Inside India’s oldest libraries that survived the Mughal era and the British rule

Situated within the historic Alfred Park (Chandra Shekhar Azad Park), Allahabad Public Library is one of northern India’s oldest public libraries. Its impressive Gothic architecture and extensive collection of books, newspapers and government publications make it a significant cultural landmark of India. These ancient libraries not only preserved but kept intact the literary and intellectual…

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“She made me not leave Google”: Sundar Pichai on his beautiful love story and how wife Anjali helped him become the Google CEO

Long before steering Google through the tech revolution, Sundar Pichai was just a quiet college kid navigating the chaotic campus of IIT Kharagpur. He wasn’t dreaming of Silicon Valley boardrooms yet; he was just trying to catch the eye of a classmate named Anjali Haryani. While he buried his head in metallurgy and she tackled…

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When your child says “I can’t do it,” avoid saying “You can”; Psychologist explains what to say instead |

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,”…

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Meet Chirag Maru, a ’16 mala’ practitioner and silver medalist at IIT, who beautifully aces his academics by embracing spirituality

Photo: @iit_wale_prabhu/ Instagram For years, the debate around spirituality and academics has often been framed as a trade-off, where choosing one meant sacrificing time and focus for the other.But, is it even true, and does one really have to choose between one, or is it just a perspective of looking at thingsNow, this idea is…

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Flower Of Kent Apple Tree: Newton’s apple tree, ‘Flower of Kent’ is 350 years old and still growing: What is this ‘rare’ variety, and where can it be found in the world?

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…

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Actor Celina Jaitly advises women to get a prenup before marriage; shares her gut-wrenching story to keep her children’s joint custody

Celina Jaitly recommends prenuptial agreements for women with personal assets. She shared her painful divorce experience where her sons delivered the notice. Jaitly stressed the importance of financial independence even in loving relationships. Disagreements can escalate into disputes over property and assets. She advised women to safeguard their wealth and protect their families. Marriage is…

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