Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Nitin Narkhede your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.
Marcus Stoinis says a ready reckoner in how to have a long T20 career has already been created by 40-plus stalwarts like Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Faf du Plessis.
A growing preference for convenience products and hybrid media consumption, and a surge in digital engagement have led to a rise in the average basket size for fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) among rural consumers. The average of the rural FMCG basket saw a 60 per cent rise from 5.8 in 2022 to 9.3 in 2024 as it expanded to include convenience products like ready-to-eat packages and beverages, stated the fifth edition of the Rural Barometer Report, brought out jointly by GroupM and Kantar, which surveyed 4,376 rural adults across 20 states.
The project also aims to address critical gaps in rural sports infrastructure, particularly at the block level, where facilities remain underdeveloped.
Amid a debate over 70-90-hour work week, the pre-Budget Economic Survey on Friday cited studies to state that spending over 60 hours a week on work could have adverse health effects. The survey noted that spending long hours at one's desk is detrimental to mental well-being and individuals who spend 12 or more hours (per day) at a desk have distressed or struggling levels of mental well-being.
The police went to Robin Uthappa's house to issue a notice. Since he does not reside at that address at present, a warrant has been executed for the former cricketer.
Designer duo Shivan and Narresh, who are facing backlash for displaying 'obscene' garments at a fashion show in Gulmarg last week, have said their sole intention was to celebrate creativity and regret any hurt caused by the event during the holy month of Ramzan.
Like men, women also suffer from low libido, skin problems like dry skin, and digestive distress, warns Dr Manisha Tomar.
Here is a snapshot of what worked for the BJP and what worked against the AAP in the Delhi assembly elections.
rediffGURU Niharikka Budhwani offers advice on how to correct lifestyle disorders with the right diet and nutrition.
Ask rediffGURU and PF and MF expert Janak Patel your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.
And here's why it's part of their wardrobe.
From Saif Ali Khan's sabse bada beta's streaming debut to how to make potstickers with Prince Charles' chhoti bahu, it's all there on OTT this week.
Housing sales rose 7 per cent annually in 2024 across eight major cities to reach 12-year high at 3,50,613 units on better demand for premium homes amid stable mortgage rates and strong economic growth, according to Knight Frank. Last month, real estate consultant Anarock, however, had reported that housing sales declined 4 per cent in 2024 to nearly 4.6 lakh units across seven major cities.
'Sushant Singh Rajput threw Rhea Chakraborty out of his house six days before he died.'
If you are overweight or obese, or suffer from stress and anxiety, it will affect your gut health, leading to acidity, says Dr Meghraj Ingle.
'Understand your financial goals. Next, categorise them by size. Then evaluate your investment options.'
In 2024 alone, South India saw the highest rise in sales in the luxury segment, with Tamil Nadu reportedly registering a 19.3 per cent increase in premium car registrations from 2022-23
rediffGURU Rajiv Kovil, a senior diabetologist and obesity specialist, offers advice on how you can alter your diet and lifestyle to maintain healthy sugar levels.
'Gyanendra back on the throne would be bad news for the Nepali people. He may not have learnt from his experience, but we have.'
Unbelievable, did you say? Ramalingam Kalirajan explains the simple math.
Around 7.4 per cent of Indians aged 60 and above are affected by dementia. This number is expected to rise from the current 8.8 million to 17 million by 2036, marking a 97 per cent increase.
rediffGURU Nidhi Gupta offers advice on how to diagnose your illnesses and heal from pain and injuries.
Tata group retail firm Trent Ltd reported a 34 percent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 496.54 crore in the December quarter, helped by the expansion of the store network and increase in attractive value propositions. The company's consolidated revenue from operations grew 34.32 per cent to Rs 4,656.56 crore during the quarter under review. Trent is also pursuing store portfolio optimization, which involves upgrading or consolidating smaller footprint stores with newer stores in more attractive micro markets.
Apollo Hospitals Enterprise is set to expand presence in metro cities during FY26 with the addition of five hospitals that would add over 1,400 beds.
When you're stressed, your body releases hormones like cortisol and adrenaline, which can interfere with your digestion process and cause excessive acid production, says Dr Aklesh Tandekar, head-consultant critical care, Wockhardt Hospitals.
In Week 6 of Rediff.com's Get Fit With Yoga series, rediffGURU Pushpa R teaches you the Baddha Konasana aka Butterfly Pose.
'The retail business was somewhat slow initially, but it has picked up over the past seven to eight days. Following Makar Sankranti, there is a renewed sense of positivity.'
Singh's humility and grounded nature were highlighted in a heartfelt social media memoir by Uttar Pradesh Minister of State for Social Welfare (Independent Charge) Asim Arun.
Dr Ashish Mishra, consultant interventional cardiologist, Wockhardt Hospitals, explains how smoking and alcohol can impair your heart health and lead to cardiac arrest.
Edamame + truffle oil + basmati rice = an exquisite combo.
'When they took my name, I went numb.' 'Before I went on stage, my dress got caught in my shoe!' 'I said, stay calm.' 'Then I started walking and was like, okay, now think of what you're going to say, quickly!'
Life will continue to throw curve balls at me and I will have to keep evolving my strategy to deal with each situation. But I sure do feel hopeful and grateful for each day of life. And that surely helps to keep me going, notes Aarti David.
If you are overweight, you will gradually complain of excruciating knee and joint pain while walking, running, squatting, sitting down and taking the stairs, warns Dr Anup Khatri.
'A healthy lifestyle does show. You are what you eat. You are how you sleep. Your skin is what you put into your body.' 'So it's all a reflection of everything encompassed together, whether you know how you are in your heart, in your soul.'
Late-stage diagnosis is a major issue, with over 75 per cent of cases being detected at advanced stages (50 per cent at Stage 3 and 25 per cent at Stage 4). This significantly reduces survival rates.
'Obesity, especially central obesity and increased visceral fat due to physical inactivity, along with the consumption of high-calorie, high-fat, and high-sugar diets, are major contributing factors.'
What does this mean for you? Ramalingam Kalirajan explains.
'Virat plans to move to London with his children and wife, Anushka Sharma.'
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