Lifestyle

Less screen time, more sleep critical for preventing depression: Study

London [UK], November 14 (ANI): According to a recent study, lifestyle factors such as less screen time, adequate sleep, a better-quality diet, and physical activity strongly impact depression.

2020-11-14T13:38:50.435913+00:00 IST

Study suggests men feel less powerful in private lives as compared to public lives

Washington [US], November 14 (ANI): A new study from Lund University has suggested that men perceive themselves as having less power in their private lives as opposed to their public lives.

2020-11-14T13:36:55.693198+00:00 IST

Here's how you can celebrate a fun-filled cracker-free Diwali

New Delhi [India], November 14 (ANI): The most auspicious and happening festival of the year is here and people across the country are celebrating it in different ways.

2020-11-14T09:18:40.173850+00:00 IST

This Diwali relish your family with special homemade thali

New Delhi [India], November 14 (ANI): One of the most auspicious festivals of India, Diwali is here and so is the time to savour delicious food.

2020-11-14T04:18:08.564648+00:00 IST

Embellish your home with these last-minute Diwali DIY ideas

New Delhi [India], November 13 (ANI): Diwali, the festival of lights, prosperity, and happiness is just around the corner and so is the need to decorate and beautify houses for the big celebration of the auspicious day.

2020-11-13T17:00:08.450135+00:00 IST

Study reveals dogs are sensitive to their humans' choice despite their own preference

Washington [US], November 13 (ANI): Inspired by work on infants, researchers at the Eotvos Lorand University (ELTE ) investigated whether dogs' behaviours are guided by human displays of preference or by the animals' own choices. They found that dogs' looking times, but not fetching behaviour, were influenced by the owner's expression of preference.

2020-11-13T03:04:19.198570+00:00 IST

Move over sweets, get something useful, creative for Diwali gifts

New Delhi [India], November 13 (ANI): As the Diwali festivities began with Dhanteras on Thursday, everyone is on the lookout for gifting options for their relatives, colleagues, and friends.

2020-11-12T19:52:45.577646+00:00 IST

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Northeast festival 2018 showcases region's exotic lifestyle, enlightens Delhi

New Delhi [India] , Nov 03, (ANI): The sixth edition of Delhi's biggest ever carnival--Northeast festival 2018, brought to light the exuberant culture of the eight northeastern states in a grand way held in the premises of Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts (IGNCA)

2018-11-03T13:24:12.661214+00:00 IST

Gender inequality linked to deaths of young girls

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 3 (ANI): In countries where women face more unequal treatment in society, young girls have a lower chance of survival, a new study has found.

2018-11-03T11:11:15.879674+00:00 IST

What happens to children who experience violence early in life?

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 2 (ANI): A recent study was conducted to examine the effects of early life adversity on the development of children. The findings suggested that exposure to violence, such as physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, in early life, is linked to faster biological ageing.

2018-11-02T17:41:13.824629+00:00 IST

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Culture

Diwali 2020: How millennials are planning to ace fashion game amid pandemic

New Delhi [India], November 12 (ANI): As the festival of lights, Diwali, is just around the corner, millennials are looking forward to getting dressed up in their best ensemble on the auspicious occasion. However, amid the coronavirus pandemic, social gatherings and the family meetings would be less, but people are still engaging in the festivities - and adapting to the new normal - by hosting virtual zoom parties, and small get together.

2020-11-12T17:45:36.850851+00:00 IST

Relationships

Men feel less powerful in their private lives

Washington [US], November 12 (ANI): Men perceive themselves as having less power in their private lives as opposed to their public lives, a new study from Lund University has suggested.

2020-11-12T17:34:55.027773+00:00 IST

Culture

25 Lord Ram statues to enchant visitors to Ayodhya tomorrow

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), November 12 (ANI): The Lalit Kala Akademi will exhibit 25 Lord Ram statues on the theme Jan Jan Ke Ram (or Lord Ram for every person) in Ayodhya on Friday ahead of the festival of lights.

2020-11-12T09:37:19.586453+00:00 IST

Culture

Thane based entrepreneur creates 'ghee diyas' to revive age-old Diwali customs

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 12 (ANI): In an attempt to revive the age-old ancient practices of the country, a British national of Indian origin has kickstarted an endeavour to promote 'ghee diyas' this Diwali.

2020-11-11T19:24:31.750563+00:00 IST

Culture

Employment insecurity linked to anxiety, depression among young adults during COVID-19

Washington [US], November 11 (ANI): A new research shows a strong association between employment insecurity and common symptoms of anxiety and depression among young adults in America.

2020-11-11T16:55:20.509829+00:00 IST

Fashion

Super rare purplish-red diamond sold at $2.77 million at Christie's auction

Geneva [Switzerland], November 11 (ANI): A finger ring bearing a super rare purplish-red diamond of 1.05 carats on Wednesday set a world record at the famous Christie's auction in Geneva as it was sold at a whopping price of USD 2.77 million.

2020-11-11T11:24:32.269610+00:00 IST

Others

'Anything is possible': Chris Nikic on becoming first athlete with Down syndrome to complete Ironman triathlon

Florida [US], November 11 (ANI): Chris Nikic, a man from Florida, became the first athlete with Down syndrome to complete the Ironman triathlon on Saturday (local time) at the Florida Panhandle event. Not only this, his efforts have earned him a place in the Guinness World Records.

2020-11-11T08:50:42.762071+00:00 IST

Food

Study shows walnuts may have anti-inflammatory effects that reduce risk of heart disease

Washington [US], November 10 (ANI): Findings from a randomized controlled trial indicate that people in their 60s and 70s who regularly consume walnuts may have reduced inflammation, a factor associated with a lower risk of heart disease, compared to those who do not eat walnuts.

2020-11-10T18:04:46.394361+00:00 IST

Quirky

Burnout can exacerbate work stress, further promoting a vicious circle

Washington [US], November 10 (ANI): A recent study conducted on work-related stress suggests that work stress and burnout are mutually reinforcing.

2020-11-10T17:02:09.256793+00:00 IST

Food

Secret to longer life -- chillis in diet: AHA study

Washington [US], November 10 (ANI): Good news for the lovers of hot dishes! Adding chilli peppers in diet can contribute to a longer life, a new study by the American Heart Association (AHA) has found.

2020-11-10T11:48:39.126294+00:00 IST

Quirky

Efforts needed to better integrate family caregivers into health care teams, finds study

Washington [US], November 10 (ANI): Integrating family caregivers into a patient's health care team can help improve care quality and the quality of life for both patients and their families, yet family caregivers face significant barriers coordinating their efforts with the formal health care team, according to a new RAND Corporation study.

2020-11-10T08:41:24.594000+00:00 IST

Culture

Maharashtra Governor releases former Minister Rajendra Darda's book 'Majhi Bhint'

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 9 (ANI): Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari on Monday released the book 'Majhi Bhint' (My Wall) authored by former Maharashtra Education Minister Rajendra Darda at Raj Bhavan here.

2020-11-09T18:31:19.323228+00:00 IST

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Irish and UK research helps to unravel secrets behind 'Game of Thrones'

Washington [US], November 9 (ANI): A researcher at the University of Limerick in Ireland has played a key role in examining some of the secrets behind the much-loved series 'Game of Thrones.'

2020-11-09T18:08:28.996423+00:00 IST

Culture

Bhopal-based self-help group prepares eco-friendly cow-dung lamps

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], November 9 (ANI): Like their counterparts in Rajasthan, women from a self-help group in Bhopal are also preparing eco-friendly lamps from cow dung this Diwali season.

2020-11-09T16:38:07.321303+00:00 IST