There are fashion shows that impress you the moment the lights come on. Then there are the ones that stay with you long after the runway is empty.JJ Valaya‘s SIDDI, presented at Hyundai India Couture Week 2026, belonged to the second kind.Nothing about the evening felt rushed. The collection unfolded at its own pace, almost…
Lantana Camara (Photo: Canva) Two centuries ago, a British gardener probably admired its clustered pink-and-yellow blooms and thought it would look lovely around a garden hedge.Nobody could have guessed that this ornamental shrub would go on to outcompete some of India’s oldest forest cover on the ground, choke the undergrowth that herbivores depend on, and…
Why aluminium foil isn’t the same on both sides Aluminium foil is made by rolling large sheets of metal into thin pieces. The rolling process is done multiple times until the metal reaches a thickness of less than 0.02 mm. According to the European Aluminium Association, the metal reaches a point where it is too…
Quote of the day by A. P. J. Abdul Kalam on hard work and success Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, popularly known as the Missile Man of India, continues to motivate people across the globe. One of his popular quotes is, ‘If you want to shine like a sun, first burn like a sun.’…
Ever looked at a picture and seen something completely different from what your friend saw, staring at the exact same image? That is exactly what optical illusion personality tests do. They’re pictures designed with more than one image hidden inside, and whichever one your brain grabs onto first is supposedly a clue about how you…
Quote of the Day by Confucius Confucius is one of the most famous and impactful thinkers in history. His teachings have shaped the cultures, governments, educational systems, and moral values of China, Korea, Japan, Vietnam, and many other parts of Asia. His ideas still inspire people today who seek wisdom about relationships, leadership, learning and…
Kareena Kapoor with Saif Ali Khan Every parent wants the best for their child. Good schools, good opportunities, a good future. Some parents want their kids to grow up successful. Others want them to be confident, independent and fearless. Bollywood actor Kareena Kapoor was recently asked what she wants most for her sons, Taimur and…
Every parent wants their child to be responsible, disciplined and capable of making good decisions. When it comes to German parents they teach these values by introducing some concepts from an early age. Concepts like saving money, respecting time and taking responsibility are some of the factors that teach children instant gratification.In a recent video,…
A family holiday turned into every parent’s worst nightmare A holiday is meant to create happy memories, but for one family visiting Rajasthan’s beautiful lake city of Udaipur, the trip ended in a heartbreak that they’ll remember for the rest of life. As per several media reports, on Saturday morning, a two-year-old girl died after…
Michelle Obama with her family. (Instagram/@Barack Obama) We live in a time when so much parenting advice pushes mothers and fathers to become their kid’s “best friend.” But former First Lady of the United States of America, Michelle Obama sees it differently. In her view, chasing that kind of closeness can actually backfire.She shared her…