The Times of India

It’s not easy to switch careers! But a young girl from Himachal Pradesh left her air hostess training to become a truck driver. Meet 25-year-old Neha Thakur who chose a career path few would have expected. After graduating, she worked briefly in the aviation sector and today, she spends her days behind the wheel of a 16-tonne truck, travelling across India. Neha belongs from Khudla village in Sar…

If protein is the priority, though, not all dals contribute exactly the same amount. And rather than sticking to one variety every day, rotating and combining different dals can make meals more interesting while broadening the nutritional profile of the diet.

There's a special kind of joy in wanting something sweet without having to turn the oven on, especially on a hot afternoon or those lazy evenings when baking feels like way too much effort for a simple craving. No-bake desserts solve that problem beautifully, relying on chilling, setting, or just a bit of clever assembly instead of hours of precise baking. Best of all, most of these use ingredien…

The good news is that you do not have to turn it into an elaborate smoothie or complicated breakfast bowl. A few simple additions can give papaya more protein, texture and staying power while keeping its fresh, fruity character intact.

Seventeen new public restrooms are set to debut throughout New York City, enhancing accessibility across all five boroughs. These high-tech facilities will have a strict ten-minute usage limit to accommodate more users. Access can be facilitated through QR codes, text, or a specialized app. Each restroom boasts touchless features, ADA compliance, climate control, and baby-changing facilities. Thi…

A Reddit post making that argument has sparked a lively discussion among users, with some saying they've seen similar things during interviews while others believe candidates may be reading too much into a rejection.

A video is going viral on social media for all the wrong reasons. It shows a woman arguing with a Travelling Ticket Examiner (TTE) during a train journey. The video raises some serious questions. It shows the woman allegedly tearing her own clothes as the TTE confronts her for the ticket. She allegedly starts accusing the railway employee of inappropriate behaviour. The incident, which surfaced o…

They are records of how different communities once cooked, celebrated and adapted to what their landscapes offered. Here are some regional preparations that deserve another place on Indian tables.

There's a reason so many people give up on homemade paneer after one disappointing attempt. It comes out rubbery, crumbly, or just tastes nothing like the soft, melt-in-the-mouth cubes you get from a good sweet shop, and most people quietly decide it's easier to just buy it from the store from then on. But the truth is, paneer is one of the simplest things you can make at home, needing just three…

A heart-stopping situation unfolded when Keshav, a four-year-old boy from Jalandhar, was reported missing but was later found safe and sound. Following the alert, police launched an extensive search for the child. Utilizing CCTV footage, they managed to track him down within ten hours near a bus stand, after the abductor became anxious. This event serves as a crucial reminder for families to prio…

Chef Sanjeev Kapoor’s dal tadka is a simple yet flavourful version that uses everyday ingredients and gets its character from a fragrant ghee tadka. The recipe is featured on his YouTube channel, Sanjeev Kapoor Khazana, and uses dhuli toor dal as its base.

Numerous common gardening myths in India are unsupported by scientific evidence. For instance, jasmine plants do not inherently draw snakes; rather, they merely provide shelter akin to any bush. Additionally, while coffee grounds may benefit some plants, their effect varies due to soil acidity. Moreover, watering during sunlight does not harm leaves, as water evaporates before it can cause damage.

For parents, childhood drawings and school assignments go beyond mere artifacts of nostalgia; they encapsulate rich autobiographical memories and poignant family moments. Studies reveal that nostalgic feelings can elevate the perceived value of these everyday objects. Furthermore, these keepsakes serve as visual reminders of the swift journey through parenthood, capturing the essence of time spen…

In a stunning display of devotion, a colossal 251-kilogram modak-shaped cake, infused with rasmalai flavor, was presented to Dagdusheth Ganpati in Pune. Crafted by WS Bakers with the effort of around forty to fifty skilled hands, this remarkable sweet offering was showcased at a Prem Mandir-themed pandal. Following traditional rituals, the cake was joyfully shared among the faithful as prasad, ma…

This does not mean that everyone who eats in front of a screen will overeat, but research suggests that distraction can make it harder to accurately register fullness and may influence how much people eat later.