Buying a policy is only the beginning. Health insurance is a long-term commitment that needs regular review as your age, health needs and family circumstances change.
Researchers have outlined five crucial actions to help the world prepare for a potentially strongest-on-record El Nino, aiming to reduce its severe health consequences like infectious diseases, malnutrition, and heat-related conditions. These recommendations, published in The Lancet, emphasise a comprehensive risk overview and early preparatory measures.
Combine a robust base health plan with a super top-up, critical illness cover and a dedicated medical corpus to protect household finances from soaring treatment costs.
Anu Krishna, mind coach and co-founder of Unfear Changemakers, invites you to take this quiz to better understand your mental health.
'Tight hairbands pulled into a ponytail can cause hair fall,' warns rediffGURU Dr Deepa Suvarna, a paediatrician with 25 years of experience.
Here are nine lessons, one for each night of the Navratri festival, that can help any household think about protection clearly.
Clinical nutritionist Amreen Sheikh explains why sipping lemon water may provide hydration and reduce bloating, but may not help burn belly fat.
The directive comes amid concerns over steep mark-ups on medicines and medical consumables sold at hospital pharmacies.
On Saturday, October 3, Dubai's Crown Prince and UAE Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited Indian pilot Smit Machchhar, who is recuperating in a hospital after he was attacked mid-flight by his co-pilot.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain self-styled godman Asaram's plea challenging the Gujarat High Court's order denying him bail in the 2013 Gandhinagar rape case. Asaram, who is currently on parole granted by the Rajasthan High Court in another rape case, had sought bail to visit his ailing wife. The court noted his parole status and will hear his appeal against conviction in the Jodhpur case after his surrender on November 17.
Interventional cardiologist Dr Vijay Surase tells you how simple habits like sitting for too long or doomscrolling for hours can put your heart at risk.
Dr Nisha Pansare, fertility specialist at Nova IVF Fertility, explains why women should avoid desi Chinese, excessive caffeine and detox juices in order to have a safe and healthy pregnancy.
Marriage, childbirth, dependent parents and ageing increase the cover a person needs.
Billy Joel has provided a reassuring health update to fans, confirming he is 'okay' after undergoing brain surgery in September to address normal pressure hydrocephalus, a condition he was diagnosed with in 2025.
Yoga expert Pushpa R recommends these three yoga poses that will help you relax and ease the discomfort of frozen shoulder.
171 IIT student deaths by suicide or other unnatural causes have been recorded between January 2006 and September 2026. Of these, 120 were recorded between 2016 and September 2026, compared with 51 in the preceding decade.
We joke about our spouses all the time. Nobody jokes about the day the joking partner is gone, and the whole house turns very quiet, observes Binu Alex.
A nationwide survey by a Supreme Court-appointed panel reveals that 15% of higher education students felt overwhelmed or distressed, and 9% experienced suicidal thoughts in the past six months. The findings, part of an upcoming report, highlight deep-rooted social discrimination, academic pressures, and inadequate counselling services contributing to mental health concerns and rising student suicides in Indian Higher Educational Institutions.
The removal of Goods and Services Tax (GST) on individual health and life insurance has led to a significant increase in new policy purchases and higher coverage levels, despite an initial surge moderating, according to industry experts.
'Why should I think of giving up?'
'I particularly remember the scene in Musthafa, where his insight and understanding helped me immensely in bringing a certain nuance and depth to my performance.'
Presley Gerber passed away at a rehabilitation facility, with his cause of death currently undetermined as an autopsy is pending.
'93 lakhs deletions in Bengal, 96 lakhs in Tamil Nadu, 24 lakhs in Kerala, 77 lakhs in Gujarat, 45 lakhs in Madhya Pradesh, 44 lakhs in Rajasthan. 2.89 crores in Uttar Pradesh. Nearly 3 crores!'
Families, especially those with a history of these ailments, must prepare before an emergency strikes.
Listing, according to Noel Tata, will fundamentally change how the company and the group have been working over the past 150 years.
Considering fat grafting? Dr Shilpi Bhadani explains who a good candidate is, where fat transfer can be used, its risks and how long the results last.
Discover the latest movies and series hitting OTT platforms this week, like Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day, alongside a diverse array of K-dramas, Hindi films, and regional Indian content.
Health experts warn that rising temperatures could create a growing burden of silent and cumulative health stress across the population.
A career break does not erase the experience that came before it. But the labour market can act as though it does. The more women invest in building professional careers, the more costly an interruption can become. How, then, do we enable women to make a comeback? Whose responsibility is it? asks Radha Roy Biswas.
'Today, even the greatest artistes are guided by monetary impulses. For Hrishida, relationships mattered the most.'
Yoga may help improve digestion and reduce bloating by relaxing the body, reducing stress, and encouraging healthy movement of the digestive system, says rediffGURU Pushpa R, founder of Radiant Yoga Vibes.
Cardiologist Dr Vivek Mahajan explains the heart attack symptoms women often mistake for acidity, stress, menopause or fatigue, and when to seek help.
CDSCO has warned consumers against using two unauthorised Pakistani whitening creams after finding excessive heavy metals and regulatory violations.
JD-U MLA Anant Singh, a prominent 'strongman' in Bihar politics, has openly defied his party by campaigning for Jan Suraaj Party candidate Anuj Singh in the Patna Graduate constituency legislative council polls.
The best time to buy health insurance is when you don't think you need it.
Buyers should check their scope and triggers and whether they need such policies alongside their regular health insurance.
'Manoj Bajpayee is my enabler. Till Taandav nobody knew me, and for 10 years I was trying to make films. Manoj enters my life and suddenly, one after the other, I start getting opportunities.'
Here's decoding the fine print so that you know exactly what your health insurance policy covers, what it doesn't and the policy conditions that deserve your attention before you need to make a claim.
For a child who is six years old, one hour is the limit, says rediffGURU Dr Deepa Suvarna.
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands, the UN Secretary-General's Special Advocate for Financial Health, visited Mumbai to understand India's digital public infrastructure, including UPI and AI, in improving financial health for salaried individuals. She interacted with healthcare professionals and SalarySe leaders, praising India's advancements in financial inclusion and technology's role in empowering individuals.
