Pickled vegetables have been one of the most important parts of diets from many parts of the world, especially in East Asia. People love them not only for their sour flavour but also because they can be stored for a long period of time. However, over the last few decades, questions regarding the potential association between consumption of pickled vegetables and oesophageal cancer, actually,...
December 2025
Screen grab from video posted on X by @Osint613 Cambodian government spokesman Kim Chanpanha on Wednesday accused Thailand of destroying a Hindu statue in a disputed border area. Videos circulating on social media pages appear to show a back-hoe loader demolishing a statue of the Lord Vishnu.“We condemn the destruction of ancient temples and statues that are worshipped by Buddhist and Hindu...
A prime 2.5-acre land parcel in South Mumbai’s Mahalaxmi locality has drawn a record-breaking bid of ₹2,251 crore for a 99-year-long lease by the Railway Land Development Authority (RLDA). According to real estate experts, this was the highest price ever offered for a 2.6-acre plot in the Mumbai real estate market, which can be considered a trend-setting move.Mumbai real estate top deal: A prime...
CHENNAI: Union minister and BJP’s Tamil Nadu election in-charge Piyush Goyal on Tuesday met AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami in Chennai, signalling the start of structured alliance talks ahead of the 2026 assembly election.He was “delighted to meet his dear friend and brother EPS”, Goyal said in a joint press meet with EPS, adding that their discussions revolved around...
India’s top seven cities leased nearly 55.16 million sq ft (msf) in 2025, a 10% year-on-year increase from approximately 49.95 msf in 2024, despite headwinds such as IT sector layoffs and global tariff tensions, according to a report by ANAROCK.India’s top seven cities leased about 55.16 msf of office space in 2025, up 10% year-on-year, despite IT layoffs and global tariff headwinds, ANAROCK said....
Housing sales in India’s top 9 cities fell to 98,019 units in Q4 2025, registering a 16% YoY decline. This is the lowest quarterly sales recorded since Q3 2021, according to a report by real estate data analytics firm PropEquity.Housing sales in India’s top 9 cities fell to 98,019 units in Q4 2025, registering a 16% YoY decline. (Picture for representational purposes only) (Mehul R Thakkar/HT)Except...
NEW DELHI: Security personnel in Delhi reportedly prevented survivor of the 2017 Unnao rape case and her mother to protest on Wednesday. The two have been protesting against the Delhi high court’s decision to grant relief to former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in 2017 Unnao rape case.Delhi Headlines Today — The Biggest Updates You Need to Know.The victim’s mother said, “We did not get...
The Christian community nationwide will welcome the birth of the Saviour Jesus Christ, son of God, at midnight mass tonight. A canopy of green, red and white decorations along with a flourish of golden stars seem to shower heavenly blessing, finds Bella Jaisinghani.Holy Family Church, ChakalaThis church in Andheri East has been beautifully decorated in the colours of Christmas. Fr Dean Fernandes SJ...
For decades, owning a flat has been regarded as a cornerstone of financial security for India’s middle class, often marketed as a safe, long-term investment that would appreciate in value and support future generations. However, as home prices soar, maintenance costs rise, and ageing buildings raise questions about resale and redevelopment, a growing number of buyers are beginning to ask whether...
Bengaluru, the capital city of Karnataka, might be more famous as the ‘Silicon City of India’, but it also hides some incredible markets which are a mix of tradition, culture and of course bargains. Bengaluru’s markets are known for their fabrics and tech products. Whether you’re looking for Christmas markets or just searching for a great deal, these budget Boho bazaars, Bengaluru have them...