News for 'Hygiene'

Main vegetable market emerges as Chennai's Covid-19 hotspot

Main vegetable market emerges as Chennai's Covid-19 hotspot

Rediff.com5 May 2020

Chennai's Koyambedu market for vegetables, fruits and flowers, one of the largest in the country that used to teem with thousands of people every day, has emerged as the latest hotspot for COVID-19 cases in Tamil Nadu. The development has prompted authorities to shift the market -- spread over 295 acres with over 3,000 outlets of which only about 200 of them are presently functional -- to suburban Tirumazhisai from Thursday.

8 lessons young Indians can learn from the Mahatma

8 lessons young Indians can learn from the Mahatma

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

'He serves as an inspiring example for us to learn to emerge stronger and achieve success,' notes Pradeep Jolly.

A first timer's guide to visiting a spa

A first timer's guide to visiting a spa

Rediff.com22 May 2019

Simple tips to make the most out of your spa visit.

Gadkari plans to meet infra target despite lockdown

Gadkari plans to meet infra target despite lockdown

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

'Despite the pandemic, we aspire to maintain the momentum of last year.'

Trump unveils 3-phase plan to reopen country

Trump unveils 3-phase plan to reopen country

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

Currently more than 95 per cent of America's 330 million population are under a stay-at-home order and over 22 million Americans have applied for unemployment benefits.

India shines at Oscars; takes home an award!

India shines at Oscars; takes home an award!

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

Period. End of Sentence, which won an Oscar in the Documentary Short Subject category, has been produced by Guneet Monga.

Chidambaram need not be hospitalised: SG Mehta to HC

Chidambaram need not be hospitalised: SG Mehta to HC

Rediff.com1 Nov 2019

Justice Suresh Kait, who was hearing Chidambaram's interim bail plea, directed the Tihar jail superintendent to provide clean and hygienic surrounding to the 74-year old Congress leader as also home-cooked food, mineral water, mosquito protection net and repellent

Kerala firm gets Gates Foundation grant for 'e-toilet'

Kerala firm gets Gates Foundation grant for 'e-toilet'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2012

Thiruvananthapuram-based Eram Scientific Solutions Private Limited was awarded the grant as part of the foundation's second round of 'Reinvent the Toilet Challenge' grants totalling nearly $3.4 million.

Why pregnant women must visit a dentist

Why pregnant women must visit a dentist

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

The condition of your gums has a close possibility of directly affecting the health of your baby-to-be and is prone to preterm birth, says Dr Karishma Jaradi.

Visit Vienna's first cat cafe!

Visit Vienna's first cat cafe!

Rediff.com18 May 2012

After three years of negotiations with city officials over hygiene issues, Austria opened its first cat cafe.

The movie theatre experience, post lockdown

The movie theatre experience, post lockdown

Rediff.com14 Jun 2020

Movie theatres may reopen around the second week of July.

How You Can Fight COVID-19

How You Can Fight COVID-19

Rediff.com28 May 2021

Dr Karthiyayini Mahadevan, head, wellness and well-being, Columbia Pacific Communities, shares simple, useful tips to fully recover from COVID-19.

India definitely not in community transmission stage: Govt

India definitely not in community transmission stage: Govt

Rediff.com11 Jun 2020

"Lockdown and containment (measures) have been successful in keeping it low and preventing rapid spread," ICMR Director General Balram Bhargava said, citing the sero-survey on COVID-19 spread.

Exploring a cheap sanitiser to fight coronavirus

Exploring a cheap sanitiser to fight coronavirus

Rediff.com10 Apr 2020

'If it works, something good can come out of this tragedy for the common public good,' say Dr Prasad Gadgil and Dr Kunal Basu.

For the love of dogs

For the love of dogs

Rediff.com23 Feb 2013

Love for pets helped these Chennai youths become entrepreneurs

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.

Dettol makes a clean sweep

Dettol makes a clean sweep

Rediff.com3 Sep 2015

Dettol is the leader in the anti-septic liquid category.

Centre issues new Covid guidelines from Dec 1

Centre issues new Covid guidelines from Dec 1

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

The guidelines said that keeping in view the recent spike in new cases in a few states and UTs, ongoing festival season and onset of winter, it is emphasised that to fully overcome the pandemic there is a need to maintain caution and to strictly follow the prescribed containment strategy.

'Medical students still rely on archaic, dated text books'

'Medical students still rely on archaic, dated text books'

Rediff.com10 May 2012

A dentist by profession, Dr Reshma Nayak who is currently spearheading the country's leading health portal feels there is a dearth of good medical writers in India.

70% of India's COVID-19 cases come from 7 states

70% of India's COVID-19 cases come from 7 states

Rediff.com24 May 2020

The government has asked the eleven municipal areas to step up monitoring in old cities, urban slums and other high density pockets like camps and clusters for migrant workers for management of COVID-19 cases.

'COVID-19 is not food-borne'

'COVID-19 is not food-borne'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2020

'It is safe to consume cooked non-vegetarian food.'

4 lingerie mistakes almost all women make

4 lingerie mistakes almost all women make

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

Did you know that your bra size changes every four to six months?

Impressions DO matter: Dress RIGHT for job success!

Impressions DO matter: Dress RIGHT for job success!

Rediff.com17 Jul 2012

A combo of good hygiene and a balanced wardrobe can give you a more professional look for interviews and work.

MHA cites lockdown violations, directs strict implementation

MHA cites lockdown violations, directs strict implementation

Rediff.com21 May 2020

In a communication to all states and union territories, Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla asked them to strictly ensure prohibition of all non-essential activities between 7 pm and 7 am, saying the night curfew imposed to contain the coronavirus spread is an 'important element of the home ministry guidelines'.

Johnson & Johnson to pay $55 mn in talc-powder trial for causing cancer

Johnson & Johnson to pay $55 mn in talc-powder trial for causing cancer

Rediff.com3 May 2016

The verdict followed a $72 million jury award from the same court in February to the family of a woman, who died from ovarian cancer.

COVID cases increasingly reported from rural areas: Experts

COVID cases increasingly reported from rural areas: Experts

Rediff.com31 Aug 2020

The experts said there is a need to relook at the testing strategy in a way that it results in guiding the public health response and effectively limiting the spread of the disease.

Is Hardik being punished for spilling insider secrets?

Is Hardik being punished for spilling insider secrets?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2019

'His sin was that he made public a certain lifestyle that was to be kept within the confines of those sweaty dressing rooms,' says Sreehari Nair.

'None of us are showing any symptom'

'None of us are showing any symptom'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

'The facilities here are neat and clean; proper hygiene is maintained.' 'This is better than what we had expected in India.'

10 bad habits that harm your teeth

10 bad habits that harm your teeth

Rediff.com25 Jun 2012

Brushing hard, drinking wine, chewing ice -- here's everything you should avoid to preserve your pearly whites.

The world gets smaller, we get FATTER

The world gets smaller, we get FATTER

Rediff.com20 Jun 2012

Increasing levels of fatness around the world could have the same impact on global resources as adding an extra billion people to the planet, say researchers.

PIX: The 'World's Hottest Bikini Bodies' list!

PIX: The 'World's Hottest Bikini Bodies' list!

Rediff.com30 Aug 2010

Here's the latest list of celebrity women with the 'Hottest Bikini Bodies' from across the world.

Mix of relief and fear as rail services start

Mix of relief and fear as rail services start

Rediff.com13 May 2020

For many the resumption of trains is a big boon, but some say it doesn't come without confusion and worries

'We should get our hospitals ready for the second wave'

'We should get our hospitals ready for the second wave'

Rediff.com14 May 2020

'Strengthen hospital capacity, look after patients who need care, primarily ICU care...' 'Train doctors, get PPE, get ventilators, have treatment protocols in place.'

Must-know rules of casual sex in modern India

Must-know rules of casual sex in modern India

Rediff.com4 Aug 2017

Your guide to the Jab Harry Met Sejal way of life.

What do countries look like after easing lockdowns

What do countries look like after easing lockdowns

Rediff.com7 May 2020

Italy, Spain, Portugal and India are among the countries easing coronavirus restrictions. Social distancing, mask wearing are the new norms as these countries continue to battle the virus pandemic, but are venturing out of their homes after extended periods of staying at home.

Amul packs a sweet punch

Amul packs a sweet punch

Rediff.com23 Jun 2016

The traditional Indian desserts market is around Rs 40,000-45,000 crore (Rs 400-450 billion).

Top 5 feature phones under Rs 5,000

Top 5 feature phones under Rs 5,000

Rediff.com9 Oct 2012

The feature phone segment is not hot anymore, but that doesn't mean there are not enough options for people on a budget. Here are some quality options for less than Rs 5,000.

Poor nations struggle to spend climate change aid, what next?

Poor nations struggle to spend climate change aid, what next?

Rediff.com3 Nov 2015

Billions of dollars pledged by developed nations in climate finance over the last decade remain unused.

Review: North 24 Kaatham is an endearing film

Review: North 24 Kaatham is an endearing film

Rediff.com16 Sep 2013

North 24 Kaatham is a sure winner for Fahadh Faasil.

India has highest share in global Covid recoveries: Govt

India has highest share in global Covid recoveries: Govt

Rediff.com23 Sep 2020

While the United States' share in global COVID-19 cases is 22.4 per cent, those who have recuperated there comprise 18.6 per cent of total worldwide recoveries, according to data presented by Bhushan.