by Interns_team | Feb 24, 2026 | Health, News
Head lice are tiny parasitic insects that spread easily from person to person. They can transfer through shared combs, towels, bedding, or close contact. Apart from feeding on blood, lice cause intense itching, which may lead to scratching, scalp irritation, and even damage to hair roots.
Children – especially school-going girls – are more commonly affected due to close interaction in classrooms. Since lice multiply quickly, early treatment is important to prevent further spread.
Here are some commonly used home remedies that may help manage lice problems:
1. Neem Leaves and Basil
Neem is known for its antimicrobial properties, while basil may help soothe the scalp. Grinding neem and basil leaves into a paste and applying it to the scalp roots twice a week may help reduce lice activity.
2. Coconut Oil and Camphor
Powdered camphor mixed with coconut oil can be applied to the scalp and left overnight. Washing hair the next morning may help eliminate lice. Camphor is believed to have anti-parasitic properties.
3. Salt and Vinegar Spray
A mixture of salt and vinegar sprayed onto the scalp roots and left for about two hours before washing may help loosen lice and nits.
4. Garlic and Lemon Juice
Garlic has a strong odor that lice may find uncomfortable. Applying a paste of crushed garlic mixed with a little lemon juice to the scalp for 30 minutes before rinsing may assist in lice removal. This can be done once a week.
5. Petroleum Jelly
Applying petroleum jelly to the scalp overnight may help suffocate lice. The next morning, apply coconut oil and comb thoroughly with a lice comb before washing.
Additional Tips
– Use a fine-toothed lice comb regularly. – Avoid sharing personal hair accessories. – Wash bedding, towels, and clothing in hot water to prevent reinfestation.
Final Note
Head lice are common and manageable with timely care and hygiene practices. Prompt action can prevent spreading and reduce scalp irritation.
Disclaimer: This content is provided for informational purposes only and is prepared to avoid any misunderstandings or issues. It should not be considered professional medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional for persistent or severe scalp conditions.
by Interns_team | Feb 24, 2026 | Gold News, News
Gold prices in Chennai continue their upward trend, reaching a new record high and shocking jewellery buyers across the city. The steady rise in gold rates has made it increasingly difficult for customers planning wedding or investment purchases.
Gold Price in Chennai Today
After a sharp increase at the beginning of the week, gold prices have risen again today.
Gold (22 Carat) per gram: ₹14,890 (up ₹30)
Gold (22 Carat) per sovereign (8 grams): ₹1,19,120 (up ₹240)
On the previous trading day, gold had surged significantly:
Per gram – ₹14,860 (up ₹180)
Per sovereign – ₹1,18,880 (up ₹1,440)
This consistent rise has pushed gold prices to fresh all-time highs in Chennai.
Silver Price in Chennai Today
While gold continues to climb, silver prices have slightly declined today.
Silver per gram: ₹290 (down ₹10)
Silver per kg (bar silver): ₹2,90,000
Silver had witnessed an increase yesterday before correcting today.
Gold Price Trend – Last 5 Days (22 Carat per Sovereign)
23-02-2026: ₹1,18,880
22-02-2026: ₹1,17,440
21-02-2026: ₹1,17,440
20-02-2026: ₹1,15,360
19-02-2026: ₹1,16,000
The data clearly shows a strong upward momentum in Chennai gold prices over the past week.
Silver Price Trend – Last 5 Days (Per Gram)
23-02-2026: ₹300
22-02-2026: ₹290
21-02-2026: ₹290
20-02-2026: ₹270
19-02-2026: ₹270
by vellorecity | Feb 24, 2026 | Auspicious day, News
| February 24, 2026 – Tuesday | Masi 12 | Visuvavasu Year |
| Auspicious Timings |
| Morning |
07:31 AM – 09:00 AM |
| Evening |
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM |
| Inauspicious Timings |
| Emakandam |
09:00 AM – 10:30 AM |
| Gulikai |
12:00 PM – 01:30 PM |
| Rahu |
03:00 PM – 04:30 PM |
| Astrological Details |
| Thithi |
Ashtami |
| Nakshatram |
Karthigai
|
| Chandrashtamam |
Chithirai |
| Sulam |
North |
| Remedy |
Milk |
by vellorecity | Feb 23, 2026 | Business Tips, News
In today’s business world, there’s a common misconception – that more leads means more sales. But experience teaches us otherwise.
The truth is, more leads without qualification only means more work, more calls, more follow-ups, and, most often, more disappointments.
When our team spends time and energy chasing unqualified leads, they face repeated “no” or “not interested” responses. Over time, this repetition starts reprogramming their mindset – they begin to expect rejection even before making the next call. Their confidence drops. Their energy fades. And they start believing that “no” is the normal outcome.
That’s not how winning teams are built.
Instead, imagine a team working only on qualified leads – prospects who have a real need, genuine interest, and the capacity to buy. When the team approaches these leads with proper product knowledge, clarity about the client’s pain points, and confidence in the value of our solution, conversions naturally happen.
Success is not about chasing every possible lead – it’s about focusing on the right ones. It’s about training the team to think, analyse, and connect, not just to call and follow up.
Let’s set our teams up for winning, not for failing. Let’s shift from counting leads to qualifying them. Because when the right prospects meet a prepared team, sales don’t just happen – relationships and results are built.
– J Sampath
Founder & Managing Director, JB Soft System
by vellorecity | Feb 23, 2026 | Business Tips, News
You can be the owner of your business.
You can build the vision.
You can assemble the team.
But one powerful question remains:
Who is coaching you?
Owner vs Coach: Two Different Roles
Many entrepreneurs believe that being the owner automatically makes them the best mentor for their team. That is not always true.
What a coach can teach you,
what a coach can teach your team,
and what you can teach your team
are completely different dimensions of growth.
An owner operates from responsibility.
A coach operates from perspective.
And perspective changes performance.
A Coach Has No Emotional Bondage
As business owners, we are emotionally attached to our ideas, our employees, our methods, and our past decisions.
This attachment sometimes blocks objectivity.
A coach focuses purely on performance, without ego, without bias, and without emotional bondage. His goal is simple: improvement.
There Is No One Method for All
One of the biggest mistakes in leadership is assuming,
“What worked for me will work for everyone.”
A good coach understands that every individual is different, every team has different strengths, and every stage of business needs a different strategy.
There is no single formula that applies to all.
A coach identifies where correction is required, where improvement is possible, where feedback must be given, where motivation is needed, where pressure must be applied, and where patience must be shown.
A Coach Sees What You Cannot See
When you are inside the field, you cannot see the full field.
You are busy handling sales, clients, payments, hiring, operations, and constant firefighting.
A coach stands outside and sees patterns such as repeated mistakes, skill gaps, leadership weaknesses, process inefficiencies, and performance bottlenecks.
He corrects the system, not just the symptom.
Owners Build Vision. Coaches Build Performance.
As an owner, you define where the business should go.
As a coach, he ensures the team becomes capable of reaching there.
Vision without performance leads to frustration.
Performance without vision becomes directionless.
When both combine, growth becomes inevitable.
Coaching Is Not a Luxury. It Is a Multiplier.
Many small and mid-sized business owners think coaching is only for large corporates. That is a myth.
In reality, growing businesses need coaching more than established ones because mistakes are costlier, team alignment is critical, and leadership maturity determines scaling speed.
A coach does not run your business.
He strengthens the person running the business.
And that makes all the difference.
Business Tip
If you want your team to grow faster than your limitations, have a coach.
Business Tips by J. Sampath
Founder & CEO, JB Soft System
by Interns_team | Feb 23, 2026 | Gold News, News
Gold prices in Chennai have surged sharply at the start of the week, reaching a new all-time high and shocking jewellery buyers. The continuous rise in gold rates has created concern among customers planning to make purchases.
Today’s Gold Rate (22 Carat)
Per gram: ₹14,860 (↑ ₹180)
Per sovereign (8 grams): ₹1,18,880 (↑ ₹1,440)
The sudden spike has pushed gold prices to record levels in the city.
Silver Price Update
Silver prices have also increased alongside gold:
Per gram: ₹300 (↑ ₹10)
Per kg (bar silver): ₹3,00,000
The steady upward trend in precious metal prices is impacting both investors and jewellery buyers.
Last 5 Days Gold Price Trend (22 Carat – Per Sovereign)
22-02-2026: ₹1,17,440
21-02-2026: ₹1,17,440
20-02-2026: ₹1,15,360
19-02-2026: ₹1,16,000
18-02-2026: ₹1,13,840
Last 5 Days Silver Price Trend (Per Gram)
22-02-2026: ₹290
21-02-2026: ₹290
20-02-2026: ₹270
19-02-2026: ₹270
18-02-2026: ₹260
