Whether it’s applying a kala tika to a newborn, tying a lemon and green chillies to a new vehicle, or quietly celebrating a personal achievement, many people follow traditions they believe help protect them from nazar. Across India and in many other cultures, these practices have been passed down through generations and continue to be…
School leave applications are usually short, formal, and straight to the point. But one student’s letter has completely changed that image, leaving thousands of people on social media laughing out loud. A teacher recently shared a leave application written by a student named Badal, and it quickly went viral. Instead of following the usual format,…
Realistic potty training guide: A 3-day kick-start to help your toddler learn Potty training is one of the biggest milestones in a toddler’s early years, but it can also be one of the most stressful for parents. While some children get trained naturally, some take a little longer (which is completely normal). There is no…
The heavy floods in South China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region have caused devastating fear amongst the residents. Due to the overflow, 900 snakes, including venomous cobras, escaped from a farm in Hengzhou. The harrowing incident has led to the reported snakebites, as reported by local media outlets. Here’s a closer look at the agonising ordeal…
When your child says “I can’t do it,” avoid saying “You can”; Psychologist explains what to say instead No parent wants to see their child struggle. Be it difficult homework or be it a bicycle learning attempt, most parents instinctively jump in with words of encouragement. The moment a child says “I can’t do it,”…
Angelfish are among the most elegant freshwater aquarium fish, admired for their graceful swimming, triangular fins, and striking patterns. Native to the slow-moving rivers and floodplains of the Amazon Basin, these fish can thrive in home aquariums when provided with the right environment. Although they are often recommended for beginners with some fishkeeping experience, angelfish…
Imagine checking into your hotel room only to discover that someone may be secretly watching you! Scary thought, right? For any traveller, few situations are as terrifying as the possibility of a hidden camera. Let’s agree that after checking into a hotel room, the first thing most travellers do is quickly connect to Wi-Fi, unpack…
While Anshula embraced colour, Rohan chose understated elegance. He wore a champagne-beige sherwani with delicate metallic weaving that shimmered subtly as he moved. An ivory churidar and satin stole completed the look. His champagne silk safa featured a kundan sarpech finished with emerald drops—a thoughtful nod to Anshula’s jewellery. Together, they looked coordinated rather than…
The popular tale of Isaac Newton’s gravity discovery is rooted in a real event. A specific apple tree at Woolsthorpe Manor inspired his groundbreaking scientific thoughts. This ‘Flower of Kent’ variety tree, though old, has descendants planted worldwide. Its legacy continues through grafted cuttings at various institutions and universities. Seeds from this historic tree were…
Riddles have been one of the favorite leisure activities of people who like to exercise their logic and observation. Puzzles may be shared among friends, used in classrooms, and discussed online via social media. Recently, one specific brain teaser attracted many people’s attention. Although the question sounds very simple, its answer is based on playing…
