Beneath the serene Himalayan peaks lies a wilder side, home to formidable predators. These elusive hunters, including the ghost-like snow leopard and the swift golden eagle, thrive in harsh conditions. Smaller but deadly, Pallas’s cat ambushes rodents, while the Bengal tiger and Himalayan black bear also stalk the foothills, showcasing nature’s raw power. The Himalayas…
Looking at the Pai family’s high-rise London apartment from the outside, one might have seen a picture of comfort and achievement. Yet behind those luxurious-looking walls, the family’s situation was filled with struggle and exhaustion. May 2026 brought a tragic end to the family. All three members of the family- Rakesh Pai, 47, Aditi Paralkar,…
In a bid to boost tourism, India’s one of the most sought-after tropical destinations, Lakshadweep will now allow regulated liquor sales across the archipelago. With this, the destination is entering a new phase of tourism after the Union government introduced Lakshadweep Excise Regulation, 2026. The new framework is a part of a broader strategy to…
Moong dal chilla is a reminder that “old” does not mean outdated. Soaked lentils, ground and cooked on a hot tawa, made a breakfast that was practical, filling and naturally protein-forward. It belongs to that vanishing category of village foods that fed people well without ever needing a branding campaign. What makes these foods interesting…
APJ Abdul Kalam, the People’s President, is remembered for his humility and down-to-earth nature. He led India’s missile program and inspired a generation with his vision for a developed India by 2020. Kalam’s passion for mentorship and his unwavering perseverance through setbacks made him an unforgettable leader. His legacy continues to influence students and scientists…
“Just five more minutes.” Every parent has heard this at least a hundred times. It starts small. One more Youtube video, one more game level, one more reel. And before you know it, dinner is getting cold on the table, homework hasn’t been touched, and asking your child to put the phone down has turned…
For today’s children, there is another layer. Phones, chats, gaming apps, and private accounts make it much easier to keep parts of life out of view. Research on digital parenting and adolescent information management shows that modern monitoring has to contend with a far more private communication environment than past generations faced. That can increase…
One viral moment was already keeping social media busy. Then another clip surfaced.For days, discussions around comedian Pranit More’s crowd-work shows have refused to die down. The backlash over the now-viral “Rs 370 biryani” remark had barely started slowing when a different video from one of his performances began circulating online.This time, the spotlight shifted…
Sadhguru explains that true love involves self-annihilation, not personal gain or convenience. It’s about dissolving self-imposed boundaries and allowing another’s well-being to matter as much as your own. This requires a surrender that contrasts with modern culture’s emphasis on self-protection and calculation. Most of us learn to love the way we learn to shop, weighing…
Robert Frost was one of America’s most celebrated poets and literary figures. Born in 1874, Frost became known for his thoughtful poetry that explored nature, human emotions, relationships and life’s deeper meanings. His works, including “The Road Not Taken”, “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening”, and “Mending Wall”, continue to be widely read and…
