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Navratri fasting is meant to feel light. Yet vrat plates can lean heavily on the fryer: kuttu puris, aloo tikkis, sabudana vadas. The Indian Council of Medical Research's National Institute of Nutrition (ICMR-NIN) estimates that 56.4 per cent of India's disease

Harmanpreet Kaur steps down as India women's captain, ending a run at the helm that lasted about a decade. The 37-year-old announced on Instagram on Tuesday, 6 October 2026, that she is stepping down across all formats with immediate effect. Captaincy

Psoriasis is often described as a skin disease, but anyone who lives with it knows that the problem does not always stay on the skin. Stress, poor sleep and the constant irritation from itching can all become part of the picture.

Amitabh Bachchan took his seat before he said a word. On 5th October's episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 18, the 83-year-old host skipped his usual standing monologue and said he had slipped and fallen during a recent shoot, injuring his left

Cerebral palsy can affect movement, posture and coordination in very different ways from one person to another. But the challenges associated with the condition are not limited to medical care. Access to education, healthcare, employment, mobility and everyday social participation can

Navratri fasting often means reaching for the same familiar foods, but eating the same few dishes for nine days can quickly get repetitive. This year, instead of sticking to the usual fasting staples, you can give your vrat menu a little

Fasting should not mean spending hours at the stove. Navratri begins on Sunday, 11 October, and runs for nine days, and many people will juggle offices, school runs and evening aartis alongside the vrat. These Navratri recipes for 2026 keep the

Festive dressing is finding new ways to balance tradition with modern sensibilities. While Indian textiles remain central to occasion wear, the focus is increasingly shifting towards handwoven fabrics, nuanced colours and silhouettes that feel easier to wear. Kasturi Kundal's festive edit

Christa Pike's name has suddenly drawn attention after an execution in the US took an unexpected turn. The 50-year-old death row inmate was administered two doses of the lethal-injection drug in Tennessee, but she survived the procedure and was taken to

Legendary filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao, known for pushing the boundaries of Indian cinema with films such as 'Pushpaka Vimanam' and 'Aditya 369', passed away in Chennai on October 3. He was 95. The filmmaker had been undergoing treatment at Kauvery Hospital

For many families, Tuesday, 6 October will begin before dawn with a bath, a vow before Lord Vishnu and an empty plate. Indira Ekadashi 2026 will be observed on Tuesday, 6 October, during the month of Ashwin.

Avinash Mishra could not hold back his tears as host Rohit Shetty handed him the trophy. The actor became teary-eyed while accepting it, after months of gruelling, high-risk stunts. The KKK 15 prize, as it turns out, is only part of

An AI-morphed video built on footage from the Chuttamalle song began spreading on X in early October, and by Saturday some of Telugu cinema's biggest names had spoken out. Jr NTR, Vijay Deverakonda and Chiranjeevi have each condemned the sexually explicit

A holiday is meant to create distance from everyday routines, but our phones often travel with us. Work messages, social media updates and notifications can keep the mind engaged even when we are physically away from work. That raises a simple

Nushrratt Bharuccha was flown home from Bali on an air ambulance on 2nd October and taken into a Mumbai hospital on a stretcher, after a spinal fracture during what was meant to be a work-cum-holiday trip. Her team has confirmed that

Jim Carrey, the actor best known for comedy hits such as

A luxury watch can say a lot without taking over an entire outfit. In Salman Khan's latest appearance, a striking timepiece on his wrist did exactly that, adding a sharp dose of luxury to his otherwise understated look. But this was

Mahalakshmi Vrat 2026 concludes today, October 3, after an observance that began on September 19. Dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, the vrat is traditionally observed for 16 tithis, with devotees praying for prosperity, household wellbeing and abundance. This year, the observance spans

Jitiya Vrat, also known as Jivitputrika Vrat or Jiutiya, is a Hindu observance traditionally followed by mothers who pray for the health, safety and longevity of their children. The festival is particularly prominent in Bihar, Jharkhand and parts of Uttar Pradesh

October 2 marks the birth anniversary of Lal Bahadur Shastri, India's second Prime Minister, who was born on October 2, 1904. In 2026, the country will observe his 122nd birth anniversary. The occasion also coincides with Gandhi Jayanti, marking the birth

Across India, ashrams, museums, memorials and historic buildings preserve different chapters of Mahatma Gandhi's life - from his childhood and political work to the Salt Satyagraha and his final days. The Ministry of Culture's Gandhi Heritage Sites Mission has identified 39

Pitru Paksha is a period when many Hindu families remember and honour their departed ancestors through traditional Shraddha rituals. Each day is associated with a particular lunar tithi, helping families observe the annual rites according to the death tithi of an

Wounded and bleeding on the cockpit floor, Captain Smit Machchhar still managed to trigger the release that unlocked the door. According to Israeli officials, that single act let passengers and crew overpower his co-pilot aboard Flydubai FZ1073, a Dubai to Tel

Nuremberg came to New Delhi on 30 September. At the Shangri-La Hotel, Spielwarenmesse, the world's leading international trade fair for toys, hobbies and leisure products, gave Indian exhibitors an exclusive first look at its 2027 edition. The preview brought

Only 23 per cent of employees in India felt engaged at work in 2025, the lowest level in four years, according to Gallup. Behind that number are people who still turn up, still reply and still function, while quietly running on

Govinda is back in the headlines, but not for the songs, dance moves or comedy that once made him a favourite with Bollywood audiences. Actress Divya Khosla recently spoke about the ongoing controversy surrounding Govinda, Sunita Ahuja and his

Rainy weather should never become a reason to postpone routine immunisation, says Dr Tushar Parikh, Senior Consultant Neonatologist

Jubin Nautiyal has entered a new chapter in his personal life. The singer has become a father for the first time, welcoming a baby boy with his wife. While the birth took place earlier this month, Jubin confirmed the news in

The hamper, the couch and the rapid-fire round now have an end date. Koffee With Karan Season 9 will begin streaming on JioHotstar from 14 October, and it will be the final season of Karan Johar's celebrity chat show.

Are we okay? The question comes up when there is no argument behind it and no cold word to explain it. Nothing has gone wrong, yet a delayed reply or a shorter-than-usual message is enough to set off a quiet alarm.

A new study has put a spotlight on a compound linked to pomegranates after researchers found that it improved measures of heart function by up to 80% in experimental models of heart failure. But before you add more pomegranate to your

The bowl of khichdi sits untouched on the bedside table, going cold. Two spoonfuls in, the plate is pushed away. Anyone who has had a fever or a bad bout of flu knows the feeling: the body is clearly working overtime,

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), now also called polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), is one of the clearest early signals a woman's body gives of future diabetes, heart disease and liver disease. Reading that signal early, and linking reproductive care with metabolic

When selecting furniture, most people look at the surface first. The colour of a kitchen shutter, the grain of a wardrobe, the finish of an office desk or the texture of a reception counter usually gets the attention. The edge comes

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary flew to Hussaini block in East Champaran on 28 September to assess the flood situation around Dumaria Ghat Bridge. The Gandak, which has inundated low-lying areas of the district, recorded a peak discharge of 5,43,500 cusecs

The week from September 28 to October 4 brings a mix of Hindi, South Indian and international titles to OTT platforms. Malayalam viewers can look forward to 'Bethlehem Kudumba Unit', while fans of action and thrillers have 'Sardar 2' and 'Pooja

October 2026 is just around the corner, bringing with it a fresh month to reset routines, slow down where needed and pay a little more attention to our health. Whether it is getting better sleep, eating more mindfully, staying active or

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan looked every bit the dark queen at L'Or

Pitru Paksha 2026 is a significant period for families who observe traditions dedicated to remembering and honouring their ancestors. During these days, many families perform rituals such as Shraddha, Tarpan and Pind Daan. But along with these traditions, there are also

Observed every year on September 29, World Heart Day raises awareness about cardiovascular disease and the importance of protecting heart health. The World Heart Day 2026 campaign by the World Heart Federation, Don't Miss a Beat, highlights that heart disease can

Waking up to an unexpectedly high blood sugar reading can be frustrating, especially if you've followed your diabetes management plan the night before. Many people assume a late-night snack or an indulgent dinner is to blame, but that's not always the

For many people, makeup is the finishing touch before stepping out - whether it is foundation for an office day, concealer before a college class or a full face of makeup for a wedding or festival. But when those carefully applied

Ranbir Kapoor turns 44 today, September 28, 2026, and the actor has two major projects lined up. He will play Lord Rama in 'Ramayana', while Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Love

For patients living with kidney failure, a kidney transplant can mark the start of a new life. Freedom from regular dialysis sessions, the chance to resume normal activities and the potential for better overall health are all deeply rewarding. But a

Pitru Paksha is a period when Hindu families remember and honour their departed ancestors through traditional Shraddha rituals. Each day of this fortnight is associated with a particular lunar tithi, allowing families to perform the annual rites for ancestors according to

Virat Kohli began the first ODI against West Indies on September 27 needing 59 runs to reach 15,000. He got there in 303 innings, the fastest to do so, compared with Sachin Tendulkar's 377. At 37, Virat Kohli's fitness is as

Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal brought contrasting fashion statements to the runway as they turned showstoppers for Manish Malhotra's Mijwan fashion showcase in Mumbai on September 26. While Alia Bhatt embraced an elegant ivory chikankari ensemble with bridal-inspired details, Vicky Kaushal

Bank customers across India could face disruption in branch-based services from Monday, September 28, as the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) has called a three-day nationwide strike through September 30. The timing could make the impact more noticeable, with the

If you are in Kerala, chances are you have already dealt with a power cut this month, and perhaps more than once. For much of September, evening and night-time power cuts became a recurring disruption for households across the state. The

Google is turning 28 today on September 27, 2026. While September 27 is widely recognised as Google's birthday, the company was actually incorporated on September 4, 1998. Google has traditionally marked September 27 with a birthday Doodle, making today's anniversary another