If you have ever found yourself in the middle of a prayer and suddenly felt your eyes fill up without any clear reason, you’re not the only one. It can feel surprising in the moment – nothing dramatic is happening around you, the words are familiar, the setting is ordinary, and yet something inside…
A colourful aquarium always catches the eye. Most people go for gold or blue fish, but red fish bring a special warmth and energy to the tank. Against green plants and clear water, they stand out beautifully and make the setup feel more lively. If you’re planning a new aquarium or just want to add…
Renowned artist Marc Chagall believed true creation stems from emotion and intuition, not overthinking. His quote, ‘If I create from the heart, nearly everything works; if from the head, almost nothing,’ resonates today, especially in the digital age. This principle applies beyond art, urging sincerity and purpose in all endeavors, with intellect serving as a…
Can applying tilak for a few hours become a decent source of income? That question is doing the rounds on social media after a man claimed he earned Rs 2,350 in around three hours while sitting near the ghats in Rishikesh. He later worked out what those earnings could look like over a month, and…
Nature has numerous creatures with surprising abilities, some with abilities that are unsettling and unimaginable. But it is interesting to know that creatures use them not only to create a fearsome image but also to survive in their surroundings, competition for living in the wild, and the need to make the most of limited food…
While encouraging communication is important, turning speaking practice into another performance-driven activity is what parents need to be cautious about. According to Dhall, parents should avoid: Forcing children to memorise speechesCorrecting every small mistakeComparing them with other childrenFocusing only on results and performanceExcessive correction can make children self-conscious and afraid of making mistakes. In contrast,…
Years from now, most children probably won’t remember the toy they got on a random Tuesday or what they had for dinner on a school night. But they often remember how bedtime felt. The voice that read one more page. The question that made them smile. The hug that came before the lights went out….
Every grand celebration needed a grand sweet, and laddoos rarely disappointed. Whether made from roasted gram flour, wheat or sesame, these bite-sized treats were enriched with dry fruits, saffron and pure ghee in royal kitchens. They travelled well, lasted longer than many desserts and became a staple at coronations, festivals and palace ceremonies, making them…
Rajni Kumari with his father Dashrath Paswan and mother Sunita Devi. (Photo credit: Dainik Bhaskar) Every morning, long before sunrise, Dashrath Paswan would quietly leave his home in Bihar’s Jamui district and step onto the road with his handcart. Some days he found work. Some days he did not. Some days he returned home with…
A recent study reveals that humans and great apes share remarkably similar laughter rhythms, suggesting this vocalization dates back 15 million years to a common ancestor. Researchers found consistent rhythmic patterns in the laughter of humans, chimpanzees, bonobos, gorillas, and orangutans when tickled. This ancient, shared vocal trait predates speech and offers insights into the…
