A new study reveals that evening caffeine consumption can impact sleep quality by reducing slow-wave activity, even if sleep duration appears normal. Researchers used EEG to analyse brain activity during sleep, finding that caffeine can shift the brain towards a more wakeful state, hindering restorative sleep.
'It is recommended to avoid screens for at least two hours before bedtime,' says Dr Manjusha Agarwal, senior consultant, internal medicine, at Mumbai's Gleneagles Hospital. 'Ideally, avoid taking your phone into the bedroom.'
As Mumbai grapples with rising temperatures and humidity, many slum dwellers are spending their nights on Versova beach to escape the unbearable heat in their poorly ventilated homes, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting a gradual rise in temperatures before a decline, and a yellow alert for isolated rainfall.
A man sleeping at a warehouse in Faridabad was allegedly shot dead by unknown assailants. Police are investigating the incident and examining CCTV footage to determine the motive.
A man in Kerala was killed by a wild elephant while sleeping near his house on the edge of a forest. Despite warnings, the man and two others were sleeping outside due to the summer heat when the tragic incident occurred.
Four members of a family were killed and one was critically injured after a speeding dumper truck ran over them while they were sleeping outside their house in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh.
In a shocking incident from Uttar Pradesh, a woman has been arrested for allegedly drugging her family and strangling her husband to death.
On World Sleep Day, Sailendra Raane, yoga expert and founder of Mahati Wellness, explains how yoga and small lifestyle fixes can help you lay the groundwork for a good night's sleep.
Sleep on the job and earn! These surprising careers have a prerequisite -- your ability to snooze while you work.
Barely 45.45 per cent of South Koreans achieve the recommended nightly rest, highlighting a growing wellness concern. Data from PlushCare places South Korea and several nations in the Middle East among seven nations where people consistently fall short of the expert-advised 8-9 hours of sleep each night, reflecting how modern routines are reshaping global rest patterns.
'I love you Adi and Bhai... I am here with my strengths and flaws....my ups and downs ... my wins and my losses ... only and only because of the both of you.' 'You both are the only reason I can tell stories today.'
Asmita Dey became India's first Commonwealth Games judo gold medallist in the women's 48kg category, dedicating her historic victory to her late father who supported her journey.
Bhagwanrao Dipke, father of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke, described Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation as Union Education Minister as 'a very good step' to soothe the growing anger among protesting students and their families across the nation.
An elderly man suffering from paralysis was shot dead in his home in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, while sleeping in the verandah. Police are investigating the incident.
Families don't really break apart in a single moment, they just quietly stop fitting under one roof, notes Binu Alex.
Aditi Sharma has filed a domestic violence complaint against her husband and in-laws, detailing allegations of physical and mental harassment, assault, verbal abuse, character defamation, and the misuse of her valuable stridhan.
India's judokas scripted history at the Commonwealth Games on Friday as Asmita Dey and Harsh Singh clinched the country's first-ever gold medals in the sport, while Yamini Mourya added a silver to cap the nation's best-ever judo campaign.
A woman in Gurugram allegedly hit a domestic worker with her Thar, took her to a hospital where she was declared dead, and then bizarrely returned the body to the accident spot in the society's parking area. Police are investigating the incident.
Andy Burnham has officially taken office as the new UK Prime Minister, pledging to make politics more about problem-solving and usher in a 'circuit breaker' moment for the country with significant political and economic changes.
Rediff Movies columnist Dinesh Raheja's second book of poems ... Unfulfilled Desires will release on August 14.
Doctors attribute the rise in male infertility to obesity, diabetes, smoking, chronic stress, inadequate sleep and sedentary lifestyles.
'Control your A, B, C and D.' 'A is A1C, keep your A1C below 7 per cent.' 'B is blood pressure, so keep your blood pressure at 130/ 80 or at least below 140/ 90.' 'C is cholesterol. The bad cholesterol is the LDL cholesterol, and it should be kept below 100, preferably below 70 or 50.' 'D is discipline like diet, exercise, sleep, no smoking, etc.' 'People with diabetes who follow A, B, C and D can live up to even 100 years of age without any complications.'
A 12-year-old girl tragically died and three other students were hospitalised after a venomous krait snake bit them while they were sleeping in their hostel room at a private school in Jharkhand's Lohardaga district. The incident occurred on Tuesday night, and authorities are investigating how the snake entered the premises.
From what goes on your plate to how long someone sits with a laptop on their lap, seemingly harmless habits can make a big difference, warns says Dr Aakil Khan, consultant and urologist at KIMS Hospitals, Thane.
Applying random products on your skin, just because they are trending, may damage or weaken your skin barrier, warns Dr Rupika Singh, dermatologist and founder of Akiya Aesthetics.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya felicitated para-powerlifter Jhandu Kumar with a Rs 10 lakh cash prize for his bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Gulveer Singh has made history by becoming the first Indian to win a Commonwealth Games medal in the men's 10,000m event, securing a silver on a rain-soaked track in Glasgow.
Auqib Nabi, a right-arm pacer from Jammu and Kashmir, has made history by becoming the first cricketer from the region to be named in India's Test squad, earning a call-up for the tour of Sri Lanka after a remarkable domestic season.
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) will operate as a 'pressure group' to address issues like public trust, unemployment, and institutional accountability, with founder Abhijeet Dipke declaring support for protesting students in Jharkhand and advocating for those involved in NEET paper leak agitations.
'Whatever is happening is wrong. Why is the government sleeping? This is wrong.'
Subedar Hokato Sema lost his leg in a mine blast on the Line of Control. Today he is a champion para shot-putter and among the most decorated para soldier-athletes.
The highly anticipated trailer for Nitesh Tiwari's epic Ramayana, featuring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash, has been postponed from its scheduled July 24 release.
Divya Nair remembers the work friendships that proved some of life's strongest bonds are built beyond the cubicle.
The chants fell silent and calm descended on Jantar Mantar on Sunday, a day after the 36-day agitation over irregularities in exams and the NEET paper leak ended with the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Two years after the devastating Mundakkai-Chooralmala landslides in Wayanad claimed 298 lives, survivors continue to grapple with profound grief and trauma. Despite government rehabilitation efforts providing new homes in Kalpetta, many families face lingering emotional scars and financial hardships, highlighting the long-term impact of the tragedy.
Protesters at Jantar Mantar are facing significant health challenges due to scorching heat, high humidity, and overcrowding, leading to widespread viral infections, dehydration, and injuries. Volunteer doctors are providing essential medical care amidst these difficult conditions.
As the sport's popularity spread across the world, it developed its own colourful language/expressions. From clever slang to bizarre nicknames, the game's changing culture has thrown up some rather unusual turn of phrase. Here are 8 of the strangest football terms ever used.
Burnout reduces pleasure, curiosity, and the ability to feel desire, even in healthy relationships.
A 28-year-old man has been arrested in Ahmedabad for allegedly murdering a youth in his sleep, suspecting him of killing his brother. The accused confessed to the crime, citing revenge as the motive.
Gujarat Titans bowler Ashok Sharma discusses his approach to managing the risks associated with bowling at high speeds in the IPL, emphasising the importance of sleep, diet, and a strict daily routine to prevent injuries.
