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'Will convince Modi': Hundreds of women join farmers' protest

'Will convince Modi': Hundreds of women join farmers' protest

Rediff.com13 Dec 2020

For these women, who describe themselves as homemakers, farmworkers and protesters all rolled into one, any suggestion that farmers are about being alpha males because it requires physical labour is met with scorn.

Fat to fit: This lawyer lost 23 kg in six months

Fat to fit: This lawyer lost 23 kg in six months

Rediff.com16 Jul 2018

Amit from Belgaum, Karnataka shares his weight loss journey.

Back home, migrant workers stare at uncertain future

Back home, migrant workers stare at uncertain future

Rediff.com28 May 2020

Migrants are no longer sure if they would be able to live by Modi's mantra of "Jaan Bhi Jahaan Bhi".

Despite its FMCG push, for D-Street ITC is still a tobacco play

Despite its FMCG push, for D-Street ITC is still a tobacco play

Rediff.com20 Jun 2021

Most of the changes have come about in the last four years and ITC is now reaping the dividends - standalone revenues from the non-cigarettes FMCG business have grown 40 per cent from FY17 to Rs 14,728.21 crore in FY21 and pre-tax profits 30 times to Rs 823.69 crore. The business accounted for 30.58 per cent of gross revenues and 4.85 per cent of pre-tax profits in FY21. "In the last four years, our margins in FMCG have gone up by 640 basis points (bps) and EBITDA margins have been moving up consistently. "We created levers that enabled a sustained growth trajectory," said ITC chairman and managing director Sanjiv Puri. Puri took charge as the chief executive officer in 2017; in 2018, he was redesignated managing director and effective May 2019, he became chairman.

The Jet brand that Naresh Goyal built

The Jet brand that Naresh Goyal built

Rediff.com9 Jul 2019

Even in ruin, Jet retained its one essential brand quality: Dignity, says brand guru Sandeep Goyal.

10 Tips to Manage Stress

10 Tips to Manage Stress

Rediff.com14 Jul 2021

Our true nature is tranquillity; that is how we are; we need to shed away what we are not and whatever is causing stress, advises spiritual coach Modmonk Anshul.

When did vying for attention become so evil?

When did vying for attention become so evil?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

The Social Dilemma shows how social media is turning human beings into lab rats and zombies, notes Chintan Girish Modi.

What will post-Covid India look like?

What will post-Covid India look like?

Rediff.com30 Aug 2020

'The norm will be even less public accountability, even less transparency, tweets instead of press conferences, TV lectures rather than parliamentary debate, and greater political authoritarianism,' predicts Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

6 Parenting Tips that Work!

6 Parenting Tips that Work!

Rediff.com28 Jun 2021

While it is good to appreciate how others manage, set your own goals as a family, says Fatema Agarkar.

Hungry kya? MTR may have something for you

Hungry kya? MTR may have something for you

Rediff.com19 May 2017

MTR re-positions its brand to cater early morning to the hungry urban young. It has launched a range of breakfast foods to pave the way for future product and brand transformation.

The RIGHT way to do Pranayama

The RIGHT way to do Pranayama

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

Yoga expert Shikha Pandey tells you how effective breathing can help you balance your energies and improve the health of your lungs.

5 health risks of working from home

5 health risks of working from home

Rediff.com11 May 2020

From lack of exercise to weight gain caused by snacking between meals, see how your unhealthy habits are affecting your body and mind.

At 21, she started a gym for Srinagar's women

At 21, she started a gym for Srinagar's women

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

In Mehreen Amin's gym, Kashmiri girls who earlier had no access to female trainers, are 'gymming' their way to fitness.

Alice doesn't live in indie cinema anymore

Alice doesn't live in indie cinema anymore

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

With Hindi Medium and Angrezi Medium, the "English-medium" actor of independent movies shows she can easily fit into mainstream Hindi movies too.

10 tips to keep your PARENTS SAFE

10 tips to keep your PARENTS SAFE

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

>While it is natural to feel worried about elderly parents, it would be wiser to be well prepared so you can handle situations in a calm and efficient manner, says Dr Vijay Janagama, director, new initiatives, SuVitas Holistic Healthcare.

10 yummy monsoon treats

10 yummy monsoon treats

Rediff.com27 Jun 2016

Mini Ribeiro lists down 10 of her favourite comfort monsoon foods.

Working out but not losing weight? Here's why

Working out but not losing weight? Here's why

Rediff.com7 Nov 2014

Fitness expert Brinda Sapat tells you where you're going wrong and how to break the weight loss plateau.

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 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.

Top 4 Sky Bars in Mumbai

Top 4 Sky Bars in Mumbai

Rediff.com30 Nov 2014

Enjoy the beauty of the city from the top of the world. Here is a round-up of the best four Sky Bars that you should head to, whenever the next special occasion comes by.

Vistara may add more seats in economy class to boost sales

Vistara may add more seats in economy class to boost sales

Rediff.com30 Aug 2018

To make space for the extra row, Vistara has opted for the smartLav concept offered by Airbus

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.

5 asanas to begin your yoga journey

5 asanas to begin your yoga journey

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

Yoga expert Shikha Pandey shows you how simple asanas can help you become fitter this year.

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.

10 tips to increase your sperm count

10 tips to increase your sperm count

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

Having sex every other day may be optimum, says Dr Raghuveer Karne. Prolonged abstinence can increase the number of dead sperm.

The tea seller-turned-teacher: Meet Modi's 'Mann ki Baat' hero

The tea seller-turned-teacher: Meet Modi's 'Mann ki Baat' hero

Rediff.com30 May 2018

D Prakash Rao from Cuttack uses the income earned by selling tea to educate around 70-75 slum children.

PIX: India's latest check-ins at the Rio Olympics village

PIX: India's latest check-ins at the Rio Olympics village

Rediff.com1 Aug 2016

Promising gymnast Dipa Karmakar, the women's hockey team and shooter Heena Sidhu on Sunday checked into the Olympic Village to further boost the Indian contingent at the Rio Games beginning on August 5.

Call special Parliament session to repeal farm laws: Farmers to govt

Call special Parliament session to repeal farm laws: Farmers to govt

Rediff.com2 Dec 2020

Farmer leader Darshan Pal accused the Centre of dividing farmer organisations, but it will not happen.

Early Australia Day fireworks set up consolation victory

Early Australia Day fireworks set up consolation victory

Rediff.com26 Jan 2018

Australia romped to a three-wicket victory in the fourth one-day international at Adelaide Oval on Friday after threatening to dismiss England for the lowest score in the history of the format by reducing the tourists to eight for five inside seven overs.

From Scotland to Greece... Student biked for 48 days to make it back home

From Scotland to Greece... Student biked for 48 days to make it back home

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

Kleon Papadimitriou, a Greek student in Aberdeen, Scotland undertook the adventure when flights to much of Europe were cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Mindless office habits ruining your health

Mindless office habits ruining your health

Rediff.com25 Aug 2015

...And mindful ways to break them.

'It's a huge honour winning MasterChef'

'It's a huge honour winning MasterChef'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

MasterChef Australia Season 13 winner Justin Narayan speaks about his Indian roots.

'Heroines flocked to him, but...'

'Heroines flocked to him, but...'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

'... their love was jinxed.' 'His celluloid path to his partner's heart was seldom smooth; it had to contend with greedy relatives and indecisive sweethearts, who were more ready to sacrifice than woo and wed.'

Bollywood's BEST ACTRESSES of 2019

Bollywood's BEST ACTRESSES of 2019

Rediff.com24 Dec 2019

Whether roles for women get better or not, women are getting better at their craft with each passing year. In 2019, we saw some of our finest female actors show us exciting new facets of their capabilities in ways that'll inspire how roles ought to be written for years to come.

Covid has taken sheen off India's most exclusive clubs

Covid has taken sheen off India's most exclusive clubs

Rediff.com28 Oct 2020

Few of these highly sought-after socialising and networking hubs are seeing much activity as regulars are missing in action.

10 tips to be an AWESOME co-worker

10 tips to be an AWESOME co-worker

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

One of the most important aspects of a shared space is maintaining a quiet and peaceful environment, says Prashant Garg.

Dal lovers, these recipes are meant for you!

Dal lovers, these recipes are meant for you!

Rediff.com16 Aug 2018

The humble Indian dal has found itself in Lonely Planet's Ultimate Eatlist. Here are some exciting dal recipes you can try.

Lockdown blues? Amazing things you can do online

Lockdown blues? Amazing things you can do online

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

A roundup of what you can do from the comfort of your couch while sipping on a dalgona coffee in your pajamas.

Work From Home: Tips you can follow

Work From Home: Tips you can follow

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

Six working professionals tell us how they balance time between work and family.

INCREDIBLE! How I lost 21 kg in 1.5 years

INCREDIBLE! How I lost 21 kg in 1.5 years

Rediff.com21 May 2020

Garima Bharucha, 39, from Mumbai shares her inspiring fitness journey and the lessons she learned along the way.