Surprising Facts: Legal Gold Limits, Carb Rinsing, and Unique Hotel Ratings

 Did You Know ?

1. How Much Gold Can You Legally Keep at Home?

• There is no legal gold limit for keeping gold at home in India.

• Gold possession must be justifiable by your income and earnings.

• You should be able to explain how you acquired your gold.

• Gold ownership laws in India are flexible but have conditions.

• Gold storage regulations allow keeping gold at home.

• Gold investment amounts must match your declared income.

• Excessive gold hoarding without justification may raise questions.

2. The Science Behind Footballers' Carb Rinsing

 

• Did you know why footballers often take water in their mouth and spit it out?

• This practice is called carb rinsing, a technique in sports science.

• They use a special carbohydrate solution, not regular water.

• Carb rinsing involves holding the solution in the mouth for 5-10 seconds.

• This tricks the brain into thinking energy is coming, boosting performance.

• The carbohydrate solution can be expensive, costing around Rs. 20,000 per liter.

• Carb rinsing is different from regular athlete hydration methods.

3. The Lifting Power of Helium Balloons

 

• Helium balloons are a familiar childhood fun item.

• These balloons float easily in the air due to helium's lifting power.

• Scientists have calculated an interesting scientific fact about helium balloons.

• It would take about 4 million helium balloons to lift a house.

• The combined lifting power of these balloons could make a house float.

• While impractical, this fact shows the surprising strength of many small balloons.

4. Do 1-Star Hotels Exist?

 

• 1-star hotels exist as a type of budget accommodation.

• These hotels offer very basic amenities for travelers.

• 1-star hotels typically provide a bed, bathroom, light, and fan.

• They are designed for people who need just the essentials.

• These hotels are a low-cost lodging option for travelers.

• 1-star hotels are different from more luxurious 5-star or 7-star hotels.

5. Impact of the 2024 Budget on Different Classes

 

• The 2024 budget introduces significant tax changes.

• These changes affect people across all economic levels.

• Long-term capital gains tax has increased from 10% to 12.5%.

• Short-term capital gains tax has risen from 15% to 20%.

• The budget analysis shows increased tax burdens for many.

• These tax changes have caused financial dissatisfaction among people.

• Some compare the situation to having "Tax of Europe and Facilities of Africa."

6. The Changing Value of Olympic Medals

 

• The value of Olympic medals has changed a lot over time.

• In 1896, when modern Olympics started, Gold medals were made of pure gold

• Today's Olympic gold medals are different:

• Mostly made of silver

• Only covered with a thin layer of gold

• Only about 1.34% of the medal is real gold

• This shows how the Olympics have changed over time.

• Some other sports trophies are still very valuable:

• The FIFA World Cup trophy is an example

• It's made of 18-carat gold

• 75% of its weight is gold

• This fact is part of sports history.

• It shows how the value of gold in sports awards has changed.

• The change in Olympic medals reflects changes in the games themselves.

• It's an interesting aspect of Olympic history many people don't know.