The simple yet powerful plan India could follow to ward off impacts of Iran-like disastersIran war: As geopolitical tensions continue with the looming threat of a restart of the conflict in Iran, India finds itself at a crossroad...
24 Apr, 2026, 08.55 AM IST
Not AC or air coolers, but this traditional Tamil Nadu design method can keep homes cool even in 40°C summer heat. But it has another surprising benefitAs summer heat intensifies, a traditional Tamil Nadu design called thinnai offers a natural cooling solution. This semi-open porch enhances...
22 Apr, 2026, 03.03 PM IST
The Right Way To Store Shoes So They Don’t Wear Out Twice As FastYour favourite shoes can last much longer with simple storage adjustments. Bad storage causes chemical breakdown and material weakening. Ke...
22 Apr, 2026, 10.42 AM IST
Kedarnath portals open today as fresh snowfall blankets Dham, pilgrims throng shrineThe portals of Kedarnath Temple reopened on Wednesday after a six-month winter break, with thousands of devotees arriving despite heavy sno...
22 Apr, 2026, 08.45 AM IST
The Summer Survival Guide: Smarter ways to live through rising temperaturesWe are living in an era of extreme heat, and the planet is not pushing back on the pedal anytime soon. Which is why Lijee Philip brings to ...
19 Apr, 2026, 08.07 AM IST
Price hikes, outlook cuts - What airlines are doing as fuel costs surgeGlobal air travel faces significant disruption due to the Iran war, leading to widespread flight cancellations and suspensions across the M...
17 Apr, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
Dermatologist on how summer impacts Indian skin and why waiting till October isn’t a fixIndian skin experiences significant changes during summer due to increased sebum, sweat, sun exposure, and pollution. Many overlook these s...
15 Apr, 2026, 01.16 PM IST
Be cool and stay cool in Indian summers - Desi styleIndia continues to wear Western suits as workwear, a colonial imposition. European traders brought these clothes, but local cotton garments...
04 Apr, 2026, 12.33 AM IST
Air India launches new routes to Jaisalmer and Khajuraho from October 2026Air India is enhancing its domestic network with new routes and increased frequencies starting October 25, 2026. Daily flights will connect...
11 Mar, 2026, 11.44 AM IST
Word of the day: Apricity and how it describes a feeling beyond wordsAs northern India experiences cooler winter mornings, the word 'apricity' is gaining traction on social media. This English term, meaning t...
10 Dec, 2025, 10.21 AM IST
Winter Solstice 2024: What is the shortest day of the year and why does it happen?The Winter Solstice arrives on December 21, 2024. It marks the start of winter in the Northern Hemisphere and summer in the Southern Hemisp...
21 Dec, 2024, 02.28 PM IST
Enjoying winter melasThe joy of winter fairs also is in their food options: street foods, aromatic teas, regional cuisine, and an array of mouthwatering treats ...
12 Dec, 2023, 11.58 PM IST
Winter season 2021: Google Doodle celebrates the Winter Solstice with a hedgehogThe event causes the day to become shorter due to less period of daylight.
21 Dec, 2021, 01.31 PM IST
Google marks winter solstice with an adorable doodleWinter Solstice happens only once a year and mostly falls in December.
21 Dec, 2018, 10.45 AM IST
- This year's winter solstice has just arrived
New York, Dec 21 (IANS) It is December 21 and winter solstice has arrived. This year it falls at 10:44 GMT (4.14 p.m. Wednesday India time)...
21 Dec, 2016, 05.10 PM IST
- The shortest day
The cold wave could even have temporarily driven thoughts of political grandstanding out of the Parliament members’ minds.
21 Dec, 2011, 05.32 AM IST
- Santa land
Santa Claus gives you reasons to visit him at Rovaniemi, Finland.
16 Nov, 2006, 12.00 AM IST