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Home decor tips: Reinterpret stripes, checks, and temple motifs to uplift your living space

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Home decor tips: Reinterpret stripes, checks, and temple motifs to uplift your living space

Colour patterns help in creating spaces that are layered and personal. Include stripes, checks, and temple motifs in your living space to set the tone for changing seasons with a unique blend of tradition and modern design ethos

Five kinds of blooms to grow in autumn for a beautiful winter garden

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Five kinds of blooms to grow in autumn for a beautiful winter garden

Whether you prefer the bright cheer of marigolds, the fragrance of lavender, or the bold spires of snapdragons, Indian winter gardens can be anything but bare. With thoughtful planting in the autumn months, your balconies, terraces, and courtyards can transform into a vibrant paradise that stays alive even in the chilliest months

Decoding the degustation menu: what it means and how can you make the most of it?

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Decoding the degustation menu: what it means and how can you make the most of it?

A degustation menu is much more than a sequence of plates. It is an unfolding story and a culinary dialogue between chef and guest, rooted in creativity, seasonality, and artistry. For anyone looking to truly experience the heart of fine dining, it is an invitation to taste not just food, but a philosophy.

Festive fashion tips: Style your festive sarees with these unique drapes and accessories for a statement look

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Festive fashion tips: Style your festive sarees with these unique drapes and accessories for a statement look

For today’s fashion-conscious generation, the sari is back in vogue for its high adaptability across age groups, occasions, and even cultures. The versatility is precisely why the sari continues to reign as the most sought-after choice among Indian women.

Ear pain relief: A simple guide to managing ear pain at home

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Ear pain relief: A simple guide to managing ear pain at home

Ear health is about balance and knowing when to use simple remedies at home, and when to let professionals step in. With mindful habits and a little care, most minor ear troubles can be managed safely and effectively

Shining steps: How metallics are defining women’s shoe trends this year

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Shining steps: How metallics are defining women’s shoe trends this year

For women today, footwear reflects confidence, individuality, and the desire to stand out without shouting. Metallic shoes double as accessories, cutting down the need for extra sparkle. One good pair can carry you from work to brunch to a wedding reception.

Kitchen tips: Stock your kitchen pantry with gourmet essentials to create DIY treats

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Kitchen tips: Stock your kitchen pantry with gourmet essentials to create DIY treats

With the right mix of ingredients and essential dips, sauces, breads and jams, your kitchen won’t just feed you; it will inspire you. Here’s what you need to add to your list for an impressive pantry

AI, aesthetics, and anxiety: How technology is reshaping our mental health and social media patterns?

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AI, aesthetics, and anxiety: How technology is reshaping our mental health and social media patterns?

As AI continues to evolve, the challenge will be balancing innovation with humanity. Gen Z has the tools and awareness to lead that shift but the question remains -- will our digital ecosystems catch up with their need for authenticity, or will the cycle of aesthetic overload continue to spin unchecked?

Shelf love: 5 smart time-saving storage hacks for Indian kitchens

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Shelf love: 5 smart time-saving storage hacks for Indian kitchens

Open kitchen shelving makes Indian kitchens more efficient and enjoyable. From organizing essentials into zones to adding stylish baskets, hooks, and dividers, these small tweaks save time and energy while elevating the look of your space.

4 eco-friendly tips and tricks to keep mosquitoes and flies away

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4 eco-friendly tips and tricks to keep mosquitoes and flies away

With just a little effort and eco-friendly solutions, you can enjoy the rainy season without the constant buzz of insects. With these simple tips and tricks, you can keep your home and office mosquito-free without harming the environment.

Makeup Tips: Pro tips to keep your makeup fresh in hot and humid weather

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Makeup Tips: Pro tips to keep your makeup fresh in hot and humid weather

Make-up when applied correctly can make you shine and get through swiftly at long pool parties, garden weddings, and late-night dinners without worrying about a meltdown. For a makeup routine that survives the heat and still looks chic, think of your kit as your summer survival set.

Subtle signs of academic burnout students shouldn’t ignore

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Subtle signs of academic burnout students shouldn’t ignore

For students and exam aspirants, exhaustion doesn’t signal the end of motivation; instead, it can be an opportunity to slow down, reassess, and adopt healthier practices that support both academic success and personal well-being.

Home Lighting Trends 2025: Install lighting inspired by nature and layered illumination to create a positive setting in your living space

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Home Lighting Trends 2025: Install lighting inspired by nature and layered illumination to create a positive setting in your living space

For interior enthusiasts, lighting goes beyond design and it often becomes the unseen hand that shapes how a home feels, how people connect, and how memories are created. With the right pieces and thoughtful placement, light doesn’t just illuminate a space, it transforms it

Autumn fashion tips: Pumpkin orange is the unexpected, bold Autumn 2025 hue trending this fall

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Autumn fashion tips: Pumpkin orange is the unexpected, bold Autumn 2025 hue trending this fall

Autumn has always been a time when earth tones like browns, beiges, olives, and muted greys reign supreme. But pumpkin orange is different and it bursts through the neutral landscape with a zest that’s unmistakably seasonal yet remarkably chic.

Kate Middleton’s new hair colour transformation is inspiring a strong fall trend

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Kate Middleton’s new hair colour transformation is inspiring a strong fall trend

Blonde hair reflects more light, making it the perfect canvas for styling with dark autumn shades. Loose, glossy waves amplify its dimension, while sleek, straight looks emphasise shine and smoothness.

Elevate modern home style with elegant silver décor pieces

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Elevate modern home style with elegant silver décor pieces

What makes silver perfect for modern homes is its timeless versatility -- it bridges past and present, tradition and trend. This season, contemporary silver diyas, candle stands, and centrepieces are adding festive elegance while being eco-conscious alternatives to disposable décor.

5 travel essentials every woman needs for a fresh, radiant look

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5 travel essentials every woman needs for a fresh, radiant look

Travel doesn’t mean you have to compromise on looking your best. With the right mix of skincare, multipurpose makeup, and a few clever hacks, you can go from jet-lagged to picture-perfect in minutes.

Home decor tips: How the right light placement shapes mood, comfort, and productivity

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Home decor tips: How the right light placement shapes mood, comfort, and productivity

When it comes to designing a home, most people fuss over furniture, colours, and décor but often overlook one of the most transformative elements — lighting. How you place and layer lights can completely change the way a room feels and functions.

Looking for a soundtrack to relieve stress? Consider music therapy

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Looking for a soundtrack to relieve stress? Consider music therapy

Music therapy proves that mental wellness doesn’t always need to be complex. Sometimes, the simplest solution is as close as your next playlist and a reminder that harmony isn’t just heard but it can also be healing.

Fusion with global flavours on the rise among home cooks and Gen Z diners

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Fusion with global flavours on the rise among home cooks and Gen Z diners

For experimental home cooks and chefs, fusion cuisine strikes a delicate balance as rooted yet adventurous, nostalgic yet forward-looking. It’s not just about combining flavors but about crafting experiences that can boggle your mind with few tweaks.

Ikat fashion trends: Smart style tips to wear the classic Ikat designs

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Ikat fashion trends: Smart style tips to wear the classic Ikat designs

It’s breathable, versatile, and sustainable -- making it a smart alternative to fast fashion while still delivering effortless style. Ikat feels cool today because it merges age-old craftsmanship with easy, wearable silhouettes that fit modern lifestyles.

Festive food guide: 7 smart eating hacks for a healthy festive season

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Festive food guide: 7 smart eating hacks for a healthy festive season

Festivals are about joy and guilt-free eating sprees. With a little mindfulness and by choosing fresh, balancing indulgence, and staying hydrated you can relish every celebration while keeping your energy high and your health intact.

PMS relief diet tips: Best foods and drinks to ease PMS symptoms naturally

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PMS relief diet tips: Best foods and drinks to ease PMS symptoms naturally

PMS may be unavoidable but there’s no need to suffer with the mood and hormonal changes. With a plate full of fibre-rich fruits, hydrating juices, nourishing smoothies, and soothing herbal teas, your body finds balance. Add in a little movement, mindfulness, and self-care, and you will no longer feel low.

Vegan, ethical and festive, occasion wear gets a sustainable touch this season

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Vegan, ethical and festive, occasion wear gets a sustainable touch this season

Sustainable occasion wear is no longer a side conversation, but an important trend that’s catching up with to celebrate guilt-free festivities. In 2025, the true luxury lies not in how heavy your outfit is but in how thoughtfully it was made.

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