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Break the spine, but spare the bones: How Taliban is crushing women, one rule at a time

The Taliban has introduced a new penal code in Afghanistan that formalises some of its most hardline policies, prompting concern among human rights groups about the consequences for women and children. Signed by supreme leader Hibatullah Akhundzada, the 90-page criminal code allows husbands to physically discipline their wives and children as long as it does…

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Now, domestic violence legal in Taliban-led Afghanistan — as long as no ‘broken bones, open wounds’

The Taliban has issued a new penal code in Afghanistan that codifies some of its most restrictive practices, raising alarm among rights groups over its impact on women and children.Signed by supreme leader Hibatullah Akhundzada, the 90-page criminal code permits husbands to physically abuse their wives and children, provided it does not cause “broken bones…

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‘Moushumi Chatterjee pinched me, hit me hard for a scene, my bones ached, I was traumitised,’ says former child actor Master Raju |

Actor Raju Shrestha, is remembered as Master Raju and every cinema lover remembers his face as a child actor. He’s been one of the most popular child actors and worked wit most big names in the industry – right from Dharmendra, Hema Malini, Jeetendra and Amitabh Bachchan. However, Raju only had a bad experience working…

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5,000-year-old whale bones and harpoons from Brazil reveal the earliest evidence of organised whaling |

Historians and archaeologists long considered that the origins of organised whaling lay in the Arctic region of the Earth. A recent discovery in southern Brazil disproves this hypothesis. In the region of Babitonga Bay, in the state of Santa Catarina, it has been found that the local native tribes practised the organised hunting of large…

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Vitamin K deficiency can damage your liver and bones and cause HDN in newborns; check warning signs |

Vitamin K insufficiency can lead to Hemorrhagic disease of the newborn, bleeding disorders, bone weakness, and can further worsen existing liver ailments. The term vitamin K describes a class of fat soluble compounds that are vital to the organism. In order to stop excessive bleeding and preserve proper haemostasis, it is essential for activating a…

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What eating soaked raisins daily can do for your bones, digestion, and immunity this winter |

During winter, maintaining balanced nutrition is particularly relevant due to colder temperatures, reduced sunlight exposure, and shifts in daily activity. Traditional practices in many households encourage consuming soaked raisins, or kishmish, on a daily basis, a habit increasingly supported by modern nutritional science. Soaked raisins are rich in fibre, essential minerals, antioxidants, and natural sugars,…

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Health benefits of dates (Khajoor) in winters: Boost heart, bones, digestion, and winter energy |

If you want a natural way to stay energised, warm, and healthy this winter, adding dates, or khajoor, to your diet is a smart choice. These naturally sweet fruits are not just a treat but nutritional powerhouses, rich in fibre, antioxidants, vitamins, and essential minerals. Dates have been valued for centuries in Middle Eastern cultures…

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What is the right time to eat yoghurt for gut health, probiotics, digestion, and stronger bones |

Yoghurt is more than a delicious snack; it’s a powerhouse of nutrients that can support gut health, aid in weight management, and strengthen bones. Made from fermented milk, yoghurt contains probiotics, calcium, protein, and vitamins that provide multiple health benefits when consumed regularly. However, the timing of when you eat yoghurt can influence how effectively…

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