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IOL News
3 days ago
- Health
- IOL News
A journey through hope: my unexpected pregnancy
Nivashni Nair Sukdhev with her husband, Rohan, and their son Riav. Image: Supplied I HAD imagined a sophisticated baby shower, surrounded by my dearest friends and family. I pictured endless shopping trips for baby clothes, a dreamy maternity photoshoot and quiet afternoons with my feet up, flipping through pregnancy magazines. I imagined a perfect pregnancy. After all, I had eight years to think about it. That's how long it took for my husband and me to finally conceive - eight years of fighting Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), multiple surgeries, five failed IUIs, and a failed round of IVF. Our final IVF cycle worked. In June 2016, I finally saw two pink lines on a pregnancy test. I thought the hard part was over. I was wrong. What began as a routine check-up with my gynaecologist turned into nearly three months in hospital. I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. At first, I thought I'd be admitted for a few days. I never expected to spend an entire trimester there. I didn't even have a visible baby bump when I arrived. A scan showed the baby was measuring small and that the amniotic fluid was low due to restricted blood flow through the uterine arteries. The term written in my hospital file was intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR). Our baby was not growing. The only hope was an experimental treatment. I was also diagnosed with low amniotic fluid, which meant strict bed rest. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. 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Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ Our baby was due on February 23, 2017. I was admitted in late September 2016. I was told to settle in as I'd be staying until delivery. Life changed completely. I was on extended sick leave from work and became a full-time hospital patient. I spent my birthday, Diwali, Christmas, and almost New Year in a hospital bed. How did I adapt? I didn't. I simply went with the flow. I used humour to cope. I documented my hospital antics, including my escape attempts, to keep my spirits up. But behind the jokes, I was scared. The homesickness, the fear, the boredom, most of it is still a blur. What's clear is the support I had from my husband, Rohan. He carried his own anxiety in silence. He never once complained, not when he ironed my clothes at 5am for big scan days, not when he came straight from work, exhausted, just to sit by my side, not when he ran every errand, went to bed alone every night, or dealt with my breakdowns. He showed up, every single day. Spending that long in hospital messes with your mind. It tests relationships. It forces you to confront fear, anger, and sadness all at once. But I stayed for my child. This is a letter I wrote to him the day I was told I wouldn't be going home: My dearest baby, today marks 20 weeks of carrying you in my womb, and just over eight years of carrying you in my heart. Let me start by telling you how much your daddy and I prayed for you. We never knew when you would come but we always believed you would. You survived the ice age as a frozen embryo and while you're our super cool IVF baby, there is nothing cold about you. Every ultrasound, every heartbeat, warms our hearts. I'm in hospital now to help you grow strong and healthy so that when you're ready to meet the world, you'll be ready in every way. In my eyes, you are a living symbol of hope and strength. Though your journey is just beginning and your feet are still so tiny, Mommy and Daddy are walking every step with you. Love Mommy. December dragged. The world outside was in full festive mode. The nurses decorated a Christmas tree, each branch with a bauble carrying their names. We joked that I should have one too because I'd been there so long I was practically a board member. Eventually, the doctor decided on a C-section. The amniotic fluid had dropped too low. Our warrior son was born on December 30, 2016, weighing just 1.3 kg. Looking back, I realise I didn't mind not having the 'perfect' pregnancy. The baby shower, the shopping, the magazines - I gave those up without regret. Because what I got in return was far greater. Today, that tiny miracle is a happy, healthy eight-year-old boy. And if you asked me what I remember most about being pregnant? Hospital food. Definitely the hospital food. Nivashni Nair Sukdhev is an author and multi-award-winning journalist. She is the author of What's on My Mind? Making Babies, a raw and honest memoir chronicling her journey through Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and infertility. Beyond the bylines and books, Nair Sukdhev is a proud mother and wife, an avid reader, and a lover of shoes. THE POST
Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
Youth beaten, stripped, filmed over cow theft suspicion
Buldhana: A 21-year-old man was allegedly abducted, beaten and stripped by three men in Khamgaon town of Buldhana district on Wednesday night over suspicion of cow theft. The incident occurred around 11.30pm on July 23 near the Khamgaon bus stand where the victim, identified as Rohan Santosh Paithankar from a scheduled caste, was speaking with auto drivers, said police adding that suddenly, three youths arrived on a motorcycle, called his name derogatorily and forcibly took him to the Congress Bhavan ground. According to police sources, the accused, Gabbuu Gujriwal, Prashant Gopalu Sangle and Rohit Pagariya, allegedly asked Rohan about his caste and religion, thrashed him, stripped him naked near cows, and filmed the incident on a mobile phone. He was then taken to another location near Dande Swami Temple where the assault continued. Rohan suffered serious injuries, including a damaged eye, fractured nasal bone, and deep facial wounds. He is currently under medical care. Hearing a police siren from a nearby patrolling van, the accused tried to flee. The Shivajinagar police nabbed two accused on the spot, while Rohit Pagariya managed to escape. A manhunt is underway to locate him. An FIR has been filed at the Shivajinagar police Station under Section 118(2), Section 115(2), Section 138, Section 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, and Section 3(2)(v), Section 3(1)(e) of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989: Sub-divisional police officer (SDPO) Pradeep Patil of Khamgaon said, "A case has been registered based on the victim's complaint. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Woman sells ring given by ex, then jeweler tells her 'This can't be true' Daily Sport X Undo One of the accused is still absconding, and efforts are on to arrest him at the earliest." Several organizations have condemned the assault as a "hate crime" and demanded that MCOCA be invoked and bulldozer action taken against the accused. Deepak Kedar, national president of All India Panther Sena, visited Rohan. "If strict action is not taken, a statewide agitation will be launched."
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rohan Mehra and Jhanak actress Riya Sharma are in a relationship
Rohan Mehra and Riya Sharma At a time when many couples choose to go public with their relationships on social media, Rohan Mehra and Riya Sharma have preferred to keep their romance private. The two actors have been in a steady relationship for the past two and a half years. A source close to the couple reveals, 'Rohan and Riya met through mutual friends at a party around three years ago and instantly connected. Their friendship gradually turned into love. A shared passion for their craft and strong family values brought them closer. They chose not to announce their relationship because they wanted the focus to remain on their work. Interestingly, Rohan has directed Riya in two music videos, which are yet to be released. ' Rohan, known for his roles in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, Sasural Simar Ka, and Bade Achhe Lagte Hain, and participated in Bigg Boss 10 , is currently exploring opportunities in the OTT and film space, while Riya is seen in the television show Jhanak. Both actors remained unavailable for comment. While talking to us earlier about turning to direction, Rohan had shared, 'I recently directed a music video in Georgia, in which I also acted. I've always wanted to direct something, and I thought this was the best way to begin, since I've acted in several music videos. I have a good understanding of how things work, so I decided to give it a shot. I hope to direct more projects in the future.' However, he clarified that acting would not take a back seat. He said, 'I started my career as a model and have been in showbiz for the past 15 years. Acting will always be my priority. Currently, I am waiting for a few OTT projects and a film to be released. So, during this waiting period, I decided to explore direction.'
Daily Mail
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Masterchef Australia star announces surprising career move: 'I'm so excited for this chapter'
A beloved MasterChef Australia star has made a major career announcement. Savindri 'Sav' Perera placed third in season 16 of the beloved cooking show before featuring in the Back To Win series this year. Now, Sav has revealed her next move, taking her place as a judge on the inaugural season of MasterChef Sri Lanka. The former participant took to Instagram to share the big news of her new role and her excitement for the next chapter in her cooking journey. 'Never in a million years did I think this is where the little courageous step I took to apply for @masterchefau would take me,' she wrote. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'Never did I once think that choosing to be so staunchly representative of my culture and native country would lead to this immense opportunity.' The sweet caption accompanied pictures of Sav in her new judge position surrounded by her fellow judges who she described as 'the best of the best in Sri Lanka'. 'From Peter who put Sri Lanka on the map in many ways and is the face most non-Sri Lankans recognise all over the world, to veteran chef Rohan who is the head of the Bocuse d'Or committee for Sri Lanka (amongst his many many other accolades) to Kapila who is one of the most decorated chefs in Sri Lanka. 'I am a baby in my culinary journey amongst these stupendous names.' She went on to confess that while she was over the moon about the opportunity, she initially felt 'not good enough' to take on the big role. 'In many ways when I first was approached, I felt underqualified. The imposter syndrome kicked in so hard and I felt completely not good enough. I spent a lot of time wondering what value I could add.' However, the past few weeks have made her realise that her experience as a contestant was, in fact, her greatest strength on the judging panel. 'I know so intimately what it is like to be a contestant in the high stakes MasterChef kitchen. I know how it feels when you fail, the joy of a win and the despair of an elimination.' 'In many ways when I first was approached, I felt under qualified. The imposter syndrome kicked in so hard and I felt completely not good enough. I spent a lot of time wondering what value I could add,' she said She finished off the post: 'I am grateful, I am humbled and truly so excited for this chapter. 'MasterChef changed my life - how special it is that I get to have a hand in changing someone else's.' Last year, Sav tugged at MasterChef fans' heartstrings after revealing her behind-the-scenes battle with a crippling mental illness. In a moving Instagram post, Sav opened up about her body dysmorphia - a psychological disorder in which an individual obsesses over a perceived flaw in their appearance. 'The amount of absolute hatred I have for myself after a lifetime of being made to feel ugly for being fat was immense,' Sav revealed in the raw post. 'Yet every morning I put my make-up on and show up because my desire to compete is bigger than my hatred for my appearance.'
Business Upturn
19-07-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
ULIPs for Child Education Planning: A Wise Investment Plan
Each parent wishes to provide the best for their child in life, particularly education. With increasing tuition fees in India and worldwide, financial planning is no longer a choice. It's a necessity. But how does one go about it? Unit Linked Insurance Plans can be the answer. It is a powerful and sometimes underutilised tool that unites market-linked investment with insurance. Employed for planning the education of children, they offer growth and protection, so your dream for your child is not derailed. What Makes ULIPs Ideal for Child Education? ULIPs are twin-benefit financial products. They offer an opportunity to create wealth through equity or debt fund investments. You also get a life insurance cover to safeguard the goal in case of the untimely demise of the parent. Principal Reasons to Invest in ULIPs: Disciplined Long-Term Investment ULIP comes with a minimum lock-in of five years. This encourages long-term disciplined saving. It is necessary for building a noteworthy corpus to invest in education. Life Cover to Achieve the Objective In the event of the policyholder's death, the life cover component helps secure the child's financial future by paying out the sum assured. Market-Linked Growth By investing in equities, bonds, or balanced funds, ULIPs can offer higher returns. It is an important advantage when planning for rising education costs. Tax Advantages Premiums paid and maturity proceeds are tax-exempt under Sections 80C and 10(10D) of the Income Tax Act. Real-Life Planning: A Situation That Tells It All Picture this: Rohan, a 34-year-old marketing manager from Bengaluru, invests in a ULIP with a ₹1,00,000 premium every year. The goal is to finance his 3-year-old daughter's college education. With a 15-year investment horizon, moderate equity exposure, and an assumed return of 8% per annum, the projected corpus could be over ₹30 lakhs by the time his daughter turns 18. If Rohan passes away during the policy term, the insurance company pays the sum assured to his family. With the Waiver of Premium rider, the company continues to invest on his behalf. Hence, the policy remains active. The maturity benefit is paid out when due. How to Choose the Right ULIP for Child Planning? Not all ULIPs are created equal. It all boils down to getting the right plan tailored to your needs. Fund Options and Flexibility You should go for ULIPs that allow switching between equity, debt, and hybrid funds. Look for plans with free switches to adjust your allocation based on market conditions. Charges and Transparency You need to understand the policy's cost structure. It is suggested to opt for plans with relatively low fund management and policy administration charges. It'll help maximise your returns. Waiver of Premium Rider Especially important for child plans, this rider ensures that in case of the policyholder's death, the insurer continues to pay the future premiums. This measure keeps the investment on track until maturity. Conclusion You need to do a lot more than put money aside for your kid's education. There has to be a vision, consistency, and protection against life's uncertainties. ULIPs offer all three in a single investment product. Hence, it can be a strategic choice for Indian parents, especially considering education inflation. But begin investing as soon as possible. Your investment will need time to grow. With time, ULIPs will bridge the gap between your aspirations and your child's future. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
