by vellorecity | Feb 2, 2026 | News
Many parents wonder whether they can give sugar or jaggery to their young children. The key advice from experts is clear: avoid giving any direct sweeteners to children, especially under 2 years of age.
Guidelines for Introducing Sweet Foods
– The World Health Organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months.
– After 6 months, nutritious complementary foods can be introduced, avoiding added salt and sugar.
– Breastfeeding can continue up to 2 years, depending on convenience and preference.
Sugar vs Jaggery
– Both sugar and jaggery provide calories, but sugar has no nutritional value.
– Jaggery contains some natural nutrients like iron, but that does not mean it can be freely given to children after 2 years.
– Excess jaggery may still cause sudden energy spikes, fatigue, and dental issues.
Safer Alternatives
– Introduce natural sweet foods like banana, apple, and other fruits instead of direct sugar or jaggery.
– Observe your child for any digestive discomfort or unusual symptoms after trying new foods and consult a doctor if necessary.
DISCLAIMER: This information is for general guidance only. Consult a pediatrician or qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your child’s diet.
by vellorecity | Feb 2, 2026 | News
Gold and silver prices, which had touched record highs in recent days, have registered a slight decline today.
On Thursday, gold prices had increased by ₹40 per gram and ₹320 per sovereign, with one gram priced at ₹12,440 and one sovereign (8 grams) at ₹99,520. Silver prices also surged, rising by ₹2 per gram and ₹2,000 per kilogram, taking the price to ₹224 per gram and ₹2,24,000 per kilogram, continuing its record-breaking rally.
However, prices eased marginally today. The price of gold has fallen by ₹60 per gram and ₹480 per sovereign. As per the latest rates, one gram of gold is now selling at ₹12,380, while one sovereign is priced at ₹99,040.
Silver prices have also declined today. The metal has dropped by ₹3 per gram and ₹3,000 per kilogram, with the current rate standing at ₹221 per gram and ₹2,21,000 per kilogram.
Gold Price Trend (Recent Days – Per Sovereign):
– December 19, 2025 – ₹99,040
– December 18, 2025 – ₹99,520
– December 17, 2025 – ₹99,200
– December 16, 2025 – ₹98,800
– December 15, 2025 – ₹1,00,120
– December 14, 2025 – ₹98,960
– December 13, 2025 – ₹98,960
– December 12, 2025 – ₹98,960
– December 11, 2025 – ₹96,400
– December 10, 2025 – ₹96,240
Despite today’s dip, gold and silver prices continue to trade at historically high levels, with market observers closely tracking global trends, investor demand, and currency movements for further direction.
by vellorecity | Feb 2, 2026 | News
| December 19, 2025 – Friday | Margazhi 04 | Visuvavasu Year |
| Auspicious Timings |
| Morning |
09:15 AM – 10:15 AM |
| Evening |
1:45 PM – 2:45 PM |
| Shubh Hora Timings |
| Morning |
6-9,10-10.30 AM |
| Evening |
1-3, 5-6, 8-11 PM |
| Inauspicious Timings |
| Emakandam |
10:30 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Gulikai |
07:30 AM – 09:00 AM |
| Rahu |
03:00 AM – 04:30 PM |
| Astrological Details |
| Thithi |
Amavasai |
| Nakshatram |
Kettai |
| Chandrashtamam |
Bharani |
| Sulam |
West |
| Remedy |
Jaggery |
by vellorecity | Feb 2, 2026 | News
சந்தன மரத்திற்கு சந்தையில் உள்ள அதிக தேவை, உயர்ந்த விலை மற்றும் நீண்டகால லாப வாய்ப்பு ஆகிய காரணங்களால், சந்தன சாகுபடி தற்போது விவசாயிகளிடையே பெரும் வரவேற்பைப் பெற்று வருகிறது.
தற்போது ஒரு கிலோ சந்தனத்தின் சந்தை விலை சுமார் ₹10,000 ஆக உள்ளது. சராசரியாக 18 ஆண்டுகள் வளர்ச்சிக்குப் பிறகு, ஒரு சந்தன மரத்திலிருந்து சுமார் 10 கிலோ சந்தனம் பெற முடியும் என தெரிவிக்கப்படுகிறது. இதன் மூலம் ஒரு மரத்திற்கு ₹1 லட்சம் வரை வருமானம் ஈட்டக்கூடிய வாய்ப்பு உள்ளது.
நீண்ட கால முதலீடாகவும், அதிக மதிப்பு கொண்ட மரப்பயிராகவும் சந்தன சாகுபடி கருதப்படுவதால், பாரம்பரிய விவசாயத்துடன் இணைத்து இதை மேற்கொள்ள பலரும் ஆர்வம் காட்டி வருகின்றனர்.
சந்தன சாகுபடி தொடர்பான விரிவான தகவல்கள், கள அனுபவங்கள் மற்றும் நடைமுறை விளக்கங்கள் இணைக்கப்பட்டுள்ள காணொளியில் !!!
by vellorecity | Feb 2, 2026 | News
ரயில் புறப்படுவதற்கு 10 மணி நேரத்திற்கு முன்பே டிக்கெட் முன்பதிவு நிலையை பயணிகள் அறிந்து கொள்ளலாம் என இந்திய ரயில்வே புதிய அறிவிப்பு வெளியிட்டுள்ளது.
by vellorecity | Feb 2, 2026 | News
Precious metal prices continued to fluctuate sharply, with both gold and silver registering fresh gains today. The recent surge has heightened concerns among buyers as prices remain unstable over the past several days.
Gold prices, which began rising sharply from December 12, have seen wide swings. After touching a record high of ₹1,00,120 per sovereign on December 15, prices dipped briefly before rebounding again. Today, gold has moved up once more, reinforcing the volatile trend seen in recent sessions.
Today’s Gold Rate Highlight (18.12.2025)
- ₹12,440 per gram
- ₹99,520 per sovereign
Gold rose by ₹40 per gram and ₹320 per sovereign compared to yesterday.
Experts say gold prices are expected to remain volatile in the coming days due to ongoing global and domestic market factors.
Silver prices are also witnessing a strong upward momentum, often mirroring gold’s movement. After touching new highs earlier this month, silver dipped marginally before surging again to a fresh record today.
Today’s Silver Rate Highlight (18.12.2025)
- ₹224 per gram
- ₹2,24,000 per kilogram
Silver increased by ₹2 per gram and ₹2,000 per kilogram.
Gold Price Trend (Recent Days – Per Sovereign)
- 18.12.2025 – ₹99,520
- 17.12.2025 – ₹99,200
- 16.12.2025 – ₹98,800
- 15.12.2025 – ₹1,00,120
- 14.12.2025 – ₹98,960
- 13.12.2025 – ₹98,960
- 12.12.2025 – ₹98,960
- 11.12.2025 – ₹96,400
- 10.12.2025 – ₹96,240
With both gold and silver repeatedly touching new highs, market observers anticipate continued price fluctuations in the near term. Buyers and investors are advised to closely monitor daily rate movements.
