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10 Must Watch Movies From Around The World

10 Must Watch Movies From Around The World

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Aseem Chhabra lists his top 10 films from this year's Sundance festival, a blend of narratives and documentaries made in the US and other parts of the world.

Lancet Flags HbA1c Unreliability In Indians

Lancet Flags HbA1c Unreliability In Indians

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

The Lancet study revealed that the HbA1c test is erroneous in populations with anemia and other hemoglobin-related deficiencies in India.

Fortis to set up stem cell clinical trial centres

Fortis to set up stem cell clinical trial centres

Rediff.com15 Mar 2011

These centres will undertake stem cell clinical research procedures relating to diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and neurological ischemia.

Fortis plans 25 new hospitals

Fortis plans 25 new hospitals

Rediff.com28 Nov 2005

Ranbaxy Group company Fortis Healthcare Ltd on Monday said it plans to have 25 hospitals across the country in the next three years and is looking into the possibility of tapping the capital markets for expansion.

'Fortis plans to add 700 beds in FY25'

'Fortis plans to add 700 beds in FY25'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

'Our priority remains brownfield expansion, and in the next few years, we plan to increase our capacity to around 6,000 beds.'

Delhi police in tizzy as over 100 hospitals, malls get bomb threat

Delhi police in tizzy as over 100 hospitals, malls get bomb threat

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Security agencies searched over 100 hospitals and malls in the national capital after they received bomb threat emails on Tuesday. However, it turned out to be a hoax as nothing suspicious was found, officials said.

Fortis plans to expand hospital network

Fortis plans to expand hospital network

Rediff.com5 Apr 2007

Fortis Healthcare, promoted by the Singh family of Ranbaxy, plans to expand its network to 40 hospitals within three years by either acquiring new facilities or setting up greenfield projects

Fortis plans 40 hospitals by 2012

Fortis plans 40 hospitals by 2012

Rediff.com9 May 2007

Ranbaxy Group company Fortis Healthcare is targeting a pan-India presence with plans to set up 40 super-speciality hospitals by 2010.

Hema Malini: 'Vijay Shouldn't Have Invited So Many People'

Hema Malini: 'Vijay Shouldn't Have Invited So Many People'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

'He knows people in a small town like Karur would give anything for a glimpse of the superstar.'

Fortis to up hospitals to 25

Fortis to up hospitals to 25

Rediff.com16 Jun 2006

Fortis Healthcare Limited, part of Ranbaxy Group, has announced plans to increase the number of its hospitals from 10 to 25 in the next 3 to 4 years, with a vision to set up a world class super speciality network.

Why Kevin Pietersen Loves India

Why Kevin Pietersen Loves India

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

'India gave me its heart first. So India will always have mine.'

Fortis acquires cancer hospital in Singapore

Fortis acquires cancer hospital in Singapore

Rediff.com24 Feb 2011

Fortis Global Healthcare on Thursday said it has acquired a specialised under construction cancer hospital in Singapore from First Real Estate Investment Trust for a consideration of SGD 33 million (over Rs 115 crore).

Amid oxygen crisis, 'helpless' Delhi hospitals ask patients to leave

Amid oxygen crisis, 'helpless' Delhi hospitals ask patients to leave

Rediff.com24 Apr 2021

Several hospitals in the national capital have been left with no option but to use their back up stock

Fortis in talks to buy Lanka hospital chain

Fortis in talks to buy Lanka hospital chain

Rediff.com10 Dec 2009

Move comes within months of acquiring Wockhardt hospitals. Fortis Healthcare, a hospital chain promoted by former Ranbaxy owners Malvinder Mohan Singh and Shivinder Mohan Singh, is close to a major acquisition overseas

Is Pharmaceutical Engg Better Than BPham And PharmD?

Is Pharmaceutical Engg Better Than BPham And PharmD?

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

rediffGURU Nayagam PP advises young aspirants how to pick the right course and career.

Pune donor's heart reaches Thane hospital via green corridor

Pune donor's heart reaches Thane hospital via green corridor

Rediff.com14 May 2016

The heart, that set out its journey from Pune's Ruby Hall clinic at 1.38 am reached the operation theatre in Fortis Hospital at 3.13 am.

Fortis close to buying 10 Wockhardt hospitals

Fortis close to buying 10 Wockhardt hospitals

Rediff.com24 Aug 2009

Fortis is reportedly close to acquiring 10 hospitals of healthcare major Wockhardt for up to Rs 1,200 crore (Rs 12 billion) and an announcement could be made anytime now.

2 hospitals roll out Sputnik V in Delhi-NCR; over 3,000 vaccinated

2 hospitals roll out Sputnik V in Delhi-NCR; over 3,000 vaccinated

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

Private hospital chains Fortis Healthcare and Apollo Hospitals have started administering Russian COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V at two of their hospitals in Delhi-NCR, officials said.

Fortis plans sports institute, 10 new hospitals

Fortis plans sports institute, 10 new hospitals

Rediff.com19 Mar 2007

Fortis Healthcare plans to set up a sports science institute and build at least 10 more hospitals ahead of 2010 Commonwealth Games.

'Pronouncements On Paper Don't Feed Babies'

'Pronouncements On Paper Don't Feed Babies'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

'These children possess catastrophically low birth weights -- often 1.4 kgs or less. Such extremely low birth weight results in profoundly compromised neo-natal immunity.' 'The escalation to 97 deaths in three months precipitated contemporary attention precisely because this magnitude concentrates the humanitarian emergency, rendering it impossible for the administrative machinery to ignore.'

Milkha Singh discharged from hospital

Milkha Singh discharged from hospital

Rediff.com30 May 2021

91-year-old Milkha Singh was discharged in stable condition on the request of his family

Girl dies of dengue, parents billed Rs 18 lakh by Fortis; probe ordered

Girl dies of dengue, parents billed Rs 18 lakh by Fortis; probe ordered

Rediff.com21 Nov 2017

Health Minister J P Nadda asked for all details in the matter and promised that all necessary action would be taken.

Delhi sees spike in eye injuries due to carbide guns during Diwali

Delhi sees spike in eye injuries due to carbide guns during Diwali

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

AIIMS-Delhi reports a rise in eye injuries caused by carbide guns during Diwali, prompting calls for a ban on these dangerous chemical firecrackers. Doctors report severe chemical burn-like injuries and highlight the need for stricter regulations and awareness.

Experts say regular health check-ups must amid rising heart attacks

Experts say regular health check-ups must amid rising heart attacks

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

Recent reports of heart attacks occurring while dancing, driving, or even walking have raised concerns about the condition's unpredictability. Experts emphasize the importance of regular health check-ups to detect underlying heart diseases and prevent sudden cardiac events. Factors contributing to the rise include unhealthy lifestyles, genetic predisposition, and inadequate sleep. The article highlights the need for increased public awareness and stricter implementation of government programs to address the growing trend of heart attacks, particularly among younger individuals.

Former India hockey player Bimal Lakra hospitalised

Former India hockey player Bimal Lakra hospitalised

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

The health minister said he is personally monitoring the health of Lakra.

Takeover battle over, Munjal-Burman team bags Fortis

Takeover battle over, Munjal-Burman team bags Fortis

Rediff.com11 May 2018

Their offer values Fortis at over Rs 9,000 crore, or around Rs 172 per share.

Fortis buys hospital chain in Vietnam

Fortis buys hospital chain in Vietnam

Rediff.com11 Aug 2011

To pick up 65% in Hoan My Medical Corporation; deal to be completed in 45 days.

Sri Lanka: Paradiso For Travellers

Sri Lanka: Paradiso For Travellers

Rediff.com25 Nov 2025

Sri Lanka stays with you not just in memory, but gently reminds you what a society can achieve when heart and heritage guide the way.

Why Hospital Stays Are Getting Shorter

Why Hospital Stays Are Getting Shorter

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

'Every hospital now tracks length of stay closely.' 'More efficiency is brought into the system now.'

Gill Defends Gambhir, Slams Oval Curator

Gill Defends Gambhir, Slams Oval Curator

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

India captain Shubman Gill threw his weight behind Gautam Gambhir following the latter's fiery exchange with The Oval's chief curator Lee Fortis, firmly asserting that the India coach was well within his rights to inspect the square.

AQI Spike Triggers Health Crisis

AQI Spike Triggers Health Crisis

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

'Many of these patients arrive at emergency departments in distress, struggling to breathe and requiring immediate medical intervention.'

Fortis wants Sebi to take legal action against Singh brothers

Fortis wants Sebi to take legal action against Singh brothers

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

The previous board of Fortis Healthcare had links with Singh brothers and there was an investigation by law firm Luthra and Luthra into Rs 472 crore that was diverted into other companies.

Pulwama attack accused dies of heart attack in Jammu hospital

Pulwama attack accused dies of heart attack in Jammu hospital

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

A 32-year-old man chargesheeted in the deadly terror attack on a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) convoy in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district five years ago has died of a heart attack in the Government Medical College Hospital in Jammu, officials said.

Emaar, Fortis plan JV to set up 25 hospitals

Emaar, Fortis plan JV to set up 25 hospitals

Rediff.com21 Jan 2008

Envisaged as a "one-stop shop" for healthcare at Emaar MGF residential complexes and other locations, the hospitals will focus on upper secondary and lower tertiary levels of treatment facilities, sources said. Each hospital will have a bed capacity of 75 to 125 beds.

12 Sleep Myths Harming Your Health

12 Sleep Myths Harming Your Health

Rediff.com16 May 2025

So the next time you're tempted to 'power through' on four hours of sleep or binge-watch one more episode, remember: Quality sleep is self-care -- and it's science-backed.

COVID-afflicted Milkha Singh improving

COVID-afflicted Milkha Singh improving

Rediff.com8 Jun 2021

'Milkha Ji continues to improve and his condition is stable. Mrs Nirmal Milkha Ji is stable and continues to battle hard.'

24 private hospitals get showcause notices

24 private hospitals get showcause notices

Rediff.com20 Mar 2014

What started as a mere payment delay seems to have grown into a tussle between the government and leading private hospitals, empanelled under the Central Government Health Scheme.

Fortis to re-brand itself as Parkway

Fortis to re-brand itself as Parkway

Rediff.com15 Aug 2020

The company said this was 'important' to reinforce the 'complete disassociation' from its erstwhile promoters -- Malvinder and Shivinder Singh.

DLF, Fortis JV to set up hospitals, invest Rs 62b

DLF, Fortis JV to set up hospitals, invest Rs 62b

Rediff.com1 Jun 2007

DLF has entered into an agreement for floating a joint venture with Ranbaxy group company Fortis Healthcare to set up hospitals across the country with about Rs 6,200 crore (Rs 62 billion) of investments.

Hema Malini discharged from hospital

Hema Malini discharged from hospital

Rediff.com4 Jul 2015

Actor and Bharatiya Janata Party Member of Parliament Hema Malini, who was injured and admitted to hospital after her Mercedes collided with another car in Dausa district, was discharged from hospital on Saturday.