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For newlyweds, the first Hariyali Teej celebration is filled with excitement and joy. This cherished festival symbolizes the sacred bond between Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Embracing family rituals, such as Sinjara, plays a vital role in participating meaningfully. Adorning oneself with mehndi and traditional attire amplifies the festive atmosphere. Additionally, prioritizing connections and honoring…
Candidate Count Binface poses for the media during the Clacton by-election count at the Leisure Centre in Clacton on Sea, England, Friday, Aug. 14, 2026.(AP Photo/Richard Pelham) Ever since the Brexit referendum – called by a Prime Minister who had to maintain a stiff upper lip about whether he had any coital relations with a…
Sunil Amrith is the Renu and Anand Dhawan Professor of History at Yale University with a secondary appointment as professor at the Yale School of the Environment. He serves as Director of the Macmillan Centre for International and Area Studies and Yale’s Vice Provost for International Affairs.He has received the 2016 Infosys Prize in Humanities,…
In 1968, a California landowner demanded $100 an acre for land inside Pinnacles that officials valued at $17; A long legal and property dispute between the US federal government and Utah businessman Dean Brimhall over commercial activities on protected land ended with a $400,000 buyout and the demolition of several private facilities near the park…
At 80, India is increasingly a country the world has an opinion about. As India completes 79 years of independence, its global standing presents a striking study in contrasts.A Pew Research Center survey conducted across 36 countries between February and May 2026 reveals an international community divided down the middle: a global median of 45%…
Manpreet Singh (ANI Photo) India midfielder Manpreet Singh is determined to make his fourth FIH Hockey World Cup a memorable one as the team bids to end a 51-year wait for its second men’s world title.India’s only World Cup triumph came in 1975, and Manpreet believes the current side has the experience, talent and belief…
For someone sleeping on the street, a backpack may be little more than a way to carry the few belongings they have left. But the Backpack Bed turns that familiar object into something far more meaningful: a portable place to sleep. Designed for people experiencing homelessness, the emergency shelter combines mobility with protection, allowing users…
The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has released its 2026 examination calendar, outlining tentative dates for several recruitment tests and results. The 72nd Integrated CCE preliminary exam is scheduled for October 25 for 1,189 vacancies. The calendar also covers the 71st CCE, Judicial Services, Prosecution Officer, Auditor, Research Officer and other examinations. The Bihar Public…
Actor R Madhavan has often spoken about raising his son Vedaant Madhavan with strong values and discipline, despite his privileged background. Vedaant, 20, who is an international freestyle swimmer, has represented India in many championships. In a recent interview, Madhavan spoke about his parenting style for his son. The actor also admitted that while Vedaant…
Why are train coaches blue, red or green? Here’s what their colours actually mean If you have travelled by train in India, you may have noticed that railway coaches do not all look alike. Some are the familiar blue, while many newer trains have red coaches. Others feature different colours and liveries.It is easy to…
