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Indian Express
6 hours ago
- Health
- Indian Express
Kareena Kapoor Khan reveals her ‘almost monastic' daily routine: ‘Dinner by 6 pm, lights out by…'
For Kareena Kapoor Khan, a good Indian meal every day is non-negotiable. Other things on that list include sleep and fitness routine, which she has carefully tweaked and tuned to suit her needs. Her routine at 44, she admits, is 'almost monastic'. 'Dinner by 6 pm, lights out by 9:30 pm, morning workouts before the world wakes up,' she said in an interview. 'My friends know not to expect me at parties. And they respect that. They know I'll be watching Schitt's Creek on low volume!' Khan added. According to her, the Covid-19 pandemic changed something in her. 'If I don't work out, I'm in a bad mood. Post-covid, I realised how important fitness is—not for vanity, but for well-being. It's my mood stabiliser, my anchor,' Khan, who is often seen doing yoga, strength training, or taking a walk, told The Nod magazine. Taking a cue from her revelation, let's learn how early dinners can benefit your metabolism and overall health. Eating dinner earlier in the evening, around 6:30 pm, can have several positive effects on metabolism and overall health, particularly for individuals aged 44-45, said Dr Aarti Ullal, physician and diabetologist, Gleneagles Hospital, Parel, Mumbai. 'Firstly, having an early dinner allows more time for digestion before bedtime. This can improve gastrointestinal function, reduce the risk of acid reflux, and promote more restful sleep. A well-rested body is essential for metabolic health, as sleep is linked to hormone regulation, including those that control hunger and appetite,' said Dr Ullal. It can also help stabilise blood sugar levels. 'When dinner is timed appropriately, it allows the body to use glucose more efficiently, reducing the risk of insulin resistance, a common concern as we age. Lowered insulin levels can aid in weight management and decrease the risk of chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes,' said Dr Ullal. Eating earlier can also encourage healthier food choices. 'When we eat late, there is a tendency to opt for quick, often less nutritious options. With an earlier dinner, individuals can prepare balanced meals, incorporating whole foods rich in nutrients, which are important for maintaining muscle mass and energy levels during middle age,' said Dr Ullal. Lastly, social and family routines can benefit from this practice, allowing more time to unwind after dinner and engage in physical activity, whether it's a post-meal walk or preparing for bed. 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.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Salman Khan's 'Lucky' co-star Sneha Ullal reacts to director's claim linking Arpita Khan with her Bollywood launch
Sneha Ullal, who debuted opposite Salman Khan in Lucky: No Time for Love, recently reacted to the directors' claim that she was introduced to them by Salman's sister, Arpita Khan Sharma. Directors Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru stated in an interview that Arpita recommended Sneha from her college during their search for a new actress. Sneha responded to the viral clip with a cryptic 'Acha? Aise Hua?', sparking speculation about the accuracy of their account. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Sneha Ullal's Reaction Clarification on the Aishwarya Rai Comparison Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Background on Salman and Aishwarya's History Sneha Ullal's entry into Bollywood through the 2005 film 'Lucky: No Time for Love' created widespread curiosity, especially due to her resemblance to Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and her debut opposite Salman Khan . Over the years, speculation remained about how she landed the role. Now, directors Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru have provided clarity on the casting process, stating that Salman Khan's sister, Arpita Khan Sharma, was instrumental in introducing Ullal to a recent interview with Pinkvilla's Hindi Rush, the directors revealed that they were in search of a fresh face when Arpita approached them with a recommendation. Sapru explained that Arpita told them about a 'very beautiful girl' from her college and suggested they audition her. He added that the character was of a young schoolgirl whose parents worked in an embassy, requiring someone who looked like they had lived in Europe. When they met Sneha, she fit the role the interview, a clip from the conversation gained traction on Instagram, prompting a reaction from Sneha Ullal herself. Commenting on the post, Ullal wrote, 'Acha? Aise Hua?' Her response, though brief, raised questions among fans about the authenticity of the filmmakers' narrative. The comment drew attention to a possible disconnect between the directors' recollection and her own understanding of the the interview, the filmmakers also addressed the long-standing theory that Ullal was cast because of her resemblance to Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who had been romantically linked to Salman Khan in the past. Vinay Sapru firmly denied that Ullal's similarity to Rai played any role in the casting decision. He clarified that while they occasionally noticed a resemblance during the shoot, it was never part of their plan or a deliberate Rao echoed this sentiment, stating that the resemblance became more noticeable only after the promotional campaign began and people started pointing it out. She acknowledged that it would be dishonest to say they never saw the similarity, but emphasized it was never a deciding factor. According to her, many people resemble others and it wasn't something they focused on. She added that being compared to Aishwarya should be seen as a compliment, not a around Ullal's casting has also been fueled by public knowledge of Salman Khan's past relationship with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. The two actors were linked after starring together in Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam in 1999. Their relationship was highly publicized but ended in 2002. Since then, both have moved on—Aishwarya is married to actor Abhishek Bachchan and is a mother to their daughter Aaradhya, while Salman Khan remains unmarried.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
India ETFs Slip After News of Strikes in Pakistan
India exchange-traded funds softened Wednesday and Thursday after news that India hit multiple targets in Pakistan, but so far the weakness has been muted. According to news reports, India's military said these strikes were in response to a deadly attack in Indian-controlled Kashmir on April 22 and that they targeted 'terrorist infrastructure' and were 'focused, measured and non-escalatory in nature.' Pakistan, however, called Wednesday's strikes 'an act of war.' The three biggest India ETFs by assets, the $9.1 billion iShares MSCI India ETF (INDA), the $3.1 billion WisdomTree India Earnings ETF (EPI) and the $2.1 billion Franklin FTSE India ETF (FLIN) were down about 1% on Wednesday and have started Thursday's trading on a back foot. Stock markets in India were also down. Many India-focused ETFs are flat to up on the year, with INDA up 2%, FLIN up 1.1% and EPI flat. Indian ETFs have had a strong run in the past few years as the country's economy has boomed. On a five-year annualized basis, EPI is up 23.2%, FLIN rose 19% and INDA is up 17.7%. The volatility is a reminder that emerging market ETFs are often subject to higher geopolitical risk than developed market ETFs for a variety of reasons. However, the Kashmir area which borders India, Pakistan and China is one of the most volatile regions globally. All three countries will end up having minor skirmishes at times, and sometimes those escalate, said Aniket Ullal, head of ETF research and analytics at CFRA Research. Ullal said the saber-rattling between the two countries bears watching, especially since both India and Pakistan have nuclear weapons. So far, investors don't seem to be too worried about the situation, he added. 'India and Pakistan have always found a way to kind of navigate the conflict, and I think there's too much economically at stake for both players to escalate it beyond a certain point, unless something unpredictable happens,' he said. Ullal pointed to 2019, when India struck Pakistan in response to a bombing in Kashmir and Pakistan retaliated with its own airstrikes, according to news reports. At that time, the reaction in the stock markets was not overly bearish. If investors can stomach some geopolitical risk, Ullal said India has the potential for both short-term and long-term growth. Compared to other emerging markets, it has better domestic growth. And in the long term, it may be a beneficiary of the tariff regime under the Trump administration, which targets China more than other countries, he said. That could take longer to play out, he added. Ullal pointed to two India ETFs that are heavily focused toward India's domestic economy—the $316 million Columbia India Consumer ETF (INCO), which is down 0.6% year to date and up 20.6% on a five-year basis, and the $699 million iShares India 50 ETF (INDY), up 4.7% year to date and up 16.4% on a five-year | © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BlackRock Files for Two More Mutual Fund-to-ETF Conversions
BlackRock Inc. (BLK), the world's largest asset manager, plans to convert its BlackRock GA Disciplined Volatility Equity Fund (BIDVX) and BlackRock GA Dynamic Equity Fund (BIEEX) to exchange-traded funds, according to a recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The two equity mutual funds will be reorganized into the iShares Disciplined Volatility Equity Active ETF and the iShares Dynamic Equity Active ETF, respectively, on Sept. 12. The expense ratios will be 0.4%, and both funds will retain their current objectives and managers and maintain 'substantially similar' strategies. 'Active ETFs are becoming an integral part of investor portfolios around the world, with financial advisors increasingly incorporating them into their practices,' a BlackRock spokesperson told 'BlackRock's decision to convert a mutual fund into an ETF underscores this growing demand and our commitment to aligning the strategies we offer with the investment vehicles that best suit our clients' needs.' There has been a significant shift from long-term mutual funds to ETFs in recent years. In 2024, mutual funds (excluding money market funds) experienced $579 billion worth of net outflows, while $1.1 trillion moved into ETFs, according to CFRA Research. ETFs have structural advantages that in some cases make them more appealing than mutual funds, Aniket Ullal, head of ETF research and analytics at CFRA, explained to They have an in-kind creation/redemption mechanism that provides tax advantages over traditional mutual funds, tend to have lower expense ratios and trade like stocks on exchanges, providing intraday tradability. 'ETFs in the U.S. generally don't have distribution fees and sales loads, unlike some mutual funds,' Ullal added. '[And] there are more ETFs than mutual funds that provide targeted exposure to specific sectors, factors and themes.' Last year, Bank of America Global Research reported that funds that convert from mutual funds to ETFs attract an average of $500 million in new money within two years of conversion, reversing previous outflows. Wall Street is taking note. J.P. Morgan Asset Management and Leuthold Group are among firms that have made mutual fund-to-ETF conversions this year, following in the footsteps of Dimensional Fund Advisors, which helped create the playbook for these types of conversions. BlackRock made its first conversion in November, reorganizing the $755 million International Dividend mutual fund into the more flexible wrapper. 'We continue to see use cases for mutual funds and view ETFs and other investment vehicles as complementary, as they often serve distinct client segments and play different roles within a client's portfolio,' the BlackRock spokesperson | © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
As European equities outperform US equities, is Nvidia the fix?
Ahead of Nvidia's (NVDA) fourth quarter earnings report, there's been notable activity in ETFs (exchange-traded funds) tied to the tech giant's performance. However, broader market trends (^DJI, ^IXIC, ^GSPC) reveal a shift away from US equities in favor of assets like gold (GC=F) and international stocks. CFRA research head of ETF data and analytics Aniket Ullal joins Catalysts hosts Madison Mills and Seana Smith to discuss the outlook for US large-cap stocks amid changing market dynamics. "Flows have actually been fairly strong into ETFs this year. We've seen over $130 billion so far this year into ETFs. A lot of that actually into equity ETFs," Ullal says. "As far as performance goes in the last few weeks, particularly since tariffs were first announced, we've seen non-US equity ETFs outperform US equity ETFs." Ullal highlights that despite recent shifts in market sentiment, Nvidia's earnings could serve as a key catalyst for US equities. Additionally, he notes that "crypto tends to be very sensitive to [interest] rates," influencing ETF flows and investor sentiment. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Catalysts here. This post was written by Josh Lynch Sign in to access your portfolio
