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A day at a village primary health centre

A day at a village primary health centre

Rediff.com9 Jan 2020

More rural women are having babies in government hospitals. Facilities have improved, but Bihar has is a long way to go in public health.

Savita's father thanks Irish voters for 'historic' abortion vote

Savita's father thanks Irish voters for 'historic' abortion vote

Rediff.com27 May 2018

In the referendum held on Friday and results announced on Saturday, people in Ireland voted overwhelmingly to overturn the abortion ban by 66.4 per cent to 33.6 per cent.

2017's most-liked pic belongs to Beyonce

2017's most-liked pic belongs to Beyonce

Rediff.com28 Dec 2017

With 11 million likes, Beyonce's maternity shoot pic tops the list of most-liked pics of 2017.

Zika outbreak is now a global emergency: World Health Organisation

Zika outbreak is now a global emergency: World Health Organisation

Rediff.com2 Feb 2016

The World Health Organisation on Tuesday declared an international emergency over the spread of the mosquito-borne Zika virus, which is linked to birth defects in the Americas, saying it is an 'extraordinary event'.

7 really silly myths about sex and contraception

7 really silly myths about sex and contraception

Rediff.com27 May 2014

General practitioner Dr Suruchi Mohite, Aryyan Clinic, Mumbai, talks about the silly myths concerning pregnancy and use of contraception.

Mothers who drink will have naughty children: Stud

Mothers who drink will have naughty children: Stud

Rediff.com6 Nov 2007

Researchers in the United States have carried out a study and found that women who drink spirit during pregnancy are more likely to cause bad behaviour in their children.

Britain's Prince William and Kate expecting third child

Britain's Prince William and Kate expecting third child

Rediff.com4 Sep 2017

The child will be born fifth in line to the throne, bumping uncle Harry out of the top five and into sixth place.

ASK ROOPASHREE: Do You Stress about Stress?

ASK ROOPASHREE: Do You Stress about Stress?

Rediff.com6 Jul 2021

Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma answers your health queries.

PIX: Pregnant Ash ventures out for Durga Puja celebrations

PIX: Pregnant Ash ventures out for Durga Puja celebrations

Rediff.com7 Oct 2011

The actress was spotted at various events in the city, escorted by husband Abhishek and parents-in-law Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan.

Preganancy claims a woman every 7 minutes

Preganancy claims a woman every 7 minutes

Rediff.com7 Mar 2007

The Maternal Mortality Ratio for India (2001-03) is 301 per 100,000 live births.

6 important things you must know about maternity insurance

6 important things you must know about maternity insurance

Rediff.com21 May 2017

Maternity insurance ensures that you can enjoy the happiest moments of your life without any financial worries, says Harjot Singh Narula

Son leaves job to meet mother, gets news of her death in quarantine

Son leaves job to meet mother, gets news of her death in quarantine

Rediff.com25 May 2020

He quit his job in Dubai and returned to India to spend time with his ailing mother but life doesn't always go according to plan -- and news of her death came shortly before his 14-day quarantine in Delhi was ending. A heartbroken Aamir Khan said his mother died on Saturday and he could not even attend his mother's last rites at their home in Rampur on Sunday. His quarantine would end soon but he wasn't allowed to leave.

Why women regret one night stands

Why women regret one night stands

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

Eighty per cent women surveyed were happy they refused casual sex.

'I am still the same Genelia!'

'I am still the same Genelia!'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

An actress-on-sabbatical and new mom, Genelia D'Souza talks about life as a mother!

Pregnant? Your first visit to the obstetrician

Pregnant? Your first visit to the obstetrician

Rediff.com5 Feb 2007

Not all obstetricians are created equal. Here are a few tips to choose the right one for you.

Sameera Reddy, Akshai Varde welcome baby boy

Sameera Reddy, Akshai Varde welcome baby boy

Rediff.com26 May 2015

The actress got hitched to Mumbai-based Akshai Varde in January last year.

Beware! Zika reaches India, WHO confirms 3 cases in Gujarat

Beware! Zika reaches India, WHO confirms 3 cases in Gujarat

Rediff.com28 May 2017

Those infected with the virus may have mild fever, skin rashes, conjunctivitis, muscle and joint pain or headache.

India ranks 94 in Hunger Index; below Pak, Bangladesh

India ranks 94 in Hunger Index; below Pak, Bangladesh

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

While Bangladesh ranked 75, Myanmar and Pakistan are in the 78th and 88th position. Last year, India's rank was 102 out of 117 countries.

This couple ate only fruits for three years and lost weight!

This couple ate only fruits for three years and lost weight!

Rediff.com10 Jan 2019

Bali-based couple Tina and Simon eat between 2,000 and 4,000 calories of fruit each day.

Graf backs Williams to break Court's record

Graf backs Williams to break Court's record

Rediff.com5 Nov 2017

Serena Williams can 'absolutely' surpass Margaret Court's all-time record of 24 Grand Slam singles titles if the American returns to tennis after giving birth earlier this year, former world No 1 Steffi Graf said on Sunday.

Sex makes men more divine

Sex makes men more divine

Rediff.com26 Sep 2016

Sex hormone makes us feel closer to the divine, especially in men.

Sports Shorts: Brazil's Souza gets life ban for match-fixing

Sports Shorts: Brazil's Souza gets life ban for match-fixing

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Saturday

PIX: Pregnant Shilpa Shetty Steps Out For Lohri Party

PIX: Pregnant Shilpa Shetty Steps Out For Lohri Party

Rediff.com12 Jan 2012

The actress announced her pregnancy in December.

Just in! A contraceptive gel for the men

Just in! A contraceptive gel for the men

Rediff.com8 Feb 2017

This contraceptive gel prevents sperm from leaving the body while allowing seminal fluid to pass through.

Why Modi is talking about this teenager

Why Modi is talking about this teenager

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

This 14-year-old schoolboy's invention can save lives.

Beyonce's most expensive maternity outfit cost $8,115

Beyonce's most expensive maternity outfit cost $8,115

Rediff.com17 May 2017

It has been rumoured that the singer has already spent $53,000 on her maternity style.

Saif Ali Khan loves to party! And HERE'S PROOF!

Saif Ali Khan loves to party! And HERE'S PROOF!

Rediff.com20 Jan 2020

Sukanya Verma offers an onscreen recap of this onscreen wild child.

Achieving family planning with CycleBeads

Achieving family planning with CycleBeads

Rediff.com20 Sep 2005

CycleBeads rely on the Standard Days Method.

Government allows sale of emergency contraceptives

Government allows sale of emergency contraceptives

Rediff.com9 Sep 2005

The pills have been available on medical prescription since 2001. Over 100 countries already have EC pills available as over-the-counter drugs.

Megan Fox reveals how she looks like THIS!

Megan Fox reveals how she looks like THIS!

Rediff.com29 Jul 2014

This and more news from the world of showbiz in this latest edition of our glamour round-up.

It's a girl for former French Open champ Li Na

It's a girl for former French Open champ Li Na

Rediff.com3 Jun 2015

Chinese tennis star Li Na gave birth to a baby girl early on Wednesday morning.

Dos and don'ts for pregnant women during festivals revealed

Dos and don'ts for pregnant women during festivals revealed

Rediff.com10 Nov 2013

Instead of letting pregnancy act as a spoilsport during festivals, here are a few tips to engage in fun and frolic.

World Press Photo 2019: The nominees

World Press Photo 2019: The nominees

Rediff.com22 Feb 2019

After going through more than 78,000 photographs from over 4,700 photographers, the expert judges of the World Press Photo contest have announced the finalists of the 2019 competition. The panelists have selected 43 photographers from 23 countries to represent the best in photojournalism.

HC notice to wife in 'fatherhood' petition

HC notice to wife in 'fatherhood' petition

Rediff.com6 May 2005

The petitioner Rajiv Nandi has challenged certain provisions of the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971, which empowers a woman to get her pregnancy terminated if she is not medically fit to deliver a baby.

10 million foetuses aborted in India: Report

10 million foetuses aborted in India: Report

Rediff.com9 Jan 2006

At least 10 million foetuses have been aborted in India over the past two decades by middle-class families determined to ensure they have male heirs, a newspaper report claimed Monday.

'My guilt and grief is increasing. I feel suicidal'

'My guilt and grief is increasing. I feel suicidal'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

Mental health and life coach Anu Krishna offers advice on how to take control of your life.

India-centric plans help Dr Reddy's outperform pharma market

India-centric plans help Dr Reddy's outperform pharma market

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

In November, DRL registered growth of 28 per cent year-on-year (YoY), which was the highest among peers and double that of the industry growth (14.5 per cent).

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