India has established a special control room in New Delhi to assist its citizens amid the rapidly escalating conflict in West Asia following US–Israel strikes on Iran and Tehran’s retaliatory attacks across the Gulf region. The control room, set up by the Ministry of External Affairs, will operate daily from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. […]
By Somrita Ghosh Pulga (Himachal Pradesh) Picture this: Seated inside a dimly lit eatery in a remote village of Himachal Pradesh and gorging on falafel and shakshuka, traditional Israeli dishes. That’s Pulga for you – a 24-hour bus ride from the national capital followed by a 40-minute hike. Surrounded by snow-capped peaks, this tiny hamlet […]
भारत में महाशिवरात्रि का पर्व भगवान शिव की आराधना का सबसे पावन अवसर माना जाता है, लेकिन झारखंड के देवघर स्थित बैद्यनाथ धाम में इसकी महिमा कुछ अलग ही है। यहाँ शिवरात्रि केवल एक त्योहार नहीं, बल्कि आस्था, तपस्या और भक्ति का विराट उत्सव है, जहाँ लाखों श्रद्धालु “बाबा भोले” के दर्शन के लिए उमड़ […]
Dr. Kanhaiyya Gairola Aries Your zodiac lord Mars is strong in the 10th house. You may encounter new opportunities at work this month, but patience and strategy will determine success. Avoid impulsive decisions and double-check any financial commitments. Health-wise, minor stress or fatigue may appear—practice light exercise or meditation. Interpersonal communication is crucial; clear dialogue […]
In a tragic early-morning incident on 28 January 2026, a chartered aircraft carrying Ajit Pawar senior political leader and four other people crashed during an attempted landing in the Baramati area of Maharashtra, India, killing all on board. The flight, which had departed from Mumbai and was bound for Baramati where the leader was scheduled […]
By Dr T. Selva The year 2026 is likely to be a diplomatically challenging period as nations grapple with widening economic inequalities and intensifying environmental crises. These pressures may strain existing alliances, leading to geopolitical tension and uncertainty. Yet this same global stress could also pave the way for new partnerships, particularly among countries prioritising […]
Two decades ago, a young history graduate walked into the Taj Mahal Hotel in New Delhi with no roadmap, no formal training, and no idea of the extraordinary journey ahead. What began as a humble bar-back role soon became a passage across continents—shaping Forbes Five-Star excellence in New York and transforming dining landscapes in Dubai […]
By Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Opposite values in our life are complementary. Activity and rest are two vital aspects of life. To find a balance in them is a skill in itself. Wisdom is knowing when to rest, when to have activity, and how much of each to have. Finding them in each other […]
Satte Pe Satta Pe Phir Ek Satta! On No. 7 Katrina’s birthday, Sanjay B Jumaani and his daughter, Vaishnevi, had predicted her to have a very eventful 43rd (7) year (see pic). Number 7’s Vicky (7/05) and Katrina (16/07) have now become parents on another Number 7 date – 7/11! For those who had predicted […]
By Lakshmi Balasubramani Hello all, hope you are doing well. Im grateful for your interest in my writing. Another year is coming to an end. We saw our most significant festivals last month and hope you are all blessed with revived spirits from the celebrations. I did a small reflection and was happy to see […]