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'Insurance companies will make a killing'

'Insurance companies will make a killing'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

'I can feel the master's pain, because he must be sitting there and cursing and saying, 'Why was I born?''

Recipe: Taruna's Rui Poshto

Recipe: Taruna's Rui Poshto

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

A take on a popular Bengali macher jhol.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Paris Opening: Of Lady Gaga, cabaret and a mystery torchbearer

Paris Opening: Of Lady Gaga, cabaret and a mystery torchbearer

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

Lady Gaga brings cabaret to Paris opening ceremony on the Seine

When Varun Made Samantha Cry

When Varun Made Samantha Cry

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

It was a grand occasion to mark the launch of Citadel: Honey Bunny, which sees Varun paired opposite Samantha Ruth Prabhu in a dhamakedar spy action Web series combined with a tadka of their steamy romance.

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.

Delhi factory fire: Death toll climbs to 11, 4 injured

Delhi factory fire: Death toll climbs to 11, 4 injured

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

The fire was preceded by a blast and soon it spread to nearby buildings, including a drug rehabilitation centre and eight shops.

Parl breach accused grilled again over handler, motive

Parl breach accused grilled again over handler, motive

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

They have been interrogated for their actual motive behind the security breach, the sources added.

Recipe: Refreshing Cucumber Salad

Recipe: Refreshing Cucumber Salad

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

Cold menus are a must for warm days.

'Israel Will Engineer A Broader War'

'Israel Will Engineer A Broader War'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

'Israel is counting on the United States to enter the fray on their behalf and perform destructive strikes against these targets that are beyond Israel's conventional capabilities.' 'They may well get their way if they start a war, because the United States is still committed to Israel's security, and it won't matter whether it is Trump or Harris in the White House.'

'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.

Parliament breach: Police recover burnt phone parts

Parliament breach: Police recover burnt phone parts

Rediff.com17 Dec 2023

Several burnt parts of phones allegedly belonging to the accused involved in the Parliament security breach incident have been recovered from Rajasthan, police sources said on Sunday.

He really brought it to us: Coetzee lauds Ashutosh

He really brought it to us: Coetzee lauds Ashutosh

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

Mumbai Indians pacer Gerald Coetzee reserved high praise for Punjab Kings uncapped batter Ashutosh Sharma following his valiant effort in a losing cause in the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League.

IPL PIX: Punjab Kings beat KKR in record chase

IPL PIX: Punjab Kings beat KKR in record chase

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

IMAGES from the Indian Premier League match played between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings in Kolkata on Friday.

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.

T20 WC: Sri Lanka thrash Netherlands; finish on a high!

T20 WC: Sri Lanka thrash Netherlands; finish on a high!

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

Sri Lanka thrashed the Netherlands by a whopping 83 runs in an inconsequential final group D league game of the T20 World Cup.

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?

Day 3 of farmers' stir: Delhi borders remain sealed; cops extra vigilant

Day 3 of farmers' stir: Delhi borders remain sealed; cops extra vigilant

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

As the 'Delhi Chalo' agitation of farmers entered the third day on Thursday, two key border points between Delhi and Haryana remained closed for traffic, while security personnel in anti-riot gear conducted drills and mock exercises to ensure their fool-proof preparation.

Natarajan Or Harshal? Who Has Your Vote?

Natarajan Or Harshal? Who Has Your Vote?

Rediff.com20 May 2024

Only two bowlers stood out from Sunday's game.

Luv Ki Arrange Marriage Review: Loud Comedy

Luv Ki Arrange Marriage Review: Loud Comedy

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

If this were a French farce, nobody would have batted an eyelid if the father of the groom and mother of the bride fell in love and wanted to marry. But here, some crude comedy is generated with a dash of melodrama, feels Deepa Gahlot.

Kuwait fire: Mourning Kerala families await official word

Kuwait fire: Mourning Kerala families await official word

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

Even as the families of suspected deceased persons from Kerala mourn the loss of their loved ones in the Kuwait fire incident that claimed several lives, many of them are yet to receive any official confirmation from the authorities.

Six foods that help you quit smoking

Six foods that help you quit smoking

Rediff.com31 May 2011

On the occasion of world no tobacco day, we bring you a list of foods that will help you kick the butt.

ASK SANJIB: 'My agent wants me to lie to my insurer about my smoking habit'

ASK SANJIB: 'My agent wants me to lie to my insurer about my smoking habit'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2022

Sanjib Jha, CEO, Coverfox Insurance Broking, answers your health insurance related queries.

'Smoke detected' inside cabin before EgyptAir crash: reports

'Smoke detected' inside cabin before EgyptAir crash: reports

Rediff.com21 May 2016

Smoke alerts were triggered inside the cabin of the ill-fated EgyptAir jet minutes before it plunged into the Mediterranean Sea with 66 people on board.

Paris Olympics: How India's athletes fared on Day 4

Paris Olympics: How India's athletes fared on Day 4

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

A look at how India's athletes fared on Day 4, Tuesday, July 30, 2024:

Dutt not violating prison rules by smoking

Dutt not violating prison rules by smoking

Rediff.com6 Aug 2007

Officials clarified that all inmates had the permission to smoke.

Of smoking & great investments

Of smoking & great investments

Rediff.com31 Oct 2006

Parents' smoking habits may harm children

Parents' smoking habits may harm children

Rediff.com21 May 2007

The researchers found that children of parents who smoke had significantly reduced lung function similar to that seen in smokers.

Smoking banner: Amitabh apologises

Smoking banner: Amitabh apologises

Rediff.com10 Jan 2006

'I do not drink nor smoke,' the superstar clarifies to an anti-tobacco group.

T20 WC: Afridi, Babar shine in Pak's face-saving win

T20 WC: Afridi, Babar shine in Pak's face-saving win

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

IMAGES from the T20 World Cup match played between Pakistan and Ireland in Lauderhill, USA on Sunday.

Smoking banned while driving. Your Say?

Smoking banned while driving. Your Say?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2007

Smoking banned while driving. Your Say?

Only A Security Breach?

Only A Security Breach?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

Amidst the investigation into the security breach in Parliament -- which I emphasise, should be done -- let us not forget the grievances raised (this is, of course, assuming the protestors were there to put the spotlight on said grievances and not for any other purpose). For questionable laws, unemployment, Manipur, authoritarianism; all these are contemporary worries among sections of the public, points Shyam G Menon.

US Open PIX: Rusty Djokovic eases to victory; Thiem out

US Open PIX: Rusty Djokovic eases to victory; Thiem out

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Novak Djokovic's bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title kicked off on Monday with an easy win over qualifier Radu Albot in the US Open first round.

Cigarette packets to say 'Smoking Kills'

Cigarette packets to say 'Smoking Kills'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2006

'Tobacco Kills/Smoking Kills' -- such health warnings would be mandatory on all tobacco products soon failing which the sellers would attract stringent penalty including imprisonment.\n\n

T20 WC PIX: India overpower B'desh; close in on semis

T20 WC PIX: India overpower B'desh; close in on semis

Rediff.com22 Jun 2024

Images from the T20 World Cup Super 8 Group 1 match between India and Bangladesh in Antigua, on Saturday.

Chronic smoking affects nerve cells: study

Chronic smoking affects nerve cells: study

Rediff.com29 Nov 2006

These findings further emphasise the importance of quitting smoking.