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'China has caught us by the neck and we have no way to escape'

'China has caught us by the neck and we have no way to escape'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

'Indian entrepreneurs became traders for Chinese goods rather than producers of goods.'

Xiaomi to offer digital payments services in India

Xiaomi to offer digital payments services in India

Rediff.com20 Mar 2019

Consumers can effectively make payments using UPI and other debit cards, credit cards and internet banking across 120 banks and over 120 billers, Xiaomi said.

Bundelkhand a victim of BJP's India shining politics: Rahul

Bundelkhand a victim of BJP's India shining politics: Rahul

Rediff.com24 Oct 2013

Slamming the Bharatiya Janata Party for its "politics of India Shining," Rahul Gandhi on Thursday reached out to the poor and rural youths in Bundelkhand, hard-selling the United Progressive Alliance's flagship schemes of food security, land acquisition and job guarantee programme Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act.

Noodle crisis: Labelling dispute lands Nestle in hot water

Noodle crisis: Labelling dispute lands Nestle in hot water

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

Nestle now has less than two weeks to convince the regulator why product approval for its noodles should not be withdrawn

Modinomics Ain't Right. It's Hindu-Left

Modinomics Ain't Right. It's Hindu-Left

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

It is in no way a government of the economic Right. The Right is limited to religion and nationalism. The rest is as Left as the Congress or any other party, observes Shekhar Gupta.

The Girl Who Flew Across The World

The Girl Who Flew Across The World

Rediff.com18 Aug 2022

'I've always wanted to be a pilot; setting records is the icing on the cake.'

Why you must avoid salads and fish in the monsoon

Why you must avoid salads and fish in the monsoon

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

This is the breeding season for fish, which means you are at risk of eating fish with eggs, which may lead to food poisoning, warns Delnaaz Chanduwadia.

Diesel at 100!!!

Diesel at 100!!!

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

'The question often being asked is whether the demand for petrol and diesel is price inelastic?' asks Arun Balakrishnan, former chairman and managing director, Hindustan Petroleum.

'India had some of the best jewellery in the world'

'India had some of the best jewellery in the world'

Rediff.com27 May 2022

Suneet Varma discusses his fondness for jewellery, his newly-minted role as a jewellery designer, and why he'd like people to reconsider their love for gold jewellery.

DEAR ROOPASHREE: My cough won't stop, please help

DEAR ROOPASHREE: My cough won't stop, please help

Rediff.com23 Apr 2021

Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma answers your health queries.

60-year old, but Fevicol ads are as quirky as ever

60-year old, but Fevicol ads are as quirky as ever

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

Fevicol has played with its advertising to convert an adhesive, a product that bore none of the glamour and glitz of consumer goods, into a loved and recalled brand.

Govt releases 5 survey reports but holds back study it junked

Govt releases 5 survey reports but holds back study it junked

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

The government's decision to release the reports comes two days after over 200 scholars from across the globe issued a statement demanding release of all withheld reports produced by the NSO, including the household consumer expenditure survey that was junked.

Fighting COVID-19: Disinfect shared spaces regularly

Fighting COVID-19: Disinfect shared spaces regularly

Rediff.com13 May 2020

London based Dr Mithileysh Sathiyanarayanan, 29 offers his advice on keeping the virus away.

It's raining IPOs: New filings could cross 100 in 2021

It's raining IPOs: New filings could cross 100 in 2021

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

It's raining IPOs, with eight issues hitting the market in a span of six days. However, the pace of new filings points to a deluge during the latter part of the year. So far this year, 58 companies have filed their draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with the market regulator for initial public offerings (IPOs), exceeding the combined tally of 50 in the last two years. Industry participants said the filing count could cross 100 this year, setting a new benchmark in terms of amount mobilised in a calendar year.

4 simple ways you can detox at home

4 simple ways you can detox at home

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

Start the day with a glass of warm water, lemon, and a teaspoon of honey.

Onion prices fall 40 pc in a week at Lasalgaon mandi

Onion prices fall 40 pc in a week at Lasalgaon mandi

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Data from the Nashik-based National Horticultural Research and Development Foundation showed that onion was trading at at Rs 24 a kg on Tuesday in the benchmark Lasalgaon mandi in Nashik district of Maharashtra. That's a fall of four per cent since Monday and 40 per cent from Rs 40 a kg on January 20, a level not seen since November 6, 2019. It continues to sell at Rs 40-44 a kg in retail markets across the country.

The Dangerous Ploy of Poll Freebies

The Dangerous Ploy of Poll Freebies

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

The culture of freebies burdens coming generations with the huge bill for the flagrant abuse of power by preceding governments, points out Virendra Kapoor.

If Amul's for butter, will Licious be for meat?

If Amul's for butter, will Licious be for meat?

Rediff.com16 Jun 2018

With India already having a huge population of meat eaters and about 70 per cent of the people being non-vegetarian, Indian entrepreneurs are hotting up the online meat market.

J-K plans mythological theme park near Vaishno Devi shrine

J-K plans mythological theme park near Vaishno Devi shrine

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

The Jammu and Kashmir administration is planning to set up India's best mythological theme park near the famous Vaishno Devi shrine in Reasi district and has sought investors for the project, officials said.

Delhi Smog: Can a clear solution be found?

Delhi Smog: Can a clear solution be found?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

'You can't consume clean air if you won't pay for it just because it's a 30-day problem,' says T C A Srinivasa-Raghavan.

WFH Effect: Gadgets to make kitchen work easier

WFH Effect: Gadgets to make kitchen work easier

Rediff.com28 Jul 2020

>Gadgets that make kitchen work easier and faster have gained momentum in the lockdown.

How to prepare for a marathon: Tips for first timers

How to prepare for a marathon: Tips for first timers

Rediff.com28 Dec 2018

Follow these techniques to avoid injuries and enjoy your first run.

#Poha on your mind? Read on!

#Poha on your mind? Read on!

Rediff.com24 Jan 2020

As the well-known breakfast snack is trending, we decided to bring you a couple of popular poha recipes from different states across India.

Mouthwatering food pix to lift your Friday mood

Mouthwatering food pix to lift your Friday mood

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

Hemantkumar Shivsharan is making the most of the lockdown with these tempting home cooked meals.

After Maggi, vegetables and milk to be tested for adulteration

After Maggi, vegetables and milk to be tested for adulteration

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

Studies have shown that milk is the most common form of adulteration in India

Another proof that 2nd Covid wave is creating havoc

Another proof that 2nd Covid wave is creating havoc

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

Auto-debit payment bounces have gone up for the second consecutive month in May, emphasising the stress building up due to a halt in economic activities as authorities lock down various parts of the country to stop the spread of the virus in the second wave. According to the National Automated Clearing House (NACH) data, in May, of the 85.7 million transactions initiated, 35.91 per cent, or 30.8 million transactions, failed.

Maha portfolios: Ajit Pawar gets finance; Aaditya tourism

Maha portfolios: Ajit Pawar gets finance; Aaditya tourism

Rediff.com5 Jan 2020

With this allocation of portfolios, the Sharad Pawar-led NCP has got most of the 'plum' ministries.

How quinoa became the world's fave superfood

How quinoa became the world's fave superfood

Rediff.com27 Oct 2020

Quinoa is said to play a role in the treatment of as many as 20-odd ailments, including liver problems, angina, notes Surinder Sud.

World Environment Day: What you can do

World Environment Day: What you can do

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

Grow plants at home. Save water. Avoid plastic.

Guess who Manoj Bajpayee's Chellam sir is!

Guess who Manoj Bajpayee's Chellam sir is!

Rediff.com3 Jul 2021

'One of the three directors from The Family Man -- Suparn Verma -- is my real life Chellam Sir.' 'He is somebody who has the answers to everything, so I call him anytime.'

Clean Ganga project has a long way to go

Clean Ganga project has a long way to go

Rediff.com5 Jun 2021

'There will always be hiccups given that the Namami Gange programme is spread over different sectors and involves several agencies.'

High blood pressure? Try the DASH diet!

High blood pressure? Try the DASH diet!

Rediff.com17 May 2019

The DASH diet is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy foods

Bird flu outbreak reported in 7 states now

Bird flu outbreak reported in 7 states now

Rediff.com9 Jan 2021

Besides Uttar Pradesh, the other six states where bird flu is confirmed are Kerala, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana and Gujarat.

Unravelling what awaits us in 2022

Unravelling what awaits us in 2022

Rediff.com13 Jan 2022

As the industrial era wanes, the network era looms, notes Ajit Balakrishnan.

How diabetics can stay FIT during the lockdown

How diabetics can stay FIT during the lockdown

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

Do not skip meals. Avoid white bread, pastries during the lockdown.

Must read: At 68, THIS is how Narendra Modi stays fit!

Must read: At 68, THIS is how Narendra Modi stays fit!

Rediff.com25 Apr 2019

The Indian prime minister swears by Ayurveda, castor oil and mustard oil for treating common health problems.

Can fennel seeds help you lose weight?

Can fennel seeds help you lose weight?

Rediff.com20 Jan 2019

It also prevents acne, purifies blood and helps cure indigestion.

ASK KOMAL: How do I stop eating rice?

ASK KOMAL: How do I stop eating rice?

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

Chapati in addition provides fibre from whole grain cereal whereas rice is a refined cereal, without fibre content, says Komal Jethmalani.

10 Tips to make Your Meals Healthy

10 Tips to make Your Meals Healthy

Rediff.com20 Jul 2021

A plain dal-chawal can be turned into a wholesome set meal bowl of veggies, seeds, lentils, rice and herbs when tweaked, suggests Radhika Iyer. Talati.

Want to fight for your health? How you can begin

Want to fight for your health? How you can begin

Rediff.com7 Feb 2021

Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma tells you how you can use natural methods to improve your health.