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News18
16-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- News18
‘Magic Water': Ankita Lokhande's Secret For Glowing Skin, Peaceful Mind
Last Updated: No fancy creams or high-end treatments, Ankita Lokhande's glow is homegrown, quite literally. Television star Ankita Lokhande has long been admired not just for her acting chops but for her disciplined wellness routine that's giving fans serious lifestyle inspiration. Known for her powerful roles and glowing screen presence, the Pavitra Rishta actress recently made an appearance on Rubina Dilaik's podcast and opened up about the real secret behind her radiant skin, healthy body, and inner peace. No fancy creams or high-end treatments here, Ankita's glow is homegrown, quite literally. She revealed that her morning routine includes drinking what she calls 'magic water", infused with saffron and charged with positive affirmations. Speaking about her morning routine, the actress shared, 'After I wake up, I start my day by consuming soaked methi seeds and dalchini water. Then I take a spoonful of a homemade mix made from ajwain, jeera and saunf." She added, 'Along with that, I take aloe vera, a clove of garlic, saffron-infused water and a Vitamin C capsule as part of my morning intake. I actually started consuming this after I woke up, and this has brought a lot of changes in me." She added that she begins her day with 1.5 to 2 litres of water. After that comes a special juice made from beetroot, coconut water, and a variety of seeds soaked overnight. 'I consume and I make sure Vicky also has it," she said with a smile. The actress discussed the importance of these healthy morning routines, saying, 'This is very important because even if you are not able to follow everything throughout the day, your morning routine helps you. This has helped my skin and health a lot. My sleep cycle has also improved because of these practices. You start feeling good about yourself." But it's not just about health, Ankita's morning also includes a spiritual connection. Her most special habit is what she calls 'magic water". 'I give energy to that water. I talk just positively and then I drink it. That's how I start my day. It's amazing. You have to do nothing. Just talk to that water. Give thanks to the universe. It's such an amazing feeling, I am getting goosebumps," she shared. Rubina was so impressed that she even mentioned she might adopt the ritual herself. Ankita also spoke about her devotional practices. 'I go for my shower, after I come back, half an hour is just me and my god. I recite the Ram Raksha Stotra, Hanuman Chalisa, Sankat Mochan and Bajrang Baan. I keep water there as well and charge that water by keeping it near the temple and I drink that water throughout the day." Ankita, who is currently seen in Laughter Chef Season 2, continues to be one of the most followed stars on social media. Her fans often praise not just her on-screen performances, but also her real, relatable lifestyle tips, especially when it comes to beauty and wellness. First Published: July 12, 2025, 16:29 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.


Time of India
24-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Yogi begins day with visit to KV Temple
1 2 Varanasi: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath began his Tuesday morning with a spiritual sojourn in the holy city of Kashi by visiting Kashi Vishwanath and Sankat Mochan temples to offer prayers for the well-being of the people. visited the sanctum sanctorum of the Kashi Vishwanath temple, where he performed rituals of 'Shodashopachar' to seek the blessings of the deity for peace and prosperity in the state. Before returning to the CZC meet venue, Yogi also visited the Sankat Mochan temple to offer prayers to Lord Hanuman amidst resonant chants and Vedic rituals, participating in the traditional aarti with deep reverence. Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav also visited Kashi Vishwanath temple to offer prayers, while Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami performed religious rituals at the temple on Monday afternoon.


Time of India
21-05-2025
- Time of India
Six arrested for burglary at Sankat Mochan priest's home
Varanasi: In a breakthrough, Varanasi police on Tuesday night arrested six people, injuring three of them in an encounter, in connection with the theft of jewellery worth over Rs 1 crore and Rs 3 lakh cash from the residence of Sankat Mochan temple 's chief priest Prof Vishwambhar Nath Mishra on Sunday. Three of the six accused suffered bullet injuries in the exchange of fire with the police during a raid conducted by a joint team of Bhelupur and Ramnagar police, and special operations group (SOG) in Domri area of Varanasi late Tuesday night. One of the accused managed to escape. Police said that all the accused had served at Mahant's home in the past. SOG, surveillance, and 11 police teams were conducting raids to nab the thieves when they located them in Kodopur (Ramnagar) where they had assembled to share the booty. SOG in-charge Manish Mishra, inspectors of Ramnagar and Bhelupur police stations, Raju Singh and Gopal Ji Kushwaha cordoned off the area. "Finding themselves surrounded, the criminals opened indiscriminate fire on the police. In retaliatory firing, three of the criminals were injured. Police arrested six of the accused, while one escaped," a police officer said. DCP (crime) and ADCP, Kashi zone, Saravanan T, and ACP, Bhelupur, Ishan Soni reached the spot and a forensic team was called to collect evidence. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cruceros todo incluido a los fiordos de Noruega Yahoo! Search Results | Anuncios de Búsqueda Más información Undo The DCP said that the injured persons were identified as Vicky Tiwari, Jitendra Singh alias Golu Patel, and Rakesh Dubey, all residents of Kaimur Bhabua (Bihar). The other arrested accused have been identified as Dilip alias Bansi Chaubey of Bhagwanpur (Varanasi), Atul Shukla of Fatehpur district, and Shani of Deoria district. The CCTV footage showed three masked men committing the theft while three others assisting them in the crime.


Time of India
20-05-2025
- Time of India
Rs 1 cr jewellery, Rs 3L cash stolen in theft at house of Kashi's Sankat Mochan temple chief priest
Varanasi: Jewellery worth over Rs 1 crore and Rs 3 lakh cash was stolen from the residence of Sankat Mochan temple chief priest Prof Vishwambhar Nath Mishra on Monday. Prof Mishra also teaches electronics enginnering at IIT-BHU . Police were clueless about the thieves till late Tuesday. Police commissioner Mohit Agrawal visited the mahant's residence on Tuesday afternoon and inspected the house located at Tulsi Ghat. Agrawal said 11 teams, including special operation group and surveillance cell, were engaged for early resolution of the case. The teams are collecting evidence, analysing CCTV footage and questioning suspected persons. The CP added that all necessary measures were being initiated to ensure early arrest of persons involved and recovery of the stolen items. The mahant returned home from Delhi on Monday and found doors of his house open, cupboards in his rooms broken open and cash and valuables missing. After taking stock of the articles, he estimated that Rs 3 lakh cash and jewellery, mostly parental and of antique value, worth over Rs 1 crore, had been stolen. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch Bitcoin và Ethereum - Không cần ví! IC Markets BẮT ĐẦU NGAY Undo On receiving information, DCP (Kashi) Gaurav Banswal, ADCP Kashi T Sarvanan and several officials reached the spot. When CCTV footage was checked, two masked young men were noticed entering with bags in the afternoon and later leaving. Police held some persons for questioning following the initial investigation. Officials suspected involvement of a person familiar with the mahant's house, as the theft was executed at a time when his wife Abha Mishra was being treated for her ailment in Delhi, and family members were travelling frequently. It is suspected that the thief did not face any problem in opening the cupboards, in which, cash collected as offerings at the temple and the jewellery were kept. It also came to light that a few days ago, a locked box in a room on the first floor of the house was broken into, but since it was empty, no police report was filed. In 2010, a manuscript written by Tulsidas was stolen from Tulsi Ghat but was later recovered by police.


Time of India
20-05-2025
- Time of India
1 cr jewellery, 3L cash stolen at Sankat Mochan chief priest's house
Varanasi: Jewellery worth over Rs 1 crore and Rs 3 lakh cash was stolen from the residence of Sankat Mochan temple chief priest Prof Vishwambhar Nath Mishra on Monday. Prof Mishra also teaches electronics enginnering at IIT-BHU . Police were clueless about the thieves till late Tuesday. Police commissioner Mohit Agrawal visited the mahant's residence on Tuesday afternoon and inspected the house located at Tulsi Ghat. Agrawal said 11 teams, including special operation group and surveillance cell, were engaged for early resolution of the case. The teams are collecting evidence, analysing CCTV footage and questioning suspected persons. The CP added that all necessary measures were being initiated to ensure early arrest of persons involved and recovery of the stolen items. The mahant returned home from Delhi on Monday and found doors of his house open, cupboards in his rooms broken open and cash and valuables missing. After taking stock of the articles, he estimated that Rs 3 lakh cash and jewellery, mostly parental and of antique value, worth over Rs 1 crore, had been stolen. On receiving information, DCP (Kashi) Gaurav Banswal, ADCP Kashi T Sarvanan and several officials reached the spot. When CCTV footage was checked, two masked young men were noticed entering with bags in the afternoon and later leaving. Police held some persons for questioning following the initial investigation. Officials suspected involvement of a person familiar with the mahant's house, as the theft was executed at a time when his wife Abha Mishra was being treated for her ailment in Delhi, and family members were travelling frequently. It is suspected that the thief did not face any problem in opening the cupboards, in which, cash collected as offerings at the temple and the jewellery were kept. It also came to light that a few days ago, a locked box in a room on the first floor of the house was broken into, but since it was empty, no police report was filed. In 2010, a manuscript written by Tulsidas was stolen from Tulsi Ghat but was later recovered by police.