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Time of India
3 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- Time of India
Feeling like every day is on repeat? 5 mindful habits to regain control
We often say we don't have enough time– but more often, it's not about the hours in a day. It's about how we're spending them. Many of us start our mornings with packed to-do lists, only to end the day wondering where all the time went. The problem isn't that we're not doing enough. If anything, we're always doing something– replying to messages, switching between tasks, clearing clutter, or juggling responsibilities. But often, we're stuck in a cycle of reacting instead of intentionally choosing what deserves our attention. There's a constant pressure to stay busy, which makes it easy to confuse activity with real progress. The result? A lot of motion, but not much meaning. The good news is, you don't have to micromanage every minute to make your time count. Sometimes, small and simple changes are enough to create the space you need to think clearly and move with purpose. The five habits below won't turn your life around overnight– but they can help you use your time in a calmer, more intentional way, built on clarity, consistency, and ease. Let go of one thing each day Clutter– whether it's on your desk or your phone– takes up more mental space than we realise. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Instead of waiting for a big clean-up day, try removing just one unnecessary thing each day. It could be as simple as deleting an unused app, tossing an old receipt, or clearing out something that's been sitting untouched for months. These small daily actions add up, helping you create a cleaner, calmer space– and that often leads to better focus and a clearer mind. Keep your daily task list short and clear Trying to do too much in a day often leads to doing very little, effectively. A more practical habit is to focus on 3 to 5 important tasks each day. Not everything is urgent, and not everything needs to be done at once. When you give your attention to fewer things, you're more likely to complete them well and feel less drained by the end of the day. Use your phone on your own terms Phones have become essential– but they're also one of the biggest reasons we lose time without realising it. A few small changes can make a noticeable difference. Turn off non-essential notifications, move distracting apps off your home screen, and make use of features like 'Do Not Disturb' when you need to concentrate. These are simple adjustments, but they help bring back a sense of control. Automate routine financial tasks There's no need to spend time each month remembering which bills to pay or when to transfer money. Most financial platforms now offer tools to automate payments, savings, and even investments. Once set up, this reduces stress and saves time, while also ensuring that important financial tasks aren't missed or delayed. Act on small tasks immediately If something takes less than two minutes to complete, do it right away. It might be replying to a quick email, putting something back where it belongs, or crossing out a small task. These small actions, when delayed, tend to pile up and create unnecessary clutter, both on your list and in your mind. In a nutshell, using your time well doesn't mean packing every minute with activity. In fact, some of the most effective habits are the simplest ones. Letting go of what you don't need, focusing on what truly matters, and cutting out small distractions can make your day feel less overwhelming and more meaningful. These habits won't change everything overnight, but they can give you the space to think more clearly, work more calmly, and move through the day with a little more ease. 3 silent ways your body is shouting for help One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
Time of India
11 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
Mhadei water diversion to hit flow of Dudhsagar: Green plan
Panaji: The first ever Goa State Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (GSBSAP) draft, opened recently by the state for public consultation, confirms the fear long held by Goans. Experts, who have prepared the report have confirmed the imminent threat to Goa's majestic and multi-tiered Dudhsagar waterfall due to the proposed diversion of waters from the Mhadei tributaries by Karnataka. The plan states that the diversion will adversely impact the flow of water in the Dudhsagar river and the waterfall, which could alter the flora and fauna around it. 'Diversion of Mhadei will reduce the water in the waterfall, a threat to ecotourism and biodiversity around the Dudhsagar and waterfall. Availability of water for plants and animals will reduce and the aesthetic value of Dudhsagar waterfall will reduce,' the plan states. 'Availability of water for flora and fauna will reduce and competition for the bioresource will increase resulting in decrease in population. Change in prey and predator ratio and reduction in floral population.' Karnataka, which is actively working to divert the Kalasa and the Bandhura, has long held plans, from 1988, to divert 3.85tmc ft water from the Katla and the Palna tributaries of the Dudhsagar river. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Karnataka intends to divert this water into its Supa reservoir in Kali basin. Katla and Palna are the main tributaries that feed the Dudhsagar waterfalls. Karnataka is also eyeing another 1.06tmc ft water from other sources of the Dudhsagar for diversion into the Supa reservoir. Though Goa govt has already stated its objections to the plans and they have not been approved by the Mhadei Water Disputes Tribunal, during the 2014 assembly session, Karnataka stated its intentions to construct four dams in the upper reaches of the Dudhsagar on the Katla, the Palna, the Diggi-Marra and the Diggi-Bondeli. Experts in the Goa biodiversity plan have now recommended that firstly more research be carried out to understand the Dudhsagar waterfall and Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary in Mollem. They have acknowledged that more research is required on Mhadei and its catchment area as well. Dudhsagar waterfalls in Mollem attracts lakhs of domestic and foreign tourists every year, which offers the primary source of livelihood for the locals living in surrounding villages. 'Assessment of research and review papers about Mhadei and the wildlife sanctuary needed in collaboration between educational institutions and involvement of National Institute of Oceanography,' states the plan.
Time of India
14 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
BJP targets Rahul ahead of his June 6 Nalanda Visit
Patna: In an election year where political parties are vying to position themselves as champions of social justice, BJP state president Dilip Jaiswal on Sunday criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's upcoming visit to Bihar. Gandhi is scheduled to address an extremely backward classes (EBC) conference in Nalanda on June 6. Jaiswal claimed that PM Narendra Modi has visited Bihar nearly 50 times since 2014, when he was declared the BJP's prime ministerial candidate. In contrast, he accused Gandhi of engaging with the state only during elections. "Since his bachpan (childhood) to the age of 55, Rahul comes out of his AC chamber only when there is an election in the state," Jaiswal said. Bihar is set to go to the polls in Oct-Nov this year. "Rahul first came to Bihar in Jan to propagate the British divide and rule policy. He should tell how many times he has visited Bihar from childhood to the age of 55. If a PM can make time for Bihar, why can't he?" Jaiswal asked. The BJP leader alleged that the Congress MP's interest in Bihar is opportunistic. "The Congress MP is coming when his boat has already sunk in Bihar. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Where was he for five years? People of Bihar like PM Modi and CM Nitish," he said. Ahead of the PM's two-day visit to the state on May 29 and May 30, deputy CM Samrat Choudhary had said that it marked Modi's 50th visit to Bihar. In contrast, Rahul's June 6 appearance will be his fifth visit to the state this year. The PM, by comparison, has made three visits to Bihar in 2025. Union minister and BJP MP from Begusarai, Giriraj Singh, also took aim at the Congress on Sunday, accusing party president Mallikarjun Kharge of echoing Pakistan's rhetoric. Singh criticised Kharge for demanding proof of Operation Sindoor, a cross-border military action following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, in which 26 tourists were killed. "He is speaking the language of Pakistan," Singh said.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Poland holds knife-edge vote with EU role at stake
Rafal Trzaskowski (left) and Karol Nawrocki (right) (File Photo) Poles are set to vote on Sunday in a knife-edge presidential election with major implications for the country's role in Europe and for abortion and LGBTQ rights. Warsaw's pro-EU mayor Rafal Trzaskowski, 53, an ally of the centrist government, faces off against nationalist historian Karol Nawrocki, 42. Opinion polls predict an extremely close race with Nawrocki on 50.1 per cent and Trzaskowski on 49.9 per cent, a tiny difference within the margin of error. Polls are open between 0500 GMT and 1900 GMT in the EU and Nato country, which borders Ukraine and has been a key supporter of its neighbour against Russia. An exit poll is expected as soon as ballots close and election officials predict the final result will be known on Monday. A victory for Trzaskowski would be a major boost for the progressive agenda of the government led by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, a former European Council president. It could mean significant social changes such as the introduction of civil partnerships for same-sex couples and an easing of the near-total ban on abortion. Presidents in Poland, a fast-growing economy of 38 million people, have the power to veto legislation and are also the commander-in-chief of the armed forces. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Victory for Nawrocki would embolden the populist Law and Justice (PiS) party, which ruled Poland between 2015 and 2023, and could lead to fresh parliamentary elections. Many Nawrocki supporters want stricter curbs on immigration and advocate for conservative values and more sovereignty for the country within the European Union . "We should not give in to European pressure," 40-year-old Agnieszka Prokopiuk, a homemaker, said ahead of the vote. "We need to make our own way... and not succumb to trends from the West," she told AFP in the city of Biala Podlaska in eastern Poland near the Belarus border. Tomasz Czublun, a 48-year-old mechanic, said: "The European Union is important but the sovereignty of our country is much more important." Ukraine: Anna Materska-Sosnowska, a politics expert, called the election "a real clash of civilisations" because of the wide policy differences between the candidates. Many Trzaskowski voters support greater integration within the EU and an acceleration of social reforms. Malgorzata Wojciechowska, a tour guide and teacher in her fifties, said Polish women "unfortunately do not have the same rights as our European friends". "I hope that Rafal Trzaskowski will relaunch the debate on abortion so that we can finally live in a free country where we can have our own opinion," she told AFP. The election is also being closely watched in Ukraine, which is seeking to bolster international diplomatic support in its negotiations with Russia as its resistance to Moscow's invasion grinds on. Nawrocki, an admirer of US President Donald Trump, opposes Nato membership for Kyiv and has called for curbs on benefits for the estimated one million Ukrainian refugees in Poland. He used his last campaign hours on Friday to leave flowers at a monument to Poles killed by Ukrainian nationalists during World War II. "It was a genocide against the Polish people," he said. The election's final result is expected to hinge on whether Trzaskowski can mobilise enough supporters and whether far-right voters will cast their ballots for Nawrocki. Far-right candidates got more than 21 per cent of the vote in the election's first round, which Trzaskowski won by a razor-thin margin of 31 per cent against 30 per cent for Nawrocki.
Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
Prince William never takes break from royal duties, not even on family vacations
Prince William may be on holiday with Kate Middleton and their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, but his work as the Duke of Cornwall never truly takes a back seat. During a recent visit to the Duchy of Cornwall estate, The Telegraph witnessed how William remains focused on improving life for its residentseven while away with his family. One of the family's favourite spots is Tresco, an island in the Isles of Scilly, part of the duchy. Here, the prince is well known for chatting with locals about community needs and development. His efforts have led to tangible improvements, including a new healthcare centre with a maternity suite, housing plans for essential workers like teachers and doctors, and initiatives promoting sustainable tourism. The Isles of Scilly hold a special place for William, as family holidays there echo his own childhood trips with Princess Diana and the future King Charles, People reported. A holidaymaker who spotted the couple in 2020 told the Daily Mirror, 'William and Kate were riding their bicycles, having a laugh. They looked so happy enjoying the weather. I did do a double-take. They were really friendly and said hello.' In May this year, Prince William returned to the Isles of Scilly on official duty — much to the chagrin of his family. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo 'My family are very upset I'm here without them,' he told the Daily Mail. 'The children will kill me if I don't go home later.' He was spotted buying pastries at a local cafe, likely to bring back for them. The Duchy of Cornwall, established by King Edward III in 1337, covers around 130,000 acres of land and assets, supporting the heir to the throne and his family financially. But William's focus goes beyond finance, he is committed to bettering the lives of those living on duchy land, prioritising sustainability, mental health, and charitable partnerships. 'II'm trying to make sure I'm prioritizing stuff that's going to make people's lives, living in those areas, better. This is what we're going to do to make people's lives in Cornwall better,' William said.
