On a health kick, FMCG companies chase sugar-free rushDriven by health awareness and the 'Eat Right Movement,' Indian packaged food companies like Britannia, Nestle, and Tata Consumer are signi...
03 Aug, 2025, 05.30 AM IST
Best alkaline water purifiers for safe, mineral-rich drinking waterSelecting the right alkaline water purifier is crucial for families looking to stay properly hydrated with fresh, mineral-rich, clean water...
11 Jul, 2025, 10.52 AM IST
Water alone won’t cut it, experts share smart tips to stay truly hydrated all dayAs temperatures rise, experts emphasize that staying hydrated involves more than just drinking water. Balancing water intake with electroly...
04 Jul, 2025, 01.57 AM IST
Alcohol is old-fashioned: Why corporate circles are going dryA growing movement towards mindful drinking and temporary abstinence is reshaping social scenes, particularly among young professionals and...
13 Apr, 2025, 11.51 AM IST
Sobriety sips: The rise of non-alcoholic cocktails in IndiaThe non-alcoholic beverage (NAB) market is expanding in India, driven by brands like Sobriety Sips and Sober. These brands offer sophistica...
01 Mar, 2025, 10.43 PM IST
Even before US alcohol warning, younger Americans were turning to mocktailsThe U.S. Surgeon General's warning about alcohol's cancer risk may connect with younger Americans who are already consuming less alcohol. M...
05 Jan, 2025, 06.56 AM IST
Raising the bar: Themed bars, non-alcoholic cocktails and storytelling emerge as top trends of industryIn an overview of the top 100 bars for 2024, Delhi topped the list with 18 bars, followed by Goa at 16, Mumbai at 15, Bengaluru at 14 and K...
19 Nov, 2024, 11.32 AM IST
38% urban Indians consume artificial sweeteners every month, survey findsA recent survey conducted by Local Circles in India found that 38% of urban Indians consume artificial sweeteners every month. In May 2023,...
15 Jul, 2023, 09.35 PM IST
Afraid of needles? China rolling out oral COVID-19 vaccineThe vaccine, a mist that is sucked in through the mouth, is being offered for free as a booster dose for previously vaccinated people, acco...
26 Oct, 2022, 06.06 PM IST
Clap, don't chant: China aims for 'Zero COVID' OlympicsWelcome to the Beijing Olympics, where strict containment measures will aim to create a virus-proof "bubble" for thousands of international...
15 Jan, 2022, 11.56 AM IST
Are outdoor stadiums safer or indoor arenas? Things to keep in mind before attending big sporting events during the pandemicOnce at the stadium, avoid indoor bars, restaurants and box seating.
30 Apr, 2021, 07.03 PM IST
No booze, more buzz: How bars without alcohol are creating a new wave around the worldBut guess what? Sober bars aren't really a new phenomenon.
16 Mar, 2021, 06.43 PM IST
No nostalgia, Svami tonic water wants to shock & awe with quirky, infused flavoursGin drinkers have grown, leading to a rise in demand for home-brewed tonic water.
31 Dec, 2018, 05.20 PM IST
Sena joins opposition chorus questioning EVMs' reliabilitySena's Shrirang Appa Barne said several parties have questioned EVMs' functioning and claimed that many of them had raised questions during...
20 Mar, 2017, 07.24 PM IST
Green weddings show big events can be simplerUsing something recycled or up-cycled instead of something new is good but the goal is to avoid anything that is single-use: water bottles,...
26 Dec, 2016, 11.49 AM IST
7Up becomes first fizzy drink in India to use the stevia sweetenerPepsiCo’s 7Up has become the first fizzy drink in the country to do that by adding stevia, said to be the world’s most sought-after natural...
25 Aug, 2016, 02.59 AM IST
15 paradoxes that will make your head explodeIt's a crucial insight from one of the founders of Western philosophy: You should question everything you think you know.
28 Oct, 2015, 06.46 PM IST