Indian Railways updates reservation chart timings: What it means for travellers |

In an important recent update (12 December), Indian Railways has introduced major initiatives to make travel convenient and booking tickets easier for passengers. The railway has revised reservation-chart timings to give travellers earlier clarity on ticket status. The Ministry’s official release documents the scope and rationale of the changes, according to the Press Information Bureau…

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Why is everyone talking about the ‘table-top red-marked’ National Highway in Madhya Pradesh? |

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), which oversees the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), is implementing safety-focused designs that also safeguard ecosystems as the country’s highway network continues to grow. The latest highway stretch in question is the one in Madhya Pradesh that has been able to do just that, and balance…

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Chinese bodybuilding champion dies of a heart issue at 30; why pushing your body to the extreme can be fatal

In a shocking incident, Wang Kun, a 30-year-old Chinese bodybuilding champion, has died suddenly from a suspected heart problem. Kun, over the years was known for living ‘a monk’s life’, with extreme discipline, a clean diet and no smoking, or drinking. His story shocks the fitness world and raises questions about hidden heart risks in…

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Persimmon might be the new social media rage, but it is also a nutrition powerhouse

The body protects itself from free radicals through the powerful antioxidants beta-carotene, flavonoids and tannins, which are present in persimmons. These compounds decrease oxidative stress, which contributes to aging, heart disease and cancer development. Research indicates that persimmon extracts demonstrate anti-inflammatory properties, by reducing inflammation markers, and protect cells from damage, according to animal model…

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