Representative Image via Canva When the sun beats down on your windows for hours at a stretch, even a well-ventilated home can start to feel like an oven by mid-afternoon.Even though air conditioning helps, it also results in long electricity bills quickly, and not everyone has it running in every room.That’s why so many people…
Quote of the day by Michelangelo Many people fear failing more than they fear the doings of ordinary life. We often choose goals that feel achievable, manageable, and unlikely to bring disappointment. This may protect us from temporary pain, but it can also keep us away from our real abilities.Michelangelo was an Italian sculptor, painter,…
DIY home hack: How aluminium foil can help you check moisture on damp walls That damp patch creeping across a bedroom wall raises an annoying question most people can’t answer just by looking at it: is this simply humidity condensing on a cold surface, or is water actually working its way through the wall from…
This might sound like an extraordinary travel experience in London. But a familiar Indian riverside ritual is all set to be performed this September on the banks of the River Thames. As per reports, on September 13, 2026, the historic Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich will host Ganga Aarti on the Thames. Yes, you…
Neem Karoli Baba (Photo: @Dharmsena_1) Some words linger a little longer and touch those parts of our hearts and minds where ordinary advice cannot reach.Such are the words of Neem Karoli Baba, popularly known as Maharaj ji, a 20th-century Guru and qa devoted follower of Lord Hanuman, who has guided numerous Westerners and big names…
On humid days, clothes may hang for hours and still feel cold and damp. The problem is not always the temperature. The fabric needs to release its moisture before it can dry. High humidity slows this evaporation. It is noted that clothes can sometimes dry faster on a cold, dry day than on a warm,…
‘2 Weeks in Bengaluru Have Annihilated My Health’: Delhi Founder Praises Startup Talent, Blames Traffic for ExhaustionTwo weeks in Bengaluru left Delhi-based founder and investor Abhilasha Purwar impressed by the city’s startup talent — but completely worn out by getting around.Purwar shared her experience on X, saying she was struck by the quality of conversations…
Moving to India has given one young girl an unexpected problem: figuring out how to say Indian words without her American accent getting in the way.Her mother, Pragnya Narendra, shared the funny exchange on Instagram, where she tried helping her daughter pronounce words such as “Chithra” and “Bengaluru.”In the video, Narendra explains that one of…
And then there’s the Ilkal saree from Karnataka, for those who want to do something a little different. Ilkal sarees are recognised for their distinctive weaving technique, including the traditional Tope Teni method used to join the body and pallu. They often come in brighter colours with striking borders and traditional designs. So if an…
A burnt iron pan can be difficult to clean, especially when food has hardened onto its surface. Food may be stuck to the bottom in a thick black layer, while the surface underneath can appear dull and rough. But that burnt food does not always mean the pan is ruined. With the right approach, the…