Shravan Maas, a sacred Hindu month dedicated to Lord Shiva, begins soon. Devotees prepare for fasting, chanting, and temple visits during this period. Rituals like Rudrabhishek and Mahamrityunjaya Jaap offer spiritual benefits and healing. Offering Bilva leaves and observing Shravan Monday fasts connect devotees to Shiva’s energy. Daily meditation and complete surrender are emphasized for…
The Aquaman of Jodhpur/Instagram An old man, almost in his 80s, sits by forgotten stepwells of Jodhpur. Someone throws a plastic bag and he immediately picks it up, throwing it in a dustbin far away from the stepwells. Most travellers arrive in Jodhpur, the Blue City of Rajasthan, with a bucket list. It generally includes…
We’ve all said it at some point.“Leave it. Karma will take care of them.” It is one of those words that slips into everyday conversations without much thought. A friend gets cheated on, someone cuts the queue, a rude colleague gets promoted, and before long, someone brings up karma. Over time, the idea has become…
Reporter Kapil Raut showed grace after students heckled him during protests. He later reassured the students, stating no one was to blame. The students who jeered him later offered sincere apologies for their actions. Raut accepted these apologies, emphasizing that such incidents are part of journalism. His compassionate response brought relief to his family and…
Picking names for twin daughters can feel different from choosing a name for a single baby. Many parents look for names that sound connected without being too similar, giving each child her own identity while still creating a natural pairing. The letter J offers plenty of possibilities, ranging from long-standing classics to modern favourites that…
Not everyone has the time, or the patience, for a terrace garden that demands daily attention, but that doesn’t mean lush greenery has to stay out of reach. Several hardy, low-maintenance plants can thrive on an Indian terrace or balcony with barely any fuss, needing little more than a weekly watering and the occasional check-in….
Reading to a child may seem like one of the simplest parenting habits, but inside the developing brain, it sets off a remarkable chain of events. Long before children learn to read on their own, their brains are busy building the neural networks that will help them understand language, regulate emotions, solve problems and eventually…
Photo: Instagram/@iya_krish Every parent dreams of seeing their child reach great heights. But very few stop to ask what truly helps a child get there. Is it talent? Expensive coaching? Constant praise? Or is it something far simpler- giving children opportunities to struggle, trust, and discover what they are capable of?Eight-year-old Iya Krish from Kerala…
China is among the world’s megadiverse countries, home to an extraordinary range of ecosystems. Given its unique and varied landscapes, China is home to the world’s most unique endemic species, many of which cannot be found anywhere else on Earth. For wildlife travellers, the country is paradise. Many of these species are endangered, rare and…
Mirabai Chanu has won a gold medal at Commonwealth games Gasglow 2026Photo: X/ @mirabai_chanu Mirabai Chanu has once again brought laurels to India after clinching a Gold medal at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.The Manipuri lifter won the women’s 48kg gold with a total lift of 190kg, setting a Commonwealth record of 85kg in the…
