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Want to Know What Uorfi Javed Is Really Like?

Want to Know What Uorfi Javed Is Really Like?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Amazon Prime Video has announced a huge number of assorted Web series and movies, and the slate sure looks interesting.

Gisele Bundchen ditches top, talks about saving rivers

Gisele Bundchen ditches top, talks about saving rivers

Rediff.com5 Jul 2019

The supermodel wore just a mini skirt as she flaunted some serious skin on the cover of Elle.

4000 dengue cases reported in Bengaluru, 7000 in Karnataka

4000 dengue cases reported in Bengaluru, 7000 in Karnataka

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

Amid a surge in dengue cases in Karnataka, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday said he has instructed officials to take all necessary precautionary measures to prevent spread of the vector borne disease and urged the people to give utmost priority to cleanliness in their neighbourhoods.

India's best cities to live in

India's best cities to live in

Rediff.com8 Apr 2013

Bad roads, poor transport facilities, large scale pollution and lack of clean water and power supply are the main problems every in Indian cities.

Can Diabetics Eat Samosa, Kachori For Breakfast?

Can Diabetics Eat Samosa, Kachori For Breakfast?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Start the day with some whole grains or oats. Include a good source of fibre-containing food with every meal or snack.

'Why do human beings have to clean shit?'

'Why do human beings have to clean shit?'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2016

'I realised we are not doing scavenging because we are illiterate or poor. We are doing it because of the way society is organised.'

Noise, water pollution must be checked

Noise, water pollution must be checked

Rediff.com5 Feb 2010

Billions of rupees spent on river cleaning programmes have gone down the drain. This situation cannot be allowed to continue, says Business Standard.

How you can reduce your water bills

How you can reduce your water bills

Rediff.com9 May 2016

Setting up a system is not very complicated and costs can be Rs 2-3 lakh for a 100-apartment society

Did Climate Change Matter In Gujarat Elections?

Did Climate Change Matter In Gujarat Elections?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

Better living conditions must be an integral part of all political campaigns. But this will only happen if the public pressures the political class to understand the irreversibility of climate change and make the environment a crucial part of their manifestos.

'Historically, 2023 is the best year for India-US ties'

'Historically, 2023 is the best year for India-US ties'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

The relationship between the US and India has been very productive, in particular on the trade and technology front, and 2023 can be considered the best year historically for bilateral ties, according to a former top American trade official. Arun Kumar, an Indian-American, who served as the assistant secretary of Commerce for Global Markets and director general of the US and Foreign Commercial Service (USFCS) during the Obama administration, said this during an interview with PTI in Washington. "Looking back on 2023, it was a very productive year for the US-India relationship, by many accounts the best year historically," he said.

Now, PM seeks people's views on his 'Clean India' mission

Now, PM seeks people's views on his 'Clean India' mission

Rediff.com12 Sep 2014

Modi linked cleanliness to tourism and global interest in India and stressed that world-class levels of hygiene and sanitation are required in the top 50 tourist destinations to bring about a 'paradigm shift' in the global perception about the country.

NDA govt making Ganga cleaning a Hindutva project: Ramesh

NDA govt making Ganga cleaning a Hindutva project: Ramesh

Rediff.com6 Jul 2014

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh today accused the National Democratic Alliance government of turning the programme to clean Ganga as a "Hindutva project" by attempting to polarise politics through the initiative on the holy river.

Recipe: Shrimp/Mushroom Coconut And Kaffir Lime Soup

Recipe: Shrimp/Mushroom Coconut And Kaffir Lime Soup

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

A comforting soup with bold flavours.

After protests, its clean-up time in Cairo

After protests, its clean-up time in Cairo

Rediff.com14 Feb 2011

A group of young Egyptians recently took to the streets of Cairo on a clean up mission after its historical Tahrir Sqaure witnessed 18 days of continuous protests demanding ouster of President Hosni Mubarak.

US could 'conceivably' return to Paris climate accord: Trump

US could 'conceivably' return to Paris climate accord: Trump

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

In June, Trump withdrew the US from the Paris Agreement on climate change and decided to renegotiate the deal that was agreed upon by over 190 countries during the previous Obama administration.

'Now that I have won Rs 25 lakh...'

'Now that I have won Rs 25 lakh...'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

'Bigg Boss is not only about fighting with people, it's survival of the fittest.'

Trust me, I'm clean, says Phelps

Trust me, I'm clean, says Phelps

Rediff.com15 Aug 2008

Michael Phelps won his sixth gold medal at the Beijing Games on Friday and then said he could prove to any doubters he is clean of drugs.

B P Agrawal wins prestigious MIT award

B P Agrawal wins prestigious MIT award

Rediff.com11 May 2010

Social entrepreneur Dr Bhagwati P Agrawal, founder and executive director of the nonprofit Sustainable Innovations, has received the $ 100,000 Lemelson-Massachusetts Institute of Technology Award for Sustainability.

Air Pollution: How to Stay Safe

Air Pollution: How to Stay Safe

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Don't ignore symptoms like coughing, wheezing or shortness of breath, warns Dr Sandeep Tilve.

'Allow The Magic Of Mother Nature To Inspire Your Soul!'

'Allow The Magic Of Mother Nature To Inspire Your Soul!'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2023

Movie folk mark World Environment Day by inspirational messages and useful information.

Imagine! Dosas in Vietnam!

Imagine! Dosas in Vietnam!

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

Maya Warrier, 9, satisfies a little of her wanderlust when she journeys across the world to Vietnam, some 10 hours by flight from her home in London.

Are we on the brink of water wars?

Are we on the brink of water wars?

Rediff.com28 Jul 2017

'Nature does not send us a bill, so we ignore them in decision making until we hit a moment of crisis, such as the current shortage of water.'

Chinese New Year Recipe: Steamed Dumplings

Chinese New Year Recipe: Steamed Dumplings

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

Enjoy special dumplings as you welcome the Year of the Rabbit.

The 20 poorest nations in the world

The 20 poorest nations in the world

Rediff.com11 Mar 2011

These nations have faced adversities like consequence of poverty, genocide, years of war, lack of natural resources, poor farm management, and limited access to clean water and health care.

'We can die in Russian bombing. Help us!'

'We can die in Russian bombing. Help us!'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

'We request the Indian government that they send some buses urgently so that we can travel in groups and reach safety.'

Relief supplies running out for flood-ravaged Pak: UN

Relief supplies running out for flood-ravaged Pak: UN

Rediff.com1 Oct 2011

The United Nations has warned that relief supplies are running out amidst growing humanitarian needs in flood-ravaged areas of southern Pakistan, where more than five million people have been affected by a deluge triggered by monsoon rains.

Recipe: Deepa Mehrotra's Dahi Baingan

Recipe: Deepa Mehrotra's Dahi Baingan

Rediff.com3 May 2023

This light, tasty preparation can be eaten with ghee rice or even by itself.

Chennai oil spill: Over 90% of clean-up work over, says Centre

Chennai oil spill: Over 90% of clean-up work over, says Centre

Rediff.com4 Feb 2017

It also expressed confidence that the cleaning operation will be finished in a couple of days.

Recipe: Chef Sara's Olan

Recipe: Chef Sara's Olan

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

A wholesome and unusual Kerala-style curry made with ash gourd, cowpeas and coconut milk.

Scientists aim for power from tap water

Scientists aim for power from tap water

Rediff.com21 Oct 2003

The breakthrough, which scientists say is the first new way to generate electricity in 160 years, could lead to batteries that use water instead of toxic substances.

India should spend $1 bn annually to train school teachers: Narayana Murthy

India should spend $1 bn annually to train school teachers: Narayana Murthy

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

One possible way of accelerating National Education Policy's outcome is to invite 10,000 retired highly accomplished teachers from the developed world and from India in STEM areas to create 2,500 "Train the Teacher" colleges in the country's 28 states and eight union territories, Murthy said.

How Covid has triggered wave of innovations in India

How Covid has triggered wave of innovations in India

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

Some of these items of consumption include ultraviolet disinfectants and sanitising boxes, free-finger touch devices, do-it-yourself grooming kits, self-cleaning water bottles, smart tiffin boxes, hand-sanitizer wearables, antiviral fabrics, tiles, flooring and mattresses, and anti-fogging glasses.

Hindu Influence Is Visible All Over Cambodia

Hindu Influence Is Visible All Over Cambodia

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, Ram, Laxmi, stories from the Hindu epics are seen in carvings, paintings and murals, as well as recognisable figures from mythology, like Garuda, Sheshnag, Nandi and Apsaras, notes Deepa Gahlot, savouring the beauty of Cambodia.

Turkey: Between Two Worlds

Turkey: Between Two Worlds

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

The splendid rock figures around Cappadocia and the silent, eternal ruins of Ephesus made a trip to Turkey even more memorable.

How economic recessions affect public health

How economic recessions affect public health

Rediff.com1 Sep 2009

A new study suggests that mortality rates during economic recessions in developed countries decline rather than increase.

Why RCB Will Wear Green Against RR

Why RCB Will Wear Green Against RR

Rediff.com22 Apr 2023

'RCB is the world's first carbon neutral cricket team and the foremost cricket franchise in the world.'

'Is this the India we should be proud of?'

'Is this the India we should be proud of?'

Rediff.com17 May 2010

'Manipur is on fire today. Terrorist organisations demanding secession from India, local tribal conflicts and a total collapse of the civil administration has turned this state into a virtual hell.'

Drinking water from human poop? Yes, Bill Gates makes it a reality!

Drinking water from human poop? Yes, Bill Gates makes it a reality!

Rediff.com9 Jan 2015

The innovative sewage plant can turn human faeces into electricity and clean drinking water.

Chitale report: Clean chit to Ajit Pawar in irrigation scam

Chitale report: Clean chit to Ajit Pawar in irrigation scam

Rediff.com14 Jun 2014

Maharashtra government on Saturday gave a clean chit to Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in the irrigation scam as it tabled in the Legislative Assembly the report of Madhav Chitale committee on the issue alongwith the Action Taken Report.

Why a home office is best

Why a home office is best

Rediff.com3 Apr 2006