Traditionally, rural children consumed ‘maad,’ a rice water broth, for its perceived nutritional value and affordability. This easily digestible liquid offers carbohydrates for energy, essential vitamins, and minerals, aiding hydration and soothing digestive issues. While beneficial, it’s not a complete meal and should complement a balanced diet.
Cricketer Smriti Mandhana captivated onlookers with her stunning ombré saree at her pre-wedding mehendi ceremony. Swapping her jersey for couture, she embraced a bold purple-to-lavender drape, complemented by a chic embroidered blouse and a cape-like embellishment. Her fiancé, Palash Muchhal, looked dapper in ivory. The couple’s radiant mehendi looks have sparked widespread admiration.
Oman is set to inaugurate a nationwide portfolio of development projects worth about RO1.4 billion as part of National Day celebrations. The programme spans major industrial ventures, upgraded water and road networks, and new referral hospitals and laboratories, advancing infrastructure, food security, and public services under the leadership of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik.
Today’s NYT Strands puzzle for November 23, 2025, features a “Sweet tooth” theme. Players must find hidden words in a letter grid, with the Spangram CANDYAISLE being key. Hints suggest confectionary shaped like fruits and a supermarket row, guiding solvers to uncover all theme words like NERDS, RUNTS, and STARBURST.
A former Verizon executive, Tami Erwin, has penned an emotional message to thousands of employees facing massive layoffs, emphasizing that “people remain the heart of every great company.” As Verizon cuts 13% of its workforce to combat customer losses and adapt to technological shifts, Erwin urged those impacted to grieve but also to recognize their…
Egyptian astrology guides you through the week, emphasizing divine forces for personal growth. Each zodiac sign receives specific advice, encouraging clarity, intuition, honesty, and self-care. The horoscopes focus on embracing inner wisdom and making choices aligned with personal truth for a more fulfilling week.
Nurturing socially confident children starts at home with essential skills like sharing, making eye contact, and managing emotions. Teaching respect for personal boundaries and resolving conflicts with words empowers kids to build strong relationships. These early lessons foster emotional intelligence, resilience, and success in a tech-driven world.
In a heart-wrenching incident at the Dubai Air Show, Wing Commander Namansh Syal, a decorated officer of the Indian Air Force and a proud alumnus of Sainik School and NDA, lost his life in a Tejas crash. His father, a retired Army veteran, made the devastating discovery while watching footage of his son’s prowess in…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi described his G20 Summit participation in Johannesburg as fruitful, sharing key proposals on sustainable development, countering drug-terror nexus, and empowering African youth. He advocated for a global repository of traditional knowledge and a swift global health response team.
