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For generations, buying jewellery in Kerala has been more than a commercial transaction. It has been connected to weddings, festivals, milestones and family traditions. A jewellery store was once primarily a physical destination: customers walked in, explored collections, spoke to sales

Aruna Irani arrived at the Oshiwara crematorium on Wednesday morning looking nothing like the composed veteran Bollywood has watched for over six decades. Dressed in white, she was seen breaking down as she stepped out of her car, the grief visible

Veteran actor Sowcar Janaki, one of the most enduring names in South Indian cinema, passed away in Chennai on Friday, August 21, 2026, at the age of 94. Her death came after she was hospitalised in the city following ill health

India is home to an estimated 29 million people living with hepatitis B and another 5.5 million with hepatitis C, according to the World Health Organization's Global Hepatitis Report 2024, a burden second only to one other country in the world.

In August 2026, a Delhi High Court judge looked at a lawsuit filed on behalf of a 14-year-old girl and asked a question Indian law had never quite had to answer before: does a family's reputation pass down the generations, the

The sun had barely cleared the ramparts of Red Fort on Saturday morning when the colour caught everyone's eye first: not saffron, not white, not green, but a deep, dotted red. Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived to hoist the national flag

Hariyali Teej is a vibrant monsoon festival traditionally observed by women, particularly married women, who pray to Goddess Parvati for marital happiness, harmony and the well-being of their husbands. The festival also celebrates the divine union of Goddess Parvati and Lord

Independence Day is about celebrating the spirit of India, but it is also a chance to spend meaningful time with the people closest to you. For many families and groups of friends, a festive meal can turn the occasion into a

On Friday, the Supreme Court closed the book on one of India's messiest content controversies in years. Comedian Samay Raina and four others: Vipul Goyal, Balraj Paramjeet Singh Ghai, Sonali Thakkar and Nishant Jagdish Tanwar, walked away with their FIRs quashed.

At the exact hour Jawaharlal Nehru stood in Delhi speaking of a tryst with destiny, the man most associated with India's freedom was sitting on the floor of a derelict bungalow in Calcutta, spinning thread. No flag. No speech. No garland.

Following the recent observance of World Organ Donation Day 2026, the spotlight is on the life-saving potential of organ donation. But beyond the act of donation lies another important story - what happens to the lives of those who receive a

In today's hyperconnected world of constant distractions and fast-paced work environments, many professionals feel a persistent need to be available around the clock - whether that means working late into the night, checking emails mid-dinner with family, or replying to messages

Hariyali Teej 2026 will be celebrated on Saturday, August 15, marking one of the most vibrant festivals of the Sawan season. Dedicated to the divine union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, the festival is celebrated with traditional rituals, fasting, festive

In 1992, a young industrialist named Naveen Jindal hoisted the Indian tricolour at his factory in Raigarh, Chhattisgarh. Officials objected almost immediately. Under the Flag Code of India as it stood then, an ordinary citizen simply wasn't allowed to fly the

Every August, the same argument resurfaces on social media, in classrooms, and around dinner tables: is it the 79th Independence Day this year, or the 80th? In 2026, the confusion is sharper than usual because the two numbers, 79 and 80,

Childhood obesity is one of the fastest-growing health concerns worldwide, yet misinformation still shapes how many parents understand and respond to it. From assuming that excess weight is simply aby fat to believing that obesity is only about food and willpower,

For years, travel has been synonymous with bringing home handcrafted souvenirs, local textiles, jewellery, or photographs that preserve memories of a destination. Today, however, the most meaningful keepsake is often something that cannot be packed into a suitcase. Travellers are returning

Every year, Shravan brings out the same rituals across Indian homes - fasting on Mondays, a trip to the nearest Shiva temple, a lota of water poured over the Shivling. But astrologer Geetu Parmar believes this year carries something extra for

A few weeks ago, Anupama Parameswaran posted a series of emotional notes on Instagram that left fans guessing. There was no name, no context, no explanation. Just a woman clearly working through something heavy. This week, the actor filled

For many Indians, rice has become a fear food, particularly among individuals who wish to lose weight and prevent diabetes. People generally believe that staying away from rice completely would help keep diabetes at bay. However, according to doctors and dieticians,

Amitabh Bachchan settled back into the hot seat on 10 August, opening the season with the line Sochna Padega - you'll have to think. It set the tone for a week in which none of the five platforms is playing it

On the night of August 12, 2026, the Moon will slide directly in front of the Sun and switch off daylight over a narrow stretch of the Arctic, Greenland, Iceland and Spain. For up to two minutes and eighteen seconds, it

In the mountains, an emergency can unfold in minutes. An avalanche can bury a person under several feet of snow, a sudden flash flood can cut off an entire region, and extreme weather can turn even a rescue mission into a

The skies will witness a rare celestial spectacle on August 12, 2026, when a Total Solar Eclipse will take place. The eclipse will be visible in totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland, northern Russia, Spain and a small part of Portugal,

As India prepares to celebrate its 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026, the Tricolour will be proudly displayed across homes, schools, offices and public spaces. But while hoisting the National Flag is a cherished part of the celebrations, there are

World Biofuel Day 2026 will be observed on August 10, highlighting the growing importance of biofuels as alternatives to conventional fossil fuels. In India, the occasion also draws attention to the country's efforts to expand ethanol blending, promote compressed biogas (CBG),