News for 'Toxic'

Britain announces new steps to help banks

Britain announces new steps to help banks

Rediff.com19 Jan 2009

Unveiling the measures, Chancellor of Exchequer, Alistair Darling said the measures were needed because if the banking system collapsed, the economy 'would come down with it'. The measures include a scheme to offer insurance against banks losing more money from the toxic debt that started the credit crunch.

Bhanu Sahni: 'Ukraine is my second homeland'

Bhanu Sahni: 'Ukraine is my second homeland'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

'We feel betrayed by the West.'

Joji: The Mundane Disarranged by a Heart of Darkness

Joji: The Mundane Disarranged by a Heart of Darkness

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

With Joji, Dileesh Pothan has found a way, once more, to use everything he has learnt to further push the boundaries of his art, observes Sreehari Nair.

ASK ANU: 'He blamed me for losing her'

ASK ANU: 'He blamed me for losing her'

Rediff.com16 May 2022

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

Why Brand Jet collapsed after 25 years

Why Brand Jet collapsed after 25 years

Rediff.com10 May 2019

A mix of financial and strategic mistakes combined with poor expectations of the management are the reasons for the downfall of Indian airlines. For Jet, the deathly potion was even more toxic on account of the bitter squabbles between promoter Naresh Goyal and strategic partner Etihad Airways.

Slowdown: Is there an end in sight?

Slowdown: Is there an end in sight?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

The Economic Survey seems convinced that 2019-2020 saw the bottom of the economic cycle, points out Abheek Barua, chief economist, HDFC Bank.

5 steps to cure India's banking system

5 steps to cure India's banking system

Rediff.com22 May 2018

Bankers pay a small price for their misdeeds, no matter how large the cost to their banks or to the economy at large, says TT Ram Mohan.

In 5 hours, Bengaluru receives highest rain in 127 years

In 5 hours, Bengaluru receives highest rain in 127 years

Rediff.com16 Aug 2017

Rains from Monday night to Tuesday morning flooded major roads and drainage water entered houses in low-lying areas.

From Bhopal to Bhilai: Major gas leak mishaps in India

From Bhopal to Bhilai: Major gas leak mishaps in India

Rediff.com7 May 2020

Here are other gas leaks that made headlines in the last few years:

Jaguar cars can 'purify' air! CSE slams comment

Jaguar cars can 'purify' air! CSE slams comment

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

'Air they suck in is far dirtier than the air which comes out of it.'

Will take lesser time than Beijing to improve air: Javadekar

Will take lesser time than Beijing to improve air: Javadekar

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

There is a relation between pollution and climate change, the environment minister said, adding that 40 per cent of India's total power capacity will come from renewable sources before 2030.

Japan or Environment: What is US priority?

Japan or Environment: What is US priority?

Rediff.com31 Jul 2021

Bibhu Prasad Routray explains why the US is supporting Japan's resolve to release 'treated' radioactive waste water into the Pacific Ocean. And what role China plays in the US decision.

George Floyd death: F1 drivers speak out after Hamilton rap

George Floyd death: F1 drivers speak out after Hamilton rap

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

'Tolerance is an elementary principle of our team and we are enriched by diversity in all its forms.'

CISF personnel dies, files gutted in fire at Delhi's CGO complex

CISF personnel dies, files gutted in fire at Delhi's CGO complex

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

Twenty-five tenders were rushed to the spot to douse the fire.

Review: Dil Juunglee recycles rotten ideas of romance

Review: Dil Juunglee recycles rotten ideas of romance

Rediff.com9 Mar 2018

'Just when it looks our film-making is moving away from idolising toxic archetypes for the sake of romantic fulfillment, Aleya Sen's Dil Juunglee comes along and squashes it in entirety,' says Sukanya Verma.

Heroin, alcohol caused Cory Monteith's death: report

Heroin, alcohol caused Cory Monteith's death: report

Rediff.com17 Jul 2013

The Glee star passed away in his hotel room on July 13.

Delhi fire: Building had just one door, stored combustible material

Delhi fire: Building had just one door, stored combustible material

Rediff.com8 Dec 2019

Dense toxic smoke from burning sewing machines, plastic toys and boxes, rexin rolls, plastic wrappers, card boards, packaging material and garments had engulfed the building, making it difficult to conduct rescue operations, firefighters said.

Modi govt forced Pakistan to talk peace

Modi govt forced Pakistan to talk peace

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

'Under National Security Advisor Ajit Kumar Doval and now Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat, India began to actively work on Pakistani internal faultlines with a possibility of the break-up of Pakistan as the only solution,' observes Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Phantom Thread Review: Daniel Day-Lewis signs off with a masterpiece

Phantom Thread Review: Daniel Day-Lewis signs off with a masterpiece

Rediff.com2 Feb 2018

Phantom Thread is the most wrong, most real, most riveting portrait of toxic love you're likely to witness in a long, long time, feels Sukanya Verma.

Money troubles in your marriage: 3 Tips For You

Money troubles in your marriage: 3 Tips For You

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

'When money has taken up almost all your space in the relationship, it is time to act,' advises marriage coach Leena Paranjpe.

Human clinical trials for COVID-19 vaccine initiated in India: ICMR

Human clinical trials for COVID-19 vaccine initiated in India: ICMR

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

Since India is one of the largest vaccine producers in the world, it is the country's 'moral responsibility' to fast-track vaccine development process to break the chain of coronavirus transmission, ICMR Director General Dr Balram Bhargava said referring to the two vaccine candidates developed indigenously.

5 easy tips to save your marriage

5 easy tips to save your marriage

Rediff.com25 Jan 2018

Respect yourself first!

'I am a simple desi girl'

'I am a simple desi girl'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2021

Watch out for dancing sensation Amy Aela.

Rhea Chakraborty celebrates Sushant's birthday

Rhea Chakraborty celebrates Sushant's birthday

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

It's raining birthdays on social media!

Trump suggests injecting disinfectant as COVID-19 treatment

Trump suggests injecting disinfectant as COVID-19 treatment

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

Trump also raised the possibility of using light to combat the deadly viral infection.

India's COVID-19 lockdown brings clean air, blue skies

India's COVID-19 lockdown brings clean air, blue skies

Rediff.com23 Apr 2020

Less than six months ago, Delhi was gasping for breath. Authorities said air quality had reached "unbearable levels". Schools were shut, flights were diverted, and people were asked to wear masks, avoid polluted areas and keep doors and windows closed. But during the lockdown that began on Mar 22, the concentration of poisonous PM2.5 particles in a cubic metre of air averaged at 44.18, according to a Reuters analysis of government data, indicating a rare "good" rating, the safest level on the scale.

Can nail polish cause cancer?

Can nail polish cause cancer?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2017

Some of the chemicals used in nail polish are toxic and can harm your body.

Why we need to pay more for the water we use

Why we need to pay more for the water we use

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

'We have severely under-invested in waste water treatment.' 'We charge for water a minimal amount and we don't charge anything extra for providing sewerage service.' 'As a result, every water entity is cash-strapped.'

Is this Indian Covid vaccine better than Pfizer's?

Is this Indian Covid vaccine better than Pfizer's?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2020

India's first mRNA platform-based vaccine will remain stable at 2-8 degrees Celsius while Pfizer-BioNTech's vaccine needs minus 70 degrees Celsius and Moderna vaccine can remain stable for six months at minus 20 degrees Celsius, reports Sohini Das.

Djokovic on vaccinations and tennis amid the pandemic

Djokovic on vaccinations and tennis amid the pandemic

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

Following is a list of quotes from the 17-times Grand Slam champion on tennis, the pandemic, vaccines and more:

Your toothpaste can fight lung disease

Your toothpaste can fight lung disease

Rediff.com21 May 2018

A common antibacterial substance found in toothpaste may combat life-threatening diseases such as cystic fibrosis, or CF, when combined with an already FDA-approved drug.

31 years on, horrors of the Bhopal Gas tragedy continue

31 years on, horrors of the Bhopal Gas tragedy continue

Rediff.com2 Dec 2015

Gas affected areas in Bhopal are still bereft of basic amenities.

This Holi stay away from these colours

This Holi stay away from these colours

Rediff.com1 Mar 2007

"One should stay away from silver and red colours because they are more toxic. These colours are carcinogenic. They are metal oxides," Dr R K Joshi, consultant dermatologist in Apollo Indraprastha Hospital, told PTI.

Pollution levels peak on Diwali, air quality 'severe'

Pollution levels peak on Diwali, air quality 'severe'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2019

A thin layer of toxic haze hung over Delhi in the morning and the overall air quality index stood at 313 at 9 am. It continued its upward trend and was recorded at 337 at 1 pm.

ASK ANU: 'My wife was in a relationship. I'm devastated'

ASK ANU: 'My wife was in a relationship. I'm devastated'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2021

Mental health and life coach Anu Krishna offers advice on how to take control of your life.

Why CBI went after Sebi officers for Saradha, not Sahara

Why CBI went after Sebi officers for Saradha, not Sahara

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

It is intriguing that the CBI has shown little interest in the most scandalous and biggest collective investment scheme ever, from the Sahara group, asserts Debashis Basu.

The birth of an unlikely hero

The birth of an unlikely hero

Rediff.com19 Mar 2020

'Suffering has no religion,' an Uber driver tells Geetanjali Krishna.

Pakistan slams India over 'discriminatory' citizenship bill

Pakistan slams India over 'discriminatory' citizenship bill

Rediff.com10 Dec 2019

Pakistan Foreign Office in a statement said the latest legislation by the Indian government was another major step towards the realisation of the concept of "Hindu Rashtra.