The clips have gone viral on social media. When ministers from across Europe gathered in Luxembourg on Thursday to discuss climate policies, one moment quickly stole the spotlight. Swedish climate minister Romina Pourmokhtari brought her 3-year-old son, Adam, to the EU council meeting to highlight the benefits of parental leave policies that don’t force women…
Turkish proverb of the day (Image generated via Google Gemini) Picture trying to coax a snake out of its hole. It is hiding, wary, and quite capable of biting. Force will not work, and threats will only make it retreat further in. According to an old Turkish proverb, though, there is one thing that can…
Transform your kitchen scraps into fresh coriander with simple home gardening tips. Discover how to easily grow this essential herb from discarded roots or seeds in small pots. Learn about optimal soil, sunlight, and watering techniques to ensure a continuous supply of fragrant leaves, making your daily cooking a breeze and saving frequent market trips….
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…
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,…
When it comes to choosing between Delhi and Noida for real estate investment, ₹1 crore is a significant budget. But in 2026, where does that money stretch further—Delhi or Noida? The answer totally depends on what your priorities are. Whether you value location over space, heritage over amenities, or stability over investment. Recent industry reports…
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…
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…