Finding love has become a lot more complicated in the age of dating apps, but a simple idea from Finland is reminding people that real-life connections can happen in the most ordinary places. A unique system using pink shopping baskets at some supermarket chains has gone viral after a social media video introduced the concept … Read more
Monsoon season brings mosquitoes and mosquito-borne illnesses like dengue and malaria. Several home remedies offer effective and health-friendly mosquito protection. Essential oils such as neem and citronella can be used in sprays or diffusers. Camphor and garlic sprays create natural barriers against these bothersome insects. Certain plants and lemon with cloves also help deter mosquitoes … Read more
Nature has long shaped Japanese culture, and nowhere is this more evident than in its baby names. Inspired by the changing seasons, delicate blossoms and the fleeting beauty of spring, many Japanese baby girl names carry meanings that reflect harmony, renewal and grace. Among these, cherry blossoms, or sakura, hold a special place, symbolising beauty, … Read more
Kitchen sinks are one of the busiest areas within every household. This makes them susceptible to stains from food leftovers, hard water, oil, coffee, tea, and normal use. However, scrubbing is not the best way to handle stains, as some materials used in sink production get scratched during the process. Luckily, there are various easy … Read more
To explain his point further, Acharya Prashant used the example of a tree. “Love is like this: the seed may be mine, but I have planted it, given it water and nourishment. Now its roots must go deep,” he said. He said many parents unknowingly keep children in a comfort zone because they believe it … Read more
Have you ever looked at someone’s job title and thought, “How on earth did they get there from where they started?” Leena Nair’s story is one of those journeys that makes you pause. A girl from the quiet streets of Kolhapur, growing up in a traditional Indian household, now sits at the top of a … Read more
Walk past most offices late in the evening and you’ll see a familiar scene: A handful of people still at their desks, faces lit by screens, finishing “just one more thing.” It’s tempting to label them as the most dedicated or hardworking. But psychology paints a more complex, very human picture. When people are consistently … Read more
India is a land of temples; new, old and ancient, each with its own story, history, and timeless spiritual legacy. But ever heard of a temple where Muslims, too, come to offer their prayers and seek blessings? You read that right. Set atop a hill around 50 km from Pune in Maharashtra, there’s a historic … Read more
It was supposed to be a beautiful moment. A mother worked hard, saved her money, and bought her daughter a brand new Honda as a graduation gift, complete with a big pink bow on the front. A surprise. A celebration. A mother’s way of saying, “I am proud of you, and I want to give … Read more
Instagram/@coach_amitkumar So this is one of those ‘zero civic sense’ scenes that makes your blood boil. A seemingly ordinary train journey has triggered a larger conversation about civic responsibility and parenting that shape India’s travel culture. A video is doing rounds on the internet which is shared on Instagram by creator @coach_amitkumar (Amit Kumar). He … Read more