This Mother's Day, we want to hear your story. Not the big, obvious moments, but that one small, unforgettable anecdote that made you pause and think, "This is why my mom is different."
While being in an air-conditioned room can make you feel pleasant and comfortable, it also has its disadvantages, says Dr Manjusha Agarwal, consultant-internal medicine at Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai.
Odisha Police have arrested two education department officers and a school teacher in Bargarh district for allegedly sexually harassing a woman, leading to legal and administrative action.
The Iran war has brought notice to the countries that are heavily invested in US Treasury bonds. Iran considers them US allies.
The scorching summer heat is frying these Indian towns and cities.
NEET2Seat is an AI-powered platform that helps students predict ranks, shortlist colleges, and plan their counselling strategy using data-driven insights instead of guesswork.
A new study reveals that individuals who struggle with identifying and describing emotions may experience increased disruption to daily activities due to pain, stemming from heightened psychological distress.
The Supreme Court has taken exception to AIIMS' plea to set aside its order allowing a 15-year-old rape survivor to terminate her 30-week pregnancy, urging the Centre to amend the law to permit abortion beyond 20 weeks in such cases.
Airfares to Southeast Asia have surged 25 to 30 per cent, driven by high demand and limited airline seat capacity.
The couple had stopped on their way to a relative's house due to the intense heat when two men allegedly approached them. The accused allegedly assaulted the fiance, held him captive and raped the woman for three hours.
China is significantly expanding its nuclear power sector, aiming to become a global leader by 2030. The country has the capacity to construct up to 50 nuclear reactors simultaneously, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
A 60-year-old man died after allegedly being attacked by a woman at a tribal settlement in Kottathara, Palakkad. Police have arrested a relative of the deceased in connection with the incident.
The Supreme Court questioned a woman's sexual assault claim against her former live-in partner, highlighting the consensual nature of their relationship and the absence of a marriage bond.
High levels of ultraviolet (UV) radiation have been recorded across Kerala, prompting warnings from the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA). Residents are advised to take precautions to avoid prolonged exposure, especially during peak hours.
Maheshgiri alias Mahesh Dilip Kakde, who claimed to have divine powers, allegedly told them that she had been affected by 'Karni' (black magic) and asked them to perform certain rituals, an official said.
A vehicle carrying thousands of weight loss and diabetes injections was seized in Gurugram during a raid by the Drug Control Department.
The last date for candidates who qualified JEE Main 2026 to register for JEE Advanced is May 2, 2026. Fee payment should be completed by May 4, 2026 to be eligible for the exam.
The Indian government is actively developing a policy for flex-fuel vehicle adoption and aiming for 100 per cent ethanol blending in petrol to enhance energy self-reliance, particularly in light of supply disruptions from the West Asia conflict.
rediffGURU Chocko Valliappa, founder and CEO of Vee Technologies, tells young aspirants how they can make an informed career choice.
The Sports Authority of India (SAI), in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), conducted a workshop on Good Clinical Practice (GCP) to strengthen ethical sports science research.
UN experts have voiced serious concerns regarding the ongoing abduction and forced religious conversion through marriage of women and girls from minority communities in Pakistan, highlighting that impunity is fuelling the practice.
A new study suggests the mechanical load from the constant beating of the heart may suppress cancer cell growth, offering insights into why heart cancer is rare. Researchers found that cellular pathways in heart tissues alter gene regulation in cancer cells, preventing proliferation.
'A healthy marriage is all about trust and good communication,' counsels rediffGURU Dr Upneet Kaur, a therapist and marriage counsellor.
Which countries possess populations of people with the most self-love?
A 27-year-old man was allegedly charred to death in Bengaluru after his girlfriend set him on fire at her house. Police suspect the murder was premeditated, as the woman believed he had been avoiding her.
The Rajasthan State Human Rights Commission has ordered a statewide safety review of sports infrastructure in schools after an eight-year-old boy died in an accident at a school in Udaipur.
Two individuals have been arrested in Kerala for sharing a WhatsApp poster depicting Lord Krishna with a non-vegetarian dish, sparking outrage and prompting police intervention.
An 11-year-old boy was allegedly thrown into a burning tandoor (clay oven) for eating rasgullas during a wedding ceremony in Basti district of Uttar Pradesh. The child sustained severe burns and is currently hospitalised.
A local court in Nashik has denied interim protection from arrest to a TCS employee, Danish Shaikh, in a case related to alleged sexual harassment and forcible conversion at the company's local unit. The court cited serious criminal antecedents against the accused and the wide social repercussions of the alleged offence.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman convened a high-level meeting with bank heads to assess cybersecurity risks linked to advanced AI models, following concerns over Anthropic's Claude Mythos system and its potential impact on financial data security.
rediffGURU Radheshyam Zanwar, founder of Zanwar Classes, suggests how to pick the best engineering college and course in India after class 12.
A first-year BTech student at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra, allegedly attempted suicide, police said. This incident follows the death of another student by suicide on the same campus, marking the fourth such incident in recent months. The student is currently stable and under medical care.
Jaipur police have arrested four men for allegedly molesting a woman on a motorcycle after a video of the incident circulated widely on social media, sparking public outrage.
Amid growing international instability, folks all over the world are wondering if there is any country that can be considered a secure refuge, should this conflict expand into a larger war, drawing in many more nations.
A caste survey conducted in Telangana reveals that certain communities, such as Iyengers/Iyers, report the highest rates of inter-caste marriages, indicating a weakening of social barriers and increased social mobility.
In which area of Indian life are women not running the show?
Police in Kerala are investigating a sexual harassment allegation made by a woman who was injured in a road accident and subsequently assisted by a local man. The woman claims the man sexually harassed her while she was being transported to the hospital.
The Kiran Pratibha Scholarship 2026 is an opportunity provided by the Kiran Foundation to students who have passed Class 8 or are at least 14 years of age.
'Fatigue is the body's most honest signal, not that you're doing too little (in terms of exercise and diet) but that something deeper isn't working the way it should,' says Ritesh Bawri, founder and chief science officer at wellness platform Nira Balance.
Mayank Chandel, founder of CareerStreets, answers some of the common questions about how you can fix basic mistakes while submitting your JEE and NEET-UG application.
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