Officers...

What Supreme Commander Told Officers...

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

'We not only have to secure our national interests but also prepare for new national security challenges like cyber warfare and terrorism.'

Rohit Bal, India's czar of high fashion, dies at 63

Rohit Bal, India's czar of high fashion, dies at 63

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Designer Rohit Bal, a pioneer who helped put Indian fashion on the global map and dressed celebrities at home, Hollywood and elsewhere, died on Friday night at a south Delhi hospital following a heart attack. He was 63.

Ananya, The 'Not So Coy' Ramp Queen

Ananya, The 'Not So Coy' Ramp Queen

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Lakme ambassador Ananya Panday closed the Lakme Fashion Week 2024 walking for Rahul Mishra at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai.

Malaika's Message For YOU...

Malaika's Message For YOU...

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

On June 5, World Environment Day, movie celebs took to social media to post messages of conserving and celebrating the environment we live in.

Landour Longings

Landour Longings

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

When in Landour, discovers Supriya Newar, one of the most important things to do and that too in large measures, is to do nothing at all.

Hum hain naye...: When CJI refers to 'Dil Chahta Hai'

Hum hain naye...: When CJI refers to 'Dil Chahta Hai'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

Speaking after laying the foundation stone of the Bombay high court's new complex on land allotted by the Maharashtra government in Mumbai's upscale Bandra area, he noted the mega project was a collaboration between the state and the judiciary to provide modern infrastructure to citizens.

100 Indian Elephants March To New York

100 Indian Elephants March To New York

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Why is the Big Apple welcoming our pachyderms? And how is India teaching the world about living with wildlife?

Incredible India: 10 Amazing Train Journeys

Incredible India: 10 Amazing Train Journeys

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Discover our country through great Indian rail trips!

Vendors Get Busy For Result D-Day

Vendors Get Busy For Result D-Day

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

From florists in Ghazipur's phool mandi to sweet shop owners in Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk, the preparations, if not the sales, have already begun.

The Great Indian Waterfalls

The Great Indian Waterfalls

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

A trip to any of these enchanting waterfalls guarantees a memorable vacation.

Amala Paul's Beautiful Wedding Pictures

Amala Paul's Beautiful Wedding Pictures

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

Just a week after Jagat Desai proposed to Amala Paul on her 32nd birthday in Goa, the couple tied the knot on Sunday, November 5, in an intimate wedding ceremony at the Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty in Kochi.

Seen A Lehenga Prettier Than Alanna's?

Seen A Lehenga Prettier Than Alanna's?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

It was an event filled with joy, dance and laughter.

6 Natural Ways to Keep Your Body Cool

6 Natural Ways to Keep Your Body Cool

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Wearing white and lighter colours will prevent heat retention, thus reducing the risk of heat exhaustion, suggests Dr Karthiyayini Mahadevan.

9 Super Summer Holiday Options For Families

9 Super Summer Holiday Options For Families

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Looking for fun things to do as family during this sunny season?

Is Your Child Addicted to TV and The Mobile Phone?

Is Your Child Addicted to TV and The Mobile Phone?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

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

Photographs That Speak A Million Words

Photographs That Speak A Million Words

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Check out the winners of the Sony World Photography Awards 2024. Now in its 17th year, the World Photography Organisation's awards ceremony is a major annual moment recognising the best photography in the world, celebrating the images and stories that have resonated with global audiences over the past year.

President raises climate change concerns in I-Day eve speech

President raises climate change concerns in I-Day eve speech

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday asked scientists and policymakers across the world to give special attention to global warming and climate change which are leading to flash floods and droughts, warning that a "culture of greed" is taking "the world away from nature".

Juhi Chawla files plea against implementation of 5G in India

Juhi Chawla files plea against implementation of 5G in India

Rediff.com31 May 2021

Actress-environmentalist Juhi Chawla on Monday approached the Delhi high court against the setting up of 5G wireless networks in the country, raising issues related to the radiation impact on citizens, animals, flora and fauna.

Nicobar to lose 8.5 lakh rainforest trees for mega project

Nicobar to lose 8.5 lakh rainforest trees for mega project

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

The project involves development of a military-civil, dual-use airport; international container trans-shipment terminal; a gas, diesel, and solar-based power plant, and a township.

LFW: Like these Earth-friendly styles?

LFW: Like these Earth-friendly styles?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

Putting sustainable fashion under the spotlight.

Pippa Review: More Pipsqueak

Pippa Review: More Pipsqueak

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

More than the jingoism overkill, it's the tedious tone of telling stories of this genre that hurts Pippa, observes Sukanya Verma.

Can You Take Your Eyes Off Triptii?

Can You Take Your Eyes Off Triptii?

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

Triptii Dimri wants to add 'some colour to this black and white world'.

Like Deepika's Boho Look?

Like Deepika's Boho Look?

Rediff.com18 May 2022

Deepika Padukone chose Sabyasachi for two of her appearances at Cannes.

Gosh! How this Actor has CHANGED!

Gosh! How this Actor has CHANGED!

Rediff.com24 Aug 2021

Actors can take up all sorts of roles and characters and look totally unrecognisable in them.

Guru, Arjun Or Farhan... Who's Best In Black?

Guru, Arjun Or Farhan... Who's Best In Black?

Rediff.com1 Aug 2022

Take the poll and let us know who gets your vote.

Modi goes on jungle safari at Bandipur Tiger Reserve

Modi goes on jungle safari at Bandipur Tiger Reserve

Rediff.com9 Apr 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi went on a 'safari' at the Bandipur Tiger Reserve in Karnataka on Sunday, as part of programmes to mark 50 years of 'Project Tiger'.

Jaw-Dropping Jewels From Cannes

Jaw-Dropping Jewels From Cannes

Rediff.com30 May 2022

10 accessory trends straight off the Cannes red carpet.

'Goa Inquisition was most merciless and cruel'

'Goa Inquisition was most merciless and cruel'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

'It was a machinery of death. A large number of Hindus were first converted and then persecuted from 1560 all the way to 1812!' says novelist Richard Zimler.

'Oil is another reason for clashes in Manipur'

'Oil is another reason for clashes in Manipur'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

'The Kuki-Zo are aware of this rich resource in their areas and feel the Meitei push for ST status is because of this reason'.

Bollywood's FAVOURITE GHOST picks her scariest bhoots

Bollywood's FAVOURITE GHOST picks her scariest bhoots

Rediff.com11 Apr 2019

'It's not easy playing a ghost.'

Mukutmanipur, Serenity At Its Best

Mukutmanipur, Serenity At Its Best

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

Debmalya Mazumder shares photographs from a recent trip to Mukutmanipur in West Bengal.

PIX: Stylish Umbrellas on the ramp!

PIX: Stylish Umbrellas on the ramp!

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

The Flying Solo New York Fashion week began on Sunday, September 13. Here are some stylish umbrellas we spotted at the show.