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Feeling feverish with cough, body ache and fatigue? You may be asking yourself: Is it flu, COVID-19 or just another viral infection? The thing is, these illnesses can look a lot alike early on. In Bengaluru, where respiratory infections

Rajkummar Rao is celebrating his 42nd birthday today, August 31, 2026, and the actor has plenty to look forward to beyond his milestone year. From his early breakthrough in

For months, he stood a step behind President Droupadi Murmu; holding an umbrella over her in the rain, offering a handkerchief during an emotional moment, never once breaking bearing. That quiet presence made Major Rishabh Singh Sambyal, the President's Aide-de-Camp, one

Heramba Sankashti Chaturthi is a monthly Hindu observance dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Devotees observe a vrat on Sankashti Chaturthi with the belief that worshipping Ganesha can help overcome obstacles and bring peace and prosperity. In 2026, Heramba Sankashti Chaturthi 2026 will

Kajari Teej is one of the traditional Teej festivals celebrated during the monsoon season, particularly across parts of North and Central India. Observed with prayers, fasting, folk songs and festive rituals, the festival is closely associated with Lord Shiva and Goddess

Food does more than fill you up between meetings, errands and everything else on your schedule. What you eat can provide the nutrients your brain needs to make and regulate neurotransmitters linked to mood, motivation, sleep and social connection. But the

The way a home feels can often be influenced by how its spaces are arranged, organised and maintained. In Vastu Shastra, different directions are traditionally associated with specific energies, and the placement of certain objects is believed to influence the overall

IAS officer Divya Mittal has announced her resignation from the Indian Administrative Service after 13 years, bringing an end to a career that took her from IIT Delhi and IIM Bangalore to London's financial sector and eventually to some of Uttar

Raksha Bandhan 2026 brought Bollywood families together for a day of rakhis, celebrations and plenty of festive dressing. From Ananya Panday to Soha Ali Khan, each actress brought their own festive style to the celebrations. Their choices ranged from breezy and

Somewhere in the world today, a family is still waiting by the door. Not for a phone call. For an answer. Enforced disappearance does that; it doesn't end a life on record, it simply erases the certainty of one, leaving relatives

National Sports Day 2026 will be observed on August 29, marking the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. While the day pays tribute to one of India's greatest sporting icons, its significance today extends to encouraging fitness, sporting participation

Gayatri Jayanti is a spiritually significant Hindu observance dedicated to Goddess Gayatri, revered as Ved Mata, or the Mother of the Vedas. The day is closely associated with the sacred Gayatri Mantra, which is traditionally recited as a prayer for wisdom,

As August 2026 comes to an end, Shravana Purnima marks one of the most spiritually significant full moon days in the Hindu calendar. Falling on Friday, August 28, 2026, the sacred Purnima concludes the month of Shravana and is traditionally associated

Long before everyday life became the subject of countless stories, Hrishikesh Mukherjee was finding cinema in the most familiar places - homes, offices, friendships, marriages and families. His films made audiences laugh at situations they recognised, care about characters who felt

Hayagriva Jayanti 2026 will be observed on Thursday, August 27, marking an important occasion dedicated to Lord Hayagriva, the horse-headed form of Lord Vishnu. Revered in Vaishnava traditions as a deity associated with knowledge, wisdom and learning, Lord Hayagriva is particularly

At ISKCON temples in Vrindavan and Bengaluru this year, priests are already mapping out a midnight abhishek for Bal Gopal, the infant form of Lord Krishna, timed to the exact minute he is believed to have been born. That minute matters

Thiruvonam 2026 falls on August 26, bringing with it one of the most anticipated parts of Onam celebrations - the grand Onam Sadhya. For many, Onam is incomplete without sitting down with family and friends for a traditional feast, whether it

Mohsin Khan has taken a major step in his personal life. The 'Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai' star is engaged to his longtime partner Tamanna, making their relationship public with a series of pictures from their intimate celebration. Mohsin also shared

Wearing a hearing aid for the first time can feel unfamiliar, even when you are excited about hearing. Everyday sounds may seem sharper, your voice may sound different, and the device may take time to feel comfortable. Knowing what to expect

Bhaum Pradosh Vrat 2026 will be observed on Tuesday, August 25, during Shravana Shukla Trayodashi. Since the Pradosh falls on Tuesday, it is known as Bhaum Pradosh or Bhauma Pradosh. The observance is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is centred on

Aanchal's brother lives four hours away by train. Most years, she takes the morning journey to see him. This year, with work deadlines stacking up on both ends, that trip isn't happening. So on 28 August, she'll be tying his rakhi

Sixty, today, can look like a full calendar: a demanding career, travel plans, a gym membership, a life still very much in motion. India's own numbers back this up: the country's population aged 60 and above is projected to touch roughly

Aasha Singh Jaiswal spent decades doing something almost nobody else in her field was doing: throwing her voice into someone else's, and making audiences believe it. She died in Mumbai on 22 August, at around 7:30 pm, at the age of

A founder finalises a commercial property, signs the lease, briefs the interior designer, and only then, weeks or months in, thinks to call a Vastu consultant. By then, the entrance has already been decided. The shape of the plot cannot be

On Sunday evening in Jaipur, a 19-year-old law student from Mavelikkara, Kerala, walked onto a stage as one of 52 finalists and walked off it wearing the Miss Universe India crown. Kaziah Liz Mejo was crowned Miss Universe India 2026 at

Ravindra Jadeja handed over the India Test cap himself. Saransh Jain, 33, stood in the team huddle at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo on August 23, making his international debut nearly 12 years after he first secured a first-class contract

Shravan Somwar holds a special place in the Hindu calendar, with Mondays during the holy month of Shravan traditionally dedicated to Lord Shiva. In 2026, August 24 marks the fourth and final Shravan Somwar according to the North Indian/Purnimanta calendar, bringing

Onam dressing does not have to mean sticking to the same traditional Kasavu saree styling every year. For Onam 2026, the classic white-and-gold saree can be given a contemporary update through the blouse, accessories and even the way the saree is

Veteran Bengali filmmaker Raja Sen died on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at the age of 70, bringing an end to the career of one of Bengal's respected filmmakers who worked across feature films, television and documentaries. Sen breathed his last at

Rani Mukerji has added not one, but two remarkable honours to her illustrious career. The actor was recently conferred an Honorary Doctor of Letters (honoris causa) by La Trobe University in Australia, recognising her contribution to Indian cinema, humanitarian work and

Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff have come under the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration's scanner over their association with a Vimal Elaichi advertisement. In a notice issued on August 11, Maharashtra FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe asked the three

Saif Ali Khan turns 56 today, August 16, 2026. From making his Bollywood debut with Parampara in 1993 to winning audiences with films such as Dil Chahta Hai, Hum Tum and Omkara, and later making his mark on OTT with Sacred

August 16, 2026, marks the 8th death anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who passed away on August 16, 2018. Remembered as a statesman, parliamentarian, poet and powerful orator, Vajpayee left behind a legacy that extends far beyond his

A woman steps into her courtyard before sunrise, plucking a few blades of ordinary grass growing near the gate. Nothing bought, nothing expensive. She ties twenty-one blades into a small bunch and places it at Ganesha's feet. That is the entire

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

Hariyali Teej 2026 is just around the corner, as it falls on August 15 this week and the festive mood calls for one colour above all others - green. Celebrated during the monsoon season, the festival is associated with greenery, prosperity,

Almonds own breakfast. Cashews own celebrations. Pistachios own indulgence. Now, a new nut is quietly building its own identity on Indian plates - and the numbers suggest it is only getting started. Hazelnuts in India, long viewed as little

The Jharkhand student protest intensified on August 10, 2026, as thousands of job aspirants marched towards the state Assembly in Ranchi after multiple rounds of talks with the government failed to resolve their key demands. The agitation centres on alleged irregularities

By dawn on 10th August, temple queues from Haridwar to Varanasi will already be stretching around the block. Kanwariyas who have walked for days with pots of Gangajal balanced on their shoulders will finally pour them out - because the night

Soma Pradosh Vrat 2026 will be observed on Monday, August 10, during the holy month of Shravan. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Pradosh Vrat is observed on Trayodashi Tithi. When Pradosh falls on a Monday, it is known as Soma Pradosh. Devotees

Television actress Charlie Chauhan has entered a new chapter of her life as she tied the knot with cricketer Ramandeep Singh in an intimate Sikh wedding ceremony. The actress, best known for her roles in popular youth television shows like

The gym mirror rarely tells the whole story. Behind toned bodies and impressive lifts, a quieter problem is emerging - abnormal liver tests in young, seemingly healthy gym-goers chasing quick results. As shortcuts to a perfect physique become more common, so

Pradeep Rawat had already recovered from blood cancer once. A few months ago, it came back. The actor, best known for playing the menacing Ghajini Dharmatma opposite Aamir Khan, died on Tuesday evening at a hospital in Bhiwandi, Maharashtra. He was

Masik Kalashtami is one of the most important monthly observances dedicated to Lord Kala Bhairava, the fierce and protective manifestation of Lord Shiva. Observed every month on the Ashtami Tithi during Krishna Paksha (the waning phase of the Moon), the vrat

Noida, India - Most students who complete a journalism course in India read about television production in a classroom. Students at AAFT Noida do something different. They report live with MSTV and Radio Noida, produce real content, and work to real

Raipur, Chhattisgarh - Every year, students across India research their options for a BJMC course and come to the same realisation: the best journalism education is not found at the college that makes the biggest claims, but at the one that

The story of baby Theo has captured global attention after he became the first baby from the UK to undergo a pioneering surgery while still in his mother's womb. Diagnosed with a rare and life-threatening birth defect, Theo underwent a groundbreaking

Former West Bengal Governor, educationist, and philanthropist Dr. Dnyandeo Yashwantrao (D. Y.) Patil passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at the age of 91 after a prolonged illness. He breathed his last at his residence in Kasba Bawda, Kolhapur, Maharashtra,

The panic usually sets in a day before departure - not about packing, but about the feed. Will there be a private corner at the boarding gate? What happens if the baby cries through take-off? Every year, mothers cut short holidays,