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Crisis Brews In Darjeeling's Tea Gardens

Crisis Brews In Darjeeling's Tea Gardens

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

In the last three years, 20 gardens have changed hands, and 90 per cent of the buyers are from non-tea background.

10 Women Achievers You Must Watch On OTT

10 Women Achievers You Must Watch On OTT

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Kangana Ranaut plays an Air Force pilot in Tejas, joining an increasing list of films and shows centered around women playing significant roles in their careers.

Tourism promotion goes into mission and challenge mode

Tourism promotion goes into mission and challenge mode

Rediff.com1 Feb 2023

At least 50 travel destinations would be developed as a "complete package" and states will be encouraged to set up a 'unity mall' for the sale of their products, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in the Budget on Wednesday, asserting that promotion of tourism will be taken up on a "mission mode".

Bhutan confers its highest civilian award on Modi

Bhutan confers its highest civilian award on Modi

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

Bhutan Prime Minister Lotay Tshering said on social media that he was overjoyed to hear "His Majesty pronounce Your Excellency Modiji's Narendra Modi name for the highest civilian decoration, Ngadag Pel gi Khorlo".

Government gets moving on insurance cover for job loss

Government gets moving on insurance cover for job loss

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

Following suggestion from Minister for Roads Nitin Gadkari, Centre seeks ideas from IRDAI and General Insurance Council on feasibility of providing insurance cover for retrenchment.

Simple Tips To Lower Blood Sugar

Simple Tips To Lower Blood Sugar

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani suggests starting off with small and frequent meals.

Celiac, What Ms Universe Suffers From

Celiac, What Ms Universe Suffers From

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

While there is no permanent cure for celiac, one can control it by eliminating gluten from the diet, says Dr Tehsin A Petiwala.

West Bengal wins rosogolla fight against Odisha

West Bengal wins rosogolla fight against Odisha

Rediff.com14 Nov 2017

West Bengal has been granted Geographical Indication status for the sweet.

What's Will Smith Doing With A Sadhu In Mumbai?

What's Will Smith Doing With A Sadhu In Mumbai?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

It is believed to be Smith's first public appearance since his Oscars controversy.

Bengal vs Odisha: Who will win the Rasogolla battle?

Bengal vs Odisha: Who will win the Rasogolla battle?

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

In West Bengal, confectioner Nobin Chandra Das is widely known as the one, who created Rasgulla in the 1860s.

Is Adani a Modi Crony?

Is Adani a Modi Crony?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

This State-corporate 'cooperation' didn't begin with the arrival of the Modi government.
Many of the big licences, contracts, and even environmental clearances for the Adani group had come in the UPA's time, points out Shekhar Gupta.

Whose Rasgulla is it anyway?

Whose Rasgulla is it anyway?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

Both West Bengal and Odisha are slugging it out for getting the GI tag for the delicious sweet

West Bengal received investment proposals of Rs 3.42 lakh cr: Mamata

West Bengal received investment proposals of Rs 3.42 lakh cr: Mamata

Rediff.com21 Apr 2022

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday said that the state received investment proposals worth Rs 3.42 lakh crore during this year's business summit. Addressing the valedictory session of the Bengal Global Business Summit, she said that a total of 137 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and Letters of Intent (LoI) were signed for the investments. Banerjee also said that the summit would create 40 lakh new jobs across sectors.

Are rasogollas really worth the fight?

Are rasogollas really worth the fight?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2017

'Having consumed thousands of the sickly sweet chenna globes of varying textures over the years, I must demur,' says Uttaran Das Gupta.

Oscars BANS Will Smith for 10 years

Oscars BANS Will Smith for 10 years

Rediff.com9 Apr 2022

'We want to express our deep gratitude to Mr Rock for maintaining his composure under extraordinary circumstances,' the Academy stated.

'I don't have a bunch of s**t about what happened'

'I don't have a bunch of s**t about what happened'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

The 57-year-old said he is still 'kind of processing' the infamous incident.

COVID insurance plan: Sum assured from Rs 1 lakh - Rs 5 lakh

COVID insurance plan: Sum assured from Rs 1 lakh - Rs 5 lakh

Rediff.com3 Jun 2020

Unlike other health insurance policies, which mostly covers hospitalisation expenses alone, the specialised cover is likely to include the cost of treatment during quarantine and payment of cash for incidental expenses.

Monsoon: How To Protect Yourself From UTI

Monsoon: How To Protect Yourself From UTI

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

If you have a fever and symptoms of a UTI, or if your symptoms persist despite treatment, you should see a doctor.

Kobe Bryant, daughter 'Mambacita' died pursuing basketball dream

Kobe Bryant, daughter 'Mambacita' died pursuing basketball dream

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

Kobe Bryant called his daughter Gianna "Mambacita" after his own court nickname, "Black Mamba," confident she would follow in his footsteps and become a professional basketball player. On Sunday, the 41-year-old five-time NBA champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist died with his 13-year-old daughter and seven others in a helicopter crash northwest of Los Angeles as they pursued that dream.

WFH: Vacuum cleaners, dishwashers. Check it out!

WFH: Vacuum cleaners, dishwashers. Check it out!

Rediff.com15 Jul 2020

Sweeping, swabbing, dusting, the dishes -- and the day ends in exhaustion even before it begins. So, it is no wonder that gadgets that can help ease the pressure are in hot demand, notes Pavan Lall.

End of an era: Japan's Emperor Akihito abdicates

End of an era: Japan's Emperor Akihito abdicates

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

The long-reigning monarch is the first to abdicate his throne in nearly 200 years.

Covid: Insurance claims at 192,863 worth over Rs 3,000 cr

Covid: Insurance claims at 192,863 worth over Rs 3,000 cr

Rediff.com16 Sep 2020

As many as 121,739 claims settled by insurers so far, amounting to Rs 1,165.81 crore.

The Resident Evil: The Final Chapter Contest: Win COOL Prizes!

The Resident Evil: The Final Chapter Contest: Win COOL Prizes!

Rediff.com2 Feb 2017

All you have to do is answer a simple question!

Why Will Smith PUNCHED Chris Rock at the Oscars

Why Will Smith PUNCHED Chris Rock at the Oscars

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

'Wow. Will Smith just smacked the s**t out of me.' 'Keep my wife's name out of your f**king mouth!'

Was This The Right Time For Agnipath?

Was This The Right Time For Agnipath?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

'Given the possibility that our unstable northern and western borders may become 'live' at short notice, any major systemic change which impacts combat effectiveness should be brought about in a cautious and progressive manner.'

It's playtime in Hollywood

It's playtime in Hollywood

Rediff.com21 Aug 2009

With the release of GI Joe: The Rise Of Cobra, we bring to you a look at 10 movies based on playthings.

5 guilt-free snacks that are healthy too

5 guilt-free snacks that are healthy too

Rediff.com5 Dec 2020

Fitness expert Paloma Gangopadhyay tells you how to binge watch your favourite movie without worrying about piling on calories.

Guess Who Made It To A Times Square Billboard?

Guess Who Made It To A Times Square Billboard?

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

'We're 26 and every time we write a song, we try to see how we can relate it to our life's experiences or that of our friends.'

Denmark Open: Sindhu, Praneeth enter second round

Denmark Open: Sindhu, Praneeth enter second round

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

The Olympic silver medallist will now face Korea's An Se Young next.

Syed Modi badminton tourney: Srikanth, Pranaav-Akshay enter final

Syed Modi badminton tourney: Srikanth, Pranaav-Akshay enter final

Rediff.com30 Jan 2016

Rising Indian doubles duo of Akshay Dewalkar and Pranaav Jerry Chopra stunned World No 7 Koreans Kim Gi Jung and Kim Sa Rang in an edge-of-the-seat semifinals to seal their maiden Grand Prix Gold final, while K Srikanth also stormed into the men's singles final at the Syed Modi International, in Lucknow, on Saturday.

What is Geographical Indication?

What is Geographical Indication?

Rediff.com5 Jun 2007

A geographical indication is a sign used on goods that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are due to that place of origin.

Diabetes Diet: What is it all about?

Diabetes Diet: What is it all about?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

There is no such thing as a perfect Diabetes Diet. The important thing is to follow a meal plan that is tailored to personal preferences and lifestyle and helps manage normal blood glucose, cholesterol and triglycerides levels, blood pressure, and weight management.

Amazon announces $250 mn fund for SMEs in India

Amazon announces $250 mn fund for SMEs in India

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

E-commerce giant Amazon on Thursday announced a $250 million (about Rs 1,873 crore) fund that will focus on digitising small and medium businesses, and driving innovation in the areas of agri-tech and health-tech in India. "Small and medium sized businesses are often the engine and the lifeblood of economies and I think it's true in India as well. "And we are very passionate about trying to enable acceleration of SMBs in fuelling innovation and the economy in India," Amazon Web Services CEO Andrew Jassy said.

Bitter battle over Rasgulla: Odisha has new evidence of ownership

Bitter battle over Rasgulla: Odisha has new evidence of ownership

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

Rejecting neighbouring West Bengal's claim over the Rasgulla, the Odisha govenrment has said that the sweet dish was available in state's mutts and temples for centuries.

What's a #half-girlfriend, #half-boyfriend?

What's a #half-girlfriend, #half-boyfriend?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2014

Did you have a half-girlfriend/half-boyfriend?Were you ever a half-girlfriend/half-boyfriend? Do share your experiences.

'Rahul Gandhi is still confused'

'Rahul Gandhi is still confused'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2014

In a freewheeling interview with rediff.com's Anita Katyal, former hockey champion Aslam Sher Khan says that declaring Rahul as PM candidate is not that important. Instead, what is really need is for Rahul to win the trust and confidence of party workers through his actions

This is what Raghuram Rajan needs to focus on

This is what Raghuram Rajan needs to focus on

Rediff.com5 Sep 2013

The new Guv needs to focus on structural inflation problems.

Pharmaceuticals - No significant booster doses

Pharmaceuticals - No significant booster doses

Rediff.com27 Feb 2013

Pharmaceuticals-Pre Budget Report 2013-14

Sindhu, Saina ready to fire in Thailand events

Sindhu, Saina ready to fire in Thailand events

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

Now all eyes are on the two Super 1000 events -- Yonex Thailand Open (January 12-17) and Toyota Thailand Open (January 19-24) as the world's best return to action following a prolonged break.

Indian banks with highest NPAs, SBI tops

Indian banks with highest NPAs, SBI tops

Rediff.com21 Aug 2013

Rs 2.06 trillion, is the gross non-performing assets of Indian banks.