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Arabic proverb of the day (Image generated via Google Gemini) A man once left his camel untied, explaining that he was trusting God to keep it safe. The reply he received became one of the most quietly practical pieces of wisdom ever spoken. Trust in God, he was told, but tie your camel. In other…
In a latest update, the government of India has announced plans to revise passport application fees across several categories. The new charges will come into effect from July 1, 2026, making fresh passports, reissues and Tatkal services more expensive than ever. For travellers, a passport is the first travel document needed to explore the world….
It’s hard to imagine that visiting a temple can help ease diabetes. But in the quiet village of Koilvenni in Tamil Nadu, thousands of devotees believe that a visit to the ancient Karumbeswarar Temple helps. Popular as India’s “Diabetes Temple,” the Karumbeswarar Temple has gained immense popularity for a unique ritual involving sugar, ants, and…
Buzzing houseflies are more than just a nuisance; they pose health risks. These persistent pests are drawn to open dustbins, decaying organic waste, and standing water, making your home a breeding ground. Uncovered food and poorly ventilated, warm areas also attract them. Keeping your home clean, sealing waste, fixing leaks, and ensuring good ventilation are…
Social media was once seen as a harmless way for young people to connect, learn and entertain themselves. Today, that perception is rapidly changing. Governments around the world are facing growing pressure from parents, educators and child psychologists who argue that unrestricted access to social media can expose children to cyberbullying, harmful content, privacy risks…
Ask someone what they remember about homemade ghee, and chances are they won’t begin with its health benefits or religious significance. They’ll remember the smell drifting through the house as their grandmother prepared it, the extra spoonful secretly added to dal by their mother, or hot rotis arriving straight from the tawa with melting ghee…
It usually begins with a sentence that sounds impossible to argue with. “Everyone in my class has a phone.” Sometimes it comes during the school pickup. Sometimes at bedtime. Sometimes right after a birthday party where another child proudly showed off a new smartphone. And suddenly, the debate enters your home. Your 10-year-old says they…
Should teenagers contribute financially once they start earning? It is a question that has divided parents for years, and one that has once again sparked heated debate online. A mother recently went viral after revealing that she plans to charge her 15-year-old daughter $75 (around ₹6,400) a month in rent and food costs after the…
A post is going viral on Instagram for an Indian traveller’s personal take on European destinations. But the video by traveller Anmol Raina (@anmolraina13) has sparked an unexpected conversation among travel enthusiasts after he stated, “Noida is better than Europe”. He meant that Indian cities like Delhi, Noida or Gurugram offered him a better overall…
If you grew up in an Indian household, chances are hair oiling wasn’t optional. Someone in the family was always chasing you around with a bottle of warm coconut oil. Sunday afternoons meant a long champi session, followed by tightly braided hair and strict instructions not to wash it off too soon. Back then, it…
