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Get Plum Crazy: 8 Health Benefits

Get Plum Crazy: 8 Health Benefits

Rediff.com20 Dec 2025

There are more than 200 varieties of plums grown across the world but each brings its own flavour and texture, yet all are equally nourishing, no matter their colour or taste, says Cleveland Clinic.

Egg White Protein Shows Promise in Removing PFAS from Water

Egg White Protein Shows Promise in Removing PFAS from Water

Rediff.com2 days ago

A new study reveals that ovalbumin, the main protein in egg whites, can effectively bind and remove per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from contaminated water, presenting a sustainable solution for tackling these persistent chemicals.

Rajasthan Farmer and Son Electrocuted While Working in Field

Rajasthan Farmer and Son Electrocuted While Working in Field

Rediff.com2 days ago

A farmer and his son died by electrocution in Rajasthan's Pratapgarh district after coming into contact with a live wire while working in their field.

Two Face Charges for Hazardous Waste Dumping in Navi Mumbai

Two Face Charges for Hazardous Waste Dumping in Navi Mumbai

Rediff.com3 days ago

Police in Navi Mumbai have registered a case against two individuals for allegedly disposing of hazardous chemicals in an open area, raising concerns about environmental and health risks.

Patna Woman Dies After Alleged Attack by Daughter-in-Law

Patna Woman Dies After Alleged Attack by Daughter-in-Law

Rediff.com1 days ago

An elderly woman in Patna, India, has died after allegedly being attacked by her daughter-in-law. Police are investigating the incident.

Bomb Thrown at Kerala Student Activist's House After Minister's Injury

Bomb Thrown at Kerala Student Activist's House After Minister's Injury

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Unidentified individuals attacked the residence of a KSU activist in Kerala with an explosive device, following his arrest related to a protest where the Health Minister was allegedly injured.

'90 Percent Of Love & War Is Complete'

'90 Percent Of Love & War Is Complete'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal, may face a release delay.

Meghalaya Accident: Scooter Riders Die After Bus Collision

Meghalaya Accident: Scooter Riders Die After Bus Collision

Rediff.com4 days ago

Two people died in Meghalaya's Ri Bhoi district after their scooter was allegedly hit by a bus while attempting to overtake it.

Bengaluru Crackdown: 124 Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrants Detained

Bengaluru Crackdown: 124 Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrants Detained

Rediff.com6 days ago

Bengaluru police detained 124 Bangladeshi nationals, including men, women, and children, residing illegally in the city. The operation was part of a larger drive to identify and deport illegal foreign nationals.

Expired Food, Cosmetics Racket Busted in Delhi; One Arrested

Expired Food, Cosmetics Racket Busted in Delhi; One Arrested

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Delhi Police busted a racket involving the tampering and sale of expired food and cosmetic products, arresting one man allegedly involved in altering expiry dates and reselling the goods as fresh stock.

Karnataka bans social media for children under 16

Karnataka bans social media for children under 16

Rediff.com6 days ago

Karnataka Chief Minister announces a ban on social media for children under 16 and increased measures to prevent drug abuse in schools, colleges, and universities, alongside investments in education infrastructure and mental health support.

Train Shooting Accused Seeks Bail Citing 'Borderline Insanity'

Train Shooting Accused Seeks Bail Citing 'Borderline Insanity'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Former RPF constable Chetansinh Chaudhary, accused of killing his senior and three passengers on a train in 2023, has applied for bail, citing 'borderline insanity' and blaming railway authorities for not assessing his mental state.

'Worst Gulf Crisis For Migrants In 50 Years'

'Worst Gulf Crisis For Migrants In 50 Years'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'In India, there is this first generation migrant, say from a small village in UP. He didn't go to the Gulf to buy a big house but make the life of his family better.' 'He may have paid 1 lakh rupees to an agent to go to the Gulf. Imagine what will happen to him and his family if he has to come back. He and his family will become poor again.' 'He went to the Gulf to come out of poverty, but this war will make his family trapped in poverty once again.'

Bomb Thrown at Kerala Student Activist's House After Minister Protest

Bomb Thrown at Kerala Student Activist's House After Minister Protest

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Unidentified individuals attacked the residence of a KSU activist in Kerala with an explosive device, following his arrest related to a protest where the Health Minister was allegedly injured.

Deepika Padukone Can't Breathe!

Deepika Padukone Can't Breathe!

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Deepika Padukone has raised concerns about the deteriorating air quality in Mumbai, India, highlighting the impact on residents, especially children. Her comments come amid growing concerns about pollution levels in the city, which have worsened in recent years due to construction, vehicular emissions, and industrial pollution.

Pakistan Confirms First Polio Case of 2026

Pakistan Confirms First Polio Case of 2026

Rediff.com7 days ago

Pakistan has reported its first case of poliovirus infection this year in a four-year-old child from Sindh province, raising concerns about the ongoing threat of the crippling disease despite eradication efforts.

Power Of Ginger: 10 Reasons Why It is Not Just A Spice

Power Of Ginger: 10 Reasons Why It is Not Just A Spice

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Anyone who has felt queasy, been sick, or had a unsettled tummy has likely tried ginger or been advised to do so. Ginger has been trusted for centuries as a gentle and reliable solution to many a medical ill.

Reporter Jailed for Reports Against UP Hospital Officials

Reporter Jailed for Reports Against UP Hospital Officials

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

A journalist in Uttar Pradesh was arrested and jailed for allegedly publishing misleading reports against hospital officials, leading to accusations of a crackdown on press freedom.

Why Gender Concordance May Reduce Patient Satisfaction in Telemedicine

Why Gender Concordance May Reduce Patient Satisfaction in Telemedicine

Rediff.com5 days ago

A new study by the Goa Institute of Management (GIM) reveals that gender matching in telemedicine may negatively impact patient satisfaction, highlighting the need for culturally sensitive virtual healthcare platforms.

Argument Over T20 World Cup Celebrations Turns Fatal in Bihar

Argument Over T20 World Cup Celebrations Turns Fatal in Bihar

Rediff.com4 days ago

A teenager in Bihar, India, died after an argument with a friend during a viewing of the ICC T20 World Cup final. The dispute escalated into a physical altercation, resulting in fatal injuries.

Israel sends troops to Lebanon, Hezbollah declares 'open war'

Israel sends troops to Lebanon, Hezbollah declares 'open war'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

The Lebanese army has begun evacuating some of its forward positions along the border with Israel and redeploying troops to other posts, Lebanon's state-run National News Agency (NNA) reported on Tuesday, amid intensified Israeli military activity in the area.

The First Mistake In A Relationship Is....

The First Mistake In A Relationship Is....

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

You have to decide whether you want to spend the rest of your life unhappily married or are brave enough to go it alone, counsels Rediff's Love Guru.

Bengaluru Police Arrest Eight in Real Estate Businessman Kidnapping and Murder Case

Bengaluru Police Arrest Eight in Real Estate Businessman Kidnapping and Murder Case

Rediff.com1 days ago

Bengaluru police have arrested eight people, including two minors, in connection with the kidnapping and murder of a real estate businessman. The investigation is ongoing, with a possible motive involving business rivalry and allegations of black magic.

Eight Held in Connection with Bengaluru Businessman's Kidnapping and Murder

Eight Held in Connection with Bengaluru Businessman's Kidnapping and Murder

Rediff.com1 days ago

Police in Bengaluru have arrested eight people, including two minors, in connection with the kidnapping and murder of a real estate businessman. The victim, Gopal alias Gopi, was allegedly kidnapped after a car collision and his body was later found in Hosur, Tamil Nadu. The investigation revealed a long-standing rivalry between the victim and the main conspirator, who believed Gopal was using black magic against him.

Speeding Car Crash Claims Four Lives in Katni District

Speeding Car Crash Claims Four Lives in Katni District

Rediff.com3 days ago

Four people were killed and five others seriously injured in a collision between a car and a motorcycle in the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh. The accident occurred on the Jagatpur-Umaria road, resulting in a traffic jam and chaos.

Sabalenka announces engagement to businessman Georgios Frangulis

Sabalenka announces engagement to businessman Georgios Frangulis

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Aryna Sabalenka announced her engagement to Georgios Frangulis ahead of the Indian Wells tournament, where the World No. 1 will return to action from an extended break after losing the Australian Open final in January.

Man Gets Life Imprisonment for Sexually Assaulting 4-Year-Old

Man Gets Life Imprisonment for Sexually Assaulting 4-Year-Old

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

A court in Kollam, Kerala, has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for the aggravated sexual assault and torture of a four-year-old girl, highlighting the severity of child abuse cases and the legal consequences.

Congress Calls for End to Violence Over Kerala Minister's Injury

Congress Calls for End to Violence Over Kerala Minister's Injury

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Senior Congress leaders V D Satheesan and Ramesh Chennithala criticize the CPI(M) and Health Minister Veena George over alleged violence and a 'shameless drama' surrounding the minister's reported injury during a KSU protest. They demand an end to the violence and withdrawal of charges against KSU activists.

Official: Holistic Development, Grassroots Governance Key to India's Progress

Official: Holistic Development, Grassroots Governance Key to India's Progress

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo emphasises the importance of holistic development and grassroots governance for India's progress at a national conference in Jammu.

Iran uses 'heaviest missiles' in 37th wave against Israel

Iran uses 'heaviest missiles' in 37th wave against Israel

Rediff.com2 days ago

Iran has launched a fresh wave of missile attacks against Israeli and United States-linked targets as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it fired some of its heaviest missiles in the latest phase of its retaliatory campaign, while Israel Defence Forces alleged that many of the projectiles carried cluster bomb warheads.

Former AIFF General Secretary Kushal Das Passes Away

Former AIFF General Secretary Kushal Das Passes Away

Rediff.com56 minutes ago

Kushal Das played a pivotal role in organising the 2017 FIFA Under-17 World Cup in India.

India's Forex Reserves Surge to a Historic Peak of $728.5 Bn

India's Forex Reserves Surge to a Historic Peak of $728.5 Bn

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's foreign exchange reserves have surged to an all-time high, reaching USD 728.494 billion, according to the Reserve Bank of India. This increase is attributed to a rise in foreign currency assets and gold reserves.

Former AIFF General Secretary Kushal Das Passes Away at 66

Former AIFF General Secretary Kushal Das Passes Away at 66

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Kushal Das, former AIFF general secretary, passed away at 66. He played a key role in developing Indian football, including organising the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup.

Obesity Drug Can't Be Advertised Anymore

Obesity Drug Can't Be Advertised Anymore

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Any promotional activity carried out under the pretext of disease awareness, influencer engagement, corporate campaigns, or similar activities that create brand recall/product visibility of the prescription shall also be treated as violations.'

Man Nabbed with Smuggled Cigarettes in Delhi

Man Nabbed with Smuggled Cigarettes in Delhi

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

A 51-year-old man was arrested in Delhi's Kashmere Gate area for possessing illegal imported cigarettes worth approximately Rs 40 lakh. The accused, identified as Sanjay Aggarwal, was found with three lakh sticks of imported cigarettes that lacked mandatory health warnings.

Counterfeit Protein Supplement Ring Busted in Delhi, Two Arrested

Counterfeit Protein Supplement Ring Busted in Delhi, Two Arrested

Rediff.com5 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested two men involved in manufacturing and supplying counterfeit protein supplements in Delhi and the National Capital Region.

Rajasthan Hospital Performs First AI-Powered Cochlear Implant

Rajasthan Hospital Performs First AI-Powered Cochlear Implant

Rediff.com5 days ago

A three-year-old girl in Rajasthan has received an artificial intelligence-based smart cochlear implant, marking a first for government hospitals in the state and offering new hope for treating hearing impairment.

MP Student Delivers Baby During Class 10 Exam; POCSO Act Invoked

MP Student Delivers Baby During Class 10 Exam; POCSO Act Invoked

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

A 17-year-old student gave birth to a premature baby boy in a school washroom during a Class 10 board examination in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district, leading to a police investigation under the POCSO Act.

SC Allows Withdrawal of Life Support for Man in Coma for 13 Years

SC Allows Withdrawal of Life Support for Man in Coma for 13 Years

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Supreme Court of India has permitted the withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment for a 32-year-old man who has been in a coma for over 13 years following a traumatic brain injury.

Court Allows Murder Accused to Attend Brother's Post-Death Rituals Under Police Escort

Court Allows Murder Accused to Attend Brother's Post-Death Rituals Under Police Escort

Rediff.com4 days ago

A court in Beed district, Maharashtra, has granted temporary release to Jairam Chate, an accused in the Santosh Deshmukh murder case, to attend his brother's post-death rituals under police protection. The decision has sparked controversy and objections from the victim's family.