Get Ahead readers Zelda Pande and Nandita Iyer present their favourite summer recipes.
Rather than shaming Indian women (and men) who don't want to drink, through peer pressure and barbs, let's consider respecting their, perhaps more sensible, choices instead, says Sankrant Sanu.
Some India states are likely to record a significantly higher number of heatwave days, according to the national weather body.
It is important to be wary of sunburn, dizziness, heatstroke, stomach issues and other heat-related illnesses, advises Dr Vidhe Sharma.
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Supporters will be offered free water and paper caps and fans to help them keep cool, officials said.
Heatwave conditions continued unabated as temperatures hovered in the range of 40 to 44 degrees Celsius over most parts of the country on Tuesday, April 18, with Hamirpur and Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh sizzling at 44.2 degrees Celsius.
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Shameem Akthar gives you five tips on food and health to help you keep cool this summer.
These recipes are very simple and can be easily made at home.
Sumit Bhosle sent us these pictures of fruits from his farm in Sawantwadi.
For all the livelong years it has been around, beer has been associated with leisure and relaxation. Of late, it has become more than just a beverage. Both amateurs and aficionados prefer an uncorked chilled beer to unwind on a sweltering hot day. As the temperature rises, the breweries gear up to capitalise on this growing trend.
Basil Zucchini Walnut Soup is good nourishment and will leave you feeling good about yourself.
In the summer, we tend to eat less and drink more. Avoid large portions of food, as they will be difficult to digest and may cause you to feel tired and lazy. Instead, have frequent and small portions of meals, which will keep them fresh and light, suggests Dr Shoaib Sangatti, emergency physician, Ruby Hall clinic, Wanowire.
More than 80 per cent of Indians live in districts vulnerable to climate risks. Among these, Assam, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Bihar are the most vulnerable states to extreme climate events.
Heatwave conditions have been prevailing in Odisha since April 15 and the Gangetic West Bengal since April 17, according to the MeT department.
Even as mega star Chiranjeevi is busy wooing voters under the scorching summer heat, his son Ramcharan Teja will be selling a fizzy cool drink to youngsters.
Lakhs of voters will have to bear the searing heat when they step out to exercise their franchise in the second phase of the Lok Sabha elections on Friday.
Focus on consuming fewer calories overall to create a calorie deficit, which is necessary for weight loss, advises rediffGURU Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan.
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To prevent dehydration, drink plenty of water, natural fruit juices, or vegetable juice every day, suggests Dr Divya Gopal.
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Kashmir is reeling from a heat wave after the valley earlier this week witnessed the second-hottest September day in recorded history, causing hardships to locals and tourists alike.
These tempting spring rolls can be made in advance and frozen.
International Tea Day is a good occasion to brew a special pot of chai.
As the heat wave continues to take its toll in India, we bring you some quick tips to win the battle and stay cool.
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A khatta-meetha amti with fresh coconut milk and undertones of garlic.
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The list of 'dos and don'ts' comes after the India meteorological department issued its first heat warning for 2023.
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Get inspired from B-town beauties and beat the heat in style this summer!
India is experiencing its worst heat wave in 122 years.
Ditch the classic milk-based thandai for this version spiked with vodka.
A great way to end an Indian meal, it's usually had during summer. But with mangoes still available in the market and raw mangoes usually available year round, you can give this refreshing drink a try.
Embrace balmy summer days with these refreshing drinks.
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