Optical illusions do more than trick your eyes — they shine a light on how your brain builds the world and, by extension, on parts of your personality. Because our minds evolved to process information quickly, they often fill in missing details and favour patterns that helped our ancestors survive. Those snap judgments tell a…
India’s booming domestic tourism, and long-distance highway travel are among the prime factors driving petrol consumption to record highs. As per recent data from the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC), some Indian states and Union Territories are consuming petrol significantly more per person than the national average. It is largely because of tourism and…
For years, many of the foods Indian grandparents cooked and ate without a second thought were brushed aside as “old-fashioned,” too simple, too humble, or not glamorous enough for the modern plate. But food trends have a funny way of circling back. What once sat quietly in steel tiffins, clay pots, and kitchen shelves is…
The forest is never silent – not even in the calmest hours, and certainly not when birds are around. But they are not chattering to kill boredom. Every chirp, call and song carries a meaning that has rarely been understood by humans. Cornell researchers have succeeded in understanding some of this bird behaviour.Though studying birds…
A few years ago, sarees on international red carpets were treated like “cultural moments”. Beautiful? Yes. Fashion-forward? Apparently debatable. Now? The saree is becoming the outfit. Not the backup option. Not the token traditional look. The actual main-event silhouette dominating global fashion conversations in 2026. Image credit : Instagram | People are tired of fashion…
“The difference between a simpleton and an intelligent man, according to the man who is convinced that he is of the latter category, is that the former wholeheartedly accepts all things that he sees and hears while the latter never admits anything except after a most searching scrutiny. He imagines his intelligence to be a…
In an exclusive interview, Dr. Abraham M. George opens up about the deeply personal journey behind his memoir Mountains to Cross, a story that stretches from the icy battlefields of the Himalayas to the high-pressure world of Wall Street before ultimately leading him toward a life devoted to social change and service in India. More…
Parents often want children to grow into confident decision-makers, but freedom can feel risky when the stakes are everyday routines, schoolwork, or behavior. The instinct is to step in, correct, and control. Yet children learn judgment by practicing it, not by being told to develop it. The sweet spot is not chaos and not micromanagement….
Selecting materials based on looks rather than longevity will cause them to wear off quickly. Water-absorbent surfaces, slippery tiles, or inferior quality fittings might seem good initially, but they will deteriorate in the long run. Using anti-slip tiles and moisture-proof materials will help ensure convenience. The bathroom is the most commonly used room in any…
The YouTuber reportedly said he did not want fake stories spreading online, especially when it came to something as personal as marriage. So instead of letting gossip pages and comment sections do all the talking, he clarified the situation himself. According to reports, Sourav shared that he respects his family’s decision and is genuinely happy…