Optical illusion personality tests are interesting mind exercises that trick the brain and eyes into believing what a person sees first, what they focus on, or even their mood in that moment, despite the many objects layered into one another in a single image. But what makes these tests even more interesting is that each…
Why are 21 modaks offered to Lord Ganesha? Ganesh Chaturthi is here, and with it comes one of the festival’s most loved traditions: offering modaks to Lord Ganesha. From homemade sweets prepared in family kitchens to beautifully arranged bhog at temples and pandals, the modak has become closely associated with the celebration.But have you ever…
Choosing a baby name with a positive meaning can give it an added sense of significance. Names associated with prosperity, abundance and good fortune often carry ideas of happiness, success, blessings and a fulfilling life. From ancient Sanskrit names to timeless choices with Latin and Hebrew roots, these names offer a blend of cultural richness…
Google employee shares glimpse of modak-making activity at Bengaluru office Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations are bringing a festive touch to offices as well, and a glimpse from Google’s Bengaluru campus is getting attention online. An employee’s Instagram video shows a simple celebration at work, where a familiar festive sweet became the focus of an office activity.Google…
India’s sheer range of landscapes, dense rainforests, arid deserts, high-altitude cold deserts, mangrove deltas and everything in between, has quietly produced some of the most bizarre and wonderful creatures on the planet, many of which most people have never even heard of. These aren’t animals tucked away in some far corner of the world either,…
A fake government identity, a convincing story and the appearance of having powerful connections can be enough to make an ordinary person look like a senior official. Recent cases in Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar show how people accused of impersonating IAS officers allegedly used forged documents, social media posts, luxury vehicles and claims…
Cricketers in second uniform When it comes to India’s cricket stars, we usually recognise them with their highest runs, most wickets and trophies. But a few of these stars have another unusual distinction which is holding official ranks in the police or armed forces. Not many must be aware that some Indian cricketers were appointed…
Rings, chains and other small jewellery pieces accumulate a surprising amount of everyday grime, lotion residue, dust, the occasional bit of soap, in the tiny crevices between stones or along engraved detailing. Soaking the piece briefly in a mild solution of dish soap and warm water, then going over it gently with a toothbrush, lifts…
Mangaluru Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy (Image: ANI) The numbers tell a story that goes beyond a police crackdown. After testing 8,310 students across 150 colleges in Mangaluru, police found 98 who tested positive for drug use. Months later, 50 of those students were tested again. Thirty-eight now tested negative, with the students telling authorities…
Ramesh Gera grows saffron indoors in a controlled setup in Noida. Saffron is not a crop most people would associate with a residential room in Noida. The city’s scorching summers, rising temperatures and urban pollution are a far cry from the cool conditions of Kashmir, where saffron has traditionally been cultivated in India.Yet, retired engineer…
