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'Indian Cricket Changed My Life'

'Indian Cricket Changed My Life'

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

'I have a deep affection for Indian cricket. If someone asked me to come back, I wouldn't say no.'

Dhoni breaks silence on his IPL future

Dhoni breaks silence on his IPL future

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni said he will decide on his IPL future after working hard for 6-8 months and assessing whether his body can cope with the demands of the game.

Knee Pain? Your Weight Could Be The Cause

Knee Pain? Your Weight Could Be The Cause

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

If you reduce 1 kg of weight, the weight on your knees will be reduced by four times, says senior physiotherapist Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan.

Best and Worst Foods To Eat Before and After Yoga

Best and Worst Foods To Eat Before and After Yoga

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Your yoga practice doesn't start on the mat; it begins in the kitchen, says Dr Yogrishi Vishvketu, global yoga educator and founder of the Akhanda Yoga Institute.

Suryavanshi a fantastic attraction for the sport: Waugh

Suryavanshi a fantastic attraction for the sport: Waugh

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Steve Waugh expressed disbelief at 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi's impeccable timing and advised him to focus on 'control' to avoid being a supernova.

Jitu Rai's 'basic tips' turn teen shooter into World champ

Jitu Rai's 'basic tips' turn teen shooter into World champ

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

Suruchi Singh, an 18-year-old shooting sensation, has been making waves in the world of shooting. After winning a flurry of medals at India's top domestic competitions, Suruchi's next step was international success.

Jyothi Yarraji reveals secret mantra after golden run

Jyothi Yarraji reveals secret mantra after golden run

Rediff.com29 May 2025

A fitter and faster Jyothi Yarraji admitted she was under stress to defend her 100m hurdles title, but focusing on timing rather than the medal helped her stay calm while clinching her second successive gold at the Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi, South Korea, on Thursday.

Himanta's latest: Gogoi visited Pak on ISI invitation

Himanta's latest: Gogoi visited Pak on ISI invitation

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday alleged that Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi visited Pakistan on an invitation from its spy agency Inter-Services Intelligence, and that he worked closely with the establishment of the neighbouring nation.

How To Get More Iron, Protein For Kids

How To Get More Iron, Protein For Kids

Rediff.com9 May 2025

rediffGURU Dr Deepa Suvarna offers advice on how to keep your kids healthy.

World Health Day: 10 Tips For First-Time Moms

World Health Day: 10 Tips For First-Time Moms

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Writing your thoughts in a journal, listening to music or doing deep breathing exercises will do wonders for the mental well-being of new mothers, says Dr Kaishreen Khan, consultant-obstetrician and gynaecologist, Motherhood Hospitals.

IIT Kharagpur student found hanging in hostel room; police launch probe

IIT Kharagpur student found hanging in hostel room; police launch probe

Rediff.com4 May 2025

A third-year BTech student of IIT Kharagpur was found hanging in his hostel room on Sunday, the third such incident at the institute this year. Mohammad Asif Qamar, a civil engineering student, was found dead in his room in Madanmohan Malviya Hall. The institute said it is cooperating with authorities in the investigation and has offered condolences to Qamar's family. The institute has also reiterated its commitment to providing counseling services to students.

BFI hold mental fitness session for boxers, coaches

BFI hold mental fitness session for boxers, coaches

Rediff.com19 Apr 2020

Talking of the crisis and its impact on sports, Nieva said things would never be the same again but asserted that people will not give up on live sports either.

US prisoner chooses to be executed by firing squad

US prisoner chooses to be executed by firing squad

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

A convicted murderer is set to be executed by firing squad in the United States state of South Carolina on Friday, marking the state's first use of the method and the first such execution in the US in nearly 15 years.

'Ekta Decided To Cast Smriti As Tulsi'

'Ekta Decided To Cast Smriti As Tulsi'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

'Star didn't think Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi was good enough to come immediately after KBC.' 'Except for Ekta, no one imagined it would become such a hit.'

Marching into history: 17 women cadets graduate from NDA

Marching into history: 17 women cadets graduate from NDA

Rediff.com30 May 2025

The first batch of women cadets joined the NDA's 148th course in 2022 after the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) allowed women to apply to the defence academy following a Supreme Court direction in 2021.

When wives kill: Women, crime, and breaking of stereotypes

When wives kill: Women, crime, and breaking of stereotypes

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Until they were arrested on charges of murdering their husbands. That they were women from small towns who broke out of stereotype in the most brutal way possible led to sensational headlines, frantic curiosity and also gave fodder to a series of misogynistic memes and jokes.

'Congress Must Expose Shashi Tharoor's Lies'

'Congress Must Expose Shashi Tharoor's Lies'

Rediff.com29 May 2025

'Shashi Tharoor is destroying the history of India.' 'He is distorting facts about the Congress party.'

'Gill has a very bright future as a captain'

'Gill has a very bright future as a captain'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Rashid Khan says the pressure of performance in IPL is more than the World Cup and Shubman Gill as the leader of Gujarat Titans has a great opportunity to take bold decisions to prove his credentials as a great captain.

Can Test Reboot Win England Series?

Can Test Reboot Win England Series?

Rediff.com25 May 2025

All eyes will be on Captain Shubman Gill and Coach Gautam Gambhir to lead the Indian Test team into a bold new era.

Virat Kohli's Best Test Knocks

Virat Kohli's Best Test Knocks

Rediff.com12 May 2025

As he closes the most revered chapter of his career, here are some of his best Test knocks:

5 Ways To Reduce Bloating During Periods

5 Ways To Reduce Bloating During Periods

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Dr Smita Naram, co-founder of Ayushakti, explains how simple remedies like a warm cup of ginger tea can help reduce bloating and flatulence during periods.

Husband Telling You To Quit Studies?

Husband Telling You To Quit Studies?

Rediff.com9 May 2025

If your husband isn't willing to stand by you during a temporary phase of physical distance while you pursue something valuable, then you're not the one breaking the marriage; he is, says rediffGURU Kanchan Rai, founder, Let Us Talk Foundation.

Woman lives with dead pet cat for 3 days, then kills self

Woman lives with dead pet cat for 3 days, then kills self

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

The grief-stricken family has now decided that they will not keep any cat as pet.

Dhoni weighs in on CSK's campaign after KKR demolition

Dhoni weighs in on CSK's campaign after KKR demolition

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Chennai Super Kings are officially out of the play-off race in Indian Premier League 2025, but their spirit remained intact as they secured their third victory of the season, beating Kolkata Knight Riders by two wickets at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday.

Pant hails Marsh, Shardul, Rathi after LSG demolish MI

Pant hails Marsh, Shardul, Rathi after LSG demolish MI

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant was all praise for his team after in the 12-run victory over Mumbai Indians, saying his players held their nerve well in the Indian Premier League match in Lucknow on Friday.

Just focus and don't consider 'favourite' tag: Eragaisi

Just focus and don't consider 'favourite' tag: Eragaisi

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi has a word of advice for World Championship contender D Gukesh ahead of his clash against China's Ding Liren -- just focus on your preparation and don't count yourself as a "huge favourite" going into the title showdown.

Mayawati's niece alleges dowry harassment; civic chief among 7 booked

Mayawati's niece alleges dowry harassment; civic chief among 7 booked

Rediff.com11 Apr 2025

A woman, the niece of BSP chief Mayawati, has filed a complaint accusing the family of the Hapur Municipal Council chairperson of domestic violence, dowry harassment, and sexual assault. The complaint alleges that the woman's husband, son of the chairperson, used steroids, rendering him medically unfit for conjugal life, and the family demanded a dowry of Rs 50 lakh and a flat. The BSP has expelled the chairperson, her husband, and their son from the party for anti-party activities and indiscipline.

Can Breast Cancer Reoccur After Mastectomy?

Can Breast Cancer Reoccur After Mastectomy?

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Even after the removal of breast tissue, it is possible that the cancer may recur in the chest wall or the area where the surgery was performed, warns Dr Meghal Sanghavi, oncosurgeon, at Wockhardt Hospitals.

Working hours to increase from 70 or 90 hrs per week? Govt says...

Working hours to increase from 70 or 90 hrs per week? Govt says...

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

The take by the Economic Survey 2024-25 on work hour week had come weeks after Larsen & Toubro Ltd Chairman and Managing Director SN Subrahmanyan sparked off a raging debate on social media when he said employees should work 90-hour a week, including on Sundays rather than sit at home.

Asana, Week 10: How To Do Balasana

Asana, Week 10: How To Do Balasana

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

In Week 10 of Rediff.com's Get Fit With Yoga series, Pushpa R teaches you the Balasana aka the Child's Pose.

French Open PIX: Sinner, Draper storm into 4th round

French Open PIX: Sinner, Draper storm into 4th round

Rediff.com31 May 2025

World number one Jannik Sinner delivered a flawless performance to pulverise Czech Jiri Lehecka in straight sets in little more than 90 minutes on Saturday.

Asana, Week 9: How To Do Parvatasana

Asana, Week 9: How To Do Parvatasana

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

In Week 9 of Rediff.com's Get Fit With Yoga series, rediffGURU Pushpa R teaches you the Parvatasana aka The Mountain Pose.

UP man kills self, accuses wife of harassment in suicide note

UP man kills self, accuses wife of harassment in suicide note

Rediff.com5 Mar 2025

In the note, Gaurav held his wife Priya and her family responsible for his death, stating he had suffered injustice and was taking his life due to their harassment, Singh claimed.

Big Shoes to Fill! Who'll Take Kohli's Legacy Forward?

Big Shoes to Fill! Who'll Take Kohli's Legacy Forward?

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Kohli follows Rohit into retirement: Can Next Gen stars emulate India's batting luminaries?

Yerawada mental hospital says 'killer' bus driver stable

Yerawada mental hospital says 'killer' bus driver stable

Rediff.com7 Feb 2012

Mental condition of Santosh Mane, the bus driver who went on the rampage mowing down eight persons and injuring at least 27 others, is "normal" even as the Yerawada mental hospital authorities have not denied the possibility of psychotic relapse in future.

World Asthma Day: 5 Asanas For Better Breathing

World Asthma Day: 5 Asanas For Better Breathing

Rediff.com6 May 2025

On World Asthma Day, yoga expert Nisarg Ved shows how this ancient practice can offer relief to those living with asthma.

Krunal-Kohli Lesson On How To Chase On Tricky Wicket

Krunal-Kohli Lesson On How To Chase On Tricky Wicket

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Although Kohli and Krunal made the chase look simple, it was anything but, especially on a pitch that offered some help for the bowlers.

Satwik-Chirag don't fear any opponent at Paris Olympics

Satwik-Chirag don't fear any opponent at Paris Olympics

Rediff.com3 Jul 2024

Satwik-Chirag eyeing "great things" at Paris Olympics after cracking service variation challenge

'Is Your Mother Ignoring You?'

'Is Your Mother Ignoring You?'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

The way others treat you does not define your worth, counsels rediffGURU Kanchan Rai, founder of Let Us Talk Foundation.

Autism Day: 10 Ways to Support Individuals with Autism

Autism Day: 10 Ways to Support Individuals with Autism

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan, a physiotherapist who works with specially abled children and adults, debunks the myths and helps us understand how to deal with and support individuals with autism.