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How Kerala’s 300-year-old flooring method keeps homes cool without AC and why it needs to make a comeback in Indian homes

Image Credit: Instagram/ soorya96 In the contemporary world, with ACs (Air Conditioners) ruling most of our households, we often forget that traditional Indian architecture had some very effective ways of ensuring a cool indoor environment naturally. Before the advent of the electricity-based methods of cooling our homes, natural means were used to keep the temperature…

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From ‘Chotu’ to ‘Aradhya’: Names Rajasthan govt says parents should think twice about

Rajasthan’s Saarthak Naam Abhiyan encourages parents to choose meaningful names for children, moving beyond casual nicknames like ‘Chotu’ or ‘Kalu’. The initiative aims to foster dignity and strength, as names accompany individuals throughout life, impacting self-perception and societal interaction. While voluntary, the campaign offers a list of 3,000 culturally rich names, seeking to prevent embarrassment…

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Yuzvendra Chahal ‘Yuzi’s’ ₹25 crore multi-storey bungalow in Gurgaon combines designer interiors, cricket trophy gallery and family-first living

Yuzvendra Chahal, fondly known as ‘Yuzi’, is Indian cricket team’s charismatic leg-spinner who has created a unique name for himself across formats. From being a chess prodigy to becoming one of the most dependable bowlers of the Indian cricket team, his journey is inspirational. Chahal has played a significant role in myriad national and international…

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Sakshi Dhoni: CSK vs KKR: Stunning Sakshi Dhoni steals the spotlight in dreamy pink while CSK seals the win

Sakshi Singh Dhoni effortlessly captivated attention at the CSK vs KKR match with her understated elegance. She sported a ₹16,500 soft pink handwoven mulberry silk kurta set from Surmaye, featuring delicate hand-painted magnolia flowers and stripes. Her simple yet polished look, devoid of heavy accessories, perfectly complemented the summer vibe and CSK’s significant win. There’s…

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Beyond the aroma: The science-backed reason your grandmother boiled Rosemary |

Boiling fresh rosemary for 15 minutes releases antimicrobial molecules and polyphenols, transforming water vapor into an air purification agent. Imagine entering a house where there’s a pot filled with rosemary cooking on the stovetop, and being engulfed with an aroma that is at once fresh yet grounding. Grandmothers for many generations have depended upon this…

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