Imagine swimming 20 feet below the ocean’s surface. There’s no sunlight, it’s so dark that even experienced swimmers can get fazed sometime. Now, imagine a young girl of 11, performing Indian classical dance, Bharatnayan 20 feet underwater. And why? To save the sea from plastic pollution. When a strong-willed girl dances for a strong purpose,…
With the Assembly election round the corner, food politics has taken centre stage in West Bengal, allowing the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) to once more corner the BJP over what is perceived to be its biggest weakness in the state: the perception of being a Hindi Heartland party culturally out of sync with Bengalis. The…
India is set to operationalise its recently signed trade deals with the United States, the United Kingdom, and other countries soon. Earlier this month, India and the US announced that they had reached an interim trade deal, scheduled for formalisation in March. Union commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal said on Friday that the deal…
India lost Abhishek Sharma for his second duck in as many innings at the T20 World Cup, but Ishan Kishan ensured the innings stayed on course with one of the fastest half-centuries in India-Pakistan T20Is.Kishan recorded the third-fastest fifty in India-Pakistan T20 internationals.Fastest 50s in Ind-Pak T20Is (by balls) 23 – Mohd Hafeez, Ahmedabad, 2012…
Swami Vivekananda’s quote reminds all parents that problems are not obstacles to avoid but signs of growth. Shielding children from every struggle can weaken their coping skills. Allowing safe challenges helps build resilience, confidence, and emotional strength. Parenting becomes less about removing discomfort and more about guiding children through it. “In a day, when you…
All India Bank of Baroda Officers’ Union has raised its voice against the arbitrary transfer of officers in Mumbai. As per reports, the Zonal Manager, Mumbai, has transferred several staff from one region to another in mid-academic year under the guise of “administrative exigencies.” This has raised various issues for the officers as they are…
Delays in project completion, lack of infrastructure, or slow growth in a particular geographic area can result in unrealised appreciation and delayed rental income. Natural hazards, government regulations, or higher interest rates can further escalate costs or lower demand for real estate. These external factors underscore the sensitivity of real estate performance to overall economic…
The Indian rupee weakened sharply on Wednesday, slipping to a record closing low of 92.05 against the US dollar as soaring crude oil prices and global risk aversion linked to the Iran crisis weighed heavily on the domestic currency.The rupee depreciated by 56 paise during the session, pressured by rising energy costs, foreign fund outflows…
South Africa’s David Miller (ANI Photo) South Africa’s David Miller revealed that clarity of thought and disciplined execution were central to their plan against India’s mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy during the Super 8 clash.The Proteas outclassed the defending champions by 76 runs on Sunday, piling up 187/7 before dismissing India for 111. Chakravarthy, widely viewed…
A popular internet trend suggests mixing Fitkari (Alum) with a base oil for hair growth. While not a direct growth stimulant, this potent combination effectively cleanses the scalp, combating dandruff and excess oil. This healthy scalp environment aids hair retention by preventing premature shedding, making hair appear to grow faster. Experts advise cautious, infrequent use…