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Should you drink water before an intense workout?

Should you drink water before an intense workout?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2019

You can consume 5 to 10 ml of water per kilogram of body weight in the two to four hours before a workout

'I can't survive without acting'

'I can't survive without acting'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

'If I don't act for a week I become edgy, restless and moody.' Subhash K Jha salutes Manoj Bajpayee, actor extraordinaire, on his 53rd birthday.

This Microsoft employee chased fitness with a 9-5 job

This Microsoft employee chased fitness with a 9-5 job

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

US-based Tanvi who lost her flab and got fit in just 100 weeks is now inspiring others to lead a healthy lifestyle.

ASK ROOPASHREE: Do You Stress about Stress?

ASK ROOPASHREE: Do You Stress about Stress?

Rediff.com6 Jul 2021

Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma answers your health queries.

Modi calls for 'repair and prepare' as India emerges from pandemic

Modi calls for 'repair and prepare' as India emerges from pandemic

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday called for focus on 'repair and prepare' as the nation emerges out of a devastating pandemic. "Over the past year, we have witnessed a lot of disruption in different sectors. Much of it is still there. Yet, disruption does not have to mean despair," he said at VivaTech Summit. "Instead, we must keep the focus on the twin foundations of repair and prepare," he said referring to the need to augment healthcare infrastructure in the country as well as prop up the economy.

Meet Bollywood BEST FRIENDS

Meet Bollywood BEST FRIENDS

Rediff.com31 Jul 2021

We celebrate Friendship Day by looking at the various kinds of friends in the movies.

Employees or contractors? Gig workers face social code dilemma

Employees or contractors? Gig workers face social code dilemma

Rediff.com3 Dec 2020

The Code on Social Security, 2020 gives a lot of comfort to gig firms which recognise cab drivers or food delivery executives as 'independent contractors' who directly do business with customers with the help of their digitised platforms.

Makhana Chaat, Makhana Kheer, Makhan Burfi

Makhana Chaat, Makhana Kheer, Makhan Burfi

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

Makhana desserts for your weekend lunch/dinner party.

Zomato's blockbuster listing boosts start-up ecosystem

Zomato's blockbuster listing boosts start-up ecosystem

Rediff.com24 Jul 2021

For large start-ups the US market is considered to be a preferred destination, as Indian investors were seen as hesitant to pay the kind of valuation private equity investors or the US markets pay. However, Zomato's listing has quashed these notions.

Inflation situation 'very alarming': Kaushik Basu

Inflation situation 'very alarming': Kaushik Basu

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

India's wholesale price-based inflation is at a 30-year high, leading to a "very alarming" situation for the country, former World Bank chief economist Kaushik Basu said on Thursday. He, however, doesn't see any risk of hyperinflation, but cautioned that if retail inflation follows wholesale prices, it might lead to "inflationary crisis". Participating in a virtual event organised by the Asia Society, India, Basu said the inflationary situation in India is at a "very risky bend".

How Indians will travel in 2021

How Indians will travel in 2021

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

The future of travel is increasingly shifting to focus on experiences that positively impact one's overall wellness.

10 tips to manage your anxiety during COVID-19

10 tips to manage your anxiety during COVID-19

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

When you know you've done your best, you are likely to feel more relaxed and confident that you will be safe, says Aayushi Lakhapati.

4 TIPS for a PERFECT First Date

4 TIPS for a PERFECT First Date

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

Listen to what they are saying, notice their body language, be interested in their stories and do not talk just about yourself.

'It's an amazing feeling to win Rs 1 crore'

'It's an amazing feeling to win Rs 1 crore'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

'During the Fastest Finger First round, my body was shivering.' 'I was both happy and nervous looking at him.'

What is Disha's health secret?

What is Disha's health secret?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

Eat well. Sleep well. Move well.

Why RBI paused on rate cuts

Why RBI paused on rate cuts

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

Minutes of the MPC meeting show Das felt economy needs more monetary stimulus as inflation outlook remains uncertain.

Brokerage BofA sees FY22 retail inflation averaging at 5%

Brokerage BofA sees FY22 retail inflation averaging at 5%

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

Wall Street brokerage Bank of America Securities has pencilled in lower than the consensus retail inflation for the current fiscal year at 5 per cent, but higher than the previous forecast of 4.7 per cent. Stating that the June print will be critical for the future trajectory -- after the extremely high 6.3 per cent print in May, the brokerage in a report on Friday revised upwards its forecast by 30 bps to an yearly average of 5 per cent for the year to March 2022. "Though the June print will be critical for future trajectory, beyond near-term, we find some comfort from our analysis of four key factors that are likely to influence CPI inflation the most.

'Lockdown hampered our WC qualifying chances'

'Lockdown hampered our WC qualifying chances'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2020

While all her teammates left for home after the junior camp ended on March 19, Suman decided to stay back at the SAI centre in Bengaluru with the senior sides and was stuck there for more than two and half months because of the nationwide lockdown.

How Avika Gor fell in love with her body

How Avika Gor fell in love with her body

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

Television actor Avika Gor reveals how she made conscious efforts to eat healthy and feel better.

RBI keeps interest rate unchanged, pegs FY21 growth at 6%

RBI keeps interest rate unchanged, pegs FY21 growth at 6%

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

The Reserve Bank of India, for the second straight time, on Thursday kept its key policy rate unchanged at 5.15 per cent, maintaining its accommodative policy stance as long as it was necessary to revive growth. The central bank retained GDP growth at 5 per cent for 2019-20 and pegged it at 6 per cent for the next fiscal.

Family Man: How Dhriti did the MURDER scene

Family Man: How Dhriti did the MURDER scene

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

'After the shoot, I was like, "Yeh maine kiya hai?"'

What's cooking, Malaika?

What's cooking, Malaika?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2017

What happens when a dazzling beauty gets her hands dirty in the kitchen?

10 simple tips to cut costs at your wedding

10 simple tips to cut costs at your wedding

Rediff.com7 Nov 2019

Have a clear vision. Plan in advance. Trim down the guest list.

Will watch monsoon before rate cut: Rajan

Will watch monsoon before rate cut: Rajan

Rediff.com16 Apr 2016

Most economists feel the RBI has room for a 25-basis point cut, having met inflation targets comfortably

Tennis: Thiem ousts Federer in semis; Halep vs Bertens in final

Tennis: Thiem ousts Federer in semis; Halep vs Bertens in final

Rediff.com11 May 2019

The fifth-seeded Austrian, who saved two match points, will face Novak Djokovic on Saturday after the world number one's opponent Marin Cilic withdrew with food poisoning.

'Friendship is much more than just being nice'

'Friendship is much more than just being nice'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

'Good friends are those who advise whether something is palatable for you or not.' 'Good friends are those who are not afraid of telling the truth.'

20 best meals in Delhi

20 best meals in Delhi

Rediff.com4 Mar 2015

Harnoor Channy Tiwari tells you just where you should be heading if you're in the Capital.

Lessons from the Farmer's Protest

Lessons from the Farmer's Protest

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

'This confrontation could have been avoided by a less arrogant administration that initially listened, used whatever negotiating skills they had and tried to be more credible,' observes Ramesh Menon.

No time to workout? Try these simple habits!

No time to workout? Try these simple habits!

Rediff.com5 Mar 2019

Move every 30 minutes. Walk. Plan your meals. Drink enough water.

Why Zareen Khan is playing a lesbian

Why Zareen Khan is playing a lesbian

Rediff.com28 Jan 2020

'A lot of people struggle to become a part of this industry, but I was lucky that I did not have to really struggle.' 'My struggle started after becoming a part of this industry, and, Oh my God, the struggle!'

RBI likely to keep repo rate unchanged in next 2 quarters

RBI likely to keep repo rate unchanged in next 2 quarters

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

The report, however, said it remains watchful of the upside risks to inflation emanating from pass-through of minimum support prices (MSPs), adverse movement in crude oil prices, volatility in global financial markets, lagged impact of the rupee weakness on input prices, adverse implications from fiscal slippage and staggered impact of HRA increases by states and its second-round impact.

Internet infidelity can be addictive

Internet infidelity can be addictive

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

Online infidelity can be addictive, according to a recent study.

'India will eventually come through'

'India will eventually come through'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

No government can 'ignore inclusiveness in a democracy', Montek Singh Ahluwalia tells Anjuli Bhargava.

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.

India-China standoff to end 'very shortly': ITBP chief

India-China standoff to end 'very shortly': ITBP chief

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

The DG of the ITBP said his troops have been provided with special winter clothing and nutritious food as they brave the severe chill in eastern Ladakh where the armies of India and China are locked in a tense standoff for over six months. He said 'strains in bilateral relations are already evident but we are confident these will be sorted out peacefully very shortly'.

Two cheers for the Budget!

Two cheers for the Budget!

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

While a DFI will help banks derisk their loan portfolios, creation of a bad bank will clean up their balance sheets.

Where a dosa is the 'star'!

Where a dosa is the 'star'!

Rediff.com8 Feb 2011

Here's a first look at Malayalam film Salt N' Pepper.

Retail inflation at 2-year high, hits 6.07% in July

Retail inflation at 2-year high, hits 6.07% in July

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

Starting August, various festivals are celebrated in different parts of the country leading to higher sales of commodities ranging from sweets, fruits and food items

MasterChef style Sri Lankan Jackfruit Curry

MasterChef style Sri Lankan Jackfruit Curry

Rediff.com17 Jun 2021

A blend of rich flavours, this curry is served with Crispy Rice and Spicy Salsa.

Hiran murder: Maha ATS to seek Waze's custody

Hiran murder: Maha ATS to seek Waze's custody

Rediff.com24 Mar 2021

Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) on Tuesday said suspended police officer Sachin Waze was a prime accused in the Mansukh Hiran murder case, adding it will approach the special National Investigation Agency court in Mumbai to get his custody.