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BJP promises Rs 3,000 a month, reservation in govt jobs to Bengal women

BJP promises Rs 3,000 a month, reservation in govt jobs to Bengal women

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

The BJP has released its election manifesto for West Bengal, promising a hardline stance on infiltration, financial assistance for women and unemployed youth, and the implementation of the Seventh Pay Commission for state employees.

Verushka Singh, first Indian-origin Mrs South Africa, quits after 4 months

Verushka Singh, first Indian-origin Mrs South Africa, quits after 4 months

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Verushka Singh, the first Indian-origin Mrs South Africa, has resigned from her position after four months, citing personal and family reasons. Her reign was marked by advocacy for environmental sustainability and women's empowerment.

Biotechnology Facility Foundation Laid in Thiruvananthapuram

Biotechnology Facility Foundation Laid in Thiruvananthapuram

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Union Minister Jitendra Singh inaugurated a new biotechnology facility and dedicated a national facility for recombinant cells and sensors at the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology in Thiruvananthapuram, highlighting India's focus on biotechnology and its potential for economic growth.

LTCG: How to Save Tax on Property Deals

LTCG: How to Save Tax on Property Deals

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Ask rediffGURU and tax expert Mihir Tanna your income tax-related questions

Rinku Singh to Rejoin India Squad After Father's Demise

Rinku Singh to Rejoin India Squad After Father's Demise

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Rinku Singh will link-up with the Indian squad ahead of the must-win Super 8 clash against West Indies after attending the funeral of his father, who passed away following a battle with cancer.

Mizoram weightlifter overcomes tragedy to win gold at Khelo India Tribal Games

Mizoram weightlifter overcomes tragedy to win gold at Khelo India Tribal Games

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Mizoram's Isak Malsawmtluanga overcame the loss of his parents and a back injury to win a gold medal in weightlifting at the Khelo India Tribal Games, showcasing resilience and determination.

11 Items That Got Cheaper Post-Budget

11 Items That Got Cheaper Post-Budget

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

What items did Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman make cheaper?

'Kasab Drank Urine, Didn't Eat Biryani'

'Kasab Drank Urine, Didn't Eat Biryani'

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

'The jail staff told me Kasab was served only jail food and not biryani.' 'They told me that Kasab was beaten regularly after court proceedings.' 'And they filled Kasab's bottle with urine so that whenever he felt thirsty he used to drink urine.'

Dawson's Creek Actor James Van Der Beek Dies At 48

Dawson's Creek Actor James Van Der Beek Dies At 48

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

'I will always and forever remember your sweet gentle soul.'

Modern Marriage: 'I Married My Best Friend. We Sleep In Separate Bedrooms'

Modern Marriage: 'I Married My Best Friend. We Sleep In Separate Bedrooms'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

In this new series on modern marriages, Payal* tells Divya Nair how she coped with the unexpected challenges that followed her impulsive marriage to her best friend.

Liver Cancer: Don't Ignore Stomach Pain

Liver Cancer: Don't Ignore Stomach Pain

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Dr Swapnil Sharma, a liver transplant, HPB and GI surgeon, helps us understand the symptoms of liver cancer is and how you can protect yourself and your loved ones from this disease.

Gulf War: Stocks That Could Buck The Trend And Shine

Gulf War: Stocks That Could Buck The Trend And Shine

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

10 stocks from the Nifty 200 index that offer good growth potential and scope to deliver decent returns from current levels, based on brokerage estimates.

Rinku Singh lands key role in UP government setup

Rinku Singh lands key role in UP government setup

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has appointed cricketer Rinku Singh as a Regional Sports Officer, recognising his achievements in cricket, including his IPL success and contributions to the Indian national team.

Bombay High Court Slams FRRO for Obstructing US Citizen's Travel Despite Court Order

Bombay High Court Slams FRRO for Obstructing US Citizen's Travel Despite Court Order

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

The Bombay High Court has criticised the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) for failing to process the exit permit of a US national facing religious conversion charges, despite a court order allowing him to travel.

TN polls: DMK woos women voters with Rs 8,000 'Illatharasi' coupon

TN polls: DMK woos women voters with Rs 8,000 'Illatharasi' coupon

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

The DMK party in Tamil Nadu has released its manifesto for the upcoming Assembly elections, promising a range of welfare measures focused on women, education, and economic development, including financial assistance and job creation initiatives.

Harish Rana, India's First Passive Euthanasia Recipient, Passes Away

Harish Rana, India's First Passive Euthanasia Recipient, Passes Away

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Harish Rana, the first person in India to be granted passive euthanasia, has died at AIIMS-Delhi after being in a coma for over 13 years. His case led to a landmark Supreme Court judgment allowing passive euthanasia and sparked discussions about the right to die with dignity in India.

How Sugar Metabolism in Brain Tumour Immune Cells Fuels Growth

How Sugar Metabolism in Brain Tumour Immune Cells Fuels Growth

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

A new study reveals that immune cells within brain tumours may be manipulating sugar metabolism, specifically breaking down fructose, to suppress immune responses and promote tumour growth. Blocking fructose breakdown in these cells could improve immunotherapy outcomes for glioblastoma patients.

Cricket Greats Rally as Imran Khan Battles Health Issues

Cricket Greats Rally as Imran Khan Battles Health Issues

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Former Pakistan World Cup-winning captain Imran Khan reportedly loses 85% vision in one eye as Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis and others urge authorities to ensure immediate medical treatment.

Ba***ds of Bollywood: Sameer Wankhede allowed to sue makers in Mumbai

Ba***ds of Bollywood: Sameer Wankhede allowed to sue makers in Mumbai

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

The Delhi High Court has permitted IRS officer Sameer Wankhede to move a court in Mumbai with his defamation lawsuit against Shah Rukh Khan's Red Chillies Entertainment over the web series "The Ba***ds of Bollywood."

Gas Cylinder For Rs 10,000. Are You Joking?

Gas Cylinder For Rs 10,000. Are You Joking?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

A disruption in the supply of LPG cylinders caused by tensions in the Strait of Hormuz is impacting Indian kitchens, leading to restaurant closures, price hikes and a surge in demand for electric cooktops.

Actor Vibhu Raghave Succumbs To Cancer

Actor Vibhu Raghave Succumbs To Cancer

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Nisha Aur Uske Cousins fame television actor Vibhu Raghave passed away on Monday after battling colon cancer. He was 37.

London Surgeon Completes First UK Remote Robotic Surgeries in Gibraltar

London Surgeon Completes First UK Remote Robotic Surgeries in Gibraltar

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

A London-based surgeon of Indian origin has made medical history by successfully completing the UK's first remote robotic surgeries on patients in Gibraltar, approximately 2,400 km away.

Earnings upgrade to downgrade ratio improved after Q3

Earnings upgrade to downgrade ratio improved after Q3

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

There are hopes of a turnaround in overall corporate earnings after six quarters of single digit growth.

Egg White Protein Shows Promise in Removing PFAS from Water

Egg White Protein Shows Promise in Removing PFAS from Water

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

A new study reveals that ovalbumin, the main protein in egg whites, can effectively bind and remove per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from contaminated water, presenting a sustainable solution for tackling these persistent chemicals.

Tighee Review: Must Watch!

Tighee Review: Must Watch!

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Tighee is a quietly heartfelt drama, shining through sensitively curated human moments and impactful performances, discovers Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Harish Rana, allowed passive euthanasia by SC, passes away after 13-year coma

Harish Rana, allowed passive euthanasia by SC, passes away after 13-year coma

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Harish Rana, the first person in India to be granted passive euthanasia, has died at AIIMS-Delhi after being in a coma for over 13 years. His case led to a landmark Supreme Court judgment allowing passive euthanasia and sparked discussions about the right to die with dignity in India.

Sharad Pawar hospitalised in Pune with chest infection; stable

Sharad Pawar hospitalised in Pune with chest infection; stable

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar was admitted to a private hospital in Pune after experiencing cough and breathing difficulties. Doctors are evaluating his condition.

AIIMS-Delhi begins euthanasia process for Harish Rana post SC ruling

AIIMS-Delhi begins euthanasia process for Harish Rana post SC ruling

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

AIIMS-Delhi has begun implementing the Supreme Court's decision to allow passive euthanasia for Harish Rana, who has been in a coma since 2013. A specialised medical team has been formed to oversee the process, which is expected to take two to three weeks.

Princess Of Wales' Tryst With Bollywood

Princess Of Wales' Tryst With Bollywood

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The princess of Wales gets a taste of India.

Budget 2026: What's cheaper, what's costlier

Budget 2026: What's cheaper, what's costlier

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

As many as 17 cancer drugs, along with medicines and food for special medical needs for seven rare diseases, components for microwave ovens are some of the items that are set to become cheaper with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announcing cuts in customs duty in the Union Budget 2026-27.

Aruna Irani Opens Up About Her Cancer Battle

Aruna Irani Opens Up About Her Cancer Battle

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Aruna Irani recently opened up about her cancer story, revealing that she has battled breast cancer twice.

Empty PG Seats, Missing Doctors

Empty PG Seats, Missing Doctors

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

'When young doctors see limited protection, unpredictable careers and an absence of institutional support, they hesitate.'

'Right To Die With Dignity Is A Fundamental Right'

'Right To Die With Dignity Is A Fundamental Right'

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

'Why can't we work towards a dignified end of the person when a cure is not possible and the end is inevitable?'

Akash Deep's 10 wickets for cancer-battling sister

Akash Deep's 10 wickets for cancer-battling sister

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

Akash Deep dedicated his stellar performance in the second Test to his sister, who has been battling cancer for the past two months.

Can Breast Cancer Reoccur After Mastectomy?

Can Breast Cancer Reoccur After Mastectomy?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Even after the removal of breast tissue, it is possible that the cancer may recur in the chest wall or the area where the surgery was performed, warns Dr Meghal Sanghavi, oncosurgeon, at Wockhardt Hospitals.

Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' prostate cancer

Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' prostate cancer

Rediff.com19 May 2025

The 81-year-old Biden and his family are currently consulting with doctors to determine the best course of action.

Semaglutide Ruling Sparks Generic Pharma Boom

Semaglutide Ruling Sparks Generic Pharma Boom

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

At the heart of this debate is Section 3(d) of the Patents Act, a safeguard designed to prevent drugmakers from extending monopoly protection through trivial modifications to existing medicines.

'Hypocritical': India slams Pak at UN over airstrikes on Afghanistan during Ramzan

'Hypocritical': India slams Pak at UN over airstrikes on Afghanistan during Ramzan

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

India has strongly condemned Pakistan's airstrikes on Afghanistan, calling them a flagrant violation of international law and hypocritical given the civilian casualties during Ramzan.

OpenAI CEO hails India's 'incredible' AI growth

OpenAI CEO hails India's 'incredible' AI growth

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman emphasized the importance of democratizing Artificial Intelligence as the only fair and safe way forward, highlighting India's significant progress in AI adoption.

Truth Behind Weight Loss Drugs Like Ozempic, Mounjaro: A Doctor Explains

Truth Behind Weight Loss Drugs Like Ozempic, Mounjaro: A Doctor Explains

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

'Weight loss drugs can be life changing but are not without risks,' says Dr Vishnu Radhakrishnan as he explains the truth behind Ozempic and Mounjaro.