Tired of chia seeds turning into jelly? Dr Pal shares 2 simple tricks to make them easier to eatChia seeds can be easily added to everyday meals without much effort. Sprinkle them over oatmeal, porridge, yoghurt, smoothie bowls and cer...
20 Aug, 2026, 09.40 AM IST
Burnt iron pan looks ruined? Try these easy cleaning hacks to remove stubborn food and restore its surfaceReviving burnt cast-iron pans is achievable with the right cleaning methods. Begin by simmering water to loosen stubborn food remnants. Uti...
19 Aug, 2026, 08.27 PM IST
FSSAI cracks down on ‘100%’ claims: Amway India, Emami, Bonn Biscuits withdraw misleading labelsFood regulator FSSAI has taken action against several companies for misleading claims. Amway India and Emami are among firms that withdrew ...
19 Aug, 2026, 05.23 PM IST
No visa needed, 3-star hotels for Rs 1000, Rs 500 scooty rent: Only 6 hours from India, this Vietnamese island has Maldives-like beaches, Disneyland-style theme parks and grand European architecturePhu Quoc is the perfect visa-free destination for Indian tourists craving a luxurious yet affordable escape. The island in Vietnam has stun...
19 Aug, 2026, 01.32 PM IST
In 1917, Einstein called it his 'greatest blunder', but the idea he discarded returned decades later to become central to modern cosmologyEinstein’s cosmological constant was initially introduced to create a static universe but was later abandoned. Astronomers subsequently dis...
19 Aug, 2026, 12.09 PM IST
In 1991, 3 doctors died in duty rooms; people blamed inactivity, ghee & coconut oil, but Apollo's Dr Prathap C Reddy says centuries-old famine may have altered genesIn 1991, the deaths of three Indian doctors from heart-related problems sparked concerns about the rising risk of cardiac issues among youn...
19 Aug, 2026, 11.21 AM IST
Over 2 years, across Miami-Dade, more than 9,000 trees reveal a hidden journey of heat: Mature canopies can pull temperatures down by 10°F, turning scorching streets into cooler urban spaces for residentsTrees offer significant cooling benefits to urban areas. FIU researchers found that tree canopy coverage can reduce temperatures by ten deg...
18 Aug, 2026, 10.23 PM IST
From Queen of the night to Night-blooming jasmine: 5 plants that bloom only at night and can transform your garden after sunsetSome plants save their most spectacular blooms for after sunset, creating a fragrant and unusual night garden. Queen of the night, moonflow...
18 Aug, 2026, 01.21 PM IST
No plastic, only coconut leaves: Bengaluru Christ University professor builds Rs 70 crore business by making eco-friendly straws, products are exported to 25 countriesFollowing a chance discovery, an English professor at Christ University in Bengaluru has pioneered eco-friendly, plastic-free straws made f...
18 Aug, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
10th-grade student turns coconut husk into a natural filter that can remove microplastics from seawaterA 10th-grade student in Hawaii began with a project to filter polluted seawater using coconut husks. Her research later found naturally occ...
17 Aug, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
How India's digital infrastructure opened global markets to Indian investorsIndian residents' outward remittances have significantly increased, reaching a record USD 31.73 billion by FY2023-24. Digital reforms and i...
17 Aug, 2026, 10.49 AM IST
Lady Gaga often has whisky, is an ‘adventurous eater’, How does she keep fit? Her chef reveals, 'She stays away from…’In an old interview, pop diva Lady Gaga opened up on a rather unconventional diet she once followed to keep in shape. She also admitted she...
16 Aug, 2026, 09.39 PM IST
Not water. New York University-educated nutritionist says a far more hydrating beverage exists, with more number of electrolytesBelieve it or not, water is not the most hydrating drink you can have. In a recent interview, eminent nutritionist Joy Bauer revealed that ...
16 Aug, 2026, 08.32 PM IST
How to cool down a hot car quickly without overworking the AC: Try this simple trick before you start drivingTo efficiently cool down hot cars, start by opening windows and a door on opposite sides to encourage airflow. Additionally, roll down the ...
14 Aug, 2026, 06.14 PM IST
Did your teeth fall out? Doctor explains why you should never expose them to water if you are going to the dentist: ‘Water rushes into…’Having a tooth fall out can be painful. However, you should never just wrap a fallen tooth in a piece of tissue and visit the dentist. Taki...
14 Aug, 2026, 09.13 AM IST
FSSAI crackdown in consumer interest, says Britannia chief Rakshit HargaveBritannia Industries MD Rakshit Hargave backed FSSAI’s crackdown on packaged foods and beverages, saying consumer interests should be prote...
11 Aug, 2026, 06.12 PM IST
Applying coconut oil to a stuck zipper: Why it can help, and how a thin film lets the teeth move againA common kitchen item, coconut oil, can effectively fix stubborn jacket zippers. Its fatty acid composition allows it to melt easily and cr...
11 Aug, 2026, 05.20 PM IST