News for 'myths'

Bhaiaji Superhit Review: Downsizing Deol

Bhaiaji Superhit Review: Downsizing Deol

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

Bhaiaji Superhit is bah baloney! sighs Sukanya Verma.

Pehla Nasha: 'I was sweating with the AC running!'

Pehla Nasha: 'I was sweating with the AC running!'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2011

With Valentine's Day coming up, we invited readers to share stories of their first loves with us. Here is the next set of responses!

The Indian beauty queen with a heart of gold

The Indian beauty queen with a heart of gold

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

How Miss World Manushi Chhillar is leading by example!

Looking for a job? Know what employers expect

Looking for a job? Know what employers expect

Rediff.com31 Aug 2009

To help freshers in their job hunt, here are some of the myths and realities about employers' expectations.

Changing food habits & yo-yo dieting

Changing food habits & yo-yo dieting

Rediff.com3 Dec 2019

Even if our weight yo-yos, our overall health will keep getting better.

Cleared Taliban from S Waziristan, claims Pakistan

Cleared Taliban from S Waziristan, claims Pakistan

Rediff.com17 Nov 2009

The Pakistan Army on Tuesday claimed that its forces waging a tough ground offensive in the lawless South Waziristan tribal region have captured most of the towns and populated centres from the Taliban.

Mathiya Chennai: Trademark Ilayaraja

Mathiya Chennai: Trademark Ilayaraja

Rediff.com16 Nov 2009

Raaptor Media Film's Tamil album is for Ilayaraja's fans.

We asked Amish a bunch of questions

We asked Amish a bunch of questions

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

And this is what he had to say!

Rakhi gift: Bound by hearts, not by blood

Rakhi gift: Bound by hearts, not by blood

Rediff.com18 Aug 2016

Rajesh Konduparti writes in about his Rakhi sister Preeti.

5 easy steps to avoid financial stress

5 easy steps to avoid financial stress

Rediff.com21 Jan 2010

If you are a salaried person, here's how to go about creating and implementing a budget in 5 easy steps.

Cops break into Kerala church to evict Jacobites

Cops break into Kerala church to evict Jacobites

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

The resisting Jacobite Bishops and priests courted arrest after the district collector, who reached there amid their forceful evacuation from the church, held talks with top leaders.

Nuke scientist seeks probe into Pokhran II

Nuke scientist seeks probe into Pokhran II

Rediff.com18 Sep 2009

Former Defence Research and Development Organisation scientist K Santhanam, who had questioned the success of the thermonuclear device during the Pokhran-II tests, has favoured an inquiry to determine the results of the 1998 experiments, saying creation of nuclear power could not be based on myths.

'The Indian Army has been given a free hand'

'The Indian Army has been given a free hand'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2017

'There is a clear plan being followed by the Indian government.' With these attacks, we are trying to dispel the myth that the Pakistani army can cause problems.'

Tried this new age miracle workout?

Tried this new age miracle workout?

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

It takes only 30 minutes a day and is internationally acclaimed and scientifically proven.

Michael's last words to Deepak Chopra

Michael's last words to Deepak Chopra

Rediff.com26 Jun 2009

Chopra, who Jackson left a voice message just two days before his death, first met the King of Pop in 1988, beginning a 20+ year friendship that brought Jackson peace of mind and contentment, two things he always was sorely lacking.

Shivarajkumar's Aryan releases today

Shivarajkumar's Aryan releases today

Rediff.com1 Aug 2014

Aryan had become the first film in Kannada to officially announce its release date before getting a censor certificate.

'Lord Krishna existed. School texts are wrong'

'Lord Krishna existed. School texts are wrong'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2009

A UK-based nuclear medicine doctor presents his case on the existence of Lord Krishna in a documentary.

CAT 2009: Strategies to crack Reading Comprehension

CAT 2009: Strategies to crack Reading Comprehension

Rediff.com24 Aug 2009

Experts at TCYonline.com share tips on how you can improve your speed and accuracy and demonstrate these tips by using real CAT questions.

20 orgasms in a row? Yes, it's possible!

20 orgasms in a row? Yes, it's possible!

Rediff.com11 Apr 2017

As many as seven in ten women reported being able to climax 20 times in a single session, a new study has revealed.

Why Cricket is not like Indian politics or movies

Why Cricket is not like Indian politics or movies

Rediff.com1 Dec 2017

'"Who you know" does not help in scoring runs or taking wickets in front of hundreds of millions of fans, which alone determines your selection to play for your team.'

Ram temple crowns Modi as first Hindu Hriday Samrat

Ram temple crowns Modi as first Hindu Hriday Samrat

Rediff.com4 Aug 2020

By all yardsticks 2024 isn't expected to be like 2014 or 2019. But with the mandir expected to be ready in time for the next Lok Sabha polls, Modi will have a new ally in Ram to see him through, observes Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

The new India believes to become rich is glorious

The new India believes to become rich is glorious

Rediff.com20 Jun 2019

'And so, despite demonetisation, people in business feel safe with Mr Modi,' points out T N Ninan.

The ISI's grim message for Afghanistan

The ISI's grim message for Afghanistan

Rediff.com11 Aug 2015

'The ISI has given a stunning display of its capacity to do with impunity what it likes within Kabul. Incensed over the triumphalism of the hardliners in Kabul, the ISI has hit out; it is a typical ISI reflex action that Indians are familiar with,' says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

11 tips to LOSE weight and get a six-pack

11 tips to LOSE weight and get a six-pack

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

If you want to get shredded in very short span, you must eliminate dairy or other milk products from your diet plan.

Govt gives World Cup winning Kabaddi players Rs 10 lakh each

Govt gives World Cup winning Kabaddi players Rs 10 lakh each

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

Acknowledging their World Cup winning feat, the Sports Ministry on Thursday announced a cash prize of Rs 10 lakh each for the members of the Indian Kabaddi team, led by Anup Kumar. Sports Minister Vijay Goel made the announcement at a felicitation function organised at his residence and also said they will strive to make Kabaddi an Olympic discipline. India had defeated Iran 38-29 in the summit clash to take its third World crown.

Australian entrepreneur identifies himself as Bitcoin founder

Australian entrepreneur identifies himself as Bitcoin founder

Rediff.com2 May 2016

Craig Wright identified himself as Satoshi Nakamato, the pseudonym he says he created when launching the currency in 2009.

4 tips for buying stocks in a recession

4 tips for buying stocks in a recession

Rediff.com10 Jan 2009

Bear markets can terrify even seasoned investors. Learn how to invest safely.

Is India's economy crashing?

Is India's economy crashing?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2020

'Defence funding is channelled to State-owned research organisations where scientists are merely bureaucrats holding meetings and sending out minutes of meetings and press releases, but have long ago stopped any innovative work.' 'Unless this tragedy is fixed, India's chances to create world-conquering and job-creating new industries are slim,' says Ajit Balakrishnan.

No gyms is no excuse: Online shows get you moving

No gyms is no excuse: Online shows get you moving

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

Bogged down by social distancing? Lethargy is no excuse. Get up, turn to the Internet and exercise those muscles.

Beware men! These aphrodisiacs can harm your health

Beware men! These aphrodisiacs can harm your health

Rediff.com12 Jan 2016

A recent study has found that certain male health supplements carry ingredients that can harm your health.

The one-stop scholarship shop

The one-stop scholarship shop

Rediff.com22 Jul 2008

No deserving student shall be bereft of education due to lack of finances. That is the aim of A2Zscholarships.com, a website set up by two enterprising young engineering students at VJTI in Mumbai. We speak to them about the site.

Don't let NAV mislead you

Don't let NAV mislead you

Rediff.com21 Jul 2009

We all tend to look at the returns of the mutual fund before taking a decision to invest our hard-earned money in it. The returns actually denote the appreciation/depreciation of the NAV of the fund. Unfortunately, NAV (Net Asset Value) of the fund is grossly misunderstood. Here we attempt to clear the myth surrounding NAV.

Review: 3 AM will cause more chuckles than chills

Review: 3 AM will cause more chuckles than chills

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

Vishal Mahadkar's horror film 3 AM is the story of a paranormal investigation gone wrong -- both for the film and the viewer, feels Nishi Tiwari.

Why India should talk about menstrual hygiene and safety

Why India should talk about menstrual hygiene and safety

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

If we are able to provide safe, hygienic toilets, and affordable sanitary napkins, we could stop girls from dropping out of schools and help women feel more confident.

What type of coffee drinker are you?

What type of coffee drinker are you?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

Did you know that coffee drinkers are classified based on their caffeine sensitivity?

'Indian women have amazing bodies'

'Indian women have amazing bodies'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

Fashion designer Pria Kataaria Puri, host of celebrity chat show 'Born Stylish', spills the beans about designing for celebrities, her journey as a fashion designer and her ultimate style icon in an interview with Anita Aikara/Rediff.com.

The way Shiva and Parvati wed

The way Shiva and Parvati wed

Rediff.com23 Feb 2017

As Geetanjali Krishna treks up to the Spartan temple of Triyuginarayan in Rudraprayag, she can't help but wonder about the excesses of Indian weddings.

Gilchrist's special tips for Aussies to win in India

Gilchrist's special tips for Aussies to win in India

Rediff.com14 Sep 2016

Australia's legendary wicketkeeper-batsman Adam Gilchrist has a special advise for the current team ahead of their next year's tour of India. Gilchrist's first of five Asian Test tours was a 2-1 series loss to India in 2001. After scoring a century in the opening match in Mumbai, he then posted scores of 0, 0, 1 and 1 in his remaining four innings. However, he returned three years later to captain the side for most of their 2-1 series victory, Australia's first series win on Indian soil since 1969.

Six facts about the female orgasm revealed

Six facts about the female orgasm revealed

Rediff.com2 Jun 2009

While the female orgasm has been the subject of so many myths and folk beliefs, scientists are trying their best to know more about the mystery behind the phenomenon. And now, after some intense field research, a team of experts have uncovered six facts about the female orgasm, as revealed by modern science, reports New Scientist magazine.

18 lakh Indians have glaucoma. Have you checked your eyes yet?

18 lakh Indians have glaucoma. Have you checked your eyes yet?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2018

If not treated early, it could lead to partial or full blindness.