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Intermittent fasting matches traditional diets in weight loss benefits, study finds
London, June 19: Intermittent fasting may be just as effective as traditional calorie-restricted diets for helping people lose weight, according to a comprehensive new review published in The BMJ.
Fasting for 45 hours: US podcaster's 'tribute' to PM Modi before three-hour long interview
New Delhi, March 16: American podcaster and AI researcher Lex Fridman, whose interview with Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken social media by storm, on Saturday revealed that he himself undertook fasting for almost two days before recording the podcast, which he said was done for 'getting into right mindset'.
Podcaster Lex Fridman fasted 45 hrs for PM Modi interview; PM shares his experience of fasting
New Delhi, March 16: Lex Fridman, computer scientist and podcaster revealed that he fasted for 45 hours, consuming only water, in honour of his interview with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Ramzan 2025: A glimpse into the first day of holy month across India
New Delhi,, March 2: From Ayodhya to Assam, millions of Muslims across the country marked the commencement of the holy month of Ramzan on Sunday by observing their first Roza (fast) with devotion and prayer.
Hina Khan wishes 'Ramadan Mubarak' by sharing her beautiful journey from 'Sehri to iftaari'
Mumbai, March 2: Hina Khan successfully completed her first Roza of Ramadan 2025. She posted photos of her day from sehri to iftaari on social media.
Kashmiris engage in prayers, charities in holy month of Ramzan
Srinagar, March 2: The holy Muslim fasting month of Ramzan started in Jammu and Kashmir along with the rest of the country on Sunday as lakhs of devout Muslims woke up before dawn to eat a 'Sehri' meal after mosques, shrines, and drum beaters announced the beginning of the predawn meal.
Ramzan Mubarak: PM Modi extends warm wishes as holy month begins
New Delhi, March 2: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his best wishes to all citizens on Sunday on the occasion of Ramzan, the sacred month of fasting observed by Muslims worldwide.
Markets decked up as holy month of Ramzan begins today
Mumbai, March 2: The Masjid Bunder area market in Mumbai was decked up with huge stocks for Ramazan celebrations ahead of the festivals, including fruits, shawls, dates, fabrics, and dry fruits on Saturday.
Intermittent fasting unsafe for teenagers, may impair cell development: Study
New Delhi, Feb 14: While intermittent fasting is hugely popular for weight loss and other health conditions, an animal study on Friday claimed it may be unsafe for teenagers, as it may impair their cell development.
Nepal: Devotees embarking on arduous month-long Swosthani fasting start Pardes Yatra touring temples
Kathmandu, January 29: Nepali Hindu devotees undergoing the arduous fasting of 'Swosthani Brata' made their first stop-over pilgrimage commonly called "Pardes Yatra" at Pashupati on Wednesday.