News for 'mental health matters'

10 Healthy Tips for Women

10 Healthy Tips for Women

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

After the age of 35, women need to take extra care of their mental and physical health.

'Youngsters are most affected'

'Youngsters are most affected'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2021

'Our adult minds can use logic to understand the consequences, and our responsibilities have enabled us to accept this reality faster.' 'But our little ones still have no clue about what is going on.'

US trade body hails Budget, says it's fiscally prudent

US trade body hails Budget, says it's fiscally prudent

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

In the midst of third wave of COVID-19, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has come up with an impactful Budget which is balanced, fiscally prudent and growth-oriented, the USA India Chamber of Commerce has said. President of the Boston-based USA India Chamber of Commerce (USAIC) Karun Rishi, however, said it is a matter of concern that the budget lacks tangible measures to increase revenue generation. "Opting to keep the fiscal deficit at 6.9 per cent and increase capital expenditure by 35 per cent is a masterstroke. "The annual budget estimates the effective capital expenditure of Rs 10.68 lakh crore in 2022-23, making up about 4.1 per cent of the GDP," he said. "A phenomenal increase in the government's capital expenditure is likely to facilitate the expenditures on infrastructure and create jobs.

Were Parveen And Zeenat Friends?

Were Parveen And Zeenat Friends?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

On Parveen's 69th birth anniversary on April 4, Zeenat remembered her with a beautiful post, and explains the kind of relationship that they had.

Dr Dhruv Chauhan: 'There's No NEET Gadbad But A Scam'

Dr Dhruv Chauhan: 'There's No NEET Gadbad But A Scam'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

'Aspiring doctors have put in years of their lives to study in preparation for NEET exams as they start studies from Class 9 to get good marks.' 'And today, after the NEET paper leak, these students even after getting good marks are unable to get admission in any good medical college (because of inflated merit marks due to the paper leak).' 'They are thinking, was it worthwhile to study so hard for the examinations to become a doctor?'

'Avoid fruits when having cold, cough?'

'Avoid fruits when having cold, cough?'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Post your health-related questions for rediffGURU Rebecca Pinto.

SC asks UP to facilitate slap victim's admission to private school

SC asks UP to facilitate slap victim's admission to private school

Rediff.com6 Nov 2023

The state's education department told a bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Pankaj Mithal it was constituting a committee to consider the admission of the victim child to a private CBSE-affiliated school.

Trump in 'excellent health', scores 30/30 in cognitive assessment

Trump in 'excellent health', scores 30/30 in cognitive assessment

Rediff.com17 Jan 2018

The doctor said that the US president is borderline obese.

'Kamala Doesn't Have Feelings For India'

'Kamala Doesn't Have Feelings For India'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

'Never, not even once, has Kamala Harris said that she is Indian American. I know why.' 'From the Indian American community she can get maybe 1% percent votes. But if she says she's African American she gains about 20% votes.'

'This Isn't About Rejecting Our Heritage'

'This Isn't About Rejecting Our Heritage'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

'...but subjecting our heritage to rigorous evidence-based understanding.'

Take INSPIRATION From Aisha, Folks!

Take INSPIRATION From Aisha, Folks!

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

Aisha Sharma's fitness routine is the ultimate workout motivation.

ASK ANU: How to talk SEX with your teen

ASK ANU: How to talk SEX with your teen

Rediff.com3 Dec 2021

Mental health coach Anu Krishna explains how parents and adults can have a healthy, age-appropriate conversation about issues that really matter.

'My husband slapped me'

'My husband slapped me'

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

rediffGURU Kanchan Rai, founder, Let Us Talk, offers advice on how to navigate life's problems.

Why Is My Partner So Toxic?

Why Is My Partner So Toxic?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

According to experts, one of the primary causes of toxic behaviour is a lack of adulting in men and women.

Can Diabetes Be Reversed? rediffGURU Dr Baxi Answers

Can Diabetes Be Reversed? rediffGURU Dr Baxi Answers

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

rediffGURU Dr Rahul Baxi, honorary consultant diabetologist at the Bombay Hospital and Medical Research Centre, Mumbai, offers advice on how to manage your diabetes.

How Do I Handle My Wife's Infidelity?

How Do I Handle My Wife's Infidelity?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

rediffGURU Ravi Mittal offers advice on how to handle problems in your relationship.

Has PM stooped so low?: AAP on questioning of Kejriwal's parents

Has PM stooped so low?: AAP on questioning of Kejriwal's parents

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Meanwhile, sources said that the Delhi Police may not visit Kejriwal's residence on Thursday to question his parents.

Why you MUST NOT ignore teenage depression

Why you MUST NOT ignore teenage depression

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

Only 29 per cent of the adolescents surveyed could identify depression as a medical condition, says Pankaj Gupta.

Are You Having An Emotional Affair?

Are You Having An Emotional Affair?

Rediff.com19 Feb 2024

You can end your marriage and move on with your extramarital partner, but is she willing to do the same as well? No point remaining stuck in limbo for years to come. Make a decision as to your future and move ahead.

Why Is Ojasvi Sharma So Popular?

Why Is Ojasvi Sharma So Popular?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

The beauty queen was crowned Miss Popular Choice at Miss Diva 2022.

WFH? 10 Things To Say NO To

WFH? 10 Things To Say NO To

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

Stay connected above and beyond what your work expects you to do.

Why Do New Year Resolutions Fail?

Why Do New Year Resolutions Fail?

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

New Year resolutions often focus on lofty ambitions, say, shedding 20 kg within six months, without considering processes. What we may be lacking is a concrete plan, observes Kumar Abishek.

Kim Kardashian asks for empathy after Kanye's tweets

Kim Kardashian asks for empathy after Kanye's tweets

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

In a statement posted on her Instagram Story, Kardashian said she has never spoken publicly about how the rapper's bipolar disorder has affected their family as she is very protective of their children and her husband's "right to privacy when it comes to his health."

'What hurts most is when people pity me'

'What hurts most is when people pity me'

Rediff.com14 May 2024

'It is important to understand that the disability is not in the person.' 'The problem lies in societal attitude and the discriminatory treatment given to disabled people in our country.'

'My 12 YO is disobedient, doesn't study. Pls help'

'My 12 YO is disobedient, doesn't study. Pls help'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

rediffGURU Aruna Agarwal, a qualified child psychologist and behaviour therapist with over 20 years of experience, offers expert parenting advice.

Act at once against school teacher in slapping case, SC tells UP govt

Act at once against school teacher in slapping case, SC tells UP govt

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

The top court was hearing a plea filed by Tushar Gandhi, the great grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, seeking speedy investigation in the case.

'I was told I would never walk again'

'I was told I would never walk again'

Rediff.com14 May 2024

'And here I was, walking as a showstopper. I couldn't have imagined a more beautiful gift.'

Senior IPS officer's suicide leads to political mudslinging in TN

Senior IPS officer's suicide leads to political mudslinging in TN

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

An IPS officer posted as deputy inspector general of police (DIG) in Coimbatore allegedly died by suicide after he shot himself early on Friday, the police said.

NEVER FIGHT In Front Of Your Children!

NEVER FIGHT In Front Of Your Children!

Rediff.com17 Aug 2022

It is a mistake to believe that children are unaware when parental battles happen behind closed doors.

Must-read! Deepika's beautiful post about depression

Must-read! Deepika's beautiful post about depression

Rediff.com13 Jun 2018

The actor, who fought her own battle with depression, wants you to join her fight and make a difference.

Power of Words can heal emotional crisis

Power of Words can heal emotional crisis

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

'Letter From A Stranger, India' is helping many rediscover self-worth and self-love,

SC faults Gujarat HC, allows rape survivor's abortion of 27-week foetus

SC faults Gujarat HC, allows rape survivor's abortion of 27-week foetus

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Observing that pregnancy outside marriage is injurious and a cause of stress, the Supreme Court on Monday allowed a rape survivor to undergo medical termination of her over 27-week pregnancy.

'Rahul Gandhi Is Stabilising India With Caste Census Demand'

'Rahul Gandhi Is Stabilising India With Caste Census Demand'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

'Rahul Gandhi is raising the issue of a caste census though his party has been doing injustice on this front from the 1950s.'

Frontline Relive Pandemic Nightmare

Frontline Relive Pandemic Nightmare

Rediff.com1 Apr 2024

Battling the virus, enduring separation from loved ones, and working extended hours became part of the job.

Why do politicians keep their health secret?

Why do politicians keep their health secret?

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

'It is not the country's interests alone that lead to all this secrecy.' 'More usually, the reason is the threat from political rivals: What will they do if they find out?', notes T C A Srinivasa Raghavan.

Lockdown provokes bad memories for trafficking survivors

Lockdown provokes bad memories for trafficking survivors

Rediff.com18 Apr 2020

Confined to their rooms and small houses, they are reminded of the time when they were subjected to physical and sexual torture.

Fighting cancer: Why family support matters the most

Fighting cancer: Why family support matters the most

Rediff.com7 Jul 2018

Having your loved ones by your side helps reassure that everything is fine and would work out.

Anush's key to dressage success: Stay in synch with horse

Anush's key to dressage success: Stay in synch with horse

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

'The horse is the main member of the team, I would say. What really attracted me to dressage was that though power is involved it still has to look elegant and that you are completely in sync with your horse.'

'For us, only saving lives matters'

'For us, only saving lives matters'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

'We fought back with and whatever little we were given -- little time, infrastructure, oxygen, medicines and people; and with whatever we had -- determination, common sense, experience and prayers!' 'Some of us lost our lives doing so.' Dr Sanjeeth Peter tells us in the final part of a fascinating diary of a Covid Warrior.

'Had he been insane, he would have shot everyone'

'Had he been insane, he would have shot everyone'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2023

'How was it possible for Singh to have got a government job, and that too one involving the handling of guns, had he been insane?'