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Parambrata Chatterjee Weds

Parambrata Chatterjee Weds

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Parambrata Chatterjee and girlfriend Piya Chakraborty wed at his residence in Kolkata.

Simone Biles, GOAT Of Gymnastics

Simone Biles, GOAT Of Gymnastics

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

As she continues to defy expectations and rewrite the record books, one thing is certain: Simone Biles' legacy as the queen of gymnastics is secure.

Find Out Who Ruled Google in 2024

Find Out Who Ruled Google in 2024

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

A major surprise in the 2024 Google search trends was the absence of iconic names like Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, M S Dhoni, and Virat Kohli from the list of the top 10 most-searched athletes.

India witnessing fastest rise in cancer cases: Report

India witnessing fastest rise in cancer cases: Report

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

On average, at least one in three Indians today were pre-diabetic, two in three were pre-hypertensive and one in 10 were depressed, the 4th edition of Apollo Hospitals' flagship Health of Nation Report on World Health Day 2024, said.

Pucovski ready for Aus debut after mental struggles

Pucovski ready for Aus debut after mental struggles

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

'We do the necessary checks (and) Will's good to go, so we're hopeful that he'll be fine all the way through.'

'My Daughter Doesn't Eat Veggies'

'My Daughter Doesn't Eat Veggies'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

rediffGURU Dr Deepa Suvarna tells you how to take care of your child's health.

5 Natural Tips To Keep Winter Problems Away

5 Natural Tips To Keep Winter Problems Away

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

These simple home remedies aim to improve your overall health and keep your skin glowing, hair healthy and body pain-free no matter how cold it gets, says Smita Naram, co-founder, Ayushakti.

TN DIG who killed self was under treatment for depression

TN DIG who killed self was under treatment for depression

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

ADGP (law and order), A Arun, told reporters in Coimbatore citing preliminary investigation, Vijayakumar was undergoing treatment for "depression" for the past few years.

'Allahabad Rape Judgment Will Be Reversed'

'Allahabad Rape Judgment Will Be Reversed'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

'If it is not reversed, it will set a dangerous precedent.'

Best Business Ideas Under Rs 1 Crore

Best Business Ideas Under Rs 1 Crore

Rediff.com10 Feb 2025

India's e-commerce market alone is projected to reach $200 billion by 2026, making it a prime industry for ambitious entrepreneurs, explains rediffGURU Harsh Bharwani.

Indians Work More Than Chinese!

Indians Work More Than Chinese!

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

The average Indian works 46.7 hours per week, surpassing even China's 46.1 hours. In some sectors, the numbers are even more staggering.

Train killing: RPF cop's mental condition yet to be examined

Train killing: RPF cop's mental condition yet to be examined

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

Seeking his custody, the police told the court that the mental health condition of the accused constable was yet to be conducted and that he was not cooperating with them.

Aus cricketer Moises Henriques reveals of battle with mental illness

Aus cricketer Moises Henriques reveals of battle with mental illness

Rediff.com31 Jul 2018

The all-rounder took to Twitter to tell his followers how he was lucky to have the support of his family, friends and employers during his recovery.

India saw 129,000 Alzheimer's and dementia deaths in 2019

India saw 129,000 Alzheimer's and dementia deaths in 2019

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

Between 1990 and 2019, Alzheimer's-related deaths increased almost five times, data available on the Global Burden of Disease has found.

Can Lack of Sleep Cause Breast Cancer?

Can Lack of Sleep Cause Breast Cancer?

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

Disrupting your body's natural circadian rhythm through long-term night shifts could elevate the risk of breast cancer, warns Dr Karishma Kirti.

Can Drinking Water Fix Your Creatinine Levels?

Can Drinking Water Fix Your Creatinine Levels?

Rediff.com23 Oct 2024

rediffGURU Dr Vinod Kumar, a kidney health specialist at the Aster RV Hospital, Bengaluru, offers advice on how to keep your kidneys healthy and functioning well.

10 Health Screening Tests For Everyone

10 Health Screening Tests For Everyone

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

Even if you feel healthy, your overall health report can give you a realistic picture of important parameters, advises Dr Divya Gopal.

Can Smoking Lead To Heart Attack?

Can Smoking Lead To Heart Attack?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Dr Ashish Mishra, consultant interventional cardiologist, Wockhardt Hospitals, explains how smoking and alcohol can impair your heart health and lead to cardiac arrest.

Indian badminton star reveals 'chronic' health battle

Indian badminton star reveals 'chronic' health battle

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

H S Prannoy has revealed that he has been battling a chronic gastrointestinal disorder for the past four months

Health sector allocation hiked by 13% in Union Budget

Health sector allocation hiked by 13% in Union Budget

Rediff.com1 Feb 2023

The health sector has been allocated Rs 89,155 crore in the Union Budget 2023-24, a hike of around 13 per cent over Rs 79,145 crore allocated in 2022-23, with the government also announcing a mission to eliminate sickle cell anaemia by 2047.

PIX: Osaka just wants to have fun!

PIX: Osaka just wants to have fun!

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Therapy and motherhood have, she has said, helped her on her mental health journey and she appeared to be having a lot more fun on court in Brisbane.

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.

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.

Does Ozempic Help You Reduce Weight?

Does Ozempic Help You Reduce Weight?

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

In India, the drug is not licensed for weight loss. but as anti-diabetic medication, warns Dr Chandrakant Lahariya.

'Love Marriage Was Taboo'

'Love Marriage Was Taboo'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

'I have always looked at people and said, 'You just have to accept. You just have to love. You just have to let this person be and the trouble would be less.' 'But we keep complicating things, and that is the tragedy -- our desire not to understand.'

'Work Is NOT Life'

'Work Is NOT Life'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

'Don't get stressed if you are not able to do your work.' 'If you feel you do not have the skill or capacity to do some work, accept it.'

Be mindful of Right to Privacy while ordering DNA test: SC

Be mindful of Right to Privacy while ordering DNA test: SC

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

The Supreme Court of India has laid down guidelines for courts when ordering DNA tests to ascertain paternity. The court emphasized the need to balance the interests of all parties involved, including the child, parents, and other stakeholders. It also recognized the potential for infringement of privacy and the social stigma associated with illegitimate children. The court stressed that DNA tests should only be ordered when existing evidence is insufficient and when such tests are in the best interests of all parties involved.

'My 16 YO Missed Her Periods Twice. Should I...?'

'My 16 YO Missed Her Periods Twice. Should I...?'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

rediffGURU Nandita Palshetkar offers advice on how to take care of your menstrual health.

How Menopause Affects Your Sex Life

How Menopause Affects Your Sex Life

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Changes in hormone levels often result in mood swings, anxiety and/or depression, causing erosion in self-esteem, body image perception and a general disinterest in sex in most women, says Dr Gandhali Deorukhkar, consultant-obstetrics and gynaecology, Wockhardt Hospitals, Mumbai.

Can Diabetics Have Tea With Milk?

Can Diabetics Have Tea With Milk?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

For diabetics those who prefer milk tea, rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani has a few suggestions.

Expert Speak: How To Sleep Better

Expert Speak: How To Sleep Better

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

'You should keep your sleep time and wake up time fixed.' 'Avoid caffeine-containing drinks after 5 pm.' 'Avoid a heavy dinner.' 'Avoid alcohol or any stimulants, like nicotine.'

Is A Toxic Work Culture Affecting You?

Is A Toxic Work Culture Affecting You?

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

"There is a limit when it comes to tolerating abusive behaviour or working styles. Many (employees) find ways to quit," says career coach and rediffGURU Pradeep Pramanik.

Lockdown effect: 64% students try new health routine

Lockdown effect: 64% students try new health routine

Rediff.com18 Apr 2020

A new survey has revealed how the pandemic has inspired young Indians to take care of their health.

Woman with US passport found chained to tree in Maharashtra forest

Woman with US passport found chained to tree in Maharashtra forest

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

A 50-year-old American woman was found tied to a tree with an iron chain in a forest in Maharashtra's Sindhudurg district, and a set of documents, including an Aadhaar card with a Tamil Nadu address, were recovered from her possession, a police official said on Monday.

2 Indian-origin faces in new Canadian PM's cabinet

2 Indian-origin faces in new Canadian PM's cabinet

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

Indo-Canadian Anita Anand and Delhi-born Kamal Khera are part of new Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's cabinet. Anand is the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry while Khera is Minister of Health. Carney's cabinet with 13 men and 11 women is smaller than Trudeau's 37-member team.

Frame national policy for mentally ill: SC to Centre

Frame national policy for mentally ill: SC to Centre

Rediff.com14 Feb 2017

The Supreme Court on Tuesday favoured framing of a uniform national policy to deal with those suffering from mental illness and their release from hospitals after being cured.

Is There A Cure For Type 1 Diabetes?

Is There A Cure For Type 1 Diabetes?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

rediffGURU Chandrakant Lahariya tells you how to lower your blood sugar levels and manage your diabetes.

Smoking, alcohol force Japan gymnast out of Paris Olympics

Smoking, alcohol force Japan gymnast out of Paris Olympics

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

JGA officials said Miyata arrived in Japan on Thursday after leaving the team's training camp in Monaco for investigation, which confirmed the violation including drinking alcohol.

'We have sex once a month. Help!'

'We have sex once a month. Help!'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

rediffGURU Kanchan Rai, relationships expert, mind coach and founder of Let Us Talk Foundation, urges you to talk about your problems so you can seek solutions and also transform your life.

DoctorSpeak: What You Must Know About A Heart Attack

DoctorSpeak: What You Must Know About A Heart Attack

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Dr Ruchit Shah, interventional cardiologist at Mumbai's Masina Hospital, tackles important questions related to the heart.