Monitor Lizards (Image source: Canva) Monitor lizards are often confused with common house lizards. At first glance, both have long bodies, sharp claws and extended tails. When people see a small wall lizard drop its tail and run away, the question naturally follows. Can larger reptiles, such as monitor lizards, do the same thing? If…
teluguabbayikanth1/Instagram For years, an ancient stepwell in Andhra Pradesh’s Peapully Mandal lay buried under layers of garbage. What was once an important water structure had slowly turned into a dumping ground, choked with plastic waste, discarded food wrappers, coconut shells, turmeric sachets, leaf plates, and flower garlands from temple offerings.The gradual erosion of the heritage…
The first-ever EU Visa Strategy has been adopted by the European Commission, outlining a long-term plan for modernizing the visa policy, enhancing security, and making the European Union more competitive in the global arena. As per the press release, dated January 29, 2026, the strategy has been adopted to address heightened global mobility, instability in…
The nationwide Bharat Band (12 February, 2026) is being observed across India, called by more than 10 central trade unions and supported by farmers’ organisations. It is a protest against government policies, including newly introduced laws. The strike, scheduled from early morning 6 AM to evening 6 PM, has already started to affect public life…
How ‘Shark Tank India’ Judge Anupam Mittal met and married Aanchal Kumar Picture this: A tech whiz who’s matched millions of couples via Shaadi.com finally hears destiny’s knock on his own door. That’s the charming tale of Anupam Mittal, the sharp-witted Shark Tank India judge everyone’s crushing on, and his wife, Aanchal Kumar. While we…
Preparedness is as important as infrastructure. Fire drills in high-rise buildings must be conducted periodically to ensure orderly evacuation, while all firefighting systems, pumps, alarms, sprinklers, and detectors, require routine inspection and testing. Continuous maintenance, record-keeping, and emergency planning significantly improve response during real incidents. A combination of early fire detection systems, effective fire suppression…
Vastu Shastra suggests that hanging some particular paintings can change the course of energy that flows within a living space. As per Vatu principles, a house which is well-aligned with natural elements like light, water, and greenery can bring positive changes and also financial stability, not to mention professional growth, and prosperity. Among these, one…
Althan and Olpad represent Surat’s emerging real estate regions. Althan has seen a hike in demand because of planned residential buildings, and the upcoming transport projects have only added to the appeal. The region is affordable and easily accessible. Olpad, on the other hand, is located on the outskirts of Surat. The place is attracting…
Colonel Rajeev Bharwan asserts Gen Z isn’t lazy but seeks purpose, rejecting hollow pursuits. He emphasizes their need for alignment with values and self, not lectures. This generation, though digitally adept and honest about struggles, requires guidance to channel their desire to reshape the world effectively, preventing self-destruction through chaos. Colonel Rajeev Bharwan, or “Mumma…
Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhokbcc When cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar announces a family wedding, you know it’s going to be more than just a ceremony – it’s an event that blends stardom, tradition, and heartfelt joy. The Master Blaster has personally invited some of India’s biggest personalities to his son’s wedding with Saaniya Chandhok. And…