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Celeb-inspired festive suit styles for Rakhi 2025: From straight shirts to anarkalis, more

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Celeb-inspired festive suit styles for Rakhi 2025: From straight shirts to anarkalis, more

Rakhi celebrations: Stand out this Raksha Bandhan by sporting styles that range from classic to trendy. From short straight shirts to Anarkalis, these celeb-inspired looks will give you just the right ideas for what to wear this festive season. Take a look.

Uorfi Javed shares transformation reel after dissolving lip fillers, netizens call her ‘pretty’

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Uorfi Javed shares transformation reel after dissolving lip fillers, netizens call her ‘pretty’

Uorfi Javed shared a new Instagram reel in which she can be seen sporting a fresh new look after dissolving her lip fillers. She included a clip of her swollen face right after the procedure, followed by her current, radiant appearance. Fans praised her for embracing her natural beauty and called her “pretty.”

Jacqueline Fernandez gets back to pole dancing, calls it ‘pure strength and training’

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Jacqueline Fernandez gets back to pole dancing, calls it ‘pure strength and training’

Jacqueline Fernandez left fans in awe of her moves as she returned to pole dancing after a hiatus. The actress called it “pure strength and training.” It definitely didn’t seem like an easy feat, though she made it look fluid and graceful. Many of her peers left encouraging comments on her Instagram post.

Kiara Advani’s War 2 diet revealed, nutritionist says the actress ‘didn’t take any shortcuts’

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Kiara Advani’s War 2 diet revealed, nutritionist says the actress ‘didn’t take any shortcuts’

Kiara Advani’s nutritionist for War 2 revealed that the actress didn’t opt for any shortcuts to look sculpted for the bikini scenes. Instead, she chose a sustainable, holistic approach to lose weight. Read more about her daily diet and exercise routine that helped in her body transformation.

This Rakhi, swap your traditional suit for these celeb-inspired fusion outfits to stand out

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This Rakhi, swap your traditional suit for these celeb-inspired fusion outfits to stand out

Celebrate Rakhi with your siblings this year by dressing stylishly in fusion fits that are bound to make a statement. Here’s some celeb style inspiration that will help you find the right style…

Bipasha Basu shares glimpses of parenting joy, twins with daughter in pink suit

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Bipasha Basu shares glimpses of parenting joy, twins with daughter in pink suit

Bipasha Basu offered delightful glimpses of the time she and her husband, Karan Singh Grover, spent with their daughter in a new post on Instagram. Titled, “July 2025,” it featured Devi’s playtime with friends and family, outings with her parents, and more.

Pooja Batra rocks a black swimsuit as she enjoys waterfall in the monsoons

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Pooja Batra rocks a black swimsuit as she enjoys waterfall in the monsoons

At 48, Pooja Batra continues to rule hearts with her sense of style. The actress shared new pictures on Instagram in a black monokini that made fans tell her she is ageing in reverse and looking younger than ever before.

Best home remedies for cold and cough: Cure it quickly with the health benefits of honey and ginger

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Best home remedies for cold and cough: Cure it quickly with the health benefits of honey and ginger

When combined, ginger and honey offer multiple health benefits and help treat cold and cough more effectively. Their antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties aid in faster recovery from congestion, nasal blockages, and cough. Here’s how they may help you.

When Surbhi Chandna revealed she lost weight with the right diet and no gym

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When Surbhi Chandna revealed she lost weight with the right diet and no gym

When Surbhi Chandna lost weight for Naagin 5, it was more about staying physically active and eating right than indulging in intense workouts and extreme diets. To shed weight for the part, the actress eliminated junk food, ate healthy, and let the physically exhausting shoot do its job.

Want Aneet Padda’s bridal saree in Saiyaara? Here’s how much it costs…

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Want Aneet Padda’s bridal saree in Saiyaara? Here’s how much it costs…

Aneet Padda caught the audience's attention in Saiyaara for more reasons than one. The actress’s stunning outfits in the film are being loved by fans — especially the pink bridal saree she wore in the closing scene. Here’s the brand it was sourced from, and how much it costs.

Can sitting on the ground and chewing ginger help with a sudden heart attack?

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Can sitting on the ground and chewing ginger help with a sudden heart attack?

While Acharya Manish in a YouTube video by HIIMS shared that a person experiencing heart attack should be made to sit down and chew ginger, the claim has been addressed by a cardiologist. The doctor explained the benefits of consuming ginger along with how its effectiveness in an acute cardiac crisis is questionable.

Soha Ali Khan eats a clove of raw garlic every morning; shares its health benefits

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Soha Ali Khan eats a clove of raw garlic every morning; shares its health benefits

Soha Ali Khan revealed her new morning ritual, which involves eating a garlic clove every morning on an empty stomach. While the actress chews it raw, many suggested that she crush it and consume it with water, advice she duly took note of. Additionally, the actress listed the health benefits of consuming garlic, while cautioning that it may not be suitable for everyone.

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah fame Deepti Sadhwani drops 17 kg in 6 months; reveals her diet for weight loss

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Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah fame Deepti Sadhwani drops 17 kg in 6 months; reveals her diet for weight loss

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actress Deepti Sadhwani caught the internet’s attention last year after shedding 17 kg in just 6 months. The actress clarified that she didn’t resort to any quick fixes. Instead, her approach to diet and workouts was consistent and balanced, allowing her to sustain the fitness journey.

At India Couture Week, Celebs showcase stunning blouse designs with lehengas

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At India Couture Week, Celebs showcase stunning blouse designs with lehengas

Celebs walked the ramp at India Couture Week in some of the most gorgeous lehengas, adding a contemporary touch with their blouse designs. Be it Janhvi Kapoor or Tamannaah Bhatia, celebs charmed the audience in creations that will hugely inspire festive trends in the upcoming season.

Inside Ankita Lokhande’s daily health rituals: Ice cube facials, herbal elixirs & morning dance workouts

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Inside Ankita Lokhande’s daily health rituals: Ice cube facials, herbal elixirs & morning dance workouts

Ankita Lokhande, who has been part of several successful TV shows, offered fans a glimpse into the healthy rituals she has incorporated into her daily routine. These include drinking saffron water early in the morning, ice cube massages, drinking herbal water, dancing, and more.

Trending Emerald Necklace and Earring Designs To Elevate Your Saree Look

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Trending Emerald Necklace and Earring Designs To Elevate Your Saree Look

If you are looking for some emerald jewellery inspiration to elevate your saree look, then these celeb-inspired designs will come in handy. From dainty strings to impressive necklaces, these versatile styles can be worn according to your taste and preferences.

Exercise tips: Here’s how the viral ‘6-6-6 walking routine’ can help your fitness goals

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Exercise tips: Here’s how the viral ‘6-6-6 walking routine’ can help your fitness goals

Best exercises: A new ‘6-6-6 walking routine’ has taken over social media. It’s gaining attention for offering a simpler way of achieving fitness goals by incorporating a routine which involves 6 minutes of warm-up, 60 minutes of walking, and 6 minutes of cool down. Its variations are also being adopted.

Sara Ali Khan is grace personified as she turns showstopper in an opulent pastel lehenga 

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Sara Ali Khan is grace personified as she turns showstopper in an opulent pastel lehenga 

Sara Ali Khan turned heads at India Couture 2025 in a pastel lehenga that was elegant, eye-catching, and lavishly embellished. The actress looked breathtakingly beautiful in the creation by Aisha Rao, which featured a heavily embroidered lehenga with a modern blouse. Take a look.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s anti-inflammatory diet is easy to follow: Know all about the foods she consumes

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Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s anti-inflammatory diet is easy to follow: Know all about the foods she consumes

Samantha Ruth Prabhu has truly surprised fans with her dedication to a holistic lifestyle that includes a clean diet and workout routine. She recently opened up about her anti-inflammatory diet that includes plant-based, gut-healthy foods and healthy fats, adding she has no cheat days.

Bhumi Pednekar reveals overexertion led to ‘underlying conditions’: ‘Today, I workout 20% of what I used to…’

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Bhumi Pednekar reveals overexertion led to ‘underlying conditions’: ‘Today, I workout 20% of what I used to…’

Bhumi Pednekar revealed the impact of overexertion at the gym on her body. The actress shared she developed ‘underlying conditions’ due to its damaging effects. Now, her workout routine is only 20% of what she did earlier. It is also more balanced, with a mix of Pilates and strength training.

Bhumi Pednekar sets new trend for modern brides in glamorous lehenga with a cape

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Bhumi Pednekar sets new trend for modern brides in glamorous lehenga with a cape

Bhumi Pednekar charmed in a gorgeous lehenga set by none other than Ritu Kumar as she walked the runway at India Couture Week 2025. Her traditional fit was given a modern twist with a cape, a stunning style inspiration for modern brides

7 colour combinations to make you look rich and stylish

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7 colour combinations to make you look rich and stylish

While a well-turned-out look is often associated with designer labels, that’s not really the case. If you pick colour combinations that are understated yet striking, you’ll stand out just as much. Here’s an easy guide to pairing hues in a way that makes you look rich and classy…

Predict your heart attack risk with a simple coronary artery calcium scan

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Predict your heart attack risk with a simple coronary artery calcium scan

A Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) scan is gaining traction for its ability to assess heart attack risk more accurately. The quick, non-invasive test detects hidden plaque build-up in arteries, giving a calcium score that helps determine preventive measures.

7 simple ways to get rid of ice from your freezer without defrosting

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7 simple ways to get rid of ice from your freezer without defrosting

Easy freezer ice removal tips: To remove frost from your freezer that can cause your appliance to slow down, use these simple DIY hacks. They involve using hot towels, creating steam, scraping gently, using hairdryers, and more. While it may look like an uphill task, these easy ways will come in handy.

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