Lifestyle

New Delhi: Setting at rest fears over Covid restrictions being relaxed, several experts say the two-year stringent mask mandate has led to fatigue and can be removed from public spaces for now just as many countries have done. While the message around the benefits of masking should continue, it would be wise to lift the […]

Hyderabad: Kanchipuram Narayani Silks launched its second store in Jubilee Hills, near Peddamma Temple. It was established in 2019, by partners S Suresh, PVS Abhinay, T Keshav Gupta and Rakesh Tiruveedhula, with a vision to protect and promote the precious drapes. The showroom has a breathtaking collection of intricately designed saris that pamper the diva […]

New Delhi: Whenever we talk about health, the first image that comes to our mind is of physical health: being in good shape, having a nutritious diet, exercising and sleeping between 6-8 hours each day. It is time for us to broaden this definition and also include mental health in it. Mental health is not […]

London: People infected with Covid-19 are at an increased risk of deep vein thrombosis — a blood clot in the leg — up to three months, pulmonary embolism — a blood clot in the lung — up to six months, and a bleeding event up to two months, finds a study. The findings, published by […]

Hyderabad: You might have heard of Baahubali Thali and watched food bloggers make tons of Instagram Reels on the extravagant dish, but have you ever heard of Baahubali Haleem? This Ramzan season, Hyderabadis can indulge in the awesomeness at the Grill-9 Restaurant in Karkhana. Serving four people, King’s Pack Baahubali Haleem has rich toppings of […]

Varanasi: Ever thought of having a green chilli powder on your dining table? This is all set to become a reality because the Indian Institute of Vegetable Research (IIVR) of the Indian Council of Agriculture Research (ICAR) in Uttar Pradesh’s Varanasi has now developed a technology of making powder of green chilli which will be […]

London: An edible additive used in foods such as baked goods, ice cream and salad dressings has the potential to harm our gut microbiota, finds a study. Introduced into the modern diet nearly half a century ago, the food additive E415, also known as xanthan gum, is also widely used as a substitute for gluten […]

Hyderabad: Institute of Hotel Management prepares 75 biryanis; open for visitors till April 7 In a rare feat, staff and students of the Institute of Hotel Management prepared 75 types of biryanis from across the country on Wednesday as part of the institute’s golden jubilee celebrations. This comes in an attempt to secure biryani a […]

New Delhi: The sun has finally shown its face, and we’re eager to embrace our summer vibes. Though, in the blazing heat, no one needs a thick mop of hair around their neck, that’s why some low-maintenance summer hairstyles are a must to keep our hair looking great while also keeping us cool. Plus, no […]

Hyderabad: The heatwave in Hyderabad has prompted us to rethink our wardrobe choices. Although comfy, breezy and light-coloured clothes are suggested during summer, that doesn’t mean you should step out of your house looking boring. Celebrities have been inspiring us with their latest summer looks and we couldn’t wait to share them with you. Bright […]

New Delhi: Even before a child learns to speak a language, one can begin to understand the world around them through pictures. Sudarshan Vig, CEO, of Merlinwand, said: “The physical world around them in the initial stages can be bounded by the home or area where they live, but drawing, paintings, and illustrations open them […]

New Orleans: Researchers have found that subjects infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus displayed signs of severe brain inflammation and injury consistent with a reduction in blood or oxygen flow into the brain, neuron damage and small areas of bleeding. Researchers at Tulane University have explained how COVID-19 affects the central nervous system of human beings. […]

San Francisco: According to a recent study, the drowsiness that many Alzheimer’s patients experience are caused not by a lack of sleep, but rather by the degeneration of a type of neuron that keeps us awake. It also confirmed that the tau protein is behind that neurodegeneration. The findings of the study were published in […]

Hyderabad: Preparing for and attempting competitive exams can be pretty stressful. To handle these pressures it is very essential to be healthy not just mentally but also physically. And this good health can only be developed with a good diet on a daily basis. Dr Sujatha Stephen, an experienced nutritionist from Yashoda Hospital says that […]

Hyderabad: One of the greatest technological innovations witnessed by humankind, timepieces are coveted by collectors across the globe. Building a desirable watch collection goes beyond just acquiring prized and expensive watches. It also makes one part of a fraternity of watch aficionados who are always on the lookout for masterpieces of horological engineering. This affiliation […]

New York: US scientists are using new advances in CRISPR gene-editing technology to uncover new biology that could lead to long-lasting treatments and new therapeutic strategies for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). The HIV epidemic has been overlooked during the Covid-19 pandemic but represents a critical and ongoing threat to human health with an estimated 1.5 […]

Washington: A new study has found that more people weighed in as obese during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic than the previous year. The evidence was presented from a large, nationally representative survey that showed this trend and helped researchers to explain behaviour changes that led to widespread weight gain in 2020. The […]

New Delhi: India is known for its art, literature, and writing. There are many amazing Indian authors to pick from when it comes to Indian literature, thus here is a list of some excellent Indian author books you can read. CHETAN BHAGAT Chetan Bhagat is an author, screenwriter, columnist, and TV personality who was named […]

Hyderabad: Gangavalli Kura Mamidikaya Pappu’ is a delicious, flavourful and healthy dal recipe. This dal is made with purslane leaves, toor dal and raw mango, which is not only good for health but also acts as a coolant in summers. This variant of dal can be cooked only with the purslane leaves alone or along […]

Edmonton (Canada): A new study has explored how reducing sodium intake can help patients with heart failure. The findings of the study were published in the journal, ‘The Lancet’. Though reducing salt intake did not lead to fewer emergency visits, hospitalisations or deaths for patients with heart failure, the researchers did find an improvement in […]

Al Ramtha: A new study led by researchers at the Jordan University of Science and Technology has found that smokers have a lower chance of surviving a heart attack than non-smokers. The study was published in the journal, ‘Experimental Biology’. The study has also found that levels of Alpha-1 Anti Trypsin (A1AT)–a protein in the […]

London: Increased levels of blood fats, also known as lipids, in people with Type 2 diabetes and obesity are more harmful than previously thought, a new study has found. In patients with metabolic diseases, elevated fat levels in the blood create stress in muscle cells — a reaction to changes outside the cell which damage […]

Tokyo: Think twice before using disinfectants. According to a recent study, the excessive use of disinfectants by pregnant women may be a risk factor for asthma and eczema in their children. The findings of the study were published in the journal ‘Occupational and Environmental Medicine’. Disinfectants are used frequently in hospitals and other medical facilities, […]

Ames: Regular exercise is a wonderful tool for overcoming depression. According to a new study led by researchers at the Iowa State University, exercising for half an hour may reduce symptoms of depression for at least 75 minutes post-workout and amplify the benefits of therapy. The findings of the research were published in the journal, […]