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Days after 'traitor' slur, Gehlot-Sachin smoke peace pipe

Days after 'traitor' slur, Gehlot-Sachin smoke peace pipe

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

A day after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said both Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and his former deputy Sachin Pilot were "assets to the party", the CM on Tuesday suggested that the matter rests there.

Why SRK favours smoking ban

Why SRK favours smoking ban

Rediff.com28 Jun 2005

Parl intruders considered self-immolation as an option

Parl intruders considered self-immolation as an option

Rediff.com16 Dec 2023

The five accused arrested in the December 13 Parliament security breach case have revealed they explored the idea of self-immolation after applying fire-resistent gel on their body to create more dramatic scenes without hurting themselves and get media attention, Delhi Police officials said on Saturday.

Meet The Haseen Dilrubas Of Bollywood

Meet The Haseen Dilrubas Of Bollywood

Rediff.com8 Aug 2024

Full of seduction and schemes, she'll use her sultry charms and slinky moves to trap and trick her fall guy until he's putty in her hands. Call her femme fatale, man-eater, gold-digger or temptress, morality be damned so long as she gets her way.

Shekhar Home Review: Riveting Watch

Shekhar Home Review: Riveting Watch

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Six episodes are not enough, applauds Deepa Gahlot.

I snatched it away...: MP who caught Parliament intruder

I snatched it away...: MP who caught Parliament intruder

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

This is a major security breach, Congress MP Gurjeet Singh Aujla said.

A Bhinmal Diwali and Dal Ka Halwa

A Bhinmal Diwali and Dal Ka Halwa

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

Jayanti Soni and her family return each year to Bhinmal, when they can, to celebrate Diwali in her family home.

In India, people hardly quit smoking: Study

In India, people hardly quit smoking: Study

Rediff.com14 Feb 2008

According to Prabhat Jha, author of the study, the rate of quitting smoking across the world is higher than that in India.

10 reasons why smoking is not cool at all

10 reasons why smoking is not cool at all

Rediff.com21 May 2014

Before you light up the next cigarette, we say you read this!

A cough makes them 'smoke'

A cough makes them 'smoke'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2004

Fungi that emit smoke when exposed to loud noise has Chinese botanists puzzled.

Chimp quits smoking at China zoo

Chimp quits smoking at China zoo

Rediff.com3 Oct 2005

The zookeepers tried every way to divert the chimp's attention from cigarettes: a walk after breakfast, a music session after lunch and gym after dinner.

Short circuit caused Kuwait fire; 1 more Indian dead, toll 46

Short circuit caused Kuwait fire; 1 more Indian dead, toll 46

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

The death toll of Indians killed in the massive fire in Kuwait has risen to 46 with one more person succumbing to injuries as authorities said that an electrical short circuit in the room of the guard on the ground floor of the building caused the blaze that killed 50 people.

10 reasons why you should quit smoking right now!

10 reasons why you should quit smoking right now!

Rediff.com13 Jun 2014

Here's why you should kick the butt right now before one of these smoking-related ailments make you it's next victim

Majority of Indians favour ban on smoking

Majority of Indians favour ban on smoking

Rediff.com26 Oct 2009

A year after the ban on smoking in public places came in force, a study has found that an overwhelming majority of Indians favour the regulations prohibiting smoking at workplaces and public arenas. More than nine out of 10 Indians surveyed in four cities favour the regulations prohibiting smoking in public places.

La Liga: Villarreal match suspended after smoke bomb thrown

La Liga: Villarreal match suspended after smoke bomb thrown

Rediff.com16 Feb 2014

Villarreal's La Liga match at home to Celta Vigo was suspended shortly before the final whistle when a smoke bomb was thrown on to the pitch on Saturday.

Sixes galore in Bridgetown; Russell matches Bravo record

Sixes galore in Bridgetown; Russell matches Bravo record

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

On a batting-friendly surface, West Indies produced a clinical bowling spell to restrict the USA to 128.

Ramadoss' smoking ban is year's highlight

Ramadoss' smoking ban is year's highlight

Rediff.com29 Dec 2008

The smoking ban, a pet project of the health minister, was put into effect from October 2 and covered almost all public places, including hotels, restaurants, pubs, offices and international airports. While a majority of states were enthusiastic about implementing the ban, few like Maharashtra and Bihar showed reluctance in doing so.

Monsoon recipes: Smoked Tomato and Scamorza Arancini

Monsoon recipes: Smoked Tomato and Scamorza Arancini

Rediff.com4 Jul 2019

Chef Karan Bhane of Kaitlyn's Beer Garden, Mumbai shares two special monsoon recipes.

Smoking ban at football matches

Smoking ban at football matches

Rediff.com12 Dec 2003

The UEFA banned smoking in the technical areas for all its competitions from the start of the 2004-05 soccer season.

Vaani, Disha Rock Backless Trend

Vaani, Disha Rock Backless Trend

Rediff.com29 May 2024

The backless silhouette seems to be back in vogue these days, and Bollywood's divas prove it.

11 simple tips to help you quit smoking

11 simple tips to help you quit smoking

Rediff.com1 Sep 2009

More deaths are caused each year by tobacco use than by anything else. Here's how you can get rid of your addiction.

Second hand smoke in public places. How effective has the ban been?

Second hand smoke in public places. How effective has the ban been?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

Explore the interactive map above to see the percentage of people exposed to second hand smoke, percentage of active smokers and the percentage of people who observed smoking in non-smoking areas.

Holy smoke! 11.2 per cent of world smokers are in India

Holy smoke! 11.2 per cent of world smokers are in India

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

According to a new study, China, India, Indonesia, USA, Russia have the largest number of smokers.

NGO protests Shah Rukh smoking during IPL

NGO protests Shah Rukh smoking during IPL

Rediff.com25 Apr 2009

Puffing away on a cigarette to absorb the tension of the Indian Premier League has put Bollywood super star and owner of Kolkata Knight Riders team Shah Rukh Khan in a spot with the anti-smoking lobby. The National Organisation for Tobacco Eradication (NOTE), on Saturday protested against the filmstar who was shown on television smoking during an IPL match against Kings XI Punjab in Durban, on April 21.

Smoke bomb tossed over White House fence

Smoke bomb tossed over White House fence

Rediff.com18 Jan 2012

A smoke bomb was thrown inside the White House compound on Wednesday while an "Occupy" movement rally was going outside, forcing Secret Service to temporarily lock it down.

Panghal, Lamboria, Pawar's Olympics boxing campaign over

Panghal, Lamboria, Pawar's Olympics boxing campaign over

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Amit Panghal's campaign at the Paris Olympics mirrored his experience at the Tokyo Games. The seasoned boxer once again made a pre-quarter-finals exit while debutant Jaismine Lamboria was also ousted on Tuesday.

'A Big Sound Like That Of A Bomb'

'A Big Sound Like That Of A Bomb'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

'The facility works on Apple's iPhone and everything is damaged -- CNC machines, computers and CCTVs worth crores.'

'Playing tipsy is difficult to enact'

'Playing tipsy is difficult to enact'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

'Bahut mazaa aaya tha doing Agneepath. When you are working with good actors, it enriches your acting.' 'Amitabhji and I had done Shahenshah before, but that was a fun film.'

Dombivli chemical factory blast toll rises to 8; more than 60 injured

Dombivli chemical factory blast toll rises to 8; more than 60 injured

Rediff.com23 May 2024

A major fire broke out inside the industrial area of Dombivli in Thane after a boiler exploded at the plant of a chemical company.

Role of 2 outfits being probed in Parliament security breach

Role of 2 outfits being probed in Parliament security breach

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Four persons arrested in connection with the security breach in Parliament have been charged under the anti-terror law UAPA besides sections of the Indian Penal Code, police sources said on Thursday as security agencies were on the hunt to nab the alleged mastermind.

7 die of suffocation after fire at tailoring shop in Maha

7 die of suffocation after fire at tailoring shop in Maha

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

The blaze erupted at around 4 am in the shop located at Dana Bazar in Cantonment area of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.

Why God's own country loves smoking ban

Why God's own country loves smoking ban

Rediff.com8 Oct 2008

Till some time ago, Keralites could be seen puffing cigarettes furtively at bus stands and railway stations (there is already a high court directive against smoking in Kerala), but the Centre's recent ban has received an overwhelming response in the state.

Where will you smoke from October 2?

Where will you smoke from October 2?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2008

Where will you smoke from October 2?

'I drink and smoke. Does that make me a bad mum?'

'I drink and smoke. Does that make me a bad mum?'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2018

In a long post, the actor spoke about why she isn't afraid of being judged.

Is Your Heart Healthy? 5 Important Qs To Ask

Is Your Heart Healthy? 5 Important Qs To Ask

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

Heart conditions may be hereditary, and knowing your family's health background can help you understand the risk your might face, says consultant cardio-thoracic surgeon Dr Gulshan Rohra.

Shehnaaz, Sonal, Manushi's Fearless Beach Fashion

Shehnaaz, Sonal, Manushi's Fearless Beach Fashion

Rediff.com2 May 2024

Headed to the sandy beaches of Goa? Time to get out of your sartorial rut and let these celebs inspire you.

Dr Panda's 10 Tips For A Healthy Heart

Dr Panda's 10 Tips For A Healthy Heart

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

Dr Ramakanta Panda, one of the world's leading heart surgeons and the chairman and chief cardiac surgeon at Mumbai's Asian Heart Institute, recommends simple things you can do every day to keep your heart healthy.

Pompeii: How Life Changed In A Day

Pompeii: How Life Changed In A Day

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

'They were ahead of their times. We don't expect this from a civilisation of the first century AD.'

Are Russia, Ukraine On Brink Of Nuclear Conflict?

Are Russia, Ukraine On Brink Of Nuclear Conflict?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

With the fight now having been taken to the seizure of nuclear plants, it is one more warning to Europe that this prolonged war could end up with disastrous consequences, observes Rashme Sehgal