In most kitchens, the mixer grinder is used almost every day. It crushes spices, blends chutneys and grinds everything from coffee beans to soaked lentils. Over time, tiny food particles and moisture collect around the blades. If they are not cleaned properly, the blades may lose their shine, develop unpleasant odours or even begin to…
India has the most wild tigers in the world than any other country on Earth. As per latest government data, nearly three out of every four wild tigers in the world live in Indian forests. The country is known for its population of Bengal tigers. But beyond the numbers, some individual tigers and tigresses have…
Himachali food is often described as rustic and comforting, but that only tells half the story. Shaped by mountain seasons, local produce, slow cooking and limited ingredients, the cuisine of Himachal Pradesh has long leaned toward balance rather than excess. Many traditional dishes rely on lentils, fermented foods, leafy greens, millets, yogurt, jaggery and just…
The real reason hotels use key cards instead of traditional metal keys For most travellers, checking into a hotel follows the same routine. You hand over an ID, collect your room card, and head straight to the lift. The little plastic card has become such a familiar part of the experience that few people stop…
Naoero, previously known as Nauru, has introduced a program that offers citizenship to individuals contributing to climate adaptation funding. The initiative focuses on securing finances necessary for relocating vital infrastructure and families further inland, in response to the increasing threats posed by rising sea levels and coastal flooding. Those who successfully navigate the rigorous application…
Kazakhstan has released adult Amur tigers into the wild after a 70-year absence. This reintroduction follows extensive habitat preparation and prey population restoration efforts. Scientists confirmed the genetic similarity between extinct Turanian and current Amur tiger populations. The country has implemented a comprehensive conflict-prevention system for human-tiger coexistence. This significant conservation initiative aims to re-establish…
How to grow strawberry: 5 kitchen scraps, peels that provide good nutrients Before that banana peel or eggshell lands in the bin, it’s worth pausing for a second, especially if you’re growing strawberries at home. These low, sprawling plants are surprisingly heavy feeders for something so small, needing a steady supply of potassium and calcium…
You don’t need a huge backyard to grow a garden that is all full of greenery and tall trees; even a balcony works just fine, a small one as well. The trick lies in how smartly the space is utilised, and it is not just how large the floor space is, it is about how…
Growing a mango tree in a pot? These 5 steps can get you to harvest faster There’s something almost irresistible about the idea of stepping onto your own balcony and plucking a ripe, homegrown mango, especially in a country where the fruit borders on a seasonal obsession. The catch most people run into is timing:…
In Indian tradition, both ingredients carry their own symbolism. Curd, or dahi, has long been regarded as an auspicious food associated with purity, abundance and positive beginnings.It is one of the components of Panchamrit, the sacred mixture used in Hindu rituals, and is commonly offered during religious ceremonies. Sugar, meanwhile, represents sweet flavour, happiness and…
Love doesn’t always arrive with flowers, long texts, or dramatic movie moments. Sometimes it shows up in quiet acts of care, like remembering your coffee order or checking if you’ve reached home safely. But here’s the tricky part: not everything that looks like love actually comes from a healthy place. Some behaviours can feel flattering…
The goal isn’t to cover the scalp with oil – it’s to treat what’s causing the dandruff. That’s where anti-dandruff shampoos come in. Ingredients like ketoconazole, zinc pyrithione, selenium sulfide and piroctone olamine are designed to target the yeast and reduce flaking, rather than simply moisturising the scalp. If you’ve been using one for a…
