Native to the Indian subcontinent, Turmeric has been widely used for medicinal purposes since ancient times. Turmeric is part of the ginger family and is a key ingredient in Indian, Southeast Asian, and Middle Eastern cooking. Apart from adding flavor to food the yellow-orange spice also has incredible health benefits. Curcumin, an active ingredient in turmeric has been shown to have a wide range of therapeutic effects heres a list of some:
The scorching sun and rising temperature can cause dehydration, heat colds, headaches, heatstroke, stomach infections and many other unpleasant conditions, here's a list of best foods to have in summer to prevent our bodies from summer ailments.
Given an opportunity, every student would like to study abroad without thinking too much about the long term consequences of making the choice. Sometimes the reasons for opting for overseas education are low scores in board exams or simply peer pressure. In some instances, the only reason a student opts for overseas education is to settle down in the destined country after the completion of the course. Then there are some instances where a student opts for a wrong course or overseas study destination simply because his/her IELTS language score is not good enough or he/she is just keen to study abroad irrespective of what the course is. Also, parents often tend to pressurise their children into making the choice in order to underscore their social status.
The internet is a great resource for teachers, as teachers, you find lesson plans, academic materials, suggestions, support and lots of information that can aid and assist your teaching. Below are websites for teachers you can harness for better and improved teaching:
Summer is here and so are vacations! Most parents are perplexed as this time of year troubles them with the thought of keeping children occupied all day - several days. Summer camps seem expensive and so are visits to amusement parks and other attractions cannot be often. So here are some ways we can keep the little powerhouses engaged in simple and economic ways during summers:
A history postgrad of Guwahati University, awarded a PhD in education by the Tilak Maharashtra University, Pune, Dr. N.K. Dutta is founder and principal of the CBSE-affiliated Miles Bronson Residential School, Guwahati (estb.1987) which has an enrolment of 615 students.
It is a universal truth that Engineering is one of the most common career choices. Almost every school student aspires to join IIT, Indias top engineering college, for a bright future. With IIT being the top ranked Engineering college in India, there is tough competition in the world of IIT JEE. Every aspirant wants to crack it in the first attempt which is not an impossible feat. It can be a moment of pride for the students and the parents at the same time.
Class 12 students will be appearing for their mathematics paper under the ongoing Central Board of Secondary Examination (CBSE) to be held on March 21. With the exam just round the corner, the students are busy doing the last minute preparations. While some students dread the subject there are others who use its scoring potential to boost their overall percentage. Even though they may have practised the problems several times, students are sometimes not confident enough. It is only through practice and time management that one can score high in mathematics at the board exams
The idea of school and college education is changing in India. Gone are the dayswhen university education entailed sitting in classrooms for the major part of the day. Distance learning has heralded unprecedented changes in India's higher education landscape.Today, you have e-learning and personalised learning techniques as the newest flavour of the education industry.
The favoured holiday destination of Europeans, particularly high-end french tourists, Morocco offers vibrant arab and berber culture, colourful souks, medieval medinas and sun-soaked beaches, writes Kalpana Parikh
With JEE Mains round the corner, students are gearing up once again for one of the most challenging examinations held in the country for entry to India's premier engineering colleges, the IITs. As the date is inching closer, students are going through turmoil as tension and anxiety have already started building up when all they need to do is be calm and patient. If you too are caught up in a similar predicament, it is essential that you avoid the last minute stress and anxiety and take appropriate steps to put your best foot forward in the JEE Examination. Here are a few tips to help you prepare well for JEE Mains:
With the Indian film industry having emerged as the largest in the world and the citizenry being offered the choice of over 748 television channels, professionally qualified film editors are much sought after.
My 15-year-old daughter has acne, which is getting worse by the day. She has been trying natural treatments such as sandal paste and a gram flour mix. Is it time to see a dermatologist? - Rashmi Guha, Bengaluru
The rise of double income nuclear families in urban India has coincided with the coming of age of Google and explosion of parenting websites, apps, and online forums and communities on social media. In the new millennium, its become normative for young parents, especially moms, to seek solutions for parenting problems online, rather than from their mothers - BHUMIKA K.
My ten-year-old son always sticks to his 12-year-old sister or plays at home. How do I encourage him to make new friends at birthday parties or play with children in the neighbourhood? I worry about his ability to form relationships as he likes to interact only with family members. - Raihanna Fathima, Chennai
Until recently, for most expectant mothers ‘pregnancy guidebooks were the only sources of reliable information on what to expect when you are expecting. Now with the internet and smartphone evolution, moms-to-be have a choice of myriad apps, Youtube channels and websites providing useful and interactive information and videos detailing the ups and downs of pregnancy. Indulekha S. presents a shortlist of the best.
Rising competition along with the aim to reach high, has prepared students to leave no stone unturned when it comes to getting into the best college. According to IOSR Journal of Research & Method in Education, the stakeholders in the education sector are not only required to nurture the students academically, but also nurture them holistically, in order to ensure that the students reach their goal. Students need to have a thorough understanding of the concepts and a formulated strategy, which is required to achieve high marks in competitive examinations. This is where coaching institutes play a vital role in a student's life. Many students enroll in a coaching institute at a very early age in order to expand the boundaries of their learning and prepare a strong foundation for their future. The responsibility of coaching institutes thus increases as they are required to ensure all-round development of the students.
We live in a joint family. My brother-in-law and his wife dont insist that their children brush their teeth at night or eat dinner at the table. My children feel I am fussing when I insist they do so, especially since their cousins are not compelled to follow suit. How do I deal with this situation tactfully? — Shilpa Sundar, Coimbatore
With Pre Boards on the horizon, we can witness the tension starting to creep in as students get all jittery about how to cope with its preparation. Boards are an important milestone and govern a students life long career and Pre Boards are an important precursor to this stepping stone to success. It is a mock drill before you face the real challenge. Hence, it is important that you give importance to the preparation for Pre Boards and give it your best shot.
Over the past decade, MBA has seen a significant growth in the education sector. More and more students are opting for a degree in MBA from any of the top colleges in the country like UPES with a dream of a bright career. Furthermore, the landscape of businesses is changing at a faster rate than ever. Be it an MNC or a start-up, all
With an increase in hate crimes being reported in the US and UK, against foreigners including Indians, parents with children studying abroad are worrying about the safety of their children on foreign campuses while others are opting for less xenophobic host nations - Nandini Reddy
For most parents, the prospect of their teenage children graduating from school (class XII) and entering college is both exciting and worrying. Exciting because a whole new world of adventure awaits them and worrying because the crucial decision of choosing a subject/stream undergrad specialisation and career choice has to be made. Though stream specialisation — arts, commerce and science — in India happens after class X, many students end up choosing a different path in college. That is why its important for parents and students to chalk out a comprehensive career plan in class IX.
Currently, 36 cultural and natural sites in India have been designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites. In the first of a four-article series, Srinidhi Raghavendra overviews some of the sites
Parents must make conscious efforts to help children break out of the teacher-led learning system by encouraging them to self-learn and study, says life skills trainer Jayalakshmi Vaidhyanathan.
For centuries, the Indian joint family system integrated the elderly into family and childcare duties. But during the past two-three decades with the rise of the 21st century nuclear family, the role of grandparents has steadily diminished. Nevertheless, its important to bear in mind that they can play an important role in instilling positive values, traditions and time-tested cultural mores in young children - Nandini Reddy, Cynthia John & Mini P.
For new age parents who have begun to discover food that is healthy, ethically produced, and minimally processed, here are good reasons for going vegan with some attractive vegan lunch box ideas - Bhumika K
A classroom is a microcosm of the universe, and a classroom is an excellent space to inculcate practices that can help students throughout their adult lives. As correctly pointed out by Henry Ford, Coming together is the beginning, keeping together is progress. Working together is success Students need to be made comfortable working in groups.
ParentsWorld invited parents of the Khaitan Public School, Ghaziabad, to share their insights on preparing children to deal with dangerous social media exposure and online games that could lead to self-harm and/or to the Blue Whale Challenge.
Contemporary United Arab Emirates (UAE) is one of the worlds fastest growing tourist destinations. It offers visitors sun, sand, sea, sports, unbeatable shopping, top-class hotels and restaurants, intriguing traditional culture, and a safe and welcoming environment
Christ University was founded in 1969. Back then, it was known as Christ College. Presently, it caters to more than 18,000 students from India and abroad. The university offers 46 undergraduate, 44 masters, 17 M.Phil and 21 Ph.D degree programmes. It also boasts a huge established alumni network. Christ University alumni have made their mark in various fields, including Music, Television and Film industry, Politics, Administration, Management, Law and Arts, among others.
Professor (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar, a Rhodes Scholar, is the founding Vice Chancellor of O.P. Jindal Global University, Sonipat, Haryana (NCR of Delhi) “The university .....Read More
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