India’s longest funicular railway is an engineering marvel and a once-in-a-lifetime travel experience

Opened in January 2026, Shri Malanggad near Kalyan in Maharashtra, is India’s longest funicular railway. India’s longest Funicular Railway in Maharashtra stretches 1.2 kilometres and has changed how devotees would reach the revered hilltop Shri Malanggad temple. The journey that used to take around two hours rigorous trek can now be done in just 10…

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5 iconic modern architectural buildings in India shaping contemporary cityscapes

The Indian Coffee House in Thiruvananthapuram designed by Laurie Baker is distinguished by its characteristic spiral form and environmentally friendly technologies. Baker made efficient use of local building materials and created a system of natural ventilation. This approach significantly reduces operational energy use through passive cooling and efficient design. These landmarks illustrate how contemporary architecture…

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How Kerala’s 300-year-old flooring method keeps homes cool without AC and why it needs to make a comeback in Indian homes

Image Credit: Instagram/ soorya96 In the contemporary world, with ACs (Air Conditioners) ruling most of our households, we often forget that traditional Indian architecture had some very effective ways of ensuring a cool indoor environment naturally. Before the advent of the electricity-based methods of cooling our homes, natural means were used to keep the temperature…

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From ‘Chotu’ to ‘Aradhya’: Names Rajasthan govt says parents should think twice about

Rajasthan’s Saarthak Naam Abhiyan encourages parents to choose meaningful names for children, moving beyond casual nicknames like ‘Chotu’ or ‘Kalu’. The initiative aims to foster dignity and strength, as names accompany individuals throughout life, impacting self-perception and societal interaction. While voluntary, the campaign offers a list of 3,000 culturally rich names, seeking to prevent embarrassment…

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Yuzvendra Chahal ‘Yuzi’s’ ₹25 crore multi-storey bungalow in Gurgaon combines designer interiors, cricket trophy gallery and family-first living

Yuzvendra Chahal, fondly known as ‘Yuzi’, is Indian cricket team’s charismatic leg-spinner who has created a unique name for himself across formats. From being a chess prodigy to becoming one of the most dependable bowlers of the Indian cricket team, his journey is inspirational. Chahal has played a significant role in myriad national and international…

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10 ways to be more likeable, as per psychology

Want to light up rooms and forge lasting bonds? Likability isn’t magic—it’s science. Psychology shows we form impressions in milliseconds, but traits like warmth and authenticity are what help you make connections. Having good relationships with others, be it family or co-workers, is what improves your personal and professional lives. So, if you wish to…

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Why the viral aesthetic bedazzling trend is turning Gen Z into DIY maximalists

If your weekend felt unusually blinding, no, it was not the sun, it was rhinestones. Between glitter-drenched Coachella and the return of Euphoria (the no glitter one), and this weekend screams that minimalism has left the chat. The clean girl aesthetic? Gone. Replaced by chaotic, sparkly energy that looks like a craft store exploded in…

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