This tiny Indian village receives 5 times more rain than Mumbai every year, yet its residents have mastered the art of survival with ancient tricks smarter than modern techIn Mawsynram, the world's wettest village, residents have mastered living with relentless rain. Their ingenious 'knup' rain shields, crafte...
27 Jun, 2026, 03.46 PM IST
Proverb of the day: 'A golden saddle does not make a donkey a horse', a lesson on why appearances cannot change realityTrue worth lies not in outward adornments but in inherent qualities. An expensive saddle on a donkey doesn't transform it into a horse, jus...
27 Jun, 2026, 02.57 PM IST
No one had entered this cave near the legendary Rock of Gibraltar for 40,000 years. Then archaeologists opened itA hidden Gibraltar cave sealed for 40,000 years has revealed a rare Neanderthal time capsule. Scientists uncovered a chamber that may hold ...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.20 PM IST
Pharmeasy founders’ new venture All Home raises Rs 200 crore; valuation doublesAll Home, which operates in the interior design and architecture space, partners with brands by investing in them and providing capabilitie...
26 Jun, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
Foreign Ministry's first public Toshakhana auction features Rolex watches, gold biscuits and silver daggersFor the first time, the Ministry of External Affairs is auctioning around 300 diplomatic gifts, including luxury watches and gold biscuits,...
26 Jun, 2026, 04.33 PM IST
Proverb of the day: 'You can dress a donkey in silk, but it's still a donkey', what it teaches about appearances versus realityA timeless proverb, "You can dress a donkey in silk, but it's still a donkey," underscores that superficial changes can't alter true nature...
26 Jun, 2026, 03.56 PM IST
5 house plants believed to protect homes, attract luck and promote well-beingAncient cultures revered specific plants for their protective, healing, and spiritual powers, believing they could attract prosperity and w...
26 Jun, 2026, 02.24 PM IST
How a trip to Bali inspired this engineer couple to quit corporate life and build a Rs 18 Lakh per month sustainable fashion brandA Bali vacation sparked a new vision for Mohit Ahluwalia and Jagjyot Kaur, who discovered the high value of Indian block-printed fabrics ab...
25 Jun, 2026, 10.17 PM IST
Psychology says people who hang clocks in every room may not be obsessed with time, they could be seeking control, predictability and peace of mindPsychology teaches us that everyday preferences often reflect deeper psychological patterns. Filling a home with clocks is rarely just abou...
25 Jun, 2026, 09.02 PM IST
Psychology says young adults who put posters of their favorite show characters or superstars in their rooms are not childish: Why the brain uses role models to build identity, comfort and motivationPsychology suggests that young adults who decorate their rooms with favorite show characters or superstars are rarely being childish. More ...
25 Jun, 2026, 04.31 PM IST
India initiates anti-dumping probe against 3 Chinese productsIndia has launched anti-dumping investigations into imports of thermal paper, BOPA film, and certain antioxidants, primarily targeting Chin...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.03 PM IST
Not scrolling on your phone, but getting your hands dirty with soil can make you happier, say Harvard and gardening expertsDigging into your garden might be the secret to a happier mind. Experts reveal that beneficial microbes in healthy soil, like Mycobacterium...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.52 PM IST
From Brazil to Southeast Asia: 5 exotic plants that make your home look luxuriousElevate your home's aesthetic without breaking the bank! Discover seven stunning plants from around the globe that bring an air of luxury t...
24 Jun, 2026, 09.59 AM IST
Scientists just made an all-silk cooling textile that reflects 94.8% of sunlight and lowers skin temperature by 4.3 °CScientists have engineered a revolutionary silk fabric, dubbed SilkNT, that cools the skin by an impressive 4.3°C without any batteries or ...
23 Jun, 2026, 05.01 PM IST
Study finds urban male bowerbirds in Queensland use human-made objects in courtship displays far more often than rural birdsMale bowerbirds in Australia are now using human-made trash to build their elaborate courtship displays. Researchers found urban birds pref...
18 Jun, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
Tamannah Bhatia reveals the one interior decor item that brought her good luck. Farah Khan says: 'It's working.' Her good luck charm decor has its roots in Feng ShuiFilmmaker Farah Khan visited Tamannaah Bhatia's Lokhandwala residence, praising its sophisticated interior and calling it the best house in...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.35 PM IST
Everyone owned it in the '80s, and now it's the thrift store find we all want in our homesRattan and wicker furniture, once overlooked, is now a highly desirable trend, offering warmth and texture to homes. Distinguishing between...
04 Jun, 2026, 02.18 PM IST