LIFESTYLE

Celebrating India's climate action
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"The campaign -- inspired by the stories of India's young climate leaders -- encourages us to adopt a more solution-based, innovative approach to fight climate change. We know solutions are already within reach to solve the present climate crisis. We hope that Page 1 of 6 through the #WeTheChangeNow campaign, we will inspire bolder climate action from people, communities and the national and state governments," says Deirdre Boyd, UN Resident Coordinator in India.
#GlassHair effortlessly
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Despite its name, this hair trend isn't about using glass to style your hair, so what is glass hair? It's the art of using products to give your hair a mirrored, glass-like surface that reflects light from all angles. Whether you have a long or short bob, the gloss finish will create a halo-like effect around your face!
For heart health, monitor these 5 symptoms  
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Chest pain is one of the most common signs of an approaching cardiac ailment. Uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness, burning, tightness, or pain in the centre of the chest should be reported to the doctor. Many times these symptoms are confused with gastritis and heartburn.
Decorate your apartment smartly Decorate your apartment smartly
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Studio apartments generally offer limited space for basic planning and designing. One good way of utilising the space could be smartly using a bookshelf as an interface between two spaces. This will help to utilise the space better.
Air pollution caused nearly 6 mn pre-term births worldwide: Study  
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The study, led by the University of California-San Francisco and the University of Washington, quantifies the effects of indoor and outdoor pollution on several key indicators of pregnancy, including gestational age at birth, reduction in birth weight, low birth weight, and pre-term birth.
Why Covid-19 is more deadly for some with diabetes
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A research presented at the annual meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) has shown that certain characteristics put some people with diabetes at higher risk of serious illness and death than others.
When a woman reports sexual assault  
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What happens when a woman in India comes forward to report sexual assault? More often than not, she is not listened to. But what if the same things she hears from society, resonate within the courtroom? Blaming the victim, trivialising sexual assault, publicly scrutinizing a victim's dress, mental state, motives, and history, refusing to take accusations seriously, or some combination of these have made it harder for women to come forward and report abuse.
99% Indian business travellers want to resume work trips: Study
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Over 78 per cent are "very willing" to get back on work trips which is higher than the global average. The study commissioned by SAP Concur Respondents was carried out in India, Singapore, Malaysia, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand.AA While professionals are eager to restart in-person meetings soon.
Shanaya Kapoor joins Ritu Kumar's squad
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Bollywood's youth icon, Shanaya Kapoor who joins the #LabelSquad as the face for Label Ritu Kumar said, "Label Ritu Kumar is the epitome of being spontaneous and stylish mixed with a little fun and embraces my edgy yet carefree vibe extremely well. It's all about being comfortable in your own skin and that's what I believe in most. I'm very grateful and super excited to be the face of the brand!"
Healthy alternatives for the festive season
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However, amid all the fun and enjoyment, festivals are also the time when people overindulge in different delicacies which can lead to weight gain and other issues. Thankfully, there are plenty of healthy alternatives which can help your maintain your health goals. Sushma P S, Chief Dietician -- Jindal Naturecure Institute, Bengaluru, shares few easy recipes to keep in mind:
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