“Is he a ghost? Yes! Don’t speak loud, he’ll wake up”: How a spirit found a place in my Pooja Room and became our God

In my village, the pooja room — our Gosai Ghar — never had framed pictures of gods and goddesses. There were no calendars of deities, no marble idols, no ornate temples. Instead, there were raised, rounded earthen forms — pindas — quiet, unadorned, powerful in their stillness. As a child, I only knew that one…

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Rinku Singh–Priya Saroj love story: When Priya revealed her father wanted her to marry an IAS officer – and how they convinced him |

Rinku Singh–Priya Saroj love story Rinku Singh, Team India’s ace cricketer, is stealing the show off-field too. His romance with Priya Saroj is pure Bollywood – think love at first sight, family drama, postponed weddings. After a few years of knowing each other, the couple got engaged on June 8, 2025, and they are set…

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Avalanche Derailes Train: Train struck by avalanche in Swiss Alps; several feared wounded: What we know so far |

A passenger train was derailed early Monday morning after being struck by an avalanche near the Swiss village of Goppenstein in the canton of Valais, southwest Switzerland. Police said the incident likely resulted in injuries, though the full extent remains unclear as rescue operations continue.The derailment occurred at around 7:00 AM local time. Authorities in…

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Bali: Top Travel Destination for 2026 has been announced and it is…. |

Now this is an announcement which fills travellers and travel experts with happiness. Bali, the tropical Indonesian paradise has been crowned the World’s Top Travel Destination for 2026 in TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best Destinations. Bali has truly earned this title. The Indonesian island is known for its gorgeous beaches, ancient temples,…

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How parenting can break the cycle of substance use across generations

Recent research highlights that the way parents raise their children plays a crucial role in shaping the likelihood of substance use in future generations. Authoritative parenting, characterized by a blend of affection and firm boundaries, is shown to be the most effective defense against intergenerational substance issues—even in families struggling with their own substance challenges….

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AI Impact Summit 2026 in Delhi: Traffic advisory, diversions and routes to avoid |

The AI Impact Summit 2026 is currently being held at Bharat Mandapam in Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. Organised by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the five-day event from February 16 to 20, will witness enhanced security measures and increased VIP movement across several central corridors of the capital. For this, the Delhi Traffic Police…

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From scandal to couture: The day Epstein entered Hermès

Hermes, a luxury brand, guards its image fiercely. A past visit by Jeffrey Epstein to an Hermes workshop highlighted the brand’s strict control over its associations. The company prioritizes discretion and reputation over potential business. This careful curation of its social circle preserves its exclusive mythology in a world increasingly obsessed with access and visibility….

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Curiosity Corner: Could humans ever live underwater? |

The allure of an aquatic lifestyle, reminiscent of our finned friends, is undeniably enchanting. However, the reality of our biology complicates this vision; our lungs crave the oxygen-rich air that gilled creatures gracefully extract from water. Moreover, the crushing depths of the ocean present formidable dangers. Imagine waking up and seeing fish swim past the…

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