News for 'Hygiene'

COVID-19: Riddle wrapped in enigma inside a mystery

COVID-19: Riddle wrapped in enigma inside a mystery

Rediff.com11 Jun 2020

'What accounts for the huge difference in death tolls between the most advanced countries and the relatively poorer countries?' mulls Virendra Kapoor.

How this 18 YO sent 300 Indians home

How this 18 YO sent 300 Indians home

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

'So far, we have sent 12 buses of workers home.'

11 simple tips to deal with exam stress

11 simple tips to deal with exam stress

Rediff.com18 Feb 2020

While exams may seem time consuming, remember to spend some time every day with your loving/funny friends or family members.

The real COVID-19 warrior in the village is a woman

The real COVID-19 warrior in the village is a woman

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

'I set out really early because it gets very hot.' 'The soles of my feet burn by the time I have finished going house to house on foot.'

ITC is first to hike cigarette prices post budget

ITC is first to hike cigarette prices post budget

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

While the American Club Cool Fresh Taste saw the minimum hike of 10 per cent, from Rs 200 to Rs 220 for a pack of 20 cigarettes, the price of Navy Cut Filter rose by about 16 per cent, at Rs 80 for a pack of 10 sticks. Flake Filter has become costlier by 14 per cent at Rs 80, while prices of Flake Special Filter, Flake Blue Special Filter and Wave Cool Mint rose by 20 per cent.

Will drive-in theatres replace the multiplex?

Will drive-in theatres replace the multiplex?

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

are in the process of building one at the Jio Center in Bandra Kurla Complex where the Maker Maxity building used to be. "This theatre will be on the top of the mall and should be able to accommodate 300 cars, and is expected to open sometime in January or February next year.

India's children can make Modi's 'Swachh Bharat' dream come true

India's children can make Modi's 'Swachh Bharat' dream come true

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Lack of basic sanitation affects people's dignity.

Your diet plan this Diwali

Your diet plan this Diwali

Rediff.com7 Nov 2018

This Diwali, don't binge on processed foods, but consume fruits.

Can you help these 500 nowhere people?

Can you help these 500 nowhere people?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

'It is a ticking time bomb if the authorities don't come forward to help these hapless people.'

'I don't do movies from a political angle'

'I don't do movies from a political angle'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2021

'We are talking about history, about things that transpired.' 'If we don't know our history, we will never be able to evolve as individuals.'

Is Nirav Modi a Suicide Risk?

Is Nirav Modi a Suicide Risk?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

The British home secretary has granted permission for jeweller Nirav Modi's extradition to India. During their arguments in a London court, his lawyers claimed Modi suffers from mental illness and is a suicide risk if he was sent to Mumbai's Arthur Road jail. A fascinating excerpt from Danish Khan and Ruhi Khan's Escaped: True Stories Of Indian Fugitives In London.

India in talks with China to provide relief to 250 stuck in Wuhan

India in talks with China to provide relief to 250 stuck in Wuhan

Rediff.com26 Jan 2020

India on Sunday opened a third hotline in view of 'large number' of phone calls from the Indians who are mostly students, the Indian Embassy in Beijing said.

Shops selling essentials to remain open 24x7 in Maha, Delhi, Goa

Shops selling essentials to remain open 24x7 in Maha, Delhi, Goa

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

The decision was taken to prevent crowding at shops and marketplaces amid the lockdown to contain the coronaviruspandemic, a statement from Thackeray's office said.

Nagpur gets a glimpse of World T20 trophy

Nagpur gets a glimpse of World T20 trophy

Rediff.com27 Feb 2016

India pacer Umesh Yadav was the cynosure of all eyes at an event in Nagpur on Saturday when the ICC World T20 trophies were introduced to the Orange City as part of the tournament's host city tour.

Two EPL games postponed due to icy weather

Two EPL games postponed due to icy weather

Rediff.com26 Dec 2010

Everton's match at home to Birmingham City and Blackpool's game against Liverpool were postponed on Sunday as Premier League fixtures once again fell victim to freezing conditions in Britain.

Here's how you can combine innovation with a social cause

Here's how you can combine innovation with a social cause

Rediff.com13 Dec 2011

There is good news for Kolkata and maybe, eventually, the rest of urban India too. A report says that a Danish firm has designed a cart for food hawkers there are 1.25 lakh of them in the city which will enable them to ply their trade in a clean and hygienic way while taking up less space than do today's carts.

7 tips to prevent hair loss!

7 tips to prevent hair loss!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2019

Even as a teen, Syed Firdaus Ashraf was terrified about losing his hair. So here's what he did.

US suspends travel from Europe for 30 days amid coronavirus scare

US suspends travel from Europe for 30 days amid coronavirus scare

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

The president said the European Union has "failed to take the same precautions" as his administration had implemented to contain the coronavirus outbreak.

Questions on coronavirus answered

Questions on coronavirus answered

Rediff.com13 Mar 2020

A virologist answers questions on the deadly virus presently haunting the world.

Covid has taken sheen off India's most exclusive clubs

Covid has taken sheen off India's most exclusive clubs

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

Few of these highly sought-after socialising and networking hubs are seeing much activity as regulars are missing in action.

COVID-19 taught India to become self-reliant: PM

COVID-19 taught India to become self-reliant: PM

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

Modi said the coronavirus pandemic made people learn new things.

Scramble for hospital beds in Delhi exposes govt claims

Scramble for hospital beds in Delhi exposes govt claims

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

Though the government claims there are more beds than needed, the national capital's COVID-19 reality, retold through social and other media, is also about the anguish of sons, daughters, wives and others trying desperately to get medical help for their unwell family members.

PIX: Now, Amitabh Bachchan sweeps the streets

PIX: Now, Amitabh Bachchan sweeps the streets

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

The Bollywood brigade is out on the streets for a noble cause.

'No more complaints by athletes about Games Village'

'No more complaints by athletes about Games Village'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2010

Commonwealth Games Village Mayor Dalbir Singh on Thursday claimed that about 4,000 athletes and delegates are living happily at the much-criticised residential blocks and there are no complaints related to cleanliness and hygiene anymore.

Govt releases new list of exemptions for lockdown

Govt releases new list of exemptions for lockdown

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

The Union home ministry on Tuesday allowed opening of shops selling school books and electric fans, services of bedside attendants of senior citizens and public utilities including recharge facilities for prepaid mobile phones during the ongoing lockdown.

Scared of losing your job? 3 things you can do

Scared of losing your job? 3 things you can do

Rediff.com21 Apr 2020

At this point, it is crucial to think of solutions that will help flatten the curve and also generate income, says Pratyush Banerjee.

India is doing a good job fighting COVID-19

India is doing a good job fighting COVID-19

Rediff.com19 Apr 2020

'All anecdotal evidence confirms that there has been no noticeable rise in deaths across the country for want of coronavirus tests,' notes Virendra Kapoor.

10 things Indian men should know about SEX

10 things Indian men should know about SEX

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

Sex must be enjoyed equally by both you and your partner and consent is pivotal before getting into the act, says Gaurav Gupta.

Now, house keeping staff in trains!

Now, house keeping staff in trains!

Rediff.com12 May 2010

In an attempt to provide better hygiene and ensure passenger comfort, Western Railway has introduced house keeping facility in long distance trains.

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