Indian snacks have a charm that is hard to resist. They arrive in familiar forms, yet each carries its own regional identity, cooking style and mood. A samosa is not just a pastry; it is the language of tea-time. A plate of dhokla is not just steamed cake; it is softness, tang and comfort in…
The northeastern state of Manipur contains the amazing freshwater body of Loktak Lake, known for its perfect circular floating islands called phumdis. The phumdis, which are masses of vegetation, soil, and organic matter, form an incredibly unique landscape that can be seen from outer space. Referred to as India’s “floating lake”, the Loktak Lake contains…
Gurukul education is often remembered as a distant, almost romantic idea from India’s past: students living close to a teacher, learning under trees or in simple dwellings, memorising texts, waking early, serving the guru, and absorbing knowledge in a rhythm very different from today’s classroom. But beyond the nostalgia, the Gurukul system carried something modern…
AI representational image Boston headquartered Liberty Mutual Insurance has increased its stake in its Indian venture Liberty General Insurance to 74% as of May 18, after raising its shareholding from 49% to 55.4% in Sept 2025. The Indian insurance firm had started as a joint venture between Liberty and the Videocon Group.Videocon exited the joint…
In the ongoing investigation into the death of Twisha Sharma, her mother-in-law and retired judge Giribala Singh has alleged that the 33-year-old. BHOPAL: In the ongoing investigation into the death of Twisha Sharma, her mother-in-law and retired judge Giribala Singh has alleged that the 33-year-old underwent a medical termination of pregnancy (MTP) and claimed there…
The gown, reportedly priced at around ₹9.26 lakh, was elegant in that effortless way that instantly grabs attention. Made from rich black velvet, it fit her beautifully and flowed into a long, sleek silhouette that looked stunning on the red carpet. But the real standout detail? The neckline. The halter neck design came with a…
‘Bar on board meets applies only to SRTT’ Reprieve For Tata Trusts: Maharashtra Charity Commissioner Clarifies Order Issued Last WeekThe Maharashtra charity commissioner on Monday clarified that its order freezing board meetings applies only to Sir Ratan Tata Trust and not to other Tata trusts, providing significant relief to the Noel Tata-headed philanthropic group.The clarification…
NOIDA: Eighteen months after her marriage, a 24-year-old woman died at her in-laws’ place in Greater Noida on Sunday, purportedly from a fall from the third-floor terrace that was reported to the police as suicide, but her family claims is murder.Deepika Nagar, her father Sanjay told police, was harassed and taunted relentlessly by the in-laws…
The colour of urine is often ignored, but it can quietly reflect what is happening inside the body. The colour of urine is mostly ignored, but it can reflect what is happening inside the body. From hydration levels to kidney health, diet, infections and even liver issues, changes in urine colour may sometimes act as…
Reduce Focus On Profits, Improve Transparency, Curb Misselling’Irdai has sought to link insurance company CEO salaries to customer outcomes, introduce clawbacks and increase transparency. This follows a study by the regulator which showed that CEO salaries were all over the place with key management at times accounting for a big chunk of the wage cost….