Making this oil takes minimal effort, though you’ll want to let everything simmer gently to extract all the goodness. Step 1: Prep the seeds Place a small saucepan on the stove and pour in the coconut oil. Lightly crush the methi and kalonji seeds using a mortar and pestle before adding them in—this breaks their…
“Don’t travel by air” (PC: Canva) The social media is brimming with reels and funny memes aimed at extremely high and ‘unfair’ airline prices. With Diwali, Chhath Puja and the year-end holiday season around the corner, there’s a surge in travel demand. The internet is flooded with funny comparisons. Some even shared screenshots showing airfare…
Photo: @explorerdivi/ Instagram When a new train is launched, we usually hear about its speed, its shiny look, and the time it saves. But for many women, the real questions center around its safety.The new Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper Express, flagged off on November 1, and before its official launch, a few social media creators…
Winter brings a unique kind of beauty, from snow-covered mountains and frosty mornings to evergreen forests and chilly winds. Its quiet landscapes, peaceful atmosphere and sparkling ice formations can inspire beautiful baby names. For parents looking for a distinctive name for their little boy, winter offers plenty of interesting ideas drawn from different cultures and…
Optical illusion personality tests are interesting images that trick the brain and eyes into believing what you see first, based on a person’s focus, thoughts, and perspective.But what makes these tests even more interesting is that your friend standing next to you might see something completely different from what you see, among the different objects…
Shopping for a brother can be a task in itself. Ask him what he wants, and chances are you will get a casual “kuch nahi chahiye” or “jo lena hai le lo.” But that does not mean you cannot surprise him with something he will actually like. With Bhai Dooj around the corner, it is…
Photo: Discover Wildlife/ Curtin University Dinosaurs ruled this planet for over 150 million years before they went extinct nearly 70 million years ago.All that was left behind were bones, teeth, footprints, and a few crystallised secrets buried deep in the ground. For centuries, fossils have been our only window into their world. They show us…
Checking into a hotel room usually comes with a familiar little routine. You drop your bags, look at the bed, check the bathroom, switch on the television and perhaps admire the view from the window. But while most guests inspect the obvious corners, there are a few spots that rarely get a second glance. Some…
Monu Raj Chauhan from Bihar is running across India with the aim of visiting all 12 Jyotirlingas and four Dhams. After reaching Indore, his journey and earlier visit to Bhimashankar have attracted appreciation from social media users. Image credit: instagram.com/monu_betaurabala/(AI refined image) A pilgrimage usually involves trains, buses, cars or long walks to reach a…
Bathrooms, balconies, utility spaces and areas around kitchen sinks can become attractive to insects when there is excess moisture. Stagnant water, leaking taps and damp corners may encourage insect activity, creating a potential food source for lizards. Check for leaks, clear water collected in plant trays and make sure areas prone to moisture are cleaned…
