In 1292 AD, Italian missionary and traveler John of Montecorvino described coconuts in India as “Indian nuts, as big as melons and gourds.” The Sanskrit word for coconut, "narikela," is derived from two Southeast Asian terms: "niyor" for oil and "kolai" for nut, reflecting the
ED Raids Target Himachal Leaders Linked to Chief Minister Sukhu Over Alleged Ayushman Bharat Fraud The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has raided multiple locations in Himachal Pradesh and neighboring states in connection with an alleged fraud involving fake Ayushman Bharat ID cards. Among those under investigation are
Following a series of devastating landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad district that have resulted in over 160 deaths and 200 injuries, former Wayanad MP and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, along with his sister and Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi, is scheduled to visit
Eight Expelled Akali Dal Leaders: From Former Ministers and SGPC Chiefs to Party Veterans and Ex-Sukhbir Aides The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), led by Sukhbir Badal, has expelled eight senior members from its primary membership for engaging in "anti-party activities" and allegedly conspiring against the leadership.
In a significant move ahead of the Supreme Court's September 30 deadline for holding Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, the J&K government has granted proprietary rights to West Pakistan Refugees (WPRs) and those displaced by the 1965 India-Pakistan war. These rights pertain to "state
Pravin Darekar began his political journey over three decades ago with the students' wing of the Shiv Sena. He later became a Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) MLA before switching to the BJP, where he served as the Leader of the Opposition in the Maharashtra Legislative
Swallowing a handful of pills is a daily routine for many, from young adults managing anxiety to older individuals handling chronic conditions. In the U.S., 13% of people take five or more prescription medications, and for those aged 65 and older, this number rises to
After portraying the courtesan-turned-rebel Bibbojaan in Heeramandi, Aditi Rao Hydari returned to dazzle with desi glamour! On Day 6 of FDCI Hyundai India Couture Week 2024, she stole the spotlight as the showstopper for designer Jayanti Reddy, looking ethereal in a gold sequined peplum kurta
Sedentary lifestyles are becoming increasingly common, particularly among urban populations. This makes it more important than ever to integrate regular exercise into our daily routines. Cycling, a low-impact and accessible form of cardio, offers numerous health benefits when practiced consistently. Dr. Vajjala Shravani, MPT (Cardiovascular) and
The seventh day of FDCI India Couture Week 2024 showcased a stark contrast between high fashion and organizational chaos. While Tarun Tahiliani’s highly anticipated ‘Otherworldly’ collection was a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship, the event itself faced significant logistical issues. Limited seating capacity led to