Saturday, Nov 26, 2022
Journalism of Courage
Jayashree Narayanan
Jayashree Narayanan is a Deputy Copy Editor working with The Indian Express. From health and fitness to gender and diversity, she likes to write on a variety of subjects, stories, and people. You can expect to read stories on health, books, fitness, celeb interviews, and stories of people with disabilities, climate change makers, empowering women […]
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Why it is essential to nip pre-diabetes, a ‘reversible condition’, in the bud
November 25,2022 12:30:45 PM
"Pre-diabetes is when the blood-glucose range is between 100 to 125 mg/dL, while levels above 126 mg/dL indicate diabetes." Dr Paula Goel, consultant paediatrician, adolescent physician and founder, Fayth Clinic told indianexpress.com
Sat, Nov 26, 2022
‘Fit for life’: Gul Panag shares her mantra for healthy living
November 15,2022 12:30:54 PM
Gul Panag, who has always been an advocate of freedom and living life on one's own terms, told indianexpress.com, "In a patriarchal society like ours, it’s imperative that women empower themselves financially, because that is the only real route to freedom and empowerment."
Tue, Nov 15, 2022
‘I don’t like to eat; get restless without riyaaz’: Suresh Wadkar
November 08,2022 12:30:24 PM
"Classical music has a fantastic future ahead. Classical music is our heritage. It is never going to get out of fashion," Padma Shri Suresh Wadkar, who recently performed at Virasat Arts and Heritage Festival 2022, said
Tue, Nov 08, 2022
‘Photography is about instinct and being spontaneous’: Portrait photographer Shikha Khanna
November 01,2022 12:30:51 PM
Shikha Khanna, who is all set to launch a coffee table book comprising self portraits of 100 mothers, said, "I want for these 100 mums and their families to recognise that their stories matter"
Tue, Nov 01, 2022
‘Pandemic became quite stressful at points, and also boring. I was very uninspired’: Prateek Kuhad
October 28,2022 12:30:53 PM
"It seems to be a very personal way in which people absorb music. Everyone has their own way in which they use music to nourish their lives and I have my own," Prateek Kuhad said
Fri, Oct 28, 2022
‘Hrithik Roshan’s diet for ‘Fighter’ mostly comprises six meals a day, one protein shake’: Personal trainer Kris Gethin
October 18,2022 12:30:25 PM
"I don't allow Hrithik to have a cheat meal. He usually has sugar cravings, like chocolate or cake or anything sugary," Kris Gethin told indianexpress.com in an exclusive interview
Tue, Oct 18, 2022
‘If fasting for a day makes my family happy, I am more than willing to do it’: Why women observe ‘nirjala’ Karwa Chauth vrat
October 13,2022 12:30:06 PM
Also known as Karak Chaturthi, on this day, many women fast without food and water for their husband/partner's s long life, safety, and prosperity. The fast is only broken after sighting the moon which is expected to rise around 8.10 pm in India
Thu, Oct 13, 2022
Home, hybrid, or office? How are employers responding to the post-WFH scenario
October 04,2022 12:30:32 PM
"The new hybrid model promises greater access to talent, increased productivity for individuals and small teams, lower costs, more individual flexibility, and improved employee experiences," mentioned Dr Rohit Sharma, CEO, and founder, Zini.AI
Tue, Oct 18, 2022
From kaapi pak to gulkhand pedas: What’s driving the demand for ‘gourmet’ mithais?
September 27,2022 12:30:37 PM
"The variety and inventiveness of gourmet sweets is as amazing as their ingredient research, plating, and presentation that they can bring back long-forgotten memories and traditions."
Tue, Sep 27, 2022
‘Women’s right across the world remain fragile and easy to reverse’: UN Women mission head Nishtha Satyam
September 20,2022 12:30:07 PM
"Gender equality is a real possibility for nations and India could emerge as the lighthouse of the South," said Satyam, mission head, UN (United Nations) Women in Timor Leste
Tue, Sep 20, 2022
‘Suresh never ceases to inspire, both as a partner and a parent’: Priyanka Raina
September 13,2022 12:30:34 PM
"Unconditionally supportive is how I would like to describe Suresh," Priyanka Chaudhary Raina said
Tue, Sep 13, 2022
Why colour blindness (especially, this type) affects more males than females
September 06,2022 13:20:22 PM
According to Dr Tanvi Shah, consultant ophthalmologist at Masina Hospital, Mumbai, depending on the type of cone which is defective or absent, the type of colour blindness can be diagnosed.
Tue, Sep 06, 2022
Pune opens its door to city’s first mental health cafe to ‘subtly create awareness’
September 04,2022 17:46:56 PM
"The main reason is to provide insight about mental health. We are not providing any therapy, or counselling in the cafe as it is meant only for clinical settings. The goal is that anyone who visits the cafe for food, or to chit-chat with their friends, or perhaps, to relax, they will find out a little more on mental health,” psychologist Vinaya Gore told indianexpress.com.
Mon, Sep 05, 2022
Artist Suvigya Sharma is on a mission to protect endangered species, one miniature artwork at a time
August 30,2022 12:30:36 PM
Choosing art as a medium to promote conservation has the power to reach places where other mediums can't, said artist Suvigya Sharma
Tue, Aug 30, 2022
How non-alcoholic beverages give ‘excitement of a cocktail’, but without ‘hangover, calories’
August 23,2022 12:30:09 PM
Herbs like ginger, turmeric and citrus fruits like orange, mandarin oranges along with hops and spices like cinnamon are often added to give that health twist and the much-needed flavour and zest," said gut microbiome specialist Munmun Ganeriwal
Tue, Aug 23, 2022
‘Hindi literature written by a woman has gained recognition’: Alka Saraogi on winning the Dayawati Modi Stree Shakti Samman
August 16,2022 11:37:20 AM
"When my first novel was published in French, Italian, Spanish and German, it was like a dream come true," Alka Saraogi told indianexpress.com
Tue, Aug 16, 2022
‘I’m a classic introvert, so isolation is actually enjoyable for me’: Rahul Khanna
August 10,2022 12:30:33 PM
"I also tend to stay away from anything too 'trendy' and I like items that have longevity and will last a long time," said Rahul Khanna
Thu, Aug 11, 2022
‘False Clouds and Real Deluges’: Professor Atul Bhalla is on a mission to map climate change through art
August 03,2022 12:30:29 PM
Throughout the project, the teams will go on expeditions across the country and the world including Nepal to monitor the weather changes.
Wed, Aug 03, 2022
‘Art is now all about out-of-canvas experiences’: Artist Akshita Gandhi
July 27,2022 12:30:22 PM
"With the increase of globalisation, technological innovations and several other reasons, traditional art forms are dying and may soon become extinct, which will be a huge blow to us, culturally and historically," the artist said
Wed, Jul 27, 2022
Mental health: When is the right time to seek help?
July 20,2022 12:30:10 PM
"Considerations, such as misinformation, time constraints, or tight finances can often colour one's decision to consult a psychologist, psychiatrist, therapist, or another expert," said Debasmita Sinha, a psychologist
Sat, Jul 23, 2022
Crocheting and knitting: How these age-old hobbies helped many youngsters overcome stress, anxiety amid pandemic
July 13,2022 17:00:04 PM
Crocheting is a knitting art form that involves one hook and yarn. It can be done by hand or machine, and involves creating stitches, loops of yarn in a row, either flat or round.
Thu, Jul 14, 2022
Is increased cocoa content in chocolates beneficial for health?
July 07,2022 12:30:44 PM
World Chocolate Day 2022: Cocoa inherently has a bitter and deep taste since it has theobromine which gives its "stimulatory characteristic and pleasantly bitter taste", and hence increasing cocoa percentage changes the taste of the chocolate a lot
Thu, Jul 07, 2022
Is there a link between natural disasters and mental health? Experts decode
June 28,2022 12:30:03 PM
In situations where support systems get compromised as well, the impact can be more long-lasting and devastating, expressed psychologist Kamna Chhibber.
Tue, Jun 28, 2022
‘Yoga injected life back into me’: Celebrity yoga trainer Anshuka Parwani
June 21,2022 12:30:42 PM
This International Day of Yoga, celebrity yoga trainer Anshuka Parwani talks about her tryst with yoga, why it is for everyone, and lists some of the biggest myths that need to be busted right away!
Tue, Jun 21, 2022
Pune opens doors to its first legal hemp-based cafe
June 18,2022 19:23:46 PM
Not to shy away from experimenting with hemp, cafe-owner Amruta and her chef serve freshly prepared snacks each day.
Sun, Jun 19, 2022