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
Which country is known as the Land of Smiles?Land of Smiles: Thailand is celebrated globally as the Land of Smiles. This nickname reflects the genuine warmth and politeness of its peop...
21 May, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
In 1892, French archaeologists studied an ancient Greek sanctuary on Mount Parnassus: Strange fault lines beneath the temple revived the mystery of Delphi’s OracleRecent geological investigations at Ancient Delphi have unearthed fault lines beneath the famed sanctuary. This hidden landscape may have r...
18 May, 2026, 03.17 PM IST
In 1887, an Egyptian woman dug for fertilizer in the ruins of Amarna and uncovered the lost diplomatic network of the Bronze AgeWhile searching for fertilizer in 1887, an Egyptian woman made a startling discovery: baked clay tablets that would come to be known as the...
15 May, 2026, 03.15 PM IST
Donald Trump-Xi Jinping meeting date, venue: Key takeaways, highlights, what to knowDonald Trump is scheduled to arrive in Beijing on Wednesday ahead of his meetings on Thursday and Friday. Trup and Xi Jinping are due to vi...
13 May, 2026, 06.01 AM IST
Yogi Adityanath's caste recalibration: BJP expands cabinet to reclaim UP’s social coalition before 2027 pollsYogi Adityanath Cabinet Expansion 2026: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's cabinet expansion is a clear political signal. The B...
12 May, 2026, 12.35 PM IST
Why Harsh Goenka thinks Odia cuisine is India’s most underrated food. Viral praise for Odisha's traditional dishes is making internet crave dahi bara & chakuli pithaHarsh Goenka recently praised Odisha’s traditional food after enjoying a homemade Odia meal, saying the cuisine “deserves a much bigger pla...
11 May, 2026, 05.51 PM IST
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...
09 May, 2026, 02.33 PM IST
Hindu votes, Modi ki guarantee: 10 big trends that decode Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu and Kerala assembly electionsAssembly election results saw the BJP secure victories in West Bengal and Assam, while Tamil Nadu witnessed a surprising debut by Thalapath...
05 May, 2026, 01.57 PM IST
Maharashtra Day 2026: What’s open & what’s closed on May 1; Know significance and long weekend travel tipsMaharashtra Day 2026 falls on Friday, May 1st, coinciding with Labour Day and Buddha Purnima, creating a significant long weekend. Celebrat...
30 Apr, 2026, 09.12 PM IST
Shoe-doffing: From tradition to health & hygieneDuring a temple gathering, an IAS officer experienced backlash online for hesitating to take off his shoes, sparking a discussion on the ch...
11 Apr, 2026, 12.22 AM IST
Krishna Janmashtami 2025: Check Delhi’s most famous temples for midnight aarti and celebrationsDelhi is gearing up for a grand Janmashtami 2025, with temples across the city preparing for elaborate celebrations. ISKCON temples in East...
16 Aug, 2025, 10.17 AM IST
Bhagyalakshmi Temple becomes cynosure of Hyderabad civic poll narrativeThe monument located in the southern part of the city popularly called "old city area" which once considered as communally sensitive given ...
29 Nov, 2020, 03.45 PM IST
Safety takes precedence in temple runThe aim of temples that usually attract huge numbers is to see fewer devotees coming. With this in mind, the Jhandewalan Mandir, for one, w...
15 Oct, 2020, 09.29 AM IST
Lakes of Salzburg, bridges in Prague: Head to these picturesque locales if you are a film buffPrague has paved way for Hollywood blockbusters such as 'Mission Impossible', 'Les Miserables'.
01 Aug, 2019, 07.46 AM IST
Quick Getaways: From Kolad in Maharashtra to Manesar near DelhiTake a casual day off at work to make the most of an extended weekend in coming months. Here’s where you can head to...
09 Mar, 2017, 09.51 AM IST
Freeze-frame: When in India, how to roam like a localExplore India like a local by witnessing heritage sites, local fests, spiritual sojourns and enjoy unique flavours.
24 Sep, 2015, 08.28 AM IST