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Sometimes the 4 pm craving is simply a sign that you have not eaten enough fresh food during the day. Apples, oranges, guavas, pears and bananas are convenient options that require very little preparation. If you find fruit alone does not keep you full, pair it with a small handful of nuts. The combination of carbohydrates, fibre, protein and fat can make the snack more satisfying. Source link

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Srinagar, Aug 19: Several parts of Jammu and Kashmir recorded significant rainfall over the past 24 hours, with Jammu receiving the highest rainfall of 88.7 mm, according to the Meteorological Centre Srinagar.Samba recorded 85 mm of rainfall, followed by Kathua with 76.6 mm, Katra with 48 mm and Udhampur with 32.2 mm.The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has forecast generally hot and humid weather across Jammu and Kashmir from August 19 to 22, with one or two spells of light to moderate rain and thundershowers at scattered to many places.Brief intense heavy showers are also likely at a few places, particularly during…

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Shweta Pandey is a Senior Content Writer at Hindustan Times, with over 12 years of experience in beauty and wellness journalism, specialising in makeup, skincare, and hair care.She began her professional writing journey in 2011, entering the evolving world of digital lifestyle journalism as beauty and wellness content rapidly transformed in India. Over the years, she has worked with reputed digital media houses like India Today, the Times of India and Skymet Weather, steadily building credibility through well-researched features, product reviews, and trend analyses. Her career reflects consistent growth, moving from content contributor to senior writer. She now plays a…

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Even as the Delhi government’s Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) on Tuesday arrested Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Satyendar Jain, former Delhi Jal Board (DJB) chief executive officer IAS Udit Prakash Rai, and four others in a case alleging manipulation of tender conditions for sewage treatment plant (STP) projects, the case is already proceeding in a Delhi court as a money laundering probe by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).ACB’s allegations said that tender conditions and technical specifications were allegedly made unnecessarily restrictive, limiting genuine competition. (PTI)The ACB’s corruption probeThe ACB’s case was registered on May 11, 2024, when Jain was the Delhi water…

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FDCA in a statement, said that as many as 140 unlabeled jars containing 5 kg of red chutney each, worth Rs 20,940, were seized. Condiments are meant to enhance the taste of regular food. They also add texture, aroma and a certain amount of kick to simple-looking dishes. But, when the same food becomes the root cause of infection and illness, it becomes a matter of concern. According to the latest X post by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), Gujarat’s food and drugs authority on Tuesday seized around 700 kg of “adulterated” red chutney in Palanpur,…

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Kolkata: Three months into its second stint in opposition after 15 years in power, the TMC faces a question that could determine the shape of West Bengal politics for years to come: can Mamata Banerjee rebuild a party no longer united behind her, or will its electoral defeat permanently fracture Bengal’s principal opposition formation.Three competing centres now shape the crisis — the Mamata Banerjee camp, the Ritabrata Banerjee-led rebel faction and 20 Lok Sabha MPs who have moved to the NCPI and extended support to the NDA.The battle has reached the Election Commission, with rival factions staking claims to the…

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ​on Tuesday reported ​15,716 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis in the United ​States, an increase of 1,821 cases from a week ago.The CDC said it has received ‌reports of ⁠15,716 ⁠confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis across 47 states, with 828 hospitalizations and ​two deaths as of August 17. At least 11,841 additional ​cases of cyclosporiasis may require further investigation and analysis, CDC said.The data include the cases reported ​in the ongoing multistate outbreak linked ⁠to recalled ‌iceberg lettuce, CDC said, adding that ​it is ​investigating multiple clusters of cyclosporiasis.CDC and ⁠FDA are investigating at least six…

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Dr. Rahul Choudaha, Managing Director, DrEducation ResearchBy Dr Rahul ChoudahaOne of the key aspects of international campuses’ positioning in India is that they offer an affordable pathway to earning a global degree. Yet there has been little objective data on how their tuition pricing compares with Tier-1 private universities, and what that means for competitiveness and strategic positioning across the sector.The Rapid Arrival of UniversitiesIndia’s National Education Policy 2020, along with subsequent regulations from IFSCA in GIFT City (October 2022) and the UGC (November 2023), permits foreign universities ranked in the world’s top 500 to open campuses in India. Within…

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John Irvin passes away at 86; ‘Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy’ and ‘Hamburger Hill’ director no more British director John Irvin, whose career covered television, documentaries and Hollywood cinema, has died aged 86. The filmmaker passed away peacefully at his home on August 11 as reported by The Sun.John Irvin was recognised for his versatility across different genres including spy dramas, war movies, action films, horror stories and period dramas.The director was also a three-time BAFTA Award nominee. His career began with documentary filmmaking before he moved into television and feature films.John Irvin’s early career in documentariesJohn Irvin studied at the…

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Crompton is no longer looking at itself only as a fan, lighting or home appliance company. At an event in Mumbai on August 18, the 85-year-old consumer electrical brand unveiled a new strategy called Crompton 2.0, marking its push into connected homes, premium technology and smart energy solutions.What is Crompton 2.0? Everything unveiled at the landmark Mumbai event. (Crompton)Aishwarya is your go-to guide for turning your home, especially your kitchen, into the smartest and most efficient space on the block. If you ever find yourself wondering which air fryer actually delivers that perfect crisp, whether a new-age water purifier is…

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