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Forest of Images
February 6, 2018 00:20 IST
Well-known wildlife photographer Dicky Singh’s exhibition captures majestic moments of animals in their habitat
Study shows Female Genital Mutilation widely practised among Bohras; evokes comparison with triple talaq
February 6, 2018 09:52 IST
The survey was carried out in four Indian states with high concentration of the Bohras -- Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Rajasthan -- as well as Kerala, where a few Sunni Muslim sects are known to practise Female Genital Mutilation.
An Enduring Legacy:The oldest member of Karim’s, Zahooruddin, died at 85, leaving behind a living heritage
February 6, 2018 09:53 IST
From Presidents Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed and Zakir Hussain, to Prime Minister Indira Gandhi whose famed iftaar parties were catered by Karim’s, to actor Dilip Kumar and artist MF Hussain, all have savoured the magic only the family knows to stir up.
Bollywood Blitz: Is it time for Indian fashion to axe the filmi showstopper?
February 6, 2018 09:54 IST
Whether Karan Johar actually wears pieces from Falguni and Shane Peacock’s menswear line Louche off the runway or not, his silver-flecked hair-do and persistent pout has social media chatterati still chittering. Hopefully, the success of the new line won’t be as temporary as the fastness of Johar’s hair dye.
Anxious people more likely to get bitten by dogs: Study
February 5, 2018 22:51 IST
The researchers assessed emotional stability using the Ten Item Personality Inventory (TIPI), which measures aspects of personality, including emotional stability and neuroticism, to see whether certain traits might have any bearing on the risk of being bitten.
Anthology of 100 Indian poems translated into Portuguese
February 5, 2018 22:47 IST
The anthology includes poems in Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Kashmiri, Konkani, Maithili, Malayalam, Marathi, Nepali, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu among other languages and includes the poems of Kalidas, Kabir, Lal Ded, Mir, Ghalib, Tagore, Nirala among others.
Himachal university to give yoga tips to Chinese varsity students
February 5, 2018 22:39 IST
Shoolini University has signed an MoU with Yunnan Minzu University under an exchange programme that will commence on International Yoga Day - June 21.
Can meditation make us better individuals?
February 5, 2018 22:28 IST
Meditation plays no significant role in reducing aggression or prejudice or improving how socially-connected someone is, says a recent study. The researchers reviewed more than 20 studies that investigated the effect of various types of meditation, such as mindfulness and loving-kindness, on pro-social feelings and behaviours.
Why a visit to the world’s largest river island in Assam is a must
February 5, 2018 22:20 IST
Majuli, a hub of the Assamese neo-Vaishnavite culture, has many satras (religious and cultural institutions). After the half-hour ferry ride, you will reach the shrinking island, which is located over 300 km from Guwahati, Assam's main city, and is home to approximately two lakh people consisting of Brahmins, Kalitas, Mishings, Deori and more.
Kareena Kapoor Khan looks pristine in Anamika Khanna’s design at LFW finale
February 5, 2018 22:08 IST
Anamika Khanna said her showstopper Kareena Kapoor Khan's outfit for the Lakme Fashion Week finale was a form of sari drape, which teamed it up with pants just to make it a little different and stronger.
Melange of cultural accents showcased at Ridhi Mehra Sekhri’s show at LFW
February 5, 2018 21:58 IST
Constantly striving to modernise and narrate a design story, Ridhi Mehra Sekhri presented unique fashion aesthetics in an amalgamation of five different cultures that had shaped her past collections on the finale day of the fashion gala.
5 health tips to prepare yourself for onset of summer
February 5, 2018 21:16 IST
The Indian summer is known for its high temperatures and humidity, which can make you feel uncomfortable and stuffy. Wearing light and breathable fabrics is an effective way to beat the heat. Here are some tips to prepare yourself for the heat.
Can meditation make us better individuals?
February 5, 2018 21:01 IST
These studies used meditation techniques derived from Buddhism, such as mindfulness and loving-kindness meditation, but not other related activities, like yoga or Tai-Chi.
Severe pre-eclampsia may lead to high BP after pregnancy: Study
February 5, 2018 20:36 IST
According to a study, women with severe pre-eclampsia can be seven times more susceptible to developing future cardiovascular disease compared to women with a normal blood pressure during pregnancy.
Kolkata’s Howrah Bridge turns 75: Seven lesser-known facts about the iconic bridge
February 5, 2018 18:58 IST
As Rabindra Setu - popularly known as Howrah Bridge - celebrates its 75th anniversary, here are some interesting and lesser-known facts about the iconic structure. Opened to the public in 1943, in a pre-Independence era historic bridge is a engineering marvel and one of the busiest bridges in the world.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan gives #gowngoals yet again from Australia
February 5, 2018 14:51 IST
Attending two luxury watch events in Australia, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan went monotone and alternately monochrome in gorgeous gowns from Indian designer duo Gauri and Nainika and another from Rami Al Ali's collection. We've marked out our favourite, but will you agree? Take a look at the photos.
Valentine’s Week Days 2018 Full List: Calendar, Date Sheet of Rose, Propose, Chocolate, Promise, Teddy, Hug and Kiss Day
February 6, 2018 14:38 IST
Valentine's Week Full List 2018: Building up the anticipation and hype around Valentine's Day, people across the world kindle the celebrations a week in advance, with special significance attached to each of the seven days leading up to the big V-day. These are Rose Day, Propose Day, Chocolate Day, Teddy Day, Promise Day, Kiss Day, Hug Day — in that order.
Stories of change from Goonj’s nearly two-decade-long work across India is now available in a book
February 5, 2018 09:45 IST
The launch was preceded by a panel discussion on the challenges of social development, featuring Gupta, Venkat Krishnan N, the man behind the Joy of Giving Week, also the Co-founder and Director of Educational Initiatives Pvt Ltd, and H Harish Hande, Chairman, Selco-India. It was moderated by Manisha Gupta, Founder, Startup-India.
Acupuncture may boost chances of pregnancy through IVF
February 4, 2018 20:27 IST
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese form of pain relieving treatment by inserting thin needles at specific points in the body. The study found that acupuncture stimulates the sensory nerves under the skin and muscles of the body along with an increased blood flow to the uterus.
Chronic diseases raise cancer, mortality risk: Study
February 7, 2018 14:21 IST
Studies have shown that certain chronic diseases may predispose to cancer, but these studies generally assessed chronic diseases or disease markers individually.
First butterfly park opens in Kanpur
February 4, 2018 20:08 IST
Kanpur's first butterfly park, which was recently inaugurated, aims to preserve the ecosystem. A total of 100 species of flowers have been planted in order to attract the butterflies.
All white-suit and ethnic blue kurti — Deepika Padukone aces both western and traditional
February 4, 2018 16:31 IST
While attending Fortune Most Powerful Women Summit in Mumbai, Deepika Padukone chose a beautiful white Lanvin suit and bowled everyone with her look. Check out pictures here.
World Cancer Day: He never smoked or chewed pan, but this man was diagnosed with cancer twice
February 4, 2018 14:36 IST
And as Cancer recurrence struck, he not only had to deal with the pain, he also had to cope with the anger, distress and self-doubt. But with a zeal to fight back, he adapted himself to the new scenarios.
World Cancer Day: Oncologists seek implementation of SC order on chewing tobacco to prevent oral cancer
February 4, 2018 13:08 IST
"When we are aware what causes 90 per cent of oral cancers and the law is there to ban these chewing tobacco products in twin packs, then what is stopping the enforcement?" Head and Neck Surgery Oncologist, Dr Sourav Dutta, told PTI on the World Cancer Day today.
Beyond Boundaries: ‘Mera Yakeen Kareen’, an Indian poet’s ode to the children killed in Peshawar school terror attack
February 4, 2018 12:43 IST
Written in Shahmukhi script, ‘Mera Yakeen Kareen’, is Ludhiana-based Punjabi poet Sehajpreet Singh's ode to the 132 children killed in Peshawar school terror attack. Dedicated to the children killed in the terror attack, he wanted to give a message to the people of Pakistan that their children were like ours.
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