The Times of India

Dipika Pallikal, the Indian squash icon, has long been the most influential face in Indian sport. A Chennai-based athlete, Pallikal is the first Indian woman to break into the top 10 of the Professional Squash Association (PSA) world rankings in 2012.

Anuj Agnihotri, a doctor, achieved All India Rank 1 in the UPSC 2025 examination, attributing his success to family support and a positive mindset. He emphasized clarity of goals and maintaining a balanced life with fun and friends alongside studies. His mother highlighted his calm demeanor during preparation, stating, “Doctor hoke patience na ho, toh doctor kaisa.”

Garden borders need evergreen shrubs for year-round beauty. These plants create a lasting framework, giving shape and structure when flowers fade. Experts emphasize that this evergreen foundation is crucial for a garden's consistent appeal. A balance between evergreens and flowering plants ensures a garden looks good in all seasons, not just summer.

These are the quiet power players of the kitchen: the things chefs reach for when a dish tastes flat, thin or unfinished. They do not always announce themselves, but without them, food can feel one-note. Here are six ingredients chefs often rely on to turn good cooking into something far more layered.

The first few weeks can feel like a blur of feeding, crying, sleeping in fragments and second-guessing almost everything. Here are 5 things every new parent should know before bringing a baby home.

It does mean they should not be treated like health foods just because the label says so. Here are seven foods Indians often consider healthy, but which nutritionists say need more caution than they usually get. Here are seven foods Indians often think are healthy, but nutritionists say deserve a closer look.

Sergey Brin's advice to 'have fun and not be so weighed down by expectations' offers a refreshing perspective on success. Modern life's relentless pursuit of visible achievements often leads to exhaustion. Brin reminds us that genuine success can stem from curiosity and enjoyment, not just pressure, highlighting the importance of balance and inner fulfillment over external validation.

Most arrived via Portuguese traders and spread because Indian soils and tastes welcomed them. Here are 6 popular foods that were not in India before the 15th century.

Not because parents do not love them, but because children are still learning how to read the world, and they often read silence, impatience or distance as a sign that they are unwanted or not enough. Here are five things children commonly interpret as rejection, even when parents do not intend them that way.

India's Health Ministry has activated surveillance following hantavirus cases on the MV Hondius cruise ship, with eight probable infections and three deaths reported. While the WHO assesses the global risk as low, two asymptomatic Indian nationals are onboard. Travelers to South America are advised to take precautions against rodent exposure.

Pickling is not about ripe mangoes turned indulgent. It is about raw mangoes with enough body to survive salt, spice, oil and time. Scroll down to read more...

Soha Ali Khan shares insights on modern parenting, emphasizing the importance of letting children be their own individuals and the challenges of public scrutiny. She discusses her podcast 'All About Her,' which explores various aspects of womanhood and motherhood, and her intentional approach to digital wellbeing at home.

May is the ideal time to create a vibrant, layered garden that supports local wildlife. Combining tall Shasta daisies with low-growing petunias offers a visually appealing display and attracts diverse pollinators. This dynamic duo thrives in sunny spots, providing essential nectar for butterflies and contributing to their survival in diminishing habitats.

Decades-old paper certificates of Nokia shares, once forgotten in Finnish homes, transformed into immense fortunes. This tech giant's rise during the mobile phone revolution saw ordinary families, not just professionals, become millionaires. Their patience with these seemingly worthless assets yielded astronomical returns, highlighting how everyday people can benefit from unexpected economic shif…

Prachi Kumari, a farmer's daughter from Vidisha, achieved an impressive AIR 260 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination, becoming the Hindi medium topper. Her journey, marked by financial struggles and reliance on self-study, highlights the power of determination and continuous hard work. Prachi's success serves as a significant inspiration to aspiring civil servants across the nation.