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Food firms see appetite for health, nutrition products

Food firms see appetite for health, nutrition products

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

Iron-rich noodles and vitamin-rich beverages are some products launched by segment majors

2024 May Witness More Natural Disasters

2024 May Witness More Natural Disasters

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

'The Weather Channel argues that India faces the gravest challenge: Climate change-induced health vulnerability.' 'This is an issue often neglected, alerts Claude Arpi: "Prolonged summers, unpredictable rains, floods, droughts, and rising sea levels are the harsh realities of climate change in the country. These factors increase the frequency and severity of illnesses, pushing people into poverty, and forcing migration".'

MAPPED: The global outbreak of coronavirus

MAPPED: The global outbreak of coronavirus

Rediff.com14 Mar 2020

Coronavirus spread through being in proximity to an infected person and inhaling droplets generated when they cough or sneeze, or touching a surface where these droplets land and then touching one's face or nose.

Population rise not religion-linked, Muslim fertility rate lowest: NGO

Population rise not religion-linked, Muslim fertility rate lowest: NGO

Rediff.com9 May 2024

In a statement, the Population Foundation of India said it is deeply concerned about recent media reports "misreporting" the findings from the study to spread alarm regarding the growth of the Muslim population in the country.

US Treasuries drive RBI's bumper surplus to Centre

US Treasuries drive RBI's bumper surplus to Centre

Rediff.com31 May 2024

A combination of factors, including heavy investments in US Treasury bonds and dollar sales at a healthy profit, facilitated the Indian central bank in transferring a record surplus of Rs 2.11 trillion to the government for 2023-24 (FY24). The RBI's dollar purchases increased in FY24, supported by robust capital inflows endorsing the economy's health.

How FarmDidi Is Changing Lives

How FarmDidi Is Changing Lives

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Each bottle of pickle that leaves FarmDidi, headed to a consumer, has a little kahani behind it -- it's linked to the tale of a life, the life of a simple, striving village woman who created it, and that's what gives Manjari Sharma satisfaction and happiness.

'A State visit is not just about the red carpet and a terrific meal'

'A State visit is not just about the red carpet and a terrific meal'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

'India matters significantly to President Biden and to this administration, and not just in South Asia or the Indo-Pacific region, but truly globally.'

Why Indians Suffer Work Burnout

Why Indians Suffer Work Burnout

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

'We all work hard and save money, and later spent it in hospitals!'

Manufacturing sector growth climbs to 4-month high in Jan

Manufacturing sector growth climbs to 4-month high in Jan

Rediff.com1 Feb 2024

India's manufacturing sector growth climbed to a four-month high in January as a sharper upturn in new orders boosted output growth amid mild cost inflation, a monthly survey said on Thursday. The seasonally adjusted HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) recovered from an 18-month low of 54.9 in December to 56.5 in January. The latest reading highlighted the strongest improvement in the health of the sector since last September.

UBS buy gives Credit Suisse India employees a glimmer of hope

UBS buy gives Credit Suisse India employees a glimmer of hope

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

UBS stepping in to save Credit Suisse with a $3.2-billion acquisition has provided the beleaguered Swiss bank's India employees a glimmer of hope. The surprise deal - engineered by the Swiss government - has triggered optimism of fewer job losses at Credit Suisse's India unit and better synergies at key verticals, such as wealth management and investment banking. "UBS is a much stronger hand. Coming within its fold will give Credit Suisse's wealth management and investment banking divisions a good home.

How GenAI Will Impact Jobs

How GenAI Will Impact Jobs

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

Jobs specialising in the creation and management of AI tools may witness rising salaries due to the niche expertise they require. Skills in AI research, development and the practical application of AI tools in business settings will also see strong demand.

Modi, Biden hail Indo-US cooperation in fighting Covid

Modi, Biden hail Indo-US cooperation in fighting Covid

Rediff.com25 Sep 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States President Joe Biden have expressed 'deep pride' and appreciation about their nations' close cooperation to fight the deadly COVID-19 pandemic, as they noted that all sections of the society were mobilised in unprecedented ways to share emergency relief supplies during each country's times of need.

Indian Diaspora faces health crisis

Indian Diaspora faces health crisis

Rediff.com5 Feb 2010

Pointing out that the Indian Diaspora is at major risk from diabetes, heart disease and other chronic problems, Ahuja, a registered dietician, says greater attention is needed for increasing awareness, promoting prevention and managing chronic diseases.

Hospitality icon PRS 'Biki' Oberoi passes away at 94

Hospitality icon PRS 'Biki' Oberoi passes away at 94

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

Prithvi Raj Singh Oberoi, the 94-year-old veteran corporate hotelier who redefined India's hospitality industry, passed away on Tuesday. The Chairman Emeritus of The Oberoi Group, popularly known as 'Biki', built a sprawling chain comprising 32 hotels during his lifetime. EIH owns the eponymous Oberoi and Trident hotel chains.

Making Drones For India's Villages

Making Drones For India's Villages

Rediff.com16 May 2024

'From our survey we found that there was a problem in the agricultural sector and drones could solve the problem.'

Top 1% Indians Earn 23% Of Income

Top 1% Indians Earn 23% Of Income

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Wealth, which can broadly be a measure of assets held as opposed to income earned, is unequally distributed.

Will act to protect US if China threatens our sovereignty: Biden

Will act to protect US if China threatens our sovereignty: Biden

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

Amidst growing tension with China over a suspected surveillance balloon, US President Joe Biden has said that the United States will act to protect if Beijing threatens its sovereignty.

'Sharks At High Risk Of Extinction'

'Sharks At High Risk Of Extinction'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2024

'Shark fins are the most sought-after shark product.'

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