Do you use aluminum foil or aluminium containers to store cooked food? If yes, you’re definitely not alone. Many of us wrap leftover rotis, cover curries, or pack lunch in aluminium foil because it feels quick, neat, and convenient. It’s been part of everyday kitchen habits for years, especially when we want to keep food warm, fresh, or easy to carry. But have you ever paused to wonder if this common practice is actually good for your health?Why vitamin deficiencies often show up on your face or hairWeight loss food for women: 7 high-protein foods women can find anywhereMost of the time, we think, “It’s just food storage, what could go wrong?” After all, aluminum foil is easily available, lightweight, and doesn’t break like glass. But the way we use it matters more than we realise.

Why does it matter?

The fish roasted with Al foil recorded unsafe levels of metals. As per a study published in December 2024 in the Food Bioscience journal metals leached from aluminium foil into Clarias gariepinus muscles roasted at high temperatures. “According to redundancy analysis, foil area had the most influence on metal leaching. The percentage weight loss of the foil after fish roasting indicates leaching of its metal contents into the fish,” the researchers said.Another study estimated the degree of aluminum leakage from aluminum foil during baking process. The researchers found that aluminum content in the baked food, comprising Atlantic salmon Salmo salar, mackerel Scomber scombrus, duck breasts, cheese Hermelín, tomato, paprika, Carlsbad dumplings, pork roast, pork neck, chicken breasts, and chicken thighs increased by 40 times.

Dr. Chhaya Vaja, Internal Medicine Expert, Apollo Spectra Hospital, Mumbai says there is a safety concern regarding these storage methods. Unfortunately, these methods can do more harm than good. These methods may lead to a plethora of health issues. Hence, it is necessary to store food the right way. “Aluminum tends to react with acidic and salty foods such as tomatoes, lemon, vinegar, pickles, and spicy gravies. When these foods are cooked or stored in aluminum foil or containers, some amount of aluminum may mix into the food. Excess aluminum intake over long periods may lead to bone problems, kidney strain, and nerve-related issues, especially in people with kidney disease, where the body cannot easily remove aluminum. Using damaged, scratched, or thin aluminum containers may also increase the chances of leaching. Wrapping hot food directly in foil and storing it for long hours can further raise the risk of aluminium exposure,” the doctor warns.

Safety measures

Dr. Chhaya urges us not to use aluminum foil or a container for daily cooking or long-term storage. She advises: Avoid wrapping or cooking acidic, salty, or spicy foods in foil. Use steel, glass, or ceramic containers for storing cooked food. If using aluminum foil for baking or grilling, place butter paper or baking paper between the food and the foil so that the aluminum doesn’t come in direct contact with the food. Don’t reuse disposable aluminum containers, and avoid cooking food at very high temperatures directly in foil.Adhere to safe storage methods instead of getting influenced by any trend on social media that promotes aluminum foil and container usage. Be attentive when it comes to your well-being, and don’t follow any food storage methods blindly. Try to take help from an expert when it comes to appropriate storage methods. This will help you to avoid health issues linked to wrong storage methods.

Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan is reportedly preparing for a new chapter in his personal life, with multiple reports claiming that he will marry his Irish girlfriend Sophie Shine in February this year. The wedding is expected to take place in the Delhi-NCR region, marking his second innings in life.

While the couple is yet to make an official announcement, details surrounding the ceremony have begun to surface, sparking widespread interest among cricket fans and followers of the former India opener.

Shikhar Dhawan and Sophie Shine: Wedding date and venue

According to reports, the wedding celebrations are scheduled for February 14-15, adding a symbolic touch to the occasion. The festivities are expected to be lavish in scale but private in nature, with Dhawan keen to strike a balance between intimacy and elegance.

The guest list is likely to include prominent names from the cricketing fraternity as well as select personalities from Bollywood.

Reports also suggest that Dhawan is personally overseeing the arrangements to ensure the celebrations remain meaningful rather than extravagant, reflecting his current outlook on life.

Delhi-NCR has reportedly been finalised as the venue to allow close friends and family to attend while maintaining discretion around the event.

Who is Sophie Shine?

Sophie Shine is an Irish national and a senior product consultant with a global financial services firm.

Beyond her corporate career, she is also actively involved with the Shikhar Dhawan Foundation, working closely with Dhawan on various social initiatives.

Known to keep a low public profile, Shine has nonetheless drawn attention for her supportive presence in Dhawan’s life and her behind-the-scenes contribution to his philanthropic efforts. Those familiar with the couple describe her as grounded and deeply aligned with Dhawan’s values off the field.

Dhawan and Shine reportedly met in Dubai a few years ago, and their friendship gradually evolved into a relationship. The couple kept things largely private until May 2025, when they went public via social media, confirming what had been the subject of speculation for months.

They were first widely noticed together during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, where their appearances together caught the attention of fans and media. Since then, the two have occasionally shared glimpses of their time together, while largely keeping their relationship away from constant public scrutiny.

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A new beginning for Shikhar Dhawan after a difficult chapter

This will be Dhawan’s second marriage following his divorce from Aesha Mukerji, which was finalised in 2021. Dhawan shares a son, Zoravar, from his previous marriage, and has spoken in the past about the emotional challenges of that phase in his life.

Sources close to the former opener say that the upcoming wedding represents a fresh start. The couple is said to be approaching the occasion with “quiet happiness and gratitude,” choosing to focus on stability, companionship, and shared purpose.

Having stepped away from international cricket, Dhawan has increasingly focused on personal growth, philanthropy, and mentoring young players. His reported wedding plans reflect this transition, signalling a period of renewal both personally and professionally.

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Apple has stationed executives in South Korean hotels near Samsung and SK Hynix factories. The iPhone maker is desperately trying to secure long-term memory chip supplies amid a worsening global shortage. RAM prices have skyrocketed by as much as 300% since mid-2025, forcing tech giants to take extraordinary measures.According to The Korea Economic Daily, Apple’s purchasing teams have taken up semi-permanent residence at hotels in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Province. They’re positioned within striking distance of Samsung and SK Hynix’s semiconductor plants. The goal is to negotiate two- to three-year contracts for LPDDR5X RAM needed in upcoming iPhone models. A 12GB memory module now costs Apple approximately $70 per unit. That’s a staggering 230% increase from early 2025 prices.

Tech Giants camp out as memory suppliers hold all the cards

Apple isn’t alone in its Korean hotel marathon. Dell, Google, and Amazon executives have also established extended stays in the region. Local media describes this as a “semiconductor boom” for South Korea’s hospitality industry. Business hotels like the Doubletree and Nine Tree in Pangyo have seen surging demand for long-term accommodations.The memory manufacturers aren’t budging on long-term agreements. Samsung and SK Hynix are sticking to quarterly contracts. They anticipate continued price increases through 2027. Both, according to The Korea Economic Daily, are supplying server DRAM in Q1 2026 at a respective 60-70% rise over Q4 2025 supplies.

AI demand creates perfect storm for memory shortage

The crisis is a result of the unabated demand by AI companies for HBM3E-a stacked memory built by stacking DRAM chips. This type of memory is manufactured by stacking DRAM chips. Nvidia’s H200 AI accelerator requires eight HBM3E units each. Chinese customers alone have placed approximately $3 billion in new orders since receiving US export approval. This production priority has created severe shortages of standard server and mobile DRAM.According to industry analyst Jukan, memory now makes up more than 20% of smartphone production costs, up from around 15% a few quarters ago. One potential consequence of the shortage is that it could force Apple to raise the price of its iPhones or ship models with less RAM. The company’s efficient iOS architecture and higher profit margins, however, may make it better placed to weather the disruption than its competitors.

MUMBAI: It will be interesting to watch the contest in the lone electoral ward of the R South administrative division that was earlier held by the Congress but later slipped into the hands of the Shiv Sena following the disqualification of the sitting corporator over his caste certificate. Now reserved for women, the ward has turned into a battle between families, with the Congress fielding Ajanta Yadav, wife of former corporator Rajpati Yadav, against Vrushali Hundare, daughter of Shiv Sena (deputy CM Eknath Shinde’s party) ex-corporator Eknath Hundare, as both parties attempt to reclaim the seat.In the saffron-dominated division, the Shiv Sena (UBT) is aiming to retain its two seats by once again fielding candidates from families that have historically won here. The BJP, meanwhile, has reshuffled its slate — replacing five of its 10 candidates while retaining the remaining five or their family members — in a bid to maintain its dominance.

Rajpati Yadav had won Ward No. 28 in the 2017 elections but was later disqualified over issues related to his caste certificate. Following his removal, Eknath Hundare, who had secured the second-highest number of votes, was declared the winner. With the seat now reserved for women, Ajanta Yadav is contesting on a Congress ticket, while Vrushali Hundare has been fielded by the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. Adding another dimension to the contest, the Shiv Sena (UBT) has also nominated a candidate from the ward, a move that could split the Sena vote and potentially benefit Ajanta Yadav.Another keenly watched contest is unfolding in Ward No. 25, which includes Thakur Village, Samta Nagar and Janupada. BJP candidate Nisha Parulekar-Bangera had narrowly lost to Shiv Sena (UBT)’s Madhuri Bhoir by fewer than 400 votes in the 2017 elections. This time, Sena (UBT) has opted for a cautious strategy by fielding Yogesh Bhoir, Madhuri Bhoir’s husband and a former corporator elected in 2012. The Mahayuti alliance has retained Parulekar as its candidate, despite both BJP’s Devang Dave and Shinde-led Shiv Sena’s Shekhar Shere vying for the ticket — underscoring internal friction within the alliance.Party insiders pointed out that Parulekar, also the only actor contesting the BMC elections this time, had lost in 2017 despite BJP dominance in the ward’s high-rise pockets, and added that she is not a local resident. Dave, who has long been associated with the party’s election management, issued a public statement announcing his decision not to contest, saying hewas respecting the party’s call despite the “pain and disappointment” felt by many supporters.Despite north Mumbai largely remaining a saffron stronghold, Mumbai Congress spokesperson Sureshchandra Rajhans expressed confidence that the party would win at least 12 of the more than 30 seats across three administrative divisions. Contesting for the first time from Ward No. 26, Rajhans is pitted against BJP’s Pritam Pandagale. He claimed that strong anti-incumbency sentiment on the ground would work in his favour.The R South ward is among Mumbai’s suburbanpockets witnessing rapid real estate growth, with high-rise buildings coming up in areas far from railway stations. This accelerated expansion, coupled with high population density, has placed enormous strain on infrastructure that has failed to keep pace. The effects are evident in worsening traffic congestion and shrinking roads struggling to meet rising demand. While rail and metro connectivity has expanded, last-mile connectivity remains a major concern.Several slum pockets and rehabilitation buildings continue to face challenges in accessing basic amenities, including adequate water supply, according to local politicians from both the ruling party and the opposition. The region is expanding not only vertically but also horizontally, with population growth driven by encroachments near the Sanjay Gandhi National Park and the development of large private land parcels.Highlighting the uneven distribution of resources, Charkop MLA Yogesh Sagar said newer private buildings, slum rehabilitation and cluster redevelopment projects are being granted higher FSI, but infrastructure upgrade has lagged. “Uneven waterdistribution remains a chronic problem in these suburban areas, as the BMC has not increased water supply in proportion to the growing population,” he said, adding that many rehabilitation buildings lack fire compliance and are occupied without occupancy certificates.Several of these newly developed pockets lie nearly three kilometres from railway stations or the Western Express Highway, placing further pressure on existing infrastructure. During peak hours, commuting remains a challenge due to traffic congestion and a shortage of autos and BEST buses.

NEW DELHI: Goa’s experiment of promoting all-rounder Arjun Tendulkar, son of legendary Sachin Tendulkar, to open the innings has failed to yield results in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy.Arjun opened the innings for the third consecutive match and once again failed to make an impact with the bat. Opening against Punjab, he faced eight deliveries and scored just one run before being dismissed by Sukhdeep Bajwa.

Earlier in the tournament, Arjun opened the innings for the first time against Mumbai and managed 24 runs, before following it up with scores of 8 against Uttarakhand and 19 against Sikkim.

Arjun Tendulkar’s last four matches:

Recently, Yograj Singh, father of former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh, claimed that Arjun is being coached incorrectly.Yograj said that while significant emphasis has been placed on Arjun’s bowling, the 25-year-old is, in fact, a proper batter. During a recent interaction, Yograj revealed details of his conversation with Arjun, alleging that the all-rounder did not get enough opportunities to bat before attending a camp at his academy.The 67-year-old added that after spending around a week batting at his academy, Arjun went on to score a century on his Ranji Trophy debut.“They are focusing on his bowling; I don’t know what is wrong with the coaches. Basically, he is a batter. When he came to my academy for a camp, I was asked to take care of him. One day, he was hit by a ball and I took him to the hospital. He was fine after that. I told him to put on his pads, but he said that they don’t give him the chance to bat,” Yograj said on Ravishh Bisht’s YouTube channel.Yograj also revealed that he had requested Arjun’s former Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise, Mumbai Indians, to allow him to open the innings in a few matches, but the request was turned down.“I told him that I had never seen him bat, so we went to the indoor nets. He was on fire, hitting balls all across the park. I asked his coach, ‘Why don’t you give him the chance to bat?’ but he was making excuses. I also told him that he is a proper batter and he plays like his father. So, Arjun batted at my academy for a week and went on to score a hundred in the Ranji Trophy days later. Even when he was playing for Mumbai Indians, I had asked the management to make him open for a few games, but they didn’t listen,” he added.

NEW DELHI: Senior counsel appearing for Congress parliamentary party chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Tuesday sought time from a Delhi court to file a reply in a revision petition challenging the inclusion of her name in the electoral rolls. The panel has cited that the records in question are several decades old. The court has now listed the matter for further hearing on February 7.The case is being heard by the Rouse Avenue Court, which had issued notices to the Delhi Police and Sonia Gandhi last month on a revision petition filed by advocate Vikas Tripathi. Tripathi alleged that Gandhi’s name was included in the voter list for 1980–81 before she formally became an Indian citizen. His complaint seeking registration of an FIR was earlier dismissed by an additional chief judicial magistrate.

The revision petition challenges that dismissal. During an earlier hearing, Tripathi’s counsel argued that the matter required reconsideration, claiming there were serious irregularities in the manner in which Gandhi’s name appeared in the electoral rolls before she acquired Indian citizenship. He alleged that the name was first entered in 1980, later deleted and then re-entered in 1983 based on an application filed in January that year.After hearing the submissions, Sessions Judge Gogne issued notices to the respondents, including Sonia Gandhi and sought their responses. The magistrate, while rejecting Tripathi’s complaint at the threshold, had held that it was based only on uncertified photocopies of old electoral records and lacked legal merit. The court had also observed that issues relating to citizenship and electoral rolls fall within the jurisdiction of the central government and the Election Commission of India and cannot be decided through a criminal complaint.Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra had dismissed the allegations against her mother as false, asserting that Sonia Gandhi voted only after acquiring Indian citizenship. “Do they have any evidence? This is an absolute lie. She voted only after she became a citizen (of India). I don’t know why they are after her, even though she is about to turn 80. She has dedicated her whole life to serving the nation. She should be spared at her age now,” Gandhi said.

Nagpur: It has been more than a five-year wait for a Boeing-777 aircraft to take off after it landed at Nagpur for a mandatory overhaul in February 2020. If ripoffs are a common practice at your neighbourhood car workshop, this was exactly what was done with the Boeing at the Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) depot at Nagpur. A spare was taken off from this aircraft to fit into another plane, hoping it would be replaced with a new one soon. And gradually it was stripped of more spares and the aircraft lay grounded at AIESL’s (Air India Engineering Services Ltd) MRO depot at Mihan-SEZ here.It all began with a quickfix idea for another Boeing-777, which landed at the same time for a phase check that has a shorter turnaround. MRO engineers took out a spare from the first Boeing, which has a call sign of VT-ALL into the other plane, said sources. And then the Boeing became a strip store for spare parts. It takes around 30 days for an MRO to complete the C check mandated for the Boeing, but here it has been stuck for half a decade.

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It was hoped the fresh spare would be arranged soon, but calculations misfired. The plane cannot fly back until an airworthiness release certificate (ARC) is issued. The delay, which was expected not to go beyond days, continued for months and then years. Aircraft after aircraft flew away with some spare or other taken off from VT-ALL, a source said.This certainly exposes problems in inventory management. It’s not normal to pluck out a crucial spare from one aircraft and use it in another, a source said. Earlier, AIESL was part of Air India, which the Tata Group took over in 2022. Cannibalising the aircraft did not matter so far, as both AIESL and Air India were part of the same group. The overhaul gained speed after Tata Group took over. However, the rollout dates were extended at least 3 times. Earlier, it was supposed to fly in November, but it was extended till December, and then January. The work continues at the fuel tank, said sources. The AIESL management did not respond to TOI’s query. Later, an official requesting anonymity passed the buck to Air India.

MI Cape Town and Joburg Super Kings meet in the 15th match of SA20 2025-26 at Newlands, Cape Town, with both sides desperate to steady their campaigns after mixed early returns. Newlands’ true surface and quick outfield should again favour aggressive batting, but recent form and confidence levels could create a tighter contest than the squads on paper suggest.​

The Cape Town come into this game under pressure after a heavy defeat to Paarl Royals, leaving them in the lower half of the table and still searching for rhythm with ball in hand.​ Joburg Super Kings have blown hot and cold in the early rounds; their batting depth has produced bursts of dominance, but inconsistency and middle-overs stagnation remain concerns.​

The Cape Town, with a naturally aggressive top order and home advantage, may prefer batting first to post a total in the 170–185 range that lets their big-name attack hunt with scoreboard pressure.​ Joburg Super Kings, who traditionally back their chasing skills and depth, might lean towards bowling first if conditions hint at any early help, trusting their experience to track a target if the pitch holds true.​ On balance, JSK’s slightly deeper bowling unit and better early-table positioning give them a marginal edge, but MI Cape Town’s familiarity with Newlands and top-order quality keep this fixture finely poised ahead of a crucial evening in Cape Town.

MICT vs JSK, SA20 2025-26: Match details

• Date and Time: January 6 (Tuesday); 7:00 pm IST / 01:30 pm GMT / 3:30 pm Local
• Venue: Newlands, Cape Town

MICT vs JSK, Head-to-Head Record in SA20 2025-26:

Matches played: 8 | MI Cape Town won: 5 | Joburg Super Kings won: 3 | No result/Tied: 0

Newlands Pitch Report

Newlands in Cape Town promises a batting paradise for the SA20 clash between MI Cape Town and Joburg Super Kings. The pitch typically features true bounce and even pace, allowing openers to play fluent drives early on. A quick outfield amplifies scoring rates, with first-innings totals often exceeding 170-180 under lights. Seamers may extract slight new-ball movement, while spinners could find grip in the middle overs as the surface slows mildly. Dew might aid chasing later, favouring captains opting to bowl first in this high-octane T20 encounter. Expect a run-fest.

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Squads

MI Cape Town: Ryan Rickelton (wk), Rassie van der Dussen, Nicholas Pooran, Jason Smith, Jacques Snyman, Tom Moores, George Linde, Rashid Khan (c), Kagiso Rabada, Trent Boult, Dane Piedt, Karim Janat, Thomas Kaber, Tiaan van Vuuren, Tristan Luus, Daniel Lategan, Reeza Hendricks, Dwaine Pretorius, Corbin Bosch

Joburg Super Kings: Faf du Plessis (c), Rilee Rossouw, Wiaan Mulder, Donovan Ferreira (wk), Matthew De Villiers, Dian Forrester, Shubham Ranjane, Duan Jansen, Janco Smit, Akeal Hosein, Richard Gleeson, James Vince, Imran Tahir, Reece Topley, Prenelan Subrayen, Daniel Worrall, Rivaldo Moonsamy, Nandre Burger, Steve Stolk, Neil Timmers, Jarren Bacher

MICT vs JSK, SA20 2025-26: Today’s Match Prediction

Case 1:

• MI Cape Town wins the toss and bats first
• MI Cape Town’s powerplay score: 50-60 (6 overs)
• MI Cape Town’s total score: 190-200

Case 2:

• Joburg Super Kings wins the toss and bats first
• Joburg Super Kings’ powerplay score: 45-55 (6 overs)
• Joburg Super Kings’ total score: 180-190

Match result: Team batting first to win the contest

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