News for 'health check-up'

Shiv Sena releases manifesto, no mention of Aarey

Shiv Sena releases manifesto, no mention of Aarey

Rediff.com12 Oct 2019

We stand by our decision to oppose the proposed car shed at Aarey Colony, said Uddhav.

As water recedes, airlines to take stock of damage

As water recedes, airlines to take stock of damage

Rediff.com5 Dec 2015

Would all the planes standing around in the floodwaters able to fly out this weekend, if the waters recede? Or would they need to go for a health check-up?

PHOTOS: 125 year old yoga guru receives Padma Shri

PHOTOS: 125 year old yoga guru receives Padma Shri

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

Born on 8 August 1896 in Sylhet district (now in Bangladesh) of undivided India, Swami Sivananda lost his mother and father at the age of six. Due to abject poverty, his beggar parents could feed him mainly boiled rice water during his childhood days.

India Inc to empower women, dole out freebies

India Inc to empower women, dole out freebies

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

Yes Bank said it is set to unveil a branch to be operated exclusively by women.

West Bengal Congress president Somen Mitra dies at 78

West Bengal Congress president Somen Mitra dies at 78

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

Sources at the private hospital where Mitra was admitted to said he died due to heart and age-related ailments.

How To Save More Money In 2023

How To Save More Money In 2023

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

Ask your bank to save for you. Plan your taxes. Reward yourself for your addictions... Chartered accountant Shreya Jaiswal's 10 ways to make more money this year.

Insurance Guru: 'Insurer won't pay complete claim'

Insurance Guru: 'Insurer won't pay complete claim'

Rediff.com10 May 2022

Roopam Asthana, CEO and whole-time director, Liberty General Insurance Ltd, answers your queries about HEALTH insurance and AUTO insurance.

Atiq killers shifted from Prayagraj jail

Atiq killers shifted from Prayagraj jail

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

The assailants -- Mohit alias Sunny (23) of Hamirpur, Lavlesh Tiwari (22) of Banda and Arun Maurya (18) of Kasganj -- were arrested soon after the dramatic shootout outside the Prayagraj hospital where policemen were escorting the brothers for a medical check-up Saturday night.

'Mediclaim rejected. Please help'

'Mediclaim rejected. Please help'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

Rakesh Kaul, CDO, Edelweiss General Insurance, answers your health insurance queries.

How to keep your health insurance premiums low

How to keep your health insurance premiums low

Rediff.com18 Nov 2013

Is the cost of medical cover too high? Opt for co-payments or deductible plans. Here's more on when they work the best.

Should you buy OPD, diagnostics insurance?

Should you buy OPD, diagnostics insurance?

Rediff.com27 Feb 2018

Before you buy a cashless benefit plan at lower premiums, check if you can make full use of it. Most don't even exhaust the entire benefit.

Amit Shah admitted to AIIMS again

Amit Shah admitted to AIIMS again

Rediff.com13 Sep 2020

The 55-year-old Bharatiya Janata Party leader had tested positive for coronavirus on August 2 when he was taken to private hospital Medanta in Gurgaon.

The Dalai Lama and Jataka Tales!

The Dalai Lama and Jataka Tales!

Rediff.com20 Mar 2022

Glimpses of His Holiness The Dalai Lama seen in public for the first time in two years.

Mediclaim: 5 Frequently Asked Questions

Mediclaim: 5 Frequently Asked Questions

Rediff.com5 Jul 2022

Do you know the most common exclusions in a mediclaim plan? Or, why your base premium keeps increasing over a period of time?

Vashi market to shut for a week, Mumbai faces vegetable shortage

Vashi market to shut for a week, Mumbai faces vegetable shortage

Rediff.com9 May 2020

The government of Maharashtra decided to shut operations at APMC Vashi mandi between May 11 and 17 after confirmed cases of Covid-19 surpassed 80 in the APMC and over 450 across Navi Mumbai, where the mandi is located.

Visit A Doc Frequently? Opt For OPD Cover

Visit A Doc Frequently? Opt For OPD Cover

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

Most traditional health insurance plans didn't cover the cost of such treatments earlier, but several recently launched policies do offer such coverage -- some as a rider, and a few as standalone covers, points out Sarbajeet K Sen.

Youth hate disorder, anarchy: Modi on Mann ki Baat

Youth hate disorder, anarchy: Modi on Mann ki Baat

Rediff.com29 Dec 2019

Addressing his last 'Mann ki Baat' of 2019, the prime minister said the youth hate anarchy and disorder and dislike casteism, nepotism and favouritism, remarks that come in the backdrop of recent violent protests in various university campuses over the Citizenship Amendment Act and proposed National Register of Citizens.

Guj exam paper leak: AAP leader on hunger strike hospitalised

Guj exam paper leak: AAP leader on hunger strike hospitalised

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

Gujarat Aam Aadmi Party leader Mahesh Savani was hospitalised after his health deteriorated during hunger strike against the ruling BJP in Gujarat over the alleged leak of examination paper for the recruitment of head clerks in government departments.

'Shramik Special' trains to ferry migrants, students

'Shramik Special' trains to ferry migrants, students

Rediff.com1 May 2020

Each train is likely to carry around 1,000-1,200 passengers, keeping in mind the social-distancing protocol.

Maharashtra lockdown 4.0: What's allowed, what's not

Maharashtra lockdown 4.0: What's allowed, what's not

Rediff.com19 May 2020

The Maharashtra government announced categorisation of various areas into red and non-red zones

Live Your Best Life AFTER Menopause

Live Your Best Life AFTER Menopause

Rediff.com30 Jul 2022

The inclination for sex also increases because the messiness of periods, the need for contraception and the fear of pregnancy are over, the nest is empty and her partner retired, with all the time in the world at their disposal to indulge in such activities, which makes them enjoy it all the more!

Money is not mine, time will tell who conspire against me: Partha Chatterjee

Money is not mine, time will tell who conspire against me: Partha Chatterjee

Rediff.com31 Jul 2022

Asked further if anybody was conspiring against him, he said: "You will get to know when the time comes."

Murugha seer hospitalised after being arrested in sexual abuse case

Murugha seer hospitalised after being arrested in sexual abuse case

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

Police sources said the seer was questioned for several hours after his arrest late on Thursday night. He reportedly developed some health complication soon after he was sent to jail.

WELLNESS GURU: Should I wear sunscreen while using my laptop?

WELLNESS GURU: Should I wear sunscreen while using my laptop?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

While the excess use of electronic devices will definitely have some side effects, constantly layering the skin might is not the solution, says Wellness Guru Roopashree Sharma.

APMC mandi in Navi Mumbai to go digital to combat coronavirus

APMC mandi in Navi Mumbai to go digital to combat coronavirus

Rediff.com16 May 2020

People in the know said plans were afoot to begin the sale of all food grains through online, with a major quantity through auctions that would be later extended to other commodities.

Rahul Gandhi underwent coronavirus test on return from Italy

Rahul Gandhi underwent coronavirus test on return from Italy

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

The Congress leader followed the drill issued by the Director-General of Civil Aviation for all passengers coming from Italy, which mandates a thorough check-up for covid-19, reports R Rajagopalan.

'Ganguly conscious and doctors keeping constant vigil'

'Ganguly conscious and doctors keeping constant vigil'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

The former India captain was hospitalised at 1 pm on Saturday with "chest discomfort, the heaviness of head, vomiting and a spell of dizziness" while performing physical exercise in the home gymnasium at around 11 am. Following this, he underwent an angioplasty.

Stick with your insurer even if medical policy is withdrawn

Stick with your insurer even if medical policy is withdrawn

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

Moving to a new company means losing out on continuity benefits

How to reduce your insurance premium by 30%

How to reduce your insurance premium by 30%

Rediff.com14 Dec 2017

Staying healthy can reduce your next premium. Through wellness programmes, policyholders can get discounts ranging from 8 per cent to 30 per cent.

'None of us are showing any symptom'

'None of us are showing any symptom'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2020

'The facilities here are neat and clean; proper hygiene is maintained.' 'This is better than what we had expected in India.'

Dead lizard found in veg biryani served on train

Dead lizard found in veg biryani served on train

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

The ministry cancelled the caterer's contract following tweets surfaced of the incident.

Better to revive old LIC policy or buy new one?

Better to revive old LIC policy or buy new one?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

LIC is currently allowing customers to revive policies that have lapsed for more than two years.

Akhilesh breaks ice with Azam Khan; Rampur-Azamgarh quid pro quo?

Akhilesh breaks ice with Azam Khan; Rampur-Azamgarh quid pro quo?

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday met senior party leader Azam Khan at Delhi's Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, a meeting that came amid speculations of a rift between both leaders.

Why is Janhvi rushing to hospital?

Why is Janhvi rushing to hospital?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

Rediff.com's Contributing Photographer Pradeep Bandekar captures glimpses of the stars on Sunday.

5 Tips To Take Care Of Your Teeth

5 Tips To Take Care Of Your Teeth

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

Those with gum disease are at an increased risk for developing heart disease, warns Dr Karishma Jaradi, head dental surgeon at Dentzz Dental.

Hazare's fast enters 5th day, villagers block state highway

Hazare's fast enters 5th day, villagers block state highway

Rediff.com3 Feb 2019

Hazare has been on a hunger strike since Wednesday demanding appointment of anti-corruption watchdogs at the Centre and in Maharashtra.

Let's have a race: Kamal Nath's fitness challenge to Shivraj

Let's have a race: Kamal Nath's fitness challenge to Shivraj

Rediff.com3 Oct 2021

Nath's fitness challenge comes in the wake of Chouhan, 62, repeatedly targetting him over his age and health, saying that he was resting in Delhi.

Sharad Pawar hospitalised a day earlier following abdominal pain

Sharad Pawar hospitalised a day earlier following abdominal pain

Rediff.com30 Mar 2021

Nationalist Congress Party chief Sharad Pawar was on Tuesday admitted to a hospital in Mumbai, a day ahead of the scheduled surgery, after he experienced pain in his abdomen, a party leader said.

Govt allows movement of stranded migrants, tourists, students

Govt allows movement of stranded migrants, tourists, students

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

In an order, Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla said buses shall be used for transport of such groups of stranded people and these vehicles will be sanitised and will have to follow safe social distancing norms in seating.

Rising child healthcare cost? Opt for family floater plan

Rising child healthcare cost? Opt for family floater plan

Rediff.com26 Nov 2019

Once the child is 90 days old, parents must add her to the family health floater cover, suggests Sanjay Kumar Singh.