As students, maintaining mental clarity and focus is crucial for academic success. While proper sleep, exercise, and study habits play significant roles, nutrition also plays a vital part in enhancing cognitive function. In Indian cuisine, there are several delicious and nutritious foods known for their brain-boosting properties. Here are the top 10 Indian foods to incorporate into your diet for increased brain power: 1. Walnuts : Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamin E, walnuts are excellent for cognitive function. They promote brain health and can help improve memory and concentration. 2. Turmeric : A staple in Indian cooking, turmeric contains curcumin, a compound known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Curcumin has been linked to improved memory and overall brain health. 3. Blueberries : Although not native to India, blueberries are widely available and highly beneficial for brain health. They are packed with antioxidants and flavonoids, whic

Starting your year of board exams can be daunting, but with the right strategies and mindset, you can set yourself up for success. Here are 10 tips to help you kickstart your year and aim for the highest marks possible. 1. Set Clear Goals:    Define your academic goals for the year, including the marks you want to achieve in each subject. Having clear goals will give you direction and motivation throughout the year. 2. Create a Study Schedule:    Develop a realistic study schedule that allows you to cover all subjects thoroughly while also giving yourself time for breaks and relaxation. Stick to your schedule as much as possible to stay on track. 3. Understand the Syllabus:    Familiarize yourself with the entire syllabus for each subject. Knowing what topics you need to cover will help you plan your study sessions more effectively. 4. Prioritize Weak Areas:    Identify your weak areas in each subject and prioritize them in your study schedule. Spend more time on these topics to streng

  Students are typically introduced to report writing as part of their English language or composition curriculum. Report writing involves conveying information in a structured and organized manner. Here's an overview of what report writing entails for class 9 to 12 students: 1. Understanding the Purpose : Students learn that reports are written to inform, analyze, or persuade readers about a particular topic or issue. 2. Structural Elements : They are taught the basic structure of a report, including:    - Title    - Introduction    - Body paragraphs (with subheadings if necessary)    - Conclusion    - References (if applicable) 3. Clarity and Conciseness : Emphasis is placed on clear and concise writing, ensuring that information is presented in a straightforward manner. 4. Research Skills : Students may be encouraged to conduct research to gather information and data to support their report. This includes using reliable sources and citing them properly. 5. Language and Style : T

  Glimpses of India Summary in English A baker from Goa is a story that relates to the time when there was Portuguese rule in Goa. The story is of a baker living in a Goan village. During those times people ate loaves of bread. These were made in big furnaces. The bakers known as paders would come to sell these bread in the street and would make a jingle sound with the bamboo. Although, nowadays we may not see these loaves but may sometimes see the furnaces and some bakers carrying on the traditional business of their forefathers. The author remembers the coming of the baker twice a day during his childhood days. He was the author’s friend and guide. The maidservants in the author’s house would buy loaves of bread which they ate with tea. During those days, bread was an important part of any occasion especially the sweet bread, Bol. Also, the baker had a peculiar dress, Kabai. It was a single-piece frock that would reach up to knees. Baking was a profitable business at that time. Coorg

From the Diary of Anne Frank Summary in English The author feels that it is strange and unusual for her to write a diary because it is the first time she is doing it. She feels that in the future no one will read about a young girl’s past experiences. But then she puts these thoughts away and decides to write her thoughts. The author is feeling very lonely as she has no friends to talk to. She wants to give her need of friend a shape, hence decides to name the diary as “kitty”. The writer feels that the paper has more capacity to absorb thoughts rather than people who have low patience level. She has a good time with friends but cannot share everything with them as they are not true friends. She refers to her father as the most lovable who presents her the Diary on her 13th birthday. On June 20, 1942, she mentions how her class is nervous about their results. The author says that the only subject she is unsure about is mathematics. She and her friend, G are trying to stop the students

  Two Stories about Flying Summary in English The story of His First Flight is based on a young seagull who is afraid to fly because of distrust on its wings. All his younger siblings can fly fearlessly despite their shorter wings. On the other hand, the young bird cannot gather the courage to trust his wings. He always becomes afraid when coming forward to the brink of the ledge and attempting to fly. His mother and father come around calling him and threatening him starve on the ledge unless he flies. Despite all the upbraiding and calling to him shrilly, he could not move. All-day long he watches his parents fly with his siblings and teaching them how to skim the waves. One day the whole family flies to a big plateau and on the opposite cliff, the seagull is sitting hungry. He begs his mother to bring him some food. His mother picks a piece of fish and flies across to him. Maddened by hunger, he jumped at the fish with a loud shout. He falls outward and downward into space and he ca

  Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom Summary in English: “A Long to Freedom”, by Nelson Mandela is all about the struggle of freedom of South-Africa. On May 10, 1994, Nelson Mandela has taken the vow as the first black president of South Africa. And therefore it was becoming a new-born democratic country. Nelson Mandela took the oath as the first black president. Many dignitaries from different countries had come to be part of the most significant day. In his speech, Mandela thanked all those dignitaries. Mandela assured his countrymen that his country would never ever experience the same suppression of one by another. Democracy had been established in South Africa and as a result, a government of no discrimination was established. The people of South Africa sang two National Anthems as a symbol of that day. Mandela recalled that the reason for this movement was that Black-skinned people were exploited by the White people. He said that this type of suppression of people of South Afri

A Letter to God Summary In English Lencho’s house and crop: Lencho had his lonely house in the valley. It was situated on the top of a low hill. From there one could see the river and the fields. Lencho had a good crop. But it needed rains badly. It starts raining: Lencho saw the sky in the north. It had rain clouds. His wife was preparing the dinner. He told her that God willing it would rain. Soon big drops of rain began to fall. Lencho went out to feel the rain on his body. He was very glad. He said that the drops of rain were new coins. Hailstorm and loss therefrom: But soon the hail rained on everywhere. The fields became white as if covered with salt. The crop was totally destroyed. Lencho became sad. He felt that they would go hungry that year. Also they would have no seeds for the next crop. Lencho writes to God: But Lencho had a single hope : help from God. He was sure that no one dies of hunger. He had a great belief in God. The following Sunday he went to the post office. He

The Snake and the Mirror summary in English: 'The Snake and the Mirror’ is a humorous story about a homeopath doctor.He tells us about his encounter with a snake. In a hot summer night , the doctor returned to his rented room after having dinner at a nearby restaurant.As he opened the door,he heard a sound from above.He thought it to be rats, as he had many in his room.His room did not have electricity connection,so he lighted a kerosene lamp.He had just started his medical practice so his income was meagre.He had very few clothes. He pulled his bed near the wall but could not sleep as it was hot .So he sat on the chair to read a book.He had a mirror on his table.He was an admirer of beauty and wanted to look handsome.So he looked into the mirror and corrected his hair.The doctor was also single.While he was praising himself in the mirror, he heard that sound again but ignored it. He decided to shave daily ,grow a thin moustache and keep an attractive smile.He added humor to this b

  A Truly Beautiful Mind Summary in English: In 14th March 1879, Albert Einstein was born in the German city of Ulm. Until the age of two and a half years, he could not speak. And when he began speaking then he spoke every word twice. In childhood, his playmate considers him to be boring. His mother also thought that he was crazy because of the abnormally large size of his head. The headmaster of his school regards him as stupid and good for nothing. But then he proved all of them wrong. When he was 6, on his mother insistence, he learned to play the violin and became a skilful violinist. His family shifted to Munich when he was 15. But there he feels uncomfortable with the strict discipline of the school so he left it. After completing his schooling, he gets admission in the University of Zurich. Because the atmosphere in the university was more liberal and they accept new ideas and concepts. Besides, he has more interest in Physics and Mathematics. At the university, he met a fellow