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10 Herbs For BEAUTIFUL Hair

10 Herbs For BEAUTIFUL Hair

Rediff.com27 Jul 2022

Nishita Suratkal explains how amla, methi and bhringaraj can help arrest hairfall and improve overall hair health.

India seen contributing 15% of global growth by FY26

India seen contributing 15% of global growth by FY26

Rediff.com19 Jan 2021

The ongoing key reforms such as sops for manufacturing, easier labour laws, wooing FDI inflows and privatisation will help improve productivity and support long-term growth at 7.5-8 per cent levels, which if played out well, can help India contribute 15 per cent of global GDP growth by FY2026, says a report. According to a report pencilled by the India economist at UBS Securities, Tanvee Gupta Jain, the country has the lowest manufacturing costs among peers, even though China retains significant ecosystem advantages and despite that India and Vietnam appear most likely to benefit from a shift out of China.

6 reasons why you must buy insurance

6 reasons why you must buy insurance

Rediff.com1 Feb 2016

Ignore insurance at your own risk

Moody's breaks 13-year jinx, upgrades India to 'Baa2'

Moody's breaks 13-year jinx, upgrades India to 'Baa2'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2017

The global ratings agency, however, cautioned that high debt burden remains a constraint on the country's credit profile.

Zomato, the new Infy for the new India

Zomato, the new Infy for the new India

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

Zomato has the potential to be an equally important milestone for Indian equity markets, notes Akash Prakash.

Why diabetics should eat more almonds

Why diabetics should eat more almonds

Rediff.com18 Nov 2018

Having 60 gm almonds a day helps maintain blood sugar levels and prevents cardio vascular diseases.

Banks should not feel threatened by fintech companies

Banks should not feel threatened by fintech companies

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

'There will be partnerships between banks and fintech firms, but there will also be areas where they will be direct competitors.'

Why Has RBI Scrapped Polymer Currency Notes Idea?

Why Has RBI Scrapped Polymer Currency Notes Idea?

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

The RBI has shelved its plan for polymer notes more than a decade after it invited interest from global manufacturers for one billion pieces of Rs 10 denomination polymer banknotes, reveals Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

ASK MF GURU: 'Want Rs 1 crore for my retirement'

ASK MF GURU: 'Want Rs 1 crore for my retirement'

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

Omkeshwar Singh, head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.

'Bad loans main pain area for resilient economy'

'Bad loans main pain area for resilient economy'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

Managing expectations is a challenge for policymakers.

Balanced funds can give you attractive returns

Balanced funds can give you attractive returns

Rediff.com25 Sep 2014

Investors with moderate risk profile and investment horizon of over three years could look at investing in balanced funds.

Foreign portfolio investors seek relief from LTCG tax

Foreign portfolio investors seek relief from LTCG tax

Rediff.com3 Feb 2018

'The introduction of a tax on LTCG will be a deterrent for foreign investors and could potentially result in a movement of trading activity away from India to other offshore jurisdictions such as Singapore, which offer better tax rates and sophisticated financial products.'

10 things no one will tell you about starting up

10 things no one will tell you about starting up

Rediff.com2 Feb 2021

Rohit Gawli, who co-founded The Lokal Kitchen in the lockdown, shares some interesting career lessons.

Farm laws repeal; eye on Presidential poll?

Farm laws repeal; eye on Presidential poll?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2021

In the unlikely event of the BJP-NDA losing all five states going to the polls in February-March, the Presidential electoral college numbers could be significantly altered, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

The secret to your health lies in your childhood

The secret to your health lies in your childhood

Rediff.com29 Mar 2018

Friendships developed as kids can actually benefit your health.

10 HOT courses for working professionals

10 HOT courses for working professionals

Rediff.com2 Dec 2020

Sanjeev Goel, business head, Manipal ProLearn, lists 10 courses that are currently most suitable for working professionals to upskill or reskill to ensure they remain of value in the job market and in future-ready organisations.

Spending too much time on the computer? Read this!

Spending too much time on the computer? Read this!

Rediff.com26 May 2018

How you can undo perils of too much screen time!

BharatPe: 'Why should I resign?'

BharatPe: 'Why should I resign?'

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

'At the first board meeting I chaired, I sensed that corporate governance is an issue in this company.' 'I started taking steps that may have aggrieved a few.' 'This has now become a mission I intend to accomplish before I step down.'

'We are at the beginning of a new bull cycle'

'We are at the beginning of a new bull cycle'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

'We expect the bull run to continue until economic growth continues.'

How RBI's tough rules impact audit companies

How RBI's tough rules impact audit companies

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

The central bank's tough new rules spell major changes in the competitive landscape for financial services audits.

How a few minutes of exercise can change your life

How a few minutes of exercise can change your life

Rediff.com24 Feb 2018

It has proved to be very beneficial for older people too.

COVAX urges equal recognition of WHO approved vaccines

COVAX urges equal recognition of WHO approved vaccines

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

Calling for 'equal recognition of vaccines', COVAX on Thursday urged all governments to recognise as 'fully vaccinated' those people who have received COVID-19 vaccines deemed safe by World Health Organisation, saying any move that restricts travel of people based on the vaccines they have received is 'counter-effective, both in spirit and outcome'.

10 Reasons Student Visas Get Rejected

10 Reasons Student Visas Get Rejected

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

As an applicant, you must understand there is a difference between getting an offer letter from a university and receiving a study visa, explains Ajay Sharma, president, and founder, Abhinav Immigration Services.

Morgan casts doubts on T20 World Cup going ahead as per schedule

Morgan casts doubts on T20 World Cup going ahead as per schedule

Rediff.com28 May 2020

Eoin Morgan said going ahead, Australia, which has reported just over 7,100 positive cases with more than 6500 recoveries and 103 deaths, would be weighing their options.

Some unhappy Yahoo investors asking AOL for rescue

Some unhappy Yahoo investors asking AOL for rescue

Rediff.com12 Nov 2014

Their move follows an activist campaign by hedge fund Starboard Value LP, which is pushing Yahoo to consider a deal with AOL and unlock Yahoo's valuable stakes in Asian Web companies.

RIM, the next big thing in Indian IT sector

RIM, the next big thing in Indian IT sector

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

RIM is expected to account for 43% of incremental IT services revenue growth

Small stocks score big in 2021; set to sail in 2022

Small stocks score big in 2021; set to sail in 2022

Rediff.com29 Dec 2021

Stock market minnows put up a stellar show in 2021 giving returns of up to 60 per cent amid Dalal Street dream run and are likely to continue sailing northwards in the New Year too. Trumping pandemic-induced uncertainties, the Indian equity market posted stunning gains this year achieving several feats and smaller stocks benefited the most from the strong momentum. From reaching the momentous 50,000-mark in January to scaling 61,000-level in October, the BSE Sensex had an epic journey this year.

How much is YES Bank stock worth?

How much is YES Bank stock worth?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

Foreign brokerages said if SBI decide to buy stake in the bank, they should buy it at Rs 1 per share as the net worth is hugely impaired.

ICMR to study effectiveness of BCG vaccine against COVID-19

ICMR to study effectiveness of BCG vaccine against COVID-19

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

Head of Epidemiology and Communicable diseases at the ICMR Dr Raman R Gangakhedkar said the apex health research body will begin a study on the effectiveness of the vaccine against coronavirus infection next week.

WHO says it has 'not yet' found source of coronavirus

WHO says it has 'not yet' found source of coronavirus

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

Dr Tedros said the team has concluded that leak from the Wuhan Institute of Virology as alleged by former US president Donald Trump is the "least likely hypothesis" but it requires further probe.

Beware! Indians are vulnerable to Zika virus: Study

Beware! Indians are vulnerable to Zika virus: Study

Rediff.com2 Sep 2016

High travel volumes from the disease affected areas in the America, presence of mosquitoes capable of transmitting the virus and limited health resources can lead to Zika virus.

Got two minutes to work out?

Got two minutes to work out?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

Two minutes of sprint interval exercise was sufficient to elicit similar responses as 30 minutes of continuous moderate-intensity aerobic exercise.

'This cycle will only break if a few high-profile issues 'bomb''

'This cycle will only break if a few high-profile issues 'bomb''

Rediff.com14 Sep 2021

'It really doesn't matter that investors getting allotments sell their IPO stock holdings on listing day because a new set of investors are entering.' 'This explains the continued rise in stock prices even after the first day of listing.'

Want to invest in foreign equities? Read this

Want to invest in foreign equities? Read this

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

To select the right platform, get the opinions of a few existing users or browse online for feedback. Select a platform that offers a seamless experience. Check that the platform you are going with is a regulated entity, suggests Sanjay Kumar Singh.

4 unhealthy habits that are damaging your liver

4 unhealthy habits that are damaging your liver

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

Your liver uses water to metabolise fats, and insufficient hydration will put stress on your liver, says Dr Ashish Singhal.

Kotak MF launches new scheme

Kotak MF launches new scheme

Rediff.com26 Apr 2006

LIC has invested Rs 55,000 cr in equity market

LIC has invested Rs 55,000 cr in equity market

Rediff.com9 Dec 2020

'In FY21, as of October, LIC has booked a profit of Rs 18,800 crore through sale of equities.'

How Mum-To-Be Kajal Aggarwal Stays Fit

How Mum-To-Be Kajal Aggarwal Stays Fit

Rediff.com3 Feb 2022

'During pregnancy, your body may tell you what it's feeling more acutely than during other phases of life, which is your body's way of adapting to protect your pregnancy.'

FM prods PSBs to implement 'Aatmanirbhar' relief package

FM prods PSBs to implement 'Aatmanirbhar' relief package

Rediff.com22 May 2020

The finance minister has emphasised on the quick disbursal of additional loans to MSMEs, to simplify process, formats and documentation.

Eating fruits, veggies, fish may reduce bone loss in women

Eating fruits, veggies, fish may reduce bone loss in women

Rediff.com29 Jan 2017

Ladies, take note!