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How to keep summer infections at bay

How to keep summer infections at bay

Rediff.com1 May 2019

Your sunscreen should contain mineral sun blocks like zinc oxide, titanium dioxide and iron oxide, says cosmetologist Dr Rinky Kapoor.

Is that a painting or a sari weave?

Is that a painting or a sari weave?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2021

Can you ever imagine seeing Shrinathji of Nathdwara in Rajasthan weaved to come alive in Jamdani? This sari is to mark the 2021 Handloom Day Special on August 7, masterfully crafted by acclaimed weaver, Lakshmana Rao Tammisetty from Andhra Pradesh, says Ranjani Govind.

Guarding the face: ex-boxer Haye launches mask to fight COVID-19

Guarding the face: ex-boxer Haye launches mask to fight COVID-19

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

Launching The Black Mask Company, Haye said the design was inspired by police masks in Vietnam, where there have been no recorded deaths from COVID-19, and that he wanted to help protect the environment.

Include repeal of agri laws in agenda for fresh talks: Farmers to govt

Include repeal of agri laws in agenda for fresh talks: Farmers to govt

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

The unions said the minimum support price (MSP) cannot be separated from the demand of repealing the contentious agriculture laws, asserting that the issue of a legal guarantee for the MSP is a key part of their agitation.

The odd, odd world we live in!

The odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com18 Jan 2019

Eight images that prove it's a wonderfully bizarre world.

Confused about the stock market? Here's Help

Confused about the stock market? Here's Help

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

'Is it advisable to have more number of scrips in small quantities or a few scrips in big quantities?'

TELL US: What was your first salary?

TELL US: What was your first salary?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2019

What did your first salary mean to you? What did you do with it. Share your stories with us.

Textile exports: Even Bangladesh is better than India!

Textile exports: Even Bangladesh is better than India!

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

The primary problem is that India's garment factories are too small and they typically have 150 people and about 80 machines.

Modi govt forced Pakistan to talk peace

Modi govt forced Pakistan to talk peace

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

'Under National Security Advisor Ajit Kumar Doval and now Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat, India began to actively work on Pakistani internal faultlines with a possibility of the break-up of Pakistan as the only solution,' observes Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Why Indian textile mills find Ethiopia attractive

Why Indian textile mills find Ethiopia attractive

Rediff.com23 Jan 2019

Indian companies feel it will be difficult to take on the competition from Bangladesh, Cambodia and others, with their made-in-India products. Ethiopia offers ready-to-use sheds, income tax breaks, training subsidies, and a tax-free gateway into the US, Europe and China. Moreover, labour is available for $60 per month compared to $130-$150 in India.

Why reopening LoC trade routes remain a pipedream for Kashmir traders

Why reopening LoC trade routes remain a pipedream for Kashmir traders

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

The chances of the posts opening remain slim, with security agencies recently identifying 10 suspects who smuggled in weapons, narcotics and fake currency.

India aims for record 298.3 m tonne foodgrain output in 20-21

India aims for record 298.3 m tonne foodgrain output in 20-21

Rediff.com16 Apr 2020

Riding high on the hopes of a normal monsoon, the agriculture ministry aims to increase foodgrain production by 6.35 million tonnes to a record 298.3 million tonnes in the 2020-21 crop year. The foodgrain output in the 2019-20 crop year (July-June) is estimated at an all-time high 291.95 million tonnes, as per the second advance estimates released by the ministry in February.

'Hindu philosophy was sophisticated under Mughals'

'Hindu philosophy was sophisticated under Mughals'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

'Second-class citizenship would have been meaningless to a Hindu in the Mughal empire.'

MSP of 14 summer crops hiked, paddy's raised by Rs 200 a quintal

MSP of 14 summer crops hiked, paddy's raised by Rs 200 a quintal

Rediff.com4 Jul 2018

The decision, taken by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, comes less than a year before next general election.

BJP builds on early gains in Telangana

BJP builds on early gains in Telangana

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

The BJP has incorporated caste as a significant component of its politics.

Infections rise in Nagpur with second wave

Infections rise in Nagpur with second wave

Rediff.com10 Apr 2021

One reason for the surge in cases is the spread of infection at large weddings. Weddings turned out to be super spreaders.

Vayu weakens monsoon, raising spectre of drought

Vayu weakens monsoon, raising spectre of drought

Rediff.com15 Jun 2019

By June 14, the monsoon should have reached central India. But this year it hasn't even covered Karnataka properly or entered the Northeast.

How BCCI's often-critcised NCA got Mavi-Nagarkoti up and running in 2 years

How BCCI's often-critcised NCA got Mavi-Nagarkoti up and running in 2 years

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

NCA came into the picture at just the right time to rebuild their bodies and careers.

Jairam wipes shoe with garland, sparks another row

Jairam wipes shoe with garland, sparks another row

Rediff.com26 Jul 2011

Union Rural Development Minister Jairam Ramesh has kicked up yet another controversy by wiping his shoe with a garland of spun cotton that was given to him as a welcome gesture by Congress members at a public function in Bikaner district of Rajasthan.Chief Minister Ashok Gehot was also present at the function at Kolayat area in Bikaner on Monday, where the duo distributed sanction letters of the first installment of grant aid under the Mukhyamantri Gramin BPL Awas Yojana.

A new underwear to keep men cool!

A new underwear to keep men cool!

Rediff.com21 Apr 2018

It is helpful in tackling infertility among men.

Is Thomsen's anti-snoring pillow worth Rs 8,495?

Is Thomsen's anti-snoring pillow worth Rs 8,495?

Rediff.com7 May 2019

While the nuances of loft (thickness) and filling should take care of most people's sleep, noisy sleepers may be looking for more comfort, says Veer Arjun Singh.

A day in a Bollywood actor's life

A day in a Bollywood actor's life

Rediff.com9 Nov 2017

Just what do actors *do* the whole day? We find out.

Centre clears Rs 23k-cr Mumbai Metro line-3

Centre clears Rs 23k-cr Mumbai Metro line-3

Rediff.com29 Jun 2013

The project is scheduled to be completed by March 2019, while work is expected to start by this financial year.

'We must buy less, buy better and wear it for longer'

'We must buy less, buy better and wear it for longer'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

''Fashion without a conscience is a ticking time bomb.'

Gujarat loses groundnut turf to South

Gujarat loses groundnut turf to South

Rediff.com10 Jul 2007

Cotton's gain is groundnut's loss in Gujarat. While farmers are rushing to increase the acreage for Bt Cotton in Gujarat, groundnut cultivation is taking a beating in the state.

ASK ROOPASHREE: How do I cure back pain?

ASK ROOPASHREE: How do I cure back pain?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2021

Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma answers your health queries.

Kabhi kabhi, Aditi

Kabhi kabhi, Aditi

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

The stunning star closed the show for Archana Rao.

PIX: Hamilton makes a statement as F1 gets back on track

PIX: Hamilton makes a statement as F1 gets back on track

Rediff.com3 Jul 2020

Formula One got back on track in changed circumstances on Friday but with Mercedes bringing a familiar look to the timing sheets as six times World champion Lewis Hamilton led team mate Valtteri Bottas one-two in Austrian Grand Prix free practice. The Briton did 41 laps and lapped with a best time of one minute 04.816 seconds in a damp and overcast session, 0.356 faster than the Finn.

Apparel industry's wishlist

Apparel industry's wishlist

Rediff.com22 Feb 2011

Apparel exports have been declining on the back of rise in cotton and cotton yarn prices.

Govt likely to fast-track import restrictions on 371 Chinese goods

Govt likely to fast-track import restrictions on 371 Chinese goods

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

The government has been gearing up to place tighter restrictions on the import of 371 items - ranging from toys and plastic goods to sports items, and furniture worth $127 billion.

These celebrities wear handloom. Do you?

These celebrities wear handloom. Do you?

Rediff.com17 Aug 2016

Famous homegrown faces wear India on their sleeves.

States' own versions of farm Bills are falling short on farmers' needs

States' own versions of farm Bills are falling short on farmers' needs

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

Though the Bills of Punjab and Rajasthan have a lot of similarities, the one approved by the Chhattisgarh Assembly is structurally different. None of the three has tried to address a key demand of the agitating farmers in full, which is to make all payments below the MSP, within and outside mandis, illegal.

Indian exporters feel the heat of India-China tension

Indian exporters feel the heat of India-China tension

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

The FIEO on Thursday reiterated that the Customs authorities at several ports in India had ordered a sudden examination of Chinese consignments without any official word from the government, and this may have led to the Chinese retribution.

'Gamosa' to 'Joi Aai Asom', signs that shaped Assam protests

'Gamosa' to 'Joi Aai Asom', signs that shaped Assam protests

Rediff.com14 Dec 2019

The Assamese 'gamosa' and the salutation 'Joi Aai Asom' along with the cry 'Ho!Ho!' has become the symbol of the protests raging the state against the amended Citizenship Act.

Making Hrithik-Aishwarya look gorgeous in Jodhaa Akbar

Making Hrithik-Aishwarya look gorgeous in Jodhaa Akbar

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

Costume designer Neeta Lulla on her fabulous work on the film, which won her a National Award.

11.11, Eka, Maku: Slow fashion for a fast world

11.11, Eka, Maku: Slow fashion for a fast world

Rediff.com7 Feb 2018

Slow fashion for a fast world.

More states make wearing masks mandatory in public

More states make wearing masks mandatory in public

Rediff.com9 Apr 2020

MP and Odisha to fine people who are found roaming outside without wearing masks. Rajasthan and Punjab pass similar orders.

9 Saree Materials Every Woman Should Own

9 Saree Materials Every Woman Should Own

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

For people who love wearing sarees or who have to wear them at least for family functions, selecting the right saree material that suits the occasion, season or your body type is always a mystery. Here are some saree materials that we suggest every woman should own.

PM Modi, you have time on your side

PM Modi, you have time on your side

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

The last three prime ministers who served full terms started out in their early 70s. Mr Modi is younger and fitter than all of them. But he needs to find it in him to change course if he is to beat the odds, notes T N Ninan.

A day in the life of desperate Indian farmers

A day in the life of desperate Indian farmers

Rediff.com13 Jan 2011

Despite toiling hard for long hours, they hardly get the right price for the produce nor do they get timely assistance from the government.