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5 must follow habits that will boost your digestion and help with weight loss

5 must follow habits that will boost your digestion and help with weight loss

Dinner at 10:30 pm feels normal in many Indian homes. But biologically, the body handles food better earlier in the evening. Insulin sensitivity drops at night. That means the same meal may lead to higher blood sugar spikes after 9 pm compared to 7 pm.A 2022 controlled study by researchers at the National Institutes of Health found that late eaters burned fewer calories, felt hungrier, and stored more fat than early eaters, even when calorie intake was similar.What helps:Finish dinner at least 2-3 hours before sleepKeep it lighter than lunchAdd protein and fibre to slow sugar spikesโ€‹A simple plate of…
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Can 5 minutes a day build real fitness?

Can 5 minutes a day build real fitness?

Five minutes alone will not create bodybuilder-level muscle. But it can build functional strength, especially for beginners.Muscle adapts to stress. If someone who is sedentary begins doing daily squats and push-ups, even for five minutes, the body responds. Within two to four weeks, there is better muscle coordination, improved endurance, and often visible firmness.For stamina, the gains may be even clearer. Short bursts increase heart rate quickly. Over time, the heart becomes more efficient. Resting heart rate may drop slightly. Breathing during daily tasks becomes easier.Fitness is not only about size or speed. It is also about being able to…
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10 silent rules emotionally intelligent people live by (But rarely talk about)

10 silent rules emotionally intelligent people live by (But rarely talk about)

Emotional intelligence isnโ€™t accidental โ€” itโ€™s rooted in timeless psychological laws and behavioural principles. From the Attitude Principle to Parkinsonโ€™s Law, from the Self-Fulfilling Prophecy to the Pareto Principle, history has quietly mapped how humans think, react, succeed, and sabotage themselves. Emotionally intelligent people may never name these theories aloud, but they practice them instinctively. They understand the Peter Principle, respect the Circle of Control, and recognise how mindset shapes outcomes. These silent rules arenโ€™t motivational slogans โ€” they are lived disciplines. And over time, they shape stronger relationships, clearer thinking, and steadier emotional responses. Here are 10 such rules…
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5 plants you should NEVER place near the main door as per Vastu and why

5 plants you should NEVER place near the main door as per Vastu and why

Our homeโ€™s main entrance is far more than just a doorway. The entrance is considered the main channel through which energies also enter our home, be it positive or negative. Therefore it is important for us to know what things bring positivity through the entrance. From nameplates to plants, everything has an important role in shaping the homeโ€™s energy. While Vastu always encourages greenery, not all plants are suggested for placement near the entrance. There are some plants which are said to block positive energy and attract negativity when placed at the main door. Understand that your main door is…
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simple movements to balance your mind, body and energy

simple movements to balance your mind, body and energy

This center integrates rather than activates. After movement, brief stillness allows the system to settle and absorb the shift. Insight often comes not from doing more, but from pausing after conscious movement.The future of inner work may not be quieter. It may simply be more physical, more grounded and more integrated with how people actually live.(Sidhharrth S Kumaar, Registered Pharmacist, Astro Numerologist, Life & Relationship Coach, Vaastu Expert, IKS Expert, I Ching Expert, Energy Healer, Music Therapist, Author of โ€œThink like a Sage Lead like a CEOโ€ series and Chief Astro Strategy Officer (CASO), NumroVani.)โ€‹
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Stop growing THIS beautiful plant in your garden as it attracts snakes |

Stop growing THIS beautiful plant in your garden as it attracts snakes |

Beautiful plant that attracts snakes to garden (Image source: Canva) Many people enjoy spending time in their gardens, whether it is watering plants, growing flowers, or simply sitting outdoors. A garden is a place where you can feel safe and at peace. But some plants and landscaping choices can quietly change how animals use that space. People have been talking about garden safety a lot lately, and one shrub that is often planted may make conditions that snakes like without meaning to. People are worried that the plant doesn't directly attract snakes, but that its shape can give them shade,…
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In a black saree, Fatima Sana Shaikh brings back old Bollywood glamour

In a black saree, Fatima Sana Shaikh brings back old Bollywood glamour

Fatima Sana Shaikh captivated at the Navbharat Times Utsav, winning an award for her versatile performance. She chose a classic black Torani saree, exuding timeless Bollywood glamour with delicate embroidery. Her understated styling, featuring a deep V-neck blouse and minimal gold jewelry, allowed the saree to shine, proving tradition's enduring power and effortless elegance. Bollywood may flirt with trends every season, but the saree always finds its way back to centre stage. And honestly, it never really leaves. Thereโ€™s a comfort, a confidence, almost a quiet authority that comes with a saree - something no red-carpet gown or structured power…
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7 yoga poses that may support hormonal balance and metabolic health

7 yoga poses that may support hormonal balance and metabolic health

Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, affects an estimated 10-13% of women of reproductive age, according to the World Health Organization. Many remain undiagnosed. Beyond irregular periods and acne, a deeper issue often drives symptoms: chronic low-grade inflammation and insulin resistance.Inflammation may not feel dramatic. It builds quietly. Over time, it can disturb ovulation, increase androgen levels, and slow metabolism. So the question becomes: can something as simple as yoga help calm this internal fire? Research suggests it can support, though not replace, medical care.
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Seven Sisters Waterfall: Anand Mahindra called this Meghalaya waterfall โ€˜Poetry in Motion,โ€™ and it might inspire your next trip |

Seven Sisters Waterfall: Anand Mahindra called this Meghalaya waterfall โ€˜Poetry in Motion,โ€™ and it might inspire your next trip |

If youโ€™ve been longing to visit Northeast India but needed that final nudge to book your tickets, this might be it. And if youโ€™re still hunting for travel inspiration, Anand Mahindra may have just delivered it in the most poetic way. The business leader recently shared a striking glimpse of the Seven Sisters Waterfall in Sohra, reflecting on what sounds like a โ€˜mere statisticโ€™ rainfall that can transform into โ€˜poetry in motion.โ€™ He shared on X, โ€œThe โ€˜Seven Sisters Waterfallโ€™ in Sohra in Meghalaya Sohra once held the world record for the highest annual rainfall. That's a statistic. But itโ€™s…
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