​In a recent podcast episode hosted by his sister, Soha Ali Khan, actor Saif Ali Khan discussed what makes a relationship work over time. Reflecting on his marriage with Kareena Kapoor Khan, he acknowledged feeling fortunate to be in a stable partnership today. “I am very lucky that my wife and I have been on the same page,” he said, while also admitting that things had not always been this way for him. “Relationship-wise, I have not always been lucky or settled or super happy, but I am today for various reasons, my maturity, as well as the kindness and understanding of my partner.”. Speaking about emotional needs in relationships, Saif reflected on how personal history and upbringing can shape expectations from a partner. “I can be emotionally needy, but it depends… because of the conditioning and the relationship we had with our parents. In a relationship, sometimes your partner helps deal with those issues,” he said.. For Saif, a fulfilling relationship involves more than simply coexisting. “I find myself happy in a relationship where both of us want a little bit more. There has to be a certain level of affection, intimacy, something special about the two of you being together, and then you can share that with kids.” He also explained that maintaining both shared experiences and personal space has been important. “We have separate spaces where I am doing something, and she is doing something. Then we have enough in common that brings us together.” According to him, communication plays a central role in sustaining a long-term partnership. “When things are not working, you kind of fiddle with it, try to communicate,” he said.. Addressing insecurities that can arise in relationships, especially when partners work closely with others, Saif noted that trust often depends on how secure individuals feel within themselves. “It’s not in every relationship that you’d say, ‘Today in my job I had to kiss somebody else.’ We once said, let’s do this deal of no kissing onscreen, but that’s not a way to do it. Sara once said I think the deal should be no kissing off-screen.” He added that such insecurities can sometimes surface early on. “There is a point initially when you test each other because you are in the company of the opposite sex, doing songs and intimate scenes.”. Ultimately, he believes that insecurity is often more about personal feelings than a partner’s actions. “Insecurity sometimes has nothing to do with the other person but with how you are. That needs to be negotiated. If the person reassures you, then you get through it. If it’s not real or doesn’t work, it falls apart.”. For Saif, a fulfilling relationship involves more than simply coexisting. (Source: Instagram/Kareena Kapoor Khan). So, what shapes a person’s emotional needs and insecurities in adult romantic relationships?. Psychologist Rasshi Gurnani tells indianexpress.com, “Early childhood experiences play a significant role  

 ​Eid al-Fitr 2026 Date and Time: On the day of the festival, people exchange “Eid Mubarak” greetings and embrace one another as a symbol of love and brotherhood, all while spending quality time with loved ones.. Eid al-Fitr 2026 Date and Time, History, Significance and Importance: Eid al-Fitr, also known as Ramzan Eid or Meethi Eid, is one of Islam’s most important festivals, observed by Muslims worldwide.. It celebrates the conclusion of Ramadan, the holy month celebrated by followers who fast from dawn to sunset (roza).. LIVE: Eid al-Fitr 2026 Moon Sighting Date, Time Live Updates: Moonrise date and timings in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, India, Pakistan. Eid is celebrated on the day following Ramadan’s last day, hence the name ‘Festival of Breaking the Fast’.. Eid al-Fitr 2026: Dates in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and India. Eid al-Fitr falls on the first three days of Shawwal, the 10th month of the Hijri, or the Islamic lunar calendar.. The Saudi Supreme Court issued an official statement on Monday, announcing to Muslims across the Kingdom to sight the crescent moon of Shawwal on the evening of Wednesday, March 18, which marks the end of Ramadan.. It follows the Umm Al Qura calendar, which suggests Wednesday corresponds to the 29th of Ramadan 1447 AH.. Eid ul-Fitr 2026 Date: Is it on March 20 or March 21? Check Correct Date Moon Sighting Details. If the moon is visible on Wednesday evening, Eid Al Fitr in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and the neighbouring Gulf countries will begin the next day, on Thursday, March 19, 2026.. Story continues below this ad. Meanwhile, South Asia usually celebrates the festival the day after. Countries like India, Bangladesh and Pakistan will most likely mark the last day of roza and sight the moon on the Thursday evening of March 19, marking Eid on Friday, March 20, 2026.. Eid al-Fitr 2026: History, Significance, and Celebrations. Eid al-Fitr originated during the Prophet Muhammad’s time, when he established two significant Islamic holidays: Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha.. Eid begins with early morning prayers known as Eid Salah, which are commonly held in mosques or on open grounds, and is followed by family gatherings for lavish feasts featuring sweet foods like Seviyan (vermicelli), Kheer, and Phirni, hence the name Meethi Eid.. READ: Eid-Ul-Fitr: Why is it called ‘Meethi Eid’?. On the day of the festival, people exchange “Eid Mubarak” greetings and embrace one another as a symbol of love and brotherhood, all while spending quality time with loved ones.. Story continues below this ad. The festival signifies and expresses thankfulness to Allah for His mercy and bounty, while also celebrating unity and cultivating love, kindness, and charity among families and communities.. FROM LAST YEAR: Go all out this Eid with fashion inspiration from Kareena Kapoor Khan to Mahira Khan, Sajal Aly. 📣 For more lifestyle news, click here to join our WhatsApp Channel and also follow us on Instagram. © IE Online Media Services  

 ​Shoaib Ibrahim speaks about non-stick cookware (Photo: Shoaib Ibrahim/Instagram; AI Generated). Shoaib Ibrahim, who is looking after his wife, actor and cancer survivor Dipika Kakar Ibrahim, was recently spotted whipping up sweet samosas in the kitchen on his family vlog. In the video, he spoke about discarding all non-stick cookware from his kitchen except one. “Maine ghar se hata diye hain non-stick. Sirf ek bacha hai. Omelette banta hai usme. (I have removed all non-stick cookware from one except one in which omelette is made). So, it is an issue to cook without it. We often hear that we shouldn’t use non-stick pans… is that true? Can we use them sometimes, or should they be used daily? You please tell me,” he asked.. To get expert insight, we reached out to Dr D. Chandra Sekhar Reddy, a senior consultant gastroenterologist, hepatologist, and therapeutic endoscopist at Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad.. DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.. Non-stick cookware has become very common in modern kitchens because it allows food to cook with less oil and prevents sticking.. “When used correctly, most modern non-stick pans are considered safe for everyday cooking. The coating used in these pans is typically made of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), which remains stable and safe at normal cooking temperatures. Therefore, using a non-stick pan regularly for foods such as eggs, pancakes, or vegetables is generally not harmful when proper cooking practices are followed,” said Dr Reddy.. Health risks from non-stick cookware usually arise when the “pan is overheated, damaged, or made with older chemical formulations”. “At temperatures above about 260°C, the coating can break down and release fumes that may cause polymer fume fever, a temporary flu-like illness with symptoms such as fever, headache, and cough. Overheating can also release ultrafine particles and gases that may irritate the respiratory system,” said Dr Reddy.. Earlier cookware used chemicals like PFOA, which were linked to health concerns, but most modern pans are now PFOA-free, Dr Reddy continued.. Story continues below this ad. “Additionally, scratched or peeling coatings may release small particles into food, so damaged cookware should be replaced. For safe use, it is advisable to cook on low to medium heat, avoid heating an empty pan for long periods, and use wooden or silicone utensils instead of metal ones to prevent scratching the surface. If a non-stick pan becomes heavily scratched, peeling, or damaged, it should be replaced,” said Dr Reddy.. Should you use non-stick at all? (Photo: AI Generated). Maintaining good kitchen ventilation while cooking is also helpful, he added.. “Overall, non-stick cookware can be safely used for daily cooking if handled properly. One should take care of the temperature at which food is cooked and e  

 ​Chaitra Navratri Colours 2026: Below are the nine colours to wear as considered auspicious for the nine days of Navratri… Chaitra Navratri Colours 2026: Chaitra Navratri is a nine-day significant Hindu celebration that begins on the first day of the Hindu luni-solar calendar, in the first Hindu month of Chaitra, which corresponds to March or April in the English calendar.. This year, it will , which will also be observed as Lord Ram’s birthday, known as Ram Navami.. According to Drik Panchang, the auspicious timing for Ghatasthapana this year would be between 6:52 AM and 7:43 AM on Thursday, March 19, 2026.. Rama Navami, Lord Rama’s birthday, usually falls on the ninth day of the Navratri festival; therefore, it is also known as Ram Navami or Ram Navratri.. All nine days of Navratri are dedicated to the nine forms of Goddess Shakti, with each day being associated with a different colour and signifying a particular meaning and energy.. READ: Timeless Tales: Chaitra Navaratri celebrates new beginnings and the divine feminine. Incorporating these colours on these nine days is considered to be auspicious and believed to attract wealth, prosperity, abundance, blessings, and good fortune.. 📣 For more lifestyle news, click here to join our WhatsApp Channel and also follow us on Instagram. © IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd  

 ​Balwinder Singh tied turbans for all Dhurandhar artistes (Photo: Balwinder Singh/Dhurandhar File Image). While you have been enjoying the ‘peak detailing by Aditya Dhar’ Dhurandhar memes, you may have missed this small but significant detailing that made Rahman Dakait and Hamza common household names. It’s their outfits and the overall look amplified by their turbans or pagdis. While Smriti Chauhan was responsible for costume design in the film, pagdi specialist Balwinder Singh was on board to tie turbans for the cast, including actors Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna.. Balwinder Singh with Aditya Dhar (Photo: Balwinder Singh). Talking to indianexpress.com about his humble beginnings, Singh, whose nickname is Inder, shared in Hindi, “I have been doing this for 15 years. Not as a job, but as a passion project. I always had this hobby of tying a dastaar (pagdi). I used to visit the gurdwara in my neighbourhood in Amritsar, Punjab. There are various activities in gurdwaras. Some play the harmonium, others take up service. So, I was inclined towards kirtan, and then I got interested in tying a dastaar. I only went to learn dastaar for a week. After that, I started practising on my own, and I tied different types and styles like Balochistani, Safa, Rajasthani turban, to name a few.”. Balwinder Singh tied Ranveer Singh’s character Hamza’s turban (Photo: Balwinder Singh). Singh first started tying turbans for his friends. “If someone gives me a photo, I can recreate the same style in no time. That is how I cultivated my hobby into my passion. No one told me to take this up. It has now become my identity,” the 30-year-old said.. Singh used to work on textiles in his shop near the Golden Temple. That’s when he met a TV crew that had come to shoot, in 2020-21. “I told them about my work. That’s how they got in touch with me for auditions. I started with small TV serial stints. Then, I was approached to tie a turban for an artist in the Anupam Kher-led 2025 Canadian film Calorie. I gave an audition and got selected. I also got feedback that I have done a good job,” Singh, who stays in Amritsar with his 1.5-year-old daughter, wife, and parents, said.. Balwinder Singh with Smriti Chauhan (Photo: Balwinder Singh). Then, he was approached for an audition for filmmaker Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar. “The shoot was in Amritsar in 2023. I got selected in the audition. I was told to recreate the styles of Balochistan. I tried it on myself using photos and videos. And costume director Smriti Chauhan ji shared that the Sardar pagdi is also needed for Ranveer Singh sir’s character. So, I tied pagdi for Ranveer Singh sir and Akshaye Khanna sir, as well as the background artistes. It took two and a half months for my work to be completed,” he recalled.. Singh shared that the actors were only expected to wear the pagdi at the time of the shoot. “If they felt uncomfortable, I used to tie again to maintain continuity,” he mentioned.. Sharin