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How to protect yourself from urinary tract infection

How to protect yourself from urinary tract infection

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

Make sure to drink enough water. Do not hold urine.

Toddy-tappers take on EPS, Stalin

Toddy-tappers take on EPS, Stalin

Rediff.com20 Mar 2021

The Tamil Nadu Toddy Movement had met both Chief Minister Palaniswami and Stalin to seek their intervention in lifting the ban on toddy-tapping and had submitted petitions, but there it remained. So the matter is being taken to the people's court.

A day in the life of a Dharavi COVID-19 Warrior

A day in the life of a Dharavi COVID-19 Warrior

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

Manjula Chimbalkar, a health coordinator from Mumbai's COVID-19 hotspot Dharavi, speaks about her concerns and fears

As rains batter Chennai, TN CM says all precautions taken

As rains batter Chennai, TN CM says all precautions taken

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

As the storage level touched 3,000 million cubic feet in the Chembarambakkam reservoir as against its full capacity of 3,645 Mcft, authorities on Wednesday began releasing about 1,000 cusecs into the Adyar river as a precautionary measure.

'Every day, we hear about factories closing down'

'Every day, we hear about factories closing down'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2019

'Businessmen are reluctant to invest because there is a fear that private investors are being targeted by various agencies.'

'Allow only asymptomatic persons': Guidelines for religious places

'Allow only asymptomatic persons': Guidelines for religious places

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

According to the new guidelines, footwear/shoes to be taken off inside own vehicle, if needed, keep in separate slots for each individual/family by persons themselves and people should wash their hands and feet with soap and water before entering.

A witty banker, Aditya Puri, refused to lend to Vijay Mallya and Nirav Modi

A witty banker, Aditya Puri, refused to lend to Vijay Mallya and Nirav Modi

Rediff.com26 Oct 2020

Leaving behind the luxe life and dapper suits of foreign banks, Puri and his team at the upstart venture shared fizz drinks, wore a footwear brand popular among the middle class, shared a rat-infested space in a yet-to-be gentrified work space to plan and execute it.

ASK KOMAL: How do I stop binge-eating?

ASK KOMAL: How do I stop binge-eating?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2020

To avoid binge eating, you need to control your mind and focus on your goal, says Komal Jethmalani.

What do Indian voters really want?

What do Indian voters really want?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

In the run-up to the polls, a survey has revealed that better employment opportunities is the single most important issue for citizens and that the government has fared below average in this aspect.

How to keep elders SAFE in the lockdown

How to keep elders SAFE in the lockdown

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

'Due to lack of physical activity and proper care, senior citizens are falling at home or complaining of orthopaedic injuries,' cautions Dr Rajeev Verma.

'I was possessed by Milkha'

'I was possessed by Milkha'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

Farhan Akhtar, in first person, about the role that transformed his career as an actor.

Death toll due to cyclone Amphan in West Bengal now 98

Death toll due to cyclone Amphan in West Bengal now 98

Rediff.com30 May 2020

The state government is releasing Rs 6,250 crore for the cyclone relief operations. Along with this, Rs 20,000 and Rs 28,000 will be given as wage to workers of the 100-day job programme.

Biden names key members of his climate team

Biden names key members of his climate team

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

The nominees are Congresswoman Deb Haaland as Secretary of Interior, Jennifer Granholm as Energy Secretary, Michael Regan as administrator for Environmental Protection Agency and Brenda Mallory as Chair of the Council of the Council on Environmental Quality.

COVID-19: Sanitation workers go beyond call of duty

COVID-19: Sanitation workers go beyond call of duty

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

'It's our duty, and we are not going to step back from it. The entire country, including our prime minister, has been supporting us'

HUL contests Eureka Forbes' charges on Pureit

HUL contests Eureka Forbes' charges on Pureit

Rediff.com1 Jul 2013

Terming the comments 'factually incorrect and without basis', HUL said Pureit was the world's largest-selling water purifier brand and had been approved for sale by regulatory authorities in countries such as Brazil, Mexico and Indonesia.

Formula One under pressure end alcohol sponsorship

Formula One under pressure end alcohol sponsorship

Rediff.com22 May 2015

Formula One was accused of sending out a mixed message on alcohol at the Monaco Grand Prix on Friday by giving extensive publicity to drinks brands while campaigning for road safety.

India's growing coffee culture

India's growing coffee culture

Rediff.com18 Aug 2019

Indian coffee shops market over the next four-five years will grow between 6 and 18 per cent CAGR, all due to the growing coffee culture among the youth, increasing urbanisation, rising disposable income levels and changing eating and drinking preferences, says Atanu Biswas.

Why BJP Targets Congress All The Time

Why BJP Targets Congress All The Time

Rediff.com27 Oct 2021

The BJP believes that the only party still capable of leading a credible challenge against it is the Congress. Please note how BJP campaigners in states where the Congress may count for a cipher or thereabouts, mostly attack the Congress, observes Shekhar Gupta.

Silverstone open to hosting two F1 races without spectators

Silverstone open to hosting two F1 races without spectators

Rediff.com20 Apr 2020

Silverstone would be willing to host an unprecedented two successive Grands Prix without spectators to help Formula One fight back from the coronavirus crisis, circuit boss Stuart Pringle said on Sunday. The season has yet to start but the Liberty Media-owned sport's management are hoping to get going in the European summer with a revised and reduced schedule that could run into next year.

Freebies get KCR a second term in power

Freebies get KCR a second term in power

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

The TRS ensured that each citizen of Telangana is taken care of from cradle to grave.

The Legend Called Shashi Kapoor

The Legend Called Shashi Kapoor

Rediff.com19 Mar 2022

'Shashiji was a terrific co-star.'

21 Indian cities will run out of groundwater by 2020

21 Indian cities will run out of groundwater by 2020

Rediff.com6 Jul 2018

At the bottom of the water index for 2016-17 are Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh (UP), and Haryana, which are major producers of paddy, wheat, along with a host of horticulture crops.

A bisexual relationship can break your heart

A bisexual relationship can break your heart

Rediff.com22 Jun 2018

Bisexual men, according to a study, have a higher risk for heart disease.

Karnataka re-imposes ban on colas in schools

Karnataka re-imposes ban on colas in schools

Rediff.com20 Dec 2006

The Karnataka government has re-imposed a ban on the sale and distribution of soft drinks within schools, colleges and hostels with immediate effect.

5 habits to give up for a healthy life

5 habits to give up for a healthy life

Rediff.com19 Jan 2020

Women who practiced all five habits gained over 10 years of disease-free life, and men who did so gained almost eight years.

These sectors will see demand reach pre-Covid levels

These sectors will see demand reach pre-Covid levels

Rediff.com15 Jun 2020

Steel, cement, aluminum, fertilisers, tractors, two-wheelers, beverages and carbonated drinks, tyres and FMCG could see demand back to near normal levels by the third or the fourth quarter of the financial year, or even earlier.

'Music directors never tried to find out my worth'

'Music directors never tried to find out my worth'

Rediff.com6 May 2021

'If a hero wanted Mr Rafi to sing for him, naturally it had to be him.' 'Then if it was Dilip Kumar, who is a soft-spoken man, he naturally wanted Talat Mehmood.' 'Raj Kapoor wanted only Mukesh. Now you tell me, where did I stand a chance?'

India is doing a good job fighting COVID-19

India is doing a good job fighting COVID-19

Rediff.com19 Apr 2020

'All anecdotal evidence confirms that there has been no noticeable rise in deaths across the country for want of coronavirus tests,' notes Virendra Kapoor.

Beer, whisky may come under food regulator's lens

Beer, whisky may come under food regulator's lens

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

FSSAI is the central body which lays down science-based standards.

Dangerous heat wave bakes much of the US

"Dangerous" heat wave bakes much of the US

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

An "oppressive and dangerous" heat wave has gripped much of the United States, leaving at least six people dead and caused the cancellation of several public events. The National Weather Service has said that temperatures hovering around 106 degree Fahrenheit (41C), which has blanketed about a third of the population of the United States in recent days, will come down on Monday in a burst of thunderstorms and cooling rain brought on by a cold front. Till they receive some relief, here's how Americans are battling the heat.

Chasing Old Monk

Chasing Old Monk

Rediff.com9 Jan 2018

The author finds out if India's love affair with Old Monk has ended

Privatisation, India style

Privatisation, India style

Rediff.com8 May 2017

Over the years India's governments have turned several public goods into private ones, says T C A Srinivasa-Raghavan.

New to online dating? 10 tips to be safe than sorry

New to online dating? 10 tips to be safe than sorry

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

On the initial dates, avoid going somewhere private with your date, advises Ravi Mittal, founder, Quack Quack, an online dating app.

BJP builds on early gains in Telangana

BJP builds on early gains in Telangana

Rediff.com11 Jan 2021

The BJP has incorporated caste as a significant component of its politics.

Trump suggests injecting disinfectant as COVID-19 treatment

Trump suggests injecting disinfectant as COVID-19 treatment

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

Trump also raised the possibility of using light to combat the deadly viral infection.

Mr Gopichand's healthy choice

Mr Gopichand's healthy choice

Rediff.com3 Oct 2016

Brand ambassadors and their lackeys are busy opposing the idea of being held accountable, even though they are ready to take all the money, says Sunita Narain.

Worried about your etiquette? Read this!

Worried about your etiquette? Read this!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

Etiquette classes today cater to a wide audience of job seekers, front-desk execs, business heirs, romantics, students and even those with low self-esteem

View from 1,250 feet: One World Observatory opens

View from 1,250 feet: One World Observatory opens

Rediff.com2 Jun 2015

One World Observatory: Bird's eye view of NYC from 1,250 ft

Frying pakoras or becoming chowkidars is nobody's life ambition

Frying pakoras or becoming chowkidars is nobody's life ambition

Rediff.com3 Apr 2019

The BJP needs to worry about the kinds of professions it has landed up glorifying -- chai vendors, pakora vendors and now guards. These are not professions that any one of its voters would like to cherish, points out Mahesh Vyas.

Where's plan to handle COVID-19 crisis: Cong asks govt

Where's plan to handle COVID-19 crisis: Cong asks govt

Rediff.com25 Apr 2020

"You cannot have a lockdown of people, and a lockout of the economy. That is not the way to formulate policy. We are not criticising, we are only saying it is time to rethink, we will support the government in every possible way," said Kapil Sibal.