Stevia – मीठी तुलसी

The name Meethi Tulsi is a Hindi term that literally translates to “Sweet Tulsi” or “Sweet Basil.” It is used for Stevia in India for two main reasons:  Important Distinction While they look alike and share a name in common parlance, they belong to entirely different botanical families:  In some regions, it is also referred to as Madhu Tulsi, Meethi Patti (Sweet … Read more

Cold turkey

“Cold turkey” means to stop a habit, addiction, or addictive substance (like smoking, caffeine, or drugs) immediately and completely, rather than tapering off gradually. It often refers to the unpleasant withdrawal symptoms experienced during this abrupt cessation, or acting bluntly without preparation. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] Usage Examples Synonyms and Related Phrases OriginThe phrase … Read more

Canary in the coal mine

A “canary in the coal mine” is an early warning sign of danger or failure, originating from the 20th-century mining practice of using caged birds to detect lethal, odorless gases like carbon monoxide before they affected miners. It signifies a sensitive indicator that signals impending, larger-scale trouble. Cambridge Dictionary +3 According to America.gov, miners once brought canaries into coal mines because … Read more

Avoiding the elephant in the room

“The elephant in the room” is a metaphor for an obvious, large, or significant problem, controversy, or taboo subject that everyone is aware of but chooses to ignore or avoid discussing. It refers to issues that are uncomfortable, embarrassing, or cause tension, such as a major budget crisis, a personal dispute, or a firing. [1, … Read more

लालबाग परळ

Very interesting film. I can relate with all the characters, as I have worked in this area for last 34 years, since 1992. Stayed in Dadar for my first six months in Mumbai.