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An enlargeable map of the cities of India (Wiki) A London-based mapmaker created an extraordinary map of India over two centuries ago. It was the time when the Indian subcontinent was being mapped through surveys, military expeditions and geographical observations. Measuring nearly 2.4 metres by 2.67 metres when assembled, the hand-coloured map was dedicated to…

Optical illusion personality tests are interesting brain teasers that trick the brain and eyes into believing what a person sees first based on their thoughts, focus, and perspective. Have you also ever looked at a picture and seen an object that is completely different from what your friend sees? This is the magic of optical…

Choosing a name for a baby girl can be a beautiful way to celebrate the qualities parents hope she will carry throughout her life. Purity, innocence, sincerity and grace have inspired meaningful names across languages and cultures for centuries. From timeless Greek names associated with purity to elegant Arabic names and Sanskrit choices that represent…

Mumbai man quits 9-to-6 job, now earns Rs 2.5 lakh a month through Instagram: ‘No more EMI worries’ Can social media replace the security of a regular salary? For many people, turning content creation into a full-time career comes with questions about income, expenses and financial stability. Mumbai-based content creator Shubh Sarang faced these concerns…

For many holidaymakers, checking out of a rental has meant more than packing bags and returning the keys. Guests have sometimes been expected to remove bedsheets, wash dishes, start laundry or carry rubbish away, even after paying a cleaning fee. Airbnb’s latest policy change seeks to draw a clearer line between reasonable guest responsibilities and…

In the early days of a relationship, couples often make an effort to impress each other. They plan dates, send thoughtful messages and notice the little things. Over time, work, children, bills and everyday responsibilities can take over. Before long, the relationship starts running on routine. That’s when appreciation matters most. A simple thank-you, a…

A book published in 1687 helped change how humanity understood the universe. Written by English mathematician and physicist Isaac Newton, Philosophiae naturalis principia mathematica presented mathematical laws that explained the movement of objects on Earth and the motion of planets and other celestial bodies.Nearly 340 years later, a first edition of this historic work sold…

Mahesh Babu foundation (PC: Facebook) While Mahesh Babu is one of the biggest superstars of the South Indian film industry, he has remained connected to his roots and the village his family calls home. In 2015, the actor announced plans to adopt Burripalem, which is the birthplace of his father and veteran Telugu actor Krishna….

Photo credit: AstaGuru Auctions In 1833, British scholar and artist James Prinsep published ‘Benares Illustrated,’ a book documenting Varanasi’s ghats, temples, mosques, palaces and everyday life through 34 illustrations. Nearly 193 years later, a signed copy of the rare volume sold at AstaGuru for Rs 36.76 lakh, more than three times its high estimate of…

For the cake, you need about two cups of plain flour, one and a half cups of sugar, half a cup of cocoa powder, a teaspoon each of baking soda and baking powder, a pinch of salt, one cup of buttermilk or curd thinned with water, half a cup of oil or melted butter, two…