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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.

Why a little bit of anxiety is a good thing

Why a little bit of anxiety is a good thing

Rediff.com28 Feb 2018

According to a study it helps you remember things.

62.54% voter turnout in 4th phase of Jharkhand polls

62.54% voter turnout in 4th phase of Jharkhand polls

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

Of the total 81 seats, elections to 50 seats concluded in the first three phases held between November 30 and December 12. The fifth and final phase of polling to 16 seats will be held on December 20 and votes will be counted on December 23.

The REASON why Taapsee-Bhumi took up Saand Ki Aankh

The REASON why Taapsee-Bhumi took up Saand Ki Aankh

Rediff.com24 Sep 2019

"There was a very emotional reason why I took up this role," Taapsee said, even as Bhumi felt 'overwhelmed' and got teary-eyed.

University of Pune -- Admission 2008-2009

University of Pune -- Admission 2008-2009

Rediff.com26 May 2008

University of Pune provides instructions for applying for 2008 --2009 admissions Entrance Test.

14-year-old kills dad, shoots 2 children, teacher at US school

14-year-old kills dad, shoots 2 children, teacher at US school

Rediff.com29 Sep 2016

The teen was apprehended within minutes as he was stopped by a longtime volunteer firefighter, authorities said.

What is Priyanka Chopra doing in Ethiopia?

What is Priyanka Chopra doing in Ethiopia?

Rediff.com27 May 2019

These pictures say more than words ever could.

US, aided by Pakistan, DESTROYED Afghanistan

US, aided by Pakistan, DESTROYED Afghanistan

Rediff.com27 Aug 2021

The US has the distinction of destroying a flawed but functioning State thrice since 1979. Pakistan has been their constant accomplice, explains Shekhar Gupta.

Sunita Williams hopes for US-India space collaboration

Sunita Williams hopes for US-India space collaboration

Rediff.com2 Apr 2013

Hoping that NASA and ISRO will collaborate in the future, US astronaut Sunita Williams said the Indian government should accelerate its space programme as a lot of students and young people are showing interest in the field.

'Barbers are the real artists'

'Barbers are the real artists'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

Celebrity hairstylist Darshan Yewalekar has some advice for Indian men.

Something seriously wrong in our society: Mehbooba on Kathua rape

Something seriously wrong in our society: Mehbooba on Kathua rape

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

Addressing the sixth convocation at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, the chief minister said the heinous act of the perpetrators "has shocked us as a society" and showed that the value system was facing a crisis.

India becoming a Global Chess Superpower

India becoming a Global Chess Superpower

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

Since 2012, 44 Indians have been anointed as grandmasters -- the highest achievement in chess, points out Arvind Subramanian, economist and former chief economic adviser to the government.

Meet the new heroine of Sathyan Anthikad

Meet the new heroine of Sathyan Anthikad

Rediff.com26 Jul 2012

Namitha Pramod talks about making her debut in Kannada films.

Ryan murder: Child couldn't cry for help due to slashed nerve

Ryan murder: Child couldn't cry for help due to slashed nerve

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

Doctor who conducted the post-mortem says the child died of excessive bleeding.

Fear over Kashmir: Terrorists gun down 2 teachers in Srinagar school

Fear over Kashmir: Terrorists gun down 2 teachers in Srinagar school

Rediff.com7 Oct 2021

Two government school teachers, including a woman, were shot dead by terrorists in Eidgah area of Srinagar amid increasing attacks on civilians in Jammu and Kashmir, police said.

Oracle makes highest offer of Rs 93 lakh at IIT-Guwahati

Oracle makes highest offer of Rs 93 lakh at IIT-Guwahati

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

Public sector firms presented interesting offers on Day Zero placements at the IITs.

Doctor! Smoking is injurious to your health

Doctor! Smoking is injurious to your health

Rediff.com30 Mar 2008

They might be role models for the larger population, but a new study shows that health professionals are one of the maximum users of tobacco in the country, with more than 50 per cent of them engaging in smoking or other activities. According to the Global Tobacco Surveillance System, lifetime prevalence of cigarette smoking and use of other tobacco products among third-year medical students was reported to be 28.2 per cent and 22 per cent respectively.

Athlete suicide: NHRC notice to Sports Authority of India, Kerala Govt

Athlete suicide: NHRC notice to Sports Authority of India, Kerala Govt

Rediff.com20 May 2015

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) issued notices to Kerala Government and Sports Authority of India (SAI) after a young female athlete committed suicide at the SAI hostel in Alapuzha on May 7.

Sports Shorts: Boston marathon winner to turn pro

Sports Shorts: Boston marathon winner to turn pro

Rediff.com19 Apr 2018

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Thursday

Shirin: I don't want to do C-grade films

Shirin: I don't want to do C-grade films

Rediff.com9 Feb 2012

Actress Shirin Shringar talks about making a comeback in Kanadda films.

The General who is shaking things up at the AMU

The General who is shaking things up at the AMU

Rediff.com5 Oct 2013

"They call me the Class 10 vice-chancellor," he says as his thin lips flirt with a smile. You almost feel that the tall man of spare build is being facetious. And then you see that his deep set eyes are not twinkling. There is a sense of the combative in them.

Amazing photos of the month: March

Amazing photos of the month: March

Rediff.com2 Apr 2018

Here's a glimpse of all that happened around the world last month, in 20 images.

The BEST International Films of 2021

The BEST International Films of 2021

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite films, most of them shown at international film festivals held virtually (Berlinale and Rotterdam), hybrid (Toronto) or physical (Cannes and Venice).

Indian-American killed, another injured in shootings at US stores

Indian-American killed, another injured in shootings at US stores

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

Parmjit Singh, a 44-year-old father of two high school students, was shot multiple times.

Loans: Women take longer to pay off than men

Loans: Women take longer to pay off than men

Rediff.com3 Jan 2008

Women take more time to pay off their student debts than men, figures based on British government projections for students who started university in 2006 show.

Safdarjung docs' strike goes on; govt mulls action

Safdarjung docs' strike goes on; govt mulls action

Rediff.com8 Sep 2010

Around 1200 doctors of Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital continued to be on strike for the second day on Wednesday after their talks with the authorities were inconclusive.

Meet Asha, the robotic nurse

Meet Asha, the robotic nurse

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

'Imagine taking care of a patient who is infected with Covid. A human nurse is unable to do that due to fear of infection. The robot can do that task, while it is controlled or supervised by the human nurse. So the robot becomes an extension of the nurse.'

In pix: An Indian family that inspires pilots

In pix: An Indian family that inspires pilots

Rediff.com29 Jul 2019

Since 1954, the Bhasins have collectively flown every aircraft in India.

Education turns core poll issue in TN, can break AIADMK-BJP ties

Education turns core poll issue in TN, can break AIADMK-BJP ties

Rediff.com22 Oct 2020

Higher education policy may be at the core of the Tamil Nadu assembly polls next May, with a potential to break the ties between the ruling AIADMK in the state and the BJP counterpart at the national level, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Coming soon: A football that powers cell phone!

Coming soon: A football that powers cell phone!

Rediff.com6 Jul 2010

A football that generates electricity to charge a cell phone or power a light from a short kick is set for trial at the 2010 FIFA World Cup host South Africa.

Swimming: Gulf women aiming to break down barriers

Swimming: Gulf women aiming to break down barriers

Rediff.com13 Aug 2016

Nada Albedwawi dreams of one day swimming on a relay team but she knows that can only happen if enough other Emirati women take the plunge. In a socially conservative region, where women's competitive sport faces significant cultural obstacles, the only female swimmer competing for the United Arab Emirates at the Rio Olympics remained undaunted on Friday. "My main goal is to break down these barriers, these gender barriers, and pave the way for other female swimmers," said Albedwawi after her 50m freestyle heat. "Especially in our country, people are reluctant to start something new.

Stalin Prepares For Battle Of 2024

Stalin Prepares For Battle Of 2024

Rediff.com6 May 2022

The going is not going to be easy for the DMK and its allies in Elections 2024. Despite the seats sweepstake in the 2021 assembly polls, the vote-share difference of 5.6% (DMK's 45.38% versus AIADMK-BJP's 39.72%) is not insurmountable on a bad day, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

CAT 2017: Aspirants find data interpretation, logical reasoning tough

CAT 2017: Aspirants find data interpretation, logical reasoning tough

Rediff.com27 Nov 2017

Familiar models of questions were absent and every set had 'unfamiliar' written all over it.

Who will replace Rishi in The Intern remake?

Who will replace Rishi in The Intern remake?

Rediff.com13 May 2020

And why is Nawaz getting serious?

How supermodel Gisele Bundchen battled anxiety

How supermodel Gisele Bundchen battled anxiety

Rediff.com18 Dec 2018

Harper's Bazaar's cover girl for January/February 2019, reveals what it takes to be a model.

Fortune names its World's 50 Greatest Leaders

Fortune names its World's 50 Greatest Leaders

Rediff.com20 Apr 2018

The students of Marjory Stoneman Douglas and other United States schools, Tim Cook, India's Indira Jaising and Mukesh Ambani. The names mentioned above have nothing in common... until now. They have all been named as Fortune's World's 50 Greatest Leaders. Here are some of the prominent names mentioned in the list.

Akshay Kumar's Khiladis Over the Years

Akshay Kumar's Khiladis Over the Years

Rediff.com5 Jun 2017

Khiladi turns 25!

Saudi Surprises

Saudi Surprises

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

'I am hoping that now with the strategic status of our relationship, the Indian voice will get heard in Saudi Arabia,' says Ambassador B S Prakash.

15 BEAUTIFUL stories, told on screen

15 BEAUTIFUL stories, told on screen

Rediff.com12 Mar 2021

Aseem Chhabra introduces us to the best of Berlinale.

Inspiring! They donate their hair to cancer patients

Inspiring! They donate their hair to cancer patients

Rediff.com18 Oct 2019

Having cancer can be devastating. But for women, the side-effects of the disease, especially the loss of hair, is the hardest part.