Pallavi Mehra

2 weeks ago | financialexpress.com | Pallavi Mehra

India has seen a recent surge in COVID-19 cases, with 358 new infections reported in the last 24 hours, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. As of Monday morning, the total number of active COVID-19 cases stands at 6,491, while 6,861 patients have recovered so far. With cases crossing the 6,000 mark again, many people are wondering what symptoms to watch out for, whether booster shots are needed, and if a new pandemic wave is on the horizon.

2 weeks ago | financialexpress.com | Pallavi Mehra

In recent years, probiotics have become one of the most talked-about health trends—often found in capsules, powders, or even gummies claiming to “boost gut health” and “improve immunity.” But do you really need probiotic supplements? Or can you get the same benefits from your daily diet? To get clarity on this, we got in touch with Dr. Karuna Chaturvedi, Head – Clinical Nutrition at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Noida, and she says that the answer depends on your health condition.

2 weeks ago | financialexpress.com | Pallavi Mehra

According to the latest update from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, India recorded 358 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours. The total number of active cases stands at 6,491 as of 8 am Monday, while the recovery cases stand at 6861. Although the cases are on the rise, health experts have said that the recovery numbers don’t tell the full story. They have noted that Covid’s toll is not just physical, but mental as well.

2 weeks ago | gqindia.com | Pallavi Mehra

Only a few years ago, there were essentially no Michelin-starred Indian cuisine restaurants. Though more recently, that has changed, and we are all for it. From upscale restaurants serving regional delicacies to intimate eateries offering multi-course degustation menus, these restaurants are pushing the envelope, putting Indian cuisine on the world map. Make sure you get a reservation well in advance, as you don’t want to miss any of these 5 eateries on your next trip abroad.

3 weeks ago | financialexpress.com | Pallavi Mehra

Every year, over 28,000 people in India are diagnosed with brain tumours, according to the Indian Journal of Neurology (2025). While some brain tumours are cancerous, many are benign (non-cancerous)—but both can cause serious health problems if not detected early. Doctors are of the view that the rise in brain tumour cases may be linked to factors like genetics, exposure to radiation, unhealthy lifestyle habits, and in rare cases, certain viral infections.