According to the Indian Heart Association (IHA) and Indian Stroke Association (ISA), CHOLESTEROL is a common problem among South Asians due to the genetic factor, a general lack of physical activity and suboptimal dietary habits. Currently, a large number of people in India aged between 30 and 55 years have high cholesterol levels, which places…
Rahul Gandhi and Congress
The Indian National Congress (INC), which was once a dominant political force in India, has faced a steady decline over the past three decades. With repeated electoral setbacks and an internal leadership crisis, the party is now standing at a crossroads. At the centre of this revival attempt is Rahul Gandhi a figure regularly criticised…
EVs- Auto Industry
Today, a news item in the press reports that the government is working towards achieving 30% of vehicles being converted to Electric Vehicles (EVs) by 2030. It is a good sign for pollution control and improving carbon footprints. But is the Auto Industry equipped to do so, and how are EVs going to change the…
IPL 2025-Dream Team
In today’s weekend blog, I am writing about cricket, specifically the IPL. A few weeks ago, the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 concluded, and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) became the champions for the first time in 18 years. This was their fourth appearance in the final. Judging by the performances of the players from various…
Breathing Problems- Nasal Sprays
MILESTONE ACHIEVED – 100th BLOG OF THE YEAR 2025 NASAL SPRAYS can offer relief for certain breathing problems, particularly those related to nasal congestion from old allergies or sinus issues, by reducing swelling and clearing airways. Saline sprays are generally safe for regular use, while decongestant nasal sprays, such as those containing oxymetazoline, provide…
Reduplicative
In the English language, REDUPLICATIVE is a word or expression formed by repeating part (or all) of a word, usually the beginning-and sometimes changing the vowel sound in the process. It’s often used to serve a grammatical or expressive function. Here are some reduplicative words with their meanings: 1 Helter-skelter— Chaotic or disorderly. 2 Wishy-washy—…
Young and Cardiac Problems
Friends, for the last few years, you might have heard about many YOUNG people dying due to Sudden Cardiac (Heart) Attacks. Heart conditions that are not diagnosed, such as genetic heart disease, can cause sudden death in young adults. A heart condition that is not identified may cause a young person to die during physical…
Maharashtra- New Draft Rules for Co-op Housing Societies
Recently, The Maharashtra government released a draft on new rules for cooperative housing societies, proposing several key reforms. These include reducing the interest on members’ dues, easing redevelopment financing, modernizing meeting protocols, and empowering heirs/nominees. The draft rules are presently open for public consultations and citizens to provide feedback . Here are key proposals Reduced…
Raj Kapoor and Mohd. Rafi
In today’s weekend blog, I am writing about Bollywood music. December 2024 marks the birth centenary of two of Hindi cinema’s finest legends, Raj Kapoor (born 14th December 1924), and Mohd Rafi (born 24th December 1924). We are so used to Mukesh being ‘Raj Kapoor’s voice’. Indeed, he has sung almost 90% of the songs picturised…
Some Interesting News Items
In today’s blog, I am writing about a few general news items that caught my attention and thought I would share with you. 1 Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari yesterday announced about FASTag annual pass. This pass will be only for private vehicles, and is set to be implemented from 15th August. This scheme will reduce…