July 4 Independence Day: History, significance and why the US celebrates itAmerica's Independence Day, celebrated annually on July 4th, commemorates the 1776 adoption of the Declaration of Independence, freeing the...
5 unusual edible plants you can grow at home for better taste, nutrition and varietyTired of the same old garden greens? Discover five unique edible plants that can transform your backyard into a culinary adventure. From th...
FMCG companies ride the heatwave to make cool gainsIntense heatwaves fueled double-digit sales growth for FMCG, white goods, and retailers in the April-June quarter. Companies reported impro...
Is IIT actually worth it? Startup founder says biggest return is not the degree, but something that can't be replaced by any AI or algoAn IIT Bombay alumnus sparked a debate on the value of elite engineering degrees in the AI era. He argues that the true benefit of his IIT ...
Served 17 years, but sacked for taking leftover tea and biscuits: Jharkhand HC reinstates govt peon, calling the punishment 'disproportionate'A Bokaro peon, Ranjeet Kumar Himanshu, has won his job back after being sacked for taking tea leaves and biscuits. The Jharkhand High Court...
No cutting trees yet, 200% stronger wood: Japan’s 600-year-old technique for producing wood is a lesson on sustainable forestryDiscover Daisugi, a 600-year-old Japanese tradition offering premium timber without deforestation. This ingenious method, originating in 14...
Darjeeling tea industry seeks Centre's support amid deepening financial stressDarjeeling's famed tea industry is facing severe financial strain due to aging bushes, climate woes, and labor shortages, leading to a sign...
Best Italian Proverb of the Day: “Happiness is made of…” - How small moments create big happinessProverb of the Day: Discover the profound truth that genuine happiness isn't found in grand achievements but in life's simple pleasures. Fr...
Heavy rain affects normal life in north Bengal, IMD warns of more downpourAn alert for extremely heavy rainfall has been issued for sub-Himalayan West Bengal until Monday, with chances of landslides in hilly regio...
West Bengal government exempts essential sectors from diesel container supply curbsWest Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced exemptions from a recent diesel supply restriction in containers. The move aims to al...
Generational wealth vs new money? ₹500 crore businessman in slippers, startup founder on investor funding in BMWA viral X post contrasts two meetings with wealthy individuals, sparking debate on old versus new money. One encounter featured a generatio...
Global, then local: How Vahdam India is aiming to scale revenues of Rs 500 cr by next yearFor Vahdam India, going global first was a deliberate move to capture a larger chunk of the pie by catering to a more evolved market, says ...
Psychology says people who take short breaks for tea, coffee or chats aren't avoiding work: What this habit reveals?Psychology says people who take short breaks for tea, coffee or chats aren't always avoiding work. Research in psychology suggests that pla...
Is boba tea healthy? Harvard-trained gut doctor shares 8 common foods that may be harming your digestive healthMany everyday 'healthy' choices like boba tea, flavored oatmeal, and diet snacks can secretly harm your gut health, according to gastroente...
Green tea vs black tea: Which lowers blood sugar betterGreen tea and black tea both offer health benefits, but when it comes to blood sugar control, green tea may have a slight advantage. Rich i...
Basmati prices may fall 5–10% as Strait of Hormuz closure hits exports"After the interim (US-Iran) peace deal was announced, exporters started buying basmati rice in good quantities for shipment to the Middle ...
Psychology says people who dip their cookies in tea or coffee are not being childish: Why small rituals help the brain slow down and feel comfortedPsychology suggests that adults who dip cookies into tea or coffee are rarely being childish. More often, they are creating a small ritual ...