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9 healthy, guilt-free snacks for chai time

  Some snacks are just here for vibes. Others? They're dragging your metabolism through the mud and leaving your energy levels on “meh.” You’re sipping your evening chai — innocent, pure, aromatic — and bam, out comes a biscuit avalanche, a mountain of bhujia, and emotional damage in the form of pakoras. L et’s  upgrade your tea break  without killing the vibe. These  healthy chai snack alternatives  bring the flavour, the crunch, the satisfaction — minus the oil spill and post-snack guilt spiral. They’re smart, snappy, and just bougie enough to make you feel like someone who owns matching glass jars. 9 healthy snacks that pair perfectly with your chai including roasted chana, fruit chaat, and more Sprout salad 9 healthy, guilt-free snacks for chai time Sprouted moong with onions, tomato, lemon, and zero nonsense. It's the “I meal prep and meditate” of snacks. Full of  fiber, antioxidants , and enough crunch to feel sinful — except it’s pure virtue. Pack it...

Foods that have maximum amount of cancer-causing acrylamide

  Acrylamide might sound unfamiliar, but it is found in many common foods. It forms when starchy items are cooked at high temperatures, like during frying, baking or roasting. While its link to cancer is still being studied, health experts advise being careful and lowering regular exposure. A few small changes in how you cook can help reduce the amount in your meals without losing out on flavour. Here are some foods that usually form more acrylamide and how to enjoy them in safer ways. Foods That Have the Maximum Amount of Cancer-Causing Acrylamide Introduction In recent years, growing awareness about food safety and health risks has led many to question what goes into their meals. One compound that has sparked global concern is acrylamide , a potentially cancer-causing chemical formed during high-temperature cooking. Despite being present in many popular foods, most people are unaware of its risks. This article will dive deep into what acrylamide is, how it forms, and highligh...

Expect scattered showers and ‘satisfactory’ air

  Expect scattered showers and ‘satisfactory’ air New Delhi: Delhi experienced patchy rainfall on Monday, with some areas receiving a short spell of intense rainfall in the evening. India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted scattered light showers throughout the week. According to IMD officials, no colour-coded alerts have been issued until July 20, with only very light to light rain expected during this period, as the monsoon is not anticipated to be particularly active over Delhi-NCR. Between 8.30 am and 5.30 pm on Monday, Safdarjung, which is the city's base station, and Palam registered 'trace' rainfall, while Rajghat received 0.1mm and Mayur Vihar 1mm, with overcast skies prevailing throughout the day. However, after 5.30 pm, some areas recorded a brief but intense spell of rain. "Intense rain activity is unlikely for the next few days. However, there is a possibility of very light to light showers along with strong winds," said an official. Delhi a...

TCS Rolls Out 100% Variable Pay In Q1 To Over 70% Of Employees; Details

  TCS Variable Payout TCS Variable Pay 2025:  Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services company, has announced 100% variable pay for more than 70% of its employees for the April–June quarter, the Economic Times reported. For the remaining staff, payouts will be determined based on the performance of their respective business units. “All employees up to C2 grade (or equivalent grades) covered under the QVA plan will receive 100% of the Quarterly Variable Allowance (QVA). The individual payout for the C3 grade and above may vary, depending on business performance,” chief human resources officer Milind Lakkad stated in an internal email, as reviewed by ET. TCS follows a structured grade hierarchy beginning with trainees at the Y level, moving up to systems engineer at C1, and then ascending through C2, C3 (A & B), C4, C5, and finally senior management levels. Those in the C3 and above bands are typically considered senior employees. Despite timely quarterly...

Dheeraj Kumar death: Know causes, symptoms & risks of acute pneumonia

  Dheeraj Kumar death: Know causes, symptoms & risks of acute pneumonia Veteran actor and television producer Dheeraj Kumar passed away on Tuesday aged 79. He was reportedly battling acute pneumonia and had been hospitalised at Mumbai’s Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital. According to reports, he was admitted earlier this week following severe breathing issues and had been placed on ventilator support in the ICU. Kumar started his career in the entertainment industry in 1965, leaving a lasting imprint on both film and television platforms. Between 1970 and 1984, he appeared in 21 Punjabi films before founding Creative Eye, a production house celebrated for its spiritual and mythological shows like Om Namah Shivay. He also featured in several acclaimed Hindi films, including Swami, Heera Panna, and Raaton Ka Raja. What is acute pneumonia Pneumonia is a lung infection caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. It leads to the lung tissue being damaged and filled with fluid or pus. A...

India's trade deficit narrows to $18.78 billion in June

  India's trade deficit narrows to $18.78 billion in June India’s trade deficit for June 2025 narrowed to $18.78 billion, compared to $21.88 billion in May, government data showed Tuesday. Economists had expected the June trade deficit to be at $22.24 billion, according to a Reuters poll, compared to $21.88 billion in the previous month. As per the data provided by the Commerce and Trade Ministry, India's exports growth remained flat at $35.14 billion in June as against $35.16 billion same month last year. While India's imports declined by 3.71% to $53.92 billion in June as against $56 billion a year ago. Meanwhile, the trade in services showed an estimated surplus of $15.62 billion in June, with services exports at $32.84 billion and imports at $17.58 billion, data showed. The data comes amid ongoing trade talks with the US and other global partners. Despite Trump’s tariff threats, India’s exports to the U.S. in April–May rose to $17.25 billion from $14.17 billion last yea...

Elon Musk's Tesla opens first showroom in India: Here's how much the Model Y will cost you…

  File photo of Tesla's Model Y cars at the Tesla Gigafactory in Germany. The cars are expected to be priced higher in India compared to the US, China and Germany due to high import tariffs. Tech billionaire Elon Musk's electric vehicle major Tesla is opening its first showroom in India today on July 15, in Mumbai's posh Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) locality, inside Maker Maxity Mall. As of now, Tesla is speculated to sell its Model Y SUVs in India, with plans of expanding more with other models as the sales increase. The first cars are expected to be delivered from August 1. Here's all you need to know about the vehicle on offer… Which Tesla cars will be sold in India? At present, Tesla will sell only one model in India — the Tesla Model Y. The company has already shipped six units of the Model Y SUV from its Shanghai plant to Mumbai, which will be used for display and demonstration purposes, according to a report by Carwale. Tesla to sell Model Y in India According to a...