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Always lit: design pros share their finds

Just in time for Diwali, architects, interior designers and editors share their pick of lights to brighten up the home from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/2ZBjwvp

Why don’t we have a safe dengue vaccine yet

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While the plunge in COVID-19 cases is something that has helped people take a sigh of relief, the incessant rise in the number of dengue cases has alarmed doctors and healthcare professionals across countries. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3w0QrW2

Unboxing cheer: Diwali hampers to gift

There’s macaron towers and pesto babkas to treats from the mountains up North from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3pSrs6l

7 possible causes of belly fat

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Belly fat is not just a dent on your appearance, but it can also take a toll on your health. It is a cluster of stubborn visceral fats that is extremely concerning. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3boAqzZ

Different types of marriage

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Different types of marriage from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3ExohFj

Best style moments of Puneeth Rajkumar

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Here's a look at the late actor's some of the most iconic style statements. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3nGCpW8

Egg coated popcorn recipe irks netizens

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Can you imagine adding eggs to your favourite popcorns? The mere thought of mixing the two might leave a lot of food fanatics with a bad taste. Recently, a bizarre post got viral on social media, where popcorn was being prepared with eggs. A strange combination, isn’t it? But netizens were divided in their opinion about this viral popcorn recipe. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3nCHCxX

Sushmita Sen's beauty secrets

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Here's a look at some of her best kept beauty secrets. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3vZZO8w

Budget-friendly tips to decorate your walls

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Budget-friendly tips to decorate your walls this Diwali from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3pSRh6n

Deepavali hampers: Initiatives to support artisans, weavers and the differently-abled

From stepping up support for traditional artisans and weavers to lending a helping hand to the differently-abled, this Deepavali organisations and social enterprises are making festive hampers handmade with hope from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3nIz2h4

The good business of intimate spaces

Providing safe, affordable spaces for couples through micro-renting of hotel rooms has overcome social taboos to be successful from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3Bv6bSg

An exhibition and sale in Thiruvananthapuram celebrates rice diversity

City-based NGO Thanal organises a display of 120 kinds of paddy seeds, 90 kinds of grains and the sale of 50 varieties of rice from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3GxqFOl

How a packet of rock sugar in my kitchen brought back memories of childhood temple visits

Kalkandu is apparently a favourite of the gods too from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3nGGM3d

MG Astor blends style and performance

With an AI bot and two petrol engines to choose from, the new MG Astor seems all set to hit the accelerator from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3vWHfSR

Now, you can gift hand-painted ganjifa playing cards for Deepavali

Gearing up for a game of cards this Deepavali? Go back to the 16th Century with a luxurious, hand printed ganjifa deck from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3EuzZ3z

Yoga asanas to keep festival weight gain away

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The most awaited festival of the year, Diwali is round the corner. It is the time when we enjoy ourselves to our fullest and indulge in some of our favourite foods. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3jPIxdz

Strengths of an autistic child

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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental disorder characterized by an inability to socialize, compulsive behaviour and repetitive verbal or non-verbal communications. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3GD4QN0

Menswear and a more fluid future

How Indian designers are refreshing fashion for men with gender neutral silhouettes. Plus, a push towards shared and polysexual clothing from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3ExQkEq

Dinner timings of different countries

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Be it any culture, people look forward to sitting together and enjoying a nice & satisfying meal at the end of the day. Here’s a list of countries with their dinner timings so you don’t have to worry much while travelling. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3pRRaYz

Khadi gets trendy

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The fashion show, curated by the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) led by its Chairman and KVIC Advisor Shri Sunil Sethi, showcased 60 designs by 10 budding fashion designers. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/2ZxqilF

Rinsing hair with apple cider vinegar

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It is said that apple cider vinegar helps in defrizzing hair and also helps in cleansing your hair. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3bmsXRQ

Decor essentials for festive season

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When you have days such as these to look forward to with excitement and joy, it is obvious one would also look forward to making it the best experience for everyone that would be a part of it. We would want everything from the decor to the food to the lights to the clothes to be flawless, and rightfully so. When else do we get to exercise our creative side with such finesse? Here is a little list of home decor essentials that would come in handy when brainstorming festive decor. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3jQIii5

Books to read as per zodiac sign

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Do you believe in the stars? Then here are the types of books you should read as per your zodiac sign. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3pOMjr8

Steps to create meaningful communities

A group of students change the lives of residents at Hill Top Colony by adding steps to the steep hill, and tidying a network of leaky pipes from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3BsSJhO

Say ‘Boo!’ in Bengaluru this Halloween

This weekend expect ghoul weather with a high chance of fright night. We bring you a round-up of Halloween events and activities happening around the city from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3Gyukv9

Betting big on green: on Studio Lotus’ projects shortlisted for the World Architecture Festival 2021

Sidhartha Talwar, Principal, Studio Lotus takes us through his firm’s projects shortlisted for the World Architecture Festival 2021 from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3pLImnh

This Dutch baker is serving Kochi ‘sloffen’ and ‘boterkoek’

Sarah Lisa bakes typical Dutch confections out of her home in Kochi from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3BoKdAv

Jayanti Reddy’s 2021 retail blueprint

Celebrating a decade in fashion, the Hyderabad-based designer reveals what it took to break into the New Delhi market, and plans to foray into the menswear segment from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3jNqpkn

Netizens troll Sabyasachi's mangalsutra campaign!

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Ace fashion designer, Sabyasachi (Mukherjee) is being trolled by netizens over its recent ad campaign. The designer's latest ‘Intimate Fine Jewellery’ collection, which features mangasutras has come under fire for apparently hurting sentiments and denigrating the mangalsutra. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3vTvEUk

Squid Game Halloween costumes banned

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After the South Korean thriller, Squid Game became a super success worldwide, the dystopian web series has been accused of glorifying violence. A school district in New York state said Thursday it had banned children from wearing Halloween costumes from Netflix sensation "Squid Game" over concerns they might glorify violence. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3nIANuX

Best essential oils for a beautiful skin

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The key to adding essential oils to your skincare routine is to use them properly, so we consulted a few experts to guide us through. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3BvbalX

Suffering from the flu? How to recover faster

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Here are a few helpful ways to recover faster from the flu, and relieve symptoms: from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3CrgWXg

Which Diwali gift is ideal for your zodiac?

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Diwali 2021 is approaching and shopping for gifts, decor and candles is on full throttle. But if you want to make it more personal, you have to consider a lot of things. For simple guidance, one way to invest in gifts is by referring to zodiac signs. Take a look at this list and see if you can buy something close to the suggestion as all zodiacs have different likes and dislikes. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/2ZHWIdJ

5 ways to help a child deal with anger

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Yelling, crying, shouting or throwing a fit in anger can be common signs of an outburst kids have. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3bBXn2R

How to make immunity-boosting potato juice

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As the name suggests, it is the juice that comes from raw potatoes. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3nynn4A

Why burst when you can eat it?

Continue the conscious celebrations and choose from seed-filled, bejewelled and chocolate firework variants from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3vVdhhS

The Diwali subscription exchange

Eco-vouchers for heritage rice, organic produce, and home care. Here are gifts you’re sure they won’t return from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3bkqMhF

Have a soft corner

Teja Lele Desai on how taking care of your couches, cushions and curtains need not be a big deal from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/2ZrfPbr

10 times Aryan Khan reminded us of SRK

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There's no doubt that Aryan Khan resembles SRK a lot and the same can be said about his style. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/2ZwBsai

Quick make-up tips for Halloween

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Quick make-up tips for Halloween from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3bnZ9Em

In search of the idli’s ancestors

The small Sourashtrian community in Madurai has used the quiet of lockdown to revive heirloom recipes, many of which lay the foundations for Tamil Nadu’s most popular dishes from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3jM6jqP

"I lost over 25 kgs by minimizing rice and roti"

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When 46-year-old Anshul Maheshwari felt his weight come in the way of his daily life and aspirations, he set his heart to losing weight thereon, in a completely holistic manner. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/2ZwT8TN

What is your zodiac sign's energy?

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What is your zodiac sign's energy? from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3EsdkVG

Things men think of during first time sex

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You have been dating each other for a while and are super excited for the first time sex. But you are deep down, worried what all is he thinking and if he is saying what he truly has in his mind. So as answer to your curiosity, here are some deets on what men truly think while at it ! from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3pMs4uh

Tips to reduce jealousy between siblings

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If the differences are not sorted on time, it can strain the relationship between the siblings and it may carry on to adulthood. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3CxwCII

10-minute Chaat recipes for Diwali party

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This Diwali, make your house party a memorable one with an innovative dose of chaat recipes that can be easily made at home. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3bkBMvk

Meet the Marie Kondo-inspired professional clutter busters in India who are transforming homes, one wardrobe at a time

With Deepavali around the corner, professional clutter busters are busier than ever, teaching people how to let go, and transforming homes, one wardrobe at a time from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3CvG2V6

7 times Katrina Kaif looked stunning in Sabyasachi

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Ever since the news of Katrina Kaif getting married in a Sabyasachi are doing rounds, all we can think about is how gorgeous she is going to look whenever that is going to happen. while Katrina always looks stunning, she definitely looks like an Indian princess in a Sabyasachi outfit. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3GtJUbs

Six homemade night packs for a glowing skin

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Despite all the factors that determine skin health and look, no one likes a bad skin day, and you can eliminate them altogether with these simple, home-made packs! from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3jHwHlG

How to eat smartly during the festive season

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Relishing traditional delicacies and devouring desserts of the season with friends and family is what makes festivals so special. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3jKK6cs

Things you can, cannot control in marriage

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Here are some key things you need to know on what is and what is not under control in a marriage. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3vQIxi2

Zero-oil Seed Cracker for Diwali party!

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Wait, are you someone worried about putting on extra kilos this festive season? If yes, here’s a simple and zero-oil party snack recipe that you can make at home and indulge limitlessly. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3nDVU1f

Micro review: 'The Granddaughter Project'

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Author Shaheen Chishti’s debut novel, 'The Granddaughter Project' is a tale of sorority, empowerment and filial bonding. Read the TOI micro review here. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3Gp5e1P

Which ‘Squid Game’ character will you dress up as for Halloween?

...With spooky season at our doorstep, a look at the ‘Squid Game’ costumes that could make their way into every Halloween party from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3mpg9Rb

Meet the cheesemaking monks in Bengaluru

The Vallombrosa Benedictine Congregation in Bengaluru weathered lockdown by selling 10 varieties of cheeses — from Parmesan to mascarpone — to apartments, and starting a goat farm. Now, they ship across India! from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/2ZDwx7N

Need mixers for your party? Craft beverage companies get creative with lemonades, ginger ales and tonics

As the festive season launches and parties move to drawing rooms, craft beverage brands rush to equip home bars with refreshing, healthier lemonades, ginger ales and even fragrant edible garnishes from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3vSfYkk

Sweets to spinach

The creators of Mysurpa have now launched a concept food store, encouraging families to shop together from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3GvgEB1

Why are autoimmune disorders on rise?

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While many infectious diseases have been better controlled over the years, there is a steady increase in the prevalence of autoimmune diseases. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3nBHZsH

Belaa Sanghvi on challenges of handloom

Yet, the textile revivalist believes there are innumerable possibilities with innovation and is in the process of creating a new series of Gujarat’s famous Patola sari using the Fibonacci number series from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3GtSKpK

This Mumbai art show brings celebratory handcrafted crockery to the table

As families and friends reunite for dine-in get-togethers after more than a year, there is a focus on lovingly curated tableware through art experiences from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/2ZCNLCf

Beauty blunder? Angelina Jolie's unblended hair extensions

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Beauty blunders and Angelina Jolie are tough to put together in a line but guess that's what happened at the Eternals premiere in Rome. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3pLlN1N

Hansika Motwani's beachwear collection

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Everyone is heading for a lavish beach vacation and if you are planning one too, you need to look at actress Hansika Motwani's beachwear wardrobe. It is truly an inspiration. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3mlyHlh

Can lemon water harm your kidneys?

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Lemon is densely rich in vitamin C, which improves the absorption of calcium, important to maintain optimum bone density. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3jFk3DM

5 zodiac signs who never admit their mistakes

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Doesn’t it get really frustrating when someone just refuses to accept their mistakes? It can be a huge pain to make such people understand where they have gone wrong. From being super confident about themselves to never admitting their mistakes, such people usually have a very egoistic and self-centred attitude. And so, it’s best to never engage in an argument with them, if you’re looking to avoid drama. The stars are pretty accurate in giving us hints about personalities. In account of this, here are the zodiac signs who never seem to admit their mistakes. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3Bkpyxl

Celebrities who normalized breastfeeding

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While there's a great need to make public places breastfeeding friendly, celebrity mothers have also done their bit to break the taboos: from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/2XS1Rit

15 lesser-known dishes from Indian cuisine

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We all are familiar with Thukpa of East to the Dhokla of West, Chole Bhature of North to the Idli/Dosa of South; however, there are various dishes that are still not known to the world, and mind you they are incredible in taste and are heavenly. Here is a look at such 15 dishes of Indian cuisine that are lesser-known to the world. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3vPFWox

"I lost 32 kilos without intense gym workouts"

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Yashika Vohra battled a lot of anxiety and body image issues because of her weight. Her story proves that you don't always need the gym to lose weight! from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3vNO8Wg

Things makeup artists want you to know

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They work on the best faces in the industry and plan entire looks of Bollywood celebs. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3jJEYW1

Your personality according to fingerprint

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Fingerprints are not just about your ID with the government. They also reveal a lot about your personality. The lines on your fingers speak loads about your traits, your talents as per dermatoglyphics although most scientists do not believe in it. To know what your fingerprint says about your personality, scroll down as we reveal as many we can. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3Bq6MFa

5 ways parents can help their insecure kids

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No one is born insecure or underconfident. Rejection, criticisms, unkind words is what gets to a person, leading them to feel or think less of themselves. Children can too be prone to instances where they lose self-esteem and become insecure. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3Cnyaof

Signs of iron deficiency: When should you take action

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Nutrients and minerals play an important role in maintaining the healthy functions of the body. Iron is a vital mineral that primarily helps transfer oxygen from the lungs to the tissues and ensures proper growth and functioning of the body. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3pFrfmS

On a sweet note

Fancy an orange rasgulla or a guava Mysorepak? Hopeful of increased sales this Deepavali, shopkeepers are introducing new, experimental sweets and savouries in their festive rosters from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3nC0BZL

The rise of Chennai’s coffee roasters

The past year has seen a spurt in speciality coffee offerings, as more local roasters get creative with the business of beans from The Hindu - Life & Style https://ift.tt/3Ec7YO6

Which playing card are you as per your zodiac?

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Diwali is round the corner and the festive mood is on. Not just the cleaning process and lights, many of us are in the midst of card game nights, hopping from one friend’s home to another. But have you ever wondered what if you were a playing card? Going by zodiac signs, we bring to you the ultimate list of who is who if your sign was a “taash ka patta”! from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3pL8EG7

Auction: Rare folio of Shakespeare’s play

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Centuries after his death in 1616, an extremely rare portion from Shakespeare's first folio edition, which was published in 1623, will be put up for auction. Read more details here. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/30WaB8g

Bhumi's lehenga is not run-of-the-mill

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Bhumi Pednekar is not your regular girl. She recently wore a brown lehenga from JJ Valaya and wowed us all. Take a look. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3GreQZS

Exercise to lower high BP instantly

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High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health problem. from LifeStyle - Latest Lifestyle News, Hot Trends, Celebrity Styles & Events https://ift.tt/3bcdTWU