Mint feels almost designed for kitchens. Its refreshing scent naturally complements cooking spaces, and its leaves can be used in teas, chutneys, summer drinks, salads, and desserts. Unlike many indoor plants, mint grows vigorously. In fact, gardeners often joke that stopping mint from growing is harder than helping it grow. A sunny windowsill and moderate…
JEE Advanced AIR 1, Shubham Kumar, credits family’s sacrifices for his success For JEE Advanced AIR 1 Shubham Kumar, success wasn’t something he didn’t expect, for the topper had been preparing for the entrance exam for two years. The 18-year-old, who hails from Bihar’s Gaya scored 330 marks out of 360. While Kumar’s achievement is…
Ace industrialist Harsh Goenka recently shared a picture of a notice he said he had personally seen at a hotel in Gstaad, Switzerland. If you read the notice displayed at Hotel Arc-en-Ciel in the Swiss resort town of Gstaad, it shares a list of must-follow set of rules specifically meant for their “Dear guests from…
India is home to some of the world’s most beautiful and colourful parrot species in the world, with 12 different types of parrots found across the subcontinent. While the most familiar green ones are often spotted painting the skies in groups during the mornings and evenings. Yet, there are several other stunning Indian parrot species…
For many, snakes inspire fear, mystery, caution and fascination. And sometimes, all feelings at once. But in several parts of the world, the slithering creatures are respected, celebrated and considered angels. Snakes are woven into religious beliefs, folklore and cultural traditions. But it’s not just India but villages in Italy too where snakes are revered….
Image courtesy: Instagram/@vaibhav_sooryavanshi09 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s sporting success is a witness to all. The young cricketer has become the first player in IPL history to win five major individual awards in a single season. While his scorecard is what the world sees, behind the Baby Boss’ recording-breaking hits are the many sacrifices his family, especially…
Known primarily as an industrial and manufacturing hub, Oragadam is gradually witnessing residential development alongside its industrial expansion. The growth of automobile, electronics, and manufacturing industries has created residential demand among the professionals who are working in the area. Improved infrastructure and better connectivity with the main part of Chennai city is making Oragadam an…
World Reef Awareness Day rolls around every year on June 1 to remind us about coral reefs, some of the most vital natural assets we have on Earth. These underwater habitats hold an incredible amount of marine life, protect our beaches from washing away, and keep millions employed through fishing and tourism. And when you…
Dua Lipa tied the knot with her beloved Callum Turner in a private ceremony in London. Several images taken by the international media are circulating online and have taken social media by storm. She isn’t just a pop star with Grammy-winning hits and Billboard-breaking albums; she has also become a symbol of modern female empowerment,…
Chinese proverb of the day (Image: AI-generated) Beauty is one of those subjects people never seem to stop talking about.Every generation has its own idea of what looks attractive. A hairstyle admired in one decade may become a source of amusement in the next. Fashion changes. Makeup trends change. Even ideas about confidence and self-expression…