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‘If you really work hard, you’ll win’: How an Indian engineer left corporate life to sell chai in the US and built a story worth telling

At a lively farmers’ market in Los Angeles, amid stalls selling organic vegetables, baked goods, and artisanal products, one stall often draws an unusually large crowd. The attraction is not just the steaming cups of fragrant chai but the man behind them—popularly known as Chaiguy. Dressed in a ‘baniyan’ with a traditional Bihari gamcha draped…

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Prada bottles the warmth and comfort of chai with Infusion de Santal Chai perfume

Image: https://www.prada-beauty.com/ Prada, the Italian luxury house that usually makes you think of sleek leather, minimalist couture, and runway vibes, just dropped a perfume inspired by chai. Yes, chai, that beloved, steaming cup of milky, spicy goodness that’s basically a cultural institution here.Their latest fragrance is called Infusion de Santal Chai, and it’s part of…

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‘Dhurandhar’ star Akshaye Khanna reveals his minimalist diet: ‘No breakfast, no snacks, dal, rice and shaam ki chai’ | Hindi Movie News

Following the roaring success of ‘Dhurandhar’, breakout star Akshaye Khanna revealed his minimalist fitness secret which involves skipping breakfast and snacks for a strict two-meal diet of dal, rice, and “shaam ki chai.” Alongside 10 hours of sleep, this routine fueled his sharp role as the antagonist, Rehman Dakait. Meanwhile, ‘Dhurandhar 2’ is set to…

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‘Sent a wrong message’: CPM MP John Brittas targets Rahul, Priyanka; takes ‘chai pe charcha’ dig | India News

NEW DELHI: A political rift erupted within the INDIA bloc on Tuesday after Communist Party of India (Marxist) MP John Brittas questioned leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi’s absence from Parliament during the Winter Session and criticised Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi’s participation post-session in “chai pe charcha” with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.Speaking to ANI, Brittas took…

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Think chai keeps you warm in winter? Orthopaedic warns it might actually be stiffening your joints |

For many people, winter mornings feel incomplete without a steaming cup of chai or coffee. The warmth, aroma and comfort make hot beverages an everyday ritual during colder months. Many rely on multiple cups throughout the day to stay warm, maintain energy and fight the chill. However, health experts are now cautioning that this cosy…

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Masala Chai! As Americans go bananas over tariffs, Trump smells the coffee, eases import duties; relief for Indian tea and spices

US president Donald Trump The TOI correspondent from Washington: Indian spice merchants and tea growers will be among global exporters who will breathe a sigh of relief along with American consumers after US President Donald Trump, feeling the heat of rising domestic prices due to tariffs, moved to lower import duties on nearly 200 food,…

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Chai, momos & early interviews: How Zohran Mamdani spent his 1st day as NYC Mayor-elect; shares ‘highlight’ moment

How Zohran Mamdani spent his 1st day as NYC Mayor-elect; shares ‘highlight’ moment It was a “busy first day” for New York City’s new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, as he tightened his belt to fit into the new role. The 34-year-old Indian-origin democratic socialist kick-started his day with Indian lunch that included “chai.” Taking to X,…

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