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Currently, no jeweller in India officially sells synthetic jewellery, but import of both rough and polished synthetic diamonds are increasing significantly.

Diamonds that trick

All that glitters may not necessarily be a diamond. Especially if it's not certified, as we learn about the rampant...

25 Jun 2019 12:55 AM IST

An aerator, is a small plastic device with multiple holes, which replaces the filter inside the tap that stops the dirt.

Mumbai's water crusader

In a cost-effective solution for saving water, homemaker Alpa Gala is making people aware of aerators that she installs...

25 Jun 2019 12:42 AM IST

The court voted last August to legalise gay marriage and said later the ruling would take effect in May 2020, making Costa Rica the first country in socially conservative Central America to recognise that right. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Costa Ricans rejoice gay marriage ruling in pride parade

Thousands in Costa Rica celebrate in first pride march since gay marriage ruling.

24 Jun 2019 8:00 PM IST

The Apple Watch is now helping users across US, Europe and Kong Kong take an electrocardiogram (ECG) right from their wrists. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

US Doctor saves man's life using Apple Watch 4

The Apple Watch Series 4 can detect irregularities in heartbeats and records the information.

24 Jun 2019 6:36 PM IST

Reading some articles online and talking to other women who have solo travelled can imbibe you with confidence. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Why every woman must solo travel

Solo travelling should be on everyone's bucket list and more and more women are doing it of late.

24 Jun 2019 4:50 PM IST

Gardening gives a sense of responsibility of nurturing plants and makes one feel connected to nature. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Gardening: Your therapy to combat depression

Here are reasons why you should opt for gardening when in depression.

24 Jun 2019 3:23 PM IST

There is the fact that becoming a mother naturally results in changes to the appearance of the breasts, particularly in terms of their size. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Motherhood can make women body positive

Study shows motherhood makes women more comfortable with the shape and size bodies.

24 Jun 2019 3:12 PM IST

Warm, moist environments are a breeding ground for germs. Using a loofah practically provides the bacteria for a place to multiply and easy access to your skin. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Beware: Loofahs can be breeding grounds for germs

Your loofah could be more dangerous than you think, read more to find out why.

24 Jun 2019 1:26 PM IST

When Felix was brought into the emergency room, he had lost his vision and he had pneumonia due to his lungs being filled with water. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Cat gets stuck in washing machine for full cycle, survives

Stefani Carroll-Kirchoff unknowingly turned the washing machine on for a cycle without realising one of her cats were...

24 Jun 2019 12:01 PM IST

Parents who have trouble accepting the news may worry that their child might face a more difficult life, one that includes bullying or harassment. (Photo: Representational/AP)

Parents find it hard to deal with their child's sexual orientation

Parents struggle for years adjusting to their child's sexual orientation.

24 Jun 2019 11:03 AM IST

Designers have gone a step ahead in increasing the wearability of these headbands by giving them a fashionable facelift, like Victoria Percivals pearl-studded headband which was worn by Hanne. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Headband makes fashion statement this season

Padded headbands are the latest summer trend you need to follow.

24 Jun 2019 10:47 AM IST

The challenge before the centre is to protect a toothless and blind 70-year-old female elephant named Suji. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Elephants beat the heat with watermelon and cucumbers

Elephants keep cool with watermelon, cucumber at Mathura centre.

24 Jun 2019 10:31 AM IST