Life & Style

Prakriti Malla and her handwritten letter that went viral (Instagram) While we are in an age when children learn to type on keyboards and communicate through smartphones, Prakriti Malla, 14-year-old from Nepal, went viral for her beyond perfect handwriting. People often mistook her handwriting for a computer font as the letters are so evenly shaped…

Yellow flowers are often associated with sunshine, happiness, warmth and new beginnings. From cheerful daisies and golden marigolds to delicate primroses, these blooms have inspired names that carry a sense of beauty and positivity. For parents searching for a baby girl name inspired by nature, floral names offer a lovely combination of individuality and timeless…

This Maine shop’s unusual dessert has a surprising story behind it Unusual food combinations often get people talking, especially when a familiar dish takes an unexpected turn. A recent video from an ice cream shop in Maine, US, has brought one such creation into the spotlight. The flavour is not made with the usual chocolate,…

A cupboard full of unused crockery, an old grandfather’s watch or a stack of books inherited from a grandparent can take up space for years. The items may no longer fit into everyday life, yet the thought of donating them can feel surprisingly difficult. Even when families are trying to declutter, some belongings remain untouched…

Optical illusion personality tests are interesting images that trick the brain and eyes into seeing things differently, depending on a person’s thoughts, focus, and perspective. Have you ever looked at a picture and seen something different from your friend? In a split second, your eyes might land on one thing while your friend spots something…

Image courtesy: Sanctuary Nature Foundation When Keerthi Krutha’s mother asked her to return home for festivals, the wildlife researcher often had a different answer. “Amma, I am already home. The forest is my home,” she told her. For Krutha, the forests of the Western Ghats became a workplace where she spent nights searching for frogs,…

If the card slot looks unusual, a part of the machine appears loose or the keypad seems damaged, it is better to avoid using that ATM. Fraudsters may tamper with machines to steal card details. If you notice anything suspicious, report it to the bank. It is also a good idea to cover the keypad…

For many professionals, a dream job comes with a handsome salary, free meals, gym memberships and a stylish office. But Bengaluru-based AI engineer Aman Vaishnav believes the most valuable workplace benefit is something that cannot be measured on a payslip: the freedom to work without being constantly monitored or having to justify every personal decision.His…

Walking away from a job that pays more than Rs 1 crore a year is a major decision. For Aarohi Surya, however, the opportunity to build something of her own became more appealing than continuing her corporate career in Dubai. Alongside her husband, Anmol Goel, she co-founded Dancing Cow, a plant-based milk brand that has…

Photo credit: The Better India In 2023, when a mustard oil enterprise was proposed in Hussaini village in Uttar Pradesh’s Mathura district, some families were reluctant to let women work outside their homes. Three years later, five women from the village are managing the business, operating machinery, maintaining accounts and selling their products across parts…