5 fabrics that can keep you cool in summers

Let’s be real – cotton is everyone’s summer default. And it’s earned that spot. It’s soft, light, and lets air move through easily, which is exactly what you need when it’s hot out. It also absorbs sweat pretty well, so you don’t instantly feel sticky. The only catch? If you’re out in the heat for…

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The hidden ecosystem in your laundry: Why your washing machine might be making your clothes smelly |

Your washing machine, surprisingly, is a breeding ground for odour-causing microbes. Modern cold washes allow bacteria and oils to accumulate, forming resilient biofilms that cling to clothes. These biofilms metabolise residues, releasing unpleasant smells. It is a common modern frustration. You pull a fresh load of laundry out of the machine, expecting that crisp, sun-dried…

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Chandni Vishwakarma: ‘This is where I studied…’Why MP board topper Chandani’s parents say there’s no one like her

Image credits: BBC News Hindi The narrow slum lanes couldn’t choke Chandni Vishwakarma’s big dreams. Hailing from Bhopal’s Bhim Nagar colony, Chandni is one of Madhya Pradesh’s 12th board toppers. The bright girl, who lives in a one-room home with her family, comes from a humble background. Chandni’s father works as a carpenter, earning around…

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