Walk into almost any birthday or anniversary gathering and there is a good chance the cake appears at some point. Candles are lit, cameras come out and everyone pauses for the familiar ritual before the celebration continues. It has become such an accepted part of marking personal milestones that many people barely question it. Yet…
While Gaura Devi came into the limelight by becoming the symbol of the Chipko Movement through her brave act, Chandi Prasad Bhatt played a significant role in laying the foundation of the Chipko Movement. He had formed the Dashauli Gram Swarajya Sangh (DGSS) in 1964 and used it as a tool for forest conservation alongside…
Finding a job is one challenge. Finding one that matches your qualifications is another. Across social media, conversations around low starting salaries have been growing louder, with many young professionals opening up about the pay they were offered at the beginning of their careers. Now, an Instagram video by a pharmacist has added another voice…
When is the right time to have a second baby?- a question many couples deliberately think about. While factors like personal readiness and family planning take a seat in this, one more factor plays an important role, which is health- both the mother’s and the next baby’s. Many couples are unaware that the interval between…
The Eiffel Tower is often the first place people think of when they hear the word Paris. Every day, countless photos and videos from the landmark flood social media, making it look like the perfect travel destination. But one creator’s recent Instagram video has started a very different conversation. Instead of showing only the beautiful…
A unique grave at Arlington National Cemetery holds a serviceman lost in the US’s first fatal nuclear accident. This burial site is sealed in lead and concrete due to radioactive contamination from the SL-1 reactor incident. The experimental reactor exploded in Idaho during the Cold War, killing three young servicemen instantly. One serviceman, Richard McKinley,…
If you are someone whose idea of the perfect holiday is sun, sand and sea, Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2026 has just unveiled the ultimate island bucket list. The annual survey is based on votes from more than 207,000 readers. It ranks the world’s favourite islands based on scenery, hospitality, attractions, culture and…
20-month-old Akira with her kick scooter. When Akira was just 14 months old, she saw her cousin riding a kick scooter. The little toddler walked towards the scooter, looked at her mom as if asking for permission, climbed on, and started pushing herself with just a little support. Within minutes, Akira wanted to do it…
Gitanjali Angmo is leading a protest march to Parliament today. Her husband, Sonam Wangchuk, remains hospitalized after police intervention at Jantar Mantar. Angmo, a social entrepreneur and educationist, co-founded the Himalayan Institute of Alternatives, Ladakh. She is now spearheading Wangchuk’s legal and political fight for educational reforms. Angmo also holds a black belt in karate…
The viral clip is all over the internet. As Spain celebrated their FIFA World Cup 2026 victory, one moment stood out from all the confetti and celebrations. A clip is viral all over social media featuring Spanish footballer Nico Williams. In the clip, Williams walked up to the stands and handed his World Cup medal…
Delhi Police issues traffic advisory In a recent update, Delhi Police has issued traffic advisories for those planning to explore central Delhi today. You may want to rethink your travel schedule if you wish to explore the iconic attractions in Delhi, including India Gate, Connaught Place, Rashtrapati Bhavan, Janpath. The special traffic advisory ahead of…
Many people think about compact laminates negatively, but this kind of worktop material has been improved greatly, and now it looks better than ever. Compact laminate looks very much like wood, stone or concrete and comes in a wide variety of patterns. Also, this material is lightweight, easy to install, and resistant to daily activities….
