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Psychology says people who eat with their hands don't lack table manners, they may be preserving a deeper connection to food, memory and their rootsPsychology suggests that everyday habits often hold deeper meaning than they appear to. Eating with your hands is rarely about rejecting mo...
'I am not ashamed': Billionaire Harsh Goenka shares powerful note on what it means to be an Indian in a divided worldBillionaire Harsh Goenka's X post challenges global stereotypes about Indians, highlighting how narrow perceptions reduce rich cultures to ...
Which city is called as the Mango capital of the world?Mango capital of the world: Just 25 km from Lucknow lies Malihabad, a small town that has become globally famous for its legendary mango or...
Wealth whisperings: Quiet luxury finds voice among India’s new eliteIndian creators are redefining global luxury by blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. Designers, couturiers, and che...
From endangered plants come whiffs of inspirationFrom recreating lost vintage perfumes to evoking extinct flowers, innovators are using cutting-edge biotech and creative license. This olfa...
India’s rare bear-like hunting dog breed from Manipur joins Assam Rifles: Meet the loyal and fearless HaofaThe Haofa, a unique dog breed from Manipur's Tangkhul region, is gaining national recognition for its exceptional hunting skills and loyalt...
Why 5,000-year-old Egyptian mummies smell sweet and spicyScientists have determined that Egyptian mummies, some up to 5,000 years old, emit aromas described as woody, spicy, and sweet. The pleasan...
Kamala Harris’ plane smells, Trump spokesperson claimsThe controversy began with Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance trying to confront Kamala Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz,...
Naomi Campbell stuns in Burberry showcase at London Fashion WeekNaomi Campbell graced the runway for Burberry's showcase at London Fashion Week, where the iconic British brand unveiled its latest collect...
Smelling old booksThe almond and vanilla fragrance of aged pages evokes a sense of nostalgia, transporting readers to different eras, cultures and minds that...
Bill cancelled? Well, the bard shakes onThank the bard that we in our South Asia country don't have to take inane measures like literally - and, as is trendy these days, symbolica...
India, Taiwan exchange knowledge on preservation, promotion of mountain railwaysThe two sides recently took part in a virtual seminar -- India-Taiwan Online Forum -- on Railway Cultural Heritage Conservation and discuss...
Dev Patel's trying to understand his heritage better after being criticised for 'stealing' roles from IndiansThe actor had 'reconnected' with his Indian roots when he starred in 'Slumdog Millionaire'.
UN to launch project on creating India's intangible heritage inventoryThe UN will soon launch a project on creating an "inventory" of art forms, craftsmanship and other intangible cultural heritage of the coun...
'Intangible heritage': Exploring the cultural significance of smellsSmell is not just a sensory perception, it is also a social and cultural phenomenon. Yet, the poor nose has had a rough ride in the western...
Love how old books smell? Probably because the fragrance of coffee and chocolate is mesmerisingMaterials like books often release small amounts of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the air.
Enter the zone of tranquility: Why you must plan a visit to the French colony of Pondicherry, soon!Cobbled pathways, bicycle rides and majestic villas dot the streets of Puducherry. Come along...
World Bank, local officials discuss scope for Agra improvementOne of the suggestions was related to the running of a shuttle train between Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri for the benefit of tourists.
Private consultants not CPWD to fix Parliament HousePrivate engineering consultants will be selected soon to fix the tottering Parliament House, which has to adapt to technology it wasn't bui...
- Palaces of Samthar over fields of peppermint
The first thought of anyone going to Samthar during the monsoon would be to wish that there was something to record smell with.