Punit Balana’s designer label turns 10

Punit Balana’s designer label turns 10

Every stitch in Punit Balana’s creations is a proud paean to Rajasthan. The garments are shaped by memories, art, colours, music, culture and localities from the State that he calls home. Be it Bagru, Sanganer, or the buzzing chowks of Jaipur, all of them find representation in Punit’s collections. “Jaipur is where everything began. I…

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US Visa Bond explained: Full list of 38 affected countries, and ports of entry |

US Visa Bond explained: Full list of 38 affected countries, and ports of entry |

The United States Department of State has officially announced the expansion of its visa-bond pilot programme, listing a series of countries whose nationals may have to pay a refundable bond when applying for US business or tourist visas. The updated list, issued on Jan 8, 2026, specifies who will be affected, and when the rule…

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How to choose the best diet for your body, according to Dr. Hyman

How to choose the best diet for your body, according to Dr. Hyman

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Nearly half of Americans try to lose weight each year, and roughly 17% (about 43 million adults) follow a special diet like keto, vegan or Mediterranean, data shows. With so many different diet plans and conflicting advice, it may be difficult to determine the right way to…

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A cookery book from a Sahitya Akademi winner explores traditional recipes of Nanjil Nadu

A cookery book from a Sahitya Akademi winner explores traditional recipes of Nanjil Nadu

Sahitya Akademi award winner Nanjil Nadan’s book ‘Nanjil Naatu Unavu’ | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Food is an integral part of society, and like the fine arts, it flourishes in regions where basic human needs are met. The food habits — both vegetarian and non-vegetarian — of Nanjil Nadu in Kanniyakumari district are, in a…

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Reviving tradition: Karrasamu returns to Andhra Pradesh’s martial arts scene

Reviving tradition: Karrasamu returns to Andhra Pradesh’s martial arts scene

A sudden burst of energy fills the air one evening at VMRDA Central Park. With sticks in hand, a team consisting of people of a mixed age group, launches into action. Eyes locked in concentration, their hands move with precision, executing intricate strikes and blocks with effortless grace. The movements flow seamlessly from one technique…

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The Nilgiris story: A showcase of curated line of shawls, scarves, home textiles, and linen saris, handcrafted by Toda artisans

The Nilgiris story: A showcase of curated line of shawls, scarves, home textiles, and linen saris, handcrafted by Toda artisans

Seated on the grasslands in remote hamlets, usually under the shade of a large tree, the Toda women of the Nilgiris engage in their art — a distinctive, Geotagged black and red embroidery — singing full-throated songs that talk of damp grass, warm sunlight, and mountain air. Deeply inspired by Nature, this intricate pukhoor (motif)…

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Your toilet smells or flushes poorly? This hidden area could be the reason; here’s how to clean it without harsh chemicals |

Your toilet smells or flushes poorly? This hidden area could be the reason; here’s how to clean it without harsh chemicals |

Cleaning the toilet bowl is a very common activity we engage in as part of our everyday cleaning routines. Still, the toilet tank, which lies hidden behind the commode, rarely gets any attention at all. This can result in a buildup of minerals, mould, rust, and bacterial accumulation in the tank, causing the toilet to…

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Measles outbreak spreads to Clemson University campus in South Carolina

Measles outbreak spreads to Clemson University campus in South Carolina

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The South Carolina measles outbreak has spread to Clemson University. The state’s Department of Public Health informed Clemson staff of a “confirmed case of measles” in an individual associated with the university, according to an update from the school published Saturday. “The individual has isolated, per DPH…

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Tamil Nadu’s first floating restaurant opened at Muttukadu

Tamil Nadu’s first floating restaurant opened at Muttukadu

The ₹5-crore double decker boat can accommodate up to 125 persons at a time.  Tamil Nadu’s first floating restaurant was opened on the backwaters of Muttukadu near Chennai. The ₹5-crore double decker boat can accommodate up to 125 persons at a time.  Tourism Minister R. Rajendran and MSME Minister T. M. Anbarasan inaugurated the boat…

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Summer camp at Visakhapatnam’s Port Stadium offers 25 sports under one roof

Summer camp at Visakhapatnam’s Port Stadium offers 25 sports under one roof

Children participating at the summer camp by Vishwanadh Sports Club at Port Stadium in Visakhapatnam. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Whether your child loves to kick the football, revels at archery or is a budding artist at heart, here is a summer camp that has a plethora of options under one roof. Learn a new…

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