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Joys and playfulness at weddings

As suggested by readers, this time, I explore numerous games or humorous bi-plays that are part of weddings and their customs. When I was recently reviewing my old research, I was fascinated by the variety of games and the humour they lent to what is often an emotional and stressful time. While weddings are, by and large, happy occasions celebrating the coming together of the young bride and groom, they also bring together two families with diverse thinking and customs. The stress of completing

13 Feb 2025 6:00 am
Screening solidarity at Chennai Rainbow Film Festival

A rainbow flag stretched across the steps of the Alliance Franaise de Madras. But the colours didnt stop there. Inside, on the second floor, the auditorium came alive with a spectrum of stories flickering across the screen. It was a celebration of identities, a platform for unheard voices. From February 7-9, the Chennai Rainbow Film Festival (CRFF) 2025 brought together 55 films from nearly 25 countries. Welcoming the audience, director Sasha of CRFF said that the 2025 edition honours the beauty

13 Feb 2025 6:00 am
A book on Bharatanatyam that redefines traditions

When we watch a Bharatanatyam performance today, do we ever question its relevance? Generations of dancers have enacted compositions where the nayika yearns for her lover. But in a world where women are reclaiming their voices, why do these themes still dominate the stage? Dancer Vidya Bhavani Sureshs Appreciating Bharatanatyam is more than just a book on dance it is an invitation to think critically. As a Bharatanatyam exponent, musicologist, and educator, she aims to make the art form more ac

13 Feb 2025 6:00 am
Sketches and sculptures of love

Love is in the air. Red roses are selling like hotcakes and teenage hearts are skipping a beat in anticipation. Valentines Day may be an imported concept, but love, certainly, is a universal one. It has been around since time immemorial and has spared none. Artists may be notorious for their solitary practices, but Cupids arrows have stubbornly found their way into their creative spirits too. There have been many artistic love affairs that have broken conventions at times, served as inspirationa

13 Feb 2025 6:00 am
Flimsy terms in a new love world

It will be Valentines Day this week, and the latest buzzword from the arena of romance (and that a bullfighting ring leapt into my minds eye when I wrote the word arena is hardly non sequitur) has me sighing and shaking my head. Nanoship, indicating infinitesimally brief interactions between people that bring joy in the immediate but carry no expectations, sounds kind of nice at the outset. Except if you think about it for ten seconds longer, you might frown. I did, anyway. There have been plent

13 Feb 2025 6:00 am
Of girlfriends, gossip, and Galentine's

If love languages were meant for romance, best friends have completely rewritten the rules. Because, no one hypes you up like a PR agent, fact-checks your delusions like a therapist, or sends you ??? when you make questionable life choices quite like your bestie. This Galentines Day, I may not be physically clinking glasses with my girls at an overpriced brunch, but consider this my open love letter to the ones who reply BLOCK HIM before even reading my texts, who tell me I look amazing and sub

13 Feb 2025 6:00 am
Dy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin inaugurates pathway designed for PwDs at Elliots beach

CHENNAI: Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Tuesday inaugurated a wooden pathway specially designed for disabled people at Elliots Beach in Besant Nagar. The pathway has been established at a cost of Rs 1.61 crore. A similar wooden pathway worth Rs 1.14 crore was inaugurated on Marina Beach in November 2022. In another event, the deputy CM unveiled the new name board of a street in Kamdar Nagar in Nungambakkam, which has now been named after legendary playback singer SP Balasubrahmanyam

12 Feb 2025 11:15 am
Youth held for killing girlfriends mother

CHENNAI: A woman was strangled to death allegedly by the boyfriend of her daughter in front of her house in Mogappair on Monday night following a heated argument. The deceased has been identified as J Mythili (63), a retired BSNL employee. The suspect, S Shyam Kannan (22) of Sivakasi, was arrested by the police on Tuesday. The JJ Nagar police said Mythili, separated from her husband, and her daughter, Rithika (24), were staying together. An employee of a private company, Rithika is in a relation

12 Feb 2025 11:12 am
Blue Cross says dog deaths due to tick fever; activists cry foul

CHENNAI: The increased number of death of stray dogs brought for Animal Birth Control (ABC) surgeries at the Blue Cross of Indias (BCI) facility in Guindy has raised concerns among animal rights activists. While some say at least 17 stray dogs have died in the last two weeks at the facility, others claim the number could exceed 30. BCI acknowledged the sudden deaths and clarified in the recent episode 61 dogs were picked up and 11 had died. The organisation said it follows highest standards in a

12 Feb 2025 11:03 am
Trial against Kalakshetra ex-staff to begin soon

CHENNAI: The Madras High Court has directed a city court to commence the trial in the sexual assault case against former faculty member of Kalakshetra Foundation within four weeks. Justice GK Ilanthiraiyan issued the direction recently while closing two petitions filed in 2023 by a former student of the institution seeking registration of FIR against Sheejith Krishan, the ex-faculty member, for sexually assaulting her during 1995-2001. Government advocate KMD Muhilan, representing the police, in

12 Feb 2025 9:31 am
Couple, son-in-law die of injuries from cylinder blast at Nungambakkam

CHENNAI: Three members of a family, who sustained severe burns in a fire that broke out following an LPG leak in their house, died at Kilpauk Medical College on Sunday and Monday. The deceased have been identified as R Veerakumar (62), a daily wage labourer; his wife V Lakshmi (54), a domestic maid, and their son-in-law T Gunasekaran (45), a private company employee. Gunasekaran was a resident of Kodungaiyur, police said. His place of work was nearby and every day after work he would come to his

12 Feb 2025 8:13 am
Dont resist the resistant starch

Starch is a key energy source in the human diet, but resistant starch (RS) is a special form that bypasses digestion in the small intestine and ferments in the colon, producing beneficial short-chain fatty acids. As part of total dietary fibre, alongside soluble and insoluble fiber, RS is increasingly recognised for its health benefits. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends consuming at least 400g of fruits and vegetables daily to reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases and meet di

12 Feb 2025 6:00 am
Love, wrinkles, and memories

Small, wrinkled, mehendi-stained hands grip the handle of a saucepan as tea leaves brew. Steam rises, carrying the aroma of cardamom and ginger through the air, just the way my grandfather likes it. Pouring the kadak (strong) adrak-elaichi chai into his Worlds Best Grandfather cup, my grandmother ( ammi ) wakes my grandfather ( dadu ) every morning, as she has for the past 64 years. This is my ammi , Pistas definition of love. For her, such mundane acts cooking and serving food, ironing clothes

12 Feb 2025 6:00 am
Plan on to upgrade Chennai canals at Rs 94 crore

CHENNAI: The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has announced plans to renovate and upgrade various canals across the city at a cost of Rs 94.34 crore. The project aims to address concerns of flooding, improve water flow and enhance the overall infrastructure of the citys canal system. The renovation and development work will focus on raising the canal walls, installing chain link fencing and improving drainage systems, re-constructing damaged culverts to prevent flooding in surrounding residenti

11 Feb 2025 9:54 am
GCC revives suspension bridge on estuary, fishers life hangs in balance

CHENNAI: The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has revived the controversial suspension bridge project from Marina Loop Road to Besant Nagar, a proposal that was shelved in 2011 following protests and legal action by local fishing communities. The projects revival has reignited opposition from fishermen of Srinivasapuram, Urur Kuppam and Olcott Kuppam, who fear displacement and disruption to their livelihood. Originally proposed in 2009, the project was withdrawn after strong resistance from 14

11 Feb 2025 9:02 am
The pull of Eternal Strands

My hottest take is that Action-Adventure videogame is the wrong place to have an elaborate universe with never-ending lore and dialogues. Why? It is because I am simply here for action and adventure. I am here to rescue the prince, to slay a dragon, and/or to save the nation from a cruel dictator. Give me only the most heroic quests, no more. Spare me the whining from the common folk, who bore me with their daily to-dos. I am not here to find your missing cat, source an ingredient for your lunch

11 Feb 2025 6:00 am
The red roses we deserve and the red flags we get

There was a time when love was grand. A man in a perfectly-tailored suit would send flowers and a car at 7 pm sharp, pick the perfect restaurant, and hold the door open with the confidence of someone who knew he was your forever. There were handwritten love letters, mixtapes, and men who didnt just show up they planned. Now? We have situationships, half-hearted hbu texts, and men who claim Valentines Day is a capitalist scam but will happily drop `10,000 on football tickets and call that romanc

11 Feb 2025 6:00 am
Echoes from an exile

Around 2,000 years ago, Sembavalam, Princess of Ayuta, a Pandian kingdom, embarked on a sea voyage to Korea from Tamil Nadu. The journey aimed at strengthening political and economic ties between the Tamil kingdom and Korean kingdom of Gaya. This sea route was traced once again in 1953. Six thousand Indian Army soldiers from then-Madras arrived at the 38th parallel the North and South Korean border. The military formed the Custodian Force India (CFI) to manage and repatriate 23,000 North Korean

11 Feb 2025 6:00 am
Pop culture and mental health: Insights from Chennai Comic-Con 2025

At Comic-Con 2025 in Chennai, a strong connection between pop culture especially anime, comics, and cosplay and mental health emerged through interactions with fans, cosplayers, and creators. Many shared how their favourite characters, and the worlds they inhabit, have helped them cope with stress, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. These stories highlight how characters and narratives can offer more than just entertainment; they can provide valuable support for mental well-being. For

10 Feb 2025 5:18 pm
After a decade, Radha Nagar subway in Chromepet may open soon

CHENNAI: Following a decade of setbacks, the construction of a subway at Radha Nagar near Chromepet, meant to replace Level Crossing 27, has shown signs of progress with railway officials recently inspecting the site. Approval for land allocation from Southern Railways for the project will be granted shortly, and it is expected to be completed before April, said Pallavaram MLA I Karunanithi. The project was initiated in 2010 to reduce congestion along the route from Radha Nagar to GST road. Howe

10 Feb 2025 9:28 am
Anti-rabies vaccination drive held in Velachery, 107 canines get the shot

CHENNAI: The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) carried out an anti-rabies vaccination drive for stray dogs in Division 178 of the Adyar zone on Sunday, vaccinating a total of 107 dogs. This initiative comes in the wake of the recent incident where a stray dog attacked a seven-month-old baby girl and a nine-year-old boy at Park Avenue in Velachery on Friday. The same dog was reportedly involved in multiple attacks or attempted attacks on at least seven or eight other individuals in the area. The

10 Feb 2025 9:25 am
Breaking definitions: Puzhal prison inmates' artistic pursuits

The thought of prison takes ones mind to cold, sterile cells, barbed wires, and the weight of past mistakes. Its easy to reduce an inmate to their crime, to forget the humanity that exists beyond their sentences. But what if there was room for transformation in the heart of those walls not just in terms of rehabilitation, but through something as profound and universal as art? Imagine someone whos never held a paintbrush or sketched a line, suddenly finding solace through colours, shapes, and m

10 Feb 2025 6:00 am
Infant among three mauled by stray dog in Velachery

CHENNAI: A seven-month-old baby and a nine-year-old boy were among the three people attacked by a stray dog at Park Avenue in Velachery on Friday. According to Chennai Corporation officials, the incident occurred around 4 pm on Bavani Street in Velachery when Kathirmathi, a seven-month-old female baby, was on her grandmothers lap outside their house. A stray dog suddenly charged at them and bit the grandmother and the baby on the right shoulder and attempted to drag the infant down. Hearing the

9 Feb 2025 9:48 am
Probe into robbery leads to car thieves; three arrested in Chennai

CHENNAI: An investigation into a complaint of Rs 800 being robbed at knifepoint led the Greater Chennai Police nabbing an accused who had allegedly stolen several four-wheelers, on Friday. The Washermenpet police station on Friday received a complaint from K Abdul Rahman (38) that three men on a motorbike stopped him near Thiruvottiyur and robbed him of `800 by brandishing a knife. Probing his complaint, cops arrested Augustine Eben Inbaraj (54), Bharatiraja (36), and P Ravi (55) who hailed from

9 Feb 2025 9:47 am
Cover-up fails: Man convicted in drunk-driving death in Chennai

CHENNAI: The son of a steel factory owner was convicted on Wednesday for killing one and injuring three others while driving a vehicle in a drunken state on December 31, 2018. The case had survived several twists, including an attempt by the defence to prove that the car was driven by someone else and that the accused was being implicated to get compensation, which were trashed by a Chennai sessions court. The clinching evidence in the case was the testimony of Irudayanathan, driver of the mini

9 Feb 2025 9:46 am
Sacked worker hacks manager to death at Manali container yard

CHENNAI: The manager of a container yard in Manali was bludgeoned to death on Friday morning after he allegedly admonished subordinates for shirking work. According to the police, the deceased Sai Prashanth (45) was a native of Gudur in Andhra Pradesh and worked as a manager for the past five years, and lived in a small cabin on site. On Thursday, he confronted Balaji (25), a contract worker engaged in loading and unloading at the yard, for leaving earlier than his scheduled end of shift on Wedn

9 Feb 2025 9:42 am
Seafarers above 65 may not be employed to serve on cargo vessels

CHENNAI: In a first, seafarers above 65 may now not be employable in cargo or passenger vessels registered under Merchant Shipping Act or certified as river-sea vessels or Indian coastal vessels where lifeboats are not mandated as part of life-saving appliances, as per the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS). A notification was issued in this regard following an inquiry of an inland vessel (bound for Goa) that sank some time ago, resulting in the death of three seafarers. The inquiry was condu

9 Feb 2025 9:34 am
Class 7 girl awarded Rs 15 lakh for completing astronaut training

CHENNAI: SRM Public School has felicitated a Class 7 girl who is the youngest participant globally to successfully complete the Astronaut Training Lunar Isolation Mission representing India. In a ceremony held at the school, director Manimangai Sathya Narayanan presented a cheque for Rs 15 lakhs to Iniya Pragathi for the achievement in space exploration. According to a press release, Iniya underwent her rigorous training in Europe, alongside participants from NASA and the European Space Agency (

9 Feb 2025 9:31 am
Low on salary, but high on style, flashy phones of Chennai airport staff under lens

CHENNAI: Perturbed by the multiple incidents of gold smuggling involving contract staff at Chennai International Airport, Customs authorities have planned to keep track of those employees who have high-end smartphones costing close to Rs 1 lakh. According to analyses by Customs, the contract staff earn salaries as low as Rs 15,000-Rs 18,000 a month and hence affording costly smart phones could be an indicator of their collusion with gold smuggling syndicates. Sources said the decision was taken

8 Feb 2025 10:06 am
Its back to square one for the homeless

CHENNAI: The Greater Chennai Corporations (GCC) move to temporarily relocate the residents of a shelter for homeless in Koyambedu to Teynampet (located around 10 km away) has resulted in several people going back to the streets. Homeless persons, mostly daily wagers, are generally found in large numbers in Koyambedu, taking shelter at the bus terminus at nights. With the Koyambedu night shelter now undergoing renovation, the only option available to them at present is the shelter in Teynampet. T

8 Feb 2025 9:50 am
Colonoscopy: Listen to Your Gut

CHENNAI: Ever wondered how digestion happens in the body? The food we eat transverse through four tubes the oesophagus, stomach, small intestine and finally through the large intestine which is also called the colon. A colonoscopy is a test to diagnose the problems of the large intestine. When do you need a colonoscopy? If you have altered bowel habits. Loose stools not improving even after four weeks of treatment. If you find blood in stools. Recent onset of constipation. If you have low haemo

8 Feb 2025 9:48 am
Celebrating Manipurs folk arts

CHENNAI: DakshinaChitra presents the Manipur Folk Festival, a celebration of the rich cultural heritage of Manipur, till February 9 at DakshinaChitra Museum, located on the East Coast Road, Muttukadu. The festival will feature live performances of traditional dance and martial arts at 11.30 am, 12.30 pm, 3.30 pm, and 4.30 pm daily. This festival is made possible through the support of the Manipur State Kala Akademi and the Manipur Handloom & Handicrafts Development Corporation Ltd., organisation

8 Feb 2025 9:47 am
All about night-time leg numbness

CHENNAI: Leg numbness during the night is a common issue caused by nerve compression or reduced blood flow. It can disrupt sleep and affect overall well-being. Physiotherapists play a vital role in identifying its root cause and providing tailored strategies for management. Why does it occur? From a physiotherapy viewpoint, night-time leg numbness can be attributed to: Poor sleep posture: Prolonged pressure on nerves or improper spine alignment. Nerve compression: Conditions like sciatica or her

8 Feb 2025 9:46 am
Here to write my own story

CHENNAI: Peering into her new book Zeba: An Accidental Superhero, she read a few lines with her sweet voice, before underscoring with absolute clarity and boldness the gender inequality that thrives in society. To the world around, Huma Qureshi has always been a stunning and versatile actress. But that day, amid hollers and resounding applause at the Hyderabad Literary Festival (HLF), everyone could see just how far the great artiste had come. In a heartwarming conversation post her talk, she op

8 Feb 2025 9:44 am
Reimagining Kalidasa's 'Shankuntala' for Chennai audience

Madurai R Muralidharan shares a deeply personal connection to the Sanskrit language. Thats perhaps why, his 27th ensemble work is the retelling of Kalidasas timeless work, Shakuntala . The tragic love story of Shakuntalam and Dushyantan in Sakuntalam: A Dance Musical , presented by Aalaap Concepts is not only a narrative of love and longing but also a fusion of Bharatanatyam and orchestral music. The visionary behind this unique production, Muralidharan, is a celebrated dancer, choreographer, an

8 Feb 2025 6:00 am
Learn about elephants at this Thiruvizha

If youve ever taken a stroll through Guindy National Park, you know the routine. You pass the snakes coiled in their glass enclosures, watch the crocodiles lazily bask in the sun, catch the peacocks flaunting their feathers or spot the monkeys swinging through the trees. Its a day of wildlife-watching from a safe distance. But somewhere along the way, theres always that one animal that leaves a lasting impression: the elephant. Maybe youve ridden one at a local fair as a child, fed bananas to on

8 Feb 2025 6:00 am
Rise and Brunch

Brunch, a delightful fusion of breakfast and lunch, has evolved from a simple mealtime convenience into a cultural phenomenon. Originally a leisurely weekend tradition, it has now been embraced by urbanites, food lovers, and socialisers alike. Across cultures, people use it as an opportunity to catch up with friends and family. In urban settings, brunch often signifies a leisurely weekend lifestyle, in contrast to the fast pace of the workweek. The growing popularity of brunch has also made a si

8 Feb 2025 6:00 am
CMRL signs MoU for DPR on property development at three stations

CHENNAI: Chennai Metro Rail has entered into agreement with a consulting firm for the preparation of a detailed project report (DPR) for property development in CMRL phase 2 stations at MVN Nagar in Thirumangalam, Nandanam, and Thousand Lights. The contract has been awarded to a joint venture between Aarvee Associates Architects Engineers and Consultants Pvt Ltd and Anarock Property Consultants, at a cost of Rs 41.87 lakh. The final DPR is expected to be completed by March. The property developm

7 Feb 2025 10:44 am
Speeding lorry crushes two bikers to death at traffic signal in Chennai, one injured

CHENNAI: A 32-year-old woman travelling to her parents place with her daughter was one of the two killed in a road accident on Wednesday near Poonamallee, police said. The victim U Banupriya (32) was travelling on a two-wheeler with her daughter Kavya (13) and relative Mari (25) from Kancheepuram to her parents place in Chembarambakkam. At the Chembarambakkam signal, they had stopped at the red signal along with several other vehicles as it was peak hour. However, a speeding lorry ran over them

7 Feb 2025 10:41 am
Foot overbridge demolished, flyover at Madhya Kailash to be ready this June

CHENNAI: The state highways which had been dragging its feet over the construction of L-shaped flyover at Madhya Kailash, has finally dismantled the foot overbridge (FOB), opposite the VHS hospital, on Rajiv Gandhi Salai. The removal of the FOB is necessary to build a service lane for the flyover near Kasturibai MRTS station. According to official sources, over 70% of the unidirectional two-lane flyover has been completed, and it is expected to be ready by May or June this year. Once operational

7 Feb 2025 10:36 am
Come summer, Chennai Beach-Tambaram train ride to get cooler

CHENNAI: Come March, rail passengers in Chennai may be able to beat the summer heat on an air conditioned local train on the Chennai Beach-Tambaram route. The 12-rake AC train, manufactured at ICF, can accommodate about 5,700 passengers per trip, with seating for 1,320, and is expected to be handed over to the Chennai division in two weeks. The number of trips is being finalised. The Chennai division has also been allocated a second rake by the railway board. Chennai divisional railway manager B

6 Feb 2025 9:57 am
Rs 1.7K crore lost to cyber crimes in Tamil Nadu last year

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadus residents lost Rs 1,673.85 crore in 2024, of which Rs 771.98 crore (46%) was frozen and around Rs 83.84 crore (5 %) was returned to the victims, official statistics released by the state cyber crime wing on Wednesday said. Data shows that 1.3 lakh complaints were registered on the National Cyber Crime Registration Portal (NCCRP) in 2024 in Tamil Nadu, which resulted in filing of 4,380 FIRs and 61,267 CSRs. DGP Shankar Jiwal said the state stands first in acknowledging compla

6 Feb 2025 9:56 am
18-year-old kidnapped, sexually assaulted in moving auto in Chennai; police detain three men

CHENNAI : An 18-year-old woman was kidnapped from the Kilambakkam bus terminus and sexually assaulted in a moving auto, the police said on Wednesday. The Tambaram police have detained three men in connection with the case. While police sources have not officially confirmed their arrest, they said that the trio are undergoing an inquiry. The survivor, a native of Assam, was waiting for a bus near the busy Kilambakkam terminus on Monday night when she was allegedly kidnapped in an autorickshaw and

6 Feb 2025 9:52 am
Going beyond conservative morals

Even as we keep our alertnness trained on discrimination and encroachments on our rights and liberties and no one with an empathetic conscience ever rests easy in todays world occasions on which something positive occurs that upholds our fundamental freedoms should also be noted. Without chest-thumping. Without hyperbolic comparisons. Without denial. Its not that the bare minimum should be celebrated. Its that we defend our rights not only when we fight for them, but when we appreciate them wi

6 Feb 2025 6:00 am
Rhythm in rebellion: SKRAT's musical experiment in 'Circus Act'

Amid the electric hum of raw energy and unrestrained chaos, SKRATs Circus Act emerges as a sonic manifesto of rebellion and storytelling. For more than 15 years, Chennai-based band SKRAT comprising Sriram TT (guitars/vocals), Tapass Naresh (drums), and Jhanu Chanthar (bass guitar/mix/master) has been carving out its own space in Indias independent music scene. With their latest Extended Playlist (EP), Circus Act , the band takes an unconventional approach, recording live to capture the unfilte

6 Feb 2025 6:00 am
15-year-old Chennai girl's leap onto the global map

This story, as the adage goes, isnt just about the destination, but more about the journey. This is the story of a fifteen-year-old who from a young age of four, has been nurturing dreams of being an equestrienne a passion that stemmed from the love for animals, particularly horses. The first time I sat on the horse, I was very much drawn to the sport, she says. From then, the sport became an indispensable part of her life. Miraya Dadabhoy is a young talent who has etched an indelible mark in t

6 Feb 2025 6:00 am
Art & wine: The perfect pairing

Some things in life are inseparable rain and a cup of chai , Indian roads and excavations for repairs, art, and wine... Take a glimpse at all the photographs of art show openings floating around on social media. Theres art on the walls of course, completely or for the most part, obscured by people with fancy hairdos, wearing clothes that seem like they have been hastily pulled out of laundry baskets with zero time to colour coordinate. Dont be fooled, for reality speaks otherwise they are the

6 Feb 2025 6:00 am
ED seizes Rs 1k crore property documents from private firm in Chennai

CHENNAI: The Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday said they have seized documents related to immovable properties worth Rs 1,000 crore and issued freezing orders for fixed deposit receipts (FDRs) and mutual funds amounting to Rs 912 crore as part of an ongoing PMLA investigation into RKM Powergen Private Ltd. ED said that they had conducted search operations at three locations in Chennai, targeting premises linked to Andal Arumugam, S Arumugam and others as part of the investigation into RKM Power

5 Feb 2025 8:43 am
Boy dies of GBS in Tiruvallur; no need to panic: Health dept

CHENNAI: After a nine-year-old boy from Thirvur in Tiruvallur district died due to Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) a rare autoimmune condition that affects the peripheral nervous system health department officials have collected water samples and conducted medical camps in the locality. However, they stressed that GBS is not a new disease and sporadic cases do occur. According to officials, they have taken these measures to rule out the possibility of a cluster. They said that no one else in the

5 Feb 2025 8:39 am
Secrets of sourdough bread

In recent years, sourdough bread has experienced a remarkable resurgence, capturing the interest of health-conscious consumers and traditional food enthusiasts alike. Beyond its distinct tangy flavour and chewy texture, sourdough bread offers a range of nutritional benefits that set it apart. Rooted in ancient food preservation methods, sourdough fermentation is a natural transformation process that enhances the flavour, texture, and health properties of bread. Sourdough fermentation It involves

5 Feb 2025 6:00 am