Bathroom problems in apartment buildings tend to arrive quietly at first. A toilet drains a little slower than usual. Water rises slightly higher in the bowl before settling back down. Someone pours another chemical cleaner into the pipe and forgets about it until the same thing happens again a week later.That is partly why simple…
INDORE: In this village in Madhya Pradesh’s Burhanpur district, a swear word, even if not aimed at anybody, can not only extract a stiff fine out of your pocket but also compel you to pick up the broom.Wedged in a quiet corner of Burhanpur, Borsar village has found a unique way to make people regret…
“Yes” to all drains you; “no” protects power. Mentally tough say, “That doesn’t align,” guilt-free—energy vampires (overtime, needy friends) get cut. Boundaries aren’t selfish; they’re survival. Brené Brown’s research shows, Clear limits breed connection, resentment festers without. Script: “Appreciate the ask, but my plate’s full.” Enforce via calendar blocks. Result? Reclaimed time for priorities. At…
Who doesn’t like a shiny, clean and crystal-clear window? It is probably the first thing we notice in a house, how clean (read sparkling clean) the window glass is. It can instantly lift the look and feel of a house allowing more light in and revealing beautiful outside views. However, most homemakers would agree that…
How to make urad dal pinni at home: The winter sweet Punjabis swear by (Image Source: AI- Generated) One dish that is an epitome of winter delicacies and is now considered comfort food and a nutritional package is urad dal pinnis. These are very common in Punjabi cuisine and especially prepared in winter to bring…
Workplace bullying often begins subtly, eroding confidence and well-being. Experts emphasize setting clear, consistent boundaries as a crucial self-care strategy. These quiet assertions, like neutral language and documenting incidents, protect mental health and dignity, shifting focus from confrontation to self-preservation. Workplace bullying almost never starts with shouting or threats. It sneaks in quietly – through…
Image: The Globe and Mail When Prabjot Singh Wirring was preparing to enter the legal profession in Alberta, he encountered a requirement that placed him at the centre of a constitutional and cultural debate. Like all prospective lawyers in the province, he was expected to swear an oath of allegiance to the reigning monarch, now…
For working couples, long hours at work, late-night dinner prep, and endless to-dos create the perfect recipe for a disastrous relationship. Working couples can strengthen their relationships by incorporating simple weeknight rituals. A leading psychologist reveals some of the most treasured nighttime habits every happy couple swears by. What are they? Read on. For working…
Ants are tiny but the nuisance these little creatures are capable of creating are beyond control. Once they find their way into your home, you can see an entire army marching toward your kitchen, honey jars, sugar bowls, or even your sleeping rooms! While you can seek professional pest control help, the remedy only offers…
Madhuri Dixit Nene, one of Bollywood’s most graceful icons, has charmed audiences since her debut and later became a household name with celebrated films like Devdas, Hum Aapke Hain Koun and Beta. Beyond her illustrious career, her personal life has always warmed hearts. She married Dr Shriram Nene in 1999, stepping away from the film…