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Minor's assault: Delhi CM announces Rs 10 lakh aid

Minor's assault: Delhi CM announces Rs 10 lakh aid

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

Kejriwal said the girl has suffered serious internal injuries.

Dera chief's sentencing in murder case deferred till Oct 18

Dera chief's sentencing in murder case deferred till Oct 18

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

The special court had convicted them on Friday in the murder case of a Dera manager, Ranjit Singh.

'Mumma, why is it that boys stand and pee?'

'Mumma, why is it that boys stand and pee?'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

What does one do when their children ask that 'dreadful' question?

Semenya files appeal to Swiss supreme court

Semenya files appeal to Swiss supreme court

Rediff.com29 May 2019

Olympic 800 metres champion Caster Semenya has filed an appeal to Switzerland's highest court against a ruling to uphold rules requiring that middle-distance female athletes with a high natural level of testosterone must take medication to reduce it.

Over 30% women from 14 states back men beating wives: Survey

Over 30% women from 14 states back men beating wives: Survey

Rediff.com28 Nov 2021

According to NHFS-5, over 75 per cent women justified men beating their wives in three states -- Telangana (84 per cent), Andhra Pradesh (84 per cent) and Karnataka (77 per cent).

Does menopause affect your sex life?

Does menopause affect your sex life?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2016

A recent study decodes the link between declining sexual activity and menopause.

COVID-19 effect on healthcare may kill 6,000 kids daily: UNICEF

COVID-19 effect on healthcare may kill 6,000 kids daily: UNICEF

Rediff.com14 May 2020

As the coronavirus outbreak enters its fifth month, the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) requested $1.6 billion to support its humanitarian response for children impacted by the pandemic. The health crisis is 'quickly becoming a child rights crisis. And without urgent action, a further 6,000 under-fives could die each day', it said.

Bill to increase marriageable age of women sent to select committee

Bill to increase marriageable age of women sent to select committee

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

Opposition members hit out at the government for the introduction of the bill in a 'hurry' and 'without any consultation with stakeholders'.

Once criminality goes, stigma against LGBTQ will also go: SC on Section 377

Once criminality goes, stigma against LGBTQ will also go: SC on Section 377

Rediff.com12 Jul 2018

Observing that an environment has been created in the Indian society over the years that has led to deep-rooted discrimination against the community, a five-judge constitution bench, hearing petitions seeking decriminalisation of 158-year-old colonial law under Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code, said discrimination against such people has also adversely impacted their mental health.

Stop using the Internet for self-diagnosis right now!

Stop using the Internet for self-diagnosis right now!

Rediff.com28 Oct 2017

Here's how self-diagnosis using the Internet is harmful.

5 lessons from USA's first bisexual beauty queen

5 lessons from USA's first bisexual beauty queen

Rediff.com4 Feb 2020

Miss Utah 2020 Rachel Slawson is busting stereotypes while raising awareness about mental health, body issues and self love.

Ex-TERI chief R K Pachauri passes away at 79

Ex-TERI chief R K Pachauri passes away at 79

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

Pachauri was admitted to Escorts Heart Institute in the national capital where he underwent open heart surgery and was put on life support on Tuesday, sources said.

How can schools reopen safely? UN agencies lay down guidelines

How can schools reopen safely? UN agencies lay down guidelines

Rediff.com6 May 2020

The guidelines note that while there is not enough evidence yet to measure the impact of school closures on the disease transmission rates, the adverse effects of school closures on children's safety and learning are well documented. Gains made in increasing access to children's education in recent decades risk being lost and, in the worse cases, reversed completely.

Human Review

Human Review

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

Human presents an ugly truth -- that some people need to die a painful death in order to facilitate the process of finding a cure for deadly diseases, observes Utkarsh Mishra.

Are these actresses more deserving than Kangana?

Are these actresses more deserving than Kangana?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2021

Sukanya Verma looks at a few other contenders from Bollywood movies who gave really, really good performances.

Available now: A 'female Viagra', but it comes with a warning

Available now: A 'female Viagra', but it comes with a warning

Rediff.com19 Aug 2015

The first drug to treat low sexual desire in premenopausal women, dubbed "female Viagra", has been approved in the United States, but with a warning about potentially dangerous side effects such as severe low blood pressure and fainting.

Why the first time is important and more sex news

Why the first time is important and more sex news

Rediff.com3 Feb 2013

Welcome to the sex and health news round up where we bring you the latest from in-between the sheets.

The BEST ACTRESSES of 2021

The BEST ACTRESSES of 2021

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

Here are Sukanya Verma's favourite female performances of 2021.

ASK ANU: 'Boyfriend alleges I'm cheating on him'

ASK ANU: 'Boyfriend alleges I'm cheating on him'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

'Woman with self-respect will die if raped': Kerala Cong chief's shocker

'Woman with self-respect will die if raped': Kerala Cong chief's shocker

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

"One can understand when a woman is raped once. But what if she repeatedly says it. A woman with self respect will either die by suicide after she is raped or try not to be sexually assaulted again."

Semenya loses appeal against CAS ruling over testosterone regulations

Semenya loses appeal against CAS ruling over testosterone regulations

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

Double Olympic 800 metres champion Caster Semenya has lost her appeal to the Swiss Federal Tribunal (SFT) to set aside a 2019 Court of Arbitration (CAS) ruling that female athletes with high natural testosterone levels must take medication to reduce it.

Here's how you can get 20% more sex

Here's how you can get 20% more sex

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

Looks like there's no smoke without fire!

10 AMAZING Stories from Across The World

10 AMAZING Stories from Across The World

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

Aseem Chhabra brings you the Best of the Berlinale.

Is your heart strong enough for sex?

Is your heart strong enough for sex?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2017

1 in 100 men and 1 in 1,000 women experience sudden cardiac arrest during sexual activity.

Sexting isn't a gateway to sex

Sexting isn't a gateway to sex

Rediff.com24 May 2017

There is no harm in sexting, a new study has ruled.

The long fight against Section 377

The long fight against Section 377

Rediff.com6 Sep 2018

Timeline of events relating to proceedings on the issue.

'Sex CD' row: K'taka ministers say moved court to prevent smear campaign

'Sex CD' row: K'taka ministers say moved court to prevent smear campaign

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

Karnataka Ministers, who moved a court in Bengaluru seeking injunction against the media from publishing or airing anything 'defamatory or unauthenticated' against them, on Saturday said it was a precautionary measure against a 'big political conspiracy' targetting them.

Why the Zika virus is causing alarm

Why the Zika virus is causing alarm

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

Global health officials are racing to better understand the Zika virus behind a major outbreak that began in Brazil last year and has spread to many countries in the Americas.

PIX: Sex industry resumes in the new normal

PIX: Sex industry resumes in the new normal

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

Sex workers around the world are the hardest hit in these times of social distancing.

New Zealand athletes given warnings on Zika

New Zealand athletes given warnings on Zika

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

New Zealand's Olympic athletes and officials have been warned of the risk associated with the Zika virus on Friday, including the possibility that it could be sexually transmitted.

Unnao victim's dying declaration strong evidence: UP DGP

Unnao victim's dying declaration strong evidence: UP DGP

Rediff.com10 Dec 2019

The girl was set ablaze by 5 men, 2 of whom had raped her. She died a day later. DGP says the case will be tried in fast-track court and a strong chargesheet will be field.

'I'm not afraid of my darker side'

'I'm not afraid of my darker side'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

'My darker side is super dark and I'm not afraid of it.'

9 WARNING Signs Your Teen Is Suicidal

9 WARNING Signs Your Teen Is Suicidal

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

Quite often, you'd see teens not taking a bath for days or ignoring self-care prior to their self-harm attempts.

Kim is alive, but is he well enough to rule North Korea?

Kim is alive, but is he well enough to rule North Korea?

Rediff.com4 May 2020

'What if Kim is alive as the latest reappearance suggests, but unable to rule?' 'Will his sister be installed as the leader to continue with the Kims's hereditary dynasty that began with the present ruler's grandfather?' asks Dr Rajaram Panda.

Long Covid has more than 200 symptoms: Study

Long Covid has more than 200 symptoms: Study

Rediff.com15 Jul 2021

The most common symptoms were fatigue, post-exertional malaise -- worsening of symptoms after physical or mental exertion -- and cognitive dysfunction, often called brain fog.

Your sex life is as old as you feel you are

Your sex life is as old as you feel you are

Rediff.com1 Jun 2017

Feeling young at heart may increase those between-the-sheet sessions, a study has revealed.

How To Deal With Unfaithful Partners

How To Deal With Unfaithful Partners

Rediff.com25 Feb 2022

Accepting that your partner has cheated on you is a powerful symbol of mercy, restraint and goodwill. By moving forward, a person grows larger, moving on positively, highlights Kanchan Rai, mental and emotional wellbeing coach and founder of Let Us Talk.

On this Women's Day, let us Indians learn to respect women!

On this Women's Day, let us Indians learn to respect women!

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

'Sexual violence against women is not something unique to India but in our parts the victim must also have to contend with other burdens. Such as the notion of 'honour' and its loss,' says Aakar Patel.

'Guru Dutt tried to end his life several times'

'Guru Dutt tried to end his life several times'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

'It was only after he passed away that the family realised he was crying for help.'

India will beat China to become world's largest employer

India will beat China to become world's largest employer

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

A report published in British journal The Lancet reckons India's working population will surpass China's in the mid-2020s.