09 Feb, 2025

Record Date v/s Ex-Date

Record Date and Ex-Date are two terms that should be clear to every investor to understand if he/she is entitled to the benefit of corporate actions undertaken by the company. Let us understand both terms: Record Date: The Record Date is the cut-off date used by the companies to determine whether a particular shareholder is entitled to a corporate action […]

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How to preserve Green Peas for Long Time

Green Peas are quite a popular vegetable amongst kids and adults. These tiny bead-sized jewels are packed with nutrition and contain a good amount of fiber and antioxidants. Though nowadays peas are available round the year, the quality found in winters is unmatched. So, why not store this incredibly healthy food for eating throughout the […]

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De-stink your Glass Jars with these Super easy Hacks

Some glass containers in the kitchen have a very stubborn smell. It’s hard to dispel the smell using dishwashing soap especially when it’s an odour of pickle/kimchi/garlic food etc. Even after soaking the container for hours, the smell doesn’t go off. You can try any of the tricks discussed below to get rid of the […]

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Simple and Inexpensive ways to clean Silver Articles

Silver articles tend to lose their luster over time due to a chemical reaction between silver and sulfur. One can avoid tarnishing by storing silver articles properly and cleaning them after use. To know more about how to store silver articles click on the link (Tips on storing Silver to prevent Tarnish). To regain the […]

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Simple tips to remove Sticky Labels from Glass Bottles

Many grocery items that we order come in Glass jars. Our refrigerator is full of jams, condiments, and beverages filled in glass containers. Reusing them is a cost-effective way to give a pleasant look to your kitchen. Honey/jam/wine/liquor bottles can be used for storing homemade pickles or other grocery items as these are transparent and […]

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Tips on storing Silver to prevent Tarnish

Silver items always add beauty and elegance to any décor. Be it a dinnerware or a decorative piece, a pooja item or Jewellery, the beauty and shine of this precious metal is remarkable. Silver items usually get tarnished if not stored properly. Tarnish is discoloration or black film that can develop on silverware, making it […]

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Ways to test the purity of Honey at Home

Most of us use Honey as an alternative to refined sugar. Honey is a sweet golden nectar that is known for its unique nutritional and therapeutic properties. It is no less than an Elixir for our body as it is rich in anti-oxidants, has immunity-boosting benefits, is antibacterial, antifungal, and has healing properties. It is a natural sweetener […]

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How to Crack open a Coconut without Mess

Taking the nutritious coconut water out of a coconut is a bit challenging. If you break the coconut using the hammer or a mallet, the coconut water gets spilled creating a mess. So, here is a simple trick for you. Once you remove, the husk of the coconut, you will observe that most coconuts have […]

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What is a Stock Split?

A stock split is a corporate action undertaken by an entity to divide the existing shares into multiple new shares in order to boost liquidity. Although, the number of shares outstanding increases, the total value of the portfolio pre-split and post-split remains unchanged. A Stock split is done by a publicly-traded company. When a company […]

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