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NEW DELHI: Election Commission on Wednesday sought Supreme Court’s urgent intervention to curb and prevent, what it called, a systematic pattern of violence and threats against its officials conducting the special intensive revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal and alleged that while the CM’s speeches encouraged such situations, police are reluctant to register FIRs…
Snow on a roof looks nice, right? But up close, it’s not all pretty. When snow melts unevenly, ice can build up at the edges and trap water behind it. That water doesn’t stay outside. It can creep under shingles, into insulation, even ceilings and walls. Small leaks today can become rot, mould, or damage…
Winter can be tough on rose plants, and this is especially true when the temperatures are extremely low and the winds are strong. Though some rose varieties are resistant to cold temperatures, most want just a little extra care to help them survive this time of year. Frost, strong breeze, and abrupt temperature changes can…
We have all been there. At least some of us. Sitting on the toilet seat in the morning, trying with all our might to get the job done and go ahead with the day, but it doesn’t happen. Many people experience a sudden urge to use the restroom just as they leave the house. Gastroenterologist…
For years, desi ghee and garlic have been prized in Indian kitchens, not only for adding flavour to food but for their perceived medicinal benefits. Social media claims in recent times have gone further, to say that desi ghee and garlic, taken together on an empty stomach, can prevent cancer, reduce weight, enhance sexual power,…
Most of us think dehydration causes nothing more than dry skin and a headache. However, do you know that even mild dehydration can cause your brain shrink to the size of a raisin? Yes, that’s right. This occurs because the body loses fluid which causes brain tissue to shrink while ventricles inside the brain expand,…
Prediabetes, a condition where blood sugar is elevated but not yet diabetic, affects over a third of American adults. It significantly increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Lifestyle changes like maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, and regular exercise are crucial for prevention and potential reversal. You…
With surging flu cases that have led to 1900 deaths so far in the US, another deadly fungus is expanding its grip across the country. Health officials are warning about candida auris, a deadly, drug resistant fungal superbug. As of now, it has infected at least 7,000 people across 27 US states, confirmed the data…
Eye care professionals are raising eyebrows over the blue light glasses trend, dubbing it a clever marketing ploy. Experts clarify that the blue light from digital screens is not potent enough to cause eye harm; rather, our fatigue stems from extensive screen use, which leads to digital eye strain. Blue light glasses are sold as…
LASIK is a popular choice for corrective eye surgery, which is considered safe, effective and highly successful. But this eye surgery comes with its own share of side effects. One of the most common problems patients face after post-LASIK is feeling dryness in the eye or simply “dry eyes”. According to Optometrists.org, around 95 percent…
