School classrooms are known for lessons, homework, and the occasional scolding. But one young student from Bihar recently gave the internet a moment that was far more entertaining than any textbook chapter could ever be. After being scolded by his teacher, the little boy delivered a response so dramatic that it instantly became social media … Read more
If there is one dish that captures the spirit of Gujarati winter cooking, it is undhiyu. This mixed vegetable preparation is slow-cooked with spices, herbs and often muthia, the steamed dumplings that soak up all the good flavours. Traditionally made for festivals, it is rich, earthy and deeply satisfying, with enough complexity to keep each … Read more
Pregnancy brings dramatic physical and emotional changes, and prenatal yoga offers a gentle way to support both. Pregnancy changes almost every part of a woman’s life. The body adapts every week to support a growing baby, and along with excitement often come backaches, poor sleep, swollen feet, tiredness, and emotional ups and downs. In recent … Read more
If Father’s Day existed in the animal kingdom, some dads would need more than just a mug that says “World’s Best Dad.” One father stands in Antarctic blizzards for weeks without eating. Another carries dozens of babies inside his body. One tiny monkey spends most of its day with babies clinging to its back, while … Read more
At first glance, fresh produce seems like the obvious winner. It looks brighter, sounds more natural and carries the kind of supermarket halo that makes it feel healthier by default. Frozen produce, by contrast, still fights an image problem. People often picture it as something processed, old or somehow lesser. But the truth is far … Read more
Long before neon cans promised instant energy, Indian kitchens already had their own quiet power drinks. They were not marketed as fitness fuel, and nobody was counting macros on a label, but they were rich, filling and built around ingredients that had survived generations. In homes across the country, milk, lentils, nuts, seeds and spices … Read more
At first glance, it looks like a man is colouring samosas with a paintbrush. That single image has been enough to send social media into a frenzy. While some users have raised concerns about food adulteration, others claim the samosa-shaped objects are not edible at all but decorative pieces made for display. The viral clip … Read more
Children often do not realise how much a small detail can reveal. A full name, school name, phone number, home address, location tag or even a profile photo can be used to identify them or track them. Parents should teach children that personal information is private, even if a website, game or app asks for … Read more
Parenting tip of the day: Stop completing your child’s sentences; Here’s what to do instead Parents have an inbuilt urge to help their children whenever they face the slightest bit of struggle. Some parents do it from a loving place, while some do it without even realising. A similar parental urge comes out when they … Read more
Photo: Cody Gakpo/ Instagram The Netherlands’ footballer Cody Gakpo is known for his standout performances on field. But away from the pitch, Gakpo enjoys a quiet, happy family life with his long-term partner, Dutch model Noa van der Bij. As fans celebrate his football journey, many are curious about the woman who has stood by … Read more