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Whether it’s booking a sunrise boat ride on the Ganga in Varanasi, reserving a table at a tucked-away café in Goa, or securing tickets to a palace tour in Udaipur – summer travel across India is all about experiences that stay with you long after the trip ends. And today, planning those experiences is easier than ever. With smart travel …

You finish a meal and feel like you swallowed a rock. The bloating starts. Maybe there’s a dull heaviness, a sluggishness that makes you want to lie down. You tell yourself it’s just a heavy meal. But when it happens most days — after different kinds of food, at different times — it stops being about what you ate. It …

Summer brings longer days and vibrant energy, but for many couples planning for a family, the rising temperatures and shifts in lifestyle can introduce unexpected challenges. While discussions around fertility often focus on medical milestones and ovulation cycles, environmental factors, specifically extreme heat, hydration, and changes in nutritional patterns play a significant role in reproductive health. As temperatures soar, particularly …

The term PCOS is mostly focused on ovarian conditions. It is a misnomer as there are no ovarian cysts. The polycystic appearance are actually multiple follicles produced by ovaries in response to hormonal imbalance. Even though PCOS has effect on multiple organ systems by derranging hormones and metabolism, the term was focussing only on the changes in the ovaries. This …

For generations, pregnancy advice in Indian households has revolved around one familiar phrase: “eat for two.” While often shared with care and concern, this belief oversimplifies one of the most important pillars of maternal and fetal health. Pregnancy is not merely about eating more; it is about eating right. At a time when India is witnessing a rise in gestational …

Urban travel today is no longer just about reaching a destination; it is about experiencing comfort, convenience, and sophistication in every moment of the stay. Modern travelers seek more than just accommodation; they look for spaces that reflect elegance, provide seamless services, and cater to both relaxation and productivity. Hotels have evolved to meet these expectations, offering refined environments that …

Healthy living is often associated with balanced meals, regular exercise, and mindful habits. Yet one important aspect of wellness frequently goes unnoticed: the beverages we consume every day. While nutrition discussions often focus on food, what we drink also plays a significant role in supporting hydration, energy levels, mood, and overall well-being. Think about your day. You probably start with …

Remote work has changed the lives and work of millions of people, permanently. It is flexible and convenient but poses an increasing and often overlooked health issue: increased cardiovascular risk in the remote worker. Companies are still investing money at digital wellness platforms that track steps, sleep, stress and daily activity. But many of these tools are built to increase …

Brain tumours can have a dramatic impact on an individual’s health and quality of life; but sadly, in India, many brain tumours are at an advanced stage by the time that they are diagnosed with a brain tumour. This presents challenges when it comes to treating the brain tumour and it may also impact the ultimate outcome of the treatment …

The North Eastern Council’s Plenary rotates through the region’s capitals by convention. This year, the 73rd session came to Shillong and on the surface, that is all it was: a turn in the cycle, a conference hall booked, a city dressed for dignitaries. But conventions have a way of revealing more than they intend. Because what unfolded on June 4 …