News for 'april 7 world health day'

Not making false ads, give us death sentence if found guilty: Patanjali

Not making false ads, give us death sentence if found guilty: Patanjali

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

The company further said, "We humbly respect the Supreme Court of India and if we make false advertisements or propaganda, we would not have any objections if honourable court imposes a fine of crores or even give us a death sentence."

Understanding 'waiting period' in health insurance

Understanding 'waiting period' in health insurance

Rediff.com13 May 2016

Health insurers incorporate conditions like Waiting Period in their offerings to prevent customers from taking undue advantage of a service that is essential.

Reports of Jaitley's deteriorating health false: Govt

Reports of Jaitley's deteriorating health false: Govt

Rediff.com26 May 2019

'Reports in a section of media regarding Union Minister Shri Arun Jaitley's health condition are false and baseless. Media is advised to stay clear of rumour mongering,' Government Spokesman Sitanshu Kar tweeted.

What's Kajal Celebrating?

What's Kajal Celebrating?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

What are these Bollywood stars celebrating?

WHO team tasked to probe origins of Covid to visit China on January 14

WHO team tasked to probe origins of Covid to visit China on January 14

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

Confirming the visit, Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian told a media briefing on Monday that China supported scientists around the world to conduct a global study on the origins and transmission routes of the virus.

What Led To Paytm's Big Fall

What Led To Paytm's Big Fall

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

At the heart of Paytm's slide lies the abject failure of its Super App strategy, notes Indrajit Gupta.

'Awareness the biggest concern for healthcare'

'Awareness the biggest concern for healthcare'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2009

World Health Day is just round the corner. On this occasion renowned cardiac surgeon and Chairman of Narayana Hrudayalaya Dr. Devi Prasad Shetty spoke to rediff.com's Vicky Nanjappa and said that the biggest concerns in the health care sector in India is still the affordability factor and lawareness.

China warns of countermeasures for Covid curbs on its travellers abroad

China warns of countermeasures for Covid curbs on its travellers abroad

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

Foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning went on the offensive saying "we do not believe the entry restriction measures some countries have taken against China are science-based".

WHO chief isolates after contact tests Covid positive

WHO chief isolates after contact tests Covid positive

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

He stressed that it is important to comply with health guidelines amid the pandemic, in order to decrease transmission and take the burden off healthcare systems.

Will set up CM Kejriwal's office in jail if...: Mann

Will set up CM Kejriwal's office in jail if...: Mann

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

He also asserted that no one can take the place of Kejriwal in the AAP.

Two Cheers! India Is In A Good Place

Two Cheers! India Is In A Good Place

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

While India should be concerned about disparities, the fact is that whereas three decades ago about half the people had incomes greater than $2.15 a day, today seven out of eight do, notes T N Ninan.

Xi Jinping warns of 'tough challenges' in China's 'new phase' of Covid

Xi Jinping warns of 'tough challenges' in China's 'new phase' of Covid

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

Xi said that China's extraordinary efforts have helped it prevail over unprecedented difficulties.

Modern women remark taken out of context: Karnataka minister

Modern women remark taken out of context: Karnataka minister

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

Karnataka health minister Dr K Sudhakar on Monday said his statement on modern women unwilling to marry and bear children at an event in NIMHANS was taken out of context and that he had no intention of singling out women and it was based on a survey, which cited statistics on what the younger generation felt about it.

World Bank sees India growing at 8.3% in 2021

World Bank sees India growing at 8.3% in 2021

Rediff.com8 Jun 2021

The World Bank on Tuesday projected India's economy to grow at 8.3 per cent in 2021 and 7.5 per cent in 2022, even as its recovery is being hampered by an unprecedented second wave of the COVID-19, the largest outbreak in the world since the beginning of the deadly pandemic. The Washington-based global lender, in its latest issue of Global Economic Prospects released here, noted that in India, an enormous second COVID-19 wave is undermining the sharper-than-expected rebound in activity seen during the second half of Fiscal Year 2020/21, especially in services.

Making Drones For India's Villages

Making Drones For India's Villages

Rediff.com16 May 2024

'From our survey we found that there was a problem in the agricultural sector and drones could solve the problem.'

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.

Sensex snaps 5-day rally, ends down 652 points

Sensex snaps 5-day rally, ends down 652 points

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

BSE benchmark Sensex nursed losses on Friday as investors pocketed gains after a five-session winning streak amid a bearish trend overseas. A depreciating rupee and foreign fund outflows further soured risk sentiment, traders said. The 30-share gauge, which had started the trade on a firm note, soon gave up all the gains and finally ended 651.85 points or 1.08 per cent lower at 59,646.15. The broader NSE Nifty snapped its eight-day rally to close at 17,758.45, down 198.05 points or 1.10 per cent.

'Radical Islamists' behind Moscow attack, admits Putin

'Radical Islamists' behind Moscow attack, admits Putin

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

However, he suggested that Ukraine was also somehow involved.

After Mumbai, XE variant of Covid detected in Gujarat

After Mumbai, XE variant of Covid detected in Gujarat

Rediff.com9 Apr 2022

XE, the latest mutant of Omicron may be more transmissible than the previous ones, the World Health Organization has said.

Scoop: Was Prince Andrew Really Guilty?

Scoop: Was Prince Andrew Really Guilty?

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

Scoop seems like they conclude he is but Vaihayasi Pande Daniel recommends that you watch the film to find out for yourselves.

Omicron: 25 cases in India so far, mainly mild symptoms: Govt

Omicron: 25 cases in India so far, mainly mild symptoms: Govt

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

The government on Friday said 25 cases of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus have been detected in India so far and that mostly mild symptoms have been noted in all the cases.

China compelling docs to hide Covid mortalities: Report

China compelling docs to hide Covid mortalities: Report

Rediff.com28 Jan 2023

COVID infections in China began to surge towards December end and hospitals began to fill up. Many patients did not find beds and were seen sleeping on floors. Even, funeral homes and crematoriums were completely filled, and bodies were seen in the queue for days.

Why's There Turmoil In The Start-Up World?

Why's There Turmoil In The Start-Up World?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

The turmoil, if you read the headlines, is about the so-called funding winter. Deep down, though, the question is one of the common direction in which founders and investors need to pull, points out Suveen Sinha.

UK PM, health secretary test positive for COVID-19

UK PM, health secretary test positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

In a video message posted on social media, the British prime minister said that he will continue to lead the United Kingdom government's response to the deadly virus, which has claimed 578 lives.

Nod for Covid vaccine in next few days: Serum Institute's Poonawalla

Nod for Covid vaccine in next few days: Serum Institute's Poonawalla

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

The Serum Institute of India has stockpiled 40 mn-50 mn doses and is adding more every week. Most of these will come to India.

'Situation not ideal': Rohit on alarming pollution level

'Situation not ideal': Rohit on alarming pollution level

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

India captain Rohit Sharma expressed deep concerns about the vitiated air quality in Indian cities.

Future of Reliance belongs to Akash, Isha, Anant, and...: Ambani

Future of Reliance belongs to Akash, Isha, Anant, and...: Ambani

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Having created businesses ranging from world's largest single-location oil refining complex to nation's largest mobile network operators in just few years, billionaire Mukesh Ambani says his group Reliance Industries Ltd will never be complacent and will grow to be among the top 10 business conglomerates of the world. Addressing employees on Reliance Family Day - the birthday of the group's founder Dhirubhai Ambani, he said Reliance is now aiming to consolidate a place among global leaders in digital data platforms and AI adoption. "Today, the domestic and global environments for business are changing very fast.

Health quiz: Are earbuds good for you?

Health quiz: Are earbuds good for you?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

Some of the simple things you are doing every day may not necessarily be good for your health.

Recipe: For The Love Of Cheese

Recipe: For The Love Of Cheese

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

The star ingredient of many a delicious preparation is, of course, cheese!

Should Dhoni Have Done This Ad?

Should Dhoni Have Done This Ad?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

It is a pity that he does not take his youth influencer role more seriously and align his brand endorsements more responsibly, notes Kanika Datta.

How giant-slayer Prannoy made his place in the sun

How giant-slayer Prannoy made his place in the sun

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

Focus on nutrition, tailor-made training for specific opponents key to Prannoy's success.

Covid SOPs to be decided with Centre: Ajit Pawar

Covid SOPs to be decided with Centre: Ajit Pawar

Rediff.com2 Dec 2021

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Thursday said future decisions on COVID-19 SOPs will be taken in consultation with the Union Health Ministry and the state Task Force, amid a difference between the Centre and the state over guidelines for international travellers in the wake of the new variant of SARS-CoV2.

'This is not where children abandon their parents'

'This is not where children abandon their parents'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

'This is about children caring for their parents and helping them with assistance.'

Omicron is dominant COVID-19 variant in country: Govt

Omicron is dominant COVID-19 variant in country: Govt

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

With the reporting of Omicron, a highly mutated variant of SARSCoV-2 virus and its classification as a Variant of Concern (VoC) by the World Health Organisation (WHO), the Union Ministry of Health revised its 'Guidelines for international arrivals', Mandaviya said in a written reply.

Gymnastics superstar Biles to return to competition after two-year hiatus

Gymnastics superstar Biles to return to competition after two-year hiatus

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Biles, who won four gold medals at the 2016 Rio Olympics, cited the pressure of living up to expectations and a need to protect her mental health for her decision to pull out of events in Tokyo, where she won a bronze on the balance beam and a silver in the team competition, from which she withdrew after one vault.

'I Had Never Asked For Votes Before'

'I Had Never Asked For Votes Before'

Rediff.com10 May 2024

BJP candidate Rajeev Chandrasekhar's wife and son who keep themselves far from the political limelight reveal what it is like to campaign for the first time.

Warne had chest pain, health issues prior to death

Warne had chest pain, health issues prior to death

Rediff.com5 Mar 2022

Warne had experienced chest pains prior to his death in Thailand

'No basis in the claim that poverty is down to 5%'

'No basis in the claim that poverty is down to 5%'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

'Without a poverty line, how are we to know whether poverty is the same, or it has come down or it has gone up?'

Gambia child deaths: Haryana govt halts cough syrup production

Gambia child deaths: Haryana govt halts cough syrup production

Rediff.com12 Oct 2022

A joint team of the state and the Centre inspected the unit and found 12 violations or deficiencies.

US vetoes Palestinian bid to gain statehood at UN

US vetoes Palestinian bid to gain statehood at UN

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

The United States has vetoed a resolution in the UN Security Council on the latest Palestinian bid to be granted full membership of the United Nations, an outcome lauded by Israel but criticised by Palestine as 'unfair, immoral, and unjustified'.