Hugging a crescent-shaped bend of the river Ganga, Varanasi easily claims the title of one of the oldest continually lived-in cities on earth. Whether you call it Kashi, Banaras, or Varanasi, this place has been the heartbeat of trade, religion, and learning for well over 3,000 years. To Hindus, this is Shiva’s territory. It’s a…
When temperatures start rising in the summer heat, and the air conditioner keeps running nonstop, we look for various solutions, like a thermostat, DIYs, or creative solutions, but what if it just might be in your furniture? It might sound unrelated, but it’s indeed true! But furniture arrangements and their types also play a major…
Neeraj Chopra is one of India’s most celebrated athletes and a global icon in the sport of javelin throw. Born in a small village in Haryana, he rose to international fame through his dedication, discipline and exceptional performances on the field. Chopra created history by winning India’s first-ever Olympic gold medal in athletics at the…
There are few places in India where science and landscape come together quite as dramatically as Magnetic Hill in Ladakh. On a barren stretch of highway outside Leh, travellers stop their cars, shift into neutral, release the brake and watch in disbelief as the vehicle appears to move uphill on its own.For years, the phenomenon…
Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar may be known for her food wisdom, but her take on marriage is just as refreshing. In a world where girls are still pressured to “settle down” by a certain age, she flips the script and talks about money, independence and choice. Her message is clear: get your life in order…
African proverb of the day (Image: AI-generated) Some proverbs sound calm and reflective. Then others immediately make people stop and think for a moment. This African proverb belongs firmly in the second category. It is sharp, slightly provocative and impossible to ignore. The wording feels dramatic at first, almost like something from an old story…
The goal isn’t to become cynical, but to protect your heart and your time. Here’s how: – Set clear boundaries early. Decide how long you’re willing to wait for clarity before moving on. – Ask direct questions: “Where do you see this going?” “Are you looking for something serious?” If the answers are vague, non-committal,…
Most people clean and organize their homes regularly, but according to Vastu Shastra, the energy of a house is influenced not just by cleanliness but also by the kind of objects kept inside it. In many Indian households, certain items are believed to attract stress, negativity, financial problems, or constant disturbance if they remain…
As per recent update, the Delhi government has approved renaming for several Metro stations and public landmarks across the capital. This includes prime stations in Rohini and Dwarka, along with the famous Britannia Chowk intersection in northwest Delhi. It is important information for daily commuters and travellers. The changes may seem cosmetic at first, but…
Lakshadweep you can say is closest to Maldives, that we have here. Tiny coral islands floating in wonderful shades of blue, shallow lagoons, white sandbanks and almost no crowds, the similarities are immediate. Spread across the Arabian Sea off Kerala’s coast, Lakshadweep is made up of 36 coral islands, though only a handful are open…