News for 'Neurology'

Pak court suspends Musharraf arrest warrant in Lal Masjid case

Pak court suspends Musharraf arrest warrant in Lal Masjid case

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

The arrest warrant was challenged in the high court which set aside the orders of the lower court

Sun-Ranbaxy deal stirs monopoly concerns: CCI

Sun-Ranbaxy deal stirs monopoly concerns: CCI

Rediff.com30 Aug 2014

Competition watchdog says 'high market concentration' in some segments a worry.

I'm ashamed, says Indian origin doctor for assaulting Uber cabbie while drunk

I'm ashamed, says Indian origin doctor for assaulting Uber cabbie while drunk

Rediff.com28 Jan 2016

Ramkissoon, a fourth-year neurology resident, can be seen in the video berating the driver, trying to hit him, and throwing items out of the window of the passenger seat, and ultimately trying to knee the driver.

India must not host Olympics unless we can win 40 gold medals: Bindra

India must not host Olympics unless we can win 40 gold medals: Bindra

Rediff.com26 Nov 2017

'We need to invest in our youth, we need to invest on our athletes, that should be the priority and then when we are in a position to realistically win at least 40 gold medals in the Olympic Games. For me personally that would be the right moment to host an Olympic Games'

Raonic and Halep withdraw from Rio tennis over Zika

Raonic and Halep withdraw from Rio tennis over Zika

Rediff.com16 Jul 2016

Milos Raonic, the finalist at Wimbledon this year, and women's world number five Simona Halep of Romania have pulled out from next month's Rio Olympics due to fears over the Zika virus.

Zika-free warmups suggest minimal risk at Olympics

Zika-free warmups suggest minimal risk at Olympics

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

The local organizing committee for the upcoming Olympics in Rio de Janeiro said on Tuesday not a single case of Zika infection has been reported among 17,000 athletes, volunteers and staff during test events in the run-up to the games. As concern over the outbreak grows among the 500,000 visitors expected for the Olympics, the committee's chief medical officer said cooler temperatures, which are less propitious for mosquitos, had already led to a decrease in the number of Zika infections in recent months. U.S. health officials have concluded that Zika infections in pregnant women can cause microcephaly, a birth defect marked by small head size that can lead to severe developmental problems in babies.

'Zika not a reason to cancel Olympics'

'Zika not a reason to cancel Olympics'

Rediff.com27 May 2016

Zika virus outbreak in Brazil does not pose enough of a threat to warrant cancelling or putting off the Olympic Games set to be held in Rio de Janeiro in August, a leading US health official said.

Former F1 champion Schumacher leaves hospital for home

Former F1 champion Schumacher leaves hospital for home

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

Michael Schumacher left hospital to continue his recovery at home but the former Formula One champion faces "a long and difficult road ahead" after his skiing accident last year, a statement said on Tuesday.

Newton, Darwin take note: Gagandeep Kang makes history

Newton, Darwin take note: Gagandeep Kang makes history

Rediff.com8 May 2019

Women are great team players and collaborators, 'but they don't put themselves forward,' Dr Gagandeep Kang, the first Indian woman scientist to be elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society, tells Veenu Sandhu.

Can COVID-19 live in your fridge?

Can COVID-19 live in your fridge?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

'The majority of transmission will be via people who are within two metres of one another.' 'The closer you are, the more likely that you'll be infected.'

How did Stephen Hawking survive ALS for 57 years?

How did Stephen Hawking survive ALS for 57 years?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2018

It's a special story.

Tax planning: Time to rush

Tax planning: Time to rush

Rediff.com21 Mar 2016

An Aadhaar card can fast-track the KYC procedure for some instruments.

Amid Zika concerns US football's Solo may skip Rio Olympics

Amid Zika concerns US football's Solo may skip Rio Olympics

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

Renowned US football player Hope Solo said Thursday she was unlikely to join her teammates for the Rio Olympic Games without more information about Zika as she hoped to have children and was concerned about the virus' health effects.

Hope floats for Bianchi family as F1 returns to Monaco

Hope floats for Bianchi family as F1 returns to Monaco

Rediff.com22 May 2015

Jules Bianchi, who went into a coma after suffering brain injuries in a horrific crash in Japan last October, recorded his first points for Marussia at the Monaco GP last season.

Trump in 'excellent health', scores 30/30 in cognitive assessment

Trump in 'excellent health', scores 30/30 in cognitive assessment

Rediff.com17 Jan 2018

The doctor said that the US president is borderline obese.

Would you use neuroscience to find a partner?

Would you use neuroscience to find a partner?

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

Ever considered choosing a partner based on your psychological make-up?

Why is Harsh Mariwala getting into aquatherapy?

Why is Harsh Mariwala getting into aquatherapy?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2018

'Hardly any aqua centres exist in India though they are popular abroad.' 'Water is known for its buoyancy which reduces pressure on joints. So, you can exercise effectively underwater, provided you have the right experts guiding you,' Harsh Mariwala tells Viveat Susan Pinto.

Why did Sundar Pichai fire James Damore?

Why did Sundar Pichai fire James Damore?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

'Should views such as Damore's be ignored, stigmatised, or corrected, point by point?' asks Mihir S Sharma.

Alkem fudged trial data: German regulator

Alkem fudged trial data: German regulator

Rediff.com16 Apr 2016

The European Medicines Agency's review is the second setback to Alkem Laboratories

Sun, Ranbaxy may be asked to sell some businesses for CCI approval to merger

Sun, Ranbaxy may be asked to sell some businesses for CCI approval to merger

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

A source said the competition watchdog would by next month suggest 'structural remedies' that included selling key drug segments as conditions for clearing the country's largest pharmaceutical industry merger.

'Nowhere in Islam does it say women should cover their face'

'Nowhere in Islam does it say women should cover their face'

Rediff.com8 May 2019

'I don't believe the talk of free will.' 'They are either forced to dress like this, or indoctrinated.'

Dyslexic and successful: Meet the victors

Dyslexic and successful: Meet the victors

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

From memorising things to managing anger, these icons found the perfect way to overcome dyslexia.

Shame again: Sikkimese woman raped in Delhi; AIIMS doctor, 4 others arrested

Shame again: Sikkimese woman raped in Delhi; AIIMS doctor, 4 others arrested

Rediff.com27 Feb 2015

The 25-year-old survivor from Sikkim, the wife of an army personnel, was trafficked to Delhi.

Nipah virus attack: Avoid mangoes, raw date palm

Nipah virus attack: Avoid mangoes, raw date palm

Rediff.com23 May 2018

Do not consume fresh fruits, date palm and other poorly washed fruits/half consumed fruits, says Dr Dr Usha Manjunath.

Last minute tax tips...

Last minute tax tips...

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

Evaluate recurring investment products and do the numbers before making any investments.

All you need to know about the 'dangerous' Zika virus

All you need to know about the 'dangerous' Zika virus

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

The Zika virus, an alarming and disturbing infection that may be linked to thousands of babies being born with underdeveloped brains, is spreading through the Americas. But what is the virus, how is it spread and how can people minimise the chances of catching it?

It's been 30 years since Flop Show!

It's been 30 years since Flop Show!

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

Jaspal Bhatti's feel for the grime, the confusions, and the madness in our system was so complete that he could take on every kind of woman or man God ever gave to the institutions of India, feels Sreehari Nair.

Golfer McIlroy withdraws from Rio Olympics over Zika virus fears

Golfer McIlroy withdraws from Rio Olympics over Zika virus fears

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

Four-time Major winner Rory McIlroy will not compete in this summer's Rio Olympic Games, citing health fears over the Zika virus, he said on Wednesday.

Researchers from US, Germany win 2013 Nobel Medicine Prize

Researchers from US, Germany win 2013 Nobel Medicine Prize

Rediff.com7 Oct 2013

James Rothman, Randy Schekman and Thomas Suedhof won the 2013 Nobel Medicine Prize 2013 on Monday for solving the mystery of how the cell organises its transport system. The winners will share equally the prize sum of eight million Swedish kronor (USD 1.25 million), reduced because of the economic crisis last year from the 10 million kronor awarded since 2001.

Can tapeworm kill you? All you need to know

Can tapeworm kill you? All you need to know

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

Consuming uncooked or contaminated food may put you at high risk of a tapeworm infection.

Asaram sent to jail, to move bail plea on Tuesday

Asaram sent to jail, to move bail plea on Tuesday

Rediff.com2 Sep 2013

Self-styled godman Asaram Bapu, accused of sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl at his ashram, was behind bars today after he was remanded in 14-day judicial custody by a local court.

'Is work experience important for MBA?'

'Is work experience important for MBA?'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2016

Overseas education consultant NNS Chandra shares advice on how to pick the right international education.

Is that Stress or Stroke?

Is that Stress or Stroke?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

On the occasion of World Stroke Day, Dr PN Renjen, Senior Consultant -- Neurology, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, explains how to identify a stroke and offers tips to prevent one.

Indian women outlive men, shows study

Indian women outlive men, shows study

Rediff.com15 Nov 2017

Life expectancy at birth improved from 59.7 years in 1990 to 70.3 years in 2016 for women.

Review: Naan Sigappu Manithan is a riveting revenge drama

Review: Naan Sigappu Manithan is a riveting revenge drama

Rediff.com11 Apr 2014

Naan Sigappu Manithan has an honest narrative, excellent performances and many twists and turns that keep you entertained

No carcinogen in our daily bread please!

No carcinogen in our daily bread please!

Rediff.com30 May 2016

Pramod Kumar Julka, former dean and professor of oncology at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, tells Nikita Puri why this is a cause for concern.

How the companies plan to keep their employees happy

How the companies plan to keep their employees happy

Rediff.com22 Apr 2016

Employers are completely off track if they think money and flexible timing alone are the motivators.

Did you just buy poisoned fruit?

Did you just buy poisoned fruit?

Rediff.com16 May 2017

Use of chemical compounds to artificially ripen, colour and increase the shelf life of fruit is rampant in India.

For some golfers Olympic thrill trumps Zika fears

For some golfers Olympic thrill trumps Zika fears

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

When it comes to golfers and their interest in competing at this year's Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, a curious gender divide is emerging which, at first glance, is counter-intuitive.

WHO sees 'very low' risk of further Zika spread due to Olympics

WHO sees 'very low' risk of further Zika spread due to Olympics

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

There is a 'very low risk' of further international spread of Zika virus as result of the Olympic Games to be held in Brazil, the heart of the current outbreak linked to birth defects, World Health Organization (WHO) experts said on Tuesday.