Team L&M Among the silt-rich deposits of the Chirang River in Manipur’s Imphal Valley researchers examining fossil plant remains have found an astonishingly intact bamboo stem, carrying the ghostly marks of long-vanished thorns. This earliest thorny bamboo fossil from Asia could rewrite a chapter of the continent’s botanical history. Bamboo fossils are extremely rare because […]Read More
Team L&M Aster DM Healthcare Ltd has launched its Centre of Excellence for Epilepsy in Bengaluru. It is a dedicated advanced care centre for comprehensive diagnosis, advanced treatment, and management. Called ‘Aster Global Institute for Advanced Epilepsy Care’, it was inaugurated by cricketer Jonty Rhodes. The Centre of Excellence, located at Aster CMI Hospital Bengaluru, […]Read More
Ramesh Bhandari Over the years, I’ve seen design trends rise and fade, but marble has never lost its place in the story of luxury. What’s changed, however, is how we interpret it. Once viewed as a symbol of grandeur, marble today represents something far more nuanced: artistry, innovation, and a connection to nature that modern […]Read More
Dr Neerja Hajela When we talk about air pollution, we traditionally associate it with the respiratory and cardiovascular system, however, emerging scientific evidence indicates that its influence extends well beyond these organs. Air pollutants penetrate our bodies and the fine particulate matter (PM₂.₅ and PM₁₀), nitrogen oxides, ozone, and other airborne pollutants can translocate from […]Read More
Apurv Modi Winter has a way of creeping on your skin long before you notice the drop in temperature. One week, your face feels normal, and the next you’re searching for heavier moisturisers, dealing with flaky patches, or wondering why your eczema has suddenly flared again. While cold weather and low humidity play a role, […]Read More
Dinesh Chandra Pandey Windows impact the daily sense of calm, comfort, and security in a home. Windows do more than simply allow light and outside air into the home. When combined with the features you select, windows provide reduced noise, enhanced energy efficiency, natural light, increased security, and a healthier indoor environment—these attributes also improve […]Read More
Dr Taher Manaquibwala Could something as routine as brushing your teeth properly, be a key to lowering your cancer risk? In small towns, oral hygiene often focuses on looks and freshness, but the connection between oral health and overall well-being in undeniable. Studies have often shown that poor oral health may play a role in […]Read More
Team L&M There is a concerning trend of early-onset bone problems among young women, particularly those in their 20s, 30s, and early 40s. Once seen as a post-menopausal issue, osteoporosis and Vitamin D deficiency are now being detected much earlier, a sign that women’s bone health needs urgent attention. Bone health should be a priority […]Read More
Dr Shefali Mahlawat Skin purging is one of the most confusing—and often frustrating—skin reactions people experience when starting new skincare products. Many mistake it for a breakout or assume the product isn’t working, but in reality, purging can be a normal and positive part of the skin renewal process. Here’s everything you need to know. […]Read More
Sandhya Shantaram—born Vijaya Deshmukh—stands as one of the most enchanting presences in the golden age of Indian cinema. Discovered by the visionary filmmaker V. Shantaram, she blossomed into an actress-dancer whose subtle acting, haunting voice, and magnetic stage demeanour united in performances that continue to linger in hearts decades later. She recently passed away and […]Read More