A date with the deep blue sea Meet these tailors from Thoothukudi who are stand up paddling champions

A date with the deep blue sea Meet these tailors from Thoothukudi who are stand up paddling champions

R Muthukutti who won the Palk Bay Stand Up Paddle boarding (SUP) championship. R Muthukutti, V Muthumariammal and R Ramalakshmi have never lived by the sea. Two out of them do not swim and have barely had the chance to encounter large water bodies. A regular day in their life consists of a morning routine…

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Kochi Muziris Biennale: Where to shop for souvenirs

Kochi Muziris Biennale: Where to shop for souvenirs

Banana chips are a cliche, albeit a delicious one. If you are in town for the Kochi Muziris Biennale, here are the best things to buy from homegrown labels and some of our favourite spaces.   The Biennale Kada The Biennale Kada showcases a range of products from Kerala handlooms to notebooks, jewellery to keepsakes, which…

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First major snowfall of the season sweeps Himachal Pradesh, blanketing Shimla, Manali and Lahaul-Spiti; IMD issues orange alert |

First major snowfall of the season sweeps Himachal Pradesh, blanketing Shimla, Manali and Lahaul-Spiti; IMD issues orange alert |

After weeks of anticipation, winter has finally announced its arrival in Himachal Pradesh, with a western disturbance bringing the season’s first spell of widespread and heavy snowfall across the hill state. The change in weather has been dramatic. Snow has blanketed high-altitude and tribal regions since last night, while lower-lying areas have seen rain accompanied…

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Anna Samuel creates hyper reality cakes, crafting edible art like kappa-meen curry and biryani

Anna Samuel creates hyper reality cakes, crafting edible art like kappa-meen curry and biryani

Anna Samuel | Photo Credit: Special arrangement Anna Samuel gifted her a father-in-law a potted succulent on his birthday. He kept it on a shelf with his collection of cacti. “When it was time to cut the birthday cake, I brought it to the table. That is when he realised it was a cake!” says…

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Is rock climbing picking up as a fitness option in India?

Is rock climbing picking up as a fitness option in India?

On the first trip to a bouldering gym, apprehension takes over. As you step into your shoes and warm up for your first climb, the feeling persists. But once you conquer your first boulder, the feeling of accomplishment leaves you wanting more. Indoor bouldering, which is beginner-friendly and easily accessible, is finding more takers as…

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Fresh finds, festive vibes: Armoire returns to Chennai with its 10th edition Festive Edit

Fresh finds, festive vibes: Armoire returns to Chennai with its 10th edition Festive Edit

The Armoire returns to Chennai with the milestone 10th edition of its much-loved pop-up, The Festive Edit. This one-day shopping experience brings together over 50 designers from across India, featuring a mix of Indian, Indo-western, and contemporary western wear — perfectly timed for the upcoming festive and wedding season. Stitch Stories, OFrida, Isha Sawhney, Studio Radical…

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Which tree is known as the ‘king of trees’: Uncover what makes it a symbol of strength, longevity and ecological importance |

Which tree is known as the ‘king of trees’: Uncover what makes it a symbol of strength, longevity and ecological importance |

Trees have always been a part of human civilization, and their uses range from providing protection, food, shade, and a source of life in the form of oxygen to many other things. Among the innumerable species of trees that scatter the world, only one species will be highlighted for the virtues of size, endurance, and…

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Digestive health improved by common vitamin found in foods, study reveals

Digestive health improved by common vitamin found in foods, study reveals

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A common vitamin found in everyday foods may play a role in how often people go to the bathroom, according to a large new study. Researchers found evidence that vitamin B1, also known as thiamine, is linked to gut motility, which is the process that moves food…

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Old Mahabalipuram Road, a late-night food haven for the young and old

Old Mahabalipuram Road, a late-night food haven for the young and old

Active at night: The area is home to IT companies and start-ups. Many of their employees step out for a snack at night. | Photo Credit: Sangeetha Kandavel V.M. Food Street on Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR) has emerged as a vibrant night destination for college students, information technology professionals, and food enthusiasts. With an array…

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63-year-old homemaker from Kochi wins four gold medals at the recently concluded International Powerlifting Federation championships at Ulaanbaatar

63-year-old homemaker from Kochi wins four gold medals at the recently concluded International Powerlifting Federation championships at Ulaanbaatar

Reeni Tharakan power lifting at Ulaanbaataar | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT When Reeni Tharakan hit the gym 10 years ago, at 53, it was driven by a desire to lose weight and stay healthy. The last thing on her mind was powerlifting, let alone winning gold medals at international powerlifting competitions. She won four gold…

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