Cold Water Baths in Winter: Benefits, Risks & Myths
Are winter cold baths a health flex or a risky trend? Dr. Ajay Kumar Gupta explains the real benefits, busts common myths, and reveals who should avoid them. Know the facts before you try.
Are winter cold baths a health flex or a risky trend? Dr. Ajay Kumar Gupta explains the real benefits, busts common myths, and reveals who should avoid them. Know the facts before you try.
Saudi Arabia replaces its 50% flat tax with a four-tier excise duty based on sugar content from January 1, aiming to cut consumption. The UAE will implement a similar system in 2026. Read how this GCC health move affects prices.
Cold weather slows your phone's lithium-ion battery, causing sudden shutdowns. Learn the science and simple daily habits to keep your device running outdoors. Act now to protect your phone this winter.
Discover how controlled cold exposure, like cold showers, activates your brain, improves alertness, mood, and cognitive resilience based on new neuroscience studies.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath orders closure of all schools up to Class 12 until January 1, 2025, as severe cold wave grips the state. Stay updated on safety measures.
A Harvard-trained AIIMS gastroenterologist, Dr. Saurabh Sethi, reveals how common beverages like coffee, tea, and soda impact your gut microbiome. Learn which drinks to embrace and which to avoid for optimal digestion.
IMD predicts dense fog and severe cold day conditions in Uttar Pradesh, including Kanpur, until December 29. Experts warn of chilly winds and health risks. Read for details and safety tips.
Punjab and Haryana face severe cold wave conditions with dense fog disrupting travel. Minimum temperatures plummet, affecting daily life. Stay updated on weather alerts.
Bihar remains in a severe winter grip with dense fog and cold day conditions. IMD's orange alert persists, disrupting life and transport. Key details on temperatures and forecasts inside.
Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages plans to cut 4-6% of its workforce to streamline operations after a 73% profit decline. Details on the restructuring and market impact.
BoFA Securities, Nuvama, and Nomura issue buy ratings on Varun Beverages, Century Plywood, and Samvardhana Motherson. Key deals and growth targets analyzed. Discover the latest stock market insights and investment opportunities.
India's youth are embracing boba tea and matcha, forcing legacy brands like Wagh Bakri to adapt. Cold beverages now grow 60% faster than hot drinks, reshaping the market.
IMD forecasts severe cold day conditions & dense fog across Bihar for next 48 hours. Minimum temps to fall by 2-4°C. Patna schools shut for classes up to VIII. Read for district-wise alerts.
Varun Beverages' acquisition of South Africa's Twizza extends its growth runway beyond India's competitive market. While margins are a trade-off, Africa offers scale. Analysis inside.
IMD forecasts severe cold wave and dense fog to persist across North India until December 28, disrupting travel and daily life. Get the latest weather updates.
Discover 10 adorable dog breeds perfectly suited for India's colder regions and winter months. Find your perfect furry companion for chilly climates!
PepsiCo's largest bottler, Varun Beverages, expands its African footprint with a major acquisition of South African brand Twizza. The deal aims to boost production and market reach.
IMD Patna issues orange alert for 26 Bihar districts as cold day conditions worsen. Gaya records lowest temp at 8°C. Dense fog disrupts travel; relief measures activated.
India's GDP growth moderated to 7.8% in the January-March quarter, bringing the full-year FY24 growth to a robust 8.2%. Key sectors show mixed performance as economists watch monsoon impact.
Rajasthan reels under cold conditions with Fatehpur hitting 5.4°C. Jaipur at 10.8°C. The IMD forecasts similar weather for the next 24 hours. Stay warm and check the latest updates.
Gurgaon shivered through its coldest night this season as temperatures dropped to 6.4°C. IMD issues a yellow alert for dense fog. Read about the cold day conditions and the forecast.
Mumbai woke up to its coldest morning this winter at 14.6°C, 3.4°C below normal. IMD attributes chill to clear skies & northerly winds. Cool spell to continue.
Planning your Christmas menu? Nutrition experts reveal which festive drinks like eggnog and mulled wine are metabolic burdens and which ones like wine are healthier. Make informed choices this season.
Nashik records season's coldest night at 7.4°C, with Niphad at 5.4°C. Grape farmers fear for crops as chill persists. IMD forecasts gradual rise in day temps. Read the full weather report.
Uttar Pradesh shivered as dense fog caused severe cold day conditions. Lucknow's max temp plunged to 15.5°C, Bahraich to 13.4°C. No relief expected for 2 days. Read the full weather update.
A severe cold wave tightens its grip on Uttar Pradesh, prompting a red alert in 50 districts. Deities are wrapped in wool, and authorities scramble to protect the vulnerable. Read about the crisis and official response.
The IMD has issued a dense fog alert for 16 Indian states and a cold wave warning for Uttarakhand and Madhya Pradesh. Stay updated on weather disruptions and safety advisories.
Sipping very hot tea or coffee above 65°C can raise oesophageal cancer risk. Learn the science, key studies, and simple safety tips to enjoy your brew safely.
A severe cold wave is set to intensify across Telangana, with Hyderabad and other districts expecting temperatures to plunge 2-3°C below normal. Get the latest IMD forecast and district-wise temperature details here.
Bhopal reels under a severe cold wave with night temperature 5°C below normal at 7.0°C. Kalyanpur recorded 4.3°C. No respite expected for days. Stay warm and updated.