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Psychology says adults who keep separate indoor slippers and outside shoes aren't obsessed with cleanliness, they are drawing a boundary between chaos and peacePsychology suggests that everyday habits often carry symbolic meaning rather than being random behaviors. The slippers themselves are not w...
1,986 nests, 2.29 lakh eggs, 1.91 lakh hatchlings: IFS officer shares how Tamil Nadu's Marine Elite Force is protecting an ancient journeyTamil Nadu is celebrating World Turtle Day with remarkable conservation success. A dedicated Marine Elite Force protects nesting turtles an...
NGT seeks CPCB report on whether pouring milk into rivers during rituals causes pollutionThe National Green Tribunal is investigating if pouring milk into rivers constitutes water pollution. A petition highlighted a religious ev...
What lies beneath the Oracle of Delphi could matter as much as the temple above: is geology reopening one of Greece’s oldest mysteries?Ancient Greeks sought divine messages from the Oracle of Delphi. Writers described mysterious vapors rising from beneath the temple. Modern...
Why rosemary steam is becoming a natural alternative to synthetic air freshenersBoiling rosemary and water releases aromatic compounds that may enhance mood, improve alertness, and offer mild antimicrobial benefits. Stu...
In 1998, a Beachgoer Walking Along a Quiet Shore in Norfolk - An Upside-Down Tree in the Sand - Revealed a Hidden Bronze Age Ritual SiteIn 1998, an ancient Bronze Age timber circle, Seahenge, was discovered at Holme-next-the-Sea after emerging from the sands due to erosion. ...
Indri Visitor Centre: India’s latest whisky destination where craft, culture, and whisky convergeIndia's Indri Visitor Centre emerges as a landmark in global whisky tourism, offering an immersive experience that blends heritage, innovat...
Holika Dahan 2026: Exact Muhurat You Must Not MissHolika Dahan 2026 is a powerful spiritual ritual symbolizing the victory of good over evil. By performing the ceremony during the correct m...
If You Don’t Make Your Bed, Psychology Suggests You May Be Mentally DifferentPsychological research suggests skipping bed-making isn't laziness but can reflect personality traits like flexibility and comfort with unc...
Diwali 2025 do’s & don’ts: Common myths and beliefs explainedDiwali 2025 Do’s & Don’ts: Diwali 2025 approaches, bringing light and joy. Understand traditions like home cleaning and diya lighting for p...
Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Must-follow tips to welcome Bappa home with love, joy and devotionGanesh Chaturthi 2025 preparations are underway across India. Devotees are set to welcome Lord Ganesha with devotion. Eco-friendly idols ar...
Ganga aarti in Canada leaves attendees emotional, but internet has "genuine" questionsA Ganga Aarti ceremony on the Credit River in Mississauga, Canada, organized by Team Radio Dhishum, has sparked online debate. While many c...
Coffee Day 2024: From Starbucks and Barista to CCD, here are today's free and discount offers you can avail ofInternational Coffee Day 2024 celebrates coffee culture and promotes sustainability. The event takes place on October 1 with global promoti...
Ink of love: Nita Ambani's mehendi steals the show at Anant and Radhika's weddingThe wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant is no exception. The entire wedding bonanza looks like a perfect blend of rich traditions ...
Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani begin wedding festivities with dhol night in grand styleRakul Preet and Jackky Bhagnani have commenced their pre-wedding celebrations with a vibrant Dhol Night in Mumbai. The festivities, marked ...
Burning Man festival in Nevada mired in mud after heavy rains, thousands stranded; here's all about the festival and key points to trackThe 2023 Burning Man festival faced unexpected disruptions due to heavy rains, turning the event site into a muddy terrain and leading to t...
Kerala government adopts divine route to fight climate changeThe government of Kerala has implemented a project to improve the green cover and water resources of more than 3,000 temples managed by fiv...
Govt should ensure ‘aviral’ flow of Ganga, says environment scientist BD TripathiAfter the UPA government constituted the National Ganga River Basin Authority (NGRBA) in 2009 and announced “Mission Clean Ganga by 2020”, ...
- Smoke from religious sites 'melting Himalayan glaciers'
Researchers have long suspected that the rituals of religious devotion in India, Nepal and South Asia, may be a factor in the level of brow...
- Gangasagar: Half-a-million dips and an island drowning in waste
On Makar Sankranti, the last day of the month of Poush (mid-January), nearly 5lakh pilgrims converge on an island in the Sunderbans archipe...