Long before recognition, awards or headlines, a young doctor chose to travel to a village that most maps barely acknowledged. In the mid 1980s, reaching Bairagarh in Maharashtra’s Melghat region meant travelling only as far as the road allowed and then walking nearly 40 kilometres through rugged forest terrain. Healthcare …
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Last Updated:February 16, 2026, 12:27 IST Anatomists and health researchers have observed that people often report persistent tiredness, disrupted sleep, and lower stamina in their 40s, even when they are otherwise healthy Adults in their mid-30s and late-40s report higher stress levels and lower perceived well-being compared to both younger …
Hermes, a luxury brand, guards its image fiercely. A past visit by Jeffrey Epstein to an Hermes workshop highlighted the brand’s strict control over its associations. The company prioritizes discretion and reputation over potential business. This careful curation of its social circle preserves its exclusive mythology in a world increasingly …
Last Updated:February 16, 2026, 08:00 IST Deepti, a Delhi CBSE teacher, overcame months of frozen shoulder pain with physiotherapy and exercise, gradually regaining mobility and valuing movement. From a tiny ache to painful stiffness, frozen shoulder can lock the arm for months. Here’s how early movement can prevent long-term damage. …
Last Updated:February 15, 2026, 18:03 IST Valentine’s Week can amplify that connection, but only if the focus remains on intimacy rather than expectation Valentine’s week does not automatically increase libido. (File for representation) Sex may permeate our popular culture, but conversations about it are still associated with stigma and shame …
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Last Updated:February 15, 2026, 15:11 IST An independent 2026 assessment reveals that 33.6% of food labelling claims in India are non-compliant or unverified. Why stricter FSSAI norms are critical for consumer trust. Dr Rashida Vapiwala highlights that nearly one in three food labelling claims in India fails compliance, underscoring the …
Last Updated:February 15, 2026, 13:07 IST The art of pottery making reconnects people with touch, process, and the simple satisfaction of creating something by hand. This immersive focus during the pottery making creates what psychologists call a “flow state” — where anxiety drops, attention sharpens, and the mind settles. (Image: …
Last Updated:February 15, 2026, 12:53 IST Inclusive reproductive care moves beyond labels to prioritise dignity, biology, & lived experiences. Experts explain why personalised, judgment-free sexual wellness is critical Experts emphasise that inclusive reproductive care must prioritise dignity, personalised treatment, and judgment-free spaces to improve sexual wellness outcomes for every individual. …