Author: Sharad Natani
Air travel in India just became a lot friendlier on the pocket. The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has launched an Udaan Yatri Café at Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar, offering food and beverages at prices starting as low as Rs 10. The café, inaugurated by Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu in the presence of MoS Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol, is part of the government’s effort to make air travel accessible and affordable for all under the Udaan scheme. Food at pocket-friendly prices Travellers can now grab: A bottle of water or a cup of tea – Rs 10…
Vitamin A is essential for sharp vision, glowing skin, and strong immunity — but these lesser-known foods might surprise you. When it comes to Vitamin A, most of us instantly think of carrots and spinach. But did you know there are many underrated superfoods that pack an even stronger Vitamin A punch? Essential for eye health, skin radiance, bone strength, and immunity, Vitamin A also helps prevent age-related vision decline and keeps infections at bay. Here are six surprising superfoods rich in Vitamin A that you might want to add to your plate: 1. Amaranth Leaves A traditional Indian leafy…
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced a major policy shift: from the academic session beginning July–August 2025, universities and higher education institutions will no longer be allowed to offer online or distance learning programmes in psychology, nutrition, and other allied healthcare fields. The ban falls under the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) Act, 2021, and extends to disciplines such as microbiology, biotechnology, food and nutrition science, clinical nutrition and dietetics. UGC Secretary Manish Joshi confirmed that all recognitions already granted for these courses will be withdrawn. “No higher educational institutions shall be permitted to offer any…
In a major breakthrough for India’s ambitious Gaganyaan Mission, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully carried out its first Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01), bringing the country one step closer to sending Indians into space. The test, aimed at validating the parachute-based deceleration system of the crew module, was conducted with the active collaboration of the Indian Air Force, DRDO, Indian Navy, and Indian Coast Guard. This joint effort highlights the national importance of India’s maiden human spaceflight programme. Sharing the success on X (formerly Twitter), ISRO posted: “ISRO successfully accomplishes first Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01) for…
With its compact size, rising population, and fragile coastal ecosystem, Puducherry faces unique ecological challenges. But under the leadership of IFS officer Dr. P. Arulrajan, the Union Territory is scripting a green revolution—aiming to double its green cover from 12.57% to 24% by 2030. A 2009-batch IFS officer, Dr. Arulrajan brings a rare blend of expertise—two PhDs, a law degree in cyber law and forensics, and three postgraduate diplomas—which he applies with scientific precision and community-driven innovation. Urban Greening with the 3:33:333 Model One of his most innovative strategies is the 3:33:333 approach: 3 trees visible from every home 33…
For decades, the weight loss playbook has been dominated by “eat clean, train hard” — a mantra followed religiously by athletes, celebrities, and fitness influencers alike. But when one of the world’s greatest athletes, Serena Williams, admits that even years of rigorous training couldn’t help her reclaim her pre-motherhood body, the fitness world takes notice. The 23-time Grand Slam champion revealed in a candid interview that after giving birth to her second daughter in 2023, she turned to GLP-1 medication for support. Known for mimicking natural hormones that regulate blood sugar and appetite, these drugs help people feel full faster…