Lifestyle

10

Nov

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

5 things you should never keep near your bed while sleeping

Your bedside table may look harmless, but take a closer look. Between charging cables, half-empty water bottles, skincare products and yesterday's snacks, it can become a little storage corner for things that don't necessarily belong near your sleeping space. Some everyday objects can affect your sleep, attract pests or even create safety risks. Here are five things you should think twice about keeping beside your bed. Images: Canva (for representative purposes only)

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09

Nov

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

A Delhi teenager helped develop a low-cost filter that turns ordinary classroom fans into air purifiers; his Project Vayu has reached around 10,000 schoolchildren and earned him a 2026 Diana Award

Aggarwal co-founded Project Vayu to address indoor air pollution in schools where children may not have access to air-cleaning systems. A Delhi teenager has found a way to make classroom air filtration more affordable by turning an ordinary ceiling or table fan into an air purifier. His initiative, Project Vayu, has developed a low-cost filter that can be fitted onto existing fans, offering schools an alternative to expensive standalone air purifiers.The project has earned Krish Aggarwal a place on the 2026 Diana Award Roll of Honour. According to the award's official website, Aggarwal co-founded Project Vayu to address indoor air…

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09

Nov

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

5 foods that taste better when eaten the next day

Some curries and stews seem to develop more depth after resting. Ingredients such as vegetables, beans and meat sit in the seasoned gravy or broth, allowing their flavours to mingle. The sauce may also thicken slightly after refrigeration. This is particularly noticeable in dishes that contain several spices and ingredients cooked together over a longer period.One thing worth remembering is that leftovers need proper storage. Cooked food should generally be refrigerated within two hours, or within one hour in very hot conditions. Keep it covered, avoid leaving it at room temperature overnight and reheat it thoroughly before eating.So, the next…

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08

Nov

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

What are people looking for in skincare this festive season?

During festivities, consumers are shifting their focus from makeup coverage to achieving healthy skin. This trend highlights the importance of hydration and quality ingredients, steering away from quick fixes provided by cosmetics. With busy lifestyles, people prefer simplified skincare routines that prioritize long-term benefits, effectively combating issues like dryness and dullness. Additionally, the trend of gifting has evolved toward practical beauty sets, blending traditional ingredients with contemporary formulations. The festive season always brings out the impulse to buy new outfits, stock up on makeup, and get ready for a non-stop parade of photos. But if you pay attention to what…

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08

Nov

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

No engineers, no workshop: 17-year-old Gurugram student builds Rs 1 lakh solar vehicle that could make everyday travel cheaper, running at just 13 paise per km

What can a school student do with some knowledge of mathematics, an interest in automobiles and a problem he wants to solve? For 17-year-old Akshit Khera from Gurugram, the answer was a working solar-assisted three-wheeler that could help make everyday transport more affordable for families.The Class 12 student designed and built the vehicle at a final cost of Rs 102,536, with an estimated running cost of 13 paise per kilometre. As reported by India Today, Akshit developed the prototype with a weatherproof two-seat cabin, a cargo box and a 400W solar panel that also serves as a roof. The project…

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07

Nov

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

Didn’t buy anything on Dhanteras? You can gold, silver or diamonds on Diwali – here’s what to buy

Intricate gold and silver jewelry, marigold petals, and diyas adorn crimson velvet, evoking a luxurious Diwali celebration. As the festive lights of Dhanteras and Diwali go up all over India, the old question comes back to us again: should you be buying gold or silver this year? But if you missed buying anything on Dhanteras, there's still time to buy something precious.Gold is still the ultimate store of value and a true hedge against macroeconomic volatility and inflation. Silver is a very useful metal with a great deal of ceremonial value and a very strong industrial demand, plus it's much…

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07

Nov

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

Clicky Ponting: ‘Clicky Ponting’ banned from cricket for two years: How did a simple finger click at first slip end with a two-year ban?

An amateur cricketer popularly known as 'Clicky Ponting' has been banned from the sport for two years for cheating during games. Also known as Brian Devine, he was accused of tricking umpires by clicking his fingers to make the sound of a ball nicking the bat as deliveries were missed and caught by the wicketkeeper.Even though it might sound bizarre, just a small trick on a club ground, that happened in front of a few spectators, and a couple of umpires was enough to turn a little-known player into a viral celebrity.Let’s know what exactly happened."Clicky Ponting" banned for two…

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06

Nov

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

5 things that make a restaurant experience unpleasant even when the food is good

Imagine going to a restaurant, ordering something you have been craving for days and finally receiving a dish that tastes absolutely wonderful. Everything should be perfect, right? But then you remember that you waited 25 minutes just to place the order, the table was sticky and the music was so loud that you could barely hear the person sitting opposite you.Suddenly, that otherwise delicious meal does not feel like such a great experience. Eating out is about more than just what arrives on the plate. The atmosphere, service and little details can make a big difference to whether customers want…

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06

Nov

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

10 baby names inspired by forests and ancient trees

Ash is a short, gender-neutral name inspired by the ash tree, known for its tall trunk and delicate clusters of leaves. In Norse mythology, Yggdrasil, the immense tree connecting the nine worlds, is often described as an ash. The name therefore carries associations of strength, interconnectedness and the enduring life of the natural world.

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05

Nov

By The Press Editor

Lifestyle

Optical illusion personality test: What you see first reveals whether you are a good listener or a born planner

Optical illusion personality tests are interesting images that trick the brain and eyes into believing what a person sees, based on a person’s focus, perspective and thoughts running in a person’s head.Part of the charm lies in how our eyes work. The brain tries to fill in gaps and make quick choices about what it sees, so you and people can look at the same picture and notice completely different things. That is what makes optical illusions so much fun to share.These optical illusions become even more interesting to share online when each of the layered objects in the image…

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