Momos are one of the most popular street foods in urban India. Their soft dough, spicy fillings, and quick preparation make them an easy go-to snack when you are out and about. But if you are eating them regularly, you are likely underestimating the health risks involved. Many momos sold in street stalls use refined, bleached flour and are prepared under questionable hygiene conditions. Add sodium-rich chutneys and fried versions to the mix, and what seems like a harmless treat can become a source of hidden calories, food-borne illness and long-term metabolic strain. If you are hooked on momos, knowing the real cost to your health may make you rethink just how often you indulge.

How momos make you gain weight

Momos may look light, but their nutritional profile tells a different story. Street-style momos are often made with bleached refined flour (maida), which lacks fibre and digests very rapidly. This causes sharp rises in blood sugar after a plate of momos, and repeated spikes make it easier for your body to store fat. On top of that, fried momos soak up a lot of oil, adding substantial calories without making you feel full for long. Over time, if momos become a frequent snack, multiple times a week, they quietly push your calorie intake up, encouraging gradual weight gain and impairing your body’s ability to regulate insulin effectively.Many nutritionists point out that regular intake of refined carbs and oily fillings creates a cycle of cravings, unstable blood sugar, and excess calorie consumption. Combined with lack of protein and fibre, this makes momos a poor choice for weight management and metabolic health.Key warnings you should not ignore:

Why momos is bad for your gut and immunity

Frequent momo consumption can also expose you to food-safety hazards that many people overlook. A microbiological survey of street food vendors in Delhi found worrisome bacterial levels in vegetable momos, including coliforms and E. coli. A study published in the International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences reported that many vendors handled food with bare hands, used the same cloths to clean utensils, and did not store food under proper hygienic conditions. These unsafe practices can lead to contamination by pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella and other bacteria, posing a serious risk of foodborne illness. During humid conditions or monsoon season, when bacterial growth is more favourable, the danger escalates further.Hygiene concerns to keep in mind:

How sodium levels in momos put your heart health at risk

The risk does not end with calories and microbes; salt and fat content in momos can also affect your health considerably. The chutney often served alongside momos is loaded with salt, spice and flavour enhancers. These ingredients can contribute to excessive sodium intake, which is linked to high blood pressure. When momos are fried or pan-tossed, they absorb unhealthy fats from reheated oils, potentially including trans fats. Regular consumption of foods high in sodium and unhealthy fats places strain on your cardiovascular system, increases the burden on your arteries, and may lead to elevated cholesterol over time.Key dietary risks you may be overlooking:

How momos causes poor digestion and nutritional imbalance

If momos have become your regular snack, you may also be doing damage to your digestion and overall nutrition. The refined flour used in their wrapper slows down digestion in a way that can leave your gut feeling sluggish, contributing to bloating or acidity. Fillings often lack sufficient fibre, particularly when vendors prioritise cheap vegetables or meat-stuffing over greens. In addition, flavourings, sauces and spices may irritate the lining of your stomach, making digestion uncomfortable. By filling up on momos instead of balanced meals, you might miss out on essential vitamins, minerals, protein and fibre, leading to nutritional gaps over time.Digestive issues associated with overconsumption:

Healthier alternatives that satisfy your momo cravings but protect your health

You do not have to give up your momo cravings entirely to protect your health. There are smarter ways to enjoy this snack without exposing yourself to excessive salt, unhealthy fat or hygiene risks. Resorting to homemade or carefully chosen restaurant versions can help you satisfy the texture and flavour of momos while retaining better nutritional balance. Whole-grain or multigrain wrappers, steamed cooking, and careful selection of fillings can turn this favourite street snack into a more wholesome option.Better choices to try instead:

Could a momo obsession slowly push you toward long-term disease?

A momo habit might seem harmless in the short run, but long-term overconsumption can slowly push you toward serious health concerns. Refined carbohydrates, excess salt and fat, and repeated indulgence create a pattern that promotes insulin resistance. Over months or years, this raises your risk of weight gain, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and other metabolic conditions. Because momos are so widely available and cheap, it is easy to underestimate how damaging frequent consumption can be. What starts as a simple craving may evolve into a regular dietary behaviour that silently undermines your health.Long-term risks to be aware of:

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Please consult a healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, medication, or lifestyle.Also Read | Urologist reveals 4 drinks quietly harming your kidneys and what to choose instead

The 23rd match of the WBBL 2025 season brings a clash of desperation at the Karen Rolton Oval, as the Adelaide Strikers Women host the Brisbane Heat Women. In what can only be described as a ‘bottom-of-the-table derby,’ both teams are staring down the barrel of an early exit, making these four points absolutely vital for any hope of a mid-season revival.

The Strikers managed a solitary victory but have otherwise struggled to string together competitive performances. They are failing to capitalize on their superstar roster.

Having lost all five of their opening encounters, the Heat are in a crisis. They desperately need their first win to inject life into their campaign and halt a potentially season-defining losing streak.

AS-W vs BH-W, WBBL|11: Match details

• Date and Time: November 25; 01:40 pm IST/ 08:10 am GMT/ 06:40 pm Local
• Venue: Karen Rolton Oval, Adelaide, South Australia

AS-W vs BH-W, Head-to-Head Record in WBBL|11

Matches played: 25| Adelaide Strikers won: 10 | Brisbane Heat won: 14 | Tied: 01

Karen Rolton Oval Pitch Report:

The Karen Rolton Oval in Adelaide tends to offer a good batting surface, promising a contest where a score over 150 could be required. The pressure will be immense on the team batting first to post an imposing total, given the recent track record of both sides struggling to chase under pressure.

Squads:

Brisbane Heat: Charli Knott, Grace Harris, Jess Jonassen (c), Chinelle Henry, Nadine de Klerk, Georgia Redmayne (wk), Lauren Winfield-Hill, Annie O Neil, Mikayla Wrigley, Nicola Hancock, Lucy Hamilton, Sianna Ginger, Lily Bassingthwaighte, Lucinda Bourke, Bonnie Berry, Grace Parsons

Adelaide Strikers: Laura Wolvaardt, Tammy Beaumont, Madeline Penna, Tahlia McGrath (c), Bridget Patterson (wk), Ellie Johnston, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Sophie Ecclestone, Jemma Barsby, Darcie Brown, Megan Schutt, Tabatha Saville, Anesu Mushangwe, Ella Wilson, Eleanor Larosa

Also READ: WPL 2026: Complete list of players to register for Women’s Premier League mega auction with their base price

AS-W vs BH-W, WBBL|11: Today’s Match Prediction

Case 1:

• Adelaide Strikers wins the toss and bats first
• Adelaide Strikers powerplay score: 40-50
• Adelaide Strikers total score: 140-150

Case 2:

• Brisbane Heat wins the toss and bats first
• Brisbane Heat powerplay score: 50-60
• Brisbane Heat total score: 150-160

Match result: Team batting first to win the game

Also READ: WPL 2026: 3 franchises that can target Amelia Kerr in the mega auction

This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.

MUMBAI: The first confirmation of actor Dharmendra’s death Monday came when his daughter Esha Deol followed by wife Hema Malini reached Pawan Hans crematorium in Juhu to prepare for the final rites. The family did not issue a formal statement about his demise.Shortly afterwards, the star’s remains were brought to the cremation ground by ambulance. An attendant seated beside the driver held the earthen pot used for the ritual.

A large contingent of fans began gathering outside the crematorium. Among celebrities, Juhu residents Amitabh and Abhishek Bachchan were the first to arrive followed by Aamir Khan, Anil Kapoor, Sanjay Dutt, Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan and Shabana Azmi. Yesteryear stars Saira Banu and Biswajit also showed up to pay respects. Saira Banu later recalled, “Dilipsaab valued and loved him like his own blood and Dharamji was inspired to get into movies inspired by Dilipsaab. He would come over and they’d share each other’s lives and issues till 2am.”Sunny Deol as the eldest son performed the Mukhagni ceremony. The Deol clan dissolved in tears, especially younger son Bobby and grandson Karan.Sadly, Dharamji’s fans and even his colleagues from the film industry did not receive information of his death in time and began arriving at Pawan Hans only to find that the funeral was completed way before. Celebrities like Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh too came in the afternoon.Fans expressed a wish to see their favourite ‘He-Man’ up close one last time. An old acquaintance displayed a picture of himself with the star that dated back decades. He sought to know if the gates of the cremation ground would be opened to allow a final darshan. Another lady escorted by her young daughter said, “We knew the end was near given his deteriorating condition and ventilator support over the past weeks. Still his passing has caused deep sorrow. The younger generation knows Amitabh Bachchan as the only superstar. But Dharmendra preceded him.”The final farewell was marked by simplicity. The ambulance bearing Dharmendra’s remains was not bedecked with flowers nor was an opportunity granted to people to see him one last time at a formal wake. The Deols eschewed this ritual.Onlookers speculated that the family was keen to avoid media frenzy and large crowds given the false alarm over the star’s death that erupted a few days ago.Among those who mourned him were Shatrughan Sinha, who expressed his grief saying, “Heart broken, pained & deeply saddened by the passing away of our dearest family friend, our elder brother, people’s hero.”

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The two most politically charged prosecutions of the season — the cases against James Comey and Letitia James — ended not with a dramatic courtroom revelation, but with something far more fundamental: the prosecutor who brought them should never have been a prosecutor in the first place. In one ruling, a federal judge dismantled the legal foundation on which the indictments rested and forced the Justice Department to confront how it allowed an unlawfully appointed attorney to lead cases of this magnitude.

How Lindsey Halligan landed at the centre of the storm

Lindsey Halligan had been a familiar face in Trump’s orbit long before she became a headline. She worked in insurance litigation, later joined Trump’s legal team, and held a White House role. Before any of that, she even appeared in the Miss Colorado USA pageant — a detail that made for easy social-media fodder but had no bearing on the courtroom battle that followed. What mattered was that Halligan had never served as a federal prosecutor, and yet she was suddenly placed at the head of one of the most powerful prosecutorial offices in the country.Her appointment as interim US attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia set off immediate debate, not because of her résumé, but because of the way she arrived in the job. A previous interim US attorney was pushed out, and Halligan was installed as a second interim replacement. That one administrative manoeuvre would unravel everything that came next.

Why the judge ruled her appointment unlawful

Federal law is clear: the attorney general may appoint only one interim US attorney before the role must be filled through Senate confirmation. The administration ignored that process entirely. By replacing one interim appointee with another, it bypassed the Senate, concentrated power in the hands of a loyalist, and turned a temporary exception into a revolving door.When the judge examined Halligan’s appointment, the conclusion was unavoidable. She had no lawful authority to hold the office, and therefore no authority to convene a grand jury, present evidence, or sign indictments. Everything she touched — including the Comey and Letitia James cases — collapsed instantly, because the law requires that prosecutors themselves must be legally installed before they can legally act.

How this invalidated the Comey and Letitia James prosecutions

Halligan did not merely participate in the prosecutions; she was the prosecutions. She alone presented the cases. She alone signed the indictments. She alone drove them forward, pushing past internal resistance and capitalising on the urgency created by an expiring statute of limitations in the Comey case. When her role was declared illegitimate, the indictments themselves evaporated. There was no backup prosecutor, no co-signatory, no safeguard built into the process. Removing her meant removing the cases entirely.The judge did not weigh the evidence or the political implications. She simply ruled that the legal mechanism used to bring the charges had failed. Without a properly appointed prosecutor, there was no prosecution.

What the charges actually were

James Comey was accused of giving false statements to Congress about media leaks during the FBI’s politically sensitive investigations. Letitia James was accused of mortgage-related fraud involving a Virginia property. Both figures are frequent critics of Donald Trump, which gave the prosecutions a political edge, but the judge avoided commenting on motive. The sole issue was whether the cases were brought by someone empowered to bring them at all.

Why this ruling reshapes Trump’s strategy

President Donald Trump, joined by Steve Witkoff, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, Karoline Leavitt, White House press secretary, Lindsey Halligan, White House Deputy Chief of Staff, Dan Scavino, and Arabella Kushner, watches play between Carlos Alcaraz, of Spain, and Jannik Sinner, of Italy, during the men’s singles final of the U.S. Open tennis championships, Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Trump’s broader effort to pursue high-profile adversaries depended heavily on speed, loyalty and tightly controlled decision-making. That strategy now faces a structural problem: if the administration bypasses the rules that govern prosecutorial appointments, any case built on such appointments collapses upon inspection. In this instance, the urgency to file charges, the removal of a reluctant interim US attorney, and the rushed installation of Halligan created a chain of events that could not withstand legal scrutiny.The judge’s decision is more than a setback; it is a warning about the consequences of treating the Justice Department as a political instrument rather than an independent institution governed by clear statutory limits.

What happens next

The cases were dismissed “without prejudice,” which means the Justice Department can attempt to refile them. But doing so requires a lawfully appointed or Senate-confirmed US attorney, a willing grand jury, and a viable statute of limitations — especially in Comey’s case, where the deadline has likely already passed. Even if the administration appeals, time and procedure now work against it.The immediate impact is simple: the prosecutions of James Comey and Letitia James no longer exist. The broader impact is more profound. A judge has reminded the administration that the law governs not only defendants, but prosecutors too — and that even the most ambitious retribution campaign cannot function outside the boundaries of appointment, authority and constitutional process.

NEW DELHI: Admissions into the newly established Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence in Jammu and Kashmir has sparked a political row after 42 Muslim students were selected in a batch of 50.The Bharatiya Janata Party, Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal protested, with the BJP demanding cancellation of admission list and questioning the merit of the students who got admission. Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah called dismissed such accusations saying that the admissions were based on merit.

What sparked the controversy?

The political row erupted after the medical college completed admissions through NEET’s merit list earlier this month. The college admitted students on NEET merit and allocated 85% of its seats to J&K residents. Eight Hindu students from Jammu were selected for the inaugural MBBS batch of 50.Following the completion of admissions, Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal staged the initial protests, claiming that a college financed by the Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board should prioritise Hindu candidates. They further argued that, as the institution is supported by donations from Hindu devotees, it ought to advance Hindu interests.Officials maintained that admissions were merit-based since the institute lacked minority status and therefore could not apply any religion-based reservations.

‘Seats should be for Mata Vaishno Devi devotees’

The Hindu outfit organisations demanded “minority” institution status for the medical college. Meanwhile, BJP demanded that the admissions should be given to those who have faith in “Mata Vaishno Devi”, arguing that “donations to the shrine board come from Hindus, for the welfare of Hindus.” “Donations to the shrine board come from Hindus, for the welfare of Hindus. We are upset with the board and the college because they did not consider this sentiment. We told the LG that only those who have faith in Mata Vaishno Devi should get admission. This year’s admission is not acceptable to people here. The rules should be changed,” said BJP’s Sunil Sharma, who lodged a protest with J&K LG Manoj Sinha.

‘Our constitution has the word secular’

Criticising the outrage over the admissions, J&K CM Omar Abdullah said that the admissions were “merit-based” and those who wanted admissions otherwise should “take permission from the Supreme Court”. He further questioned the BJP’s demands saying that “if you do not want to keep this country secular, remove that word”.“Some people do not seem to like merit-based admissions. If you want admissions without merit, take permission from the Supreme Court because as far as I know, you cannot give admission without merit,” he said.“There is a demand that admissions be given on the basis of religion, by keeping merit aside, which is not permissible according to the Constitution. Will police perform their duty on the basis of religion,” the chief minister asked. “Our constitution has the word ‘secular’. If you do not want to keep this country secular, remove that word,” he added.Regarding Sharma’s assertion that LG promised to review their demands to scrap the admission list and introduce reservations in the future, Abdullah said, “How can anyone assure such a thing? Then why are you separating the Mata Vaishno Devi University and the hospital? Then say that the hospital was set up from the donations received at the shrine, and that Muslims and non-Hindus won’t be allowed to get treatment there.”

India’s Dhruv Jurel walks off the field (AP Photo/Anupam Nath)

Young wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel has found himself under pressure after a rough outing in the second Test against South Africa in Guwahati. With captain Shubman Gill ruled out, Jurel was pushed into the No. 4 role, a position long associated with giants of Indian batting such as Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli, and one that Gill had handled confidently during the England and South Africa series. But the promotion did not go to plan. Walking in under pressure, Jurel lasted 11 balls before being dismissed for a duck, adding to India’s already troubled batting display. The shot that led to his dismissal has become the main talking point. Trying to pull Keshav Maharaj, Jurel looked hesitant and his footwork never settled. The result was a mistimed hit that travelled straight to wide mid-on.

Former India wicketkeeper Parthiv Patel did not hold back in his assessment on Star Sports. He criticised the shot selection, calling it a moment where Jurel showed little control. “Even if Tea was far away, that shot still shouldn’t have been played. He is in the side as a batter because he has been scoring runs, but this was not a controlled shot at all,” Patel said. He explained that when a batter tries to hit a ball that is outside the right shoulder towards the leg side, it often goes aerial, which is exactly how Jurel fell. Patel also highlighted the significance of the No. 4 spot, reminding viewers that Tendulkar and Kohli dominated that role for years, and Gill has been doing the same recently. He further noted that Jurel had wasted yet another chance, especially against Marco Jansen, whose extra bounce is well known. “When you face Jansen, you must always account for the bounce because of his height. This is the third straight opportunity he has let slip. He is getting to bat at No. 4, where some of the biggest names in Indian cricket have batted, including Shubman Gill who has scored heavily there,” Patel added.

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Asian stocks climbed on Tuesday, buoyed by growing expectations that the US Federal Reserve will cut interest rates in December, while crude prices steadied as traders balanced geopolitical uncertainty with forecasts of a softer oil market next year.As per Reuters, MSCI’s index of Asia-Pacific shares excluding Japan rose 1%, led by a rebound in technology names after last week’s sharp 4% drop. The index is still on track for a 3.8% fall for the month – its first monthly decline since March. Japan’s Nikkei also gained 0.8% on reopening after a holiday, recovering from last week’s 3.5% slump.South Korea’s Kospi surged 2.39%, while the small-cap Kosdaq gained 1.7%, supported by strong moves in heavyweight chipmakers SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics, which were up as much as 5% and 4%, CNBC reported. Australia’s ASX 200 trimmed earlier gains but stayed slightly above the flatline. In Hong Kong, the Hang Seng Index rose 1% and the Hang Seng Tech Index jumped 1.74%, while the mainland’s CSI 300 added 0.53%.As quoted by Reuters, investment director Charlie Aitken of Regal Partners said the return of broad gains was “classic bull equity market behaviour”, noting how markets often bounce after “a short, sharp pullback”.Rate-cut hopes strengthened after Fed Governor Christopher Waller said data showed the US job market remained weak enough to justify another quarter-point cut. Markets now expect an 85% chance of a December cut, significantly higher than the 42% seen a week earlier, according to Reuters. San Francisco Fed president Mary Daly similarly supported lowering rates, telling the Wall Street Journal she saw signs of deteriorating labour conditions.Wall Street rallied overnight, with the Nasdaq jumping 2.69% in its strongest daily performance since May 2024, reported Reuters. Treasury yields were steady in Asian hours, while the dollar softened slightly. The yen, however, stayed fragile near last week’s 10-month low, with political tensions between Tokyo and Beijing over Taiwan still simmering.Bloomberg reported a further uplift in sentiment across Asian markets, with Japanese and South Korean stocks tracking Wall Street. Traders drew confidence after Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping held talks viewed as a positive step in repairing relations following their tariff truce. Fed officials’ consistent signals of support for a December cut reinforced belief that the recent market wobble was a temporary pullback rather than the start of a deeper slide.In commodities, Brent crude slipped 0.3% to $63.20 a barrel and US crude eased 0.2% to $58.71, according to Reuters. Prices had gained 1.3% in the previous session amid doubts over a Russia-Ukraine peace deal that could eventually free up sanctioned Russian shipments. Meanwhile, Deutsche Bank warned of a potential two-million-barrel-per-day surplus in 2026, expecting a “bearish” outlook to persist even into 2027, reported Reuters.Still, crude found some support from rising expectations of a US rate cut, which could help strengthen economic activity and oil demand.

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