Lifestyle

Kerala’s distinctive cuisine, built around ancient spice routes and regional diversity, has been recognised among the world’s best travel experiences for 2026 by Lonely Planet. The state’s culinary traditions combine centuries of Arab, Portuguese, and local influences, reflecting its coastal geography and cultural mix. This global honour is expected to boost food tourism and reaffirm Kerala’s status as a must-visit destination for authentic culinary experiences.

Artificial intelligence-driven modelling has forecasted what heavy smartphone addiction might physically do to our bodies by 2050: tech-neck posture, hunchback, swollen ankles, thinning hair and varicose veins are among the startling predictions. The model, based on lifestyle, health data and screen-time trends, underscores how digital device overuse can translate into long-term structural and metabolic changes — far beyond just sore eyes or bad posture.

A fresh graduate landing a ₹3.5 lakh per annum TCS “Ninja” offer has gone viral, with netizens questioning how such rare packages fit within India’s struggling IT hiring ecosystem. Experts say these exceptions highlight both extreme competition and widening wage disparity between entry-level coders and elite campus recruits, revealing an uneven tech employment recovery.

Got too many Diwali sweets? Mixologists are turning leftover laddoos and barfis into creative festive cocktails. From rum-laced rasgulla shakes to rose-gulab martinis, these fusion experiments are trending across Indian bars and homes. Experts say it’s the perfect way to reduce food waste while celebrating with playful innovation.