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How 55-year old Gits plans to beat competition

How 55-year old Gits plans to beat competition

Rediff.com25 Aug 2019

Gits now has super food mixes like brown rice and flax seeds idli mix, oats idli mix and such other products. It has also launched an organic and vegan version of ready meals abroad. It also has an e-store, besides selling through Flipkart, Amazon and Big Basket.

Is my portfolio good?'

Is my portfolio good?'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

Ajit Mishra, vice president, research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

Meet Kavitha Kuruganti, the farmers' champion

Meet Kavitha Kuruganti, the farmers' champion

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

Kavitha Kuruganti has been fighting for decades to ensure farmers are respected and get their due from the Indian nation. In order to ensure they don't struggle for a living, she works to ensure sustainable farm livelihoods and farmers' rights.

The Good Samaritan Techie

The Good Samaritan Techie

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

From providing food and succour to pavement dwellers to helping the elderY in times of need, Dinesh Saravanan has been a godsend to the needy.

Another locust attack likely in a few weeks: Officials

Another locust attack likely in a few weeks: Officials

Rediff.com9 Jun 2020

The summer and rainy weather is favourable for locusts and they move from one place to another during this time, travelling 150 km in a day.

'Rate hike will throw lot of people out from jobs'

'Rate hike will throw lot of people out from jobs'

Rediff.com23 May 2022

'Nobody is talking about the inequality that is going to come.'

French farmer finds happiness in life without machines

French farmer finds happiness in life without machines

Rediff.com23 Feb 2018

We have our smartphones, our computers, and what not to ensure we live in a comfortable and easy live. But what if one day all the machines in our lives were taken away? Would we survive? Would we lead happy lives? French Farmer Jean-Bernard Huon, who lives in a corner of southern Brittany on France's west coast, shows us what life would be without machines. When farm machinery revolutionised French agriculture in the years after World War Two, a young Jean-Bernard Huon turned his back on the new technology and continues to do so till date.

Do you believe in yo-yo dieting?

Do you believe in yo-yo dieting?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

Two decades ago when someone said, "I am on a diet," you assumed they would be eating less of everything. Today, those few words lead to a whole new discourse, says Ambi Parameswaran.

Tata vs JioMart: The next big corporate battle to watch

Tata vs JioMart: The next big corporate battle to watch

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

Mukesh Ambani-owned RIL's JioMart is set to launch a slew of new products including financial services, electronics to airline tickets to take on the competition from upcoming rivals like the Tata Super app and other established players including PayTM, Amazon and Flipkart. This comes at a time when RIL's e-commerce revenues are set to grow by 35 per cent to $15 billion within four years and its core retail revenue is expected to grow at the same pace to $44 billion, as per a forecast by Goldman Sachs. "The Tata vs JioMart war will be the next big corporate battle to watch. "While Tata has an upper hand like in-house products and brands, RIL has the backing of global biggies like Google, Facebook and Microsoft," said head of a rating firm asking not to be quoted.

30 cos may float IPOs in Oct-Nov to mop up Rs 45,000 cr

30 cos may float IPOs in Oct-Nov to mop up Rs 45,000 cr

Rediff.com26 Sep 2021

Hectic fundraising through initial public offerings (IPOs) is expected in October-November, with at least 30 companies are looking to collectively raise over Rs 45,000 crore through initial share-sales, merchant banking sources said. Of the total fundraising, a large chunk would be garnered by technology-driven companies. The successful IPO of food delivery company Zomato, which was overwhelmingly subscribed by over 38 times, encouraged new-age tech companies to come out with their primary share-sales.

Feeling tired? 7 Healthy Tips

Feeling tired? 7 Healthy Tips

Rediff.com20 May 2021

Fitness coach Rajvee Gandhi from Fitternity tells you how to fight off sadness, bloating, and lethargy in the dull weather.

Urmila Has An Early Birthday

Urmila Has An Early Birthday

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

Richa puts her feet up... Vivek makes a doll house...Preity's birthday celebrations...

Inflation likely to pinch consumer pocket less in 2022

Inflation likely to pinch consumer pocket less in 2022

Rediff.com27 Dec 2021

Spiralling prices pinched the pocket of consumer as edible oil, fuel and many other commodities turned dearer this year amid pandemic-induced disruptions but the inflationary pressure is anticipated to ease, though marginally, in the coming months. As consumers, at retail as well as wholesale levels, are willy-nilly learning to live with the new normal of curbs to contain the spread of coronavirus infections, experts are of the view that elevated inflation is likely to stay longer. After dealing with the devastating blows from the second COVID wave, especially during the April-June period, the economy is well on the revival path but the emergence of Omicron might unsettle the recovery trajectory in the short term.

Digital payments start-up MobiKwik files for Rs 1,900-crore IPO

Digital payments start-up MobiKwik files for Rs 1,900-crore IPO

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

Fintech firm MobiKwik on Monday filed a draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with the markets regulator, Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi), for its initial public offering (IPO). According to its DRHP, the company plans to raise Rs 1,900 crore, which includes a fresh issue of Rs 1,500 crore and an offer for sale of Rs 400 crore. The selling shareholders include American Express Travel, Bajaj Finance, Cisco Systems and Sequoia Capital India, besides founder Bipin Preet Singh. MobiKwik is the latest among tech majors wanting to list on stock exchanges. Food delivery start-up Zomato will launch its IPO on Wednesday.

10 Asanas To Improve Immunity In Monsoon

10 Asanas To Improve Immunity In Monsoon

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

Ira Trivedi, wellness expert and founder of Yog Love, explains how these postures can help you keep monsoon ailments at bay.

10 Millets To Include In Your Diet

10 Millets To Include In Your Diet

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

Millets can provide nutritional security against deficiencies, especially in children and women, says Sreejith Moolayil, co-founder and COO, True Elements.

G20 leaders vow to vaccinate 70% world population by mid-2022

G20 leaders vow to vaccinate 70% world population by mid-2022

Rediff.com31 Oct 2021

In the Rome Declaration, the G20 leaders thanked healthcare and frontline workers, international organisations and scientists for their relentless efforts to cope with the deadly COVID-19 pandemic.

Goa govt wants farmers to chant Vedic mantra for good crop

Goa govt wants farmers to chant Vedic mantra for good crop

Rediff.com23 Nov 2018

The state government has started advising farmers to adopt 'cosmic farming' in which they need to chant 'Vedic mantra' for 20 days in the farm for better quality and quantity of their crop.

9 warning signs your liver is in danger

9 warning signs your liver is in danger

Rediff.com19 Apr 2019

If you have recently lost appetite and weight and suffer from nausea and vomiting, consult an expert immediately.

'I was in the best team that never played for India'

'I was in the best team that never played for India'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

Michael Dalvi, who played first class cricket for Delhi, Tamil Nadu and Bengal, once hit a century against a fiery Malcolm Marshall and the West Indies. At 77, he has a razor sharp memory, a ready wit and is a rare cricketing treasure.

PHOTOS: 125 year old yoga guru receives Padma Shri

PHOTOS: 125 year old yoga guru receives Padma Shri

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

Born on 8 August 1896 in Sylhet district (now in Bangladesh) of undivided India, Swami Sivananda lost his mother and father at the age of six. Due to abject poverty, his beggar parents could feed him mainly boiled rice water during his childhood days.

'We almost went bankrupt'

'We almost went bankrupt'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2022

'Bottomline, hairline and waistline -- you have to watch them always.'

5 lessons we learned in COVID times

5 lessons we learned in COVID times

Rediff.com4 Nov 2020

The pandemic has forced us to reflect and re-evaluate our old habits and perceptions, says Anamika Sengupta.

5 Beauty Tips from Raveena Tandon!

5 Beauty Tips from Raveena Tandon!

Rediff.com18 Apr 2017

Follow these tips and stay beautiful, just like Raveena!

PM Modi launches Rs 1 lakh cr agri infrastructure fund

PM Modi launches Rs 1 lakh cr agri infrastructure fund

Rediff.com9 Aug 2020

The PM also said that the country does not face problems in farm production but in post-harvest losses and therefore efforts are being made to strengthen post harvest infrastructure facilities and ensure better income for farmers.

Ecomm firms ramp up as Omicron forces customers online

Ecomm firms ramp up as Omicron forces customers online

Rediff.com8 Jan 2022

Besides growing tech and digital enhancements, the firms are ramping up the hiring of more delivery partners and reinforcing existing Covid protocols.

Waitress to Supermodel: Renee's INSPIRING Journey

Waitress to Supermodel: Renee's INSPIRING Journey

Rediff.com28 Oct 2021

From being rejected at the audition to walking the ramp at LFW, one of the biggest fashion weeks in the country, Chhattisgarh beauty Renee Kujur shares her inspiring journey to the top.

Culinary adventures of a plus-size model

Culinary adventures of a plus-size model

Rediff.com30 Mar 2018

Whoever said that models don't eat will change their mind once they see Robyn Lawley's food pic!

Weekend hacks: How to ferment vegetables at home

Weekend hacks: How to ferment vegetables at home

Rediff.com4 Apr 2020

It is cost effective, involves no cooking and is high on nutrition content.

Full text: President Murmu's address to Parliament's Budget Session

Full text: President Murmu's address to Parliament's Budget Session

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

'Wherever in the world there is political instability, those countries are beset with severe crises today. But India is in a much better position than the rest of the world due to the decisions taken by my government in the national interest,' President Droupadi Murmu said in her address to both Houses of Parliament.

4 unhealthy habits that are damaging your liver

4 unhealthy habits that are damaging your liver

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

Your liver uses water to metabolise fats, and insufficient hydration will put stress on your liver, says Dr Ashish Singhal.

J&J seeks permission for trial of 1-shot Covid vaccine in India

J&J seeks permission for trial of 1-shot Covid vaccine in India

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

The US Food and Drug Administration had in February approved Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine that works with just one dose for emergency use.

5 Indians in WEF's Young Global Leaders list

5 Indians in WEF's Young Global Leaders list

Rediff.com11 Mar 2020

Byju Classes' founder Byju Raveendran, Zomato co-founder Gaurav Gupta, CEO of Antara Senior Living, Tara Singh Vachani, Vinati Organics' MD & CEO Vinati Mutreja and Swapan Mehra, CEO of Iora Ecological Solutions are among 115 young leaders.

High blood pressure? Try the DASH diet!

High blood pressure? Try the DASH diet!

Rediff.com17 May 2019

The DASH diet is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy foods

Centre to induct more private sector specialists in govt departments

Centre to induct more private sector specialists in govt departments

Rediff.com5 Feb 2021

Candidates will be short-listed for interview on the basis of the information provided by them in their online application, the statement said.

Stopping a Third Wave

Stopping a Third Wave

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

Unless public health is prioritised over swift re-opening, the chances are that a third wave will hit India sooner than we would like.

5 Asanas to DETOX Your Body

5 Asanas to DETOX Your Body

Rediff.com6 Jul 2021

A detox yoga routine will improve digestion, boost strength and increase flexibility, says Radhika Iyer.

Tell us what's in your lunch box?

Tell us what's in your lunch box?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

Share pics of what's in your lunch box and we'll publish the best responses.

Tata's Chandra: 'We're adapting to the new normal'

Tata's Chandra: 'We're adapting to the new normal'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

We are adapting to the situation by innovating new delivery modelss, launching brand campaigns that are impactful in the current context and closely monitoring changes in consumer buying behaviour, he said.

Kara McCoullough, a scientist is Miss USA 2017

Kara McCoullough, a scientist is Miss USA 2017

Rediff.com15 May 2017

The 25-year-old from the District of Columbia is 'the most intelligent contestant in recent memory'!