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What makes Team India one of world's fittest teams!

What makes Team India one of world's fittest teams!

Rediff.com19 Jun 2019

Virat Kohli is the quintessential 'teacher's delight' but it is injury-prone Mohammed Shami, in his current fit avatar, that India's strength and conditioning coach Shankar Basu considers his biggest achievement since joining the team.

4 Bengaluru restaurants worth a visit

4 Bengaluru restaurants worth a visit

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

From India's first Vietnamese restaurant to a molecular restaurant, Gitanjali Gurbaxani lists her choices for a monsoon treat in Bengaluru.

RBI survey ups '10-11 growth forecast

RBI survey ups '10-11 growth forecast

Rediff.com29 Jan 2010

In the Macroeconomic & Monetary Developments report released this evening, the central bank drew comfort from the forecasters' survey -- which estimated that the Indian economy would grow by 6.9 per cent this year -- and improved business sentiments.

Rebuilding life a big challenge, say relief camp dwellers after deluge

Rebuilding life a big challenge, say relief camp dwellers after deluge

Rediff.com20 Aug 2018

While aid pours in at various relief camps close to cities, those operating in remote areas are reportedly facing difficulty in getting essential supplies.

Inflation: What the RBI, government need to do

Inflation: What the RBI, government need to do

Rediff.com16 Jan 2014

Inflation moderates, but a rate cut is unlikely.

'I wouldn't date Virat Kohli'

'I wouldn't date Virat Kohli'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

"Virat is fabulous," says 27-year old model Ritu Chauhan from New Delhi... but that doesn't make her think of dating her favourite cricketer. Speaking to Tista Sengupta/Rediff.com, Ritu throws light on her journey into modelling and how she thinks couples should work hand-in-hand.

Just where did Bollywood holiday?

Just where did Bollywood holiday?

Rediff.com21 May 2018

Bollywood gives you some great vacation ideas!

When your son is COVID-19 positive

When your son is COVID-19 positive

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

'Most important were the breathing exercises -- whatever way you like.' 'Pranayam or just deep breathing...' 'Breathing is very, very, very, very, very, very important.'

How to explore unseen sides of familiar cities and monuments

How to explore unseen sides of familiar cities and monuments

Rediff.com16 Apr 2018

Be a traveller, not a tourist.

Markets have a terrific session

Markets have a terrific session

Rediff.com17 Feb 2011

The Nifty ended comfortably above the crucial 5500 mark at 5546, up 64 points.

Byju's buys edtech start-up Whitehat Jr for $300 million

Byju's buys edtech start-up Whitehat Jr for $300 million

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

Bajaj sold his 18-month-old start-up WhiteHat Jr to Byju Raveendran for $300 million in an all-cash deal - over the video conferencing platform Zoom. The deal is the biggest in the Indian edtech sector by far.

'It was my duty to make Irrfan bhai laugh'

'It was my duty to make Irrfan bhai laugh'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

'When it comes to work, he forgets his sleep, his food, everything.' 'He is too involved in the process and that gives him strength.'

Rajan to ensure loan rates fall, cautions 'turbulent waters' ahead

Rajan to ensure loan rates fall, cautions 'turbulent waters' ahead

Rediff.com29 Sep 2015

RBI to ensure loans rate fall

India to stick to its stance at WTO meet

India to stick to its stance at WTO meet

Rediff.com23 Sep 2014

India is in no danger of crossing the 10 per cent threshold of food subsidies under the WTO's agreement on agriculture and it will not breach the level in the near future.

Staying home: The new travel option

Staying home: The new travel option

Rediff.com8 Jun 2010

Skip impersonal hotels and enjoy your next India holiday from the comfort of a home, says Puja Banta

French farmer finds happiness in life without machines

French farmer finds happiness in life without machines

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

We have our smartphones, our computers, and what not to ensure we live in a comfortable and easy live. But what if one day all the machines in our lives were taken away? Would we survive? Would we lead happy lives? French Farmer Jean-Bernard Huon, who lives in a corner of southern Brittany on France's west coast, shows us what life would be without machines. When farm machinery revolutionised French agriculture in the years after World War Two, a young Jean-Bernard Huon turned his back on the new technology and continues to do so till date.

Top 10 fine dine restaurants in India

Top 10 fine dine restaurants in India

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

TripAdvisor released its list of Best Fine Dinning restaurants in India. Read on to find out which restaurants made the cut...

A sizzling summer workout to get you in shape

A sizzling summer workout to get you in shape

Rediff.com23 Apr 2010

The easiest time of year to knock yourself into shape is summer. It's too hot to eat heavy foods, so you naturally go for lighter, healthier options which help trim off the excess fat. Rev up the fat-burn with these exercises and watch your body get into sizzling shape!

The Gouri Amma I Knew

The Gouri Amma I Knew

Rediff.com12 May 2021

She was capable of a level of human compassion that is rare today among politicians, recalls Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar, who knew the Communist legend K R Gowri, who passed into the ages on May 11, from his childhood.

ASK ANU: 'I want to walk out of this marriage'

ASK ANU: 'I want to walk out of this marriage'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

In her weekly column, mental health guru Anu Krishna offers advice on how to take charge of your life.

COVID-19 can reset wrongs done to invisible millions

COVID-19 can reset wrongs done to invisible millions

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

'The Modi government must create conditions to integrate millions into the rural economy as many migrants are certainly not going to return to live an undignified life,' notes Ramesh Menon.

My upbringing does not allow me to take a life: PM

My upbringing does not allow me to take a life: PM

Rediff.com10 Aug 2019

Modi also stressed on important issues like the need to preserve and embrace nature.

Review: Article 15 will live with its audience

Review: Article 15 will live with its audience

Rediff.com29 Jun 2019

'Even though the film focuses on caste discriminations in rural India, it is first of all a riveting police procedural, and one of the best made in India,' says Aseem Chhabra.

'Just the nomination is a massive win for me'

'Just the nomination is a massive win for me'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2021

'Every piece of content, every thought, has stemmed from reality and personal experiences.'

10 Films that Amazed Me at Cannes

10 Films that Amazed Me at Cannes

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

Aseem Chhabra lists 10 of his favourite films that played in various sections at the 74th Cannes Film Festival.

RBI hints at rate hike to check price rise

RBI hints at rate hike to check price rise

Rediff.com28 Oct 2013

The central bank is widely expected to increase the repo rate by 25 basis points on Tuesday to 7.75 per cent to fight inflation even as it continues to unwind its rupee defense steps, a Reuters poll showed.

Off ramp hotties from Brazil, Belgium

Off ramp hotties from Brazil, Belgium

Rediff.com17 Aug 2017

Language barriers apart, Rajesh Karkera welcomes two foreign nationals warmly and gets them talking about style and fashion at the Lakme Fashion Week.

Six wonderful Khichdi recipes!

Six wonderful Khichdi recipes!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

Six unique khichdi recipes will tantalise your taste buds this rainy season, says Mini Ribeiro.

12 simple tips I follow while working from home

12 simple tips I follow while working from home

Rediff.com19 Jun 2020

Amit Jain from Indore tells us how he stays motivated to work from home.

8 tips to stay fit this festive season

8 tips to stay fit this festive season

Rediff.com20 Oct 2014

It is easy to be indulgent during this time of the year. Here are some secrets to help you enjoy the festivities and stay fit!

RBI to cut rates by 25 bps each in Feb, Apr: Goldman Sachs

RBI to cut rates by 25 bps each in Feb, Apr: Goldman Sachs

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

The global financial services major had earlier said that the central bank would keep its policy rates on hold.

RBI should pause rate hike, focus on growth: HSBC chief

RBI should pause rate hike, focus on growth: HSBC chief

Rediff.com14 Jan 2014

In the mid-quarter monetary policy review last month, RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan had left the key policy rate unchanged, after raising it 50 bps in two instalments since he took over on September 4, saying he was waiting for more data clarity.

Rest in Peace, Uncle Shashi

Rest in Peace, Uncle Shashi

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

'I will miss you calling me and saying "I am Shashi Kapoor" even when you were at the height of your stardom.' Gitanjali Gurbaxani remembers a dear friend.

Inflation rises to 7-month high; IIP grows at 3.4%

Inflation rises to 7-month high; IIP grows at 3.4%

Rediff.com12 Jun 2019

According to the Central Statistics Office data, the jump in the retail inflation based on Consumer Price Index was mainly due to rise in prices of kitchen items like vegetables, meat and fish.

Chilli-filled 'PAVA shells' likely to replace pellet guns in Kashmir

Chilli-filled 'PAVA shells' likely to replace pellet guns in Kashmir

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

PAVA shells'are a chilli-based ammunition, which is less lethal and immobilises the target temporarily.

I spent 8 days in a Covid hospital

I spent 8 days in a Covid hospital

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

Sunil Sethi caught the coronavirus. This is what happened next.

Why won't they decontrol sugar?

Why won't they decontrol sugar?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2008

The Cabinet's reluctance to approve the food and consumer affairs ministry's proposal to decontrol sugar is hard to understand -- especially when supplies are comfortable and set to improve further because of the dismantling of the sugar buffer of 5 million tonnes. Besides, the fresh crushing season is beginning next month. Yet, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, has put on hold the move to do away with the 10 per cent sugar levy and the monthly release mechanism.

Industrial, inflation data show imbalances persist

Industrial, inflation data show imbalances persist

Rediff.com13 Sep 2014

Inflation trajectory does not match the slump in demand, prolonged pause on rates likely.

RBI expected to keep rates unchanged but strike dovish tone

RBI expected to keep rates unchanged but strike dovish tone

Rediff.com4 Aug 2015

The RBI's next policy review is set for Sept. 29.

What Dalal Street expects from Modi2

What Dalal Street expects from Modi2

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Most brokerages have maintained their Sensex and Nifty targets as they believe there is little room for further re-rating in the backdrop of weak earnings.