The Centre on Wednesday published the final notification for the Food Safety and Standards (Vegan Foods) Regulations, 2022 thereby specifying what constitutes vegan food, what kind of labelling/packaging will be required for it and the compliances for Food Business Operators too. ....

A well-designed visual setting is only one aspect of home decor. It has now evolved into a form of self-expression, almost meditative in nature. While establishing a distinct identity for its occupant,, it is the source of a sense of belonging. The value of such a space can only be measured in terms of the celebration of connection with the vibe and joy the space commands. When there is an opportunity to experiment with interior language, this feeling soars, increasing the value of a space not only in aesthetics but also in spirit. ....

Children who spend more time playing adventurously may have lower symptoms of anxiety and depression, finds a new study. ....

Receiving hormone replacement therapy within six months of a recorded diagnosis of Covid-19 was associated with a reduction in mortality from the infectious disease among women, finds a study indicating the role of oestrogen in fighting the deadly virus. ....

Since time immemorial, Indian women have changed their surnames to that of their husbands after marriage. In a patriarchal tradition, it has always been believed that a woman's identity is tethered to her husband and that only by taking his surname does she become a member of her husband's family. ....

It is common for an expectant mother to feel stressed about pregnancy, especially those who are pregnant for the first time. It can bring up a range of emotions and anxieties. Being concerned about having a healthy pregnancy is not a bad thing because it can push people to take action in the face of new challenges. ....

Cognitive impairment, as a result of severe Covid-19, is similar to that sustained between 50 and 70 years of age and is the equivalent to losing 10 IQ points, finds a study. ....

In a bid to attract tourists, state-run Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) will resume its 684-km long Delhi-Manali-Keylong luxury bus service from Wednesday after over four months. ....

A hair perfume or hair mist isn't the same as just spritzing your mane with your favourite fragrance; instead, it's a product that's specially formulated for your hair. While your usual perfume might still smell nice in your hair, it could also actually be damaging and drying, and result in breakage. But, what is the difference between perfume and hair perfume? The key difference is the percentage of ethyl alcohol contained in the products. As a general rule, hair perfumes will only contain traces of alcohol so as to not dry out hair and scalp ....

Not just lungs but also every cells of human body and the hard organs like bones and teeth get adversely affected by smoking, said Professor Uma Kumar, Head of Rheumatology at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. ....