From bajra rotla with chana to jowar with dal, millet and legumes make a strong rural and traditional pairing across India. Millet gives complex carbohydrates, fiber, and minerals. Legumes bring protein and additional fiber. Together, they create a meal that digests more slowly and keeps energy steadier for longer. This combination is also useful for … Read more
Children often remember the glitter, the balloons and the slice of cake with the tallest frosting. But what stays longer than the decorations is the feeling around the day: being seen, being celebrated and being made to feel that their life matters. That is where birthdays can become much more than a party. They can … Read more
For adults, change can feel inconvenient. For children, it can feel like the floor has shifted. A new school, a different home, a trip to an unfamiliar city, a parent’s job transfer, even a new classroom arrangement can stir up a kind of worry that children may not know how to name. They may cling, … Read more
Carrots are everyday food, but they deserve more credit than they get. Rich in beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A, carrots support overall cellular health. Their fibre content also helps digestion move more steadily, which matters because sluggish digestion can make the body feel heavy and taxed. In Indian cooking, carrots are especially … Read more
Greek proverb of the day (AI-generated image) Greek proverbs have been well-known throughout time because of their deep wisdom and simplicity. These proverbs use various natural imagery to convey important truths in a simple manner, and they are passed on from generation to generation within the Greek culture. This culture has an extensive background in … Read more
Very few places transform quite like this UNESCO-listed park hidden high above Joshimath. It’s buried under snow for most of the year, but once the monsoon hits, the valley absolutely explodes into color. By mid-July and August, you’ll find primulas, anemones, irises, and countless wild blooms blanketing the misty Himalayan floor. It’s less about ticking … Read more
Felix is a happy, optimistic name that means “happy” or “fortunate.” This classic name from previous decades has regained its charm and uniqueness in today’s modern era. Its positive meaning, along with being easy to pronounce, makes Felix an appealing choice for those seeking a timeless but unique name for their child. There has been … Read more
Spanish proverb of the day Some proverbs survive because they sound poetic. Others survive because they describe human behaviour so accurately that people continue repeating them across generations. This Spanish proverb belongs in the second category because almost everybody has seen some version of its message play out in real life.“To tell a woman everything … Read more
Image Courtesy: Instagram Even celebrities who can provide the best of everything for their children- top schools, nutritious meals, comfortable lifestyles- are not immune to parenting struggles. Because no matter how privileged a parent may be, parenting comes with self-doubt, emotional exhaustion and the constant worry of whether you are truly understanding your child. One … Read more
Carrie Fisher was much more than a famous actress. Best known for playing Princess Leia in the iconic Star Wars films, she was also a talented writer, humourist, and mental health advocate. Born in 1956 to entertainers Debbie Reynolds and Eddie Fisher, Carrie grew up in the spotlight. Despite her fame, she openly spoke about … Read more