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Can't afford to buy a swanky car? Take one on a rent or hire instead

You can even gift yourself the experience of riding a different set of wheels each time you plan a trip--from a Hummer to a Bentley to a Jaguar to a BMW or Range Rover

Three publishing strategies to get the book you've authored to the shelves

While the traditional publishing house is still the most popular, don't stress if it junks your work. You have two more ways to see your book morph into paperback or hardcover

Self-publishing is the only way for 97% of authors: CEO of Notion Press

In a Q&A, Naveen Valsakumar dwells on the coming-of-age of self-publishing, his firm's value proposition for budding writers and how he plans to take on the competition from Kindle

Gaming for fun or killing the boredom, honing skills or making some money

Once frowned upon, gaming has acquired universal acceptance, with housewives, students and working professionals taking to it. Beware of the pitfalls, though

Pocket-friendly apps to tap the creative artist you never knew you were

You needn't be a qualified designer or an audio or video editor in order to create top-class content across media. All you need is some savvy technology apps to help you do the job

Telemedicine to the aid of home-bound patients in the time of Covid-19

Telemedicine in covid-19 times: You can get to the doctor almost anytime, anywhere, be it on your screen, via voice or plain text for a lower price than in-person consult

Second home is where the heart is in times of stress, WFH and Covid-19

The uber rich and corporate exec are buying holiday homes by the hillside, seaside, or retreats closer to their city houses, where they can live and work peacefully amid less noise and pollution

Sick of dal-roti? Opt for delivery options that bring the restaurant home

You can get anything from pizzas to parathas in a box, with cloud kitchens, delivery apps and even home chefs delivering on the promise of hygiene, safety and health

Love, yoga and sound of silence to help the Corona bereaved live life again

There are many courses and apps to help those dealing with the grief and guilt of losing loved ones bounce back. While some are free, masterclasses and courses cost between Rs 2,000 and Rs 20,000

Boost your skills via e-learning to enhance your career in Covid times

Online courses work as well as offline ones today, for those seeking a career shift or pay hike, or for those out of jobs

Essential kit for the home to help prevent hospitalisation in Covid times

Oxygen concentrators are expensive and can also be bought at the community level for emergency use. Other items can be kept at home for monitoring, prevention and cure

Clubhouses and free spaces in housing societies morph into Covid care units

With hospitals choked for space and oxygen, some residential communities have begun setting up a few beds, cylinders and medicines for members right within their premises

A career counsellor to navigate your child through a plethora of choices

The best time to approach a career counsellor is when your child is in class nine--someone who will help him dodge the duds and choose a line based on the child's interests, aptitude and ability

Classy stationery for those who believe the pen is mightier than the keypad

There's a range of stationery and desk accessories like luxury pens, premium pencils, fancy bookmarks to feed your passion for writing. Just don't go overboard on form and miss out on functionality

Sprucing up your space with classy home textiles in the time of Covid-19

There is a wide range of curtains, carpets, cushions and more at various price points. Pick up stuff that goes well with your space as furnishing is usually a long-term affair

Cleanliness is becoming a big part of the fabric of life: HUL's Narasimhan

In a Q&A, Prabha Narasimhan, ED & VP-Home Care, South Asia, Hindustan Unilever, says while Indians have adopted the new habit of sanitising, the hygiene story in the country is still evolving

A brand new world of health and hygiene products in the post Covid scenario

Cleanliness remains the best defence against Covid-19, vaccine or no vaccine. Business Standard brings you products that are critical to keep yourself and your surroundings sterile

Home is where the art is, whether it's a masterpiece or a lesser creation

The first rule is to pick up something you can live with for a lifetime. If you're into collecting as an investment, what matters as much as the artwork is its creator and previous owners

Liberating safety systems to keep your house secure while you aren't in

Modern digital and electronic home safety systems help secure your loved ones and your wealth at home in the post-pandemic era, while allowing you to stay connected with the outside world

Beating the blues and glare of electronics to improve eye health as you WFH

Extended use of mobile phones, laptops and television have impacted our eyes as we work, study and entertain at home; here are some tips to start moving to 20/20 vision again