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Salem’s Abyank Kannaa M.V. has reportedly set 21 records across academics, mathematics, memory, devotional activities and sports. His achievements include explaining complex science topics, solving advanced mathematical problems and completing a continuous 10-kilometre run in 59 minutes. (AI generated representative image) A child who can explain complex science concepts, solve advanced mathematical problems and recite…

After recovering from a cold, fever or another common illness, most people focus on getting back to their normal routine. However, several everyday objects used during those sick days may still carry germs. Cleaning frequently touched surfaces and washing reusable items can help reduce the chances of spreading infections to other household members. Here are…

Things you should never do inside an aeroplane toilet An aeroplane toilet is a small shared space used by several passengers during a flight. Unlike a regular bathroom, it has limited space, high passenger turnover and specific safety requirements. Certain habits can create hygiene problems or make things difficult for the cabin crew. Here are…

Things people unknowingly do that make their homes smell unpleasant A home can look perfectly clean and still have an unpleasant smell. Sometimes, the problem is not a dirty floor or an unclean bathroom but small everyday habits that people rarely notice. From damp towels to forgotten kitchen waste, several ordinary things can affect how…

Few musicians, let alone children, would attempt to play dozens of classical ragas in one sitting. Angshuman Sarkar from Nadia, West Bengal, has done it on the santoor, a hammered string instrument of Indian classical music. According to India Book of Records, he set the record for “Maximum Gats of Indian Classical Ragas Played on…

You ask any parent of a toddler about their child’s attention span, and you probably won’t get a definite answer. One moment, the child is playing happily with a toy; the next, they have abandoned it. They may ask you to build blocks with them, only to have their attention diverted by a plane passing…

Screengrab from Shweta’s podcast with Soha Ali Khan. (YouTube/Soha Ali Khan) Actor Shweta Tripathi once imagined herself becoming a mother. She loved children, pictured having two of her own and even had an idea of the kind of child she wanted to raise. But over the years, her views on parenthood changed. An unhealthy relationship…

Parenting often looks like a shared responsibility, but managing the everyday details can be a different story. From helping children finish their homework to taking them to classes, planning birthday parties and keeping track of their meals, family life involves a long list of tasks. And according to Mira Kapoor, it becomes easier when both…

Every time we think about “saffron,” the first place that comes to mind is Kashmir. For centuries, the purple crocus fields of Pampore, often called the saffron bowl of Kashmir, have produced the country’s most prized spice.The top variety, Mongra, is the highest quality. In 2020, Kashmir saffron received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, which…

A promotion does not always have to come with a bigger salary to feel rewarding. For some employees, being given a prestigious designation, having an impressive title on their business card or being recognised as someone important at work may hold considerable appeal. While a salary increase offers a tangible financial benefit, a job title…