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Happy Rose Day 2018: Wishes, Gifs, Best Quotes, Images, Photos, Shayris, SMS, Facebook Status and WhatsApp Messages
February 7, 2018 16:14 IST
Happy Rose Day: Rose Day marks the beginning of the seven-day world-wide celebration of love, more popularly known as Valentine's Week. If you're falling short of the right words for the occasion or can't send actual roses, then let's help you out with these lovely messages, quotes and photo cards you can send to your loved ones and brighten up their day.
Hot tea ups esophageal cancer risk in smokers, drinkers
February 6, 2018 19:55 IST
Participants in the study who drank high-temperature tea, consumed alcohol excessively and smoked had an esophageal cancer risk more than five times greater than those who had none of those three habits.
Preemies make fewer friends, at risk of being bullied: Study
February 6, 2018 19:50 IST
For the study the team analysed over 1,000 children born in Germany and found that those born premature, including very preterm and moderately-to-late preterm babies, are less accepted by their peers.
Science-backed tips to get more from your bodyweight workouts
February 8, 2018 09:24 IST
No gym equipment? No problem. Steal these expert tips to get more from bodyweight workouts, because they’re flexible, convenient and cheap. You can also do them anywhere, any time. Also, if done properly, the benefits are immense.
Add hues of black to your plate for healthy living
February 6, 2018 16:33 IST
Activated charcoal helps to alleviate uncomfortable gas and bloating. It works by binding the gas-causing by-products in foods that cause discomfort., say experts.
World lung cancer day 2018: Regular physical activity can boost better lung function even for smokers
August 1, 2018 10:21 IST
World lung cancer day 2018: The research study highlights the importance of physical activity among current smokers specifically, which are a group at higher risk of poor lung function
Spending long hours in dim light may affect learning ability
February 6, 2018 15:55 IST
Spending too much time in dimly lit rooms might change the brain's structure and hurt one's ability to remember and learn, says a study.
A helpless father’s plea – Save my 3-year-old from the pain of Blood Cancer!
February 6, 2018 15:43 IST
Srinivasa Gowda is struggling to support his son’s cancer treatment. You can help him by donating generously to his fundraiser.
Mischief Mixed in Magic: One of Roald Dahl’s best stage adaptations comes to Delhi
February 6, 2018 13:59 IST
One of the world's best stage adaptations of Roald Dahl's children's book, George's Marvellous Medicine, will be staged in Delhi. The crux of this play is George mixing up things and making a potion because all children like adding this to that and creating coloured water.
International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation: What you should know
February 6, 2018 09:52 IST
On February 6 (Tuesday), as the world comes together to commemorate the International Day of Zero Tolerance For Female Genital Mutilation, here is what the horrifying practice is about and the problems stemming from it.
Forest of Images
February 6, 2018 00:20 IST
Well-known wildlife photographer Dicky Singh’s exhibition captures majestic moments of animals in their habitat
Study shows Female Genital Mutilation widely practised among Bohras; evokes comparison with triple talaq
February 6, 2018 09:52 IST
The survey was carried out in four Indian states with high concentration of the Bohras -- Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Rajasthan -- as well as Kerala, where a few Sunni Muslim sects are known to practise Female Genital Mutilation.
An Enduring Legacy:The oldest member of Karim’s, Zahooruddin, died at 85, leaving behind a living heritage
February 6, 2018 09:53 IST
From Presidents Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed and Zakir Hussain, to Prime Minister Indira Gandhi whose famed iftaar parties were catered by Karim’s, to actor Dilip Kumar and artist MF Hussain, all have savoured the magic only the family knows to stir up.
Bollywood Blitz: Is it time for Indian fashion to axe the filmi showstopper?
February 6, 2018 09:54 IST
Whether Karan Johar actually wears pieces from Falguni and Shane Peacock’s menswear line Louche off the runway or not, his silver-flecked hair-do and persistent pout has social media chatterati still chittering. Hopefully, the success of the new line won’t be as temporary as the fastness of Johar’s hair dye.
Anxious people more likely to get bitten by dogs: Study
February 5, 2018 22:51 IST
The researchers assessed emotional stability using the Ten Item Personality Inventory (TIPI), which measures aspects of personality, including emotional stability and neuroticism, to see whether certain traits might have any bearing on the risk of being bitten.
Anthology of 100 Indian poems translated into Portuguese
February 5, 2018 22:47 IST
The anthology includes poems in Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Kashmiri, Konkani, Maithili, Malayalam, Marathi, Nepali, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu among other languages and includes the poems of Kalidas, Kabir, Lal Ded, Mir, Ghalib, Tagore, Nirala among others.
Himachal university to give yoga tips to Chinese varsity students
February 5, 2018 22:39 IST
Shoolini University has signed an MoU with Yunnan Minzu University under an exchange programme that will commence on International Yoga Day - June 21.
Can meditation make us better individuals?
February 5, 2018 22:28 IST
Meditation plays no significant role in reducing aggression or prejudice or improving how socially-connected someone is, says a recent study. The researchers reviewed more than 20 studies that investigated the effect of various types of meditation, such as mindfulness and loving-kindness, on pro-social feelings and behaviours.
Why a visit to the world’s largest river island in Assam is a must
February 5, 2018 22:20 IST
Majuli, a hub of the Assamese neo-Vaishnavite culture, has many satras (religious and cultural institutions). After the half-hour ferry ride, you will reach the shrinking island, which is located over 300 km from Guwahati, Assam's main city, and is home to approximately two lakh people consisting of Brahmins, Kalitas, Mishings, Deori and more.
Kareena Kapoor Khan looks pristine in Anamika Khanna’s design at LFW finale
February 5, 2018 22:08 IST
Anamika Khanna said her showstopper Kareena Kapoor Khan's outfit for the Lakme Fashion Week finale was a form of sari drape, which teamed it up with pants just to make it a little different and stronger.
Melange of cultural accents showcased at Ridhi Mehra Sekhri’s show at LFW
February 5, 2018 21:58 IST
Constantly striving to modernise and narrate a design story, Ridhi Mehra Sekhri presented unique fashion aesthetics in an amalgamation of five different cultures that had shaped her past collections on the finale day of the fashion gala.
5 health tips to prepare yourself for onset of summer
February 5, 2018 21:16 IST
The Indian summer is known for its high temperatures and humidity, which can make you feel uncomfortable and stuffy. Wearing light and breathable fabrics is an effective way to beat the heat. Here are some tips to prepare yourself for the heat.
Can meditation make us better individuals?
February 5, 2018 21:01 IST
These studies used meditation techniques derived from Buddhism, such as mindfulness and loving-kindness meditation, but not other related activities, like yoga or Tai-Chi.
Severe pre-eclampsia may lead to high BP after pregnancy: Study
February 5, 2018 20:36 IST
According to a study, women with severe pre-eclampsia can be seven times more susceptible to developing future cardiovascular disease compared to women with a normal blood pressure during pregnancy.
Kolkata’s Howrah Bridge turns 75: Seven lesser-known facts about the iconic bridge
February 5, 2018 18:58 IST
As Rabindra Setu - popularly known as Howrah Bridge - celebrates its 75th anniversary, here are some interesting and lesser-known facts about the iconic structure. Opened to the public in 1943, in a pre-Independence era historic bridge is a engineering marvel and one of the busiest bridges in the world.
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