Ranga-Billa Case: How the brutal murder of a brother and sister shocked the nation, inspired Raakh series and changed India’s criminal investigations foreverA brutal 1978 Delhi crime, the Ranga-Billa case, saw siblings Geeta and Sanjay Chopra tragically murdered after accepting a lift. Their dea...
Ancient forests, blooming rhododendrons, glacial rivers, log bridges: This offbeat Himalayan valley in Arunachal Pradesh offers a magical trekking experience for travellersEscape to the untouched wilderness of Ayeo Valley in Arunachal Pradesh, a hidden gem in the Himalayas. This scenic trekking destination off...
20 minutes, 1 life lesson: 60-year-old retired man takes the metro every day with nowhere to go. His honest reason can change the way you think about happinessAn elderly man, riding the metro with no destination, shared how he transforms his daily commutes into opportunities for human connection. ...
Chinese proverb of the day: 'At market prices do your trade, and mutual wrangling you'll...' - motivational life lessons on trade, ethics, honesty, integrity, cooperation, trust, business relationships and how to avoid conflict through fairnessChinese proverb of the day: A Chinese saying advises setting market prices to avoid disputes. Honest transactions build trust and prevent c...
Hormuz halt forces Middle East trade into huge rewiringA year after a US-Israel and Iran conflict, Siemens Energy explored alternative routes to Dammam, Saudi Arabia, due to potential Strait of ...
Ever dreamt of running a bookstore? This Scottish town allows visitors to become booksellers for a week. You can even stay here on rentEscape the city grind in Scotland's Wigtown. The Open Book bookstore offers a unique chance to live and work among books for a week. Visito...
Egypt’s Atlantis? Archaeologists discover 2000-year-old lost underwater city with gold, silver and a hidden templeA lost Egyptian city, Thonis-Heracleion, submerged over 2,000 years ago, is yielding spectacular treasures. Archaeologists found gold jewel...
Philippines earthquake: Aftershocks complicate recovery from quake that killed 45 and displaced thousandsA powerful earthquake has devastated southern Mindanao, Philippines. Dozens of rescuers narrowly escaped a collapsing grocery in General Sa...
Friday OTT Releases (May 29): Six new movies and shows to watch on Netflix, JioHotstar, Apple TV+New movies and web series arrive on OTT platforms this Friday, May 29, 2026. Viewers can enjoy a Malayalam family drama, a Rafael Nadal doc...
Mexico City braces for World Cup, eager to showcase food and culture amid crowds and congestionMexico City gears up for the World Cup this summer. Visitors can explore historical sites like Zocalo and Chapultepec Park. The city boasts...
Why do robins start singing before sunrise, and what science says about itEuropean robins and their North American cousins begin singing before dawn, a behavior scientists attribute to biological, environmental, a...
In 1978, a routine roadwork project in Mexico City exposed a colossal Aztec monument hidden beneath the streets for centuriesRoutine work in Mexico City unearthed a massive stone carving of the goddess Coyolxauhqui. This find in 1978 proved crucial. It led to exte...
Can there ever be a Great Indian ‘State of the Nation’ novel?Indian novels often focus on specific regions rather than the entire nation. This is due to India's immense diversity. Authors find success...
Stress, low self-esteem? Go out on a solo date, suggests top nutritionist. How spending time with yourself can improve mental well-beingNutritionist Nmami Agarwal advocates for solo dates as a therapeutic activity for mental well-being. These dates offer benefits like self-d...
Red sand, palm trees, wildlife: This Tamil Nadu desert is the perfect offbeat destination for curious travellersTamil Nadu, renowned for its temples and hills, harbors a surprising red sand desert called Theri Kaadu. Spanning 12,000 acres in Thoothuku...
'I can feel the silence': This ‘road to heaven’ has left Anand Mahindra reflecting on life’s important journeys. Where is it located and how to reach the place?Anand Mahindra shared his profound reflection on the 'Road Through Heaven' in Kutch, Gujarat, a route leading to Dholavira. This 30-kilomet...
Bangkok food vendor curbs push city staple from the streetsAcross Bangkok, aromas of garlic, chilli and grilled meat drift from roadside stalls and carts, but tighter controls on vendors threaten li...