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10 simple tips to improve your immunity

10 simple tips to improve your immunity

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

Taking a morning walk in the sun will ensure you get natural vitamin D, which is one of the easiest and most efficient ways of keeping you fit and healthy, says nutritionist Honey Thaker.

Our assistance doesn't create indebtedness: India at G-77 ministerial meeting

Our assistance doesn't create indebtedness: India at G-77 ministerial meeting

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

"In India's development cooperation, we will be guided by our partners' development priorities. Our assistance does not create indebtedness and is without conditionalities," he said at the 44th Annual Meeting of the G-77 Foreign Ministers on Thursday, in a veiled reference to China's loans which has led to debt-traps in some countries.

10 Asanas For A Healthy Mind And Body

10 Asanas For A Healthy Mind And Body

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

Divya Rolla explains how these asanas will help you improve your overall health.

ADB approves $125 mn loan for Uttarakhand projects

ADB approves $125 mn loan for Uttarakhand projects

Rediff.com29 Nov 2021

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Monday said it has approved a loan of $125 million (around Rs 938 crore) for water supply and sanitation projects in Uttarakhand. The funds will be utilised to improve access to quality water supply and sanitation services in the Himalayan state, ADB said in a release. Under this project, 136 kilometres of water pipe system will be constructed to replace defective water networks in South Dehradun. This will ensure reliable and continuous water supply, benefitting an estimated 40,000 people, including 4,000 urban poor and vulnerable groups.

WELLNESS GURU: Help! I Have Anger Issues

WELLNESS GURU: Help! I Have Anger Issues

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma answers your health queries.

10 SIMPLE habits to stay FIT

10 SIMPLE habits to stay FIT

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

A healthy, positive, attitude is a big booster to build a healthier immune system which benefits your overall health, says Dr Girdhar Gyani.

Why Do Banks Hide Losses?

Why Do Banks Hide Losses?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2023

Believe it or not, the regulator is even stretching its arm to identify stressed borrowers and gauge the 'distance to default' as a measure of a particular bank's fragility, reveals Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

At concluding G20 session, Modi calls for UNSC reform

At concluding G20 session, Modi calls for UNSC reform

Rediff.com10 Sep 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday made a fresh push for reforms in global institutions, including the United Nations, asserting that the world's 'new realities' should be reflected in 'new global structure' as it is nature's law that those who don't change with times lose their relevance.

WHO names Covid variants found in India as 'Kappa', 'Delta'

WHO names Covid variants found in India as 'Kappa', 'Delta'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

The WHO's move came nearly three weeks after India objected to the B.1.617 mutant of the novel coronavirus being termed an 'Indian Variant' in media reports with the Union Health Ministry pointing out that the UN's top health organ has not used the word 'Indian' for this strain in its document.

'Where was black fungus hiding before April?'

'Where was black fungus hiding before April?'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

'Where did this fungus suddenly come from and get all over the country?'

About 18-19 COVID vaccine candidates in pipeline: Harsh Vardhan

About 18-19 COVID vaccine candidates in pipeline: Harsh Vardhan

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

About 18-19 coronavirus vaccine candidates are in different clinical trial stages and may be available in the coming months, Health Minister Harsh Vardhan said on Monday.

'This looks more like a terror attack'

'This looks more like a terror attack'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2022

'They (the ransomware attackers) are not after any VVIP data.' 'Had that been the case, they would have quietly installed a different malware.'

Kangaroo courts, agenda-driven: CJI criticises media

Kangaroo courts, agenda-driven: CJI criticises media

Rediff.com23 Jul 2022

Media trials cannot be a guiding factor in deciding cases, the CJI said.

ASK ROOPASHREE: My stomach feels bloated, please help

ASK ROOPASHREE: My stomach feels bloated, please help

Rediff.com4 Mar 2021

Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma suggests ways to calm the stomach.

'Dishonourable act': Varun turns down Oxford union invite to speak on Modi govt

'Dishonourable act': Varun turns down Oxford union invite to speak on Modi govt

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

Bharatiya Janata Party member of Parliament Varun Gandhi has turned down the Oxford Union's invite to speak at a debate on whether India is on the right path under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying he sees no merit or integrity in voicing domestic challenges at an international forum and that such a step will be a "dishonourable act".

Severity of Covid victims in 2nd wave same as 1st: Govt

Severity of Covid victims in 2nd wave same as 1st: Govt

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

The release of the statistics follows growing panic in the country over concerns that the second wave is somehow more powerful and could cause greater havoc.

After Jain, Sisodia hospitalised as Delhi deadlock continues

After Jain, Sisodia hospitalised as Delhi deadlock continues

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

While Jain went on indefinite fast at the LG's office on Tuesday, Sisodia had been on a hunger strike since Wednesday.

Vardhan promises 15-day approval for Indian-American doctors

Vardhan promises 15-day approval for Indian-American doctors

Rediff.com1 Aug 2014

Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan, while addressing American Association of Physicians Of Indian Origin members, promised Narendra Modi-led NDA government's approval within 15 days if Indian-American doctors apply online for the area of choice where they want to serve. Rediff.com's Aziz Haniffa reports from San Antonio.

7 Asanas To Prepare You For Yoga Day

7 Asanas To Prepare You For Yoga Day

Rediff.com14 Jun 2022

Divya Rolla lists asanas to begin your yoga journey.

'Reduce slavery to foreign goods': Modi calls for 'vocal for local'

'Reduce slavery to foreign goods': Modi calls for 'vocal for local'

Rediff.com6 May 2022

He asked to focus on the 'vocal for local' mantra during the 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav' celebrations.

9 Tips For HEALTHIER LUNGS

9 Tips For HEALTHIER LUNGS

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

Breathing exercises can clean your lungs, strengthen, improve lung function and increase lung capacity.

India had 64 lakh COVID-19 infections by May: National serosurvey

India had 64 lakh COVID-19 infections by May: National serosurvey

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

Seropositivity was the highest in the age group of 18-45 years (43.3 per cent), followed by those between 46-60 years (39.5 per cent) and it was the lowest among those aged above 60 (17.2 per cent).

Why is NCDC not in the centre of managing the Covid-19 crisis?

Why is NCDC not in the centre of managing the Covid-19 crisis?

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

'We have the technical expertise, and international collaborations. We also have robust real-time data. We are a university of pandemic management. If the ministry neglects the role of NCDC, it is the loss of the country'

Do-it-yourself: Simple exercises at stay fit at home

Do-it-yourself: Simple exercises at stay fit at home

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

Ready to workout at home? These exercises are meant for you.

Use of masks declining amid Omicron concerns, warns govt

Use of masks declining amid Omicron concerns, warns govt

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

The government on Friday warned about the declining compliance to mask usage in the country amid concerns over the Omicron variant of the coronavirus and urged people to follow COVID-appropriate behaviour and get vaccinated to prevent surge in cases.

Dry run for COVID-19 immunisation drive in 4 states next week

Dry run for COVID-19 immunisation drive in 4 states next week

Rediff.com25 Dec 2020

Each state will plan it in two districts and preferably in five different session-type settings -- district hospital, community health centre or primary health care centre, urban site, private health facility and rural outreach.

In RS govt poohpoohs concerns over lack of nuclear safety

In RS govt poohpoohs concerns over lack of nuclear safety

Rediff.com4 Aug 2022

Union minister Jitendra Singh assured the members of the Rajya Sabha on Thursday that there is better nuclear safety in India as compared to many other countries and there are enough safeguards in the Indian nuclear plants.

WELLNESS GURU: Should I wear sunscreen while using my laptop?

WELLNESS GURU: Should I wear sunscreen while using my laptop?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

While the excess use of electronic devices will definitely have some side effects, constantly layering the skin might is not the solution, says Wellness Guru Roopashree Sharma.

WELLNESS GURU: Can Yoga Keep Us Cool?

WELLNESS GURU: Can Yoga Keep Us Cool?

Rediff.com24 May 2022

Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma answers your health queries.

SP manifesto promises major sops for workers, farmers, poor, women

SP manifesto promises major sops for workers, farmers, poor, women

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

The party released its manifesto -- Samajwadi Vachan Patra -- for the coming assembly elections, shortly after the BJP released its own.

COVID-19: 'We are lucky it came later to India'

COVID-19: 'We are lucky it came later to India'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

'People are getting admitted to hospital two to three days before their death in a very serious respiratory compromise state and they are passing away within 48 hours.' 'Those who are coming early in the disease, the minute they are suspicious that they have COVID-19, the recovery rate has been much, much, higher.' 'The moral of the story is: We must destigmatise COVID-19.' 'People should be told: 'Look, if you have anything like this, please come immediately'.'

US offers all support to make India's G20 presidency a success

US offers all support to make India's G20 presidency a success

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

Blinken will also attend a meeting of the foreign ministers of the Quad grouping and will hold bilateral talks with his Indian counterpart S Jaishankar in Delhi.

WELLNESS GURU: 10 Good Things I Can Feed My Family

WELLNESS GURU: 10 Good Things I Can Feed My Family

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma answers your health queries.

10 Millets To Include In Your Diet

10 Millets To Include In Your Diet

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

Millets can provide nutritional security against deficiencies, especially in children and women, says Sreejith Moolayil, co-founder and COO, True Elements.

Are Banks In Good Shape?

Are Banks In Good Shape?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

Flush with liquidity, banks are eager to lend. And, therein lies the problem, warns Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

'I expect a third wave by December'

'I expect a third wave by December'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2021

'We must not forget that the virus will continue to adapt itself to live with us.' 'The vaccine is the only one way we can prevent mortality.'

US lifts Covid curbs on fully-vaccinated travellers from Nov 8

US lifts Covid curbs on fully-vaccinated travellers from Nov 8

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

The US will lift all restrictions for fully vaccinated international travellers, including from India, from November 8 but they will have to show proof of a negative coronavirus test before boarding a flight to the country, the White House has announced.

'We couldn't imagine this 15 years ago'

'We couldn't imagine this 15 years ago'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

'At the heart of the strategic relationship between our countries are economic ties.'

ASK KOMAL: Is drinking too much water a problem?

ASK KOMAL: Is drinking too much water a problem?

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

Dietician Komal Jethmalani provides expert help.

ASK ROOPASHREE: I cry too easily... please help!

ASK ROOPASHREE: I cry too easily... please help!

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma answers your health queries.