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If you have turned into a zombie controlled by the programs churned out by media houses, this is for you. If you are wondering who are those powerful women who have the power to control your lifestyle and relations you can refer to the list of Most Influential South Asian Women Executives in the Media and Entertainment . Korn/Ferry International has released the list of the ‘Most Influential South Asian Women Executives in the Media and Entertainment’. The list features several outstanding... Read Full Story

The ovarian cancer survival rate is pretty dismal because the disease is usually diagnosed at an advanced stage, when it has spread beyond the ovaries. Most women diagnosed with ovarian cancer live beyond five years. However, if ovarian cancer is diagnosed at the earliest stage of the disease, also known as the stage IA, a woman can survive beyond 5 years. In a recent study, researchers have found that diet plays an important role in increasing a woman's chance of surviving ovarian cancer. If... Read Full Story

Sandalwood tree is noted for its aromatic wood. The sandalwood trees are one of the most expensive trees in the world. The aromatic woods are blessed with immense medicinal properties. They are believed to contain divine power. Sandalwood fragranced incense and sandalwood paste are essential ingredients in Hindu and Buddhist religious ceremonies. For medicinal purposes, sandalwood is used in the form of oil, powder or wood paste. Sandalwood essential oil is used in aromatherapy for treating... Read Full Story

To stay healthy we need a balanced diet. Many health experts fear that even the best balanced diet could not offer all the essential nutrients in the right doses. Nutritional supplements come in to bridge the nutritional gap in our daily diet. Dietary supplements are products comprised of ingredients such as vitamins, minerals or natural biological substances that supplement the diet. Dietary supplements are available in various forms. You would find nutritional supplements in the form of... Read Full Story

Arts of India Madhya Pradesh- the land of tribal artists The Wonder of Nirmal Paintings Painting on Palm Leaves Contemporary artworks - Women on canvas Madhubani Paintings - The art of women painters Colors of Passion - Women in Raja Ravi Varma's paintings Read Full Story

Wood carvings of Assam Assam in northeastern India is a state with rich cultural heritage. It has an opulent treasure of art and handicraft that is thousands of years old. The woodcrafts of Assam are a folk tradition of this state that was enriched by the Ahom kings since the 14 th century AD. The intricately designed woodcarving adorned the doors, walls, beams and ceilings of the royal palaces, Vaishnavite monasteries and temple of the goddess Kamakhya . The Khanikars are the people of this... Read Full Story

Dokra or Dhokra is a tribal craft of India. The Dokra artisans originally belonged to a nomadic group of people scattered across Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Orissa and West Bengal. Over centuries, these tribal artists settled down in these three Indian states, making them the centers of Dokra handicraft of India. Dokra is a form of metal casting that is technically known as cire perdue or the lost wax process. In this process, first a cast of the metal product is made with wax on fine... Read Full Story

The history of Paithani sari weaving is over 2000 years old. We find mention of the Paithani fabrics in the Rig Veda and in the ancient Greek texts. These majestic silk saris are noted for their richly ornate zari or gold pallav and border. The best weavers of Maharashtra are employed in the weaving of these gorgeous saris. The simplest Paithani sari takes about a month to be completed, whereas the saris with elaborate brocade designs could take over 6 months to be completed. Individual... Read Full Story

Kashmir is home to the finest quality of walnut wood in the world. It is the only state in India where walnut grows. The texture and quality of the walnut wood differs even on the same plant. The wood acquired from the root of walnut tree is almost black in color and is the most expensive part of the tree. The trunk of the walnut tree is lighter in color and the branches have the lightest color that appears nearly blonde. Walnut wood is carved to create beautiful furniture and showpieces... Read Full Story