It is a familiar weekend scene in many homes: school is finally out, the alarm is switched off and the teenager disappears under the blanket. By the time they emerge, it may be close to noon. Parents may wonder if their child is simply being lazy, staying up too late or developing an unhealthy sleep…
If the word “high-protein” immediately makes you think of expensive supplements and protein shakes, it may be time to look back at the Indian kitchen. Many everyday ingredients already pack an impressive amount of protein. With a little planning, a wholesome dinner can easily provide more than 30g of protein without adding a scoop of…
Big dogs are often assumed to be difficult or risky around children, but many giant breeds are known for their calm, patient and affectionate nature. Often called “gentle giants,” these dogs can be wonderful family companions and may be remarkably tolerant of the energetic behaviour of young children. However, their size also comes with certain…
A monsoon outing in Maharashtra turned fatal for a tourist from Karnataka, after he was bitten by a deadly snake. The tragedy highlights a danger that is easy to overlook when tourists ignore the crevices and focus on waterfalls. As per a report by The Times of India, the victim was a 38-year-old tourist from…
6 smart ways to reuse them at home That empty pickle jar sitting in your recycling pile, or the jam jar you rinsed out but couldn’t quite bring yourself to bin, is honestly one of the most versatile things sitting in most Indian kitchens without anyone realising it. Glass jars are sturdy, completely washable, don’t…
Mace is the bright red, delicate covering surrounding the nutmeg seed. Both spices come from the same fruit, but mace requires its own careful separation and drying process.India produces mace primarily in Kerala and other parts of southern India. Its warm, sweet and slightly peppery aroma makes it popular in spice blends, biryanis, pickles and…
Choosing a name inspired by Lord Shiva is one of the most enduring traditions in Hindu households, but most parents instinctively reach for the same handful of names, Shiv, Mahesh, and Shankar, without realising just how vast Shiva’s actual repertoire of names really is. Hindu scripture describes hundreds of epithets for him, each capturing a…
Professor Deepak Dhar (Photo: IIT Kanpur Resources and Alumni) Professor Deepak Dhar has been awarded the 2026 Dirac Medal by the International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), which stands as one of the highest honours in theoretical physics.This medal was instituted in 1985 and is announced each year on Paul Dirac’s birthday, the founder of…
Imagine the possibility of a train journey between Russia and India. What if we tell you it’s a dream that has a potential to turn into a reality soon? Exciting, right? In a recent update, Russia has shared a new proposal that has put that possibility on the map while Moscow explores a railway route…
Photo courtesy: Instagram/@sheel.sanghvi For many parents, a child’s success is not really about the designation on their visiting card or the name of the company they work for. It is about seeing the child they once worried over, encouraged and perhaps quietly sacrificed for, find their feet in the world.A similar mother-daughter moment is winning…
