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How Your 20s Decide Your Menopause Journey

How Your 20s Decide Your Menopause Journey

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

"Menopause is not a one-day thing," says gynaecologist Dr Nidhi Jha, who is also a founder and director at Care&Cure Clinic, New Delhi. "It's a gradual process that begins years before your last period and it's deeply influenced by how you live your 20s."

'We'll start and end ISL at the right time'

'We'll start and end ISL at the right time'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Kalyan Chaubey on Friday said the governing body has been working in a "dedicated" manner to start this season's Indian Super League (ISL), currently on hold due to uncertainty surrounding the renewal of the Master Rights Agreement (MRA) between the AIFF and Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL).

How India Buys A Car Today Has Changed

How India Buys A Car Today Has Changed

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

More Indians start car shopping online, pushing automakers and dealers to respond quickly, train staff, and use AI to turn clicks into showroom visits.

Sitharaman Orders Banks to Return Unclaimed Citizens' Money

Sitharaman Orders Banks to Return Unclaimed Citizens' Money

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Given that a sizeable part of this money is part of the coveted current accounts and savings accounts, it is surprising that banks are not in a hurry to revive these accounts, notes Tamal Bandyopdhyay.

National Awards: 'Wanted A Good Picture To Hang At Home'

National Awards: 'Wanted A Good Picture To Hang At Home'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'Winning awards, everything, I don't think you can plan all these things. You don't go out there wanting to make a film saying, 'this film will win an award'. You can't do art with that intent.'

'Downfall Of A Govt In 2 Days Is No Small Event'

'Downfall Of A Govt In 2 Days Is No Small Event'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'This revolution has sparked an awakening. Gen Z realises the power it holds.'

Top Chinese defence scientist detained for corruption

Top Chinese defence scientist detained for corruption

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

A leading Chinese scientist specializing in semiconductor chips for weapon systems has been detained by anti-corruption authorities, according to his company, Zhejiang Great Microwave Technology.

Rohit Sharma Deserved To Be Treated Better!

Rohit Sharma Deserved To Be Treated Better!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

'Should a player with such deep understanding of the ODI format be removed from captaincy when neither age nor performance has dimmed his brilliance?', asks veteran cricket correspondent K R Nayar.

SC upholds JSW Steel's takeover plan for Bhushan Power and Steel

SC upholds JSW Steel's takeover plan for Bhushan Power and Steel

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

The Supreme Court on Friday upheld JSW Steel's Rs 19,700-crore resolution plan for debt-ridden Bhushan Power and Steel Limited (BPSL), bringing down curtains to a prolonged legal battle that spanned nearly eight years.

Afghans Are Adept At Playing India Against Pakistan

Afghans Are Adept At Playing India Against Pakistan

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

'During the 5-day visit, Amir Khan Muttaqi would have, conceivably, bumped into our powerful security agencies one way or another and some interaction would have ensued, which, in turn, can lead to future dealings.' 'Indeed, this will be the one crucial template of the Indo-Afghan relationship that Pakistan will be monitoring closely,' points Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

India's 2036 Olympic Games Bid Under Review

India's 2036 Olympic Games Bid Under Review

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Mandaviya addresses state of Indian football

Fleming drops big hint on CSK's rebuilding process

Fleming drops big hint on CSK's rebuilding process

Rediff.com19 May 2025

I am a fan of experience, experience wins tournaments: Fleming

Loan Against Insurance? Read This

Loan Against Insurance? Read This

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Use these loans to meet emergency needs, and not to fund holidays or luxury purchases.

Mosques covered for 'Laat Saheb' Holi procession in UP town

Mosques covered for 'Laat Saheb' Holi procession in UP town

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

The city of Shahjahanpur in India celebrates Holi with a unique procession called "Laat Saheb," where revellers hurl footwear at a man impersonating a British Lord. The tradition dates back to the 18th century and has evolved over time. The procession involves a seven-kilometer route, prayers at a temple, and a symbolic bribe offered to the police. The event is marked by strict security measures, including barricades, CCTV cameras, and the covering of mosques with tarpaulins. The procession is seen as a way to commemorate the city's history of freedom fighters and to discourage the British colonizers.

Bihar Polls: Non-Stop Contest For Sops

Bihar Polls: Non-Stop Contest For Sops

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Both NDA and INDIA are racing to woo marginalised groups with Assembly polls fast approaching.

UPI Boom Drives Down Cash Demand

UPI Boom Drives Down Cash Demand

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

UPI crossed 20 billion monthly transactions for the first time in August 2025, with a transaction value of Rs 24.85 trillion.

'From March 2026, India Should Resume Long-Term Uptrend'

'From March 2026, India Should Resume Long-Term Uptrend'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

'Indian markets may underperform global peers for the next two quarters.' 'But beyond that, India should catch up and resume its long-term growth path.'

'I Won't Wait For Decades To Get Reform Done'

'I Won't Wait For Decades To Get Reform Done'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

'That is going to have an impact on literally every one, whether you buy a toothpaste, a safety pin, a car, shoes or medicines or you go to a diagnostic centre.'

India shut out noise, gear up to entertain vs Pakistan

India shut out noise, gear up to entertain vs Pakistan

Rediff.com20 Sep 2025

'Close your room, switch off your phone and sleep. I think that's the best thing.'

Can India find new sponsor ahead of Asia Cup?

Can India find new sponsor ahead of Asia Cup?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

'It is a process that takes a certain amount of time and needs to be done keeping legal modalities in mind.'

Rare Earth Magnet Crunch Persists For Automakers

Rare Earth Magnet Crunch Persists For Automakers

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

'Despite assurance from China, none of the companies have received supplies from Chinese sellers.'

Why Hospitals Are Spending Money On IT

Why Hospitals Are Spending Money On IT

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

60 per cent of hospitals are directing investments towards IT capability building, 50 per cent towards business intelligence tools and data lakes, and a significant share into AI-led use cases such as clinical documentation (72 per cent), decision support systems (64 per cent) and imaging (60 per cent).

'A Revolution In Indian Languages Is Waiting To Be Unleashed'

'A Revolution In Indian Languages Is Waiting To Be Unleashed'

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

'The Bhashini Mission has delivered a working technology at large scale, which is as good as or better than the one with MNC tech giants.'

Is Paytm Out Of The Woods?

Is Paytm Out Of The Woods?

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

'This marks a turning point for Paytm, with the regulatory environment looking much clearer than it has been in the last two years.'

Sitharaman asks fintechs to strengthen risk management to check AI misuse

Sitharaman asks fintechs to strengthen risk management to check AI misuse

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday asked fintech firms to focus on risk management at a time when criminals are using AI to mimic voices, clone identities and create lifelike videos to manipulate people.

BWF warns: Shuttlecock shortage could hit players hard

BWF warns: Shuttlecock shortage could hit players hard

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Manufacturers must resolve supply chain issues and accelerate the roll-out of advanced synthetic options for players worldwide.

Nigeria joins India in race to host 2030 CWG!

Nigeria joins India in race to host 2030 CWG!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

India is not the lone bidder for the 2030 Commonwealth Games and will face competition from Nigeria to get the hosting rights of the multi-sporting event as the African nation has also submitted its formal bid before the August 31 deadline.

Gen Z leaders endorse former CJ for interim Nepal PM

Gen Z leaders endorse former CJ for interim Nepal PM

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

As anti-establishment protests led by Nepal's Gen Z continue across the country, youth leaders at the forefront of the demonstrations have stated that the widespread corruption and political stagnation were the core reasons behind their mass mobilisation against the government.

India Post suspends all mail services to US

India Post suspends all mail services to US

Rediff.com31 Aug 2025

India Post has suspended all mail operations to the US due to a lack of clarity regarding new customs regulations imposed by the US Customs Department. The suspension affects all categories of mail, including letters, documents, and gift items.

Can A Broken Heart Lead To A Heart Attack?

Can A Broken Heart Lead To A Heart Attack?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

While heartbreak is often seen as an emotional struggle, it is also known to cause headaches, nausea and vomiting, abdominal distress, weight gain or weight loss and could lead to a heart attack, warns Dr Rahul Bajaj.

H1B Visa Hike: Come Back Home, Say Experts

H1B Visa Hike: Come Back Home, Say Experts

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

'Returning Indians can leverage their international skills and the strong funding environment for start-ups here.'

AIFF, FSDL reach resolution; ISL could commence in Dec

AIFF, FSDL reach resolution; ISL could commence in Dec

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'The AIFF has agreed that: It will conduct an open, competitive and transparent tender (or equivalent process) for selection of a commercial partner to conduct the ISL in line with global best practices.'

India suspends postal services to US amid new customs rules

India suspends postal services to US amid new customs rules

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

Under an Executive Order issued by the US administration on July 30, 2025, goods valued above USD 100 will be subject to customs duties in America with effect from August 29 onwards.

'Lot of bidders' to sponsor Team India's new jersey

'Lot of bidders' to sponsor Team India's new jersey

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

BCCI's vice-president Rajiv Shukla said the Indian cricket team's new jersey sponsor will be finalised in the next two to three weeks.

'Umar Is Unshaken, Trusts Judiciary'

'Umar Is Unshaken, Trusts Judiciary'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

'This process is the punishment.' 'Once the trial starts, they know this fairy tale case will fall on its face. So they don't want to begin the trial.'

Voter Deletions: RaGa's Charges Vs ECI Rebuttal: Who's Right?

Voter Deletions: RaGa's Charges Vs ECI Rebuttal: Who's Right?

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Does voter deletion controversy expose critical gaps in ECI verification procedures and safeguards protecting electoral roll integrity?

Weaker Nations Get Used. Warning For India

Weaker Nations Get Used. Warning For India

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

'Trump does have a master plan in mind to put pressure on India with the additional tariff of 25 per cent to get Modi to persuade Russian President Vladimir Putin to freeze the Ukraine war.' 'It has not worked so far. By end-September only we'll know for sure the future trajectory of India's oil purchases from Russia,' observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Pune shooters miss flight after airport security 'delay'

Pune shooters miss flight after airport security 'delay'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

Security check 'delay' at Pune airport causes 6 shooters to miss flight to Goa tournament

How IoT is going to change India's audit ecosystem

How IoT is going to change India's audit ecosystem

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The International Organisation of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI) has adopted the 2026-28 Work Plan, which prioritises cybersecurity audits and remote audits using Internet of Things technologies, CAG said in a release on Friday. The work plan was adopted at the 34th Annual Meeting of INTOSAI Working Group on IT Audit (WGITA), which was held along with the 17th Steering Committee Meeting of the INTOSAI Knowledge Sharing Committee (KSC) in Hyderabad.

Lights, Flowers For Lord Ganesha

Lights, Flowers For Lord Ganesha

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Thank you, Dear Readers, for sharing your pictures of Lord Ganesha. Please continue to e-mail your pictures to getahead@rediff.co.in (My Lord Ganesha Pix) with your name, location and details about your Lord Ganesha and we will publish the best photographs on Rediff.