No WiFi, no proper roads: In Rishikesh, architect brothers built a Harry Potter-inspired mud house, complete with jungle trails and Ganga viewsA magical mud house in Rishikesh, inspired by Harry Potter's Hagrid's hut, offers a unique escape from urban life. Built by architect broth...
01 Jun, 2026, 08.17 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Greek tragic playwright Sophocles: “All men make mistakes, but a good man… – Inspiring lessons on ego, accountability, courage and why we must accept our mistakes by the great thinker of ancient Greek tragedy and human natureQuote of the Day by Sophocles: Sophocles’ quote, “All men make mistakes, but a good man yields when he knows his course is wrong, and repai...
27 May, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
German Proverb of the Day: 'The woman chooses the music, but the man still thinks…’ This sharp relationship saying reveals the secret power females often hold without saying a wordProverb of the day: Unlike much modern advice, proverbs rarely feel overly preachy. They leave space for interpretation, reflection and per...
27 May, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
Amid protests, forces launch operations to rescue 20 hostages in ManipurSecurity forces are conducting extensive search operations in Manipur's Kangpokpi and Senapati districts. They are looking for 20 Naga and ...
26 May, 2026, 09.32 PM IST
African proverb of the day: 'A man’s ruin lies in his...' Life lessons on success, downfall, human nature and why is it crucial to speak wiselyAfrican proverb of the day highlights the message behind the saying, “A man’s ruin lies in his tongue.” The proverb explains how careless s...
25 May, 2026, 05.35 AM IST
Gurjeet Singh Khalsa brought down from 400-foot BSNL tower in Patiala after 560 days protestActivist Gurjeet Singh Khalsa ended his 560-day protest atop a 400-foot BSNL tower after the Punjab government enacted a new anti-sacrilege...
24 Apr, 2026, 10.30 PM IST
Mohan Bhagwat says Sanatan Dharma can guide world through global challengesRSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat stated India can share Sanatan Dharma's universal values globally during challenging times. He flagged temples' rol...
22 Apr, 2026, 08.43 AM IST
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat says India can share Sanatan Dharma values globally in tough timesRSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat believes India can share Sanatan Dharma's universal values globally. He spoke at a temple consecration in Tripura. ...
21 Apr, 2026, 09.03 PM IST
Manipur CM Khemchand Singh visits Ukhrul, pushes dialogue to bridge Kuki–Tangkhul trust deficitManipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh visited Ukhrul district on a trust-building mission between Kuki and Tangkhul Naga communitie...
18 Apr, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh visits Ukhrul, calls for dialogue to restore peaceIn a bid to remove the trust deficit between the Kuki and Tangkhul Naga communities, Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh visited various ...
17 Apr, 2026, 06.09 PM IST
Carrying Jyotirao Phule's Trishul: education, justice, social reformIndia celebrates Mahatma Jyotirao Phule's 200th birth anniversary. Phule was a great social reformer who championed education and equality....
10 Apr, 2026, 11.58 PM IST
African proverb of the day: "It takes a whole village to raise a child" — Emphasizes communal responsibility.The African proverb “It takes a whole village to raise a child” highlights the idea that child upbringing is a shared responsibility, not l...
07 Apr, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Karnataka: Govt opens barber shop in Gadag for DalitsA barber shop has opened in Shingatalur village, Karnataka. This follows years of Dalits being denied shaving services by upper caste barbe...
28 Feb, 2026, 10.57 AM IST
Meghalaya's Kongthong village bags 'Best Tourism Village (Bronze)' awardThe Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, has long been committed to promoting sustainable and culturally enriching tourism experiences...
28 Sep, 2023, 01.09 AM IST
'Smartgram' initiatives aimed to transform villages: Pranab MukherjeeThe foundation named after the former president that will initiate, support and execute projects aimed at improving the quality of life of ...
02 Sep, 2018, 10.07 PM IST
- Modernity and Change
In 1973, Grandma had turned 71, or 72 by the Chinese counting in that you are already one at birth. All of a sudden, she became obsessed wi...
31 May, 2013, 08.00 AM IST
Harrington Street to showcase Gond and Bhil artists' worksKolkata's leading gallery, Harrington Street Art Centre, is bringing to the city an exhibition that showcases the best of Gond and Bhil art...
19 Apr, 2013, 06.28 PM IST