Author: Siddhbhoomi Team

भारतीय स्क्वॉश खिलाड़ियों ने शुक्रवार को एशियाई खेलों में शानदार प्रदर्शन करते हुए तीन पदक पक्के कर लिए। जोशना चिनप्पा और वेलावन सेंथिलकुमार ने मिश्रित युगल के सेमीफाइनल में जगह बनाई, जबकि अनाहत सिंह और अभय सिंह ने एकल स्पर्धाओं के अंतिम चार में प्रवेश किया। रिकॉर्ड सातवें एशियाई खेलों में हिस्सा ले रहीं 40 वर्षीय जोशना और पहली बार इन खेलों में भाग ले रहे सेंथिलकुमार ने क्वार्टर फाइनल में फिलीपींस के डेविड पेलिनो और जेमिका अरिबाडो की जोड़ी को 11-3, 11-5 से हराया। महिला एकल में जूनियर विश्व चैंपियन अनाहत सिंह ने क्वार्टर फाइनल में हमवतन तन्वी खन्ना…

योगी सरकार में कैबिनेट मंत्री जैसा बड़ा पद संभालने वाले सुहेलदेव राजभर समाज पार्टी के अध्यक्ष ओम प्रकाश राजभर भी अब मुख्यमंत्री बनने का ख्वाब देखने लगे हैं। यूपी की सत्ता योगी आदित्यनाथ संभाल रहे हैं और साल 2027 का यूपी चुनाव भी योगी के चेहरे पर ही लड़ा जाएगा। यह बात तो सभी जानते हैं। लेकिन इसके बावजूद योगी सरकार में कैबिनेट मंत्री ओम प्रकाश राजभर ने चुनाव से पहले ही मुख्यमंत्री बनाने का एक अलग राग छेड़ दिया है। अब चाहे इसके लिए भले ही यूपी जैसे बड़े राज्य के चार टुकड़े हो जाए। मुख्यमंत्री तो राजभर का…

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It’s no surprise that millions of people turn to surya namaskar for its wide-ranging benefits: from weight loss to strength, endurance, flexibility. The ancient practice is now seeing a resurgence. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Saurabh Bothra, co-founder of Habuild, shared the benefits of surya namaskar.​Also read | Yoga expert shares relaxing 10-minute bedtime yoga routine for better sleep and stress reliefBenefits of surya namaskarAccording to Saurabh, the simplicity is the beauty of surya namaskar. It’s a series of 12 poses that are executed in a flowing sequence with awareness to the breath. On the surface, it looks simple…

Swollen feet after a long day may seem like an after-effect of spending hours on your feet or standing during your commute. Your shoes appear tighter than usual. But what if the swelling becomes a regular occurrence? It could point to an underlying health issue, including a build-up of fluid in the body’s tissues. Cardiologist Dr Rahul R Gupta explained what causes this swelling and when you should get medical help. ALSO READ: Can you have a heart attack with normal cholesterol? Cardiologist shares 3 lesser-known triggersSpeaking of edema, he said, “It is a condition characterised by excess fluid building…

You’ve seen countless delivery partners zipping through traffic, but Puja’s story might actually make you stop and stare — because when Puja shows up in her red Zomato uniform, some still can’t believe it. In an interview with Hindustan Times, the Zomato delivery partner from Delhi opened up about the ‘wow’ reaction she gets from people almost daily. Also read | Gender Benders: A few of India’s first women achievers“People are usually surprised to see a woman delivery partner,” Puja said, adding, “They say, ‘Wow, a woman! Seeing you makes us proud.’” But for Puja, it was never about making…

अमेरिका दौरे के दौरान चीनी राष्ट्रपति शी जिनपिंग ने दोनों देशों के रिश्तों में जमी बर्फ को पिघलाने के लिए एक बड़ा कूटनीतिक दांव चला है। शी जिनपिंग ने अमेरिकी जनता के लिए ‘दोस्ती के दूत’ (Envoy of Friendship) के रूप में दो विशाल पांडा उपहार में देने का ऐलान किया। शी जिनपिंग ने घोषणा करते हुए कहा दो पांडा, पिंग पिंग और फुचुआन, जल्द ही अटलांटा चिड़ियाघर पहुंचेंगे और अमेरिकी जनता से रूबरू होंगे। यह विशाल पांडा चीनी और अमेरिकी लोगों के बीच दोस्ती और आपसी विश्वास के सच्चे दूत साबित होंगे। तनावपूर्ण रिश्तों के बीच चीन का यह…

Ishika Narang is a Multimedia Writer at the Hindustan Times, with over three years of experience in digital journalism, specialising in health, lifestyle, beauty, and consumer-focused reporting. Her primary coverage areas include evidence-based health journalism, preventive care, wellness trends, and affiliate-driven consumer guides tailored for digital audiences. She began her professional journey in digital media, where she developed expertise in multimedia storytelling and platform-optimised editorial strategies. Over the years, she has worked with reputed organisations such as Park+, Jagran, and Wavel.ai, steadily building credibility in health and consumer journalism. Her work reflects a strong progression in editorial responsibility, combining research-backed…

While traditional mud houses remain part of India’s rural architectural landscape, they are far less typical of contemporary metropolitan construction, where factors such as limited land, multi-story development, modern building requirements, and changing lifestyles influence material choices. Today, a home may need to function as a workspace during the day, a place to exercise in the evening and a space to relax or entertain guests later. How lifestyle changes are shaping the way Indians design their homes (Pinterest)Ishika Narang is a Multimedia Writer at the Hindustan Times, with over three years of experience in digital journalism, specialising in health, lifestyle,…

Your lungs work around the clock to supply oxygen to your body, helping every organ function properly. But smoking exposes them to thousands of harmful chemicals that can damage the airways, affect breathing, and increase the risk of serious conditions such as lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The best part is that your body begins to recover soon after you quit smoking. Coughing may gradually decrease, breathing may become easier, and the risk of further damage may begin to fall. However, recovery has its limits, particularly if smoking has already caused permanent damage. This World Lung Day,…