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The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has urged food vendors and consumers to stop using newspapers for packing, storing, and serving food items, with immediate effect. Reportedly, the food regulator said that the ink used in newspapers contains certain chemicals that can pose various health risks. FSSAI Chief Executive Officer (CEO) G Kamala Vardhana Rao "strongly urged consumers and food vendors across the country to immediately stop using newspapers for packing, serving, and storing food items", reads a PTI report. Also Read:   How Packaging Systems Decrease Health Risks And Aid Food Conservation Photo Credit: iStock Why You Should Avoid Wrapping Food In Newspaper? What Are The Health Risks Involved? G Kamala Vardhana Rao further highlighted the risks associated with using newspapers to wrap and pack food items. According to FSSAI, the printing ink contains "various bioactive materials" that can be harmful to health. "The ink used i...

Name one Indian dessert that never fails to win hearts. We are sure, most of you will vote for halwa. A melt-in-mouth delicacy, halwa is possibly the safest food to resort to, especially during those untimely sweet cravings. What fascinates us the most is the fact that you can make halwa with various ingredients including nuts, seeds, flour, vegetables, fruits, and more. In fact, if you notice, you will find every season comes with its unique halwa recipes - for instance, you have gajar and badam ka halwa for winter and lauki ka halwa for the summer season. Now that halwa is established as one of the most popular desserts of all time, let's take you through some quick tips to make it in no time. You heard us. We have found some genius hacks that can help you prepare halwa in not more than 10 minutes. What Is The History Of Halwa: What Is The Origin Of Halwa: According to food historians, halwa finds its origin in Aran and Turkish lands, which is believed to have travelled towards...

After the Ganapath teaser release, Akshay Kumar cheered for the film's cast that includes Kriti Sanon, Tiger Shroff and Amitabh Bachchan. He wrote in his Instagram story, "Tiger, No one can fly like you, kick like you, even meditate like you. Kriti, my new favourite Nunchuck fighter. Watch out world, she means business. Mr Bachchan Sir, as always your voice alone sends shudders down my spine. Can't wait to witness this masterpiece of futuristic cinema." Kriti Sanon, who has co-starred with Akshay Kumar in Housefull 4 and Bachchhan Paandey , replied, "Hahha so sweet! Thanks Akshay Sir! Means a lot coming from you." This is how Kriti Sanon thanked Akshay Kumar: Tiger Shroff, who is Akshay Kumar's Bade Miyan Chote Miyan co-star, replied, "Thank you so much Bade. Love you paaji. OG." This is what Tiger Shroff wrote: Check out the teaser of Ganapath here: The teaser gives us a glimpse of a dystopian world that is engulfed in darkness....

The government on Friday increased the interest rate on five-year recurring deposit scheme by 20 basis points for the October-December quarter. The interest has been hiked from 6.5% to 6.7%. All other small savings instruments will offer the same interest rates. The revised rates were notified by the Department of Economic Affairs of the Ministry of Finance on September 29. “The rates of interest on various Small Savings Schemes for the third quarter of financial year 2023-24 starting from 1st October, 2023 and ending on 31st December, 2023 have been revised,” the office memorandum read. According to the notification, only the interest rate for the five-year recurring deposit scheme has been increased. The Savings Scheme will continue to have 4% interest rate while the one, two, and three-year recurring deposit schemes will continue to offer 6.9%, 7%, and 7% interest rate. There is an interest rate of 8.2% on the the Senior Citizen Savings Scheme and 7.4% on the Monthly Income Accou...

'Jawan' famed actor Nayanthara and husband, director Vignesh Shivan celebrated their twins - Uyir and Ulag's first birthday in a special way. They flew to Malaysia for the celebrations and shared glimpses of the vacation on social media. Now, Vignesh Shivan has treated fans to an inside picture from the adorable birthday bash, held in Kuala Lumpur. In the pictures, Nayanthara, her husband, and the twins can be seen twinning in white ensembles. While Nayanthara held one of her sons in her arms, Vignesh lovably wrapped his arm around the other baby boy. Going by the photograph, it was certainly a “dreamy birthday” party! The celebration was intimate for sure, but it was equally grand. While the white and blue decoration was all things beautiful, the foodie within us was pretty much glued to the array of delicacies spread on the table.  The highlight of the yummy treats was undoubtedly the two jungle-themed tiered cakes. Those white cupcakes with blue icing looked delicious a...

In a shocking incident of negligence and insensitivity from Uttar Pradesh's Mainpuri, a 17-year-old girl died after a doctor at a private hospital allegedly gave her the wrong injection. The victim's family alleges that the hospital staff then dumped her body on a motorcycle parked outside, and fled the spot without even informing them that she had died. The doctor and the hospital staff have all fled fearing public anger, and the girl's family is demanding justice. A video from outside the hospital showing the girl lying lifeless on a motorcycle has gone viral. The victim, Bharti, was taken to the Radha Swami Hospital located on Karhal Road in Ghiror area as she had a fever on Tuesday, her aunt Manisha said, adding that she was "absolutely fine" on Wednesday. The doctor then gave her an injection, after which her condition worsened, the aunt alleged, adding that the doctor told her to take Bharti to a different hospital as her condition was worsening and they c...

At least 52 people were killed and over 130 injured in a suicide blast near a mosque in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province on Friday when people were gathering for a rally to celebrate the birthday of Prophet Muhammad, according to media reports. The explosion occurred near Madina Mosque in the Mastung district, Geo News reported. Mastung's Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Nawaz Gashkori, who was on duty for the rally, was among the deceased. The explosion took place when people were gathering to mark Eid Miladun Nabi, the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad. City Station House Officer (SHO) Mohammad Javed Lehri said the explosion was a “suicide blast” and that the bomber exploded himself next to DSP's car. Lehri said that the wounded are being shifted to a medical facility while an emergency has been imposed in the hospitals. At least 52 people were killed and over 130 injured in the blast, the Dawn newspaper quoted Dr Saeed Mirwani, chief executive offic...

The England cricket team had a torrid time in flight as the geared up for the ODI World Cup warm-up match against India in Guwahati. England wicket-keeper batter Jonny Bairstow took to Instagram to share the update on the England team's journey that apparently lasted for more than 38 hours. Bairstow shared a picture of an England player in the economy class of a flight, summing up the trouble that the players had to go through. In the picture, the players look drained from the long flight while being surrounded by co-passengers in the flight. Bairstow captioned the post "utter chaos" and further wrote "last leg incoming... been some trip". He then added "38 hours and counting...", with a laughing emoji. Jonny Bairstow's Instagram story. England team reached Guwahati in an economy class of a flight. pic.twitter.com/r3Uf3Klchz — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) September 29, 2023 As per an ANI report, both the England and Indian players have...

Attention folks, the makers of Ganapath dropped the teaser of the film on Friday afternoon. The teaser gives us a glimpse of a dystopian world that is engulfed in darkness. The force that can change the world is represented by the likes of Tiger Shroff, Kriti Sanon and Amitabh Bachchan, who team up to fight the evil forces. The video begins with a visual of Tiger Shroff meditating as the text "2070 AD" flashes on screen. The world that they live in is a "world without hope and mercy." A voiceover from Amitabh Bachchan says, "Do not fight until our warriors arrive." Enter the warriors - Tiger Shroff with his flying kicks, parkour and Kriti Sanon with her high-octane action moves. We also get a glimpse of Amitabh Bachchan, dressed in all white, standing in the midst of a ring. The teaser ends with the text, "Every beginning starts with Ganapath - a hero is born." Tiger Shroff warns at the end of the teaser that when it comes to his loved one, th...

A police officer in Punjab was suspended after a video showing a social media influencer dancing atop his duty vehicle went viral, officials have said.  Official sources said the Station House Officer in Jalandhar was suspended allegedly for allowing influencer Payal Param to use the police vehicle for an Instagram reel. The social media influencer was seen sitting on the bonnet of the police vehicle and dancing to an upbeat Punjabi song. The video also shows her making an offensive gesture. A man in the police uniform is also seen with the woman in the end of the video.  Sources said the action was taken against the police officer after the video went viral on social media, triggering outrage. A probe has been launched into the incident, officials said.  from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/ZhpEzxw via IFTTT

It's true that coffee is an addiction for us. A beautiful cafe and a delicious cup of coffee are all we need to relax and rejuvenate. India, known for its vibrant culture and diverse culinary landscape, has seen a surge in artisanal coffee culture in recent years. While coffee has long been a staple of many households, the emergence of specialised coffee shops has taken the appreciation of this beloved beverage to new heights. From expertly brewed espressos to meticulously crafted latte art, these cafes offer more than just a caffeine fix- they deliver a unique experience for coffee aficionados and casual sippers alike. We found 10 such cafes all across India which are havens for coffee lovers. Also Read :  Coffee Obsessed? Check Out These 5 Cafes In Delhi For Customised Delights International Coffee Day 2023: Here Are 10 Best Artisanal Coffee Shops In India:  Machan, New Delhi: Step into the reimagined Machan, and you'll be transported to a jungle oasis. The cafe's awe...

More than 65,000 Armenians have fled Nagorno-Karabakh for Armenia, Yerevan said Thursday, as the exodus continued from the breakaway enclave which Azerbaijan recaptured last week in a lighting offensive. By Thursday morning, "65,036 forcefully displaced persons crossed into Armenia from Nagorno-Karabakh," Armenian government spokeswoman, Nazeli Baghdasaryan, said in a statement.  Some 120,000 ethnic Armenians were estimated to be living in the territory before Baku's offensive. "The state is providing suitable housing to all those who do not have a predetermined place of residence," she added. On Sunday, Azerbaijan reopened the sole road linking Nagorno-Karabakh with Armenia, the Lachin corridor policed by Russian peacekeepers -- four days after Armenian separatist forces agreed to lay down arms and disband their army. The return of the Armenian-populated separatist enclave under the control of the central government in Baku has led to a mass exodus of ethn...

This troll should have known better than messing with Shah Rukh Khan. On Wednesday, Shah Rukh Khan did an #ASKSRK session with his fans on X (earlier called Twitter). The superstar mostly thanked fans and answered questions pertaining to his smash hit Jawan and his upcoming film Dunki . A user didn't understand the assignment. He accused the producers of the films of faking the box office collection of the film. "What about fake collection numbers of Jawan? So many news that produces are spreading fake collection numbers," the user asked the actor. Shah Rukh Khan's epic reply to this was, " Chupp baith aur ginta reh...bas (Shut up and just keep counting). Don't get distracted in counting! #Jawan." Two words - mic drop. Check out Shah Rukh Khan's epic reply here: Chupp baith aur ginta reh...bas!!! Don't get distracted in counting!!! #Jawan https://t.co/vIsUn5W4X7 — Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) September 27, 2023 Another user asked SRK about ...

Bollywood celebrities have been visiting Mumbai's decades old Lalbaughcha Raja to mark the 10-day-long Ganesh Mahotsav. After Shah Rukh Khan , Kartik Aaryan and Vicky Kaushal, Farah Khan paid a visit to the prestigious puja pandal. She was accompanied by Sonu Sood and his wife Sonali Sood. The filmmaker shared that she had the “most amazing darshan” despite looking “incapacitated” due to the crowd in the viral videos. Sharing a clip, which was recorded inside the pandal, Farah Khan wrote, “Had the most amazing darshan of Lalbaughcha Raja…Right at his feet…Despite whatever you will see in videos of me looking incapacitated due to crowds I just want to say it was all worth it. Thank you to the security, the volunteers, and the police who handle such crowds daily with such care and understanding…Thank you to my dearest Sonu Sood for taking me with him. And Rakesh Kothari for personally escorting me. It's a divine experience for every Mumbaikar.” Replying to the post, Sonu Sood, wh...

Around 20 teenagers have been arrested and two firearms have been recovered after a group of juveniles broke into shops in the US State of Philadelphia on Tuesday, a report said.  The Philadelphia police launched a crackdown after reports surfaced of rampant looting of stores like Apple Store, Footlocker and Lululemon, among others.  By midnight on Wednesday morning, law enforcement had confirmed the arrest of between 15 to 20 individuals involved in the looting, and they had recovered at least two firearms. Videos shared on social media, including X (formerly known as Twitter), depict scenes of retail stores like Lululemon, the Apple Store, and Footlocker being overrun by hundreds of masked looters, according to Fox News . 🚨Just in: Apple and many stores in Philadelphia being looted. Philly is fallen! #Philadelphia #PA #looting pic.twitter.com/hnfpAJhvIp — Stay Frosty 🇺🇲 (@brewdoggy) September 27, 2023 Videos of a looted Apple Store, show iPhones and iPads scatter...

A 19-year-old in Gujarat died of suspected cardiac arrest on Monday while playing garba, a folk-dance form. The victim, identified as Vinit Mehulbhai Kunvariya, was rushed to a hospital nearby but was declared dead on arrival. The incident took place in Jamnagar's Patel Park neighbourhood. The teenager was a dance enthusiast. He was practising at a garba class located in the Patel Park area in preparation for the upcoming Navratri festival when he unexpectedly collapsed to the ground after completing the first round. He was initially taken to a neighbouring private hospital and then transferred to GG Hospital, where he was declared dead upon admission, Times of India reported.  Speaking to the media, a member of Mr Kunvariya's family said that he was practising at the 'Step & Style Dandiya Academy' in Jamnagar when he suddenly collapsed around 10:30pm on Monday. He added that the 19-year-old did not have any underlying illness and was completely fine.  Notably, ...

Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha had a big fat wedding in Udaipur, Rajasthan over the weekend. Just a few days after the wedding, Parineeti's official wedding couturier Manish Malhotra has shared a special post, mentioning how the actress paid tribute to her late grandmother at the wedding. Re-sharing the post, Parineeti wrote, "I missed my naani on my special day but had a piece of her on me. Thank you M." Sharing the details, Manish Malhotra wrote, "Some details make all the difference. I distinctly remember discussing the lehenga design with Parineeti Chopra, who mentioned adding her Nani's challa (traditional keychain) to it! She wanted to pay a heartfelt tribute to her nani, who used to wear the same challa in her saree with the keys, a symbol of being the lady of the house." Manish Malhotra added, "For Parineeti, the sound of the challa when her naani walked around the house, was a melody of strength and grace. And that's when I knew we ha...