No fall table feels complete without it. A classic pumpkin pie has a buttery crust filled with a smooth, spiced custard made from pumpkin puree, eggs, milk or cream, sugar, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. The trick is to blind-bake the crust first, so it stays crisp under the wet filling. Bake until the edges set…
Astrology insights are provided for each zodiac sign for the week of 19 to 25 October 2026. The themes focus on commitment, teamwork, and emotional review throughout the week. Each sign receives a practical focus, along with a lucky number and colour. Midweek, many signs may see shifts in their responsibilities and plans as new…
FMCG price hikes may follow after Diwali as costs climb The festive season may bring cheer to shoppers, but for FMCG companies, rising costs are turning out to be a bitter pill. With prices of key raw materials climbing, companies are struggling to protect their profit margins without making everyday products more expensive for consumers….
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Sanju Samson Former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar believes Sanju Samson’s ability to bounce back with a big innings after a few low scores could mean Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will have to wait for his chance in the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand.Nayar also explained how India’s team combination, particularly the need…
Sunny Deol danced from heart, Dharmendra rehearsed moves, recalls choreographer (Image Credits IMDb and Instagram) Choreographer Vijay Ganguly has shared contrasting memories of working with Sunny Deol and his father, the late Dharmendra, recalling how the two actors approached dance sequences differently. While Sunny wanted to dance spontaneously rather than follow set choreography for his…
Sudarsan Pattnaik’s unique Maa Durga installation at Puri Beach grabs attention Durga Puja celebrations often inspire artists to explore new ways of expressing their creativity. This year, sand artist and Padma Shri awardee Sudarsan Pattnaik has created a distinctive installation at Puri Beach in Odisha, using an unusual combination of materials to depict Maa Durga….
The First Quarter Moon inspires us to act on the commitments we’ve made since the last New Moon. With the Moon in Capricorn, our focus leans toward tangible outcomes rather than just feelings. It’s easy to overlook self-promises without external pressures. To stay accountable, treat these commitments like scheduled appointments and share them with a…
Oil companies change ethanol recipe The government is changing the way oil companies source ethanol for blending with petrol, with sugar-based raw materials being taken out of the latest procurement tender for 2026-27.State-run oil marketing companies (OMCs) will no longer buy ethanol made from sugarcane juice, sugar syrup and B-heavy molasses under the tender. The…
India’s Sanju Samson (PTI Photo) Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has questioned Sanju Samson’s continued omission from the ODI squad, pointing out that the Kerala wicketkeeper-batter has a strong record in the format but has not been considered even for the final two matches of the series against New Zealand.Chopra noted that India have several…
Drishyam 3 The Conclusion Day 17 box office collection (Image Credits IMDb) Ajay Devgn’s crime thriller Drishyam 3: The Conclusion continues its triumphant theatrical run on Day 17. Directed by Abhishek Pathak, the suspense drama has crossed Rs 343 crore net in India and pushed its worldwide earnings past Rs 528 crore. With steady weekend…
