Packing the right lunch box
The single most important job that a mom — working or stay-at-home — faces is packing a lunch box for school kids; and yes for some husbands who are overgrown kids.nThe first lunch...
View ArticleCooking together in Shekhawati
The return of the community kitchen model is proving to be boon for the poor women of rural Rajasthan, says Abha SharmaIt has been a long time since the popular 1980s soap, 'Sanjha Chulha', set in...
View ArticleWork-at-home women going places
More and more women are consciously opting out of regular jobs and cashing in on the work-from-home opportunities available on the Net, says Chetna KeerA high-flying corporate professional was going...
View ArticleAh! the smell of home
Fragrances are known to be very personal. Each person has his or her own signature style and also a special preference for a certain type of fragrance. Choosing the right fragrance for your home is a...
View ArticleIndulge your sweet tooth
If you are someone with an insatiable craving for sweets you definitely won't need a reason to cram down those calorie-rich sweet dishes, your fitness regimen and low-calorie diet notwithstanding!...
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Triple action body washCosmedic has launched its Sali-QT Active body wash in India. This triple action body cleanser is the first body wash in India that simultaneously cleanses, treats and improves...
View ArticleSix-yard wonder
The saree is the only garment that can pass off as chic and traditional at the same time, says Deepti MallyaA mere length of fabric, when draped appropriately turns into a personalised outfit that...
View ArticleUse computers? You may have CVS
Regular computer use can lead to eye and vision problems, says Dr Sri GaneshA terrible headache, redness and dryness in the eyes, persistent pain in the neck, back and shoulders … these are...
View ArticleCold weather increases the risk of heart attacks
Looking at the medical literature, it is easy to see that winter can be a dicey season for heart patients.Many studies have documented climbing heart attack rates during the winter. Some refer to the...
View ArticleThe heart thrives on love
Eternal inactiveness makes possible beautiful activity, say Bharat & Shalan SavurIf you're a Type A personality, stop competing, start complementing. It's good for harmony, great for health and a...
View ArticleHigh blood pressure tied to brain changes
High blood pressure may cause harmful brain changes in people as young as 40, a study suggests.In the report, published online early this month in Lancet Neurology, researchers measured blood pressure...
View ArticleWellbeing
Q I am 22 years old. My hair is of less-than-medium thickness. I want thick, strong and bouncy hair. What should I do? What should I eat to get thick hair? I apply almond hair oil.Also, I want my lip...
View ArticlePost-menopausal issues
Post-menopausal bleeding must be viewed with concern and investigations should start at the earliest, says Dr Leelavathi Devadas At times, women experience occasional spotting or even heavy bleeding...
View ArticleGrowing-up trouble
Constant competition between siblings can be unnerving for the parent. However, Subha Parthasarathy tells you, it is parental response to these conflicts that can make or mar any sibling...
View ArticleRoping in fresh talent
Director Preetham Gubbi has finally zeroed in on the title and cast of his big-budget, multi-starrer film — which also happens to be his first own production under the banner of Gubbi...
View ArticleFilm release
'Guru' (Kannada)Jaggesh has made his directorial debut with Guru under his home production 'Gururaj Films'. The movie stars both his sons Gururaj, who had earlier acted in Gilli and Sankranthi, and...
View ArticleTv talk
Starry twist to the showThis Saturday's elimination episode of 'The X Factor' is something special — it will witness a special performance by the beautiful Grammy award-winning singer Taylor...
View ArticleA dream comes true
It was Shankar Nag's dream to see the Metro running in Bangalore and now that it has been fulfilled, at least in parts, many in the film industry still remember the dream. Producer Shivkumar Sajjan...
View ArticleGlimpses of an urban journey
Different media, lucid audience participation and an interesting concept explored — altogether, 'AadhaaraChakra — a Dancelogue' makes for an interesting experience. This...
View ArticleHappy tunes from another continent
The ongoing celebrations of 'Oz Fest India' recently saw 'Aussie BBQ - Live on tour' happening at CounterCulture. The line-up for the Bangalore edition featured some of Australia's emerging talents and...
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