Lifestyle

New Delhi: In our country, high temperatures are common during summers and result in pushing up electricity bills with the increased use of air conditioners as people seek relief from the heat. However, a little awareness can help bring the power bills down significantly. Here are ways to keep you cool, and beat the heat […]

Lucknow: The prevailing heat wave conditions in the northern parts of the country could lead to serious health issues among people. According to medical experts, the rapid increase in heat may compromise the body’s ability to regulate temperature and can result in illnesses, including heat cramps, dizziness, fainting, exhaustion, heatstroke and hyperthermia. Some of these […]

Hyderabad: Temperatures are soaring and you might feel that a chilled beer could just make things a bit better. Though this craving could probably be as old as invention of beer, have you ever wondered what happens to your body when you drink an alcoholic beverage in hot weather. While it may seem like a […]

By Idrani Ireni Hyderabad: We all know that summer is the season for making pickles, juices, squash and different kinds of fryums. Uppava or Nuvvula Avakaya is one of them. It is a pickle recipe made with raw mangoes, roasted sesame seeds powder, and mustard powder. A simple yet flavourful and delicious pickle, it is […]

Hyderabad: The South Indian Cultural Association organised a vocal duet by the Lathangi Sisters in a virtual mode. Lathangi sisters are upcoming young talents from Udupi, a holy town in Karnataka. The event was organised as part of the cultural organisation’s monthly programmes. The concert was arranged in memory of Smt. Santha Devi, mother of […]

Hyderabad: The culture of food has shifted over the years. While many prefer to try different cuisines, there are some who are happy with their home-cooked meals. A recent finding has revealed that in 2022 the food trends will be heavily dependent on rediscovering cultures, healthy snacking and hygiene, and more focus on diet-conscious foods. […]

New York: Women’s elevated anxiety, depression and stress during pregnancy altered key features of the foetal brain, which subsequently decreased their offspring’s cognitive development at 18 months, according to a study. These changes also increased internalising and dysregulation behaviours, revealed the study published in JAMA Network Open. The findings further suggest that persistent psychological distress after […]

New Delhi: When was the last time you laughed hard? Not just a little guffaw, but the kind of guffaw that makes your stomach hurt or even tears well up in your eyes? Laughter not only makes you feel good, but it has been shown to improve your mental health, immune system, and even vascular […]

Hyderabad: Arati Baandal talks about the effort it took to revive the centuries old technique of Paithani through her label ‘OnlyPaithani’ Engineering graduate-turned-entrepreneur Arati Baandal was on the search for her dream wedding sari – a Paithani. Despite going through many shops and stores, she found not many sold the traditional style. “Back in 2006, […]

Hyderabad: If there is one thing all of us have done in our summer holidays as kids, it’s taking a long chuski of ice popsicles in our favourite flavours. Having this after playing all day in the hot sun is a cherished memory for most of us. As we grew up, summer holidays became a […]

New York: A team of researchers has developed a smartphone app that could allow people to screen for Alzheimer’s disease, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and other neurological diseases and disorders, by recording closeups of their eyes. The app uses a near-infrared camera, which is built into newer smartphones for facial recognition, along with a regular […]

Hyderabad: Over the last weekend, Noopur and Akash from Local Ferment Co (LFC) travelled to Hyderabad to bring the people’s favourite and much-acclaimed ‘Sunday Randoms’ to the city of Nizams. The event happened at The Amlyn Café – Jubilee Hills (LFC had the opportunity to christen the yet-to-be-launched space!) “Kudos to Bharat from WeGorge to […]

Hyderabad: Has the Travel #FOMO bug gotten you, and you’ve been itching to get away but haven’t been able to? There is no denying that travel has been on everyone’s mind and everyone wants the vacation glow up! It should come as no surprise that travel is one of the top 5 interests of the […]

New Delhi: Sex is a vital part of human existence as it’s the process that leads to the birth of future offspring. That being said, it’s not the only reason why people do it as pleasure is also involved, however, if not practiced safely engaging in sexual activities can also lead to sexually transmitted diseases […]

Hyderabad: Three successive waves of Covid-19 in the last two years has given a clear indication that the SARS-CoV-2 virus has the potential to inflict damage to the heart, even leading to cardiovascular disease of different categories. Long-term and observational studies in Hyderabad and many countries worldwide have suggested that individuals are at substantial risk […]

Hyderabad: Even though Hyderabad is known for its Biryani, the festival of Ramzan is when Haleem seems to make a special place in people’s stomach. As per the order analysis by Swiggy, Hyderabadis ordered haleem nearly 33 times more this year as compared to last year during the month of Ramzan. However, Chicken Biryani was […]

Hyderabad: Making a filmy entrance, this bride and her whole family grooved to the beats of ‘Saami Saami’ song from Pushpa. In this now viral video, one can see the bride clad in an all pink lehenga dancing to the beats of this popular Telugu track. In the background, showing full support and breaking a […]

New Delhi: Italian chocolate and confectionery products company Ferrero’s Kinder chocolates have now been linked to salmonella poisoning in about 11 countries, the World Health Organization (WHO) has said. The company had earlier this month voluntarily withdrawn some of its Kinder chocolates from markets in the US and several European and Asian countries over a […]

New Delhi: Thailand, a place often referred to as a bachelor’s paradise, is a travel destination that boasts of bold and fun-filled spots where tourists can have unique yet memorable experiences.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Mohnish Doultani (@mohnishdoultani) Speaking about uniqueness, there’s a cafe in Thailand that has […]

By Shahnaz Husain Hyderabad: Face yoga is a natural, alternative option that uses a variety of massage techniques and exercises to target your face, neck, and shoulders. It relaxes, tones and gives a natural boost to the skin, while simultaneously resetting your facial muscle. When you regularly do facial exercises, the blood circulation increases to […]

New York: Patients hospitalised with the Omicron or Delta variants of Covid-19 required similar levels of respiratory support and intensive care, according to a new study. Even though Omicron has generally been touted as mild, the findings led by Johns Hopkins University researchers indicate that infections with the highly contagious variant should not be underestimated. […]

New York: The Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted the lives of people who use drugs in ways that hurt their mental health and changed drug use behaviours, increasing their risk for overdose, according to a study. Drug overdoses have soared during the Covid-19 pandemic, with US overdose deaths topping 100,000 during the 12-month period ending in […]

Geneva: The World Health Organization (WHO) has called for continued innovation and increased investment in fighting malaria. On Monday, the WHO announced that over 1 million children have been vaccinated against the disease in Ghana, Kenya and Malawi, using the world’s first malaria vaccine, reports Xinhua news agency. If widely deployed, it estimates that the […]

New Delhi: Consuming water-rich fruit can help you meet nutrient requirements while also keeping you hydrated. If you don’t drink the recommended amount of water per day, fruits and vegetables can provide you with extra fluid, keeping you nourished and healthy. Fruit that is high in water content are popular in juices, smoothies, and snacks. […]