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Healthy Weight Loss: How Much Should You Lose and Why Losing Too Much Body Fat Can Be Risky

Weight loss and fitness have become major goals for many people, especially those trying to improve their health, appearance or physical performance. While losing excess weight can offer health benefits for some individuals, there is an important point that often gets overlooked: having less body fa...

5 Oct 2026 5:57 pm
Can Stress Trigger Skin Rashes? Know How Anxiety May Affect Your Skin and When to Seek Help

Stress and anxiety are usually associated with mental and emotional health, but their effects can sometimes extend to the body as well. For some people, periods of intense stress may coincide with itching, redness, raised bumps or a sudden flare-up of an existing skin condition.This often leads to a...

5 Oct 2026 5:55 pm
LPG Cylinder Rates: Commercial Prices Rise From October 1, Domestic LPG Remains Unchanged

LPG consumers have received a mixed price update at the beginning of October 2026. While businesses using commercial cooking gas are facing higher costs, households have been spared an increase in the price of the standard domestic LPG cylinder.Oil marketing companies revised commercial LPG prices w...

5 Oct 2026 11:17 am
Gold Rate Update: Check 24K, 22K and 18K Gold Prices and Latest City-Wise Rates

Planning to buy gold for jewellery, coins, bars or investment? Checking the latest available bullion rate before making a purchase is important, especially when gold prices are witnessing frequent fluctuations.Gold prices can change due to movements in international bullion markets, the rupee-dollar...

5 Oct 2026 11:16 am
Omani co-pilot wanted to crash plane into Tel Aviv buildings, report reveals

A report has revealed the Omani co-pilot's plan to crash the plane. He may have tried to shut down the Boeing 737's engines after the crash attempt failed.What was the plan of the Omani co-pilot?An Omani co-pilot attempted to crash a FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, but the attemp...

5 Oct 2026 10:36 am
GST Council meeting on Wednesday: small businesses may get big relief

The GST Council will meet on October 7th, where major changes to regulations related to businesses and taxpayers are likely to be discussed. This could include revoking the power of arrest from GST officers.GST Council meetingThe 57th meeting of the GST Council is scheduled for Wednesday...

5 Oct 2026 10:22 am
Team India will play two matches simultaneously on October 6, a mix of ODI and T20 action.

On Tuesday, October 6, two different Indian cricket teams will be in action. On one side will be the T20 team, captained by Shreyas Iyer, and on the other will be the ODI team, captained by Ruturaj Gaikwad.Team India will play 2 matches on 6 OctoberThe Indian cricket team has a lot of cricket...

5 Oct 2026 10:10 am
FOR MORNING: WhatsApp will help you identify fraudulent messages; activate a new setting

The daily influx of fake and fraudulent messages on WhatsApp has everyone worried. Now, the company has introduced a new feature that alerts you to these scammers in advance. Learn how to activate this new setting.WhatsApp's safety from fraudstersIf you receive a WhatsApp message f...

5 Oct 2026 10:02 am
Buy phones at low prices this Diwali; get up to 50% off.

This Diwali, Xiaomi has announced significant price cuts for smartphone lovers. Which phones come with a free photography kit, and where are these significant discounts available? Learn more.If you're thinking of buying a new phone before Diwali, it might be worth waiting a few days. Every yea...

5 Oct 2026 10:01 am
Considering a hair transplant? Learn about its side effects.

Hair transplants are quite popular these days to reduce hair loss and improve the hairline, but do you know that there is also a risk of side effects after a hair transplant?Side Effects of Hair TransplantContinuous hair loss is a cause of concern for many people. Especially when h...

5 Oct 2026 9:55 am
How to save your life if someone faints in front of you? A doctor shares 5 important rules.

If someone suddenly faints, his life can be saved even without a medical degree. Doctors have warned about 3 things to do immediately and 2 big mistakes that can worsen the situation.What to do if you suddenly faintIn an emergency, if someone suddenly falls unconscious to the...

5 Oct 2026 9:54 am
DRDO RCI Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Applications Open for 195 Graduate, Diploma and ITI Posts

Candidates looking for an apprenticeship opportunity with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) have a new recruitment drive to consider. Research Centre Imarat (RCI), operating under DRDO, has invited applications for Graduate Apprentice, Technician Apprentice and Trade Apprentic...

4 Oct 2026 5:52 pm
Already Investing Through SIP? A Step-Up SIP Could Help You Build a Bigger Long-Term Corpus

Starting a Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) is an important step towards disciplined investing, but simply continuing with the same monthly contribution for decades may not always be enough to keep pace with rising income, inflation and changing financial goals.Many investors begin a SIP with an amo...

4 Oct 2026 5:26 pm
Social Media Rules for Children: India Weighs Under-18 Account Restrictions, Supreme Court Told

India could introduce stricter rules governing children's access to social media as concerns over online safety, privacy and age verification receive greater attention.The Central government has informed the Supreme Court that changes to the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digita...

30 Sep 2026 5:11 pm
Switching to a New Phone? Back Up WhatsApp Chats First to Keep Your Messages and Media Safe

Planning to replace your smartphone? Before moving to a new device, one of the most important things WhatsApp users should consider is protecting their old conversations and media. Without a proper backup or supported chat-transfer process, important messages and files may not be available when What...

20 Sep 2026 3:44 pm
UPI MDR From October 15: Some Traders Resist Digital Payments, but Customers Will Not Pay the New Charge

India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is heading for an important change from October 15, 2026, when a new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) will apply to specified higher-value merchant transactions. The announcement has already triggered concern among some traders, with reports of businesses conside...

20 Sep 2026 3:42 pm
EPFO WhatsApp Channel Crosses 1 Lakh Followers: Heres How Members Can Get PF and Pension Updates

Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) members and pensioners looking for an easier way to keep track of PF and pension-related announcements can use the organisation's official WhatsApp channel. The channel is designed to deliver important information, scheme updates and service-related anno...

20 Sep 2026 3:39 pm
WhatsApp Trick: Send Messages Without Saving a Phone Number, Follow These Simple Steps

WhatsApp users often need to contact someone only onceperhaps a delivery person, shopkeeper, service provider, customer or temporary business contact. Saving every such number in the phone's contact list can quickly create unnecessary clutter.Fortunately, you do not always have to save a person's n...

20 Sep 2026 3:33 pm
Online Shopping Safety: 3 Simple Checks That Can Protect You From Fake Deals and Payment Scams

Online shopping has made it possible to buy almost anything within minutes, but the convenience has also created opportunities for cybercriminals. Fake shopping websites, phishing links, fraudulent discount offers and malicious apps are increasingly used to trick shoppers into revealing sensitive fi...

20 Sep 2026 3:31 pm
GOBARdhan Scheme: CBG Producers Get Assured Purchase Support, Price Set at Rs 2,110 per MMBtu

India is expanding its push towards cleaner domestic energy with a new support framework for Compressed Biogas (CBG) production under the GOBARdhan initiative. The programme aims to turn cattle dung, agricultural residue, food waste and other organic material into useful energy while creating new bu...

20 Sep 2026 3:27 pm
Sahara Refund Still Pending? Check Claim Status and Use These Helpline Numbers for Assistance

Depositors waiting for money claimed through the Sahara refund process may face situations where the amount does not reach their bank account even after a claim has been submitted. A pending payment does not necessarily mean that the refund has been rejected. In some cases, discrepancies in bank det...

20 Sep 2026 3:23 pm
Stop Annoying WhatsApp Calls Without Blocking: Heres How to Silence Unknown Numbers

Receiving repeated WhatsApp calls from numbers you do not recognise can be distracting and, in some cases, concerning. Spam calls, promotional messages and suspicious callers have become common across communication platforms, making privacy controls increasingly important for smartphone users.WhatsA...

20 Sep 2026 3:20 pm
LPG Subsidy Alert: Complete Aadhaar Biometric Authentication Before October 1 to Avoid Payment Issues

Domestic LPG consumers who receive a subsidy should check whether their Aadhaar-based biometric authentication has been completed. According to the latest government update cited in the report, consumers whose verification is still pending have been advised to finish the process before October 1, 20...

20 Sep 2026 3:15 pm
Aadhaar Email Update Is Free Until December 31: Heres How to Add or Change Your Email ID

Aadhaar holders who want to add a new email address or replace an old one can currently do so without paying the usual update feeprovided the request is made through UIDAIs Aadhaar mobile application.The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has waived the 75 fee for email address upda...

19 Sep 2026 3:23 pm
Vastu Tips: 5 Things at Home That May Be Disturbing Your Peace

Have you ever felt unusually restless at home even when everything seems to be going well? Sometimes, the reason may not be obvious. Your studies or work could be progressing normally, family relationships may be fine, yet you may still feel that your mind is unable to relax.According to traditional...

19 Sep 2026 2:23 pm
Vastu Tips: Which Floor Should You Choose When Buying a Flat?

Buying a home is a major milestone, and for many people, choosing the right flat involves much more than comparing prices and locations. Along with budget, connectivity, amenities and construction quality, some homebuyers also consider Vastu Shastra while making their decision.According to tradition...

19 Sep 2026 2:21 pm