News for 'mental illness'

Nirbhaya convict Vinay Sharma tries to hurt self

Nirbhaya convict Vinay Sharma tries to hurt self

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

Vinay attempted to hurt himself by banging his head against a wall in his cell, on February 16. He had received minor injuries.

Woman shot dead outside school in Manipur; gunfire reported

Woman shot dead outside school in Manipur; gunfire reported

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

The incident occurred at Kwakeithel Mayai Koibi under Lamphel police station a day after classes 1 to 8 began in the state after two months because of the violence.

Will Anna's Death Be A Wake-Up Call For India Inc?

Will Anna's Death Be A Wake-Up Call For India Inc?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

'In India, managers and the leadership almost glorify overworking.'

6.54 crore Indians never attended school: Census

6.54 crore Indians never attended school: Census

Rediff.com31 Oct 2016

According to the 2011 Census data, there is 38.01 crore population in the age group of 5-19 years of which 26.98 crore (71 per cent) is attending educational institutions. 4.49 crore (11.8 per cent) people have attended schools earlier while 6.54 crore (17.2 per cent) have never been to a school.

Portugal talisman Ronaldo chasing more Euro glory

Portugal talisman Ronaldo chasing more Euro glory

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Having scored 10 goals in the last 12 games with Portugal and 42 in 41 matches with Al-Nassr this season, Ronaldo's relentless mentality could be the key to him making a statement with his country in Germany against all odds.

SC order on Friday on Nirbhaya convict's plea challenging rejection of mercy petition

SC order on Friday on Nirbhaya convict's plea challenging rejection of mercy petition

Rediff.com13 Feb 2020

Sharma, one of the four convicts on death row in the 2012 case, has also sought commutation of his death sentence to life imprisonment claiming that he has "developed mental illness" inside the prison due to the alleged "torture and ill-treatment".

'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?'

Mental health: How Australia is helping players cope better

Mental health: How Australia is helping players cope better

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

'It's bloody tough to sustain it for long periods of time, particularly I think for the fast bowlers. It's extremely difficult what they put themselves through. It's great that those conversations are happening and we're trying to keep guys as mentally and physically fresh as they can be'

How To Recover From Dengue

How To Recover From Dengue

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

Dr Karthiyayini Mahadevan tells you how to correct your diet and lifestyle so that you can fight/ recover from illnesses.

Want to reduce your risk of depression? Try this!

Want to reduce your risk of depression? Try this!

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

Exercise can help cut depression, schizophrenia symptoms.

Dayal's Redemption: From Rinku's sixes to stopping Dhoni

Dayal's Redemption: From Rinku's sixes to stopping Dhoni

Rediff.com19 May 2024

A beaming father Chandrapal, said that the son told his mom that he was confident of stopping the legendary MSD on his tracks.

Let Us Salute Narayana Murthy

Let Us Salute Narayana Murthy

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

No great achievement or discovery or invention has been achieved without hard work. While the inspiration may have been an insight, it needs work to flesh the insight which requires hard work, asserts Mudit Jain.

Mental Hai Kya must change its title!

Mental Hai Kya must change its title!

Rediff.com27 Apr 2019

The recently released poster Mental Hai Kya is like an abuse aimed at those who are fighting a disorder that demands support and social understanding, says Tarun Vijay, the former BJP MP.

Ink thrown at police car carrying Porsche teen's dad

Ink thrown at police car carrying Porsche teen's dad

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Some persons allegedly tried to throw ink at the police vehicle in which the father of a 17-year-old boy, whose speeding luxury car killed two software engineers in Pune, was being brought to a local court, an official said.

Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale Review: Empty Calories

Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale Review: Empty Calories

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale ends up being a flashy, aspirational celebrity lifestyle doc that is aimed for an evening of popcorn-fueled fan tribute entertainment, observes Arjun Menon.

Cool and calm Gukesh unfazed by World Championship pressure

Cool and calm Gukesh unfazed by World Championship pressure

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

First-time challenger D. Gukesh on Tuesday insisted he is not weighed down by the favourite's tag heading into the World Championship clash against China's Ding Liren, having enjoyed a purple patch after overcoming a rough phase.

Young guns dominate US Open, ending big three reign

Young guns dominate US Open, ending big three reign

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

A US Open full of upsets and hungry, young contenders offered the latest sign that men's tennis has entered a new era

'How Can Truth Hurt The Film-maker?'

'How Can Truth Hurt The Film-maker?'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

As Mahesh Bhatt turns 75 on September 20, Subhash K Jha calls him the 'eternal seeker of truth in cinema and in life'.

Buying health cover? Here's some good news for you

Buying health cover? Here's some good news for you

Rediff.com20 May 2019

Irdai has listed diseases that can't be excluded from health insurance policies, including neurodevelopmental disorders, mental illness problems, psychological disorders, genetic diseases, puberty- and menopause-related disorders.

Kindness saved my life: Lady Gaga

Kindness saved my life: Lady Gaga

Rediff.com6 Dec 2016

The 30-year-old songstress opened up about her "mental illness" to a group of LGBT youth in Harlem.

I was mentally and physically ruined: Maxwell

I was mentally and physically ruined: Maxwell

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

Maxwell had opted out of Australia's T20I series to address his mental health. On a comeback trail now, he will make his domestic cricket return.

'Varun's Citadel Character Is Fully Bambaiya'

'Varun's Citadel Character Is Fully Bambaiya'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

'I would think a hundred times before I wrote a gay character or a mentally challenged character because it requires a lot of research and empathy. That's the reason I shy away entirely from stories that have rape. I just can't. It's just terrifying for me, as a woman, to handle subjects like that because it's so sensitive.'

What Rajkummar Rao Wants To Talk About

What Rajkummar Rao Wants To Talk About

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

'We don't take mental illness seriously in our country, and we don't even talk about it. We don't realise even when we are having a panic attack,' Rajkummar Rao says, at the trailer launch of his new film, Hit: The First Case.

From IPL humiliation to Test debut: The unbelievable rise of Yash Dayal

From IPL humiliation to Test debut: The unbelievable rise of Yash Dayal

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Yash Dayal's story is now one of resilience and redemption, proving that comebacks often speak louder than any setback.

Was it Buttler's batting or fitness that won the match?

Was it Buttler's batting or fitness that won the match?

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

Buttler (107 not out off 60 balls) fought his way through a slow start and rapidly rising asking rate to be there till the end for Rajasthan Royals

Maxwell ready to again put on 'Big show' for Kings XI Punjab

Maxwell ready to again put on 'Big show' for Kings XI Punjab

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

For someone, who is yet to fulfil his true potential for Australia, Maxwell has always been a big draw for the IPL franchises, especially Kings XI Punjab, where he was much sought after.

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.

Can Gallstones Be Treated Without Surgery?

Can Gallstones Be Treated Without Surgery?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

It is recommended to get rid of gallstones as they are always a nuisance with an attack of gallbladder inflammation waiting to happen, says rediffGURU Dr Hemalata Arora.

Zardari is mentally unstable, says report

Zardari is mentally unstable, says report

Rediff.com26 Aug 2008

In what could raise questions about his ability to rule Pakistan, a newspaper has claimed that Asif Ali Zardari, the country's leading contender for presidency, was suffering from severe mental problems as recently as last year.

Triathlon races underway as Seine passes water tests

Triathlon races underway as Seine passes water tests

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Organisers make the call based on analysis of river samples taken the previous day at 5 a.m. and after discussions with experts on weather, according to Paris 2024.

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.

Fear of the future provokes mental health crisis

Fear of the future provokes mental health crisis

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

The young are most vulnerable to self-harm and suicidal ideas at this time.

SC dismisses Nirbhaya convict's plea challenging rejection of mercy petition

SC dismisses Nirbhaya convict's plea challenging rejection of mercy petition

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

The top court rejected the contention of Sharma that he is mentally ill and said his medical report suggests he is stable.

Modern women remark taken out of context: Karnataka minister

Modern women remark taken out of context: Karnataka minister

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

Karnataka health minister Dr K Sudhakar on Monday said his statement on modern women unwilling to marry and bear children at an event in NIMHANS was taken out of context and that he had no intention of singling out women and it was based on a survey, which cited statistics on what the younger generation felt about it.

Heatwave: 7 Tips To Stay Safe, Healthy

Heatwave: 7 Tips To Stay Safe, Healthy

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

It is important to be wary of sunburn, dizziness, heatstroke, stomach issues and other heat-related illnesses, advises Dr Vidhe Sharma.

'I'll Make India Proud'

'I'll Make India Proud'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

'A dream does not become a reality by accident, it is the result of sweat, commitment and hard effort.'

Chilled athletes embrace strategies to beat Paris heat

Chilled athletes embrace strategies to beat Paris heat

Rediff.com22 Jul 2024

While most of his rivals prepared for the 50 kilometre race walk at the 2019 Doha world championships by warming up in full track suits in the 32 degrees Celsius heat, Evan Dunfee did the polar opposite.

Portraying husband as womaniser is extreme cruelty: HC

Portraying husband as womaniser is extreme cruelty: HC

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

The court noted that the wife claimed her husband was impotent and compelled him to undergo a potency test which found him fit. Such allegations, it observed, caused mental cruelty to him.

Luxury car mows down 2 in Pune; teen driver's father, bar to be booked

Luxury car mows down 2 in Pune; teen driver's father, bar to be booked

Rediff.com19 May 2024

The 17-year-old car driver was detained after a case was registered against him. He was produced in a juvenile court which granted him bail, they said.

Won't retire until I get Olympic medal: Deepika

Won't retire until I get Olympic medal: Deepika

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

'I really want to win an Olympic medal, and I won't quit until I achieve that'