Before R Praggnanandhaa and Vaishali became the ‘Golden Chess Siblings’; their mother built the foundation: How Nagalakshmi nurtured two grandmasters

When R Praggnanandhaa became the first Indian to win the Norway Chess title, the world celebrated the young grandmaster’s brilliance. Certainly, his victory was a pride for India, but, behind the global stage he was standing at, there was his mother, Nagalakshmi, who spent years building the foundation for him. Praggnanandhaa and his sister, Vaishali,…

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Love is blind, but the neighbours are not

“El amor es ciego, pero los vecinos no.”Translation: “Love is blind, but the neighbours are not.”This is a funny take reminding us that while you might be blinded by love, but your neighbours and community can see exactly what is going on. This Spanish proverb is funny, but it’s also true. It doesn’t speak of…

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‘Khana nahi dete mujhe’: Woman claims in-laws said, ‘Aa gobar khilau tujhe’ and threw a slipper at her; husband’s response shocks internet |

Every few weeks, social media finds a new topic that gets people talking. Sometimes it is a celebrity controversy. Sometimes it is politics. And sometimes, it is a short video from inside a home that ends up opening a much bigger conversation.A video now going viral on X has done exactly that. At first glance,…

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10 unhealthy habits that could be stopping you from moving ahead in life, as per psychology

Scroll through your phone and it’s easy to feel like you’re falling behind.But you are comparing your messy, behind-the-scenes reality to someone else’s highly curated, heavily filtered best moments. The Pivot: Put the blinders on.The only benchmark that actually matters is who you were six months ago. Celebrate your own micro-wins.5.Avoiding uncomfortable talksBurying your problems…

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8 budget-friendly localities in Bengaluru offering good connectivity and affordable rents

Although Hebbal has evolved into an important commercial and residential hub; it still offers housing options that are comparatively affordable when viewed against many premium neighbourhoods in North Bengaluru. Strong connectivity through the Hebbal Flyover, proximity to Manyata Tech Park and well-developed social infrastructure contribute to its popularity. Average monthly rent: ₹5,000–₹15,000 (depending on the…

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