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New Delhi: Delhi Police has intensified its verification drive for domestic staff following a series of recent high-profile crimes involving unverified workers, including a case in southeast Delhi where a bureaucrat’s daughter was sexually assaulted and murdered by an unverified domestic help.In another incident, an unverified help and his associates—who had taken turns working in…
Winter brings a common household challenge. Drying clothes indoors releases moisture, increasing humidity. Poor ventilation traps this dampness, creating ideal conditions for mould. This can lead to respiratory problems for residents. Image Credits: Google Gemini Winter is the time when many houses have a similar tale to tell. The rain taps on the windows, the…
Aluminium Foil on Door Handles: Does This Viral Hack Actually Work for Static or Security? A strange home hack that is rapidly spreading has taken over social media feeds in 2026 after people started wrapping aluminium foil around their door handles. What looks like a quirky DIY experiment is now being discussed as a low-cost…
6 Best Low-Light Needing Indoor Plants That Thrive in Dim UK Homes In 2026, houseplants are not just about aesthetic beauty and Instagram-worthy settings. It is about resilience, wellbeing and real-life living conditions and in Britain – where grey skies, short winter days and North-facing homes are the norm – the demand for indoor plants…
Using materials like wood, stone, brass, and terracotta can instantly add a sense of heritage to a modern home. Instead of heavy traditional carvings, these materials can be used in sleek furniture, flooring, or accent pieces. This approach preserves the essence of tradition while maintaining a clean, modern look that feels balanced and inviting. Source…
Modern architecture can benefit greatly by reintroducing these passive design strategies. Prioritising ventilation, using climate-appropriate materials, and integrating shaded spaces can reduce dependence on air conditioning. By blending traditional wisdom with contemporary needs, real estate developments can become more sustainable, energy-efficient, and comfortable for future living. Traditional Indian houses demonstrate that comfort does not always…
The Iran–US conflict has pushed global oil markets into turmoil, with tensions still simmering despite a two-week ceasefire window, since April 8, intended to enable negotiations. The peace talks amid the fragile truce have so far failed to yield any breakthrough, though diplomatic sources indicate preparations for a second round of talks are already under…
Image Credit: Instagram/ soorya96 In the contemporary world, with ACs (Air Conditioners) ruling most of our households, we often forget that traditional Indian architecture had some very effective ways of ensuring a cool indoor environment naturally. Before the advent of the electricity-based methods of cooling our homes, natural means were used to keep the temperature…
And once again Mumbai’s housing sector has broken all the records and witnessed overwhelming demand. In a recent update, the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) reported receiving more than 16,400 applications for its 2026 lottery for 2,640 homes. Yes, you read that right! The application process began in March-end and the lottery draw…
Indraprastha Gas Ltd (IGL) is pushing expansion of PNG connections across Delhi-NCR as it looks to rapidly grow its user base and reduce dependence on LPG, its chief executive Kamal Kishore Chatiwal said.The expansion comes amid disruptions to energy supplies triggered by the Middle East conflict, which has strengthened the government’s push towards wider adoption…
