Marriage, childbirth, dependent parents and ageing increase the cover a person needs.
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Dr Amit Chakraborty, specialist-surgical oncology, head and neck cancer, offers crucial tips to quit smoking and prevent cancer.
After Maharashtra's crackdown on analogue paneer, here's what dietitians say about its nutritional value, health concerns and how to choose fresh paneer.
Young buyers often underestimate future health risks.
'Healthcare costs in India rise by 10 to 14% annually, causing treatment costs to double roughly every 5-7 years.'
rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani explains if bananas and curd are safe to eat when you have a cold or a sore throat.
Torn between loyalty to their comrades and disillusionment towards the cause for which they are fighting, they are beginning to cave in. Morale has been the casualty, points out Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd).
Doctors attribute the rise in male infertility to obesity, diabetes, smoking, chronic stress, inadequate sleep and sedentary lifestyles.
Taxpayers must provide more details to support deduction and exemption claims.
The EPF should remain a retirement nest egg, not be turned into an emergency fund.
If reimbursement becomes unavoidable, submit a complete file at the earliest.
From jawline refinement and eyelid surgery to face lifts and hair transplants, cosmetic procedures are becoming increasingly popular among people looking to enhance their appearance.
When dialogue fails, protest becomes inevitable.
In a democracy, protest is often the only language left once institutions stop listening, explains Ramesh Menon.
One of the most important provisions this year is that qualifying NEET-PG does not automatically guarantee participation in counselling.
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rediffGURU Dr Shyam Jamalabad, a dentist with over four decades of experience, suggests how to protect your teeth from sensitivity.
'I have hot water with haldi. It's great for immunity.'
Students and families must stress test repayment capacity based on Indian salary standards.
Proposal forms are often filled by the agent. Check the form after it is filled.
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With medical inflation hovering at around 13-14 per cent annually, policyholders must reassess their sum insured once every two years.
'Money is not just about greed or accumulation. It gives you freedom, dignity and choice. And you have every right to all three.'
'Many policyholders do not understand that non-medical expenses, cosmetic treatments, and certain other procedures are not covered by health insurance policies.'
Mahesh Narayanan's Patriot is a cerebral spy thriller that delves into the weaponisation of digital surveillance against civilians and the targeting of whistleblowers, featuring Mammootty, Mohanlal, and Fahadh Faasil.
'Buy early and review the sum insured regularly.'
'Combining individual or family policies with corporate cover, along with top-ups and wellness programmes, can help maintain strong health protection throughout life.'
'Having a separate healthcare corpus is extremely important even for those already covered by health insurance.'
Make sure the rider adds value rather than just adding to cost.
Ask rediffGURU Reetika Sharma your insurance, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.
In the rush to complete tax-saving investments at the end of the financial year, many taxpayers choose instruments that do not match their long-term financial goals.
Most first-time investors may be better served by diversified options such as flexicap or multi-cap funds, which already hold pharma and healthcare stocks.
rediffGURU Komal Jethmalani, a nutrionist and weight loss expert with nearly three decades of experience, offers personalised recommendations to improve your overall health and wellbeing.
Yoga expert and rediffGURU Pushpa R recommends three simple yoga postures to strengthen your back, correct your posture and calm your nervous system.
'People don't believe that a 15-year-old girl subjected to sexual intercourse within a marriage is a victim of rape.'
'Opt for a minimum cover of Rs 10 lakh to Rs 15 lakh, especially in urban and metro areas.'
rediffGURU Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan suggests how to recover from pain and injury-related illnesses.
In Week 10 of Rediff's MBA preparation series, CAT expert Aashish Sood explains how to solve mocks, revise and optimise your time for better results.
The most common mistake is investing without assessing suitability and long-term implications.
'Pick a sum insured that realistically covers major hospitalisation costs in your city.'
'Go for a base cover of Rs 10 lakh and then buy a super top-up of Rs 90 lakh.'
