Acclaimed actor Irrfan Khan passed away on the morning of April 29 after a battle with colon infection. In 2018, he had announced that he had been diagnosed with a neuroendocrine tumour and he had undergone treatment in the UK for a

As of today, there are 29435 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in India with 6869 recovered cases and 934 deaths. COVID-19 tends to become severe in patients who are old or have some pre-existing medical conditions. They are at higher risk of

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) represents a group of intestinal disorders that cause chronic inflammation of the digestive tract [1]. The digestive tract, which comprises the mouth, oesophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine, is responsible for breaking down food, extracting the

Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor (67) passed away on Thursday at 8:45 a.m after a long battle with leukaemia. This Bollywood star was diagnosed with the disease two years back in 2018 and has undergone a bone marrow treatment in the US

World Immunization Week is celebrated in the last week of April (24 to 30 April). Its main objective is to encourage the use of vaccines to protect people of all ages against diseases. Globally, Immunisation is considered a cost-effective public health

As of today, there are 3,230,433 coronavirus cases with 228,394 deaths. On a hopeful note, 1,007,136 have recovered. As the coronavirus pandemic takes an ever-larger toll across the world, extensive researches and surveys have been exploring who is at greatest risk

Jaggery is a natural sweetener, that has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its role in replacing sugar. A combination of health and taste, jaggery has been used in Indian cuisine since ages. Often referred to as

When you age, the taste buds on your tongue start to lose its utility - one of the main reasons why older adults tend to get fussy about the food they eat. After the age of 65, the immune system in

Stroke is ranked as the second leading cause of death and the third leading cause of disability worldwide, as per the World Health Organization. It is estimated that 70 per cent of stroke and 87 per cent of deaths caused by

Summer ailments are quite common during the hot summer months. From heat rashes and sunburns to jaundice and food poisoning summer causes a host of health problems. In India, usually May and June are considered the hottest months of the year

On Sunday (May 3), the Assam government had reported the first case of African Swine Flu in the state which has killed around 2500 pigs in 306 villages. The central government has also said that this is the first instance of

With the summer heat dehydrating our bodies, it is necessary to eat foods packed with great amounts of micronutrients and macronutrients. In summers, we tend to sweat a lot making us feel dehydrated and also we experience low energy levels

With the summer season around the corner, India is already feeling the heat. And according to reports from researchers, the summer will bring additional discomfort - due to the COVID-19 pandemic. There were some claims which said that the coronavirus may

Every year on 5 May, World Asthma Day is observed to increase awareness about asthma and how to keep it under control. World Asthma Day event is annually organised by the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA). The theme for World Asthma

Hand hygiene is very crucial in controlling infections. The increasing severity of illnesses, multi-drug resistant pathogens and complexity of treatment methods are making basic preventions like hand hygiene essential in our day-to-day lives. This is because hand hygiene is very important

Asthma is a respiratory disease caused by the inflammation of airways in the lungs. This causes breathing difficulties, coughing and wheezing. Certain allergens can trigger inflammation in the airways that can increase the risk of an asthma attack. In order

The summer season is around the corner and we are all already feeling the heat. According to climate scientists, the temperature is most likely to rise in the coming months and along with the heat comes heat stress or body heat,

Athlete's foot (AF), also known as tinea pedis is a fungal infection of the foot, mostly found between the toes. It is named so as the infection is common in athletes and swimmers. The AF can spread to hands or other

Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a fungal infection that occurs in between the toes. It most commonly occurs in people whose feet have become sweaty due to wearing of tight-fitting shoes. Athlete's foot appears as a scaly rash and causes itchy,

Every year, International No Diet Day (INDD) is observed on 6 May. The day celebrates body acceptance, raising awareness on the importance of body positivity and body shape diversity. INDD also focuses on promoting a healthy lifestyle with a

World Athletics Day is celebrated every year on 7 May to promote the importance of sports in our lives and encourage new talents in the field of athletics. Sports and exercises hold a very important place in our lives. An athlete

Summer is here and it's time to bring some changes in your lifestyle like eating foods that keep your body hydrated and practicing an exercise regimen that will help keep you fit and healthy during the hotter months. The

Every year, International No Diet Day (INDD) is observed on 6 May. The day celebrates body acceptance, raising awareness on the importance of body positivity and body shape diversity. INDD also aims to promote a healthy lifestyle with a focus on

We all need nutrition for increasing body growth, promoting good health and providing energy. Athletes of all skills and ages need nutrition too to enhance athletic performance, recover from an injury faster and lower the risk of diseases. They need optimal

Thalassemia is a group of inherited blood disorders that has a similar characteristic: defective and reduced production of haemoglobin, the iron-containing protein in red blood cells that helps in carrying oxygen throughout the body. Beta-thalassemia (BT) is one of

COVID-19 lockdown has affected the livelihood of many people worldwide. A study published on 3 April in a journal named JAMA Psychiatry says that in addition to the COVID-19 deaths due to infection or illness, people are also dying of suicides

Eating disorders are serious conditions that are characterized by irregular eating habits and severe distress about one's body weight or shape. It not only affects one's physical health but their mental health [1]. Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions

The styrene gas that got leaked from LG Polymers in Vizag, Andhra Pradesh on Thursday morning has affected over 5,000 people and the death toll mounts to 10. LG Polymers, a chemical plant manufactures polystyrene, high impact polystyrene and coloured polystyrene.

As of today, there are 3,856,794 coronavirus cases with 266,488 deaths. On a hopeful note, 1,317,978 have recovered. In India, there are 53,045 confirmed cases, 1,787 deaths and 15,331 recovery cases [1]. Researchers and health experts are ardently focused

May 3-9 is Arson Awareness Week 2020, which focuses on the crucial role that firefighters play in the community to protect the public in emergency situations. Fire accidents can occur anywhere unexpectedly including homes, factories and health-care facilities. In the United

Walking pneumonia (WP) is the infection of the lungs or say, a milder form of pneumonia that affects the upper and lower respiratory tract. It is also known as 'atypical pneumonia' as the bacteria behind the condition is an atypical bacteria

According to recent reports by WHO, there are 2,303,312 COVID-19 infected persons around the world, with 270,765 deaths. Researchers and health experts around the globe are ardently focused on studying the novel coronavirus, where new findings and understanding help in the

Almost everyone is familiar with the beautiful, large and colourful flowers of the hibiscus plant. The hibiscus flowers not only create a natural beauty in your garden, but they also have medicinal uses. You can make teas and liquid extracts from

Oral sex, also known as oral intercourse is a common form of sexual activity, which involves using the mouth, lips or tongue to stimulate your partner's genitals or anus. Both heterosexual and homosexual couples can perform oral sex on their partner

Viral hepatitis is the name given to a viral infection that causes liver inflammation and damage. There are different types of hepatitis viruses that infect the liver out of which hepatitis A, B and C are the most common.

As of today, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in India is 59662, with 17847 recovered cases and 1981 deaths. The concerns related to COVID-19 pandemic is increasing day by day. The WHO and CDC along with many healthcare institutions

According to recent reports by WHO, there are 4,034,567 COVID-19 infected persons around the world, with 276,690 deaths. Researchers and health experts around the globe are ardently focused on studying the novel coronavirus, where new findings and understanding help in the

Worldwide, International Mother's Day is celebrated on 10 May 2020 every year. It is a day to celebrate motherhood and appreciate the unconditional love, contributions and sacrifices of mothers and mother figures. Without them, our lives are incomplete and the way

નવી દિલ્હીઃ ભારત અને સાઉથ આફ્રિકા વચ્ચે 3 મેચની વનડે સીરિઝનો પહેલો મેચ ધર્મશાળામાં રમાશે. જેની શરૂઆત ગુરુવારથી થઈ રહી છે. જ્યારે દુનિયાભરમાં તબાહી મચાવનાર સંક્રામક વાયરસ કોરોનાના લપેટામાં આવવાથી બચવા માટે ભારતીય ક્રિકેટ કંટ્રોલ બોર્ડની મેડિકલ ટીમે ખેલાડીઓ અને સ્ટાફ

ગુરુવારે ભારત અને સાઉથ આફ્રિકા વચ્ચે વનડે સિરીઝ શરૂ થવા જઈ રહી છે. આ સિરીઝમાં રમવા ઉતરતા પહેલા ભારતીય ટીમ ન્યૂઝીલેન્ડ સામે હારનું ઠીકરું ફોડીને આવી છે. જો કે ભારતીય ટીમના ધાકડ બેટ્સમેન શિખર ધવન અને બ્લાસ્ટિંગ ઓલરાઉન્ડર હાર્દિક પંડ્યાની વાપસી

નવી દિલ્હીઃ ભારતીય પ્રવાસ પર વનડે સીરિઝ રમવા માટે આવેલ સાઉથ આફ્રિકી ટીમ સાથે આજે પહેલી વનડે મેચ રમાશે, ધર્મશાળાના મેદાનમાં બંને ટીમ એકબીજા સાથે ટકરાશે. જ્યાં ભારતીય ટીમ આ સીરિઝમાં ન્યૂઝીલેન્ડ સામે ક્લીન સ્વિપ ખમીને મેદાનમાં ઉતરવા જઈ રહી છે

નવી દિલ્હીઃ ધર્મશાળાના હિમાચલ પ્રદેશ ક્રિકેટ એસોસિએશન સ્ટેડિયમમાં ગુરુવારે રમાનાર વનડે મેચથી ભારત અને દક્ષિણ આફ્રિકા વચ્ચે રમાવવા જઈ રહેલી 3 મેચની સિરીઝનો પ્રારંભ થઈ રહ્યો છે. ભારતીય ટીમ માટે આ સીરિઝથી ઈજાના કારણે બહાર થયેલા કેટલાય ખેલાડીઓની વાપસી થઈ છે.

નવી દિલ્હીઃ આજે 24 એપ્રિલે ક્રિકેટના ભગવાનનો જન્મ દિવસ છે. માસ્ટર બ્લલાસ્ટર સચિન તેંડુલકર આજે 47 વર્ષના થઈ ગયા છે. 24 વર્ષના ખ્યાતિપૂર્ણ ક્રિકેટ કરિયર બાદ સચિને વર્ષ 2013માં ક્રિકેટથી સંન્યાસ લઈ લીધો હતો. જો કે આખી દુનિયામાં કોરોના વાયરસના પ્રસારને

Blocked sinks are not just a nuisance, they can also cause a lot of mess. No matter how careful you are or how much care you take of your sink, it is bound to get blocked at some point in time

If you feel that cleaning your stove or your counter-tops, or even removing that stubborn grease off your kitchen when it simply doesn't go away, is more difficult than it might appear, we are here to help. And if you've invested

When we see a beehive near our home, we try to kill the beehive, as honey bees are known to pose a great risk for us. But we must keep in mind that honey bees are very important for the ecosystem

Cleanliness is next to godliness. The perks of having a clean home are something most of us are familiar with. It not just makes you feel good about yourself but also plays an instrumental role in keeping infections and diseases at

The stress and tension of modern life are the primary reasons people have bad moods. Other psychological factors also have a role to play. Sometimes the fact that we are physically unwell spoils our mood. To top it all, often we

It is in nature that man finds peace. While spending time with nature do we find ourselves happy. We do not worry about what is bothering us and we take time to become one with nature. Now, it is a well-accepted

After a tiring day, the one thing that you look forward to is taking a relaxing shower. You know it's hard to explain that feeling of relief as water pours and trickles down your body from the shower. Have you ever